September 10, 2020
Here's how many people have been forced to flee Oregon wildfires
More than 500,000 people in Oregon have been forced to flee raging wildfires on the West Coast -- over 10 percent of the state's population. The Oregon Office of Emergency...
Chiefs whip Texans to begin Super Bowl defense in style
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Just about the only thing that looked familiar about the NFL's long-awaited return Thursday night was the sight of Patrick Mahomes effortlessly leading the Kansas City...
Mets podcast: Michael Conforto saves playoff hopes, extend him
In some ways, Michael Conforto saved the Mets season on Wednesday night with the catch of the year. The Mets go into their weekend series against the Blue Jays at...
Clint Frazier turning his Yankees weakness into a strength
Clint Frazier continues to execute above-average defensive plays in the outfield, ones he likely would not have made with regularity in past seasons with the Yankees. With injuries to teammates...
Lakers are in driver's seat now
ORLANDDO, Fla. — Anthony Davis was the biggest player on the floor, and the Houston Rockets had no answers. Davis had 29 points and 12 rebounds, LeBron James finished one...
Trump hits Biden's jobs record at raucous Michigan rally
President Trump tore apart Joe Biden's job creation record at a raucous rally in the key battleground state of Michigan on Thursday evening, calling the former veep a "Washington vulture."...
California man charged with trying to torch GOP women's club
A California man has been charged with attempted arson for twice trying to torch a women's Republican club in the Golden State, according to a report. Carlos Espriu, 23, allegedly...
Jets' best defensive player in danger of missing opener
The Jets might be without their best defensive player to open the season. Not because they traded Jamal Adams. Not because C.J. Mosley opted out due to COVID-19 health concerns....
Four Houston cops fired after fatally shooting man in April
Four Houston police officers were fired on Thursday after fatally shooting a 27-year-old man who was on the ground and appeared to be experiencing a mental health crisis earlier this...
‘White Lie’ professor Jessica Krug exposes the fallacy of identity politics
The most shocking thing about the Jessica Krug scandal is that people are shocked by it. Sure, Krug’s behavior was immoral, deceitful and cynical. For a white Kansas-born academic to...
Yankees likely won't get 'sore' pitcher back for playoff push
Aaron Boone’s stated wish earlier this week that James Paxton will make it back to the Yankees’ starting rotation before the end of the regular season has just become less...
Naomi Osaka outlasts gritty American to reach US Open final
Naomi Osaka’s social-justice message has been consistent — and her strokes have been even better. After surviving a second-set letdown, Osaka dug deeper and ended the brilliant run by American...
Islanders veteran expected to play Game 3 after taking big hit
Brock Nelson, who missed more than 25 minutes of Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals for the Islanders while dealing with the aftereffects of having his face slammed into...
Chicago suburb's police chief fired over Facebook post made in 'poor taste'
The police chief of a Chicago suburb has been fired for posting a meme on his personal Facebook page that was "in incredibly poor taste," local officials said. Longtime Orland...
Fox Sports rebukes Skip Bayless for 'insensitive' Dak Prescott rant
Fox Sports couldn't skip over this one. On Thursday's "Undisputed," the talking head Skip Bayless declared he felt "no sympathy" for Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott sharing his depression struggles....
Deputy 'medically deceased' after being shot in the face by career criminal: cops
A North Carolina sheriff's deputy was declared "medically deceased" after being shot in the face by a career criminal Thursday, according to reports. Ryan Hendrix, 35, an eight-year veteran of...
Kevin Durant turned off by 'all of that s--t' that comes with Knicks
Kevin Durant insisted again that as his last season in Golden State wore on, he wanted no part of the Knicks’ spotlight. Too bad former Knicks president Steve Mills didn’t...
Endangered baby gorilla, born 6 days ago at Audubon Zoo in New Orleans, has died
Tragedy cut short celebrations at a New Orleans zoo this week when a newborn gorilla, the first welcomed to the facility in more than two decades, died after six days....
Dolphins will sit out anthems, call out NFL
The Miami Dolphins will be protesting against the NFL before Sunday's Week 1 game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass. The Dolphins said in a team video released...
What Chiefs, Texans did for the national anthem on NFL's opening night
The Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Texans made headlines before they kicked off the 2020 NFL season on Thursday. The Texans elected to return to their locker room ahead of...
Joe Biden's bald-faced lies about the economy
On the campaign trail this week, Joe Biden pressed on with his efforts to blame President Trump for our economic challenges and simultaneously to cast doubt on the job market’s...
Dozens of Austrians received US coronavirus stimulus checks
Dozens of Austrian citizens have received $1,200 coronavirus stimulus checks from the US government, according to a report. At least 100 of the checks were recently deposited at two different...
That Atlantic Trump-'exposer' also helped misreport America's way into Iraq war
Jeffrey Goldberg published a bombshell story that convulsed the nation. No, I’m not talking about his recent Atlantic magazine piece claiming, based on the testimony of four anonymous sources, that...
Feds arrest Bridgeport's police chief for fraud, false statements
The Bridgeport police chief has been charged with rigging the search for his own job to ensure he was awarded the six-figure top cop position back in 2018, officials announced...
Kate Winslet regrets working with Woody Allen, Roman Polanski
"It’s like, what the f - - k was I doing?"
US Marshals bust man accused of filming himself sexually assaulting a baby
An Oklahoma man accused of sexually abusing a baby on film and distributing the video on social media has reportedly been arrested. Brice Gage Watkins, 22, of Enid, was taken...
Andrew Cuomo's inside-dining rules for the city are absurd and unfair
It took 6 months, a $2 billion lawsuit, the risk of losing nearly three-quarters of the city’s restaurants and public shaming from the president for Gov. Andrew Cuomo to finally...
Joe Judge's expletive-filled tirade was a promise kept
On the day he was introduced as the head coach of the New York Football Giants, Joe Judge vowed he would deliver a team that would punch the opponent in...
It still looks like Andrew Cuomo and Bill de Blasio are conspiring to kill NYC's restaurants
'We’ll take it, but. . . .” That’s the overwhelming industry response to Gov. Cuomo’s surprise announcement that Gotham restaurants can finally welcome diners indoors starting Sept. 30 — but only at...
Take a step back from 2020's troubles to recall the horrors, heroes of 9/11
Amid a pandemic, economic woes and a raging campaign season, as well as nationwide and too-often-violent protests, New Yorkers, and all Americans, should still take the time Friday to mark...
Cuomo announces release of $300 unemployment benefit after Post inquiry
After being criticized for foot-dragging, the Cuomo administration announced Thursday that next week it will begin distributing the expanded $300 weekly unemployment insurance benefits to up to 2.4 million jobless...
