June 3, 2021
Meet the NCAA baseball tournament's unlikely underdog
The NJIT Highlanders, less than 20 years a Division I program, are the epitome of an underdog story.
Woman died homeless — with $884K unclaimed inheritance in bank
An Oregon woman died homeless last year while $884,000 in inheritance money sat unclaimed in a state bank account, a news report said.
Mets veteran avoids IL stint — for now
Jonathan Villar managed to avoid the injured list Thursday, but the Mets will play it cautiously with the versatile infielder.
Lakers star's crumbles to court in short-lived return
LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis managed less than 5 1/2 minutes in his return to the Lakers' starting lineup Thursday night before leaving in clear pain from his groin injury...
NJ high school junior leads women's golf major
HighMe school junior Megha Ganne, a 17-year-old from New Jersey, shot a 4-under 67 on Thursday to become the first amateur in 15 years to have a share of the...
Four busted in SC shooting that killed 14-year-old girl
Police said the shooting started when members of rival gangs spotted each other at the unauthorized party and Ronjanae Smith was killed in the crossfire.
'Nepal mutation' cited as UK renews Portugal travel restrictions
The UK will drop Portugal from its safe travel list over rising coronavirus cases and concerns over a new “Nepal mutation," COVID-19 variant.
'Something's not right' with Sabrina Ionescu
A theme has emerged through one-quarter of the new-look Liberty’s renaissance season: It’s going to be hard for them to win when Sabrina Ionescu doesn’t play well. And after a...
GOP mayoral candidate Fernando Mateo meets with Trump
Already with an endorsement from Michael Flynn in tow, NYC mayoral candidate Fernando Mateo met with former President Trump in New Jersey at Trump National Golf Club.
Minor league pitcher drilled in head by liner, game called off
Minor league pitcher Tyler Zombro was struck in the head by a line drive and began convulsing on the mound in a frightening moment that prompted Triple-A Durham to suspend...
GOP mayoral candidates confronted with past misdeeds at debate
New York City's GOP candidates for mayor were confronted by past misdeeds during their Wednesday night debate -- but mostly kept their cool and held back the gut-punches while delving...
Islanders drop Game 3 crusher in OT
Brad Marchand’s goal at 3:36 of overtime Wednesday night at Nassau Coliseum gave the Bruins a 2-1 Game 3 win over the Islanders.
Bombshell UFO report reveals government cannot explain aerial phenomena
Can we handle the truth? Officials who viewed the classified UFO report said the US intelligence community did not have an explanation for the mysterious flying vehicles spotted by Navy...
Stonewall protesters smash window of famed NYC eatery, woman injured
The broken window at Carbone in Greenwich Village left a diner with minor injuries.
There is still chance Nets get needed reinforcement back
The Nets' Jeff Green not being ruled out of Saturday’s Eastern Conference semifinal Game 1 against Milwaukee can be considered a positive for Brooklyn.
Pennsylvania serial killer confesses to 6 more murders, cops say
Pennsylvania serial killer Edward Surratt has confessed to six more murders while serving two life sentences, authorities said.
D'Agostino's executive steps down in grocery chain shake up
Nicholas D’Agostino III is stepping down as president and chief operating officer of D’Agostino’s and its sister chain Gristedes.
Star search, bold draft move may be part of Knicks' offseason
The Knicks’ first-round playoff ouster in five games to the Hawks after a superb 41-31 regular season has raised more offseason questions than anticipated. After getting routed in the final...
Suspect on loose after 2 slashed in Harlem subway station
Rampant violence on the NYC subway platforms continues as two men were slashed in an altercation at a South Harlem subway station Thursday.
Death toll rises from mass shooting at Miami-area concert
A third victim died after getting injured at a mass shooting at a concert at El Mula Banquet Hall near Miami.
What exactly is Aaron Boone teaching these Yankees
I’m NOT a big league manager. I don’t even play one on TV. But I watch a lot of managers on TV. Mike Francesa once said he’d consider an offer...
10 years after disappearance, missing college student's mom, PI hopeful for break in case
Lauren Spierer a Westchester, New York native, went missing while attending Indiana University. A decade later, her mother is longing for evidence that could help solve the mystery.
Houston boy died weeks before he was reported missing: report
Court documents show that Samuel Olson died weeks before he was originally reported missing.
Former top prospect's woes soothe Mets lingering trade angst
Think of Jarred Kelenic’s struggles in Seattle as an ancillary vaccine.
Chlorine 'Karens': Women 'shamed' for confronting kissing female couple at hotel pool
A group of women at a California hotel pool got into a heated confrontation with other guests after allegedly berating a female couple for kissing in front of children, reports...
Rangers finally add Swedish defenseman to young core
The Rangers have added another key defenseman prospect to their already blossoming defensive core.
Pence says he and Trump don't 'see eye to eye' on Jan. 6 — but GOP 'must move forward'
In a speech in New Hampshire, former Vice President Mike Pence urged Republicans to move forward following the Capitol riot.
Girl, 13, pleads guilty to murder in death of DC Uber Eats driver
A 13-year-old girl pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in a botched carjacking that left a 66-year-old Uber Eats driver dead in Washington DC, according to Fox News
Nets veteran looking to make bigger impact in Round 2
Blake Griffin, who had a tough first-round series against the Celtics, could become a bigger factor in the second round against the Bucks.
Yankees skipper's hope springs eternal but summer's here: Sherman
Aaron Boone keeps promising the best is yet to come for the Yankees, but it hasn't happened yet.
The week in whoppers: NYC mayoral-debate lunacy, CNN'S flip-flop and more
The Post's editorial board takes a look back at some happenings from the media landscape from the last week, including some issues at CNN and The New York Times.
Dead newborn found by workers emptying port-a-potty in Texas
The Harris County Sheriff's Office told reporters they found the baby with the umbilical cord still attached in the porta-potty at Magnolia Gardens Park.
