April 22, 2021
Yankees finally have something to build on
How did it start? Let’s allow Kyle Higashioka to tell you how it started. “The crap kind of hit the fan in the first inning,” Higashioka said. Yes. It did....
Mets swept by Cubs in Wrigley disaster: 'Sh-t sandwich'
CHICAGO — A cold week in the Windy City ended with the Mets floating face down in Lake Michigan, alive but numb. Their jittery defense held for a night, but...
Albany police clash with protesters while clearing 'unlawful' encampment
Albany police clashed with protesters on Thursday while clearing out an “unlawful” encampment that was set up outside of a precinct, a report said. Eight people were arrested during the...
Nets star's return to lineup imminent
The Nets could be back up to a Big 2, with Kevin Durant upgraded to questionable for Friday night’s game at Barclays Center against Boston. With the team woefully shorthanded...
The last time Giants took risk and traded down in NFL draft
Ernie Accorsi is the last Giants GM to trade down at the NFL Draft. He has plenty of insight as to when its could be the right move.
Much-touted NBA draft prospect dies in car crash
Former University of Kentucky basketball player Terrence Clarke died in a car crash on Thursday in Los Angeles, according to the school. The 19-year-old guard ran a red light at...
Trump slams 'racist' LeBron James after Ohio cop tweet
Former President Donald Trump slammed NBA star LeBron James on Thursday for an inflammatory tweet about the Ohio cop who shot and killed 16-year-old Ma’Khia Bryant. "LeBron James should focus...
Islanders fall to rival — and out of first place
The Islanders relinquished first place in the East Division as the Capitals’ Evgeny Kuznetsov scored the deciding goal of a shootout, giving Washington a 1-0 win on Thursday night at...
Giants GM can't shake this NFL Draft 'urban myth'
There was a time, Dave Gettleman says, when he was going to do it. “It’’ is something he has never, ever done, in the eight previous NFL drafts (five for...
Troubling Rangers trend continues as playoff gap widens
The Rangers dropped their second straight following four straight wins over the Devils and fell eight points behind Boston for the fourth and final playoff spot in the East Division.
Devils' losing streak keeps growing
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Penguins weren’t happy with the way they finished Tuesday night’s game against the Devils, but they still blew out struggling New Jersey. Team captain Sidney Crosby...
Yankees finally bust out
CLEVELAND — For most of this young season, the Yankees have looked nothing like a team that’s going to make it to the playoffs, let alone contend for a championship....
Queens pols line up behind Eric Adams for mayor
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams has scored endorsements from four Queens politicians.
Lead foot NYC pol has to be shamed into saying 'I will slow down'
A city councilman exposed by The Post for repeatedly speeding in school zones admitted Thursday that "I should slow down" -- but had to be pressured into promising that he...
Shell-clocked: Woman gashed in the head after turtle crashes through windshield
The 71-year-old was riding with her daughter on Interstate 95 Wednesday morning when the reptile came crashing in, the Daytona Beach News-Journal reported.
Quite a baby boomer: Explosion from gender reveal party felt miles away
A New Hampshire gender reveal party was such a blast that it shook homes in neighboring towns, prompting concerns of an earthquake — and was even felt across state lines...
Tom Thibodeau's Coach of Year case: 'Better be in the running'
Tom Thibodeau’s bid for NBA Coach of The Year is picking up steam with the Knicks’ eight-game winning streak. The Knicks will go for their ninth straight victory when they...
77 Iowa inmates received overdoses of COVID vaccine
Dozens of Iowa prisoners received overdoses of the COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday -- kicking off an internal investigation at the state facility.
Mom charged with murder after young daughter's fentanyl overdose
A grand jury indicted Prestina Clark-Wilcox for first-degree murder, aggravated child neglect and aggravated child endangerment, according to People Magazine. The child died in July.
Mets star 'all in' on participating in Home Run Derby
CHICAGO — Pete Alonso is itching to take a shot at defending his Home Run Derby crown. “I’m all in, I am ready,” the Mets first baseman said Thursday. Alonso...
Cornerback likely not a Giants priority at NFL Draft
Could the Giants take a cornerback high in this NFL draft? It is more likely they go in a different direction in the first round.
Man fatally shoots pregnant wife, 23, and toddler son in grisly murder-suicide
An Arkansas man shot and killed his 23-year-old pregnant wife and her toddler son before turning the gun on himself in a horrific murder-suicide, authorities said. Police believe David Wayne...
This week in whoppers: Cuomo's arrogance, Jarrett's twisted logic and more
Diary of disturbing disinformation and dangerous delusions: Gov. Andrew Cuomo says: “New York’s success in dealing with COVID is inarguable.” We say: This is the height of arrogance from New York’s human-limpet...
Trump gives thumbs up on Post’s push for lifesaving COVID vaccine
The Post’s push to get New Yorkers to roll up their sleeves and get vaccinated against the coronavirus is drawing a big thumbs-up from Donald Trump.
How Tom Jones still keeps it 'panty throwing' sexy at 80
"Sexbomb” singer dishes the truth about Prince Philip once insulting him, aging in a pandemic and if he still wears leather pants.
Rejoining Nets for playoffs 'realistic' for injured star guard
Spencer Dinwiddie has been in California working feverishly on his rehabilitation for a partially torn ACL. And this week the Nets guard said in no uncertain terms that a comeback...
