September 21, 2021

New R.1 COVID-19 variant spreads quickly at Kentucky nursing home

A new variant of the COVID-19 virus has been identified at a Kentucky nursing home, where it infected 45 residents and workers, many of whom were vaccinated.

Yankees pitcher's return after 707 days a 'proud moment'

For the first time in 707 days, Luis Severino returned to a major league mound Tuesday night in The Bronx.

Manning 'Monday Night Football' show sees massive ratings jump

The “Monday Night Football” presentation with Peyton and Eli Manning increased its viewership by 138% over last week's debut, becoming the most-watched alternate telecast in ESPN history.

Pitcher's rare letdown pushes Mets further out of contention

The blahness bug that has infected so many of his teammates lately may finally have taken a bite out of Marcus Stroman, who surrendered two home runs Tuesday night from...

Brazil’s health minister, in NYC for UN General Assembly, tests positive for COVID

Brazil’s Health Minister Marcelo Queiroga tested positive for COVID-19 hours after attending the UN General Assembly in NYC on Tuesday, government officials said.

White House press pool rages as Biden snubs US scribes at UK meeting

Some from the White House media protested to Jen Psaki Tuesday after President Biden declined to take questions during the public portion of his meeting with Boris Johnson.

Yankees keep pace in wild-card race as key pitcher returns

The Yankees entered the night still chasing Boston and Toronto for the two AL wild-card spots, but have taken advantage of facing the last-place Rangers with consecutive wins.

Eric Adams get$ it!

Democratic mayoral nominee Eric Adams understands the importance of keeping rich New Yorkers and companies in the Big Apple -- instead of alienating them like Mayor Bill de Blasio has,...

New witness sheds light on fight between Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie over cellphone

Gabby Petito and boyfriend Brian Laundrie fought over a phone and argued “aggressively” in front of onlookers outside a Utah store last month.

Biden's asylum policies for migrants at the border are insane

Asylum-seekers from the Caribbean, such as Haitians and Cubans, are packed onto planes and sent back where they came from.

Yankees step closer to getting top reliever back

With the clock ticking down on the regular season, Yankees reliever Jonathan Loaisiga is making progress to get back on the mound before it ends.

Center fielder may be answer Mets have been looking for

The center fielder the Mets searched for all of last winter might have been right in front of them.

Curtis Sliwa bashes BLM protesters while eating at Carmine's after hostess attack

Curtis Sliwa dined at Carmine's on the Upper West Side to show solidarity with the hostess who was attacked by tourists, allegedly over the city's vaccine mandate.

The $3.5 trillion monster includes Biden's obscene gifts to his union backers

Nonunion workers make up nearly 90 percent of the US workforce. President Joe Biden is giving them the shaft.

Pitcher wants to 'hold up my end of the bargain' with Yankees

Zack Britton began physical therapy Tuesday after his season-ending elbow surgery this month.

Mets lay out plan for potential Noah Syndergaard return

Noah Syndergaard’s road back to the Mets will include a pit stop with Triple-A Syracuse.

House passes short-term spending bill that increases debt limit

The House passed a short-term government funding bill that includes a debt limit increase along party lines on Tuesday, which will then move onto the Senate.

Three Fort Drum soldiers die of apparent suicides 3 days apart

Three Fort Drum soldiers died of suspected suicides in the span of three days last week, authorities announced Sunday.

Gabby Petito case renews push to find 24-year-old geologist who went missing in Arizona

Gabby Petito's publicized search and recovery mission has renewed demand for authorities to find a 24-year-old geologist who went missing in the Arizona desert two months ago.

Conor McGregor's first pitch is one of the worst you'll ever see

It wasn’t exactly a punch-out.

Unvaxxed Florida man dies of COVID minutes before his grandchild is born

Shane O’Neal, who was unvaccinated, died from COVID-19 on Sept. 3 just 19 minutes before his daughter Kylie Dean gave birth to a son in the Jacksonville area.

Crack is wack: Naked NYC man repeatedly spotted strutting his stuff

The Desnudo Don put outdoor diners, including Park Avenue socialite Eleanora Kennedy, briefly off their appetizers when he wandered past Amaranth on 62nd Street

US Ryder Cup rookies could thrive this week

The U.S. Ryder Cup team has six rookies, but many of them already have big wins and strong records on their resume.

Haitian migrants hijack bus, briefly escape en route to deportation flight: report

A group of Haitian migrants who were being bused to San Antonio briefly took control of the vehicle Monday before making a break for it.

Ryder Cup can save golf villain from his controversial reputation

One week — this week — can change everything for Bryson DeChambeau.

Critics claim 'missing white woman syndrome' has overshadowed these missing persons cases

Most disappearance cases involving people of color quickly fall off the national radar — a racist double-standard considering the current Gabby Petito saga, critics claim.

Willie Garson, beloved 'Sex and the City' actor, dead at 57

Willie Garson, the actor who played the beloved character Stanford Blatch on "Sex and the City" and real-life best friend of Sarah Jessica Parker, has died. He was 57.

Woman threw injured puppy into ocean because she couldn't afford a vet: cops

Georgia native Candy Marban is facing a felony charge of aggravated cruelty to animals after she allegedly threw the innocent dog into the ocean, according to Tybee Island Police Department.

'Nothing of note': Search for Brian Laundrie in Florida preserve wraps up for the day

Headed by the FBI as part of a criminal investigation, the hunt for Laundrie resumed in the vast 25,000-acre Carlton Reserve in Sarasota County a day after local police had...

Nets' championship goal remains the same

According to Nets GM Sean Marks, the goal for Brooklyn is to be the 'last team standing.

