October 21, 2020
Two people killed, five injured in separate Brooklyn shootings
One person was killed and five others injured in a drive-by shooting in Brooklyn on Wednesday night, police sources said. Several gunmen inside a BMW sedan opened fire into a...
What Joe Judge's friends think about coach's Philly return
They were always planning to go to the game. But this season, little is guaranteed and nothing can be assumed. A few of Joe Judge’s buddies started making inquiries a...
Former Raider dies at 35
HENDERSON, Nev. — Former Oakland Raiders offensive lineman Mario Henderson has died. He was 35. The team announced Henderson’s death Wednesday. There was no cause of death given. “Everyone will...
Laptop connected to Hunter Biden linked to FBI money-laundering probe
The FBI subpoena of Hunter Biden’s computer and hard drive came in connection with a money-laundering investigation, according to documents obtained by Fox News. The 2019 papers were verified by...
Biden campaign pulls ad featuring ‘struggling’ bar owner outed as wealthy investor
Joe Biden’s campaign has scrapped a political ad featuring a Michigan music venue owner who depicted himself as a cash-strapped business owner -- yet was revealed as a wealthy tech...
Donald, focus on biting Joe Biden off the dust, not Hunter: Devine
President Trump should be careful not to overreach in Thursday night’s debate when he attacks Joe Biden over the content of son Hunter’s abandoned laptop. The target must be the...
Free agent pitcher pleads his case for Yankees rotation spot
After the Yankees’ season ended, general manager Brian Cashman said the team’s rotation “was at risk” in the playoffs “and that needs to get improved upon.” Clearly, Marcus Stroman agrees,...
Chris Christie says it was 'serious failure' not to wear mask at White House
Chris Christie said he was "wrong" not to wear a mask at the White House event where he caught the coronavirus -- and urged public figures to lead by example...
Why Sam Darnold's progress should still matter to Jets fans
Any day now there will be a photo on social media of a fan in a Jets No. 16 jersey with “Lawrence” across the back. You can bank on it....
Biden clan knew last year that Hunter's cash grabs were a big problem
It’s debunked. It’s disinformation. And insofar as it’s true, it just shows Joe Biden is a great dad. You should be prevented from sharing it on social media; maybe you...
Hunter Biden was allegedly in possession of valuable diamond during divorce: emails
The lawyers in Hunter Biden’s divorce case sparred over his alleged possession of a large diamond given to him by a since-vanished Chinese energy tycoon, emails obtained by The Post...
'I'm sorry': Mom of girl who died after hot trampoline punishment
The mother of an 8-year-old Texas girl who died after being forced to jump non-stop on a hot trampoline apologized to her daughter for not saving her from her allegedly...
Jets safety emerging as leader in lost season
The Jets traded away one of their defensive leaders Sunday night. But Adam Gase said safety Marcus Maye is capable of filling the void left by defensive tackle Steve McLendon,...
Cuomo has governed, handled COVID-19 better than de Blasio: poll
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has a better grip on COVID-19 than Mayor Bill de Blasio, according to a new poll of city residents, most of whom fear a return to normalcy...
CUOVIDIOT: Mask-shaming Chris Cuomo refuses to wear one in his NYC building
Chris Cuomo has apparently been marching around his apartment building without a mask on -- despite what he preaches on his primetime cable news show. Management at Cuomo’s Manhattan apartment...
ESPN moving high-profile features and analysis behind ESPN+ paywall
ESPN plans to move much of its high-profile, feature-type writing and analysis content to ESPN+, The Post has learned. The change is being made to further boost the direct-to-consumer ESPN+...
One Ray with World Series experience has surprising take on issue
Charlie Morton was the only Tampa Bay Ray who had World Series experience before Game 1 against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday evening. The veteran right-hander was part of...
Daniel Jones gives Giants surprising rushing threat
Yeah, he noticed. Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz was asked this week what he sees out of Daniel Jones in his second year as the Giants’ quarterback, and if anything...
Mookie Betts showing he can be new Face of Baseball
ARLINGTON, Texas — Since Derek Jeter and David Ortiz hit 40, Major League Baseball has searched far and wide for its next face of the game. They just might have...
Officials question story of California woman rescued from Zion National Park
Rescue officials are highlighting inconsistencies in the story of the California mother who said she survived for nearly two weeks with no food and little water in Zion National Park....
Giants turnaround can start at familiar spot for Judge
The Native Son returns, and he returns on “Thursday Night Football” to his old stomping grounds with the hated rival team from up the Turnpike that he now calls his...
Turkey leads new atrocities against Armenians
In a faraway corner of the world, in a land Armenians call Artsakh and which you may know as Karabakh (“black garden”), a church was bombed last week — and...
Deaths rates among hospitalized COVID-19 patients declining: report
Death rates among hospitalized COVID-19 patients have declined sharply since the height of the pandemic, according to two peer-reviewed studies cited in a new report. The decline in deaths were...
Ranking five best MLB general manager/manager openings
Steve Cohen moved closer to owning the Mets this week. The eight-member Ownership Committee blessed a sale to him. That leaves the eight-member Executive Committee and the full ownership body...
How Team Trump is fighting China's ploys to control the UN
As the United Nations attempts to tackle many of the world’s greatest challenges, the biggest threat to its integrity and effectiveness comes from within — from China. For years, Beijing’s...
You can help save these classic NYC restaurants
It’s up to us, New Yorkers who can still afford it, to save these embattled restaurants from extinction.
Trump says 'not much' he could have done differently with COVID-19
During a “town hall” in the White House Rose Garden aired on Thursday, the president was asked about the outbreak that's resulted in the deaths of at least 221,000 Americans.
There is a favorite to sign Antonio Brown with suspension nearly up
Antonio Brown's NFL return is coming back into focus, with the Seattle Seahawks still squarely in the picture. The wide receiver is currently serving an eight-game suspension for violating the...
Apple pulls the Charlie Brown football away from American kids
Good grief! The Great Pumpkin may skip your house this year, as all the classic “Peanuts” holiday specials have been pulled from broadcast TV for the first time since 1965....