Jets bring cornerback need to NFL Draft
If you make a list of the Jets’ needs after quarterback, cornerback is at the top of the list.
Mets bench slumping starter
CHICAGO — Jeff McNeil’s peripheral numbers indicate he’s hitting the ball better than his true statistics suggest, but that’s not to say he’s been a victim. The slumping Mets second...
Broadway workers chant 'f--k Scott Rudin' at feisty protest
Hundreds of theatre-goers, actors and behind-the-scenes personnel attended the rally demanding better work conditions for POC actors and actresses.
Man stages wild fake emergency with FDNY to propose to nurse girlfriend
Mike Matthews staged an elaborate proposal with a fake emergency involving the FDNY and his pregnant friend — plus "Queer Eye" star Tan France.
MLB loaded with questions without good answers
Tuesday night on YES, David Cone was on a roll. In the fourth inning as the Yankees faced the Braves — in another game that challenged the better senses to...
Yankees address Gleyber Torres failing to hustle
CLEVELAND — Aaron Boone said he talked to Gleyber Torres about not running out his check-swing comebacker in Wednesday’s loss to the Braves in The Bronx. “We spoke,’’ Boone said...
Joe Biden's unserious Earth Day summit
President Biden calls Russian President Vladimir Putin a “killer,” while Chinese President Xi Jinping and his regime “blatantly violate human rights” and both think “autocracy is the wave of the...
S-C-O-T-U-S, SCOTUS! 'Cursing cheerleader' free speech case heads to Supreme Court
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the so-called "cursing cheerleader" lawsuit on Wednesday -- a First Amendment case that could impact public schools across the country. The case...
Are conflicts of interest OK as long as everything's green?
Kudos to The Washington Free Beacon for pointing out that Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm holds major stock in a company that President Joe Biden keeps promoting as part of his...
White House mulling grants for Critical Race Theory in classrooms
The Department of Education may be using financial grants to get schools to teach "Critical Race Theory" in classes.
Activists dump cow poop in DC street to protest Biden climate plan
Protests decided to demonstrate against President Biden's climate plans by littering the street with manure.
Black-owned businesses struggling at George Floyd Square, plead for help
Black-owned businesses at the intersection where George Floyd was killed by police last year say they are in dire straits.
Virginia Tech cornerback's NFL draft status is a mystery
Ninth of an 11-part series. Coming tomorrow: Safety A few months ago, Caleb Farley was at or near the top of any cornerback rankings for the 2021 NFL Draft. Now,...
Joe Douglas plays coy with Jets' No. 2 pick
With a week to go until the draft, Jets general manager Joe Douglas still is not revealing who he plans on selecting No. 2 overall Thursday. The entire world seems...
Cher on how she helped save 'World's Loneliest Elephant'
Her four-year journey to help save an abused elephant from a Pakistani zoo is documented in "Cher & The Loneliest Elephant" now on Paramount+.
Mayoral candidate Ray McGuire calls for reopened schools, pre-k for toddlers
Mayoral candidate Ray McGuire pitched an ambitious plan to expand New York City’s pre-kindergarten programs to cover toddlers as part of his push to overhaul and improve the public school...
'Mortal Kombat' review: After a serious year, it's silly, gory fun
You’ve gotta hand it to Warner Bros. With their new reboot of “Mortal Kombat,” the studio has given audiences the anti-Oscars.
Inside Sean Hannity's new $5.3M Palm Beach home next door to Donald Trump
Photos of the three-bedroom, five-bathroom pad's previous design look straight out of a scene from the film "Boogie Nights."
Mets podcast: This is no time to panic
The Bears played at Wrigley Field Wednesday ...the Bad News Bears, disguised as the New York Mets. Don't show that game film to anyone who is trying to learn how...
Letters to the Editor — April 23, 2021
The Issue: A suspect freed without bail after allegedly trying to shove an Asian cop onto the subway tracks. Every state legislator who supported the lame-brained bail-reform laws should note...
Gotham's next mayor could turn NYC into America's small-biz capital
New York City should be the best place in America to start and run a business. In truth, Gotham is ranked dead last in the ease of becoming an entrepreneur,...
Quarterback's fairytale NFL comeback was nearly 'sabotaged'
Alex Smith said the Washington Football Team’s first-year coaching staff was “patronizing” during his return from an injury that nearly required leg amputation and prematurely ended his NFL career.
Will the Times apologize for lying about Officer Sicknick's death?
An unruly crowd entered the US Capitol on Jan. 6, while then-President Donald Trump addressed a rally several blocks away. One member of that crowd, Ashli Babbitt, an unarmed woman and a...
We badly needed this Knicks gift
It is hard to imagine a time when we needed this more, frankly, this flabbergasting, dumbfounding, out-of-the-(orange-and)-blue surprise of a Knicks season. Forget the way our world at large has...
Bruno Mars' universe of collaborators, from Adele to Alicia Keys
The 11-time Grammy winner has a long history of sharing his finesse as a writer, producer and featured singer with other artists. Here are just some of the acts —...
There's a better way than Biden's unrealistic, expensive climate pledge
For the past 30 years, the global approach to climate policy has been making grand promises and later mostly failing to live up to them. At his World Leaders Climate...
Cops step in to stop partner who punched handcuffed female suspect in head
Two California cops stepped in to stop a third officer from roughing up a handcuffed female suspect in an incident caught on video. In the clip, which was obtained by...
