April 26, 2021
Matt Harvey stunningly became The Dark Knight again
Matt Harvey had to be haunted by the visuals all over his phone, computer, and TV. Jacob deGrom had become the story in baseball, the story across all of sports,...
Young Yankees pitcher demoted after uneven audition
BALTIMORE — The Yankees didn’t call up Deivi Garcia until they needed a sixth starter — and that’s pretty much what the right-hander pitched like on Monday night. The 21-year-old...
Woman dead, two others hospitalized after plastic surgery at Mexico clinic
A California woman died and two others were hospitalized after they all received plastic surgery on the same day at a clinic in Mexico.
Cops investigating death of 2-year-old boy in the Bronx
Police are investigating the death of a 2-year-old Bronx boy who arrived at a hospital Monday unconscious and unresponsive. The toddler, Grayson Baldwin, was pronounced dead shortly after his father...
What comes next for Knicks will be fascinating
At the end, there were 2,000 voices pleading with the Knicks to finish this off, pleading with them to figure out a way to solve the Phoenix Suns and add...
Jets GM's moment of truth is here
You’re Joe Douglas. And this is your dream job in football. And your moment of truth has arrived. You confront arguably the most massive rebuilding job of any Jets general...
Furious Aaron Boone booted as late blunder dooms Yankees
BALTIMORE — Not even a trip to Camden Yards can cure what ails this Yankee team. After seeing their three-game winning streak snapped in Cleveland on Sunday, the Yankees fell...
Condé Nast cooking publication nixes beef to promote sustainability
Epicurious, a food and cooking website by Condé Nast, announced that it is nixing beef from its publication to promote a more sustainable planet.
Chris Paul delivers dagger in bitter end to Knicks' streak
After losing in Brooklyn on Sunday, Suns star Devin Booker vowed to finish his team’s five-game Eastern swing with a victory at the World’s Most Famous Arena. “That’s last thing...
Horse in 'absolutely insane' scramble for Kentucky Derby
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Brooklyn Strong needed a few horses to drop out to make the Kentucky Derby and now needs to make it to Churchill Downs at the latest possible...
NYPD detective whacked in head with stick in brazen broad-daylight attack
The detective was struck while investigating a crime scene in Queens.
Yankees' lineup may soon get big boost
BALTIMORE — Luke Voit ran outside on Monday for the first time since undergoing surgery to repair a partially torn meniscus in his left knee last month and the Yankees...
Teen passenger killed, four others injured after alleged drunk driver crashes
A Rockland County teenager died in the fatal alleged drunk driving accident.
Exiled ESPN star getting another big opportunity
Trey Wingo will be on the NFL draft after all.
Packers finally clarify their Aaron Rodgers plan
Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst says the team remains committed to quarterback Aaron Rodgers “for the foreseeable future” one year after trading up in the first round to...
De Blasio blasts Cuomo over NY's House seat loss in census count
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio on Monday blasted the Cuomo administration over the 2020 Census results that cost the state a seat in Congress.
Kevin Durant's return to starting lineup not set in stone
Kevin Durant certainly will return to the Nets’ starting lineup at some point, possibly even Tuesday night against the Raptors in Tampa. The 11-time All-Star — and newly minted Oscar...
This state will give $100 savings bonds to young people who get COVID shot
West Virginia is giving $100 savings bonds to residents between the ages of 16 to 35 who get vaccinated for the coronavirus, a report said.
Man in Chewbacca costume wanted for stabbing in New Orleans
Police in New Orleans are on the lookout for a stabbing suspect dressed as a Star Wars character.
Crazy NFL Draft situation is huge boon for Giants
The quarterback position represents the linchpin to the Giants 2021 draft, beginning with Thursday’s first round. Not because the Giants need a quarterback, but because so many teams drafting before...
Social workers and EMS to respond to mental health emergencies NYC-wide
City Hall has decided to expand a pilot program that sends social workers and EMS staff to non-violent mental health emergencies instead of cops citywide to all precincts -- even...
NYC's next mayor can save our lousy public housing — with private investment
How can Gotham’s next mayor succeed on public and low-income housing? A winning approach would embrace private investment and allow more flexible zoning and other regulations, while relying less on...
Knicks hint at why superstar spurned them
Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau didn’t shy away from the notion the club looked to add All-Star point guard Chris Paul via trade last offseason, but added, “It has to work...
Jets' tortured 45-year quest for savior turns to a baby face
“God knows I need players at other positions, but if a super quarterback is available, I have to take him … and Todd is super. You just don’t find great...
NJ to loosen restrictions for weddings, proms, graduations & sports events
New Jersey is loosening its capacity restrictions on everything from indoor weddings and school proms to outside graduations and sporting events, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday. Starting May 10, the...
New documents show Soviets covered up Chernobyl plant flaws before disaster
The Soviet Union knew the Chernobyl plant was a ticking time bomb for years before it melted down.
Biden's plan to revolutionize America on a slim majority is downright delusion
Joe Biden should look at the mirror every day and see a president elected on the basis of the unpopularity of his predecessor at a time when the country was...
'Glee' creator sells house once owned by Diane Keaton for $16.25M
Murphy — the producer also responsible for "Pose," "American Horror Story" and "Ratched" — unloaded the Beverly Hills abode on April 22.
