December 23, 2021
Mets hope to get 2018 version of latest acquisition
Daniel Palka hit 27 homers and finished fifth in the American League Rookie of the Year voting while playing for the White Sox in 2018.
Saquon Barkley knows time is running out to prove his Giants worth
The Giants fourth-year running back, who was nothing short of spectacular in his rookie season, knows he’s been nothing more than ordinary this season.
Two women shove, rob 75-year-old victim on NYC sidewalk
Two women assaulted and robbed a 75-year-old woman on a Manhattan sidewalk on Tuesday night, police said.
COVID outbreak the last thing struggling St. John's needed
It was only five days ago that optimism surrounded St. John’s.
10-year-old boy struck, killed by bus while walking to school
A 10-year-old boy was tragically killed on Tuesday when he was struck by a public bus just blocks away from his school in Erie, Pennsylvania, police said.
Knicks waste Kemba Walker's huge night
Kemba Walker emphatically answered the question of who would pick up the slack with Derrick Rose out of commission for the Knicks.
We’ll never end the COVID pandemic if politicians keep making same mistakes
The hard truth is that a sprawling bureaucracy has attempted to minutely control the lives of everyone, yet dropped the ball on properly protecting the minority most at risk.
Liberal media’s social arson on Kim Potter
The Liberal media once again fuels hatred after Minneapolis Police Officer Kim Potter was convicted of shooting and killing Daunte Wright, the Post Editorial Board writes.
Couple plead guilty after driving through flood leads to deaths of 3 kids
An Arizona couple struck a plea deal on charges related to the deaths of three children who were killed when the pair tried to drive through floodwaters in 2019.
Looking back at the Rangers' first 30 games
Currently sitting in playoff position, at third in the Metropolitan Division, the Blueshirts have put themselves in an optimal spot.
Shorthanded Jets scrambling to fill this position
The safety position has been a revolving door for the Jets this season because of injuries. But now as they deal with a rash of COVID-19 cases, it has been...
Hiker found dead in Grand Canyon National Park
The body of an Arizona man who was hiking in Grand Canyon National Park was recovered on Thursday, the National Parks Service announced.
Victims of crime and their own policies: Liberals learn the hard way
It’s surprising that it has taken so long for Democrats to experience the consequences of their criminal justice reforms – will they finally fix their devastating policies, Charles Fain Lehman...
More top companies bail on CES over rising COVID infections
General Motors, Alphabet Inc.'s Google and its self-driving auto-technology company Waymo on Thursday joined the companies no longer attending the Consumer Electronics Show in person early next month due to...
Alabama woman owes ex-fiancé $32K for ring she pawned for $10K: court
An Alabama woman pawned her $32,000 engagement ring when she lost her job during the pandemic last year, but state law says it wasn't hers to sell.
Kemba Walker's 44-point night proof of Jim Calhoun's prior belief
For the sake of an uplifting New York story, here’s hoping Calhoun is right.
Don't expect Kyrie Irving back in Nets' lineup right away
Don’t expect to see Kyrie Irving stroll right into the Nets’ starting lineup as soon as he clears the NBA’s health and safety protocols.
Florida Porsche driver punched teenage girl in face at stoplight: cops
A Florida man allegedly punched a 16-year-old driver in the face after she cut off his Porsche in traffic last week.
Suspect charged in gunpoint carjacking of Dem congresswoman in Philly
A man was charged with carjacking Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon at gun point in a Philadelphia. The five suspects were arrested after the car was found in Delaware.
Hundreds of flights canceled for Christmas Eve as Omicron wreaks havoc
Hundreds of flights have been canceled between Christmas Eve and Christmas Day – with one airline blaming Omicron’s toll on staffing.
Woman pleads guilty to manslaughter after repeatedly advising NJ man to 'kill yourself'
A woman who allegedly pushed a New Jersey man to take his own life with a barrage of texts reading "go kill yourself" pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter Thursday.
Seniors in NYC public housing face Christmas without heat, hot water
One day before Christmas Eve, more than 3,000 New York City public-housing residents faced the possibility of a cold night due to a lack of heat in their apartments.
Tesla will restrict gaming feature in its cars following federal probe
Electric carmaker Tesla Inc will stop allowing video games to be played on vehicle screens while its cars are moving, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday.
Yankees add catcher, bullpen depth with minor-league signings
As of now, Gary Sanchez remains the Yankees starting catcher, with Kyle Higashioka the backup, but the team’s depth at the position beyond those two is murky.
