May 19, 2021

Ted Cruz says Biden has 'lack of backbone' in support of Israel

Senator Ted Cruz criticized President Joe Biden for "lecturing" Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rather than asserting the United States' stance on the Middle East conflict.

Twitter celebrates Yankees pitcher's no-hitter

Corey Kluber threw the first Yankees no-hitter since David Cone's perfect game in 1999 in the Bombers' 2-0 win over the Rangers on Wednesday night.

Fired Rangers president lands old job

Less than two weeks after he surprisingly was fired as president of the Rangers, John Davidson is going back to his old job as president of the Blue Jackets.

Dramatic video shows teen suspects lead Florida police on dangerous rush-hour chase

A Florida police chase ended in dramatic fashion on I-95 Wednesday morning when five teens flipped over in their stolen getaway car after allegedly robbing a home.

Family priority: Cuomo kin got special COVID testing — even as gov was under fire for it

Gov. Cuomo’s family continued to get special access to rapid COVID-19 testing until at least April — after he came under fire for pulling the move during the early days...

Wounded Mets finally collapse

There were only so many punches the Mets could take over the past few days before finally collapsing.

8-year-old boy, his father among three shot in Queens

An 8-year-old boy and his father were among three people shot in St. Albans Queens.

'Corrupt motherf--ker': Obama had harsh words on Trump, book claims

Former President Barack Obama called Donald Trump a “corrupt motherf--ker,” a “madman” and a “racist, sexist pig” to people behind the scenes, a new book claims. Obama had actually preferred...

Yankees pitcher throws no-hitter

Corey Kluber throws a no-hitter in the Yankees' 2-0 win over the Rangers on Wednesday night in Arlington, Texas.

‘Saint’ Fauci a lying sinner: Devine

Thanks to the CDC and Saint Anthony Fauci's continuous lies, the trust between public health experts and the public is broken and now no one knows what to believe.

Man opens fire on workers after getting kicked out of NYC bar

According to investigators, a customer at Abba Bar and Grill was asked the leave the establishment and then took fire at workers. The suspect has not yet been apprehended. 

Nets know they control their own destiny

James Harden knows what it takes. He’s reached the NBA Finals before. He’s gone to the conference finals two other times. And in the Nets, he firmly believes there are...

Deputy lifts up car to free woman pinned underneath

A Virginia deputy could be seen on video lifting up a car to free a woman trapped underneath.

Knicks already pushing back against this Hawks narrative

Knicks starting center Nerlens Noel, who embodies the Knicks’ grit, thinks “talent’’ is in the eye of the beholder.

Texas executes man convicted of killing his great-aunt in 1999

Quintin Jones was executed by lethal injection in Huntsville, Texas for the 1999 murder of his great aunt Berthena Bryant.

Collin Morikawa not feeling pressure of PGA Championship title defense

There's no extra weight hampering reigning champ Collin Morikawa heading into this weekend's PGA Championship.

Nets star dismisses rust talk

Nets star James Harden says he's completely "back" to his pre-injury form.

Yankees sit 'good-to-go' star

Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Gary Sanchez is "good to go" but still decided to sit the catcher in Wednesday night's game against the Rangers.

Upstate NY mayor's husband taken into custody amid 'criminal investigation'

Lovely Warren had previously been arraigned on campaign finance charges back in October 2020. Investigators did not say the reason they searched the mayor's home.

One Yankee returning while another on sits with neck issue

Just as the Yankees got Gleyber Torres back off the COVID injured list, they’re dealing with yet another potential injury,

Extremely worrying MLB trend is getting worse: Sherman

A general manager called this week to discuss injuries or, really, the volume of injuries besieging MLB.

A few good women: Canada taps female generals amid military misconduct cases

Defense ministry data show that as of May 7, women made up just 10% of the top military and naval ranks.

Kevin Durant's defense is the X-factor for Nets vs. Celtics

Offense is Kevin Durant's calling card. But in the Nets’ opening-round series, his defense will be essential, too.

New York’s Excelsior Pass: How it works and when you may need to use it

With much of New York allowed to fully reopen for business Wednesday, residents may soon find themselves having to provide proof of inoculation or a negative COVID-19 test.

Aaron Boone picks side in Tony La Russa's 'unwritten' rules' rant

Yankees manager Aaron Boone didn't have a problem with Yermin Mercedes' homer on a 3-0 pitch by a position player.

'Mask liberation day': NYC and Southampton hosting mask-burning events

A “mask-burning ceremony” will be held in Manhattan and Southampton on May 20 to celebrate relaxed guidelines that’ll no longer require face coverings in most indoor settings.

Albany GOP proposes pro-Israel measure, stalled by Dems

Sen. Minority Leader Robert Ortt was among those who called to support Israel and to denounce the attacks for Hamas, specifically on May 11. The resolution, however, was denied.

Police exchange gunfire with robbery suspect in the Bronx

A man was allegedly robbing a Boost Mobile store in East Morrisania in the Bronx before exchanging shots with police officers responding to the crime scene. 

Unemployment checks are shrinking fast in nearly half of US states

Police phony jobless claims? You must be joking, Mr. President! Fed up with generous US unemployment perks that critics say are impossible to effectively oversee for abuses, a fast-growing number...

