January 10, 2022

New Brooklyn president taps controversial assemblywoman to be deputy

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced Monday he’s tapped controversial Assemblywoman Diana Richardson to be his deputy.

Prosecutors and defense disagree on Ghislaine Maxwell sentencing date

Prosecutors are seeking a sentencing date for sex trafficker Maxwell, but her attorneys want to wait until they know if she'll face another trial.

Chicago schools set to resume in-person classes Wednesday

Chicago classes will be back Wednesday, one week after the teachers union voted to switch to online and told teachers not to show up in person.

Felony charges dropped against man who bought Kyle Rittenhouse's gun

Dominick Black, who purchased the AR-15-style rifle used by Kyle Rittenhouse will no longer face felony charges under a plea deal.

College football's 'entrenched' resistance to change is downright stupid

Our problem is that we keep expecting a sport that sets its watch glacially to start thinking digitally.

RJ Barrett leads Knicks as Julius Randle struggles through boos

RJ Barrett exploded for 31 points as the Knicks ran away from the Spurs in the second half to post a 111-96 victory Monday at the Garden.

Jets to make fixing this 'frustrating' issue a priority

The Jets had plenty of issues this season and injuries were near the top of the list … again.

Joe Judge's closing act showed why he must go

John Mara just needs to sign the papers. Today.

Giants players deliver show of support for embattled coach

Giants players went to bat for head coach Joe Judge one more time.

Jets' greatest receiver was even better man

Don Maynard was the greatest receiver in Jets history, the slim, lightning-fast, humble country boy with the sideburns and the cowboy boots from El Paso.

Clock is ticking on Jets GM to deliver playoff contender

Joe Douglas needs to show a heightened sense of urgency to win now by making some productive strikes in free agency.

Nets' James Harden out vs. Trail Blazers

Right when the Nets head out on the road — and get Kyrie Irving back as a result — they lose James Harden.

Former NFL QB looks skinny at CFP national championship game

Andrew Luck is in the house for Alabama-Georgia in Indianapolis, and he looks to have very minimal body fat.

Knicks show renewed interest in Jerami Grant amid Julius Randle tiff

Julius Randle got some light boos during pregame introductions in his first home game since his infamous thumbs-down gesture.

A recovering addict to Mayor Adams: Don’t let NYC become San Francisco

San Francisco Mayor London Breed declared a state of emergency because of opioid crisis in the Tenderloin neighborhood, that had more than 700 drug deaths in 2021.

CDC calls to protect those with comorbidities as hospitalizations surge

The US broke a record for COVID-19 hospitalizations on Sunday with 132,646 patients, but CDC Director Rochelle Walensky said less Americans are dying.

Nets big man realizing his potential amid consistent minutes

For Nic Claxton, part of his development is about confidence, realizing how good he could be.

Bob Saget's jokes about drugs, sex and death were rooted in tragedy

Known for his wholesome TV roles, beloved actor Bob Saget, who died Sunday at the age of 65, dabbled in drugs and alcohol and dealt with numerous family tragedies.

Georgia QB's unusual step to block out the noise: 'Old people still use them'

Georgia's Stetson Bennett is unique, and not just because he started his college career as a walk-on. The ego-less signal-caller prepared for his final season in Athens in interesting fashion.

Former Jets QB arrested on suspicion of DUI

Geno Smith was arrested on suspicion of driving under influence in King County, Wash., early Monday morning.

Giants' key lineman eyes return after career-threatening injury

Is Nick Gates going to be recovered by then from a fractured leg that required multiple surgeries?

City repeatedly flagged busted fire doors before Bronx tower inferno

City inspectors repeatedly cited The Bronx apartment where 17 residents died in a fire for not fixing its self-closing apartment doors. 

Interim coach joins much of his AHL roster with Rangers

There was an air of familiarity for the Rangers and Kris Knoblauch when the coach of the AHL Wolf Pack stepped behind the New York bench here in relief of...

Jets GM takes blame for team's failures, sees reasons for hope

Jets general manager Joe Douglas knows there are plenty of areas that need improvement with his team, including his own job performance.

NYC braces for dangerously frigid temps as coldest air chill in 3 years overtakes area

The National Weather Service said temperatures will plummet as low as minus-5 degrees Monday night as a frigid air mass sweeps into the region.

NYC restaurants hopeful on 2022 -- and cite new mayor who likes fancy eats

It was a long, brutal run for restaurants under Bill de Blasio – and some that survived are hoping they finally have a friendly ear in the mayor’s office.

Proposed law would strip SUNY's authority to OK new charter schools in New York

SUNY officials now have dual authority with the Board of Regents to issue charter school applications but a proposed law by state Sen. John Liu would change that.

The encouraging sign around John Mara's search for new Giants GM

Now John Mara desperatelys need a visionary from the outside, a fresh face and a fresh voice who is not steeped in The Giants Way.

Maryland surgeons successfully transplant pig heart into human patient

Dr. Bartley Griffith transplanted a pig heart into David Bennett, who knew there was no guarantee the experiment would work but was willing to try.