De Blasio has still set up NYC kids for needless school closures

International and local data showed that schools could be reopened safely even before vaccines were available.

The Mets' Noah Syndergaard dilemma

In some ways, Noah Syndergaard is as intriguing a solo figure as there is in the Mets’ organization.

Patronage is good: City election official's eyebrow-raising defense of hiring political cronies

A top official at the New York City Board of Elections defended the hiring of political cronies over a merit-based selection system during a state Senate hearing Tuesday in Albany.

In the chair tonight: Why Phil Collins is still touring despite health issues

Truly against all odds, Phil Collins, 70, is back touring with Genesis despite spinal injuries that have left him unable to hold drumsticks.

A dynasty’s sinking ship

Princess Diana’s brother Charles, the 9th Earl Spencer — mum about Diana or any royal or anything anybody itches to know — has a new HarperCollins book.

'My darkest secret': Uma Thurman reveals teen abortion trauma

“It has been my darkest secret until now. I am 51 years old, and I am sharing it with you from the home where I have raised my three children,...

Adam Devine to star in 'Pitch Perfect' spinoff on Peacock

A "Pitch Perfect" spin-off series has been ordered at Peacock, and Adam Devine will be headlining in his previous role in the film franchise that the fans all have loved...

Google's $2.1 billion NYC building purchase is proof that offices aren't dead

Jubilation swept the New York real estate world on Tuesday over Google’s announcement that it plans to purchase the huge St. John’s Terminal building at West Houston Street and the...

Teenager shot to death at Boston hotel party

A man shot a 17-year-old girl dead as he “flirted” with her at a Boston hotel party where attendees posed for selfies with a loaded semi-automatic pistol, authorities said.

Larry David and Timothée Chalamet's age gap has nothing on these IRL bromances

The lively lunch date between "Curbed" curmudgeon Larry David, 74, and Timothée Chalamet, 25, sparked a convo about intergenerational friendships.

Jets' 2020 draft class full of concerns

Joe Douglas' first Jets draft class has struggled to stay on the field. While it's not time to panic, it is a cause for concern.

Rare Manhattan home on exclusive off-grid street lists for $1.7M

The 1,600-square-foot townhouse stands on Sylvan Court in East Harlem -- a tucked-away alley that's believed to have led to horse stables in the 19th century.

NYU student injured after pair of shootings just minutes apart in Brooklyn

An NYU student and a 27-year-old man were shot Tuesday afternoon in a pair of separate incidents of gunplay just minutes apart on busy Downtown Brooklyn streets, police said.

Bureaucrats, Democrats are needlessly killing a powerful anti-smoking tool

The Food and Drug Administration’s inaction to approve any marketing of vaping products and taxing them is hurting American smokers from making a lifesaving switch away from tobacco.

Aaron Boone opens up about his uncertain job security

With less than two weeks remaining in the regular season, Aaron Boone’s focus remains on the fate of his team.

As NYC fought to reopen council, Speaker CoJo went AWOL for summer

City Council posted its least productive summer in two decades, a Post analysis reveals.

'The Wonder Years' reboot: Same year, worlds apart from the original

ABC's reboot of "The Wonder Years" offers an interesting, though not groundbreaking, alternative to its forerunner. It's been 28 years since we watched Kevin Arnold (Fred Savage) come of age...

Eric Adams' sound talk on schools, 'Tax the Rich' bodes well for NYC's future

New York’s likely next mayor, Eric Adams, is serving up some much-needed common sense.

Establishment's reboot crashes and other commentary

Conservative: Establishment’s Reboot Crashes President Biden’s “selling point was ‘competence,’ ” notes Daniel McCarthy at Spectator World, but he is “beginning to feel like an ex-president after only [eight] months in...

Cuomo cut off: Hochul ends taxpayer funding for ex-gov aides' legal bills

Gov. Kathy Hochul is cutting off all taxpayer funding for legal bills wracked up by aides to disgraced ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo as several investigations continue.

For the cause of all crises cited in NYC's report card, de Blasio should look in the mirror

Mayor Bill de Blasio wants to set the record straight: When it comes to running the city, the buck stops with . . . COVID.

Mother and daughter charged with murder in illegal botched butt lift

A Los Angeles mother and daughter have been charged with allegedly murdering an aspiring adult film star with an illegal butt lift surgery that led to the 26-year-old's death.

FBI arrests man for planting bombs outside Michigan cellphone stores

The FBI has arrested a man for allegedly planting bombs outside cellphone stores in Northern Michigan, the agency announced Tuesday.

Colorado man charged with killing missing wife sought to 'hunt and control' her: affidavit

Barry Lee Morphew was charged in May with first-degree murder and other counts in the presumed death of his wife, Suzanne, who was reported missing after she didn’t return from...

Letters to the Editor — Sept. 22, 2021

The Issue: David Baddiel’s column criticizing those who blame Israel’s policies on Jewish people. It’s no secret that to the left, anti-Semitism has become an acceptable form of racism. David...

At least six injured in stabbing, car crash outside Bronx high school

At least six people were injured Tuesday afternoon outside Harry S. Truman High School after a teen was stabbed in a car before the driver sped off and hit pedestrians.

Nets don't foresee vaccine issues with players

Brooklyn GM Sean Marks stressed Tuesday that he foresees no vaccine issues for his team with training camp slated to open next Tuesday in La Jolla, Calif..

Giants star defends struggling teammate with Steph Curry analogy

Of all the many things wrong with the Giants — especially on defense — right now, none are more surprising than James Bradberry’s struggles.

