August 25, 2021
Woman was 'speaking gibberish' when she randomly shoved NYC tot to ground
Sahara Bernard told The Post the deranged woman who shoved her 2-year-old daughter was “speaking gibberish” during the unprovoked attack in the Bronx.
Audio feed cuts out as Biden snarks at reporter's Afghanistan question
President Biden delivered a sarcastic answer Wednesday to a reporter's question about the ongoing evacuation of Americans from Afghanistan -- but viewers couldn't hear it because the audio feed from...
Sandra Lee and Ben Youcef return to US after waiting for Cuomo to be ousted
Sandra Lee and fiancé Ben Youcef landed back in the US Wednesday night -- waiting to return home until her ex, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo had officially left...
Giants offense looks shabby in first practice with Patriots
Wednesday marked the Giants' first joint practice with the Patriots. Here are a few observations.
‘Afghan terror’ at US-Mexico border: Devine
While the Biden administration has undoubtedly created another crisis at the Kabul airport in Afghanistan, its other crisis at the US-Mexico border is opening a wide door for terrorists, the...
Florida doc fired for charging $50 for letters exempting students from mask mandate
A doctor at a Florida hospital was fired for offering to sell medical letters to parents that would exempt their children from a school mask mandate.
Biden administration claims to have no clue how COVID-19 started
You must simply take the word of unnamed officials that we just don’t know and we may never know whether COVID jumped from an animal to a human naturally, or...
Yankees solving major problem could make or break World Series hopes
The Yankees have quickly gone from a team needing a huge push to make it to the postseason to one that looks prepared to make a run in October. But...
Controversial pitching change backfires immediately for Mets
Manager Luis Rojas called on lefty Aaron Loup to face Brandon Crawford, who drilled the first pitch he saw for a two-run double that lifted the Giants to a 3-2...
Baby younger than 1 dies from COVID in Louisiana: officials
A baby died of COVID-19 in Louisiana before even reaching their first birthday, state health officials reported on Wednesday.
Giants cornerback carted off the field
Jackson is dealing with some sort of an ankle issue, with 18 days to go before the regular-season opener. The ankle issue is not considered to be anything serious, though.
Mets collapse is a testament to Jacob deGrom's greatness
Jacob deGrom was the man during batting practice Wednesday, because Jacob deGrom is always the man.
Americans warned to get away from Kabul airport gates due to 'imminent' ISIS terror threat
The State Department is warning US citizens in Afghanistan stay away from the Kabul airport due to security threats.
LLWS phenom already being compared to MLB star
South Dakota’s Gavin Weir is quickly becoming the star of the 2021 Little League World Series.
Pelosi, McCarthy warn lawmakers off travel to Afghanistan evacuation
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy on Wednesday warned lawmakers not to travel to Afghanistan after two congressmen to the ongoing evacuation of Afghan allies.
This returning TD threat could be a game-changer for Giants, Daniel Jones
Kyle Rudolph was a sight for sore eyes clad in his blue No. 80 for the first time as a Giant following offseason foot surgery and activation off the PUP...
This may be the beginning of the end for Serena
Even the Greatest of All Time can run out of time. For Serena Williams, could it be happening as we speak?
Martin Short shines in Hulu comedy 'Only Murders in the Building'
Star power can go either way, either adding pizzazz to a project or driving it straight into the ground. It's even riskier when you triple the A-list equation, but Steve...
De Blasio's legacy: A mass exodus from NYC's public schools
Mayor Bill de Blasio and his DOE are ignoring the growing exodus of students from the city’s most coveted public schools — surely because it's a response to the DOE's...
Biden's intelligence agencies bow to Beijing and claim they can't make a conclusion on COVID
The US intelligence community has told President Joe Biden it couldn’t come to a clear conclusion on COVID’s origins — because China wouldn’t provide the needed information.
DAs probing Cuomo urge AG James to not make sex harass report evidence public
Three district attorneys conducting criminal probes of ex-Gov. Cuomo have urged state AG Letitia James not to release evidence from her office's sexual harassment investigation.
Jets are right to make Zach Wilson their clear No. 1 quarterback
The Jets have plenty of question marks, but who the starting quarterback will be is not one of them.
Beware Democrats' big tax-hike plans in infrastructure bill
House Democrats are now writing their version of the $3.5 trillion “human infrastructure” bill, detailing all the wish-list items they mean to ram through with zero Republican votes — including...
There was no need to withdraw from Afghanistan, says former Sen. Joe Lieberman
President Trump’s policy and President Biden’s decision were not required by any facts on the ground. The US and Afghanistan had achieved a strategic balance, writes former US Sen. Joe...
Letters to the Editor — Aug. 26, 2021
The Issue: President Biden’s refusal to extend his deadline to evacuate US citizens and allies from Kabul. While Michael Goodwin’s comparison of President Biden’s groveling before the Taliban to Neville...
Fifty years later, Giants' big move to New Jersey has paid off
It is hard to understand how vilified Wellington Mara was in the moment, on the afternoon of Aug. 26, 1971, the day he declared he would take the New York...