Late MLB Hall of Famer Kirby Puckett's Minnesota house on sale for $485K

The late Major League Baseball Hall of Famer's Minnesota home is about to hit the market for $485,000 — with Puckett Wheaties and other memorabilia included.

This PGA Championship test will give players all they can handle

The Kiawah Island Ocean Course will give the players all they can handle at this week's PGA Championship.

The truth behind 'the most misunderstood man in sports'

Kyrie Irving is the right guy to end New York’s basketball drought.

‘Cult mentality’: Louisiana megachurch accused of abusing teens

Former members of a Baton Rouge church's Christian leadership training program have come forward to detail their alleged nightmarish experiences.

House passes bill to establish commission to investigate Jan. 6 attack on Capitol

The House passed legislation to create an independent  “9/11-style” commission to investigate the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.

Big Tech uses 'socially awkward' and 'the spectrum' to cover their sins

Bill Gates posited himself as the opposite of our tech villains: Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Elon Musk.

Democrats block vote to make House mask rules meet Biden WH, CDC guidance

Democrats appear to be eschewing the Biden admin's guidance on indoor mask usage for the vaccinated, blocking a Republican push for a resolution aimed at removing the requirement on the...

'The pain is so deep': Woman caring for murdered Texas boy recalls chilling kidnapping

The Texas mom who cared for the 4-year-old boy found dead a Dallas street gave a tearful blow by blow of how the horrifying kidnapping unfolded, according to a report.

Mets' rotation is in flux

The Mets placed Taijuan Walker on the injured list on Wednesday and said Jacob deGrom will be making a rehab start for Single-A St. Lucie.

House conservatives unveil budget proposal to counter Biden's spending plans

Members of the Republican Study Committee unveiled their plan to rein in spending and cut taxes on Wednesday -- in an effort to offer an alternative proposal to the Biden...

Biohacker Ari Rastegar claims to have body of a little kid

Real-life Peter Pan Ari Rastegar claims his rivals are left in the dust thanks to extreme, trendy practices such as stem-cell therapy and meditation inside a hyperbaric chamber.

From Harry to Kamala, blocking the press to control the 'narrative'

Democratic politicians and leftie celebrities (or do I repeat myself?) have taken several gut-punches to press freedoms of late. And I’m afraid one of our basic liberties is taking it...

Burger King builds on chicken craze with new hand-breaded Ch'King sandwich

Burger King will expand its new crispy chicken sandwich nationally across the United States on June 3, the Restaurant Brands International chain said on Wednesday. The "Ch'King" sandwich builds on...

Facebook director Peter Thiel invests in conservative rival Rumble

Prominent conservative venture capitalists including Peter Thiel and J.D. Vance are investing in free speech-oriented video streaming site Rumble Video, the company said Wednesday. The deal, first reported by the...

Cleanliness concerns reportedly emerge at plant with botched J&J doses

Some workers at the Emergent BioSolutions in Baltimore failed to adhere to protocols at the facility, including not taking a shower. The company's CEO vowed to improve the plant.

Hertz insiders dreaming of NYSE revenge: sources

Insiders at Hertz, which last week shocked Wall Street with its well-financed bankruptcy-exit plan, are already plotting to take revenge on the New York Stock Exchange for kicking it when...

Teacher unions' outrageous, cynical drive to dodge the blame for keeping schools closed

Getting New York City's schools fully reopened is a huge challenge, United Federation of Teachers boss MIke Mulgrew suggests in the Daily News, because "as many as one-third of parents"...

George W. Bush: 'Iranian influence' is behind Hamas attacks on Israel

Former President George W. Bush said in a new interview that Iran helped spur the Hamas terrorist group to attack Israel. Bush told Fox News that what "you're seeing playing...

Man arrested for caught-on-tape harassment of subway conductor

Tahjsmier Taylor was arrested for allegedly harassing and threatening subway conductor Kevin Rivera in Queens.

De Blasio offers hotel tax holiday in boon to tourists — and a key supporter

Mayor de Blasio has a plan to draw more tourists back to the Big Apple this summer as restrictions are eased. By eliminating the occupancy tax, he hopes more people...

Emily Watson gets 'Too Close' in tense psychological thriller

"Too Close" star Emily Watson has a personal relationship to the source material for the three-part psychological thriller, premiering Thursday (May 20) on AMC+. It's based on the titular 2018...

Andrew Yang shows he's no Adam Sandler, shoots bricks in hoops game: video

Mayoral candidate Andrew Yang had a poor showing while playing basketball at the West 4th Street Courts during a campaign stop.

'Tan Mom' isn't bronzed down under — if you dare to watch her music video

The unsightly visuals include a copper penny-bronzed Krentcil flailing around on the ground while wearing a skimpy sequin number that comes dangerously close to exposing her multi-hued nether regions.

Andrew Yang, Eric Adams neck and neck in new mayoral poll

Yang, the former presidential candidate, edges out Adams by one point.

Squarespace plunges on debut as IPO market hits choppy waters

Squarespace valuation plunged by more than a third in its debut on the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday, after shares of the website-hosting service fell 13 percent below their...