De Blasio abruptly boots over 100 disabled people from Midtown shelter
Frustrated and fearful residents of the Harmonia lined the streets with their belongings Thursday as they awaited their sudden transfer to other shelters in the Big Apple's sprawling system.
UFT threatens to delay school opening if COVID-19 testing doesn't improve
The threat came after United Federation of Teachers Michael Mulgrew revealed that 16 city teachers have tested positive for COVID-19 out of 15,000 recently checked for the virus.
Researchers find disturbing dementia trend among 9/11 responders
The Sept. 11 terror attack didn’t just sicken first responders who desperately searched for victims at Ground Zero — it also appears to be robbing them of their mental faculties,...
Peloton revenue surges as pandemic boosts demand for fitness equipment
Peloton beat analysts’ estimates for quarterly revenue on Thursday as the exercise bike maker benefited from a 172 percent surge in total revenue, with boosts in subscribers and demand for...
9/11 responders who die of COVID-19 still eligible for compensation fund
World Trade Center first responders and their advocates on Thursday cheered a new directive that allows for the families of people who have 9/11-related illnesses -- but die of COVID-19...
Portland mayor bans local cops from using tear gas at protests
Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler on Thursday ordered city police to stop using tear gas to disperse ongoing protests in Oregon's largest city. Wheeler, who was also gassed during a protest...
Progressive activist, rapper Killer Mike slammed for meeting with GOP governor
Atlanta rapper and progressive activist Killer Mike is facing a wave of scrutiny from Democrats over his decision to meet this week with Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, a Republican. News...
Teen dead after being shot in head in the Bronx
A 17-year-old boy died after being shot in the head during afternoon gunplay in the Bronx, police said. The gunfire erupted just before 4:45 p.m. outside 1705 Hoe Avenue in...
Yankees-Orioles opener postponed with Friday doubleheader on tap
There will be no baseball in The Bronx on Thursday. The series opener between the Yankees and Orioles at Yankee Stadium was officially postponed with inclement weather rolling in. The...
Beware the 'work from home' model and other commentary
Labor beat: Beware the ‘Work From Home’ Model The response to the COVID work-from-home “experiment” has been “largely positive” — yet Hyon Chu at City Journal warns that, “taken to...
Judges block Trump memo that would bar undocumented immigrants from census
A three-judge panel in Manhattan federal court voted to block President Trump's memo that would bar undocumented immigrants from being counted in the nationwide census, according to court papers filed...
Jets' 'unicorn' can be game-changer for Sam Darnold, Adam Gase
Talk to anyone around the Jets for a few minutes about why they believe their offense can be improved this year and it does not take long for them to...
Cop placed on leave after violent arrest of teen at bowling alley
A Louisiana cop was placed on administrative leave while two others have been pulled from patrols after their involvement in a violent arrest of an unarmed black teenager at a...
Key Nets free agent already loving Steve Nash
So far, new Nets coach Steve Nash has been coy about his coaching staff and playing style. But both he and Joe Harris seem clear on one thing: They each...
MTA bus struck by stray bullet in Brooklyn
An MTA bus was struck by a stray bullet in Brooklyn Thursday afternoon, police said. The B25 bus was hit by gunfire just sometime before 5:30 near the corner of...
Fall music preview: 5 new albums to curb the pandemic blues
There's one thing the pandemic can't touch, and that's the pop parade of new albums marching through this season.
Feds charge man in NYC shooting that left two wounded
A 33-year-old man is facing federal charges over a Bronx shooting that left two winded in early August, police said Thursday. Robert Gonzalez, who was out on probation, was arrested...
Hundreds of California inmates helping fight wildfires for just a few dollars a day
Inmate “hand crews” have been used as a key source of firefighting labor in the Golden State for decades, but the practice is facing increased scrutiny with critics saying its...
Viral sensation Keedron Bryant drops 'I Just Wanna Live' EP
The viral sensation is dropping his debut EP, “I Just Wanna Live,” on Friday.
People whose parents divorced when they were kids have lower 'love hormone' levels
People whose parents divorced when they were children have substantially lower levels of oxytocin -- the so-called "love hormone" -- and that may explain their own difficulties forming lasting relationships,...
Just add sand! These multi-weight kettlebells will elevate your next beach workout
There are few places in this world that are better for working out than the beach. Not only is it beautiful, but there is nothing quite like the warm sand...
Woman who acts like a kinky puppy is fetching some serious dough
This salary isn't ruff to fetch.
NFC West preview and predictions: Seahawks will keep the pressure on 49ers
Steve Serby previews the NFC West as The Post gives division-by-division breakdowns ahead of the 2020 NFL season. 1. Seattle Seahawks Coach: Pete Carroll 2019 record: 11-5 O/U wins: 9...
Florida deputy responds to alligator report, finds pool toy instead
What a croc! Authorities in Florida went to check out a report of an alligator staking out a shed in Polk County -- only to find it was a gator-shaped...
Players should embrace MLB bubble idea: Sherman
I understand Major League Baseball is doing much better. With the results Wednesday, MLB had gone 10 straight days without any of its personnel having tested positive for COVID-19. Stretch...
Pete Alonso finally looks right after long funk
BUFFALO — Polar Bears aren’t supposed to hibernate, but Pete Alonso spent much of August defying nature. The Mets slugger largely disappeared, depriving his lineup of a knockout punch. Alonso...
Cuomo threatens New Yorkers with tax hikes over COVID-19 shortfalls
Gov. Andrew Cuomo threatened Thursday to increase the burden on New York's already heavily taxed residents if federal lawmakers don't provide funding to offset losses due to the coronavirus crisis....
This mom makes next-level lunches for her kids
She's a gourmet Michelangelo.
Mom who chronicled COVID-19 battle says virus may have given her glaucoma
Survivor Corps founder Diana Berrent, 46, chronicled for The Post her battle with COVID-19 back in March. She thought her ordeal with the virus was over when she tested negative,...
Americans divided over who should distribute COVID-19 vaccine: poll
Americans are divided over whether the feds or states should call the shots when it comes to distributing a coronavirus vaccine, according to a poll released Thursday. When asked which...
Joe Exotic series starring Nicolas Cage lands at Amazon for development
The scripted series about “Tiger King’s” Joe Exotic starring Nicolas Cage has been set up at Amazon for development.
Trump defends handling of COVID-19, says US has 'rounded the final turn'
President Trump on Thursday defended his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic amid the forthcoming Bob Woodward book and said he didn't lie when he downplayed its risk earlier this year....
WWII vet gets final wish to be buried in Juicy Fruit-themed casket
A World War II veteran with a major sweet tooth has been granted his last wish -- to be buried in a casket painted like a pack of Juicy Fruit....
