April 21, 2021
Veteran pitcher was least of the Yankees' problems
There was a time when this performance would have registered as a disappointing start by Corey Kluber. Now is not that time. And it’s telling of the state of the...
Mom says she tried to cut 10-year-old son's tongue off before shooting him dead
A Kentucky mother tried to cut off her 10-year-old son's tongue before shooting him dead. Kaitlyn Higgins, 28, was arrested for the unfathomable crime after police found the boy's body...
This was a Mets' disaster
CHICAGO — The Mets had intermittent stretches Wednesday night in which they resembled a major league baseball team. But if you blinked, you missed them. Mostly this was a freak...
US pays child migrant sponsors to travel to the border: report
The government is paying travel costs for sponsors trying to pick up migrant children from shelters, amid the surge of unaccompanied children seeking asylum at the border. The policy underscores...
Streaking Knicks clip Hawks in 'playoff-type atmosphere'
It was a Knicks-Hawks battle for the fourth seed and home-court advantage, and it became a night of bloody carnage and overtime at the frenzied Garden.
Florida woman promising 'witchcraft services' allegedly dupes victims out of $100K
A Florida woman is accused of duping at least 10 people out of a combined $100,000 with the promise of healing their relationship woes through “witchcraft services,” police and a...
Man allegedly pocketed nearly $650K despite not showing up for work in 15 years
Italian hospital employee Salvatore Scumace was somehow able to play hooky from his job for 15 years.
White House rebrands Kamala Harris’ husband 'Douglas' instead of 'Doug'
The White House changed the name of Kamala Harris’ husband from "Doug" to "Douglas" Emhoff in an apparent attempt to rebrand him as a more serious guy.
Vile response to the Chauvin verdict: Devine
We have to trust that the jury in the Derek Chauvin case got it right when it found the former Minneapolis cop guilty of murder and manslaughter over the death...
Yankees' offense flops again
The Yankees snapped their five-game losing streak Tuesday, but a night later, their brutal early season offensive funk remained alive and well. Without the bases-loaded wild pitch the Braves gifted...
George Floyd's brother thanks Raiders for tweet that sparked backlash
George Floyd’s younger brother Philonise thanked and defended the Las Vegas Raiders after an online pitchfork-wielding mob ridiculed the NFL team for an awkward tweet intended to celebrate Tuesday’s conviction...
Undermanned Nets fall flat in loss to Raptors
The Nets were equal parts undermanned and exhausted Wednesday night. The wheels came off for the shorthanded Nets in a third-quarter collapse, and they suffered a 114-103 road loss against...
Army paratrooper from NY killed during helicopter jump training
Spc. Abigail Jenks, of Gansevoort, was doing a static-line jump from a UH-60 Blackhawk chopper at Fort Bragg in North Carolina on Monday, when she was fatally injured, military officials said.
GOP lawmakers urge DOJ to release docs related to alleged Saudi role in 9/11
Staten Island Rep. Nicole Malliotakis is among five Republican lawmakers pressing the Biden administration to publicly release FBI and CIA documents that they say may disclose the Saudi government’s possible...
College student doused with acid in 'planned attack,' family claims
Nafiah Ikram was left severely burned and nearly blind in the appalling March 17 Elmont attack.
Yankees' new cleanup hitter knocked out of game
The Yankees’ new cleanup hitter lasted seven innings Wednesday night. Gio Urshela, who earned the promotion by being one of the few productive Yankees in a struggling lineup, exited the...
Rangers' approach as playoff push hits final stages
The Rangers’ already thin margin for error grew even more narrow Tuesday night. Their loss to the Islanders, coupled with the Bruins’ victory over the Sabres, extended the Rangers’ deficit...
NFL approves various rule changes
NFL owners on Wednesday approved eliminating overtime in preseason games and expanded selection of jersey numbers for receivers, running backs and defensive backs. The league also will allow on-field officials...
One team will get Zaven Collins gift at 2021 NFL Draft
Eighth of an 11-part series. Coming tomorrow: cornerback. Every so often, if the football gods are kind and if you are a lucky general manager, the NFL draft will gift...
Knicks can be more than a playoff team
In their wildest dreams, the Knicks never fathomed shooting 3-pointers the way they are shooting them. In fact, that was a chief concern when the season started. People running the...
Ohio cop who fatally shot black teen is military-trained marksman: report
The police officer who shot to death a black teenage girl appears to be a military-trained marksman specializing in firing a gas-powered assault rifle.
GOP lawmaker questions FBI's assessment of 2017 baseball field shooting
Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) is calling on the FBI to review and reassess its decision to classify the 2017 congressional baseball shooting where Republican lawmakers were targeted during a practice...
Assembly impeachment probe into Cuomo has received over 200 tips
ALBANY -- Investigators hired by the state Assembly have received over 200 tips pertaining to an impeachment inquiry into Gov. Andrew Cuomo over a broad range of allegations including sexual...
Gabrielle Dennis says HBO's 'A Black Lady Sketch Show' is 'limitless'
“A Black Lady Sketch show” is a trip back to her roots for Gabrielle Dennis, who stars alongside Robin Thede on the HBO comedy series.
The Post says: Everyone get vaccinated!
Every New Yorker 16 and over is vaccine-eligible, but only about half have gotten even one jab. We all need to do better, so the greatest city in the world...
Biden buys into the left's great lie
The president should be ashamed of himself. Biden’s declaration that America is a dystopia mired in irredeemable racism is a leftist lie meant to undermine society.
Mets coach 'not concerned' about star's slow start
CHICAGO — Francisco Lindor’s slow start has left Mets officials searching for answers. True, the Mets were only 12 games into the season as they arrived at Wrigley Field on...
