May 3, 2021
Trump calls Romney 'a stone cold loser' after lawmaker is booed at state convention
Former President Donald Trump on Monday voiced his approval of the cold reception Mitt Romney received from fellow Republicans in his home state over the weekend. A crowd of over...
Red-hot Knicks roll with blowout win
It was a hot and humid May afternoon in Memphis. But at night, nothing is hotter than the Knicks.
NHL villain's 'horrible' antics have Rangers livid
The nature of the game may change this time of year as the playoffs approach, but that does not excuse the deplorable nature with which notorious Capitals forward Tom Wilson...
Mets starter falls flat as manager's decision backfires
ST. LOUIS — Through this stretch of inconsistent play the least of manager Luis Rojas’ worries has been starting pitching. Jacob deGrom, Marcus Stroman, Taijuan Walker and David Peterson have...
Bill Gates once made a pros-and-cons list about marriage on a whiteboard
Bill Gates and Melinda Gates -- who announced they were divorcing on Monday after 27 years -- discussed the incident in the 2019 Netflix series "Inside Bill's Brain."
Man charged for killing person he 'mistakenly believed' shot his brother
A Texas man is accused of fatally shooting another man that he “mistakenly believed” killed his brother, a report said.
Career minor-league goalie shuts down on Islanders
Michael Houser stopped 34 shots in his NHL debut in a win for the Buffalo Sabres.
New York drinkers in high spirits as bar seating returns
For the first time in over a year, New Yorkers are able to have a drink while sitting at a bar.
Devils' winning streak ends
NEWARK, N.J. — Captain Patrice Bergeron scored his 20th goal of the season and the Boston Bruins clinched their fifth straight playoff berth with a dominating 3-0 victory over the...
Giuliani blasts 'fake news' stories about alleged Russia connections
Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani went on "Hannity" to criticize the media outlets who had to retract stories that ran about him following the FBI's raid of his home.
Nets problems go beyond superstar's absence
With each passing day, the Nets’ time to get James Harden into games before the playoffs begin is dwindling.
'You owe me big time': Ohio doctor pens own offbeat obit
An Ohio doctor wrote up his own obituary in hilarious fashion, but didn't disclose just what did him in.
Rangers' playoff dream is officially over
The Rangers fell short of their ultimate goal this season.
Billionaire Reuben brothers are reshaping the NYC real estate map
The Reuben brothers aren’t yet widely known in New York real estate circles, but soon they will be. Simon and David Reuben — a pair of UK-based billionaires who were...
Rep. Liz Cheney's leadership post on shaky ground
House Republican Conference Chair Liz Cheney's (R-Wyo.) leadership position is on shaky ground, with a growing number of her GOP colleagues telling The Post that a second vote to oust...
Giants coach's frightening Daniel Jones injury revelation
Daniel Jones hurt his hamstring in the Week 11 victory over the Bengals, and it was worse than initially thought.
Green new meal: Top NYC chef explains switching Eleven Madison Park to all-vegan menu
Eleven Madison Park, one of the city’s priciest restaurants, is betting the farm — and seeds, roots and fungi — on an all-vegan menu when it reopens on June 10.
CIA director celebrates Derek Chauvin conviction in memo, report says
Burns, a career diplomat who served in the Clinton, George W. Bush and Obama administrations, also pledged to prioritize “accountability” and “progress on diversity, equity and inclusion.”
Former Oregon House Speaker cited in sex trafficking sting
The Democratic former speaker of Oregon’s House of Representatives was one of eight men nabbed in a sex trafficking sting by police last month, a local newspaper reported Monday.
This could become a huge Zach Wilson concern for Jets
When you watch film of Zach Wilson at BYU last season, there are plenty of things that stand out — including how clean his uniform is.
Here's the hard part for the Knicks: Jeff Van Gundy
Jeff Van Gundy was on the phone Monday with a reminder that Pat Riley had an expression for the team-building step that aligns with today’s Knicks. The innocent climb, Riley...
FBI agents shoot, wound armed suspect outside CIA headquarters
FBI agents shot and wounded an armed suspect outside CIA headquarters in Virginia on Monday, the agency said. The suspect was shot at about 6 p.m. following an hours-long standoff...
'Galaxy Quest' audio plays over House subcommittee hearing
Sounds from the movies “Galaxy Quest,” "Down Periscope," and a Village People song drowned out a livestreamed Congressional subcommittee meeting Monday, forcing lawmakers to temporarily recess. Members of the House...
Bill and Melinda Gates don't have a prenup, court docs reportedly reveal
Melinda Gates was the one to file for divorce from Bill Gates -- and the billionaire philanthropist couple apparently did not have a prenuptial agreement, court documents reveal.
Podcast: Yankees riding high into Astros clash
The Yankees are now 14-14 and get a tough task with the Astros coming to town on Tuesday for a three-game series.
Surging guard proving Knicks don't have to limit his minutes
MEMPHIS — Knicks point guard Derrick Rose understands what Alec Burks is going through as he works his way into condition after fighting off COVID-19. It took Rose a bit,...
Rep. Jayapal: Biden’s address ���was a vision full of progressive priorities’
In a brief message posted on Twitter Sunday, Jayapal described Biden’s speech – at which attendance was capped at around 200 people due to coronavirus protocols – as “the big-ticket...
