December 26, 2021

Offensive lineman's 'tight end skills' prove critical to Jets

The play was called “Wally Cross.” It is something the Jets have been practicing for about four or five weeks. Their extra offensive lineman, in the game as a tight...

Rangers leader thinks NHL needs to make COVID protocol changes

Rangers forward Ryan Strome sat home on Christmas watching a full slate of NBA games and a couple in the NFL being played. And he wondered why that wasn’t happening...

Giants' ugly QB play hits rock bottom

It got no better when Jake Fromm — in a mercy move by the coaching staff — was benched with 7:48 remaining in the third quarter and replaced by veteran...

Teen plunges to death off cruise ship returning to Miami

A 15-year-old boy reportedly plunged to his death off a cruise ship that was returning to Miami last Wednesday – prompting a chilling series of “man overboard” announcements.

Season likely over for Giants lineman after spraining knee

PHILADELPHIA — Adding injury to insult is no way to go through a Sunday afternoon. It happened to the Giants, as they were routed by the Eagles 34-10 at Lincoln...

Jets receiver goes 'full Rudolph' to celebrate electric day

It was Braxton Berrios who provided the light with an electric 102-yard kickoff return, the Jets’ first kickoff return for a touchdown since 2018, to give them a 13-9 lead.

Two cops shot by domestic abuse suspect who then turned gun on himself

Two Kansas cops were seriously wounded on Christmas morning after a man shot them before he turned the gun on himself, officials announced.

Florida man shoots neighbor during dispute over loud music

A Florida man allegedly shot his neighbor during a dispute over loud music on Christmas Eve, a report said.

Bill Belichick has no interest in answering bizarre question after loss

Bill Belichick isn’t on to 2022 just yet.

Zach Wilson just took a huge step forward

He did it with his legs and arm — more with his legs than his arm — on the day that Zach Wilson outdueled Trevor Lawrence and opened the door...

Forget Daniel Jones, think bold and get Russell Wilson

Russell Wilson would be the best quarterback the Giants have ever dressed.

Man sentenced to one year in prison for attacking store worker over mask

Luke Oeltjenbruns has been sentenced to one year in prison for attacking a Menards employee who had asked him to wear a mask — and then attacking a police officer...

Mark Zuckerberg adds reservoir to his massive Hawaiian estate

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan have purchased 110 acres of a former sugar plantation reservoir on the Hawaiian island of Kauai. 

Candy canes: Odd and interesting facts

December and candy canes just go together, and it looks like it’s been this way for hundreds of years.

NYPD hunts man caught on camera slashing woman in NYC apartment building

The two were arguing about the victim’s roommate when the man launched his brutal attack inside a building on East 180th Street near Washington Avenue in the Bronx.

Nets see Kyrie Irving as big plus — no matter what version they get

Without having Kyrie Irving at practice all season, the Nets have no idea what kind of shape he’s in or how long it’ll take him to ramp up for game...

I got a refurbished Dyson Airwrap that was full of another woman’s hair

One woman has revealed how she was left disappointed with her Airwrap after she claimed there were hairs in the attachment.

Stunning finish delivers Jets good NFL draft news

Making his first start since last season, Nick Foles led the Bears 80 yards in the closing minutes, capping the drive with his TD toss to Jimmy Graham, who spent...

Rookie's career day further proof of his place in Jets' future

Michael Carter had his own golden ticket of an afternoon in the Jets’ 26-21 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.

Backcountry skier killed in Christmas Eve avalanche in Colorado

The man was skiing with a partner near Cameron Pass in Fort Collin, Colorado when the tragedy struck at about 2 p.m. on Christmas Eve.

Nets' veteran 'loving' career-best first season with team

At 33 years old, Patty Mills is having a career season, and kept the Nets’ COVID-ravaged roster atop the East.

The need for a COVID commission and other commentary

A serious review of how the US government is handling the coronavirus challenge must include “a roadmap for meaningful reform of our public health enterprise."