Rangers flipping wingers in lineup shakeup
Maybe it is about demoting Chris Kreider. Maybe it is about elevating Alexis Lafreniere. Maybe it is about shaking up a lineup that has been a model of stability for...
Team Cuomo is now just piling lies atop lies
Gone are the days when Emmy Award-winning Gov. Andrew Cuomo made himself king of the news briefing, answering reporters' questions face-to-socially-distanced-face all the day long about COVID-19 and his “leadership”...
The feds' foolish J&J vax pause is already undermining the war on COVID
A little more than a week ago, federal officials called for a pause in the use of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine. The decision came after reports of six cases...
Wild video shows livestock ride alongside human passengers on Chinese train
And you thought the New York City subway was wild... Bizarre new video shows pigs, goats and sheep strolling the aisles of a train in China -- coexisting peacefully with...
Stocks drop on Biden's plan to double capital gains tax for wealthy
Stocks tumbled Thursday on a report that President Biden is mulling a plan to nearly double what wealthy people pay on their investment gains. A Bloomberg News report that Biden...
Journalists pray for miracle to stave off Tribune takeover by Alden
Now that talks have broken off between Tribune Publishing and hotel magnate Stewart Bainum, the newspaper company's journalists are hoping for a miracle to derail a $634 million bid by...
Man who allegedly threatened Olympian charged with hate crime for attacking Asian couple
A homeless man has been charged with a hate crime for attacking an elderly Asian couple at a California park -- and is also being investigated for allegedly threatening a...
Earth Day almost had a totally different name
Earth Day was almost dead in the water before it started, thanks to the laughably bad name organizers originally had in mind for the annual event. A bi-partisan pair of...
Donovan awarded $1.5M in taxpayer funds for mayoral bid despite dad's $2M to PAC
Candidate Shaun Donovan's long-shot bid to replace Mayor Bill de Blasio next year got a financial shot in the arm Thursday when the Campaign Finance Board voted to award nearly...
DOT to reserve hundreds of parking spots for Zipcar, car-sharing vehicles
The Department of Transportation will be opening up hundreds of parking spots for car-sharing vehicles.
Deshaun Watson, accusers claim one another are destroying evidence
Six women walked into a courtroom Thursday accompanied by the legal team that has filed civil suit against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson for sexual misconduct on the behalf of 22...
Woman accused of execution-style murder caught on camera felt 'enough was enough,' sister says
The woman charged with murdering her former girlfriend of nearly two decades on a Park Slope street snapped and felt “enough was enough” following a contentious relationship between the pair,...
North Carolina boy, 7, shot and killed in possible road rage incident
A 7-year-old boy riding in his mother's car with his younger siblings was shot and killed Wednesday night in a possible road rage incident.
Pair of infants found dead in NYC, mom in custody
Two young babies were found dead in Queens Thursday afternoon and their 23-year-old mother is in custody, The Post has learned. The infants were found in a city housing apartment...
Pace of US COVID vaccinations is declining
The pace of coronavirus vaccinations in the US is on the decline, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data released Thursday. The average rate at which shots were...
Young girls more vulnerable to online predators than ever before
A UK-based internet watchdog is urging parents to closely monitor their kids' activity on social media.
Man who rammed MTA vehicle had 'kill' list in his car, feds say
A crazed man rammed his Jeep into an MTA vehicle earlier this month in the Hudson Valley -- and was carrying a notebook with a page labeled "list -- to...
Tim Scott to offer GOP response to Biden's joint session address to Congress
Sen. Tim Scott was tapped to offer the Republican response to President Biden's first address to a joint session of Congress, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and House Minority...
Consumer Reports says it proved that a Tesla can operate with no one in driver's seat
Consumer Reports engineers were able to operate a Tesla vehicle without anyone in the driver's seat, and the system failed to send out a warning or indicate that the driver's seat...
Electric Citi Bike rival service coming to Manhattan
A privately-run rival to the New York City-backed Citi Bike program is set to roll out an all-electric-bike fleet across Manhattan next week. Transportation start-up JOCO will make hundreds of...
Ma’Khia Bryant’s TikTok videos show she was just a kid, users say
TikTok videos posted by the 16-year-old Ohio girl who was killed by police while wielding a knife this week are a heartbreaking reminder that she was just a child, social...
Sen. Hawley lone ‘no’ vote on anti-Asian hate crimes bill
The US Senate passed a bill aimed at tracking anti-Asian hate crimes by an overwhelming majority of 94-1 -- with Sen. Josh Hawley the lone "no" vote.
This NYC pol favors school-zone speed cameras — and got caught by them 8 times!
He's a high-speed hypocrite! City Councilman Brad Lander -- who's crusaded against reckless drivers and pushed a law that lets the city seize their cars -- has been caught speeding...
UK killer waves at cops from motorbike during fatal 161-mph chase
An alleged UK murderer was seen waving to cops during a deadly high speed police chase.
Iran reportedly used drone to take close-up images of US aircraft carrier in Persian Gulf
Iran flew a drone over a US aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf, capturing detailed footage of fighter jets aligned on the deck.
O.J. Simpson bashes LeBron James for Ohio cop tweet
O.J. Simpson has gone from jailbird to law-and-order crusader. The famous ex-con took a pro-cop stance Thursday when he backed an Ohio officer who fatally shot a knife-wielding teen and...