Political convos percolate
Lobbying firms elbow to the front of the line with every new administration. New Gov. Kathy Hochul’s focal seems to be Bolton-St. Johns.
Times Square up: Tourist punched in face in random Midtown attack
A 20-year-old tourist from Wisconsin was randomly attacked by a lunatic in Times Square on Wednesday afternoon, police sources said.
ESPN embarrassed itself during the Rachel Nichols saga
In the history of sports media mismanagement, the way ESPN handled Rachel Nichols’ situation may not be the worst example, but it can make a case.
Smells like teen bulls--t: Legal experts trash 'child porn' claim over Nirvana album cover
Lawyer Jamie White, who's represented thousands of survivors of childhood sexual abuse, called the case brought by Spencer Elden "just outrageous on so many levels."
US Open won't require masks or proof of COVID vax for fans
Usually the U.S. Open is just about super tennis. Now it’s trying to avoid being a COVID-19 super spreader.
New York ready to accept almost 1K more Afghan refugees, Hochul says
The Empire State is ready to accept more than 860 refugees in the coming weeks as the Biden administration airlifts thousands of Afghan allies to the US, New York Gov....
Mets hurler heading to Brooklyn for rehab start
Noah Syndergaard is headed back out on a rehab assignment.
R. Kelly wanted accuser to 'sing like Aaliyah:' witness
Malak Benabdallah said that her friend and R. Kelly accuser — identified as Jane Doe 5 in court — once texted her that he wanted her to sing like his...
Mayhem at Penn Station shows how far NYC has sunk
The shooting of a New Jersey man outside Penn Station this week is just another episode of Mayor Bill de Blasio's violent summer in the Big Apple after decriminalizing petty...
Unlike Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen finally dunks buyer for Chicago mansion
After four years on and off the market, he has finally scored a buyer for his Chicago estate, while his former teammate Michael Jordan has spent the better part of...
'A death metal concert with one exit and it's on fire' -- a rescuer on what Kabul airport is like now
Jariko Denman is a former Army Ranger who served in Afghanistan and is now working with other veterans to get former Afghan colleagues and families out of the country.
High priority: Kathy Hochul vows to launch NY's legal marijuana industry Cuomo stalled on
Gov. Kathy Hochul vowed that getting New York's budding marijuana sales program off the ground will be a high priority.
What a difference two weeks made for the Yankees
Shortly after the stunning loss on Aug. 12 in Iowa, manager Aaron Boone said, “We’ll move on from this one like we have.” They've done better than that.
NYC employers slow down return to offices amid Delta fears, survey finds
Major employers in the Big Apple are slowing down their plans to bring their employees back to their Manhattan offices amid growing worries about the hyper-contagious Delta variant of the...
‘Debauchery’ and a decapitated cat: Inside wild new Mets documentary
The Post was able to get ahold of the screeners this week of the four- part “Once Upon a Time in Queens."
These singles searched for love while naked in the wilderness
On "Naked and Afraid of Love,” a dating-themed spinoff of the hit show "Naked and Afraid," 16 sexy singles flirt, make romantic connections and try to survive on remote islands...
Testing patience: NYC again delays top high school entry exam date announcement
The Department of Education has again delayed the announcement of a date for the specialized high school admissions exam — testing the patience of parents and students preparing to take...
Jets bring back 'awesome coach' to help Zach Wilson
The newest voice in Zach Wilson’s ear could be a big help to the rookie quarterback.
Jan 6. House Select Committee releases sweeping records request, including call logs of Trump
The Jan. 6 House Select Committee has issued a wide-ranging records request to the National Archives and Records Administration and several other agencies.
What Biden needs to do to restore US credibility after Afghan fiasco
Can Biden’s global standing recover from his debacle in Afghanistan? This will be one of the most pressing questions ahead even if the US manages to successfully evacuate its citizens...
Biden to campaign for California gov ahead of recall vote
President Joe Biden plans on stumping for California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom ahead of next month's vote on whether to recall him from office.
Man gets six years in plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Whitmer
A 25-year-old Michigan man was hit with a six-year prison sentence Wednesday for plotting to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer last year.
Second hiker dies within 3 days from scorching heat in Death Valley
A man died hiking in Death Valley as temperatures hit a blazing 109 degrees – the second time within days the scorching heat turned fatal at the tourist destination.
Sha’Carri Richardson appears to throw shade at decorated Olympic star
Sha’Carri Richardson appears to be making a dig at 11-time Olympic medalist Allyson Felix for saying she offers her support to the 21-year-old track star.
The Times Square Ferris wheel is a lousy rip-off
What an idiotic spot to plop a 110-feet-high attraction meant to provide sprawling city views. Um, there are no views!
Salmonella outbreak linked to Italian meats found in 17 states
Thirty-six people across 17 states have suffered from the bacteria and the case is being investigated by the CDC.
WH doesn't have 'anything to preview' on getting answers from China
Jen Psaki says the Biden administration doesn't have "anything to preview" on steps to pressure China into being transparent on COVID-19 origins.