Enjoy this Jets fans -- you deserve it

It was good for them to have this moment: Jets 26, Jaguars 21.

Son who 'shot parents' at LI mansion on Christmas is B'klyn bodybuilder: cops, report

The man who allegedly shot his parents at their Long Island mansion Christmas morning was identified Sunday as a 29-year-old bodybuilder from Brooklyn.

How this Knicks rookie is earning bigger role

Quentin Grimes’ sweet jumper is what made him appealing to the Knicks in the first place. His defense and intensity, however, is why he’s begun to emerge.

Mum reveals surprising reason she takes down all Christmas decorations at 11pm on December 25 & people think it’s cute

Christmas Day may have only been hours ago, but a mum has revealed the sweet reason why she has already taken all her decorations down.

Islanders add four players to COVID protocol

The Islanders added four players to COVID-19 protocol upon the team’s return to practice: Anthony Beauvillier, Cal Clutterbuck, Zach Parise and Oliver Wahlstrom.

City communities should have the right to say no to legal pot before Dec. 31 deadline

With little fanfare, a great pot divide is opening between cities and suburbs — and disadvantaged urban neighborhoods look again to be the losers.

Giants report card: Jake Fromm experiment was a total failure

Grading the Giants’ 34-10 loss to the Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday.

I made my son sleep in a treehouse on Christmas Eve night for breaking curfew

A mom made her son sleep in a treehouse on Christmas Eve night after he was an hour late for his curfew — leaving the internet outraged. Other parents have said the...

Study finds discontinued LEGO sets are a better investment than gold

Forget Blockchain -- investors might want to consider putting their money into LEGO blocks, which appreciate faster than even gold.

Jets report card: Ron Middleton, coaching staff steps up

Grading the Jets’ 26-21 win over the Jaguars at MetLife Stadium on Sunday.

NY's Medicaid enrollment skyrockets by nearly 1.5 million during pandemic

The soaring enrollment -- spurred by job and income loss -- exploded by nearly 1.5 million claimants statewide since the pandemic hit, the figures show.

New NY bill aims to hold social media companies accountable for disinformation

The new bill comes as lawmakers across the country scramble to address harms attributed to Facebook and Instagram which were exposed in a series of leaks.

Simone Biles celebrates boyfriend Jonathan Owens' massive Texans win

Simone Biles certainly knows how to celebrate.

Stunning upset has major NFL playoff implications

The Houston Texans took advantage of three turnovers to beat the Los Angeles Chargers 41-29 on Sunday with both teams missing more than a dozen players because of COVID-19 protocols.

Sarah Weddington, 'Jane Roe' lawyer in landmark abortion case, dead at 76

Sarah Weddington, the attorney who represented Norma McCorvey in the landmark Roe v. Wade abortion case, died in her Texas home.

Patriots' division title push takes big hit

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Josh Allen threw for three touchdowns and the Buffalo Bills hung on to beat the New England Patriots 33-21 on Sunday to vault themselves back into first...

Fresh evidence the White House put teachers unions ahead of science on school COVID safety

“Follow the science,” it said about handling COVID. But for Team Biden, it was follow the teachers unions when it came to reopening schools.

Jamaal Bowman's vile, cynical race games

In an e-mail on “The truth about Joe Manchin,” Rep. Jamaal Bowman tries to use the backlash against his race-baiting of fellow Democrat Sen. Joe Manchin to fundraise for his...

Manhattan developers poised — but hesitant — to break ground on slew of projects

A whole new Manhattan skyline will emerge when a dozen-odd planned new projects that have yet to break ground hoist their final I-beams. The big question is: Which, if any, of...

Liberals should resolve to be more tolerant in 2022 — our democracy depends on it

New Year’s is approaching, and one resolution will help our democracy: Make a friend with opposing political views and be kinder to people you disagree with politically.

