November 30, 2020
16-year-old student abruptly dies of COVID-19-related illness
A 16-year-old Wisconsin high school student abruptly died over Thanksgiving break of a coronavirus-related illness, his family and school officials announced. Isai Morocho, a junior at East High School in...
NFL teammates suspended for same PEDs
Two Houston Texans have been suspended for six games for violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing substances. Receiver Will Fuller and cornerback Bradley Roby were both suspended Monday for the...
The skinny on every Knick in training camp
The 2020-21 NBA training camp is upon us. Here is a look at the Knicks roster to date. RJ Barrett SG, Age: 20, 6'7", 200 pounds Barrett’s efficiency numbers were...
Seton Hall spoils Rick Pitino's Iona debut after early scare
Eventually, the cream rose. The power-conference team started playing like one. Iona wasn’t going to pull off a stunner in Rick Pitino’s return to college basketball. It wasn’t going to...
No charges to be filed in death of Cornell freshman 'hazed' at frat party
No criminal charges will be filed in the death of a Cornell University freshman whose body was found in an Ithaca gorge last year after a frat party where he...
Jets' weird play-calling saga takes another Adam Gase twist
The great play-calling controversy continued Monday with Jets coach Adam Gase providing more clarity than he did Sunday about who was calling the plays. It appeared that Gase had taken...
Amazon delivery driver saves elderly man from burning Florida house
He really delivered. An Amazon delivery driver in Florida pulled an elderly man from a burning house, possibly saving his life. Sean Campbell dropped his packages and ran toward the...
How NYC restaurateurs press ahead despite COVID-19 restrictions
Welcome to our grand opening — and yes, we will probably be shutting down soon. A handful of New York City restaurateurs recently have been opening new eateries, even as...
Giants embrace new quarterback reality: 'Gonna do his thing'
No one roots for injuries, but you can envision the rest of the NFC East taking a look at the Giants and thinking “Well, how do you like it now?’’...
Leon Rose's grand Knicks roster plans went up in flames
Since being hired away from Creative Artists Agency in March, Knicks president Leon Rose has done some nice things. Rose hired respected scouts, an NBA mover and shaker named William...
Thief steals car tire, swaps it with frozen turkey
That’s a fowl move. A suspect stole a Milwaukee man’s car tire last Monday and left the vehicle propped atop a frozen turkey. "I’ve never seen anything like this before,"...
Sermon for whites to wash away ‘Original Sin’ is misguided gospel of anti-racism
In the aftermath of George Floyd’s death in police custody last May, millions of Americans have been asking the question: How do we best fight racism? Books that give a...
Southern District of New York suspends in-person proceedings due to COVID-19
The federal court that covers Manhattan, the Bronx and several other New York counties will suspend in-person proceedings starting Tuesday as the coronavirus pandemic rages on. Chief Judge Colleen McMahon...
This is what the Nets have waited for
The Nets start arguably the most highly anticipated — and clearly the strangest — training camp in their history Tuesday. With Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving in the mix, championship...
Defiant NYC bar in COVID-19 hotspot closes for TV spot as people bang on door for drinks
The Staten Island bar owner who has defied COVID-19 restrictions kept his business' doors locked on Monday so he could appear in an interview on the "Tucker Carlson Tonight" show...
Here comes the hard part for Clint Frazier
Promises to players aren’t made by smart GMs and managers in December. However, it would be naïve to think that, whenever the 2021 season tips off, Clint Frazier won’t be...
Giants may have perfect answer for Daniel Jones' absence
In the eyes of another career backup quarterback, Colt McCoy checks the two most important boxes for the position. “I’ve always felt that being able to come on the field...
St. John's survives roller-coaster performance to stay unbeaten
At its best, Mike Anderson’s relentless uptempo style of play is known as “40 minutes of hell.” This was more like a roller coaster. Fortunately for St. John’s, it survived....
Mets should keep pitcher despite disastrous season
For just a moment, forget the Steven Matz who, over five years ago now, enjoyed the best debut in Flushing since the Beatles played Shea Stadium in 1965. Forever, forget...
Father, two young children killed by suspected drunk driver
A father and two of his children were killed by a suspected drunk driver in California last Friday after leaving a family member's house. Tavea Tarlton, 31, was driving his...
Democrats' supermajority in the state Senate is terrible news for NY's economy
Beware Dems’ new Albany supermajorities As if a second COVID wave weren’t enough, New York’s prospects for economic recovery will face new headwinds — from Albany. When most of a...
Tom Thibodeau hasn't seen anything like this Knicks task
The first time Tom Thibodeau opened a debut training camp was 10 years ago, and he knew exactly what he would be walking into on Sept. 27, 2010, at the...
Newly leaked documents reveal how China bungled COVID-19's early days
A trove of newly leaked documents detail how China bungled its handling of the pandemic's early days -- including lowballing COVID-19 data and taking weeks to diagnose new cases, according...
Is NYC's Department of Education trying to sabotage Catholic schools?
Last week, Justice Wayne Ozzi of the state Supreme Court delivered a clear message to the New York City Department of Education: When it comes to health and safety, and...
Amusement parks may be worst victims of Cuomo's arbitrary pandemic rules
Even as New York restaurants, gyms, barbershops and bowling alleys got to reopen with various restrictions, amusement parks have been left out in the cold. They’ve given up hope for...
Trump's 'fraud' charges run real risk of costing GOP Senate runoffs in Georgia
‘If voters believe the game is rigged, why should they bother playing?’ President Trump and his supporters have reason to be sore about how they’ve been treated. But their anger...
Jets sticking with Sam Darnold in his likely final stand
Jets quarterback Sam Darnold struggled in his return Sunday, but don’t expect a change at the position this season. On Monday, coach Adam Gase backed Darnold, who threw two interceptions...