Georgia man wrongly convicted of 1998 Taco Bell murder freed from prison
Devonia Inman, 43, was sentenced to life without parole for a 1998 murder and robbery of a Taco Bell manager in southern Georgia.
Tom Thibodeau looking for someone to fill void left by injured Knicks star
Tom Thibodeau always preaches the importance of someone on the Knicks taking advantage of opportunities and filling in whenever a teammate is sidelined.
14-year-old girl killed by stray bullet in L.A. shooting that also left gunman dead
A 14-year-old girl was struck and killed by a stray bullet when police opened fire on a suspected gunman – who was also killed – at a Burlington Coat Factory...
New York shatters COVID record with over 38,000 new cases statewide
Total positives hit a new statewide high of 38,835 cases among a record number of 324,786 individuals tested in a single day, according to new data released by the state...
The wild way Sister Sledge taught James Brown to speak French
Debbie Sledge of the disco band Sister Sledge remembers the career highs and low shared with her siblings — Carol, Kathy, Kim and Joni — around their big hit, "We Are Family."
Wilson-Lawrence can still become a compelling rivalry
Tanking for Trevor was a thing a year ago, and of course the Jets couldn’t get it right enough to land everybody’s next generational quarterback prospect, which led them to...
I can’t cry any more after staring at a screen all day for work left me with ‘dry eye syndrome’
A woman has told how she can't cry anymore after staring at screens all day for work and leisure left her with "dry eye syndrome."
Sports reporter bought an authentic Hugh Hefner Viagra pill bottle in an auction
Darren Rovell boasted on Twitter that he purchased the greatest pill bottle of all-time, and he might have a point.
A Visit From St. Nicholas
Clement Clark Moore's poem “A Visit From St. Nicholas” (“The Night Before Christmas”).
The 5 worst songs of 2021 we hope to never hear again
From Kanye West's "Donda Chant" to ABBA's comeback single, here are five songs that we're happy to leave behind in 2021.
Packers star shows receipts of opponent's wild defense: 'Playground situation'
Davante Adams was not texting during his press conference. He was actually looking for pictures of the Ravens' unusual defense against him.
'Nevermind' that child pornography lawsuit, Nirvana's lawyers say
Nirvana's lawyers call 'Nevermind' album cover baby Spencer Eldon's sexual exploitation lawsuit "absurd," and filed a motion to dismiss the litigation.
Innocent waitress 'scared to go to work' after guest's check goes viral
A waitress has found herself the subject of rampant internet harassment after a clip of a bad tip she received went viral.
Girlfriend sets fire to house of beau's ex-wife with teen son inside
A young woman was sentenced after being caught on CCTV footage trying to burn down the house of her boyfriend’s ex-wife in the United Kingdom.
Jets & Giants practice ahead of Sunday games
The New York teams each practiced at their New Jersey facilities before Sunday's games.
NJ to pay $52.9M to families of vets who died of COVID in state-run homes
The state of New Jersey has agreed to pay a nearly $53 million settlement to the families of 119 residents of the state’s military veteran facilities who died.
Unabomber moved to medical facility from max security prison
Theodore “Ted” Kaczynski, 79, was transferred to the U.S. Bureau of Prison’s Federal Medical Center Butner medical center in eastern North Carolina on Dec. 14, bureau spokesperson Donald Murphy confirmed.
Don't expect a white Christmas in the Big Apple
Showers are expected on and off throughout the day Saturday, bringing some on-brand gloom for the pandemic-ravaged holiday even as temperatures reach a mild high of 48 degrees.
Letters to the Editor — Dec. 24, 2021
The Issue: Democrats’ response to Sen. Joe Manchin’s refusal to vote for the “Build Back Better” bill. Sen. Joe Manchin is prepared to take the heat while continuing to represent...
TikTok ambush interviewer Crackhead Barney gets TV show
Crackhead Barney & Friends has made a name for herself on social media being an un-shameable, bizarrely dressed mayhem machine.
The most dangerous zodiac signs, ranked from least to most
While thieves and killers run the gamut and round out the zodiac wheel, there are certain qualities that lend themselves to deviant behavior.
I used out-of-date fake tan and it turned me totally green, I looked like Shrek
One fake tan fanatic was unpleasantly surprised when she work up completely green and realized the product she used had expired.
Third-grade teacher who hit viral shot is a former Rutgers hoops star
The teacher had a shooting form that looked like it was not her first time picking up a basketball.
What to watch on Christmas Day 2021
Christmas day is here at last. Whether or not you celebrate that holiday, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice, Festivus, or nothing at all, Dec. 25 is the perfect day to curl...