Recall effort against Gavin Newsom has enough signatures to make the ballot
A recall effort against California Gov. Gavin Newsom has garnered enough valid signatures to appear on the ballot, officials said Monday.
Council candidate apologizes for racist, anti-gay online posts
Insurgent Juan Ardila, 27, said he recently scrubbed the "offensive language" from his Facebook site.
NHL's newest TV rights deal has significant ramifications
You already know this: In the end, it is almost always the money. So that is what happened with the NHL, which is why NBC will be out of the...
Cuomo signals that nothing will get him to resign
So much for “wait for the report.” Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s go-to excuse for why he won’t resign over allegations of sexual harassment is that an investigation needs to happen first....
Chinatown restaurants struggling to recover amid anti-Asian violence
New York City’s restaurant business may be roaring back to life, but Chinatown continues to struggle — thanks to rising anti-Asian crimes and a still-sagging tourism industry. “You could throw...
DOC captain charged with homicide after instructing subordinates not to help hanged inmate
A city correction officer has been charged in connection to the suicide of an inmate who died in a lower Manhattan cell last year.
The part of Nets' success being 'overlooked'
Blake Griffin admits even he underestimated the rest of the Nets’ roster beyond their vaunted Big 3. The six-time All-Star Blake Griffin knew he’d be joining a super-team fronted by...
Political prisoner and activist slams UN appointment of Iran to women’s rights panel
Activist Shaparak Shajarizadeh is speaking out against Iran's appointment to a panel on women's rights.
Andrew Cuomo's elected enablers need to quit it
Just days after standing beside Gov. Andrew Cuomo at a Yonkers event, state Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins repeated her call for the gov to go ... after critics called...
Scalise praises Wray's openness to review FBI's conclusion to GOP baseball field shooting
Steve Scalise is praising FBI Director Christopher Wray's openness to reevaluating the conclusion that the congressional baseball shooting was a “suicide by cop."
Iran admits who's in charge — and it's not the ones that talk to Team Biden
A leaked audiotape confirms to the world what Iran watchers have always known: Politicians, including its president, aren’t in charge of that country — the "supreme leader" and his Islamic...
Colorado cops seen laughing at elderly dementia patient they injured
A pair of Colorado cops can be heard callously joking how they manhandled a 73-year-old female dementia patient during a brutal arrest that left the ailing woman with broken bones,...
Hey, Blas: It's long past time to do something about the madness in city streets
From Friday to Sunday, police recorded 28 shootings across Gotham, including 14 on Saturday alone. That compares to just four shootings over the same days last year. And it capped...
Rangers have huge chance to back up playoff dream
The Rangers have completed 18 baseball-style series in which they have played consecutive games against opponents. They have swept only two of them, both against the Devils, one a two-game...
'The Handmaid's Tale' creator: Margaret Atwood is an 'excited fan' of show
Season 4, which premieres Wednesday (April 28) on Hulu, doesn’t let up, according to series creator/showrunner Bruce Miller.
Pitcher turning into unexpected Mets gift
An unforeseen gift of former general manager Brodie Van Wagenen’s Mets tenure might be Miguel Castro. The right-handed reliever has emerged as a late-inning staple, joining new arrivals Trevor May...
Ex-UFC champ wants to 'rip' Jake Paul's face apart
Daniel Cormier is willing to take things to the next level with Jake Paul — with a catch. Cormier challenged the YouTube sensation to an MMA fight after a heated...
White House defends plan to raise capital gains tax
A top White House economic advisor on Monday defended President Biden's plan to raise the capital gains tax -- saying the plan will only hit the wallets of a tiny...
Lawmakers request ATF nominee probe Hunter Biden gun paperwork
The politicians want Hunter Biden investigated for allegedly lying on a gun background check.
Putrid Oscars ratings throw telecast's future in doubt
Memo to TV execs: The Oscars are dead. Sunday night's show on ABC plunged to an all-time low of 9.85 million viewers — the first time in the show's history...
Jacob deGrom is not human
According to my sources, Jacob deGrom is not human. I was there Friday night and 8,000-plus fans made it feel like a playoff atmosphere with MVP chants galore. DeGrom was...
Letters to the Editor — April 27, 2021
The Issue: This year’s Academy Awards, which saw Anthony Hopkins beat Chadwick Boseman for Best Actor. I completely agree with Johnny Oleksinski’s critique of this year’s Oscars (“Worst Oscars ever...
Masking for the vaccinated as a symbol of 'solidarity' is downright dumb
Keeping vaccinated Americans in masks forever is the latest cause of our deranged elite opinion-makers. Even media-approved experts now acknowledge that masks on vaccinated persons serve no significant medical purpose:...
AOC staffer testifies against man charged with inciting violence against pols
A staffer for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez testified that he feared for her safety following death threats from a Queens man charged with inciting violence against lawmakers. Brendan Hunt, 37, is...
Simon & Schuster staffers call for Mike Pence memoir to be canceled
Simon & Schuster employees want the publisher to stop doing business with Trump administration officials -- starting with Vice President Mike Pence. In a letter Monday to Simon & Schuster's...
49ers sound done with Jimmy Garoppolo
It appears that Jimmy Garoppolo’s days with the 49ers are numbered. During a pre-draft press conference Monday, 49ers general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan were cryptic as...