Venus joins Serena in withdrawing from US Open: 'Not the best news'
Serena and Venus Williams added themselves to the list of big-name withdrawals from the U.S. Open on Wednesday.
DHS to restore 'Remain in Mexico' policy after SCOTUS ruling
The Biden administration will move to reinstate the Trump-era "Remain in Mexico" policy for asylum-seekers while it appeals a federal court order that the program be restored.
Rolling Stones will tour US next month after Charlie Watts' death
It's only rock 'n' roll, so the Rolling Stones will play on without drummer Charlie Watts — and you'll like it.
As soon as we sober up, the Irish will fight the woke attack on the Notre Dame leprechaun
Apparently, some new poll conducted by a company nobody’s ever heard has found that Notre Dame’s beloved mascot, the leprechaun, is the fourth-most offensive in the nation.
Max the vax: Thailand develops robotic arm to extract COVID doses
Thailand has developed a robotic arm machine to draw out COVID-19 vaccine doses more efficiently as the country battles its worst coronavirus outbreak yet.
Through four wars, toll mounts on a Gaza neighborhood
Islamic militants, who reject Israel's right to exist, have fired thousands of rockets across the border during the conflicts, operating from a maze of underground tunnels.
China will 'hold accountable' unvaccinated for COVID-19 outbreaks
Chinese authorities have warned that they will hold accountable people who refuse to get vaccinated against COVID-19 if they spread the virus.
Army veteran aiming to evacuate trapped Afghan medical workers from clinic she helped open
A US Army veteran is desperately trying to help 100 Afghans currently in hiding who worked at a medical clinic she helped open.
'I lost over $10K': OnlyFans creators say they took a hit after users bolted amid porn ban
OnlyFans creators are fuming after they say thousands of users cut their subscriptions in the wake of the site's decision to ban sexually explicit photos and videos — even as...
Broncos name Week 1 starter against Giants after 'damn close' battle
The Giants now know which quarterback to prepare for in Week 1.
Nearly 90% of rental assistance funds have not been distributed
Nearly 90% of the federally approved rental assistance funds aimed to prevent evictions amid the coronavirus pandemic have not been distributed, according to the Treasury Department.
Austin Rivers gets engaged to model after getting dumped by Knicks
Rivers popped the question to 22-year-old model girlfriend Audreyana Michelle on a recent trip to Italy.
Daniel Jones outperformed by rookie in potential Giants concern
Daniel Jones was not keeping up with the other Jones. There were some stark differences with the two quarterbacks Wednesday as the Giants and Patriots battled each other.
Teen, woman shot at Staten Island hair salon, cops say
A teenage girl and a woman were struck by bullets while sitting inside a Staten Island hair salon Wednesday, police said.
Some Jackson, Mississippi, residents, schools and advised to boil water
JACKSON, Miss. — About 2,000 Jackson water customers and three schools are being told to boil water for safety reasons, authorities said. A loss of water pressure led to the...
Top GOP lawmaker calls for update on AG probe into Cuomo's COVID memoir
State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt (R-Lockport) has called on Attorney General Letitia James to update the public on her investigation into Cuomo's COVID memoir.
'Teflon' serial burglar sought on new heists after release without bail
An NYC accused serial burglar with more than 30 busts keeps getting cut loose by the courts -- and he's now suspected in a rash of new heists, The Post...
Spike Lee ‘back in the editing room’ on HBO 9/11 doc after backlash
“I Respectfully Ask You To Hold Your Judgement Until You See The FINAL CUT," he said in a statement.
Nurse performed CPR on 6-year-old girl fatally hit by car in NYC
Emery Rothman, a traveling nurse, jumped into action when she encountered the 6-year-old girl who was fatally struck by a car in Brooklyn.
Mets finally get 'great news' on Jacob deGrom
Jacob deGrom has taken the first step toward potentially pitching again this season.
Suspect who allegedly killed tow truck driver in gunfight charged: cops
Angel Medina, 18, was arguing about a vehicle repair with the 32-year-old driver, John Vallejo, inside First Choice Automotive on Randall Avenue near Bryant Avenue in Hunts Point on Aug....
Terry Crews re-creates his most memorable 'White Chicks' dance scene on 'AGT'
Crews portrayed sports star Latrell Spencer in the Wayans brothers' iconic 2004 comedy film.
Watch Charlie Watts' last ever performance with the Rolling Stones
It was a high Watt-age performance that occurred during a "crossfire hurricane" — literally, as hurricane Dorian was closing in on Miami in 2019.
Blinken says up to 1,500 US citizens still stranded in Afghanistan as Biden laughs off question
Blinken gave the figure after Biden administration officials repeatedly said they didn't know how many Americans remain in Afghanistan as Biden prepares to remove all US troops within just days...
Biden destroys all he touches and other commentary
President Biden is riding woke leftism; Oregon’s mad mask mandate; Biden will get inflation wrong, too; a vast progressive failure; and Afghanistan’s about to get worse.