De Blasio's school-reopening rules make some sense — but took painfully long time
Mayor Bill de Blasio’s latest turnaround on school closures seems a plus — but the chaos has left many parents frustrated, furious and downright dizzy. After abruptly closing schools Nov....
Scott Atlas resigns as Trump COVID-19 adviser
Dr. Scott Atlas, President Trump's controversial special adviser on the coronavirus pandemic, resigned on Monday, according to a report. Atlas was serving on the White House coronavirus task force on...
Biden's push for compromise on relief bill means Cuomo, de Blasio won't get bailouts
In a fresh sign that Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Mayor Bill de Blasio won’t be getting the vast federal bailouts they’ve been hoping for, President-to-be Joe Biden is reportedly pushing...
US boaters detained for accidentally sailing into British Virgin Islands seas
Four Americans claim they are being held like "hostages" in a British Virgin Islands hotel room after they accidentally sailed into the territory's waters -- breaking rules that prohibit US...
Seattle homicides highest in over a decade as council cuts police budget
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan plans to sign a new city budget that will reduce the police budget by 18% despite homicides reaching record highs not seen in a decade. Council...
Steve Cohen sends striking Mets message: 'Who wants them'
Steve Cohen set high expectations when he said he would be disappointed if the Mets didn’t win a World Series title in the next three to five years. And the...
Orlando cop charged with breaking into ex-fiancée’s home
An off-duty officer with the Orlando Police Department was arrested Monday for allegedly breaking into his ex-fiancée’s apartment as she was with another man, a new report said. Ahmad Abu-Soud,...
A new Wall Street power player takes shape in White House
Forget "Government Sachs" -- it's BlackRock that's shaping up to become Wall Street's new elephant inside the White House. President-elect Joe Biden is raising eyebrows with chatter that he's poised...
Ice-T's struggling father-in-law no longer a COVID-19 denier
Ice-T is coming at us with a SVU: A Scary Virus Update.
NFL's cursed game loses to a Christmas tree
The Ravens-Steelers game went from a prime-time Thanksgiving kickoff to being scheduled for 3:40 p.m. on a Wednesday. The NFL has never played a game at this time, but the...
Fantasy football handcuffing needs overhaul in 2020
It seems impossible that the NFL season is already on the cusp of Week 13, which marks the final week of the fantasy regular season in most leagues. So time...
Man allegedly pummeled by Meryl Streep's nephew in road-rage beatdown speaks out
The nephew of Meryl Streep, Charles Streep was arrested in August for second-degree assault and second-degree strangulation of David Peralta-Mera during an apparent road rage incident in East Hampton.
Zappos CEO's cause of death revealed
Former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh died from complications of smoke inhalation after being pulled from a house fire in Connecticut, medical examiners have determined. His death was ruled an accident,...
DOJ releases Flynn pardon document, moves to drop case
The Justice Department on Monday moved to dismiss the criminal case against former White House national security advisor Michael Flynn and released the text of President Trump's Wednesday pardon order....
No easy return to Iran deal and other commentary
Liberal: No Easy Return to Iran Deal The New York Times’ Thomas L. Friedman warns Joe Biden, “This is not the Middle East you left four years ago.” President Trump’s...
'Falcon Crest' star Abby Dalton dead at 88
Abby Dalton, an actress known for her work on "Falcon Crest," died last week. She was 88.
St. John's University taps ex-Providence College head as new president
St. John's University tapped the Rev. Brian Shanley -- the former long-time head of Providence College -- to lead the New York Catholic institution amid the coronavirus pandemic. “I have...
For the love of God, fire Adam Gase already
We’ve reached the “What’s the point?’’ phase of Adam Gase’s employment with the Jets. It’s time for the Jets to let Gase go. Today. Some Jets fans would argue that...
The massive question surrounding LeBron
The calendar flips to December on Tuesday, and with it begins NBA training camps. It’s been an unusual year for the league — from the pandemic pushing the NBA Finals...
From Mariah Carey to 'Peanuts,' must-watch 2020 holiday specials
December is here, and that means a full platter of holiday viewing on your TV menu.
Touching photo shows Texas doc hugging elderly COVID-19 patient on Thanksgiving
A touching photo captured the moment a Texas doctor tried to comfort an elderly COVID-19 patient on Thanksgiving Day. The emotional now-viral snapshot shows dedicated Dr. Joseph Varon hugging his...
Brutal winds batter NYC, bring down scaffolding
Brutal gusts lashed the five boroughs Monday, flattening some scaffolding in the Bronx after the The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory in New York City. The sidewalk shed...
Universal Standard takes up to 50 percent off select styles for Cyber Monday
Universal Standard is a brand dedicated to making women feel amazing. And now its bringing even more good vibes to your wardrobe by extending its Black Friday sale. For the...
Pandemic-battered Fifth Avenue finally gets some good news
Diamonds are forever on Fifth Avenue, where big moves by premier gem house Harry Winston will soon put glitter back into the pandemic-battered shopping corridor. In a major breakthrough for...
Another mysterious monolith appears — in Romania!
Another mysterious monolith has surfaced in Romania, days after one vanished without a trace in the Utah desert. The shiny triangular metallic pillar was found a few yards away from...
Wisconsin certifies Joe Biden victory after partial recount
Wisconsin officials on Monday certified President-elect Joe Biden's win after a partial recount added 87 votes to the Democrat's narrow margin. Ann Jacobs, the Democratic chairwoman of the Wisconsin Elections...
NFL game postponed again after players threaten strike
Welcome to Wednesday Afternoon Football. The NFL has pushed back its Week 12 game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers to 3:40 p.m., marking the game's third postponement...
