September 5, 2021
Mets pitcher roughed up in lopsided win: 'Didn’t do my job'
The Mets’ six-run outburst over five innings should have been plenty for Taijuan Walker on Sunday, but there was the right-hander departing before he could finish the fifth.
Yankees star delivers loud response to demotion
The Yankees’ new No. 9 hitter nearly put the team on his back with two big swings Sunday.
Teen phenom makes history the hard way at US Open
Carlos Alcaraz is growing from tennis’ future to its present right before our eyes at the U.S. Open. The 18-year-old Spaniard became the youngest male quarterfinalist at Flushing Meadows in...
Texas city's Lego-themed budget video goes viral
Arlington stepped up the typically boring budget presentation game last month with a stop-motion Lego video that has since gone viral nationwide for its creativity.
4 people, including 2 children, found shot dead inside burning Houston home
Two children and two adults were found shot dead inside a burning home in Houston on Sunday morning, a report said.
Tree of ‘Lies’ for Shameless Joe Biden over faux synagogue visit: Devine
Biden’s tall tale about going to the Tree of Life synagogue after the 2018 massacre is not the product of an ageing memory but symptomatic of a lifetime of lies.
Comedian Quigley doing 'ok' after taking fentanyl-laced coke
Kate Quigley told a friend she is doing “ok” after she was hospitalized after reportedly taking a tainted batch of cocaine that resulted in three deaths.
Yankees 'hopeful' injured reliever will return before season's over
The back end of the Yankees’ bullpen took another big blow on Sunday — and that was before it blew a game against the Orioles.
Taliban shoot, kill pregnant police officer in front of her family: report
The woman, identified as Banu Negar by local media outlets, was killed in front of family members outside of her family home in the city of Firozkah.
Ex-Marine accused of killing four people, including infant, in random rampage
The killing spree in Lakeland, Fla. came to an end when 33-year-old suspect Bryan Riley surrendered after being struck once during a shootout with deputies, WLTX reported.
Mets star is best hope to fix playoff problem he helped create
Francisco Lindor is a four-time All-Star who proved over this holiday weekend that he can be the solution to a problem he helped create.
De Blasio tours Queens business ravaged by Ida floodwaters
De Blasio visited La Adelita of Woodside on Roosevelt Ave. Sunday afternoon, which was crushed by the deluge causing thousands of dollars in damages to the business.
Clutch shot earns golfer $15 million victory
Patrick Cantlay delivered the goods again, this time with a 6-iron instead of a putter.
South Lake Tahoe residents can return as fire threat eases
The orders that sent 22,000 people in and around the resort fleeing last week were reduced to warnings as the fire virtually stalled a few scant few miles from the...
Gov. Hochul's cannabis appointment reeks of inexperience: lawmaker
Gov. Kathy Hochul's choice to head the new cannabis control board is a half-baked idea -- because the appointee has zero experience.
What the Yankees did is unforgivable: Sherman
The Yankees lost a series to that team, which means a few more words to pick from such as humiliating and embarrassing.
Mets veteran's red-hot bat easing loss of Brandon Nimmo
In two games since taking over the starting center-field duties, Kevin Pillar has reminded the Mets he’s capable of bringing another potent bat to the lineup.
SC lawyer called 911 after he was shot, airlifted with 'superficial' wound
Law enforcement announced new details in the strange shooting of prominent powerful South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh who was allegedly shot in the head on a rural road while on...
US Open has its newest star after another shocking upset
Naomi Osaka can feel a little better now. A new star is being born in Flushing Meadows and her name is Leylah Fernandez. The teenager from Montreal, who turns 19...
SpaceX cleared for historic civilian launch next week
SpaceX is set to launch its all-civilian crew to space next week on a three-day journey around the Earth that will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Jets expect to see a 'much different Sam Darnold'
On the NFL’s “Quarterback Revenge Tour,” it isn’t as hyped as Tom Brady visiting the Patriots in Week 4 or even Matthew Stafford going head-to-head against Jared Goff in Week...
NY won't cover COVID-related unemployment money when fed programs end: Hochul
New York will not pay to cover extended COVID unemployment benefits for the 1.6 million state residents receiving them when the related federal program expires, Gov. Kathy Hochul said.
Yankees' weekend to forget ends on brutal note
The weekend to feast turned into famine for the Yankees. Hosting the team with the worst record in baseball, the Yankees dropped the series against the Orioles, capped off by...
Man shot dead through car's window in Bronx, cops say
The victim was double-parked in front of 3001 Eastchester Road around 1 p.m. when another car pulled alongside him and a gunman fired one round, police said.