Michael Kors' 40th-anniversary show was an ode to Broadway
Michael Kors' 40th-anniversary show included a star-studded (virtual) audience, a supermodel-packed runway and an homage to some of the iconic American designer's greatest hits.
Kevin Durant's Nets return date coming into focus
The Nets had to play without Kevin Durant in Wednesday’s 114-103 loss to the Raptors, but they hope they won’t have to be without him much longer, and are anticipating...
You can get unlimited 5-cent Nathan's Famous hot dogs at Coney Island
Hot diggity dog! Nickel dogs are coming to Coney.
COVID vaccination during pregnancy appears to be safe, CDC study shows
A new study from the CDC found that COVID-19 vaccines appear to be safe from pregnant women.
Why weird quirks make these singles 'Married at First Sight: Unmatchables'
New spinoff unleashes the worst of the worst — from conspiracy theorists to clean freaks.
US may soon reach 'tipping point' on COVID vaccine 'enthusiasm': report
The US will likely reach a “tipping point” over the next few weeks when supply of the COVID-19 vaccine will outpace those willing to receive it, according to a report...
Mets coach hasn't forgotten about being fired: 'No trust'
CHICAGO — Chili Davis�� return to Wrigley Field this week may have left him reminiscing about the bad old days. Now in his third season as Mets hitting coach, Davis...
I tried TikTok's most viral — and most absurd — beauty hacks
How safe are these "hacks" touted by teenagers on TikTok?
Amy Klobuchar book slams monopolies, as its publisher faces monopoly probe
Penguin Random House is in the process of trying to buy Simon & Schuster, which would "create a 'mega-publisher' in the words of the New York Times," a source said.1
Injured Ranger's absence may open door for prized rookie
Jacob Trouba’s expected absence from Rangers practice Wednesday prompted the natural question: Can prized rookie Zac Jones fill his spot on the blue line? Coach David Quinn didn’t exactly shoot...
Vax lax: Half of NYC adults still haven't been vaccinated
Despite full eligibility and an abundance of appointments, half of New York City's adults are not vaccinated for COVID-19.
14 gifts the millennial in your life will love
The age group's favorite companies include top brands like Coach, Apple and Lululemon, so you won't have a problem landing the perfect present.
Mom whose baby died of malnutrition says she kept him on 'Biblical' vegan diet
The woman -- who identified herself only as Carla, 28 -- held up a copy of the holy book and slapped it with her hand to explain why she imposed...
Inside the Cali mansion Jake Paul KO'd to be a Miami boxer
Looks like former MMA champion Ben Askren isn't the only thing Jake Paul is knocking out.
PGA Tour's new $40 million program shafts rank and file
When news broke that the PGA Tour has unveiled its Player Impact Program to reward the players who move the needle the most, the first vision I had was of...
Colorado cop probed for arrest of elderly woman with dementia
A Colorado cop is under investigation for the forceful arrest of a 73-year-old woman with dementia after she walked out of a store without paying for cheap items and even...
Sensible court rulings enable NYC recovery
Common sense has broken out as loony anti-development "logic" lost in a key pair of court cases. Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Katherine Levine ruled that the city can move ahead...
'Horrific' tendency is breaking rising Yankees star
You know your team is off to a rough start when you can hold an intense, riveting discussion centered around this topic: Whose struggles have confounded you the most? This...
Why Wall Street is salivating over the garbage business
Their business is utter trash — and their stocks could soar as a result. Garbage truck companies may soon be all the rage — thanks to a new report making...
Burning Man may not require COVID-19 vaccinations after backlash
The organizers of Burning Man were blasted by festivalgoers after suggesting that proof off COVID-19 vaccines would be required to attend this year's festival, which is still up in the...
Behind Giants' 'uncommon' free-agency spending spree
The Giants assessed the situation and projected that these unusual times would create a different sort of NFL free-agent feeding frenzy. They knew the stark reduction in the 2021 salary...
Why Swiss scientists are burying thousands of pairs of underwear
Scientists in Switzerland are hoping they can learn more about "soil health" from the buried briefs.
Get Our Place's Always Pan for $30 off during biggest sale of the season
The viral Our Place Always Pan is back in stock in all of the coveted colors, just in time for their biggest sale of the season.
Couple invites guests to wedding at huge mansion they thought was vacant — surprising actual owner
The 16,300-square-foot mansion, which is on the market for $5.6 million, is no wedding factory.
Letters to the Editor — April 22, 2021
The Issue: Former Police Officer Derek Chauvin’s guilty verdict in the murder of George Floyd. Last May, when I first saw the video of Derek Chauvin with his knee on...
The predicted COVID apocalypse in 'Neanderthal' Texas never happened
When Texas Gov. Greg Abbott lifted his statewide face-mask mandate and his limits on business occupancy in March, Democrats and their media allies warned that he was inviting a public-health...
Arizona Gov. Ducey demands Biden to call national emergency on border crisis
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (R) on Wednesday called on President Biden to do something to quell the illegal immigration "emergency" at the southern border. “President Biden, if you want to stop the disaster that's unfolding...
LeBron James tweets 'YOU'RE NEXT' to cop who fatally shot Ohio teen — then deletes it
NBA star LeBron James targeted the Ohio cop who shot and killed Ma'Khia Bryant, saying, "YOU'RE NEXT" in a since-deleted tweet.
Back and Fourth: Biden now says if Americans don't get COVID jabs they might have to cancel July 4
President Biden on Wednesday warned Americans they may have to cancel "small" outdoor gatherings on the Fourth of July if there's a slowdown of COVID-19 vaccinations. More than 51 percent...