Diving into the great gambling unknowns of the 2020 NFL season
As a historic NFL season kicks off Thursday, there is still so much that bettors and bookmakers don’t know. How will home-field advantage be impacted without fans in the stadium?...
Can I get an Amen! Pope says sex, food 'divine' pleasures from God
Hey, Pope, do you party?
Ex-Jets receiver allegedly ripped off $1.2M in COVID-19 funds
This wide receiver’s hands were maybe a little too sticky. Former New York Jets wide-out Joshua Bellamy bilked a coronavirus stimulus program for more than $1 million, federal prosecutors in...
Here's where 9/11 memorials will be held in NYC – and across the country
Commemorations in New York City for the 9/11 terror attacks will be like no other this year. For the past 18 years, thousands have gathered at Ground Zero to mark...
Russia, China and Iran trying to hack 2020 election, Microsoft says
A Russian military hacking group that was caught meddling in the 2016 presidential race has shifted tactics ahead of the November election, Microsoft said Thursday. Hackers in China and Iran...
Wearing masks could become part of troops' standard post-COVID operating procedure
CAMP SMITH, Hawaii ― Wearing masks, wiping down work spaces and quarantine periods have presented a fringe benefit to military operations, most notably in the basic training environment. Fewer troops...
Police probe possible spy mission after Russian model's drowning
Coast guards found the naked body of Galina Fedorova, 35, on Saturday after she and her photographer swam in the Mediterranean Sea off Sardinia, officials told Agence France-Presse (AFP).
Skip Bayless: 'No sympathy' for Dak Prescott sharing depression struggles
A day after Dak Prescott opened up about his older brother’s suicide and how he’s coped with it, Fox Sports host Skip Bayless said he had no sympathy for the...
Do Something! NYC CEOs plead with de Blasio to crack down on crime
The heads of over 160 major corporations, from Macy's to MasterCard, are pleading with Mayor Bill de Blasio to finally crack down on crime and address quality-of-life concerns so New...
Amid coronavirus pandemic, Americans in 'denial' over poor mental health: survey
A new survey revealed that nearly half of its respondents did not seek mental health treatment amid the coronavirus pandemic due to cost or lack of access and time. The...
Coronavirus can survive on chilled salmon for eight days, study claims
When COVID-19 hit Beijing several weeks after the last confirmed case of novel coronavirus infection, authorities believed the virus might have come from salmon. Tests showed traces of the virus...
I moved to NYC on 9/11 — and I’m not going anywhere!
"We’re all hopeful together. It’s what brought us together in 2001 and what’s going to unite us now," says artist Josana Blue.
11-year-old girl shot in the face answering door at Pennsylvania home
The unidentified child responded to a knock on the door at the Fairland Avenue home shortly before midnight Wednesday when she was shot, Bethlehem police said in a statement on...
Netflix CEO says company won't buy movie theater chain
Netflix co-Chief Executive Officer Reed Hastings told The Hollywood Reporter that his company isn't looking to acquire cinema chains, despite buzz of the contrary. In the last two years, Netflix...
New COVID-19 helmet brings comfort to frontline workers
HANOI - Three Vietnamese school students have designed a helmet that allows frontline health workers to have a snack or even scratch their nose without exposing themselves to the risks...
'Broken Hearts Gallery' review: A sharp idea trapped in a so-so rom-com
It hits all the stops on the road to romantic-comedy gold. So, why did it take the exit onto Meh Boulevard?
Smithfield Foods faces fine for not protecting workers from COVID-19
The US Labor Department said Thursday it cited Smithfield Foods for failing to protect employees from the coronavirus, making it the first major US meatpacker to face a fine after...
Joe Judge rips into Giants for lackluster start to practice
Training camp is over, but Joe Judge’s tough coaching is not. The Giants’ first-year head coach stopped Thursday’s practice about 20 minutes in, halted the music and brought his players...
August Complex fire in California becomes largest in state history
The August Complex fire, which has been raging in California for nearly a month, became the largest in the state's recorded history on Thursday, the US Forest Service said. The...
Senator Marco Rubio seeks review of GNC purchase by Chinese company
US Senator Marco Rubio, a Republican and a China hawk, asked for a national security review of plans by GNC to sell itself to Harbin Pharmaceutical Group. Rubio made the...
Murad offers 20 percent off sitewide for Friends and Family Sale
Skincare is essential — and we know you want the best. And if you're looking for quality gels, serums or face creams, then we've found the sale for you. Murad,...
McConnell likens close Senate races to 'a knife fight in an alley'
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday said Republicans are at risk of losing control of the Senate in contests so close they are "like a knife fight in an...
Chiefs vs. Texans prediction, line: Why experts love Houston in NFL opener
The 2020 NFL season kicks off with an interesting game to handicap with the Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Houston Texans Thursday at 8:20 p.m. ET. It’s become a tradition...
NFC South preview and predictions: Tom Brady's Bucs hope goes through Saints
Steve Serby previews the NFC South as The Post gives division-by-division breakdowns ahead of the 2020 NFL season. 1. New Orleans Saints Coach: Sean Payton 2019 record: 13-3 O/U wins:...
5-year-old girl fatally shot in North Carolina home
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a 5-year-old girl in North Carolina, police said. The young girl, who was identified as Amani Barringer, was shot...
Top baby names of the year drop — and Keanu has parents rattled
We're about to see a lot of bouncing baby Keanus.
Yankees season is hanging by a thread
Stop the presses: The Yankees have won a baseball game. After dropping five straight, the Yankees got back in the win column with a much-needed victory over the Blue Jays...
Davell Gardner's family shocked to learn suspects in custody for other killings
The NYPD's revelation that a pair of suspects in the stray-bullet slaying of 1-year-old Davell Gardner are already behind bars on unrelated homicides came as a shock to most —...
Murder most fowl: USDA mistakenly euthanizes 86 Long Island geese
Nature lovers are honking after learning that 86 geese from a Nassau County park were accidentally euthanized in June by the USDA. The agency mistakenly categorized the geese of Milburn...
Prison-advocacy agency boss treats staffers like 'show monkeys': ex-employee
The head of a New York agency that monitors state prisons is a tyrannical boss who demeans her formerly incarcerated employees -- treating them like "props" -- and has misused...
Craig Sager's son calls NBA 'whack' for supporting Black Lives Matter
Famed sports broadcaster Craig Sager Sr.'s son called the NBA "whack" for supporting Black Lives Matter — but was swiftly rebuked by his own sister as the family drama spilled...
Mexican journalist who covered crime found beheaded
A Mexican journalist who covered crime in the Gulf Coast state of Veracruz was found beheaded near train tracks this week, according to local reports.