Plenty of pedigree among top 10 cornerbacks in NFL Draft
The Post’s Ryan Dunleavy gives his top 10 cornerbacks in this year’s NFL draft, based on evaluations and conversations with people around the league: 1. Patrick Surtain II, Alabama, 6-2,...
'Hero' rail worker in India saves boy from oncoming train, video shows
A worker at a train station in India risked his life to save a young boy who fell onto the tracks -- pulling the child and himself to safety just...
Woman who intentionally hit kids with her car over their skin color pleads guilty
An Iowa woman who allegedly admitted to intentionally running over a black child and a Latina child with her car has pleaded guilty to hate crime charges. Nicole Poole Franklin,...
Yankees star calls Derek Chauvin guilty verdict a 'no-brainer'
Aaron Hicks was encouraged by the fact that Chauvin was found guilty on all three charges and faces up to 40 years behind bars on the top charge for killing...
MyHeritage 'Deep Nostalgia' app brings WWII vet's wife back
"Holy smokes ... she's alive!" Ninety-eight-year-old Jake Larson was brought to tears using MyHeritage's Deep Nostalgia app. See the World War II veteran's emotional reaction to an animation of an...
You can score an extra 10 percent off Zulily's trendy Sustainability Shop
April 22 is Earth Day, so what better way to celebrate than with some must-have sustainable products?
Uber, Lyft boost driver pay as demand for rides soars
Ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft are boosting driver pay in a desperate effort to meet soaring demand for their services as the pandemic wanes. In some major cities, including Denver...
Take the Under in this AL West showdown
The Houston Astros have had a tough go of it offensively, but have their ace on the mound Thursday as they look to get back on track against the Los...
Biden eyes capital gains hike — here's what it would mean for NY
President Joe Biden will reportedly be proposing new capital gains tax rates that will be quite the raise for some New Yorkers.
Paris Jackson to star on 'American Horror Story' with Macaulay Culkin
Michael Jackson's daughter has found her next acting gig in the popular anthology series. Her co-star: Her rumored godfather.
Supreme Court upholds life without parole sentences for juveniles
The Supreme Court on Thursday shot down a Mississippi man's bid to overturn a life sentence he got for killing his grandfather at age 15 -- with the majority ruling...
CDC 'looking' into whether masks are necessary outside
The CDC is looking into whether people should continue to wear masks outdoors to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the agency's boss said Thursday.
Institutional Investor's top editors jump to London-based rival
Institutional Investor, the flagship publication of publicly traded Euromoney Institutional Investor PLC, has lost its top two editors to another London-based rival looking to expand its US offerings. Kip McDaniel,...
Bette Midler scores buyer for $50 million Manhattan penthouse
The superstar really has the wind beneath her wings now, and she is flyin' high!
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker's finger-sucking, explained
Is it a kink? A digital form of exhibitionism? A way to troll the paparazzi? The Post investigates.
Marjorie Taylor Greene says AOC has agreed to Green New Deal debate
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene claims Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has agreed to debate her on the economic policy behind the Green New Deal. Greene (R-Ga.) made the announcement on Twitter Wednesday,...
Former NFL linebacker 'fighting for his life' at 33 years old
Former NFL linebacker Geno Hayes is under hospice care for liver complications and “fighting for his life.”
Pigeon breaks into NYC apartment, lays eggs on bed and now lives in window
This bird-brained roommate nearly got herself evicted.
Tom Brady is completely flipping out over NFL's new 'dumb' rule
Tom Brady isn't a fan of the NFL's rule change that allows players to change their jersey number based on position, saying that it's "dumb," and is "going to make...
Trump's star returns to Walk of Fame months after it was destroyed
Donald Trump has returned to Hollywood — at least on the Walk of Fame. The former president's star is back on the fabled strip in Los Angeles months after it...
Disney inks deal to stream 'Spider-Man' and other Sony movies
Disney has signed a massive pact with Sony to bring the 'Spider-Man' franchise and older movies like "Jumanji" to Disney's streaming service and TV networks. The deal covers new Sony...
New York Comic Con sets 'very limited' in-person event for October
After going virtual last year over COVID concerns, it is slated to return Oct. 7 to 10.
Meet the man in a bear suit walking from Los Angeles to San Francisco
He has got a giant padded head, perfectly round red cheeks and a bobbletail and he is walking from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Jesse Larios says he does not...
'Worse than death': College student doused with acid recalls attack
The Long Island college student who was doused with acid in her own driveway said she endured a “worse than death experience."
GOP offers $586B counter to Biden infrastructure plan
Senate Republicans unveiled their counterproposal to President Biden's $2.5 trillion infrastructure plan on Thursday, offering a narrower alternative to the broad, mammoth plan. The framework — spearheaded by GOP Sens. Shelley Moore...
UK lawmakers pass motion saying China committing genocide
LONDON — British lawmakers on Thursday approved a parliamentary motion declaring that China’s policies against its Uyghur minority population in the far western Xinjiang region amounted to genocide and crimes...
Bronx man shot dead over 'garbage' cocaine
An aging drug dealer was shot dead in the Bronx by a man who was angry over the "garbage" cocaine he peddled, police and sources said Thursday. Christopher Bridges, 58,...
'Conjuring 3' trailer drops, but the real-life story is even scarier
'The Devil Made Me Do It" takes its inspiration from the real-life case of Arne Cheyenne Johnson.