Why Chadwick Boseman lost to Anthony Hopkins with Oscars voters
To casual film fans, Sunday night’s big upset packed a particularly emotional wallop: The late Chadwick Boseman lost the Best Actor prize to Anthony Hopkins.
US sending AstraZeneca vaccine supplies to India
The US will be diverting its own order of supplies to the hard-hit country, which has been overwhelmed by a catastrophic surge of COVID-19 infections.
NC prosecutor told family of black man shot dead by cops he won't be 'f--king bullied': lawyer
An attorney for Andrew Brown's family claimed a North Carolina prosecutor made the controversial comments about the family.
Kindergarten teacher busted for cocaine during recess, cops say
A teacher in Virginia has been arrested while her students were at recess after a substance suspected to be cocaine was found in her desk.
NFL bust's rap career is 'worse than you could imagine'
The 2020 NFL Draft bust dropped a hip hop/rap EP dubbed “Layup Lines” on Apr. 25 under the name "GGBOWZER."
Tesla beats quarterly revenue expectations on strong deliveries
Tesla beat Wall Street expectations for first-quarter revenue on Monday after it posted record deliveries earlier this month for the three-month period on robust demand from China. The company had...
John Kerry's loose lips and other commentary
Foreign desk: Kerry’s Loose Lips “Buried fairly deep in The New York Times’ story about a leaked tape” is news that former Secretary of State John Kerry informed Javad Zarif,...
John Kerry is skirting the line of treason with Iran
The rather curious defining feature of Democratic Party foreign policy, going back at least four decades, is that our friends must be bullied and our enemies must be appeased. The...
Fans slam proposed Leo DiCaprio remake of Oscar winner 'Another Round'
The English-language reboot rights to director Thomas Vinterberg’s movie were recently won in an auction by DiCaprio and Jennifer Davisson’s production company, Appian Way.
Russian jeweler carves iconic Godzilla monster into a tiny piece of rice
Russian jeweler, Mikhail Myagkkov, showed off his artistic skill when he carved a miniature Godzilla figure into a tiny grain of rice. Myagkkove tackled his eye strain while working on...
Racing dog trainer DQ'd after winning pooch tests positive for meth
In a case that redefines "drug-sniffing dog," a New Zealand Greyhound trainer has been disqualified after her winning dog, Zipping Sarah, tested positive for meth.
FCC's warning for phone companies: Act on robocalls — or else
The Federal Communications Commission will require phone companies to act aggressively against robocalls – or else. By Sept. 28, phone companies must refuse to accept traffic that is not listed in the Robocall Mitigation Database –...
12 years ago today: Walter White called Saul for the first time
On April 26, 2009, "Breaking Bad" fans met an iconic character for the first time when Walter White called his lawyer, Saul Goodman. The eight episode of season two introduced...
Former New York Giants player busted in seven-kilo drug sting
A trouble-plagued 1960s-era New York Giants player was busted in a Manhattan drug sting last weekend, after he had been freed from prison earlier this year because of the COVID-19...
New Oklahoma abortion law makes it possible for doctors to be charged with murder
Doctors could now face criminal charges for performing an abortion on a fetus with a heartbeat.
Darryl Strawberry talks Yankees, Mets on Post podcast
Stop the presses: The Yankees have won a series. After a brutal 6-11 start to the season that had many fans hitting the panic button, the Yankees went to Cleveland...
Kamala Harris hosts virtual meeting with Guatemala president
Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday afternoon hosted a webcast meeting with Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei to discuss the "root causes" of the illegal immigration crisis on the US-Mexico border....
Psaki has no answers when asked about Harris' book being given to child migrants
The White House Press Secretary was pushed on copies of Vice President Harris' book being given to migrant children.
There's so much more weed in fired ESPN star's latest video
Paul Pierce is unapologetically living his truth after being fired from ESPN. On Monday, the Celtics great documented his trip to a weed factory — further hinting at his next...
Sad Psaki: Press sec provides bleak preview of Biden's address to Congress
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki provided a bleak preview of President Biden's first address to Congress taking place Wednesday.
Atlanta loses 'busiest airport' ranking due to COVID-19, report finds
Atlanta no longer has the world's busiest airport. Hartsfield-Jackson International had made that boast for 22 years, but due to a plunge in air travel due to the coronavirus pandemic, the honor has gone to...
Walmart blasts Kanye West's new logo as a 'lookalike'
Walmart says Kanye West's new logo -- described in patent paperwork as "rays from a sun" -- looks too similar to its 13-year-old sun logo and should be blocked as...
DOJ launches review of Louisville police, citing Breonna Taylor case
Attorney General Merrick Garland on Monday announced a federal investigation of police in Louisville, Kentucky — citing the death of Breonna Taylor during a police raid in March 2020. The...
Saturday Night Livid: Elon Musk’s upcoming 'SNL' hosting gig causes outrage among stars
Several "Saturday Night Live" stars took to social media to voice their concerns about the polarizing Tesla CEO joining as guest host on May 8.
Tens of thousands of fentanyl pills seized in Mount Vernon drug bust
Tens of thousands of fentanyl pills were seized last week as part of a multi-million-dollar drug bust in Westchester County, New York, authorities said Monday. Carlos Vasquez, 28, was arrested...