Brooklyn Nets vs. Portland Trail Blazers NBA betting odds, lines, trends

The Brooklyn Nets (25-13) are heavily favored (by 10.5 points) to build on a five-game road winning streak when they visit the Portland Trail Blazers.

Jim Belushi tokes it to the limit in Season 2 of 'Growing Belushi'

Jim Belushi is high on his plans to expand his thriving cannabis empire as Season 2 of "Growing Belushi" takes root. "We were always on a professional level in terms...

Mets' outfielder hires top agent ahead of potential walk year

The Mets outfielder has left CAA and hired Scott Boras as his new agent, a source told The Post on Monday.

Team Adams rejects the racist de Blasio approach to fighting COVID

Kudos to Mayor Eric Adams’ team for rejecting the racist de Blasio approach to public health. After The Post revealed that the city Health Department had used race as a...

'C-Note' leases – north of $100 per square foot – are enriching Manhattan

To office landlords’ joy, C-Note leases – those with starting rents of $100 and up – are making a robust rebound, helping to quell fears about the office market’s long-term...

Eric Adams has only hobbled his war on crime by giving his his brother and Phil Banks top jobs

Mayor Eric Adams vowed to restore law and order, but tapping his own brother, Bernard Adams, as a deputy NYPD commissioner and controversial Phil Banks as deputy mayor for public...

What is the rarest zodiac sign on the planet?

While all zodiac signs possess their own unique set of blessings and banes, only one among them can claim to be the rarest

Robert Durst's lawyer vows 'posthumous acquittal' after real-estate scion's death

But LA County Deputy District Attorney John Lewin says an acquittal isn't possible, as Durst's murder conviction will end up being vacated.

New mom sparks TikTok controversy with 'Vegan Baby' diet trend

UK mom Tasj Rose, 25, got slammed on TikTok after announcing she feeds her 7-month-old daughter Oak a vegan diet.

Fireman in dramatic Post photo recalls moment he saved baby from deadly Bronx blaze

Firefighter Matt Zimpfer insisted he wasn't a hero for rescuing the infant from the deadly Bronx fire Sunday morning because it's just part of his job.

Bears great's feud with team chairman is getting personal

Bears great Olin Kreutz, known as one of the toughest offensive linemen of his time, sounds like he is ready to shove one more rival -- but one who should...

Even ancient Jerusalem's wealthiest people got the runs

A recent study out of Israel has found that some of ancient Jerusalem's wealthiest inhabitants suffered from a host of intestinal parasites due to a lack of hygiene and sanitary...

A new GM leaves these Giants with murky futures

The next Giants general manager might not fall in “full-bloom love” with Daniel Jones or think Saquon Barkley is “touched by the hand of God.” 

'Sex and the City' creator Candace Bushnell to collaborate with Match

Newest matchmaker, “Sex and the City” creator Candace Bushnell, is set to collaborate with Match, the biggest online dating service.

Dad's anguish as 'malfunctioning' door let deadly fire spread from Bronx apartment

The dad in the Bronx apartment fire acknowledged to The Post on Monday that he apparently pushed the front door back so far it it got stuck.

I found the love of my life on holiday 12 years ago and I need to find her again

A man wants to rekindle his romance with a woman he met 12 years ago on holiday after he discovered a collection of long-lost love letters. 

John Liu’s stealth attack on high-quality public schools

In a stealth bid to strangle the charter-school sector, state Sen. John Liu is offering a bill that would remove the SUNY Trustees’ right to grant or renew charters, giving...

Letters to the Editor — Jan. 11, 2022

The Issue: A law passed by the City Council giving legal noncitizens the right to vote in local elections. Giving voting rights to noncitizens in municipal elections is wrong on...

Dems urge Biden to ramp up COVID test production to 1 per week per American

Dozens of House and Senate Democrats called on President Biden Monday to "utilize the full scope of [his] executive power" to ramp up COVID-19 rapid test production.

A-Rod buys $9.9M NYC co-op after 'begging' for board to approve him

Alex Rodriguez shelled out $9.9 million for a Central Park West co-op — after initially being denied by the building's board, The Post can report. 

WH mute on Sotomayor's COVID misinformation after labeling lies a 'crisis'

White House press secretary Jen Psaki declined to address Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor's false claims about the Omicron variant of COVID-19.

Juan Soto's teenaged brother spurns Mets for Nationals

Just when it looked as if the Mets were going to tie the Soto score, they fell further behind. 

'Looks like a war zone': Bronx fire survivors left with grief, trauma and no belongings

Residents of the Bronx building where 17 people perished in a fire returned the scene Monday to try to collect belongings — and struggled to take in the scope of...

Long Island school boards association side with Hochul in mask fight

The Nassau-Suffolk School Boards Association said that Long Islanders are rightly beholden to Hochul's mandate requiring students to wear face coverings.

California teen killed by stray LAPD bullet laid to rest

Valentina Orellana-Peralta, the California teenager killed in a department store dressing room by a stray police bullet, was laid to rest Monday.

Nick Saban has new way to fuel Alabama's dominance

The greatest coach in college football history, owning a record seven national championships, is doing it again.