New Jersey offers free beer to residents who get vaccinated in May
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced that breweries across the state are giving out beer to encourage people to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Nearly 1K wounded in Chicago so far this year, police say
Nearly a thousand people have been struck by bullets so far this year in Chicago, with murders and shootings so far outpacing 2020, while police also report a considerable drop in carjackings reported in the Windy City, officials...
'Bad trifecta' of issues plaguing Mets superstar
ST. LOUIS — Francisco Lindor’s slump to start his Mets career has become the most analyzed in baseball this season. Is it mechanical? Mental? The jolt of switching leagues and...
Westchester cops pick up tab for homeless man trying to steal socks
Police officers in the Mount Vernon Police Department bought a local homeless man a pair of socks after they were called to a store for shoplifting.
Biden has no excuse for his massive spending because the crisis is over
If Joe Biden wanted to spend massively in response to a nearly unprecedented public-health emergency, he was elected too late. The conventional wisdom justifying the president’s new FDR-sized ambitions is...
Red Lobster lends a helping hand during prom season
Red Lobster shows massive fans of the restaurant how to make their own biscuits corsages or boutonnieres with four easy steps in a Twitter video.
Yankees' 2017 ALCS loss among New York's biggest baseball what-ifs
The cheating Astros beating the Yankees in the 2017 ALCS was merely the most recent bewilderment to befall our baseball teams. It is a fairly tortured list.
Podcast: A wild weekend for the Mets
Phew. The Mets hung on Sunday by a thread to take two of three from the Phillies in what turned out to be a wild weekend.
Albany lawmakers extend NY's eviction moratorium to August 31
The measure will extend New York’s current moratorium placed on residential and commercial evictions from May 1 to August 31, 2020.
Embattled Scott Stringer believed Judge Kavanaugh's accuser
Scott Stringer is being accused of hypocrisy for having ripped public figures over the sex-harassment claims against them — while saying he deserves the benefit of the doubt in his...
How Cara Delevingne became Hollywood's biggest heartbreaker
For nearly a decade, the model has been unapologetically enjoying public relationships and sometimes just titillating flirtations with a bevy of beautiful women.
Yankees legend suddenly working for the enemy
Yankees legend Reggie Jackson is now working for the Houston Astros.
NYC restaurants to Cuomo: 'It's still not a full reopening'
Cuomo said current COVID-19 capacity limits on businesses including eateries would be lifted May 19, calling the move “a milestone for New York state and a significant moment of transition.”
Ghislaine Maxwell's sex crimes trial delayed until the fall
Ghislaine Maxwell's trial will be delayed until the fall after a Manhattan judge granted a postponement.
4-year-old girl mauled to death by family dog: report
A 4-year-old Texas girl was rushed to the hospital but could not be saved after being attacked by the family dog.
The Nets really need to win their rematch with Bucks
The Nets will get another immediate crack at Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks, almost as if it’s a mini preview of a heavyweight playoff series that could come to fruition...
DHS announces drop in illegal immigrant children in CBP custody amid crisis
The Department of Homeland Security announced the number of migrant children in custody of Customs and Border Protection has dropped 88% since March.
'Angry' Yankees fans getting first chance to let cheating Astros hear their wrath
The Astros will feel the wrath of Yankees fans for the first time since news of their illegal sign-stealing scandal broke, when they visit the Stadium on Tuesday in The...
Bill and Melinda Gates' daughter comments on divorce: Family going through 'challenging time'
Jennifer Gates, the 25-year-old daughter of Bill and Melinda Gates, said the family has been going through "a challenging stretch of time," after her parents' divorce announcement.
Caitlyn Jenner can teach the left a lesson about protecting girls' sports
If there is any issue on which woke leftism has placed itself in complete opposition to both fairness and science it’s transgender athletes and women’s sports. The notion that biological...
Ex-Yankee's wife joins CAA as a baseball agent
Amber Sabathia is CAA's newest baseball agent, the company announced on Monday. The wife of former Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia played an integral role in every aspect of the World...
Give back NY judges' power to require bail for clear threats to public safety
At least Bronx Judge Louis Nock tried: He set bail for the accused serial synagogue vandal at $20,000 on the theory that smashing glass counts as a violent felony and...
China's rulers' disgusting mockery of India's COVID-19 deaths
Boy, those Chinese Communists have some sense of humor: On Saturday, the Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission posted on its official Sina Weibo account (China’s version of Twitter) a...
Letters to the Editor — May 4, 2021
The Issue: The American Federation of Teachers’ influence on CDC guidelines on reopening schools. As a child, after the first New York City teachers’ strike, my father told me that...
How Ann Dowd finds the humanity in 'Handmaids Tale' villain Lydia
The actress, who won a 2017 Emmy for the role as evil Aunt Lydia, is back in Season 4 of the Hulu show.
Investigators look into petting zoo fire that killed dozens of animals
The Sunday blaze killed birds, turtles, a tortoise, a lemur, baby alligators, snakes, guinea pigs and others housed in the Gadsden city park barn. Animals that lived outside weren’t harmed.
Yes, America can still beat the coronavirus — don't buy the panic stories
Don't freak out over the New York Times story Monday claiming that the expert consensus now is that the United States will probably never reach herd immunity from the coronavirus....
MLB rookie gets 80-game steroid suspension
Miami Marlins rookie right-hander Paul Campbell was suspended 80 games on Monday after testing positive for an anabolic steroid in violation of Major League Baseball's drug program.
SUNY honcho urges pols to lift cap on charter schools
Merryl Tisch, chairwoman of the State University of New York's board of trustees, said "just saying no is not an answer."
