October 31, 2021
How the favorite Jets scapegoat shut everyone up
The anatomy of the Jets’ 34-31 victory, the biggest upset of the NFL’s Week 8, began with a Saturday cell phone conversation between Mike LaFleur and Mike White
Rangers goalie's brilliance sparks first win against NHL's newest team
For a game that will go down in history as the inaugural matchup between the Rangers and the Kraken, goaltender Igor Shesterkin immediately etched himself in the rivalry’s legacy.
Steve Buscemi, dressed as his own meme, hands out candy in Park Slope
Beloved actor Steve Buscemi handed out candy from a Park Slope stoop to trick-or-treaters Sunday night -- and dressed up as one of his TV characters that's now a popular...
This Giants linebacker is front and center with Lorenzo Carter out
There has been very little this season from Oshane Ximines. The Giants need more from him Monday night.
Jets lineman wasn't going to be denied first INT: 'Got to catch this'
The Jets’ defense picked the perfect time for its first interception, and it came from a very unlikely source.
Knicks are big fans of new NBA rules
Don’t count the Knicks among those teams complaining about the NBA’s adjusted rules aimed to limit fouls called on non-basketball moves.
NYC's Halloween Parade returns after COVID nixed festival last year
Thousands of revelers returned to Manhattan to take part in the Greenwich Village Halloween Parade that was canceled last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Teen arrested for fatal shooting at California councilwoman's home
A 19-year-old man has been for the shooting that left one person dead and three others injured injured during a party at a councilwoman’s home.
Devils wasteful with power plays in shootout loss
The Devils blew a 3-2 second period lead and wasted three power plays en route to a 4-3 shootout loss to the Blue Jackets.
Star's ejection sparks Nets to blowout win
Kevin Durant got ejected. The Nets got a blowout win anyway.
Facebook's hypocritical critics and other commentary
In an age of manufactured manias, we’ve seldom seen as openly stage-managed a crisis as the ‘Facebook Papers,’ ” snarks TK News’ Matt Taibbi.
Carli Lloyd's farewell tour adds fitting chapter
Sunday continued Carli Lloyd’s retirement tour heading into the end of the 2021 NWSL season.
Southwest launches internal investigation into 'Let's go Brandon' incident
Southwest Airlines will conduct an internal investigation into a pilot who was captured on video saying “Let’s Go Brandon” over the flight’s intercom.
Jets right to leave door open for unexpected new era
Mike White has virtually no chance of becoming another Tom Brady, the greatest of them all. But that does not mean White cannot develop into a special long-term quarterback.
There's nothing fake about parents' outrage in America's culture war
Are culture wars bad? Or are they necessary to shape the direction of the country?
Suffolk County hiring over 700 cops, including possible NYPD officers
Democratic County Executive Steve Bellone will announce Monday that he is hiring 705 law-enforcement personnel.
What led to Jets running back's electric performance
Michael Carter’s approach for Sundays are always the same.
Why should we expect anything different from Michigan?
In many ways, Saturday afternoon in East Lansing was the perfect encapsulation of the Jim Harbaugh era at Michigan.
Apparent murder-suicide leaves 2 kids, 2 adults dead in Colorado
When deputies arrived, they found 2 children and two adults dead.
Rangers union rep: Players want answers after Blackhawks scandal
Rangers NHLPA rep Jacob Trouba wants answers from the union, which will conference on Monday following the Blackhawks scandal.
See it: Molotov cocktail attack at Brooklyn deli captured on terrifying video
Joel Mangal allegedly carried out the attack at NR Rock Deli in Bedford-Stuyvesant after he got into an argument there with staff, according to the FDNY and law enforcement sources.
Aussie football star wears Halloween costume to Manhattan court
Australian Football League star Jordan De Goey pleaded not guilty to charges of forcible touching and assault on Sunday after he and Luke Dyson allegedly groped a woman.
Letitia James' entry into governor race seems to guarantee a left one
It's game on as Tish James announced her run for governor. Sadly, that signals that the Democratic primary will fast become a race to the left.
Soaring inflation means yet more troubles for NYC's next mayor
Add one more headache to the next mayor’s growing pile: inflation.
The Post endorses Jack Ciattarelli for NJ governor
With the Garden State reeling from the pandemic, ever-rising taxes and soaring crime, Jersey voters have a clear choice in this year’s election: Vote for Jack Ciattarelli and oust Gov....
