August 25, 2020
Giants lauding veteran running back
Dion Lewis came to the Giants with a reputation as a valuable pass-catching threat out of the backfield, a running back who does his best work as a third-down safety-valve...
Top tennis star: US Open grounds like 'a ghost town'
The Western & Southern Open in Queens, an annual U.S. Open tune-up, was switched from suburban Cincinnati to Flushing Meadows this week to make for a tighter bubble. Like the...
Trump presides over surprise naturalization ceremony at RNC 2020
President Trump presided over a naturalization ceremony for five new Americans in a surprise pre-taped video aired Tuesday during the 2020 Republican National Convention. The president emphasized the achievements of...
Ex-Florida AG slams Joe and Hunter Biden as 'corrupt' during RNC speech
Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi tore into Hunter Biden during her speech Tuesday on the second night of the 2020 Republican National Convention. Bondi, a longtime ally of President...
Nets owners pledge $50 million to support social justice causes
Throughout the recent upswing of the social justice movement, many have offered the warning that actions speak louder than words. The Nets owners have pitched in to help with both,...
Giants rookie reunites with father in heartwarming story
If COVID-19 can be remembered one day for anything other than death and devastation and joblessness and heartbreak, maybe Niko Lalos can remember it as an unlikely bridge to reconciliation...
White Sox pitcher notches first no-hitter of 2020 season
CHICAGO — Lucas Giolito quietly walked to the mound for the ninth inning, piped-in fake crowd noise wafting through the park and cardboard cutouts dotting the stands. Moments later, in...
Melania Trump speaks on coronavirus, compassion in RNC speech
First lady Melania Trump on Tuesday urged voters to support her husband President Trump’s re-election and offered words of comfort for coronavirus pandemic victims during an address from the Rose...
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo endorses Trump on global stage at RNC 2020
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo endorsed President Trump as the candidate to maintain America's strength on the global stage in remarks aired Tuesday night at the 2020 Republican National Convention....
BLM protesters accost white diners for not raising fists
A group of young Black Lives Matters protesters harassed several white diners in Washington, DC, on Monday night for not raising their fists in solidarity. One of the dramatic scenes,...
Jets receivers put on show
First, Jamison Crowder slid to catch a low pass thrown behind him over the middle of the field. Then, he out-jumped his coverage for a touchdown. Both nice grabs, but...
Second person arrested in two days for bringing gun into Empire State Building
Another out-of-towner has been arrested for trying to enter the Empire State Building with a firearm — the second incident in two days. Gerald Warford, 22, of Louisiana, was busted...
Florida Lt. Gov. backs Trump, disavows socialism at 2020 RNC
Florida's Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez, once an open foe of President Trump, gave a full-throated endorsement for four more years Tuesday night at the 2020 Republican National Convention. "Since day...
Eric Trump calls Joe Biden 'giant relief' for terrorists, 'pushover' for China at RNC
President Trump’s son Eric Trump on Tuesday trashed Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden as a “total pushover” who would “be a giant relief” for terrorists. Eric Trump, speaking on the...
RNC 2020 speaker dropped after boosting anti-Semitic conspiracy
A speaker was dropped from the 2020 Republican National Convention lineup on Tuesday just hours ahead of her scheduled appearance -- after she boosted an anti-Semitic conspiracy theory on Twitter....
Neiman Marcus execs face slashed retirement as CEO rakes in bonuses
Hundreds of Neiman Marcus executives just learned they could lose a chunk of their retirement savings in the swanky retailer’s bankruptcy — and some are pointing a finger at their...
Islanders get another shot at playoff back-to-backs
The Islanders are ready to take another stab at back-to-back games Wednesday and Thursday after dropping the back end of their first set in the play-in series with the Panthers....
Giants star involved in heated practice scrum
Highlights from Tuesday's Giants practice. Drilled The defense dominated the two-minute drill. Daniel Jones completed only one pass and could not pick up a first down. There was a sack...
RNC 2020: White House economist warns of 'dark days' under Joe Biden
White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow on Tuesday said that the US would face "dark days" if Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden defeats President Trump "Our economic choice is very...
Tiffany Trump attacks tech and media giants, praises dad's economy in RNC speech
Tiffany Trump, the president's youngest daughter, made the case for her father Tuesday night at the 2020 Republican National Convention, boosting him as the man best equipped to get back...
Gregg Popovich to Nets unlikely but title-winning coach is in play
With the Nets’ 2019-20 season behind them, now they can officially start looking toward who will coach them in 2020-21 and beyond. With a Kevin Durant/Kyrie Irving–led team built to...
Pro-life activist delivers graphic anti-abortion speech at RNC 2020
“See, for me, abortion is real. I know what it sounds like; I know what abortion smells like. Did you know that abortion even had a smell?”
Covington teen rails against liberal media during RNC speech
Nicholas Sandmann, the Covington Catholic high school student who successfully sued CNN and the Washington Post for defamation, railed against liberal media in a speech at the 2020 Republican National...
Ex-Democratic mayor says mining town 'lost hope' until Trump
Bob Vlaisavljevich, the formerly Democratic mayor of a small Minnesota mining town, touted President Trump as a defender of his constituents and Americans like them in remarks Tuesday night at...
Trump urges Wisconsin governor to end riots 'FAST!'
President Trump on Tuesday called on Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers to quickly put an end to the violent riots that have rocked the city of Kenosha in the aftermath of...
RNC 2020: Wisconsin metal biz owner praises Trump for helping American workers
A Wisconsin business owner shared how President Trump's leadership leveled the playing field for manufacturers and put American workers first during a speech Tuesday at the 2020 Republican National Convention. John...
Phil Mickelson making it look easy on Champions Tour
RIDGEDALE, Mo. — The hole Phil Mickelson considered the most important in the second round of his PGA Tour Champions career was not any of the eight he birdied but...
Rand Paul says choose Trump, not Biden, 'if you hate war' in RNC 2020 speech
Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul on Tuesday said Joe Biden "consistently called for more war," and may do so again if he defeats President Trump. "If you hate war like I...