The best pieces from Free People's Pre-Fall Edit, per its stylist
Here's a sale you'll definitely fall for. With Starbucks' new Apple Crisp Macchiato premiering just yesterday and pumpkin products on everyone's radar, it's time to start thinking about fall fashion...
Authorities bust man driving bogus Border Patrol vehicle
Authorities have busted a man wearing a fake Border Patrol uniform and Border Patrol vehicle in Arizona, along with 10 illegal immigrants.
Video shows Florida cheerleader last seen alive with alleged killer
Florida cheerleader Tristyn Bailey was last seen alive walking beside her alleged killer right before she was stabbed 114 times, new surveillance video shows.
Kanye West’s 'Donda' concert will offer COVID vaccines at venue
There will be more than 1,500 doses of the Johnson & Johnson and recently-FDA-approved Pfizer vaccines on hand for any fans who choose to roll up their sleeves on site.
Hero stops runaway car from crashing into houses
Stop that car! Watch as a man jumps through the window of an empty vehicle barreling down a street towards a block of houses in southern Brazil. The courageous act,...
Teacher placed on administrative leave for comparing anti-maskers to KKK
A Nebraska teacher was reportedly placed on administrative leave after sharing a social media post that compared anti-maskers to the Ku Klux Klan. The Elkhorn Public Schools teacher, who has...
Serena Williams' coach says star's only choice was to pull out of US Open
Serena Williams' coach said that the tennis star had no choice but to pull out of the U.S. Open due to a hamstring injury.
South Korea parliament set to pass law to curb 'fake news'
South Korea's ruling party is set to revise a media law to rein in "fake news" by giving courts the power to award much bigger damages.
Someone actually paid $1.3M for an NFT cartoon rock
A crypto-trader has purchased a digital illustration of a rock, also available free online, for $1.3 million in the latest outrageous NFT sale.
Appeals court rules Dylann Roof death penalty-eligible for church massacre
Dylann Roof is one step closer to execution after a federal appeals court in Virginia ruled he's eligible to receive the death penalty.
Oregon governor announces statewide outdoor mask mandate regardless of vaccination status
Homeless people are exempt from the order.
ESPN buries Rachel Nichols with new punishment
Nichols was involved in a very public controversy with Maria Taylor during the NBA Finals.
Texas man strips down to underwear over masks at heated school board meeting
Those who spoke included 15-year resident and school district parent James Akers, who bared almost all when sharing his thoughts on the latest discussion surrounding mask requirements in schools.
'The Karate Kid' musical sets 2022 pre-Broadway run
The musical adaptation of "The Karate Kid" will open in St. Louis next spring.
Unregular Pizza owner trades pies for $4.75M Harlem penthouse party
The penthouse duplex, at 145 Central Park North, is currently on the market for $4.75 million.
Woman sentenced to up to 2 years in jail for coughing on $35K worth of food
A Pennsylvania woman who purposely coughed and spat on food in a supermarket while screaming she had COVID-19 was sentenced to up to two years in jail.
The fantasy football fallout of surprising trade
Well, the Darrell Henderson Era sure was fun, right?
How the Yankees can keep good vibes going with roster decisions looming
With the Yankees doing so well and enjoying such a great vibe, how will they integrate their guys returning from the injured list?
Boyfriend admits helping Ohio mom dump 6-year-old's body in river
The boyfriend of an Ohio mother has admitted to helping the woman dump the body of her 6-year-old son into a river.
Ex-CEO of tech startup HeadSpin accused of bilking investors out of $80M
Federal authorities on Wednesday charged a co-founder and former chief executive of HeadSpin with defrauding investors out of as much as $80 million by overstating the Silicon Valley startup's revenue and other...
Inside the steamy sex scenes and orgies on Netflix's 'Sex/Life'
In the Netflix series "Sex/Life," there's full-frontal male nudity, a well-attended suburban sex party and a montage of the protagonist being bent into nearly every position of the Kama Sutra.
Who to bet on at the BMW Championship
This week’s BMW Championship field is whittled down to the top 70 players in the FedEx Cup Playoff standings.
Make a $3M power play for Henrik Lundqvist's old NYC home
The Upper West Side home is at the Bromley, a 1980s condo at 225 W. 83rd St. Lundqvist bought the home for $1.75 million in 2006 and then sold it in...
UFC legend goes all-in against 'useless' Octagon girls
The former lightweight champion discussed the longtime tradition of ring girls in at a recent Moscow press conference.
Kate Beckinsale finds buyer for LA home weeks after it hit the market
The Brentwood property, which was listed on August 2 for $3.995 million, is already in contract after it found a buyer on August 20, The Post has learned.
UK paramedics slammed for twerking video in ambulance
Rhianna Higgins shared the heart-stopping action with her Yorkshire Ambulance Service colleague on TikTok.
Ex-NHLer's cause of death still a mystery after autopsy
The cause of former NHLer Jimmy Hayes' death was still pending following an autopsy.
Texas cops hunt 19-year-old woman accused of torching couple
19-year-old Emma Presler, who was charged over the murder of a woman last year, is on the run after she was accused of setting a couple on fire -- killing...
