August 30, 2021
Naomi Osaka rolls at US Open after sloppy start
Naomi Osaka started off sloppy, but ended up stellar.
Louisiana man missing after alligator attack in Ida floodwaters
A Louisiana man went missing Monday after he was attacked by an alligator inside his shed that was flooded from Hurricane Ida, a report said.
LA man whose fireworks caused major damage in botched LAPD blast pleads guilty
The Los Angeles man whose illegal fireworks injured over a dozen people and damaged over 30 homes when the LAPD botched a planned detonation pleaded guilty to federal charges on...
Giants trade was response to offensive line alarn bells
On one hand, he is a former first-round pick with center and guard flexibility. On the other, Billy Price started only one game last season.
Yankees reliever's season looks all but over
The Yankees transferred reliever Zack Britton to the 60-day injured list on Monday.
Ex-military officers call for Austin, Milley to resign over Afghanistan debacle
Dozens of retired generals and admirals have called on Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley to step down.
Andy Murray rips opponent's 'nonsense' tactics after US Open loss
Andy Murray spent nearly five hours at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Monday, coming close to staging a giant upset against Stefanos Tsitsipas before falling in five sets at the U.S....
New era of tennis stars can grab the spotlight at US Open
To everything, turn, turn, turn, there is a season, turn, turn, turn, as noted tennis enthusiasts, The Byrds, warbled.
'Disgraceful', 'shameful': Republican outrage after Biden ends pullout
Congressional Republicans were livid after the Biden administration announced that the evacuation of Americans from Afghanistan had ended.
Last man out: Surreal photo shows moment last US service member leaves Afghanistan
New footage shows the moment a decorated American soldier boarded a military cargo plane just before midnight Tuesday in Afghanistan — becoming the last US service member to leave the...
Coco Gauff rallies for emotional win: 'Almost brings me to tears'
On the first day of the U.S. Open, with its first crowd in two years, Arthur Ashe Stadium and the second showcourt, Louis Armstrong Stadium, brewed with big-upset possibilities.
NYC correction officer fractures skull in violent attack by inmate on Rikers Island
A New York City corrections officer was hospitalized with a fractured skull after a violent attack by an inmate on Rikers Island on Monday.
What to look out for when the Giants cut to the 53-man roster
All teams must cut from 80 to 53 players by 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Top American upset by rising star in possible torch pass at US Open
John Isner has long been atop the American men’s rankings, but those days may be nearing a close as he turned 36 in April.
Mets players' thumbs-down feels like a middle finger to some fans
Whether it was the message or anticipated fallout from it, Mets fans had a difficult time digesting Javier Baez’s shot directed toward the Citi Field faithful.
Yankees face two-way superstar, but not in the way they thought
Shohei Ohtani was scratched from his pitching start because of lingering soreness in his right wrist after getting hit by a pitch on Saturday.
Bronx man gets pummeled after trying to break into car with metal spatula
A man was allegedly trying to break into a moving car in The Bronx when he was stopped in his tracks by a group of witnesses who delivered him a...
Jake Paul says he's 'retired' one day after victory over Tyron Woodley
Jake Paul, now 4-0 in professional fights, made the surprising announcement via Twitter Monday night.
'Lock em up': NOLA mayor says cops deployed to stop looters amid power outages
The New Orleans Police Department has deployed anti-looting teams throughout the city in an attempt to stop criminals from destroying local businesses as the city
New Jets teammates putting animosity from viral video aside
The Jets’ trade for defensive end Shaq Lawson on Sunday creates one interesting dynamic in the locker room.
Subpoenas issued as Cuomo mansion 'grope' accuser meets with investigators: sheriff
The state worker who's accused disgraced ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo of groping her inside the Executive Mansion met with criminal investigators Monday morning.
Disgraced ex-Gov. Cuomo hiding out at pal's Southampton home
“Andrew is keeping a very low profile …He hasn’t been out to his usual restaurants, he has been spending time with close friends in their private homes.”
Instead of a dumb ban, NY should pay landlords not to evict tenants
Gov. Kathy Hochul has decided to cast the US Supreme Court as the enemy of the state’s tenants and to look for ways to continue the dubious evictions ban. In...
Zack Wilson's sparkling summer about to be put to test
Summer in the city has been a relative breeze for Zach Wilson.
Ex-Mets deliver booing reality check: 'What you sign up for'
"It’s a different animal than playing in New York,” said Chili Davis.
Tight end in jeopardy of missing Giants opener
It’s impossible to tell who is more adversely affected by Evan Engram’s latest injury: The Giants or Engram?
Why this club king is opening a Times Square nightspot as COVID rages
Opening a nightclub in the dead zone of Times Square as the Delta variant rages may sound counterintuitive, but for club king Richie Romero, it's a risk worth taking. He...
