January 23, 2022

Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen provide quarterback battle for the ages

Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen gave us what has to be the greatest, grandest display of back-and-forth quarterbacking in a big game that anyone has ever seen.

Tel Aviv-bound flight turns back after passengers refuse to leave

The unruly passengers argued with the United Airlines cabin crew after they refused to prove they were ticketed to sit in business class.

Broadway’s ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ actor fired

The Broadway actor who played Harry Potter in “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” has been fired following a complaint about his conduct lodged by a co-star last year.

Parents wise up about Critical Race Theory : Stepman

NBC News published an exposé on how people are demanding transparency and seeking an end to the teaching of critical race theory and gender ideology in public schools.

James Harden frustrated with referees in Nets' loss: 'No consistency'

Brooklyn fell out of first place in the Eastern Conference. And it was a former Net who knocked them off their perch.

This Rangers defensive pairing becoming a concern

Having been a weak spot for the Rangers nearly all season, the bottom pair has seen a plethora of combinations.

Carl Grundstrom's goal sinks Devils against Kings

Carl Grundstrom scored the tiebreaking goal midway through the third period and Cal Petersen made 23 saves to lift the Los Angeles Kings to a 3-2 win over New Jersey...

Mayor Adams needs to take action against crime, not just talk about it

Five NYPD officers have been killed in the line of duty so far in 2022, and there have been numerous unprovoked, violent attacks against citizens.

Three ideas to salvage a sagging St. John's season

The season looks bleak now. for St. John's But there are 14 league games left. Plenty of basketball remains. The year can be salvaged.

Coaches making big impact in record time with new schools

It wasn’t so long ago that it would be unfair to judge a coach until he had one full recruiting class. Now? First-year coaches are thriving.

Chiefs stun Bills with overtime masterpiece

Sign us up for 15 to 20 more years of what the Bills and Chiefs gave us in Sunday night’s AFC divisional playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium.

Texas cop fatally shot during midnight traffic stop

The suspect sprayed Harris County Corporal Charles Galloway's patrol car with gunfire before fleeing the scene after he was pulled over for a traffic stop.

Putin’s playing chess in Ukraine and Biden steps in as pawn

President Joe Biden's press conference did not impress many people especially with his response to Russia's possible invasion of Ukraine, NATO and economic sanctions.

Cam Reddish not likely to remain in Knicks' rotation despite first cameo

Reddish finally made his Knicks debut, made a highlight play, but the day was more cameo than major speaking part.

Rangers defenseman providing a spark with developing offensive game

As Trouba has become more comfortable in New York, different aspects of his game have been able to steadily emerge.

Long Island police make daring deer rescue after fawn falls through ice

Suffolk County Police brought a deer to safety after it had fallen through the ice into the frigid bay waters of Narrow Bay at Smith Point.

It's time for RJ Barrett to carry the Knicks

Barrett gave the Knicks another honest day’s work in Sunday's win, delivering 28 points, 14 rebounds, and six assists.

Sundance horror film 'Fresh' is disgusting, depraved and dull

It will more likely make you hurl than send you racing for a cold shower.

Lawrence Tynes' advice to Robbie Gould before game-winning kick

The call came in at 11:11 a.m. Central time Tuesday.

Did Tom Brady just play his last game?

There will be no repeat Super Bowl championship, no eighth Lombardi Trophy for Tom Brady to hoist … will we ever seen him again?

RFK Jr. slammed for invoking Anne Frank at anti-vax mandate rally

Robert F Kennedy Jr. compared vaccine mandates to Nazi Germany during a rally at the National Mall in Washington, DC Sunday afternoon.

Iconic fashion designer Thierry Mugler dead at 73

Legendary French fashion designer Thierry Mugler died on Sunday at the age 73. Mugler’s death was announced on his official Instagram account.

Nets center nearing return from injury

Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves marked the seventh in a row that Nic Claxton missed.

Irishman busted for refusing to wear mask, mooning Delta flight attendant, passengers

An Irishman was arrested for not to wearing a mask on a Delta flight -- and mooning flight attendants and fellow passengers, according to the feds.