South Dakota governor calls Sturgis 'superspreading' study 'completely untrue'
South Dakota's Gov. Kristi Noem has continued her attack on a recent study that argued the massive Sturgis motorcycle rally was a COVID-19 "superspreading" event linked to almost 20 percent...
13-year-old battling COVID-19-like symptoms actually died of rare heart condition
A 13-year-old California boy who died while battling coronavirus-like symptoms did not die of COVID-19 after all, officials said. Maxx Cheng died of a rare heart condition while self-quarantining July...
Why Hurricanes will cover big number in this one
The Post's Pigskin Profit makes his selection on Thursday night's game between the host Miami Hurricanes and the UAB Blazers: MIAMI (-14) over Uab: When we last saw the Hurricanes,...
Kanye West says 'Black Board Seats Matter' at Adidas, Gap
Kanye West -- who has a lucrative Yeezy fashion line with Adidas and recently signed a 10-year deal with Gap -- took to Twitter to complain about his lack of...
Bucs rookie Tristan Wirfs eats an insane amount of food every day
Buccaneers right tackle Tristan Wirfs' diet appears to be a far cry from Tampa Bay teammate Tom Brady's. This week, Wirfs' girlfriend Meredith Sutton documented what the 6-foot-5 rookie consumes...
Twitter to flag 2020 election posts declaring premature victory: report
In preparation for delayed results on Election Day due to millions of mail-in ballots, Twitter said Thursday that it will delete or label posts that claim victory too early, according...
Amazon adds former NSA, Cyber Command chief to board of directors
The tech and e-commerce giant said that along with the 11-member board, Alexander will also join Amazon's four-member audit committee headed by former Reader's Digest CEO Thomas Ryder.
Chris Paul could be wild card in Giannis Antetokounmpo free agency sweepstakes
Despite being the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks flamed out of the NBA Playoffs' second round, losing in five games to the...
Westchester County probes racist T-shirts left at black homes
Police in Westchester County are trying to figure out who left racist T-shirts outside the homes of black families in a local village, according to reports. The seemingly friendly "Welcome...
Mike Pompeo urges Southeast Asian nations to stand up to China
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Thursday urged Southeast Asian countries to review their ties to Chinese state-owned companies and stand up to Beijing's bullying in the South China Sea.
Ivanka Trump agrees to take COVID-19 vaccine on 'The View'
Senior adviser to the president Ivanka Trump volunteered to appear live on "The View" to take a coronavirus vaccine after co-host Joy Behar vowed to not take the inoculation until...
The Post’s NFL expert makes his 2021 playoffs, Super Bowl predictions
Dusting off the old Serby Crystal Ball for a look into the future of the 2020 NFL season: AFC Playoffs Wild card CHIEFS 38, BROWNS 24: Baker Mayfield strikes early...
Former Jets QB out at SNY over money dispute
Ray Lucas will not be on SNY’s Jets programming this season, The Post has learned. Lucas and SNY could not come to a new agreement on a contract, with the...
Jail forced to go on lockdown after over 100 inmates, staffers get COVID-19
Of the 178 inmates who were “deemed necessary” for testing, 124 came back with positive results Tuesday after drive-thru examinations were conducted Saturday.
Chicago mail carrier in critical condition after being shot on the job
The postal worker was shot four times in the stomach while she was delivering mail on South Ellis Avenue in the city.
JPMorgan Chase tells traders to return to the office: Report
No more trading in pajamas at JPMorgan Chase. Top brass at America’s biggest bank by assets have ordered senior staffers in its sales and trading divisions to return to the...
CNN's Jake Tapper tried to dissuade GOP candidate running against House Dem
The anchor of "The Lead with Jake Tapper" sent a Twitter message to Sean Parnell, a US Army combat veteran, who is challenging Rep. Conor Lamb in the Pittsburgh suburbs.
All signs point to Marlins
It has been a strange 2020 for the Miami Marlins, but they’ve put themselves in contention for the postseason and will have their All-Star from the 2019 season on the...
Feds charge 57 with defrauding COVID-19 relief loan program
Federal authorities arrested 57 people for scamming some $175 million from the Paycheck Protection Program designed to help small businesses bounce back from coronavirus lockdown, Department of Justice officials said...
NJ official censured for allegedly claiming mayor's wheelchair was a 'prop'
Rochelle Park Committeewoman Linda Boniface was censured over the wheelchair comments made during a closed committee meeting on June 24, NJ.com reported Thursday.
University of Michigan-Dearborn apologizes for segregated virtual 'cafes'
The University of Michigan-Dearborn is apologizing for hosting segregated online student “cafes” intended to spark discussions about race, saying they were never meant to be exclusionary. University officials issued a...
The next NBA season is completely in flux
Friday is the six-month mark of the Knicks’ last regular-season game. With the draft being pushed back from Oct. 16 to mid-November, league sources told The Post that the season...
Man fatally shot in possibly targeted attack in the Bronx
A 40-year-old died Thursday after being shot twice in the neck in an apparently targeted broad-daylight slaying in the Bronx, police said.
10 movie releases coming to Netflix, Hulu and theaters this fall
Here are 10 flicks our critics can't wait to watch, all with sizzle and star power to spare.
FBI busts 'incel' for sending rape, death threats to Long Island couple
A Westchester "incel" was busted by the FBI for sending a barrage of rape and death threats on social media to a Long Island couple, according to federal authorities. David...
Elderly dog freed from backyard prison after 7 years
This pup's owner was doggone cruel, but now the pooch is free at last.
Deputy allegedly stole suspect's credit card and gave it to her son
A California sheriff's deputy is accused of snatching a suspect's credit card -- and then gifting it to her son, prosecutors said. Angelina Cortez, of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department,...
NFC North preview and predictions: What quarterback tension means for Packers
Ryan Dunleavy previews the NFC North as The Post gives division-by-division breakdowns ahead of the 2020 NFL season. 1. Green Bay Packers Coach: Matt LaFleur 2019 record: 13-3 O/U wins:...
How to watch Chiefs vs. Texans: Channel, live stream for 2020 NFL kickoff
The Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Texans are set to kick off an NFL season unlike any other Thursday night. It’s been just eight months since Patrick Mahomes led Kansas...
'Russian agent' hit with US sanctions related to election interference
A Ukrainian businessman and "active Russian agent" who peddled dirt on Joe Biden and met with President Trump's attorney Rudy Giuliani last year is among four Russia-linked individuals hit with...
Minutes from disaster: Woman posts selfie before drowning in boat mishap
A woman posted this heartbreaking selfie during her trip to a dam in Brazil -- minutes before she drowned when her boat capsized, according to a report. Amanda Ferreira, 44,...