'Deplorable': NYC officials, residents rip conditions at Wards Island homeless shelter
The troubled men's homeless shelter on Wards Island has continued to deteriorate into an unsanitary COVID-19 nightmare, a group of elected city officials said after touring the facility Monday. "Nobody...
Biden's sick attempt to claim credit for a disastrous Afghan evacuation
The Biden administration wants credit for the Afghanistan evacuation as measured by the sheer number of people it flew out amid a crisis of its own making.
Dishonor: Biden can't deal with reality as America's longest war finally ends
The picture of President Biden stealing a glance at his watch Sunday during a solemn ceremony for the 13 service members killed in Afghanistan says it all: Biden can’t deal...
Don't condemn the Giants offense just yet
The look-on-the-bright side aspect of all this is what comes next is a mystery, which is more palatable than the alternative of knowing for sure.
Louisiana man drowns in car, becomes second confirmed Hurricane Ida death
A Louisiana man who drowned inside his car has been confirmed as the second death from Hurricane Ida, state officials said Monday. The man, who was not identified, died on...
Ohio judge orders that COVID-19 patient be treated with ivermectin — which no agency recommends
An Ohio judge on Monday ordered a hospital to treat at COVID-19 patient with ivermectin, going against CDC and FDA recommendations.
'Candyman' director Nia DaCosta makes box office history
"Candyman" director Nia DaCosta made history this weekend when her film took the No. 1 spot at the box office, grossing $22.3 million in its opening weekend. The horror flick...
Tiffany Haddish to star in Paul Schrader's 'The Card Counter'
Tiffany: “It’s about a former vet (played by Oscar Isaac) who has PTSD, likes playing poker, has a poker face and is so intense that his character could win an Oscar.
10 steps Gov. Kathy Hochul should take to get New York moving in the right direction
Here are 10 ideas for the Empire State’s new chief executive to implement, if she is at all serious about turning things around.
Mary Kate Olsen's former house with ex listed for $11.5 million
They bought the 8,700-square-foot Regency-style house for $13.5 million in 2014 and launched renovations.
Rikers Island inmate found dead of apparent suicide, DOC says
Segundo Guallpa was pronounced dead at 1:30 a.m. after first-responders were unable to revive him, according to the Department of Correction.
Mets star doesn't seem too worried about the 'thumbs-down' fiasco
The Mets’ “thumbs-down” fiasco doesn’t seem to be bothering Francisco Lindor too much.
Witness describes sickening scene involving boxing ring, naked girl at R. Kelly trial
R. Kelly once summoned a naked girl who was hiding under a boxing ring at his suburban Chicago home by snapping his fingers multiple times.
Jets' season rests in the hands of mostly first-year coaches, players
The Jets are not just inexperienced on the field, they will be inexperienced on the sidelines.
Dennis Rodman's wild bender in Las Vegas to become feature film
Edging on burnout during the 1998 NBA Finals, Rodman's trip to Las Vegas — including hitting nightclubs and partying with his crew — will become a film by Lionsgate.
The Jake Paul-Conor McGregor drama didn't take long to start up again
Paul addressed a tweet from Conor McGregor after defeating Tyron Woodley in a split decision at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on Sunday night.
The allies America has abandoned now face Taliban terror
President Joe Biden has admitted, without a word of apology, that the United States has broken its word and left behind tens of thousands of Afghans who worked and fought...
Lifeguard killed, seven other people injured in lightning strike near NJ beach
A lifeguard was killed and seven other people injured when they were struck by lightning at a New Jersey beach Monday, reports said.
Wretched fire at 'Ratched' motel under investigation
The "Sealight Inn" where Nurse Ratched, played by Sarah Paulson, lived in the Netflix original "Ratched" has inspired fans to pilgrimage to California since the show's release last year.
Marie Kondo on how to stay tidy when working from home
Lifestyle maestro Marie Kondo is back. The Japanese organizing consultant and TV host first rose to prominence with Netflix series “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo,” which saw her help people...
Fraud-promoting NYC principal removed 'just' two years after schemes exposed
That’s right: The DOE finally pulled the “Maspeth Minimum” principal, Khurshid Abdul-Mutakabbir, over the summer — and is trying to fire him, though it still must pay him while that...
NY landlords threaten to sue state if eviction moratorium is extended
New York’s largest landlord group is threatening to sue the state Legislature if lawmakers extend the pandemic-era eviction moratorium slated to expire Tuesday.
Intermix founder sells Tribeca penthouse for $14.5M
Khajak Keledjian, the meditation mogul who co-founded the boutique fashion brand Intermix, has sold his Tribeca penthouse pad for $14.5 million. The sale came after the spread, at 140 Franklin...