Boy falls through open subway grate on Brooklyn playground

An 11-year-old boy fell through an open subway grate at a Brooklyn playground Wednesday evening, law enforcement sources told The Post. The boy dropped about 10 feet into the emergency...

Rashida Tlaib listed on event by controversial Palestinian activist

Rep. Rashida Tlaib took part in an event with a pro-Palestine activist who she distanced herself from two years ago.

Karma's a stitch: Ex-con paroled for hate crime whines after subway slashing

Ex-convict Dimitrios Zias is calling for more police officers in the subways after he was slashed while on a platform at Union Square station.

Teacher hugged 6th-grade school shooter in amazing act of compassion

The teacher who disarmed a sixth-grade shooter in her Idaho school hugged the girl until police arrived -- while thinking "this little girl has a mom somewhere," she revealed in...

Apple CEO Tim Cook to testify Friday as Epic trial nears end

Apple CEO Tim Cook will take the witness stand this Friday in a high-stakes courtroom battle over the lucrative commissions the iPhone maker has been raking in from its mobile...

NYC should follow Europe's lead and reopen to vaxxed visitors

The European Union is reopening to fully vaccinated international travelers. New York should follow suit: Tourists are crucial to the city’s recovery, and it's nuts to exclude those who’ve been jabbed...

Letters to the Editor — May 20, 2021

The Issue: St. John’s University’s firing of a professor for using the N-word while quoting Mark Twain. As if last year’s firing of adjunct professor Richard Taylor were not egregious...

Many NYers staying masked despite eased COVID rules: 'People are traumatized'

The state officially adopted CDC mask guidance that allows the inoculated to go mostly mask-free.

NFL star breaks social media silence amid sexual misconduct allegations

Deshaun Watson has returned from his months-long social media hiatus following allegations of sexual misconduct.

Knicks stars' handling of first playoff series could be X-factor

The playoffs will be a new experience for key members of the Knicks and the Hawks heading into their opening-round playoff series. How those players handle their NBA postseason indoctrinations...

Dermot Shea says NYPD did 'phenomenal job' during George Floyd protests

NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea defended his department's handling of the weeks-long Black Lives Matter protests across the Big Apple in 2020, telling city investigators that cops did a “phenomenal job.”

'1619 Project' founder loses UNC tenure offer amid criticism: report

Nikole Hannah-Jones, the controversial founder of the 1619 Project, has lost her alma mater's offer for tenure and is instead under consideration for a fixed five-year contract as a professor of practice....

Chicago's mayor refuses to give interviews to white reporters

Lori Lightfoot was only accepting one-on-one interviews from journalists who are people of color. A Latino reporter at the The Chicago Tribune then canceled a interview with the mayor.

Breaking down the Nets-Celtics series

On the latest episode of "Fullcourt on Flatbush," the crew breaks down Brooklyn's first-round playoffs series with the Celtics.

Texas signs 'heartbeat' abortion ban into law

Governor Greg Abbott signed a law Wednesday that bans abortions in Texas before many women even know they are pregnant -- but will leave enforcement up to private citizens.

Biden court packing commission holds first meeting as abortion case looms

President Joe Biden's commission on expanding the Supreme Court from its current nine justices held its first meeting since it was created.

Inside Duggar 'cult': 'We were taught our bodies don’t belong to us'

These allegations against Josh Duggar are shocking. But people familiar with IBLP claim it has played a role in enabling sexual abuse by Duggar and others.

De Blasio calls on wannabe mayors to 'step it up' as NYers seek same from him

Bill de Blasio said none of his would-be successors have presented clear visions for the city's recovery from the coronavirus pandemic -- even though the mayor has yet to detail...

'If it's not Bob, it's not guilty': Lawyer says no evidence links Robert Durst to 2000 murder

An attorney for Robert Durst slammed prosecutors' case against the disgraced real estate heir as weak -- insisting that there is no hard evidence linking him to the slaying of...

Proposed law would lower New York's BAC limit

New York state legislators are proposing a new bill that would lower the blood alcohol limit for driving from .08 to .05 in a move they say will save lives.

Tlaib pressed Biden to take a stronger hand with Israel

Palestinian-American Rep. Rashida Tlaib pressed President Biden to take a tougher approach with Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu during an encounter on the tarmac of the Detroit airport.

Israel has acted like a moral beacon in the latest Gaza war against terror

While more Palestinians have died in the latest conflict with Israel, John Podhoretz writes for The Post that Israel's actions have been defensible because they've been under attack from Hamas.

'Game of Thrones' star debuts shocking 110-lb. weight loss

Six-foot-9 bruiser Hafthor Julius Björnsson, who played The Mountain on the HBO series, dropped from an astounding 451 pounds to 341 pounds.

Bill Gates' dating history: From Ann Winblad to Melinda Gates

For nearly three decades, Bill and Melinda Gates reigned as one of world’s most high-profile power couples — but the billionaire computer genius’ estranged wife wasn’t the first woman to...

Struggling NYC eateries need state to pass liquor-license reforms now!

With just 11 working days left in the session, the Legislature needs to move fast to pass a trio of reforms that can help Gotham's battered bars and restaurants recover...