Iran and Russia are trying to interfere in US election
The US intelligence community warned Americans Wednesday night that Iran and Russia are trying to interfere in the 2020 presidential election. Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe and FBI director...
Time for Joe Biden to stop dodging questions on Hunter
Joe Biden has a chance at Thursday’s debate to finally explain his relationship with son Hunter’s cashing-in on the family name — rather than just dismissing what’s plainly true or...
Barack Obama makes fiery 2020 campaign speech, counterpoint to low-key Biden
"We got 13 days. That’s our lucky number right here," Obama told a crowd of honking motorists during a drive-in rally in the perennial swing state. "Thirteen days until the...
Trump: Big tech interfering in election by censoring Post’s Hunter Biden exposé
WASHINGTON -- President Trump on Wednesday accused tech giants Twitter and Facebook of interfering in the upcoming election following their unprecedented censorship of The Post's reporting on Hunter Biden's overseas...
Spot near top of NFC East amazingly on the line for Giants vs. Eagles
Consider the alternative before turning your back on what the Giants, earned or not, have before them. They kick off Week 7 in the NFL knowing by the end of...
Joe Biden's killer tax threat to New York
If Joe Biden becomes president and rams through the massive tax hikes he’s promised, rapper 50 Cent won’t be the only New Yorker to flee. And the exodus of high-income...
People are buying fire pits, pianos to prepare for the second COVID-19 wave
The second wave is coming. Do you have your fleece sheets?
Melania Trump shocked Beyoncé got Vogue cover: recording
First lady Melania Trump was allegedly shocked that Anna Wintour had decided to feature Beyoncé on the cover of Vogue magazine's coveted September issue in 2018. Trump expressed her feelings...
Doris Roberts' former Central Park South duplex for sale for $3.87M
This duplex on Central Park South comes with outdoor space and park views, as well as a celebrity past.
Steve Cohen's Mets purchase will have to go through Bill de Blasio
Hal Steinbrenner isn’t the only prominent New York figure who will have a say in the sale of the Mets to Steve Cohen. None other than Mayor Bill de Blasio...
Stylist Paul Cavaco drops the price of his stylish NYC lair
Legendary stylist Paul Cavaco has put his Chelsea co-op on the market for $1.59 million — down from its September asking price of $1.79 million.
Late photog Pete Turner's Hamptons estate hits the market for $3.87M
The Hamptons estate of the late photographer Pete Turner will hit the market Thursday for $3.87 million — up from its 2019 asking price of $2.99 million with a different...
Toni Morrison's former NYC home lists for $4.75M
The estate of celebrated author and Nobel Prize winner Toni Morrison has put her Tribeca home on the market for $4.75 million, according to multiple reports this week.
CDC redefines 'close contact' guideline with COVID-positive people
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has expanded its coronavirus guidance on what it means to be a "close contact" of someone who has been infected. In a move...
Knicks’ road to respectability starts with this star
The Knicks are, in relation to their recent history — and by “recent” we mean “multiple-decades-long” — on quite a roll. They last lost a basketball game on March 10,...
Inside Ghislaine Maxwell's life and trial as Jeffrey Epstein's confidante
Ghislaine Maxwell is a notorious Jeffrey Epstein associate. Here's a detailed look into her life, alleged crimes and current whereabouts.
I bought a $1.15M NYC apartment from a robot
Would you trust a bot with one of the biggest purchases of your life?
James Randi, magician and paranormal debunker, dead at 92
James Randi, a magician and paranormal debunker better known professionally as "The Amazing Randi," has died at 92.
Senior with the blues? Try these 5 minute daily mood boosters
For many older people, these times can be trying, to say the least. The good news? You can reap mental health benefits in just a few minutes. “Little things, like...
Billboard claiming Biden is mentally unfit spells 'dementia' wrong
A billboard in Pennsylvania accuses Joe Biden of having “dementia” -- but butchers the spelling of the cognitive disorder. "Biden's dimensia is worsening. He is not fit,” the message declares,...
Limp excuses shouldn't save Jeffrey Toobin
If there’s one thing our culture still — depressingly — abides, it’s sexually inappropriate behavior by prominent white guys. The Jeffrey Toobin scandal, with its pleas for sympathy from, among...
NASA teases 'exciting new discovery' coming about the moon next week
NASA scientists will announce an "exciting new discovery" about the moon in a virtual press conference on Monday, the agency said Wednesday. The news will be announced by NASA in...
Fabulous and over 50, these influencers prove age is just a number
These guys and gals born before 1970 prove that you’re never too old to be hale and hearty, even in a pandemic. The journey of a thousand miles begins with...
Attacker paid teens to point out French teacher before beheading: prosecutor
Two teenagers will face charges in last week's beheading of a history teacher outside Paris -- for allegedly pointing the educator out to his killer in exchange for cash, France's...
Tesla reports fifth-straight quarterly profit on record revenue
Elon Musk's Tesla reported its fifth consecutive quarter of profitability on Wednesday in just the latest sign that his electric car company has not been thrown off track by the...
This $30M duplex wows with the largest outdoor space in Manhattan
The terrace duplex at 100 E. 53rd St. is on the market for $29.75M and boasts the largest private, continuous outdoor space in the borough.
Jennifer Connelly, Paul Bettany's former Brooklyn mansion asks $12.9M
We hear the former home of Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Connelly and her Marvel-man husband Paul Bettany is (unofficially) back on the market for $12.9 million. The 25-foot-wide limestone mansion, built...
Blast from the past: Bushwick subway platforms covered in graffiti
What decade is it, again? Bushwick commuters were greeted by a blast-from-the-past Wednesday at the DeKalb Avenue L train stop -- where gigantic graffiti "tags" were splashed along platform walls....
Norah Jones house hunts in Connecticut, touring $4.95M architectural gem
Singer Norah Jones is on the prowl for a country house. She recently checked out a $4.95 million property in Ridgefield, Conn. The Arts and Crafts-style, 6,000-square-foot home at 323...
Helicopter makes emergency landing in marshy water off Jones Beach
The whirlybird landed in the low water near the Loop Parkway around 4:15 p.m., a Nassau County Police Department spokesman said.