Tempest Storm, burlesque star who dated JFK and Elvis, dead at 93
The fiery redhead said she dated Elvis Presley and former President John F. Kennedy.
New York's bail laws keep putting criminals back out on the street
New York's "no bail" reforms keep producing rank injustice — and making the city markedly less safe. Judge Denise Johnson just cut loose reputed gang member Takim Newson, 32, who had...
Mourners gather in Minneapolis to view body of Daunte Wright
Hundreds of mourners flocked to Shiloh Temple International Ministries in Minneapolis for the viewing.
NBA team growing 'concerned' about young star's celebrity lifestyle
NBA star Tyler Herro's flashy lifestyle off the court has the Heat worried, especially with the second-year guard struggling as the team jockeys for playoff position, according to a report....
Oligarch's son told to pay mother $104M after world's largest divorce case
The son of a billionaire oligarch was ordered to pay his mom $104 million in damages Wednesday by a London judge, who found he tried to help his dad hide...
Man, 38, slashed in Lower Manhattan fight, cops say
His injuries were non-life-threatening, police said.
Brooklyn protest suggests BLM is just about hate and rage
In an eye-opener of a demonstration, Black Lives Matters activists on Tuesday evening besieged diners at Maya Taqueria in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, screaming, “Stay the f–k outta New York.” “We don’t want...
Green New Spiel: AOC now blames 'racial injustice' for the 'climate crisis'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made the controversial remarks as she pushed for the Green New Deal.
LI Stop & Shop shooter was 'troubled employee,' officials say
The Long Island Stop & Shop grocery-cart worker who went on a murderous rampage -- killing one worker and wounding two others -- was a “troubled employee” who had previously...
New images show plans for Penn Station makeover
The MTA has released new renderings of potential renovations for Penn Station in Manhattan.
Rebooting NYC schools means dropping ideology and embracing choice
It’s a grim reality that should send shivers down the spines of parents considering a move to New York City: Gotham’s public-school students have lost more than a year of...
LeVar Burton scores 'Jeopardy!' host gig along with George Stephanopoulos
The game show announced their final guest hosts to finish out Season 37.
Landlords are getting into the swing with golf amenities
Hole-y cow: While lockdown reigned, golf by juniors, beginners and female golfers surged — 75 million more rounds played in the last six months of 2020 compared to 2019.
Breakout Giant signs with new team
The San Francisco 49ers announced the signing of former Giants backup running back Wayne Gallman to a one-year deal, while NFL Network reported that the team also added defensive end...
The Jets have a sneaky big draft need
As part of The Post’s 2021 NFL Draft preview, we examine what the Jets might do at each position. Wednesday: Linebacker. Linebacker is a sneaky big need for the Jets....
These butt-lifting shorts will help you put winter in the rearview mirror
Baby's got back, with a trend coming back again in time for summer.
Portland cop punched and knocked to ground during night of destruction
Shocking video footage shows a cop getting sucker-punched and knocked to the ground during the latest night of destruction in troubled Portland, Oregon. Footage taken by The Oregonian and shared...
Wrong takes on Chauvin verdict and other commentary
Iconoclast: Wrong Takes on Chauvin Verdict The verdict against Derek Chauvin in George Floyd’s death “should increase confidence” in the justice system, writes Sean Collins at Spiked Online. Yet “those...
Chicago police may soon need supervisor's OK to chase suspects on foot, mayor says
Police officers in Chicago may soon require permission from a supervisor before pursuing a suspect on foot, Mayor Lori Lightfoot said Tuesday. Lightfoot promised to disclose details "soon" about a police policy change, Fox...
Cops tell Saints player, 'You're gonna' shoot your d--k off' during arrest
An Ohio cop warned New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore, "You're gonna' shoot your d--k off,” after the officer found a firearm tucked in the NFL’s waistband during a car...
Pompeo meets with House Republicans to unveil new legislation targeting Iran
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is throwing his support behind House conservatives’ efforts to block the Biden Administration from lifting sanctions on Iran -- meeting with Republicans on Wednesday...
Minneapolis area sheriff cheers Derek Chauvin guilty verdict
The sheriff's office in the Minneapolis area spoke out in support of Derek Chauvin's conviction Wednesday — saying that officers who fail to protect and serve “have no place in this...
Tesla apologizes for handling of customer complaint in China
Tesla offered a rare mea culpa in China after an angry customer's unruly protest over the safety of its electric cars went viral this week. The dustup started Monday at...
Wrong way, Kamala: Biden 'border czar' heading to NH — but still hasn't visited southern border
Hey Kamala, its the other border. Vice President Kamala Harris announced Wednesday that she's traveling north to New Hampshire to promote infrastructure legislation — despite not yet booking travel for...
Australian academics enlist amateur scientists to study microplastics
Equipped with just a pan and sieve, a group of amateur scientists comb the beach looking for tiny bits of plastic that are near invisible to the naked eye but...
Ex-Marine accused of killing estranged wife in Australia
A mother of three in Australia was allegedly burned to death by her estranged husband -- a former US Marine from Ohio, according to reports. Kelly Wilkinson, 27, was allegedly...
Jen Psaki baselessly and disgracefully racialized the killing in Columbus
No less than the press secretary of the president of the United States went before the public Wednesday and all but explicitly suggested what had happened in Ohio was an...
China says 200 million citizens have been vaccinated
Around 200 million Chinese, or 14.29% of the population, have been vaccinated for COVID-19 so far, with an emphasis on front-line workers.
Reporter asks Cuomo if he's going to resign, gets hung up on
Gov. Andrew Cuomo cut off a reporter during a virtual news conference Wednesday to keep from being pressed about whether he'd resign if an investigation concludes that he sexually harassed female...
