June 10, 2021

Dartmouth drops charges against med students accused of cheating online

Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine Dean Duane Compton said the dismissal of charges is the "best path forward" after a group of students were accused of cheating during online exams.

Senators announce tentative deal on infrastructure bill framework

A bipartisan group of 10 senators announced Thursday they had reached agreement on the framework of a proposed infrastructure package.

Rams coach isn't hiding his Jared Goff misery

Coach Sean McVay said he's a happier, better head coach after the Rams' high-profile quarterback change in March.

Star MLB pitcher likely to face scrutiny after viral video

Jacob deGrom’s movements between pitches Friday might be scrutinized more than usual, after a video went viral in recent days of the Mets right-hander going to his belt before a...

Gunman identified in Florida Publix shooting

Timothy J. Wall was identified as the shooter who gunned down a woman and her grandson at a Publix grocery store in Florida, according to a CBS report.

Biden opens European tour with slap at Brits

President Joe Biden is channeling his inner Clark Griswold on his trip to England for the G-7 summit. Too bad it’s his own nation he’s lampooning, writes Dominic Green of...

Reputed mobster learns his fate for attacking hubby of ex-'Real Housewife'

A reputed Mafioso was sentenced on Thursday to two-and-a-half years behind bars for assaulting the husband of former “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Dina Manzo.

Giants' other 2019 draft pick has a lot to prove

While all eyes look to Daniel Jones coming into his third season, there is another 2019 Giants draft pick who has a lot to prove.

CDC looking into reports of heart inflammation in young males after COVID shot

The CDC's COVID-19 vaccine advisory committee will have an emergency meeting to look into the rare side effects among young men.

Federal judge won't force MLB All-Star Game to return to Georgia

A Manhattan judge on Thursday rejected an attempt to force Major League Baseball to return next month’s All-Star Game to Atlanta.

Russell Wilson finally addresses Seahawks trade speculation

Seahawks QB Russell Wilson insisted his relationship with coach Pete Carroll and GM John Schneider has been strengthened after months of uncertainty.

Nets aren't going to run away with this series

The Bucks just reminded the Nets that it takes seven games to win a series.

Trump meets Republican Study Committee leaders to discuss policy agenda, path to majority

Republican Study Committee Chairman Jim Banks and members of the conservative caucus’ leadership team huddled with former President Trump to discuss their policy agenda and path to the majority in...

'We need more body bags': Texas rep paints grim picture of border deaths

Rep. Tony Gonzales said there has been a rising death toll among migrants crossing the border and added that the Biden administration has done little to combat the crisis. 

5 arrested in Memorial Day shooting that killed toddler, two others

Five people were arrested this week in connection to a Memorial Day shooting that left three dead, including a toddler, outside of a Louisiana apartment complex, a report said.

NYC mayoral candidates tackle surging crime, quality-of-life issues in debate

Scott Stringer, Kathryn Garcia, Andrew Yang, Maya Wiley and Eric Adams took to another NYC mayoral debate and went back and forth on some pressing topics.

Veteran running back is everything Jets 'covet'

Tevin Coleman still is a decade younger than Frank Gore, the Jets’ leading rusher last season.

Giants make adjustment to training camp schedule

The Giants will be working with the Browns and Patriots after training camp opens up July 27.

Far-left rep claims Manchin 'dooming our democracy' by opposing HR1

There's some disagreements on the Democratic side. Rep. Mondaire Jones called out Sen. Joe Manchin for not fully supporting the voting rights proposal known as H.R. 1.

NYC mayoral debate: Eric Adams only Democrat with quality of life concerns about legalized pot

Eric Adams was the only Democratic mayoral candidate at the debate who expressed reservations about the impact on New Yorkers' quality of life amid a new state law legalizing recreational...

Trump post-White House rep Jason Miller to join tech start-up as CEO

Former Trump campaign strategist Jason Miller is stepping back from his post-White House spokesman role to take over as the CEO of a tech start-up, a source told the Post...

Sports has cooked up another mindless promotion

Welcome to another mindless misadventure in sports’ only soap opera, “As the World Burns.”

NYC's hottest new attraction is a bus lodged into a Brooklyn brownstone

The MTA bus that became lodged inside a Brooklyn brownstone following a crash earlier this week has developed into an oddball attraction for scores of gawkers.

Jets' new pass rusher wants to reach 'otherworldly' level

Carl Lawson, a free-agent pass rusher the Jets signed, cannot so much as reach for a cold drink without thinking about sacking the quarterback.

Why Giants leader already loves this team

For Big Blue, a second year under brainiac defensive coordinator Patrick Graham means it is time to show up.

Legislative session wraps up, lawmakers approve criminal justice and impeachment fund bills

Albany state lawmakers passed a slew of measures including one that would convert vacant hotels and office buildings into affordable housing and were busy tweaking criminal justice reforms late Thursday.

Yang on rapport with Gov. Cuomo: 'I worked with his brother at CNN'

New York City mayoral hopeful Andrew Yang on Thursday said he would mesh well with Albany if elected -- because he's buddies with the governor's younger brother, CNN host Chris...

Passengers test positive for COVID on fully-vaxxed Royal Caribbean cruise

Two people on a fully-vaccinated cruise ship tested positive for COVID-19, Celebrity Cruises said in a statement.