8-month-old girl killed in hit-and-run on Long Island
The child Saige Berry was a passenger in the car that the driver fled from after the fatal accident in Long Island.
Everything you need to know about the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Since its inception in 2000, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has grown into possibly the largest and most influential private philanthropic organization in the world.
Dog owner gives mutt worst possible name, then dumps him at high-kill shelter
A Texas animal shelter named a stray dog that’s up for adoption “Covid” -- angering animal advocates who said the moniker is “insulting” and would decrease the chances the pup...
Expelling Asian Americans from top schools proves NYC education is off the rails
Anti-Asian violence in New York right now is more than random street-corner sucker punches and terrifying subway shoves. It’s also the deliberate disassembly of meritocratic public education under the guise...
Army vet Rep. Mast blasts Pentagon for denying permit for 'Rolling Thunder' event
Rep. Brian Mast is incensed over the Defense Department's decision to deny a permit for an event honoring veterans.
Netflix horror film inspired by New York ax murder
New Yorkers might get freaky flashbacks while they watch the new Netflix horror film “Things Heard & Seen.” An unhappy young mother (Amanda Seyfried) is brutally murdered with an ax,...
Chicago schools chief plans to leave post later this year
CHICAGO — The leader of Chicago Public Schools announced Monday that she is leaving the post later this year because it's time to “pass the torch to new leadership" of...
Hawaiians frustrated by slow repairs years after volcano eruption
People who live in the area where the volcano destroyed more than 700 structures and forced the evacuation of about 3,000 residents say they are frustrated by the slow pace...
Cleveland mayor allegedly uses status to protect gang member grandson
Cleveland Mayor Frank G. Jackson allegedly employed his power to hinder cops from arresting his grandson over a broad-daylight shooting in 2019.
FDA set to authorize Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for teens next week: report
The Food and Drug Administration is ready to authorize the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 12 to 15-year-olds, with the move due to come next week, according to a report.
DC mayor bans dancing at weddings: 'It's insane'
In a city where dancing is forbidden, not even a teenager with a rebellious spirit can save DC couples reeling from the capital’s latest COVID guidelines. Seemingly ripped straight from the plot...
Shame on Yankees if they don't stick it to cheaters
You know, in alternate baseball universes there exist worse pinstriped outcomes than the Yankees’ losses to the Astros in the 2017 and 2019 American League Championship Series.
Ted Cruz, Marco Rubio slam Corporate America for 'woke' leanings
Top Republicans are slamming American corporations' growing propensity for "woke" politics -- hitting American CEOs for using their influence to promote the "political agenda of today’s Democratic party." Speaking to...
Andrew Yang, Curtis Sliwa spotted at slain NYPD cop's wake
New York City mayoral hopefuls Andrew Yang and Curtis Sliwa made unannounced appearances at the wake for slain NYPD officer Anastasios Tsakos Monday afternoon. Yang, the Democratic frontrunner for the...
Rudy Giuliani says the feds 'are trying to frame me'
Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani is swinging back at the FBI following the raid on his Manhattan home, saying that the agency is trying to set him up.
Human remains found in 2 bears suspected in Colorado attack
A mother bear and its two yearling cubs were euthanized because state wildlife officers believed the animals had killed the woman – and could attack again.
Man survives 120-foot fall off cliff while taking selfie: report
A tourist in England is lucky to be alive after falling off the side of a cliff. Apparently, the man was attempting to pose for a picture when he lost his footing.
Biden raises refugee cap to 62,500 amid progressive outcry
President Joe Biden announced on Monday that he is raising the cap on refugees admitted into the country to 62,500, up from the 15,000 cap the administration said would remain...
WH reportedly mulling partnering with firms to monitor extremists
The Biden administration is reportedly considering contracting outside firms to track "extremist" chatter online in order to circumvent legal restrictions on the surveillance power of federal agencies like the Department of...
Trump, DeSantis, Cruz, Rubio, Tim Scott and Rick Scott speaking at pro-life summit
A list of potential 2024 GOP presidential candidates are speaking at the Susan B. Anthony List's Pro-Life Leaders Summit in Palm Beach, Florida.
Canadian chapter of Proud Boys dissolved
The group was said to have played a “pivotal role” in the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, the Canadian government said in briefing materials.
Apple and Fortnite creator kick off antitrust trial
Attorneys for "Fortnite" creator Epic Games and Apple will make opening arguments Monday at an antitrust trial whose ultimate outcome could affect Apple's fast-growing App Store business. The lawsuit, which...
NJ man identified as ‘fake rabbi’ of ultra-Orthodox community in Israel
Michael Elkohen, born Michael Elk in southern New Jersey, allegedly is the rabbi accused of leading a covert Christian missionary in Jerusalem to convert Jews.
Fans camp overnight to eat at largest White Castle on opening day
Floridians camped overnight in anticipation of eating at the newest -- and biggest -- outlet in Orlando on Monday.
Good Samaritan leaps into Maryland bay to save infant
The hero jumped into the Assawoman Bay near Ocean City to save an infant that was thrown into the water from a car after an accident.
Holocaust memorial in Oregon defaced with anti-Semitic graffiti
Cops in Portland found swastikas and other Nazi-related hate symbols spray-painted onto the Oregon Holocaust Memorial in Washington Park early Sunday, police said. The graffiti has since been removed.
Why Yankees are keeping prized prospect a minor-league 'mystery'
The Yankees kept their top prospect in extended spring training in Tampa instead of assigning him to a team.
