October 3, 2021
This is everything you could want from Yankees-Red Sox
That shot will come Tuesday night, Fenway Park, one more chapter of an endless and timeless baseball saga, Yanks versus Sox, New York versus Boston.
Why Yankees are in ' a good spot' heading into wild-card game
Not only did the Yankees avoid a play-in game with Sunday’s 1-0 win over the Rays, they can go to Gerrit Cole on five days’ rest for the wild-card game...
First win fortifies Jets' confidence in their defense
The Jets’ offense woke up Sunday, but the defense is the unit that kept the team alive in their 27-24 overtime win over the Titans.
Third baseman's Mets future is 'a flip of the coin'
J.D. Davis’ gut tells him there’s a strong chance he’s played his final game for the Mets.
Giants' defense vindicates coach's highly criticized call
Joe Judge had faith in the Giants’ defense, but his critics had evidence.
Kyrie Irving's practice status remains a Nets mystery
With the Nets returning home after Sunday’s preseason opening win at the Lakers, they resume practice Tuesday at HSS Training Center.
Accused Capitol Hill rioter arrested for boozy Florida boat crash
An accused Capitol Hill rioter was arrested after drunkenly crashing his boat while out on a booze cruise in Florida on Saturday night, according to law enforcement.
Former NASCAR driver shot dead after attacking ex-wife with ax: cops
John Wes Townley was mortally wounded in the Athens, Georgia shooting that police believe was related to domestic violence.
The Yankees' biggest reason for hope
Heck of a moment for Aaron Judge to notch his first career walk-off hit, eh?
Saquon Barkley has to pay up for teammate's game-saving play
Given the importance of Kyle Rudolph’s bail-out of Saquon Barkley, the running back knows he's on the hook for an expensive dinner.
'Six' review: The fierce queens finally get their Broadway moment
Hours before the curtain went up on “Six,” the new musical about Henry VIII’s sextet of wronged wives, Broadway went dark due to COVID. Now "Six" is back and vivacious...
Facebook whistleblower speaks publicly ahead of congressional testimony
Frances Haugen spoke out publicly for the first time since quitting Facebook in May when the company dismantled her unit that attempted to address misinformation.
'No one can catch him': Speedster lifts Yankees in big spot
Tyler Wade used his speed and smarts to make his way around the bases in a 1-0 win over the Rays that clinched the Yankees a wild card spot.
Democrats' push for unemployment and other commentary
Fast Takes -- From the right: Dems’ Push for Unemployment; From the left: Objectivity Still Matters; Capitol view: Pelosi’s Legacy of Disaster; Education beat: Experts vs. Parents; Media watch: News...
Dem senator followed into bathroom, berated by activists after giving lecture at ASU
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) was followed into the bathroom by a group of immigration activists who mocked her in her classroom while she was teaching at Arizona State University.
The deeper meaning of Saquon Barkley's huge Giants moment
When Saquon Barkley broke the plane of the Superdome’s north end zone, he carried the fate of a Giants season in his arms.
Nets' rookie makes big impression in preseason debut
Almost all of the stars held out of the Nets-Lakers preseason opener, giving others the chance to shine.
Jets finally got Zach Wilson they've been waiting for -- and boy was it fun
Zach Wilson lifted his arm toward the sky as the Titans’ field-goal attempt sailed wide left, then offered a couple of simple fist pumps for punctuation.
Jets' brothers make history versus Titans
One play, Quinnen Williams was in the backfield creating havoc.
'Many animals are going to die': Oil spill killing wildlife, could close miles of SoCal beaches
A massive crude oil spill off the coast of southern California has reached the shores of Huntington Beach, damaging local wildlife and possibly closing miles of beaches for months.
This was so unbelievably fitting of the Yankees: Sherman
For six months, the Yankees waged an internal battle that underscored their season — “underscored” aptly describing half of that battle.
Sniffing him out: Dog the Bounty Hunter is working to confirm new tip about Brian Laundrie's location
Dog the Bounty Hunter has been working to confirm a tip about a recent sighting of Brian Laundrie near the Appalachian Trail, it was revealed Sunday.
Jets star's breakout keyed by veteran teammate
Corey Davis admitted the obvious this week: He was adjusting to being the focal point of the Jets’ offense, the player teams look to limit.