Maine lobsterman trawls support for Trump at RNC after EU tariffs lift
Maine lobsterman Jason Joyce didn't support then-candidate Donald Trump in 2016 — but he's supporting him now. The eighth-generation crustacean-catcher endorsed Trump during Tuesday's installment of the 2020 Republican National...
Mets' return from coronavirus break doesn't go well
After spending the weekend cooped up inside their homes following a player and coach testing positive for COVID-19 last Thursday, the Mets resumed their season Tuesday. They were quickly reminded...
Pardoned bank robber Jon Ponder lauds Trump for encouraging ex-cons at RNC
Bank robber Jon Ponder on Tuesday shared his unlikely road to redemption as a born-again prisoner rehabilitation advocate and praised President Trump for shaking the hands of 29 ex-prisoners. Ponder,...
Navajo leader praises Trump for helping Native American community at RNC 2020
The Navajo people were forgotten by Washington for years -- until President Trump came to town, Navajo Nation Vice President Myron Lizer said in a speech opening the second night...
Alaska's attorney general resigns over texts to younger state employee
Alaska's Attorney General Kevin Clarkson resigned Tuesday shortly after details emerged about text messages the married conservative sent to a younger female state employee. “Kevin Clarkson has admitted to conduct...
Stud pitching prospects nearing their Yankees fate
ATLANTA — Just in time, it sure sounds like both Deivi Garcia and Clarke Schmidt could make their major league debuts this weekend in the Subway Series at Yankee Stadium....
NFL player, police searching for missing dad
Bengals cornerback Mackensie Alexander left training camp as Florida officials search for his father, who has been missing since Monday. A search is underway in Okeechoee County, Fla. for 65-year-old...
Helicopter company in Kobe Bryant crash sues air traffic controllers
The company operating the helicopter that crashed and killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven others has sued two air traffic controllers over their deaths. Island Express Helicopters argues...
Ammon Bundy arrested at Idaho state capital after occupying press desk
Ammon Bundy, who led a 2016 armed occupation of an Oregon wildlife refuge, was arrested and rolled out of an auditorium in Idaho on Tuesday after refusing to leave the...
Jerry Falwell Jr. may cash in after pool boy sex scandal
Jerry Falwell Jr. could be awaiting about $10.5 million from Liberty University following his resignation from the conservative Christian school amid a steamy sex scandal, a report said. Falwell, 58,...
NYC banquet halls hosting large weddings despite COVID-19 ban
You may now infect the bride, the groom and all the guests!
Illinois mandates masks at bars and restaurants when interacting with staff
More coronavirus cases means more face masks. Illinois has expanded its mask mandates for bar and restaurant workers, requiring all patrons to wear a face covering while interacting with any...
Night two of RNC underway with first lady, Secretary of State on tap
Tuesday's second night of the 2020 Republican National Convention is underway, with the GOP looking to maintain the energy and momentum built in the opening installment. A host of guests...
Moderate Democrats mobilize against New York tax hikes
City and state officials seem bent on wrecking New York via lockdowns, soaring crime and tax hikes. Cheers to the new group coming to the rescue — by fighting new...
RIP, D.J. Jaffe
New York and the nation just lost one of their biggest advocates for the seriously mentally ill: DJ Jaffe. Jaffe, 65, died Sunday after a 15-year battle with leukemia. Yet...
Professor disciplined for calling coronavirus the 'Wuhan flu'
A Syracuse University professor was reportedly placed on administrative leave for referring to the novel coronavirus as the “Wuhan flu” on his course syllabus. The unidentified professor also called the...
Jumaane Williams doesn't need to worry about policing in his high-security gated community
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams has made a career of being Gotham’s fiercest opponent of the NYPD. He has campaigned against broken-windows policing, sponsored legislation to restrict how cops do their...
Jets safety up to challenge of filling Jamal Adams hole
Marcus Maye’s turn came just a few minutes after Budda Baker began celebrating. That scene was the second night of the 2017 draft, when the Cardinals selected Baker (No. 36)...
The signs are obvious: Bill de Blasio needs a vacation
We know the timing is awful, but it’s painfully clear that Mayor de Blasio needs to take a vacation, ASAP: He’s no use to anyone like this. Every day brings...
Democrats' 'postal' panic has zero basis in fact
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) recently warned that “dangerous new policies” made by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, who took the top job at the US Postal Service in June, will...
Joe Judge's top two lieutenants bring smart firepower to Giants
Jason Garrett was aware of Patrick Graham “from afar’’ but did not know him, despite their shared experience in the NFL for more than a decade. Joe Judge brought these...
Jacob deGrom likely loses chance at facing Yankees
The Mets are scheduled to play five games against the Yankees this weekend, but Jacob deGrom is unlikely to pitch in any of them. Coming back from the COVID-19-induced layoff,...
Notorious B.I.G.'s crown, Tupac Shakur's love letters headed to Sotheby's auction
The Sept. 15 auction is dedicated to hip-hop.
Eli Manning's New Jersey mansion up for sale
Former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning has tossed his Summit, NJ, mansion onto the market. After retiring from the NFL earlier this year, the two-time Super Bowl champion is...
American Media employees bracing for more job cuts after merger
Insiders are bracing for another round of cuts at the the tabloid empire formerly known as American Media, which that abruptly changed its name last Friday after bouncing its longtime...
Trump pardons reformed bank robber ahead of his RNC speech
President Trump on Tuesday pardoned bank robber Jon Ponder ahead of the reformed three-time felon's speech at the Republican National Convention. Ponder, now a born-again prisoner rehabilitation expert, appeared in...
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's son faces 10 years in prison over alleged stabbing
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's son faces nearly 10 years in prison after allegedly stabbing his neighbor during an argument back in June. Adam Abdul-Jabbar, 28, has been charged with three felony counts...
That's ruff! NYC dog run shut down after homeless people toss bottles into park
A swank apartment building in Downtown Brooklyn had to shut its dog run because homeless people put into the hotel next door by the city have been tossing bottles into...
Yankees' postponement sets up hectic schedule
The Yankees are having a hard time getting back on the field. After the Subway Series was wiped out when the Mets had a pair of COVID cases, the Yankees...