Delta Air Lines to charge unvaccinated staff more for health insurance
Delta Air Lines on Wednesday said employees will have to pay $200 more every month for their company-sponsored healthcare plan if they choose to not vaccinate against COVID-19.
Nigella Lawson cuts 'slut' from her 'dream' dessert recipe
"I feel that the word has taken on a coarser, more cruel connotation, and I’m not happy with that," Lawson said of the switch.
VP Harris slams China as Communist Party makes inroads with Taliban
Vice President Kamala Harris urged Vietnam to join the US in challenging China's belligerence in the South China Sea -- as the Chinese Communist Party makes inroads with the Taliban.
Eric Adams struggled to find proof of vaccination to get into his own event
If Adams had signed up for one of two New York apps that serve as digital vaccine passports he could have avoided the wait.
Leader of neo-Nazi group gets 3 years for targeting journalists, advocates
Cameron Shea, 25, of Washington, pleaded guilty in April after being charged last year along with three other members of the Atomwaffen Division
Woman 'fighting for her life' after popular amusement park accident
A Michigan woman is “fighting for her life” after being hit in the head by a piece of metal that flew off a 420-foot roller coaster at Cedar Point amusement...
Val Kilmer reveals struggle 'to breathe or eat' after throat cancer battle
The "Top Gun" star was diagnosed six years ago and is currently cancer-free.
Ex-'Good Morning America' producer accused of sexually assaulting two women
A former top producer for "Good Morning America" has been accused of sexually assaulting two female employees and encouraging a "toxic" work culture that was hostile toward women, according to...
Capitol cop who shot Ashli Babbitt set to identify himself in new interview
The Capitol Police officer who fatally shot Ashli Babbitt during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot will step forward Thursday after the government previously declined to identify him.
Michael Nader, star of 'Dynasty' and 'All My Children,' dead at 76
The soap opera star of the original 1980s show "Dynasty" and "All My Children" passed away on August 23, his wife said. He was 76.
Jets pass-rusher out for season with rare blood disorder
Jets pass-rusher Vinny Curry was diagnosed with a rare blood disorder that resulted in the removal of his spleen and will require him to avoid physical contact for the next...
McCarthy blasts Biden for 'turning his back' on Americans stranded in Afghanistan
Biden on Tuesday said he would abide by his deadline to withdraw from Afghanistan by Aug. 31.
Westerners being blocked, beaten by Taliban amid evacuation efforts
As evacuation efforts from Afghanistan enter their final stretch, Americans and allies are rushing to the airport only to be met by Taliban.
Hands-on experience as pianists learn to play with robot thumb
How would pianists cope with suddenly having two thumbs on one hand? Would their brains become scrambled or would the extra digit add a new dimension to their playing?
Mets star wanted 'the stuff' that killed Len Bias during depths of drug addiction
The Mets star opens up about drug addiction in the new ESPN doc “Once Upon a Time in Queens.”
Curtis Sliwa denounces homeless 'humanitarian crisis' at Penn Station
New York City mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa on Wednesday decried the homeless "humanitarian crisis" at Penn Station, saying not enough is being done to tackle the problem.
NYPD's largest police union vows to sue over possible COVID vaccine mandate
The announcement comes on the heels of Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement requiring all New York City school staffers to get the jab.
Millions of cars with faulty airbags still on roads despite 37 deaths, recall
Millions of vehicles with defective airbags are still on the road despite years of recalls and at least 37 deaths allegedly linked to the safety devices, according to a new...
The Mets' skid won't end against Giants
MLB’s top team in terms of win percentage will be in the Big Apple when the San Francisco Giants look to keep their dream season going against the scuffling New...
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Hochul says she kept promise to boot unethical Cuomo admin staffers
All staffers implicated in the investigation that led to Andrew Cuomo resigning in disgrace are out of the boss' office, Gov. Kathy Hochul claimed.
LeBron James gets cryptic over teammate's Lakers exit: 'F--k this one hurt'
James said Dudley's decision to join Jason Kidd's coaching staff upset him 'for many reasons that you wouldn’t understand.'
Crews struggle to stop fire bearing down on Lake Tahoe
The Caldor Fire spread to within 20 miles east of the lake that straddles the California-Nevada state line, eating its way through rugged timberlands and “knocking on the door” of...
Dad died protecting baby after gunman opens fire, dances over body in Miami Beach
Tamarius David of Georgia "randomly" shot and killed Dustin Wakefield dining outside with his family in Miami Beach then danced over the body, cops and a witness at the disturbing...
Near-empty charter flights depart Afghanistan as thousands of Americans remain trapped
Desperate and fearful Afghans and American citizens face an anguished final fight for freedom as the US evacuation winds down.
Profiting from tragedy: Blackwater's Erik Prince asks $6.5K to get people out of Afghanistan
Erik Prince is guaranteeing people that he can get them safely into Kabul's Hamid Karzai airport and onto a charter flight.
Former Texas cop and 'Live PD' star trades badge for OnlyFans
The former officer bills herself as a "PLUS Size Big booty havin’, gun slingin’, tatted, lingerie lovin’, All-American Woman."