Man who beat wife to death on family cruise sentenced to 30 years in jail
Utah man Kenneth Manzanares who was convicted of beating his wife to death on an Alaskan cruise in front of two of his daughters was sentenced to 30 years behind bars.
Fauci emails: Here's what we learned
Thousands of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s emails have been released and offer a glimpse into how the nation’s leading infectious-diseases specialist dealt with the crisis. Here's some of what we learned.
15 frat members charged in drinking death at Washington State
Washington State University freshman Sam Martinez died Nov. 12, 2019 at the off-campus Alpha Tau Omega fraternity house after allegedly splitting a half-gallon of rum with another pledge.
The NBA's most hated team is no longer who you think
Nets owner Joe Tsai said he saw a poll that his team is "the most hated team around the country."
Artist sells invisible sculpture for over $18K
An Italian artist sold an invisible sculpture for over $18,000 giving the buyer a certificate of authenticity to prove it's real.
Donald Trump to speak at Dallas CPAC in July
Texas will be getting a visit from No. 45 this summer. Former President Trump will be giving a speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Dallas.
This Mets' offense has officially arrived
James McCann’s torrid week at the plate has served as a reminder of how quickly a player’s season can change.
Another Antifa beating won't silence truth-teller Andy Ngo
As one member of the angry Antifa mob chasing Andy Ngo down a Portland, Ore., street tackled him to the ground just before midnight Friday, the journalist heard more approaching...
Baseball Digest gets new owner — its third in 79 years
Norm Jacobs, who took over Baseball Digest in 1969, has sold the 79-year-old publication to his minority partner. Jacobs is 88 and a silent partner with Jerry Reinsdorf in the...
Who is Jasmine Hartin, socialite charged in Belize cop death?
Jasmine Hartin is married to the scion of one of the Central American nation's wealthiest families -- and has a reported penchant for hanging out in the tourist spot's low-rent...
Disturbing video shows police employee groping 13-year-old girl in elevator
Disturbing new video shows the moment an Australian police department employee corners a 13-year-old girl in an elevator and gropes her as she frantically attempts to get away.
Teen says football coaches forced him to eat pork against his religious beliefs
Marcus Wattley and other coaches at McKinley High School in Canton allegedly forced a player to eat pork despite his religious beliefs.
Mayoral candidate Kathryn Garcia's history of embarrassments
Kathryn Garcia has soared in recent polls and is putting up a strong fight with Eric Adams and Andrew Yang. But Steve Cuozzo writes Garcia had a series of mishaps...
Florida man diving for shark teeth survives alligator bite to the head
Jeffrey Heim, 25, was attacked in the Myakka River, according to local reports.
Ex-San Francisco official arrested for allegedly trying to rob man of potato chips with knife
Disgraced former director of San Francisco’s Public Works Department Mohammed Nuru was arrested for allegedly trying to rob a man of potato chips with a kitchen knife, according to police...
Nathan's Famous is adding vegan hot dogs to its menu
Beginning Monday, the century-old frankfurter emporium will begin serving meatless hot dogs at 13 eateries across the New York metro area, including at its famous Coney Island flagship.
Scooter Braun blasts ex-Goldman Sachs partner who sued him in tweet
Scooter Braun took to Twitter on Thursday to blast a former business partner who sued him this week as nothing more than an "opportunist" looking to get paid. "One day...
The Knicks' real work begins now
A magical run to the postseason interrupted what was supposed to be the most important part of the Knicks's season.
'The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It' review: Get a rewrite, Satan
The devil made me watch it! That’s the only reasonable excuse for why my body didn’t get up and leave after the first half of the latest film in the...
Growing graffiti another alarm bell as Blas snoozes through city's decay
Add metastasizing levels of graffiti to the disorders proliferating in these final months of Mayor Bill de Blasio’s rule. As Wednesday’s Post reported, Soho residents and merchants are up in...
Mets catcher talks COVID-19 battle, Lindor relationship, pitching staff
Mets catcher Tomás Nido takes a break for some Q&A with Post columnist Steve Serby. Q: You go way back in Puerto Rico with Francisco Lindor. Is he the same...
Biden's big FDR-style agenda is already sputtering to a halt
It has finally dawned on President Joe Biden that he barely controls the House and the Senate. His remarks on Tuesday taking a swipe at Sens. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and...
Here are the hot game shows of summer 2021
Let the games begin. Summer is typically the time for lighthearted game shows -- and even with all the pandemic-related schedule shake ups still trailing the industry, zany onscreen competitions...
Mom, 3 toddlers ID'd as victims of 'gruesome' Indiana homicide
Sarah Nicole Zent was stabbed to death by her apparent boyfriend Cohen Bennet Hancz-Barron in a gruesome crime that also left her three children dead.
Foul play suspected in disappearance of ex-NFL player's girlfriend
Taylor Pomaski, who was dating a former NFL player, vanished more than a month ago from her own house party in Texas -- and authorities are now investigating whether foul...
California may require vaccinated workers to mask up after reopening
As California prepares to reopen and drop COVID-19 regulations, employment regulators may still require vaccinated workers to wear masks -- a move that is angering business groups.
DOE continues to fail students at every turn
Families in District 2 just saw the fruits of the "diversity" drive inflicted on them by the central Department of Education, as top-performing middle-schoolers got assigned to struggling high schools...
Letters to the Editor — June 4, 2021
The Issue: Naomi Osaka’s decision not to give post-game interviews because of mental-health struggles. I am glad that Naomi Osaka has taken a stand against the press (“French exit,” June...
NYC mayoral candidates with the best — and worst — New York accents
When it comes to the next leader of NYC, there's a diversity of mayoral candidates -- particularly in the way they speak. And since we're talking about "Noo Yawk," many...