NYC stopped 3,000 motorists, issued 2 tickets at COVID-19 checkpoints
Sheriff's deputies have stopped more than 3,000 vehicles and issued two tickets for noncompliance to drivers at city checkpoints to enforce the state's two-week coronavirus quarantine rule. "If you come...
We could 'beat' COVID-19 before a vaccine is ready
Is a vaccine the only way to return to normal after COVID-19? New research into the virus suggests not — that the infection rate may drop to tiny levels before...
New York jobless rate sky-high amid lingering COVID-19 shutdowns
The lingering coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on New York's economy and workforce -- more than four months after the killer bug arrived here, sobering new data from the...
How 'Transplant' star Hamza Haq shaped Muslim refugee role
He had two Syrian language and dialect coaches to help him.
Philly station poses threat to WFAN-Craig Carton reunion
The potential comeback of Craig Carton to WFAN would rock the New York sports radio world, with Carton a worthy competitor to face-off with ESPN New York’s “The Michael Kay...
Speedo demon? Pool boy describes alleged sexcapades with Falwell Jr., his wife
Jerry Falwell Jr.’s wife seduced her pool-boy lover the first day they met — and her holy-roller hubby arrived in his Speedo to watch them romp, the other man claimed...
Jets should follow Islanders blueprint in setting the tone
The Jets should be big fans of the Islanders right now. Their Long Island hockey cousins are pulling off something the Jets will try when the regular season hits in...
Protesters burn down corrections building in aftermath of Jacob Blake shooting
Footage posted on Twitter Tuesday showed entire wings of the facility containing probation and parole offices reduced to rubble and cinders.
Oprah's magazine will likely cost twice as much in 2021
Fans of Oprah Winfrey’s O, the Oprah Magazine, will still be able to snag physical copies next year — at a cost. After announcing that the last monthly print edition...
Jacob Blake needs 'miracle' to walk again after shooting, lawyer says
Bullets fired by a white police officer in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on Sunday penetrated Blake's stomach and severed his spinal cord, the lawyers said.
Washing his undercarriage: Naked man gets hosed down at car wash
A man was caught getting hosed-down in the nude at a car wash in Australia. Security footage shows the naked man covering his crotch with one hand as he grabs...
NBA team considering playoff boycott over Jacob Blake shooting
The NBA season could be paused once more. Following the Sunday shooting of Jacob Blake by Wisconsin police, the Toronto Raptors held a team meeting to discuss the horrific incident...
Becki Falwell speaks out on pool boy sex scandal
Becki Falwell claimed Tuesday that she and the husband she cheated on, evangelical leader Jerry Falwell Jr., are "more in love than ever" -- and insists he never watched her...
One-time Yankees star gets another shot amid roster reshuffle
After getting seemingly nothing but bad injury news for much of this abbreviated season, the Yankees seemed to get a bit healthier Tuesday, when Aaron Judge was activated off the...
New coronavirus cases are declining in the US — here's why
The number of Americans newly diagnosed with the coronavirus is falling — a development experts say most likely reflects more mask-wearing but also insufficient testing — even as the disease...
City Council seeks to change chokehold law over NYPD concerns
The City Council is planning to amend a portion of the controversial new chokehold law in an attempt to assuage concerns by the NYPD that the ban makes it more...
Pitcher reemerges from COVID exile after angering teammates
Mike Clevinger is getting another chance. After getting banished to Cleveland's alternate site with fellow pitcher Zach Plesac for breaking COVID-19 protocol on a road trip — and then lying...
Shocking video shows unsolved NYC gun-point robbery
The NYPD released shocking new video Tuesday of an unsolved gunpoint robbery from three years ago that depicts a pair of goons rip the watch off a man's wrist as...
Viral photo shows Texas college holding class in parking lot
The dreary image, posted by Twitter user Cade T. on Monday, shows students at Texas State University in San Marcos sitting outside, spaced apart in chairs, surrounded by vehicles.
'Appalling': NYC transit leaders blast MTA's 'failed' COVID-19 response
An MTA transit worker who survived COVID-19 lashed into agency brass Tuesday over their response to the pandemic, which has killed 131 transit workers to date. "We was definitely not...
J.A. Happ sounds bitter as Yankees tension escalates
While the Yankees remain in a battle with the Rays for first place in the AL East, another issue continues to linger with one of their own players, as J.A....
Tua Tagovailoa making his run at Dolphins starting job
Tua Tagovailoa is used to waiting his turn. It took until the final half of his first season at Alabama to take the reins. But how long will the Dolphins...
Charity begs Americans to adopt dogs doomed for Far East meat market
It's in recognition of National Dog Day on Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Saks Fifth Avenue offers up to $250 off your order for latest sale
Saks Fifth Avenue is known for its trendy designer fashions. And now, you can shop and save up to $250 on women's contemporary styles. The limited-time event features standout items...
These NYC principals say outdoor classrooms are too dangerous amid gun violence, drug use
Nearly two dozen Bronx principals say they’d love to have outdoor classrooms — if only they didn’t have to worry about their students getting shot or picking up used drug...
Comet NEOWISE survived the sun intact, newly released image shows
A newly released image of the comet NEOWISE shows it survived its encounter with the sun intact. The image, taken by the Hubble Space Telescope on Aug. 8, shows the...
Maximo Alvarez’s American Dream and other commentary
RNC journal: Maximo Alvarez’s American Dream “A Cuban immigrant businessman whose family fled Fidel Castro’s regime has been widely praised for a speech in which he told the Republican Party...
NASA researcher took federal funds while hiding ties to China, DOJ claims
A NASA researcher was charged with taking federal grant money while hiding work with the Chinese Communist Party, the Justice Department said on Monday. Zhengdong Cheng, who is also a...
Airbnb offering free housing to California wildfire evacuees
As wildfires continue to spread across Northern California, wreaking havoc and homelessness across the state, home-rental companies are providing free housing to those in need. Airbnb, the San Francisco-based vacation...
These seniors celebrated end of lockdown with tattoos and piercings
Acting your age is so pre-pandemic. Seniors are emerging from the coronavirus lockdown with a newfound wild streak and are heading straight to tattoo and piercing parlors to celebrate their...