Psaki's latest lie sums up Team Biden's upside-down approach to immigration, vaccines

Even for the Biden White House, Jen Psaki’s latest whopper stands out: The press secretary actually said that the vast tide of migrants crossing the southern border is “not intending to...

Britney Spears' conservatorship to be explored in new Netflix doc

"Hi. My name is Britney Spears. I called you earlier. I'm calling again because I just wanted to make sure that during the process of eliminating the conservatorship...," the eerie...

Euro captain motivates Ryder Cup team with 'powerful' video

Only 164 European players have played in a Ryder Cup, which is fewer than the number of people who’ve flown into space or climbed Mount Everest.

The mysterious reason why Aaron Rodgers is growing out his hair

On Tuesday, the Packers quarterback revealed that his longer hair he's been sporting throughout the year is part of his Halloween costume.

The top 10 most compelling missing persons cases before Gabby Petito

The disappearance of Gabby Petito garnered headlines coast-to-coast as new twists and turns emerged — but it's just one of the countless missing persons cases to grip the nation.

The Hunter Biden laptop is confirmed?! Color us shocked!

The truth is The Post’s reports on Hunter Biden's laptop have always been true, and it’s only because the media wants to protect Joe Biden that they keep referring to...

Fauci says he supports vaccine mandate for children

With COVID-19 cases among kids rising, Dr. Fauci is in favor of stronger actions. Fauci said on MSNBC that he favors COVID-19 vaccination mandates in schools.

R. Kelly unlikely to take witness stand as sex crimes trial nears end

Testimony in R. Kelly’s racketeering and sex crimes trial could wrap up as soon as Wednesday — as attorneys for the disgraced superstar wind down their defense of the accused...

AOC, 'Squad' force House Dems to spike $1B for Israel's Iron Dome from spending bill

The language was stripped from a continuing resolution that would keep the federal lights on through early December after the "Squad" members threatened to withhold their support for the bill...

Elvira reveals longtime girlfriend, Wilt Chamberlain assault and more

In a new book, “Yours Cruelly, Elvira: Memoirs of the Mistress of the Dark," TV icon Elvira opens up about her relationship with a woman and more.

Goldman populist pay flap led in part by son of $108B fund bigwig

The son of TPG Capital Vice Chairman Jonathan Coslet was one of the ringleaders behind a PowerPoint presentation that went viral earlier this year, according to Bloomberg.

Arbitrary rule causes Rangers dilemma with standout prospect

Cuylle, a standout during the Rangers' development camp, is ineligible to be assigned to AHL Hartford.

How stars like J.Lo craft their personas — and what they're really like

“She knows exactly who she is and gets back up when she stumbles,” J.Lo's former publicist Rob Shuter told The Post.

Coroner confirms Gabby Petito’s body found in Wyoming, death ruled a homicide

The death of Gabby Petito has been initially declared a homicide, as an autopsy positively identified the body found at a Wyoming national park as that of the missing Long Island...

Curtis Sliwa asks neighbors if Eric Adams really lives in New Jersey

GOP mayoral nominee Curtis Sliwa seized on renewed reports that his rival Eric Adams does not live in Brooklyn — but actually resides in a New Jersey apartment — by...

UN chief grades world on vaccine rollout: 'F in Ethics'

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres reprimanded the world on Tuesday for the inequitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, describing it as an "obscenity" and giving the globe an "F in Ethics."

Brian Laundrie's bedroom: Inside the home of America's most wanted man

FBI agents raided the fugitive's Florida bedroom after Gabby Petito's remains were found and her death was ruled a homicide.

Gillian Anderson's Emmy party penis cake: 'Congrats on a BIG one!'

Gillian Anderson, star of the Netflix comedy "Sex Education," was congratulated for her latest Emmy win with an X-rated celebration cake.

NHL player banned from team for refusing COVID-19 vaccine

NHL player Zac Rinaldo’s refusal to get the COVID-19 vaccine may end up costing him his job.

UK PM Boris Johnson hops Amtrak from NYC to DC for meeting with Biden

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson rode the rails ahead of his first visit to the White House Tuesday, climbing aboard an Amtrak train at Penn Station for the trip to...

Germans shocked by killing of cashier after COVID mask row

German politicians expressed shock on Tuesday over the killing of a 20-year old petrol station worker after an argument about a face mask.

Search crews facing difficulties in hunt for Brian Laundrie

Search crews in the Florida wildlife preserve where Gabby Petito's boyfriend Brian Laundrie may have gone missing said they're up against "very difficult," swampy conditions -- with the investigation complicated by...

Simone Biles is making USA Gymnastics pay

Simone Biles continues to distance herself from USA Gymnastics.

Salmonella outbreak from 'unknown food source' detected in 25 US states

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned Friday that an outbreak of salmonella due to an "unknown food source" has been detected in 25 states across the U.S.

Google accused of promoting game where players sexually assault women

More like Google prey: A Florida TikTokker is accusing Google Play of marketing an appalling phone game to children, in which male players are encouraged to remove their "stepsister's" clothes...

After Afghans fell from plane, families live with horror

As the C-17 transporter gains altitude, shaky mobile phone video captures two tiny dots dropping from the plane.

Biden underwater in Iowa: New poll shows just a 31 percent approval rating

Iowa isn't heaven for President Biden right now. Less than a third of Iowans approve of the job he is doing, according to a new poll that was released this...

After 'WandaVision' Emmys snub, Kathryn Hahn set for Joan Rivers biopic series

Joan Rivers shall rise again — well, in a new Showtime limited series.

