December 28, 2021

There will never be another John Madden

He was Boom! He was Turducken. He was Thanksgiving. He was football.

How Michigan star knocked on a door and it changed his life

“My name’s David Ojabo,” Saylor recalled him saying. “I’m tougher, stronger, more athletic than Jayson Oweh. Do you mind if I try playing football?”

Local college star helping cancer-stricken mom with NIL deal

Two years ago, Jose Perez hit a mental wall over on-court struggles that ruined the end of his season.

Big man saves Knicks from ugly loss to Timberwolves

The Knicks hung on in an ugly, low-scoring affair against the Timberwolves mostly because center Mitchell Robinson was a monster all night underneath.

20-year-old Georgia man charged with killing his mom and stepdad

A 20-year-old Georgia man was arrested for allegedly shooting dead his mother and stepfather at the family’s home early Tuesday morning, authorities said.

Nets star playing like an MVP again

James Harden is back. So are the Nets as NBA title favorites.

Denver shooting spree suspect Lyndon McLeod harbored extremist views: report

Colorado police identified Lyndon James McLeod as the shooter who allegedly went on a "shooting rampage" in the Denver area Monday night.

Cops looking for pregnant woman who went missing in Queens

Annemarie "Mimi" Cusumano is seven weeks pregnant and has been missing since Dec. 13, police said, though family said they last spoke to her Dec. 17.

Transfer's emergence giving Alabama's passing game big boost

With the Buckeyes, Jameson Williams was an afterthought, held back by a loaded receiving corps. At Alabama, he’s been essential, a much-needed addition.

'Glad to be alive': Subway stabbing victim recounts clash with attacker

Ashley Painson recounted her harrowing ordeal, claiming a fight broke out with her attacker on Sunday after she refused to open a door for another man who hadn’t paid his...

Sports world reacts to John Madden's death

News of John Madden's passing hit Twitter on Monday evening, and athletes, coaches and broadcasters from across the sports world reacted.

Knicks rookie's return has different meaning now

The Knicks got back another body in rookie point guard Miles McBride, who was cleared from protocols Tuesday and rejoined the team in Minnesota. But there is no longer any...

Bar raises dramatically for Zach Wilson now

When Zach Wilson stares across the MetLife Stadium field at the opposite sideline this Sunday, it won’t be Trevor Lawrence he’ll be looking at as his game-day counterpart.

Former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid passes away at 82

Reid, a Nevada Democrat, served in Congress from 1983 until his retirement in 2017. He became majority leader in 2007 and served in that position until 2015.

Biden claims to make 'bit of progress' on COVID test crisis during Delaware beach trip

Biden made the vaguely reassuring remark as he took his new puppy Commander to the beach near his Delaware vacation home.

Buccaneers coach tests positive for COVID, may miss Jets game

Days after the Jets were forced to play a game without their head coach, their upcoming opponent, the Buccaneers, may be without their head coach when they play Sunday at...

Trump endorses Alaska Gov. Dunleavy -- if he doesn't support Murkowski

Former President Donald Trump announced he is endorsing GOP Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy's reelection bid, as long as Dunleavy refrains from backing Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) in her race.

Movie theater worker exposes items patrons leave behind after screenings

“I understand a little [spilled] popcorn but SPITTING YOUR SUNFLOWER SEEDS ON THE FLOOR!?”

John Madden, legendary NFL coach and broadcaster, dead at 85

John Madden, the Hall of Fame coach turned broadcaster whose exuberant calls combined with simple explanations provided a weekly soundtrack to NFL games for three decades, died Tuesday morning, the...

NYC's hospitalization rate keeps climbing as COVID cases surge

During a press briefing, Mayor de Blasio revealed that the city's hospitalization admission rate rose nearly 30 percent from Christmas Day.

Eric Adams launches new City Hall office to crack down on waste, fraud — with 3 targets in his sights

The new office Adams is creating will focus on inefficiencies in three key agencies as its first order of business.