Aaron Rodgers is really warming up to Packers coach: 'Friend goals'
An offseason filled with video chats apparently did wonders for Aaron Rodgers and Matt LaFleur's budding bromance. Ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Minnesota Vikings, the Green Bay Packers...
Inside Biden's history of falsely claiming he predicted 9/11
When al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four planes the following morning and killed 2,977 Americans, Biden began claiming he predicted the attack.
Senate Democrats kill GOP's coronavirus relief bill
Senate Democrats on Thursday blocked a coronavirus stimulus bill that included funds for people left unemployed by the pandemic. In a party-line vote, Democrats withheld the 60 votes needed to...
Milwaukee health commissioner says she faced racism, sexism on job
Outgoing Milwaukee Health Commissioner Dr. Jeanette Kowalik said she experienced racism and threats from White supremacists on the job. She penned an op-ed for The Daily Beast entitled, "The Racism...
Facebook may have to stop sending European user data to US
Facebook may be forced to stop sending data about its European users to the US, in the first major fallout from a recent court ruling that found some trans-Atlantic data...
Tiffany wants Bernard Arnault to testify on merger intrigue
Tiffany & Co. wants to grill LVMH chief Bernard Arnault in court about his reported attempts to wriggle out of the $16.2 billion marriage of the luxury giants, The Post...
Blindsided by Cuomo, De Blasio vows to monitor indoor dining for COVID-19 spikes
Mayor Bill de Blasio expressed concerns Thursday about the restart of indoor dining in the Big Apple as he admitted that he was largely blindsided by Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s long-awaited...
Covington teen slams ACLU staffer for university jab
Nicholas Sandmann slammed the American Civil Liberties Union official in Kentucky who chastised his university for granting him admission.
What to know about the hottest TV shows of fall 2020
Not even a pandemic can get in the way of must-see fall TV.
Cops gunned down accused Portland shooter without warning, witness says
Michael Forest Reinoehl was walking to his car outside an apartment complex in Lacey, Washington, where he was hiding out when members of a joint federal fugitive task force pulled...
'Doomsday' mom pleads not guilty to allegedly burying kids' remains
Doomsday-obsessed cult mom Lori Vallow on Thursday pleaded not guilty for allegedly burying her missing children’s remains in her husband’s Idaho backyard. Vallow, appearing in Madison County District Court via...
Paris art museum apologizes for barring woman in low-cut dress
The Musée d'Orsay in Paris is no stranger to female nudity on display – but it was a French literature student’s low-cut dress that caused a stir when she was...
US sanctions on Huawei hit chip supply and growth, exec says
A Huawei executive says that recent US sanctions against the company have caused a shortage of computer chips for the company, hurting the growth of its smartphone business. Richard Yu,...
Arkansas man gets 2 life sentences, 835 years for killing off-duty cop
An Arkansas man convicted of killing an off-duty police officer has been sentenced to two life terms -- plus 835 years in prison. Demarcus Donnell Parker, 27, was convicted Tuesday...
Wildfires rage along the West Coast as officials warn of rising death toll
Wind-driven wildfires are still raging up and down the West Coast, killing at least eight people and destroying thousands of homes as they raze entire communities, according to authorities. With...
NBA investigating Rockets star for breaking bubble rules with female testing official
The Houston Rockets may be without forward Danuel House Jr. for the remainder of the Western Conference semifinals as the NBA looks into an allegation that he allowed a female...
Post experts make Super Bowl, awards picks for 2020 NFL season
The Post’s NFL experts give their picks for Super Bowl 2020 and predictions for MVP, Coach of the Year and other awards as part of our 2020 NFL preview: DAVE...
NYPD cop removes possum from Manhattan window ledge
Cops used a riot shield to block the animal from moving while one of them -- wearing work gloves -- grabbed the possum by the tail before the officers carted...
Cornell faculty-student group demands racial quotas, criticizes 'colorblind' practices
Dozens of Cornell University faculty, staff, students, and alumni signed onto a letter attacking "colorblind" practices, insisting that the university institute racial quotas and recruit "clusters" of non-White individuals. The...
Dodgers rage at MLB: 'Choosing between our families and the playoffs'
With Major League Baseball’s proposed plans of playing the 2020 postseason in a controlled bubble environment, at least one team has taken issue with the protocols regarding players' families. According...
Don't be a maskhole: Cuomo announces fines for straphangers without face coverings
Starting on Monday, NYPD cops and MTA police will have the authority to slap subway and bus riders with the summonses if they refuse to wear a face covering.
New York Times theater critic Ben Brantley stepping down
Ben Brantley, the influential New York Times theater critic, will leave the job next month.
Sheriffs are hunting for a tiger on the loose in Tennessee
The Knox County Sheriff's Office said a deputy saw a big cat with stripes, between 150 to 200 pounds, roaming Wednesday night near Forks of the River Industrial Park.
Federal prosecutors charge two Rochester protesters with civil disorder
Federal prosecutors have charged two Rochester protesters with attacking cops during violent demonstrations in the upstate city. The busts came after some 1,500 protesters took to the streets and clashed...
Hurricane Laura unleashes swarms of livestock-killing mosquitoes
“They’re vicious little suckers,” veterinarian Craig Fontenot said.
UN warns COVID-19 could fuel more conflict, poverty, starvation
UNITED NATIONS — Top UN officials warned Wednesday that the COVID-19 pandemic has aggravated discrimination and other human rights violations that can fuel conflict and its indirect consequences are dwarfing...
US revokes visas of over 1,000 Chinese nationals over military ties
The US has revoked the visas of over 1,000 Chinese nationals, citing concerns about students and researchers having ties to the Chinese military, a State Department official confirmed to The...
People spent more time than ever binge watching movies, TV this summer
The average person has watched 20 movies in the past two months, according to new research. The study of 2,000 nationally-representative Americans examined the part streamers have played this summer...
Bogus-black college professor's book editor speaks out
Gisela Fosado, the editorial director at Duke University Press, said she feels guilty about helping former professor Jessica Krug publish her book.
Russian state hackers suspected in targeting Biden campaign firm
WASHINGTON - Microsoft recently alerted one of Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden’s main election campaign advisory firms that it had been targeted by suspected Russian state-backed hackers, according to three...
Think 2020's disasters are wild? Experts see worse in future
A record amount of California is burning, spurred by a nearly 20-year mega-drought. To the north, parts of Oregon that don’t usually catch fire are in flames. Meanwhile, the Atlantic’s...
Army officials reveal new details in Fort Hood murder case
The Army's investigation into the disappearance of Vanessa Guillen went cold for a month -- because testimony from three soldiers inadvertently gave her suspected killer an alibi.
Biden slams Bush over NAFTA but doesn't say he voted for it
Former Vice President Joe Biden slammed the George W. Bush administration for not carrying out its "commitment on NAFTA."