Scientists launch effort to collect water data in US West
The multimillion-dollar effort led by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory launches next week. The team has set up radar systems, balloons, cameras and other equipment in an area of Colorado where...
Jaguars finally make starting quarterback decision
The 2021 first-overall pick of the NFL Draft will take the field as QB1 in Week 1 against the Texans, Jacksonville coach Urban Meyer announced Wednesday.
Late ex-NHLer's brother pens heartbreaking tribute
Kevin Hayes said he will try his hardest to have his brother’s “legacy live on” in an emotional tribute to his late brother Jimmy.
Inside the vicious, secret battle over Bob Ross and his 'Joy of Painting'
Netflix goes behind the scenes of "The Joy of Painting," where a ruthless battle for control of Bob Ross' business was being fought that raged on until just three years...
Woke Brandeis University expands list of words, phrases to avoid using
More than a dozen words and phrases have been added to Brandeis University's widely mocked compendium of "violent" and "identity-based" terminology.
China vows to hit back at any nation blaming COVID on Wuhan lab: report
China is threatening to retaliate against any country that claims the coronavirus originated from a Wuhan lab leak.
Man who doused stranger with scalding liquid in NYC busted: cops
Officers in the 13th Precinct spotted Shaydul Alam and realized he matched a description from a police flier for a man who randomly doused a stranger with scalding liquid in...
'Let go of him!': Video shows 16-year-old pinned to floor in fight with Kentucky teacher
A Kentucky school teacher pinned a student to the floor and pulled his hair during a fight over his bandana-style neck gaiter, wild video shows.
Spike Lee's disgraceful conspiracy theories about 9/11 — and how liberal media promotes it
As the 20th anniversary approaches of the infamous day of terror, 9/11, it devastates me to see the denial from some of my fellow citizens. The latest big mouth carrying...
FBI Palantir glitch allowed unauthorized access to search warrant data
A computer glitch in a software program, Palantir, used by the FBI allowed some unauthorized employees to access private data for more than a year.
Nowhere to go for Haiti quake victims upon hospital release
Orderlies pushed Jertha Ylet’s bed from the center of the hospital ward to one side so Dr. Michelet Paurus could plug in his electric saw.
23 California students stuck in Afghanistan after summer trip
It was not a school-sanctioned trip, according to the district.
Avengers assemble for NYC's latest teen vaccine push
Teens can pick up comic books at SOMOS vaccination sites at Times Square, Maria Hernandez Park in Brooklyn and 368 E. 149th St in The Bronx.
Aaliyah's mom blasts book promoter for defiling late singer's grave
Diane Haughton, the mother of the late “Rock the Boat” singer, is calling out an intruder for disturbing the R&B star’s gravesite ahead of the 20th anniversary of her fatal...
The hardest players to predict in fantasy football
A lot of players in fantasy football are known quantities. We know that if Christian McCaffrey stays healthy, he will put up monster numbers; that Tom Brady and Matt Ryan...
Mets star wasn't even close on this brutal swing-and-miss
Whiffing on a changeup is one thing. Whiffing on a changeup before the ball gets even remotely close to the plate is another. Mets second basemen Javier Baez was guilty...
Scientists detect earthquake swarm at Hawaii volcano
Geologists on Tuesday said they had detected a swarm of earthquakes at Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano, though it is not erupting.
Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson at 16: On drugs, body shaming, having no friends
The child star is growing up fast and shedding her girlhood identity. “My mama did not name me Honey Boo Boo. My name is Alana,” the 16-year-old said.
Kathy Hochul taps state Sen. Brian Benjamin as lieutenant governor pick
Newly minted Gov. Kathy Hochul will tap state Sen. Brain Benjamin as her Lieutenant Governor pick, sources confirmed to The Post.
Diabetes has surged among US youth, decades-long study finds
New federally-funded research that spanned nearly 20 years found a 45 percent increase in type 1 diagnoses and a 95 percent growth in type 2 diagnoses among children and teens.
Man who turned in Nazi mass murderer Adolf Eichmann revealed 6 decades later
Gerhard Klammer, a German who opposed the Nazi regime, provided the key information that allowed Israeli spies to track down Eichmann.
Check out Tia Mowry's huge 'mommy juice' wall in her $2.6M LA home
The "Sister, Sister" star's wine wall, which appears to hold about 150 bottles, is her favorite section of her home.
Inside the abandoned $256M Titanic tragedy house
A $256 million mansion tied to the Titanic tragedy is in ruins, new photos by urban explorer "Abandoned Southeast" show.
Moderna completes submission for full FDA approval of COVID-19 vaccine
Moderna has completed its submission to the US Food and Drug Administration seeking full approval for its COVID-19 vaccine for those aged over 18, the company announced Wednesday.
Plan to replace ousted 'First Take' host could involve legendary Stephen A. Smith 'rival'
Stephen A. Smith has had legendary duels with this man on "First Take" before.