Facebook will end special treatment for politicians after Trump ban
The change will make lawmakers and other elected officials subject to the same moderation rules as everybody else — including ones requiring fact-checking and forbidding bullying.
Food sampling returns to the grocery aisle — with pandemic protections
With COVID-19 infections dramatically down and vaccination rates up, little bites of cake, fruit, cheese and meat are making a comeback at food retailers big and small — but they're...
Of mice and men: Chinese military helped create 'humanized' rodents to test viruses, report claims
Using CRISPR technology, military researchers in China bio-engineered humanized mice in an effort to infect them with different viruses, according to a report.
Yale's move to rig board elections reveals the bankruptcy of US elites
Among the chief characteristics of the people running America’s institutions are arrogance and a dogged unwillingness to be held accountable. Both have lately been on prominent display at Yale University. Yale...
Johnny Manziel was paid at least $33K for autographs in college
Johnny Manziel is coming clean about his past. Eight years after the NCAA said it found no evidence of Manziel receiving payment for signing autographs, following a 2013 investigation, he...
It's the Wild West Village! Neighborhood overrun with graffiti, garbage: locals
Frustrated locals in West Village told The Post they have no choice but to deal with a massive sprawl of garbage and widespread graffiti in their once-desirable neighborhood.
Marv Albert revels in his final Knicks game despite lack of tribute
The Knicks’ season ended Wednesday — and so did legend Marv Albert’s broadcasting career at the Garden.
Catching up with a former Mets Cy Young winner
Former Mets Cy Young winner R.A. Dickey relives his favorite memories with the team.
Fauci's emails should put an end to the cult media built around him
Oh, how the mighty have fallen. This week, a FOIA request led to a trove of emails from Dr. Anthony Fauci being released to public view. And that view, stretching...
As mayoral wannabes trash de Blasio, he says they lack 'compelling vision'
Mayor Bill de Blasio was not impressed by any of the Democratic primary candidates at the mayoral debate.
United is buying 15 untested supersonic jets
United Airlines said Thursday it will spend $3 billion to buy 15 supersonic, zero-emissions jetliners from aviation startup Boom Supersonic. The jet maker says its “Overture” model jets will fly...
Charles Barkley has a savage new nickname for Lakers star
Charles Barkley has a new nickname for Anthony Davis, and it has nothing to do with his now shaved-off unibrow.
Biden won't create presidential commission on Capitol riot
According to the White House, President Joe Biden won't be creating a presidential commission to investigate the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021.
Abuse victims: Speaker Heastie stalling anti-harass laws, protecting Cuomo
An anti-sexual harassment group of former legislative staffers blasted the Democratic-led Assembly for stalling a package of bills that would protect abuse survivors and for "providing cover" for embattled Gov....
Texas governor moves to block facilities for child migrants
Gov. Greg Abbott said the directive is coming because the surge in migrants, particularly unaccompanied minors, are causing a crisis in the foster care system.
Whistleblower threatens run for Congress if Pentagon UFO report watered down
If the report turns out to be as watered down as he thinks it will be, this former Department of Defense employee is planning on taking matters into his own...
No more ruff-ing it! Lost blind dog reunited with family after 2 years
A family in Charlotte, North Carolina was reunited with their blind dog Juice after it was lost for two years.
First cases of black fungus from Indian COVID variant found outside country
Fears have been sparked after cases of deadly black fungus from the Indian COVID variant have been found outside India. Medics in Chile reported a case of virus-related fungus, with...
Billionaire sells massive Plaza Hotel mansion at loss with $20M ask
A billionaire fashion mogul is finally in contract to sell his ginormous-sized suite at the Plaza Hotel — at an even bigger loss.
Brooklyn real estate is booming — but should you buy or rent?
Get Brook-smart: Bidding wars and bargain rents? The outer borough's real estate is a hot mess and home hunters face a big decision.
Indian social media drags Gucci for $3,500 caftan
Gucci has found itself in the hot seat as South Asian shoppers blast the brand for cultural appropriation -- this time for hawking a $3,500 kaftan that could be found...
Eric Adams says graffiti leads to lawlessness, vows to erase it as NYC mayor
Mayoral candidate Eric Adams came out swinging against the rise in graffiti and promised to crack down on the markings that have popped up across the city, notably in Soho.
Sticky fingers: Disneyland’s new Spider-Man ride has upgrade option you'll have to buy
In what some parents are calling a sneaky move at Disneyland, there’s a choice between the standard ride experience and an enhanced one, all involving the purchase of a plastic...
Treasury Dept. leaker sentenced to 6 months for 'FinCEN' document dump
A former senior Treasury Department official was sentenced to six months in prison for leaking thousands of documents to a news reporter.
NYCFC finally got the gritty win it needed
They needed one like this. After a string of commanding performances that weren’t rewarded with wins, NYCFC took a page from a different book last weekend. For the first time...
Three people shot in Brooklyn in apparent robbery attempt
One victim was shot in the arm while another one was shot in the back in the home invasion on Broadway in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The third victim's injuries were not...
House Republicans demand briefing on White House 'gain-of-function' policies
Reps. Michael Waltz and Frank Lucas have called into question the grant money that was sent from the United States to China's Wuhan Institute of Virology.
Tom Brady loves Phil Mickelson sipping wine out of Wanamaker Trophy
Wine tastes a little different to Phil Mickelson after a big win.
Latest subway shove victim 'traumatized,' won't ride trains alone again
Maria Brown was traumatized after being pushed onto the Broadway Junction subway tracks and now refuses to ride the trains alone.
Bahrain offers Pfizer booster for some who got Chinese shots
Bahrain has begun offering a booster shot of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine for some people, six months after they received two shots of China’s Sinopharm vaccine.
13 on trial in Paris for cyberbullying, threats against teen
The case is the first such trial under new jurisdiction France created this year to prosecute crimes online, including harassment and discrimination.