White House press team poses in reporter seats for cutesy 'Happy Holidays' tweet
Press secretary Jen Psaki and her team wished media happy holidays by posing as reporters, some with hands raised and others in the midst of tweeting.
Winnie Harlow, NBA star back together
Love is in the air again for Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma and model Winnie Harlow.
The 10 best shows of 2021
2021 in TV was a year of wacky reality shows, buzzy mysteries ("Mare of Easttown," "Only Murders in the Building") and the return of favorites such as "What We Do...
How did the Christmas tree become America's cherished holiday tradition?
In Fox Nation’s "The History of the Christmas Tree," Abby Hornacek explores the history and tradition of choosing and decorating the beloved Christmas tree holiday decoration.
CDC cuts quarantine time for health care workers with negative test
The CDC announced that asymptomatic health care workers who test positive for COVID-19 can return to work after seven days in isolation, provided that they test negative.
Off the hook: Cops won't be punished for misconduct during George Floyd protests
Nine cops, including an NYPD deputy chief, will not face any consequences for their misconduct during the George Floyd protests — despite the police watchdog finding sustaining allegations against the...
Here are the most popular baby names in NYC
On Thursday, the NYC Department of Health released its annual top 10 list of baby names, with Liam and Emma taking first place.
Grateful grandma searching for complete stranger who paid for her Christmas shopping
A shocked grandmother was left in awe as a complete stranger offered to pay for her family's Christmas groceries while waiting at the checkout.
Kim Potter grins in new mugshot following conviction for Daunte Wright's killing
Kim Potter, the former cop who was convicted on two counts of manslaughter Thursday for the killing of Daunte Wright, smiled in her mug shot taken at prison this afternoon.
Biden quietly signs import ban targeting China's abuse of Uyghur Muslims
The bill prohibits the importation of goods from China's northwest Xinjiang region unless the importer can prove it was not manufactured using forced labor.
The 5 Worst TV shows of 2021
From ill-advised sequels to overly ambitious superhero epics, these shows had big goals... and fell short.
Scarlett Johansson drops price on NYC penthouse after year on the market
The price has now been cut to $1.86 million after initially listing the two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence back in July 2020 for $2.3 million.
The 10 best songs of 2021 had us bumping and grinding to a crazy year
Whether it was the retro-soul romance of Silk Sonic, the thrashing teen spirit of Olivia Rodrigo or the grand divorce drama of a single mom named Adele, there was a...
Past COVD test promises haunt WH as experts pan latest plan
The Biden administration is falling short on its promise to provide Americans with approximately 1 billion free COVID-19 tests.
Crops and no tops: These farmers bare it all for cheeky calendar
Cheeky Scottish farmers have flung off their clothes and posed naked to feed cows topless and straddle tractors for a very revealing calendar.
Trump asks Supreme Court to block record transfer to Jan. 6 House panel
Trump's lawyers asked the Supreme Court to reverse lower court rulings to release the records, claiming he has a right to protect his confidential information.
Olympian dead at 32 from lung infection
Ian Matos, a Brazilian diver who competed in the 2016 Olympics, has died at 32 from a lung infection.
NJ cops offer $5K for info on man who was found murdered in cemetery
Police discovered the body of 51-year-old Alexander Jones at the Hebrew Cemetery on South 19th Street on Dec. 8.
Avoid these huge WiFi mistakes if you want good internet on Christmas Day
Consider these tips and tricks for holiday mornings, when households will be filled with new gadgets, game consoles, hi-res TVs and smartphones.
Biden supports filibuster exception to pass voting legislation: 'Whatever it takes'
President Biden has said he backs creating a carveout in the Senate filibuster to pass sweeping election reform legislation over united Republican opposition.
Adams announces 'seasoned' appointments, including NYC social services head
Mayor-elect Eric Adams on Thursday announced the selection of several administration officials, including an appointment to head the social services agency.
Hospital reports new moms over drug tests tripped by poppy seeds: lawsuit
"What was supposed to be one of the most joyful occasions in her family's life quickly became a nightmare," said a woman, via a statement in a complaint.
LA man arrested in overdose deaths has arraignment on rape charges postponed
A Los Angeles man arrested for the death of a model and her friend remains in jail on $3.4 million bail after his arraignment for an unrelated case was continued...
Stop panicking: Omicron's low risk to kids should not upend their lives
Sure, COVID poses dangers to our children. A fall study from England found the infection’s child-mortality rate is 2 per million.