Letters to the Editor — Dec. 29, 2021

The Issue: Nikole Hannah-Jones’ argument against parents deciding what children are taught in schools. How hypocritical of New York Times reporter Nicole Hannah-Jones to tell parents they should have no...

Defiant Gothamites show COVID panic's days may finally be numbered

Just when you thought the pandemic could hold no more surprises, the Omicron grinch has brought America something new for the holidays: the festive panic.In New York City especially, the...

Randi Weingarten's attempts to rewrite school-closings history won't fly

American Federation of Teachers boss Randi Weingarten has learned an important lesson from the pandemic: Parents really resent the fact that she and the union she heads pushed to keep...

Biden's COVID incompetence, hypocrisy and fact-spinning are only making things worse

You can’t blame Joe Biden for the COVID pandemic any more than you can blame Donald Trump, yet when it comes to fighting the virus, the current prez seems to...

Keep the schools open! NY pols must resist union push to go remote again

“Follow the science” has been a refrain of the left for the past two years. Well, then follow it. Kids need to be in school. Don’t take it away from...

Former Bear Stearns CEO Jimmy Cayne dead at 87

Jimmy Cayne, the former Bear Stearns chief executive who became infamous for playing bridge and reportedly smoking marijuana rather than keeping an eye on the financial behemoth he ran, died...

ESPN reporter dead at 44: 'Can't believe this is real'

Jeff Dickerson, who covered the Chicago Bears for ESPN, died on Tuesday from complications of colon cancer at the age of 44. Dickerson's wife, Caitlin, died two years ago from...

'House of Gucci,' 'Eternals' tortured movie fans in 2021

From Sia's "Music" to LeBron James' "Space Jam: A New Legacy," here are the five worst movies of 2021.

Best movies of 2021 – 'Licorice Pizza,' Dune,' more – prove film isn't dead

2021 was a gazillion times better than 2020.

Young defenseman will get big chance as another Ranger hits COVID list

The Rangers’ defense will have a slightly different look when they take the ice for the first time in 12 days for their game Wednesday in Sunrise, Fla., against the...

Controversial NHL star calls 'bulls--t' on Olympic decision

Marchand called out the NHL for blocking its players from participating in the upcoming Winter Olympics.

'Emily in Paris' hottie Lucas Bravo: Stop objectifying me

It's not easy being beautiful. 

Here's what was found inside second time capsule buried at site of Robert E. Lee statue

Confederate memorabilia and ammo were pulled Tuesday from a 19th century time capsule that had been embedded in a massive pedestal under a Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond, Va.

People in the Hamptons are paying $500 for a COVID test

A doctor in the Hamptons is asking as much as $500 for a single COVID test -- and well-heeled hypochondriacs are shelling out the exorbitant sum, sources told On The...

De Blasio, with 'Vision Zero' a signature policy, goes out with highest single-year traffic death toll of his tenure

Mayor Bill de Blasio's final year in office has seen more traffic fatalities than any other year in his two-term tenure, according to city stats.

Defund police backer Brad Lander to have NYPD security detail as comptroller

Comptroller-elect Brad Lander, who has advocated for defunding the NYPD's budget in 2020, will have a police security detail when he takes office.

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Dana White proposes wild cocaine challenge with Jake Paul

Dana White and Jake Paul are probably going to spar in the media for perpetuity. Last week, Paul challenged UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal to a fight, chiding him about how...

Man left naked on public beach after sister gifts dissolvable shorts

A Tennessee woman has been slammed for gifting her brother a pair of "dissolvable" swim shorts before filming him frolicking in the waters of a public beach as they disappear....

CityMD closes 31 clinics amid Omicron surge

CityMD is closing down 31 local urgent-care clinics due to staff shortages in the midst of a surge in the COVID Omicron variant, the health care company said Tuesday.

