May 6, 2021
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won't seek reelection
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced late Thursday that she would not seek a second term after what she described as "thoughtful prayer and consideration."
Alaska teacher on leave after 'racially insensitive' George Floyd comments
An Alaskan High school teacher was placed on administrative leave after making comments that George Floyd would still be alive if he had followed directions from Minnesota police.
Newest Knick a 'very special player'
Facundo Campazzo said fellow Argentinian and newest Knick Luca Vildoza will be a talented NBA player who has the potential to make "spectacular plays every game."
Star's 'incredibly heads up play' not enough in Yankees' loss
The Yankees middle infielder took advantage of the Astros asleep in the shift as he scored from first base on an infield hit late in Thursday afternoon's contest.
Pro golfer busted for sexting, trying to meet up with '15-year-old' for sex
Dan Bowling, 26, had been chatting up a detective acting as a teen online since April with conversations that "turned sexual in nature within the first 24 hours and intensified...
Rapper ‘Chad Focus' sentenced to prison for stealing $4M to boost career
Chad Arrington, aka Chad Focus, used a company credit card to finance his dreams -- including buying a billboard in Times Square and followers on social media.
Phil Mickelson turns back the clock for a day
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Phil Mickelson has gone nine months since he finished among the top 20, and it looks as though that streak is about to end at the Wells...
Mexican subway rider tells how last minute decision to change cars saved his life
A decision to change cars may have saved Erik Bravo, a financial adviser who survived the collapse of an elevated line in Mexico City’s subway system that killed 25 people...
Why Adam Schefter waited to report Aaron Rodgers-Packers tumult
The 2021 NFL Draft was consumed by Aaron Rodgers-Packers drama -- but it wasn't exactly the breaking news story it seemed like.
Nets fall to Mavericks as No. 1 seed hopes slip away
The biggest games of the season have seen Brooklyn’s worst slump of the season.
NYPD arrests man accused of gunpoint robberies in Central Park
A man suspected of two recent gunpoint robberies in Central Park was arrested by an eagle-eyed police officer on Thursday morning, authorities said. Andrew Thornton, 34, was busted near Strawberry...
Iraq TV show that faked ISIS-style ambushes is a bomb with viewers
Raslan Haddad, the host of the controversial Iraqi prank show Tannab Raslan, claims the show shouldn't have been taken off the air.
Rangers had nothing in the tank for this one
The Rangers, in the midst of a tumultuous week, were listless from the start and lost their fifth straight.
Islanders' struggles continue as playoffs near
The Devils sent the playoff-bound Islanders to their third straight loss.
Jonathan Bush, brother of President George H.W. Bush, dies
Jonathan Bush, the younger brother of the late President George H.W. Bush, travelled around the world on his brother's behalf.
Why Giants believe best is yet to come for offensive line
If this is the five-man starting unit, can it get the job done?
Jen Psaki admits she tells Biden 'don't take questions'
President Biden taking questions from reporters outside the formal setting of a White House press conference "is not something we recommend," press secretary Jen Psaki admitted Thursday.
Shocking video shows random stabbing of two Asian women in San Francisco
A new video shows the gruesome stabbing of two elderly Asian women in San Francisco on May 4, 2021.
Trump leaving for New Jersey after Mar-a-Lago Mother's Day brunch: report
Former President Donald Trump will spend his summer at his Bedminster, New Jersey golf course, where he'll base his political operations.
Jose Altuve proved himself a worthy Yankees foil
The Yankee fans cursed Jose Altuve’s team, his name, his 31st birthday. None of that stopped him.
Chris Drury could be final piece of puzzle for Rangers
Chris Drury as president and general manager will be tasked with providing the ingredients necessary to transform the Rangers into a perennial Stanley Cup contender.
DNA links Ohio man to 1995 murder of bridesmaid in his wedding
Police arrested an Ohio man for the 1995 sexual assault and murder of a teacher who they said was a bridesmaid in his wedding. Clayton Bernard Foreman, 61, was linked...
The week in whoppers: CNN's COVID nonsense, Biden's tax-hike gaffe and more
Diary of disturbing disinformation and dangerous delusions: This Headline: France kept classrooms open 'at all costs.' At a school where 20 pupils lost loved ones, some say the price was...
Concerns John Kerry downplayed China human rights abuses to deal on climate
House Republicans are raising concerns about John Kerry over recent remarks he made on reaching a potential climate deal with China -- saying he trivialized the severity of the human...
Inside the gangs whose turf war resulted in tragic slaying of NYC tot
The Hoolies and the 900s have been warring over a slice of Bedford-Stuyvesant since at least 2018, leaving behind a trail of bodies, bullets and terrorized bystanders.
Rifle-wielding Army trainee charged after hijacking school bus full of children
Jovan Collazo, an Army trainee at Fort Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina, allegedly took over a school bus with a rifle.
Pinstripe Pod: Stanton’s bat propelling the Yankees
The Yankees did not throw away an opportunity to beat the Astros this week.
Colorado lawmaker under fire for calling colleague 'Buckwheat'
Colorado Republican Rep. Richard Holtorf drew the ire of his colleagues Wednesday morning when he apparently called one of them "Buckwheat" after they interrupted his remarks.
Slumping Mets star finally gets glimmer of hope
Shortstop Francisco Lindor finally broke out of an 0-for-26 slump with a single against the Cardinals on Thursday afternoon as the Mets took the series finale.