'I'm paying the price': Man who thought COVID-19 was hoax loses wife to it
The Jupiter couple ignored recommendations to wear masks when the virus spread through the US -- believing the pandemic had been “blown out of proportion.”
Historic graveyard containing more than 1,500 bodies discovered in Japan
Archaeologists in Japan have uncovered a historic graveyard that contains more than 1,500 bodies. The graveyard in the city of Osaka dates back to the Edo period, according to officials....
Jerry Falwell Jr. quotes Martin Luther King Jr. amid pool boy sex scandal
"It's a relief,'' Falwell told the News & Advance in Lynchburg, Va., -- where up till this week, the evangelical powerhouse headed Liberty University there.
US sanctions Chinese fentanyl 'kingpin' for mailing lethal drug
The Trump administration on Tuesday unveiled sanctions against an alleged Chinese fentanyl distributor deemed "one of the most significant drug traffickers in the world." Zhang Taotao is accused of shipping...
Lions cancel practice to protest Jacob Blake shooting
The Detroit Lions canceled practice on Tuesday to protest the police shooting of Jacob Blake, proclaiming, "We can't be silent." The NFL squad made the announcement outside the team's training...
Convention ratings plunge from 2016 spectaculars amid pandemic
Ratings for the first night of the 2020 Republican National Convention trailed the Democrats' opening festivities -- with far less people tuning into both virtual celebrations overall compared to the...
The RNC's aspirational message couldn't be more different from Dems' radicalism
The Republican National Convention is underway, and it offers a hopeful, pro-American agenda that stands in stark contrast to the radicalism that radiated out of the Democratic National Convention last...
Justin Townes Earle's likely cause of death revealed amid overdose rumors
There were no signs of foul play, the spokesman affirmed. An autopsy is pending.
Young people are the worst COVID-19 'superspreaders'
A telling new study comes as college kids increasingly get busted for partying.
Chicago nun runs marathon on treadmill, raises $108K for charity
Meet the nun on the run. Sister Stephanie Baliga of Chicago has raised over $108,000 for charity after running a marathon on a treadmill after the city’s annual 26.2-mile race...
What to expect from night two of the 2020 RNC
Republicans are gearing up for the second night of the 2020 GOP convention, with first lady Melania Trump and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo set to headline Tuesday's festivities. Tuesday...
TikTok video of murdered pair in suitcase taken down after family's pleas
A video of TikTokers discovering a murdered couple in luggage that washed ashore in Seattle has been taken down following pleas from the victims' relatives. Jessica Lewis, 35, and boyfriend...
Dispute over hair led to creep stabbing ex, knocking over infant, cops say
Cops collared Carlos Gonzalez, 25, at 8:46 a.m. in lower Manhattan and charged him with attempted murder.
Islanders' thriving third line sign of Barry Trotz's mastery
Injuries and series trends have prompted head coach Barry Trotz to switch around his lineup throughout this postseason, but the Islanders have maintained their chemistry no matter who is on...
Africa now free of wild poliovirus, but disease remains far from gone
JOHANNESBURG — Health authorities on Tuesday declared the African continent free of the wild poliovirus after decades of effort, though cases of vaccine-derived polio are still sparking outbreaks of the...
MLB first-half awards: The NL MVP race is wild
The National League MVP race is terrific. Oh yeah, the MVP race. Look, if MLB is going to have division champs and an actual champ in a shortened, bizarre season,...
New York Fashion Week to run in September with no spectators
New York Fashion Week will go on, but like many other live events like baseball and the US Open Tennis, it will be fan-less amidst coronavirus restrictions. Gov. Andrew Cuomo...
No pre-marital sex, no shorts: The strict honor code at Jerry Falwell Jr.'s Liberty University
Falwell, 58, allegedly landed on the wrong side of several of the conservative Christian school’s rules of conduct — including one involving its “Statement of Doctrine and Purpose.’’
Hillary Clinton has some advice for Joe Biden
The ex-Democratic Party nominee lamented her own loss to Trump in 2016 where she was heavily favored to win before he eked out wins in several swing states.
Virtual learning sites sprout up to help working parents
MISSION, Kan. — A dance studio in Florida. A martial arts center in Missouri. Libraries in San Francisco. These and other places are taking on a somewhat unlikely new role...
NYC martial arts teacher gets 7 years for raping 12-year-old student
A Queens martial arts teacher was sentenced Tuesday to seven years in prison for raping a 12-year-old student, officials announced. Hector Quinchi, 37, pleaded guilty in July to first-degree rape,...
Trump urges Oregon lawmakers to ask for help ending Portland protests
President Trump on Tuesday again urged Democratic lawmakers in Oregon to ask the federal government for help to put down the protests that have been raging for months in Portland....
China holds military exercises as US boosts relations with Taiwan
China conducted rare military drills in four regions, including the Yellow Sea and the South China Sea, as the US envoy to Taiwan attended a military memorial service with Taiwan's...
Liberty University board unanimously accepts Falwell's resignation
Liberty University's board of trustees unanimously voted Tuesday to accept the resignation of president Jerry Falwell Jr. -- amid salacious sex allegations involving him, his wife and a pool boy....
Lucky Charms is selling their Just Magical Marshmallows and leaving out the cereal
Lucky Charms has a magically delicious new offer.
Boris Johnson rips rumor he'll quit over COVID-19 complications
Boris Johnson trashed rumors Tuesday that he was considering stepping down as Britain's prime minister due to ongoing health problems as a result of his nearly fatal brush with COVID-19....
Jared Kushner will be on first Israel-UAE flight
White House adviser Jared Kushner will be aboard the first commercial flight next week between Israel and the United Arab Emirates. Kushner, who is married to first daughter Ivanka Trump,...
Judge strikes down order requiring Florida schools to reopen for in-person classes
The Monday ruling stems from two lawsuits, one from Orange County and another from the statewide teachers’ union.