Moderate Democrats should be demanding Jake Sullivan's head to prevent future disasters
If moderate Democrats, furious over the disastrous Afghanistan pullout, want to ensure the Biden administration doesn’t produce any more overseas disasters, they should demand the head of National Security Adviser...
Sandra Oh: I needed therapy after 'traumatic' 'Grey's Anatomy' fame
The "Killing Eve" actress needed to see a doctor after she played one for 10 seasons on "Grey's Anatomy."
Letters to the Editor — Aug. 31, 2021
The Issue: The 13 servicemen and -women killed in last week’s terror attack during the evacuation in Kabul. It was so sad to see Sgt. Nicole Gee on the front...
Grudge and fury: De Blasio blames high crime on NYC courts' low verdict output
Mayor Bill de Blasio blamed New York City's high crime rate on courts across the five boroughs, and revealed they've rendered just 18 criminal verdicts this year.
SEC weighing ban on controversial PFOF payment system
The Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Gary Gensler said a full ban of the controversial payment for order flow (PFOF) practice is “on the table,” financial newspaper Barron’s reported on...
Wild puma rescued from Bronx home
An 80-pound cougar moonlighting as a house cat was rescued from a Bronx home last week and is now headed to a sanctuary in Arkansas.
Michael Eisner caught looking in MLB strikeout
Major League Baseball’s breakup with Topps Co. smacked Michael Eisner on the back of the head
The best skincare for men of 2021: 13 products for a new routine
Looking for the best men's skincare products? Here are 13 expert-approved cleansers, moisturizers and shaving creams for men to achieve clear skin.
Biden's helping hand to terror ... and other commentary
Conservative: Biden’s Helping Hand (to Terror) “The more Joe Biden mutters, ‘The buck stops here,’ or ‘I take full responsibility,’ the more we know he will not,” rages Victor Davis...
Play it again, mice-stro! Rat learns the harmonica
This rat is doing better than New York City's subway dwellers. Watch as Mr. Blik, a pet rat in Heerlen, Netherlands, plays a tiny harmonica after his owners put honey...
Obama's education secretary compares anti-maskers to Kabul suicide bomber
A former Obama education secretary has slammed anti-maskers and foes of the vaccine, comparing them to the suicide bomber behind the explosion at the Kabul airport.
Stuck in a 'situationship'? Flee these toxic men who won't commit
Ladies beware! The situationship is a tactic men use to keep a steady hook-up without any adult responsibility of having a partner.
Mollie Tibbetts' murderer sentenced to life in prison without parole
The former farmhand convicted of kidnapping and killing 20-year old University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts was sentenced to life in prison with no chance for parole by a judge...
Yankees left with maddening Gary Sanchez dilemma again
What can they expect to get from Gary Sanchez?
Jill Biden delivers back-to-school COVID message
First Lady Jill Biden on Monday issued a message to parents and teachers in support of mask-wearing and COVID-19 vaccinations.
MTA slow to find cause of service-halting subway power outage: Gov. Hochul
Officials with the MTA were slow to diagnose the cause of Sunday's massive subway power outage, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Monday.
Yankees minor leaguer furious after being beaned by pitch
Yankees minor leaguer Max McDowell has called out the pitcher that struck him in the head with a 95-mph fastball.
Rikers Island inmates indicted for alleged boiling water attack
Seven Rikers Island inmates have been indicted for allegedly pummeling another jailbird -- and then pouring a pot of boiling water on him, authorities say.
Last US planes leave Kabul airport, ending Afghanistan war
The last American evacuation flights left Kabul’s international airport Monday, ending the longest US war weeks shy of its 20th anniversary -- but with hundreds of American citizens and thousands more Afghan...
Ex-CIA 'spy' who bragged about being first to call COVID a hoax dies from the virus
A former CIA officer who claimed to be the first person to call the coronavirus a hoax has died -- after testing positive for COVID-19 and denying it is real.
Ninety percent of NYC Asians aged 13 to 17 are fully vaccinated — far outpacing other teen groups
Roughly 90 percent Asian city kids between the ages of 13 and 17 are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to the Department of Health.
NYC man freed on bail despite gun charge admits to fatal shooting
Tyrek Williams admitted to shooting two people — killing one — while out on bail on felony firearm charges, according to police and sources.
Francisco Lindor is the real Mets issue: Sherman
The Mets don’t have a Javy Baez issue. The issue is his teammate.