Mayor hopeful Eric Adams affirms, 'I live in Brooklyn,' as foes pile on in debate

Mayoral race front-runner Eric Adams affirmed, "I live in Brooklyn," as his other four rival candidates took shots at him for supposedly living in New Jersey in a debate Wednesday...

Mike Pence buys $1.9M Indiana home packed with amenities

The former Vice President and his wife Karen, have put their Washington D.C. days behind them and are now living in a $1.93 million Indiana home they purchased last month.

Uber rival and Chinese ride-hailing giant Didi files for IPO

Didi Chuxing, China's biggest ride-hailing firm, on Thursday made public its filing for a US stock market listing, setting the stage for what is expected to be the world's biggest initial...

Mets hit the jackpot with this fill-in outfielder

In Billy McKinney, the Mets, to this point, have hit the jackpot.

Amy Schumer stunned as doppelgänger spotted at truck stop

Comedian Amy Schumer went viral on Twitter after her clone was spotted at a truck stop in Tennessee.

'The Lord Of The Rings' enters the anime universe

New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. Animation are working together to make an anime accompaniment to the notable "Lord of the Rings" films.

Ex-top cop Bratton: NY went too far to aid criminals, long summer head

Former two-time city Police Commissioner Bill Bratton said New York "went too far, too fast" in approving laws aiding criminals and handcuffing cops.

Maya Wiley won’t say if she would let cops keep guns when questioned at mayoral debate

When asked during Wednesday's NYC mayoral debate about how she would handle police, candidate Maya Wiley said she was not prepared to make a call on taking away the NYPD's...

The week in whoppers: Fauci's arrogance, Twitter's double standard and more

From Dr. Fauci to NPR headlines to NYT reporter Mara Gay, The Post Editorial Board tackles plenty around the media landscape from over the last week. 

Eric Adams deserves your vote now more than ever

In the four weeks since we endorsed Democratic mayoral candidate Eric Adams, our confidence that we chose wisely has only grown — and not just because his support in the...

Florida Department of Education bans critical race theory from classrooms

Florida’s Board of Election banned critical race theory in public school classrooms in a unanimous vote on Thursday, despite a polarizing debate on the controversial topic.

Late Subway founder was fresh with women: report

The late Fred DeLuca, known for building Subway Restaurants into the biggest fast-food chain in the world, was a hard-partying boss who pursued store owner's wives and posed half naked...

Why this Islanders-Lightning series will be more intriguing

The return of crowds brings an added level of intrigue to this year's Islanders-Lightning NHL playoff rematch.

Letters to the Editor — June 11, 2021

The Issue: Maya Wiley’s call to reduce NYPD funding, even as she benefits from private security. Brilliant mayoral candidate Maya Wiley declared that, if elected mayor, she will defund the...

How many more innocents must die before bail 'reforms' are fixed?

Keep releasing a teen arrested with a gun out of some misbegotten idea of mercy, and eventually he’ll fire it — potentially taking another life and horribly derailing his own.

$400B in pandemic unemployment fraud: DC can't let it happen again

Up to half of US unemployment benefits over the past year may have gone to fraudsters, a theft that could top $400 billion, reports Axios’ Felix Salmon. Even if the...

This sharpshooter may be luckiest man in the NBA

Sharpshooter Joe Harris has benefited the most playing alongside the Nets' Big 3.

Eric Adams backs up claim of busting mugger while off-duty as NYPD cop

Democratic mayoral frontrunner Eric Adams on Thursday backed up his debate-stage anecdote about breaking up a subway mugging while off-duty as an NYPD cop in 1985, arguing cops should carry...

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says state will build its own border wall

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced plans to build a wall along the state's border with Mexico.

Key addition allowing Giants defense to do what it truly wants

What does the addition of Adoree’ Jackson do for the Giants’ defense?

McConnell blasts AOC over push for far-left infrastructure bill

Sen. Mitch McConnell took a shot at Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez after she urged her own party to stop "playing patty-cake" with Republicans while negotiating the bill.

Goldman workers irked as CEO 'DJ D-Sol' to drop single on eve of return-to-work plan

Goldman insiders have two things to groan about this weekend: Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon's back-to-work plan and his musical alter ego "DJ D-Sol." Solomon, who spins records as a...

Good for MLB's sticky-stuff whistleblower: Sherman

Josh Donaldson said out loud what was being said behind closed doors — the pitcher-hitter combat is being distorted by the use of illegal sticky stuff.

Shoppers detail terrifying Publix shooting as grandma, toddler ID'd as victims

Two of the victims in the shooting at a Florida Publix supermarket were identified as a grandmother and her toddler grandson -- as shoppers detailed the terrifying moment the gunman...

Mets podcast: Bobby Valentine talks mustache game, Luis Rojas

The heart of the Mets in Superman, aka Kevin Pillar, has played an important role.

Here's some proof Jets' blueprint can work

After years of not being in the playoffs, the Jets have at least been at the playoffs this spring.

Trump to Biden: 'Good luck' with Putin meeting, 'don't fall asleep!'

Former President Donald Trump on Thursday wished President Biden luck in his upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin — and also encouraged him to stay awake.