'Mariah Karen': Woman's anti-mask 'All I Want For Christmas' sparks anger
The woman attended a San Diego County Board of Supervisors meeting on Dec. 7 where she put on the bizarre performance.
Woman fears she's 'cursed for life' after finding pet ashes in knickknack
"Why do these things always happen to me?" she lamented in a tweet.
Manchin did Biden a favor in defeating Build Back Better
You know that old tale about the guy stranded on a rooftop during a flood who beseeches God to rescue him? A neighbor in a rowboat comes and offers to...
Fit people drink more than those who don’t exercise: study
Highly fit women and men are more likely to consume alcohol than relatively unfit individuals, according to a new study.
Top 2021 purchases, according to the Post Wanted shopping team
After 365 days of recommending the best products on the market, here’s our most-loved items of the year.
Harris tells allies her race and gender impact her media coverage: report
Vice President Kamala Harris has reportedly “privately” told allies she believes she’d get better media coverage if she was white and male like her 48 predecessors.
Your last-minute 2021 holiday gift guide to NYC's museum gift shops
From a Van Gogh pin to Andy Warhol Kids Play Bundle, the Big Apple's cultural institutions offer unique presents.
Ex-Cardinals star concerned with Kyler Murray 'leadership deficiencies'
Kyler Murray and the Cardinals were riding high early in the season. Since they've hit a skid, a former Pro Bowl quarterback for the team has some concerns.
Confessions of a one-season department-store Santa
In the fall of 1977, I moved to Boston seeking literary triumphs and intellectual stimulation. As a 21-year-old college dropout from the mountains of Virginia who had just sold his...
Crocs to buy footwear brand Heydude for $5B
Crocs said on Thursday it would buy privately owned footwear label Heydude for $2.5 billion, as the rubber clogs maker looks to cash in on the pandemic-led surge in demand for...
NFL star's controversial wife upset about Pro Bowl snub: 'Nonsense'
Rachel Bush is not happy after her husband, Bills safety Jordan Poyer, was left off the AFC roster for the 2022 Pro Bowl.
I drank after having lip filler – it’s the worst thing I’ve ever done
After getting straight on the booze after the procedure, Morgan was shocked to see that her lips had trebled in size.
Psaki on defensive after Biden admits regret over slow testing plan
Biden said in an ABC News interview Wednesday that he should have thought more quickly of a plan to mass-distribute 500 million at-home rapid tests, which won't start happening until...
Amazon bans one of its own accounts from Twitch after streamer shows her nipple
Amazon has banned one of its own accounts on its streaming platform Twitch after a rogue host flashed her nipple during a broadcast. The US tech giant briefly suspended its...
Stocking stuffers: New Yorkers rush to get test kits before Christmas as Omicron surges
New Yorkers are braving the cold and standing in long lines for hours to get their hands on COVID testing kits, leaving many frustrated with the city.
ESPN star talks Rangers, Jacob Trouba interview, Olympics
ESPN's Linda Cohn joins the latest episode of "Up In The Blue Seats" to discuss the Rangers' season and the NHL pulling out of the Olympics.
Gruesome discovery of severed lion's head in couple's backpack stuns cops
Police in South Africa made the gruesome find after being tipped off the pair were trying to find a witchdoctor to sell it for $23,473 for making black magic potions.
Duel with Trevor Lawrence is Zach Wilson's big chance
It'll be Trevor Lawrence vs. Zach Wilson, No. 1 vs. No. 2, when the Jets face the Jaguars.
Raunchy 'Sopranos' scene got cast booted from 'conservative Italian funeral home'
Former HBO producer Ilene Landress discussed one particular scene that got the cast kicked out of an NYC funeral home.
Kathy Hilton gives glamorous holiday home tour: 'I'm a fluffer'
Her tchotchkes and trees stay up until February, with holiday classical music playing throughout the house since Thanksgiving.
What can Giants expect from Jake Fromm?
It's Jake Fromm time.
US jobless claims unchanged at 205,000 amid fears Omicron could trigger layoffs
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits was unchanged last week, remaining at a historically low level that reflects the job market's strong recovery from the coronavirus recession last...
Manchin calls for 'greater understanding' as Dems fume over BBB opposition
Sen. Joe Manchin told his West Virginia constituents Thursday to "pray for peace, safety and a greater understanding of one another that brings our nation together" this Christmas.
Hero TSA officer saves baby who stopped breathing at security checkpoint
A rookie TSA officer saves a baby after he suddenly stops breathing at the airport security checkpoint. This was the first time the former EMT performed the Heimlich maneuver on...