'Luv Gov' Spitzer used alias at hospital hours after allegedly choking Russian prostitute

Former Gov. Eliot Spitzer used an alias at a Manhattan hospital while checking in on the high-priced escort he was accused of choking hours before in February of 2016.

Rep. Jeffries pays just $200 in property taxes thanks to sweetheart subsidy law

Public records show that Jeffries and his family reside in a condo unit in Prospect Heights, paying just $213 a year in property taxes.

Grayson Allen receives punishment for foul on Alex Caruso

Bucks guard Grayson Allen was suspended by the NBA for one game on Sunday for his hard foul on Alex Caruso that resulted in a broken right wrist for the...

NYC's cop bashers need to get on board to make the city safe again

Tragedy struck Manhattan after two police officers were shot at while responding to a domestic call, leaving one killed and the other in critical condition.

Trump-endorsed candidate beats Cheney in Wyoming GOP straw poll

House candidate Harriet Hageman, endorsed by former President Donald Trump defeated Rep. Liz Cheney in a Republican Party straw poll in Wyoming.

Inflation only goes up and will bankrupt Joe Biden and the Democrats

President Joe Biden said that rising inflation is just a "bump in the road," but has some product, such as oil, at its priciest in seven years.

COVID policies hurt kids and other commentary

Since COVID’s start, “it was evident to me that the loss of human connection would be detrimental to our students’ development,” laments Canadian schoolteacher Stacey Lance at Common Sense

The man in charge at the White House isn't Joe Biden

President Joe Biden shows a lack of power as the Chief of Staff Ron Klain delivers a message that signals who really runs the White House.

Playoff showdown a showcase for Giants' head coach candidates

The Giants may have their minds swayed about whom they’ll hire as their next head coach by Sunday's playoff showdown.

Hochul to convene illegal guns task force in wake of NYPD cop killing

The Interstate Task Force on Illegal Guns was first announced at the governor’s State of the State address and is set to meet for the first time.

Biden considers deploying thousands of US troops to Ukraine: report

The State Department on Sunday ordered the families of all American personnel at the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine to leave the country amid heightened fears of a Russian invasion.

Rams end defending Super Bowl champ's season on last-second FG

Matt Gay's 30-yard field goal as time expired lifted the Rams to a win over Tom Brady and the defending Super Bowl champs.

Many former Cuomo supporters donated to Gov. Hochul's $21.9 million war chest

Gov. Kathy Hochul raked in big campaign bucks over the last six months from a well of donors who also used to give generously to ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo.

NYC Schools Chancellor Banks to ask every superintendent to reapply for job

Schools Chancellor David Banks will ask all 46 of the city’s school superintendents to reapply for their jobs amid a leadership shake-up at the Department of Education.

All bets are off: Wynn looks to sell online sports biz at deep discount, source says

The Las Vegas-based casino giant is quietly shopping its Wynn Interactive unit and has slashed the asking price to $500 million after floating a $3 billion valuation less than a...

NYPD reported more subway assaults in 2021 than any year since 1997

The New York Police Department reported 461 felony assaults in the subway system in 2021; data shows this is the most assaults since 1997.

Letters to the Editor — Jan. 24, 2022

The Issue: An 11-month-old girl who was shot by a stray bullet in the Bronx on Wednesday. A little baby, 11 months old, was shot in my area of The...

Nursing home families blast Hochul for excluding victims fund in state budget

Those who lost loved ones in nursing homes during the pandemic slammed Hochul for failing to include a $4B victims compensation fund in her state budget.

Ayoka Lee sets NCAA DI women's single-game scoring record

Ayoka Lee poured in 61 points to set the NCAA women's single-game scoring record for Division I and Kansas State romped to a 94-65 victory over No. 14 Oklahoma on...

Woman fatally stabs female neighbor in Far Rockaway high-rise: cops

Evelyn Cruz allegedly plunged a knife into the chest of Jessica Britt “multiple times” and was charged with murder and possession of a weapon.