Eric Adams slams 'silence' on rising crime, says 'black and brown' are bearing the brunt
Brooklyn Borough President and mayoral hopeful Eric Adams on Monday said his critics are wrong to dismiss his background as a police officer -- arguing that "black and brown" New...
Best of the 2021 Brooklinen birthday sale
Upgrade your sleep sanctuary with luxurious bedding from highly-rated Brooklinen during the 2021 birthday sale.
Bomb squad gives all clear after suspicious package left in front of Met
The NYPD Bomb Squad was called in to check out a suspicious package near the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Capitol rioter argues that he called Pelosi a 'biatch,' not a 'bitch'
The Capitol rioter who posed with his boot on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's desk called the senator a "Biatch."
Veep Harris gets new job alongside border role
Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday received a new job as chairperson of President Biden’s pro-union task force.
Take the Angels in battle of AL West foes
Rob Gronkowski set a world record by catching a football dropped 600 feet by a helicopter. In a related story Mayor de Blasio was handed 10 political footballs since the...
New York will lose one congressional seat under new Census data
New York will lose one seat in the House of Representatives next year, according to data released by the US Census Bureau on Monday.
Man shot dead in car on Upper East Side
The shocking shooting took place in broad daylight on the Upper East Side of Manhattan.
The New York Times is retiring the word 'op-ed'
The Old Gray Lady's opinion pages will simply refer to columns by the paper’s staff writers and editorial board as editorials and pieces by external contributors as “guest essays.”
Gun sales hit record high after month of mass shootings
Gun sales in the US hit record highs for the second year in a row -- following a month that saw a mass shooting nearly every week.
Italian man violated lockdown to meet prostitutes, blames vaccine
An Italian senior citizen claimed that the COVID-19 vaccine made him more "virile" and led to him visiting prostitutes.
Knicks great makes bold Julius Randle claim: 'Better version of Zion'
The Knicks have Julius Randle. New Orleans has Zion Williamson. Ex-Knicks enforcer Charles Oakley prefers New York’s lefty power forward freight train. “I think [Randle’s] a better version of Zion...
MTA leaders back union request for more subway cops
New York City labor leaders are "exactly right" to ask Mayor Bill de Blasio for more NYPD cops in the subways, transit officials said Monday.
35 years since nuclear disaster, Chernobyl warns, inspires
Radiation continued to leak from the reactor building until 2019, when the entire building was covered by an enormous arch-shaped shelter.
Zac Efron slashes price of LA home following Australia move, no offers
After initially listing it for $5.9 million in December, Efron, 33, cut the price by $225,000 in March to $5.575 million.
Three arrested at Wisconsin rally for Jacob Blake, including his uncle
Three people were arrested during a protest calling for the firing of the Wisconsin police officer who shot Jacob Blake.
Cowboys stalwart retires in injury frustration
Cowboys linebacker Sean Lee is hanging up his cleats for good after 11 seasons with the storied franchise. "I was privileged to wear the Cowboys star. We want to play...
'Shrek' has X-rated Easter egg, viral video reveals
When it first came out in 2000, "Shrek" captivated kids and adults alike with its gross-out humor. However, PG-rated animated comedy may have been even more risque than once thought.
Ex-'RHONJ' star Siggy Flicker asks $3.8M for NJ home with 'Hermès closet'
The conservative reality star is leaving the Garden State for Florida -- and urging anyone who voted for a Democrat to "continue to Cuba."
Cuomo increasing capacity for outdoor stadiums, offices and casinos amid COVID lows
Outdoor stadiums, offices and casinos across the state can increase their capacity starting next month, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Monday.
'That's what makes us great': The emotional impact of little-used Knicks guard
Knicks guard Theo Pinson has only scored two points this season in 14 cameo appearances. But the Knicks organization feels Pinson is part of its rousing success. Indeed, the calories...
Synagogue vandal strikes again, breaking windows in the Bronx
The synagogue vandal wanted for smashing windows and doors at Jewish centers in the Bronx over the weekend struck again Monday morning.
UK TV host claims he was nearly shot by US cop during traffic stop
"In a society so in thrall to entrenched gun lore, this sort of thing is inevitable," Richard Madeley said of the US.
The Knicks aren't the only team shocking the NBA right now
What a time to be an NBA fan. The Knicks are a surprising contender in the Eastern Conference, riding a nine-game winning streak, and the only team that can boast...
Money talks: De Blasio pitches biggest NYC budget ever amid pandemic fallout
Mayor Bill de Blasio's final budget proposal is the biggest ever in city history, a $98.6 billion spending plan — bankrolled by a massive infusion of federal aid — that...
Giants cannot afford to ignore this roster hole any longer
The Giants own the No. 11 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. This year, more than most others, they can go in several different directions with their first round selection,...
Spain's Pamplona cancels bull-running festival for second year in a row
MADRID - The mayor of the Spanish city of Pamplona on Monday canceled the San Fermin festival, which draws thrill-seekers from all over the world to run with fighting bulls...
Priest accused of killing wife after disturbing internet searches found on computer
Thomas Gotthard has claimed that his wife was in a depressed state when she vanished from the couple's home on October 26.
Why this NHL team has so much betting value
When it comes to handicapping hockey games late in the regular season, the perceived motivation of one team relative to its opponents is a big factor for many bettors, and...