Hostage situation unfolds at Wells Fargo in Minnesota
The local police and FBI are responding to an active hostage situation at a Wells Fargo bank in St. Cloud, Minnesota.
Hilary Duff on why adult 'Lizzie McGuire' revival was axed
"I think they are really trying to figure out what kind of content they want living on Disney+, and that doesn't totally align with, like, where I see Lizzie right...
Latest school shooter identified as 6th-grade girl
A sixth-grade girl was identified as the person who opened fire at an Idaho middle school Thursday, wounding two students and a custodian before she was disarmed by a teacher.
Here's why Andrew Yang wants to hike taxes on vacant NYC land by 500%
Andrew Yang claimed the steep tax hike on vacant land will encourage development in New York City.
Rome's new pizza vending machine panned by critics
Rome unveiled its newest vending machine which dispenses pizza, but customers were not fans of the product favoring the traditional slice over the innovation.
Gerrit Cole couldn't solve Astros slugger
Yankees starter Gerrit Cole allowed two runs on solo homers to the Astros' Yordan Alvarez, finishing the day with a season-low four strikeouts over seven innings.
DHS Mayorkas: We're reuniting whole families, not just parents, with border kids
The Biden administration is working to reunite entire families with kids separated from them at the U.S.-Mexico border under the Trump administration -- including siblings and extended family members.
What critical race theory is really about
Critical race theory is an academic discipline, formulated in the 1990s and built on the intellectual framework of identity-based Marxism.
DOE’s rogue canceling of Columbus Day shows de Blasio doesn’t really control schools
Mayor Bill de Blasio doubled down Thursday on his claim that he and Schools Chancellor Meisha Ross Porter were blindsided by the city Department of Education’s move to replace Columbus...
Yanks' luck with rotation health bucks MLB trend: Sherman
The Yanks did not place a starter on the IL in April 2021. That marked the first time April-to-August that the Yanks had not put a starter on the IL...
De Blasio rebrands wife's $1B ThriveNYC — and makes program permanent
Mayor Bill de Blasio has quietly moved to rename and make permanent first lady Chirlane McCray's embattled billion-dollar ThriveNYC mental health initiative, shifting it to City Hall and creating the...
A big factor that led to Rangers' regime shakeup
The Rangers' lack of grit was one of the factors that CEO Jim Dolan took into consideration when he dismissed president John Davidson and general manager Jeff Gorton.
Judge says Citi Bike rival can continue operating for now despite DOT lawsuit
A privately-run new bike share service can continue to operate its e-bikes in Manhattan for now despite city litigation to bring the company's operations to a halt, a judge ruled...
News Corp. 3Q beats Wall Street expectations, says Investors Business Daily deal finalized
News Corp. beat Wall Street's expectations for the quarter ended in March as it moved toward its most profitable year since it split off its entertainment arm in 2013. The...
Knife-wielding man shot by security guards at Bronx Macy's
A knife-wielding man was shot by private security guards outside the Macy's in the Bronx's Parkchester development, cops said. The shooting happened just before 4:45 p.m. Thursday when a man...
Bills GM sees 'advantage' to cutting unvaxxed players
Bills general manager Brandon Beane raised eyebrows on Wednesday with his comments about vaccines. Beane, during a radio interview, said it would "be an advantage" to cut an unvaccinated player...
Longhorns linebacker, brother of NFL rookie, found dead
Jake Ehlinger, the younger brother of Colts quarterback Sam Ehlinger, was found dead in Austin but authorities say they don't consider the death suspicious.
SUNY chair Merryl Tisch is right: It's time to lift the cap on NYC charter schools
Let’s all hope lawmakers listen to SUNY Chair Merryl Tisch's voice of reason and drop their ideological opposition to the expansion of educational opportunity to low-income children of color in...
State lawmakers have no excuses left: Lift the cap on charter schools now!
With Washington dumping billions on New York City’s public-school system, the Legislature’s main excuse for not raising the cap on charter schools in the city is now toast, points out...
Consumers getting socked with higher prices -- and it could last months or years
Americans looking to spend a little money as they emerge from the pandemic are about to get pinched by rising prices everywhere they turn.
'I'd be dead': Stephen A. Smith on the drug dealer who slapped him straight
Stephen A. Smith tried to get into the 'drug game' as a child, but one dealer made sure he stayed on a different path.
Clergy urge Cuomo to 'stop using us as props' and make churches vaccine sites
A coalition of New York City clergy and minority activists is urging Gov. Andrew Cuomo to stop using them as political "props" and designate houses of worship as "essential," letting...
Facebook's 'oversight board' just shows how tyrannical it's become
It is said that medieval scholastic philosophers debated how many angels can dance on the head of a pin. If so, they didn’t have anything on the amorphous and tendentious...
McConnell staying out of House GOP's brawl with Cheney
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell isn't taking any sides as House GOP leaders prepare to oust Republican Conference Chair Liz Cheney from her leadership position.
NYPD cop fires at carjacker after suspect allegedly slammed into police cruiser
The suspect allegedly reversed the stolen car into an NYPD car after an officer pulled him over.
'Queen of Meth' made $200K a week: How Tom Arnold's sister got 'lucky'
Jail was one of two ways out of the drug trade for the woman once dubbed “Scarface in a skirt.” A coffin was the other. She talks to The Post...