Cold-blooded Daniel Jones has finally come of age
Daniel Jones was everything Joe Judge and the Giants have always believed he could be, and would be, in the franchise’s most desperate hour.
NYC homeless-shelter operator stashed pals on payroll, created lucrative spin-offs: records
CORE Services Group CEO Jack Brown allegedly stashed kin on the payroll and funneled millions of dollars into companies he has financial stakes in.
Shorthanded Giants receivers turned into a game-changer
John Ross was fast, Kenny Golladay was strong and Kadarius Toney was elusive.
Timothée Chalamet to play young Willy Wonka in 'Chocolate Factory' prequel
Roald Dahl’s best story, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” was a 2005 movie. It comes again.
Jets report card: Finally some life
Grading the Jets' 27-24 overtime win against the Titans on Sunday.
Black woman accused of posing as KKK member, leaving threatening notes for neighbors
A black woman was arrested in Georgia after allegedly posing as a KKK member and placing violent messages in her neighbors’ mailboxes, threatening to burn down their homes, according to...
Yankees learn their wild-card fate — and it's a doozy
The Yankees are off to Fenway Park.
NYPD chief rips Special Victims Division head in closed-door meeting: video
The NYPD's third-in-command told a subordinate to "sit down" as he excoriated him for shoddy paperwork and lack of training at a closed-door meeting, according to video obtained by The...
Big Mets changes coming as season ends with brutal loss
The 2021 Mets were mercifully pushed to the past tense Sunday with one last underwhelming performance to punctuate a brutal season.
Students sue St. John's University over vaccine mandate, citing 'aborted fetal tissue' testing
A group of students at St. John’s University is suing the Catholic school over its vaccine mandate, claiming the requirement violates their right to their religious beliefs.
The Yankees are going to the postseason
The Yankees are in.
Amazon project slayer Gianaris opposes Cuomo's 'AirTrain'
State Sen. Michael Gianaris is now setting his sights on the "wrong way" $2.1 billion "AirTrain" between LaGuardia Airport and Eastern Queens.
Giants report card: This is more like it
Grading the Giants' 27-21 overtime win of the Saints on Sunday.
Putin’s alleged mistress has $100M, ‘Pandora Papers’ reveal
Russian President Vladimir Putin has gobbled millions of dollars with his cronies through shell companies in the Virgin Islands and elsewhere, newly leaked documents reveal.
Kevin Knox breaks silence with his Knicks future in doubt
Kevin Knox still has visions of making the Knicks’ rotation this season despite his summer-league COVID-19 setback.
Criminal-justice reform is devastating the very people it's supposed to help
Albany’s lefty politicians have blood on their hands from handcuffing officers and enabling disastrous criminal justice “reforms," the Post Editorial Board writes.
College football's dream of parity didn't last long
It was fun while it lasted, this silly idea of parity in college football.
Teaching more black history is fine — turning schools into 'everything is racist' is not
That the city Department of Education is developing an improved black history curriculum shouldn't be the least controversial.
Help wanted: 3,700 substitute teachers needed in NYC ahead of vaccine deadline
The 3,659 vacancies amount to an average of about two subs per each of the system's roughly 1,800 schools though some schools in Brooklyn and Queen would be far greater.
Yankees infielder crashes into dugout to make catch: 'Scary stuff'
Gio Urshela gave up his body for an out to help the Yankees chase down a wild-card spot. The shortstop sprinted 126 feet from his spot in the shift to...
Democrats need better arguments for their agenda than 'Orange Man Bad'
President Joe Biden’s disastrous border and social spending policy changes from the Trump administration come down to one sleazy narrative -- "Orange man bad,” Michael Barone writes.
Kamala Harris pictured power walking in DC following secret California trip
The Second Couple were captured in images taking advantage of the 85 degree, sunny day in the capital.
Zach Wilson electric as Jets upset Titans in OT for first win
The Jets have won for the first time in the Robert Saleh and Zach Wilson era, and it was an overtime special.
Greenwich Village office building snags first lease
The first lease has been signed at Columbia Property Trust’s 799 Broadway at 11th Street, a milestone in a six-year effort to establish a 12-story boutique office building in the...
Dems square off on spending deal after Schumer/Manchin secret pact
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Joe Manchin's alleged secret deal on President Joe Biden's spending deal has Democrats fighting to accept the lower $1.5 trillion price tag.