NYC requiring masks, capping crowd size for New Year's Eve in Times Square
The Big Apple will cap crowd sizes and require masks for revelers looking to ring in the New Year in Times Square amid a dramatic surge in coronavirus cases across...
Saints down to fourth-string rookie QB as COVID wrecks roster
Taysom Hill landed on the COVID-19 list Thursday.
Kim Potter guilty of manslaughter in Daunte Wright killing
Former Minnesota police officer Kim Potter was convicted of manslaughter Thursday and now faces 11 years in prison, eight months after she shot and killed Daunte Wright at a traffic...
This Big Ten power will have its hands full
The George Mason Patriots have two road wins over power-conference teams already this season (Maryland and Georgia) and will look to make it three on Thursday against Wisconsin.
Woman shares strict Christmas Eve rules — including when to start drinking
One woman has taken to TikTok to share her strict Christmas Eve rules list and it’s got a lot of people talking.
Amazon settles with NLRB to give workers power to unionize
Amazon, under pressure to improve worker rights, has reached a settlement with the National Labor Relations Board to allow its workers to freely organize — and without retaliation. According to...
Adorable toddler with Down's syndrome singing Christmas hits goes viral
A two-year-old girl with Down’s syndrome has become a viral sensation after a video of her dancing with buskers singing Wham’s ‘Last Christmas’ was viewed by millions around the world....
Baby uses sign language to say 'Help' while on Santa's lap
Terrified, the toddler resorted to using his baby version of ASL to sign “help” to his mum while the photographer at the Provo Town Center Mall in Provo, Utah, snapped...
Elon Musk says he's 'not perverted enough' to appear on CNN
The world's richest man made the quip during a more than 90-minute long podcast interview with satirical website The Babylon Bee.
NBA star gets 'little punks' booted from courtside seats
During Wednesday's Nuggets-Thunder game in Oklahoma City, two courtside fans were escorted out by security.
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Irritable bowel syndrome linked to more microplastics in the gut
A new study found that adults with irritable bowel disease had 50% more microplastics in their stool.
Inflation hits highest level in 39 years as consumer prices jump 5.7 percent
The inflation rate is running at its hottest pace in nearly four decades, as widespread supply disruptions, high consumer demand and worker shortages fuel a surge in prices. Consumer prices...
Audi surprises 'Wheel of Fortune' contestant after technicality controversy
Contestant Charlene Rubush lost out on a brand new Audi on Tuesday's episode over a technicality — an outcome that had fans outraged.
St. John's game postponed due to more COVID cases
St. John's Big East opener is going to have to wait a while.
Intel apologizes for pushing Xinjiang ban over Muslim abuse complaints
Intel apologized Thursday for asking suppliers to avoid sourcing goods from Xinjiang after the world’s biggest chipmaker joined other foreign brands that face the fury of state media over complaints...
Parents spark debate after making son hold 'I am a bully' sign on busy road
A Florida boy is seen standing by the side of a busy road holding a sign that reads: "I am a bully. Honk if you hate bullies."
Snoop Dogg 'taking legal action' against 'Snoop on a Stoop' creator
Snoop Dogg is not amused by this take on a Christmas classic created in his image.
Chimp beaten to death by first apes she’d met after being raised by humans
The tragic chimp managed to break the lock on her area before entering an area housing a chimpanzee family she had been introduced to remotely.
Ex-Knicks coach explains Lakers' Russell Westbrook problem
The Lakers don't want Russell Westbrook to feel like he needs to play the hero.
Ex-Gov. Cuomo won't be prosecuted over alleged groping of female trooper
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo won't be prosecuted for allegedly groping a female state trooper — despite a determination that the woman's claims are "credible" and "deeply troubling."
Family's funny Christmas card tradition embraces holiday chaos
Jonathan and Jessica Stanley began their unique photo tradition in 2014, and each year they’ve created humorous "disaster" scenes that capture what Christmas chaos looks like.
Record-breaking 122K migrant kids held in US custody over 12-month period: report
The numbers smash previous records of 69,000 children held in Health and Human Services' shelters during the 2019 fiscal year.
Doctor charged in Vermont road rage murder said he was having a 's--t day': police
Jozsef Piri, 49, who is now awaiting extradition to Vermont, was arrested in Naples, Florida, last week over the 2019 shooting death of 44-year-old Roberto Fonseca-Rivera.