Mars Ingenuity helicopter makes even riskier flight over red planet
The Mars Ingenuity helicopter has completed its second historic flight, NASA said Thursday morning -- after making history earlier this week with the first controlled flight on another planet. "#MarsHelicopter...
The Yankees don't have a true leader
The Knicks are good again and it may have taken the Yankees being bad for it to happen. What is going on in The Bronx? A 6-11 start, a lack...
Orphaned polar bear cub cuddles 'like a dog' after rescue
A group of brave gold miners — with their own hearts of gold — have saved an abandoned polar bear cub in the Arctic.
Dad jumps off dam with infant daughter in shocking murder-suicide
An Australian dad jumped off a 118-foot structure called the "Whispering Wall" while clutching his 9-month-old daughter in a shocking murder-suicide. Police in South Australia responded to the acoustic retaining...
Viola Davis' trainer spills secrets of her post-'Ma Rainey' weight loss
From voluptuous vaudeville virtuoso to chiseled woman warrior: Viola Davis has astonishing range as an actress. And her body has to keep up with her. “There isn’t anything she can’t...
Much-hyped Rangers rookie set for NHL debut
Let’s just say the hype the last time a defenseman joined the Rangers lineup straight out of UMass for a late-season game didn’t quite match the buildup preceding Zac Jones’...
Daunte Wright remembered as a 'jokester' and family man at emotional funeral
Emotion was high at the church Thursday afternoon, where about 1,000 mourners — some in tears and many in red, Wright's favorite color — gathered in hopes of getting inside.
AT&T profits surge as wireless unit, HBO Max add customers
Shares of AT&T rose Thursday after the telecom giant's first-quarter results topped analyst expectations. The company's wireless division, its largest unit, added 595,000 phone customers who pay a monthly bill,...
Woman who executed ex-girlfriend in Park Slope held without bail
The woman accused of fatally gunning down her ex-girlfriend execution-style in broad daylight on a Park Slope street was ordered held without bail at her arraignment Thursday -- as prosecutors revealed a disturbing...
LeBron James glad to see Knicks' renaissance: NBA is 'better off'
Even LeBron James is happy for the Knicks. After the Knicks secured their eighth straight win over the Hawks on Wednesday night, James, the self-dubbed "King of New York," tweeted:...
China underreporting severity of air pollution levels, new study suggests
Air pollution data in China may have been manipulated by local officials, according to a new study conducted by Harvard and Boston University researchers. The analysis, published Wednesday, found statistically significant differences between data from...
Disgraced NYC pol Andy King sued by another former staffer
Disgraced city politician Andy King tried to obstruct a probe into his conduct, a former staffer alleges in yet another lawsuit accusing the ousted councilman of bullying and abusing his...
Former NYC schools boss Carranza fined for taking wife to 'Hamilton' on DOE discount
The departed administrator brought his spouse to a special production for employees in April 2019.
FAA says Boeing still working on fix for over 100 grounded 737 MAX planes
The Federal Aviation Administration on Thursday said 106 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes have been grounded worldwide by an electrical issue and said the planemaker is still working on a fix....
Hong Kong robots help autistic children boost social skills
A Hong Kong professor has developed an educational program using role-playing robots to help children with autism improve their social skills, part of an initiative adopted by non-profit groups and...
New Jersey deli valued at more than $100 million delisted from stock market
The modest purveyor of meats and cheeses had achieved a market capitalization of more than $100 million despite the fact that its sole shop only logged sales of $35,000 over...
'Scream again': Watch the bodycam video showing cop taunting, tasing handcuffed 67-year-old man
Police Officer Nolan Dehon is heard on video telling Izell Richardson during the encounter in Louisiana last month, "Go ahead, scream. Scream again." Dehon zaps him twice and then continues...
Lawmaker allegedly told cops arresting him is 'bad' because he controls budget
Officers had to use pepper spray and a Taser to subdue Michigan state Rep. Jewell Jones and take him into custody. A loaded .40-caliber Glock was also found inside the...
New York English exam questions recycled from old tests
Citing the upheaval wrought by the coronavirus, state officials asked the federal government for a waiver on tests this year but were denied.
Dubai-bred baby sharks released into Persian Gulf
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The baby sharks, bred at a gargantuan luxury resort on Dubai’s artificial palm-shaped island, had never before encountered the open sea. But on Thursday, the...
Knicks' late-night sessions have changed everything
As their win streak rolls on, Tom Thibodeau had to tell his players to take a night off from the three-point sessions that have seen the Knicks become one of...
De Blasio says this COVID restriction could disappear if vaccine rates rise
In an effort to incentivize more New Yorkers to get inoculated, Mayor Bill de Blasio hinted that some coronavirus safety rules and restrictions could disappear with higher vaccination rates.
Instagram star cat dies from injuries after boy trips on leash
Ponzu, a gray tabby with more than 33,000 followers, had been walking with his owners when they encountered the child in McCarren Park near Greenpoint, cops said.
Les McKeown, Bay City Rollers singer, dead at 65
He was the frontman for the Bay City Rollers during their heyday in the mid-1970s, during which they recorded such mega-hits as "Shang-A-Lang," "Bye Bye Baby" and "Give a Little...