F-16 fighter jet alarms residents after intercepting Cessna in NYC

A fighter jet intercepted a small aircraft in the Big Apple on Tuesday, creating a “very loud” commotion that alarmed residents and set off car alarms, video shows.

In Nairobi slum, women train to fend off sexual assault

Sexual assault can happen to anyone, and the women are determined to fight back. Aged 60 to well over 90, they meet every Thursday afternoon to practice Taekwondo.

Enjoy Chef José Andrés' signature Spanish food at home with Goldbelly

You can create his traditional Spanish dishes right in your own home with these decadent food delivery kits.

Maine tops 1,000 deaths as Delta variant fills hospitals

An additional 18 deaths recorded in the state since Saturday pushed the total to 1,002 since the pandemic began nearly 19 months ago.

DHS chief can't even give 'ballpark' estimate on illegal immigration numbers

Alejandro Mayorkas insisted that the US borders are closed, but couldn't give an estimate on how many of the immigrants apprehended at the border are being held, were deported or...

Thousands evacuate from Spanish island as lava destroys everything in its path

A volcano eruption on one of Spain’s Canary Islands in the Atlantic forced thousands to evacuate and has already destroyed hundreds of homes as the lava continues to flow through...

Invasive fungus that harms bats is spreading in Washington

An invasive fungus that causes white-nose syndrome in bats continues to spread in Washington, with the fungus detected in late spring near Rimrock Lake.

Rolling Stones give 'poignant' private show in Boston after Charlie Watts' death

The Rolling Stones' first concert since drummer Charlie Watts died was a memorable one, attendees said -- and it took place at an exclusive private party bankrolled by New England...

SC lawyer now accused of 'orchestrating campaign' to frame teen for his son's deadly boat crash

The drug-addicted lawyer's son Paul had been set to face trial for the crash when he was found shot dead alongside mom Maggie Murdaugh, 52, in June of this year.

'The Sopranos' ended with 'Don't Stop Believin' because crew hated it

“I didn’t know Journey was the answer,” creator David Chase said about closing the series with one of the band's biggest hits. But the crew's foul reaction to the song...

US and Australia are 'working in lockstep,' Biden says with Australian PM

Following his address at the UN General Assembly, President Biden met with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison at the Intercontinental Barclay Hotel.

Our review of The Yes — the personalized online shopping platform

The coming-of-age shopping platform provides a customized approach to shopping for your favorite looks and brands.

Boris Johnson told Jeff Bezos Amazon has to pay fair share in taxes

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he told Amazon founder Jeff Bezos that the e-commerce behemoth must pay its fair share in taxes.

Two teens believed to be suicidal are missing in NY

Alexandria Patricia Baca-Funes, 13, and Freddy Turcios-Fune, 16 -- believed to be suicidal -- are missing and may have come into Manhattan from Long Island, police said.

13-year-old dog has 'Bark Mitzvah' with full coming-of-age ceremony

Ruth and Craig Ellenberg celebrated the milestone birthday with their beloved Havanese dog Rambo earlier this month, according to South West News Service.

Elon Musk reports 'challenges' with toilets during Inspiration4 Trip

Spacex CEO Elon Musk said he plans to upgrade the toilets on the company’s Dragon spacecraft after there were some “challenges” during the Inspiration4 civilian crew’s three-day trip.

‘The world must wake up’: Tasks daunting as UN meeting opens

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres rang the alarm in his annual state-of-the-world speech at the opening of the U.N. General Assembly’s high-level meeting for leaders of its 193 member nations.

Shop BaubleBar's spooky Halloween statement earrings this month

Just in time for Halloween, BaubleBar launched its spooky statement earrings to sport the season that we love.

Clock ticking on Nets' Kyrie Irving, James Harden contract goal

The Nets’ stated desire to have contract extensions in place for Kyrie Irving and James Harden still has not been achieved with one week remaining before training camp.

Boxing legend 'felt like ending my life' in dark moment

Pacquiao, 42, is a self-proclaimed Christian and said he once considered suicide due to habits he struggled with in the past that went against his faith. 

Bet on this AL contender to keep sliding

More than 500 movie props and memorabilia from Sylvester Stallone’s personal collection are being put up for auction. Don’t even think about outbidding Stitches for the Spider Rico autographed boxing...

Cambodian students build manned drone to aid community

With eight propellers and using a school chair for the pilot's seat, the drone was developed by students at the National Polytechnic Institute of Cambodia (NPIC) on the outskirts of...

Crucial hearing set in Boy Scouts bankruptcy case

A key hearing before a Delaware judge could determine whether the Boy Scouts of America might be able to emerge from bankruptcy later this year.

Bryson DeChambeau teases 'something fun' with rival Brooks Koepka

They broke bread together. Well, they ate together in the same room, anyway.

The Giants still have the same glaring problem

One more failed attempt to hit the reset button and the Giants might have to try gently blowing air into a video game cartridge.

Rihanna hikes up price of Hollywood Hills mansion to $7.8M

The six-bedroom, 10-bathroom home was built in 2015. It has high ceilings, arched doorways and steel-framed windows and a home theater.

Gabby Petito’s family to issue statement when body is brought ‘home’

The lawyer for the parents of Gabby Petito said Tuesday that they will make a statement "when Gabby is home" -- apparently referring to the remains found in a Wyoming...

Bound and gagged body found under Coney Island boardwalk: cops

The unidentified body had tape over the mouth and rope tied around the hands when it was discovered underneath the boardwalk at Surf Avenue and West 5th Street.