An intriguing new potential Deshaun Watson suitor has emerged
The Browns haven't previously been mentioned very much as a possible destination for Deshaun Watson, but that has changed.
Outcome reached in trial of Kim Potter over Daunte Wright's killing
An outcome was reached Thursday in the trial of Kim Potter, the former Minnesota police officer who claimed she meant to pull her Taser when she shot and killed Daunte Wright, a...
Unvaccinated diner owner who defied shutdown dies of COVID-19
John Scott Parney Sr., who ran the Quincy Diner in southern Michigan, died on Dec. 14 at a hospital in Battle Creek.
TikTok overtakes Google as most popular site in 2021
TikTok is the most popular site in 2021 — beating out last year's top favorite Google, according to a new tech report.
'Iso Joe' back in the NBA like he never left
Joe Johnson proved he can still score in isolation when he sunk the final Boston bucket in a 111-101 win over the Cavaliers on Wednesday.
Jack Dorsey blocked on Twitter by Marc Andreessen over 'Web3' heckling
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey has been blocked on Twitter -- the social network he co-founded -- by venture capitalist Marc Andreessen amid a growing tiff over the trendy crypto concept...
I’m a flight attendant and here’s what your drink order says about you as a person
But according to a flight attendant, cabin crew know all they need to know about you from that one drinks order - so you might want to pick more carefully...
Ex-McDonald's worker trades minimum wage for $10K-a-month TikTok fame
Going viral for trashing her boss is banking this social media star $10K a month thanks to endorsement deals with Kroger, Walmart, Weber Grills and Heinz.
Playing the long game: China locks down city before 'very high risk' Winter Olympics
Xi’an-- a major industrial city of 13 million people-- was forced into one of the harshest lockdowns since the initial one last year in Wuhan.
Where is the next 'All I Want for Christmas Is You'?
Mariah Carey's 1994 hit "All I Want for Christmas Is You" is topping the charts again, among seasonal songs that date back to the 1950s.
Convicted arsonist faces backlash for promotion to acting fire chief
"I think it’s appalling and disgusting," said his predecessor, ex-chief John Rosencranz, who had been removed from that position in a meeting on Monday.
‘People aren't dying when they take the vaccine’: Trump backs COVID-19 jab efficacy
Trump backed the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines during an interview with conservative media personality Candace Owens on Wednesday after she attempted to undermine the vaccines’ success.
Putin demands West 'immediately' guarantee no more NATO expansion
Russian President Vladimir Putin demanded Thursday that the West "immediately" guarantee that NATO will not expand to include Ukraine and blamed the US for inflaming tensions in Eastern Europe and...
One of Nets' Big 3 returning for Christmas clash against Lakers
The Nets are expected to have enough healthy bodies to lay their highly anticipated Christmas Day game at the Lakers — just barely.
MN prosecutor quits over policies that keep offenders out of jail
Richard Dusterhoft quit his job after becoming frustrated with policies that call for diversion programs instead of prison time.
Saudi Arabia manufacturing ballistic missiles with China's help: report
While it was known that the kingdom had purchased missiles from China, satellite images purportedly show that Saudi Arabia is manufacturing the weapons as well.
11-year-old boy saves choking classmate, woman from burning home -- all in one day
Davyon Johnson jumped into action and performed the Heimlich maneuver on a choking classmate at the 6th & 7th Grade Academy in Muskogee on Dec. 9.
FDA authorizes Merck's COVID-19 antiviral pill
The molnupiravir drug is cleared for use for adults 18 and older who have tested positive for COVID-19 and are at high risk of hospitalization.
Real estate mogul Steve Witkoff buys troubled 'Twists' tower project in Chelsea for $900M
There’s life for XI after all. Partnered with billionaire Len Blavatnik's Access Industries, New York developer Steven Witkoff’s Witkoff’s Group snared the bankrupt, $2 billion, twin-towered condo project in a public...
Joan Didion, legendary American writer, dead at 87
The iconic essayist and novelist famously chronicled 1960s counterculture movements in her best-selling book "Slouching Towards Bethlehem."
Why Mike Woodson went back to school
The former Knicks coach used to laugh at the thought of coaching college basketball. Then his alma mater called.
White House aides are feeling left out this holiday season: report
Biden administration aides are griping about low morale and an absence of comradeship, leaving them without much holiday cheer.
Gen Z's fine shaming their bosses — but it'll come back to bite them
Disgruntled young employees are taking to TikTok to shame former employers. Not everyone thinks that's a good thing.