In scene straight out of a comic book, NYPD is on the hunt for 'The Punisher'
Cops are hunting a man wearing a “Punisher” T-shirt who chucked two rocks with profanities scrawled on them at the windows of ABC Studios on the Upper West Side during...
Study finds that people who work out are happier, healthier and more ambitious
Feeling blue lately? New research shows people who set aside time to exercise are actually happier than those who don’t. Not only are they happier (75 percent vs. 25 percent),...
Mississippi teacher dies from COVID-19 complications
A Mississippi teacher has died from COVID-19 complications after students returned for in-person classes. Tom Slade, 53, a longtime history teacher at Vancleave High School, died Sunday after contracting the...
Megyn Kelly returning to media with new venture
The former TV news commentator and talk-show host is launching "Devil May Care Media" podcasting company.
AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine could be ready this year despite study halt
AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine could still be ready this year even though it had to halt a key clinical study after a participant got sick, CEO Pascal Soriot said Thursday. The...
Dylan Bundy will be difference in this AL West clash
Tranquil President Trump has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. Not to be outdone Slow Joe Biden has been nominated for an Energy Award. ... NFL and college grids...
NFC East preview and predictions: A lot of pressure on patchwork Cowboys
Ryan Dunleavy previews the NFC East as The Post gives division-by-division breakdowns ahead of the 2020 NFL season. 1. Dallas Cowboys Coach: Mike McCarthy 2019 record: 8-8 O/U wins: 9...
Tom Brady and the sports legends who changed teams late in their career
After 20 seasons wearing the red, white and blue, and then silver with the Patriots, Tom Brady will be wearing pewter and red this season with the Buccaneers. It won’t...
No Halloweenies here! NJ gov. says trick-or-treating is on
Trick-or-treating in New Jersey won’t be scuttled due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Phil Murphy said the Halloween tradition was “still on” in the Garden State as of Wednesday,...
Helmet-swinging fallout nearly broke Browns star
As Myles Garrett prepares to take the field this Sunday for the first time since the pivotal helmet-swinging melee, the Cleveland Browns defensive end reveals how close he was to...
Scientists now think interstellar object 'Oumuamua might be a 'dust bunny'
Ever since its discovery in October 2017, researchers have speculated what the interstellar object 'Oumuamua is: an alien "light sail" from another civilization; it's made of something almost unheard of...
It's not just the lungs: How COVID-19 attacks the brain
The deadly new side effect is just the latest troubling finding.
NJ store sparks outrage with 'Speak English or Pay $10 Extra' sign
The knives are out for a small New Jersey business after its owner recently posted a sign in the front window saying, "Speak English or Pay $10 Extra." For the...
Belarus protest leader says she was threatened with expulsion 'alive or in bits'
MOSCOW - Belarus opposition politician Maria Kolesnikova said security officers put a bag over her head and threatened to kill her when they tried to forcibly deport her to Ukraine...
Eerie scene for Giants game as wildfire smoke engulfs Oracle Park
OAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland Coliseum lights shone brightly for miles through a sunless, smoky sky in the middle of the afternoon — hours before they usually would be on...
Viewers call to cancel Netflix after controversial 'Cuties' premiere
#CancelNetflix is trending on Twitter over "sexualization" of little girls.
Away takes up to 50 percent off travel essentials for latest sale
You can stock up on all your travel essentials now that Away has kicked off its latest sitewide sale. The brand is taking up to 50% off everything during the...
Trump supporters holding boat parade to mark 9/11 anniversary
A Trump-supporting boaters group is set to hold a non-political 9/11 remembrance in the waters off of Lower Manhattan on the terror attack's 19th anniversary Friday.
One killed, two injured in early morning Brooklyn shooting
One person was killed and two others wounded during an early morning shooting in Brooklyn Thursday, cops said. A 22-year-old man was blasted in the left eye on Blake Avenue...
How Erin Andrews is adapting to new NFL world
When the New Orleans Saints face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, Erin Andrews will have a unique front-row seat for Tom Brady's NFC South debut, given reporters are barred...
Jets take flier on veteran linebacker after Giants release
Veteran inside linebacker Alec Ogletree is making a short move from one New York team to the other. He is making the bigger move from a two-year starter and co-captain...
Trump chops at Woodward for holding back pandemic quotes for book
President Trump slammed longtime Washington Post editor Bob Woodward Thursday morning for holding onto the contents of their bombshell interview for months if he believed the public was in danger...
Abu Dhabi instructs all hotels to offer kosher meals following Israel, UAE agreement
Authorities in Abu Dhabi sent a memo Tuesday instructing all hotels in the city to offer kosher food and beverage options, anticipating a surge in Israeli and Jewish travelers following...
Bruce Springsteen announces new album 'Letter to You': Listen to the title track
The Boss is back, again.
German study highlights carbon footprint of video streaming
BERLIN — Streaming high-definition videos and games can result in significant greenhouse gas emissions, depending on the technology used, according to a German government-backed study released Thursday. The report published...
TikTok sale may not happen in time to avoid US ban
TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance, facing roadblocks recently thrown up by the Chinese government, may not be able to sell the app's US business in time to meet President Trump's...
Flight canceled after feud about toddler not wearing face mask
A Canadian flight was canceled after a feud with a family over their young children not wearing masks on a flight. Safwan Choudhry said crew members approached the family on...
Ben Roethlisberger will be 'shaking like a leaf' after tricky Giants preparations
Ben Roethlisberger admitted he always has nerves before the first game of the season, but heading into Monday’s season opener against the New York Giants, the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback is...
NFL Prop Picks: Target Patrick Mahomes to win his second MVP
Post prop maven Dave Blezow breaks down his favorite bets with some big payouts for you to cash in on this season MOST VALUABLE PLAYER BLEZOW’S BREAKDOWN: Lamar Jackson started...
Poisoned Putin critic reportedly can now speak after emerging from coma
Poisoned Russian dissident Alexei Navalny has made further progress and is now able to speak after emerging from his coma in a German hospital this week, according to a report....
Broad ban: Portland no longer allowing facial recognition to be used in city
Councilmembers in Portland unanimously approved to prohibit public and private use of facial recognition technology.
Big drop reported in vaping by US teenagers
NEW YORK — Vaping by US teenagers fell dramatically this year, especially among middle schoolers, according to a federal report released Wednesday. Experts think last year’s outbreak of vaping related...
Break-up aftermath: Who will win the Brady-Belichick divorce?
Name a more compelling on-field subplot to the 2020 NFL season than following what happens in New England without Tom Brady and what happens in Tampa with Brady. You can’t....
US coronavirus deaths hit grim new milestone
More than 190,000 people in the United States have died from the coronavirus, data released Thursday show. Fatalities from COVID-19 more than doubled during the warm-weather months, up from nearly...