Trevor Lawrence's wife feeling 'postgame joy' after QB's brilliant performance
The No. 1 pick completed 11 of 12 passes for 139 yards in a 34-14 Jacksonville preseason win over the Cowboys
Gov. Hochul urged to release Cuomo pal's nursing home scandal records
Gov. Kathy Hochul should publicly release all records regarding SUNY Chancellor James Malatras' role in preparing a discredited state Health Department report, lawmakers said.
Jennifer Lopez's mom gets lucky in Ben Affleck's new gambling commercial
"Come on, Lupe!" she exclaims while expertly playing two slot machines at once. "You can do this, girl, just like the slots in St. Louis!"
Taliban gave US chance to secure Kabul: report
As Taliban fighters retook the Afghan capital of Kabul in a lightening offensive earlier this month, insurgents offered to allow the U.S. to hold the city.
Doctor facing trial accused of asking Hells Angels to snuff witness
A Connecticut doctor charged with fraudulently selling opioid prescriptions for cash has now been accused of trying to hire someone from the Hells Angels to kill a potential witness at...
Disney held mediation talks with alleged 'GMA' sex-assault victims
Disney held mediation talks in June with two women who say they were sexually assaulted by a former top producer at "Good Morning America" in an apparent attempt to stave...
Billionaire investor Paulson: Cryptocurrencies will 'go to zero'
Hedge fund manager John Paulson made $20 billion predicting the downfall of the US housing market in 2008. Now, he's predicting cryptocurrencies will "go to zero."
Think your bridesmaid was extra? This one was a real pig
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Hannah and Glenn Divine decided to keep their wedding party as small as possible. In fact, they didn’t invite any humans at all — just...
Face-off! Education Dept. probes 5 states' bans on universal school masking
The U.S. Education Department wants to determine if the five states are hindering the ability of vulnerable children to safely attend school.
Video shows gunfight in Bronx with off-duty cops
A new video shows a 24-year-old man pumping two rounds into the sky before he's fatally shot by an off-duty cop in the Bronx — as his dad returns fire...
Prosecutors seek death penalty for Georgia spa mass shooter
Robert Aaron Long, 22, has already pleaded guilty to killing four people at the Young’s Asian Massage parlor in Cherokee County on March 16.
Tom Cruise insisted 'driving force' Val Kilmer appear in 'Top Gun' sequel
Kilmer played Admiral Tom "Iceman" Kazansky in the original 1986 film.
'The View' to have conservative guest hosts after Meghan McCain's exit
Meghan McCain may have left "The View" in July, but the show is in no rush to find a permanent replacement.
Instagram to make users reveal birth dates to protect minors
Instagram will begin requiring users to confirm their birthdays as part of an effort to create new safety features for young people, the Facebook-owned social media app said Monday. Instagram...
WHO exec backs third shots after agency called for booster moratorium
Dr. Hans Kluge remarks were at odds with the organization's previous plea for “a moratorium on boosters” so that Third World countries could get their first and second doses.
British government to ban single-use plastic utensils
The British government has announced plans to ban single-use plastic utensils in England as part of a wide-ranging Environmental Bill that aims to tackle plastic pollution. The Bill, which has gained new amendments since its last pass through...
Knives Out: 'The Flying Ginsu' rains blades on ISIS
The missile used in the retaliatory airstrike against the Islamic State packs no explosives, and ejects six blades at the target of the strike to help reduce civilian casualties.
Chanel buys up more jasmine fields to safeguard famous No. 5
The luxury group said it had bought up an extra 10 hectares of land, adding to the 20 hectares it already exploits in partnership with a local family near the...
Top Trump lawyer predicts Big Tech case will go to the Supreme Court
Former President Donald Trump’s top lawyer in his lawsuit against Google, Facebook and Twitter believes the case will be decided by the Supreme Court.
Pierce Brosnan yanks $100M home off market after 1 year without offer
Looks like 007 has failed at a mission. Initially listed in September 2020, it was removed by Brosnan last month without attempting to lower the hefty price tag.
Croatia thrilled at summer season success despite COVID-19
Summer tourism has exceeded even the most optimistic expectations in Croatia this year. Once fearful that the coronavirus pandemic would discourage people from traveling, Croatia’s tourism industry was caught by...
Ida's fury: Storm leaves 1 million without power, 2 dead with toll set to rise
The death toll from Hurricane Ida, which slammed Louisiana as a powerful Category 4 storm Sunday, is expected to rise “considerably” as search and rescue crews branch out, Gov. John...
Reacting to Javy Baez's controversial message to fans
Javy Baez kept it real with the media after the Mets' win on Sunday. He essentially told Mets fans to stop booing their own players.
If there’s anything to buy before Prime Day, it’s this Vitamix blender we reviewed
We tested the Vitamix 5200 Blender for months. Here's why it's worth it, from mixing up smoothies to whipping up soups.
