July 14, 2020

Ivanka Trump backs Goya Foods on Twitter after liberals call for boycott

Ivanka Trump weighed in on the Goya Foods controversy Tuesday night, publicly backing the brand in a now-viral social media post after liberals called for a boycott of the canned bean...

Yankees have hope Aaron Judge will play Opening Day

Aaron Judge took batting practice and stood in right field, but wasn’t in either Yankees’ lineup for Tuesday night’s intrasquad game at Yankee Stadium. Judge hasn’t played in an intrasquad...

Nets will need this Caris LeVert and his newfound swagger

This isn’t the same Caris LeVert the Nets saw before the NBA break. No, this one is better. Far better. Yes, he’s gotten bigger and stronger, but the change isn’t...

Jack Nicklaus won't let coronavirus ruin his big moment at Memorial

DUBLIN, Ohio — When you’re 80, you’re allowed a senior moment or two. Jack Nicklaus had a doozy on Sunday. Nicklaus unwittingly delivered a deliciously awkward faux pas near the...

This is the Mets' worst nightmare

To think, when the day began with good Mets news at Citi Field, it felt natural. Like a marathoner knocking off a crisp, 12-mile run in preparation for the next...

Leonard Williams emerges a winner from Giants' tag fiasco

The Giants can’t be happy, but an elated Leonard Williams is the one with the unheard grievance. When the two sides called off negotiations on a long-term extension ahead of...

Rangers tasked with getting Kreider, others in playoff shape

Seasons have natural rhythms. Players report to training camp in September after a summer’s work. The athlete who is not in shape from Day 1 rarely catches up and is...

Jeff Sessions loses Alabama Senate primary to Tommy Tuberville

Jeff Sessions was handily defeated by former Auburn University football coach Tommy Tuberville in Tuesday night’s Alabama Senate primary. With nearly 70 percent of the results in, Tuberville led the...

Property magnate Harry Macklowe skips rent at Mort Zuckerman’s GM Building

New York property magnate Harry Macklowe has been skipping out on rent in the posh GM Building — a move that’s being seen as a slap in the face to...

Rabbi hurt in California synagogue shooting admits fraud

SAN DIEGO — The longtime leader of a Southern California synagogue who was wounded in a deadly attack at the house of worship he founded pleaded guilty Tuesday to participating...

Kansas Congressman Watkins charged with voter fraud

US Rep. Steve Watkins, of Kansas, was charged Tuesday night with illegal voting for allegedly listing a UPS store as his residence in advance of a local election, officials said....

California bars LAPD info in gang database amid alleged falsified records scandal

California's top law enforcement officer has pulled access to data entered by the Los Angeles Police Department into the state's gang database amid a criminal investigation into more than a...

Mets holding their breath as Jacob deGrom issue arises

With just over a week before the abbreviated season is set to begin, the Mets got worrisome news about their ace, when Jacob deGrom left Tuesday’s intrasquad game at Citi...

Bryson DeChambeau won't intimidate one American rival

DUBLIN, Ohio — Consider this a shot fired. Dustin Johnson on Tuesday made it clear he’s not intimidated by the new-found length off the tee Bryson DeChambeau has been flashing...

The Mets have their mojo back

It felt so very Metsian, if extremely insensitive to share the observation, that their spring training of great positivity — their showcase of promise and hope — ended suddenly and...

Sheldon Silver must appear in NYC courtroom for sentencing, judge rules

Crooked ex-pol Sheldon Silver failed Tuesday to convince a judge that the coronavirus pandemic makes it too dangerous for him to get re-sentenced in person for his $4 million bribery...

Philly fans will have to stay home this season

Both the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies won't be allowed to have fans at home games in 2020, a city official said Tuesday. "The Eagles are still going to be allowed...

Father of slain Brooklyn baby says son's killer should 'rot in hell' at vigil

The father of Davell Gardner, the 1-year-old boy fatally shot outside a Brooklyn park this week, said at a Tuesday night vigil that his son’s killer deserves “to rot in...

NBA players are already snitching on Disney bubble violators

The NBA’s “snitch hotline” is apparently blowing up. As part of a 113-page memo, the NBA set up an anonymous hotline for players to report peers they suspect are breaking...

Times Square vendor's heroic history gives NYC its heart

Duane Jackson's humble souvenir stand of 23 years and bomb-thwarting past went viral this week, thanks to a Twitter thread from his proud daughter Tiffany.

Cuomo fears summer parties will spur community spread of COVID-19

Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Suffolk County officials expressed alarm Tuesday that summer parties are contributing to the spread of the coronavirus. The governor and Suffolk officials said attendees of a...

COVID-19 vaccine trial produces antibodies in everyone tested, report says

An initial safety trial of a potential coronavirus vaccine produced antibodies to the deadly disease in everyone who was tested, according to a report Tuesday. The neutralizing antibodies produced by...

NYC woman files revenge porn suit against boyfriend's ex-roommate

A Manhattan woman says her boyfriend’s former roommate spread a naked photo of her as revenge in the fallout of an affair, a new lawsuit alleges. The 25-year-old plaintiff —...

As NYC shootings surge, de Blasio has only made it worse

What’s amazing about handguns — apart from the tragedy and devastation that 20 ounces can unleash — is their indestructibility. Like the Rolling Stones’ Keith Richards or Cher, they are...