Young Knicks center's long-term future is uncertain
The Knicks withstood the loss of Mitchell Robinson in the second half of the regular season, but they certainly could have used the high-flying rim protector during their five-game loss...
'Spirit Untamed' review: Should you see it? Neigh!
More like “Spirit Uninteresting.” It's closer to a state fair pony ride than a rousing Western adventure and I’d rather put “Baby Shark” on repeat all day than spend another...
Parrot named Tico belts out classic rock hits like a total legend
His most popular video, "Here Comes the Sun," has gathered 3.6 million views since it was posted in September 2020.
New York's best summer concerts, outdoor movies and theater events
The Post's music writer Chuck Arnold and movie and theater critic Johnny Oleksinski tell you the hottest movies, theater events and, yes, concerts to turn your summer all the way...
Angry Aaron Boone tossed as Gerrit Cole, Yankees drop clunker
Frustrations boiled over in the Yankees' 9-2 loss to the Rays, an outcome that left the Bombers 4 1/2 games behind their rivals.
The best Hamptons wellness memberships for spas and fitness in 2021
Organic Edge One of the many cutting-edge wellness rooms at the holistic wellness center Organic Edge. Holistic practitioner Shannon Conklin wasn’t going to let a global pandemic prevent her from opening...
Famed criminal defense attorney F. Lee Bailey dead at 87
F. Lee Bailey was one of the famed lawyers who was on OJ Simpson's "Dream Team" during the highly publicized murder trial in 1995. He was last known to live...
MLB owners emerge from meeting with consensus to combat cheating epidemic
Major league owners concluded two days of meetings Thursday with a plan to increase enforcement against pitchers using illegal sticky substances in the game.
‘Superbad’ character McLovin turns 40, Seth Rogen and fans celebrate
Christopher Mintz-Plasse is still 31, but his fake ID turned 40 on Thursday.
What to wear for a glamorous beach weekend in the Hamptons
As we slowly — and safely — return to dressing up, this summer calls for effortless style: slinky knit dresses, low-heeled sandals, featherweight totes and — finally — lipstick! Top it...
Backpedaling Biden now willing to drop corporate tax hike to seal infrastructure deal
President Biden does not have a Monday deadline for an infrastructure deal with Republicans, the White House said Thursday amid a report that he is willing to drop his corporate...
Stomach-churning: Alleged Capitol rioter's tummy tattoo led to his arrest
An alleged Capitol rioter James Burton McGrew was busted after investigators matched video showing his gigantic stomach tattoo to an old mug shot, federal authorities said.
Shocking video shows baby-faced 'Bonnie and Clyde' who opened fire on cops
The footage from police showed the shocking showdown authorities had with two young minors who started shooting at police with an AK-47 and a shotgun.
Bristol-Myers Squibb sued for $6.4B over delayed cancer drug
Bristol-Myers Squibb was sued for $6.4 billion on Thursday for allegedly delaying its Breyanzi cancer drug to avoid payments to shareholders of the former Celgene, which the drugmaker bought in...
House Republicans demand Fauci testify about emails
The GOP lawmakers wrote a letter asking for Dr. Anthony Fauci to appear before congress in the wake of his emails being released.
City can move homeless men from Lucerne Hotel to downtown, court rules
The effort to move 200 homeless men downtown to a Radisson hotel had been stifled in October when residents filed a lawsuit to block the move. This week's ruling paves...
Nickelodeon casts first openly trans teen in live-action show
A 13-year-old transgender actor has been cast in a live-action show on Nickelodeon, a first for the TV channel.
This NYC neighborhood is being turned into a theater
Think the city looks a bit different these days? Well, get a load of the Meatpacking District. Tony Award-winning designer David Rockwell has converted eight storefronts on West 13th and...
Virginia parents bullied by other parents for stance against critical race theory
Residents of a Virginia school district that has fiercely debated how to address racism through education say they are being bullied by other parents for opposing critical race theory.
Cops hunting for trio in series of robberies across NYC
Cops are hunting for a crew of creeps suspected in a citywide robbery spree -- in which they ask their victims, "Have you ever been shot or stabbed before?" before...
Psaki calls Fauci 'undeniable asset' after Chinese lab leak emails
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Thursday called Dr. Anthony Fauci "an undeniable asset" despite emails that have exposed his knowledge of and efforts to tamp down the Wuhan...
Islanders' deadline acquisition could be brought back
Kyle Palmieri has fit in with the Islanders since coming over at the trade deadline, and Lou Lamoriello could try to keep him around after the season ends.
State Dep't staffers were warned against probing COVID origin: report
State Department staffers were warned against investigating the origin of COVID-19 because it could "open a can of worms," a former official revealed in a bombshell report.
Potential Knicks offseason targets
The Knicks just didn't have any answers for the Hawks.
Young adults with schizophrenia face highest suicide risk, study says
Suicide prevention efforts for those with schizophrenia should focus on young adults, researchers say, after a large study revealed heightened suicide risks in the 18-34 age group. Findings from Columbia...
Netanyahu looks to stop new coalition government with last-minute move
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is hoping to stay in power by trying to persuade right-wing lawmakers to join him so the new coalition to oust him lacks the lawmakers...
Girlfriend of missing Houston boy's father caught on video with bin
The woman charged in the disappearance of a 6-year-old Houston boy, whose body was believed to be found in a motel room, met a man at a Walmart with a...
Dr. Do-little? Trump tears into Fauci after release of emails
Former President Donald Trump pointed to the trove of emails belonging to Dr. Anthony Fauci to demand the scientist answer "questions."
More than 100 LGBTQ candidates compete in Mexican election
It is the largest number of LGBTQ candidates in Mexico’s history, according to Carla Humphrey, an official with the National Electoral Institute.