John le Carré's final book gets posthumous release date

Never averse to a literary twist, he left behind a finished novel for ardent readers. His posthumous title, “Silverview,” is set to be published in October. 

Lab-leak theory no longer ‘fake news’ and other commentary

Gadfly: Lab-Leak Theory No Longer ‘Fake News’ Suddenly, “it’s okay to speculate about a lab leak” in China as the source of COVID-19, snarks National Review’s Jim Geraghty. Ex-New York...

Runner: My 'superpower' vegan diet helped me smash record

The lean, mean running machine has officially completed the most laps around New York City's iconic Central Park in less than 24 hours.

Ex-Marine gets 30 years for prostituting hundreds of women

A former Marine convicted of pimping out hundreds of women -- including some he plied with drugs -- over nearly two decades has been sentenced to 30 years in prison.

Islanders looking forward to Nassau Coliseum boost against Penguins

The Islanders are ready to reap the benefits of home-ice advantage again. Emerging from Pittsburgh with their first-round series against the Penguins tied at one, the Isles were reminded of...

Hawks coach using NBA 'needing' Knicks as rallying cry

The first-round playoff series between the Knicks and the Hawks officially has its first rallying cry.

Yang has no answers on MTA takeover, agency debt

When asked about the MTA's massive debt at a press conference Wednesday, NYC mayoral candidate Andrew Yang said he did "not have a number" in front of him.

Knicks hint at lineup twist for first round

Thibodeau referenced Frank Ntilikina as possibly having a first-round role because of the Frenchman's past success defending Hawks' superstar point guard Trae Young. Ntilikina, a 2021 restricted free agent, has...

What is Dogecoin? What you need to know about the cryptocurrency

Dogecoin, the meme-inspired cryptocurrency, may have started a joke -- but now the quirky digital token has exploded into the center of the trillion-dollar crypto market.

Netflix nabs Arnold Schwarzenegger's father-daughter spy drama

The show follows a dad and offspring, played by Schwarzenegger and Barbaro, who are somehow unaware that they have both been covert CIA operatives for years.

Scout's take on Noah Syndergaard's crucial first rehab outing

As the Mets search for healthy pitchers to fill their rotation, one potential upgrade took a significant step toward returning Wednesday.

Why Angels are a bet-against in this spot

The Los Angeles Angels have gotten a ton out of two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani this season, but some of those things — walks — might prove to be costly against...

Inside the $12M London spy mansion that helped end WWII

An eye scan is required to gain entry to this WWII-era London spy mansion where MI6 operatives created the chaos that shrouded the D-Day attack at Normandy.

Jill Biden said Harris should 'go f--k' herself for debate attack on Joe

First Lady Jill Biden complained to supporters after Vice President Kamala Harris went after Presiden Joe Biden in a June 2019 Democratic primary debate.

The last living WWII-era German Nazis have shockingly few regrets

The last remaining World War II Nazis are living comfortably at home in Germany, leading normal lives and, in some instances, are still proud of their participation in one of...

LeBron James parties with Drake before going into playoff mode

LeBron James is fueling up on his own tequila before the Lakers play the Warriors in the NBA's Play-In Tournament.

AOC leads eleventh-hour effort to block US $735M arms sale to Israel

A group of House Democrats led by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduced a resolution Wednesday to halt the Biden-approved sale of $735 million in weapons to Israel.

Palestinian woman killed by Israeli soldiers after opening fire in West Bank: report

A Palestinian woman opened fire outside an Israeli settlement in the West Bank and was killed by soldiers on Wednesday, according to a report.

Former No. 1 pick putting early career turbulence behind him with Red Bulls

Selected with the first overall pick of the 2019 MLS SuperDraft, the midfielder has had a choppy start to his professional career.

Teachers unions are desperate to deflect blame over closed schools

Could the wheels be falling off Randi Weingarten’s little red wagon? Her union has badly damaged kids during COVID, people have noticed, and she appears to be panicking. Weingarten is...

White dolphin seen swimming off California coastline

A white Risso's dolphin was spotted by a group of whale watchers off the Southern California coastline.

Under Armour to lift minimum hourly wage to $15 in US

Athletic wear maker Under Armour said on Wednesday it would raise the minimum wage for hourly workers to $15 in the United States and C$15.25 ($12.59) in Canada, starting June...

Islanders need so much more from star center

Head coach Barry Trotz said he feels the 23-year-old center has another gear he can get to.

Major sex-trafficking case could trigger investigations of North Carolina Marines

A Marine veteran turned drug-dealing sex trafficker already has been sent to prison but evidence from the investigation is headed to police agencies in and around Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

Indonesian LGBT+ magazines find a second life online

Although homosexuality is not illegal in Indonesia, with the exception of sharia-ruled Aceh province where same-sex relations are banned, it is generally considered a taboo subject.

UPS driver goes viral sharing 'unreasonable' customer request

A UPS delivery driver has gone viral sharing his "unreasonable" customer request, joining in on the viral TikTok trend. 

Celeb hairstylist Andrew Fitzsimons shares how to achieve viral 'Farrah Fawcett' look

How to create the 70s starlet's iconic look, with product recommendations from a celeb hairstylist.