Robert Durst's death leaves a mystery buried forever

The death of Robert Durst, the tragic, creepy and ridiculously wealthy New Yorker who was cast out of his massively rich family's real-estate empire for urinating into a waste-paper basket,...

Expect this Pac-12 showdown to be low-scoring affair

After making it to the second week of the 2021 NCAA Tournament, this season has been a downer for both Oregon and Oregon State, who will look to build momentum...

The feds’ booster push shows public-health decisions aren’t data-driven

The push to boost every person in the United States has a scientific problem. New data show that vaccine booster efficacy against getting COVID can plummet to 35% with the...

New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs NBA betting odds, lines, trends

The New York Knicks (19-21) are favored (by 6.5 points) to build on a three-game home winning streak when they host the San Antonio Spurs.

'Unresponsive, not breathing and no pulse': Bob Saget 911 call released

Bob Saget was "not breathing" and had "no pulse" when he was found unresponsive in his Florida hotel room, according to the 911 audio released Monday.

Audrey Hepburn’s son reacts to Rooney Mara’s casting in new biopic

Audrey Hepburn’s son, Sean Ferrer, gave his take on Rooney Mara’s recent casting as the late film icon in an upcoming biopic.

NYC students plan class walkout over COVID-19 concerns

Some city students are preparing to walk out of their classes over COVID concerns this week as teachers union officials push the state to test all 900,000 students for the...

Omicron obsoletes vax mandates and other commentary

Covid watch: Omicron Obsoletes Vax Mandates Omicron’s rise, Luc Montagnier & Jed Rubenfeld argue in The Wall Street Journal, is ample reason to toss President Biden’s vaccine mandates: It’s “irrational...

Boston Celtics vs. Indiana Pacers NBA betting odds, lines, trends

The Indiana Pacers (15-25) are 5.5-point underdogs as they look to break a six-game road losing streak when they square off against the Boston Celtics.

Crypto, remote work set to fuel luxury house boom: report

Remote work and a surge of wealth created by cryptocurrency are fueling demand for luxury homes, according to a report.

Kamala Harris' comms chief repeatedly called Bush 43 'illegitimate' president

Jamal Simmons insisted more than once that George W. Bush's 2000 election victory was "illegitimate," according to resurfaced statements and tweets.

Crocs reports 'exceptional year' as people ditched dress shoes for comfortable footwear

Crocs estimated that its revenue grew by two-thirds last year compared to 2020 while sales surged by 42% in fourth quarter of the last fiscal year. Consumers stuck at home...

McCarthy: I'll boot Dems off committees if GOP wins House

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy confirmed he plans to remove three Democrats from their committee positions if Republicans take back the chamber.

Panthers already have made their Sam Darnold decision

Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer confirmed Monday that the former Jets quarterback "will be back" next season.

Matthew Stafford's wife shares throwback Georgia pic before CFP Title Game

Ahead of the national championship game between Georgia and Alabama, the wife of Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford posted a few throwback photos from their college days at Georgia.

Georgia vs. Alabama National Championship betting odds, lines, trends

The Georgia Bulldogs (13-1, SEC) favored by 2.5 points over the Alabama Crimson Tide (13-1, 8-1 SEC).

Angry biz leaders to meet with new DA Alvin Bragg, discuss recall efforts over soft-on-crime agenda

The Partnership for New York City CEO Kathryn Wylde said members are worried and confused by Manhattan DA Bragg's new soft-on-crime policies.

Fed vice chair Richard Clarida resigns over trading scandal

Richard Clarida, the vice chair of the Federal Reserve who has come under fire for making trades during the financial crisis brought on by the pandemic, announced on Monday that...

Progressive DAs care more about criminals than Bayron-Nieves, 19, gunned down at Burger King

When they bury Kristal Bayron-Nieves, dead at 19 in an East Harlem fast-food-joint robbery-murder, will Manhattan’s new DA, Alvin Bragg, show up?

GOP candidates blast Hochul for 'inaction' on Bragg's 'crazy' policies

Potential Republican challengers on Monday stepped up their demands for Gov. Kathy Hochul to oust Manhattan's new district attorney, Alvin Bragg.

Toxins in e-cigarettes ‘could leave users with damaged eyesight’

Toxins in e-cigarettes could leave users with damaged eyesight, a new study suggests. Around 2.7 million people in England use the devices,  as an alternative to smoking.

MLB in talks with tech giant to broadcast games

Apple has long been looked upon as a potential stop for major sports TV rights.

'MasterChef' blasted for allegedly serving endangered species

"MasterChef Ecuador" has come under fire from several South American nations for allegedly featuring several endangered species on the show.

I haven’t been able to eat food for seven years with rare stomach condition

An NHS worker hasn’t been able to eat food for seven years thanks to a rare stomach condition. Lauren Blake relies on feeding tubes to stay alive but is desperate...

Giants first GM candidate emerges

The first candidate to replace Dave Gettleman as Giants general manager has emerged. The Giants submitted an interview request for Bills assistant general manager Joe Schoen, who was the first...

‘Fresh Prince’ spinoff ‘Bel-Air’ drops dark first full-length trailer

“Bel-Air,” the self-serious reboot of the 1990s sitcom released a full-length trailer Monday, and there’s not a hint of comedy in this new spin on Will Smith’s iconic character.