Karl-Anthony Towns gives girlfriend a Porsche for Christmas

Karl-Anthony Towns may have been away from girlfriend Jordyn Woods on Christmas this year, but the Timberwolves star made the holiday super sweet.

NYC can get creative -- and fun -- with uses for empty office space

What would we do with a half-billion square feet of Manhattan office space if most of it remains empty? It’s the question about the city’s future that not even our...

Jake Fromm benched as Joe Judge's meek Giants just keep losing

It can and always does get worse for the Giants.

Jets squeak out win that will cost them in NFL draft

The game Sunday featured a 102-yard kickoff return, a 52-yard touchdown run by Jets quarterback Zach Wilson and two touchdowns by offensive linemen.

Man who thought his nan got him a PS5 brands her an ‘a**hole’

A man branded his grandma an ‘a**hole’ after thinking she bought him a PlayStation 5 - only to unwrap a candle instead. 

In practice, 'diversity, equity and inclusion' boils down to leftist dogma, including hatred of Israel

Kudos to the Heritage Foundation workers who pinned down crystal-clear evidence of ugly bias among those pushing “diversity, equity and inclusion,” or DEI.

Letters to the Editor — Dec. 27, 2021

The Issue: Michael Goodwin’s column on President Biden’s failure to effectively address the pandemic. Michael Goodwin aptly pointed out that no matter what the Biden administration touches, the end result...

Omicron proves — yet again — COVID is not just a red-state problem

The Omicron wave should finally put paid to the perfervid fantasy that COVID is somehow primarily a red-state phenomenon, fueled by Republican recklessness and heartlessness.

Curtis Sliwa backs Andrew Giuliani for New York governor

The red-beret wearing Guardian Angels founder slammed the state Republican Party leadership for attempting to "anoint" Long Island Congressman Lee Zeldin to be the GOP's standard bearer for governor.

Post-Christmas dilemma: What do I do with gifts I don't want?

It's often a holiday conundrum: Do you keep the items you really don't want, regift them, return them, or what?

Bills star tells Patriots fans to 'shut the f--k up' after touchdown

After catching a second-quarter touchdown pass against the Patriots, Stefon Diggs had some words for the Pats fans sitting behind the end zone in Foxborough.

Huma Abedin said NY Post publishing Weiner sexting photo was 'final straw'

​Huma Abedin said the "final straw" for her came when The Post published a photo on its front page of her husband, disgraced Congressman Anthony Weiner.

Jets receiver's model girlfriend loses it over his crazy touchdown

Sophia Culpo is loving every minute of boyfriend Braxton Berrios' highlight reel from Sunday.

La Vida Loca: I was so desperate to look like Ricky Martin I had 30 surgeries

A man has revealed he has undergone 30 cosmetic operations and spent over $8,000 to look like Ricky Martin. Francisco Mariano Javier Ibanez, from Buenos Aires, Argentina, 33, has admitted...

Unvaccinated Bills player fined almost $100K for violating COVID protocols

Cole Beasley is racking up fines for violating the NFL's COVID-19 protocols to the tune of almost $100,000, per ESPN's Chris Mortensen.

Raiders expected to interview ex-Jets coach for vacancy

Todd Bowles could soon be back in a head coaching role.

Hamptons man fatally shot inside home on Christmas is identified

A man who was killed in a Hamptons home invasion early Christmas morning has been identified, Southampton police said Sunday.

Sword-slay suspect flashes wide smile in mug shot after allegedly killing beau

Brittany Wilson was captured grinning ear to ear in her mug shot after allegedly stabbing her boyfriend to death with a sword.

One dead, one injured in Queens drive-by shooting

Two men were shot -- one fatally -- when bullets flew from a vehicle on a Queens street Sunday afternoon, cops said.

Trudeau says China 'playing' Western nations, urges united front

The Canadian prime minister said the China-ruling Communist Party is leveraging its wealth to turn nations against each other and place political realities behind economic obligations.