Leon Black accused of raping woman at Jeffrey Epstein's NYC townhouse

Leon Black's sexual assault accuser claims the billionaire raped another woman inside Jeffrey Epstein's Manhattan townhouse massage room in 2002, new court documents claim.

Fire breaks out at New Orleans Saints’ Superdome

Flames and plumes of black smoke were billowing out of the edge of the stadium’s roof Tuesday afternoon. Workers had been cleaning and repainting the roof of the stadium before...

Monica Lewinsky takes on cancel culture in HBO doc: 'We’re drowning in shame'

"Imagine waking up with the whole world talking about you because your mistake, your secret, has now been made public. Trust me: I know a little something about this. I...

Sen Johnson presses FBI Director Christopher Wray on indicted lawyer's Clinton ties

Sen. Ron Johnson asked Wray during a hearing before the Senate Homeland Security Committee, whether he knew Sussmann or had read the indictment.

Pols condemn anti-Semitic graffiti scrawled on Harlem River Drive

Anti-Semitic graffiti has marred a section of the Harlem River Drive in Manhattan in recent weeks -- drawing swift condemnation from elected officials and candidates.

Biden's vacuous platitudes at the UN won't fix his tattered global image

US presidents rarely look to make waves with speeches to the United Nations General Assembly, but Biden’s nearly 40-minute talk challenged global leaders . . . to stay awake.

Biden vows at UN to get Texas border chaos 'under control'

President Biden is vowing to get the situation at the southern border “under control,” as Del Rio, Texas has seen as many as 15,000 migrants cross over the Rio Grande...

Rikers chaos will pull 100 NYPD cops off streets to help jail's staffing shortage

De Blasio also said he'd be using private security contractors at Rikers to fill the gap left by correction officers who are calling out sick en masse.

Why you should take this Yankees bet

The Texas Rangers have scored the fewest runs in MLB since the All-Star break, but entered their series against the New York Yankees having scored at least four runs in...

'Is 15,000 crossing into the US last week working?' Homeland chief Mayorkas pressed on border crisis

Sen. Josh Hawley grilled Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on the Biden administration's efforts to stem the flow of illegal immigrants.

Star QB suffers pectoral injury after rough start to the season

The Steelers could be without their star quarterback when they face the Bengals in Week 3.

Rutgers suspends two football players after 'paintball gun' arrest

Rutgers cornerbacks Chris Long and Malachi Melton have been suspended ahead of the team’s game against No. 19 Michigan because of “an incident involving a paintball gun.”

Derelict $685K one-bedroom may be NYC's most popular apartment listing

This fixer-upper one-bedroom is not only a steal but a time capsule — and potential buyers can’t get enough.

Florida boarding school teacher charged with having sex with student

Taylor J. Anderson, a teacher at IMG Academy in Bradenton, surrendered on charges late Monday including sexual battery by custodial authority.

A crazy tail: Long Island cat spends 3 weeks on JFK runways after escaping flight

This Long Island cat still has nine lives after spending three weeks dodging planes at JFK Airport, where it ran away from a flight carrying its owner to Italy.

Anne Hathaway, Ciara and more stars sign open letter to help end COVID-19 pandemic

Seventy stars from across Hollywood banded together with the nonprofit CARE to urge leaders to help end the pandemic and bring vaccines to low-income countries.

Is This Brian Laundrie?

Authorities in Florida said they are “actively” investigating deer camera footage that captured a hiker resembling Gabby Petito’s missing boyfriend, Brian Laundrie.

Chipotle to roll out spicy brisket dish by popular request

By popular demand, Chipotle is rolling out a fiery new Smoked Brisket topping this Thursday. The Tex-Mex monger has reportedly been working on the sweltering dish since last fall.

Florida high schoolers yell homophobic slurs at LGBTQ students: video

The incident happened after the final bell rang at Bartram Trail High School in St. Johns County on September 17, 2021 according to the video.

Over 28K NYC school staffers still unvaccinated as deadline looms

More than 28,000 Department of Education employees — including 10,000 classroom teachers — remain unvaccinated just days before a city mandated deadline.

Vietnamese Americans help Afghan refugees: 'We were them’

It has also spurred many Vietnamese Americans to donate money to refugee resettlement groups and raise their hands to help by providing housing, furniture and legal assistance to newly arriving...

Gabby Petito's dad mocked Brian Laundrie with nickname

“I’ve never actually liked any of Gabby’s boyfriends. I’ve never actually called any of them by their real name, ever," said the dad, who lives on Long Island.

Michigan mom allegedly fatally stabbed daughter, 3, stuffed her in trash bag

Justine Johnson was allegedly busted after her brother spotted the child's foot poking out of the bag inside their home in Oscoda on September 17, 2021.

Patriots great responds to Peyton Manning's bugged locker claim with 'shower' mocking

Law said the Patriots were in Manning's "head a bit" and mocked the Colts great for gathering in the shower.

Australia has lost one-third of its koalas in the past three years

There were no upward trends anywhere in Australia. Only one area in the study was estimated to have more than 5,000 koalas and some regions were estimated to have as...

Michigan rep vowed to 'destroy' fellow lawmaker he dated: court docs

Rep. Steve Marino warned Democratic Rep. Mari Manoogian to “hide on the House floor” in a series of text messages as they discussed business for the House Commerce and Tourism...

Expert maps challenges in autopsy on Gabby Petito's presumed remains

The autopsy planned to be performed Tuesday on the apparent remains of Gabby Petito will likely not provide quick and easy answers in determining the time and cause of death,...

Widow of MLB legend dead at 91

Jo Lasorda, the widow of Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda, has died. She was 91.