Disney World's new 'Ratatouille' ride shrinks riders to rodent size
The dazzling ride — based on Pixar's acclaimed 2007 animated flick — invites guests to board rat-shaped vehicles for a tour through chef Gusteau's kitchen as Remy and his rodent...
The Phillie Phanatic has new lease on life
A federal magistrate judge has decided that changes by the Philadelphia Phillies to the Phillie Phanatic mascot last year were sufficient.
State Health Dept. finally reports New York's true COVID death toll
The tally of New Yorkers killed by the coronavirus pandemic stands at more than 55,000 people, the state Health Department confirmed late Tuesday night.
Olivia Rodrigo adds Paramore writing credit to 'Good 4 U'
Paramore's Hayley Williams and Joshua Farro have been credited for Olivia Rodrigo's hit "Good 4 U," after fans found similarities to their 2007 song "Misery Business."
COVID infections among NYC vaccinated 'incredibly rare:' De Blasio
Coronavirus infections and serious illness from the disease among vaccinated New Yorkers are “very rare,” Mayor Bill de Blasio said Wednesday, citing newly released city data.
Steph Curry's parents' divorce is getting messy
Dell accuses Sonya of having an affair with former football player Steven Johnson.
Ex-British Marine gets good news about evacuating pets from Kabul
Paul “Pen” Farthing had been fearing that he will have to euthanize the 140 dogs and 60 cats if he can’t get them out by Aug. 31.
Pentagon officially orders all active service members be vaccinated
More than 800,000 military members have yet to be vaccinated for COVID, according to the Pentagon.
Prime competition: Walmart announces new service to compete with Amazon
Walmart will deliver packages for other companies across the US in a bid to compete with Amazon, which also operates a so-called “last mile” service.
The secret bias hidden in mortgage-approval algorithms
An investigation by The Markup has found that lenders in 2019 were more likely to deny home loans to people of color than to white people with similar financial characteristics.
Co-pilot missing after jumping out of plane making emergency landing
A co-pilot is missing after he jumped out of a plane as it was making an emergency landing in France.
6-year-old girl fatally struck in Brooklyn identified, driver charged
Hiromi Tamy, who was fatally struck by a car in Brooklyn, has been identified by police -- as the motorist who allegedly rammed into her was hit with a slew...
Texas town shuts down after seeing spike in COVID cases
Iraan, the west Texas town of 1,200, has had a 42 percent positivity rate with 50 people being infected within a two-week span in August, according to Iraan General Hospital...
Study indicates Delta variant is less infectious in fully vaccinated people
Fully vaccinated people who test positive for the Delta variant may be less infectious than those who are unvaccinated and get COVID-19.
We don't need females here': Terrified journalist fears Taliban are gunning for her
A female journalist in Afghanistan said she is on the run from the Taliban and fears for her life and those hiding her if members of the extremist group discover...
Body of 2-year-old boy identified after Tennessee flash flood
The body of Kellen Cole Burrow has been found three days after a catastrophic flash flood left almost two dozen people dead, including infant twins ripped from their father’s arms.
Afghan evacuee with potential ISIS ties detained in Qatar: report
Up to 100 other evacuees have also been ordered to face more security checks at the al-Udeid Air Base in Doha.
Add this 7-color rejuvenating face mask to your skincare routine on sale
Right now, you can get the Rejuven Mask Pro LED Light Therapy Mask for a reduced price of $103.99, a nifty discount of 19 percent off the full ordinary purchase...
J&J says booster shot of COVID vaccine 'increases antibodies'
The company's findings are yet to go through scientific peer review.
Snag this super soft, top-rated bedding set for nearly $100 off
We’ve all been upping our self-care routines over the last year, but one of the most important pieces of the puzzle is a good night’s sleep.
Connecticut man convicted in $19M stock fraud scheme dies in car crash
Christian Meissenn, who was convicted of bilking thousands of investors in a nearly $19 million “pump-and-dump” stock fraud scheme, has died in a car crash, state police said.
How star rookie's injury impacts fantasy football drafts
In the case of rookie Jaguars running back Travis Etienne, who is out for the season with a foot injury, that next guy for fantasy purposes is James Robinson.
Bet the desperate Mets in cross-country showdown
In first place when Francisco Lindor went on the IL, the Amazin’s are now in third looking up at Atlanta and Philly as Lindor returns.
The Notre Dame leprechaun is offensive now
Notre Dame's Fighting Irish leprechaun is the latest sports mascot to draw public ire over claims of cultural appropriation.
Eyeglass brand Warby Parker reveals widening losses in filing to go public
The popular eyeglass brand — which is known for its fashionable and cheap eyewear — has seen losses grow alongside revenue, according to financials.
New York's maskless: Top NYPD cops flout COVID-19 mask rule
Shea and Chief of Patrol Juanita Holmes were among several cops who went maskless as they posed with teens in an auditorium at One Police Plaza.
Hawaii governor asks tourists not to visit amid COVID surge, threatens lockdown
“It is not a good time to travel to the islands," said Hawaii Gov. David Ige, warning tourists to stay away from the Aloha State. He is even considering imposing...