'Filthy Rich' star Kim Cattrall lists her cozy East Hampton cottage
“Sex and the City” alum Kim Cattrall has put her East Hampton escape on the market for $3.25 million. The actress bought the charming cottage (in the Springs on Gardiners...
Cuomo declines apology to Orthodox Jewish community over COVID-19 lockdown
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Wednesday that he sees no reason to offer an apology to Brooklyn and Queens’ ultra-Orthodox Jewish community over the recent COVID-19 hot-spot lockdowns as did Mayor...
'Hustlers' star Keke Palmer buys a Brooklyn penthouse
Singer, actress and "Hustlers" star Keke Palmer buys a $2.49 million penthouse in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Joe insults allies, media shrug and other commentary
Foreign desk: Joe Insults Allies, Media Shrug Joe Biden last week warned of “the rise of totalitarian regimes in the world,” including democratic Poland and Hungary — and that “half-insulting,...
Lawyer for Trump in E. Jean Carroll defamation case denied courthouse entry
A Department of Justice lawyer sent to defend President Trump in a defamation case brought by a rape accuser was denied entry to a Manhattan courthouse Wednesday — because he had...
Bag of dog feces flung at California home with Black Lives Matter sign
The incident was captured on surveillance video at 3 a.m. Wednesday morning in Roseville, California, according to CBS 13 Sacramento.
Rudy Giuliani says 'Borat' sting is 'complete fabrication'
Rudy Giuliani says the "Borat" sting where he was supposedly caught in a compromising position with a woman in a hotel room is a "complete fabrication....I was tucking in my...
California man arrested after wife found dead in her car
A California man has been arrested after his 24-year-old wife was found dead in her car, authorities said. Cesar Hernandez, 47, of Watsonville, was detained by border patrol agents Monday...
"Among Us" is 2020's hottest game, thanks to AOC and Twitch
A game originally released in 2018 has suddenly become one of the most downloaded games of 2020.
'Pretty Woman' boots and head from 'Alien' among items in huge auction
A movie memorabilia auction of massive proportions has been announced for this Dec. 1 and 2, and it's chock full of legendary items from silver screen classics.
Here are the best items from the new Skims velour collection
There's nothing quite like 2000s fashion. And what would that era of style be without its iconic velour tracksuits? The fashion statement pieces were made famous by numerous celebs, including...
Twitter looks to keep The Post's account hostage through Trump-Biden debate
It's now been a week since Twitter locked The Post's account over its exposé on Hunter Biden's emails -- and it appears the hostage situation will continue through the final...
Young girl, two others seriously hurt in upstate school bus crash
A young girl and two others were seriously hurt when a commercial tree trimming truck hit a school bus in upstate Orange County Wednesday morning, authorities said. The girl, who...
Le'Veon Bell coy on whirlwind Jets exit
Le'Veon Bell and Adam Gase are finally on the same page. After Gase declined to look back at whether the Jets misused Bell during his time in New York, the...
LeBron James' sudden Dodgers love isn't surprising
LeBron James is a man of many hats, but it seems he's put away his Yankees and Indians caps for now to pull for the Dodgers. The Lakers star, like...
Two Hawaii restaurants ban travelers from dining in despite new program
At least two Hawaii restaurants are asking visitors and travelers not to dine in at their establishments -- despite the state’s new pre-travel coronavirus testing program. Last week, Hawaii launched...
Sabrett-eur: Socialite sues over 'defective' MSG hot dog that broke her tooth
Franks for nothing! A Manhattan socialite — who was once engaged to Gloria Vanderbilt's estranged son — says she broke her tooth chowing down on a "defective" hot dog while...
Navy will eventually outfit destroyers with hypersonic missiles: report
The Navy is planning to eventually outfit all its destroyers with new high-speed hypersonic missiles -- an advanced weapon system that President Trump has touted in the past -- national...
The best and scariest Halloween decorations in the NYC area
NYC locals are still going all out with elaborately scary Halloween decorations to spread some horrifying holiday cheer.
Elderly Manhattan woman died after being hit by Revel rider
An elderly Manhattan woman who was struck by a Revel moped rider near Columbus Circle last month died from her injuries later that day, cops revealed Wednesday. Helga Shnitker, 82, of...
Florida woman fatally beat 3-year-old boy with tire iron: cops
A Florida woman who was caring for a 3-year-old boy confessed to fatally beating him with a tire iron as he brushed his teeth, police said. Te’Lea Jefferson, 23, was...
Lucky baby anteater escapes birds, falls from tree into care of Australian zoo
SYDNEY - A lucky echidna puggle, or baby spiny anteater, that survived an attack by birds and fell from a tree is taking its first steps as zoo keepers in...
Short-lived: Short-form video app Quibi shuts down after just 6 months
Quibi, the short-form video app founded by Hollywood mogul Jeffrey Katzenberg, is calling it quits after just six months. The high-profile startup — which raised a whopping $1.75 billion for...
Singapore Airlines resumes world's longest direct flight from New York City
One of the world’s longest flights will be taking off soon, months after it was grounded by the coronavirus. On Tuesday, Singapore Airlines announced that it will be resuming its...
MLB broadcaster's emotional quest to save his kids from alleged abuse
Casey Stern wants to tell his story. It has to do with his kids, now just 6, 5 and 3 years old. It is about alleged child abuse. There are...
Bride-to-be dies after botched liposuction procedure in Malaysia
Coco Siew Zhi Shing, 23, searched online to find a beauty salon in Kuala Lumpur that could perform liposuction on her arms ahead of tying the knot to her boyfriend...
More vets running for Congress, but Capitol Hill numbers may still drop
Twice as many women veterans are running for Congress this year than did in 2018, but the overall number of veterans serving in the House and Senate is likely to...
Why Dodgers are the pick in Game 2
Game 2 of the World Series on Wednesday will feature 2018 Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell trying to shut down the majors’ top offense in 2020. Snell has seen...
Mormon rivals in Utah gov race do the unthinkable amid uber-partisan 2020
Two Mormon men vying to be Utah’s next governor have taken the unusual step of appearing together in a series of ads calling for friendly political debate. GOP Lieutenant Governor...