BTS 'Dynamite' costumes set to fetch thousands at music charity auction
“This is the first time that BTS has ever sold any costumes.”
Spanish police make huge drug haul after high-speed boat chase
Police in Spain seized two tons of drugs after a wild hours-long high-speed chase in the Mediterranean Sea. Spain’s National Police on Saturday released a video of the bust, which happened last week....
Captivating video captures fish being chased off the Rockaways
A stunning new aerial video shows a school of bunker fish seemingly dancing in the waters off of the Rockaways -- as they're pursued by sharks. The footage, posted on...
Broncos' COVID-19 quarterback fiasco appears to be ending
The Denver Broncos are hoping their quarterback disaster could be over after one week. The Broncos had no new positive tests for COVID-19 out of Sunday’s testing, according to ESPN’s...
Mystery as hundreds of birds kill themselves flying into Chinese apartment block
Hundreds of ‘kamikaze’ birds are being found dead outside a Chinese apartment block every day – baffling boffins. The battered corpses of cute, but timid, waxwings are piling up in...
Wipe out! Wild video shows cyclist knocked over by Lake Michigan waves
Cowa-bungle! A Chicago cyclist briefly turned surfer Monday after being hit by a wild wave on the city's lakefront bike path. Video captured by ABC7 Chicago Monday morning showed the...
The Mets' biggest failure in early days of Steve Cohen: Sherman
This will become secondary once the Mets sign Trevor Bauer or J.T. Realmuto or George Springer or some combination of all three. Because fans care about players — notably star...
Democrats bolster super majority in NY Senate with win in Syracuse
Democrats in the New York state Senate appear to have bolstered their super majority, claiming Monday that their candidate in Syracuse captured the party's 43rd seat in the 63-seat chamber....
Mets make sudden change to coaching staff
While Luis Rojas survived the Mets’ ownership change, his top lieutenant will not be as fortunate. An industry source confirmed that Hensley Meulens, the Mets’ bench coach in 2020, will...
Dyson's best Cyber Monday 2020 deals on vacuums, Airwraps, fans, more
Whether you're looking for a cordless Dyson vacuum, a long-lasting fan or even the oh-so-popular Dyson Airwrap hairstyling tool, we've searched the internet high and low to find the best...
NBA's Steph Curry to create new brand with Under Armour
NBA star Stephen Curry is set to launch a new line of sports apparel on Tuesday called "Curry Brand" with longtime retail partner Under Armour. Curry Brand will include footwear,...
Disturbing details emerge in death of social media influencer
Dead Instagram influencer Alexis Sharkey's body was found naked just three miles from the home from which she went missing the day after Thanksgiving, it was revealed Monday. The 26-year-old...
Anti-terror attack armor on NYC bridge 'hanging by straps'
Metal-and-concrete shields that are supposed to protect the Kosciuszko Bridge from terrorists are being held together by nylon straps -- following claims that the job was botched by an allegedly...
Giuliani associate pleads not guilty to bilking investors
Rudy Giuliani associate Lev Parnas pleaded not guilty Monday to swindling millions from investors in his company Fraud Guarantee. Parnas and two co-defendants, Igor Fruman and Andrey Kukushkin, also pleaded...
Who was Diego Maradona? Inside the soccer icon's life, death, and career
Diego Maradona died last week of a heart attack at the age of 60. The Argentinian soccer legend is one of the more intriguing sporting figures of our generation. Early...
Tom Brady is 'picking the plays' amid tension with head coach
Bruce Arians’ play-calling and his working relationship with Tom Brady have come into question in recent weeks, but the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ head coach insists the team’s offense is built...
San Francisco imposes new COVID-19 lockdown measures
San Francisco’s surge in coronavirus cases placed the city back in the state’s most restrictive “purple tier,” signaling new rules starting Monday, Mayor London Breed announced on Twitter Saturday. A...
Third-generation NYPD cop hangs up his hat after nearly 40 years
NYPD Detective John McAuliffe couldn't make it one block in his East Village precinct without being greeted by a familiar face. A third-generation cop, the 59-year-old detective's family gave a...
Schlong story short, this phallus statue has gone missing
BERLIN — Police in southern Germany have opened an investigation into the disappearance of a large wooden sculpture of a phallus from a mountainside where it appeared without explanation several...
NHL star's Jake Paul challenge turns into Twitter beef with hockey rival
San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane wants next, but he may have got more than he bargained for. After YouTube personality Jake Paul defeated former Knicks star Nate Robinson in the...
Listen to Episode 52 of 'Gang's All Here': The Sam Darnold Era Looks Over feat. Mike DeVito
The Jets are now 0-11. Sam Darnold is regressing as a quarterback. Adam Gase is talking in circles in the postgame press conference. What can go wrong for the Jets...
Sleepy toddler dragged by dad off ski slopes
This kid is ready for après ski. Watch the funny moment a father was forced to drag his sleepy son by the straps on his back after a long day...
More affordable Alzheimer's blood test now available, despite concerns
A first-of-its-kind blood test for Alzheimer's disease is now on sale, signaling a potential breakthrough for patients but also raising concerns. The test from C2N Diagnostics of St. Louis determines...
Macy's $20 comforter is Cyber Monday 2020's best bedding deal by far
Sleep soundly, knowing you scored a brand-new comforter for just $20.
Nxivm leader reportedly thinks he'll be killed in prison
Nxivm sex-cult leader Keith Raniere says he's as good as dead when he's transferred to prison, according to a report. Raniere — who was sentenced to 120 years in prison last...
Cyber Monday 2020: Improve DIY life with this Kickstarter-funded digital ruler
Over the past decade, we have upgraded a lot of traditional, mundane items. When you take out the trash, for example, you can let your super-smart bin change the bag...