Is James Harden's injury a major concern?
The Nets are hamstrung right now. With James Harden back to square one rehabbing his hamstring and Kevin Durant still out with a thigh contusion, the Nets have struggled to...
This is Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's new $27.8M Beverly Hills mansion
Dwayne Johnson just shelled out $27.8 million for a jaw-dropping Beverly Park estate, formerly owned by comedian Paul Reiser.
17 years ago today: Jennifer Hudson booted off 'Idol'
On April 21, 2004, "American Idol" voters sent Top 7 contestant Jennifer Hudson home. While the powerhouse performer would go on to win an Academy Award for "Dreamgirls" a few...
Top QB revealed epilepsy battle with teams before NFL Draft
Justin Fields, one of the top quarterbacks available in the 2021 NFL Draft, revealed to teams during the pre-draft process that he is managing epilepsy, NFL Network reported Wednesday. The...
Ecuadorian girls dropped over border wall ‘finally reunited’ with family
The two Ecuadorian sisters dumped by human smugglers over the US-Mexico border wall have been reunited with their parents in New York City, officials said Wednesday. The girls, Yareli, 3, and Yasmina, 5, had been...
Cops release 911 calls, more bodycam footage in fatal shooting of Ohio teen
Newly released 911 calls and dramatic police bodycam footage provide disturbing new details of the police shooting death of 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant in Ohio on Tuesday. Columbus police also identified...
Lyrid meteor shower peaks April 22: When, where, how to see it
The Lyrid meteor shower peaks on Thursday morning, in which an estimated 10-20 shooting stars can be seen per hour.
Aziz Ansari's 'Master of None' coming back for Season 3 after long hiatus
Aziz Ansari's Netflix series "Master of None" is coming back for Season 3 in May after a very long hiatus. The dramedy last aired in 2017 and seemed to fade...
Star goalie: NHL lied to us, 'forced us to take vaccine'
Golden Knights goalie Robin Lehner ripped the NHL on Wednesday, claiming that after players were coerced into taking the COVID-19 vaccine with promises of loosening restrictions, the league is now...
How a top-selling bourbon maker plans to go green
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The process of making fine whiskey involves aging spirits to a golden brown, but a bourbon producing giant is going green along the way. Beam Suntory, producer...
NYers 60 and over don't need appointments at over a dozen state-run vax sites
Starting Friday, "you don't have to go on the internet. You don't have to make a phone call. You don't have to do anything," Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. "Just show...
Man discovers mysterious 19th-century tunnel under his home
The past has come back haunt an Illinois man who found an old underground tunnel beneath his home. Gary Machens was in for a surprise when he found a mysterious...
JPMorgan reportedly hiring more junior bankers to battle burnout
JPMorgan Chase is set to hire more junior bankers and support staff to tackle burnout as the largest US bank takes on record volumes of activity, a source with knowledge of...
Prospect Park covered in trash after vandals knock over garbage cans
What a bunch of trash-holes! Vandals totally trashed Brooklyn’s Prospect Park overnight, knocking over virtually every garbage can and leaving a blanket of rubbish scattered all around the beloved green...
Bet on Mets' young starter in this spot
The once wildly popular Prince Harry is heading home without a hello or goodbye to his father or brother. With the Prince’s popularity shrinking faster than Giancarlo Stanton’s there is...
State liquor law keeping NYC eateries from COVID recovery
An overly restrictive state liquor law is making it even tougher for the battered New York City restaurant industry to recover from the coronavirus pandemic, operators of eateries told The...
FDA finds peeling paint, debris at US plant making J&J’s COVID vaccine
A US plant that was making Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine must fix a long list of problems including peeling paint and unsanitary conditions and practices to resume operation, according to...
Giants could mull Micah Parsons risk at 2021 NFL Draft
As part of The Post’s 2021 NFL Draft preview, we examine what the Giants might do at each position. Wednesday: Linebacker. The Giants have not taken a linebacker in the first round of the...
Archaeologists: Site of Harriet Tubman’s father’s home found
The homesite of Ben Ross was found on property acquired last year by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as an addition to Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge.
Jets could hit 'home run' in first round with this lineman: NFL Draft expert
NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah believes the Jets will have plenty of options with their second first-round pick, No. 23 overall, next week, but one makes more sense than...
Barney the robot bartender is ready to shake up cocktails
Barney is a bit different from your usual Swiss bartender. He is fully automated, mixes dozens of cocktails and even makes terrible jokes.
GOP pols demand information on border protocols amid illegal immigration surge
Rep. John Katko and other Republicans sent a letter expressing their concerns to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
Can these new offices save NYC's commercial market?
Branch out — feeling more at ease about returning to the office is as easy as one, two, tree.
Jamie Kennedy: I respect women more since filming 'Roe v. Wade'
The actor stars as abortion rights advocate Larry Lader in "Roe v. Wade" and says making the movie has taught him to respect women and all they have to go...
Hilary Duff to star in 'How I Met Your Father' sitcom sequel
Former teen idol and "Younger" star Hilary Duff has gotten the unlikely role in a gender-swapped sequel to “How I Met Your Mother” on Hulu — titled "How I Met...
Woman killed in Park Slope shooting in broad daylight, cops say
Cops are hunting for an unknown female who pulled the trigger and took off.
Hundreds rally against German COVID-19 lockdown law
Police clashed with protesters in Berlin on Wednesday as they tried to disperse a rally against the coronavirus lockdown, as parliament approved a law to give Chancellor Angela Merkel's government...
'A living hell': Victims killed in fiery self-driving Tesla crash are identified as families mourn
The Texas men killed in a fiery crash involving a self-driving Tesla Model S were friends who took the car for a spin after dropping off their wives, officials said.