Mystery of huge skull found on NJ beach has been solved
Local authorities challenged Twitter to name the animal with this prehistoric-looking body part, prompting social-media biologists to label it everything from a "pelican" to a "pterodactyl."
Drought ravages California's reservoirs ahead of hot summer
The state’s more than 1,500 reservoirs are 50 percent lower than they should be this time of year.
Game, set, snacks: Naomi Osaka makes grocery run after French Open fiasco
Tennis star Naomi Osaka, who abruptly withdrew from the French Open amid a battle with depression and anxiety, stepped out Wednesday for a trip to a Los Angeles supermarket.
The one player who can provide happy ending to sad Naomi Osaka saga
Almost two years later, the roles are nearly reversed.
Inside Logan Paul's swanky $13M Puerto Rico mansion
Paul is paying an estimated $55,000 per month for the fully furnished home in Puerto Rico.
Stock up on Supergoop! SPF products during their 20% off sitewide sale
Stock up on your SPF must-haves during the Supergoop! Friends & Family Sale — 20% off sitewide.
Ricky Martin says awkward interview with Barbara Walters left him with PTSD
The singer told People magazine for their Pride month cover story that a 2000 interview in which Barbara Walters pushed the Latin crooner to come out with his sexuality left...
US announces global vaccine sharing program — as 12 states reach shot goal
The White House on Thursday announced plans for a global vaccine sharing program that will ship out 80 million doses by the end of June.
Egyptian man arrested for tying up son, covering him in honey to lure bees
An Egyptian man has been arrested for reportedly punishing his 7-year-old son for stealing by tying him to a wooden pole and smearing him with honey to attract bees and...
Enron's Skilling reportedly taps McKinsey cohorts for energy invest biz
Former Enron CEO Jeffrey Skilling's stealth energy investment venture has launched, two people familiar with the matter said this week, staffed with former McKinsey & Co. consultants like himself and offering...
Cowabunga! NJ surfer doesn't let ferry boat's wake go to waste
A pro surfer caught a gnarly wave in the wake of a massive ferry boat and rode it for two full minutes — dazzling passengers, wild video shows.
OnlyFans star, 20, suffers heart attack from 'dry scooping' TikTok challenge
Stripper and OnlyFans star Briatney Portillo, 20, suffered a heart attack after attempting the popular "dry scooping" TikTok challenge with undiluted pre-work energy powder.
NYC bus driver assaulted for telling teen to wear mask
The incident unfolded at Flushing Avenue and Broadway when the mask-free 18-year-old boarded the back of the B46 bus, cops said.
Brazilians bang pots in protest as COVID claims another 2,500 lives
On Saturday, thousands participated in protests in at least 16 cities across the country, which were organized by leftist political parties, unions and student associations.
Coach K's Duke retirement tour is off to a bizarre start
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski's press conference announcing next year will be his last season with the Blue Devils started with “Everytime We Touch” by Cascada blasting.
Black-owned Soho gallery vandalized — again
The Black Wall Street Gallery was first vandalized sometime Sunday night into Monday.
Harry Potter fans wait hours in the rain for NYC store opening
Despite being a wet afternoon in New York City, hundreds of Harry Potterheads who could use a little magic right now stood on line for the grand opening of Harry...
NJ deli valued at $100M is shell company in 'reverse-merger' scheme: report
Hometown International is in fact a shell company that's part of a complex, international reverse-merger plan, according to a report.
Robinhood rival crypto exchange Kraken launches new app
Kraken, a cryptocurrency exchange with a reported $20 billion valuation, is launching a new trading app -- but don't expect digital confetti showers when you use it to buy Bitcoin....
Giants strike deal with first-round pick before minicamp
Toney and the Giants agreed to terms on a four-year, $13.7 million contract with a team option for a fifth year.
Uighur exiles describe forced abortions, torture in Xinjiang
They spoke to The Associated Press of their experiences before testifying by video link to the independent UK tribunal, which is expected to draw dozens of witnesses when it opens...
Insta-slammed: Model mocked after pretending to fly business class
Oceane El Himer, an Instagram influencer from from Bordeaux, France has reportedly been exposed as a business class fraudster on an Emirates flight.
'Throuple' pol ordered to pay $220K in legal fees after 'revenge porn' lawsuit
Katie Hill has reportedly been ordered to pay about $220,000 in attorneys’ fees after losing her lawsuit against media outlets that printed her naked photos, according to a report.
Whale of a find: Fishing crew's carcass catch could net them $1.5M
A fishing crew working off the coast of Yemen caught a chunk of whale vomit netting in an estimated $1.5 million catch.
Military leaders wary of changes in sexual assault policy
In memos, service leaders have laid out concerns about the growing push to shift prosecution decisions on sexual assault and possibly other major crimes to independent judge advocates.
California task force holds first meeting to study reparations for slave descendants
A California task force to study reparations for Black Americans who descended from slaves held its first meeting Tuesday, launching a two-year process that organizers hope will compensate for the federal government’s...
10-year-old boy found sobbing alone at US border reunited with mom
The 10-year-old Nicaraguan boy who was seen on heartbreaking video sobbing at the US border earlier this year was reunited with his mom — and is smiling in new photos.
'GMB' ratings plunge to record low following Piers Morgan's exit
A whopping 1.29 million viewers saw Morgan, 56, leave the set after clashing with fellow panelist Alex Beresford over his repeated criticism of Meghan and Harry's "Oprah" appearance. Since then,...
Digging for China: Fauci defends Communist nation in interviews, calls lab leak 'far-fetched'
Dr. Anthony Fauci rushed to China's defense in two separate interviews -- claiming the theory that COVID-19 leaked from a Wuhan laboratory is "far out."