Here is the Florida reserve where cops are searching for Brian Laundrie

This is the dense terrain inside a massive, alligator-infested Florida reserve where authorities resumed their search for Gabby Petito's boyfriend Brian Laundrie Tuesday morning.

Man who fired at NYPD cop wife, other officers charged with attempted murder

Marco Mosquera was indicted by a Queens grand jury and arraigned in Supreme Court on attempted murder and kidnapping for allegedly using his wife’s service weapons to fire at her...

PGA star's fiancée takes you behind the scenes at Ryder Cup: It's 'like Christmas'

It's Christmas in September for Jena Sims.

US to challenge partnership between American Airlines and JetBlue

The US Justice Department is preparing to file a lawsuit challenging American Airlines partnership with JetBlue Airways on antitrust grounds, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with...

Ben Simmons escalates standoff with 76ers

The 25-year-old All-Star will not report to training camp next week and does not want to play for Philadelphia ever again, according to ESPN.

'Star Wars' sequel trilogy 'sucks,' original film editor says

“It sucks. The storylines are terrible. Just terrible. Awful ... They’re spitting out movies every year," Marcia Lucas said.

Brian Laundrie possibly spotted on deer cam in Florida, cops 'actively' investigating

Authorities in Florida said Tuesday that they are "actively" investigating deer camera footage that captured a hiker resembling Gabby Petito's missing boyfriend Brian Laundrie.

NYC corrections officers to get bonus pay for triple shifts: memo

The incentive plan is part of Mayor Bill de Blasio's five-part “Emergency Rikers Relief Plan" to try to address the host of issues at Rikers and other city jails.

School staffer on leave for wearing Rosa Parks blackface in vaccine protest

District officials said in a statement that the worker was “removed from the location” and later put on administrative leave.

One of Tessa Majors' alleged killers pleads guilty in Barnard student's murder

He’s cooperating with Manhattan prosecutors against co-defendant Rashaun Weaver, 16, who faces the same counts. The agreement is not part of a plea deal.

Eli Manning's wild night jumping a fence to drink with Brett Favre at age 17

Eli Manning and Brett Favre have had more memorable encounters than just the 2007 NFC Championship game.

No masks needed for the A-list: Emmys granted exemption to COVID-19 mask rules

Los Angeles health officials are defending the 2021 Emmy Awards as a justified "exception" to the local mask mandate after the show faced backlash for its maskless A-list guests.

The Fugees reunite with Lauryn Hill for 'The Score' 25th anniversary

As part of a 12-city international tour, on Wednesday, Sept. 22, the group will play an "intimate pop-up show" at an undisclosed location in New York City that will be...

Denzel Washington is wicked in new footage from Joel Coen's 'Macbeth'

Star captures an ominous mood in the new teaser-trailer for "The Tragedy of Macbeth," co-starring Oscar winner Frances McDormand and helmed by a solo Joel Coen.

Supreme Court sets arguments in big abortion case

The Supreme Court will hear arguments Dec. 1 in Mississippi’s bid to have the landmark Roe v. Wade decision guaranteeing a woman’s right to an abortion overturned.

DHS chief 'horrified' by images of border agents using horses to disperse Haitians

Homeland Security Secretary Alejando Mayorkas said he was "horrified" by images of mounted Border Patrol agents using their horses to keep Haitian migrants from crossing into the US.

Brian Laundrie's lawyer flooded with negative reviews since taking case

Brian Laundrie's lawyer with negative reviews -- calling him "disgusting" and "scum" for his role in the case of his client's missing girlfriend.

Swarm of bees kills more than 60 endangered penguins in South Africa

Preliminary investigations suggest they died after being stung by a swarm of Cape honey bees, the release added.

Cowboys fans end up in lake after fighting outside Chargers stadium

A WWE-style brawl quickly escalated outside SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Ca., where the Cowboys beat the Chargers on Sunday.

Dems brace for tense weeks amid in-party fighting ahead of Biden spending bills

The stalemate between the different factions presents a significant hurdle for Democratic leaders due to the razor-thin majorities in both chambers.

Footage shows Gabby Petito's van in disarray after Utah police stop

In a Youtube video the van was cleared of clutter, pillows had been arranged and blankets were neatly folded. Their backpacks were nowhere to be seen.

Why Mexico's Paradero Todos Santos resort is an eco-tourism triumph

It's Baja fresh! Set on 5 acres in the middle of multiple ecosystems, it also shows off a variety of natural treasures that visitors can see and taste — along...

Latte sales soar in downtown Manhattan as Wall Street reopens: data

Pret's sales in downtown New York City are still only 45 percent of what they were before the pandemic, but sales are up 15 percent from the week prior.

Thousands of migrants given rations at 'fourth world country' camp in Texas

Thousands of illegal immigrants at a squalid makeshift camp in Del Rio, Texas, are being provided rations by US volunteers, who have described the scenes on the ground as a...

Get ideas for your best date night outfits in fall 2021

Whether it's a first date with your new boo or a night out for your fifth anniversary, knowing what to wear is, more often than not, a struggle. Above all...

COVID has killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 flu

The US population a century ago was just one-third of what it is today, meaning the flu cut a much bigger, more lethal swath through the country.

iPhones may soon detect depression, autism and cognitive decline: report

The depression and cognitive decline features would reportedly use extensive personal data collected by sensors on Apple devices like iPhones and Apple Watches.

Inside Virgin's new Scarlet Lady cruise ship with a tattoo parlor

With a Michelin-starred chef collective and interiors designed by Roman and Williams and other buzzy names, you know you’re in for a treat aboard the floating hotel with 1,330 cabins...