Caitlyn Jenner's punchy anti-Newsom ad is a preview of a big challenge for Dems
In the California governor’s race, candidate Caitlyn Jenner has landed the first blow, and it’s a telling one.
Why is India facing oxygen shortages?
Experts say India is suffering because of years of insufficient spending on the country's healthcare system and the government's failure to prepare for a COVID-19 surge.
Hershey's recalls popular dessert topping
Hershey's is recalling its Chocolate Shell Topping -- after learning that some 1,700 bottles were mistakenly filled with an almond-based ingredient, the FDA said Wednesday.
'Wrath of Man' review: The year's most badass movie
Jason Statham is the Baryshnikov of badassery. In “Wrath of Man,” the actor’s character, called H, breathtakingly kills 10 people like he’s doing a chassé into a glorious grand jeté...
Why is the COVID-19 situation in India so bad?
India is experiencing a rise of COVID-19 cases and experts point to a "perfect storm" of factors to explain why the country is being hit so hard all of a...
Knicks plan to 'throw the first punch' in Suns rematch
The Knicks' winning stream came to an end at the hands of Chris Paul and the Suns. Now, they're out for a measure of vengeance.
'Lord of the Pies' pizza chef headed to prison for cooking the books
Celebrity pizza chef Bruno DiFabio is headed to the slammer. DiFabio, 51, was sentenced to 30 days in prison for tax evasion Thursday in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The Food Network personality,...
Letters to the Editor — May 7, 2021
The Issue: The city Department of Education’s move to substitute Indigenous People’s Day for Columbus Day. The New York City Department of Education’s initial decision to replace Columbus Day with...
Yankees awaiting MRI results after star injures knee
The Yankees third baseman injured his knee on a diving play in the 8th inning. Aaron Boone said the team would know later in the day about the severity of...
Smithsonian will display 'Star Wars' X-wing alongside real aircrafts
The National Air and Space Museum announced that it will display an X-wing prop from the 2019 "Star Wars" movie, "The Rise of Skywalker."
SEC's new chief Gary Gensler eyes crackdown on apps that 'gamify' trading
Wall Street's new top cop said he's fixing his gaze on the rising use of social-media apps for stock trading -- and a clampdown may be coming.
Taijuan Walker's gem salvages St. Louis series
Taijuan Walker was automatic, a contrast to the slop that passed for pitching by the Cardinals on Thursday.
Forbes Media reportedly in talks to sell to venture firm for $650M
Forbes Media, owned by Asian investors since 2014, is in exclusive talks to sell itself for $650 million to an investment group led by Michael Moe, head of merchant bank...
James Dolan opens up to The Post on Rangers' front-office upheaval
This wasn’t about the state of the rebuild. This was about the state of the Rangers union.
'Big Sky' sets the bar for shocking TV deaths
"Big Sky" exploded the prime-time playbook by killing off ostensible star Ryan Phillippe in its premiere last fall -- and it was just getting started. The grim reaper has dropped...
China's greenhouse gas emissions exceed the US: report
China's greenhouse gas emissions in 2019 exceeded for the first time those of the US and other developed nations combined, according to a report published Thursday by an energy consulting...
Gia Coppola tells all about Andrew Garfield's 'Mainstream' fake penis
The "Spiderman" actor plays a Johnny Knoxville type in Coppola's new film "Mainstream."
'Becoming a minefield': Billy Crystal on new movie, Oscars and comedy today
"I don't like it, I understand it … I just keep doing what I'm doing and that's all you can do right now," said the 73-year-old comic actor.
One of Nets' Big 3 says he'll return before playoffs
Hamstrung Nets star James Harden is not only confident he will be back by the start of the postseason, but said he plans to return before the end of the...
Twitter will ask users to review 'offensive' tweets before sharing
In an effort to become a kinder social network, Twitter is testing a function that asks users to reconsider what they share before smashing the send button.
Grandma gossip led to alleged Capitol rioter's arrest: court docs
An accused Capitol rioter from New Jersey was charged in the siege after gossip from a grandmother made its way to the FBI, according to court papers unsealed this week.
ViacomCBS beats profit forecasts on Super Bowl ads, streaming revenue
ViacomCBS, the home of "SpongeBob," "Star Trek" and "Billions," beat Wall Street's first-quarter estimates, thanks to strong streaming revenue and advertising sales due to its broadcast of this year's Super...
Astros villain ends Yankees win streak
After two-plus games of being booed mercilessly, Jose Altuve, hit a three-run blast in the eighth inning that snapped the Yankees' five-game winning streak.
Brett Favre hasn't repaid $600K in state welfare funds: report
The Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback and Mississippi native had received $1.1 million from the Mississippi Community Education Center and had promised to pay all of it back.
Lawsuit says Bagel Bites aren't made with 'real' mozzarella
But a Kraft Heinz spokesperson bit back, saying they "are made with delicious, high-quality ingredients that our fans know and love."
Runaway horse reined in by cops in Staten Island
NYPD officers on Staten Island were able to corral a runaway horse and return it safely to its owner.
Art of the 'Deal': de Blasio spending $25M on FDR-meets-AOC 'Artist Corps'
The Big Apple's arts community is mostly made of up of freelancers who were badly hurt by the massive economic disruptions caused by the outbreak of COVID-19 and resulting economic...