Treat yourself with up to 87 percent off these self-care products
You deserve to sit back and treat yourself. And to help you do just that, we rounded up 10 of our favorite self-care products that are currently on sale—and, with...
US senator blasts Disney's 'Mulan' for 'whitewashing genocide'
The backlash around Disney's "Mulan" is escalating, with a US senator accusing the Mouse House of "whitewashing genocide" as it cooperated with the Chinese government to get the movie made....
Apple has developed a COVID-19 mask for its retail employees
Forget the iPhone 12, Apple's hottest new product is a face mask. The iPhone maker has reportedly created its first face mask designed in-house, and is beginning to send them...
Gym co-owner sent explicit videos to cop posing as teen
Christopher Brown, one of the owners of Vertical Ventures, a rock-climbing gym in St. Petersburg, was arrested Wednesday on 10 counts.
Amazon hosting virtual Career Day to fill 33,000 US jobs
Shares of Amazon were up 1.3 percent Thursday morning, with the stock trading at $3,311.99.
Why a certain natural disaster is most likely to happen on Sept. 10
We’re almost smack dab in the middle of the 2020 hurricane season, with Sept. 10 being the climatological peak -- the day most likely to have a tropical storm in...
Fort Bragg paratrooper killed during training exercise
A Fort Bragg paratrooper was killed this week during a training exercise at a Georgia base, officials said. The soldier, who was not identified, had been undergoing jumping training Wednesday...
Trump continues to rip Cuomo, one of the 'worst' governors
President Trump pressed on criticizing Gov. Andrew Cuomo for his handling of the coronavirus pandemic, his late decision to allow restaurants to reopen in New York City and the flight...
Cyclist fatally struck in Brooklyn, man on scooter hurt in hit-and-run
A motorist hit and killed a bicyclist in Brooklyn early Thursday -- and another man on a scooter was wounded by a hit-and-run driver in Manhattan, cops said. The cyclist,...
Answering biggest questions NFL season has for Giants, Jets
Before the presidential debates, The Post presents five pressing questions for the Giants and Jets to answer: More pressure: Joe Judge or Adam Gase? Judge Joe Judge is the second...
Doris Burke is going to make NBA history again
Doris Burke will reach another milestone later this month when she calls the conference and NBA Finals for ESPN Radio, becoming the first woman to serve as a game analyst...
Diana Rigg, star of ‘The Avengers’ and ‘Game of Thrones,’ dead at 82
Dame Diana Rigg, of James Bond and "The Avengers" fame, has died "peacefully" at 82. The acclaimed actress known for her role as Contessa Teresa di Vicenzo, the only Bond...
Biden still hasn't answered questions from an Instagram 'ask me anything' session
As of Thursday morning, Biden has not yet answered any questions, and the story has expired.
Devastating before-and-after photos show extent of Oregon's wildfire destruction
Devastating wildfires have burned entire Oregon communities to the ground -- and these new satellite images show the staggering extent of the destruction. The before-and-after images photos show neighboring cities...
Jaylen Brown calls Nick Nurse out for bizarre coaching tactics in Game 6 thriller
Wednesday night's Game 6 thriller between the Boston Celtics and Toronto Raptors featured a number of wild moments, as Toronto forced a Game 7 in double overtime, 125-122. But it...
Scientists find hummingbirds practically freeze themselves at night
Hummingbirds are often seen as the most hyperactive of all the bird species. They flap their tiny wings with incredible speed and zip around so fast that by the time...
Off-price fashion retailer Century 21 files for bankruptcy, to shut all stores
Off-price clothier Century 21 -- a mecca for generations of fashion-minded bargain hunters -- filed for bankruptcy on Thursday and said it will shutter all of its stores for good,...
'Never underestimate him!' Trump weighs in on Kim Jong Un health rumors
President Trump on Thursday insisted that Kim Jong Un is in "good health" — following rumors that the leader of the Hermit Kingdom was gravely ill. "Kim Jong Un is...
One Direction fans slam James Corden after band video is teased, deleted
Hell hath no fury like a teased 1D fan scorned.
Citi names Jane Fraser as first female CEO of major US bank
Citigroup’s longtime chief is stepping down early next year -- and his successor is about to make some financial "herstory."
‘Why do they follow you?’ How ‘Sock Girl’ found her golf audience on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/p/CCzOIl2AqJ6/ When Isabelle Shee entered the influencer realm four years ago, the golfer gave plenty of thought about the overall message she would share with fans. "I'm a firm believer...
GOP senators react to being on Trump's Supreme Court shortlist
The four GOP senators featured on President Trump's list of potential Supreme Court nominees if he wins a second term are responding to the news of being considered for the...
National security adviser denies claim he ordered intel report be altered
National security adviser Robert O'Brien denied accusations from an alleged Department of Homeland Security whistleblower that he ordered intelligence about Russian influence in the US to either be downplayed or...
Here's how many NYC teachers are working from home this year
Roughly one in five city teachers will work from home this upcoming school year, according to new Department of Education data. About 15,900 DOE educators — or 21 percent of...
Harry Dunn's parents sue American diplomat's wife over deadly crash
The parents of a British teenager allegedly killed in a wrong-way crash by an American diplomat’s wife who fled England filed a wrongful death lawsuit this week in Virginia. Anne...
Giants season: Is a winning record remotely possible?
When you venture away from the building and into the rank and file of the NFL, the expectations about the Giants are low. Really low. Like, really, really low. There...
MTA cleaner killed after falling at Bronx train yard
An MTA cleaner was killed Thursday morning when he fell at a Bronx train yard — and possibly touched the third rail, police said.
Baby killed, parents badly burned while fleeing wildfire
A 1-year-old boy was killed and his parents were badly burned as the family tried to flee a raging wildfire in Washington, authorities said. The Hyland family's burned and abandoned...
102-carat diamond could auction for $30 million
Sotheby’s announced that the 102.39-carat diamond, a flawless white sparkler, is going up for auction next month and is expected to fetch between $12M and $30M.
US workers file 884,000 jobless claims for second straight week
Some 884,000 Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week as the labor market’s recovery from the coronavirus crisis stalled once again, new data show. That means a seasonally adjusted total...
Expanded NFL playoffs give fringe teams ‘puncher’s chance’
If the NFL can make it through the regular season, there’s a reward waiting at the end for two more teams than usual. Starting this year, the playoffs will be...
'The 100' fans slam show as ‘worse than Game of Thrones' after fan fave killed
Spoiler alert: A beloved character was killed by their best friend.
Rochester police union boss accused of lying about Daniel Prude video
Rochester officials have accused the head of the city officers’ union of lying about when he received bodycam video of the fatal arrest of Daniel Prude.