Girlfriend posts worrisome video of unhinged tennis flameout destroying laptop
Bernard Tomic’s girlfriend shared concerning footage of the Australian tennis star appearing to destroy a laptop. Social media influencer Vanessa Sierra uploaded a video to Instagram on Wednesday which showed...
Andrew Yang's trolling of de Blasio at Park Slope Y backfires horribly
Andrew Yang's attempt at trolling Bill de Blasio backfired Thursday, when the City Hall contender was chased away from the mayor's gym in Park Slope by left-wing protesters before he...
Aaron Rodgers won't love what Bucs coach put Tom Brady up to
After leading the Buccaneers to the Super Bowl, Tom Brady was consulted with personnel decisions such as Tampa Bay drafting a quarterback and which receivers he liked in the draft....
Union turmoil erupts at Daily News owner as hedge fund pushes buyouts
Tribune Publishing is asking all of its full-time editorial staffers to consider voluntary buyouts at all nine major metro dailies in the chain, which is now controlled by the cost-slashing...
George P. Bush running for Texas attorney general
Bush is the son of former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush and the grandson of former President George H.W. Bush.
Science chief wants next pandemic vaccine ready in 100 days
Lander said President Joe Biden’s elevation of the science post is a symbolic show “that science should have a seat at the table” but also allows him to have higher-level...
Stall art: De Blasio promises to tackle rise in graffiti — eventually
Mayor Bill de Blasio on Thursday promised his pricey new clean-up crew will tackle the city's graffiti problem highlighted by The Post's front page story on the vandalism in SoHo.
Shearing time for sheep in Germany’s mountains
The job is not as easy as they make it look: the shearers must wield their tools while keeping under control a wriggling animal weighing up to 220 pounds and...
Germany 'persistently' broke air pollution rules, EU top court rules
Annual premature deaths attributable to NO2 emissions in the EU have more than halved since 2009, but still totalled 54,000 premature deaths in 2018, according to the European Environment Agency.
Logan Paul says he 'finessed' Floyd Mayweather into fight
Logan Paul has the talking part down pat. Sunday, the world will see if he can back up his big words when he meets legendary boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. in...
Vanessa Bryant livid over Nike sneakers honoring daughter leaking
Not even Vanessa Bryant has a pair of leaked shoes she designed honoring her late daughter and husband.
Yankees set for first duel with scandal-scarred Red Sox manager
Alex Cora will make his first return to The Bronx since his role in the scandal as Astros bench coach came to light.
Kristaps Porzingis has been Mavericks' maddening playoff enigma
It's been an up-and-down NBA playoffs for Kristaps Porzingis.
MTA supervisors failed to check on no-show track inspectors, IG says
Track supervisors had no way to verify whether inspections were conducted and were not expected to do on-site checks, MTA Inspector General Carolyn Pokorny said.
Houston mom shot son while aiming at escaped puppy: cops
Angelia Mia Vargas is facing one count of deadly conduct-discharge of a firearm in the incident.
NY college student cops plea deal for community service in rape case
Anthony Pennachio, 19, who is a student at Mount St. Mary College, was arrested in March on first-degree rape charges at the campus, according to police.
Republican leaders to summit with Trump over conservative agenda
Republican Study Committee Chairman Jim Banks and other members of the largest Republican caucus’ leadership will hold a summit with former President Donald Trump in New Jersey next week.
Cannes 2021 lineup: Adam Driver, Timothée Chalamet, Sean Penn, more
The in-person, summertime event aims to make a stirring return in July after being canceled last year because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Is Hunter becoming the prey? DOJ reportedly probing lobbying firm tied to Biden's son
A consulting firm linked to Hunter Biden that did work for Burisma is under investigation by the Justice Department, according to a report on Thursday.
California churches win $2M in legal fees in COVID closure lawsuits
The state of California has agreed that any restrictions it orders for church gatherings won't be greater than those it imposes on retail businesses.
Twitter launching subscription service that will let users edit tweets
Twitter on Thursday said it will roll out a new subscription service -- initially in Australia and Canada -- which will let paying users edit their tweets before posting and...
All dolled up: 3 home décor musts inspired by Barbie's Dream House
Furniture-selling companies are toying with us — and we like it.
Amazon changing policy for police requests of Ring doorbell videos amid privacy outcry
Amazon will start requiring law enforcement to publicly request videos captured by its Ring doorbell security system amid growing criticism of its video-sharing agreements with police departments.
Riverside Drive home of 'Munsters' star Beverley Owen asks $500,000
It's not exactly a Marilyn mansion, but still worth its weight in ghouled. The late actress' former Upper West Side home has hit the market for $495,000.
Hotelier André Balazs sells Soho spread for $10.3M
The celeb hotelier just sold this wild Soho apartment -- with a massive walk-in closet the size of a Madison Ave. boutique -- for $10.35 million.
Sister twist: DNA test result shocks woman hoping to learn more about family
The pair got to talking and realized that, in addition to looking nearly identical, they had astoundingly similar interests: Both love Stephen King, Halloween, hiking trails, sell pet portraits online,...
Why Yankees suddenly have some 'optimism' about key pitcher's injury
The Yankees right-hander could begin a throwing program soon.
Yankees' Rougned Odor moves into French Montana's old NYC penthouse
Mi 'Cassa' es su casa for this Bronx ballplayer, once lived in by rapper French Montana.
World’s tallest condo tower sells $39M unit, taps celeb designer
Tall order: A buyer who obviously isn't acrophobic closed on a 93rd-floor Central Park Tower unit.
Shocking video shows teen set woman's hair on fire on bus
The horrifying footage, released by San Francisco police, shows the cruel teen holding up a lighter to the back of the woman's hair for several seconds.
Flatiron co-op covered in the signatures of rock ‘ n' roll royalty asks $2.8M
Heart-shaped bought: A lucky bidder landed a Flatiron loft in bloom with a Kurt Cobain-signed central column.