NFL star floats interesting theory on why team avoided COVID: 'Not a ton to do'
Joe Burrow has a theory as to why the Cincinnati Bengals have just one player on their COVID-19 list.
NYPD school safety agent killed celebrating birthday in overnight shooting
An NYPD school safety agent was killed while out celebrating her 27th birthday with her twin sister in Queens, authorities and police sources said.
Our son miraculously survived not breathing for 18 minutes after birth
The toddler was born dangerously premature, at just 25 weeks, and didn’t start breathing for a terrifying 18 minutes.
Two Knicks cleared to return from COVID list
The Knicks finally are starting to shorten their list of COVID-sidelined players.
'Gaslight' sparks debate after Roxane Gay slams Nicole Kidman's Lucy
"There is no way she would have said that in the 1950s. How did that get through?" she wrote, adding, "It wasn’t part of the vernacular then." Backlash ensued.
California woman who busted flight attendant's teeth pleads guilty
Vyvianna M. Quinonez was caught on camera decking the flight attendant and leaving her bloodied and bewildered as Southwest Airlines Flight 700 descended into San Diego from Sacramento on May...
Amazon workers in SI walk out during holiday rush, revive union push
Amazon warehouse workers in Staten Island revived their push for union representation and staged a walkout on Wednesday in protest of what they said are unfair labor practices during the...
Apple closes eight stores amid COVID surge: report
Apple has temporarily closed at least eight retail stores in the US and Canada since Tuesday as cases of the coronavirus surge among customers and employees, according to a report...
Betting angles for Thursday's bowl games
Two of VSiN college football experts offer their advice on Thursday’s bowls. Gasparilla Bowl — UCF vs. Florida (-7, 56.5) Little Brother vs. Big Brother games are always fun during...
Buy a two-year fitness app subscription and get one free
Calling all home fitness lovers and their workout buddies to get in on this package deal.
Crypto bros eye $169M skypad, NYC's most expensive listing
On a recent afternoon, a group of bros worth billions gathered in a Park Avenue penthouse. Precisely, the top, 96th floor of 432 Park Ave. — a sprawling six-bedroom palace...
Satanic display inside Illinois Statehouse days before Christmas draws protesters
The display features a sculpture of an infant version of Baphomet, a goat-like Satanic deity, and was set up next to a traditional Christian Nativity display inside the government building, the State...
Fourth COVID-19 shot may be needed, German health minister says
Germany's top health official has predicted that a fourth shot of the COVID-19 vaccine will be necessary to protect against the Omicron variant.
Chiefs WAGs gush over Pro Bowl selections: 'Our boys'
The 2022 NFL Pro Bowl selections are out – and the Chiefs' WAGs are pleased.
Delaware senator the latest lawmaker to test positive for COVID as outbreak reaches 10
Ten members of Congress have announced that they have tested positive for COVID-19 since this past weekend as the Omicron variant continues to spread across the country.
Kit Kat bar sharpened into razor sharp knife in bizarre viral video
In the MacGyver-esque clip, a bearded man can be seen — wait for it — sharpening a packet of Kit Kat bars on a whetstone like a weapons-savvy Willy Wonka.
Amazon limits how many COVID tests you can buy amid Omicron spike
Amazon is limiting sales of its at-home Covid-19 test kits amid a surge in demand as the Omicron variant of the coronavirus spreads like wildfire across the country.
'Mayflower Madam' returns: Notorious call-girl wrangler is back — and touting her latest 'energy' venture
Sydney Biddle Barrows — the "Mayflower Madam" busted in 1984 for running a high-end call-girl ring in Manhattan — is now working as a "facilitator" of a different kind: She helps entrepreneurs...
You're a mean one: 'Grinch' busts into warehouse and steals toys for needy kids
A real-life Grinch busted into a Georgia warehouse -- through a cinderblock wall -- and stole thousands of dollars in gifts destined for needy children just days before Christmas, shocked...
ESPN host thinks it's time for Jake Paul to fight actual boxers
Stephen A. Smith thinks it's "a joke" that Jake Paul would challenge Canelo Alvarez after his knockout win against Tyron Woodley. "You're not fighting boxers. Somewhere along the way people...
Rep. Madison Cawthorn announces divorce after just eight months of marriage
US Rep. Madison Cawthorn and his wife, Cristina, are divorcing after only eight months of marriage, as the conservative lawmaker admitted their lives had changed "overnight" after he was elected...
Sex offender busted in Queens sex assault, attempted robbery
Ralph Toro, who was on lifetime supervision in connection to a 1986 attack and a Level 3 sex offender, was arrested at 10 p.m. Wednesday.