Woman smears her dog's poop into face of would-be kidnapper
Michael James Ward allegedly attacked the 30-year-old Tennessee woman while she was walking her dog on Aug. 22 along a trail in the Forks of the River Wildlife Management Area...
McDonald's prepares to close some dining rooms in COVID hotspots
Some McDonald’s eateries may close their dining rooms again as the Delta variant drives up the number of infections in certain parts of the country. The largest restaurant company in...
Possible breakthrough found in search for missing Kentucky mom
The FBI in Louisville said that investigators scouring for clues about the disappearance of Crystal Marie Rogers, 35, recovered the unspecified item at the Woodlawn Springs subdivision in Bardstown
Who's best bet in key NL wild-card matchup in Cincinnati?
The St. Louis Cardinals and Cincinnati Reds find themselves in the thick of the NL wild-card picture and will go toe-to-toe in Cincinnati on Monday.
Super Bowl QB goes ballistic on high school player in viral video
The since-viral footage shows Dilfer, who is head coach of the Lipscomb Academy football team, aggressively confronts his player, Beau Dawson, on the sidelines.
Osama bin Laden's al Qaeda security chief back in Afghanistan: videos
Amin ul-Haq, who was Osama bin Laden's security chief, has apparently returned to Afghanistan after two decades living in Pakistan, according to videos posted to social media.
Patriots announcer apologizes for 'racially insensitive' Cam Newton comment
The radio voice for the Patriots apologized Sunday after he was criticized for suggesting quarterback Cam Newton was distracted by rap music.
PayPal exploring a stock-trading platform that may take on Robinhood
Payments giant PayPal is reportedly exploring the launch of a stock-trading platform for its US customers that could take on Robinhood.
Pentagon slams leak showing US deaths in Kabul bombing could have been avoided
Pentagon spokesman John Kirby on Monday slammed an "unlawful" leak to Politico revealing the deaths of 13 US troops in the Kabul airport bombing could have been dodged
New Orleans' hate for Anthony Davis endures during Hurricane Ida
No one in New Orleans wants anything to do with Anthony Davis – not even in a hurricane.
Nets moving toward veteran buyout to open up roster spot
Jordan was a DNP in the final 16 games of the season, including all 12 in the playoffs.
Fans wait in line for hours at US Open after COVID vaccine mandate
Tennis fans were left waiting in massive lines for up to two hours Monday trying get into the US Open -- amid a mandate instituted just last week requiring proof...
PayPal wants to let customers trade stocks on its platform
PayPal Holdings is exploring ways to let its US customers trade individual stocks on its platform, CNBC reported on Monday, citing two sources familiar with the matter. The payments company also...
Professor resigns after student refuses to wear mask correctly
Irwin Bernstein, a retiree-rehire professor, told one student who arrived without a face cover on Aug. 24 to get one from the advising office.
'The Velvet Underground' doc trailer offers homage to 'filthy' NYC
The eponymously named flick, directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Todd Haynes, features in-depth interviews with “key players” from the group’s 1960s and ’70s heyday, as well as “never-before-seen performances."
Injured Swiss cows get helicopter ride from Alpine pastures
A dozen beasts got the lift to land near the Klausenpass mountain pass, around 6,400 feet above sea level.
Lawyer for 17 Capitol rioters MIA from court due to COVID: feds
Prosecutors went on to say that Pierce's condition had left his 17 clients charged for their alleged roles in the Jan. 6 riot "effectively without counsel."
Giants trade for former first-rounder
In need of a boost to their offensive line, the Giants on Monday traded defensive end BJ Hill to the Bengals for center and guard Billy Price, according to NFL...
Alabama linebacker charged with DUI in wreck near campus, suspended indefinitely
A sophomore at the University of Alabama was arrested by cops in Tuscaloosa Saturday, after the three-car crash left two of the vehicles heavily damaged.
NYPD cop, when told to mask up, says America has a 'problem'
An NYPD officer taunted a straphanger who photographed him without a mask on in public — complaining that America's "problem" was that "it's so free," a new video shows.
China cuts amount of time minors can spend on online games
The new rules, published on Monday, are part of a major shift by Beijing to strengthen control over its society and key sectors of its economy, including tech, education and...
Peloton debuts new treadmills with more safety features as government safety probes continue
Peloton unveiled a treadmill on Monday that it says is equipped with new safety features as the company faces multiple government probes for a previous model that allegedly caused injuries...
'Deeply troubling': North Korea restarted main nuclear reactor
North Korea restarted its main reactor used to produce plutonium for nuclear weapons, according to an international atomic regulatory agency, which called it "a cause for serious concern."