Proof of life on Mars could appear within 20 years – though aliens might find us first

According to astrophysicist Sarah Cruddas, decades of exploration of the Red Planet by unmanned probes could pay off.

Psychologists debate over whether to call patients ‘sluts’

The British Psychological Society has advised its 60,000 member therapists to use a patients' "preferred" term, including "dyke or slut," if the patient so wishes.

Colorado Rep. Perlmutter becomes 26th House Dem to duck '22 reelection

Rep. Ed Perlmutter (D-Colo.) announced his departure from Congress. He joins 26 House Democrats who say they will not run for reelection. 

Cops seek suspects in gang assault that left good Samaritan dead

The police are looking for about a dozen gang members who were involved in a New Year's Day assault that led to a young man being fatally hit by a...

House with secret strip club in basement billed 'hottest club in Indiana'

The basement party room comes complete with a neon sign reading "LIVE NUDES." 

Stephen Curry's wife slams Instagram troll over open marriage insult

"Don't disrespect my marriage like that," Ayesha Curry told a commenter on her latest Instagram post.

Why Alabama is a slam-dunk to cover in CFP Title Game

It all starts with the coach and quarterback. It mainly starts with Nick Saban, arguably the greatest coach in college football history, and the advantage he gives Alabama in a...

Italy bans unvaccinated from public transit, hotels, outdoor dining

Italy on Monday introduced strict rules that require individuals to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination to enter both indoor and outdoor venues.

What we know about the Bronx fire victims so far

At least 17 people, including eight children, died in New York City's worst fire in more than 30 years on Sunday after a space heater malfunctioned in a Bronx apartment...

Halsey has LeBron James' back from 's--t talking' NBA enemy

She specifically directed her ire on this night towards Desmond Bane, who she accused of loudly and inappropriately talking trash to LeBron James.

'American Idol' star Clay Aiken to run again for Congress in North Carolina

Clay Aiken, best known from "American Idol" announced that he would run for Congress as a Democrat after 2014 major defeat. 

How the now-legal New York sportsbooks are viewing the Knicks

With sports betting having arrived in New York State, bookmakers are expecting more action on the Knicks.

I visited a psychic who told me I’d die if I didn’t lose weight

At her biggest, Rebecca was tipping the scales at over 300 pounds and was struggling to squeeze into a size 28-30.

Hollywood hypocrites cancel Golden Globes – but put Armie Hammer in new film

Virtue-signaling Hollywood's selective outrage — cancel the Golden Globes but give Armie Hammer a pass — is so pathetically transparent.

Chef whips up pasta dough at top of the Empire State Building

Chef Ryan Peters cooked pasta dough in two of the Big Apple’s most famous locations. 

NY man threatened to kill Donald Trump in calls to Secret Service: prosecutors

Thomas Welnicki, 72, of Rockaway Beach, called the Secret Service from his cell phone on Jan. 4, 2021 leaving two voicemails about his intentions to kill "Individual-1."

Best faux leather leggings to look sleek in 2022: Spanx, Commando, more

Faux is the way to go. 

Birds in Texas parking lot swarm outside Cheesecake Factory

This scene is straight out of Hitchcock's "The Birds." Watch as dozens of grackles swarm over a parking lot in Frisco, Texas, perching atop vehicles parked at Stonebriar Mall's Cheesecake...

Giant whale calf nearly collides with free diver in Tahiti

Yanna Xian got closer to a humpback whale than she’s ever been before during a vacation to Moorea.

Jets Hall of Famer dead at 86

Maynard is the Jets' all-time leader in catches (627), receiving yards (11.732) and receiving touchdowns (88). He was a four-time Pro Bowler whose career took off once he was paired...

IRS says prepare for 'frustrating' tax filing season

The Internal Revenue Service cautioned it is still working on “prior-year individual tax returns that have not been fully processed.”

Trevor Lawrence's wife on his roller-coaster year with Jaguars

Marissa Lawrence, the wife of Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence, congratulated the rookie on wrapping his first season amid a year filled with "lots of highs and lows."

Woman’s tour of hotel bedroom goes viral after followers spot rude detail

While the glimpse inside her fancy accommodation seemed innocent enough, Carla had no idea she’d left something “rude” on her bedside table.

NY Republicans sue to block City Council measure allowing non-citizens to vote

A group of New York Republicans filed a lawsuit Thursday to block a new law that will soon allow about 800,000 non-citizens to vote in local elections.

Zendaya gives 'Euphoria' fans trigger warning after explosive premiere

The star gave fans a heads up ahead of the second season premiere, which involved raw scenes of drug abuse, heroin addiction, a near-overdose and child abuse, among other mature...

Woman’s body ‘eaten by foxes’ after she left her car when it broke down on side of road

A woman was found dead, with her body “eaten by foxes”, after she left her car when it broke down on the side of the road.

I woke up unable to move or talk after stretching my neck caused a stroke

Helen Farrell's life suddenly changed after she had a nap and awoke without control over her body.