'Do something!': Aunt of slashed subway worker makes emotional plea to de Blasio
Cassandra Sykes begged the mayor to take action to curb the violence plaguing the New York City subway system.
Beasts of birdin': Gang of condors 'absolutely trash' California home
The endangered birds left a sea of wreckage including upturned potted plants, trash and bird poop galore. The homeowner called the event “pretty amazing,” but “also the worst.”
Pressure on TLC to cancel shows after Josh Duggar child porn charges
Viewers are counting on the network to cancel the Duggar's show after his April 29 arrest for possessing child pornography.
TV giant Tegna faces discrimination accusations ahead of shareholder vote
A hedge fund that's looking to shake up the board at TV-broadcasting giant Tegna is pointing to allegations of sex discrimination and racial bias across the company, including accusations detailed...
Lawyer says his mob client claims to have helped bury Jimmy Hoffa
A former defense attorney claims his onetime mob client helped bury the famous Teamsters boss under a hole at a Savannah golf course once popular with Mafia bosses, according to...
Seven alleged members of Bronx street gang '800 YGz' indicted by feds
Seven alleged members of a violent Bronx street gang were hit with racketeering conspiracy charges Thursday that could land them in the slammer for life, authorities said. The suspects, members...
NYCFC, Red Bulls have blueprint to keep winning
Both New York squads were deserved victors last weekend, and have clear plans of action moving forward.
Bebe Rexha: 'I'm a little f--ked up' — but making 'Better Mistakes'
Bebe talks to The Post about new music, being bipolar and repping NYC. For an artist whose new album is called “Better Mistakes,” she sure has made a lot of...
Eric Adams endorsed for mayor by dad of NYPD shooting victim
Sean Bell was killed in a police shooting back in 2006. His father, William Bell, stood beside Eric Adams on Thursday to vouch for the former cop's run to become...
'It's live': Missouri woman finds WWII-era bomb in backyard
The undetonated munition had a 500-foot blast range.
Very taxing: Half of Americans think they fork over too much to Uncle Sam
Half of Americans say their federal taxes are too high, a slight uptick from the previous average of 45 percent over the past three years, according to a poll.
Windows $2.4B: Here's how much Bill Gates actually gave to Melinda in stocks
Bill Gates actually gave his soon-to-be-ex-wife Melinda Gates much more stock than previously reported.
Lawyer for American tourist given life for cop's murder slams sentence
The two American tourists were sentenced to life in prison for murdering an Italian cop in a botched drug sting plan. The lawyer for one calls the sentence "a disgrace...
Children in Nigeria learn chess to seek escape from country's slums
Babatunde Onakoya, 26, founded Chess in Slums Africa in 2018 after chess aided his rise from his own deprived childhood in Lagos.
As COVID-19 rages in India, scientist warns further waves ‘inevitable’
The government's principal scientific adviser has warned that even after infection rates subside the country should be ready for a third wave.
Mets pitcher hits setback in return from injury
Carlos Carrasco’s return to boost the Mets rotation isn’t so imminent.
Shel back to the cell: Silver ordered to return to prison days after release on furlough
Officials from the Bureau of Prisons had let disgraced pol Sheldon Silver out on furlough while deciding if he could serve the remainder of his time in home confinement.
Tokyo seeks extension of COVID-19 state of emergency until May 31
The extension is sparking more questions about the country’s ability to host the Olympics.
Why TikTokers are finding rusty razor blades behind bathroom mirrors
It's the latest creepy discovery Gen Z TikTokers have made about the previous lives of their old homes. But anyone who's lived in a house built before the '70s will...
'Water Man' review: Family drama is mythical, but not memorable
Actor David Oyelowo’s debut as a director, which stars Oyelowo and Rosario Dawson, is a very nice movie that’s a lot like a bunch of other very nice movies.
The aftermath of Rangers' stunning firings
In the words of Ron Burgundy...boy...that escalated quickly. James Dolan flexed his kazoo and stunningly fired Rangers GM Jeff Gorton and team president John Davidson on Wednesday, right after the...
UN: Cutting methane quickly key to curbing dangerous warming
The new report from the United Nations Environment Program said that methane reduction would be relatively inexpensive and could be achieved.
Pope Francis denounces ‘aggressive nationalism’ in speech to migrants
Francis lamented that the pandemic had shown that the world is "fragmented, wounded and disfigured,"
If you prefer city living, you're more likely to be psychotic, study reveals
A study has found that city slickers are more likely to be psychotic than those who prefer rural or suburban areas and have a deeper connection with nature.
White House edits transcript to nix support for Ukraine joining NATO
President Biden plans to meet with Russian President Putin next month during his first trip abroad since taking office — after Russia allegedly amassed troops near Ukraine.
Colorado man charged with missing wife's murder ordered held without bail
Barry Morphew, the Colorado man charged with murder, made his first court appearance on May 6, 2021.
Meet the British nerd who decides what Americans can read on Facebook
Nick Clegg, the former head of a party calling itself the “Liberal Democrats” — from the supposedly liberty-loving homeland of the Magna Carta — is stopping Americans from hearing the...
Zach Wilson gets family sendoff to Jets
Zach Wilson's family officially said goodbye to the new Jets quarterback, who jetted off to New York this week.