Boe-No! FAA still reviewing Boeing 777 engine fix after Denver emergency landing
FAA Administrator Steve Dickson told a US House committee in May that the agency was going to mandate strengthening a key part on Pratt & Whitney engines.
Trail of destruction: True extent of Ida's damage seen in daylight photos
The images showed a trail of damage Monday in New Orleans from the Category 4 storm, which slammed into the region, packing winds of up to 150 mph.
Inside Deion Sanders' wild reign at Jackson State — and the question that haunts it
Since Deion Sanders took over the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) program in December, so much has changed.
West Indian parade J'ouvert canceled over COVID again
The West Indian Day Parade and J’ouvert — the end of summer Caribbean emancipation celebration — will be canceled for the second consecutive year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Man smoking pot stabbed in head during fight on NYC train: cops
The dispute broke around 8:20 a.m. on a Manhattan-bound R train at 77th Street in Bay Ridge, according to police.
Expedition discovers island believed world’s northernmost
The yet-to-be-named island is about 850 yards north of Oodaaq, an island off Cape Morris Jesup, the northernmost point of Greenland and one of the most northerly points of land...
Hostile school board meetings have members calling it quits
A growing number are resigning or questioning their willingness to serve as meetings have devolved into shouting contests between deeply political constituencies over how racial issues are taught, masks in...
122K+ saved from Afghanistan, more than population of Aruba
More than 122,000 people have now been evacuated from war-torn Afghanistan by the US and its allies -- more than the population of Caribbean vacation destination Aruba.
GOP conference chair announces birth of 'healthy baby boy'
GOP Conference Chair Elise Stefanik and her husband Matt Manda welcomed their newborn son on Friday, according to an announcement the couple made Monday.
Jon Stewart feels super old in trailer for upcoming Apple TV+ series
The "Daily Show" host is coming back to TV for his new series tackling serious issues plaguing the nation.
Suicidal teen rescued after scaling tower near Chelsea Piers driving range
A suicidal teen scaled a tower at the Chelsea Piers golf driving range Sunday evening -- sparking a rescue operation lasting more than five hours, cops said.
Bryson DeChambeau loses it on Koepka fan after crushing loss: 'Get the f--k out'
Even when Bryson DeChambeau doesn’t win, he still dominates the storylines. After missing a birdie putt that gave Patrick Cantlay the win at the BMW Championship on Sunday, DeChambeau first...
Teacher yanked US flag from class, encouraged students to pledge to gay pride banner
A California teacher is being investigated for removing the US flag from her classroom and encouraged students to pledge allegiance to a gay pride banner.
Blinken was vacationing in Hamptons hours before Kabul fell
Despite warnings that Kabul was at risk of collapse, Secretary of State Antony Blinken was vacationing in the Hamptons just hours before the Taliban invaded and toppled the government.
Rare stingless bees discovered by 4-year-old in California
Amateur entomologist Annika Arnout, 4, has made a discovery as rare as she is — a small population of stingless bees thriving in Palo Alto.
TikTok superstars Dixie and Charli D'Amelio on the price of viral fame
The family TikTok built discusses hate comments, anxiety and the glare of the social media spotlight ahead of their new reality series "The D'Amelio Show," premiering Sept. 3 on Hulu.
Patriots won't reveal Week 1 starter despite likely choice
The Patriots aren't ready to name a starting quarterback for the season opener.
House Republicans vow to not vote for increased debt ceiling
Citing trillions of dollars of government spending proposed by Democrats, the 103 House Republicans promised not to increase the debt ceiling under any circumstance.
Astra Space stock plummets nearly 25% after Space Force launch failure
Astra Space stock opened down 24 percent at $8.87 on Monday before recovering somewhat to $9.41 at mid-morning.
Penn Badgley is a dad out for blood in creepy 'You' Season 3 teaser
While the trailer doesn't show any scenes from the new season, it features a wicked voiceover from Badgley as he bakes a white cake topped with bloodied icing.
Australian state warns COVID-19 hospitalizations to peak in October
New South Wales, the epicenter of Australia's current outbreak, declared a record 1,290 new cases as the nation struggles to contain the highly contagious Delta variant.
Founder Elizabeth Holmes says ex-boyfriend and Theranos partner abused her
Holmes' attorneys said in a court filings unsealed over the weekend that they plan to introduce evidence in her trial this week.
'Damn!': Louisiana man opens window to see raging Hurricane Ida in viral video
Raymond Serigny shared a video on Facebook of himself pushing aside the frame of his air conditioner unit to get a glimpse of the Category 4 storm.
Sexy photo is 'what winning looks like' for Jake Paul's model girlfriend
Paul, who improved to 4-0 with a split-decision victory over Woodley on Sunday night, posted the snap with Julia Rose on his Instagram page with the "winning" caption.