MTA closes Verrazzano Bridge amid wild winds and rain
MTA bridge officials instituted the full closure of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge at 2:30 p.m., an MTA spokesman said.
Vietnam steps up online crackdown, jailed activists at record high: Amnesty
HANOI - The number of political prisoners in Vietnam has reached its highest on record, according to a tally by Amnesty International, which in a report on Tuesday accused Facebook...
Save over 60 percent on this retro gaming console for Cyber Monday
Don’t you miss the good ol’ days? The days when you would rush home from school, throw your backpack on the floor, and challenge your sibling to a round of Donkey...
Arizona certifies Joe Biden win by 10,457 votes
Arizona officials on Monday certified President-elect Joe Biden as winner of the state's 11 electoral votes. Biden won the state by just 10,457 votes out of about 3.4 million ballots cast,...
Cuomo Unmasked: Gov, top aides brief reporters indoors without face coverings
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday crowed to reporters that his push for mask-wearing helped curb New York’s COVID-19 cases — while his tone-deaf panel of aides sat in the closed...
Best Buy's Cyber Monday sale has some of the best tech deals of 2020
Looking for great deals from Best Buy's Cyber Monday 2020 sale? Our list includes discounts on Samsung TVs, Apple iPads, Canon Cameras, Microsoft laptops and more.
Cyber Monday 2020: Save 94 percent on this epic bundle of Mac apps
For Cyber Monday, you could bring home an Amazon Alexa or a classic e-reader—or you could score an incredible collection of top-rated Mac apps at a huge discount. Right now,...
Biden pick spread conspiracy theory about Trump's 2016 win
Neera Tanden, Joe Biden's new appointee as director of the Office of Management and Budget, spread baseless conspiracy theories after the 2016 election insisting Hillary Clinton lost to President Trump...
Coach Outlet takes up to 70 percent off sitewide for Cyber Monday sale
There's nothing like the timeless style of a Coach Outlet bag. And if you've been looking to score some exciting deals on the beloved brand, then Coach Outlet's Cyber Monday...
Are these the cheapest apartments for sale in NYC?
Prices in the 38-unit building range from a $60,000 studio — which the site lists as the city’s cheapest apartment — to a $75,000 one-bedroom.
Pregnant mom who disappeared on Thanksgiving found dead
A young pregnant woman in Missouri who was reported missing on Thanksgiving has been found dead, police and her family said. The body of Amethyst J. Killian, 22, of St....
#Twerkgate: Restaurant owner orders dancing women to 'get the f--k' out
“All this twerking s--t, don’t bring it here because we’re a restaurant.”
Coronavirus cancels Christmas markets in Europe
BERLIN — The European plazas where people would usually gather at crowded stalls to partake in hot mulled wine, gingerbread, sausages and other delicacies are just empty squares. Christmas markets,...
Nike, Coca-Cola, others reportedly lobbying against Uighur Chinese labor bill
Lobbyists trying to weaken the bill say they condemn the use of forced labor and the acts of cruelty on groups like the Uighurs in Xinjiang but the legislation could...
Nearly 90 million workers weeks away from losing paid COVID leave
Nearly 90 million workers could be just a month away from losing access to paid leave programs that helped slow the coronavirus' spread, a new report says. The Families First...
Texas man sentenced for 'edgy' Federal Reserve bomb threat
A 19-year-old Texas man was slapped with a two-year prison sentence Monday for threatening to blow up the Federal Reserve in a Twitter post, federal prosecutors announced. Joel Hayden Schrimsher...
8 people shot across New York City on bloody Sunday, Monday
Eight people were shot across the city -- including two teens -- on a bloody Sunday and Monday, cops said. Most recently, a 29-year-old man was blasted in the lower...
Jared Kushner returns to Saudi Arabia in bid to end Qatar feud
President Trump's son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner will visit Saudi Arabia and Qatar this week in an attempt to end a 3½-year diplomatic crisis between the oil-rich kingdoms. A source...
Nike's 9 best Cyber Monday 2020 deals on shoes, workout clothes, more
Just do it. And by "it," we mean shop the flash Cyber Monday sale at Nike, where fan-favorite apparel, sneakers, accessories and more are now 25% off.
Giants avoid worst-case scenario with Daniel Jones
The Giants could breathe easier Monday knowing their starting quarterback avoided a long-term hamstring injury. But they cannot wave a magic wand and instantly heal Daniel Jones, which is why...
FCC chair Ajit Pai will step down day Joe Biden is inaugurated
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai, who helped undo net neutrality rules, said he will step down on Jan. 20, the day President-elect Joe Biden is inaugurated. “It has been...
Two-way Verrazzano Bridge tolls return Tuesday for first time in 35 years
For the first time in 35 years, drivers will be tolled in both directions on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge starting Tuesday. Cars with an E-ZPass will be charged $6.12 in either...
Kentucky police officer arrested after firing shots at deputy
An off-duty police officer was arrested in Kentucky for firing shots at a local sheriff's deputy, authorities said. Jessie Pollitt, 28, a Maysville police officer, opened fire on a Fleming...
Feds to slap accuracy warning on US jobless claim reports
The US Department of Labor will add an accuracy warning to its weekly unemployment reports after a federal watchdog found flaws in how the figures were reported. The agency's closely...
UK senior, 83, jailed for playing loud classical music dies in custody
An 83-year-old man who was jailed in the UK for playing classical music too loudly has died behind bars, according to authorities. Ian Trainer was locked up in June for...
Why this arm injury is a red flag for 'intimate' domestic violence
"I never correlated it with intimate partner violence until recently," Dr. Bharti Khurana said. Homelessness was also associated with such fractures.
Google's DeepMind AI cracks 50-year-old riddle in major scientific breakthrough
Artificial intelligence has helped to solve a 50-year-old riddle that could lead to faster virus treatments and medicinal discoveries. The "protein folding problem" has baffled scientists for decades because there...