Here's why the My Magic Carpet is a must-have for your home
The luxurious, trendy carpets come in a variety of designs, colors and sizes, so finding something that fits your home will be effortless.
Bracing for a record pool chlorine shortage in summer 2021
A pool chlorine shortage may wreak havoc on swimmers during the summer of 2021.
Bill and Melinda Gates announce they are getting divorced
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates -- who is worth an estimated $130 billion -- and his wife, Melinda, are getting a divorce after 27 years of marriage, the couple announced Monday in...
'Clean' skin care is trending — here's why less is suddenly more
As a cosmetic chemist and brand consultant specializing in “clean” skin care, Krupa Koestline’s phone has been blowing up in the past year. A native of India who grew up...
Runs will come easy for bettors in this NL West clash
After missing the whole 2020 season and a rough 2019 season in which he lost 10 straight starts, San Francisco Giants starter Aaron Sanchez will look to keep his bounce-back...
Major corrections on Giuliani raid and other commentary
Media watch: Major Corrections on Rudy Raid “The Washington Post, New York Times, and NBC News all issued corrections over the weekend, saying that Rudy Giuliani did not receive a...
Florida scuba divers discover 50-pound Ice Age mammoth bone in river
Two scuba divers believe they stumbled across a bone belonging to a Columbian mammoth, which wandered around Florida between 2.6 million and 10,000 years ago.
Mile cry club: Woman gives birth on flight to Hawaii
An un-expectant mother gave birth aboard a Delta Airlines flight last week between Salt Lake City and Honolulu. Experts say his residence is up-in-the-air.
Giants captain tweaks Eagles with sad NFL Draft photo
The Giants’ co-captain published two side-by-side photos on Instagram of 2021 first-round draft picks DeVonta Smith (Eagles) and Kadarius Toney (Giants).
Iran's 'Miss Detailer' polishes cars and breaks taboos
It’s a men’s-only club in the tangle of auto repair shops on the traffic-clogged streets of Iran’s capital, Tehran. That’s until Maryam Roohani, 34, pops up from under a car’s...
NFL legend trashes 'weak' Aaron Rodgers: Let him 'cry, retire'
Terry Bradshaw’s message to Aaron Rodgers amounts to a game-show catchphrase: You are the weakest link! Goodbye!
Elderly woman among six hurt on Staten Island in NYPD SUV crash
A cop was behind the wheel of the NYPD sector car east on Forest Avenue with another officer when they collided with a TLC livery cab heading north on Broadway...
Knicks taking chance by breaking superstition
The Knicks haven’t exactly lived up to their “orange and blue’’ nickname during these recent prosperous times.
Inside Matt Damon's $4.2M Irish 'fairy tale' lockdown mansion
Damon rented the house while filming his newest movie, “The Last Duel,” outside Dublin. The shoot was canceled before it began, so his family quarantined at the house for two...
LIRR conductor pocketed train tickets to give to his friends: prosecutors
Robert Anderson, of West Islip, faces four years in prison for passing out unpunched Long Island Rail Road train tickets to his friends.
Biden pushes mammoth infrastructure proposal to be paid for by 'corporate America'
President Biden went out to promote the education portion of his multi-trillion dollar infrastructure proposal, the "American Families Plan."
Edward's coffee order has Starbucks barista begging to end TikTok trend
TikTok is sick: Dripping in extra whipped cream, caramel syrup drizzle, pumps of cinnamon dulce and honey, five bananas and more — this sticky, tricky Starbucks order has social media...
Wisconsin casino shooter threatened boss after being fired: 'Times up'
The supervisor of a Wisconsin restaurant targeted by a gunman got a temporary restraining order against him after a series of threats, including a warning message that said, "times (sic)...
Cuomo says to get vaxxed so you don't kill Granny — amid his own nursing home scandal
Despite the nursing home scandal, Gov. Andrew Cuomo wants New York youths to think of the elderly and get vaccinated for COVID-19.
White Rutgers student quotes racial slur, igniting backlash and petition
A white Rutgers law student used the N-word while quoting a legal opinion -- igniting backlash and starting a petition demanding a policy on slurs at the New Jersey school,...
Three-time Indy 500 winner dead at 87
Bobby Unser, a beloved three-time Indianapolis 500 winner and part of the only pair of brothers to win “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” has died. He was 87. He died...
Vladimir Putin’s ‘love child' launches risqué fashion line
She's "Putin" on a show. Vladimir Putin's "secret daughter" Luiza Rozova, aka Elizaveta Krivonogikh, has launched a fashion line, called 123th Ave, which includes a head-turning topless look. Rozova’s mother,...
Teamsters endorse embattled Scott Stringer for mayor, reject assault allegations
Embattled mayoral candidate and city Comptroller Scott Stringer won the endorsement of Teamsters Local 237 after its leader dismissed his accuser's sexual misconduct claims.
Kate Winslet sells titanic, $5.7 million NYC penthouse loft
Someone had the ¢ents and sensibility to buy the actress' penthouse.
Woman goes wild on Miami-to-NYC flight, punches flight attendant: feds
Chenasia Campbell of Brooklyn is facing federal charges after the attack on an American Airlines flight.
Atlantic City casinos reinvesting millions despite COVID
The renovations come in a span of a few weeks in which the Ocean Casino Resort announced it is spending $15 million on upgrades to the casino floor.