Lawmakers told Russia likely behind 'directed-energy' attacks on US troops
The Pentagon has briefed top lawmakers on suspected "directed-energy" attacks against US troops, potentially by Russia, according to a report. At least two groups of lawmakers with the necessary security...
Far from border, VP Harris says migrants need 'sense of hope that help is on the way'
Vice President Kamala Harris said Thursday that Central Americans need "a sense of hope that help is on the way" to deter migration to the overwhelmed US-Mexico border. Harris was...
Top NY pol rebuked for standing with Cuomo after calling for resignation
Andrea Stewart-Cousins called for Cuomo’s resignation over a month ago, naming allegations of sexual misconduct, a toxic work environment and the nursing home scandal as reasons for significant “distraction.”
The insight we can take from Giants GM's draft wish
The Giants have the No. 11-overall pick in next week’s NFL draft and they need to get a player who must make an immediate impact, like right now, for the...
J&J COVID vaccine could be available again as soon as this weekend
The CDC and the FDA recommended a temporary halt on the one-dose jab after six women out of about 7.5 million people reported serious blood clots after they were inoculated.
Ex-Jets QB has one fear with Zach Wilson
Memo to Zach Wilson: You will be playing quarterback for the Jets, not point guard for the Harlem Globetrotters. That message comes from Mark Sanchez, who has worn the cleats...
Photo of Texas teacher's foot on black student's neck sparks anger, investigation
A Texas elementary school teacher took a photo of her foot on a black student's neck and texted it to the young boy's mother -- drawing fury from administrators and...
Confirmation of top Biden scientist delayed over ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Questions over Eric Lander’s association with Jeffrey Epstein have delayed his nomination to be director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy.
Greta Thunberg to Congress: US must cut fossil fuels before poorer countries
Critics have described her forceful projections of doom as naive — which she acknowledged in her testimony.
'Extremely Rare': Two 'Price Is Right' players hit big on same day
The price is record-breakingly right.
US Postal Service reportedly tracking Americans' social media posts
Posts deemed threatening are reportedly sent to federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to be monitored.
Soho Gallery Building penthouse with intriguing past sold for $10M
The developer Ara Hovnanian and his artist wife, Rachel Lee, are snatching up the place for a relatively low $10 million.
Russia plans to launch own space station after quitting ISS
Russia is ready to start building its own space station with the aim of launching it into orbit by 2030 if President Vladimir Putin gives the go-ahead, the head of...
'Kill me': Chilling bodycam footage shows California deputy shoot knife-wielding man
A California sheriff's deputy fatally shot a knife-wielding man who told him to "kill me" as he approached with the weapon, video released this week shows.
NYC Councilman Chaim Deutsch pleads guilty in federal tax fraud case
Chaim Deutsch was charged and pleaded guilty Thursday morning in Manhattan federal court to tax fraud for failing to report business income connected to his real estate company.
House approves making Washington, DC, a state
The House on Thursday voted to make Washington, DC, the nation’s 51st state — following a heated debate among lawmakers that included wild accusations from Rep. Mondaire Jones that Republican...
Sign at George Floyd Square gives list of special orders for white visitors
The square where George Floyd was murdered by ex-Minnesota cop Derek Chauvin now has a sign with special rules for white people.
White North Carolina official fired for refusing to use black woman's doctoral title
Tony Collins, a member of the Greensboro Zoning Commission, was removed by the City Council this week after a tense exchange involving a professor.
Knicks fans went wild outside MSG after eighth straight win
It's a good time to be a Knicks fan. The players got a standing ovation from the crowd as the final seconds ticked off the clock in Wednesday night's 137-127...
As extreme weather increases, climate misinformation adapts
PROVIDENCE, RI — Climate scientists have warned for years that a warming planet would cause more extreme storms, like the one that walloped Texas in February, knocking out power and leaving millions in a deep...
The bloody details of NBA player's strip club assault
Houston Rockets guard Sterling Brown entered the wrong van after leaving a strip club and was beaten in a bloody scene that left those close to him fearing for his...
NBA power rankings for bettors: Where Nets stand
Just a few weeks remain in the NBA regular season, but quite a few teams refuse to start buckling down. The Nets experienced one of the biggest drops this week,...
Man behind failed 2017 subway bombing gets life in prison
Akayed Ullah, who set off a botched pipe bomb in a subway tunnel underneath the Port Authority bus terminal in 2017, was sentenced to life behind bars Thursday morning. The...
Streak of home sales smashes records in NYC's hottest 'hoods
City real estate was not immune to an unprecedented year: From Astoria to Park Slope, they've all seen their sales records smashed.
TikTok flaw allows users to upload porn and violent videos
The horrific clips, denoted by the hashtag "don't search this up," racked up 50 million views before getting banned.
Millennials are moving back into awkward teen rooms in record numbers
Let the renovations commence: 26.6M adults are now residing with a parent — the highest number since the Great Depression.
NASA extracts breathable oxygen from thin Martian air
NASA has logged another extraterrestrial first on its latest mission to Mars: converting carbon dioxide from the Martian atmosphere into pure, breathable oxygen, the US space agency said on Wednesday....
More charges filed against alleged King Soopers gunman Ahmad Alissa
The charging document lists 19 new victims — including 11 law enforcement officers — that Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa is accused of trying to kill when he opened fire at...
US lawmakers back $100 billion science push to compete with China
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers on Wednesday introduced legislation calling for $100 billion in government spending over five years on basic and advanced technology research and science in the...