India being overrun by its massive COVID-19 surge
India has been overwhelmed by hundreds of thousands of new coronavirus cases daily, bringing pain, fear and agony to many lives as lockdowns have been placed in Delhi and other...
Road sage: Study reveals what makes the best drivers
A strong cup of Joe is correlated with quality driving.
Pfizer uncovers counterfeit COVID-19 shots abroad: report
The drug giant said it tested "vaccines" seized in separate investigations in the countries and determined they were fakes.
Paige Spiranac wants in on PGA Tour's new $40 million 'move the needle' bonus
Much like the PGA Tour's top players, Paige Spiranac is seeing dollar signs. Earlier this week, Golfweek reported the PGA Tour had created a $40 million bonus pool to award...
McConnell blasts media over reporting on court packing
Democrats last week unveiled their proposal to expand the court to 13 justices.
Look who's walking! Kirstie Alley sells California home after 20 years
Is Kirstie Alley the latest celeb to flee California? It might appear that way after she unloaded the longtime Los Feliz abode she's lived in for over 20 years. Alley,...
Guard signing with Nets after controversial exit from Russia
EuroLeague standout Mike James has been in protocol with the Nets since Sunday, multiple sources told The Post. The 30-year-old will sign with the Nets on Friday after he clears...
Biden calls on businesses to pay for time off so employees can get COVID jabs
President Biden on Wednesday urged US employers to give their workers paid time off to get coronavirus vaccinations. He announced the initiative as the administration said it met Biden's goal...
Dana White-Snoop Dogg $2 million bet controversy hangs over Jake Paul fight
Snoop Dogg's hopes shouldn't be high. On Wednesday, UFC president Dana White denied ever agreeing to a bet with Snoop after the rapper claimed that White owes him $2 million...
Yankees will make it two in a row
The Yankees entered their series with the Atlanta Braves with the worst record in MLB, but might be catching another team that few expected to be below .500 at just...
NYPD transit chief accuses MTA of 'fearmongering' on subway crime
MTA customer surveys have found crime and harassment are among the top concerns of both current and "lapsed" transit riders.
You don't stay? YouTubers troll Airbnb by listing dollhouse
They masterminded the stunt to see just how carefully does "Airbnb check their listings."
Dozen states urge Biden to end gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035
WASHINGTON -- The governors of a dozen US states including California, New York, Massachusetts and North Carolina called on President Biden on Wednesday to back ending sales of new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035, a dramatic shift away from fossil fuels. Biden's...
Border cartels using TikTok, social media to recruit US teens to smuggle migrants
Cartels at the southern border are targeting American teenagers on social media to get them to do their dirty work of smuggling illegal immigrants into the US — the latest sign of the...
Ranking the top 10 linebackers in the NFL Draft
The Post’s Ryan Dunleavy gives his top 10 linebackers in this year’s NFL draft, based on evaluations and conversations with people around the league: 1. Micah Parsons, Penn State, 6-foot-3,...
Beaming with pride: Scaffolding joins the fight against COVID-19
Raising the bar: One city scaffolding firm is using its product to keep people safe from COVID-19.
Psaki cuts off reporter when pressed on Biden's role in 'systemic racism'
Biden described the US as systemically racist in an address to the nation Tuesday night after the Chauvin verdict.
Don't spray it! Nifty device tells you how long urine, feces stay in air after flushing
Cootie confetti bomb study begs the question: Why aren't we wearing face masks every time we use the restroom?
Also roaring back from pandemic: earth-warming emissions
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Global warming emissions are expected to spike this year as the world emerges from the coronavirus pandemic and economies begin to recover. Worldwide energy-related carbon dioxide...
iPhone maker Foxconn drastically downsizes plans for Wisconsin facility
Foxconn — the manufacturing giant that cranks out Apple's iPhones and other popular gadgets — is scaling back a planned $10B factory in Wisconsin.
Spanish 'cannibal' accused of killing mom, feeding her to the dog
Alberto Sanchez Gomez was arrested in February 2019, and admitted in court Wednesday that he heard voices telling him to kill his mother.
Golden Globes group ousts ex-HFPA head Phil Berk over BLM email
He's dropped from the board after calling Black Lives Matter a “hate movement.”
George Floyd's aunt says family is 'eternally grateful' to teen who filmed murder
Angela Harrelson praised then-17-year-old Darnella Frazier for recording the footage of George Floyd's arrest and murder.
Manhattan DA's Office will no longer prosecute prostitution cases
The Manhattan District Attorney is tossing thousands of warrants related to prostitution charges dating as far back as 1975.
WELL to do: Landlords lure workers back with new health certificate
In response to COVID-19, the real estate industry is embracing aspects of WELL — a building certification based on numerous criteria meant to boost physical and mental health.
Brazil COVID cases still soaring among unprotected majority
SAO PAULO — Brazil’s slowly unfolding vaccination program appears to have slowed the pace of deaths among the nation’s elderly, according to death certificate data, but COVID-19 is still taking...
NFL star settles civil dispute with rape accuser
Antonio Brown officially settled his civil dispute with his former trainer Britney Taylor, who accused the free-agent wide receiver of raping and sexually assaulting her in a September 2019 lawsuit....
One dead after pair of fires breaks out in Manhattan
An 83-year-old man was killed and several other people were injured in a pair of Manhattan fires Wednesday morning, officials said. The first blaze erupted in Midtown around 8:15 a.m. inside...
Shaq, WNBA star spar in heated Knicks discussion
Shaq and Candace Parker don't see eye to eye when it comes to the Knicks. On Tuesday night, the "Inside the NBA" crew — made up of Lakers legend Shaquille...