Ikea cuts sick pay for unvaccinated UK workers forced to self-isolate

Ikea has slashed sick pay for unvaccinated workers in the United Kingdom who are forced to isolate after being exposed to COVID-19.

Alvin Bragg suggests NYPD commissioner misread his controversial memo

Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg suggested Commissioner Keechant Sewell misread his memo to prosecutors about downgrading certain felonies and no longer seeking bail or prison time in most cases.

Firefighters found victims on 'every floor' of Bronx building blaze

Harrowing new details emerged Monday of how firefighters battling the deadly Bronx blaze found victims on "every floor" of the 19-story building – with some Bravest forced to crawl around...

'Sick as f--k': Dolphins players don't sound thrilled with coach's firing

Nik Needham wrote he was "sick af" after the surprising decision the Dolphins made to fire Brian Flores.

Intel deletes mention of Xinjiang after Chinese backlash

Intel has erased all mention of Xinjiang from a letter it sent to suppliers last month after the chipmaker came under fire from Chinese social media users for asking its...

Investment bank Jefferies cancels all business travel as COVID surges

Jefferies Financial Group has alerted employees to cancel all work-related travel plans as the Omicron variant continues to spread, The Post has learned. The New York-based boutique investment bank --...

Firefighters sue over 'rigged' FDNY vaccine exemption process that OK'd just 3 out of 1,700 applicants

A handful of FDNY firefighters are still waging war against the Big Apple's COVID-19 vaccine mandate, claiming in a new lawsuit that the exemption process is "rigged."

Swastika-laced cash found in Upper East Side ATM

An NYC woman was shocked that the hundreds she withdrew from a Chase bank were branded with a blue swastika and other Nazi symbols.

Cris Collinsworth really wanted 'SNF' thriller to end in a tie

Cris Collinsworth could not contain his excitement over the idea of a tie between the Chargers and Raiders on Sunday night.

Bob Saget found dead by hotel cleaner after missing checkout: report

The cleaner made the grim discovery when she entered Bob Saget's room at the Ritz-Carlton in Orlando at about 4 p.m. on Sunday -- an hour after the 65-year-old was...

Survivor of Brazil cliff tragedy told captain she saw pebbles fall before fatal collapse

A survivor of the Brazil cliff collapse said she told her boat captain that she noticed a few pebbles falling into the water moments before tragedy struck.

NY Rep. Katko among COVID-positive lawmakers with House back in session

More members of Congress have announced positive tests for COVID-19 as the House of Representatives prepared to gavel back into session Monday evening.

Spike in autoimmune diseases blamed on fast food: scientists

Asia and the Middle East have seen the biggest upswing in inflammatory bowel disease — these regions have experienced a boom of the fast food industry during that time.

Woman claims 'Bachelor' producers 'ghosted' her because of body type

“When you get a DM from ‘Bachelor’ casting producers but you’re a size 6-8,” user Caroline Cronin’s video began.

Robert Durst, NY real estate heir and convicted killer, dead at 78

Robert Durst, the bizarre New York real estate scion and long suspected serial killer, has died. He was 78.

Billionaire supermarket CEO warns of meat, egg shortages

The recent impact of Omicron on the U.S. supply chain has caused grocery prices to increase and could soon impact the supply of meat and eggs, according to billionaire Gristedes CEO John Catsimatidis.

'Went woke': Trump slams 'jerk' Sen. Rounds for defending 2020 election results

In an interview with ABC News' "This Week," Sen. Rounds told host George Stephanopoulos that Trump "simply did not win the election."

Chicago union chief calls mayor 'stupid' as school closure fight continues

The head of the Chicago teachers union called Mayor Lori Lightfoot "relentlessly stupid" Monday amid a bitter fight over school closures in the nation's third largest district.

Grand Theft Auto maker to buy FarmVille creator in $11B deal

The deal, one of the biggest in the sector, will create a gaming powerhouse spanning console, PC and mobile devices and comes as people increasingly gravitate toward smartphone games.

NFL Black Monday roundup: Dolphins, Bears, Vikings fire head coaches

As the NFL regular season ends, the coaching carousel officially has begun spinning.

The top candidates to fill Giants GM vacancy

The Giants are officially in the market for a new general manager after dismissing Dave Gettleman. Here is a list of potential candidates.

Joe Judge survives the first wave of NFL coaching firings

The New York Giants will allow Joe Judge to remain as head coach – for now.

Federal Reserve to hike rates 4 times in 2022, Goldman Sachs projects

The Federal Reserve is likely to hike interest rates more than expected in 2022 as the US economy grapples with surging inflation and tight labor conditions.

Death toll from devastating Bronx fire revised down to 17 — 8 children and 9 adults

Mayor Eric Adams said during a press briefing Monday that the toll is actually currently 17, with eight children and nine adults dead.

Shocking footage shows teen mom tossing newborn into dumpster

Shocking surveillance video captured a teenager tossing her newborn into a dumpster in New Mexico – only for hours later, the child to be found alive by three people sifting...

Clippers sideline reporter takes terrifying tumble during interview

Pink reportedly slipped on water, which caused her to land face-first on the court with a crash.