What would distributing COVID-19 vaccine look like? Start with 8K cargo planes
Roughly 8,000 jumbo jets could be needed to distribute coronavirus vaccines around the globe — a massive logistical challenge that will require careful planning from governments worldwide.
Jets preview: How far can this anonymous crew go?
The Jets enter the 2020 season with fewer stars than a cloudy night. Jamal Adams is in Seattle. C.J. Mosley has opted out of the season. Sam Darnold may become...
Pompeo: 'Substantial chance' Russia was behind Putin critic's poisoning
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said there is a "substantial chance" that senior Russian officials ordered Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny's poisoning. Speaking to conservative pundit Ben Shapiro on his...
National Guard members killed in Tennessee plane crash
The plane took off from the airport and witnesses said it appeared to be trying to return when it crashed in a nearby field, National Transportation Safety Board spokesman Peter...
Huge fire breaks out at Beirut port a month after massive explosion
A huge fire broke out Thursday at the port of Beirut, sparking fears among residents in the Lebanese capital a little more than a month after a massive blast in...
Watch mom fall through ceiling during daughter's TikTok audition
A freshman at a Big Apple dramatic arts college was recording herself as she practiced for a school audition – but was upstaged by her own mom, who came crashing...
The NFL’s 50 most fascinating people
There was no worry about COVID-19 on Feb. 2 when a packed crowd at Hard Rock Stadium watched Patrick Mahomes rally the Chiefs past the 49ers in Super Bowl LIV....
Porcupine lets his defenses down for a nose massage
The way to this porcupine's heart is through his nose. Rico, a 4-year-old Brazilian porcupine at the Cincinnati Zoo in Ohio, enjoys getting his snout gently massaged. See how the...
Salon owner is closing her shop after backlash over Pelosi visit
Hair today, gone tomorrow. San Francisco salon owner Erica Kious said she is closing her business after the infamous visit by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Fox News reported. “I am...
Behind Yankees' call to have Gary Sanchez catch Deivi Garcia
Erik Kratz caught Deivi Garcia in his first two big-league starts when the rookie right-hander pitched well in the first one and tailed off in the second. But instead of...
Cuomo urged to release $50 million to prevent COVID-19 election chaos
Watchdog groups are urging Gov. Andrew Cuomo to provide $50 million in emergency funds to election board officials across the state to avoid chaos and delays in handling millions of...
Justin Timberlake joining push to bring MLB into new city
Entertainer Justin Timberlake is joining the push to bring a Major League Baseball franchise to Nashville. The Tennessee native has invested in Music City Baseball, the group behind the effort....
Mets considering making big change in their rotation plan
Within this underwhelming Mets pitching rotation, less might actually be more. Continued struggles from that unit, coupled with two days off in the next five, at least seem to have...
Giants' Joe Judge reveals how Mike Tomlin helped his career
You never know where a seemingly innocuous phone conversation can lead. When Joe Judge on Wednesday said, “I have a tremendous amount of respect for him as a coach,’’ it...
Islanders victimized by some questionable calls
The Islanders found themselves on the wrong end of a missed penalty and an inaccurate call in Game 2 against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday night. After Alex Killorn...
Mets pitcher's season is over
The Mets thought Robert Gsellman strained an oblique. The official diagnosis is much worse. Gsellman’s season concluded before the final game for a second straight year, after an MRI exam...
North Carolina teen pleads guilty to murdering sister three years ago
A North Carolina teen pled guilty to the murder of his own sister Tuesday, nearly three years after she was found with her throat slit near a trailer park dumpster,...
12-year-old boy and his dog found dead in Oregon wildfire
A 12-year-old boy and his dog were killed Wednesday in a fast-moving fire that continues to ravage parts of western Oregon, authorities said. Police also believe that the boy's grandmother...
What Steve Nash's Nets offense is expected to look like
When asked exactly how his team will play now that he’s the Nets’ new coach, Steve Nash evaded the question like he used to slither through the paint. But after...
Why a lifelong New Yorker deployed the nuclear option: A move to Jersey
New York is not dead, but I have opened my heart to other places being alive.
Autumn obsessives are already decorating their homes for Halloween
When you’re decorating all out, it’s kind of silly to just do it for a few weeks and then take it down," said Steffy Degreff, 33, who puts up the...
This Islanders' loss much more painful than a blowout
So the first one was a fiasco for darn near the full 60 minutes whereas the second one devolved into slapstick only after 59:40 of play and for only about...
Long Island student heads to school — again — to protest remote classes
Cops were called to a Long Island high school Wednesday after a student showed up in defiance of a suspension he received for flouting the district’s hybrid-learning schedule. William Floyd...
Late artist Enrico Donati's Central Park studio and home list for $3.6M
Donati, who died in 2008, painted from the two-floor spread at 222 Central Park South for more than 50 years.
Popular attorney known for catchy ads shot dead by his own son
A popular Florida personal injury lawyer was reportedly gunned down by his 35-year-old son, who also shot the attorney’s girlfriend before turning the gun on himself Wednesday morning. Robert Fenstersheib,...
Lighting guru David Duncan chops price of design-district townhouse
The lighting and antiques guru cut the price of his live-work townhouse at 247 E. 60th St. to $6.8 million.
Clippers in control, thanks to Kawhi Leonard
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Kawhi Leonard finished an assist shy of his first playoff triple-double and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Denver Nuggets 96-85 in Game 4 on...
Jewelry designer Deborah Pagani selling $5M Upper East Side co-op
Pagani and her husband, who have three children, bought the unit for $3.8 million in 2017.
Connecticut power couple selling NYC pied-à-terre
The Greenwich, Conn.-based couple put their studio at 10 Park Ave. on the market for $599,000 since they don't come into the city as much.
Braves destroy NL East foe with 29-run outburst
ATLANTA — Adam Duvall drove in nine runs with three homers, including a grand slam, and the Atlanta Braves obliterated their franchise scoring record in a 29-9 romp over the...
Biden incorrectly states 6,000 U.S. military members died from coronavirus
Joe Biden fumbled the number of military members that died from the coronavirus during a campaign stop in Michigan on Wednesday. The Democratic presidential candidate was in Warren, Mich. when...
28-year-old South Carolina elementary school teacher dies of coronavirus
A 28-year-old South Carolina elementary school teacher died of coronavirus on Monday, three days after being diagnosed with the illness, school officials announced Wednesday. Demetria “Demi” Bannister, a third-grade teacher...
Glamorous Manhattan studio hits market for whopping $2.3M
The designer of Michelle Obama's inaugural ball jewelry, Loree Rodkin, listed her (spacious! fancy!) one-room pad in the West Village.