Tax Day 2.0 marks the end of NY's economic expansion

New York’s slow reopening has begun just in time for a virtual April 15 — Tax Day 2.0, pushed back three months by the novel-coronavirus pandemic. In a way, it’s...

Teens are dressing up as mask-wearing grandmas to try to score alcohol

In a pandemic, no one knows how old you are.

Finally: Vandalism de Blasio actually cares about

That didn’t take long: Just four days after Mayor Bill de Blasio had a Black Lives Matter mural painted on the street in front of Trump Tower, someone defaced it...

A mysterious bidder may be trying to buy the Mets

The race to buy the Mets is down to three ... or four ... or maybe just one. The Post confirmed reports that at least three groups are moving on...

Cuomo's in no position to hit Trump on COVID-19

He’s got nerve: Gov. Andrew Cuomo launched a blistering attack on President Trump Monday yet had no real answer for his deadly nursing-home edict, which more and more experts are...

There is one player the Yankees can't replace: Sherman

Buck Showalter was a worrier by nature. And a really good manager because of it. When his team was winning big, Showalter would not revel. He would mentally imagine the...

Special-needs teen incarcerated for not doing her online schoolwork

A 15-year-old Michigan girl was sent to juvenile detention after a judge ruled that she violated probation when she failed to complete her online coursework, according to a new report....

Sorry, NY Times: Cops aren't mind readers

Police officers are often heroes, but The New York Times want them to be something else — superheroes. In an editorial Tuesday, the Times accused the NYPD of attacking “peaceful...

Bari Weiss exposes how The Times has gone astray: Goodwin

Back in 2012, a Goldman Sachs banker famously quit his job in a New York Times op-ed. On his last day at work, Greg Smith got on the biggest soap...

Airbnb appeal for 'contributions' to hosts with empty homes sparks outrage

Airbnb is encouraging users to make donations to its "hosts" who've been hit hard by the coronavirus crisis -- sparking outrage Tuesday over the "tone deaf" appeal. A Twitter user...

Ex-NYC subway boss Andy Byford doesn't want to be London's 'Tube Daddy'

New York's former "Train Daddy" Andy Byford has a new gig running London's transportation system -- but don't call him "Tube Daddy." Byford -- who oversaw the Big Apple's subways...

Covering up the camera could damage your laptop: Apple

Don't cover your camera, Apple has warned MacBook users — it could break your display.

How the Islanders' deal with highly touted goalie unfolded

Ilya Sorokin’s new deal with the Islanders relied on a little bit of faith. The prized goalie prospect signed a one-year, entry-level contract and a one-year contract extension for the...

Carole Baskin tricked into wishing high-profile pedophile a happy birthday

"Tiger King" star and animal activist Carole Baskin fell prey to a comedian's prank -- and ended up wishing a happy birthday to a high-profile Australian pedophile. The founder of...

Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer cites 'Molotov-tossing' attorneys in bail bid

Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer tried arguing in Manhattan court Tuesday that his client should be freed on bail — because the pair of city attorneys accused of tossing a Molotov cocktail...

NYC Sanitation Department serving airline food to quarantining residents

What could be more appetizing? Airplane food is being served by the city Sanitation Department as part of the Big Apple's emergency coronavirus food program, The Post has found. The...

National Nude Day celebrated with thirst traps, laughs, self-love

“Our bodies are a beautiful thing.”

'30 Rock’ reunion special won’t air on many NBC stations

What started as another dip in the TV nostalgia pool has ended up making waves for NBC as most of its independently owned affiliates are pledging not to air Thursday...

Why Daniel Bruhl was hypnotized for Season 2 of 'The Alienist'

"Being married to a real 'alienist' made my whole relationship even better."

'Great' interview threatens Knicks coaching favorite

Entering the process, the sense around the league was the 10 other Knicks coaching candidates would need knock it out of the park to unseat strong favorite Tom Thibodeau. While...

Ghislaine Maxwell's woe-is-me routine is just getting warmed up

Let’s savor, for a moment, what Ghislaine Maxwell’s defense might look like. Given today’s preview . . . let’s just say Casey Anthony had less of a shot, but at...

Woman shouts 'I still love sharks' after being attacked by one

She’s tough as jaws. A shark documentary filmmaker was bitten by one of the predators in Australia -- but professed to reporters, “I still love sharks,” as she was taken...

Hair to the Chief: Trump sporting more natural gray hairdo amid the pandemic

At a briefing in the Rose Garden on Tuesday, the president emerged from the Oval Office with his signature pompadour exhibiting a distinctly more silver-gray hue.

NYC restaurants struggle to keep up with ever-changing outdoor dining rules

The city's confusing attempts to regulate outdoor dining set-ups during the coronavirus has forced Big Apple restaurants into a costly game of musical chairs -- with owners saying they've had...

Florida reports record daily COVID-19 death tally

Florida health officials on Tuesday reported 132 more coronavirus deaths -- the highest daily fatality figure since the pandemic began. The state's Department of Health also confirmed another 9,194 COVID-19...

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg hospitalized with fever, chills

Ginsburg, 87, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2009, a decade after she had been surivived a battle with colon cancer.

Trump hammers Joe Biden after signing China sanctions

President Trump on Tuesday signed the Hong Kong Autonomy Act to slap sanctions on Chinese officials before launching into a near-hourlong attack on presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden. Trump said...

Here's what the coronavirus pandemic was like for a Wall St. billionaire

Poor little rich boy! A Wall Street billionaire whined about being forced to drive himself around and learn Zoom amid the pandemic that's cost a half a million people their...