TikTok makes rare statement after Milk Crate Challenge backlash
“TikTok prohibits content that promotes or glorifies dangerous acts, and we remove videos and redirect searches to our Community Guidelines to discourage such content," the social media platform said.
School mandates student-athletes wear 'proximity monitors' to detect COVID-19
A public high school in Washington state wants to require some student-athletes to wear wrist monitors so they can better contact-trace amid the COVID-19 pandemic -- riling some parents, who...
Man dies after having sex using epoxy adhesive instead of a condom
Police are probing the bizarre case of a 25-year-old man who suddenly died after using a high-powered epoxy resin — instead of a condom — while having sex.
Patriots trade running back once thought to be their future
The trade will send two conditional draft picks — one in the fifth round and another in the sixth — to New England.
OnlyFans flip-flops on sexually explicit content ban
OnlyFans says it no longer plans to ban porn in an abrupt flip-flop that comes after a backlash from sex workers who use the popular platform to sell sexually explicit...
Derek Jeter's best Yankees moments — here is No. 10
Derek Jeter will be inducted into the Hall of Fame on Sept. 8. The Post will count down his 10 best moments.
Biden meets with CEOs of Amazon, Google, other tech giants over cybersecurity
President Biden on Wednesday met with the heads of Amazon, Apple, Google and JPMorgan to discuss cybersecurity after a series of high-profile hacks that left businesses and the US government...
Former Afghan minister claims Taliban killing children in reign of terror
Andarabi was dismissed in March by now-former President Ashraf Ghani amid a spate of attacks against the country’s security forces.
TikTok will let users shop within through Shopify partnership
TikTok users will soon be able to buy products directly within the app through a partnership with e-commerce firm Shopify, the companies said.
Saquon Barkley misses practice for personal reasons
Saquon Barkley will not be on the field Wednesday when the Giants start off two days of joint practices with the Patriots.
Taliban appoint former Guantanamo detainee as acting defense minister
Following his release from Cuba, Mullah Abdul Qayyum Zakir became the Taliban’s operations commander in southern Afghanistan.
Lloyd Dobyns Jr., Peabody Award-winning TV newsman, dead at 85
NBC News correspondent who reported from places around the world and who anchored an innovative US television newscast in the early 1980s.
Serena Williams pulls out of US Open
Williams pulls out of US Open while recovering from hamstring, she announced on Instagram on Wednesday morning.
Biden receives 'inconclusive' intelligence report on COVID-19 origins
A classified US intelligence report delivered to President Joe Biden was inconclusive about the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, including the theory that the virus jumped from animals to humans.
3-year-old Aurora returns home after COVID battle
Watch the emotional homecoming of a 3-year-old COVID-19 patient in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Just days earlier, the girl's mother shared a video on social media of her daughter, Aurora, in the...
Charlie Watts' life in photos
Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts has died at the age of 80. He performed with the band for 58 years, from 1963 - 2021.
Rutgers football player to transfer from school over vaccine requirement
A Rutgers University football player announced Tuesday that he is transferring from the school over its COVID-19 vaccine requirement.
Tech exec sentenced for illegally obtaining $1.8 million in COVID relief
Mukund Mohan, a Washington tech executive who worked at Amazon and Microsoft, was sentenced to two years in jail after he received $1.8 million in COVID-19 relief loans.
Pristine Lake Tahoe shrouded in smoke from threatening fire
Ash rained down on Lake Tahoe on Tuesday and thick yellow smoke blotted out views of the mountains rimming its pristine blue waters as a massive wildfire threatened the alpine...
Quick hook in ninth inning is turning into Yankees' strategy
Wandy Peralta rode to the rescue by throwing five straight changeups to reigning National League Most Valuable Player Freddie Freeman for the win.
Man arrested for anti-Asian attack
A man was arrested Tuesday and charged with a hate crime for an unprovoked attack on an Asian woman in Manhattan over the weekend, police said.
Lindsey Graham says Biden 'should be impeached' over Afghanistan withdrawal
Sen. Lindsey Graham said Tuesday night that President Joe Biden "should be impeached" over America's withdrawal from Afghanistan, which the Republican lawmaker called "the most dishonorable thing a commander-in-chief has...
Heart-Shaped Wallet: Baby on 'Nevermind' cover files lawsuit against Nirvana
The naked baby on the cover of Nirvana's "Nevermind" album is now suing the band for child pornography, claiming they told him to "Come As You Are" without consent.
Secret trip by congressmen to Kabul infuriates US officials
US officials are not pleased with Congressmen Seth Moulton and Peter Meijer as the pair announced a trip to Afghanistan's Kabul international airport.
Yankees pitcher impresses in Double-A rehab start
Corey Kluber showed signs Tuesday night he can be the kind of weapon the Yankees envisioned when they signed him in January.
Former British Marine trying to evacuate over 100 Afghan pets at Kabul shelter
A former British Royal Marine and founder of a sanctuary for stray animals in Afghanistan is desperately trying to fly out over 100 animals and dozens of workers before next...