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Porn & prostitutes: New doc reveals true depravity of 'Times Square Killer'

A new docuseries explores the grisly crimes of serial killer Richard Cottingham, who preyed on sex workers in Times Square, then a seedy nucleus of pornography, prostitution and crime.

Aaron Rodgers slams his Twitter enemies with 'closed doors' NFL COVID claim

Pat McAfee asked Rodgers if he's ever had the urge to confront "some of these blue check marks that are attacking" him on social media.

Former NBA All-Star slept at home arena after spending rookie salary

Gilbert Arenas wasn't exactly frugal with his finances at the start of his NBA career. In a new interview, the former All-Star guard told "VladTV" that he spent his entire $850,000...

Nail salon pays $1.75M to client who lost leg after botched pedicure

What began as a routine pedicure for one nail salon customer in 2018 ended three years later in a $1.75 million court settlement and one fewer limb.

Morgan Wallen has best-selling album of 2021 despite his N-word rant

Morgan Wallen’s potty mouth, surprisingly, didn’t stop him from being flush with success this year.  Despite the “Dangerous” country singer’s untenable use of the N-word in February, Wallen, 28, had...

The Democratic Party is now the party of welfare — not working people

The Democratic Party used to call itself the party of working people and hail the “dignity of work.” No more. Now Democrats want to guarantee people who choose not to...

Afghanistan's orphans: More than 1,400 kids evacuated without parents

Roughly 1,450 Afghan children evacuated to the United States without their families. Many children remain in US custody, wondering when they will reunite with their parents.

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Inside Julia Roberts' stunning $8.3M San Francisco home

"Pretty Woman," prettier house. Julia Roberts shelled out $8.3 million for a five-story century-old Victorian Revival-style home in the heart of San Francisco.  The Post has obtained photos of the...

Sex accuser Virginia Giuffre might not be able to sue Prince Andrew in New York

Virginia Giuffre may not be able to sue the royal in New York because she lives in Australia, not Colorado like she claimed in her federal civil suit.

One of Tom Brady’s ‘best moments’ with Gisele came during football scandal

The Deflategate chapter is one Tom Brady would probably like to forget, with the expectation of his delayed honeymoon with Gisele Bündchen, of course.

Excelsior Hotel on Upper West Side sells for $80M

The Excelsior Hotel – a century-old landmark on Manhattan’s Upper West Side that was shuttered during the pandemic – has been sold for nearly $80 million to a developer that...

Islanders can't escape COVID nightmare

The Islanders will wait at least one more day before they return to the ice.

NJ native and yacht tycoon killed amid promise of hotel orgy: cops

A yacht-company mogul born in New Jersey was robbed and killed after inviting two men back to his posh hotel in Madrid for an orgy, authorities say.

Deion Sanders opens up about the 'ultimate sellout' for teams like his

Deion Sanders does not plan on having Jackson State compete against Power Five schools anytime soon.

George Michael's friend reveals what 'really' caused singer's death

On the five-year anniversary of pop legend George Michael’s death, his childhood friend has spoken out about their time together -- and the life-changing loss which he believes is responsible...

How Edward O. Wilson taught us to expand our sense of wonder

Edward O. Wilson, the Harvard biologist who died Sunday at age 92, is most famous for his contributions to evolutionary biology, but he built his career on ants.

Take this double-digit college hoops underdog

The Yale Bulldogs are looking to make up for lost time as the Ivy League opted out of the 2020-21 season, and they will play on the West Coast against...

Mayor de Blasio dismisses impact of child vaccine mandate on NYC tourism

Mayor Bill de Blasio spurned the concerns of tourists who can't dine in city restaurants because their kids aren't vaccinated — while dismissing the economic impact on the eateries.

Ex-Gov. Cuomo won't be charged for kissing women in Westchester, DA says

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo is off the hook for planting unwanted kisses on a female state trooper and a random woman during separate incidents while he was in office, the...