Cleaning your bathroom wrong -- these are two household items that will have it sparkling

A cleaning expert has revealed how she transforms filthy bathrooms using two commonplace household items.  Fiona Mills is a former hoarding technician that involved clearing and scrubbing homes, so she...

'Super rookie' cop struggling after shooting gunman in Harlem ambush

Officer Sumit Sulan, 27, is "stuck on the situation" since shooting Lashawn McNeil, 47, who is accused of killing one NYPD officer and critically wounding another.

Mars in Capricorn will make your sex life extra horny

The planet of sex is locking horns from January 24 until March 6, 2022!

Jared Leto on his role in Ridley Scott's 'House of Gucci'

Jared Leto pushed to make this lousiest movie since Al Jolson’s 1927 “The Jazz Singer” even lengthier.

Henrik Lundqvist's best Rangers moments No. 5: Winter Classic heroics

Leading up to Friday’s ceremony in which the Rangers will retire Henrik Lundqvist’s No. 30 at the Garden, The Post is taking a look at the King’s five best moments.

'A complete execution': Cop killer kept firing at downed NYPD officers, sources say

The cop killer who shot two of New York's Finest in a Harlem apartment kept firing at the wounded officers even as they lay helplessly on the ground, sources say.

Last of six Omicron-impacted subway lines set to resume service Monday

The other subway routes suspended during the Omicron wave -- the B, Z, Rockaway Shuttle and express service on the 6 and 7 lines -- all resumed last Wednesday.

Hockey player released after making racist gesture at opponent

The ECHL indefinitely suspended defenseman Jacob Panetta on Sunday before the Icemen released him, after he allegedly made a racist gesture at Jordan Subban during a game Saturday.

Moynihan Food Hall brings artisanal -- and democracy -- to Penn Station area

Hungry and thirsty Moynihan Train Hall users no longer have to trudge outside to neighborhood joints to eat and make merry.

Hundreds flock to funeral home to honor slain NYPD rookie Jason Rivera

Jason Rivera, 22, was gunned down during a domestic call Friday and his partner Wilbert Mora, 27, continued to fight for his life at Harlem Hospital Sunday.

Here's which 'Euphoria' character you are, based on your zodiac sign

The HBO series, back for Season 2, shows Gen Zers living in a well-soundtracked purgatory of drug use, fledgling relationships, face glitter and full-frontal male nudity.

Public-health officials have trouble with the truth when it comes to COVID-19

Throughout the pandemic, public-health officials have omitted uncomfortable truths, made misleading statements and advanced demonstrably false assertions.

Pols ask MTA to 'quickly' test subway platform barriers after fatal shove

Manhattan's leading elected officials want the MTA to "move as quickly as possible" to test platform barriers at subway stations in their borough.

Knicks end three-game skid with win over Clippers

The Knicks got a little of the old Julius Randle back for one afternoon and a lot of the new-and-improved RJ Barrett. 

Top biz lobbyist: DA Bragg 'extremely responsive' to concerns but time will tell

The roughly hour-long 75-person discussion came as DA Alvin Bragg has faced pushback from several prominent officials about his "Day One" memo.

More young men will end up in prison under Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg

Reserving prison as a “last resort,” as DA Alvin Bragg repeatedly pledges, is a laudable goal — but his policies will achieve the opposite.

Giants interview another defensive coordinator for head coach vacancy

Add another name to the Giants’ prospective head coach list, and make it another guy from the defensive side of the ball.

Baseball Hall of Fame ballot: Why I voted for these 10 players

The Post's Ken Davidoff reveals his Baseball Hall of Fame ballot and explains his decisions.

Ride with the underdog in this big AFC playoff clash

Buffalo has yet to win a Super Bowl — but it’s spoiling for another chance.

Avenatti heads to trial, accused of swindling Stormy Daniels of $300K

Michael Avenatti is accused of fleecing Stormy Daniels – his former client – of about $300,000 in money she stood to collect for a 2018 advance on a book about...