Aspiring actress killed in Georgia when neighbor accidentally fires gun
An aspiring actress died in Georgia when she was struck by a bullet that her neighbor accidentally fired through the wall of their apartment building, cops say.
Giants stun Saints in overtime for thrilling first win
The Giants pull off an incredible comeback victory.
Las Vegas high roller accuses Dean Witter heiress of ratting him out to the feds
Robert Alexander, a 51-year-old video-game promoter who blew through a $30 million windfall he’d reaped after selling his company to the makers of “Grand Theft Auto,” pleaded guilty last year...
Kathy Hochul's chance to be a unicorn and bring prosperity to New York
With Andrew Cuomo’s cronyism vanished, Gov. Kathy Hochul has an opportunity to steer New York state away from the progressive’s hurtful taxes on high income earners, Nicole Gelinas writes.
Letters to the Editor — Oct. 4, 2021
New York Post readers sound off on Gov. Hochul's new hire in favor of defunding the police and Schools Chancellor Meisha Ross Porter's black studies program.
Yes, you CAN find a match and stop being single before the pandemic is over
Among the many problems the pandemic has wrought, it stole time from single people who wish not to be.
Rangers forward opens eyes on penalty kill unit
Kaapo Kakko didn’t log any time on the penalty kill last season, but the 20-year-old looks like he’ll see some shorthanded minutes this year.
Pandora Papers expose tax havens for the rich and famous
Newly released confidential records exposes lucrative tax havens for some of the world's most rich and powerful figures, from Jordan's king to spicy pop singer Sharika.
Yankees slugger's ugly season is officially over
The first baseman was transferred to the 60-day IL with left knee inflammation before Sunday's regular-season finale.
Facebook whistleblower to accuse company of fueling Jan. 6 Capitol riot
The former employee, who is scheduled to reveal her identity on CBS's "60 Minutes" on Sunday night, has already filed reams of anonymous complaints against the company.
Early morning NYC shootings leave one dead, three others injured
Four people were shot, one of them fatally, in separate violent incidents Sunday morning in Brooklyn and The Bronx, cops said.
NY couple gets married at Canadian border so family can attend
Karen Mahoney and Brian Ray had hoped that the border would be open in time for the bride's parents and grandparents from Quebec to be able to attend their wedding.
Sen. Chuck Schumer demands crackdown on 'ghost guns'
Sen. Chuck Schumer demanded Sunday that the Biden administration crack down on “ghost guns,” untraceable firearms that buyers assemble themselves, as seizures of the DIY weapons soar.
NHL goalie accuses teams of medical malpractice in stunning Twitter rant
Former Islanders goalie Robin Lehner has called out NHL teams for medical malpractice, and the NHL says it would like to speak to the current Vegas netminder about the allegations.
Milwaukee drive-by shooting leaves 11-year-old dead, 5-year-old wounded
Officers performed first aid until paramedics arrived and brought the girls to Children's Hospital in Milwaukee, where Taniyla succumbed to her injuries.
Pro-Trump candidate has shot to win NYC Council seat
The candidates for the 48th Council District are vying to succeed ex-Councilman Chaim Deutsch, who forfeited his seat earlier this year after getting convicted of tax fraud.
How the Rangers are making up for lost time on team bonding
Following a season in which NHL players were encouraged to stay home as much as they could, the Rangers are looking to make up for lost time on team bonding.
George Floyd memorial statue vandalized in NYC
The George Floyd memorial statue in Union Square was vandalized with paint sometime overnight, cops said Sunday.
Man charged in 'senseless' killing of college football player
Police in Utah have arrested a 22-year-old man for the shooting death of Utes football player Aaron Lowe late last month.
Bernie Sanders predicts Biden spending bills will pass despite infighting
Sen. Bernie Sanders defended the squabbling between progressive and moderate Democrats that threatens to torpedo President Biden's legislative agenda.
Massive blaze on LI engulfs home, injures firefighters
An off-duty smoke eater spotted the blaze at 88 Woodycrest Drive while driving in Farmingville on October 3, 2021 and sprung into action.
Yankees lose star to IL in potential playoff crusher
The Yankees will head into Game 162 and beyond without DJ LeMahieu.
Dad, 7-year-old son killed in New Rochelle car crash
A dad and his 7-year-old son were killed in an early morning car crash Sunday that left his two other young children seriously injured, New Rochelle police said.