Jets' run game shows flashes of big-play ability
Highlights from Tuesday's Jets practice: Good The offense held the advantage in 11-on-11 action, with the line dictating physicality enough to irritate defensive coordinator Gregg Williams. Le’Veon Bell, Frank Gore...
Spanish-language announcer sues NY Racing Association over alleged salary discrimination
They're supposed to facilitate races, not racism. The New York Racing Association paid a black Spanish-language horse-racing announcer less than half the salary of white broadcasters who were required to...
Two Mets out for 'undisclosed reasons' after coronavirus break
The Mets returned to Citi Field on Tuesday to play baseball again after a five-day COVID-19 scare, but did so with two players and two coaches missing. Catcher Tomas Nido,...
Strong pitching matchup makes Under the play in Twins vs. Indians
It has been Bieber fever in Cleveland this year and the league’s leader in strikeouts will take the bump on Tuesday against the Twins. The Indians have gone 6-0 in...
Stringer wants contract oversight after de Blasio's shady coronavirus deals
City Comptroller Scott Stringer wants to regain his oversight of city contracts -- a power that was suspended to fast-track the purchase of emergency coronavirus supplies -- after a major...
Lionel Messi wants to bolt Barcelona for Manchester City
Lionel Messi wants out of Barcelona. The Argentinian superstar, who has spent nearly two decades living and playing in Barcelona, informed the team he plans to exercise a clause in...
Judge says jail's 24/7 surveillance of Ghislaine Maxwell justified
The constant surveillance of Ghislaine Maxwell at a Brooklyn federal lockup is justified and not punitive, a judge ruled Tuesday — despite the alleged madam arguing she's under unfair and...
Trump nominates Chad Wolf to fill top role at Homeland Security
President Trump on Tuesday announced that he will nominate acting Homeland Security secretary Chad Wolf to fill the job permanently. "I am pleased to inform the American Public that Acting...
NBC News ripped for misidentifying Usain Bolt
NBC News is in the hot seat after it mistakenly posted a photo of stand-up comedian Kevin Hart on a story about Olympian Usain Bolt. The legendary sprinter made the...
Nick Cordero tribute concert to stream Labor Day weekend
Cordero died July 5 at the age of 41 following a long battle with the coronavirus.
Florida, man: Seinfeld's NYC defense lands him in hot water
"For the 9,000th time. Picking on Florida is punching down. It’s pantsing the kid at school whose only friend is an oddly smooth rock."
Suspect in jogger's death joined Facebook group aiding her search
The farmer accused of abducting and killing an Arkansas jogger joined a Facebook group dedicated to searching for the missing woman. Quake Lewellyn, 28, had been "familiar" with 25-year-old Sydney...
J.Crew plans to exit bankruptcy in early September
J.Crew Group said Tuesday it expects to emerge from Chapter 11 in early September, after a bankruptcy court accepted its restructuring plan. The plan, approved by a Virginia federal court,...
Subway window smashers strike again — hours after MTA offered $10K reward
New York's serial subway window smashers are apparently undeterred by MTA's $10,000 reward for information leading to their arrest. Transit workers reported another 39 broken windows in two separate incidents...
Rule, Britannia! BBC ditches singalong amid colonial rethink
LONDON — The BBC has ditched the lyrics of “Rule, Britannia!” for its traditional end-of-summer concert amid a debate over the song’s celebration of the British Empire at a time...
Evacuation orders start as Hurricane Laura bears down on Gulf
More than half a million people in Texas and Louisiana were ordered to evacuate Tuesday ahead of Hurricane Laura -- as the latest forecast predicted the storm will slam into...
Saoirse Ronan and Kate Winslet fall in love in ‘Ammonite’ trailer
Saoirse Ronan and Kate Winslet are searching for ancient fossils and budding romance in the trailer for the upcoming film “Ammonite.” Written and directed by Francis Lee, the film will...
Jerry Jones slams NFL reporter over Cowboys, Earl Thomas story
Never say never with Jerry Jones. The outspoken owner is pushing back against NFL Network's Ian Rapoport to refute a report that the Cowboys are "not expected" to make a...
Lonzo Ball linked to Instagram model Jasmine Rae
Lonzo Ball's NBA offseason appears to include a new lady.
Kate McKinnon's ‘Joe Exotic’ series to air on NBC, Peacock and USA Network
The show centers on McKinnon as big cat enthusiast Carole Baskin.
California man uses cans of Bud Light beer to fight wildfire
It's the fire hose of beers. A California man used cans of Bud Light to prevent his property from going up in flames amid a massive wildfire. Vacaville homeowner Chad...
Dementia kills double the number of Americans previously thought
We've been seriously underestimating the deadly impact of dementia.
Cuomo bucks CDC, won't scrap NY's quarantine rule
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has lifted its directive recommending travelers coming from states with a high rate of coronavirus cases self-quarantine for 14 days to stem the...
Rays' Tyler Glasnow will build on strong Yankees performance
69 days to go! With concerns about snail-mail voting, Russia cheating for Trump, China hacking for Biden and Trinidad and Tobago both pulling for Kanye, this year’s votes will be...
'Golden State Killer' lied in court about being 'feeble old' man, prosecutor claims
A California prosecutor ripped the "Golden State Killer" Joseph DeAngelo as the "definition of a sociopath" in releasing jailhouse videos that she says proves his "feeble old" man demeanor was...
NYC comedy club owner slams Seinfeld
He's not laughing. The co-owner of an Upper West Side comedy club that was dinged by Jerry Seinfeld after his colleague declared the Big Apple "dead forever" has come out swinging...
Adidas takes up to 30 percent off shoes and accessories for summer sale
Working out is essential to your fitness and health. And now you can do it in style with Adidas' latest sale. For a limited time, you can stock up on...
YouTuber Landon Clifford's wife posts emotional video after his death
"Missing him so much right now."
DOE ramping up ventilation checks ahead of NYC school reopening
Mayor Bill de Blasio unveiled an 11th-hour plan to inspect ventilation systems at city schools to guard against coronavirus exposure before the scheduled start of the new academic year.
Vandals who allegedly smeared lipstick on donkey after breaking into farm ID'd
Authorities have identified the New Jersey teens who broke into a local farm and posed for photos while riding and abusing the animals, a report said.