Struggling Eagles, Seahawks defense meeting at right time for bettors
The Seattle Seahawks (7-3 straight up; 6-4 against the spread) come into Monday night fresh with 10 days in between games after defeating Arizona, 28-21, on Nov. 19. They were...
NYC's seven-day COVID-19 infection rate highest since June
New York City’s COVID-19 infection rate on a seven-day average has ticked above 4 percent for the first time in several months, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Monday.
Matthew Stafford question looms over NFL offseason: 'Move on'
Detroit Lions principal owner Sheila Ford Hamp made sweeping changes Saturday, firing general manager Bob Quinn and head coach Matt Patricia with her 4-7 team in last place in the...
Oregon man pleads not guilty to killing black teen over loud music
Robert Paul Keegan, 47, of Talent, entered the plea Friday to charges including second-degree murder in the fatal Nov. 23 shooting of 19-year-old Aidan Ellison, according to the Jackson County...
Malaria death toll to exceed COVID-19's in sub-Saharan Africa: WHO
LONDON - Deaths from malaria due to disruptions during the coronavirus pandemic to services designed to tackle the mosquito-borne disease will far exceed those killed by COVID-19 in sub-Saharan Africa,...
European Space Agency to launch 'space claw' to clean up junk orbiting Earth
The European Space Agency will send a suicide robot "space claw" to clear the atmosphere of cosmic waste by gripping defunct satellites and steer them back into Earth's atmosphere, where...
Scientists virtually discover tiny gelatinous underwater species
They caught this bitty blob on camera.
Homeless man punched, dragged off train by NYPD has charges dropped
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office declined to comment on the dismissal last week of the remaining resisting arrest charge against Joseph Troiano, 30, who was slapped in cuffs May 25...
Stocks tumble at end of record-setting month on Wall Street
US stocks tumbled Monday as investors closed out a record-setting month by locking in some profits. The Dow Jones industrial average slid as much as 446.73 points, or about 1.5...
Melania Trump unveils White House Christmas decorations
First lady Melania Trump has decked the halls for the holiday season. Trump unveiled the theme of this year's White House Christmas decorations: "America the Beautiful," chosen to honor "the...
TSA screens highest number of travelers since pandemic started
More than one million people passed through US airports post-Thanksgiving on Sunday -- marking the busiest travel day since the pandemic began, officials said.
Hawaii seeks to be seen as remote workplace with a view
HONOLULU — Software engineer Raymond Berger begins his work day at 5 a.m., before the sun comes up over Hawaii. Rising early is necessary because the company he works for...
St. John's scrambles for games amid college hoops chaos
St. John's hasn't been forced to pause its season yet due to COVID-19, but its schedule has been impacted already. Sunday's home game against Sacred Heart and Tuesday's contest with...
China sanctions top US officials for promoting democracy in Hong Kong
China has sanctioned top officials at two US bodies that promote democracy worldwide for "blatantly" meddling in matters concerning Hong Kong, the Communist Chinese Party announced Monday. John Knaus, senior...
Volcano eruption forces thousands to flee in Indonesia
JAKARTA - A volcano in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province erupted on Sunday, spewing ash and smoke as high as four kilometers into the sky and forcing more than 2,700...
Coronavirus sinks another NYC tradition
The "Polar Bears" will be hibernating this New Year's Day.
Baker Mayfield has a 'f--king cute' moment during Browns win
The Browns squeaked out with a 27-25 win over the Jaguars on Sunday, but quarterback Baker Mayfield scored the title of trash-talking MVP. As Jacksonville's defensive shifted at the line...
5,000 Alabama students haven’t shown up for any sort of class
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Preliminary reports indicate that more than 5,000 Alabama public school students haven’t shown up for any sort of classes, virtual or in-person, state Education Superintendent Eric Mackey...
De Blasio says most lower-grade NYC schools will be able to reopen full time
Currently, a total of 335,000 kids are enrolled in the Department of Education's blended learning format that has kids alternate between remote and classroom instruction.
We should've known Jets' Adam Gase era was doomed from the start
The Jets lost to the Dolphins 20-3 on Sunday, falling to 0-11 this season. Here are some thoughts and observations from the game: 1. There are so many damning things...
Bride reportedly fakes cancer, shaves head to get friends to donate money
A British bridezilla took wedding planning to a new low by shaving her head and faking terminal cancer to dupe her friends into donating more than $11,000 for her dream...
Bitcoin surges to all-time high as it nears $20,000
The price of Bitcoin hit a new all-time high on Monday as investors increasingly scoop up risky assets amid the topsy-turvy pandemic economy. The controversial cryptocurrency's value hit an all-time...
IT Cosmetics eyeliners and brow products on sale for Ulta’s Cyber Monday 2020
You can enjoy some serious savings on It Cosmetics' popular eyebrow products and eyeliners during Ulta’s exciting Cyber Monday sale. The brand is following up its Black Friday sale by...
Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt backs new European venture fund
Former Google boss Eric Schmidt has just plowed cash into a British-based venture capital fund. The 65-year-old tech billionaire, who is finalizing a plan to become a citizen of the...
NYC congestion pricing tolls may start as late as 2023
It may be another two years before New York City can toll downtown Manhattan car trips, according to the MTA. Originally scheduled to start in January, the MTA's congestion pricing...
Chuck Grassley returns to Senate after finishing COVID-19 quarantine
Sen. Chuck Grassley said Monday that he returned to the Senate following his quarantine after he tested positive for the coronavirus earlier this month. The 87-year-old Iowa Republican, who said...
