June 16, 2021
Petty squabbles derail final Dem mayoral debate
New York City’s crowded field of Democratic mayoral candidates made their final pitch to voters on Wednesday night during a debate that lacked substance and was repeatedly derailed by petty...
Jets defensive lineman ready to take next big step
Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams is ready to take another leap in his third season.
Steve Nash expects slumping Net will bust out
Joe Harris now has missed 16 of 20 attempts from long distance over the past three games, including a 1-for-7 showing from beyond the arc in the Nets’ 114-108 victory...
76ers suffer epic collapse
PHILADELPHIA — Trae Young ran off the court clapping and yapping toward the few Hawks fans that braved the Philly crowd and stuck around and were rewarded with a comeback...
Nets star will continue gutting it out
James Harden has never won that elusive NBA championship, but he’s pretty sure he knows what it’s going to take — making what seems impossible possible.
Utah lawyer sorry for telling candidate to 'die and go to hell' for interrupting nap
A top Utah prosecutor apologized for telling a local lawmaker to “die and go to hell” after the candidate interrupted the lawyer's afternoon nap.
Islanders' playoff process frustrating fans who aren't renewing season tickets
Four decades later, the Coliseum is once again the Room Where It Happens. And though there is room to accommodate all of the club’s season-ticket holders, the process of buying...
Mets overcome ace's injury for big win
Jacob deGrom’s abbreviated start Wednesday meant extended action for the Mets bullpen, a task it handled with splendor.
Restaurant chain CEO ignores owner Leon Black's link to Jeffrey Epstein in memo
Leon Black happens to be the owner of both family-dining chains through his investment firm, Elysium Management.
Woody Johnson's Jets return 'all about winning'
Jets owner Woody Johnson is back after four years away from the team and promises his struggling franchise is going to turn it around.
Maya Wiley defends performance on broadband, NYCHA WiFi failures
During Wednesday's NYC mayoral debate, Maya Wiley was pressed on the city's previous initiative to expand broadband access. An earlier Post investigation revealed the promise remains incomplete.
Gerrit Cole shows he still can be ace in Yankees' win
Gerrit Cole allowed two runs in eight innings and was boosted by Gary Sanchez's two-run pinch-hit homer in the seventh inning in the Yankees' 3-2 comeback win over the Blue...
Congress passes bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
Congress has passed a bill to make Juneteenth, or June 19, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.
Joe Biden’s a Putin-like polarizer: Devine
In a contest between Vladimir Putin and Joe Biden, there’s no comparison. Anyone in the world who cares about freedom wants to pull for the American president. The problem is...
Three Honolulu officers charged in deadly shooting of teen suspect
Geoffrey HL Thom was charged with second degree murder for the shooting as Zackary K Ah Nee and Christopher Fredeluces each face charges of attempted murder in the second degree.
Agonizing wait for return is 'killing' Yankees slugger
Left knee and right oblique injuries have led to Luke Voit already missing 52 games, but he’s closing in on his return.
What is wrong with these two golf stars?
Rory McIlroy and Dustin Johnson are struggling heading into this US Open which begins Thursday.
Bucks star blames officials for inability to stop Nets
Jrue Holiday couldn't help himself from making several unsolicited referee references when asked about Kevin Durant's huge Game 5 performance.
Trade talks heating up for disgruntled NHL star
Things have been dicey between Jack Eichel and Sabres, who drafted him No. 2-overall in the 2015 NHL Draft, for some time.
Louisiana man arrested 44 years after allegedly killing his wife
Louisiana man Chester Vegas fatally shot his wife in the back 44 years ago in 1977 -- but he was arrested for the murder last week, authorities say.
Graham pans Biden performance at 'disaster' Putin summit
President Biden's meeting with Vladimir Putin was a "disaster" that showed the American leader "has no idea who Putin is," Sen. Lindsey Graham said.
'You don’t speak for black and brown communities,' Morales tells McGuire in debate
Mayoral candidate Dianne Morales told Ray McGuire that he couldn't speak for minority communities in a heated argument over defunding the police.
First patient given controversial new Alzheimer's treatment drug
A Rhode Island man on Wednesday got the first transfusion of a newly approved drug to treat Alzheimer’s -- despite questions over the drug's cost and effectiveness.
Islanders coach: Lines 'left wanting a little bit
Barry Trotz said the Islanders didn't get enough production from all four of his lines in the team's Game 2 loss.
Biden's summit with Putin only made the US seem weaker
President Biden refused a joint news conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin following their first summit Wednesday to avoid a PR disaster. Yet the Moscow strongman still won the day....
Spacesuit problems prevent astronauts from completing job
Spacesuit problems prevented astronauts from completing the installation Wednesday of powerful, new solar panels outside the International Space Station.
You gotta bee kidding me: Dead murder hornet found in Washington state
A "murder hornet" was found dead just north of Seattle -- the first Asian giant hornet spotted in North America this year -- as scientists work to prevent invasive species...