Dr. Fauci praises 'truly decent' and 'very smart' Mike Pence
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, views Vice President Mike Pence as "truly decent" and "very smart," he said in a recent interview. Speaking by email to...
Facebook stock climbs after it expands shopping on Instagram
Facebook stock climbed 2.5 percent Tuesday afternoon after the social network announced expanded shopping capabilities on its main app as well as on Instagram.
At least 11 wounded, one killed in latest round of NYC shootings
One man was killed and at least 11 others were wounded -- including three teens -- in shootings across Gotham on Monday and Tuesday, cops said.
Parachutist makes world's first jump from solar-powered plane
PAYERNE, Switzerland - A parachutist completed the world’s first jump from a solar-powered aircraft on Tuesday after the plane soared to a height of 1,520 meters (nearly 5,000 ft) over...
Star quarterback hated being NFL's coronavirus 'guinea pig'
Josh Allen wasn’t happy about being a “guinea pig” as one of 77 NFL people to receive false-positive COVID-19 results due to a contamination error over the weekend at a...
Nintendo reportedly planning upgraded Switch console for 2021
Nintendo plans to release an updated version of its uber popular Switch gaming console in 2021, after the important holiday shopping season.
GoFundMe page for Jacob Blake surpasses $1 million in one day
A GoFundMe page for Wisconsin police shooting victim Jacob Blake has raked more than $1 million in just one day. The fundraising page, posted on Monday morning -- one day...
Top QB prospect suddenly has one more chance to prove NFL Draft worth
After a brilliant season in the shadows at North Dakota State, Trey Lance will get another chance to prove he'll be an NFL franchise quarterback. Though the Bison announced it...
Most people say they would have the hots for someone who cares about the planet
One in five Americans has broken up with a partner because they weren’t “green” enough, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 Americans looked at the intersection of dating...
Scotland’s handling of coronavirus boosts support for independence
EDINBURGH, Scotland — There is wide agreement that Britain’s devastating coronavirus outbreak has been met by strong, effective political leadership. Just not from Prime Minister Boris Johnson. While Johnson has...
No fairy tale: A little girl drifted out to sea on a unicorn — and lived to tell about it
It was a rescue of mythic proportions in Greece. A young girl sitting on a giant inflatable unicorn was swept out to sea by strong currents off the town of...
Kristaps Porzingis injury puts it all on Luka Doncic again
Luka Doncic is going to have to carry the Mavericks again. His fellow Dallas star, Kristaps Porzingis, will miss his second straight game of the thrilling series against the Clippers,...
Positive drug tests in workplaces hit 16-year high in 2019
The share of American workers caught with marijuana and other drugs in their bodies reached a 16-year high last year before the coronavirus threatened to drive up drug use further,...
Best Buy warns of slowing sales after remote work boom
Consumer electronics retailer Best Buy warned of a slowdown in sales in the third quarter as it faces risks from the coronavirus pandemic including unemployment, lower government stimulus and potential...
Food for thought: De Blasio says NYC has no concrete plan to return indoor dining
Mayor Bill de Blasio suggested Tuesday he's reluctant to restart indoor dining because it's an activity for middle- and upper-income New Yorkers that clashes with his pledge to transform the...
The surprising spot Americans are using for some much needed 'me time'
Americans are turning to a surprising place to get a little alone time during the pandemic — their cars. A new study of 2,000 Americans who own or lease a...
Gasshole! Woman assaults father for farting too much
A Florida woman who fumed about her father’s farts has been arrested for allegedly battering him because of his relentless flatulence in their shared home, according to a report. Nicole...
American Airlines slashes jobs as COVID-19 cuts travel demand
American Airlines said Tuesday its workforce will shrink by 40,000, including 19,000 involuntary cuts, in October as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to weigh on air travel, unless the government extends...
Mystery submarine spotted in North Korea satellite images
A new mystery submarine has been spotted in satellite photographs taken of a North Korean shipyard amid recent reports that the Hermit Kingdom has been building a submersible that can...
Park ranger mauled by elephant tragically dies in girlfriend's arms
A popular South African safari guide died in his girlfriend's arms after being gored by a massive mother elephant near Kruger National Park. "We are all very traumatized," said Trevor...
RNC 2020 opening night ratings on C-SPAN blow away DNC viewership
Last week's 2020 Democratic National Convention tanked in the Nielsen ratings compared to the 2016 opening festivities where Hillary Clinton was crowned the nation's first female presidential nominee.
'Very aggressive': Yankees rivals plotting trade deadline splashes
The Yankees may not be the AL East favorite much longer. Sitting just half a game behind the Yankees for first place, the Rays are "being very aggressive in [trade]...
LeBron James speaks out on Jacob Blake shooting
Hoops star LeBron James said it is "f---ed up" that black Americans are living in fear of getting shot by cops who appear to be gunning for them. "Quite frankly,...
Phil Mickelson's senior tour debut was historic
Phil Mickelson might not yet think of himself as a senior in the golf world, but Lefty already is setting records in his PGA Tour Champions debut. Mickelson carded 11...
This is how Americans are literally flushing thousands of dollars down the toilet
The average American will flush about $11,198 down the toilet over the course of their lifetime – in the form of toilet paper, according to new research. That’s enough money...
FDA chief clarifies comments about coronavirus treatment amid criticism
The head of the US Food and Drug Administration has clarified his remarks about a new COVID-19 treatment -- and insisted politics had nothing to do with his agency's decision...
Man claiming to be Dem wants to become a Republican after watching RNC
A man who claimed to be a lifelong Democrat said he was switching political allegiances and joining the GOP after watching the Republican National Convention and the "heartfelt" way it...
Two lawsuits challenge Trump’s drilling plan in Alaska refuge
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Environmental groups wasted no time challenging the Trump administration’s attempt to allow oil and gas drilling in an Alaska refuge where polar bears and caribou roam. Two...
Save 45% on this accelerated cold brew maker that's perfect for summer days
If you have ever tried to pour traditional hot coffee over ice in hopes of recreating your favorite cold brew at home, then you already know that the end result...