How Derrick Rose has transformed Knicks from upstarts to winners
As point guard Derrick Rose dribbled out the clock while the 1,750 socially distanced fans were on their feet serenading the Knicks in a Garden standing ovation, Rose stopped and...
Russian police reportedly detain allies of Putin critic Alexei Navalny
Alexei Navalny was transferred to a prison hospital this week after beginning a hunger strike on March 31 to demand better health care.
NYC's iconic towers are reopening with new luxe perks
A new horizon: From Rockefeller Center to the WTC, the iconic buildings that give the NYC skyline its sex appeal are welcoming back visitors with massive renos.
George Floyd's brother recounts moment he heard Chauvin verdict
George Floyd's brother on Wednesday recounted the moment he watched a judge convict ex-cop Derek Chauvin for killing his sibling. "I hear, 'Guilty,' and then I heard some more numbers,...
Home Chef’s healthy meal delivery service can launch your fitness journey
Their new “Fresh Start” dietitian-approved, calorie- and carb-conscious options make eating well a breeze.
Biden to tout US passing 200 million COVID-19 vaccinations
President Biden on Wednesday will hail the US passing 200 million COVID-19 vaccine doses administered — as the nation expands eligibility to all Americans over age 16. According to CDC...
Has the best UFO footage the ‘world has ever seen' been debunked?
A renowned UFO investigator claims to have debunked the US Navy footage of pyramid-shaped objects flying off the coast of California -- saying it "in every way, matches a plane."
Putin issues harsh warning to US amid rising tensions on Ukrainian border
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a harsh warning to US and its allies on Wednesday to not provoke or test his military amid heightened tensions on its border with Ukraine...
NYC launches historic $30M ad push to get tourists back to Big Apple
New York City is launching a $30 million tourism advertising campaign – the largest in Big Apple history.
Two more anti-Asian incidents reported in NYC amid surge of racist encounters
Two Asians were attacked this week in Manhattan amid a troubling surge in bias incidents citywide, police said.
North Carolina police fatally shoot man during search
The shooting in Elizabeth City occurred around 8:30, a.m., according to the Pasquotank County Sheriff’s department.
Man jumps to death from rooftop of Manhattan high-rise
A 53-year-old man plunged to his death from the rooftop of a Manhattan high-rise apartment building Wednesday morning, police said. The unidentified man jumped from the 23-story building at 25...
90-year-old woman conned out of $32M in phone scam
The woman -- who lives in a mansion in the ritzy neighborhood known as The Peak – was targeted last summer by fraudsters claiming to be public security officials.
New Zealand to consolidate health care into national service
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand announced Wednesday it will consolidate its fragmented health care system into a national service similar to the one revered by many in Britain. New...
NY school apologizes after backlash over controversial book on police shootings
An upstate New York elementary school enraged local police by reading aloud to students a children’s book that warned how cops “don’t like Black men,” it was revealed Wednesday.
Indonesian military says submarine missing with 53 on board
JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesia’s navy is searching for a submarine that went missing north of the resort island of Bali with 53 people on board, the military said Wednesday. Military...
Will Carole Baskin help Joe Exotic get out of prison?
The Tiger King has accepted an offer from his nemesis in hopes of a reduced prison sentence.
UFC 261: Usman vs. Masvidal 2 is the rematch you've been waiting for
With a title at stake and even more to prove to themselves and the fans, Usman and Masvidal 2 will meet again in the main card of UFC 261. UFC...
Oxygen supply disruption kills 22 COVID-19 patients in India
NEW DELHI — Twenty-two COVID-19 patients on ventilators died in a hospital in western India on Wednesday when their oxygen supply was interrupted by a leak in a supply line,...
NYC school leaders react to Derek Chauvin guilty verdict
The Department of Education said it would issue guidance to help teachers and families process the verdict.
Robots to fan out across world's oceans to monitor their health
After years of studying the icy waters of the Southern Ocean with floating robotic monitors, a consortium of oceanographers and other researchers is deploying them across the planet, from the...
10-year-old witness says she's 'proud' she helped convict Derek Chauvin
The 10-year-old witness who testified against Derek Chauvin said Wednesday that she is "kinda proud" that she helped get him convicted for George Floyd's murder -- and is now writing...
Ronda Rousey reveals she's pregnant with first child in home video
Ronda Rousey is pregnant! The WWE star and former UFC champion announced the good news on Wednesday, in a video announcement on her YouTube channel with husband Travis Browne. "I...
EU reaches major climate deal ahead of Biden summit
BRUSSELS — The European Union reached a tentative climate deal that is intended to make the 27-nation bloc climate-neutral by 2050, with member states and parliament agreeing on new carbon...
Michigan man says teacher, classmate cut his biracial daughter’s hair
A Michigan dad is reportedly considering pulling his 7-year-old biracial daughter out of public schools after a classmate and a teacher cut her hair -- in an incident described as...
Long Island Stop & Shop shooting suspect ordered held without bail
The disgruntled LI Stop & Shop grocery-cart worker who allegedly shot three other employees — one fatally — inside store offices was ordered held without bail during his arraignment.
Chris Christie reportedly mulling run for White House in 2024
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is reportedly thinking about another run for president in 2024. Christie hasn't spoken publicly about throwing his hat in the ring other than telling...
Inside the prison where Derek Chauvin is being held
Derek Chauvin will spend the next eight weeks at Minnesota Correctional Facility-Oak Park Heights — a maximum-security state prison from which no inmate has ever escaped in its nearly 40-year...