Countdown begins to discover where Columbus came from

Was Christopher Columbus really from Genoa, in Italy? Or was he Spanish? Or, as some other theories have it, was he Portuguese or Croatian or even Polish?

Americans urged to get colon cancer screening earlier

Americans should start getting screened for colon cancer earlier -- at age 45 instead of waiting until they’re 50, according to guidelines released Tuesday.

Five people shot, one fatally, in overnight NYC violence

The latest statistics show an 81 percent increase in shootings so far this year, as of Sunday — 490 incidents compared to 270 during the same period in 2020.

CDC's overcautious experts have themselves to blame for losing public trust

“My promise is that CDC will continue to follow the science as our guide," Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told senators last week. While...

Truly underground: Masked opera singers put on a subway spectacular

It must be the acoustics: A trio of anonymous operatic vocalists were captured in a jaw-dropping singalong on a nearly empty subway car. 

Olympic star stunned with aftermath of bizarre breastfeeding photo

Olympic snowboarding star Torah Bright is calling on moms to support one another after she received backlash for sharing a partially nude breastfeeding photo. "Mothers, we need to encourage each...

'Boy Meets World' star who transitioned to porn writing juicy memoir

The 44-year-old actress' debut book, "My Escape From Hollywood: Why I Left to Become a Porn Star," will be published by Simon & Schuster's Atria books division in 2022.

White Sox nearing revolt against manager over 'unwritten rules'

The White Sox have more problems than most teams with the best record in their league. In the days after manager Tony La Russa ripped Yermin Mercedes for hitting a...

Outraged NY GOP pushing for new legislation amid Cuomo book deal

Outrage over Gov. Andrew Cuomo's $5.1 million pandemic book deal led Republican lawmakers to announce legislation banning elected state officials from profiting off their writings while in office.

Changed by pandemic, many workers won’t return to old jobs

There’s a wild card in the push to return to pre-pandemic life: Many workers don’t want to go back to the jobs they once had. Layoffs and lockdowns, combined with...

Google wants to use AI to diagnose your skin condition

Is that red spot on your arm just a pimple, or something more serious? Google wants to answer that for you with the help of artificial intelligence.  The search giant’s...

De Blasio urges New Yorkers to wear masks if 'not sure' about new rules

New York adopted the new federal indoor mask guidelines that say those vaccinated against COVID-19 can go mask-free in most indoor areas, excluding places like public transportation.

How Myanmar's military moved in on the telecoms sector to spy on citizens

The technology gives the military the power to listen in on calls, view text messages and track the locations of users without the assistance of the telecom and internet firms.

Teen charged with raping Missouri woman was wearing ankle monitor: cops

A 15-year-old boy allegedly kidnapped, raped and robbed a Missouri woman at gunpoint -- while wearing a GPS-enabled ankle monitor, police said. Antoine Dillon was charged Tuesday in the savage...

Fed up with toxic air, Jakarta residents holding breath for court ruling

The Central Jakarta district court is expected to rule on the 2019 lawsuit on Thursday.

Quirky PGA star closely details his backyard UFO sighting

The sighting occurred last year, when DeChambeau was in his backyard in Dallas with his instructor Chris Como and friend Adam Hurley.

Ex-NYPD cop, former lover play blame game over 8-year-old's death

The former lovers each face second-degree murder raps for allegedly forcing Thomas, who was autistic, to sleep in an unheated garage.

'Ghost' opens kitchen drawer after woman closes it

Spooky home security footage shows a kitchen drawer opening on its own — twice — sending a woman running out of the front door. "I"m scared to be in my...

Gillette's new jingle tackles pubic hair stigma

A new ad by Gillette Venus which features a singing, dancing curly strand of hair is encouraging women to take pride in their pubis — whether shaved or not.

Devils hire USA women's hockey star for 'unique opportunity'

Meghan Duggan, an eight-time gold medalist and captain with Team USA’s women’s hockey team, has been hired by the Devils in a newly created role as manager of player development...

Trump rips NY AG, Manhattan DA for trying to 'cancel' voters with criminal probe

​Former President Donald Trump blasted New York Attorney General Letitia James and Manhattan District Attorney Cy​rus​ Vance Jr. for their joint criminal investigation into his organization.

Target's profits surge as Americans cast COVID restrictions aside

Target's sales and profits surged in the first quarter as its customers, emerging from the pandemic, returned in big numbers to its stores for dresses, cosmetics and luggage.

Parisians tuck into coffee and croissants again as cafes re-open

French cafes and restaurants resumed serving customers, following a six-month shutdown mandated by the government to try to contain the spread of the virus.

Iranian general says Hamas attacks shift balance of power in Middle East

“Palestinians could destroy all Israeli industrial facilities and air bases with missiles,” Gen. Hossein Salami audaciously said in a speech televised by state media.

'You are a really dull class': Biden chides Coast Guard grads as jokes fall flat

President Joe Biden attempted to earn laughs at the expense of the US Navy, but when the cadets didn't respond, he turned on them.

Man wanted for punching UK cop in the nose busted in NY — more than 40 years later!

His arrest comes after British authorities recently spent several years trying to capture and extradite McGrath, now 62 -- in what legal experts say is a highly unusual effort given...