Stringer hits at Yang during mayoral debate: You can’t say ‘Psych beds for all’
In Wednesday night's NYC mayor debate, Andrew Yang discussed his plan to approach mental health in the city. Scott Stringer deemed the response a "non-answer."
A new Jacob deGrom worry emerges in Mets' bummer
Mets ace Jacob deGrom had to exit his start after three innings because of right shoulder soreness.
EMS union to de Blasio: We need a pay raise more than a Canyon of Heroes parade
Mayor Bill de Blasio has called for a parade to honor emergency workers in July. But the head of the FDNY EMS union wants more equitable pay for the essential...
Throwing some shades: Biden gifts Putin a pair of aviators
The president gifted his Russian counterpart with a pair of custom aviator sunglasses during a highly-anticipated one-day summit in Geneva, according to a White House official.
Observing father time
Father’s Day. To honor the person who can’t get into the bathroom, on the phone or out of the house.
Texas Gov. Abbott announces $250M 'down payment' for border wall
Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott formally announced the first step in his plan to build a wall along the state's border with Mexico Wednesday.
Kevin Durant's brilliant Game 5 puts him in rare company
Kevin Durant's other-worldly performance in the Nets' Game 5 list already belongs o the list with these other great New York performances from other NBA legends.
Yankees may start to look completely different: Sherman
The Yankees needed a reset, and the Commissioner’s Office is offering one. By changing enforcement standards on sticky substances with the season already in progress, MLB is providing a forum...
Court halts South Carolina executions over lack of firing squad
Two convicted murderers on death row in South Carolina got a new lease on life Wednesday when the state's high court ruled their upcoming executions would be illegal until firing...
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Zach Wilson's minicamp is over and the reviews are in
As Zach Wilson’s first minicamp came to an end Wednesday afternoon, Michael Carter approached Wilson while the pair left the practice field. The rookie running back had a message for...
'It's frightening': Troubled NYC school told mom to pull her smart son out
Find a better school for your son. That’s the advice defeated teachers at PS 147 in Cambria Heights, Queens, gave to mom Keisha Ellis when she asked about improving the...
Golf star and caddie girlfriend get married before US Open
Golfer Lee Westwood married his caddie, Helen Storey, last week in Las Vegas prior to the US Open.
NFL puts pressure on players to get vaccine
Life is getting closer to normal in the NFL, at least for vaccinated players.
Letters to the Editor — June 17, 2021
The Issue: French President Emmanuel Macron‘s reaction to President Biden’s first G-7 summit. So glad to hear French President Emmanuel Macron is happy with Joe Biden being part of “the...
Wild video shows man clinging to hood of speeding car
Video shows a "terrified" man hanging on for dear life on the hood of a car as it flies down a North Carolina freeway.
Nets won't try Reggie Miller's crazy Kevin Durant-James Harden idea
Have no fear, of course, the Nets don’t appear to be considering such a risky ploy.
'RHOBH' star Erika Jayne downgrades to LA rental after divorce
Amid the release of the salacious Hulu documentary, "The Housewife and the Hustler," which details the "RHOBH" star's legal troubles, many fans have wondered about her current living situation.
Summitry is pointless — Biden came over as secondhand car salesman
The first and last thing to say about summits like the one on Wednesday between President Joe Biden and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, is that they’re nonsense. They’ve always...
'Let us in': Fed-up residents pack NYPD meeting to address Washington Square Park chaos
The NYPD’s 6th Precinct called the meeting about Washington Square Park as Greenwich Village locals have been displeased with the recent revelry past city curfews.
Slimmed-down Kim Jong Un warns of 'tense' food situation in North Korea
North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has warned of potential food shortages in the Hermit Kingdom as photos showing his own weight loss are scrutinized by analysts around the world.
'My Name is Bulger' is a tale of two very different brothers
Boston gangster White Bulger's murderous life of crime is chronicled in "My Name Is Bulger" alongside his younger brother, respected Massachusetts politician William Bulger.
NYCHA leaders oppose Kathryn Garcia's mayoral bid over lead paint crisis
Tenant association presidents of six public housing complexes are pleading voters not to rank Kathryn Garcia for mayor — arguing she ignored the city's lead paint crisis when she served...
Studio 54's Ian Schrager relaunches Public Hotel with a new twist
Following Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s announcement that nearly all COVID-19 restrictions were being lifted, mask-less revelers strutted up to the Public Hotel’s bar for the first time since it closed its...
Man who hurled slurs at NYPD cop threatened other officer, video shows
Earlier in June, an unidentified man went on a rant against the NYPD and went as far as to call an Asian police officer a “ch—k." A new video captures...
Second shooter convicted in 2019 Colorado school shooting
A former high school student charged with opening fire on classmates at a Colorado charter school in 2019 has been convicted of all 46 counts against him, including murder.
Thousands of homeless will move out of NYC hotels and into shelters, de Blasio says
The city will soon move thousands of homeless New Yorkers out of dozens of hotels and back into congregate shelters due to "greatly improved" pandemic metrics, Mayor Bill de Blasio...
Bill Bratton: Defund the police? Insane — we need to re-fund them
The next mayor of New York is going to be in big trouble the minute he or she takes office. If not before. Crime as skyrocketed, with no end in...