Inside the wild few days at Utah's mysterious monolith
Monolith planking. Helicopters full of YouTubers. Confused government officials. One of the first intrepid visitors to visit the metallic monolith that was discovered in the Utah desert described the whirlwind...
Exotic birds stolen from California zoo in overnight caper
Two elderly exotic birds in need of special care were stolen from a California zoo during a bold overnight heist, officials said. The hunt is on for a suspect who...
Ex-con Felicity Huffman scores first acting role after prison stint
She caught her prison break.
Twitter flags 'sensitive' image from China official after The Post's inquiry
Twitter on Monday flagged as "sensitive" — but not fake — a phony image of an Australian soldier beheading an Afghan child shared by a Chinese Communist Party official, after...
Whole Foods CEO condemns socialism as 'trickle-up poverty'
Whole Foods CEO John Mackey urged his fellow corporate leaders to join him in beating back the rising tide of socialism — an ideology he fears will plunge the world...
Uncomfortable question sends Tom Brady bolting out of press conference
A Category 5 storm is brewing in Tampa between Bruce Arians and Tom Brady. The six-time Super Bowl champion abruptly exited the Buccaneers' postgame press conference just 2 minutes and...
New York Road Runners CEO steps down amid 'racist work culture' allegations
The CEO of New York Road Runners, the nonprofit behind the New York City Marathon, is stepping down amid organization-wide allegations of racism and sexism and calls for his removal....
Afghan female artist breaks tattoo taboo in Kabul studio
KABUL - Soraya Shahidy carefully lays a stencil on Nargis Merzayi’s arm before inking the latest tattoo in her salon in Afghanistan’s capital Kabul. A normal routine in studios around...
OPEC expected to cut oil production as COVID-19 reduces demand
The OPEC nations, led by Saudi Arabia, must reach agreement among its members and those in the group known as OPEC Plus led by Russia.
At least 11 wounded in shooting at Mississippi biker club
At least 11 people were injured when a shooting broke out at a biker club over the weekend in Mississippi, officials said. The gunfire erupted around 1:30 a.m. Sunday at...
Ice Age art discovered in Amazon rainforest: 'Sistine Chapel of the ancients'
The find has been dubbed "the Sistine Chapel of the ancients."
Looking for air fryer Cyber Monday deals? We found the best for you
Take a look at the air fryers on sale for Cyber Monday and start cooking up some ideas for what you'll air fry first.
New Jersey rapper Tripple Beanz's fatal shooting caught on camera
The 29-year-old Tripple Beanz, whose real name was Corey Thompson, was shot dead on the 300 block of Avon Avenue in New Jersey's largest city just before 1 p.m. Friday.
Gov. Cuomo: NY hospitals close to staffing shortages as COVID-19 cases surge
New York is dangerously close to overwhelming its hospital system with new COVID-19 cases — and preparing to recruit retired doctors and nurses to the front lines again, Gov. Andrew...
Alexis Sharkey, missing Houston Instagram influencer, found dead
Houston-based Instagram influencer Alexis Sharkey has been found dead after going missing over the Thanksgiving holiday, according to her family. “It’s with deeply broken hearts that Mike and I want...
Music festivals offer to help Belgium’s vaccination campaign
BRUSSELS — With nothing on their agendas for months to come, music festival organizers in Belgium want to use their know-how to help the country’s coronavirus vaccination campaign. The Belgian...
Giants are about to find out how the rest of NFC East lives
No one roots for injuries, but you can envision the rest of the NFC East taking a look at the Giants and thinking, “Well, how do you like it now?’’...
Dead pig found on doorstep of NJ rabbi's home in apparent bias crime: cops
A dead pig was left on the doorstep of a New Jersey rabbi over the Jewish Sabbath -- an incident that's being probed as an apparent bias crime, police told...
Pope Francis cancels pre-Christmas ceremony due to COVID-19
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Pope Francis has canceled a ceremony that has been held since 1953 to mark the beginning of Rome’s Christmas season, the Vatican said Monday.
Congress returns to work with COVID-19 relief bill hanging in the balance
Congress returns to work Monday in Washington for a final pre-Christmas stretch of legislating before the holidays but remains no closer to passing broadly supported COVID-19 pandemic relief items, such...
Twitter trend blasts exes for 'worst relationships' using zodiac signs
Dissing on a star: Geminis are taking a viral beating thanks to this social media craze.
NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio's plea: Stay away from Rockefeller Christmas tree
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio on Monday urged people not to visit the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, as the city unveiled new restrictions on access to the iconic...
Speeding driver critically hurt, passenger killed in Queens crash
A speeding driver is clinging to life and his passenger is dead after their car slammed into a Belt Parkway overpass support pillar in Queens late Sunday, authorities said. The...
Brits who refuse COVID-19 vaccine may be denied entry to restaurants, bars
No coronavirus vaccine, no service? Brits could soon be denied entry to restaurants, bars, movie theaters and sporting events if they refuse to get a COVID-19 vaccine, a top official...
NJ indoor high-school, other youth sports put on hold till Jan.: Gov. Murphy
New Jersey indoor high-school and other youth sports are being put on hold till at least early January because of the state's COVID-19 surge, Gov. Phil Murphy said Monday. Many...
This year's Cyber Monday spending is one for the history books
Holiday shoppers will be spending $13 million a minute online on Monday -- more than twice as much as on Black Friday -- as they rush to ring up the...
Brazil's president delays congratulating Biden amid fraud allegations
Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has admitted that he is not yet ready to accept Joe Biden as the winner of the US presidential election.
Joe Biden names members of presidential inaugural committee
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Harris unveiled the members of their Inauguration Committee and a new website Monday.
School chaos is why you should teach your kids the truth about politicians
In-person school may be back for elementary students in the Big Apple beginning Dec. 7, but this remains a hard moment for parents and kids.