Jake Fromm's wife supports Giants QB in starting debut

Jake Fromm's biggest cheerleader isn't missing his debut as an NFL starter.

Jaguars have interest in these three candidates to replace Urban Meyer

The Jaguars already have an initial list of candidates for their head coaching vacancy after firing Urban Meyer 13 games into the season.

NYC straphanger shoved onto subway tracks in 'unprovoked' attack: NYPD

A 31-year-old straphanger was pushed onto the subway tracks in Brooklyn but was able to get himself up from the tracks and was taken to Lutheran Hospital in stable condition.

LI teen charged with DWI after striking two pedestrians, one fatally: police

Luis Trujillo and Veronica Deleon were walking in front of an apartment building at 2455 Union Boulevard around 2:45 p.m. when the Honda Pilot driven by the 18-year-old struck them.

Grisly find: Cops discover severed head in pickup truck during traffic stop

Cops pulled over 57-year-old Eric Holland near the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino on Thursday, and found he was sought on an outstanding warrant for theft and embezzlement dating to...

Two college bowl games canceled due to COVID outbreaks

The Fenway Bowl and Military Bowl were both canceled as coronavirus outbreaks at Virginia and Boston College forced them to call off their postseason plans.

Kamala Harris says 'democracy' is biggest national security threat in CBS interview

Vice President Kamala Harris appeared to misspeak during an interview aired Sunday when she answered "democracy" when asked what's the biggest national security challenge facing the US.

Whole Foods shoppers balk at paying $9.95 delivery fee, orders plummet

The Amazon-owned grocer used to offer free delivery to Amazon Prime customers, but the newly tacked-on fee has led some customers to schlep their groceries themselves.

Patriots rookie QB and girlfriend twin in matching Christmas PJs

Patriots quarterback Mac Jones and girlfriend Sophie Scott enjoyed a cozy Christmas together Saturday, twinning in matching pajamas.

There's a new 'team to watch' in Ben Simmons trade talks

One of the NBA's biggest surprise teams could emerge as a top option for a potential Ben Simmons trade.

'Christmas has been ruined': Brits cry fowl over 'rotten' turkeys

Birds peddled for the big day by multiple top supermarkets were found to be green, slimy and smelly by some unlucky customers Friday.

An FDNY lieutenant found dead at Staten Island firehouse

Lt. Joseph Maiello, 53, was discovered deceased at Engine 163/Ladder 83 at 875 Jewett Ave. in Castleton Corners, the FDNY said.

Alex Jones' wife arrested for alleged domestic violence: authorities

Alex Jones did not disclose exactly what transpired on December 24, 2021 nor elaborate on if he had been injured but blamed the incident on a "medication imbalance."

Pro boxer killed in front of kids, girlfriend in possible 'road rage' on Christmas Eve

Danny Kelly Jr. was driving to a holiday gathering with his children and gal pal when a suspect pulled up his vehicle next to the family's SUV and opened fire.

Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Matthews enjoy daughter's first Christmas

Patrick Mahomes and fiancée Brittany Matthews celebrated their first Christmas this year as a family of three.

Display window at trendy NYC shop smashed, clothing swiped from mannequins

Photos show shattered glass strewn across the sidewalk in front of the smashed-in window of Superdry at 21 West 34th St. -- with at least one mannequin sprawled like a...

Jets dealt another blow as star tests positive for COVID

COVID-19 dealt the Jets another blow Sunday morning when star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams tested positive.

LeBron James sticks up for struggling Lakers star after another brutal night

Russell Westbrook caught heat on Christmas night for his abysmal 4-for-20 performance against Brooklyn — one that felt emblematic of his time with the Lakers so far.

Aaron Rodgers 'teary-eyed' after massive milestone

Aaron Rodgers was emotional Saturday after breaking the franchise record for touchdown passes, eclipsing Brett Favre.