Republicans in the UK plan to launch campaign to end monarchy ahead of Queen Elizabeth's 70-year celebrations

Polls indicate the vast majority of people in Britain support the monarchy and the queen herself is hugely popular.

Dave Gettleman out as Giants GM after four awful seasons

Dave Gettleman is no longer the general manager of the New York Giants.

'Antifa activist' busted with pipe bomb, 'direct action' plan near Jan. 6 rally: cops

A man was busted near a Jan. 6 anniversary rally in Florida carrying a homemade pipe bomb and a detailed plan of "direct action."

Nearly half of New York towns don't want pot dispensaries: report

Legal weed isn't a high priority for hundreds of New York municipalities.

'Fast and Furious' probe: El Chapo among 7 charged with trafficking guns

Along with Guzman, ​the former head of the Sinaloa drug cartel, ex-Security Minister Genaro Garcia Luna and former top federal police official Luis Cardenas Palomino were also charged. 

Dole recalls salad products over listeria concerns

Dole Fresh Vegetables is asking consumers to "immediately" discard recently recalled Dole-branded and private label packaged salads because they may be contaminated with listeria. 

Simone Biles recalls 'crazy' encounter before she really met NFL boyfriend

Long before Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens ever became a couple, the two had a chance encounter at a Texans game back in 2019.

Navy adding weeks to boot camp to include 'extremism' and sexual assault training

The military has reportedly been trying to root out what the Biden administration calls 'extremism' after the Jan. 6 riot.

Asia's richest man takes controlling stake in Mandarin Oriental NYC hotel for $98M

Mukesh Ambani — an energy, tech and retail magnate who has an estimated net worth of nearly $93 billion — took a controlling stake in the five-star property for $98...

Exclusive first look inside Bronx apartment where deadly blaze began

The apocalyptic second-floor duplex is completely gutted and charred, with twisted metal and debris strewn about in front of gaping, large, open windows, while a lone metal railing somehow survive.

Ex-Kamala Harris spokeswoman Symone Sanders to host MSNBC, Peacock shows

MSNBC said Sanders, the former spokeswoman for VP Kamala Harris and an ex-aide to President Biden, would host a Washington, DC-based show on the weekends and appear on Peacock's "The...

Giant 30-foot ‘sea dragon’ fossil from 180 million years ago discovered in UK

The discovery is considered one of the greatest fossil finds in UK history.

Bride-to-be attempts to contract COVID at club so it doesn't spoil wedding

An Australian bride-to-be is purposefully trying to catch COVID-19 to prevent it from ruining her wedding day in six weeks.

FDA wants race, ethnicity factored in administering COVID drugs

The FDA wants to consider race or ethnicity as well as underlying medical conditions when classifying individuals as qualifying for antibody treatment.

Eli Manning joins private equity firm

Former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning has joined a private equity firm has he plots out a new direction in his post-NFL career, according to a report.

Gabrielle Union reveals shocking 'Bring It On' secret in viral TikTok

Gabrielle Union, 49, spills the untold, shocking secrets behind the "Bring It On" movie trailer in a viral TikTok.

COVID shows AOC her views on the virus are wrong — and it's everywhere

So Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has COVID. This is not nature’s judgment, it’s not a sign of irresponsibility, it’s not a sign that she’s been watching Fox News or listening to Joe...

Kanye West argues he's a genius in Netflix’s ‘Jeen-Yuhs’ documentary

A new, official teaser trailer has dropped for the upcoming Kanye West docuseries ahead of its Feb. 16 release on Netflix.

Tragic young hockey player's heartbreaking Instagram post praising team goes viral

"It’s been a great 8 years with the winter club and it ended in the best way possible#state champs,” Teddy Balkind, a tenth grader at the St. Luke’s School in...

NFL star's wife gushes over 'big daddy' after clinching top playoff seed

Lauren Tannehill, the wife of Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill, has nothing but love for the "home team."

Skid and Nancy: Pelosi insists $2T Build Back Better bill still alive despite Manchin rejection

Nancy Pelosi still has hope the party will come to an agreement with Sen. Joe Manchin to pass President Biden’s Build Back Better agenda.

ESPN analysts eviscerate Joe Judge: Makes me 'hate the Giants so much'

Joe Judge proudly asserted that the Giants are not a "clown show organization," and yet, no one is being laughed at more than Judge's Giants. Several ESPN talking heads took...

Adams suggests faulty door could have helped Bronx blaze spread, promises investigation

The Sunday morning blaze caused by a malfunctioning space heater killed dozens of people — including nine children — and injured at least 63.

34 rescued after ice breaks off and drifts away from Green Bay shore

Outdoor sportsmen Shane Nelson and Robert Verhagen ran into every obstacle imaginable during their ill-fated ice fishing trip.

US flight cancellations continue after rough weekend for travelers

More than 700 flights within, into or out of the United States were canceled as of January 10, 2022 according to tracking data and more than 700 other flights were...

Florida school bans teaching CRT, gender fluidity, and 'mainstream narrative surrounding COVID'

The school also said the US is in an era of 'unprecedented censorship'.