Roshan the camel brings books to homeschooling children in rural Pakistan
Plodding his way through the desert in remote southwest Pakistan, Roshan the camel carries priceless cargo: books for children who can no longer go to school because of coronavirus lockdowns....
Asian-American group demands inclusion in DOE cultural curriculum
A letter endorsed by 2,500 city parents and others demanded the immediate incorporation of Asian-American history into DOE curricular priorities.
Rockies GM steps down with team in last place
The Rockies are now on the hunt for a new general manager after Jeff Bridich resigned on Monday, the team announced. As a result, Greg Feasel has been appointed president...
First Yeezy sneakers ever worn by Kanye West sell for record $1.8M
Sold in a private sale, this mighty sum makes them the most expensive sneakers in the world.
What went down on SpaceX as crew was warned about possible collision with UFO
Live video caught the tense moment that astronauts aboard NASA’s Crew-2 mission were warned about a possible collision with an unidentified object.
Iran sentences British-Iranian aid worker to another year in jail
DUBAI, April 26 - An Iranian court sentenced British-Iranian aid worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe to another year in jail, just weeks after she finished a prior five-year sentence, a decision Britain called "inhumane". When Zaghari-Ratcliffe was freed from house arrest last...
Young Americans trust cops to 'do the right thing' more than Facebook
Young Americans have little faith in Facebook to “do the right thing,” a new poll examining peoples’ attitudes toward politics and public service found. The poll, recently conducted by the...
NYC's elite sex club to reopen with wild orgy masquerade
Global sex club SNCTM is returning with a penthouse masquerade in Manhattan on May 15, with "extremely limited" availability despite $500-$8,000 entry fees.
Malaysian police arrest artist for allegedly insulting queen with Spotify playlist
A Malaysian artist was detained by police late on Friday for allegedly insulting the country’s queen by making a Spotify playlist that mocked comments on the queen’s Instagram account, an...
Long Island cop stabbed by drunk driver released from hospital
Suffolk County Police Officer Christopher Racioppo was wheeled out of Stony Brook University Hospital, where he received a round of applause.
Man with gash on neck dies after cops find him outside Harlem charter school
Officers on patrol found the victim on West 113th Street near Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard around 4 a.m. in front of the Success Academy Harlem.
Cybersecurity expert Dan Kaminsky dead at 42
Cybersecurity expert Dan Kaminsky has died at the age of 42. The tech genius's niece, Sarah, confirmed the news over the weekend, citing diabetic ketoacidosis, a serious diabetic complication, as...
Viable plan or security theater? Europe embraces digital health pass
Southern countries that depend on tourism like Spain, Greece and Portugal are clamoring for a quick rollout of the promised European Union "digital green pass."
Ajit Pai becomes latest ex-FCC chairman to join a private equity firm
Former Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai said he will join a private equity firm -- becoming the fourth of the last eight top US communications regulators to do so....
Video shows Indonesian sub crew singing 'Goodbye' weeks before tragedy
Video has emerged of the tragic crew of an Indonesian submarine singing a local hit whose title means “Goodbye” – a few weeks before the vessel sank.
Vaccine lab CEO sold $10 million in stock before news of J&J mishap
The CEO of the Baltimore lab that botched 15 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine last month sold more than $10 million worth of shares in his company...
One surprising reason for Mets hope has nothing to do with them: Sherman
Hail the NL East, where all the teams were trying to — at minimum — make the playoffs and even the one that wasn’t putting its money where its October...
Take the Under in this MLB matchup
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Corbin Burnes’ season thus far has been historic with a 0.37 ERA and 40 strikeouts without a walk issued and he will look to keep the...
NYC sees bloodiest week of 2021 amid surge in shootings
NYPD data shows 50 people were shot in 46 separate shooting incidents over a seven-day period ending Sunday evening — a more than 300 percent surge from the same week in...
Young reporter killed by stray bullet through apartment window
A 24-year-old reporter in Missouri has died after she was struck by a stray bullet that flew through her apartment window, her colleagues said. Aviva Okeson-Haberman, a journalist at public...
NBC done with NHL as new TV partner emerges
After reaching a historic seven-year deal with the Walt Disney Company and ESPN last month, the NHL’s new secondary broadcast partner is expected to be TNT, The Post's Andrew Marchand...
Despite racial reckoning, state efforts stall on reparations
The state efforts have mostly stalled, raising questions about whether they can win enough support to succeed on a wide scale.
India sets ominous record for single-day COVID-19 infections
India set an unsettling pandemic world record, with 350,000 new COVID-19 infections in a single day.
Oscar ratings drop to an all-time low with unwatchable show
About 9.85 million viewers tuned in, which is a more than 58% drop from last year’s all-time low of 23.6 million viewers.
Democrat Val Demings defends officer in Ma'Khia Bryant shooting
Rep. Val Demings says she believes the police officer who fatally shot 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant last week was acting in accordance with his training, as body camera footage appears to...
That bites: Terrifying new species of venomous spider discovered in US
The Pine Rockland trapdoor spider, Latin name Ummidia richmond, was first spotted on the grounds of Zoo Miami in 2012, but it wasn’t until this year that researchers identified it...