Man brutally beaten by car thieves trying to get his ride back in Queens
Car thieves beat and bloodied a 33-year-old man who tried to run them down after they boosted his ride in Queens, police said. The theft happened around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday,...
US sees busiest day for air travel since the start of COVID-19
Travelers are returning to the skies. Last weekend was the busiest in the US for air travel since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Transportation Security Administration....
More money flowing into hedge funds amid global unrest
For the first time in more than two years, more money is flowing into hedge funds than is being pulled out of them as smart-money investors look to protect themselves...
Amy Coney Barrett meets with senators on Capitol Hill
Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett is spending her Wednesday on Capitol Hill, meeting with GOP senators just one day before the Senate Judiciary Committee is set to vote on...
Fall 2020 luxury launches: Ralph Lauren, Balmain, Moncler and more
Sleeping beauty Nearly 20 years after founding their beloved beauty brand Fresh, Lev Glazman and Alina Roytberg have partnered with hospitality guru Damien Janowicz, launching the Maker Hotel in historic...
Woman sexually assaulted in Flushing Meadows Park
A perv grabbed a woman from behind and sexually abused her inside a Queens park earlier this month, cops said. The 34-year-old victim was walking on a footbridge inside Flushing...
Minnesota snowstorm shatters record, causes hundreds of accidents
An early-season snowstorm dumped a record-breaking amount of snow across Minnesota on Tuesday, knocking out power to thousands and leading to hundreds of accidents. The National Weather Service (NWS) forecast...
Making a big play on the Rays
Presidential hopeful Joe Biden plans on raising tax rates to 62% for New Yorkers who make more than $400,000 if elected. A penny for your thoughts 50 Cent? “What the...
Post's reports on Hunter Biden emails thrive despite online blackout
An initial exclusive story published Oct. 14 had garnered nearly 5 million views on The Post's site as of Wednesday afternoon, with over 3.25 million unique visitors, according to Parse.ly.
Ferragamo family explores stake sale in turnaround strategy: report
The family owners of Italian fashion house Salvatore Ferragamo have held informal talks with investors to sell a minority stake in their holding firm as they scramble to turn around...
Paige VanZant calls out car thief for the way she was robbed
Paige VanZant wants one thing from the thief who allegedly busted into her car: Courtesy, please. Taking to her Instagram stories on Wednesday, the 26-year-old fighter said she woke up...
Two Muslim women stabbed, called 'dirty Arabs' in Eiffel Tower attack
The victims -- identified only by their first names, Kenza and Amel -- told French media that they were attacked by two other women after asking the ladies to control...
NJ Gov. Murphy abruptly leaves event after learning he was exposed to COVID-19
About 23 minutes into the conference, held outside at the Camden County Community College, Gov. Phil Murphy went to the podium and announced a change to the order of speakers,...
Body armor company donates $6M worth of COVID-19 face shields to NYC DOE
A Maryland body armor company is donating 2 million face shields to the Department of Education worth $6 million, officials said Wednesday. The firm, Hardwire LLC, said it made the...
Ronny Deila may be burning out his NYCFC squad
Ronny Deila is in danger of running his squad ragged. Through 19 MLS games this season, Deila has handed out starts to just 18 different outfield players, less than all...
Toobin's handiwork has men begging cam girls for kinky work Zoom fantasies
"None of this was a shock. A man being busted jerking, wow," she said sarcastically. "Men are f - - king pigs, and some of them can't control their urges...
Odell Beckham just doesn't give a 's--t' anymore
Odell Beckham Jr. isn't apologizing to the cooler he punched during another sideline outburst Sunday, or to anyone else for that matter. The Browns wide receiver said he just wants...
Trump tweets stills from 'fake and biased' Lesley Stahl '60 Minutes' interview
WASHINGTON — President Trump is continuing his war on “60 Minutes” after he walked out of an interview with veteran broadcaster Lesley Stahl and threatened to publish footage of the...
Amid wave of mail-in ballots, de Blasio and election bigs urge in-person voting
A top New York state election official and Mayor Bill de Blasio are urging New York City residents to vote early in person beginning Saturday as the local Board of...
Man arrested for forcing stepson to drink hot sauce, sleep in closet
A Connecticut man allegedly forced his stepson to sleep in a closet for months and made him guzzle hot sauce until he vomited -- all while his wife did nothing...
Patrick Mahomes and fiancée went all out for gender reveal
The couple revealed the gender of their baby-to-be on Wednesday.
Florida deputy performs exorcism on child, instructs another to shoot anyone who enters home
A now-former sheriff’s deputy in Florida was arrested Sunday after allegedly performing an exorcism on a child, and telling another there were demons in his home and to shoot anyone...
JCPenney's new owners reject a $3.2 billion pension plan
JCPenney is getting rescued from bankruptcy in a plan that stands to worsen its workers' nest eggs. The century-old department store’s soon-to-be new owners said they don't plan to take...
Westminster dog show will be delayed and held outdoors
It's a ruff time to be a show dog.
Odell Beckham banned by LSU after title game cash stunt
Odell Beckham Jr. has been banned from football facilities at LSU for two years as part of an internal school investigation that officials at the SEC powerhouse hope won’t lead...
'Throuple' ex-pol Katie Hill seems to be cashing in on scandal
The California Democrat — who was forced to resign from Congress last year in the wake of a staffer-involved sex scandal — announced in March that she was launching HER...
The wacky ways NYers are prepping for a second COVID-19 lockdown
As COVID-19 cases in New York and around the country rise, city dwellers are fearing a repeat of the March and April coronavirus lockdowns.
UK's fattest man hoisted out of home with crane after being trapped for 6 years
The UK's fattest man had to be hoisted from his home by crane -- after being trapped inside for six years as his weight ballooned to 700 pounds, according to...
'I Love a Mama's Boy' exposes bizarre mother-son relationships
In one shocking scene, one mom and her 28-year-old son head to a lingerie store to pick out sexy underwear for his girlfriend. After finding sexy duds, the son buys...
Leaders in US, Europe divided on response to surging coronavirus
SALT LAKE CITY — Virus cases are surging across Europe and many US states, but responses by leaders are miles apart, with officials in Ireland, France and elsewhere imposing curfews...