Inside the Kardashians' $6,000-per-night Lake Tahoe finale rental home

The famous family is ending the series far from their homebase in Calabasas, Calif.

Labor leaders back Eric Adams to become NYC's 'blue-collar mayor'

Leaders of The Hotel Trades Council, Service Employees International Union, Local 32BJ and District Council 37 are backing Eric Adams as the mayor who prioritizes the well-being of workers and...

Commander in kicks: Biden goes casual with sneakers and a coke at castle-themed hotel

President Biden and first lady Jill shocked fellow guests at their castle-themed hotel in England when they emerged in sneakers and jeans to have a drink on the hotel patio.

Olivia Rodrigo and other new riot grrrls have their predecessors to thank

Olivia Rodrigo, Willow Smith, and the Linda Lindas are all original in their own right, but how could we not spot the old guard influences in their modern rrriot sound?...

GOP rep says Congressional Black Caucus keeping him out

Rep. Byron Donalds has tried joining the Congressional Black Caucus since he took over his seat this year. The caucus, however, has rebuffed his efforts.

'Timewasters' creator: 'You rarely see black people in period pieces'

It’s about time.  Daniel Lawrence Taylor, the British creator/star of time-travel romp “Timewasters,” was inspired by the fact that most period dramas have homogenous casts.  “One of the important things...

'Useless bunch' of woke academics refusing to teach unless colonial statue removed

More than 150 Oxford University academics are refusing to teach unless a statue of a controversial British colonial leader is removed -- getting them ripped in Parliament as a "useless...

Islanders' owner celebrated Game 6 win mobbed by fans

Jon Ledecky joined the Isles faithful in celebration of the team's Game 6 win over the Bruins.

Hospital worker accused of using dead patient's debit card to buy snacks

A health care worker in the UK has confessed to using a dead patient's debit card to buy snacks from the vending machine -- including just 17 minutes after the...

Iran sends ships to Atlantic Ocean rumored to go to Venezuela

An Iranian destroyer and support vessel are now sailing in the Atlantic Ocean in an unusual mission, Iran’s state TV reported on Thursday -- alarming the U.S. State Department as...

Mainstream media ignores lewd Hunter Biden N-word texts to his lawyer

The news this week that first son Hunter Biden routinely used a racial slur in conversations with his white attorney as recently as early 2019 has been studiously ignored by...

Four shot in Yonkers drive-by that may be gang related

Four people were injured Thursday afternoon in a drive-by shooting in Yonkers that police said is likely gang-related.  Shots rang out at the corner of Elm and Oak streets at...

Not lovin' it: DoorDasher threatens McD's workers who denied him Happy Meals

Not exactly what they would've ordered: A Virginia DoorDash driver allegedly threatened McDonald's employees when he was not allowed to order Happy Meals during breakfast time.

Tim Tebow's NFL comeback takes a turn after flashy start

The Tim Tebow hype has subsided, for now.

New York man drives one-handed to rescue hawk that crashed into MTA bus

A majestic red-tailed hawk collided with an MTA bus this week but was saved when a good Samaritan.

Man robs NYC Chase Bank one day after he's freed in another heist

Double trouble: After getting caught earlier this week for sticking up a bank in Manhattan, suspect Chi Ngo was allegedly back at it again on Thursday.

At least one injured in reported shooting at Georgia mall

Witnesses said the melee began inside a Macy's department store at the mall and spilled out onto the parking lot.

Wild Hamptons prices are pushing renters into these summer hotspots

The number of listings in the Hamptons dropped 40.5% in Q1, the fastest decline on record, according to Douglas Elliman. During the same period, home sales between $1 million and...

TNT brought out a snake and scared the crap out of Charles Barkley

Charles Barkley's fear of snakes was exposed by his own guarantee button.

'I hope to hell you get shot': 'Racist' Uber passenger allegedly threatened black driver

Michael Winterman, 60, threatened Uber driver, Abdelkadre Khamis Ahmat – an immigrant from Chad in central Africa – when Khamis' GPS system stopped working.

Explosions ignite multiple buildings after man's armed clash with cops

An armed man fighting cops barricaded himself inside his Pennsylvania home on Thursday, moments before explosions rang out and ignited a fire that engulfed at least three buildings.

No, 'systemic racism' is not why so many black kids are in foster care

Explaining her plan to improve foster care if elected mayor, Kathryn Garcia said she would begin with “rooting out systemic racism.” She's hardly alone: It's hard to throw a rock...

'It was magical': Isles anthem singer on Game 6 sing-along

Midway through the pregame rendition of the national anthem, singer Nicole Raviv's performance became bigger, thanks to the Coliseum crowd.

What is NYC's ranked-choice voting system and how does it work?

The upcoming mayoral primary is the first election to feature ranked choice voting in New York City.

Kate Hudson is psyched to count sex as a workout

"If anyone needs me, I'm going to be in my bedroom for a good, I'm going to say, hour-twenty. If he can handle it," Kate Hudson said in a social...

Noah's Ark replica faces costly dilemma of biblical proportions

This ark might need a miracle to get back home. A replica of Noah's Ark has been stranded in the United Kingdom for a year and a half and his...

NYC's waterfront is about to get a multibillion-dollar facelift

With an astounding 520 miles of waterfront, NYC's forward-thinking developers and designers are creating ambitious, sustainable waterfront projects that feature natural areas, flood breaks, sea walls, esplanades, parks and piers...