Palantir CEO raked in $1.1B in 2020, among highest executive pay in history
Palantir paid CEO Alex Karp $798 million in options, $296 million in restricted stock and $1.1 million in salary, the company’s proxy statement said.
Kate Winslet closes on Chelsea duplex sale well under $5.7M ask
Kate Winslet — who is killing it on HBO’s "Mare of Easttown," while proving that authentic sex appeal is sexier than airbrushing — has closed on the sale of her Chelsea duplex...
The NFT bubble is popping, with sales reportedly dropping 90 percent
The NFT craze appears to be fading fast, with sales collapsing by nearly 90 percent over the past month, according to new data. The market for so-called "non-fungible tokens" --...
Private-sector hiring surges as nearly a million workers hired in May
Private sector hiring picked up at its fastest pace in almost a year last month as companies hired almost 980,000 workers, according to a report published Thursday by payroll processing...
Decomposing body of 79-year-old woman found partially eaten by her cats
Clara Ines Tobón, a Colombian national who had lived alone since 1996, is believed to have been eaten by at least five of her seven felines.
Knicks have to re-evaluate everything after bombing in playoffs
The Knicks didn’t look like they belonged on the same court as the Hawks.
Packers coach's words can't hide sad Aaron Rodgers reality
When asked about the team's mandatory minicamp, which begins next week, LaFleur tried to appear optimistic about Rodgers' situation.
Prosecutors seek 30-year prison sentence for Derek Chauvin
Prosecutors are seeking a 30-year prison sentence for Derek Chauvin, while his defense wants him released on probation, according to new court documents.
Massachusetts' Cape Cod great white shark detections on the rise
The population of Atlantic great white sharks has reportedly expanded along Massachusetts' Cape Cod peninsula.
Kathryn Garcia claims ignorance about unequal pay charge -- despite evidence to contrary
Mayoral wannabe Kathryn Garcia claimed she didn't know about unequal pay allegations made by 13 former agency workers -- even though their salary complaints date back to 2017.
US seeks freedom for 2 American journalists in Myanmar
A US State Department official called on Wednesday for the immediate release of two American journalists who were arrested by Myanmar’s military junta.
Biden to meet Queen Elizabeth at Windsor Castle next weekend
Joe Biden and the first lady, the palace said in a statement, will be welcomed by her royal highness on Sunday, June 13, the final day of his visit to...
13-year-old dies of food allergy after eating dessert at cheer banquet
Reese Langer, a 13-year-old Idaho girl has died after experiencing a severe allergic reaction to a dessert that she ate at a cheerleading banquet, her family said.
Guy pretending to be Superman finds his kryptonite while trying to stop bus
"It's a stunt I always do, but this time, it almost turned into an accident," said Man of Steel clone Luiz Ribeiro de Andrade.
Amazon's big-name NFL booth pursuit could change everything
The courting has already begun with NBC an active part of the discussions.
Golf icon: I was offered $1 million bribe to tank British Open
John Daly said he was approached during the 1995 British Open with a $1 million offer to tank the tournament.
Kathryn Garcia has 'no idea' what happened to $1B for ThriveNYC
Mayoral hopeful Kathryn Garcia said Thursday she has no clue how Mayor de Blasio's wife Chirlane McCray spent $1 billion on her mental illness project ThriveNYC -- with so little...
Yang rips de Blasio for 'irresponsible' spending — but offers no alternative
"I think it's irresponsible what Bill de Blasio is doing with our budget. He's setting us up to fail," Andrew Yang said on "Morning Joe," when asked about his preferred...
Avengers Campus ready for web-slinging action at Disneyland on Friday
Marvel stars Anthony Mackie ("The Falcon and the Winter Soldier"), Paul Rudd ("Ant-Man") and Jon Favreau ("Iron Man") were among the stars on hand for the splashy sneak peek.
Sauce of the traffic: Tomato spill causes bloody red mess on highway
The cartoonish incident au-tomato-cally sparked a slew of corny food puns on social media, many worthy of rotten tomatoes themselves.
Man strikes 5-year-old boy 'at a high rate of speed,' then flees: cops
A man slammed into a 5-year-old boy with a dirt bike in a Bronx park -- and then callously ran off after the incident, cops said. The boy was inside...
NASA aims for 2 new missions to Venus to learn about ‘lost habitable’ world
The two voyages are expected to take place at the end of the decade.
Inmate: Socialite arrested in Belize smiled when called 'first lady here to kill a cop'
An inmate who was locked up in a Belize jail cell adjacent to Jasmine Hartin reportedly claimed the socialite smiled at him when he congratulated her for being the “first...
'A pain you can’t describe': Alabama teen slain nearly 12 years after his father
Desmon Antwuan McGuire, 17, was shot in the back as he tried to flee from a gunman in a vehicle in Birmingham -- some 11 years and 9 months after...
The best summer clothes any man would love from Saks Fifth Avenue
Looking for new summer clothes? Saks Fifth Avenue has great warm-weather clothes for men including brands like Burberry, Coach and more.
NHL player stretchered off ice after 'disgusting' hit
Mark Scheifele delivered one of the dirtier hits you'll see in an NHL game.
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AMC files to sell 11.5M shares— warns investors they may lose money
Cinema chain AMC Entertainment announced Thursday that it plans to sell 11.5 million new shares amid a roller-coaster rally that's sent its stock soaring.
Reggie Miller trolls Spike Lee in return of Knicks villain
Spike Lee's dedication to the Knicks is in question. With under four minutes left in the Knicks' 103-89 Game 5 elimination loss to Atlanta, the diehard fan appeared to exit...
High school valedictorian goes off-script in graduation speech, blasts Texas 'heartbeat bill'
“It feels wrong to talk about anything but what is currently affecting me and millions of other women in this state,” Paxton Smith, valedictorian of Lake Highlands High School, told...