Horrifying video shows Brazilian bank robbers strap hostages to cars as 'human shields'
Brazilian bank robbers strapped hostages to their getaway cars as "human shields" in an elaborate plot that saw the criminals also plant bombs throughout the city to aid their escape.
Ella + Mila celebrate summer with 20% off vegan nail polishes
Glisten very carefully. Summertime isn’t all bikinis and sunglasses. Outshine the sun (and everyone else) with nail polish that brings the heat at the pool, park, club, or really, anywhere...
Taliban execute folk singer days after saying music is 'forbidden,' family says
Fawad Andarabi's family told The Associated Press that he was shot dead Friday, just days after enforcers had searched his home and drank tea with him.
Americans want troops in Afghanistan until US citizens, allies evacuated: poll
A vast majority of Americans approve of keeping US troops in Afghanistan until all Americans and Afghan allies have been evacuated from the nation now under Taliban control.
Sample a taste of mushroom-based health supplements for 15% off
Alchemi mushrooms are grown with organic raw materials, so you can rest assured their nutritional content is on point and should safeguard your health.
Young pitcher will be difference in this AL matchup
Casey Mize shut out the Cardinals for five frames in his latest start on Aug. 24.
Clean easier with this Amazon-favorite cordless vacuum, now 25% off
If you’ve been meaning to upgrade your old school vacuum, the lightweight, highly-rated ORFELD V20 6-in-1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner is a great option.
Mets announcer to miss rest of season with medical issue
Rose, 67, has been in and out of the broadcast booth all year dealing with the medical issue.
Wife of Greek ambassador to Brazil sentenced to 31 years for planning his murder
Kyriakos Amiridis’ corpse was found over the 2016 Christmas holiday in a car that he and his wife had rented in a rough neighborhood on the outskirts of Rio.
Save over $50 on the top-rated LifePro PowerUp adjustable dumbbells set
Heres a deal we can throw our weight behind. If you’ve been thinking about weight training at home and upgrading your home gym, but are skeptical about investing in bulky...
New South African COVID-19 strain is the most mutated one yet: report
The C.1.2 strain has been linked to “increased transmissibility” and is said to have mutated the most from the original virus, which first emerged in Wuhan.
Girl, 5, bitten on face by venomous snake at Russian petting zoo
The girl was interacting with a rufous beaked snake when the predatory reptile curled around her neck and bit her on the face in an interaction caught on viral video.
Ethan Hawke: Robin Williams was 'incredibly irritating' on 'Dead Poets' set
He had a habit of making a ton of jokes on set ... He wouldn't stop — and I wouldn't laugh at anything he did."
Hurricane Ida reversed the flow of the Mississippi River
A US Geological Survey gauge detected the flow reversal in the Mississippi River near New Orleans on Sunday after the hurricane blasted ashore as a Category 4 storm.
Oregon counties request trucks for bodies as deaths climb
Tillamook County Emergency Director Gordon McCraw wrote in his request to the state that the county’s sole funeral home “is now consistently at or exceeding their capacity” of nine bodies.
Child obesity increased during COVID-19 pandemic: study
The study, published Friday on the Journal of the America Medical Association (JAMA) Network, found that "youths gained more weight during the COVID-19 pandemic than before it."
China bans minors from playing video games on school days -- and limits weekend hours
In an effort to fight addiction, gamers under the age of 18 will be allowed to play only during the hours of 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays,...
A third anti-vaccine conservative radio host dies of COVID-19
Marc Bernier, who had characterized himself as “Mr. Anti-Vax” on his weekday WNDB radio from Daytona Beach, died after a three-week fight against the virus, station officials announced late Saturday.
ESPN announcers turned on network for broadcasting bizarre high school football game
ESPN broadcast a high school football game on Sunday between IMG Academy and the unknown Bishop Sycamore out of Ohio.
Steve Cohen: Mets players 'hit the third rail' with thumbs-down at fans
A few players’ thumbs-down gesture and Javy Baez’s comments Sunday that is was meant to symbolically boo critical fans is big topic.
The NFC East underdog that shouldn't be dismissed
A look at some betting angles for the NFC East in 2021.
New Zealand reports first death tied to Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
A woman in New Zealand has died following complications with myocarditis that experts believe was prompted by the Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine.
Derek Jeter’s best Yankees moments — here is No. 7
It’s not quite “The Flip,” but “The Dive” is certainly a close second on the list of Jeter’s iconic defensive moments.
Texas 'freedom defender' who rallied against COVID-19 measures dies
Caleb Wallace, who led campaigns against COVID-19 measures, has died after trying to self-treat his own infection -- just weeks before the birth of his fourth child.