French stunt school's 'badass' women snapped up by film industry
Demand for female superheroes in the film industry is growing and sometimes, the school's women students don't even finish the course before they are snapped up by studios.
Woman records 6-year-old daughter fleeing from shark
Sheri Gouveia said she was recording her daughter Anela Rezentes at Kalama Beach in Kailua this weekend when the girl suddenly ran out of the water after spotting a shark.
Michelin guide announces 2021 stars for NYC restaurants
See which restaurants earned a spot on the list.
De Blasio hits back at Cuomo's subway crime rants
Mayor Bill de Blasio blasted Gov. Andrew Cuomo for his comments about the safety of the New York City subway. The mayor said the governor's remarks denigrated the NYPD.
'Upset' MLB slugger let go after dreadful start to season
The future Hall of Famer and three-time MVP – in the final season of a 10-year contract worth $253 million -- is batting just .198 with five home runs and...
Broadband industry behind millions of fake net neutrality comments: NY AG
Of the record-breaking 22 million public comments that the FCC received, a staggering 18 million were fake, New York Attorney General Letitia James' investigation found.
The daunting tasks facing the Rangers' new boss
It is a lofty assignment, one that forces Drury to reconsider the team’s timetable for becoming legitimate playoff contenders while also evaluating the young squad’s development thus far.
Kardashians drop $37M to build compound on Britney Spears' old digs
Khloé Kardashian and Kris Jenner purchased neighboring lots for custom homes in Hidden Hills, the upscale LA enclave where they and their famous friends have settled in recent years.
De Blasio appears to throw Carranza under the bus amid Columbus Day nixing
De Blasio said that "someone put this in motion" before Porter replaced former Chancellor Richard Carranza on March 15.
Why Jake Paul embraces his 'evil troll' persona as boxing career grows
The outspoken YouTube personality turned boxer revealed how he deals with public scrutiny in an exclusive interview with The Sun.
GOP-led states passing bills to block or limit critical race theory
A number of Republican-led states have taken steps to limit or ban such critical race theory from becoming part of the school curriculum.
Chinese Communist Party leveraging India’s COVID-19 surge to boost own image
'China’s state-backed messaging continued to paint US help as sub-standard, hypocritical, and motivated by self-interest'.
Southwest reportedly kicks family off flight over fears boy, 3, would remove mask
Caroline Scott, of Northglenn, Colorado, advised the airline about 3-year-old Orion’s sensory-processing disorder before their flight.
De Blasio to tourists: Come to NYC and get 'shot'
Mayor Bill de Blasio wants to start offering the COVID-19 vaccine to tourists with mobile immunization sites at popular destinations around the city like Times Square.
Stray-bullet shooting of Brooklyn toddler was part of bloody gang war: DA
Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced the takedown of 18 reputed gang members who left a wake of carnage in Bedford-Stuyvesant including the death of 1-year-old Davell Gardner.
$plit ends: Inside the most expensive billionaire divorces
With an estimated $130 billion in assets, the Microsoft co-founder, 65, and Melinda Gates, 56, will likely be contenders for one of the costliest divorces ever.
Shooting reported at Idaho middle school
Shots reportedly rang out at Rigby Middle School in Rigby, a small town five hours outside Idaho Falls, on Thursday morning.
The side of Ultimate Warrior we haven't seen
The Ultimate Warrior is one of pro wrestling’s most complex figures, and “Dark Side of the Ring” is trying to give greater context to the lightning rod performer.
Spate of NYC subway violence continues with five new incidents, cops say
An off-duty MTA conductor was slashed and a man was stabbed with an ice pick in a rash of recent violence in the subway system, according to cops and police...
People are using perfume as hair dye to disastrous effect on TikTok
Thought styling one's hair with Gorilla Glue was a bad idea? TikTok cosmeticians are now dyeing their locks with perfume and straighteners in a trend experts have dubbed dumb and...
NHL finally lays down the law — with massive punishment for Rangers
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman levied a $250,000 fine on the Blueshirts for the brash statement they issued earlier this week.
Background unchecked: State senator caught driving during virtual video meeting
Ohio state Sen. Andrew Brenner used a virtual background to appear as if he was home during an online government meeting when he was actually driving his car.
Tribune Publishing posts 1Q profit, cancels earnings call as buyout looms
The entire company has only 441,000 paid digital subscribers, up from 370,000 a year ago. The company added only 71,000 digital-only subscribers in the quarter.
Enjoy a long-awaited day of fun at these theme parks near NYC
If you could forget the world for a while, be in a (socially distanced) crowd and eat fried food, where would you love to do it? At a local amusement...
It couldn't be going much worse for MLB star after $150 million deal
George Springer’s frustrating start with the Toronto Blue Jays took another downward turn Wednesday, when the $150 million free-agent signing was placed on the injured list again with a recurrence...
George Clooney plays Brad Pitt fanatic in hilarious ad sketch
The actor gets real with "quarantine roommate" Byron in a hilarious new video in which he jokes about being obsessed with Brad Pitt.
Train crashes into 18-wheeler carrying bottled water
"Oh, s—t!" A train rammed into an 18-wheeler stuck on the tracks in Richmond, Texas. The crash sent thousands of water bottles inside the truck flying. No injuries were reported....