Meet this unknown Jets unit
The best way to depict the total anonymity of the Jets cornerbacks is to start at the top of the depth chart.
Chuck Schumer uses NYC damage from Ida to push big spending bills
Chuck Schumer used an appearance at one of the Manhattan subway stations inundated by flash-flooding from Hurricane Ida to stump for Biden's spending plans.
Defiant Human Rights Campaign boss refuses to resign over ties to Cuomo scandal
Alphonso David claimed in his statement that he had been asked to step down even after an independent review found "no indication of wrongdoing."
Star's perfect day leads Mets to another big win
Javier Baez went 4-for-4, reached base five times and drove in two runs, helping the Mets roll to a 13-6 victory at Nationals Park.
Letters to the Editor — Sept. 6, 2021
The Issue: The New York City Department of Education’s push to ban honor rolls and class rankings.
See who's singing to John Catsimatidis at Southampton bash
Billionaire supermarket mogul John Catsimatidis marked his birthday with a weekend Hamptons bash featuring speeches by Rudy Giuliani and Curtis Sliwa.
'Pray for the most vulnerable': Pope encourages countries to take in Afghan refugees
Pope Francis on Sunday encouraged countries to take in Afghan refugees who are trying to escape the oppressive Taliban regime, saying they should be able to "live with dignity." "In...
Biden's Afghanistan disaster — and his lies —are strong grounds for impeachment
Biden is, quite simply, a man unsuited to meet the challenges of the present moment. He is out of his league and, one hopes sooner rather than later, will find...
Hurricanes GM insists controversial move was not elaborate troll job
The Hurricanes pulled off the first unmatched offer sheet since 2007, snatching young center Jesperi Kotkaniemi from the Canadiens after Montreal declined to match the one year, $6.1 million deal.
Dutchman's stunning US Open run continues
He sounds like a revered renaissance painter -- and 25-year-old Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp has crafted some tennis art in Flushing Meadows that has landed him in the U.S....
CUNY enrollment plummets as COVID-19 pandemic continues
Student enrollment at CUNY has plummeted by an estimated 33,000 students at its 25 campuses combined over the past two academic years, according to unpublished data.
New York's Hurricane Ida tab at $50M — and growing: Hochul
Gov. Kathy Hochul said the price tag qualifies New Yorkers for major federal disaster assistance, including funding for people displaced during the storm.
Dems blamed Trump for COVID deaths but now won't blame Biden
If we use the standards that Democrats set during the Trump years, those COVID-19 deaths are also the responsibility of Biden.
NYC got through 9/11 — and it can get through dark days again
With reports of the second plane striking, it was clear that New York City — America — was under assault.
Video shows NYPD's futile efforts to rescue tot and family from Ida flooding
Tragically, 50-year-old Ang Gelu Lama, 48-year-old Mingma Sherpa and their son, 2-year-old Lobsang Lama, all drowned before rescuers could get to them.
Why most Americans no longer honor unions on Labor Day
Labor Day was once the nation’s most blatantly political national holiday — created by the trade-union movement.
Why — as NY's archbishop — I relish the Jewish high holy days
Especially do I relish their holy days, and two of the most significant, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, are upon us.
An inside look at deadly trip through Taliban-controlled Afghanistan
There are an estimated 16 checkpoints in total and although most wave you through, the presence of a woman in the car typically prompts the Taliban to ask a few...
MTA delays workers' COVID test mandate to after Labor Day deadline
Pat Warren cited "several factors" for the MTA making COVID-19 tests voluntary for now, including "several issues raised by our labor unions" and last week's crises
Reporter says she was 'violated' by fans during Georgia-Clemson game: 'Don't touch me!'
Lyndsey Gough, the sports director of WTOC 11 in Georgia, posted a video of several fans running into her TV shot, yelling and allegedly touching her and her equipment.
NY Fashion Week will highlight the newest trend: stay-at-home comfort
As the fashion season kicks into high gear, big-name designers are aiming to make loose and stretchy clothing look -- well, downright fashionable.
FDNY, NYPD rescue man trapped in 25-foot-deep hole in Queens woods
Officials said they got a call around 8 a.m. that a 47-year-old man was trapped with injuries in a hole somewhere near Exit 36 of the Cross Island Parkway.
Giants haven't escaped massive Saquon Barkley conundrum
The big decision for the Giants regarding Saquon Barkley might not be the question asked around this team at least once a day for, oh, about the past two months.