State pols call for e-scooter hit-and-run penalties after NYC fatality
State lawmakers are calling for stiffer penalties for electric scooter riders who flee crashes in the wake of the June 4 hit-and-run that killed actress Lisa Banes.
Resurfaced Jets owner has final chance to change haunted legacy
Woody Johnson's tenure as Jets owner has had fewer ups than downs.
Supremes’ deserved slap to Biden and other commentary
Legal take: Supremes’ Deserved Slap to Biden The Supreme Court just dealt “a well-deserved and humiliating defeat to the Biden administration,” cheer the Washington Examiner’s editors: The high court unanimously...
'You stabbed me,' boy tells father acting as his own lawyer at double-murder trial
A Florida man on trial for a double homicide turned the proceedings into a circus, as he acted as his own lawyer and cross-examined his 11-year-old son, who responded to...
Adams proves again he's committed to restoring public safety to Gotham
Lest anyone still have doubts, mayoral hopeful Eric Adams proved again Tuesday that he's more focused on the city's top issue, curbing gun violence and public disorder, than any other...
All of Westchester native's dreams can come true at US Open
Cameron Young is about to embark on the sweetest spot of his young career.
Biden ripped for summit performance, letting Putin 'spout Russian propaganda'
Republicans and experts blasted President Biden's performance at his summit meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday -- saying he Putin spew "propaganda" and failed to resolve issues critical...
Turnout has been low during early voting in NYC mayoral primary races
Early voting has not lead to an increased number of people voting in NYC, numbers show. Less than 2 percent of eligible primary voters have cast a ballot thus far...
LaMelo Ball silences doubters with NBA Rookie of the Year nod
LaMelo Ball began his season coming off the bench, but he quickly became a force to be reckoned with and was promoted to starter.
Brother of police murder victim George Floyd backs ex-cop Eric Adams for NYC mayor
Terrence Floyd, the brother of Minneapolis police-murder victim George Floyd, endorsed former NYPD cop Eric Adams for NYC mayor on Wednesday.
Wiley's mayoral rivals slam her 'failure' to deliver NYCHA broadband
Maya Wiley's Democratic mayoral rivals on Wednesday slammed her "failure" to deliver on a $10 million plan to bring broadband internet access to three city public-housing developments.
Makeup guru Jeffree Star lists palatial $20M California mansion
Star listed his 20,000-square-foot Hidden Hills mansion Wednesday, only a year and a half after he purchased it for $14.58 million.
COVID showed state governors can wield far too much unilateral power
Pennsylvania legislators last week officially ended the state's COVID-19 "disaster emergency," which Gov. Tom Wolf repeatedly extended after declaring it 15 months ago. While the immediate practical effect will be...
Cops hunt sicko who molested 10-year-old Manhattan girl
The victim was asleep in her home when the unidentified creep broke into her room and started rubbing his groin on her feet, the NYPD said.
Video captures altercation before fatal shootout at Ohio racetrack
Luis Cuevas was shot dead and four others were wounded at Dragway 42, when a man who caused an argument by driving recklessly in the gravel lot opened fire.
Sorry, Gov. Cuomo — your COVID victory lap won't make us forget your failures
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s right: New Yorkers should celebrate the return to normalcy after 15 months of COVID restrictions.
Hunter Biden called Asians 'yellow' in text exchange with cousin
First son Hunter Biden used the racial slur "yellow" to refer to Asian women in a January 2019 text message to cousin Caroline Biden.
Find out how to score free tickets to see Coldplay in NYC this week
Post-pandemic entertainment is on the rise— starting with chart-topping alternative band Coldplay.
Mavericks GM gone as offseason drama grows
What's going on in Dallas?
LeBron James slams NBA over worsening crisis: 'Didn't wanna listen'
LeBron James is going after the NBA once again.
Former PA gov, first DHS Secretary Tom Ridge suffers stroke
Former Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Ridge, who became the first-ever Secretary of Homeland Security under President George W. Bush, suffered a stroke at his Bethesda, Md. home.
Podcast: A legendary Kevin Durant performance
Kevin Durant is not human.
Inside Broadway's biggest disaster: 'Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark' turns 10
Ten years after the ill-fated “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark” opened on Broadway, Michael Riedel takes a look back at the most expensive — and ill-fated — show in Broadway...
Experts say UK is losing race to adapt to climate change
Britain is losing the race to adapt to the effects of climate change, including worsening heat and floods, a government-appointed panel of experts said on June 16.
Chicago mayor berates staffer over 'office time' in deranged email
A newly released email from Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot dressing down a staffer this year offers a glimpse into the turmoil behind her turnover-plagued administration.
‘The Rock' says he doesn't have 'patience' for politics
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson says he doesn't have the "patience" for politics after a survey released in April found that nearly half of the 30,000 respondents wanted him to run...
Claws of attraction: 'Giant crab orgy' takes over New Jersey beach
Thousands of a horseshoe crabs have arrived at a Garden State beach for their giant orgy, which the ancient creatures have been going to for eons.