Red Bulls should make big change with teenage star
When the Red Bulls signed Caden Clark to an MLS contract last October -- paying Minnesota United a mere $75,000 in general allocation money for his rights -- they potentially...
White lecturer tells students she's 'sick' of talking about Black Lives Matter
A white lecturer at a college in upstate New York is under probe by the school — because she told students she was “sick” of talking about the Black Lives...
Maxine Waters thanks Dems for blocking Republicans' censure effort
Rep. Maxine Waters thanked Democrats for blocking Republicans' censure effort over her urging protesters to be "more confrontational" with police if Derek Chauvin was acquitted -- especially lawmakers representing districts...
MLB pitcher's insane start to season is already historic
Brewers pitcher Corbin Burnes continues to make MLB history. Burnes resumed his extraordinary start to the season Tuesday night, registering 10 strikeouts in six scoreless innings during Milwaukee's 6-0 win...
Upgrade your bathroom: Up to 36% off high-quality towels
If your current bathroom towels are starting to show their age and just aren’t as soft as they used to be — it’s safe to say you need an upgrade....
Peter Thiel-backed psychedelic drug maker aims to raise $100M in IPO
Psychedelic drugmaker ATAI Life Science, which backed by billionaire investor Peter Thiel, said it is planning to raise $100 million in an initial public offering. The Berlin-based company -- which...
Glasses seller Warby Parker eyeing IPO as soon as this year
Hipster glasses seller Warby Parker is eyeing an initial public offering. The 11-year-old business, which started out as an e-tailer before rolling out some 130 stores across the US, is...
House hearing on police support devolves into fiery shouting match
A House hearing exploded into a fiery shouting match Tuesday, as Reps. Val Demings and Jim Jordan sparred over supporting law enforcement during a debate on a hate crimes bill....
BLM protesters wreak havoc at restaurant, tell diners to 'stay the f--k outta' NYC
A mob of Black Lives Matter protesters were caught on camera harassing diners outside a family-owned Brooklyn taqueria — with dozens screaming at them to “stay the f--k outta...
Biden administration considers protections for climate change refugees
SAN DIEGO — Ioane Teitiota and his wife fought for years to stay in New Zealand as refugees, arguing that rising sea levels caused by climate change threaten the very...
'The f--k': LeBron can't believe Raiders tweet after Derek Chauvin verdict
LeBron James, like many pro athletes, was in disbelief over a tweet shared by the Las Vegas Raiders on Tuesday — after former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was convicted...
This personal alarm monitors and sends alerts when you’re in trouble
It’s an unfortunate fact that some areas of our cities and towns are still not the safest at times. There are instances when you may need to be out alone,...
Ex-Jets QB felt like 'biggest a--hole ever' after this text to Alex Smith
Ryan Fitzpatrick thought he was doing a nice thing when he sent a supportive text message to fellow NFL quarterback Alex Smith in 2018, after Smith's devastating leg injury. But...
AG Merrick Garland announces probe into Minneapolis police practices
Attorney General Merrick Garland announced Wednesday that the Justice Department is opening a sweeping investigation into policing practices in Minneapolis a day after former officer Derek Chauvin was convicted in...
Swim at your own risk: Biting worms invading coastline to mate
The clamworm's "hooked" jaws are strong enough to break the skin during spawning season.
North Carolina won’t pass bill to ban youth trans procedures
RALEIGH, NC — The office of North Carolina’s Republican Senate leader said on Tuesday the chamber won’t advance a controversial bill put forward this month by three GOP members that sought to...
Suspect busted for alleged hate crime against Asian woman in NYC
Police have arrested the woman who allegedly hurled anti-Asian statements at a Mandarin-speaking woman and then slapped her in the face on the Lower East Side early this month, cops...
Ex-cop Derek Chauvin pictured in new mugshot after murder conviction
The Minnesota Department of Corrections has released a new booking photo of former Minneapolis cop Derek Chauvin — a day after he was convicted of murdering George Floyd. The Minnesota...
The best value bets at next PGA Tour event
The 47-year-old Stewart Cink earned his second victory of the PGA Tour season with a four-stroke victory over Emiliano Grillo and Harold Varner III at the RBC Heritage. At a...
Simon & Schuster will publish Mike Pence's memoir despite staff objections
Simon & Schuster says it will publish former Vice President Mike Pence's memoir despite objections from employees who signed petitions demanding the company not sign book deals with former Trump...
Gun-toting lawyer who pointed rifle at BLM protesters mulls political career
“I can confirm that it’s a consideration, yes,” McCloskey, a wealthy personal injury lawyer, told Politico on Tuesday evening.
Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic in war of words over grand slam 'obsession'
Novak Djokovic has rejected Rafael Nadal’s claim he is “obsessed” by the grand slam race, saying he is simply motivated to reach his potential. Nadal said in a recent interview...
Mount Everest's first COVID case forces quarantine at base camp
The disease has reached its peak.
Death of 7-month-old Queens boy ruled homicide: cops
Authorities confirmed Wednesday that Garriques' death has been deemed a homicide, and that the baby appeared to be malnourished.
Talk to the hand! Whole Foods will soon let customers pay with palm scan
Whole Foods is getting into palm reading, and yes -- the idea is to separate you from your money as quickly as possible. The upscale grocer said Wednesday that its...
Valentina Shevchenko is dominating UFC 'my way'
Dec. 8, 2018. That’s how far back you have to go to find a fight in which Valentina Shevchenko was anything other than a prohibitive betting favorite. And even on...
Harriet Tubman’s lost Maryland home site found: archaeologists
It was unearthed more than 100 years after the Underground Railroad legend's death.