'My beautiful angel': Slain NYPD cop's widow posts moving tribute on Instagram

The widow of slain NYPD cop Jason Rivera posted a heartbreaking message to her late 22-year-old newlywed husband on Instagram on Sunday -- calling him "my beautiful angel."

Sen. Johnson says Dems willing 'to destroy' Senate for voting reforms

Sen. Ron Johnson blasted Democrats for trying to push voting reform measures through the Senate last week.

Gonzaga suspends NBA legend's season tickets over mask refusal

John Stockton's latest pass has cost him his Gonzaga season tickets.

New Zealand PM delays wedding due to her own COVID restrictions

Jacinda Ardern put New Zealand under the “red setting” of the country’s pandemic response starting Monday, which limits gathering sizes and tightens masking rules.

Sarah Palin to face off against New York Times in defamation trial Monday

2008 GOP vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin will square off against the New York Times as her defamation trial against the paper begins in Manhattan federal court.

GOP Sen. calls for sanctions against Russia to 'show strength' during invasion threat

Prior to Sen. Joni Ernst's appearance on CNN, Blinken dismissed her push for sanctions as a preemptive move against Putin.

Hawaii taps former star QB as head coach after June Jones spat

The University of Hawaii has hired former star quarterback Timmy Chang as its new head coach.

49ers QB after game-winning FG: 'F--k the Packers'

Jimmy Garoppolo calmly led a game-winning field-goal drive Saturday night at Lambeau Field, then dropped an F-bomb on the Packers on the way out.

Packers' season ended with shocking blunder on final play

Green Bay's special teams woes were on full display in its 13-10 divisional-round loss to the 49ers Saturday night at Lambeau Field.

Man pushed onto subway tracks in Manhattan

A 61-year-old man was pushed onto subway tracks at Fulton Street station Sunday, suffering minor injuries, police said.

'Sea of crime': Adams vows to unveil 'real plan' against NYC gun violence this week

Mayor Eric Adams vowed "to roll out a real plan'' this week to try to curb Big Apple gun violence after Friday's shooting that left a cop dead and another...

Anybody but Joe: 60 percent would not vote for Biden if election was held now: poll

Six in 10 Americans would vote for someone other than President Biden if the 2024 presidential election were held today — a rate higher than his predecessors Barack Obama and...

Fauci says Omicron wave appears to be heading in the 'right direction' in US

While some states in the northeast have already seen cases decline, Fauci said that he is "as confident as you can be" about states in other regions following suit by...

A-Rod roots for Packers at Lambeau with mystery blonde

A-Rod picked a cold, rough night to support a fellow A-Rod.

Broadway legend left behind an estate worth an estimated $75 million

Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim left behind an estate estimated to be worth as much as $75 million to his husband, charities and a dozen other friends, court papers show.

Tom Brady might finally retire with Buccaneers uncertain about his future

This could, finally, be Tom Brady's last hurrah.

Stop snoring in its tracks with this smart eye mask, now $35 off

Better health starts with better sleep. 

Buccaneers vs. Rams line, predictions for Sunday's NFL playoff games

The main problem for Bucs backers is that Pro Bowl center Ryan Jensen and right tackle Tristan Wirfs are nursing ankle injuries.

'Federal government must step in': Adams demands help from Washington after cops shot

Mayor Eric Adams demanded assistance from Washington D.C. to block the “constant flow” of firearms into the Big Apple, days after an NYPD cops were shot.

The Packers problem that could drive Aaron Rodgers out of Green Bay

If the controversial star quarterback does keep playing, it's hard to see it happening in Green Bay.

This blowout brush gives salon-ready results for a great price

Get salon-quality blowouts at home with this blowout brush from Bellezza. 

Britain says Russia will face 'severe' consequences if it invades Ukraine

British Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab said there would be "severe economic consequences" if President Vladimir Putin invades Ukraine or installs a pro-Kremlin leader in the former Soviet state.

Two tourists killed in shooting at Mexican beach resort hotel

Two Canadians were killed and a third was wounded in a shooting at their five-star hotel in the Mexican resort town of Playa del Carmen, state authorities said.