Baby bottles release millions of microplastic particles
Polypropylene baby bottles were found to release millions of microplastic particles, which was made worse by hot liquids, according to a new study. Researchers from Trinity College Dublin published findings...
Odell Beckham: 'I just don't think COVID can get to me'
Odell Beckham Jr. apparently doesn’t believe COVID-19 can cover him or bring him down. The former Giants star was sent home with an illness last Thursday, but he played in...
At least one Van Gundy is returning to an NBA bench
At least one of the Van Gundy brothers is leaving the broadcast booth. Stan Van Gundy, who worked for TNT this season after being fired as president and head coach...
Kenyan documentary spotlights activist torn between family and struggle of activism
NAIROBI - Kenyan documentary “Softie” opens in 2013 with Njeri Mwangi standing in a doorway, light illuminating a sleepy toddler on her hip as her husband Boniface sieves buckets of...
Man charged with threatening to kidnap, kill Biden and Kamala Harris
A Maryland man "upset at the political situation" was charged by federal authorities with threatening to kidnap "Grandpa Biden" and rape his running mate, Sen. Kamala Harris, and then kill...
US overdose deaths appear to rise amid coronavirus pandemic
Matthew Davidson was beating his heroin addiction. The 31-year-old was attending group recovery meetings. He had a restaurant job he liked. He was a doting uncle to a baby nephew....
Vandals tag lawyer's home over NYC residents' bid to oust homeless
Vandals splattered the front of a prominent Manhattan lawyer's home with graffiti blaring, "Randy Mastro you can't displace us" and "F--k you Randy."
'Heartbroken' Ryan Fitzpatrick isn't taking benching for Tua well
The NFL world is salivating for Tua Tagovailoa's debut. Well, except Ryan Fitzpatrick. The veteran described his experience on Tuesday when he found out he was being benched as the...
Le Creuset kettles and cookware up to 30 percent off for extended Amazon sale
Le Creuset is continuing its exciting markdowns on Amazon following the brand’s major Prime Day deals. For the extended Amazon sale, you can enjoy up to 30% off some of...
Coronavirus spreads as fighting rages in Nagorno-Karabakh
STEPANAKERT, Nagorno-Karabakh — People who are sick with the coronavirus pack into chilly basements alongside the healthy to hide from artillery fire. The local health minister who tested positive keeps...
'Borat 2' review: Sacha Baron Cohen makes Rudy Giuliani a joke
“Borat Subsequent Moviefilm” is a decent movie, with the same old Borat.
Gov. Cuomo loosens COVID-19 restrictions in some NYC hot spots
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday announced the loosening of restrictions in some New York City coronavirus hot spots as he outlined new COVID-19 positivity thresholds for the color-coded cluster zones....
Is Pope Francis infallible? Internet demands to know after same-sex civil union support
Pope Francis appeared to break from the Roman Catholic Church when he came out in support of same-sex civil unions — sparking curiosity Wednesday about whether his beliefs could be...
Is Tiger Woods worth a bet in the ZOZO Championship?
The two-week swing through Las Vegas is over and the PGA Tour heads west to the suburbs of Los Angeles to play the ZOZO Championship, which is ordinarily held in...
Facebook is experimenting with a Nextdoor copycat app
Facebook is once again copying the features of another fast-growing social network. The Silicon Valley giant has rolled out a copycat of Nextdoor, which allows users to join neighborhood-based groups...
Disney's Bob Iger joins board of vegan dairy startup
Disney's Bob Iger is joining his first outside board of directors since stepping down from the Apple board 13 months ago. The Mouse House executive chairman and former CEO will...
Volunteer in AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine trial dies: officials
A Brazilian volunteer in the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine trial has died, health officials announced Wednesday. The Brazil National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) said it was notified Monday of the participant’s...
Passenger on Bronx MTA bus stabs rider for looking at wife: cops
The 31-year-old victim and the alleged attacker — along with his spouse — were at a Bx41 bus stop on Willis Avenue near East 149th Street in Mott Haven around...
Poll reveals how voters feel about Amy Coney Barrett's SCOTUS confirmation
WASHINGTON -- A slim majority of US voters support the confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett, President Trump's nominee to the Supreme Court, according to a new poll. The survey...
Missing pregnant woman found dead in boyfriend's freezer
A missing pregnant Texas woman's body was discovered stuffed in a freezer — and her boyfriend has been nabbed in the case, authorities said. Selena Ann Bradley, who was expecting...
House pests: Ex-Disney exec claims he has pandemic squatters in his mansion
A former Disney CFO says a couple used a legal loophole to squat in his $2.2 million Connecticut mansion — but the couple claims the castle was far from the...
NYC docs working with military to offer surgery to transgender troops
When plastic and craniofacial surgeon Dr. James Bradley started doing facial feminization surgeries in 2000, there was so little demand that he believed few people desired it.
These five people are allowed to tweet but one of America’s oldest newspapers can’t
Alexander Hamilton must be rolling over in his grave. The New York Post, one of America's oldest newspapers, founded by America's first monetary expert-turned pop culture icon, has been muzzled...
Lawmakers request Hunter Biden's Secret Service travel docs
WASHINGTON — Two Republican lawmakers leading the congressional probe into Hunter Biden’s overseas business dealings have asked the Secret Service to provide more records of his travel while his father...
Black bear kills dog in backyard during second attack in 2 years
Melinda Lebarron said she let her beloved pooch – also named Bear -- out of her Muncy Creek Township home late Saturday to roam in her backyard before the fatal...
Jets can trade Sam Darnold, hard to pass on 'monster' Trevor Lawrence: Joe Namath
Joe Namath doesn’t know what the Jets will do if they secure the No. 1 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, but the Super Bowl III MVP believes it...
Tory Burch takes up to 40 percent off apparel, shoes and accessories
Tory Burch is lauded for its classic statement pieces. And if you've been looking to add some great fall styles to your wardrobe, then its latest sale is where you...
Food for thought: Ex-US food inspectors warn UK about our meat
Two former US food inspectors are warning the UK to “not take our meat at any cost” – describing the effects that chemicals used to wash chickens had on their...