Facebook blocks group critical of Thai monarchy amid government pressure
BANGKOK - Facebook blocked access within Thailand to a group with 1 million members that has criticized the country’s king, but said it was planning a legal challenge to the...
Become a data-driven project manager with this $50 online training
If you want to become a data-inclined project manager, then becoming certified is a great first step. Not only do certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Six Sigma...
Tesla is '3 to 4 years' away from major mileage increase, Elon Musk says
Elon Musk on Monday tweeted that Tesla will be building batteries that could deliver a major jump in mileage within "probably 3 to 4 years." "400 Wh/kg *with* high cycle...
Celtics vs. Raptors analysis: Boston on different level during NBA playoffs
The first two teams to advance in the NBA postseason will face one another in the East semifinals. Both the Raptors and Celtics eliminated their first-round opponents in four games,...
Tyronn Lue now the NBA coach everyone wants
The new process has Tyronn Lue emerging as a leading candidate to replace ousted coach Brett Brown with the Philadelphia 76ers. The Sixers and the former NBA championship-winning coach “have...
Hello, Jerry: De Blasio thanks Seinfeld for defending NYC
Mayor Bill de Blasio on Tuesday thanked Jerry Seinfeld for penning a passionate op-ed in defense of New York City in a response to, as the comedian put it, a...
Trump administration says proposed Alaskan gold mine can't be approved
The Trump administration has reversed course on a planned copper and gold mine in Alaska opposed by environmentalists and a number of Republicans, including Donald Trump Jr.
UN says global tourism lost $320 billion in 5 months from coronavirus
UNITED NATIONS — The tourism global industry has been devastated by the coronavirus pandemic, with $320 billion lost in exports in the first five months of the year and more...
WWE under fire after KKK image makes it onto broadcast
The WWE is facing backlash after a virtual fan displayed what appeared to be a Ku Klux Klan rally during a live match. The man in a KKK hood speaking...
'Dead' woman was about to be embalmed when found alive in funeral home
The woman who was believed to be dead -- but was actually alive -- at a Michigan funeral home was about to be embalmed when workers made the shocking discovery,...
Greta Thunberg back to school after gap year fighting for climate change action
STOCKHOLM - Climate activist Greta Thunberg is back in school after a gap year in which she emerged as the voice of young people trying to save the planet from...
Finger-lickin' gone: KFC nixes famous slogan over coronavirus fears
Finger lickin'? Gross! KFC has temporarily dropped its "finger lickin' good" slogan because it "doesn't feel quite right" during the coronavirus pandemic. The fried-chicken chain admitted its 64-year-old tagline doesn't...
Former RNC chair joins anti-Trump Lincoln Project
Former Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele has joined the Lincoln Project, a group of constitutional conservatives who oppose President Trump, the organization announced. Steele, who served as RNC chair...
Seal hitchhikes with this paddleboarding family
This seal turned a paddleboard into an Uber. Watch as the friendly mammal, known around town as Gavin, gets up close and personal with a sporty family in Littlehampton, UK....
'The West Wing' reunion starring original cast coming to HBO Max
President Bartlet will soon return to the small screen.
Long Island puppy thief now on a 'most wanted' list
Who's a good boy? Not him. Long Island authorities on Tuesday said the crook who allegedly used a phony ID to steal two pricey purebred pups from a pet store...
Missouri gun bill to allow giving firearms to kids without parent permission advances
A bill to reverse a Missouri state law that prohibits people from giving children firearms without their parents' permission advanced Monday. Gov. Mike Parsons sought to increase the penalty for...
Soccer star's wedding took twist after wife's YouTube rant against coach
Manchester City star Oleksandr Zinchenko has ran from his wife’s comments after she slammed coach Pep Guardiola for the English squad's early Champions League exit. Journalist Vlada Sedan ripped into...
New 'extreme' dating site only matches users with 20-year age gap
It's from the same guy who created the Dinky Ones app for guys with small you know whats.
'Car wash' excuse part of bizarre Ravens breakup for star safety
The details of Earl Thomas’ departure from Baltimore include a little detailing. The seven-time Pro Bowl safety had his contract terminated Sunday for what Ravens coach John Harbaugh termed “personal...
Certain personality traits linked to those who dismiss coronavirus safety guidelines, study reveals
A new study from Brazil found that people with antisocial traits are less likely to follow coronavirus containment measures. Traits like callousness, deceitfulness, hostility and risk-taking typically present themselves in...
Unhappy birthday: Usain Bolt gets bad coronavirus news days after party
It turns out Usain Bolt didn’t manage to outrun the coronavirus. The Olympic gold medalist sprinter -- who announced Monday on Instagram that he was quarantining until he got his...
Natalia Dyer: My young 'Stranger Things' co-stars are 'over-sexualized'
Admittedly over-protective, she wants fans to "leave them alone."
Happy birthday to the hottest Bond of them all: Sean Connery turns 90
Connery helped redefine movie stardom as the impossibly suave super-spy with a taste for martinis that were shaken, not stirred.
Locked and loaded: Civilians defend gas station from arsonists amid Jacob Blake unrest
A small militia of heavily armed civilians protected a gas station from being torched in Kenosha, Wisconsin following the police shooting of Jacob Blake -- imploring rioters not to "f--k...
Trump praises CNN for covering most of 2020 RNC
President Trump on Tuesday praised CNN for its coverage of the Republican National Convention, saying it was "good for the country." "Very appreciative that @CNN covered the vast majority of...
Jacob Blake's fiancée details horror of watching him get shot in front of their kids
Jacob Blake’s fiancée decried the 29-year-old black man’s shooting at the hands of a white Wisconsin cop, saying he was shot in front of the couple’s three screaming children "for...
The heated phone call behind gambler's $3.8 million Mike Trout card sale
A record sale wasn’t enough for "Vegas” Dave Oancea. The outlandish betting guru sold Mike Trout's one-of-a-kind 2009 Bowman superfractor rookie card for a record-shattering $3.93 million at an auction...