Subway worker's foot severed, leg 'shattered' by oncoming Q train

The signal maintainer was hit by an in-service Q train on the northbound express track in the vicinity of the 8th Street-NYU station shortly before 9 p.m. Sunday

'Partisan witch hunts': Rep. Jordan rejects 'inappropriate' Jan. 6 panel interview request

Rep. Jim Jordan has rejected an invitation from the chairman of the House select committee investigating the Capitol riot to appear before the panel.

The liberal justices’ lies reveal the left’s addiction to virus fears

On Friday, three Supreme Court justices made false claims about COVID-19 hospital rates for children and the severity of the virus's spread.

Canadian politician ripped for photo of wife shoveling snow after 12-hour shift

A Canadian politician is being ripped online after sharing a Twitter pic showing his wife shoveling snow after a 12-hour hospital shift.

Whole Foods says 'Black Lives Matter' mask ban protected by First Amendment

Whole Foods has claimed that it has the right to ban employees from wearing “Black Lives Matter” masks.

NFL Power Rankings ahead of the playoffs

Let the NFL playoffs begin.

Heroic stranger helped young girl escape deadly Bronx blaze, mom says

Fatima Wood said that she and her two kids were approached by a neighbor they had never met before as they struggled to escape their 19-story apartment building as it...

Tom Brady defies coach's orders to get Rob Gronkowski $1 million

Tom Brady wasn't leaving Sunday's game against the Panthers until his longtime friend and teammate got paid.

Save big on this at-home workout app, with plans up to 91% off

The BetterMe Home Workout and Diet app comes packed with features beyond just workouts, including a step counter, a calorie counter, and a fasting timer.

James Clyburn slams Joe Manchin for pushing GOP buy-in on Senate rule changes

House Majority Whip James Clyburn slammed fellow Democrat Sen. Joe Manchin over the weekend for insisting that any vote to change Senate rules and force through federal election reform must...

Lululemon latest retailer to get socked by Omicron surge

Lululemon Athletica's shares tanked after the retailer warned its holiday business took a hit because of the Omicron variant.

Get two 4K drones for the price of one with this crazy 56% off deal

These drones are double the fun, but not double the price. 

Why NHL oddsmakers aren't yet sold on this Rangers squad

Entering Sunday, the Blueshirts were tied for third in the NHL in points (50) and ranked fifth in points percentage (.694), but were tied for 11th in BetMGM’s Stanley Cup...

Bears clean house after dismal season

Nagy was 34-31 with Chicago, including a 12-4 debut in 2018 in which he was the NFL's Coach of the Year.

WHO official says there's an 'end in sight' to pandemic -- but it's not over yet

The World Health Organization’s special envoy on COVID-19 said Monday there's an "end in sight" to the pandemic -- but warned of a "difficult" three months ahead.

Dolphins coach stunningly fired after losing power struggle

Brian Flores is stunningly out as the Dolphins head coach after three seasons.

NFL's 'Black Monday' begins with long-time NFC coach, GM

The Vikings have fired head coach Mike Zimmer and general manager Rick Spielman, according to numerous reports. The moves were made early Monday morning, the first day after the regular...

US-Russia talks hit stalemate in Geneva after Kremlin pitches 'non-starters'

American and Russian diplomats kicked off ​negotiations in Geneva on Monday against the backdrop of Vladimir Putin's massive buildup of troops along Ukraine's border.

Bob Saget's tribute to Betty White

Actor and comedian Bob Saget passed away on January 9th in an Orlando hotel room. Before his passing, Saget gave a beautiful tribute to Betty White who passed away on...

Bradley Cooper is turning into awards seasons' biggest flop after Globes shutout

Despite a mountain of acclaim, Cooper is turning into one of award seasons’ biggest perpetual losers -- and was even snubbed by the embattled 2022 Golden Globes. Is Oscar next? 

'Spider-Man: No Way Home' sinks 'Titanic' record at the box office

"Spider-Man: No Way Home" shattered expectations after raking in $33 million for the fourth consecutive weekend.

Dwayne Hickman, 'Dobie Gillis' star, dead at 87

Dwayne Hickman, star of the sitcom "The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis," passed away on Sunday following a battle with Parkinson's disease.

Scientists discover 'Deltacron' variant -- but other experts dispute findings

Scientists in Cyprus have claimed they have discovered a COVID-19 variant that combines Delta and Omicron but experts quickly dismissed the claim and blamed contamination.

Motor scooter rider critically hurt in FDR Drive hit-and-run, cops say

A motor scooter rider is clinging to life after a hit-and-run driver struck him on the FDR Drive late Sunday, cops said.

Novak Djokovic supporters clash with police as Australian Open drama takes ugly turn

Law enforcement appeared to pepper spray some of the the hundreds of fans protesting the world No. 1's treatment by the Australian government outside his lawyer's office.

Alan Dershowitz reportedly lobbied Trump to pardon Ghislaine Maxwell before trial

Former Jeffrey Epstein attorney Alan Dershowitz lobbied then-President Donald Trump to pardon madam Ghislaine Maxwell before she could face trial, according to a report.

Bob Saget's daughter shares sweet message dad sent her before his death

The actor's 34-year-old daughter, Aubrey Saget, posted a screenshot of the message on her Instagram story late Sunday -- just hours after news of his death emerged.