Chilling and tragic: How a musician was canceled for speaking out against ... arson
Daniel Elder's career has come to almost a complete standstill. After posting about the escalating violence after George Floyd's death last year, the musician is now being frozen out of...
Thief steals Qatar consul general's car, crashes in Midtown
A man stole and crashed a vehicle in midtown Manhattan that was registered to the consul general of the State of Qatar.
China forces transition of Tibetan life without Dalai Lama's influence
The Associated Press toured Tibet which is now under the influence of Xi Jinping's communist rule after decades of influence from the Dalai Lama.
TikTok star claps back at trolls hating on 'catfish' dentures, makeovers
With more followers come more haters. Alicia, a 36-year-old New York woman known as Princess Glitter Head and Toothless Princess on TikTok, rose to fame for a viral video showcasing...
Adams maintains solid lead in latest mayoral poll as Yang moves back up to 2nd
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams is staying on top of his rivals with a solid 11-point lead in the Democratic primary for NYC mayor, according to a new survey released...
British drivers baffled by bizarre roundabout painted on road
Drivers on the Isle of Man are being baffled by a new roundabout comprised of a series of concentric ovals in the middle of the British Crown dependency's capital of Douglas.
NY's Goodest: Ten very good boys and girls graduate from NYPD K9 training
Ten newly minted NYPD K9s graduated Wednesday from a five-month training program that prepared them for a tough career of sniffing out bombs and keeping the Big Apple safe.
The other side of WWE legend's tragic fall will finally be told
The VICE documentary revolves around the final year of Joanie Laurer’s life.
Golf expert makes his US Open picks
The Post’s Mark Cannizzaro makes his picks for the U.S. Open, which begins Thursday at Torrey Pines in San Diego.
San Francisco cops say viral Walgreens shoplifting incident is par for the course
The Walgreens heist, which happened right in front of a security guard, renewed the debate over a controversial San Francisco law called Proposition 47.
Ex-WNYC reporter sues radio station over plagiarism allegations
Fred Mogul, an 18-year veteran of WNYC who covered healthcare and medicine, filed a defamation and wrongful termination suit on Tuesday.
Daring fisherman helps free tangled great white shark in tense video
A fisherman off the coast of California went viral after he was filmed getting up close and personal with a great white shark to rescue it. Apparently, the large animal...
Close Encounters? Lawmakers say UFOs could pose national security threat
Capitol Hill lawmakers said Wednesday that UFOs could pose a threat to America's security, as they emerged from a briefing with Navy and FBI officials.
Paddleboarder spots moose swimming next to him
It’s always more fun to swim with a friend. A paddleboarder in Colorado recently filmed a unique experience he had while out on the water. Apparently, a local moose decided to take a swim...
Woman found guilty of murdering husband with concoction of scalding water, sugar
Corinna Smith burned her husband's arms and body with a mixture of boiling water with and multiple bags of sugar. A report said Smith had confessed to a neighbor after...
Upstate NY judge resigns over alleged anti-LGBTQ Facebook posts
Kenneth Knutsen will be leaving his positions on July 1 as Town Court Justice and Village Court Associate Justice of Schoharie, according to the Committee on Judicial Conduct.
Pointed toe shoes ruined medieval feet: study
Medieval researchers have found that bunions were as familiar a footwear problem then as they are today, particularly for those who partake in wearing fashionably slim and pointed toe shoes.
Yankees hyped pitching prospect has taken ugly step back
BUFFALO — The Yankees are going to need starting pitching depth and it’s becoming increasingly clear it won’t be coming from Deivi Garcia anytime soon. The 22-year-old right-hander had another...
US car rental prices are surging – and it could get even worse this summer
It's going to be a scorcher of a summer when it comes to car rental prices, The Post has learned. The average daily cost to rent a car in the...
Deontay Wilder goes silent during bizarre press conference
Deontay Wilder left his latest press conference up to mystery.
Home where Charles Manson followers murdered family finally sold
The home where Charles Manson's followers brutally murdered the LaBianca family over five decades ago has finally found a buyer.
Crew members test positive for COVID, delaying Royal Caribbean reboot
“While disappointing, this is the right decision for the health and well-being of our crew and guests,” CEO Michael Bayley said Tuesday on Facebook.
RG3 sparks ESPN-Fox bidding war with all-time audition
Robert Griffin III has emerged as a top target for both ESPN and Fox in football TV free agency. ESPN has upped its offer after Fox showed heavy interest in...
Jada Pinkett Smith celebrates Tupac's birthday with never-before-seen poem
The "Red Table Talk" host described the lost work, entitled "Lost Soulz," as a trip down "memory lane" for her.
Cops to investigate shocking new allegations Epstein, Maxwell abused girls in UK
British police are investigating shocking new accusations that Ghislaine Maxwell and late pedophile Jeffrey Epstein trafficked, groomed and even raped numerous girls in the UK.
ISIS fangirl sentenced to 16 years in prison for NYC bomb plot
An ISIS-obsessed Queens woman who considered Osama Bin Laden a personal hero, was sentenced to more than 16 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to a bomb-making charge nearly...