NASCAR crowd chants 'F--k Joe Biden' at Talladega, NBC reporter hears something else
A NASCAR crowd at Talladega Superspeedway broke into a "F--k Joe Biden" chant on Saturday -- but an NBC reporter claims she heard something more benign.
Knicks already cut ties with new point guard
Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau wasn’t willing to wait on Luca Vildoza. The Knicks on Sunday waived the 25-year-old Argentine point guard who reported to training camp with ankle complications. Vildoza...
Pompeo: US kids will die as drug cartels exploit Biden's weak border policies
The Drug Enforcement Agency issued a public safety warning last week about an "alarming increase" in fake prescription pills containing fentanyl found in the US.
Buzz kill: NYC vax mandate is putting cork in underage partying
Young New Yorkers who rely on fake IDs to gain entry into local bars are now having trouble because their proof of COVID-19 vaccination shows their actual birth date.
Yankees select to play Red Sox should crazy wild-card scenario occur
A four-way tie for the American League wild card would send the Yankees to Fenway Park on Monday for a 163rd game.
Fauci: US 'turning corner' on latest COVID wave but warns more surges possible
Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is the nation's top infectious disease expert, said unvaccinated Americans are keeping the country in the "danger zone."
Small plane crashes into building in Italy, all aboard reported dead
A small private plane carrying six passengers and a crew of two crashed Sunday into a vacant, two-story office building in a Milan suburb, and Italian news reports said all...
Here's a wild MLB parlay for the final day of the regular season
It’s the last day of the regular season and we’re going to have a little fun.
Save up to 50% off Tarte's bestsellers in their week-long birthday sale
Save 50% on Tarte's bestselling products, including the Shape Tape Concealer, during their weeklong Birthday sale.
Clean up after pets easier with over 40% off this 4.6-star-rated Shark vacuum
If you have a pet, you know the constant battle to keep your home clean and tidy. Even low- and mid-shedding pets can leave a remarkable amount of fur gathering...
Bannon predicts sweeping wins for 'MAGA policies' in next two elections
Former White House adviser Steve Bannon predicted a "sweeping victory" for MAGA policies in the 2022 midterms that will lead to former President Donald Trump winning a second term in...
Trump wants Pulitzers awarded for Russia collusion reporting revoked
Former President Donald Trump called on the Pulitzer Board to rescind the prizes given to the New York Times and the Washington Post for their coverage of the Russian collusion...
Here's the best MLB bet today
After Dylan Cease had a scare in his last start, he is set to start the final regular season game for the White Sox on Sunday at home against the...
Man arrested for hurling Molotov cocktail into a Democratic office in Texas
Ryan Faircloth faces federal charges of arson and attempted arson after throwing a Molotov cocktail into the empty Travis County Democratic Party headquarters.
Bernard Tapie, scandal-ridden French tycoon, dead at 78
Tapie, a former Socialist minister who built a sporting and media empire before running into legal trouble, had been battling stomach cancer for several years.
Get a 6th Gen 128GB Apple iPad for under $300 this weekend only
An iPad for under $300? iPads are a great way to stay connected, surf the web and play on apps, but since most of us already own smartphones, it can...
This is bet to make in Tom Brady-Bill Belichick clash
The Wildcat returns for his 25th season in the Bettor’s Guide. Cat’s record in print stands at 652-561 (53.8 per cent) against the spread. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-7) over NEW...
Roll with Matt Ryan against Washington
Underdogs weren’t barking nearly as loudly in Week 3, but we were still happy in the home office, as we went 4-3 ATS with our Best Bets last week.
I'm sick of working during the pandemic: Can I take a year off without looking bad?
If ever there was a situation where you could take some career time off without having to worry and the gap in employment, COVID gives you the perfect cover.
Want to be a social media influencer? Here's how to succeed
Ever wonder how social media stars launched their empires? We tapped a wide range of folks to find out what the daily grind of #influencing is really like.
Missing teen's family speaks out after body believed to be her is found
The family of missing college student Miya Marcano said they're "devastated" and vowed to get justice after remains believed to be hers were discovered near an Orlando, Florida, apartment building.
This NFC matchup will prove who true contender is
The Panthers’ matchup against the Cowboys on Sunday in Arlington, Texas, represents a “show-me’’ game for both teams.