High-tech virtual wall is the latest defense at the US-Mexico border
The high-tech watch poles known as Autonomous Surveillance Towers are powered by solar energy and use artificial intelligence.
Man randomly slugs woman at NYC subway station, knocks her onto tracks
The victim was standing on the train platform of the Nos. 4/5/6 stop in the Manhattan station around 10:39 a.m. when her attacker punched her in the face.
Trump responds to Supreme Court's not blocking Texas abortion law
In a new TV interview, Trump was asked if his three nominees to the court made a difference when it came to the controversial law.
Man nearly lights himself ablaze during arson at Brooklyn festival: video
Adnan Ali Hussein, 28, can be seen at the ticket booth for the 18th annual Feast of Santa Rosalia in Bensonhurst on Aug. 24, according to the FDNY, which released...
Moderna may not make deadline for booster-shot campaign rollout: Fauci
Moderna is still compiling the data necessary to prove to federal regulators that its booster shot is safe and effective for the general public.
Not their Finest hour! Watch NYPD cops in storm-ravaged Lousiana butcher local names
Members of the NYPD, FDNY and EMS, as well as six specially trained rescue dogs, were dispatched to Louisiana to aid in Hurricane recovery -- but couldn't pronounce the names...
Ex-NFL player goes pantless in Walmart after being rescued from flooded home
Freddie Mitchell said he was "that character" in Walmart — the guy who showed up without pants on. But the former NFLer had an excuse.
Former Patriots player's wild theory for Cam Newton's release
Former Patriots linebacker Rob Ninkovich says he knows why New England released Cam Newton and made Mac Jones the starting quarterback.
400-strong migrant caravan from Mexico headed for US border
The massive group, which left from the southern city of Tapachula on Saturday, began its northward trek after Mexican forces broke up at least two other caravans in the past...
Broken wall: Border Patrol forced to take matters into their own hands to fill hole left by Biden admin
When President Biden took office, his administration ordered a halt on the construction of a 30-foot high border fence, leaving a hole at one of most vulnerable stretches of the...
College football jersey features embarrassing error
Indiana’s lackluster performance in its season opener Saturday was foreshadowed by a peculiar mistake off the field – a spelling mistake that is.
US Rep. says Taliban keeping Americans 'hostage' by not allowing flights to depart
McCaul said on “Fox News Sunday" that the flights have been cleared by the US State Department to depart but "the Taliban will not let them leave the airport."
Toxic algae found where hiking family mysteriously died
High levels of toxic algae that can make people "extremely sick" have been discovered in a river upstream where a California hiking family and their dog died under mysterious circumstances.
Yankees suffer big injury blow
The backend of the Yankees bullpen took another big blow on Sunday. Jonathan Loaisiga, who has been the Yankees' most reliable high-leverage arm this season, was placed on the 10-day...
Tom Brady tested positive for COVID-19 shortly after drunken boat parade
Tom Brady said he tested positive for the coronavirus in February -- shortly after his drunken adventures celebrating the Buccaneers' Super Bowl title. The legendary quarterback revealed his previous diagnosis...
Seven people wounded in NYC overnight shootings
All of the early Sunday morning gunplay occurred in the Bronx, and none of the victims were fatally wounded, cops said.
Murder suspect's bond revoked after allegedly stabbing witness
Felisha Washington, 27, was ordered back to jail Friday after she allegedly stabbed a woman who could have been called to the witness stand in her trial for the murder...
New details emerge in former wrestler's death
Daffney Unger, the former professional wrestler who was found dead last week, succumbed to an apparent gunshot wound to the chest.
Gov says 'a lot more' than 700K without power in Louisiana a week after Ida
A week after Hurricane Idea hit Louisiana, "a lot more" than 700,000 people in the Bayou State are without power, Gov. John Bel Edwards said Saturday.
'Going door to door': California woman in Kabul says Taliban are 'hunting' Americans
A pregnant woman from California who is stranded in Afghanistan said the Taliban is "hunting" Americans now that the US military has withdrawn from the country.
NFL bettors must start looking past Week 1 now
The 2021 NFL season begins on Thursday with the Dallas Cowboys visiting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. But there’s value in taking a look ahead to Weeks 2-18 now. There are...
Surfer dies after shark attack off Australia’s east coast
The man, who is believed to be in his 20s, suffered a significant injury to his arm when he was attacked by the shark Sunday off Shelly and Emerald beaches...
Runs will be at a premium in this AL showdown
Though Cole Irvin has not been much of a strikeout pitcher and doesn’t have a gaudy record, he has been solid for the Oakland Athletics and will look to outduel...