The curious timing of Giancarlo Stanton's hot streak
Aaron Boone said at the time the Yankees were flipping Stanton and Aaron Judge in the lineup to mix things up, but added the two sluggers are “somewhat interchangeable.”
North Korean defector runs for election in Britain, seeks to make political history
Jihyun Park survived two dramatic escapes from North Korea, and now hopes to hold elected office in England.
Antony Blinken vows US 'will respond' to Russian acts of aggression
Speaking to BBC Radio 4 during his brief trip to the UK, Antony Blinken made the vow after being asked about Russia's Vladimir Putin and his ability to carry out...
Patrick Ewing's hidden Knicks pain: 'Broke down' crying on bus
The 11-time All-Star appeared on The Post’s “Big Apple Buckets” podcast this week and discussed an array of topics, revealing he “broke down” on the team bus when forced to...
'Here Today' review: Nobody asked for a Billy Crystal dementia comedy
Charlie Berns, played by Billy Crystal, is a renowned humor writer with a very unfunny secret.
Vaxhole allegedly steals 100 COVID shot vials from dentist office
A man allegedly swiped 100 COVID-19 vaccine vials and $100,000 worth of medical equipment from a Washington state dentist office, authorities said.
Flawless Sakura Diamond could be sold for up to $38 million
The 15.81 carat Sakura Diamond will be the star of Christie's Hong Kong's Magnificent Jewels sale on May 23.
Get ready to scream: These are the top 10 NYC area roller coasters
The past year has been quite a ride, eh? You might even call it a roller coaster as we’ve scaled the emotional lows of a pandemic and are (finally) approaching...
Getting back to hands-on learning at NYC museums
Here are a few of the offerings out there with a diverse range of activities to enjoy.
SpaceX’s Mars rocket launches and successfully lands for first time
Elon Musk's SpaceX launched and successfully landed for the first time a prototype of its Starship rocket, which the company intends to use to send people and cargo to Mars.
Beat the heat with this energy-efficient bladeless fan that’s 26% off
There’s no better feeling than a cool breeze on a hot day. But, what if your A/C is on the fritz? Or, you just can’t get cool enough regardless of...
States push back against use of facial recognition by police
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Law enforcement agencies across the US have used facial recognition technology to solve homicides and bust human traffickers, but concern about its accuracy and the growing pervasiveness...
Shaq picks gigantic booger on live TV as co-hosts completely lose it
Shaquille O'Neal knows how to pick 'em. The Lakers legend unknowingly had a large booger hanging from his nose during Tuesday's "NBA on TNT," and his co-hosts, Dwyane Wade, Candace Parker, and Adam...
Malian woman Halima Cisse's 9 babies need '2 to 3 months' in incubator
The world waits with bated breath to know if she will break a world record after having nine babies at once — an "exceedingly rare" nonuplet.
Dandy dining deal: Get a $100 Restaurant.com gift card for just $18
Dining out is an expensive hobby, and anything to bring down the bill after eating out is appreciated. Grab this $82 discount to help you dine out more frequently and...
Women suffer horrific injuries after explosion in bar — Warning: Graphic images
April Charlesworth and her cousin Ashleigh Charlesworth suffered horrific burns when a portable heater exploded after a drunk friend poured ethanol into it.
It’s back! Coney Island reopens as New York’s iconic playground
Having been shuttered throughout 2020, the iconic Luna Park in Coney Island is back, albeit with a 33 percent capacity limit and COVID-19 measures in place.
Pie in the sky: Hero pilot treats passengers to pizza after plane gets diverted
One pilot's pie in the sky gesture made up for a lengthy runway delay. American Eagle flight 4798, which had already departed 40 minutes late, encountered severe thunderstorms while flying from...
Missing student may have jumped off Niagara Falls after beau dumped her
Nineteen-year-old sophomore honors student Saniyya Dennis was last seen leaving her dorm at Buffalo State College on April 24.
ICE deportations fall to record low numbers: report
ICE deported 2,962 immigrants last month, the first time the number has fallen below 3,000, according to figures obtained by the Washington Post.
You're not alone: Even the CEO of Zoom has meeting fatigue
Eric Yuan's company, Zoom, which he founded in 2011, was relatively unknown before becoming ubiquitous when workers around the world were forced to start working from home during the pandemic.
Why Jeff Bezos just moved $2.5B in Amazon stock
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos sold almost $2.5 billion worth of shares in the company this week as his departure in the third quarter of the year approaches.
NBA star delayed girlfriend's labor for regular season game
This is some hardcore dedication. In early April, Warriors star Andrew Wiggins was preparing for a regular season game when his girlfriend, Mychal M. Johnson, went into labor with their...
Aaron Rodgers had secret warning for Packers free agents
Aaron Rodgers' rift with the Packers has yet another layer of drama. In the beginning of last season, Rodgers spoke with prospective Green Bay free agents to warn them he'd...
From A to Z: The must-have jewelry pieces for spring 2021
The best new luxury necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings from the world's most iconic jewelers have arrived. These are must-have pieces for spring 2021:
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong jailed for further 10 months over June 4 assembly
The 24-year-old activist is already serving several two other sentences.
Robbers in Atlanta are using Grindr to target victims, cops warn
The robberies happened between February and May in remote locations throughout the city, all after victims set up dates on the popular app, Atlanta police said at a news conference...