Latest economic figures show Bidenomics is not working

The Biden Administration keeps insisting inflation is “transient,” but there are now real signs inflation is here and possibly for the long haul.

Jill Biden takes beach stroll with Boris Johnson's wife, Carrie

First Lady Jill Biden spent time with Prime Minister Boris Johnson's wife Carrie during a visit to the United Kingdom for the G7 Summit.

Diving deeper into Gerrit Cole's 'sticky' situation

Most people had not heard of Spider Tack before this week. Now, you can't miss it.

Gregory Diaz IV was 'fangirling' when he auditioned for 'In the Heights'

The 16-year-old NYC native loved getting to work with Anthony Ramos and Lin-Manuel Miranda.

ESPN analyst confronts Quavo on TV over song lyric

The NBA champion and Migos member went at it on ESPN's "First Take" on Thursday.

Islanders show just how far away Rangers truly are

Chris Drury faces a massive task in his first offseason as Rangers general manager.

Clover Health CEO made millions overcharging NJ hospital patients, critics say

The latest “meme stock” doesn't sell video games or own a movie-theater chain — it’s a health insurance company whose founders have been accused of slapping hospital patients with exorbitant...

El Salvador's bitcoin push: What does it mean for cryptocurrency?

Here's what the move means for bitcoin as a mainstream currency - and emerging markets such as El Salvador:

Dramatic video shows state trooper flipping pregnant woman's car during chase

Arkansas state trooper Rodney Dunn sent a pregnant woman's SUV flipping during a high-speed highway chase -- with newly released dashcam footage showing how it all happened.

Honeybee can clone itself millions of times, study shows

The Cape honeybee, a South African subspecies, can produce millions of genetically identical clones over decades, according to newly published research.

Yale isn't America's only top institution facing a meltdown

Yale University appears to be in the midst of a meltdown. You may find that irrelevant, or even amusing, but you shouldn’t. Because Yale’s sad condition, unfortunately, is common to...

Protesters at Hunter College hijack Zoom with 'anti-Semitic' rhetoric: students

A group of pro-Palestinian students allegedly hijacked a Zoom lecture at Hunter College to make anti-Semitic comments.

Jeffrey Toobin back on CNN after masturbating during work Zoom call

Jeffrey Toobin returned to CNN and admitted that masturbating during a Zoom call -- which got him fired from the New Yorker and suspended from the network -- was “deeply...

Why do some people get side effects after COVID vaccines?

Some people have side effects like a headaches and fever after receiving their COVID-19 vaccine. 

The sliding-doors moment that saved the Nets' season – and ruined the Knicks

The butterfly in Milwaukee turned two basketball seasons upside down in New York City.

North Carolina ban on Down syndrome abortions goes to governor

North Carolina senators approved a bill on Thursday to bar women from getting abortions on the basis of race, sex or a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome.

The Hamptons publishing scene is booming

The pandemic may have made the Hamptons more popular than ever, but it clobbered the beach enclave's publishing scene last year with many mags forced to skip the traditional Memorial...

OMAR-A-CULPA: Rep. Omar issues 'clarification' after equating US, Israel to Taliban, Hamas

Rep. Ilhan Omar issued a mea culpa to "clarify" remarks comparing the U.S. and Israel to Hamas and the Taliban, following a firestorm of bipartisan criticism.

Buggin' out: Video shows aftermath of car crash caused by rogue cicada

"I made a split-second reaction and just ended up totaling the car," a dejected Vincent Bingham, 20, told The Post.

Robert Durst hospitalized amid California murder trial, lawyer says

Robert Durst's murder trial, which has been ongoing since mid May, was adjourned because of his sudden medical episode behind bars, where he's being held pending the outcome of the...

Hoover Dam reservoir hits record low in another sign of extreme drought

As of 11 p.m. PDT Wednesday the lake surface fell to 1,071.56 feet above sea level, dipping below the previous record low set on July 1, 2016.

Russia's navy kicks off large-scale drills in Pacific ocean

Large-scale drills of Russia's Pacific Fleet began in the central part of the Pacific Ocean, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported on Thursday, June 10. According to the ministry, 20...

12 people hospitalized after bizarre SI pepper spray incident: cops

The two neighbors got into it on the fifth floor of an apartment building on Osgood Avenue near Fairway Avenue around 6 p.m., authorities said.

Biden offers condolences to Queen Elizabeth on late Prince Philip's 100th birthday

Biden made the public comments after a meeting with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

Texas Dem slams Biden-Harris' refusal to take on 'uncomfortable' immigration policies

A House Democrat is blasting President Biden and Vice President Harris for the havoc the illegal immigration crisis is causing in his Texas border district and shying away from "uncomfortable"...

Kid Rock repeats gay slur in response to homophobia backlash

"If Kid Rock using the word f - - - - t offends you, good chance you are one," tweeted the 50-year-old rapper Wednesday.

'KUWTK' finale producer reveals which Kardashian didn't like filming

A "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" producer reveals who loved the spotlight and who didn't like filming the show.

Former Red Sox star adds $395 million wrinkle to Pete Alonso's conspiracy theory

Pete Alonso believes MLB "manipulates" the baseball each year depending on the free-agency class.