DOE to extend Title IX protections to LGBTQ students
The interpretation of the ruling is in stark contrast to the Education Department under former President Trump.
This NYC nail artist designed those dazzling claws for 'In The Heights'
Dominican-born Lisset Robles lived with her parents and two siblings in The Bronx’s Mill Brook Houses, practicing her nail art in a small corner of the living room. Now, her...
Google must face shareholder lawsuit claiming it hid security risks
A federal appeals court on Wednesday revived a lawsuit in which shareholders of Google parent Alphabet accused Google of misleading them by concealing security vulnerabilities, including in its Google+ social...
Wisconsin bill forbids requiring proof of COVID vax
It is supported by a Wisconsin group that opposes mandating vaccines and the anti-abortion group Pro-Life Wisconsin.
Biden Land Management nominee 'collaborated with eco-terrorists,' traded testimony for immunity
President Biden's nominee to serve as the head of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) "collaborated with eco-terrorists" in a tree spiking plot before trading her court testimony for legal...
Smoking Joe! Fiery Biden blows up at news conference after Putin meeting
Appearing on edge after a shorter than expected summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, President Biden lashed out at a CNN reporter during a brief news conference on Wednesday.
'I'll destroy you!' McDonald's worker defends herself from attacking customer
Cherysse Cleveland is facing multiple charges following an incident at a McDonald's in Ravenna, Ohio.
Clippers now fearing the worst with Kawhi Leonard injury
Kawhi Leonard's knee injury may be more serious than the Clippers initially thought.
Fed signals two interest rate hikes by 2023 as inflation soars
Federal Reserve officials held interest rates near zero on Wednesday, but sent the Dow tumbling as it signaled two rate hikes by the end of 2023 amid soaring inflation. The Dow...
Toobin and groovin': Disgraced analyst partied with CNN anchors, execs
Jeffrey Toobin partied with his colleagues from CNN after the network welcomed him back with open arms following the Zoom masturbation scandal that got him canned from the New Yorker,...
Tiger Woods returns to LA on crutches four months after horrific car crash
New photos show Woods, accompanied by girlfriend Erica Herman, making his way into an L.A. airport on crutches.
Man accused of trying to sell car with girlfriend's corpse inside
Robert Miquel Johnson, 31, allegedly tried to hawk the vehicle a day before the strangled remains of Pamela Paz were found under a Nashville overpass.
What Brett Favre thinks about Aaron Rodgers' Packers holdout
Brett Favre seemed unconcerned over the situation brewing in Green Bay with Aaron Rodgers
Cannibal who ate mother's remains with his dog gets 15 years
Alberto Sanchez Gomez, 28, or the "Cannibal of Las Ventas,” will also serve an additional five months for desecrating his 68-year-old mother’s corpse.
El Salvador to keep dollar as legal tender, seeks World Bank help with bitcoin
El Salvador will not replace the US dollar with bitcoin as the legal tender, Finance Minister Alejandro Zelaya said Wednesday, as the Central American nation sought technical assistance from the...
Giant Buddhist goddess in Japan gets face mask to pray for end of COVID-19
Workers scaled a giant statue of a Buddhist goddess in Japan on Tuesday to place a custom-made mask on her face, an act meant to be a prayer for the end of the coronavirus pandemic. It took four workers three hours to carry...
Liberal composer canceled over post denouncing arson during George Floyd riots
Daniel Elder, who won the Abbey Road Studios Anthem Competition, has been blackballed by his publisher and choral directors have silenced his music, Reason reported.
Birthday girl whose eyelid was ripped off by Chihuahua vows to sue lash technician
A birthday girl whose eyelid got ripped off by a lash technician's Chihuahua has threatened to sue her for refusing to pay medical bills. Kelsey Salmon says the tech has...
New photos of slimmed-down Kim Jong Un renew speculation about despot's health
Fresh photos of a slimmed-down Kim Jong Un are giving recent rumors about the North Korean despot's health more weight -- as watchers wonder what has caused the sudden change.
Woman threw pepper on mom during hate-fueled rant in Brooklyn pizzeria
A belligerent woman exploded on a mom with her two kids at a Brooklyn pizzeria, telling her to "go back to your country" while dousing her in black pepper, according...
The brutal reason NBA star missed out on $33 million
That's a boatload of money lost. Celtics All-Star Jayson Tatum could've been $33 million richer if he made one of three 2020-21 All-NBA teams, which were announced Tuesday. An All-NBA...
MLB star has reached his 'stabbed at the strip club' breaking point
“I need to talk to MLB,” San Diego Padres outfielder Tommy Pham said. “The vulgarity this year, the gestures, I’ve never seen it at this level."
Sharing is not caring: Man accidentally uses roommate's razor, contracts devastating infection
The infection began innocuously after he used his housemate’s razor to shear off some unsightly stubble on his chin and cheeks.
Subway Series moment has kept ex-Met 'relevant' for 24 years
Wednesday marks the 24th anniversary of Dave Mlicki's shutout against the Yankees, and for the right-hander, now 53, the fun has never stopped.