Mary Trump's takedown of president proves she's the one who's crazy

Mary Trump has got the wrong man. Her glitzy, buzzy new book, released Tuesday amid a whirlwind of anger, pain and recrimination, is titled “Too Much and Never Enough: How...

Dad and teen stepson kill each other in Far Rockaway shooting: NYPD

A teenager and his stepfather shot each other to death in Queens on Tuesday afternoon, cops said. The 15-year-old boy and 34-year-old man were having a dispute when the bullets...

The revolution is waning and other commentary

From the right: The Revolution Is Waning “The Jacobin left is just now beginning to get edgy,” argues Victor Davis Hanson in National Review. Black Lives Matter’s “outright racists and...

Shaq helps save the day for stranded Florida driver

Addressing a routine traffic call, these Florida deputies were greeted by a surprise celebrity sighting. Shaquille O’Neal, who lives in the Orlando area, was traveling on route I-75 through Florida’s...

Nets' coronavirus issues reach new level of absurdity

New Nets forward Michael Beasley has tested positive for coronavirus and left the NBA restart in Orlando, Fla., The Post confirmed. It brings the number of Nets who’ve tested positive...

FDA adds 50 more toxic hand sanitizers to recall list

These hand sanitizers won't just remove bacteria from your hands — they could also poison you. The Food and Drug Administration has updated its growing list of hand sanitizers that...

New Jersey sexual assault suspect caught on video fleeing scene

Cameras caught a man fleeing after sexually assaulting a woman on a New Jersey street, police said. The shirtless suspect, wearing dark blue shorts and a face mask, allegedly approached...

Student bikes 2,175 miles from Scotland to Greece after flight canceled

Kleon Papadimitriou's 48-day, 2,175-mile journey began May 10 and took him through England, Holland, Germany, Austria and Italy before wrapping up at parents' house on June 29, CNN reported.

Duo accused of beating Connecticut hotel worker charged with hate crimes

A pair of suspects accused of beating a black Connecticut hotel worker in a racially motivated attack were busted in Brooklyn and charged with hate crimes this week, police said...

Las Vegas mom was driving 121 mph in crash that killed baby: cops

Lauren Prescia, 24, was going 121 mph when she hit another car making a right turn Sunday onto North Rampart boulevard, news station KVVU reported.

Trump says 'more white people' are killed by police than African Americans

WASHINGTON -- President Trump grew irritated in an interview Thursday when asked about the deaths of black Americans at the hands of police. "So are white people. So are white...

Yankees pitcher in danger of missing first start after scary injury

Masahiro Tanaka’s recovery from taking a 112-mph line drive off Giancarlo Stanton’s bat on the right side of his head on July 4 is going well, according to the veteran...

What the Colorado squirrel with bubonic plague means for US pet owners

Veterinarians are urging pet owners to be vigilant after a Colorado squirrel tested positive for the bubonic plague over the weekend. Bubonic plague -- which killed more than 50 million...

NFL star involved in infamous brawl getting $125 million

The Cleveland Browns and Pro Bowl defensive end Myles Garrett are reportedly on the verge of a huge extension. Garrett is expected to sign a five-year contract worth up to...

Decapitated, dismembered body of tech CEO found in NYC apartment, sources say

The body of a decapitated, dismembered tech CEO was found inside a Lower East Side apartment on Tuesday afternoon — sorted in plastic bags right next to a power saw,...

'Miracle' COVID-19 patient recovers despite grim diagnosis

Mario Castillo Tamayo somehow pulled through and left the hospital Thursday after nine weeks -- and has tested negative for COVID-19 several times.

Lawsuit accuses Google of tracking user activity in apps

Alphabet's Google records what people are doing on hundreds of thousands of mobile apps even when they follow the company’s recommended settings for stopping such monitoring, a lawsuit seeking class...

MMA fighter stabbed to death at own birthday party

Jahreau Shepherd's 30th birthday celebration turned tragic on Saturday when the British MMA fighter was killed in South London, The Sun reported. The welterweight fighter, known as "The Nightmare," was...

Georgia teen dies in 'bucket list' skydiving accident

Jeanna Renee Triplicata, 18, had vowed to go skydiving before the start of her freshman year at the University of North Georgia in August.

Surveillance shows gunmen open fire before killing Brooklyn 1-year-old

Newly released surveillance video shows the horrific moment two goons opened fire on a Brooklyn barbecue, striking and killing 1-year-old Davell Gardner. The 10-second clip, tweeted Tuesday by NYPD Chief...

Columnist Andrew Sullivan announces departure from New York magazine

Prominent conservative commentator Andrew Sullivan announced Tuesday that he will move on from New York magazine at week's end — on the heels of Bari Weiss' abrupt resignation from the...

Michelin starred chef goes viral after complaining about 'the worst kind of guest'

A reservation isn’t just a dinner date, it’s a commitment. A popular chef took to Instagram to complain about people making reservations at his restaurant and then not showing up....

With anti-Catholicism raging, Trump should honor a great American Catholic

Roman Catholic churches and monuments are under assault across the United States. In recent weeks, woke radicals and other anti-Catholic extremists have set fire to a statue of the Virgin...

GOP may move Florida convention outside as COVID-19 cases soar

Republicans plan to move their convention nominating President Trump for a second term from an indoor arena to an outdoor venue as Florida’s coronavirus cases spike, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing...