India sets global record for daily COVID-19 deaths

The previous record for most daily deaths from the coronavirus was set on Jan. 12 in the United States, when 4,475 people died.

Israel hit by rockets from southern Lebanon

One of the rockets was shot down by the Iron Dome missile defense system. A second landed in an open field near the Arab-Israeli town of Shfaram.

Patient bites off part of NYC hospital employee's finger: police sources

A hospital worker at Kings County Hospital Center in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens, had part of her finger bitten off by an unruly patient, police sources told The Post Wednesday.

'Friends: The Reunion' drops new trailer

The hotly anticipated “Friends” reunion special just dropped a new trailer — and answered the age-old question: Were Ross and Rachel on a break?

Former Jets QB saw Tim Tebow mess up close: Jaguars experiment is 'stupid'

Greg McElroy already saw one Tim Tebow tight end experiment. That was enough for him.

Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love's fixer-upper home is for sale

The LA home is gonna need a lot of love: "The property has fallen into disrepair and is a major fixer."

Westchester DA speaks out about reopening Kathie Durst cold case

Westchester County District Attorney Mimi Rocah has assigned top investigators from the newly formed cold case unit to investigate the alleged slaying of Kathie Durst in 1982.

Sen. Kennedy presses CDC chief on Wuhan virus research

Sen. John Kennedy questioned Rochelle Walensky about whether the US provided funding to the Wuhan lab for the controversial research, which focuses on making a virus more potent.

Here's to one of these stars snapping major heartbreak at PGA Championship

Rickie Fowler, Lee Westwood, Tony Finau and Xander Schauffele have all come so close to winning a major but remain without one.

Colonial Pipeline CEO claims he paid ransom to hackers 'for the country'

Joseph Blount, the chief executive of Colonial Pipeline, said he decided to pay the ransom the same day the company learned of the cyberattack.

First new cast member added to 'Sex and the City' reboot

She will play “Che Diaz,” whom a press release described as "a non-binary, queer, stand-up comedian that hosts a podcast on which Carrie Bradshaw is regularly featured."

Is that Tom Hanks speaking in Japanese? No, it’s just AI

Bad lip-syncing in dubbing and subtitles can put off audiences and hurt box office takings of foreign films.

McConnell comes out against Capitol riot commission ahead of House vote

While the lower chamber is expected to pass the measure with some bipartisan support, Mitch McConnell’s comments throw cold water on the likelihood of the commission coming together.

Doc who sterilized women without consent gets 60 years in prison

Javaid Perwaiz, 71, defrauded insurance companies out of almost $21 million by telling patients they needed the surgeries, such as irreversible hysterectomies and improper sterilizations.

Michael Kay feels 'more pressure' to win ratings war against Craig Carton

It's more fun being the hunter than the hunted. That's how Michael Kay feels about the ESPN New York–WFAN afternoon radio war now that Craig Carton is in the driver's...

Two former Marines arrested in foiled kidnapping plot

Two former US Marines were among four people who have been arrested in Bangkok for allegedly kidnapping a Taiwanese businessman in a restaurant for a ransom over a PPE deal...

Smokescreen: Men busted for running weed operation in unlikely front

Two UK men were reportedly busted this week for running a weed distribution operation out of an abandoned bingo hall.

Navajo Nation surpasses Cherokee to become largest US tribe

The numbers matter because tribes often are allocated money based on their number of citizens.

Pregnant 'fit mom' who lifted 300 pounds fires back at 'little ass-clowns' trying to shame her

"Those little ass-clowns on Instagram can't stop me from doing what I do," the 34-year-old told The Post. "I'm unbreakable."

Robinhood to release its IPO filing next week: report

The trading app that's become synonymous with the "Reddit rally" is about to open the kimono. Robinhood Markets Inc. expects to publicly file key financial data with the Securities and...

See the first photos of China's Mars rover

The space vehicle — named Zhurong after the Chinese god of fire and war — beamed back a black-and-white photo of the desolate plain known as Utopia Planitia, the China...

Christie not waiting on Trump in possible presidential run: 'Not going to defer to anyone'

Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie revealed he will not be deferring to former President Donald Trump in his consideration of whether to run for president in 2024.

De Blasio considering holding lottery for vaccinated New Yorkers

Mayor Bill de Blasio said his administration is "looking at" holding a lottery for New Yorkers vaccinated against COVID-19, like the one in Ohio that is offering $1 million to...

Pro-Palestine protesters shut down traffic outside Israeli consulate in NYC

The demonstration came as the Israel-Palestine conflict drags on into a second week.

Tennessee congressman reaps windfall on Dogecoin bets

Rep. Mark Green jumped into the Dogecoin craze -- and reaped a windfall on the risky, canine-themed cryptocurrency, government documents show.

Ring’s the thing: Gates' first appearance since bombshell split announcement comes with a surprise

Bill Gates made his first public appearance Wednesday since his bombshell divorce announcement — and was still wearing his wedding ring.

Amazon to extend pause on police use of facial recognition

Amazon has been under pressure from civil rights activists and their own employees to half the sale of face-recognition systems to law enforcement agencies.