Putin given free pass to knock US as Biden lets Russian strongman brief reporters alone
The wily former KGB officer took questions at an indoor venue in Geneva, Switzerland.
Disturbing video shows man throwing grenade in wild street fight
Shocking video footage shows a Ukrainian man casually lobbing a grenade during a street fight — injuring five people in the explosion, according to reports and local police.
Bill Belichick gets cryptic when asked about Tom Brady phone call
Bill Belichick is keeping the status of his relationship with Tom Brady under wraps.
Golfers worth a wager at the US Open
If your money's not on Jon Rahm, here are some others who are worth a wager in La Jolla.
US, Russian ambassadors to return to their posts: Putin
American and Russian ambassadors will be resuming their official duties within the next few days, Russian President Vladimir Putin said following his summit meeting with President Biden on Wednesday.
Firefighter responding to car wreck reportedly found daughter, 21, dead
Adrian Smith, a firefighter in the UK was reportedly left devastated when he arrived at the scene of a horrific car accident – where he discovered his 21-year-old daughter dead...
Veteran NBA coach fired after one season in surprise move
The Pelicans are singing bye-bye birdie to Stan Van Gundy. Van Gundy has been fired as New Orleans' head coach after only one season with the team, ESPN reports. This...
Ex-lawmaker shot dead wanted answers in sister's slaying
A former Mississippi state lawmaker who was shot dead may have been killed to stop her from pursuing answers in the slaying of her sister-in-law.
Inside Jennifer Garner's $14M mansion rental
It is unknown how much the "Alias" actress is shelling out for the rental, but the home's monthly rental value is estimated at $53,271.
New Jersey teacher who raped students reportedly faces three new accusers
Nicole Dufault, whose attorney blamed her actions on brain surgery she recently underwent, and the South Orange-Maplewood School District are facing three new lawsuits.
Duo allegedly pummel man in subway station, steal his wallet
The victim was leaving the Euclid Avenue A and C train station at 10:15 a.m. June 9 when one suspect approached him and started up some small talk before socking...
Alphabet's self-driving unit Waymo raises $2.5B in funding round
Alphabet's self-driving unit Waymo said on Wednesday it raised $2.5 billion in its fresh funding round in a year after a string of defections of executives rekindled concerns about the technology struggling...
This is in the running for worst goal ever
Haiti goalkeeper Josue Duverger's own goal took the ominous gaffe to another level.
Principal demoted for using n-word during anti-racism training
The New Haven Board of Education voted 4-3 late Monday to reassign Laura Roblee to an assistant principal in the district for using the N-word.
Deutsche Bank reportedly poised to reap windfall on risky cargo bet
Deutsche Bank’s risky investment in a distressed cargo-shipping company is poised to reap a $1 billion windfall for the scandal-ridden financial giant, according to a report.
These cool robots can sing 'Happy Birthday' and even paint your nails
From sexual companions to COVID-19 nurses, robots are increasingly dominating the human experience.
Commander-in-cheat sheet: Biden spotted with notes at Putin summit
President Joe Biden appeared to be looking at a "cheat sheet" of notes as he met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Switzerland on Wednesday.
Employees of most valuable US startup took pay cuts to work remotely forever
Stripe, an online payments company valued at $95 billion, said in September that workers who moved elsewhere would get a one-time bonus of $20,000 but a permanent salary cut.
Controversial YouTuber makes 'surprising' return after rape scandal
Dobrik is already reviving his controversial Vlog Squad — only three months after rape and sexual assault allegations rocked his $200 million YouTube brand.
Poster boy for MLB cheating crackdown rails against league's 'bulls--t'
The sudden change in policy has Trevor Bauer up in arms.
The Russell Wilson drama appears to have ended with awkward smiles
Looks like there's no more bad blood between Russell Wilson and Pete Carroll. After months of trade rumors surrounding Wilson, the Seahawks quarterback publicly made clear all is well in...
Ease neck pain at home with 42% off the NEXX therapy device
Alleviate your neck tension and pain with the NEXX Neck Therapy device, which is currently on sale for $199.99.
Message in a bottle travels across the Atlantic Ocean
A Portuguese teenager has found a message in a bottle that traveled at least 2,400 miles from a Vermont teenager.
Extend your razor’s life with this razor storage solution
Take proper care of your razor by using the BladeLife Razor Storage Device, keeping your razor blades sharp and functioning properly and hygienically in a simple way.
There's a responsible way to do a no-fly world tour: Cargo ships, trains and $37K
The 80-day trip is billed as a greener, more carbon-footprint-minimizing mode of transportation compared to air travel.
NYPD to crack down on fake license plates amid surge in drive-by shootings
Bogus plates have been connected to 33 shootings and 60 other incidents where shots were fired, according to Chief of Department Rodney Harrison, who added that he believes that's "lowballing"...
Over and out: Biden's high-stakes Putin summit ends early
President Biden's high-stakes summit meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up earlier than anticipated — with American reporters left in the dark.