Sharon Osbourne opens up about suicide attempts: 'I didn't want to be here'
"I was just so depressed but I didn't understand I was depressed."
Ooh burn! New canned chili is made with the hottest pepper in the world
It's the hottest new product to spice up your pandemic lockdown. A canned chili made with the world’s top two spiciest peppers was released this week by the major US...
Kate Winslet gifted co-star a sex scene for her birthday
She ended her birthday with a bang.
NYPD searching for jewel thieves who took thousands in gunpoint robbery
A pair of masked gun-toting thieves netted thousands of dollars in jewelry from a Brooklyn store during a caught-on-camera stick-up last week, police said Wednesday. The duo entered J.R.C Jewelry...
DOE says top universities failed to report billions in foreign funds
Several top universities, including Cornell, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Georgetown, failed to report billions in foreign funds to US authorities, the Department of Education found. In a 34-page...
JC Penney sees bankruptcy protection exit by Christmas
JC Penney believes it will emerge from bankruptcy protection before Christmas under a new ownership agreement that would save tens of thousands of jobs. The beleaguered, century-old retailer said Wednesday...
Chicago Trump Tower dangler escapes ambulance during transfer
The man who dangled from the side of Chicago’s Trump Tower for 13 hours later escaped from an ambulance as he was transported to a hospital, the Chicago Police Department...
Florida man accused of drunkenly smashing yacht into other boats
A drunken Florida man who was trying to dock his 40-foot boat at a Sarasota marine pulled a “whiskey throttle” instead, sending the luxury craft crashing into several other vessels.
'Nodding woman' from Trump town hall shares hate mail
Miami lawyer Mayra Joli, the freshly famous "nodding woman" behind President Trump at last week's NBC News town hall, says her employees are being targeted with hate mail. "Nobody can...
Sam Darnold takes crucial step toward Jets return
Sam Darnold under center. Breshad Perriman and Denzel Mims out wide. Jamison Crowder in the slot. Chris Herndon at tight end. Mekhi Becton at left tackle as the offensive line’s...
Witch, please: Halloween in NYC will go on — but might look different
“Halloween is happening in New York City and it’s going to be safe in New York City,” de Blasio said during a City Hall press briefing.
Italy investigating why women’s names mark graves of aborted fetuses
ROME — Italian prosecutors and the government’s privacy watchdog are investigating how the names of women who miscarried or had abortions ended up on crosses over graves for the fetuses...
John Cusack reveals hilarious Michael Jordan-Kobe Bryant moment from final matchup
John Cusack said he can remember every game Michael Jordan has played, including his final match-up against the late Kobe Bryant. During a recent virtual appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live,"...
Aaron Rodgers can't put this rivalry behind him: 'Not a huge fan'
Aaron Rodgers was hoping to talk things out with Ndamukong Suh after Sunday's game in Tampa Bay. It turns out Suh may have only wanted to get face-to-face with the...
Woman charged with elderly dad's grisly dismemberment ducks prison time
A San Francisco woman won't serve any prison time for dismembering her elderly dad, whose severed head and other body parts were discovered in a refrigerator, a court ruled. Stephanie...
Kayaker stalked by giant great white shark: 'Holy s - - t!'
Matthew Smith wasn't the only one going fishing.
Connecticut officer fatally shot pit bull as it attacked woman
A Connecticut police officer saved a young woman's life from a vicious dog attack — fatally shooting the pit bull as it dragged her into a front yard, police said....
Actor Sam Elliott narrates Joe Biden political ad for World Series
Sam Elliott, the actor known for his roles in "A Star is Born," "Road House" and "The Big Lebowski," narrated in his distinctive cowboy drawl a patriotic ad for Democratic...
The Baker Mayfield compliment that made his wife snap: 'Stupid s--t'
Emily Mayfield has seen husband Baker take plenty of hits as the Browns quarterback, both on and off the field. Following Sunday's loss to AFC North rival Pittsburgh, in which...
'Leaving Neverland' sequel in legal war with MJ's estate
Director Dan Reed is fighting subpoenas served by the King of Pop's legacy companies.
Apollo board to probe Leon Black's ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Apollo Global Management's board of directors will probe billionaire CEO Leon Black's ties to pedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, the private equity firm announced Wednesday. A board committee has tapped the...
Endangered 'big baby' gorilla born via C-section at Boston zoo
Western lowland gorillas are critically endangered in the wild, primarily as a result of “disease and the bushmeat trade."
Parents suing NYC to force full reopening of public schools
A group of fed-up city parents have sued the city over the lack of full time education in the nation’s largest school system. The families, who filed the class action...
NFL could push Super Bowl to March
At least one high-ranking official with an NFL team is floating the possibility of pushing back Super Bowl 2021 by nearly a month if more games need to be postponed...
OxyContin maker to plead guilty to three criminal charges as part of $8.3B settlement
OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma will plead guilty to three criminal charges to settle a sweeping federal probe of its role in the opioid crisis in a deal that will also...
Blind Cuban piano tuner struggles to make ends meet amid pandemic
HAVANA - Flora Villareal, 67, part of a cohort of Cubans who graduated from an experimental piano tuning program for the blind and visually impaired in 1970, is still plying...
Coronavirus, election stress impacting nation's mental health, psychologists warn
The novel coronavirus and the upcoming election are threatening our nation’s mental health, a leading group of psychologists warned in a new report, adding that up to 8 in 10...
Best haunted houses from New Orleans to NYC
Good luck sleeping soundly in one of these haunted houses. Take a tour of 10 of the spookiest properties to hit the market in recent years, according to Top Ten...
Tiffany Trump makes rare campaign appearance for Pride event
Tiffany Trump, one of President Trump's five children, is making waves on the internet for her first solo appearance as a campaign surrogate. Trump, 27, appeared at a Trump Pride...
Jennifer Lawrence snags new NYC home for whopping sum
Lawrence bought one of two townhouse properties in the West Village residence.
Ex-Fox News anchor allegedly released explicit photos to shame rape accuser
A former Fox News anchor tried to "humiliate" and victim-shame an ex-staffer who is suing him for rape by releasing sexually explicit images and messages she allegedly sent him, her...