'Justice will prevail': Mourners gather for Andrew Brown Jr.'s funeral in NC
Andrew Brown Jr,'s body rested at the front of the chapel in Elizabeth City, North Carolina in a metallic casket, as dozens filled the chapel, not far from where he...
Flippin' out: TV couple's latest house trade in Long Island
The TV personalities first, house-flippers a close second, found a buyer barking up the right tree.
This new Sling TV promotion gets you first month access for just $10
While more and more people are deciding to cancel their cable subscription everyday, on the off chance that you're still paying hundreds of dollars to watch live and local TV,...
Austin residents vote to ban homeless encampments
Fifty-seven percent of voters in the Texas state capital said they were in favor of reinstating criminal penalties for camping in public spaces via Proposition B.
Instagram's 'Jump Rump Queen' lists $3.5M Long Island 'dream home'
"I believe in the good energy and good karma of where you live. We decided to build something that was grand with lots of light and positive energy. I am...
Bet on Vince Velasquez to get it done for Phillies
Milwaukee’s Adrian Houser (2-2, 3.65 ERA) pitches at Philly. Vince Velasquez (0-0, 6.57 ERA) throws for the home team. Brewers made us pay Saturday night. Payback time. 10 units on...
2-year-old boy found safe after church abduction
A 2-year-old boy who was abducted from a Virginia church and thought to be in “extreme danger” has been found safe, authorities said Monday.
Asian Americans see generational split on confronting racism
The shootings and other recent attacks on Asian Americans have exposed a generational divide in the community.
Cry Wolf: Parlor founder slashes price on $8 million NYC home
It took a multi-million price shave, but serial mompreneur Pam Wolf has finally sold her home for $8 million.
San Diego boat capsize came two days after warning of human smuggling
Federal authorities warned about a rise in human smuggling attempts by sea just two days before a boat believed to be carrying dozens of migrants capsized, killing four.
NYC shootings surged 200% last week, NYPD figures show
Shootings across NYC have jumped 200 percent in the last week, a harrowing statistic that includes 49 people killed or wounded.
Man shot on Queens street on his birthday dies of injuries, cops say
Kajawn Howard died from the Queens shooting Monday. Howard, 26, was shot in the back on Rockaway Boulevard near 134th Street in South Ozone Park around 11:40 p.m. that night,...
Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen spotted at their new 'Billionaire Bunker'
Under construction: Brady and Bündchen slapped down the sizable sum for the "Billionaire Bunker," with plans to demolish the current house and build a state-of-the-art, eco-friendly home.
Billionaire ex sells nearly $10M Hamptons home
When it comes to creeks, Sams' the man. Stacey Bronfman — the art collector, mother and ex-wife of billionaire Seagram heir Matthew Bronfman — has sold her Hamptons home for...
CIA recruitment video slammed as 'woke propaganda'
The CIA released a promotional video on Twitter which features a 36-year-old officer who used off a series of left-wing buzzwords before boasting that she can "wax eloquent on complex...
Aaron Rodgers trade scenarios: Where could the QB end up?
Just as the trade speculation around Deshaun Watson and Russell Wilson quieted, Aaron Rodgers filled the void. Rodgers has stopped short of formally demanding a trade, but he has let...
Hundreds of boats line Lake Geneva for Switzerland-France border art project
Vessels from yachts to rowboats took part in the event, for which more than 250 vessels signed up.
The Weeknd calls Grammys 'corrupt,' boycotts awards amid rule change
The 31-year-old singer blasted The Grammys for "corruption" and boycotts the awards despite the Recording Academy's recent elimination of "secret" nomination-review committees.
NYC's municipal workforce of about 80,000 returns to the office
More than 180,000 city workers who have received at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine, according to de Blasio.
Why a baseball team was spying on a couple's second date
The Arizona Diamondbacks' Twitter account has taken sleuthing to an extreme new level. YouTuber Connor Buckley pressed the Diamondbacks' social account to keep tabs on his roommate, who was on...
Look out below! Debris from giant Chinese rocket could crash down in New York
The 21-ton object is the core stage of one of China's largest rockets, the Long March 5B, which had launched the first module for the country's space station, Space News...
Ex-NFLer pees himself, fights his cousin in bizarre Pizza Hut arrest video
The situation stemmed from a confrontation between Pizza Hut employees and Walton, who claimed one of the staffers "disrespected" him.
Tourists might be Europe-bound soon
In an announcement sure to be welcomed by travelers worldwide, EU officials on Monday proposed easing restrictions on visiting the 27-nation bloc as vaccination campaigns across the continent gather speed.
Chris Jericho on AEW Blood and Guts, Mike Tyson plans, WWE free agents
Chris Jericho leads The Inner Circle (Sammy Guevara, Jake Hager, Santana and Ortiz) against Maxwell Jacob Freidman’s group The Pinnacle (Wardlow, Shawn Spears, Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) in a...
LA Times taps ESPN's Kevin Merida as new executive editor
The Los Angeles Times named ESPN executive Kevin Merida its new executive editor on Monday, making him the third person of color to head the newsroom in its 140-year history....
House Republicans slam Biden proposal to send cash to Central America
Reps. James Comer and Jason Smith, the ranking Republicans on the House Oversight and House Budget committees, questioned the Biden administration's solution to border problem.
UN body concerned over Belgium's police-related racial violence
The UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD), which is made of 18 independent experts, also called for more ethnic diversity in Belgium's police force.