Tiny watermelon is the size of grape
Feel like a giant with this bite-size "watermelon." The cucamelon, engineered by an agricultural firm in Antalya, Turkey, looks like a miniature watermelon and tastes like a cucumber. Botanically, the...
ESPN adds playoff attraction for NFL in Super Bowl push
ESPN will “Megacast” its wild card game in January and will have ABC simulcast some more "Monday Night Football" games in December as Disney further tries to entice the NFL...
China clears Tesla to sell Shanghai-made Model Y SUVs
Chinese officials have given Tesla the green light to sell Model Y SUVs made at its Shanghai plant once they start rolling off the assembly line there. Beijing's Ministry of...
'Croods 2' rakes in $14 million to top struggling Thanksgiving box office
"The Croods: A New Age" topped Thanksgiving box office expectations with a five-day holiday debut of $14 million, despite facing one of the most challenging periods in movie history.
Passenger in critical condition after collision with car covered in 'Scream' decal
A speeding driver in a car emblazoned with Ghostface from the "Scream" series slammed into a rideshare vehicle in Brooklyn early Monday, leaving a passenger clinging to life, cops said....
Researchers find some planets beyond solar system can view Earth
More than 4,500 exoplanets have been discovered so far, with only a small portion thought to have the properties to contain life. A new study suggests that some of those...
Australia demands apology from China for faked image of soldier
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Monday demanded an apology after a senior Chinese official posted a fake image of a grinning Aussie soldier appearing to hold a bloodied knife...
Tatcha takes 20 percent off sitewide for Cyber Monday sale
Sale price: $22.40 Original price: $28.00 The Liquid Silk Canvas Sale price: $41.60 Original price: $52.00 The Rice Wash Soft Cream Cleanser Sale price: $28.00 Original price: $35.00 Sale price:...
Sexual assault can't be ruled out in British teen Nora Quoirin's death
Nathaniel Cary, who performed a second autopsy on 15-year-old Nora Anne Quoirin, said she died of intestinal bleeding due to starvation and stress after she disappeared during a family vacation...
Mets' front office search hits another obstacle
The Mets’ search to bolster their front office has hit another dead end, when Chris Young pulled his name from consideration to be the team’s general manager, The Post has...
Our great first lady Melania Trump had awful support: Devine
One of the great mysteries of the Trump era has been the missed opportunities for the first lady to stamp her mark on the White House. With her stylish good...
Sonos takes $100 off Move, Beam and Sub systems for Cyber Monday
If you missed out on the Sonos Black Friday sale, there's no need to worry. Because the top electronics brand is running its exciting Black Friday deals through Cyber Monday....
David Chang is first $1M celeb winner on 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire'
The money will go to Southern Smoke Foundation, a crisis relief organization for people in the food and beverage industry.
Saks Fifth Avenue takes $50 off every $200 spent for Cyber Monday deal
If you loved the Black Friday deals at Saks Fifth Avenue, then you definitely want to check out its Cyber Monday special. Saks is kicking off the week with some...
Syracuse guard stars in first game since breast cancer recovery
In her first game since recovering from breast cancer, Tiana Mangakahia led the Syracuse women’s basketball team to a season-opening victory. It had been 615 days since Mangakahia last played...
Over 300 detained in Belarus during anti-government protests
KYIV, Ukraine — A human rights group in Belarus says over 300 people have been detained during Sunday protests against the country’s authoritarian president, who won his sixth term in...
Nikola stock plummets after GM drops $2 billion equity stake
Shares of Nikola plunged nearly 25 percent after General Motors scrapped plans to buy a stake in the electric truck manufacturer and produce its Badger pickup truck. A new, slimmed-down...
MasterClass Cyber Monday deal offers two-for-one yearly memberships
The BOGO offer is only valid on Nov. 30 so don't miss out on e-learning from the greats.
Jon Ossoff would support new lockdown if 'experts' recommend it
Democratic Senate hopeful Jon Ossoff said he would consider supporting a temporary shutdown if doing so was backed by public health experts. Ossoff, who will face incumbent Sen. David Perdue...
Cyber Monday 2020’s best laptop deals
What a better way to celebrate Cyber Monday 2020 than with some great deals on laptops to help you surf the web at top speeds. There are so many tech...
Record-breaking 2020 Atlantic hurricane season officially ends
The incredibly active season, which began on June 1, brought a record 30 named storms -- with 12 of them making landfall in the continental United States.
Bears have turned into the NFL's primetime laughingstock
Just two years ago, the Bears won the NFC North and then-first-year head coach Matt Nagy was recognized as AP Coach of the Year. Oh, how things have changed. Following...
Biden names key members of White House economic team
President-elect Joe Biden on Monday announced the key members of his economic team led by former Fed chair Janet Yellen, who would become the first woman to serve as Treasury...
Dozens protest outside 'satanic' LA health chief's home over COVID restrictions
Roughly 50 demonstrators outside the Echo Park residence of Los Angeles County Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer on Sunday voiced their disgust with the three-week “safer at home” order that...
Darth Vader actor reportedly died from COVID-19
David Prowse, who played Darth Vader in the original “Star Wars” trilogy, was suffering from the coronavirus before dying Sunday at age 85, his daughter said in a report.
40 endangered sea turtles get Florida vacation after 'cold stunning'
Where better to rehabilitate than the sunny Florida Keys?
AOC raises $200K for COVID-19 relief playing online game
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez raised nearly a quarter of a million dollars for people in need because of the coronavirus pandemic by playing the interactive online game "Among Us" over the...
Universal Studios Japan sets Super Nintendo World opening date
Mario Kart is ready to roll.
New York City Ballet's 'The Nutcracker’ goes digital for 2020
COVID-19 can't keep the Sugar Plum Fairy is leaping into your living room this holiday season.