People in the UK need to buy 124 drinks from their local bar to make up for COVID-19 losses

For fans of bars, it’s time to start drinking. As lockdown regulations across the world begin to ease up, many bars and restaurants are celebrating the ability to reopen their dining rooms....

AEW's flagship show moving to new channel

All Elite Wrestling’s television presence is getting a makeover.

Shaq had a rough start to the NBA postseason: 'What kind of dummy'

Leave it to Shaquille O'Neal to show up late to "Inside the NBA's" pre-game show for the play-in tournament. At the start of Tuesday's TNT show, Ernie Johnson introduced his...

Iconic 'Chappelle's Show' comedian and actor dead at 79

Mooney was best known for starring opposite Gary Busey in 1978's "The Buddy Holly Story" as Sam Cooke. He also played Junebug in Spike Lee's 2000 comedy "Bamboozled."

Black Lives Matter comes out in solidarity with Palestinians

Black Lives Matter has thrown its full support behind the Palestinians in the ongoing bloody conflict between their Hamas backers and Israel.

Packers Super Bowl architect can't believe Aaron Rodgers is such a 'diva'

The man who brought Brett Favre to Green Bay doesn't like the way Aaron Rodgers is trying to leave the storied franchise.

Coinbase crashes for some users as cryptos plummet

The company added that some users are unable to log in, see their balances, and trade. Data from DownDetector shows that the issues started around 8:45 a.m.

Netanyahu rejects Biden demand for 'significant de-escalation' in Gaza

Biden and Netanyahu "had a detailed discussion on the state of events in Gaza" and about "Israel’s progress in degrading the capabilities of Hamas and other terrorist elements," the White House said.

Pres has spoken: Barstool boss weighs in on massive crypto crash

Dave Portnoy's comments come as the entire crypto market is down about 25 percent, or over $400 million, in the past 24 hours, according to data from coinmarketcap.com 

A star will make history at PGA Championship

Jordan Spieth will win the PGA Championship and complete the career grand slam, The Post's Mark Cannizzaro predicts.

Study: Climate change added $8 billion to Sandy’s damages

New research has calculated that four inches of sea rise caused 13 percent of Sandy’s $62.5 billion damage.

Kamala reportedly keeps a list of journalists who don’t ‘understand’ her

Kamala Harris and her team, according to a profile of the VP published by The Atlantic, typically "dismiss" reporters and "tracks political players and reporters whom she thinks don’t fully...

Watch an infinite amount of TV with SelectTV that’s over 75% off

This streaming app allows you to watch live TV and explore an extensive catalog of TV shows and movies all in one place so you can enjoy every minute in...

Pelosi calls for diplomatic boycott of 2022 Olympics in China

​House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is calling for a diplomatic boycott of the 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing, citing China's genocidal campaign against the Muslim-m​inority​ Uighurs.

Man learns the hard way not to break into a UFC fighter's car

Word of advice to potential thieves: if you decide to break into a car, maybe make sure it isn't owned by one of the most frightening men in America first.

Construction worker killed, another critically hurt in Bronx elevator plunge

The accident left an older man dead on the scene and the younger man was taken to Lincoln Medical Center, where he is listed in critical condition.

I blew off Adam Sandler 22 years ago — and it's my biggest regret

"The IHOP thing is nothing. She thinks she has pain?" David Seth Cohen told The Post. "Imagine passing up a drink with your hero. I've been kicking myself since 1998....

Surfer killed by shark had 'heart as deep as the ocean,' daughter says

Mark Sanguinetti, 59, of Sydney, suffered injuries to his upper thigh when he was attacked by the great white on Tuesday while surfing at Tuncurry Beach in New South Wales,...

Doctor accused of sexually assaulting patient, asking to check her 'bum'

Javaid Saleem was charged via summons Tuesday with fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman who saw him for abdominal issues in May 2020.

Jeremy Lin reaches 'final deadline' in frustrated Instagram post

Jeremy Lin's NBA dream appears be over.

15-year-old boy killed in Brooklyn house fire: officials

A 15-year-old boy was killed Wednesday morning in a blaze in Bedford-Stuyvesant, according to police sources and fire officials.

This beloved star didn’t make ‘Friends’ reunion's 'appalling' guest list

"Friends" fans take to social media to lament one glaring gap in the HBO Max reunion special lineup for May 27: no Paul Rudd.

McCarthy, GOP caucus press for update on mask-wearing guidelines

Rep. Kevin McCarthy and members of the Republican Doctors Caucus are introducing a resolution to reflect the latest CDC policy on mask wearing.

17 coffee and espresso makers on sale to help you perk up in the morning

It’s vital to brew coffee – whether it be in espresso, cappuccino, or cold brew form – that tastes great because it was brewed in a high-quality coffee maker.

LAPD chief wants to fire cop for allegedly sharing George Floyd 'Valentine' meme

LAPD Chief Michel Moore said Tuesday he decided to send the unidentified officer’s case to a disciplinary panel that will determine if and how the cop should be punished.

Israeli military video reveals scope of airstrikes on Hamas 'terror' tunnels

Israel has so far destroyed more than 62 miles of Hamas tunnels, including 7.5 miles targeted in its latest aerial assault. A new military video shows the effects on the...