Man shot in Chelsea, seven others hurt in latest NYC gun violence
A 32-year-old man was wounded during an early morning shooting in Chelsea — one of eight people hurt in six separate incidents across the city Tuesday and Wednesday, according to...
Miss your dual-monitor setup? Then you need this portable touchscreen in your home workspace
There’s a lot to enjoy about working from home. For instance, rolling out of bed five minutes before your first meeting is a total plus — as is wearing sweatpants...
Make your smile sparkle with 60 percent off this at-home whitening system
Some things never fail to put an extra pep in your step—whether that’s a fresh haircut, perfectly applied makeup or a new work shirt. Another favorite? An ultra-white, sparkling smile....
'Arguably the best prospect in the world': 16-year-old shows off skills against NBA All-Star
Everyone knows The Greek Freak. Now meet The French Freak, Victor Wembanyama. A video from ESPN's Mike Schmitz of Wembanyama playing a game of 2-on-2 with NBA All-Star Rudy Gobert...
Nigerian officials open fire on protesters killing several, wounding dozens
Several people were shot dead and dozens wounded after Nigerian security forces opened fire at protesters Tuesday -- with a politician's family home then torched after he denied any fatalities,...
Netflix says COVID-19 won't delay most 2021 releases
Netflix said it has restarted production on some of its highest-profile shows, including the fourth season of the sci-fi series "Stranger Things" and season two of fantasy drama "The Witcher."
These gay penguins can't stop stealing other birds' eggs
Kidnappy feet. Fresh off their botched theft of a heterosexual penguin couple's eggs, opportunistic gay penguins in the Netherlands have now turned to snatching the potential offspring of lesbian birds....
11 Afghan women seeking visas to leave country killed in stampede
At least 11 women were trampled to death in Afghanistan and many more injured when a stampede broke out Wednesday in a soccer stadium where they were applying for visas...
Deepfake bot creating fake nudes of over 100K women on messaging app
A deepfake bot has used artificial intelligence to “undress” images of women on the messaging app Telegram, according to new research. Security specialist Sensity announced the research Tuesday, noting that...
Pompeo to host Azerbaijan, Armenia's foreign ministers amid ceasefires
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will host the foreign ministers of warring Armenia and Azerbaijan on Friday as efforts to maintain a ceasefire in the region continue to falter. Azerbaijan's...
Women allegedly drugged, robbed 10 men at Chicago bars
Two Milwaukee women are accused of drugging 10 men they met while out drinking at Chicago bars -- and robbing them of $85,000 in cash and other valuables while they...
Fantasy Football Week 7 Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em: D'Andre Swift, Jerick McKinnon
It’s Week 7 and it's difficult to believe we're already past the one-third mark of the 2020 NFL season. The Ravens, Colts, Dolphins and Vikings are all on bye this...
Billy Porter: I'm no 'magical Negro — the fairy sprinkling healing dust'
With his new HBO Max series "Equal," Porter is ready to "get in good trouble and fight the good fight."
Snap up 30 percent on advertising surge amid Facebook boycott
Investors sent shares of Snapchat’s parent company up nearly 30 percent on Wednesday after it said that advertisers have been snapping out of their coronavirus-induced comas and flocking to the...
Shocking new abuse allegations against hoops coach: 'Send him back to Africa'
As Wichita State investigates head basketball coach Gregg Marshall for allegations of physical and verbal abuse of student-athletes, former players from a previous coaching stop are reporting similar inappropriate actions....
Pope makes a call on same-sex unions in major shift from Vatican's position
Pope Francis has spoken up in defense of homosexual families and called for civil union laws for same-sex couples — a major shift in his position.
Man told neck pain was from Zoom calls gets devastating diagnosis
Gary Nelson was told his tumor was likely caused by radiotherapy treatment he received for a low-grade tumor as a child.
Mouthwash and oral rinses may combat coronavirus: study
Many mouthwashes inactivated 99% or more of the coronavirus.
Sharks in Southern California coastal waters gathering in record numbers
Marine researchers say there are more sharks in the ocean off Southern California now than ever before, according to reports. Dr. Chris Lowe, director of the Cal State Long Beach...
Mookie Betts' big World Series night was a Red Sox nightmare
The tacos won't be quite as crunchy in Boston. Mookie Betts, whose stolen bases earned the country free Taco Bell, starred in the Dodgers' 8-3 Game 1 World Series win...
NAACP president resigns following accusations of sexual abuse
An NAACP president in Oregon has resigned after 11 people accused him of sexual and psychological abuse while attending his church decades ago, the civil rights group said. Portland NAACP...
Charlamagne tha God: I understand why black voters are drawn to Trump
"The Breakfast Club" co-host Charlamagne tha God said some young black voters support President Trump because the Republican nominee courts them.
Whole Foods launches free one-hour grocery pickup at all US stores
Whole Foods is letting shoppers pick up grocery orders for free at all of its 487 US stores, parent company Amazon announced Wednesday. The perk is available for Amazon Prime...
Fauci may get chance to 'redeem' himself after terrible Opening Day pitch
Still smarting over his botched ceremonial pitch at the opening game between the Yankees and the Nationals, Dr. Anthony Fauci is open for a do-over at Citi Field, according to...
NYPD detective busted after crash following 'liquid lunch': sources
An NYPD detective was busted this week when he crashed into a security gate at the police academy following a "liquid lunch" with another cop, police sources said.
Schumer refuses to defend Feinstein as Dems call for her to be bumped
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer refused to defend Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Dianne Feinstein as consensus grows among Democrats against her leading the wildly influential panel. Speaking to reporters...
A pregnant Rose Leslie gets cozy before new film 'Death on the Nile'
There’s a change in Rose Leslie lately. Her husband’s noticed it: “He said, ‘Something’s different,’ ” the Scottish actress says. “I was like, ‘Yeah, I’m wearing foundation!’
GM unveils first electric Hummer 'supertruck' for $113,000
General Motors has resurrected its gas-guzzling Hummer SUV as an all-electric "supertruck" — souped up with high-tech features and a price to match. The Detroit automaker on Tuesday unveiled the...