Hard to keep up: How the Kardashians, Jenners have changed over the years

As the finale looms, we're trying to keep up with their looks.

Poll finds millions in the US struggle through life with few to trust

Millions of Americans are struggling through life with few people they can trust for personal and professional help, a disconnect that raises a key barrier to recovery from the social,...

Nigeria's president tells youth to 'behave' if they want jobs

President Muhammadu Buhari told young Nigerians on Thursday that they must "behave" in order to attract jobs and investment.

'Wannabe' My Lover- Spice Girls digitally reunite

After leaving fans hanging for years, all five Spices — including perpetual holdout Beckham — have finally reunited to show their unified support for the LGBTQ+ community.

Phillies rookie has an unbelievable start to MLB career

Williams is the first player in franchise history to hit a walk-off home run in his first big-league start.

Americans are seeing the fastest rise in prices since 2008

Across the board, Americans can expect to shell out 5 percent more for goods and services than they would have a year ago, the fastest rise of prices the US...

COVID rules that make no sense — and the politicians who refuse to give up control

Across America, states are casting off the shackles of COVID restrictions and returning to normal. Not a new normal, not a variation on normal, but plain, good old-fashioned normal.

Legislators, students push for K-12 Asian American studies

Some lawmakers, educators and students are working to address gaps in instruction and combat harmful stereotypes by pushing for more Asian American history to be included in K-12 curriculum. 

Sinclair raising $250M for new sports streaming service, sources say

Sinclair Broadcast Group is quietly raising money for a new service to stream Major League Baseball, National Basketball Association and National Hockey League games to fans over the Internet, The...

Student holds 'Rapists don't belong @ graduation' sign during ceremony

"I wanted to show the survivors of sexual violence in the audience that the school allowing perpetrators to walk at graduation was not acceptable."

Star QB ditching Adidas in massive endorsement deal

The Cowboys star quarterback continues to rack up endorsement deals after signing his blockbuster contract with Dallas.

Pandemic shows risk of obesity, and challenge of weight loss

Since the early days of the pandemic, health officials have warned that obesity and related conditions such as diabetes were risk factors for severe COVID-19.

A herd of elephants is trekking across China and just got caught napping

A herd of wild elephants was seen taking a break to spoon while sleeping during an epic 313-mile journey across China that has enthralled the world.

NYPD top cop calls for bail reform in wake of Post exclusive

NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea called The Post's exclusive report on the random, gang-related killing of an innocent man "tragically true" — and blamed the shooting on "bad policies."

Deaths from heart disease and diabetes spiked during the pandemic

Researchers have known that 2020 was the deadliest year in US history, primarily because of COVID-19. But the data released this week showed the biggest increases in the death rates...

'King Pleasure' exhibit to showcase Basquiat's never-before-seen works

"Jean-Michel Basquiat: King Pleasure" will feature over 200 rarely and never-been-seen artworks by the late black artist, who focused on race and inequality.

College linebacker accused of beating man to death over Tinder catfishing

A freshman Virginia Tech linebacker charged with murder told police he fatally beat a man — breaking every bone in his face — for catfishing him on Tinder, prosecutors said....

14 years ago: 'The Sopranos' finale shook the TV world

On June 10, 2007, HBO's "The Sopranos" ended — with an ambiguous series finale that left viewers scratching their heads. Relive the classic cut-to-black TV moment here.

Motorcyclist, 36, killed in Bronx expressway crash: cops

The victim was riding south on the Major Deegan Expressway between exits 48 and 47 around 6:10 a.m. “at an apparent high rate of speed” when he lost control.

Derek Chauvin murder trial cost Minneapolis $2.9M in police overtime

Beefed-up security came with a hefty price tag at the murder trial of ex-Minneapolis cop Derek Chauvin for the death of George Floyd.

NJ man killed on golf course in first fatal lightning strike in US this year

Michael Ward was found unconscious and not breathing about 3:45 p.m. Wednesday near the seventh hole at the Burlington County Country Club in Westampton, NJ.com reported.

Dante's Divine Comedy to float among the stars

Dante, Italy’s greatest poet, divided his monumental Divine Comedy into three parts – Hell, Purgatory and Paradise.

Michael Kay suggests Twins star deserved a ‘broken rib’

Donaldson put himself in the spotlight last week when he called out Gerrit Cole for a dropping spin rate.

EZ fix: Eric Adams' toll records appear to refute NJ claim

Eric Adams' E-ZPass records cast serious doubt on claims that the Brooklyn Borough President and Democratic mayoral frontrunner is a secret New Jerseyan.

Boxing's GWOAT hungry for win in MMA debut

As the headliner against Brittney Elkin for Thursday’s PFL 4 event in Atlantic City, which will air on ESPN2, Shields understands why so many expect big things from her.

NYPD officer who fatally shot Kawaski Trawick should be fired, CCRB says

The fatal shooting on April 14, 2019 unfolded when residents called the cops on Trawick.

From village to conservation forest, Indonesian orangutan finds a new home

As the orangutan habitat diminishes due to land use, conflicts between communities and the great apes have increased.

Two adults, toddler dead after shooter opens fire inside Florida supermarket

A shooter opened fire inside of a Florida Publix supermarket Thursday, leaving two adults and one child dead, authorities said.