Matilda the Hun, GLOW wrestling icon and 'Spaceballs' actor, dead at 73

The wrestling icon got her start in the 1980s as an amateur mud wrestler, where she grappled with both men and women. Her first pro wrestling match was against a 700-pound...

James Mtume, 'Juicy Fruit' jazz and funk legend, dead at 76

Legendary musician played with greats from Duke Ellington to Miles Davis — and his "Juicy Fruit" was sampled by the Notorious B.I.G.

What ESPN’s 'Sunday Night Baseball' shakeup says about its belief in Karl Ravech

Here are the biggest takeaways from ESPN's "Sunday Night Baseball" changes. Plus, more on Rob Manfred vs. Ken Rosenthal and The New York Times' purchase of The Athletic.

Daily Horoscope - January 10, 2022

Your horoscope reading for January 10, 2022

Duo pulls woman by hair, puts her in headlock during robbery at NYC subway station

A pair of muggers yanked a 62-year-old woman by the hair and put her in a headlock as they swiped her cell phone at an Upper West Side subway station...

Coach's bizarre timeout dooms Chargers in crazy NFL finish

In the game of the year in the NFL between the Chargers and the Raiders, Los Angeles head coach Brandon Staley's had the football world buzzing.

Survivors detail sex-trafficking ordeals while hired out on Backpage.com

The new book "Taking Down Backpage," by Maggy Krell, uncovers how the attorney and others took down the notorious web site, which was used to traffic sex slaves like Courtney...

Raiders narrowly earn playoff berth in thrilling overtime victory against Chargers

It seemed only fitting the Las Vegas Raiders needed every second of an overtime game to earn their first playoff berth since 2016.

The saddest part of this gloomy end to another pitiful Giants season

In an era of new lows, Sunday will be remembered as the absolute rock bottom for the Giants.

Why you don't wear heels in the snow: 'I am going to die!'

Snow didn't stop these party girls from hitting the club. Watch the ice-cold moment Jodylynn Tavares, 22, steps her high heels into an ice puddle and thick snow while exiting...

Making Manhattan a crook's paradise

Less than a week ago, New Yorkers closed the book on a year that saw 485 murders — a slight rise over 2020, which saw a massive increase over 2019....

Fresh clues and cops could finally solve gruesome Gilgo Beach murders

A new law-enforcement push to nab the serial killer or killers responsible for the deaths of young sex workers on Long Island is giving renewed hope to victims' families.

Death toll in rockfall on Brazilian lake rises to 10

The death toll from an accident in which a slab of cliff rock toppled onto pleasure boaters on a Brazilian lake has risen to 10.

5 Times Square to 'entertain' Roku in massive deal

One week after the New Year’s Eve ball-drop, streaming television hardware pioneer Roku is set to drop on the “Crossroads of the World,” Realty Check has learned. Roku, the manufacturer...

American Airlines apologizes about pilot with 'Let's Go Brandon' sticker

American Airlines (AA) went viral after responding to a Twitter user who complained about a pilot because he had a "Let's Go Brandon" sticker.

Bob Saget's career in photos

Images from Bob Saget's long career in television and entertainment.

Australian judge reinstates tennis star Novak Djokovic's visa

Australian judge Anthony Kelly reinstated tennis star Novak Djokovic's visa, which was canceled after his arrival last week because he's unvaccinated.

LA Taco Bell worker fatally shot during argument over fake $20 bill

A Los Angeles Taco Bell worker was fatally shot Saturday night by a customer who tried to purchase a drive-thru order with a phoney $20 bill, a report said.

Nick Saban, Kirby Smart think NIL needs more regulation

Two of the premier recruiting head coaches in the country believe the addition of Name, Image and Likeness is only going to make it easier for the top programs, and...

Rangers lose coach to COVID protocol, but return star winger

It will be Kris Knoblauch 2.0 behind the bench in Los Angeles on Monday when the Rangers meet the Kings.

LAPD cops rescue pilot from damaged plane seconds before train crash

Dramatic video footage shows the moment police officers in Los Angeles pulled a pilot from a downed plane seconds before a train collided with the damaged aircraft on Sunday afternoon.

Jets defense closes out season on a high note

The Jets’ defense had a score to settle against the Bills after the teams' first matchup, and did everything but settle the actual score.

Breaking down Alabama vs. Georgia in CFP Title Game

Can Georgia’s top-ranked defense rebound after the beatdown it took in the SEC Championship game just more than a month ago?

Rangers finding success with captain-less leadership

No team has won the Stanley Cup without a player wearing the “C” since the 1971-72, but the Rangers say it's a factor in their success.

Father's body found days after he tried walking home in snowstorm

The body of Jacob Whaley, 34, was discovered by a search party on Thursday.

Giants, Jets both end up with pair of top-10 picks

Only 108 days to go until the moment when the Giants and Jets both are most relevant every year. 

Robert Saleh, Zach Wilson's second Jets act must be better than the first

A few minutes after 7:30 p.m. Sunday in the raw, rainy and freezing January weather of Western New York, the scholarship period for Robert Saleh and Zach Wilson came to...