Boris Johnson to hold meeting on potential restrictions amid Omicron surge

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will meet Monday with top advisers to determine if he will impose new restrictions in the UK amid a COVID-19 surge driven by the Omicron...

Watch NJ diner waitress react after Zach Wilson gifts her two Jets tickets on Christmas

Jets quarterback Zach Wilson made the holiday season extra special for a New Jersey family this year by gifting them two tickets to Sunday's game.

Fauci admits US needs to 'do better' with at-home COVID tests, warns cases will rise

Dr. Anthony Fauci explained that the rapid COVID-19 tests have become more difficult to come by due to the surge of cases caused by the Omicron variant.

Browns coach addresses Baker Mayfield's job status after Christmas disaster

Baker Mayfield's four-interception debacle in Green Bay on Christmas not only cost the Browns a chance to win, but likely cost them a shot at the playoffs in the muddled...

The best foods to help cure jet lag -- and what you should never eat

Feeling exhausted during the day and waking up in the middle of the night can be frustrating when you are trying to make the most of your vacation.

China's local COVID case count driven to 21-month high

The National Health Commission reported 158 cases that were the result of community spread on Sunday, the highest since the early months of the pandemic in March 2020.

Have an indoor garden in an apartment with The EVE, currently $100 off

This is a simple way to house beautiful plants in a small space.

Putin weighing options if security guarantees on NATO expansion in Ukraine not met

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday said he is weighing a number of options if the West fails to accede to his demands for security guarantees on NATO expansion in...

Straphanger stabbed in NYC subway this morning, cops say

A man jabbed a sharp object into the woman’s gut around 8 a.m. near the Chambers Street A/C/E line, cops said. It wasn’t immediately clear if the attack happened on...

'Human error': COVID lab incorrectly informed patients they tested negative

A COVID-19 testing lab in Australia has apologized after it mistakenly informed more than 400 patients that they tested negative for the virus when they were positive.

'Domestic violence situation:' One dead, three injured in Christmas Eve shooting

Local police said officers found three of the victims inside the Alpharetta apartment and one outside it when they came to the scene, Fox 5 Atlanta reported.

Two men fatally shot on NYC street corner, cops say

The gunshots rang out around 4 a.m. at the intersection of East 168th Street and Morris Avenue, fatally striking a 31-year-old in the head.

Snap up this team's total under in this AFC matchup

The Texans go into Sunday’s game against the Chargers having scored only 14.8 points per game this season.

Take the underdog in this massive AFC North matchup

We’re apprehensive about Cincy going conservative with a lead here. The Ravens’ inner toughness rules.

Pope Francis calls declining birth rate in Italy a 'tragedy'

During his weekly address in front of St. Peter’s Basilica, the pope expressed concern about a growing number of Italian couples opting not to create large families.

Myanmar army kills more than 30 on Christmas Eve 'massacre'

International human rights group Save the Children accused the Myanmar military of killing at least 38 people in Eastern Myanmar on Friday.

Hapless NFC team will continue its success against the spread

The Lions are the gift that keeps on giving as oddsmakers and bettors continue to underestimate how competitive they’ve been all year.

Woman slammed as 'spoiled' after calling $650 gift 'nothing special'

Knowing what to get for a partner can be a tricky business.

Giants make 2022 decisions on head coach, quarterback

Amid another extremely disappointing season, the Giants have set their plans at head coach and quarterback for the 2022 season.

Giants vs. Eagles odds, analysis and predictions for Sunday's NFL Week 16 games

Post guru Dave Blezow makes his picks for Giants-Eagles and the rest of Sunday's NFL action.

Every Android user should install this life-saving feature on their phone

Every Android phone has a medical feature that you should set up as soon as possible. Found under Emergency Information – it could help paramedics save your life.

Can I change my mind and accept a job offer after all?

I was offered a job and declined it but I have since changed my mind. The job is still available. Will I look like a flake if I call and...