All signs point to Red Sox in this key AL showdown
Martin Perez will lead the Red Sox to victory over the Astros on Thursday.
Obama: Biden is 'finishing the job' of my presidency
Former President Barack Obama believes President Biden is "finishing the job" of his administration, he revealed in a new interview with "The Ezra Klein Show."
Forget hamburgers or hot dogs: Lizzo samples TikTok's new gross mustard trend
The flute extraordinaire was none too impressed after trying the latest social-media craze, which involves eating a watermelon slice slathered in French's mustard.
Will run of Overs continue in the NBA playoffs?
The top defensive teams are likely to stay alive in the NBA playoffs, which means the run of Overs could be ending soon.
Here’s Why New York-Based Artists & Fleas Is Going Touch-Free
Artists & Fleas is now partnering with PayPal to help its sellers offer a touch-free payment solution so customers can feel safe and secure when shopping.
'Perfect storm' collision causes heated MLB confrontation
A scary collision on the field led to a heated confrontation off of it. Padres outfielder Tommy Pham and shortstop Ha-Seong Kim ran directly into each other chasing down a...
Vet's mic cut off as he spoke of role freed slaves played in Memorial Day origins
A US Army veteran’s microphone was cut off during a Memorial Day event as he discussed the role freed black slaves played in the holiday’s origins.
City council candidate assaulted outside Borough Park home
Heshy Tischler was sitting in his car waiting to pick up his granddaughter on 43rd Street near 17th Avenue when a man stepped out of a gray sedan and threatened...
The USFL is officially back
The USFL is back. The USFL announced Thursday it will begin a new spring league in 2022 with Fox Sports as its television partner. The league will have the rights...
Billionaire paid for Belize cops' gym just before daughter-in-law’s shooting bust: report
British billionaire Lord Michael Ashcroft reportedly paid for a police gym and jail on the island.
Another top women's player abruptly withdraws from French Open
PARIS — Top-ranked Ash Barty was forced to retire from her second-round match at the French Open on Thursday because of an injury. The 2019 champion trailed 6-1, 2-2 when...
New jobless claims fall below 400K for first time since start of pandemic
The number of Americans seeking new unemployment benefits dropped below 400,000 for the first time since March of last year — marking a new low pandemic low, the feds said.
Minneapolis workers appear to be partially clearing George Floyd Square
Dozens of clean-up crew members were at the now-notorious area known as George Floyd Square with videos showing them removing large items around the memorial, KSTP said.
Fauci finally admits COVID-19 may have come from a 'lab leak' after his emails exposed
Dr. Anthony Fauci rejected claims that he was warned last January that the coronavirus could have been "engineered," instead blaming the reports on critics who "resent" him.
'Antifa tried to kill me again,' alleges author who exposed left-wing militants
An author who recently published a book exposing Antifa said he was beaten and chased by the left-wing militant group while covering ongoing protests in Portland, Oregon.
Bet against this struggling NL East team
Take Patrick Corbin and the Nationals over the Braves on Thursday.
Google reassigns diversity chief after inflammatory blog post
Google is removing Kamau Bobb from his post -- but keeping him in the company -- after a 2007 blog post surfaced in which he wrote that Jews have “an...
Slain Belize cop told pal he'd take identity of his date 'to my grave'
San Pedro Superintendent Henry Jemmott, 42, also had boasted he was staying for free at the Grand Colony Villas, a resort run by Jasmine Hartin’s longtime partner, Andrew Ashcroft.
New giant panda research center opens to the public in China
China's third giant panda research center, The Qinling Research Center of Giant Panda Breeding, has opened to the public in northwest Shaanxi Province. There are only 345 giant pandas left...
Knicks' young gun still talking titles after prediction falls flat
RJ Barrett’s guarantee for a Game 5 victory didn’t exactly pan out the way he hoped but the ever-confident second-year swingman predicted many additional playoff runs and a future title....
Yankees' baserunning problem isn't going away
Gio Urshela and Gleyber Torres were the latest Yankees to commit a baserunning blunder which has been all to common this weekend.
Scooter suspects kick cyclist off bike in Upper Manhattan
A 63-year-old cyclist went to the hospital following a blindsided attack where two suspects riding a scooter kicked the man off his bike in Manhattan.
Man fatally shot on Queens sidewalk
The victim was shot in the head on 108th Street near Van Doren Street in Corona at about 5 p.m., according to cops.
Knicks veteran's future unclear after grueling playoff
Derrick Rose finally appeared to run out of gas Wednesday night.
Sen. Paul: Fauci emails prove he knew of Wuhan gain-of-function research
Sen. Rand Paul said in an interview with Fox News that the recently revealed emails regarding Dr. Anthony Fauci paint the official in a "disturbing" light.
Teen shot dead hours after high school graduation
Kennedy Hobbs had just graduated from Murrah High School in Mississippi before she was gunned down at a gas station while police have not released any possible motives behind the...
The Knicks don't deserve your anger
These New York Knicks were easy to fall for during the regular season, when they finished 41-31 after the oddsmakers had them losing 50 games. That's why you can't be...
Flipping Fauci: Emails show he constantly changed mind on wearing masks to fight COVID
Fauci's stance on masks has evolved as the COVID-19 pandemic raged on. However, the initial emails suggest that Fauci was initially against wearing masks for day to day life.
Joseph Sikora talks to Jalen Rose about basing his 'Power' character Tommy on 50 Cent
If Dave Chappelle's famous sketch, "The Racial Draft" was being done today, and I was representing African-Americans, I'd proudly select my next "Renaissance Man" guest in the first round. Actor...
Hawks star takes a bow in bitter Knicks scene
Trae Young deserved to take a bow — and did — after his 36-point performance propelled the Hawks to a series-ending win over the Knicks on Wednesday night at the...