Three shot at Towson University in 'egregious act of violence'
Three people were shot at Towson University, including one student, early Saturday morning in an "egregious act of violence," the school's president announced.
Add smart functionality to your home with this discounted light switch
Making your regular home into a smart home is an intelligent way to improve the technology you live with — and the way you interact with it.
Mets will get back on winning track: Take it to the bank
“I’m at the point where I’m trying to figure out what I want to do. When I win, I don’t feel happy. When I lose, I feel very sad. I...
This exercise machine reduces stress and is $120 off for Labor Day
The LifePro Waver Mini Vibration Plate Exercise Machine dispels stress — starting with their $120 discount for Labor Day weekend 2021.
I quit my job due to an abusive boss, but how do I explain this to prospective employers?
How do you handle looking for a new job after leaving a job in an abusive environment? What do you do when an employee trashes your company on social media?...
Want to be the ultimate digital nomad? Work from your yacht
Meet four globe-trotters who excelled in their careers from a remote office -- while living on yachts and traveling the world.
Top general fears civil war, resurgence of terror groups in Afghanistan
Gen. Mark Milley, the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, said a civil war could break out in Afghanistan and lead to a resurgence of terror groups like al-Qaeda...
8-year-old girl dead from possible police gunfire during football game
There is a “high probability” that police officers' gunfire killed an 8-year old girl and injured three other bystanders at a Pennsylvania high school football game.
Slumping Yankees slugger awards Aaron Boone's faith
Joey Gallo needed that one, even if the Yankees couldn’t pull off another late victory over the Orioles. Gallo remained in the No. 2 spot in the batting order Saturday...
Why Mets didn't start two big-name stars in nightcap loss
Francisco Lindor was the Mets’ hero in their 11-9 win in the opener of Saturday’s doubleheader against the Nationals, and Javier Baez contributed offensively as well. The two were then...
The Satanic Temple joins backlash against Texas abortion law
The Satanic Temple lobbied for the FDA to provide abortion pills to its Texas members, arguing it qualifies as an exemption as a faith-based group that supports the procedure.
American men's tennis may be on the rise
Maybe American men’s tennis isn’t dead after all. Wild-card Jenson Brooksby, towering No. 22 Reilly Opelka and Frances Tiafoe all won Saturday to advance to the Round of 16 at...
Cops discover dead bodies suspected of drug overdoses in Queens house
Three people were found dead of suspected drug overdoses at a Queens residence on 106th Road in Jamaica, Saturday night.
Jaws alert! Massachusetts angler catches sharp-fanged frankenfish
A Massachusetts man hauled in a fanged fish that experts said is an invasive species that isn't from North America and is illegal in the US.
Marcus Stroman showed off his athleticism on this play
Marcus Stroman wasn’t at his sharpest in the opener of a doubleheader split against the Nationals on Saturday, but the right-hander did flash his tremendous athletic ability as the Mets...
Georgia makes early statement with defensive gem
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Christopher Smith returned an interception 74 yards for a touchdown and No. 5 Georgia turned in a defensive effort for the ages, toppling third-ranked Clemson 10-3 on...
NYC cab driver, 15-year-old boy shot in crossfire during gunfight
A cab driver was shot in the head and a 15-year old shot in the stomach after an exchange of gunfire in Harlem on Saturday night.
Videos show NYPD, protesters clash outside of NYC precinct
A large group protesting the fatal shooting of 24-year-old Michael Rosado gathered outside of the 46th precinct in the Bronx on Friday.
Comedian Fuquan Johnson, two others dead after overdose of fentanyl-laced coke: report
Fuquan Johnson was pronounced dead while fellow comedian Kate Quigley was hospitalized after they reportedly overdosed on a batch of fentanyl-laced cocaine.
London building where 72 were killed in 2017 fire to be taken down
Grenfell Tower, where 72 people were killed as the building went up in flames, is set to be demolished no earlier than June 22, the fifth anniversary of the fatal...
Denmark, Netherlands ban unvaccinated US travelers
The countries announced the new vaccination requirements days after the European Union took the country off its safe travel list earlier in the week over the surge in COVID-19 cases.
Louisiana nursing home owner crams hundreds of elderly patients into warehouse
Bob Dean Jr., who owns several nursing homes in Louisiana, is under fire as "only" five patients died in disgusting conditions as Hurricane Ida barrelled through the state.
Grieving neighbor says cops could have saved Queens family that drowned in basement
A grieving neighbor of a Queens family who died in their flooded basement apartment during Ida claims police passed up a chance to save the couple and toddler. Nancy Pico,...