FDNY union boss blames shortage of firefighters on COVID-19 shot
United Firefighters Association boss Andrew Ansbro claimed that flu-like symptoms from the city-mandated COVID vaccine — and not a staged sick-out — has kept smoke eaters off the job.
Jets report card: Kudos to Robert Saleh
After a dismal showing in Week 7's 54-13 loss to the Patriots, the Jets rebounded across the board in an upset win over the Bengals Sunday.
Giants can't miss this golden opportunity
The Giants square off with the struggling Patrick Mahomes and the 3-4 Chiefs, giving them a golden opportunity to jumpstart their scrambled season.
Meghan Markle gifts $25 Starbucks gift cards to 'paid family leave' activists
Meghan Markle is doubling down on her push for Congress to pass federal paid family leave -- by donating $25 Starbucks gift cards to the staff of a national nonprofit...
Tony Goldwyn on his role in Williams sisters movie 'King Richard'
Spun Gold at the shows Tony Goldwyn filmed “King Richard” about Venus and Serena Williams’ iron-willed father. He’s in NatGeo’s Thanksgiving series “The Hot Zone” about haters mailing anthrax-laden letters. He’s directing with Savion Glover in...
Youngkin, McAuliffe make final pitches to Virginians in hotly contested gov race
Republican Glenn Youngkin and Democrat Terry McAuliffe spent the weekend stumping to make their final pitches to voters ahead of Tuesday's ballot.
Queens could be kingmaker in electing next NY governor
Queens could be king in deciding the Democratic primary race for governor — prompting incumbent Kathy Hochul and challenger Letitia James to shower attention on its voters.
Mets don't have it so bad in quest for a World Series: Sherman
Winning a World Series is hard. You know that, of course. It is why it is so precious.
Press secretary Jen Psaki tests positive for COVID-19
White House press secretary Jen Psaki has tested positive for COVID-19 after several family members at her home were infected earlier in the week, she announced.
This controversial call helped Jets seal shocking win
The Jets got a lot of great performances in Sunday’s 34-31 win over the Bengals, but they also got a nice assist from the officials.
Biden shrugs off poll numbers, says that's not why he ran for president
President Biden was asked about his comments claiming that America is back even as his ratings are crashing.
Scantily dressed woman interrupts Eric Adams mid-speech in Manhattan
Democratic mayoral candidate Eric Adams was interrupted by a scantily clad woman in a bizarre incident at one of his campaign events in Manhattan.
Letters to the Editor — Nov. 1, 2021
The Issue: Misdemeanor charges filed against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo for forcible touching.
Jon Gruden considering legal options against NFL, Roger Goodell
Jon Gruden is considering legal options against the NFL and commissioner Roger Goodell over the email leak that resulted in his resignation.
NYC vaccine mandate will force 24K city workers to stay home: latest stats
More than 24,000 city workers will be forced to stay home Monday when Mayor Bill de Blasio's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for city employees goes into effect.
Democrats have screwed up everything — stop voting for them!
From the West Wing to the West Coast, the Democratic Party has devolved into a clear and present danger to this republic. It is virtually impossible to identify a realm...
Byron Allen's media empire has everything riding on an $8B TV bet
Allen's motives may have become clearer last week when Fox launched a 24-hour streaming weather app that media insiders say looks like the basis for a new cable-TV channel.
Florida woman claims cop told her she needed permit for Halloween costume
Cat Uden of Hollywood says a cop told her she needed a permit for her Halloween costume because it looks like the proposed condo building she and others have been...
Backup QB leads Jets to stunning win over Bengals
In his first career NFL start, backup quarterback Mike White threw for 405 yards and led the Jets to a victory over the Bengals.
Notorious drug kingpin shot dead in Harlem drive-by
Alberto "Alpo" Martinez was killed in a drive-by shooting as he sat in his 2017 Dodge Ram at 147th Street and Frederick Douglass Boulevard.
NYC Midtown eateries reawakening and innovating as office workers return
The city’s offices are now 31.8 percent physically occupied by real human beings, according to the widely followed Kastle Systems Back to Work Barometer.
Sam Darnold leaves game with concussion after brutal hit
Sam Darnold exited Sunday's Panthers win over the Falcons in the middle of the fourth quarter with a concussion.
NFL star stepping away from football to focus on 'mental wellbeing'
Falcons receiver Calvin Ridley is stepping away from football to focus on his mental health.