Move over, millionaires, the Maldives are now open to the middle class

The Maldives are 99% water and, until now, only the 1% enjoyed this exotic archipelago seemingly riddled with more five-star resorts than residents.

Yankees deadline acquisition 'still getting used to' new team amid boos

Gallo hasn’t won over Yankee fans after getting off to a horrendous start in The Bronx.

Russians mourn victims of deadly shooting spree on university campus

The gunman opened fire Monday at Perm State University, prompting students to barricade themselves inside classrooms and to jump from first-floor windows to escape the carnage.

Cops ID man suspected in murder of girlfriend in Bronx home

Angel DeJesus is suspected in the death of 35-year-old Belkis Lopez, whose daughter found her inside a bedroom with a rubber band around her neck.

Woman sexually assaulted in Bronx park, nephew comes to the rescue

The suspect approached the woman inside the Soundview Park playground at Boynton and Lafayette avenues around 9:10 p.m. Sunday and yanked her by the hair.

This powerful ultrasonic toothbrush is on sale for over 70% off

Good hygiene should never be brushed aside. Taking care of your teeth is both of vital importance to your health, and also a daily task that can turn into drudgery....

China keeps virus at bay at high cost ahead of Olympics

Most of China is virus-free, but the abrupt, severe response to outbreaks has left would-be tourists jittery about traveling to places they might be barred from leaving.

Jay-Z’s Team Roc sues police dept. over alleged misconduct cover-up

Jay-Z’s Team Roc filed a lawsuit in Wyandotte County against the Kansas City Police Department for access to records of alleged cop misconduct complaints, ABC News reported.

Hobby Lobby's $1.6M 'Epic of Gilgamesh' tablet to be returned to Iraq

The $1.6 million, 3,500-year-old clay tablet that bears the text of one of the world’s oldest works of literature and was purchased by Hobby Lobby in 2014 will finally be...

Carmine's releases new footage of attack on staff amid BLM protests targeting eatery

Owner Jeffrey Bank said he released the lengthy clips to prove that its hostesses were attacked "without provocation" after denying three men entry.

Gronk doesn't watch film because Tom Brady does

Rob Gronkowski doesn't need to study tape.

Puppy held hostage by wild monkey for three days before dramatic rescue

Trying its hand at domestication? Malaysian citizens rescued a two-week old puppy from a wild macaque that had abducted it and held it hostage for three days.

Daniel Craig believes James Bond should not be a woman

Daniel Craig would rather see the sky fall than watch James Bond be played by a woman. The former on-screen James Bond told Radio Times that he thinks there are...

Mystery of NFL star's father's missing ashes solved after brilliant outing

Jones finished the game with 115 yards from scrimmage and four touchdowns, which tied him for the most touchdowns in Lambeau Field history,

Board of Elections snafu reveals whom de Blasio's son ranked in NYC mayoral election

Researchers from Princeton University and Stevens Institute of Technology documented 378 instances in which only one person in a precinct voted on the June 22 mayoral primary.

This NFL upset was 'huge relief' for sportsbooks

It was another wild week of betting in the NFL, with underdogs going 9-6 ATS entering Monday night and sportsbooks rejoicing after the Baltimore Ravens defeated the Kansas City Chiefs...

Get noise-canceling earbuds, language learning app for one low price

uTalk lets you learn a new language on any device, making mastering a foreign language easier than ever — and AI-powered wireless earbuds will help you stay on track.

Chicken caper: Pair caught trying to smuggle large KFC order to locked-down city

Under Auckland's Level 4 lockdown rules, the strictest in the country, restaurants, including takeout services, remain closed and everyone must stay home.

Inside the search for Gabby's Petito's boyfriend

The mysterious disappearance of Gabby Petito took another bizarre turn last week when her boyfriend Brian Laundrie vanished after being named a person of interest in the case.

Prince Andrew served new sex assault lawsuit papers despite efforts to dodge them

Prince Andrew has once again been served papers in his bombshell sex-assault lawsuit -- despite reportedly missing the birth of his granddaughter while trying to avoid getting them.

High school referees barricaded inside locker room after controversial call

A referee called an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty – then found himself trapped in the locker room.

Google buys NYC campus for $2.1 B, one of biggest office deals in history

The deal is for a 1.3 million-square-foot waterfront building at Hudson Square in Manhattan that is set to be completed in 2023.

Tattoo artist 'found dream job' helping people hide stretch marks, scars

The practice is known as paramedical tattooing and is used to help camouflage scars and restore the appearance of certain body parts.

Afghan man flogged by Taliban for allegedly stealing phone

The man was tied to a traffic sign in front of the Ministry of Education building in Kabul, where he was flogged this weekend, The Sun reported.

Universal Music Group's shares jump in stock market debut

The world's biggest record label, which represents musicians like Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish, traded around $29.32 a share Tuesday morning.

Brazil's unvaccinated president eats pizza on NYC sidewalk

Brazil’s unvaccinated president Jair Bolsonaro was spotted eating pizza on a sidewalk in New York City this weekend, where unvaccinated tourists and residents are barred from eating indoors.

UK fuel crisis threatens to cause a turkey shortage ahead of holidays

Two large US-owned fertilizer factories in the UK have closed, according to the outlet, and Norwegian firm Yara said it will cut production at a number of its plants in...

NBA sharpshooter abruptly retires after frustrating season

Redick is coming off a tough season, in which he averaged 7.4 points per game in 44 games, due in part to a heel injury.