Asian activist group demands boycott of 'Licorice Pizza' over 'racist' scenes

Activist group The Media Action Network for Asian Americans are urging the film Academy to boycott Paul Thomas Anderson's acclaimed film "Licorice Pizza" over scenes that they believe promulgate anti-Japanese...

Voters see through Biden's lies and other commentary

From the right: Voters See Through Biden’s Lies “President Biden’s approval rating has plummeted,” and maybe that’s because he and his team say “things that are not just untrue but...

Sex, love and relationship predictions for every zodiac sign in 2022

The year 2022 will bring epic love. Soulmate love. The kind of love that will change you.

Gov. Hochul signs bill advancing bike access at MTA bridges and stations

The governor signed legislation Tuesday to expand cycling and pedestrian access at MTA operated facilities, many of which prohibit non-vehicle transit.

Border Patrol official's tweet about 'potential terrorist' arrest deleted

A tweet posted last week by a Border Patrol official that included a photo of a man described as a "potential terrorist" ​was taken down.

Heated debate intensifies around Lakers star: 'Doesn't get it'

Russell Westbrook has quickly become a major scapegoat for a sour Lakers season, and he caught the ire of Shannon Sharpe on Tuesday.

Live in this viral, all-black 'goth' house for $250K

"Designed by Voldemort," one person commented.

Jaguars' hunt to replace Urban Meyer begins with a lot of options

The Jacksonville Jaguars have at least seven coaches whom they plan to interview for their head coaching job.

Knicks may suddenly have hands full with Anthony Edwards' possible return

The Knicks may have to deal with Anthony Edwards when they play the Timberwolves Tuesday night.

Tough pill to swallow: NJ lawyer, partner ordered to stop selling bogus COVID-19 cure

Retired lawyer Ralph Fucetola and Dr. Rima Laibow were ordered to recall the treatment and destroy supplies as part of Monday's settlement.

Mother of teen killed by LAPD stray bullet describes tragic moment daughter died

The heartbroken mother of the 14-year-old girl killed by a stray police bullet at a Los Angeles department store wiped tears from her face as she described the moment her...

Over 6,000 NYPD cops out sick, many with COVID or flu-like symptoms

More than 6,000 NYPD cops – about 17 percent of the 36,000-member uniformed force – were out sick as of Tuesday, police sources said.

Infamous NJ mom's conviction in 1991 death of son gets tossed

New Jersey’s top court Tuesday tossed out the conviction of a mom in the 1991 death of her 5-year-old son — one of the state’s previously longest-running cold cases.

Apple offers employees up to $180K bonus to stop defections to Facebook parent Meta: report

Apple is paying out surprise bonuses of up to $180,000 to software engineers in a bid to stop employees from defecting to other big tech companies including Facebook parent Meta,...

Jan. 6 House panel wants ‘interim' findings released by the summer: report

Committee aides familiar with the timeline told sources that the panel is discussing having public hearings in the winter and spring, followed by the release of the interim report.

'The Music Man' canceled after Hugh Jackman gets COVID-19

"Just wanted you to hear it from me," he wrote. "I tested positive for COVID. Mild symptoms and as soon as I’m cleared … looking forward to getting back to...

'You're a disgrace': Chicago 911 dispatcher slams mayor over surge in crime

Dispatcher Keith Thornton, who went off on a viral online rant last week, said on Fox & Friends Tuesday that Lightfoot has turned Chicago into "a death zone" by failing...

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DoorDash engineers angry over being forced to deliver orders

"What the actual f--k?" wrote an employee in a viral post, which revealed the person's yearly total compensation of $400,000. "I didn't sign up for this, there was nothing in...

Disney World to reopen Typhoon Lagoon Water Park on Jan. 2

The water park closed in March 2020, along with the rest of Disney World due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Online store 'stunt' aims to promote understanding of workplace inequality

A newly launched “Pay Gap Store” aims to highlight workplace inequality by encouraging shoppers to pay different prices based on their race and gender. Launched earlier this month, the online store asks...