Senate sends stop-gap highway funding bill to Biden's desk
The Senate passed a bill to extend funding for the Highway Trust Fund after House Democrats failed to come together to pass a sweeping $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill due to...
Why Browns are a bet-against in this spot
The underdog Vikings will give the Browns all they can handle on Sunday.
Kabul mosque targeted by bomb, ‘a number of civilians’ dead
The bomb targeted the sprawling Eidgah Mosque in Kabul, where a memorial service was being held for the mother of Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, who later tweeted the attack had...
Teenager shot in Bronx park amid recent surge in NYC violence, NYPD says
A teenager was shot in the Bronx overnight, police and sources said -- amid a recent surge in deadly violence inflicted on young New Yorkers.
Giants vs. Saints: Preview, predictions, what to watch for
An inside look at Sunday’s Giants-Saints Week 4 matchup in New Orleans: Marquee Matchup Saints DE Cameron Jordan vs. Giants RT Nate Solder This has trouble written all over it for the...
Giants vs. Saints odds, analysis and predictions for all Week 4 NFL games
All signs point to the Saints scoring at a pace the Giants can’t match, even if it doesn’t take 50 to win it this time.
LA football is everything New York can only dream of
Remember when Los Angeles didn’t have an NFL team? That was as recently as six years ago. Now L.A. has two teams that are legitimate Super Bowl contenders. By contrast,...
Jets vs. Titans: Preview, predictions, what to watch for
An inside look at Sunday’s Jets-Titans Week 4 matchup in at MetLife Stadium.
Check out the full Q&A from the Rangers chat with Larry Brooks
Rangers beat writer and columnist Larry Brooks will be chatting exclusively with Post Sports+ members on Monday, Oct. 4, at 12:30 p.m. ET, to answer all of your questions about...
How the Yankees and Mets proved me wrong — again
What went wrong? The disparity with my 2021 predictions -- wildly off on the Mets and somewhat in the ballpark on the Yankees -- prompted a less balanced approach in...
Bet on Falcons continuing to own Washington
Home team in CAPS: FALCONS (+1.5) over Washington Atlanta has been riding a pleasant six-victory run of success against the Capital Denizens. Expect that stretch to continue, until such time...
Mom leading search for Utah teen missing for 13 days
17-year-old Morgan Sessions has not been seen since Sept. 20 and her mother is not stopping her search until the Utah teen is safely home.
Clown shortage reported in Northern Ireland amid COVID-19 lockdown
A Northern Island circus owner is in dire need of clowns as many of his performers have returned to their home countries during last year's COVID-19 lockdown.
'SNL' kicks off 47th season with spoofs on Biden, Cuomo and Dog the Bounty Hunter
With Owen Wilson as host, "Saturday Night Live" covered all of the bases from witty impersonations to touching tributes in the first episode of its 47th season.
New York man arrested for forging COVID-19 vaccine card
State Police said the suspect, who was identified by WKTV in Utica as Devin R. Kemp, 24, of Eaton, was booked on felony second-degree possession of a forged instrument.
Public urination at music festival threatens wildlife with traces of drugs
A Bangor University study suggests MDMA levels peaked in the River Whitelake the weekend after the Glastonbury Festival in 2019, harming aquatic life.
Every Yankees playoff scenario on what could be 'wild' final day
The Yankees have placed themselves in quite a jam, with two straight losses to the Rays leaving them guaranteed of nothing beyond a 163rd regular-season game.
Electrician kills three coworkers after argument with boss
Shaun Runyon allegedly used a baseball bat and a knife to brutally attack his co-workers following a spat with his boss at a Florida job site.
Sinema slams Democratic leaders over failure to hold vote on infrastructure bill
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema said it is disappointing for communities across the US after the House failed to vote on the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Louisiana health system to charge workers extra if spouses, domestic partners are unvaccinated
Ochsner Health will require its employees to pay an extra $100 per paycheck if their spouse or domestic partner is unvaccinated.
Giants' struggling offense can't catch a break
Darius Slayton and Sterling Shepard both will be out Sunday against the Saints with strained hamstrings.
NYC native WWII vet Sidney Walton dies at 102
One of the oldest remaining World War II veterans in the US has died at the age of 102. Manhattan-born Sidney Walton died Saturday morning in Santa Monica, according to...