Unintended rideshare: Peloton hackers can reportedly spy on you
Peloton bikes are vulnerable to malware attacks that could enable creeps to spy on riders through their webcams, according to a report. Software security company McAfee said hackers could potentially...
Glider pilot shoots skyward with help of landspout tornado
Oklahoma City native David Evans was flying in his SunDancer glider on Sunday when he spotted the twister, which forms similarly to waterspouts or dust devils.
Moscow orders mandatory vaccine jabs for many
Russian public health officials ordered businesses and institutions to ensure that 60% of staff get at least one shot.
Feces, raw sewage smell plaguing Ghislaine Maxwell in cell, lawyer claims
The isolation cell Ghislaine Maxwell is being held in at a Brooklyn jail is so gross, vermin droppings recently fell from the air vents and raw sewage "permeated" throughout it...
Woman strands cheating beau in Turkey in the most epic revenge story ever told
Sophie Miller and Kristen Bishop discovered they were dating the same man, Adam, for months. As revenge, they dumped him — together — and took a girls' trip.
NYPD's Shea finally shows up to a de Blasio presser -- for the first time in months
NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea on Wednesday finally made an appearance at a mayoral press conference, as Mayor Bill de Blasio has struggled to offer new solutions to the Big Apple's...
Driver accused of plowing into Minneapolis protesters has prior DWIs
Nicholas D. Krause of St. Paul, was identified Tuesday by Minneapolis police as the suspect who plowed his Jeep into a group of people late Sunday.
NFL QB would 'quit football' if he got traded
For Derek Carr, it’s the Raiders or bust.
Apple reportedly wants to run its own health care clinics
The company would offer primary care services alongside continuous health monitoring through a subscription-based program.
Biden, Putin seem 'amused' watching Russians shove US reporters
President Biden watched in apparent amusement Wednesday as Russian security officials shoved US reporters at his high-stakes summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Geneva, Switzerland.
Jay-Z sues 'Reasonable Doubt' photographer for 'exploiting' his image
“Jay-Z never gave Mannion permission to resell any of the images,” according to the legal documents.
Several fans injured in parachuter chaos at Euro 2020
MUNICH — Several spectators were treated in the hospital for injuries caused by a protestor who parachuted into the stadium before France played Germany at the European Championship, UEFA said...
Inmate was mistakenly released from Rikers Island
The conman, who was being housed in the Otis Bantum Correctional Center, was “prematurely discharged” Monday night, according to the city Department of Correction.
GOP lawmakers react to Biden's foreign policy ahead of summit with Putin
GOP lawmakers are starting to offer their thoughts on President Biden's foreign policy as he sits down for his first in-person summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin Wednesday.
Plot twister! How couple's engagement in front of 'our first tornado' came to be
A pair of Kansas storm chasers brought new meaning to "whirlwind romance" after traveling six hours to get engaged in front of a massive twister.
Show us the money: NYC business, leaders urge de Blasio for 'strategic' use of federal funds
Representatives from the Chambers of Commerce pushed for the city’s proposed $98 billion executive budget to be amended over the next three weeks before it is approved, making more “strategic”...
Harris hosts dinner for female senators, but border talk missing from the menu
Vice President Kamala Harris hosted a dinner party for a bipartisan group of female senators at her official Washington, DC, residence on Tuesday.
Dad 'escalated' wild golf brawl that ended with son in handcuffs
New details have surfaced of the stunning fight between a pair of golfers that took place on the course of a qualifying event for the Korn Ferry Tour. Austen Dailey...
Adults lose it over Kentucky Little League game
A Little League championship baseball game in Stanton, Kentucky, turned into a screaming match between adults. One of the parents at the game, Destani Renaye, shared the shocking video to...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Coca-Cola diss helps knock $4B off market value
Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo may have helped wipe out $4 billion of Coca-Cola’s market value when he moved two Coke bottles out of view at a press conference -- and...
Sam Darnold has a 'glowing charisma' now free from Jets
Robby Anderson couldn’t help but notice a difference in Sam Darnold’s persona.
Make some elbow room! Passengers booted off flight for brawling over armrest
Both men, who have not been identified, were detained when an officer arrived at the gate near the United Airlines flight, a San Francisco police spokesman told SFGATE.
And stay out! Thousands sign petition to keep Bezos in space
Nearly 23,000 have signed a Change.org petition to have Amazon.com founder and former CEO Jeff Bezos denied re-entry to Earth following his upcoming space launch on July 20.
Brewers should edge out Reds in NL Central pitching duel
Did you rank the mayoral candidates yet? Early ranked voting numbers are in on the hotly contested race. Eric Adams (24 percent) is ranked first, Kathryn Garcia (17 percent) is...
Clippers star's injury is NBA's latest playoff twist
The Clippers' chances at making it to the Western Conference Finals suddenly feel bleak. Kawhi Leonard is likely out for Game 5 of the Clippers-Jazz second round playoff series with...