Trump administration drops plan to deport foreign students amid lawsuits

WASHINGTON -- The Trump administration has abandoned plans to deport international students amid the coronavirus pandemic after two of the nation's top universities sued immigration authorities. Harvard and the Massachusetts...

Chicago mayor deploys 'Census Cowboy' to boost participation: 'Time to giddy-up'

The city of Chicago has been under a shadow cast by the coronavirus pandemic and a surge in violence. But Mayor Lori Lightfoot is calling in a hero to tackle...

Joe Biden unveils his $2T AOC-fueled Green New Deal energy agenda

Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden unveiled a $2 trillion energy plan Tuesday with a heavy focus on the Green New Deal agenda being pushed by New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez...

Trump, Erdogan speak amid Hagia Sophia backlash

According to the White House, the men discussed "positive trade issues" and "underscored our belief in the need for a negotiated settlement of regional issues."

Front-line workers get the royal treatment they deserve: See their makeovers

Five essential workers — from a bus driver to a hospital employee — get well-deserved makeovers.

Dog owners: It's time to start preparing your pups for post-pandemic life

The "new normal" of the coronavirus has pooches becoming codependent.

This 76ers Ben Simmons experiment might just work

Life in the NBA bubble has forced players to grow accustomed to an environment many of them are not used to. For 76ers star Ben Simmons, that includes on the...

Gun sales spike amid coronavirus crisis, George Floyd protests

First there was toilet paper. Then there was hand sanitizer. Now there's a run on guns. US gun sales surged in recent months as Americans grappled with unprecedented coronavirus lockdowns...

Patrick Mahomes tweaks $500 million critics after Chiefs lock in defensive stud

Patrick Mahomes heard the critics who said his $503 million contract would limit the Chiefs' spending, and he reminded everyone about it on Tuesday after another big signing by the...

Maxwell made outlandish request on where to stay before trial

Jeffrey Epstein's alleged perverted cohort Ghislaine Maxwell asked to be allowed to stay in a luxury New York City hotel -- instead of federal lockup -- until her trial, it...

Robinson Cano reemerges at Mets camp after mysterious disappearance

Robinson Cano made his long-awaited return to the Mets on Tuesday after a mysterious absence. “Robinson Cano is here,’’ manager Luis Rojas said during a Zoom call when asked whether...

JetBlue will continue to block middle seats until at least September

JetBlue has announced it will be extending its middle seat ban through summer. The carrier revealed Monday it will continue to block off middle seats on its larger aircraft and...

Ghislaine Maxwell cries as she's held without bail on Epstein-related sex charges

Ghislaine Maxwell cried as she was ordered held without bail Tuesday -- with a Manhattan judge ruling the accused sex abuser "poses substantial actual risk of flight" after she purposely...

‘Dirty Dancing’ redux? Jennifer Grey to star in and produce new dance film

EXCLUSIVE: A new untitled dance movie is taking shape at Lionsgate, set in the 1990s and starring and executive produced by "Dirty Dancing" Golden Globe nominee Jennifer Grey. While details...

Wellspring CEO takes leave after explosive rape allegations against his son

A New York buyout baron has taken a leave of absence from his fund after an explosive lawsuit claimed last week that he threatened an ex-employee to keep quiet after...

Michigan business owner likens journalists to Hitler in ranting Facebook post

A Michigan business owner is backtracking after mistakenly posting a bizarre rant on his eatery's Facebook page -- instead of his personal page -- likening the press to Adolf Hitler,...

White House invites Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to work on police reform

Deputy Assistant to the President Ja'Ron Smith touted the Trump administration's work with other Democratic mayors while sending a public message to the Chicago mayor.

Mask dispute at store turns deadly after police confrontation

A Michigan man stabbed a shopper who confronted him about not wearing a mask at a convenience store Tuesday -- before being gunned down by law enforcement, authorities said.

Meet the mind-blowing bakers behind those viral cake videos

These bakers are giving Twitter just desserts.

Chubby cat looks like a miniature cow

This fat cat is living large. Keith, an overweight kitty in Bristol, England, has become an internet sensation thanks to his cow-like markings. According to owner Sara Matthews, 46, the...

MLB has umpire exodus over coronavirus worries

The coronavirus continues to take a toll on the start of the upcoming shortened MLB season. Eleven MLB umpires are opting out of the 2020 season, according to MLB Network’s Jon...

ESPN cancels its Kevin Durant experiment

Kevin Durant’s show has been cancelled by ESPN, The Post has learned. "The Boardroom," featuring Durant, Jay Williams and Durant’s agent Rich Kleiman, will not be renewed after being on...

Hawaii delays reopening tourism until September

Travelers must be patient before visiting paradise, as Hawaii has delayed reopening tourism for out-of-state visitors until Sept. 1, while coronavirus cases rise in both the mainland and the Aloha...

Bari Weiss' resignation sends shockwaves through Twitter

Voices on the platform swiftly weighed in on both sides of the issue — and the political aisle.

Country issues bubonic plague travel advisory – because 2020

The warning comes after a hospital in Bayannur, a city northwest of Beijing, notified local government officials earlier this month about a suspected case of bubonic plague.

Gigantic 'superflare' spotted on nearby star

Researchers at Kyoto University and the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan detected 12 stellar flares on AD Leonis, a red dwarf 16 light-years away. A light-year, which measures distance in...

Mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus detected in NYC

2020 just keeps outdoing itself.