How Tom Brady and sisters got through 2016 with mom's cancer battle, Deflategate

Tom Brady and his family rallied off the field ahead of the 2016 NFL season when their own MVP, matriarch Galynn, was diagnosed with cancer amid the Deflategate drama.

Trump golf course, PGA reach agreement after tournament pulled

The terms of the settlement are undisclosed, but both sides expressed satisfaction with each other after the agreement.

Jan. 6 House panel agrees to White House request to shield some Trump records

The committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot has agreed to shield some Trump administration documents due to concerns about national security and executive privilege.

Biden revokes southern Africa travel restrictions as Omicron spikes in US

President Biden formally announced Tuesday that he was lifting travel restrictions imposed last month on eight southern African countries

Maitland Ward blasts Billie Eilish for saying porn is a 'disgrace'

Eilish lashed out at the porn industry earlier this month, saying X-rated movies have "destroyed her brain."

Grandpa, 88, graduates after 70 years alongside 23-year-old granddaughter

Seven decades after Rene Neira first enrolled in college, the 88-year-old finally got his degree this month alongside his 23-year-old granddaughter. 

Conjoined twin recalls sister's death: 'I feel like I can channel her'

Going viral on TikTok has helped this woman connect to her late conjoined twin.

China pursues tech ‘self-reliance,’ fueling global unease

Beijing’s campaign is adding to tension with Washington and Europe, which see China as a strategic competitor and complain it steals technology. They limit access to tools needed to improve...

This critter is the animal kingdom's heaviest alcohol drinker

University of Alaska researchers have discovered that hamsters are the heavyweights of the animal kingdom when it comes to handling their hooch

Temptations Broadway musical 'Ain't Too Proud' to close in January

Another one bites the dust.

How NBA star wants to make it up to fan he hit in head with airmailed pass

Rockets forward Christian Wood nailed a fan in the head with a pass during Monday's game.

'Karen' caught assaulting Delta passenger has had other brushes with the law

The woman who was arrested after she was caught on video slapping a passenger aboard a Delta flight has had other brushes with the law -- including just last month,...

Unvaccinated Colts QB lands on COVID list, throwing team into chaos

The unvaccinated Wentz is likely to miss Sunday's massive game against the Raiders after he was placed on the NFL's reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday.

Cops recover car in deadly Florida hit-and-run and ID child victims

The fatal victims of the tragic hit-and-run have been identified as Andrea Fleming, 6, and 5-year-old Kylie Jones, the Broward County Sheriff's Office said in a press release.

9 hidden gem TV shows from 2021 that were overlooked

This year, a handful of shows garnered all the buzz -- while other noteworthy shows fell through the cracks. As the year draws to a close, here's a look at...

Power shift complete in New York's sports radio ratings war

In the time slot of 3-6:30 p.m., when both shows overlap, Kay's show, which features Don La Greca and Peter Rosenberg, bested Craig Carton and Evan Roberts

Ring it up? Boxer Jake Paul spied sizing up Miami penthouses

On the heels of a knock-out win against former UFC champ Tyron Woodley, boxer Jake Paul visited the sales office of E11Even Hotel and Residences in Miami just before Christmas.

Bodybuilder accused of shooting LI parents waives rights to New Jersey extradition hearing

Dino Tomassetti made a brief virtual appearance in court in Bergen County, NJ, on Monday afternoon, where he agreed to be shipped directly to Nassau County court for the case.

Turkey, Qatar in talks underway to restart Afghan evacuation flights

Thousands of America's Afghan allies have been looking to leave Afghanistan since the Taliban reconquered the country in August.

Underground caper: Man with Batman air pistol nabbed in NYC subway

The eagle-eyed witness spotted the gun-wielding man aboard a 6 train around 10:15 a.m. and immediately notified a clerk at the Astor Place station, police said.