The military technique that can help you fall asleep in 2 minutes

If you're someone that struggles to switch off when it comes to bedtime, you might want to try the military technique, which claims to be able to help you fall...

Snag the underdog in this Big Ten rivalry college hoops battle

Michigan, a 3.5-point underdog, will cover against Big Ten rival Indiana on Sunday.

Aaron Rodgers slams 'fake White House' after Biden joked about unvaxxed Packers QB

Unvaccinated Green Bay Packers star Aaron Rodgers slammed President Joe Biden's "fake White House" after the commander-in-chief joked last month about the quarterback remaining unvaccinated.

Joe Burrow's girlfriend celebrates Bengals' stunning win over Titans

The postseason adventures will continue for the Bengals and their favorite fans.

49ers WAGs lose it after upset win against Packers in snowy thriller

Claire Kittle and Kristin Juszczyk were among the 49ers WAGs who celebrated the team's stunning win Saturday against the Packers.

Man, teenage girls shot inside car in NYC, police say

A man and two teenage passengers were shot in their car in East New York, Brooklyn, early Sunday and then crashed into several vehicles while attempting to flee.

Charles Barkley hears from Twitter users after licking his eyeglasses on TV

NBA legend Charles Barkley is no stranger to controversy but the way he cleaned his eyeglasses on national TV last week took things to a whole new level.

French adventurer dies while crossing Atlantic Ocean on rowboat

A French adventurer has died as he was trying to row alone across the Atlantic Ocean, his loved ones said.

How to bet Sunday's NFL divisional round matchups

VSIN’s NFL expert offers his selections for Sunday’s divisional round matchups.

Cold calls: How to keep your smartphone safe in freezing conditions

With winter weather in full swing around the country, your phone's Lithium-Ion battery life could be in jeopardy if temperatures drop too low.

Break your phone addiction with these proven settings

Our phones are designed to keep us glued to them. It's easy to get sucked in and find it difficult to put the phone down.

Don't bet against Tom Brady in this one

Tom Brady's Buccaneers, a 3-point favorite, will win and cover against the Rams on Sunday.

How to ace the dreaded job interview

Job interviews aren’t like first dates. If you flub a question, you can’t recover with winsome charm and by picking up the tab. Maybe it’s not game over, but don’t...

Is the hiring problem actually the fault of HR departments?

Gregory Giangrande understands the struggle of finding a job and gives some tips on how to come out on top of the pack during the application process.

Answering the biggest questions about the Baseball Hall of Fame voting process

Even the Baseball Hall of Fame’s process stirs passion.

Buccaneers vs. Rams: Preview, predictions, what to watch for

An inside look at Sunday’s Buccaneers-Rams NFC divisional matchup in Tampa, Fla.:

Bills vs. Chiefs: Preview, predictions, what to watch for

An inside look at Sunday’s Bills-Chiefs AFC divisional matchup in Kansas City:

Texas Department of Public Safety officer dies in border incident

A Texas Department of Public Safety officer has died after a "tragic accident" occurred while conducting "tactical operations" near the United States and Mexico border on Friday.

Hershey hockey fans set world record in 'Teddy Bear Toss' game

Hershey Bears fans let the stuffed animals fly in world-record fashion. Hershey, the American Hockey League affiliate of the NHL's Washington Capitals, hosted its annual "Teddy Bear Toss" game on...

Giants hope Joe Schoen can identify another franchise QB

Giants new general manager Joe Schoen was a big factor in helping the Bills pick Josh Allen in the 2018 NFL draft, and Big Blue are hoping he can identify...

Detroit man accused of setting pregnant girlfriend on fire released on bond

Devonne Marsh posted a $5,000 bond and walked out of jail in Wayne County, Michigan on Friday after being arrested two days earlier for allegedly lighting his girlfriend,

This Knick's long-awaited debut looks to be finally here

Cam Reddish is understandably excited about finally being available to make his Knicks debut Sunday at the Garden.

Aaron Rodgers' future up for grabs now

It was definitely the end of a Packers season that looked like it had potential to end in the Super Bowl a few weeks from now. Of much greater magnitude,...