As 2022 approaches, it’s time to reflect and re-examine your career focus

With 2022 around the corner, it’s time to reflect on the mistakes and successes. Luckily, these career experts offer the best advice on taking the right step toward growth.

Life of Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu in photos

Archbishop Desmond Tutu -- a Nobel Peace Prize winner -- died at the age of 90.

Giants vs. Eagles: Preview, predictions, what to watch for

Since losing to the Giants in Week 12, the Eagles have not lost. Since beating the Eagles in Week 12, the Giants have not won. Notice a trend here?

Jets vs. Jaguars: Preview, predictions, what to watch for

This is the fourth time in NFL history that quarterbacks selected No. 1 and No. 2 overall will face off as rookies.

Hundreds of more flights canceled as Omicron surge wreaks havoc on Christmas travel

Flights continued to be canceled by the hundreds across the country on Christmas as airline workers come down with the highly contagious COVID-19 Omicron variant.

Black law enforcement group backs Eric Adams on solitary confinement in NYC jails

A black law enforcement organization backed Mayor-elect Eric Adams’ position on revamping solitary confinement in New York City jails amid a push by lawmakers to ban the practice.

Noble-prize winner, major voice against South African apartheid dead at 90

Tutu was diagnosed with prostate cancer in the late 1990s and in recent years he was hospitalized on several occasions to treat infections associated with his cancer treatment.

Man shoots parents at their Long Island home on Christmas morning

Gunshots rang out at a home on Seawane Drive in Hewlett Harbor just after 10 a.m., and investigators arrived to find a 64-year-woman shot in the head and a 65-year-old...

Christmas tree fire kills three members of Pennsylvania family

A Pennsylvania father and two of his sons were killed in a Christmas morning fire that was believed to have been started by lights on the family's Christmas tree.

Get pearly whites with this award-winning electric toothbrush, now $90 off

There's no better time to work toward pearly whites.

Legendary Motown singer Wanda Young dead at 78

Young, 78, died Dec. 15 of complications of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, her daughter Meta Ventress told The New York Times Saturday.

Biden's been breaking his promises on COVID tests all year --- only to keep doing it again and again

In last week’s Omicron speech, President Joe Biden tried to show strong leadership by saying he’d make 500 million at-home tests available for free to all who wanted one. But...

Putin’s Ukraine ploy is all about fooling the folks back home

Give Russian President Vladimir Putin an Oscar for his histrionics over Ukraine. Vlad seemed to loose his cool at his annual year-end press conference Thursday when a Sky News reporter...

Bet on road chalk in this NFL Week 16 clash

Tampa Bay has shifted key personnel — including Chris Godwin, Lavonte David, Leonard Fournette and Pat O’Connor — to the IR.

Letters to the Editor — Dec. 26, 2021

Martha’s jail goodsOnly in our depraved era can someone like Martha Stewart successfully monetize the fact that she is a convicted felon by hawking artwork that she made in prison...

James Harden vows Nets will improve with this addition

James Harden was brilliant Saturday against the Lakers. But he can be even better once he’s got Kyrie Irving alongside him.

Target these NFL Week 16 over/under plays

With two teams likely to try to move the ball through the air, we’ll likely get some points in Vikings-Rams.

Man and woman had 12-year-old flown from Texas to east coast for sex

Adrienne Klein, 43, of Gulf Breeze, Fla. and Gesart Hoxha, 20, of Buford, Ga. allegedly paid for the child to fly from Texas to the Atlanta area then put her...

Steelers' star has so much more to accomplish: ‘Leave my mark on this game’

T.J. Watt, dream Steeler for a dream football town, vowed his hunger would never wane on the day he signed his four-year, $112 million contract extension.

Arizona man killed in wrong-way collision while chasing girlfriend in truck

A wrong-way driver died after going on a road rage rampage against his girlfriend on an Arizona highway.