Jessica Alba's company targets $1.5B IPO
Jessica Alba’s Honest Co. said Monday it was aiming for a valuation of over $1.5 billion in its initial public offering in the United States.
US will share AstraZeneca vaccines with world
WASHINGTON — The US will begin sharing its entire pipeline of vaccines from AstraZeneca once the COVID-19 vaccine clear federal safety reviews, the White House told The Associated Press on...
Giants fake NFL Draft trade sends Twitter into hysteria
With the 2021 NFL Draft on Thursday, it’s that time of year when fake accounts conjure up trades that send social media into a frenzy. What happened Monday morning was...
'People want attention': Cuomo fends off scandal questions as he faces reporters for first time in months
A defensive Gov. Andrew Cuomo fended off a barrage of questions about his mounting scandals at his first open press conference in months Monday.
Left out? AOC will back City Council candidates, but there's a catch
Democratic socialist Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said Monday she's ready to endorse candidates running for 51 City Council seats this year -- but only if they back her leftist agenda. Candidates...
How beavers caused an entire town to lose internet
Pesky beavers have forced one rural Canadian community to lose internet and cellular service by chewing through the town's fiber-optic cable.
LeBron James teases return to struggling Lakers
LeBron James' return is right around the corner. The Lakers star — who's on the mend after suffering a high right ankle sprain in mid-March — shared a promising update...
How to make passive income by investing in real estate
Are you looking to create wealth by investing in rental real estate properties? Roofstock is a great online marketplace to help get passive income.
Ex-FDA boss says it's time US 'aggressively' lift COVID restrictions
The former head of the Food and Drug Administration said the US should "lean more aggressively forward" into lifting COVID-19 restrictions -- adding that he believes the trend of declining cases...
Roku accuses Google of making 'anti-competitive' demands over YouTube TV
Roku said it may force Google's YouTube TV app off its video-streaming platform, alleging that the search giant is demanding "anti-competitive" and "unfair" terms for its YouTube and YouTube TV...
Doug Collins, former Georgia GOP congressman, won't run in upcoming elections
After mulling a run for Senate or governor next year in Georgia, former Republican Rep. Doug Collins has decided to sit on the sidelines during the 2022 election cycle. "I'm announcing today that I will not be a...
Bronx man fatally shot while attempting to help intoxicated friend
Dramatic new video captures the moment a man was shot dead while helping his apparently drugged-up friend in the Bronx. Jason Rivera, 35, got out of his car in Parkchester...
Make homemade ice cream with this maker that’s over 25% off
Whether you’re a big fan of artisanal ice creams with funky flavors, or just a regular at your local cone shop, you’ll love the ability to make your favorite ice...
Shares of elevator maker Otis Worldwide pop on COVID-19 rebound news
A large maker of elevators, escalators and moving walkways is seeing worldwide demand bounce back so fast following last year's COVID slump that it's increasing its dividend by 20 percent....
Trevor Lawrence's NFL career is already off to unique start
After partnering up with Gatorade last week, the presumed No. 1 overall pick by the Jaguars in Thursday’s 2021 NFL Draft, quarterback Trevor Lawrence, inked a more out-of-the-box endorsement deal...
Family of NC man shot dead by cops watch bodycam video, demand more
The family of a North Carolina man shot dead by cops was shown police bodycam footage of his death for the first time Monday — but are demanding to see more of what...
US Supreme Court weighs conservative groups' bid to conceal donors
The US Supreme Court on Monday is set to hear arguments in a challenge by two conservative groups to a California requirement that tax-exempt charities disclose to the state the...
Liz Cheney not ruling out 2024 presidential run
"I'm not ruling anything in or out — I've been here a long time," she told The Post when asked if she would ever consider running in the future.
Iran's foreign minister said Kerry kept in touch with him during Trump years
"It was former US Foreign Secretary John Kerry who told me Israel had launched more than 200 attacks on Iranian forces in Syria," he said.
Costa Rica unveils radar that tracks space objects from a farm
April 23 - Surrounded by clear blue skies and fields of sugar cane crops on the Pacific coast, a farm in the northwest of Costa Rica is now home to a giant radar capable of tracking small objects in space that...
It's hard to know what to make of Rangers star's stunning season
I have a confession to make. I don’t know what to make of Mika Zibanejad’s season. I am conflicted about the way I have covered him from afar and through...
Make authentic handmade tortillas with this $60 tortilla press
You can make so many meals with a tortilla: tacos, quesadillas, sandwich wraps, tostadas, enchiladas, and more. Some would say that a tortilla is what makes the meal, but only if...
Deliveryman struck by a stray bullet during Brooklyn shooting: sources
The fatal victim, Felton Durant, 23, was in front of a building within the Red Hook Houses on Centre Mall near Clinton Street 5:30 p.m. when he was shot in...
US begins troop withdrawal process in Afghanistan
US Army Gen. Scott Miller, commander of foreign forces in Afghanistan, made the revelation after being asked if American troop withdrawal had begun.
Wild video captures brawl over airline seats at Miami airport
A caught-on-video brawl erupted Sunday at Miami International Airport over airline seats – with one person later arrested.
Andrew Yang's Knick knock: 'Like an ex-girlfriend that you root for'
The mayoral candidate likened the improved New York Knicks, now on a nine-game winning streak and ranked fourth seed in the Eastern Conference, to an "ex-girlfriend that you root for"...