Astros vs. Braves World Series prediction: Houston will force a Game 6
The Astros will beat the Braves in Game 6.
Remains believed to be missing Nevada woman, dog found in crashed car
The suspected remains of Courtney Bryan and her dog Booch were discovered in her vehicle by a hiker in a steep embankment in California.
Aaron Rodgers reveals Halloween costume he grew hair out for
The suspense is over.
US soldier seeks financial help to bring home cat he saved overseas
Spc. Kaiden befriended the striped tabby named Tiger while on deployment after noticing the feline would hang around his base of operations, according to Paws of War.
World Series won't end in Game 5
Trick or treat? If you are taking the kiddies door-to-door and haven’t decided on a costume, here are this year’s 10 most frightening: 10. Clown; 9. Witch; 8. Freddy Krueger;...
The Post says: NYC can only get better with de Blasio gone
Having only a couple days before New York City picks his successor hasn't made Mayor de Blasio any less shameless.
Dallas Cowboys vs. Minnesota Vikings Week 8 betting odds, lines, trends
Dallas (5-1) brings a five-game winning streak into a matchup with Minnesota (3-3) on Sunday, October 31, 2021 at U.S. Bank Stadium. The spread foreshadows a close game, with the...
Bernie Sanders 'working' to get progressive items in Biden spending plan
Sen. Bernie Sanders said he is "working" to include progressive policies, like allowing the government to negotiate prescription drug prices, into Biden's $1.75 trillion social spending plan.
Knicks veteran fully accepts his looming reality
Taj Gibson's role is about to change.
Jaguars owner 'all in' on Urban Meyer despite disastrous start
One win is apparently all it took for Urban Meyer to earn Shad Khan's faith.
Critics blast Colin Kaepernick comparing NFL tactics to slavery in Netflix special
Netflix released the limited series Friday, billing the special as recounting Kapernick's "formative years navigating race, class and culture while aspiring for greatness."
'It almost killed me': Huma Abedin contemplated suicide amid Anthony Weiner sexting scandal
Huma Abedin suggested she contemplated suicide as her estranged husband Anthony Weiner's sexting scandal exploded into the national spotlight, she revealed in a new interview.
Blinken won't rule out military force against Iran over nuclear deal
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the US believes diplomacy is the best way to get Iran to return to the negotiating table over the scrapped nuclear deal but wouldn't...
Buttigieg says supply chain woes could last as long as pandemic
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg warned that the global supply chain troubles that threaten gift giving during the holiday season could continue as long as the coronavirus pandemic.
School district defends students' racist Snapchat video as 'a joke'
Two white Florida teens used the N-word in a racist Snapchat video -- in which one of them also wears a white hood -- but a school administrator dismissed the...
With no sign of eruption’s end, ash blankets La Palma island
Authorities in the Canary Islands, of which La Palma is part, have reported no injuries caused by contact with lava or from inhaling the toxic gases that often accompany the...
Phil Mickelson loves NFL QB's 'seductive' Halloween costume
Bills quarterback Josh Allen showed up to Sunday's game all decked out for Halloween, and his Phil Mickelson get-up has the golfer himself impressed.
Hochul likens 'scary' Penn Station to haunted house during tour of new LIRR terminal at Grand Central
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Sunday pledged to take action to fix "scary" Penn Station during a tour of Grand Central's long-delayed and severely overbudget "East Side Access" terminal.
Man dies after being gored at Spanish bull-running festival
The 55-year-old man, who was not identified, gored by the bull at a festival in Onda, resulting in a wound to his left thigh that perforated his artery.
NFL star likely staying put despite 'bulls--t' trade complaint
Unhappy as Brandin Cooks is with the Texans, he'll likely be staying in Houston.
Wrong way, Joe: Biden's ratings keep tanking as majority of Americans say US heading in wrong direction
A new survey released Sunday finds President Joe Biden underwater, with 54 percent disapproving and 42 percent approving his job performance, especially on the COVID-19 pandemic and the economy.
Supreme Court to hear case on New York’s gun permit law
The Supreme Court is preparing to hear a gun rights case that could threaten restrictions on guns in subways, airports, bars, churches, schools and other places where people gather.
Texans could keep Deshaun Watson in NFL trade deadline twist
The Texans might not trade Deshaun Watson before Tuesday's deadline after all.