The Nets' Big 3 can finally practice together

All three veterans are expected to be available for Wednesday’s practice.

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Foul-lic behavior: Turkish influencer sentenced for posing with penis sculpture

Under Turkish law, Merve Taskin faced up to three years in the slammer, but she was handed a not-so-stiff five-month suspended sentence.

Company behind 'League of Legends' to pay $100M in gender discrimination suit

The company said it will pay $80M to the members of the class-action suit, comprising all current and former full-time women employees and temporary agency contractors in Calif. who worked...

Fauci says travel vax mandate unlikely -- after hinting at support

The surge in cases has led to thousands of flight cancellations and delays as airlines struggle to find replacements for staff who have called out sick.

New female 'Prison Bae' Nyla Murrell sparks frenzy: 'I'll bail you out'

She broke the law — now she’s breaking the internet.  Nyla Murrell-French, a 22-year-old inmate serving a seven-year prison sentence at an adult detention center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for stabbing...

Domino effect: Another member of Congress tests positive for COVID

“Today, after being notified of a recent exposure, I tested positive with a breakthrough case of COVID-19," the 75-year-old Rush wrote on Twitter.

Santa ejected for fighting at Cowboys game

The Santa was ultimately ejected from the game, strutting up the aisle under his own power, flanked by a security guard from behind.

Death of Egyptian pharaoh Amenhotep I still a mystery after 'unwrapping'

Archaeologists and medical researchers saw finally "unwrapped" a royal mummy for the first time — without lifting a single gauze.

10 secrets for working out in 2022, according to personal trainers

We tapped personal trainers for their savviest strategies to torching sweat at the (home) gym.

Sweet deal: My sugar daddy paid me $2,000 a month just to text him

Talk is cheap — but texting is expensive, according to Indiana waitress Bailey Hunter, who's going viral on TikTok thanks to her sweet deal.

NYPD directive to record race, gender during traffic stops sparks officer concerns

From Jan. 1, officers will be required to fill out a new form that notes the demographics of the person driving the vehicle or bike, and whether any police action...

Ruff case: Dognapper snatches pup near LI shop in broad daylight, video shows

Police are hunting for a man who was caught on surveillance video snatching a tiny dog from outside a Long Island convenience store on Christmas Eve.

NBA legend trashes LeBron James over COVID meme: 'Blow to his legacy'

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar believes LeBron James tarnished his legacy by sharing a COVID-19 meme on Instagram.

Netflix's 'Cheer' getting surprise Season 2, will address Jerry Harris' arrest

According to Netflix, Season 2 will address Jerry Harris’ sexual misconduct charges that included child pornography and its impact on the team.

Who to bet in Liberty and Holiday bowls

VSiN’s college football expert dives into two of Tuesday’s higher-profile bowl games.

Everything Baba Vanga, the blind Bulgarian mystic, predicted for 2022

The prophecies of a blind woman from Bulgaria have been used by conspiracy theorists as proof she was able to predict the future. Baba Vanga's claims have been linked to...

The real reason why women burn out faster than men

According to a new study, a feeling of "time stress" is what's driving women to burnout faster than men in the workplace.

Gold prices hit one-month high on inflation worries

The lack of a rise in bond yields and building inflationary pressures are supportive factors for the gold market, said David Meger, director of metals trading at High Ridge Futures.

Ghislaine Maxwell trial judge may have jurors deliberate every day this week until they reach a verdict

Judge Alison Nathan said that she may ask the 12-person panel to “make plans to continue deliberating until a verdict is reached" due to rising COVID-19 cases.

Rookie QB's girlfriend celebrated his NFL debut before Saints debacle

Ian Book's favorite fan was especially excited to watch the Saints quarterback make his NFL debut on Monday night. Unfortunately, the outing was anything but memorable.

NYC students exposed to COVID can stay in class if they test negative: de Blasio

Mayor Bill De Blasio noted that 98 percent of close contacts of public schools students who test positive for the virus do not end up contracting it as well.