Roger Clemens' 'bizarre' Mike Piazza bat throw is still shocking
Editor’s note: The 2000 World Series between the Yankees and Mets began 20 years ago Wednesday. On the anniversary, we look back at the series that captivated the city. You...
Fran Drescher on her new Lifetime holiday movie and sunny Malibu home
“I’m kind of an earth mother,” she says.
Kim Kardashian turns 40: Her outrageous style evolution
It’s almost impossible to remember a time when we weren’t keeping up with Kim Kardashian's style.
'Struggling' bar owner in Biden ad is actually wealthy 'angel investor'
A Michigan music venue owner featured in a Joe Biden ad campaign lamenting his struggles to survive during coronavirus restrictions is actually a wealthy tech investor -- who supported local...
Lindsey Vonn hits the beach in a bikini for her birthday vacation
It's Lindsey Vonn's birthday and she'll soak up the sun if she wants to.
Top Marine Corps general removed amid probe into use of N-word
A two-star Marine Corps general in charge of troops in Europe and Africa has been relieved of command amid an investigation into his alleged use of a racial slur, military...
UFC champ silenced Stephen A. Smith after Conor McGregor question
Khabib Nurmagomedov is the most dominant champion in UFC history – and might go down as the best fighter ever. But he’ll never be as a big a star as...
Biden: Sen. Johnson should be 'ashamed' for alleged corruption probe
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden said GOP Sen. Ron Johnson, whose committee investigated Hunter Biden's business dealings, should be "ashamed" for claiming that Biden and his son profited off the...
Man busted after boxcutter slashing at Brooklyn eatery
An unhinged man burst into a Brooklyn restaurant early Wednesday and slashed two workers in the neck with a boxcutter, police said.
The secrets behind Lily James' haunting costumes in 'Rebecca'
The 31-year-old beauty, currently at the center of a headline-grabbing sex scandal with actor Dominic West, 51, of "The Affair" fame, goes from frumpy to fabulous.
Fort Hood says Vanessa Guillen died 'in line of duty,' affords family benefits
Army Spc. Vanessa Guillén is considered to have died “in the line of duty” – allowing her family to receive certain military benefits, Fort Hood said in a statement.
Yankees’ Subway Series title was relief from playoff burden: Sherman
Editor’s note: The 2000 World Series between the Yankees and Mets began 20 years ago Wednesday. On the anniversary, we look back at the series that captivated the city. Maybe...
'The Crown' stars recreate notorious love triangle for Town & Country
Princess Diana: “There were three of us in this marriage.”
AstraZeneca's COVID vaccine trial may resume in the US this week
AstraZeneca may restart a key study of its coronavirus vaccine in the US this week after putting it on hold for more than a month, a new report says. The...
Sorority member put on probation after sharing post criticizing BLM
A University of Kansas sorority has put a member on probation for "unbecoming" behavior on social media -- for sharing a post criticizing Black Lives Matter. Sophomore Katherine Lauer shared...
Infant reportedly so badly beaten, doctors thought he was killed in crash
A Milwaukee man has been accused of beating his 4-month-old son so badly that the fatal injuries are similar to those suffered in a high-speed crash, according to a report....
What cop in Breonna Taylor incident says he would've done differently
One of the three Louisville cops involved in the botched raid that ended in the shooting death of Breonna Taylor said in a new interview that one of the things...
Subway Series stands alone in baseball lore 20 years later
Editor’s note: The 2000 World Series between the Yankees and Mets began 20 years ago Wednesday. On the anniversary, we look back at the series that captivated the city. The...
Officer Arik Matson home after gunshot to the head
"I'm very happy to be back in Minnesota." Wounded police officer Arik Matson gave his first radio dispatch after nearly 10 months in the hospital. Matson, 33, suffered a gunshot...
This Cody Bellinger home run celebration wasn't painful
Cody Bellinger’s days of locking arms with a teammate to celebrate a home run are likely over. When Bellinger homered in the fourth inning of Game 1 in the Dodgers-Rays...
Former NHL player apologizes to media: 'Sorry if I was a douche'
Todd Bertuzzi had some regrets about how he treated the media during his 18-year NHL career. "I was too hard, I told you guys, 'Sorry if I was a douche,...
Los Angeles man pleads guilty to fatally stabbing his 3 sons
A Los Angeles man was sentenced to more than 75 years in prison after pleading guilty to stabbing his three sons to death in the back of an SUV. Luiz...
NASA lands craft on asteroid that may hold building blocks of life
A NASA spacecraft on Tuesday touched down on an asteroid that scientists believe could hold the building blocks of life. The craft, OSIRIS-REx, successfully landed on the asteroid dubbed "Bennu"...
Another NFL team can have fans at games
NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Saints will start having fans in the stands for home games after the mayor agreed with the team on a phased plan starting Sunday...
Iowa man accused of biting off another man's nose in wild fight arrested
An Iowa man is accused of biting off a man’s nose in a wild fight that turned violent after the two were kicked out of a bar, a report said....
AOC's debut Twitch stream quickly becomes one of platform's most-viewed
Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ilhan Omar attracted an audience of nearly half a million people Tuesday night by playing the viral video game Among Us on Twitch — one of...
The Rays went old school and it cost them dearly
ARLINGTON, Texas — Good news for the old school: The Rays, playing their first World Series game in 12 years, let their starting pitcher work long enough to reach a...
Dodgers star takes big step toward erasing past playoff flops
ARLINGTON, Texas — Toward the tail end of this unprecedented baseball season, on a night that made history merely by its location, the most familiar and accomplished guy on the...
Long Island legislator allegedly tried to trade pills for sex, report says
A Long Island politician and renowned physician was arrested for trying to trade pills for sexual favors, authorities said Wednesday. Dr. William Spencer, a legislator for Suffolk County’s 18th District...
Pat Robertson predicts Trump will win election before asteroid strikes earth
Televangelist Pat Robertson predicted on Tuesday that President Trump will win the election, followed by mass civil unrest and then a potentially world-ending asteroid strike. “First of all, I want...
Obama urges voters to turn out for Joe Biden in new video ad
Former President Barack Obama got on the virtual stump for Joe Biden on Tuesday, urging his supporters to turn out for his former vice president in an election he called...