NYPD cops make no arrest after woman fatally stabbed in chest at apartment building

A 33-year-old woman was fatally stabbed in the chest at an apartment building in Far Rockaway late Saturday night, police said.

Rangers' young gun 'day to day' with upper body injury

Kaapo Kakko, despite taking pregame warm-ups Saturday ahead of the Rangers’ 7-3 clobbering of the Coyotes, was a last-minute scratch with what the team said was an upper-body injury.

Rams star gets his chance to knock out the GOAT

By the time the Lions made quarterback Matthew Stafford the first overall pick of the 2009 draft, Tom Brady had already won three Super Bowls.

University language guide says 'grandfather,' 'housekeeping,' 'spirit animal' are 'problematic' words

The University of Washington Information Technology department released an "inclusive language guide" that lists a number of "problematic words" that are "racist," "sexist," "ageist," or "homophobic."

This QB battle is the next Brady-Manning rivalry

Patrick Mahomes vs. Josh Allen is the next Tom Brady-Peyton Manning-like rivalry in the NFL.

Texas teacher recorded calling students 'utter morons' placed on leave

A Texas junior high school teacher has been placed on administrative leave after she was caught on video calling her students “complete and utter morons."

Officials identify teenage Marines killed in NC truck flip

Lance Cpl. Jonathan Gierke and Pfc Zachary Riffle were pronounced dead at the scene after a military truck flipped over on a North Carolina highway.

Nets beginning to get big contributions at this position

It seems as if Nets coach Steve Nash spent the first half of the season shuffling and reshuffling the center position without ever finding what he wanted. But lately —...

Islanders legend's death hard to process for all who knew him

Sadly, we are talking about Clark Gillies in the past tense, gone at age 67 on Friday in a body blow thrown pretty much from nowhere.

'SNL' revives 'MacGruber,' in Will Forte's hosting debut

Former “Saturday Night Live” cast member Will Forte returned to host the show for the first time Saturday, enlisting familiar faces to reprise his character MacGruber.

Bills lineman opens up on why there is crying in football

Bills defensive lineman Harrison Phillips tackles some playoff Q&A with Post columnist Steve Serby.

Rafael Nadal takes another step closer to Australian Open title

After fending off four set points and being unable to convert the first six of his own, Rafael Nadal finally clinched a 28-minute and 40-second tiebreaker to get himself on...

Francis Ngannou hands Ciryl Gane first loss to retain UFC title

Francis Ngannou retained his UFC heavyweight title with a surprising display of superior grappling in a unanimous-decision victory over previously unbeaten Ciryl Gane at UFC 270 on Saturday night in...

Teen inspired by 'Scream' plotted to kill jogger, keep body for sex fantasies

A Florida teenager was arrested after he tried to kill a jogger, planning to keep the man’s corpse in his closet "to fulfill his sexual fantasies,” law enforcement officials said.

Pundits: NYC crime wave could doom progressives

“The pendulum has certainly swung, and the electorate wants a more law-and-order philosophy,” longtime Democratic political consultant George Arzt said Saturday.

St. Patrick's Cathedral funeral announced for NYPD Officer Jason Rivera

NYPD Officer Jason Rivera, who was gunned down during a domestic call Friday, will be mourned at St. Patrick's Cathedral Thursday and Friday.

Bills' goal: Take the next step

After 20-plus years as an afterthought, the Bills have transformed, in what feels like an instant, from a feel-good underdog story to having a lot to lose Sunday when they...

Transgender UPenn swimmer Lia Thomas continues dominance with two more wins

University of Pennsylvania transgender swimmer Lia Thomas continued to dominate the competition Saturday, winning two races in a meet against Ivy League rival Harvard University.

Islanders continue to struggling filling this hole

The Islanders have tried five different players on the line alongside Mathew Barzal and Anders Lee in their last four games.

Heartbreaking video from high school shows slain NYPD officer giving uplifting message

In a heartfelt video message, then-high school student Jason Rivera urged younger students to work hard or they would make it "nowhere" in life.