Trevor Bauer's latest rivalry takes nasty turn with peeking accusation
The emerging Dodgers-Padres feud added another dimension this weekend when Trevor Bauer publicly accused Fernando Tatis Jr. of sign stealing. It began with Tatis blasting two home runs off Bauer...
Jake Paul takes aim at UFC's Dana White: 'You are the real douche'
Jake Paul's feud with UFC president Dana White just hit another level. On Sunday, Paul shared a note on Twitter aimed directly at White, in which he called out the...
Ghislaine Maxwell using sock to shield eyes from guards shining flashlights into cell: lawyer
Ghislaine Maxwell has been using a sock to cover her eyes from jail guards who shine flashlights into her cell every 15 minutes at all hours.
Help Wanted: In pandemic, worry about finding summer workers
The owner of seafood restaurants on Cape Cod has eliminated lunch service and delayed the opening of some locations because his summertime influx of foreign workers hasn’t arrived yet.
SF DA taking heat over domestic violence cases
Joseph Williams, 26, was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of murder in the death of Synciere Williams after taking the unresponsive infant to an emergency room at a hospital.
State senator banned by airline for violating mask policy
State Sen. Lora Reinbold, a Republican from Eagle River, was banned by the airline for her “continued refusal” to obey its current mask policy for travelers.
This has been the key to Mets slugger's resurgence
Pete Alonso’s legs aren’t only walking, they are talking. As the Mets slugger stops to consider his April success, which has evoked early comparisons to his record-setting 2019, it’s his...
Top Republicans slam Biden for 'bait and switch' on bipartisanship promise
Top Republicans are slamming President Biden for presenting himself as a moderate with a mandate for bipartisanship during the campaign, but governing as a radical after entering office.“Well, during the...
Biggest space station crowd in decade after SpaceX arrival
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — The International Space Station’s population swelled to 11 on Saturday with the jubilant arrival of SpaceX’s third crew capsule in less than a year. It’s the...
Man behind X-rated photo shoot in Dubai reportedly in hot water with wife
The organizer of the infamous “Butt Squad” that made international headlines by posing naked in on a Dubai balcony is also in trouble with his wife.
'Monster' COVID crisis 'swallowing' people in India
“The virus is swallowing our city’s people like a monster,” said Mamtesh Sharma, an official at the Bhadbhada Vishram Ghat crematorium in Bhopal.
Former NFL star pays fan $1,000 for ride to Starbucks
It was infinitely more expensive than Postmates, but it got the job done. A lucky fan in Jacksonville made $1,000 for driving former NFL receiver Chad Johnson to and from...
Thousands of NYC students head back to classrooms for in-person learning
Schools across the Big Apple welcomed back some 51,000 students to the classroom Monday after they spent more than a year away amid the COVID-19 crisis -- and the parents...
Nickelodeon's 'environmental racism' segment sparks backlash from conservatives
Children's entertainment giant Nickelodeon is getting slimed for an Earth Day special about how pollution disproportionately affects communities of color.
SCOTUS to hear NY case on carrying handguns in public
The Second Amendment case involving the New York State Rifle & Pistol Association marks the high court’s first foray into gun rights since Justice Amy Coney Barrett came on board...
Thailand imposes fines of up to $640 for not wearing masks
BANGKOK — Authorities in Thailand are imposing fines of up to 20,000 baht ($640) for people who fail to wear face masks in public in 48 provinces, as the government...
GOP senator hopes Trump 'plays a role' in 2022 and 2024 elections
GOP Sen. Shelley Moore Capito said she hopes former President Trump plays a "role" in the 2022 and 2024 elections, but wouldn't weigh in on another possible presidential run.
UN facing scrutiny over letting Iran join women's rights panel
The United Nations is facing growing scrutiny in the wake of Iran's election to a top committee on women's rights within the organization. "We consider the election of the extremely...
Death toll climbs in cursed car race: 'Like an explosion'
The death toll at the Targa Tasmania car rally climbed to three over the weekend after the second fatal crash in as many days. A driver and co-driver died after...
Michigan became COVID-19 hotspot as variants rose and vigilance fell
ROYAL OAK, Mich. — Eric Gala passed up an opportunity to get a coronavirus vaccine when shots became available in Michigan and he admits not taking the virus seriously enough....
'Italy’s Robinson Crusoe' being evicted after 30 years on Mediterranean island
“I have given up the fight. After 32 years here, I feel very sad to leave. They told me they need to do work on my house and this time...
Jets NFL Draft preview podcast
Zach Wilson might get carded to get a drink when he comes to New York. Heck, he might get carded trying to get into an R-rated movie. The BYU quarterback...
GameStop execs to collect $269M on their way out
Four top GameStop executives being pushed out of the company will get a sizeable parting gift — with their vested stocks valued at roughly $290 million. GameStop CEO George Sherman...
Where Apple is spending $1B on a new, 3,000-employee campus
Apple announced plans to invest $1 billion to open a new 3,000-employee campus near Raleigh, North Carolina.
Marlee Matlin's sign language snub at Oscars outrages fans
It was a festival of faux pas. As if Chadwick Boseman's Best Actor snub wasn't bad enough, the Academy stepped in it yet again after panning away from a sign...