Suspect accused of shooting NY trooper caught after massive manhunt

Jason Johnson opened fire on troopers who were carrying out a welfare check shortly after 8:30 p.m. Wednesday in Colesville, about 15 miles northeast of Binghamton.

Ex-Tribune executive Dan Strauss hired to grow TheWrap

The former top digital executive at Tribune Publishing, who left last September, has landed as the chief product officer of TheWrap, a Hollywood online news site.

Animal rights group accuses Andrew Yang of defamation, spreading 'conspiracies'

NYCLASS launched six-figures worth of TV and digital spots Monday targeting Yang’s positions on animal rights, raising taxes on the rich, and the $15 minimum wage.

Loyal dog chases ambulance taking sick owner to hospital

Despite its anguished plea — and those big, puppy eyes — medics could not allow the animal to ride inside due to health policies and hygienic safety.

Yorkie vs. bear: Tiny dog hilariously chases off cub

It was a "tail" of David and Goliath. Watch as a fearless Yorkshire terrier named Bella goes berserk on a black bear in Hibbing, Minnesota. In the wild surveillance video,...

Omar blasts Jewish Dems who she says used 'Islamophobic tropes'

Rep. Ilhan Omar blasted her Jewish Democratic colleagues over their pushback on her remarks comparing the U.S. and Israel to Hamas and the Taliban, accusing them of being "islamophobic."

Mom who survived Mao's China calls critical race theory the US 'version of the Chinese Cultural Revolution'

Xi Van Fleet said critical race theory "should have no place in our schools."

De Blasio declares Eric Adams a 'Brooklynite' amid residency controversy

Mayor Bill de Blasio, who has not endorsed any candidate in the Democratic mayoral primary race, showed his support for frontrunner Eric Adams by definitively calling him a "Brooklynite."

Accused serial killer busted after Rite Aid cashier's nifty GPS work

Keith Gibson, 39, was tracked down by officers about a block away from the drug store where he allegedly pistol-whipped a cashier in Wilmington, Del.

Have Merci! Frenchman gets 4 months in jail for slapping Emmanuel Macron

A court slapped Damien Tarel, 28, an aficionado of medieval swordsmanship and martial arts, with a sentence of 18 months in the slammer, but 14 of those months were suspended,...

GameStop earnings overshadowed by SEC meme stock investigation

GameStop reported better than expected earnings this week — but its stock close down on its disclosure that the Securities and Exchange Commission was investigating its trading practices. The video...

Who is Andrew Spencer? Meet the bogus Brit on 'The Bachelorette'

Andrew actually joins Katie Thurston's season of "The Bachelorette" all the way from Vienna, Austria — and it may have been worth the trip.

Autopsy confirms Andrew Brown Jr. was shot in back of the head

Newly released autopsy results confirm that Andrew Brown Jr. was killed when North Carolina sheriff's deputies opened fire and shot him in the back of the head.

Score a refurbished iPad, MacBook or iMac during this flash sale

Save big on Apple products by taking advantage of this refurbished sale on iPads, MacBooks and more. 

This is the Yankees’ last hope to fix first base crisis

While Luke Voit's imminent return is good news for the Yankees, there’s no denying the continued issues the team is having at first base.

Upgrade your Excel skills to advanced with this $20 training class

Learn all the ins-and-outs of Excel with this Essentials Bundle. 

Singer lists Cary Grant's onetime Los Angeles home for $10.5M

Singer-songwriter/producer Betty Moon — whose latest album, "Cosmicoma" launched on Spotify — has listed her Holmby Hills, Calif., home for $10.45 million. It formerly belonged to Cary Grant.

'Narcos' creator scores deal on $2.7M downtown NYC home

Gangster's paradise: "Narcos" and "Godfather of Harlem" creator Chris Brancato just bought a two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo in West Soho. 

Garbage's Shirley Manson on 25 years in music — and 'protecting' Billie Eilish

Shirley Manson feels protective of "phenomenal talent" Billie Eilish.

Half-baked idea: Why pot smoke is being used on lobsters before they're cooked

They found that the critters' movements had noticeably slowed down, but the blazed crustaceans still didn't take too kindly to being cooked.

El Chapo's wife pleads guilty in drug trafficking case

The wife of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán pleaded guilty Thursday to helping her notorious drug lord hubby run his expansive Sinaloa Cartel.

Pie don't know what you're talking about: De Blasio's bizarre explanation of ranked-choice voting with pizza toppings

The recently playful Mayor Bill de Blasio, who is leaving office at the end of the year, performed a ranked-choice voting tutorial to show New Yorkers how to vote in...

To the top! Penthouse sales are sky-high in NYC again

Gotham penthouse sky pads are having a moment.

'We both married above our station': Biden jokes with Johnson as they set aside Brexit rift

The meeting is Biden's first with a foreign leader abroad since taking office.

Here's how Tiger Woods was almost a part of the US Open

Tiger Woods' comeback nearly took a US Open detour. After a car crash in February that required major leg surgery, Woods' golf future is unclear. However, he had a unique...

NYC's raucous REBNY gala goes virtual on 125th anniversary

Things are very different Thursday as the Real Estate Board of New York celebrates 125 years as an organization — two years longer than the pact that brought together the...