Coronavirus cases reportedly surging at Tesla facility in California

More than 1,500 Tesla workers have been infected or come in contact with someone who was infected with the coronavirus in recent months, according to a new report. The majority...

Tokyo enlists nightclub workers for videos to help fight coronavirus

TOKYO - Alarmed by a spike in infections in Tokyo’s nightlife districts, the metropolitan government has released educational videos in the form of a Q&A between nightclub hosts, a hostess...

Saquon Barkley entering new stratosphere with bar-raising Nike line

Saquon Barkley wants everyone who wears his Nike sneakers to know what it is like to walk in his shoes. The preliminary concept of simulated concrete on the Giants star’s...

Study suggests the moon is a lot younger than we thought

A new study suggests that the moon is a lot younger than initially believed. Earth's natural satellite is 4.425 billion years old, some 85 million years younger than the 4.51...

Melania Trump tweets appeal for people to wear face masks

First lady Melania Trump reminded Americans on Tuesday to wear a mask or facial coverage to be safe and prevent the spread of the coronavirus. "Even in the summer months,...

Hard times: Pornhub looks to help small businesses with free ads

Pornhub says it wants to help ailing merchants expose themselves to a whole new audience. The giant smut site is giving away $300,000 worth of free advertising -- a move...

Patrick Mahomes lived with girlfriend's dad after rookie year

Before Patrick Mahomes agreed to a monstrous $503 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, the 24-year-old quarterback was living the life of an average millennial. Discussing his anything-but-ordinary career...

Why I left the New York Times

Saying that “Twitter has become its ultimate editor,” New York Times columnist and editor Bari Weiss resigned yesterday with a scathing letter to the paper. Weiss, one of the few...

Mitch McConnell open to a second round of stimulus checks, sources say

WASHINGTON -- A second round of stimulus checks will likely be included in the next coronavirus relief package, with the idea getting the green light from both Republicans and Senate...

Ghislaine Maxwell posed as journalist when buying New Hampshire mansion

Ghislaine Maxwell posed as a journalist named Janet Marshall to secretly purchase the sprawling New Hampshire hideaway where she was arrested, according to prosecutors. More details of Maxwell's alleged efforts...

G League standout sheds light on his mysterious Nets status

The Nets have been tighter-lipped than the CIA about Justin Anderson. But the young forward shed some light on his own status, saying he’s quarantining in Orlando with expectations of...

'Hellboy' swimmer roasted online over his horrific sunburn

"Is that Satan having a swim?"

Experts blast Cuomo's report on nursing-home deaths

Scientists and medical experts are blasting an internal New York state study that let Gov. Andrew Cuomo's administration off the hook for ordering nursing homes to admit coronavirus patients.

Rail construction accidentally digs up legendary skeleton

A skeleton believed to be a murder victim of the Iron Age was unearthed by archaeologists working on a high-speed railroad project in the United Kingdom.

Trump calls Jeff Sessions 'a disaster,' praises rival Tommy Tuberville

President Trump again trashed ally-turned-adversary Jeff Sessions on Tuesday as the former attorney general fights for his political life in a primary election that could lead to his return to...

SUV plows into outdoor seating at Queens restaurant, injuring five

The SUV struck a passing pedestrian and one diner sitting at the two tables and four chairs set-up right outside the restaurant's windows, according to the outlet.

Ivanka Trump, Tim Cook urge laid-off workers to 'find something new'

First daughter Ivanka Trump and Apple CEO Tim Cook on Tuesday urged workers who are unhappy with their jobs or unemployed due to the coronavirus pandemic to "find something new."...

Israel is encouraging everyone to hug a tree to overcome detachment

APOLLONIA NATIONAL PARK, Israel - Can’t embrace friends and family these days? Hug a tree instead. That is the message Israel’s Nature and Parks Authority is spreading on social media...

Packed outdoor bars blamed for NYC's coronavirus spike among young adults

"This isn’t directly related to any one event, but more a combination of increasing social mobility," Dr. Jay Varma, Mayor de Blasio's senior advisor for public health said.

Google lifts ad ban on anonymous blogging site ZeroHedge

ZeroHedge is back on Google’s ads platform after a several-week-long ban. The financial site, which is known for posting most of its articles under the pseudonym Tyler Durden, a fictional...

Traded top prospect continues to make this more painful for Mets

Proceed at your own risk, Mets fans. Jarred Kelenic, the one-time Mets prospect dealt away in the Robinson Cano/Edwin Diaz trade, may be in the big leagues faster than you...

NBCUniversal's Peacock streaming service faces crowded field

NBCUniversal's Peacock streaming service is set to launch Wednesday, and it's facing more than a few hurdles. The new video platform is banking on a cheap price that's supported by...

Alleged Epstein fixer Ghislaine Maxwell to stand trial

Ghislaine Maxwell pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges she helped traffic young women for Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse -- as her trial date was set for next year. Maxwell...

France says 'merci' to coronavirus heroes on Bastille Day

PARIS — Medics in white coats replaced uniformed soldiers as stars of France’s Bastille Day ceremonies Tuesday, as the usual grandiose military parade in Paris was recalibrated to honor medics...

Demand for robot cooks heats up as restaurants combat coronavirus

Robots that can cook — flipping burgers and baking bread — are in growing demand as virus-wary kitchens try to put some distance between workers and customers. Starting this fall,...

New EnChroma glasses reduce red-green colorblindness: study

Seeing the world through rose-colored glasses might not be so bad after all.