Teen who filmed shocking George Floyd video reacts to verdict: 'I just cried so hard'
Darnella Frazier, the Minneapolis teen who shot the viral video of George Floyd’s murder at the hands of Derek Chauvin, cried when she heard the guilty verdict.
'Squad' lawmakers repeat demands for police reform after Chauvin verdict
Members of the "Squad" of progressive lawmakers are celebrating the verdict against former police officer Derek Chauvin — but are maintaining their demands to defund the police as the only...
NBA rookie wants his potential new boss A-Rod back with J.Lo
Anthony Edwards continues to serve laughs. Not long after the Minnesota Timberwolves rookie admitted he didn't know of Alex Rodriguez — a.k.a. his potential future boss — Edwards is now...
Gunman kills one, takes own life in Pennsylvania shooting spree
A gunman killed one person and wounded another outside a convenience store in eastern Pennsylvania before taking his own life at a day care center, according to reports. Authorities said...
Instagram fights back, tries to curb abuse on platform
Instagram said Wednesday that it will soon unveil a new feature that will filter offensive words, phrases and emojis from direct messages.
Queen Elizabeth turns 95: Her brand is 'three times' bigger than Oprah's
Her majesty also outranks Kim Kardashian, Beyoncé, Bill Gates, the Obamas — and even Coca-Cola.
NFL Draft prospect reveals hate for 'demon' cats
Alex Leatherwood has plenty of bones to pick with cats. On Monday, the former Alabama offensive lineman spoke to NFL Network's Andrew Siciliano about what teams had quizzed him on...
'I want answers': Mom of teen girl fatally shot by cop speaks out
“My daughter dispatched Columbus police for protection, not to be a homicide today.”
Derek Chauvin taken to maximum-security prison after murder conviction
After being convicted in the murder of George Floyd, Derek Chauvin was taken to the maximum-security Minnesota Correctional Facility-Oak Park Heights, where he was put on "administrative segregation," an official...
Swarm of drones form QR code in the sky
More than 1,000 drones took to the night sky over Shanghai's Huangpu River to celebrate the the one-year anniversary of a video game. The stunning April 17 light show, in...
Former Met and Yankee retires after 12 MLB seasons
Former Met and Yankee Neil Walker announced his retirement from Major League Baseball on Tuesday. “Officially retired, thank you to everyone that helped me in my journey to live out...
Why Mets pushed Jacob deGrom's next start back a day
CHICAGO — Jacob deGrom will take an extra day before his next start. Instead of pitching Thursday in the series finale at Wrigley Field as originally scheduled, the Mets ace...
Yankees stars offensive struggles reach new low
The Yankees' 3-1 win Tuesday over the Braves at the Stadium did nothing to change the woes of Gleyber Torres and Gary Sanchez at the plate. Torres went 0-for-4 and...
Former Mets coach dies at 75
Tom Robson, the Mets’ hitting coach during much of manager Bobby Valentine’s tenure, passed away according to a tweet from Valentine. He was 75. “The best hitting coach and friend...
Raiders owner: Controversial George Floyd tweet was my idea — and I won't take it down
Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis said the tweet the team sent that received angry backlash after ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was convicted of murdering George Floyd was his...
Matt Harvey gets first win in almost two years
MIAMI — Trey Mancini and Freddy Galvis each hit a solo homer in the third inning, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Miami Marlins 7-5 Tuesday night. Matt Harvey (1-1)...
Nets get one good piece of injury news
The Nets received bad news Tuesday regarding James Harden’s hamstring rehab, but at least Kevin Durant’s recovery from a thigh contusion appears to be going much better. A source confirmed...
MLB star has wild outing in team's win
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Any time Shohei Ohtani takes the mound for the Los Angeles Angels, it's a must-see experience. On Tuesday night, the Japanese right-hander had a four-inning outing for...
New Yankee gives rotation a shot in the arm
For the first time this season, a Yankees starter not named Gerrit Cole or Jordan Montgomery made it through five innings Tuesday night. Jameson Taillon took a step toward stabilizing...
The top 10 edge rushers heading into 2021 NFL Draft
The Post’s Ryan Dunleavy gives his top 10 edge rushers in this year’s NFL draft, based on evaluations and conversations with people around the league: Kwity Paye, Michigan, 6-2, 261...
Columbus protesters gather at police headquarters over shooting of teen
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at the Columbus police headquarters on Tuesday night to protest the fatal police shooting of 16-year-old Ma’Khia Bryant. The crowd pushed past police barriers to get...
J&J to resume COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Europe
Johnson & Johnson will resume its COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Europe, the company announced Tuesday, with added packaging labels warning of a rare risk of blood clots. The announcement came...
Xi to attend Biden's climate change summit in first meeting of two leaders
China's President Xi Jinping will attend a U.S.-led climate change summit on Thursday at the invitation of President Joe Biden, in the first meeting between the two leaders since the...
TikTok faces claim for billions in London child privacy lawsuit
TikTok, the wildly popular video app, and its Chinese parent ByteDance could face a damages claim worth billions of pounds (dollars) in London's High Court over allegations they illegally harvested...
Yankees call-up does it all in place of abrupt retiree
Jay Bruce is out and Mike Ford is in. Bruce abruptly announced his retirement prior to Sunday’s loss against the Rays, but remained on the roster for the game. On...
Cops reveal shocking footage in fatal shooting of knife-wielding teen girl
Police in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday night released bodycam footage showing an officer’s fatal shooting of a 16-year-old girl earlier in the day. The truncated video begins at the moment...
Yankees didn't look fragile in this one
Beyond everything else that was wrong with the Yankees over 15 games from hell, from their wayward hacks to their joyless disposition, they came across as mentally soft. Fragile. Lacking...