Drug dealer tosses weed off rooftop, causes free-for-all on street below
The 29-year-old man arranged to meet with several people on the rooftop of a Sunset Park building around 11:15 p.m. June 1 to sell them marijuana, police said Tuesday.
5 officers fired after man kills himself in interrogation room using shoelaces
Five Georgia police officers have been fired for failing to properly monitor a 60-year-old man who killed himself in an interrogation room -- and then mocking his death with a...
New Rick James doc reveals how penis-wielding coke binge helped Lionel Richie
Major “Super Freak” secrets are revealed in the new documentary “Bitchin: The Sound and Fury of Rick James.”
School district asks students, staff to report 'microaggressions'
A Massachusetts school district is encouraging students and staff to report on one another for “incidents of bias” and “microaggressions,” including scheduling exams on cultural holidays.
NBA star out indefinitely in playoff shocker
Chris Paul's playoff future is up in the air. Hours after the Suns point guard was placed in the NBA's health and safety protocols on Wednesday, Arizona Sports reported Paul...
Jon Stewart's epic COVID-19 Wuhan lab leak rant goes viral
Comedian Jon Stewart is going viral for a hilarious late-night TV rant in which he insisted that it's patently obvious that COVID-19 leaked from a Chinese lab.
Marlins vs. Cardinals pick: Go with the tough-luck team this time
The Miami Marlins entered Tuesday last in the NL East with a 29-37 record. They’ve been a tough out, however, with a +4 run differential and 5-13 record in one-run...
Google, LVMH unveil 'AI partnership' to anticipate wealthy customers' whims
French luxury goods giant LVMH signed a deal to use Google's AI to help sell products from brands such as Louis Vuitton and Tiffany.
How a backup Jets lineman became a beer-chugging Islanders cult hero
So the question for Dan Feeney was as follows: If beer chugging was an Olympic sport, could you win a gold medal? Dan Feeney chuckles and says: “I don’t know....
Murdered man from prominent family had other brushes with the law: report
Paul Murdaugh, who was found murdered with his mother, reportedly had other brushes with the law in addition to being charged in a 2019 drunken boat crash that killed a...
Tokyo Olympics will need $800M taxpayer bailout if fans can't attend
In a May survey by a Japanese newspaper, just 14 percent of respondents supported holding the games this summer.
'Gorilla Glue girl' launches line of hair care products
Tessica Brown launched her own line of hair care products Wednesday to profit from the viral infamy of getting her locks stuck for a month after using the extra-strong adhesive.
White House in damage-control mode after Biden flubs head-nod at Putin summit
Vladimir Putin and President Biden are meeting for their summit Wednesday in Geneva — on the heels of provocative Russian war games near Hawaii.
Mom of boy, 5, found dead in motel room believes dad played part in death
The mother of a five-year-old who was found dead in a Texas motel on June 1, 2021 spoke to the press for the first time on June 15, 2021 saying...
Russia provokes US in largest military exercises since Cold War
The exercises, conducted by the Russian Navy on the Pacific Ocean 300 to 500 miles west of Hawaii, include long-range bombers, surface ships and anti-submarine aircraft.
Speed demon shows off fancy footwork on the field
This athlete's super-fast feet are a "step" above the rest. Watch as he performs high-speed exercises on various sports equipment — including ladders and cones — making his insane workout...
Man allegedly kills parents, sister inside family home
Alexander Jackson, 20, is charged with three counts of murder in the triple homicide of his father, mother and teenage sister in Cedar Rapids, while he also suffered a gunshot...
Islanders can't be taking this many penalties
The Islanders came into the Stanley Cup semifinal series against the Lightning well aware that they were going up against one of the best power plays in the NHL.
New Yankee's 'mind went blank' after milestone homer
Chris Gittens got his chance after the Yankees were unable to find a replacement for Luke Voit.
'Unbelievable' Nets big man provides spark
Who knew that plantar fasciitis helps one’s 3-point shooting game?
Man busted for driving with 99 license suspensions
Gilbert Cantres, 55, was pulled over in Brentwood for allegedly failing to signal a turn at Broadway and Sunrise Highway at about 11:30 a.m., according to Suffolk County police.
Mets begin carving out plan for infielder's return
When Jeff McNeil returns to the Mets, it won���t be strictly as an infielder.
Islanders facing daunting task you had to see coming
Look, the sky did not fall in on the Islanders on this night.
House Dem drops Greene censure resolution after Holocaust Museum visit
The censure resolution against Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has been dropped after she issued an apology on June 14, 2021 for comparing mask and vaccine mandates to Anti-Jewish laws.
This was an all-time performance from Kevin Durant
We will talk about this one for years around here.
White House encourages July 4 celebrations — just not at Mt. Rushmore
South Dakota Republican Gov. Kristi Noem slammed the Biden administration following an Independence Day statement encouraging a "summer of freedom" while a request for a Mount Rushmore firework display was...
Mets step up to help Seth Lugo get first save
Seth Lugo’s long-awaited first save of the season was aided by a crucial defensive play by a trio of teammates.
James Harden is a Nets hero for playing on one leg
As it turned out, James Harden did not take long to figure out this whole New York thing.