American Airlines reached out to Ted Cruz after he was spotted flying without mask

A Democratic operative photographed Republican Sen. Ted Cruz without a mask on a flight over the weekend — prompting American Airlines to review the matter after the image was posted...

Biden to push 'green' jobs to help economic recovery

Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden is increasing his public focus to the economy as concerns mount about jobs and economic recovery amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Threats flood NYPD lieutenant's department phone after BLM rally arrest

An NYPD lieutenant in Queens has been bombarded with more than 2,000 threatening calls and texts on his department-issued phone following a Black Lives Matter rally Sunday. The cop, whose...

Nearly half of Americans have to quarantine if they enter New York

Minnesota, New Mexico, Ohio and Wisconsin join a group of now 22 states experiencing spikes in COVID-19 on which Andrew Cuomo imposed a quarantine.

Lawyer calls first federal execution in 17 years 'beyond shameful'

The first federal execution in nearly two decades was carried out "in the middle of the night," as the condemned triple murderer was still battling in court to avoid his...

China to sanction Lockheed Martin over Taiwan arms sales

China will impose sanctions on US defense contractor Lockheed Martin over its involvement in arms sales to Taiwan, it announced Tuesday.

Brazilian cop stood on black woman's neck in horrifying incident caught on video

Two cops in Brazil have been suspended after a disturbing video showed one of them standing on a black woman's neck, according to reports. São Paulo Governor João Doria announced...

Government office in Russia now has female humanoid assisting public

MOSCOW - A human-like robot designed to look and act like a female clerk has started providing services to the public at a government office in Siberia. The humanoid, with...

Germany forbids Tesla's 'misleading' autonomous-driving claims

Germany has banned Tesla from repeating what a court says are misleading advertising statements relating to the capabilities of the firm’s driver assistance systems and to autonomous driving, a Munich...

Michael Che to star in HBO Max sketch comedy series from Lorne Michaels

“Please wear your masks so that we can go into production.”

Is Netflix introducing a 'shuffle' button for indecisive viewers?

Picking a program to watch can be exhausting after a long day.

Peacock: What to watch on NBC's new streaming service, how much it costs

The streaming service launches July 15.

Michigan house party linked to 43 new coronavirus cases

Health officials say 43 new cases of coronavirus have been traced to a single house party in Michigan, according to reports. The party, which took place from July 2 to...

De Blasio decries NYC violence, offers no concrete solutions

Mayor Bill de Blasio on Tuesday once again decried Gotham's gun violence epidemic without offering any concrete solutions -- while doubling down on the department's decision to disband its gun-hunting...

Stunning video shows protester severely injured by police projectile

A Portland protester was seriously wounded by projectiles fired at him during police clashes, according to reports.

Inside Tiger Woods' agonizing decision to stay away from PGA Tour

DUBLIN, Ohio — The sight of Tiger Woods on the golf course — in public, preparing to play in his first tournament in five months — was tantalizing Tuesday at...

Bari Weiss resigns from New York Times, slams Twitter as being their 'ultimate editor'

New York Times opinion writer Bari Weiss on Tuesday told the paper to take her job and shove it -- because Twitter had become the "ultimate editor" as vicious, progressive...

Cam Newton: I can do things for Patriots that Tom Brady couldn’t

Buckle up for the Cam Newton revenge tour. After spending almost all of last season sidelined due to injury, the 2015 NFL MVP is salivating at the chance to replace...

11 fans and AC units that will help you beat the summer heat

Summer is officially here — and the weather across the United States is confirming it. The 4th of July was a warm weekend for many and the heatwave is just...

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau apologizes for charity payments tied to his family

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau apologized for failing to remove himself from a decision to allow a charity with links to his family administer a multi-million-dollar student grant program. “I...

Virgin Atlantic snags private-only $1.5 billion rescue deal

Virgin Atlantic has agreed a rescue deal with shareholders and creditors worth 1.2 billion pounds ($1.5 billion) to secure its future beyond the coronavirus crisis, the British airline said on...

1 in 3 young adults 'vulnerable' to severe COVID-19 cases, especially smokers

One in three young adults is vulnerable to severe cases of coronavirus -- with smoking playing a big role, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of California,...

China buys more American corn to comply with US trade deal

China made its largest one-day purchase of US corn on record on Tuesday, its second massive purchase for the agricultural staple in less than a week as it tries to...

Amazon unveils high-tech shopping cart that eliminates need for cashiers

Amazon is ramping up its mission to make shopping faster with a new high-tech shopping cart that eliminates the need for long lines at the cash register — and the...

Score a great deal on premium tequila shipped to you for free

Right about now, you’re probably missing the ability to walk freely into your local bar, sit down amongst a crowd of people and quench your thirst with a frozen margarita...

Odell Beckham nearly retired after gruesome Giants injury

Odell Beckham Jr.’s broken ankle in 2017 had him so down, he nearly quit. The then-Giants receiver was so upset about the injury and what he was dealing with at...

Mysterious rock art discovered in megalithic tombs in Israel

Rock art, believed to be over 4,200 years old, has been discovered on megalithic burial sites in Israel. The art was found on dolmens, single-chamber burial structures built from huge...

Post Malone delivered on bizarre bet after Patrick Mahomes destroyed him in beer pong

A Chiefs Super Bowl victory left a mark on Kansas City -- and rapper Post Malone. After the team paraded the streets with the trophy on Feb. 5 to celebrate...