Man dressed as the Joker stabs at least 17 people on Tokyo commuter train
A knife-wielding man went on a crazed rampage aboard a Tokyo commuter train Sunday, stabbing at least 10 people and starting a fire before finally being taken into custody.
Longtime Red Sox broadcaster dead at 68 after seventh cancer battle
Jerry Remy, a beloved Red Sox broadcaster since 1988 and 10-year major league veteran, died of cancer at the age of 68 on Saturday night
St. Louis mayor 'didn't flinch' when gunfire broke out during speech on gun violence
St. Louis' Mayor Tishaura Jones shrugged off the sound of bullets flying as she spoke about gun violence, saying she "didn't flinch" because she hears “a lullaby of gunshots” on...
NYC overnight shootings leave 5 injured, 1 dead
A 55-year-old man was shot multiple times in Harlem. A 22-year-old man and an 18-year-old were shot as they travelled on a motor scooter in the Bronx.
Can my boss tell me how to vote?
I told my boss that I needed time off to go and vote. He said that he’d only let me if I voted Republican. I was outraged. He said he...
Bet against this red-hot NFL team coming off a bye week
The Vikings, who are 3-point underdogs, will cover against the Cowboys on Sunday night.
G20 leaders reach climate agreement, set carbon neutral goal 'around mid-century'
Leaders at the G20 summit of the world's biggest economies reached a compromise agreement on Sunday to achieve carbon neutrality "by or around mid-century."
Woman dies trying to swim across US-Mexican border: feds
A woman has died after authorities believe she tried to swim across the US-Mexican border in San Diego with a group of migrants, federal officials said.
What to watch on Halloween: From streaming to old-school network TV
The witching hour is almost here. Halloween is approaching, and with it comes plenty of seasonal spooky viewings. Whether you want the scariest horror possible or you prefer horror-themed comedy,...
One person killed, 9 wounded in shooting at Halloween party: cops
The shooting occurred just before midnight Saturday as "at least a couple hundred people" were in attendance at an event center in Texarkana, about 180 miles east of Dallas, cops...
15 deals on Amazon devices to shop for Alexa's birthday right now
Alexa is turning 7-years-old on Nov. 6, and Amazon is celebrating by offering top deals on their devices.
Upgrade your Apple TV remote with this easier-to-use alternative
The Function101 Button Remote for Apple TV/Apple TV 4K provides an easy-to-use alternative that lets you enjoy all the bells and whistles of your Apple TV without fighting against that...
Handshake? Fist bump? The workplace now has a whole new etiquette
Welcome back to the confusing workplace of 2021. Despite what you might read or hear in some places, a majority (two out of three) of employees say they feel comfortable...
'This is absurd': MMA fans disgusted by ‘horrific’ inter-gender fight
MMA fans were left disgusted after a female fighter was battered by a male opponent during an inter-gender fight in Poland. One viewer described the scene as ‘horrific.’
Biden, Turkey's Erdogan meet at G20 summit amid arms sale tensions
President Biden met with Turkey's Tayyip Erdogan amid intensifying relations between the two countries over a diplomatic rift and Turkey's request to purchase US F-16 fighter jets.
Philly to bar cops from pulling drivers over for minor traffic violations
Philadelphia is set to pass legislation that bars its cops from pulling drivers over for minor traffic violations -- like broken tail lights and bumper issues.
Snap up the favorite in this NFC matchup
The San Francisco 49ers, a 4-point favorite, are the pick against the Bears.
Chargers won't run away with this one
The Patriots, a 4-point underdog, will cover against the Chargers.
Jets vs. Bengals odds, analysis and predictions for all Week 8 Sunday NFL games
Post guru Dave Blezow shares his wisdom and makes his picks against the spread for all of Sunday's NFL matchups.
Courtside celebs at Knicks games
You never know who you will see sitting courtside at a New York Knicks game — besides Spike Lee — so take a look at which celeb visited Madison Square...
What is Willie Mays doing these days?
As I read “24: Life Stories and Lessons from the Say Hey Kid,” the 2020 bestselling book written by the great Willie Mays and San Francisco Chronicle national baseball writer...
Rolling Loud New York 2021
Notable names across hip-hop converge into Citi Field in Queen's for a three-day festival headlined by 50 Cent, J Cole and Travis Scott.
Seven arrested in Alabama for operating major cockfighting ring
The defendants operated a cockfighting arena with seating for 150 spectators around several different fighting pits beginning in 2018, according to a federal indictment.