Rebel Wilson gives playful tour of LA Rams' Malibu draft house
The quirky actress, a die-hard Rams booster, palls around with defensive lineman Aaron Donald, punter Johnny Hekker, Hall of Fame legend Eric Dickerson, 2020 rookie Terrell Burgess and more.
Chloé Zhao's historic Oscars sweep censored in China
Chloé Zhao became the first woman of color to win best director, while “Nomadland” is the second film directed by a woman to take home best picture.
Man dead after jumping in front of L train in Brooklyn
The unidentified victim, who cops described as possibly homeless, leapt into the path of an oncoming L train at Sutter Avenue in Brownsville.
Women have set a new Oscars record
Women earned a historic 17 wins at the Academy Awards, including typically male-led categories for directing and producing.
Pfizer's COVID pill could be ready later this year
A pill that's being developed by Pfizer as a potential cure for COVID-19 could be ready later this year if the trials are successful, a report said. The antiviral drug,...
Oil prices fall as India's COVID-19 surge dents demand outlook
Oil prices dropped Monday amid concerns that a surge in COVID-19 cases in India could hamper demand.
While companies flee NYC, Bill Gates is expanding in it
His company has purchased a 20,000-square-foot office space at the Hudson Research Center on the West Side.
White woman caught on video telling black neighbor she's 'not right color'
A white Virginia woman has been fired from her job after she was caught on video yelling at her black neighbor that she is “not the right color.”
Suspect who stomped Asian man shown in new surveillance video
New images have been released of the man suspected of stomping a 61-year-old Chinese man into a coma in the latest in a series of anti-Asian attacks.
Kamala Harris hosting Guatemalan president virtually amid migrant surge
Vice President Kamala Harris will meet virtually with Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei on Monday as the migrant crisis on the southern border continues to spiral out of control. The two...
VP Harris reportedly to urge UN to prepare for next pandemic
VP Kamala Harris will urge global leaders in a virtual speech at the United Nations on Monday to begin preparing now for the next pandemic.
49ers narrow NFL Draft options with surprising elimination
In the latest episode of "As the No. 3 Pick Turns" .... the 49ers have narrowed down their options from three potential quarterbacks to two. Since trading up for the...
Star receiver suddenly hits trade block ahead of NFL Draft
One of the Falcons' all-time greats could be on the move. Atlanta is taking trade calls on superstar wide receiver Julio Jones, according to the MMQB and later confirmed by...
Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies rebound after a brutal week of losses
Bitcoin was up more than 8 percent Monday at $53,720, according to Coinbase data.
You can now be the proud owner of the utterly petrifying 'Alien' costume
In honor of “Alien Day” on Monday, April 26, Julien’s Auctions in Beverly Hills, California, is accepting bids on the so-called “Big Chap” prototype translucent Xenomorph costume.
Too woke to handle: Hopkins pays tribute to Chadwick Boseman in Oscars speech amid uproar
Anthony Hopkins was absent from Sunday's awards show where he won the top honor in a shock decision over the "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" star.
Oscars highlights: The best and worst of this year’s show
From surprising wins in the top acting categories to shocking acceptance speeches, the Academy Awards produced some of the best and worst moments in the award ceremony's near century-old history.
Earth knocked off its axis by melting glaciers, study reveals
The melting of glaciers as a result of climate change has knocked the Earth off its axis, according to new research. The North and South poles have moved about 13...
Texas lawmaker sparks backlash for declaring there are six sexes — not two
A Harvard-educated Democratic lawmaker from Texas faced pushback for declaring during a hearing that there are six sexes on a “spectrum” -- not two, according to a report. State Rep....
Adorable therapy dog pushes puppy brother around in scooter
Lizzy, a therapy dog living in Victoria, Australia, has been learning tricks from her owner Jenny Willms for over two years. This adorable video shows Lizzy pushing her 18-week-old brother,...
Prominent NYC labor leaders call on de Blasio for more subway cops
A group of the Big Apple's most prominent labor leaders is getting behind a major transit union's call for more cops on the subway -- saying the system no longer...
Arizona woman charged with murdering her newborn baby
An Arizona woman was arrested last Thursday for allegedly murdering her newborn child, a report said. Alison Yisel Sanchez Valdez, 23, is accused of killing her baby boy after he...
Boy, 3, fatally shot at Miami area birthday party
A 3-year-old boy was fatally shot at a birthday party in a home near Miami on Saturday night, police said. The toddler, identified by cops as Elijah LaFrance, was among...
This year's Oscars tortured viewers for more than three unbearable hours
If you opened the window and listened closely Sunday night, you could hear it: the sound of millions of remote controls changing the channel during the 2021 Oscars.
Chadwick Boseman fans furious on Twitter after shocking Oscars loss
Chadwick Boseman fans shed another tear Sunday at the 2021 Oscars after he was snubbed from receiving the best actor award for "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom."
One man killed, another injured in Brooklyn shooting
One man was killed and another wounded in a shooting outside of a Brooklyn NYCHA complex on Sunday night, police said. The victims were shot at about 5:30 p.m. in...
Glenn Close does 'Da Butt' dance after losing record eighth Oscar
Glenn Close made Oscars 2021 history Sunday — just not in the way the seasoned actor and eight-time Academy Award nominee probably expected to.