Inside a top interior designer's masterpiece home — and it's now on the market for millions
Carolyn Pressly, known for creating sophisticated homes in the Hamptons and UES, is heading to Palm Beach.
Celebrity stylist sells Cali-inspired Greenpoint home for $5M
The home was once occupied by an 1850s-era sea captain.
Empty NYC office floors are taking on new life as artist studios
Savvy commercial landlords have found new and creative uses for their empty buildings.
It's a dog-save-dog world
This heroic dog could make a living as a lifeguard. When a Pomeranian named Chucky fell into a backyard pool, his fellow canine, Jessie, saved the tiny dog from drowning....
Famous sports streaker wasn't ready for what came next
American influencer Kinsey Wolanski has opened up on how streaking during the 2019 Champions League final boosted her career. The 24-year-old left all eyes on her in Madrid two years...
Some Republicans say they don't want to attend Biden's first address to Congress
President Biden will deliver his first address to Congress as commander-in-chief next week, and a growing number of Republicans appear ready to miss it.
Syrian missile lands near Israel's top-secret nuclear reactor
Early reports from across Israel cited a loud explosion that the IDF later confirmed was the result of a Patriot defense system battery responding to the missile.
Over 100 protesters demonstrate against police shooting of Ohio teen
At least 150 demonstrators chanted Bryant's age outside the Columbus police headquarters, where they assembled for the second night in a row on Wednesday, the Columbus Dispatch reported.
Man fills bowling ball with father's ashes — then rolls perfect game
Big ups to this bowler in the sky: John Hinkle Jr. of Illinois bowled a perfect 300 using a bowl custom made with the ashes of his late father.
Brett Favre says it's 'hard to believe' Derek Chauvin meant to kill George Floyd
After urging athletes to stay out of politics, NFL Hall of Famer Brett Favre weighed in on the guilty verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial.
Alternate juror in Derek Chauvin trial relieved she wasn't on jury
An alternate juror in the Derek Chauvin murder trial said she was relieved she wasn't on the jury because she was "worried" about how people would react to the verdict.
UK music awards to have live audience, no masks
LONDON — Organizers say 4,000 people will be able to attend the ceremony for Britain’s leading music prize night next month as part of the government’s easing of coronavirus restrictions....
Struggling Tigers starter will get it done in this spot
Two struggling pitchers look to get healthy facing two struggling lineups as this struggling fortune-teller tries to pick up another W. The Pirates face the Tigers on getaway day. Matchup...
India records world’s biggest single-day rise in COVID-19 cases
India recorded the world's highest daily tally of 314,835 COVID-19 infections on Thursday as a second wave of the pandemic raised new fears about the ability of crumbling health services...
76ers star narrowly misses epic, full-court buzzer-beater to force OT in tough loss
So. Close. Sixers star Joel Embiid was an in-and-out, full-court buzzer-beater away from forcing overtime in a 116-113 loss to the Suns on Wednesday night. ‘When I threw it, it...
Shocking video shows man attempting to rob, sexually assault woman in Brooklyn
A creep tried to rob a woman and then sexually assaulted her in a horrifying Brooklyn attack this week, cops said.
15 reusable and sustainable items on sale for Earth Day you’ll love
It’s good to show Mother Earth some love by reducing your plastic usage, conserving water, using long-lasting light bulbs, and shopping smart. It never hurts to buy products that are...
These biodegradable organic hair ties are on sale for Earth Day
Finding an eco-friendly alternative to an item you love isn’t as hard as you would think. This Earth Day, it’s important that we all do our part by purchasing planet-friendly...
Montana mountain biker narrowly escapes charging black bear
The terrifying footage, released Monday by the Montana Knife Company, shows the unidentified biker discovering he is not at the top of the food chain.
American Airlines, JetBlue add 24 new flights in time for summer
American Airlines and JetBlue are adding a slew of new flights just in time for the busy summer travel season.
Russia arrests over 1,700 at rallies for hunger-striking Navalny
Police rounded up more than 1,700 protesters on Wednesday as Russians in dozens of cities took part in rallies organized by allies of hunger-striking Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny over his...
Man mumbles anti-Asian comment, gestures to punch woman in NYC: cops
The victim was walking in Tribeca when the stranger muttered something that included the word “Asian” before raising his fist, authorities said.
Imperfect Foods wants to make your Earth Day perfect with promo code
Imperfect Foods is a grocery delivery service on a mission to make your food shopping perfect for you and your family, as well as for the environment, providing customers an...
Walmart ditching massive pick-up towers in hundreds of stores
The retailer is removing 300 of these towers and “hibernating” another 1,300 because customers grew accustomed to curbside pick-up during the pandemic.
20-year-old firefighter dies during his very first shift
Efren Medina, 20, passed away early Saturday while on his first tour of duty with the St. Marys Fire Department in Georgia, the department said.
Trouble afoot! Off-duty cop busted for slugging sister in fight over slipper: police
Officer Rosanna Espinal, 28, slugged her 37-year-old sister multiple times as the dispute between the siblings heated up, police said.
The moment Jorge Masvidal's UFC world changed: 'How about if I just murdered those guys?'
The journey toward the top has not been smooth for Jorge Masvidal. He’s lost 14 pro MMA bouts. He’s come up short of championships in the three most noteworthy fight...