Jets vs. Bengals: Preview, predictions, what to watch for
An inside look at Sunday’s Jets-Bengals Week 8 matchup at MetLife Stadium:
Knicks continuing to make this positive transformation
The Knicks’ transformation into a lethal juggernaut from 3-point range continued Saturday night in their 123-117 win over the Pelicans in New Orleans.
20 iconic moments from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Inductees such as LL Cool J, the Foo Fighters and The Go Go's stole the show at their induction night at the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction...
Giants face big task in slowing down the 'Cheetah'
From CeeDee Lamb to Cooper Kupp, Calvin Ridley to Terry McLaurin, the Giants have played against plenty of elite receivers this season. But they haven’t faced anyone quite like Tyreek...
Braves a game from World Series title because of this impressive trait
If you let the Braves off the hook, a la The Bride in “Kill Bill,” they will come back to bite you.
This AFC East showdown won't be close
The Bills, who are 14-point favorites, will cover the big numbers against the Dolphins on Sunday.
American Airlines cancels over 1,500 flights due to weather, staff issues
On Sunday, American Airlines canceled 19 percent of all of its planned flights that day, accounting for nearly one-third of all of the country’s cancelations.
Former Met's stock keeps rising
Travis d’Arnaud’s stock has only risen since his August return from a torn thumb ligament.
Four people shot at home of California legislator
Gilroy City Council Member Rebeca Armendariz was hosting a large outdoor party when someone opened fire around 1 a.m. Saturday
This could get ugly for Jets
This one could get ugly as the Jets (1-5) try to slow down the Bengals (5-2), who just hung 41 points on the Ravens.
Jon Bon Jovi tests positive for COVID, cancels concert in Miami Beach
Jon Bon Jovi, who is fully vaccinated, was forced to cancel a concert in Miami Beach after the star tested positive for COVID-19.
Disgruntled Brooklyn deli customer attacks workers with Molotov cocktail, knife
A man was arrested after he launched a Molotov cocktail into a Brooklyn deli then slashed a worker with a "sharp object," law enforcement sources said. Allister Mangal, 38, had...
Police seeking creep who exposed himself to 9-year-old girl on bus
Cops are seeking help to identify a creep who exposed himself and masturbated in front of two female victims on a city bus, one of whom was a 9-year-old girl.
This Giant has been a fan of Andy Reid for a long time
Joe Judge was still in high school when Andy Reid arrived in Philadelphia to coach his beloved Eagles. More than two decades later, they will meet as opposing head coaches...
Arrest made in fatal Bronx stabbing
Rupert Allen was charged with manslaughter for his role in the fatal stabbing of Anthony Nieves in the Bronx on Friday.
This unit should win MVP award if Braves close it out: Sherman
ATLANTA — Never before in World Series history has a unit won the MVP. In 2001, The Big Unit, Randy Johnson, won it in tandem with Curt Schilling. Twenty years...
29-year-old man shot dead in Brooklyn: Cops
Around 5:50 p.m., police responded to calls of shots fired at 248 Stanhope St. in Bushwick, where they found the man with a gunshot wound to the head.
Virtual reality cryptocurrency soars following Facebook's rebrand
The price of Decentraland's MANA -- a decentralized 3D virtual reality platform -- soared to a high of $4.33, a 164 percent gain in just 12 hours.
NYC man slashed in knife attack on subway platform
NYPD responded to a report of a confrontation on the northbound E train platform at the 74th Street station in Jackson Heights.
FDNY union bosses deny sickout over vaccine mandate
FDNY labor leaders threw water on accusations of firefighters calling out sick in an organized protest against the city's COVID-19 vaccination requirement.
Aussie football player busted for groping, assault at NYC hotel
Jordan De Goey, a 25-year-old forward for Collingwood AFL in Melbourne, was arrested after he allegedly groped a 35-year-old woman at the Dream Hotel.
Funeral arrangements made for abused Brooklyn 7-year-old Julissia Batties
Julissia Batties who was killed while visiting her mother's apartment in August can finally rest in peace. A funeral and wake for Julissia will be held Monday in East New...
Braves rally late to take commanding 3-1 Series lead
Dansby Swanson and Jorge Soler launched back-to-back homers in the seventh inning, giving the Braves most of the offense they needed, in a 3-2 victory over the Astros in Game...