Cop saves choking baby girl with 'quick, calm' response

Sterling Heights Police Officer Cameron Maciejewski responded to the home last Thursday to find the distraught family holding the three-week-old baby, who was not breathing, police said.

Vampire-slaying kit with Bible, crucifix and gun goes to auction

This would make a very exciting episode of "Antiques Roadshow."

Wells Fargo reports big loss as coronavirus hits turnaround

The wheels are coming off The Stagecoach. Wells Fargo swung to a big loss in the second quarter, forcing it to set aside billions of dollars to cover possible loan...

Family blames man's coronavirus death on governor

"Mark, like so many others, should not have died from COVID-19," reads the obit for Mark “Black Jack’’ Urquiza, a Phoenix resident who died June 30 at age 65 from...

Gov. Cuomo selling bizarre coronavirus poster for $14.50 — plus shipping and handling

ALBANY -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo will be selling copies of his “New York Tough” coronavirus victory lap poster that he unveiled Monday. Cuomo advertised the sale in a tweet late...

Curious cat photobombs Parliament meeting

Cat's out of the bag — and into the shot. A member of the British Parliament went viral when his cat interrupted a virtual committee meeting discussing children's television. "Rocco,...

Paige VanZant returns to her 'happy place' with UFC future in limbo

Home is where Paige VanZant's heart is. On Monday, the 26-year-old fighter revealed she is back in Portland, two days after falling to Amanda Ribas in UFC 251 at Fight...

Ex-Mets reliever got a lot of death threats after trade to Phillies

It wasn't always sunny in Philadelphia for Turk Wendell. After the Mets traded Wendell to the Phillies during the 2001 MLB season, Wendell struggled mightily. He had a 7.47 ERA...

Coronavirus outbreak in Michigan linked to Fourth of July lake party

Michigan health officials have warned the public of possible coronavirus exposure after a Fourth of July party at a northwest sandbar resulted in several positive cases. The Health Department of...

China, Iran reportedly working on massive partnership

Beijing would provide massive investments into banking, telecommunication, ports, railways - a huge boost for the Islamic Republic's teetering economy - in exchange for Iran supplying oil to China over...

Amazon tells warehouse workers they can take extra time to wash hands

Amazon’s New York warehouse workers can take extra time to wash their hands during the coronavirus pandemic without being punished, the company said. Employees at the e-commerce juggernaut’s Staten Island...

New York lawmaker pressuring schools to remove 'race-based' team mascots

A state lawmaker has introduced a bill that would pressure New York schools to remove team names, mascots or logos deemed racially offensive -- such as those with Native American...

Smart bettors are taking the Under on Yankees' win total

Betting on season win totals has long been a favorite of both recreational bettors and wiseguys. However, their strategies couldn’t be more different. While public bettors are biased toward big-name...

NBA player roasted by mom after breaking bubble rules

Richaun Holmes has some explaining to do. After the Sacramento Kings big man revealed Monday he "accidentally" broke the NBA bubble rules to grab a food delivery, resulting in a...

What does the ‘Is It Cake?’ meme trend mean on Twitter and TikTok?

Over the weekend, an important, groundbreaking scientific discovery was made: Everything is made of cake. Social-media users came to this conclusion after several now-viral videos circulated showing hyper-realistic looking pastries...

NYPD chief bemoans anti-cop sentiment as shootings surge

"There is a feeling on the street that the police are handcuffed that they are not out there as aggressively as we were in the past," Monahan said.

Soros group pledges $220M to help 'dismantle systemic racism'

A philanthropic group founded by billionaire investor George Soros this week pledged $220 million to help "dismantle systemic racism" -- with over a third of the dough earmarked to groups...

One of the best-reviewed password managers yet is 50% off right now

One of the easiest ways hackers can get their hands on your personal information is by accessing the login credentials to your online banking accounts, email inboxes, or anywhere else...

US reached 10th billion-dollar weather disaster in 2020 by end of June

Halfway through 2020 and the billions of losses from weather disasters have added up for another year in a row. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said Wednesday that...

Two tales of finishing for Red Bulls and NYCFC in first games back

Soccer is truly a game of fortunes. Despite largely similar offensive performances, the Red Bulls and NYCFC will have come away from their first games back in much different spirits....

Bungle gym: Teen gets trapped in baby swing while making TikTok

She was between a "Tok" and a hard place.

Judge rules women can get abortion pill without doctor visits

SILVER SPRING, Md. — A federal judge agreed Monday to suspend a rule that requires women during the COVID-19 pandemic to visit a hospital, clinic or medical office to obtain...

AEW boss talk coronavirus concerns, ratings war, Mike Tyson hopes

All Elite Wrestling’s “Fight for the Fallen” show (AEW Dynamite, Wednesday, 8 p.m., TNT) is helping to raise money for Florida’s First Coast Relief Fund and Feeding Northeast Florida --...

Hillary issues warning about Trump if he loses election

Hillary Clinton warned that the US should be prepared for President Trump to blame a re-election loss in November on voter fraud and refuse to leave the White House.

Why 'Psych' star James Roday embraced his birth name, Rodriguez

James Rodriguez was a freshman at New York University when the then-aspiring actor first learned that his Mexican-American heritage was going to be a problem for Hollywood. He had just...

Researchers create heated air filter that 'instantly' kills coronavirus

Researchers at the University of Houston claimed to have designed a special air filter that can trap the novel coronavirus and blast it with heat to kill the disease on...