Disabled white farmer sues Biden admin over 'racist' COVID relief plan
Disabled Wisconsin dairy farmer Adam Faust is suing the Biden administration over a COVID-19 loan forgiveness program, alleging it is racist because white people aren’t eligible.
A sight to sea: Rare lobster just barely escapes restaurant's death row
"Freckles" was spared from a boiling pot of water when a restaurant worker spotted the "calico" crustacean. The critter made a real splash in the kitchen — but mercifully, not...
The best National Nurses Week gift ideas for health care workers
Nurses deserve our appreciation now more than ever.
The new 'Stranger Things' Season 4 teaser has dropped – and someone’s in danger
Our plucky protagonist appears to be trapped in a sinister lab facility behind a door labeled “11.”
Hangry woman goes wild over Whopper, hurls sandwich and slurs at worker
Judith Ann Black, 77, was busted April 30 after admitting to Wildwood cops that she threw the sandwich at the worker's back.
Democrat lawmaker disputes DHS photos of nearly empty migrant detention center
Rep. Henry Cuellar called out the photos released by the Department of Homeland Security of a center in Donna, Texas, that portrayed a dramatic reduction in the number of unaccompanied...
Hearst offers buyouts to all staffers in magazine sales and marketing
The publisher of Cosmopolitan, Esquire, and Harper's Bazaar did not reveal how many buyouts it seeks, but warned if it does not get enough volunteers it may impose involuntary cuts...
Giant sequoia still smoldering from 2020 California wildfire
A giant sequoia has been found smoldering and smoking in an area of Sequoia National Park burned by one of the huge wildfires that scorched California last year.
Bet on red-hot pitcher in this AL clash
In the latest “Look this way not that way,” Gov. Cuomo said, “Broadway can reopen at full capacity on September 14.” And the New York State Fair will be held...
Kamaru Usman's not-so-little brother is stepping out of UFC champ's very large shadow
Just as one Usman has staked his claim as perhaps the pound-for-pound best fighter today, another Usman is about to make his first move on a bigger MMA stage. Mohammed...
Superstar receiver seems increasingly likely to be traded
There is a "better than 50-50" chance that Atlanta trades seven-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Julio Jones before the season begins.
India breaks own record for daily COVID cases and deaths — again
India broke its own record for daily coronavirus cases and deaths again as the country grapples with a spiraling crisis made worse because of a critical lack of oxygen supply.
'The Wire' star shot in Baltimore feared he would die like his character
"The Wire" actor Chris Clanton recently got shot in Baltimore -- and feared he would die just like his character on the gritty HBO drama.
Celebrity engagement rings that rock, from Lily Collins to Emma Stone
An expert breaks down the 2021 trends using the engagement rings of Emma Stone, Lily Collins, Ariana Grande and Jasmine Tookes.
Eight lions in Indian zoo test positive for COVID-19
Eight lions at a zoo in India tested positive for coronavirus. Zoo authorities tested the animals on March 24 after they showed signs of respiratory distress.
Our Cause for Paws jewelry line helps rescue dogs in danger
This bow-wow bling helps pups in peril.
Parents fight to keep critical race theory out of Utah schools
Gloria and Oscar Vindas moved to Utah to escape schools that taught critical race theory, and found themselves fighting to keep the "racist" subject out of the curriculum in their...
Twitter suspends Trump ‘From the Desk’ account, despite no link to Team Trump
Twitter has suspended the account for former President Donald Trump's newly launched communications platform that he uses to post his statements.
The Tony La Russa experiment isn't going well
La Russa's second tenure with the Chicago White Sox is off to a bumpy start. And a decision in Wednesday's 1-0 loss at Cincinnati will only raise more doubts
Surprise change in unstable NBA rankings
We are down to the final two weeks of the NBA season, and absolutely nothing has been decided.
Models grilled after recreating infamous 'Butt Squad' stunt in Turkey
A group of Ukrainian of models face trouble in Turkey, where they decided to recreate the infamous “Butt Squad” Dubai photoshoot, but on a luxury boat.
Loco motive: 'Amtrak Joe' Biden's moving story about conductor goes off the rails
President Biden apparently went off the rails with a heartfelt story about how he’d ridden some 1.5 million miles on Amtrak and being personally congratulated by an Amtrak conductor.
Workers file 498,000 new jobless claims as US hits pandemic low
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits dropped last week to its lowest level since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
Giants spoiled Packers' NFL Draft plan with Aaron Rodgers trouble brewing
As the Packers continue to work on persuading Aaron Rodgers to stay with the team, the organization lost one of their preferred targets in the 2021 NFL Draft to the...
'James Bond' and 'Last Action Hero' actor dead at 80
The Memphis, Tennessee, native appeared in more than 40 films during his three-decade career. Standing at an imposing 6½-feet tall, McRae cornered the market on tough guy characters in films...
A deep dive into the wild life and tragic end of wrestling's 'Loose Cannon'
Evan Husney could easily see “Dark Side of the Ring” having a different name. The VICE docuseries, which tackles some of pro wrestling’s most colorful, infamous and complex characters and...
Suspect charged in fatal stray-bullet shooting of 1-year-old Davell Gardner
Dashawn Austin, 25, was hit with multiple raps -- including depraved indifference murder of a child under 11 years old -- in the July shooting of the infant during a...