The mystery of a radio signal that beams to Earth from space every 157 days
A mysterious radio signal beamed to Earth from a distant galaxy has been detected again by astronomers. The so-called Fast Radio Burst repeats every 157 days with the power of...
Laura upgraded to hurricane as it takes aim at Texas, Louisiana
Tropical Storm Laura was upgraded to a hurricane Tuesday morning, as the storm swirled closer to the Gulf Coast, packing maximum sustained winds of 75 mph. Laura was traveling west-northwest...
Wife tortures Islanders broadcaster as he misses playoff game
No one had more fun watching the New York Islanders shut out the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday night than Brendan Burke's wife Mary. Taking to Twitter, Mary filmed the Islanders...
Betting NFL futures harder than ever with no preseason
LAS VEGAS — In the near future, football betting fever will spread through sportsbooks on Sundays. The atmosphere will be electric, and life will feel more normal again. Well, aside...
Jon Voight accused of smacking 'Ray Donovan' star's face on set
Frank Whaley tweeted a photo of the alleged incident.
Joe Biden, Kamala Harris to be regularly tested for coronavirus
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden and running mate Kamala Harris will be regularly tested for coronavirus, the campaign said. The news comes one day after Kate Bedingfield, Biden's deputy campaign...
GOP lawmakers rip Nancy Pelosi for 'enemies of the state' diss
Republican Reps. Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise on Tuesday ripped into House Speaker Nancy Pelosi for calling President Trump and GOP lawmakers "enemies of the state" over claims they are...
Jacob Blake receives heartbreaking diagnosis after he's shot in the back by cop
Jacob Blake, the 29-year-old black Wisconsin man shot in the back by a white cop, is paralyzed from the waist down – and doctors don’t know if his injury is...
Star of YouTube's 'Cam & Fam' dead at 19
He was the father of Collette Briar Clifford, 2, and Delilah Rose Clifford, born in May.
Riot declared in Portland as mob tries to torch police building
Violent Portland protests were once again declared a riot Monday night as Black Lives Matter militants tried to torch a police union building while chanting "burn it down."
Fauci floats major risk of rushing COVID-19 vaccine
Dr. Anthony Fauci warned against fast-tracking a coronavirus vaccine through an emergency use authorization before it is proven safe in large trials.
Kremlin denies need to probe politician's poisoning
The Kremlin announced Tuesday that there is no immediate need to investigate the circumstances surrounding opposition politician Alexei Navalny’s illness.
National Guard called out as protesters wreck largely black neighborhood
The National Guard was called in to quell fiery riots in Kenosha, Wisconsin -- as protesters defied a curfew to loot and destroy a mostly black business area they are...
Judge protects Epic Games' Unreal Engine in legal battle with Apple
Epic Games won a partial victory in its legal battle with Apple when a federal judge barred the Silicon Valley titan from kneecapping the "Fortnite" maker's trademark development tool. US...
Oxford coronavirus vaccine could go to regulators this year
Clinical trials for the Oxford coronavirus vaccine may provide enough safety and efficacy data for it to be given to regulators this year -- but a scientist leading the trials...
US, China announce commitment to phase one trade deal despite rising tensions
The US and China voiced their commitment late Monday to carrying out their phase one trade deal, as tensions between the two global superpowers continue to escalate. The update came...
Jacob Blake seen struggling with cops just before he was shot in the back
New footage from a different angle has emerged of the moments before Jacob Blake, a black 29-year-old, was shot multiple times in the back by a white Wisconsin cop as...
Ex-model claims Epstein used her pal to get dirt on Prince Andrew
A former model who now runs a Los Angeles modeling agency claims her friend had sex with Prince Andrew on the orders of Jeffrey Epstein, who said, “It’s nice to...
Buck Showalter effectively replacing ex-Yankees manager at MLB Network
MLB Network is adding Buck Showalter as an analyst, The Post has learned. Showalter, 64, will begin Tuesday on the 2 p.m. edition of “MLB Tonight.” In essence, Showalter is...
Falwell Jr. quits as prez of Liberty University amid pool-boy sex scandal
Jerry Falwell Jr. officially resigned as president of Liberty University late Monday over the alleged sex scandal involving him, his wife and a pool boy. Officials at the ultra-conservative Virginia...
Connecticut school district to begin year online amid 'serious' COVID-19 outbreak
Public schools in Danbury, Connecticut will begin the year with remote learning amid a recent spike in coronavirus cases in the city, the superintendent announced Monday. Superintendent Sal Pascarella informed...
Le'Veon Bell has 'no bar' warning for Sam Darnold
Le’Veon Bell had just finished a two-minute answer to reporters praising quarterback Sam Darnold. The Jets running back then got a gleam in his eye and said Darnold and the...
Wisconsin city sees second night of unrest after police shooting
Protesters for the second consecutive night wreaked havoc in Kenosha, Wisconsin -- setting fires to buildings and facing off with authorities over the police shooting of Jacob Blake. In defiance...
Islanders' hot goalie may be asked to sit one out
Semyon Varlamov hadn’t registered a playoff shutout since 2009, but now he’s recorded two in the span of four days. With 29 saves in a 4-0 rout of the Flyers...
Mets will be 'creative' with rotation during daunting stretch
The Mets’ battered rotation received a break with five straight days off — four of which were unscheduled. With the team set to resume play Tuesday with a doubleheader against...
GOP makes compelling pitch to black voters during first night of RNC 2020: Goodwin
Black power has arrived. For the first time in modern memory, both of America’s major political parties are making an all-out push for the votes of African Americans. Good for...
These gritty Islanders are relentless
Maybe it’s simply the opponent. I don’t know. But what I do know is that when Ross Johnston plays against the Rangers, which is when I see him most, the...
Car crashes into outdoor dining area in Manhattan
A car crashed into an outdoor dining setup on the Upper East Side Monday night, leaving one person hospitalized, authorities said. The destruction outside Delizia 92 -- an Italian restaurant...
Gerrit Cole set for first start since expressing Yankees displeasure
If Gerrit Cole can repeat his last outing on Tuesday night against the Braves in Atlanta, Aaron Boone wouldn’t likely have a problem if his ace also voices displeasure about...