Two Dems who support police reform carjacked less than 24 hours apart
Illinois state Sen. Kimberly Lightford was targeted in suburban Chicago Tuesday night, while Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon was carjacked Wednesday afternoon after an event in South Philadelphia.
Drunk with power? Los Angeles County DA's chief of staff busted for public intoxication
Joseph Iniguez was arrested during a Dec. 11 traffic stop in Azusa.
Happy Festivus! How to celebrate the 'Seinfeld' holiday for 'the rest of us'
This year, the rest of us have more grievances than ever to air.
Inside the most outrageous Airbnb listings
Google searches for “different types of Airbnb” are up 400% over the last 12 months as pandemic-weary people seek to break the cycle of stay-at-home life. Here are a few...
Daily Horoscope - December 23, 2021
Your horoscope reading for December 23, 2021
Elon Musk denies report that he's secretly living in $12M Austin estate
Elon Musk has denied a report that he's secretly living in a $12 million estate in Austin, despite his claims that he lives in a barebones $50,000 rental home in...
Eleven NBA Draft prospects Knicks should keep an eye on if this season falls apart
The Knicks season isn't going as planned, but there may be some silver linings if they can't get back on track.
Select Prime Video channels are 99 cents a month for a limited time
Starting Dec. 23 for a limited time, you can score some of your favorite channels for only 99 cents for up to two months.
The best and worst New York sports moments of 2021
There were a lot of ups and down for New York sports this year. Here are the best and worst moments of 2021.
'That’s not a plan — it’s a hope': Biden has yet to sign contracts for promised 500M at-home COVID tests
The president has already been accused of being caught on the hop when he announced the vague plans for a testing spree only on Tuesday, two years into the pandemic.
NBA's choice to put profits over its COVID-ravaged product leaving fans with coal in their basketball stockings
The NBA's choice to plow through with a COVID-ravaged Christmas Day slate of games may be good for profits but not for fans.
5 best New York sports moments of 2021
What were the most exciting New York sports moments of the year? You be the “Judge.” From the Yankees earning their spot in the wild-card game to the Knicks making...
Huge explosion at Exxon refinery in Texas leaves several injured
A large explosion was reported at an Exxon/Mobile refinery in Baytown, Texas after what local sheriff's deputies called "a major industrial accident."
Scenes from the annual Kennedy Center Honors
The annual Kennedy Center Honors took place on December 5, 2021, recognizing some of the most prominent figures in performing arts at the Kennedy Center Opera House in Washington, D.C.
Three bodies found, but scores buried by landslide at Myanmar jade mine
Rescuers found two more bodies at a Myanmar jade mine after an official conceded there was little hope of finding survivors among scores of people buried by an avalanche of...
Kennedy Center Honors back once more, Biden attends
The Kennedy Center Honors returned to tradition this year with a real-life gala Sunday night and the presence of the president for the first time since 2016.
Willie Garson gets emotional sendoff from ‘And Just Like That’
The show brought closure after the unfortunate passing of Garson, 57, who embodied the role in the original series, two subsequent movies and the spin-off HBO Max show.
Cat found alive in building rubble 9 days after Kentucky tornado
A Kentucky business owner whose building was demolished by a tornado was reunited last weekend with his office cat – who survived in the rubble for nine days.
Vandal caught on camera smashing cop car windows outside NYPD precinct
A vandal was caught on camera smashing the windows to several NYPD cop cars outside of a Bronx precinct early Tuesday morning, police said. The suspect used what appeared to...
Georgia HS quarterback prospect dead at 18 after surgery
ATLANTA — Robbie Roper, the Roswell High School quarterback who was considering his college options following a successful senior season, has died following complications from a routine surgery. He was...
California to require COVID-19 booster shots for healthcare workers
California will require healthcare workers and workers in "high-risk congregate settings" to get a COVID-19 vaccine booster by Feb. 1, Governor Gavin Newsom said.
Hong Kong university removes Tiananmen massacre statue
A monument at a Hong Kong university that commemorates the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre was removed by workers early Thursday over the objections of its creator from Denmark.
55 people catch COVID on Royal Caribbean cruise
Fifty-five passengers aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship that departed Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Saturday have since tested positive for COVID-19, a report said.
Dwyane Wade tells Jalen Rose how he went from shy to fly
Dwyane Wade talks to Jalen Rose for his "Renaissance Man" podcast about how he went from shy guy to fly guy, going into therapy and playing with LeBron James.