Florida woman accidentally broadcasts butt injection during Zoom court hearing
Defendant redefined "booty call" during her virtual court appearance in Miami.
Book about Philip Roth pulled after biographer is accused of rape
Blake Bailey — who was handpicked by the "Portnoy's Complaint" author to pen the book — was also dropped by his literacy agency.
Are the Rangers finished?
The Rangers' playoff hopes are slimmer than my chances of ever turning down chicken parm. If the Blueshirts want to find their way in, they pretty much need to win...
Harris to meet virtually with Guatemalan president, plans Central America trip
The veep described her role as "bringing together” cabinet secretaries and other "foundation leaders from across our country" to discuss the immigration issue.
Biden announces ambitious emissions goal, cites 'moral imperative'
Calling it a “moral imperative,” President Biden on Thursday pledged the US would cut greenhouse gas emissions by 52 percent by the year 2035. The president, speaking at a White...
Yankees star dominating with new pitch
Aroldis Chapman’s new pitch is called a “split change.” But there’s nothing new or changed about the results he is getting: a lot of empty swings. As the Yankees’ hitting,...
Latest jobless stats show sign of COVID layoffs slowing
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits has hit its lowest level since the pandemic began, the Labor Department reported Thursday. First-time claims for unemployment insurance totaled 547,000, significantly...
Ex-Padre on wrong side of Tom Seaver history is glad Jacob deGrom fell short
Al Ferrara, Brooklyn-born-and-raised and a Southern California resident for a long time now, followed Saturday’s Mets-Rockies opener with more of a vested interest than most. As Jacob deGrom racked up...
Snoop Dogg implies he smoked weed with Obama in new song
Who else but Snoop Dogg could get high with a commander in chief of the United States of America?
LeBron James says tweet about police shooting 'being used to create more hate'
LeBron James eventually deleted the tweet after it sparked a firestorm of outrage.
This 15-year-old is already being touted as hockey's next superstar
Move over Connor McDavid, there’s another star hockey player named Connor on the way. At just 15 years old, Connor Bedard is considered one of the top prospects eligible for...
Daunte Wright's girlfriend suffered fractured jaw during fatal stop: report
Daunte Wright’s girlfriend reportedly suffered a fractured jaw during the traffic stop in which he was shot dead by a Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, cop. Danielle Albrecht said her daughter Alayna...
Bodycam video shows teen struggling for gun before being shot by cops
Dramatic bodycam footage shows police shooting dead a Tennessee teen in his high school bathroom as he grabs a gun while resisting arrest.
Neighbor insists cops had no choice but to shoot teen after new video surfaces
A neighbor of the Ohio teen shot dead by police said he saw the chaotic events that led to the fatal incident.
Man fatally shot in the head on Bronx street
A 58-year-old man who lived two blocks away from the shooting was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said.
Police help ducklings cross a bridge
Why did the police officer cross the road? To help a family of ducks. Watch as more than a dozen ducklings — and their mother — were ushered over a...
Yankees starter returns for another shot to stick in rotation
Domingo German is back for another shot at sticking in the Yankees’ rotation. The right-hander will be recalled from the alternate site and will slot back into the rotation Thursday...
Mets star finally breaks out
CHICAGO — Francisco Lindor’s bat was conspicuous in its presence on a night just about everything else cratered for the Mets. The firsts in a Mets uniform for the All-Star...
Knicks won't say how COVID-19 stricken guard is feeling
Knicks head coach Thom Thibodeau wouldn’t say how Alec Burks (COVID-19) is feeling. Burks missed his fourth straight game Wednesday. If Burks complies with the CDC’s 10-day quarantine for the...
MLB's hottest team wins 11th in a row: 'smells like' victory
OAKLAND, Calif. — Ramón Laureano thought there was something in the air. He smelled victory. “It's like the Bay Area wind. It just smells like you're going to win,” Laureano...
Protesters removed from Oklahoma House — after opposing bills that target protests
Protesters were booted from the lower house of Oklahoma’s legislature on Wednesday after voicing their opposition to a number of bills that aim to curb public demonstrations and decrease liability...
Woman shackled while giving birth wins $750K settlement against NYC, NYPD officers
The unnamed mother of two — who was arrested on assault charges that were later dismissed — received $750,000 in a lawsuit against the city and NYPD
Woman seen in chilling video executing ex-girlfriend on NYC street ID'd
Footage obtained by The Post showed Latisha Bell sprinting up to her ex-girlfriend Nichelle Thomas on a Brooklyn street and allegedly shooting her point-blank in the back of the head...
'Wiped off the map': Epstein's Palm Beach estate demolished
The Florida mansion where prosecutors say Jeffrey Epstein raped underage girls and women for many years has "finally" been demolished. Developer Todd Michael Glaser said the sprawling Palm Beach property...
Yankees star hits rock bottom
If it's challenging to elect a poster boy for this horrid Yankees April, so widespread is the malfunction, Gleyber Torres sure has put up quite a case. First fielding, then...
PA police find human remains during search for missing Amish woman
Human remains were found during a search for an Amish teen who vanished while walking home from church in Pennsylvania last year, according to a report. Police made the grisly...
Hebru Brantley talks to Jalen Rose about using his art to spread his messages, feelings
I first heard of artist Hebru Brantley, this week's "Renaissance Man" guest through one of his sneaker collaborations. (If you haven't seen his dope 2019 Adidas collab, check it out.)...