NYC’s bougiest restaurant — known for $500 meals — goes completely vegan
Eleven Madison Park, one of the world's most acclaimed restaurants where meals go for more than $350, has announced its menu is going vegan.
Gravity jet suit taken for a spin by the Royal Marines
Jet suit developer Gravity Industries is teaming up with Royal Marines. Watch as they perform a high-flying maritime exercise off the south coast of the United Kingdom using this state-of-the-art technology. Subscribe to our...
Gov. Cuomo says he will not resign: 'I did nothing wrong, period'
Gov. Andrew Cuomo dug in his heels and again vowed not to resign — while appearing to take a swipe at state Attorney General Letitia James’s probe into his sex-harassment...
Cuomo rips MTA, says he wouldn't let his own kid ride the subway
"You want people on the subways. You can't ignore the reasons why people don't want to go on the subway," Cuomo said during a press briefing in Manhattan, in which he...
Colorado extends COVID mask mandate
As 1.9 million Colorado residents are considered fully vaccinated, the mandate notes that counties experiencing high case counts for over a week will need to enforce mask-wearing for public indoor...
Afghanistan's 'last Jew' plans to flee amid fears of Taliban return
Zebulon Simentov, who was born in the 1950s, has remained in the country throughout a Soviet Invasion, imprisonment and the Taliban's reign.
Here's how the 'Sex and the City' revival is replacing Samantha
It will fill her gap in the central friend group with three women of color -- a shift toward inclusivity since an all-white group of friends doesn’t make much sense...
The 21 best Star Wars gifts to buy diehard fans
No matter what side of the Force they choose, the fan in your life deserves a token of appreciation for their devotion to the epic franchise.
Ghost guns, Nazi items, nearly $1M in meth seized at Pennsylvania home
The collection was allegedly found Wednesday in the Northampton residence of Christopher Weikert and Tara Gallucci as narcotics agents from the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office and state police executed a...
Astros may have stolen this Yankees core's best chance at World Series: Sherman
In hindsight, we can now wonder: could that season of Astros cheating have been the last best chance for this core of Yankees to win it all?
Eight reported killed as Myanmar protests aim to ‘shake the world’
Myanmar security forces opened fire on protesters on Sunday, and wars with ethnic minority insurgents have continued to intensify.
Ron DeSantis suspends all of Florida's local COVID emergency orders
Gov. Ron DeSantis said he signed an executive order ending COVID-19 emergency orders in Florida because it was the "evidence-based thing to do," per a report from the Orlando Sentinel.
Reclusive ‘Simpsons’ writer John Swartzwelder gives rare interview
Homer and Bart may be among the most widely known characters from "The Simpsons" — but tucked in the background, and far from the spotlight, is one writer in particular.
De Blasio backs rogue judge who tried to jail alleged NYC synagogue vandal
Mayor Bill de Blasio praised the rogue judge who tried in vain to lock up an accused synagogue vandal, and said the bail-reform law should be reconsidered for hate crimes.
Oktoberfest canceled in Germany yet again
Bavarian Governor Markus Soeder said it was with “heavy hearts” that they decided to call off the festival for which the state is known globally, but that with coronavirus numbers...
Boxer ordered held without bail in grisly killing of pregnant girlfriend
Puerto Rican boxer Felix Verdejo was ordered held without bail in the death of his pregnant girlfriend and her unborn baby, according to reports.
US unlikely to achieve COVID-19 herd immunity, experts say
"The virus is unlikely to go away,” Rustom Antia, an evolutionary biologist at Emory University in Atlanta, told the New York Times.
NJ police department's autism awareness project equips officers with sensory tool kits
Roselle Park Police are equipping patrol cars with new 'Emergency Sensory Tool Kits' and training officers.
Rangers must resolve disconnect between David Quinn and star players
There is an issue at the top of the Rangers lineup that must be resolved before the hierarchy can move into what necessarily must be a Summer of Reconstruction to...
Amazon making its NFL move earlier than expected
Amazon Prime Video's exclusive 15-game Thursday Night NFL package will begin with the 2022 NFL season.
Jay-Z completes sale of Tidal to Jack Dorsey’s Square for reported $350M
Square announced the deal back in March, saying that it expected to pay $297 million in a mix of cash and stock for an undisclosed majority ownership stake in Tidal,...
Germany busts international child porn site used by 400,000
Authorities said the platform was “one of the world’s biggest child pornography darknet platforms” and had been active at least since 2019.
Grammy organizers end 'secret committees' amid corruption allegations
The Recording Academy said Friday that nominations for the next Grammy Awards in January will be chosen by its 11,000 voting members instead of by committees of 15 to 30...
Disneyland's Snow White ride attacked for 'kiss without her consent'
Disneyland's revamped Snow White ride has become the latest target of 'cancel culture' -- because it features the iconic kiss by Prince Charming that happens as she sleeps and "without...
Afghan forces could face ‘bad possible outcomes’ from US withdrawal: top general
Speaking to Associated Press and CNN reporters Saturday while flying from Hawaii to Washington DC, Gen. Mark Milley explained how Afghan forces planned to operate without US military personnel in...
Vegas is giving this NHL team too much respect
With just four points separating the Minnesota Wild and the West division leading Vegas Golden Knights, bettors can expect there to be a playoff atmosphere when the teams meet Monday...
Ex-USA gymnastics coach accused of horrific abuse of gold medalist
Hall of Fame gymnastics coach Bela Karolyi and his wife, Martha, face fresh allegations of physical and psychological abuse of young female athletes dating to the 1960s in a newly...