Adams says Yang campaign has been 'trailing' him for 'months' on NJ home

The Yang campaign called Adams' claim he was followed "paranoid."

Teen arrested in tot's abduction faces capital murder charge

Darriynn Brown, 18, who allegedly snatched Cash Gernon from his Dallas bedroom on May 15 as the tot slept next to his twin brother, was initially charged with kidnapping and burglary.

Stunning 'ring of fire' solar eclipse seen over NYC

New Yorkers were pounding the pavement a little earlier than usual on Thursday morning as they took to the streets to spot the first solar eclipse of 2021 -- a...

'Shut up, Karen' masks and other hot Post merch to keep you cool this summer

We're extra, extra — and now you can be, too. Rep your favorite tabloid with official apparel and accessories from our brand new Official New York Post Store.

Watch Islanders fans put on an epic national anthem performance

This rendition of the national anthem will give you chills.

It'll be a blast! July 4 fireworks are back as de Blasio vows 'biggest show yet'

Macy's annual July 4 fireworks display will be back, live, with New Yorkers able to see in person the "biggest show yet," Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Thursday.

China moves rocket to launch pad ahead of sending first crew to space station

The main section of the Tianhe, or Heavenly Harmony, station was launched into orbit on April 29.

Half of pandemic unemployment money reportedly may have been stolen

Criminals were likely able to defraud the government by stealing personal information.

Deshaun Watson wants to play for the Broncos: ex-teammate

We now have a clue of where Deshaun Watson wants to take his next snaps.

Matt Harvey is really tired of pitching like 's--t'

Matt Harvey was authoring a heartwarming redemption story when he arrived at Citi Field on May 12. The 32-year-old Orioles starter received multiple standing ovations from Mets fans, forgiving Harvey's...

Teen dead after being stabbed more than 20 times while skateboarding

A 14-year-old North Dakota girl who was skateboarding at a strip mall was killed in a random attack lasting about 20 minutes in which she was choked, beaten and stabbed...

Biden flew into a diplomatic storm over claims he was to scold UK Prime Minister over Brexit

President Biden's aides are denying that he ordered the scolding of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's government over Northern Ireland policy.

China arrests 1,100 crypto users on money laundering charges

China's crackdown on cryptocurrencies is heating up with a series of arrests that suggest digital currency users can be traced.

WHO warns delta variant taking hold in Europe

During a press briefing on Thursday, WHO’s Dr. Hans Kluge said the variant also known as the delta variant, has shown signs of being able to evade some vaccines.

Firefighters union to endorse Andrew Yang

"I believe in him. i believe that this city needs a fresh face in politics," said Andy Ansbro, the president of the Uniformed Firefighter's Association.

Lean on this UFC fighter for now

VSiN’s MMA expert takes a deep dive into one of the top undercard matches on Saturday’s UFC 263 card in Glendale, Ariz.

Cops kicked, punched teen shoplifter in face, disturbing new video shows

The footage, shot Saturday at the Glendale Galleria mall, shows uniformed and plain-clothed cops viciously pouncing on a 17-year-old teen suspected of theft inside a Dick’s Sporting Goods store.

Next Verzuz battle: Eve and Trina set to 'Blow Ya Mind,' by request

The bout is finally happening after months of online clamoring from fans requesting this specific matchup for the increasingly trending viral music series.

Video shows man shot in butt on Bronx street

Surveillance footage released by police early Thursday shows the suspect walking from the street onto the sidewalk at Prospect Avenue and East 165th Street in Foxhurst minutes before 5 a.m....

Woman doubles down on claim she saw a dinosaur in her backyard

"Maybe I've watched 'Jurassic Park' too many times — but I see a raptor or other small dinosaur."

Baseball fan makes insane catch while holding baby in other arm

What can't moms do? A Padres fan — while holding an infant with her left arm — made arguably the best play of the game in San Diego's 3-1 loss to the...

Beloved monkey with 18M TikTok followers suddenly dies

Fans are in shock after a beloved TikTok monkey with more than 17 million followers passed away unexpectedly Monday following a routine checkup at the dentist.

Woman seriously wounded by crocodile develops life-threatening sepsis: report

A 28-year-old British woman who was gravely injured by a crocodile in Mexico before being rescued by her twin sister has reportedly developed sepsis after her stomach and legs became...

Scorching inflation slams consumers as prices jump most in 12 years

Inflation continued to surge in May, with consumer prices accelerating at the fastest pace in more than 12 years as the economy emerges from the pandemic, the feds said Thursday.

Guatemalan president blames Biden immigration policy for border crisis

President Alejandro Giammattei made the comments in an interview Wednesday with Fox News after his summit with Harris, who visited his Central American nation as part of her first foreign...

Minnesota law firm fired pro-Trump employees after Capitol riot, lawsuit alleges

The wrongful termination suit alleges Wesley Scott was angered by the Capitol riot and sent an email to the firm’s attorneys saying that the “traitors” who stormed the building should...

Bet on former Mets coming up big in this spot

Former Met Zack Wheeler will lead the Phillies past the Braves on Thursday.

Scrutinized quarterback's mindset under the glare of Aaron Rodgers absence

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love says he isn’t letting the uncertainty surrounding teammate Aaron Rodgers change his own offseason approach. But the situation certainly does appear to be impacting...