Apple asks retail employees to work remotely as pandemic rages on

Apple is asking its retail employees to help serve customers from home as the coronavirus pandemic continues to make a full reopening look unlikely anytime soon. In a video recorded...

WNBA star in shock as league denies coronavirus request

Washington Mystics star Elena Delle Donne is at odds with the WNBA's panel of physicians after her request to opt out of the 2020 season was denied. “The independent panel...

East Harlem teen among latest victims of NYC shooting surge

A 17-year-old boy was killed late Monday in East Harlem -- one of the 18 people shot across the Big Apple, as the violence showed no sign of stopping Tuesday.

Katy Perry headlining 3D 'Tomorrowland' music festival

The Tomorrowland Around The World has revealed that pop star and "American Idol" judge Katy Perry will headline the digital music festival which takes place July 25-26. The two-day fest...

US carries out first federal execution in nearly two decades

The US government on Tuesday morning carried out the first federal execution in nearly two decades -- despite objections from family members of the killer's victims.

Naya Rivera's heartbreaking duet with son shared by 'Glee' co-star Amber Riley

“My favorite duet partner. I love you. I miss you."

White House economic adviser says 4th round of stimulus relief coming

White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow said it's "increasingly clear" there will be a fourth stimulus package as the country attempts to recover after the financial devastation caused by the...

Cops arrest man for alleged wooden board attack on Post reporter

Daniel Mayo, 32, was hauled into custody Monday night, a day after he was caught on camera whacking the journalist, Kevin Sheehan.

Dems still eyeing Trump's tax returns

Douglas Letter, the top lawyer for the House of Representatives, urged the court in a filing Monday to immediately put its July 9 ruling into effect so lawmakers could bring...

UK orders removal of Chinese telecom giant Huawei from its 5G network

LONDON – Prime Minister Boris Johnson ordered that Huawei equipment be purged completely from Britain’s 5G network by 2027, risking the ire of China by signaling that the world’s biggest...

Washington name change is complicated by one frustrated trademark expert

A Virginia man who owns 44 trademarks relating to potential new names for the Washington Redskins is begging the franchise to take one of them off his hands. “@NFL @nflcommish...

Burger King launches Whopper made from cows on a green diet

Introducing the new and improved Whopper — now with fewer cow farts. Burger King is serving a version of its signature sandwich made from steers that spew less methane, a...

Here's what's at stake for Ghislaine Maxwell at court today

Ghislaine Maxwell is set to be arraigned Tuesday on charges she conspired with Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse girls more than two decades ago -- and will also learn whether...

Jets need this $6.5 million gamble to pay off

As the Jets get close to training camp, I am examining the roster and giving you my top 25 players. Each weekday, we will reveal another person on the list,...

JPMorgan Chase sets aside more than $10 billion to weather the pandemic

The markets might be weathering the storm, but JPMorgan Chase is building an ark. The megabank’s second-quarter profits plunged by more than half as it set aside a staggering $10.5...

Video shows man dump paint on Black Lives Matter mural at Trump Tower

Witness Oscar Vela tweeted video Monday that shows the man stroll up to the mural with a can of red paint and dump it over the letter “V” in the...

Bear breaks into home looking for pizza

Everybody wants pizza — even bears. A black bear entered a home in Oro-Medonte, Canada, and tore into an empty pizza box. The wild moment was captured by resident Sean...

Supreme Court clears way for execution of federal prisoner

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. — The Trump administration was moving ahead early Tuesday with the execution of the first federal prison inmate in 17 years after a divided Supreme Court reversed...

US Air Force F-16 crashes at New Mexico base, the fifth fighter jet since May

An F-16C Viper crashed during a landing Monday evening at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico and emergency crews are at the scene. The pilot of the fighter jet...

Former ‘Mythbusters’ host Grant Imahara dead at 49 from brain aneurysm

Grant Imahara, a former host of the Discovery Channel show “Mythbusters,” reportedly died on Monday of a brain aneurysm. He was 49 years old. "We are heartbroken to hear this...

Rookie is making a name for himself at Nets camp

Nets interim coach Jacque Vaughn praised Joe Harris’ professionalism and Garrett Temple’s leadership. But if there’s been a pleasant surprise so far during the restart, it might be unheralded rookie...

The incredible mystery surrounding a tennis legend

From THE DIVINE MISS MARBLE: A Life of Tennis, Fame and Mystery by Robert Weintraub, to be published July 14 by Dutton, an imprint of The Penguin Publishing Group, a...

Navajo Nation has a suggestion for the new name of Washington's football team

The Washington Redskins announced Monday that they will change their team name and logo after about 87 years of using it, in the wake of corporate and public pressure to...

As gun violence soars in NYC, cops call Monday's toll 'astronomical'

At least 17 people were shot in New York City on Monday — a tally that would be considered high for a weekend day, but is "astronomical" for early in...

Islanders duo back from injury look sharp as ever

Islanders coach Barry Trotz didn’t know what to expect from defenseman Adam Pelech’s first day skating with the team since suffering an Achilles injury more than six months ago. But...

Yankees luck out to avoid J.A. Happ money dilemma

J.A. Happ is one of several players who is not covered in the agreement that MLB and the players association finalized Monday on how to compute vesting options for the...

How Yankees are approaching Gerrit Cole's final Opening Day tuneup

Gerrit Cole will start Friday’s intrasquad games, the Yankees ace’s final outing before facing the Nationals on July 23 in Washington on Opening Day on five days’ rest. “He and...