Riddle me this: Villain's leaked images from 'The Batman' stun fans

Riddle me this: Why is indie actor Paul Dano out-trending major movie star Robert Pattinson on Twitter right now?

Tony La Russa sparks 'unwritten rules' debate by turning on his own player

The "unwritten rules in baseball" discourse has returned – and from perhaps the most predictable source. In the ninth inning of the White Sox's victory over the Twins on Monday...

224-pound woman reportedly suffocated husband to death with her butt

A 224-pound Russian woman faces some heavy-duty justice for sitting on her husband and strangling him to death with her massive buttocks during a boozy dispute, a report said .

Domestic violence claims against rival put Federer in 'super uncomfortable' spot

Roger Federer has weighed in on allegations of domestic abuse leveled at tennis star Alexander Zverev, saying the ATP should not get involved in players’ private lives. Zverev’s ex-girlfriend Olya...

In a 'bit' of trouble: Crypto market takes a staggering dive

The new figures indicate the digital coin has lost all of its gains since early February, around the time that Tesla announced it had bought $1.5 billion worth of bitcoin

Take a shot on the White Sox and their struggling starter

Bet on the White Sox and Lucas Giolito against the Twins on Wednesday.

Longshots have a big chance at PGA Championship

With no elite players in especially dominant form, look for longer shots capable of surviving four grueling days at the beach.

Car trouble: Biden ripped for joking about running over reporter

Joe Biden made the quip Tuesday from behind the wheel of the new F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck when a reporter asked if she could ask "a quick question on...

Conservative group slams major companies and execs over ‘woke politics’

The video ads will run nationally across cable TV and websites as well as in the local markets where the companies are headquartered.

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has not ruled out conquering Gaza

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Wednesday that Israel is trying to “achieve a state of deterrence against Hamas” to end the hostilities which have killed 229 people on both sides.

Here are the best bets to win PGA Championship

The PGA Championship returns to its now customary mid-May spot after being held in August last year due to COVID-19.

Jump across the pond: EU changing travel restrictions for vaccinated Americans

European Union countries agreed on Wednesday to ease COVID-19 travel restrictions on non-EU visitors ahead of the summer tourist season, two EU sources said.

Mountain lion stalks hiker begging for his life

"I promise I'm not going to bug you!" On a hiking trail outside Salt Lake City, Utah, a man was stalked by a menacing mountain lion for five minutes before...

Man slashed on Manhattan subway platform: police

A man was slashed during a fight with two others inside a Manhatan subway station early Wednesday, cops said. Three men were on the platform of the Cathedral Parkway –...

Breathe easy! It’s the first day of new COVID rules in NYC — what you need to know

The Empire State took a major step toward returning to pre-pandemic normalcy on Wednesday, when many COVID-19 safety measures were officially lifted.

Young Yankee almost done with COVID-19 battle

ARLINGTON, Texas — Gleyber Torres’ COVID scare appears to be over. The 24-year-old shortstop was cleared by Major League Baseball’s joint committee on Tuesday and was expected to rejoin the...

Islanders goalie's rust proves costly

It took goaltender Semyon Varlamov, who was scratched with a lower-body injury in the series opener, a few shifts to get his bearings in the Islanders’ 2-1 loss to the...

Pissed off: South Carolina man accused of tossing bucket of urine at girlfriend

On May 18, Fred Funnye, 61, allegedly threw a bucket containing his urine at his girlfriend, 27, and was charged with third degree criminal domestic violence, but he denied his...

Yankees star looked like his old self in this one

DJ LeMahieu looked like The Machine again in the Yankees' 6-4 win over the Rangers Tuesday night.

Injured Mets starter gets good news: MRI exam 'clean'

Taijuan Walker’s next start remains in question, but in a positive development for the Mets an MRI exam performed on the pitcher’s left side Tuesday was “clean,” according to manager...

Man allegedly tried to kill estranged wife at son's football game

The Garden Grove Police Department say Russell Husges chased his estranged wife across the field with a pair of butcher knives during the couple's 9-year-old son's football game.

Tigers righty throws fifth no-hitter in majors this season

Spencer Turnbull pitched the fifth no-hitter in the majors already this season, sending the Detroit Tigers to a 5-0 victory over the Mariners on Tuesday night in Seattle.

Graham calls for 'draft Trump' movement to kick-start 2024 WH campaign

Sen. Lindsey Graham said that he really hopes that former President Donald Trump decides to run again for President in 2024. "I miss Donald Trump," Graham said May 18, 2021...

Facebook shuts down pro-Israel page targeted by 'cyber terrorism' campaign

Facebook claims the "Jerusalem Prayer Group" violated its rules against "spam and inauthentic behavior," prompting a shut down of the page amid the Middle East conflict. 

Jewelry shopper targeted and shot by 3 gunmen at NYC mall

A masked individual targeted and shot a 37-year-old shopper at the Jamaica Colosseum Mall before escaping with two other gun-wielding suspects in a grey BMW. 

Mets' bullpen does it all in 'really special' performance

Seven Mets relievers combined to get the job done — including one with the bat.