Macaw shows off his new 3D-printed titanium beak after losing his in fight

Now the 20-year-old bird can eat solid food for the first time in two years — and bend his cage’s bars — thanks to surgeons who bolted the metal pecker...

NBA star 'blacked out' before nearly confronting 'malicious' fan

Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson was close to getting into a spat with a heckler during Utah's win against the Spurs on Monday, until his teammates restrained him.

Making waves: Swimming official says transgender swimmer Lia Thomas is 'destroying' the sport

Cynthia Millen, who had officiated USA Swimming meets for three decades, stepped down earlier this month.

Most ridiculous trends of 2021: From NFTs to the milk crate challenge

As if the trends from years past couldn't get worse, somehow they always do.

Save the date: US, Russia talks slated for Jan. 10

Separate talks between Russia and NATO are scheduled for Jan. 12, with another round of discussion slated for Jan. 13.

'I felt sick': Sports broadcaster opens up on year from hell

The Australian star Molan is suing the Daily Mail, going through a public breakup and a career change.

Race cars tumble toward crowd in dramatic crash video

So much for a relaxing day at the track. Multiple sprint cars were involved in an epic crash at Avalon Raceway in Lara, Australia. Terrifying POV video captured the moment...

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Syria reports second Israeli attack on vital port in a month

There were no immediate reports of casualties from the missile attacks, which activated Syrian air defenses, according to SANA.

Hubby allegedly killed wife when she refused sex -- right after he took Viagra

Vito Cangini told police he fatally stabbed his Ukrainian wife, Natalia Kyrychok, between Christmas Day and Sunday in the town of Fanano di Gradara.

Chinese residents ‘starving’ as world’s strictest COVID lockdown bans them leaving home

The city's tough lockdown rules mean no one is allowed outside unless for mass testing or a medical emergency.

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College Football Playoff betting lines, angles: Michigan can crash the party

Six seasons into his run as Michigan coach, Jim Harbaugh was an overhyped underachiever. At the end of his seventh year, Harbaugh has rewritten the storyline, and now he’s a...

The funniest memes of 2021

While most American's were home due to the pandemic, many were online creating the next big meme. Relive this year's best and funniest memes from "Bones Day" to Ted Cruz...

Pain in the gas: Prices poised to hit $4 a gallon in 2022, report predicts

Consumers will get walloped just as school lets out and families take to the road, predicts GasBuddy, an app that tracks fuel prices and energy demand.  

Apple roasted: Tech giant reopens NYC stores to 'limited' shoppers after closure backlash

The iPhone maker’s Big Apple stores are currently offering “limited” walk in shopping and repair services, according to the company’s site.

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Simone Biles has date night after boyfriend's NFL milestones

The celebrations kept on rolling for Simone Biles and boyfriend Jonathan Owens on Monday following his massive game with the Texans over the weekend.

Betty White shared longevity secrets before death: 'Avoid anything green'

White also credited being “born a cockeyed optimist” as her secret to longevity, noting she “got it from [her] mom. I always find the positive."

Almost one in 10 moms isn't sure who fathered their baby: poll

The question about paternal identity was included in a broader survey about lying.

'No federal solution': GOP slams 'hypocrite' Biden for COVID claim

Biden, who famously vowed to "shut down the virus" during the 2020 presidential campaign, made the apparent admission during a virtual meeting with the nation's governors about the pandemic response.

Security guard zapped by lightning in shocking video somehow survives

An Indonesian security guard miraculously survived after a bolt of lightning struck him and vaporized his umbrella, as seen in a shocking video.

Fries with that? Five anti-vax protesters arrested after storming NYC Burger King

The mask-less protesters were filmed screaming at employees for refusing to serve them

Turns out J.K. Rowling isn't censored from Harry Potter 'Hogwarts' TV reunion

Following months of “Return to Hogwarts” fan teasers — and rampant rumors of Rowling being banned, the controversial author has finally been spotted at the 20th anniversary reunion.