Wisconsin casino shooter identified by police
Bruce K. Pofahl, 62, a former employee of the Duck Creek Kitchen and Bar, walked into the restaurant at the Radisson Hotel Saturday with a handgun and opened fire, Brown...
Many COVID restrictions in tri-state area finally ending — here's when
Many capacity restrictions in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut — including those affecting restaurants, offices, museums and theaters — will end May 19, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Monday.
Pol arrested for drunk driving, publicly admits to alcohol problem
Michigan State Rep. Bryan Posthumus, a first-term Republican representing Cannon Township, was arrested Friday after his Jeep hit a mailbox and rolled over. “I am deeply disappointed in myself for...
Fiancée shares heartbreaking message after NASCAR driver's death
Both McClure's family and NASCAR confirmed his passing in statements on Sunday. Though, neither included details about the tragedy or a cause of death.
Latin America looks to space, despite limitations on ground
Space-related news is flowing, and not just from the world’s richest, biggest nations.
Cool off this summer with this portable A/C unit under $100
The EvaChill has a one-touch operation button and an integrated handle, so you can conveniently carry it wherever you go.
Tragic final photo shows teen couple moments before they were killed in crash on way to prom
Lendon Byram is pictured pulling his girlfriend Kalen Hart close as they smiled for the snaps before they died in the two-car wreck Saturday night in Hamilton County.
‘Hospitals are full’ as Argentina COVID-19 cases hit 3 million
Argentina coronavirus cases hit 3 million on Sunday since the pandemic began, as medical workers said hospitals were full to capacity despite toughened government measures to bring down the spread...
Massive music fest was one big COVID-19 science experiment
Thousands attended a state-sponsored festival over the weekend in England as part of ongoing research to examine the risk of coronavirus transmission in large public gatherings.
Advance your knowledge in corporate finance with this $25 training bundle
If you want to pursue a career that involves investment banking, corporate development, financial planning, and capital budgeting, then there’s a lot you need to know. Don’t start getting overwhelmed...
Warren Buffett says US economy is 'red hot' but warns on inflation
“Right now, business really is very good in a great many segments of the economy … It’s almost a buying frenzy," Berkshire Hathaway's chief executive told shareholders at the company’s...
Asian woman attacked with hammer in Times Square
The attack unfolded around 8:40 p.m. when the black suspect snapped at her 31-year-old victim in front of 411 W. 42nd St., cops said Monday.
Marvel sets dates for next 10 movies, including ‘Black Panther’ sequel
"Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" will hit theaters on July 8, 2022, but sadly without its Oscar-nominated original star Chadwick Boseman.
GameStop signs lease for massive distribution warehouse, ditches debt
The GameStop warehouse facility in York, Pa., which will support the Texas-based retailer's e-commerce business, is expected to be operational by the fourth quarter of this year and is meant...
Former teammate tries to put an end to Tom Brady reunion rumors
The on-air exchange marked the second time Brady has publicly hinted at an Edelman reunion since the 34-year-old announced his retirement in mid-April.
Deshaun Watson's Texans fate could be sealed with 2021 season in doubt
Deshaun Watson’s time with the Texans might be over one way or another.
Blinken says US does not have 'the luxury of not dealing with China'
"I think that over time, China believes that it can be and should be and will be the dominant country in the world," he said.
Subways to resume 24/7 service as NYC reopens post-pandemic
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday will announce the resumption of 24/7 subway service, sources said.
Son creates sexy OnlyFans account for his mom — and he wants a cut
Leonardo Hathaway, 19, created an OnlyFans account for his mom, Lucene Duarte, so that he could take a cut of her earnings.
De Blasio promises sizzling summer in NYC, insists reopening will happen
"Look, we are going to be ready July 1. Eight weeks from now, New York City is going to come back, because we are making incredible progress," Hizzoner said on...
Congo declares end of Ebola outbreak that killed six
The Democratic Republic of Congo on Monday declared the end of an Ebola outbreak that infected 12 people in the eastern province of North Kivu.
Fudged up: Chocolate shop fires worker who refused to serve cop
A Seattle chocolate shop employee was fired for refusing to serve a police officer last week, the store's owner said in an about-face after initially backing the worker's "freedom of...
Bum-mer: Bikini-clad tourist claims she was confronted by angry mom on the beach
A Hawaii tourist claims she was pressured to leave the beach by a mom who told her that her bikini was inappropriate and "in the way" of her kids.
Sen. Manchin says he was ready to 'stay and fight' during Capitol riot
Sen. Joe Manchin said he was prepared to hold his ground when the crowd of Trump supporters converged on the US Capitol.
Facebook oversight board to reveal decision on Trump ban
Facebook’s “Oversight Board” said Monday that its decision on whether to keep former US President Donald Trump blocked from its social media platforms will come Wednesday.
Woman, 62, fatally struck by Jeep on Staten Island, cops say
A 19-year-old woman was driving a 2015 Jeep SUV south on Hylan Boulevard when she hit Hongyou Huang around 9:40 p.m in the Oakwood Heights section.
Airport security app Clear looks to score with US ‘vaccine passport’
Over 60 US stadiums and other venues are deploying an app from Clear to verify people’s COVID-19 status, placing the New York company known for its airport security fast lanes...
Why India's COVID-19 data is vastly undercounted
Even after more than a year of devastating coronavirus surges across the world, the intensity and scale of India’s current crisis stands out, with patients desperate for short supplies of...