The best Cyber Monday TV deals to shop in 2020
No need to adjust your screens, these prices are super low and available to shop right now.
Maradona's doc says he is 'scapegoat' for star's death
“They are trying to find a scapegoat,” Leopoldo Luque, 39, said during a televised news conference.
S&P Global to buy data provider IHS Markit for $44 billion
S&P Global has agreed to buy rival financial data provider IHS Markit for $44 billion in the largest merger deal of the year, the companies announced Monday. The massive all-stock...
What a knockout! World series flasher helps Jake Paul celebrate win
https://www.instagram.com/p/CIJeCpygqnB/ Jake Paul sealed his knockout win on Saturday with a kiss from his favorite fan. Taking to Instagram, Julia Rose -- who infamously flashed Gerrit Cole during the 2019...
Trump blasts '60 Minutes' for not contacting him for comment on ex-cyber chief
President Trump blasted CBS' "60 Minutes" for not contacting him for comment after interviewing the administration's former cybersecurity chief, whom Trump fired earlier this month. "@60Minutes never asked us for...
Fantasy football injury update Week 12: Daniel Jones, Dalvin Cook
Week 12 of the NFL season dealt injuries to a number of fantasy-relevant players across the league. Dalvin Cook suffered an injury scare, while Daniel Jones and D.J. Moore may...
Fatal stabbing sparked by fight over Thanksgiving leftovers: prosecutors
A post-Thanksgiving dinner brawl turned deadly in Chicago when the host’s boyfriend was killed -- for confronting a guest who’d dug into leftovers with his bare hands, prosecutors said. James...
Bodybuilder marries sex doll after whirlwind romance
Proving that love is blind, and sometimes kooky, a bodybuilder from Kazakhstan has tied the knot with his dearly beloved -- a sex doll he dated for eight months before...
Broncos receiver had 'most eventful 24 hours' after shock QB promotion
With COVID-19 related issues leaving the Denver Broncos without a quarterback for Sunday’s game against New Orleans, practice squad receiver Kendall Hinton was thrust into the starting role and got...
Prison riot over COVID-19 leaves 8 dead, over 50 wounded
Prisoners have held protests in recent weeks at several facilities to demand more COVID-19 testing and separate isolation facilities for sick inmates.
Biden reportedly to be tough on charter schools
Charter school advocates may not have an ally in President-elect Joe Biden or his Education Department. "He has been working closely with us over these last few months to listen...
If you traveled for Thanksgiving, assume you have COVID, Birx says
In a Sunday interview on “Face the Nation,” the White House coronavirus task force coordinator urged anyone who gathered for the holiday to get tested within the next few days.
Coronavirus hospitalizations in US hit yet another record high
The number of Americans hospitalized from coronavirus infections hit yet another all-time high Sunday -- with 93,238 patients currently admitted, data shows. It was the second time COVID-19 hospitalizations broke...
Couple allegedly binge Netflix as 3-year-old girl dies in hot car
A couple in Australia have been charged with manslaughter after a 3-year-old girl died in a scorching car while they were watching the Netflix show “Shameless,” according to a report....
Bettors can expect Davidson to keep it close against Texas
In a year that does not make sense, it is fitting that Davidson is playing the Maui Invitational in its home state of North Carolina as it will take on...
Embracing that first-place Giants feeling
Barring a surprising Eagles win over the Seahawks Monday night, the New York Giants will begin the month of December in first place in the NFC East...at 4-7. But first...
Holy watering hole: Bar applies to become church to skirt lockdown rules
A tequila bar owner is trying to get around the UK's strict coronavirus restrictions by adding some holy to his spirits -- and registering as a church. James Aspell, 34,...
Moderna to ask FDA for emergency clearance of COVID-19 vaccine
Moderna said it will ask the feds to clear its experimental coronavirus vaccine for emergency use on Monday, adding to hopes that two inoculations could be available by Christmas. The...
New Zealand charges 13 parties over White Island volcano deaths
New Zealand authorities filed criminal charges Monday against 10 organizations and three people in connection with the volcanic eruption on White Island, where 22 people were killed and dozens left...
Toddler sports $13K designer wardrobe
This kid is only 3, but his designer duds are worth five figures. With a wardrobe of Burberry, Versace, Gucci, Givenchy, Moschino and Ralph Lauren, lil' Elensio, of Waltham Cross,...
Iranian nuclear scientist reportedly killed by remote-controlled machine gun
Iran’s top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was assassinated using a remote-controlled machine gun operating from a car -- which then exploded, local media claims. The semi-official Fars news agency gave...
'Pandemic' named 2020 word of the year by Merriam-Webster
Merriam-Webster on Monday announced “pandemic” as its word of year. “That probably isn’t a big shock,” Peter Sokolowski, editor at large for Merriam-Webster, told The Associated Press. In its noun...
How this species poses a threat to airplane safety
Move over seagulls, aviation has a new threat -- the keyhole wasp. Keyhole wasps like to build their nests in tiny holes, including the opening of devices used to measure...
YouTuber 'chasing dreams' fractures skull during jump from Texas bridge
A YouTuber chasing his “dreams” fractured his skull after leaping into a river from atop a massive Texas bridge last week. Saa Fomba recorded last Monday's stunt at Austin’s Pennybacker...
How Giants O-line fared after heated firing
The Giants, in their first game since offensive line coach Marc Colombo was fired, did plenty of good and some not-so-good up front in Sunday’s 19-17 victory over the Bengals...
Giants kicker sharp in return from ‘terrible’ COVID-19 quarantine
Graham Gano followed up a “terrible” two weeks with his typical flawless performance. Gano tested positive for COVID-19 on Nov. 16 and spent most of the next two weeks in...