Swimmer quits Olympic trials in furious Twitter tirade blaming 'perverts'

MELBOURNE — Double Olympic silver medallist Madeline Groves has pulled out of Australia's swimming trials for the Tokyo Games, citing "misogynistic perverts in sport." Groves, who won silver in the 200 meters butterfly...

3.5M workers remain on jobless benefits despite another drop in weekly claims

Nearly 3.5 million Americans are still on traditional state unemployment benefits even as the number of Americans seeking new claims fell again last week to a fresh pandemic low, the...

Why 'In the Heights' lives up to hype

Lin-Manuel Miranda's film is a dazzling ode to NYC and Washington Heights. The “Hamilton” creator’s blissful new movie, based on his Tony Award-winning 2008 musical, is the best film of...

Amputee reportedly stabbed by thugs attempting to steal his dog

Andy Garside, a father of three, was walking his 9-month-old French bulldog Lilo in Hattersley, Greater Manchester, late Tuesday when he noticed two young men walking behind him, MEN Media...

The bet to make in this NL East clash

The Atlanta Braves entered their series with the Phillies having not been above .500 all season long, but they will beat Philadelphia on Thursday.

NYC psychoanalyst calls whiteness incurable 'parasitic like condition'

Dr. Donald Moss is under fire after publishing a report decrying his skin color as a "malignant, parasitic like condition" without a "permanent cure."

Residents of ritzy community plagued by violence seek separate police force

The Buckhead City Committee on Thursday will demand emergency hearings as part of its efforts to become a separate entity from Atlanta, the group’s chairman and CEO Bill White told...

Billionaire space race: Branson may be mulling warp speed effort to beat Bezos to the stars

Virgin Galactic founder Sir Richard Branson is reportedly weighing options on how to launch into space ahead of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' departure date.

Dog impaled with 3-foot branch gets life-saving surgery

This lucky dog survived a freak accident with a tree branch. Watch video of the incredible surgery that saved the life of Molly, an energetic black Lab in Burton-upon-Trent, UK....

Man killed outside NYC hotel, Busta Rhymes later seen nearby

A 25-year-old man was shot dead in front of his twin brother early Thursday outside Manhattan’s high-end Dream Downtown hotel, according to cops and relatives. Byron Morales, of Brooklyn, was...

Yankees star wants sticky stuff out of the game

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton wants sticky substances such as Spider Tack and Pelican Grip out of the game.

Islanders getting another crack at Stanley Cup champs

The Islanders, who lost to the Lightning in the NHL semifinals last season, will get a shot to get redemption against the defending Stanley Cup champions.

This city has become first major US metropolis to fully vax 70%, mayor says

In a statement, Mayor Jenny Durkan said Seattle is the "most vaccinated major city" in America and said over 70 percent of the city's population over 12 years old has...

The new guy? Biden debuts at democracy's most exclusive club

Joe Biden will meet leaders from the Group of Seven like Germany's Angela Merkel and Canada's Justin Trudeau this week in his first time as United States President.

Yankees' slugger is back

Giancarlo Stanton belted two home runs and had five RBIs in the Yankees' 9-6 victory over the Twins on Wednesday night in Minnesota.

Key Mets pitcher's rehab not progressing as hoped

BALTIMORE — Carlos Carrasco’s rehab hasn’t progressed as far as the Mets originally stated. After saying last week that the Mets right-hander had begun throwing bullpen sessions, manager Luis Rojas...

Islanders' new dad has big two-goal night

New father Brock Nelson scored two goals for the Islanders in their series-clinching 6-2 win over the Bruins on Wednesday night at Nassau Coliseum.

Michigan man accused of shooting 6-year-old neighbor retrieving his bike

Ryan Le-Nguyen was arrested and charged with assault with intent to murder after he allegedly shot 6-year-old Coby Daniel, who was retrieving his bike from the suspect's yard in Michigan.

Islanders' playoff run is classic Lou Lamoriello

He is a maestro conducting an orchestra without regard for the flavor of the day or public opinion. He is Lou Lamoriello, on his third life in the NHL, and...

House Democrats knock Omar over tweet equating US, Hamas, Taliban

House Democrats led by Rep. Brad Schneider urged Rep. Ilhan Omar to clarify a social media post where she equated the United States and Israel to Hamas and the Taliban.

Man carjacks elderly woman in Brooklyn and drives off with her dog

A heartless crook forced a 78-year-old woman from her car in Brooklyn and drove off with the victim’s dog still inside, police said.

Michigan woman sickened with rare hantavirus after cleaning up after rodents

A Michigan woman was hospitalized after contracting a deadly rare virus linked to the excrement of rodents. Health officials announced the state’s first case of the Sin Nombre hantavirus Monday,...

25 pounds of cocaine, $350K confiscated in Bronx drug bust

Jose Velez was arraigned on criminal drug sale and possession charges after it was alleged he was a major trafficker out of his Bronx-based apartment.

Chef Kwame Onwuachi dishes to Jalen Rose about learning to cook at 5

His rock star career started with very unglamorous beginnings: child labor in his mom's kitchen. But peeling shrimp and veggies as a tot sparked something special and tasty for chef...