The truth about the Mac Jones-49ers draft hype revealed
NFL insiders, including Adam Schefter, and analysts close to San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan, such as Chris Simms, suggested that the team might take Mac Jones.
CVS offering on-site mental health services
CVS Health is rolling out mental health counseling at some of its MinuteClinics in order to give communities better access to the service. The company first kicked off its effort at five MinuteClinics inside...
Video of sumo wrestler's tragic match haunts sport
A Japanese sumo wrestler has died a month after falling on his head during a bout in a case that has raised questions about the sport’s response to medical emergencies.
Doc claims to reveal a look inside Hitler's twisted sex life
Adolf Hitler had a complicated, kinky sex life filled with voyeurism, sadomasochism, and even incest, a documentary series claims.
LeBron: Whoever is behind NBA play-in tournament needs to be 'fired'
At 36-28, the Lakers are in a three-way tie with the Mavericks and Blazers for the No. 5 seed.
Wisconsin casino shooting victim recovering after emergency surgery
A survivor of the Wisconsin casino shooting that killed two employees is recovering after he underwent emergency surgery to have his "jaw wired shut," his family said. Dan "Danny" Mulligan...
Aaron Rodgers' curious text to NFL analyst after trade report
The disgruntled Packers quarterback texted Mark Schlereth after the Fox Sports analyst reported Thursday night that the Broncos were near a trade to acquire Rodgers.
Warren Buffett rips Robinhood for turning stock market into 'casino'
Legendary investor and Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett slammed stock-trading app Robinhood -- saying it’s turning the market into a casino.
Chinese post mocking India's COVID deaths taken down
The Chinese Communist Party's law enforcement body pulled a posting mocking India's COVID-19 death crisis following fierce backlash online in China.
Alan Moore is 'bursting with fiction' as he announces new fantasy epic
The "Watchmen" legend is out of retirement with two "groundbreaking" new works, including a five-volume fantasy book series and a collection of short stories.
'Million Dollar Listing' star gives Season 9 sneak peek at the 'OG of Supertalls'
Get ready to step inside one of the dreamy, luxe homes that will be featured on Season 9 of "Million Dollar Listing."
Opponents of 'critical race theory' win Texas school board election
A Texas school board has scored an overwhelming election victory to stop "critical race theory" and a new "cultural competence action plan" from being forced into classes. The elections in...
Private equity firm acquires Verizon’s Yahoo, AOL for $5B
Private equity firm Apollo Global Management has acquired Verizon’s media group for $5 billion, the two companies announced Monday.
Fredrik Eklund: What to expect on this season of 'Million Dollar Listing'
Less than a year before the pandemic, “Million Dollar Listing”’s Fredrik Eklund moved to Los Angeles with the hopes of running a bi-coastal agency — a lifestyle where he’d constantly...
Families separated at border under Trump reuniting in US this week
The reunions are expected to occur sometime between Monday and Wednesday.
Sick of working from home? Lug your laptop to these outdoor NYC spots
Professionals now have the chance to break free from their cramped apartments and work from the outdoor spaces of a number of local New York spots.
Pfizer pushes India for 'expedited' vaccine approval amid COVID spike
Pfizer is pushing India’s government for an “expedited approval pathway” for its COVID-19 vaccine -- and announced a donation worth more than $70M.
Ethereum hits all-time high as investors look beyond bitcoin
Cryptocurrency ether, the digital token of the Ethereum blockchain, topped $3,000 on Monday, hitting an all-time high and stealing attention away from the world’s largest crypto, bitcoin. Ether’s price rose...
Little mermaids put on a big show
As mermaid tails become increasingly realistic, it's no wonder that underwater performers would take the art form to new depths. Watch as a more than 100 professional "mermaids" from across...
Skeletal remains pulled from Long Island marsh: cops
Police in Suffolk County discovered skeletal remains in a coastal marsh on Sunday — and homicide detectives are now investigating the find, authorities said. Cops found the remains in Mastic...
Carnival cruise ships return to Texas port as industry nears return
Two Carnival cruise ships returned to a popular Texas port on Sunday for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic halted the cruise industry more than a year ago. The...
See it: suspect beats, stomps man in caught-on-camera Brooklyn attack
A suspect seriously injured man in a caught-on-camera beatdown in Brooklyn last Wednesday, police said. The 49-year-old victim was repeatedly punched and stomped on by another man outside a building...
Judge orders accused Jewish center vandal to be cut loose
A Bronx judge on Sunday night ordered the alleged Riverdale synagogue vandal cut loose on supervised release — reversing an earlier decision by a separate jurist to hold the suspect...
Queens president Richards endorses Eric Adams for mayor
The king of Queens is backing Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams for mayor. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards told The Post his Brooklyn counterpart is the "steady hand" the Big...
Edwin Diaz's Mets outing was worrying in every way
PHILADELPHIA — The 2019 version of Edwin Diaz resurfaced Sunday night, and only a favorable video review and a game-ending bailout by Jeurys Familia spared him and the Mets from...
Two high schoolers die in crash on their way to prom
Two Indiana high school students were killed and two others injured in a car crash on their way to prom Saturday night, a report said. Lendon Byram and his girlfriend...
Now the Knicks' fun really starts
The Knicks pounded the Rockets. They clubbed them 122-97, and even managed to give Julius Randle the whole fourth quarter off. Now the fun can really start.