19 of the best last-minute Mother’s Day digital gift ideas
Mother's Day is May 9. And that's sooner than you might think, especially if you've been putting off shopping for the special day. But never fear, we've got some ideas...
Lucinda Franks, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, dead at 74
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Lucinda Franks — who wrote a loving memoir of her 42-year marriage to late Manhattan DA Robert Morgenthau — died after a long battle with cancer.
Cartier celebrates Love at 50 with a new necklace
Thanks to its modern, unisex appeal, Love was shared by couples such as Steve McQueen and Ali MacGraw; today’s celebrity fans include Lily Collins, Meghan Markle and Angelina Jolie.
Van Cleef's Sweet Clovers is luck in a bracelet
As Jacques Arpels — the nephew of Van Cleef & Arpels’ founders Estelle Arpels and her husband, Alfred Van Cleef — was fond of saying, “To be lucky, you must...
The biggest red-carpet jewelry from the 2021 Oscars and Golden Globes
From Bulgari and Chanel to Messika and Pomellato, the biggest jewelry style hacks from the 2021 Oscars and Golden Globes
This will be 'weird' for Gerrit Cole
Gerrit Cole sat in the Yankees’ dugout Tuesday night and watched his former Astros teammates get bombarded by boos and chants.
Rainey Qualley picks her favorite bags and bling for spring
Ever-busy singer, songwriter, actress, model and Bulgari ambassador Rainey Qualley has a list of gigs as broad as her vocal range.
Shares of COVID vaccine makers plummet after US backs IP waiver
Shares of Moderna and other makers of the COVID-19 vaccines plummeted after the US backed a plan to waive intellectual property protections for the life-saving products.
The best 2021 jewelry gifts and trends, according to London Jewelers
It’s p-a-r-t-y time at the dazzling, recently renovated London Jewelers flagship in Manhasset, LI. “We’re finally starting to celebrate again,” says Candy Udell, London’s president. “And to mark special occasions...
Melinda Gates reportedly rented her own island to hide from media
Bill and Melinda Gates reportedly planned to make their stunning divorce announcement in March – and she hoped to avoid the media glare by renting a remote, private island in...
'Emily in Paris' star Ashley Park grabs the spotlight in 'Girls5eva'
Park appears in the Tina Fey-produced Peacock musical comedy “Girls5eva,” debuting May 6. It centers around the reunion of a ’90s girl group and casts her alongside Busy Philipps, Sara...
Guy rocks out in PPE at a music festival
Is this a little too "mosh"? A music fan was filmed dancing in a crowd while wearing head-to-toe personal protective equipment, or PPE, at a May Day festival in China....
Former Yankee's grand slam the difference in this one
PHILADELPHIA — Enyel De Los Santos was back on the lineup card, José Alvarado and Matt Moore were back in the bullpen, and the three returning relievers tossed the scoreless...
Miguel Andujar homers after just missing out on Yankees call
Miguel Andujar started for a second straight game in left field Wednesday at Triple-A and homered. Manager Aaron Boone said the Yankees had considered recalling Andujar when placing infielder Rougned...
Mets' new hitting coach on Francisco Lindor's woes
As he prepared for his first game as the Mets’ new hitting coach, Hugh Quattlebaum offered few clear answers, probably a mix of reality and diplomacy. Yet it couldn’t be...
Knicks star has shot for something bigger than MVP
Someone forget to tell the Knicks that James Dolan blindsided his hockey franchise, not his basketball franchise. Suddenly, after Dolan fired his chief Rangers decision-makers, the Knicks acted as if...
Man barricades himself inside conductor's cab on NYC train
A mentally ill NYC man barricaded himself in a J train conductors cabin at Broad Street on May 5,2021 setting off a series of events that lasted fours and caused...
Struggling Yankee switches it up and gets the winning hit
Aaron Hicks went back to his strong side to lift the Yankees to victory. The Yankees switch hitter has struggled mightily from the left side this season but got to...
'Bench Mob' can't cover up Francisco Lindor's failings for long
You’ll be pleased to know that the Mets discovered their winning formula Wednesday night at Busch Stadium.
94-year-old gouged for taxes after she's declared dead by mistake
A 94-year-old woman noticed that her senior benefits had disappeared when her mortgage and property tax soared. After enquiring, she found out that Nassau county has mistakenly labeled her as...
Six questions in aftermath of Rangers' front-office bloodbath
In a stunning move, the Rangers fired team president John Davidson and GM Jeff Gorton on Wednesday and elevated Chris Drury to both positions. The bombshell maneuver creates a slew...
Alabama state trooper charged in child rape hid checkered FBI past
Christopher Bauer, who was arrested last week on charges he raped an 11-year-old girl, was kicked out of the FBI amid a string of sexual misconduct allegations — but was...
NYPD releases sketch of Central Park robbery suspect
The sketch of a person who is wanted in connection to two gunpoint robberies of people in Central Park has been released by the NYPD. The suspect robbed a 55-year-old...
Yankees star's insane stretch offers hope for one Mets star
It isn’t just that Giancarlo Stanton is swinging a smoking-hot bat now.
Lil Rel Howery tells Jalen Rose how he got Glenn Close to do 'Da Butt' dance
Lil Rel Howery talks to Jalen Rose for this week's "Renaissance Man" podcast on doing "Da Butt" with Glenn Close at the Oscars and how landing his breakout role in...