Raging California wildfire forces evacuations in South Lake Tahoe
Evacuation orders were issued for the city of 22,000 on Monday, as the two-week-old Caldor Fire raced toward Lake Tahoe, which straddles Nevada and California.
The best lululemon dance apparel, per a professional choreographer
Janelle Ginestra, a professional choreographer who has worked with P!nk, JLO and Nicki Minaj, shares her favorite dance apparel from lululemon.
'Our hearts are broken': Hundreds of young orchestra performers left behind in Kabul
According to Stryk and Taylor, the buses were sent to three different airport gates and honored a request from the US government to add seven US citizens to the busload
Chicago teen charged in woman's slaying eyed in carjacking spree: cops
The suspect, identified by CBS Chicago as Malique Long, 17, and a second unidentified teen are accused in the caught-on-camera killing of Yvonne Ruzich as she sat outside the grocery...
Nike closes corporate offices for mental health break
Nike is closing its corporate offices this week to give its employees a paid, week-long mental health break ahead of its September return-to-office plans.
Gov. Hochul slams 'unacceptable' MTA service disruption, vows to fix it
A total of 83 trains along the 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 lines, as well as the L train, came to a temporary halt, according to the...
'Leave It to Beaver' star Tony Dow hospitalized after 24-hour wait amid Delta surge
Thanks to a shortage of hospital beds caused by the surge of Delta variant infections in California, he spent "24 hours" suffering in the waiting room before being treated. The...
Ida weakens to tropical storm, still threatens dangerous flash floods
Ida weakened to a tropical storm over southwestern Mississippi Monday, a day after slamming into Louisiana as a dangerous Category 4 storm packing winds of up 150 mph.
US troops continue to evacuate Kabul as Aug 31. deadline looms
Since the Taliban took control of the country two weeks ago, about 114,000 people have been evacuated.
Jake Paul barely survives his toughest boxing test
The YouTube star improved to 4-0 with a split decision win over Tryone Woodley, outboxing the former UFC welterweight champ after getting rocked by a right hand.
Hurricane Ida could send US gas prices even higher ahead of Labor Day
As Hurricane Ida barrels through Louisiana, the storm threatens to send the price of gasoline even higher just as Americans prepare to take to the roads for Labor Day weekend.
We had to lose weight before facing our colleagues at the office again
Some workers are mortified about returning to work because they packed on pounds during COVID. Three women share their weight-loss success stories as they head back to the office.
EU recommends new travel restrictions on US travelers amid COVID-19 surge
The European Union on Monday is expected to formally recommend stopping nonessential travel from the US because of the surge in COVID-19 infections.
Biden ripped for apparently glancing at watch during ceremony for fallen troops
President Joe Biden has come under fire for apparently glancing at his watch during a solemn ceremony at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware for the 13 US troops killed...
Mom gives birth to surprise baby after night of drinking
A UK woman didn't know she was pregnant — until four hours before she had a baby. Lavinia Stanton, 23, from Halifax, thought her extra few pounds were "lockdown weight."...
A look into Hurricane Ida's chaos
Hurricane Ida is said to have the same impact as Katrina.
NYC shooting injures man who stumbles into candy store
A 43-year-old man was shot during a dispute in the lobby of a Lower East Side building on Sunday night.
Rockets fired at Kabul airport, reportedly intercepted by anti-missile system
Rockets were fired toward the Kabul airport on Monday morning and were reportedly intercepted by a US anti-missile system.
Former Knicks starter calls decision to leave a 'no-brainer'
Former Knicks shooting guard Reggie Bullock took a little dig at his former team’s prospects of improving upon last year’s 41-31 record during this weekend’s press conference,
US Open ready to welcome vaccinated fans at full capacity
The tennis begins at 11 a.m. Monday at the U.S. Open with no Roger Federer, no Rafael Nadal, no Serena Williams and no unvaccinated fans.
Gleyber Torres makes statement in first rehab game
Gleyber Torres is expected back when the Yankees open their next homestand on Friday and he took another step Sunday, playing his first rehab game with Double-A Somerset.
Rookie corner makes strong case for Giants roster spot
Three takeaways from the Giants' 22-20 loss to the Patriots on Sunday in their preseason finale.
Hundreds evacuated from subway trains after power outage
Two subway trains became stuck in the Harlem River tube on Sunday night when a power outage caused the disruption of several lines -- leaving hundreds of passengers to be...
Louisiana authorities confirm first death from Ida
Louisiana authorities on Sunday night reported the first death from Hurricane Ida -- a person who was possibly crushed by a fallen tree.
Why these Yankees losses should raise some concern
The Yankees admirably climbed back into this playoff race … and plenty of time exists for them to fall back out of it.