Near-miss: China tells US to 'act responsibly' after close calls in space

The Chinese government claimed that Beijing's space nearly collided with small satellites operated by Elon Musk twice in the last year.

Naomi Osaka arrives in Melbourne ahead of Australian Open

Naomi Osaka touched down in Melbourne on Tuesday ahead of the 2022 Australian Open, which gets underway Monday, Jan. 17.

Mom claims Alexa encouraged kid to try deadly TikTok challenge

A mother was shocked and appalled after Amazon's digital assistant Alexa allegedly suggested that her child partake in a potentially deadly TikTok challenge.

Learn to play piano by using an AI app with this 87% off discount

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Criticized QB's injured thumb throws 49ers into intriguing situation

It may soon be rookie Trey Lance's time to shine in San Francisco if starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is unable to play Sunday due to injury.

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Man who faked being disabled teen to get diaper changed arrested again

Rutledge Deas IV, 31, of Metairie, was arrested last week after detectives investigated a text message in which offered to pay a babysitter to change his diapers.

Biden-backed antitrust crackdown could worsen inflation, ex-Treasury secretary warns

Ex-Treasury secretary Larry Summers said proposed antitrust actions were “more likely to raise than lower prices.”

Two men gunned down in NYC shootings last night

Two men were killed in separate shootings in Brooklyn and Queens Monday, including one shot dead in a potential gang-related incident, cops said.

Pope Francis reveals 3 key words for every successful marriage

Pope Francis has spent decades counseling Catholic husbands and wives, and claimed the words were crucial to ending arguments and maintaining mutual love and respect.

New study suggests Omicron infection could boost against different COVID variant

The authors found that while the neutralization of Omicron increased 14-fold over 14 days after the enrollment, there also was a 4.4-fold increase in neutralization of the Delta variant.

Daily Horoscope - December 28, 2021

Your horoscope reading for December 28, 2021

Tom Brady praises 'brave' reporter for viral Bill Belichick moment

Tom Brady's New Year's resolution is to be like the reporter who had the guts to ask an off-beat question to Bill Belichick after a division loss.

Why the Rangers need to postpone Henrik Lundqvist Night

But the priority must be the guest of honor. It must be Lundqvist. If there have not yet been serious conversations between the man of the hour and the organization,...

How a shorter quarantine signals the return of sports as we once knew them

The NFL, NBA and NHL have bent and scraped and gotten creative to enable the seasons to go on, their wits slower than the spread of the coronavirus. But on...

'Hands are tied': NYC's worst crimes in 2021 are thanks to shaky bail reform law

Between lenient judges and liberal state bail reform laws, a slew of violent criminals landed back on the streets -- only to break the law again.

QAnon follower who allegedly killed kids over ‘serpent DNA’ fears says he's 'sorry'

Matthew Taylor Coleman told said after being arrested that he killed his kids because they “were going to grow into monsters.”

These weather moments weirded us out in 2021

Take cover! Here are five of the weirdest weather moments of 2021. From thunderstorms to volcanic eruptions and more, it was an explosive year for weather across the globe.

NFL Power Rankings for Week 17

The AFC needs to sort out playoff teams. The NFC needs to sort out playoff seeds. 

Chilling audio captures pilot seconds before jet crashes, killing all onboard: 'Oh s--t! Oh s--t!'

A small plane crashed Monday night near San Diego, leaving a trail fiery wreckage on a suburban street and knocking out power to hundreds of homes, according to authorities and...

Crook snatches purse from 85-year-old woman in NYC apartment building

The male suspect was caught committing the heinous theft inside the residential building near East 149th Street and Morris Avenue in Mott Haven.

James Harden returns to MVP form in Nets' rout

James Harden looked like last season’s MVP candidate Harden. Like prime Houston Rockets Harden.