Professor yelled slurs, spat on black woman outside store: prosecutors

Friedmann’s LinkedIn profile identifies him as a professor at the National University of Health Sciences. He previously served as a faculty member at Indiana State University, the profile shows.

Booster of J&J COVID-19 vaccine significantly increased effectiveness against virus

A second dose of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine given about two months after the first increased its effectiveness to 94 percent against symptomatic infection, the company said Tuesday.

Peyton Manning casually drops Patriots locker-room bugging accusation

Manning made the accusation during the Manning-cast on ESPN2. "Every time I played against New England, I used to talk to my receivers in the showers."

Are the Raiders for real?

In victories over the Ravens and Steelers, Carr totaled 817 passing yards — the most by a Raiders quarterback in a two-game span in franchise history.

Back on! FBI, police resume search Brian Laundrie in Florida wildlife refuge

Authorities will return to the Carlton Reserve where Laundrie is believed to have vanished on a hike a week ago after being named a person of interest.

This would be the cruelest way for Mets' and Yankees' seasons to end

The Mets and the Yankees both are shipping up to Boston this week and their playoff lives rest in the balance.

Man makes anti-Semitic comments, threatens to blow up synagogue

A man was standing in front of Congregation Bnai Usher Tenka in Borough Park Sunday when the suspect approached him and snarled, “Kill all Jews,” according to police.

Let the undefeated Bucs talk start quietly

It’s too soon to talk about the first undefeated 17-game regular season, right?

NYC panhandler chucks brick at Pickle Guys worker in brutal attack

An enraged panhandler threw a brick at a Pickle Guys worker during an unhinged attack sparked when the employee asked him to move away from store entrance.

How the Rangers' new front office will work

The Rangers' new personnel director knows what he wants in a player -- someone who is willing and able to compete.

Biden calls for 'new era of relentless diplomacy' at UN amid foreign policy crises

President Joe Biden is set to give his first address to the United Nations General Assembly Tuesday morning following a series of foreign policy crises.

Sarah Dash, of 'Lady Marmalade' fame with Patti LaBelle, dead at 76

“We were just onstage together on Saturday and it was such a powerful and special moment,” LaBelle, 77, said Monday evening.

Woke Ben & Jerry's releases anti-cop flavor with Rep. Cori Bush

Ben & Jerry's has unveiled a flavor whose proceeds will partly go to support Rep. Cori Bush's $10B bill seeking to defund cops and replace them with social workers in...

UK heiress allegedly murdered for cash by debt-ridden boyfriend

Marc Schätzle, 32, is on trial in Switzerland in the death of Anna Reed, heiress to a multimillion-dollar racehorse fortune.

John Walsh calls Gabby Petito, Brian Laundrie fight 'classic domestic abuse'

Former “America’s Most Wanted” host John Walsh said he was "terrified" when he first saw bodycam footage of Gabby Petito's fight with Brian Laundrie -- calling it "classic domestic abuse."

Gabby Petito memorial made of stone cross found where woman's apparent body discovered

A makeshift memorial made of white stones arranged into the shape of a cross has been left at the site in Wyoming where the likely remains of Gabby Petito were...

Check out the full Q&A from the Mets chat with Mike Puma

New York Post Mets beat writer Mike Puma will be dropping in on the comments section on Wednesday, Sept. 22, at 11:30 a.m. ET, to answer all of your questions...

Woman born with no arms can do it all

A woman born without upper limbs shares her morning routine in this inspiring video montage. See how 38-year-old Sarah Talbi in Brussels, Belgium, uses her feet to perform everyday tasks...

The 7 craziest in-flight incidents of 2021

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Inside the Yankees' pandemic pitching prospect revolution

The Yankees' minor league pitchers lost the 2020 season to the pandemic. They came back in 2021 bigger, stronger and throwing harder. Here's how they pulled it off.

George Holliday, who filmed Rodney King police beating video, dead of COVID

George Holliday, the Los Angeles plumber who shot grainy video of four white police officers beating Black motorist Rodney King in 1991, has died of complications of COVID-19, a friend...

Man gropes woman working at Upper East Side ice cream shop

A man walked into an Upper East Side ice cream shop and groped a woman working there early Monday morning, according to police.

Crooks swipe $385K in designer handbags, clothing from Soho boutique

A trio of crooks stole $385,000 in designer handbags and clothing from a Soho boutique in a brazen overnight heist earlier this month, police said.

Trudeau's Liberals win Canada election, but miss majority

Canadians gave Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party a victory in Monday's parliamentary elections, but his gamble to win a majority of seats failed and the result was remarkably similar...

Pelosi admits 'adjustments' may be needed to $3.5T Senate spending bill

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) sought to reassure moderate members of her conference late Monday that they would not be asked to pass a spending bill with a higher price...

Gabby Petito warned by park ranger that relationship with beau seemed 'toxic'

A National Parks Service law enforcement ranger who responded to a domestic incident between Brian Laundrie and Gabby Petito in Utah last month warned the woman that her relationship with...

Lions cost bettor chance at $726K parlay

So close, yet so Detroit Lions! A bettor who correctly selected the outright winners of the first 15 games of Week 2 stood to collect $726,959 at BetMGM, but the...

Yankees get encouraging night from struggling group

The Yankees bullpen hasn’t been the strength they’d expected it to be down the stretch. However, in Monday’s 4-3 win over the Rangers, they got exactly what they needed —...

Laundrie family attorney cancels press conference amid Gabby Petito probe

An attorney for Brian Laundrie’s family abruptly canceled a press conference scheduled for Tuesday – as authorities ramp up a criminal probe of the likely death of Laundrie's girlfriend, Gabby...