February 22, 2022

Brian Flores: left millions on table to file bombshell NFL lawsuit

Attorneys for Brian Flores said that he left millions of dollars on the table by declining to sign a two-year non-disparagement agreement presented by Miami Dolphins' owner Stephen Ross last...

UConn star's late heroics seal thrilling upset win

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn’s first win over Villanova during the Dan Hurley era came with the head coach watching the game on television in the back of the arena....

Washington, DC, issues alert as it braces for trucker protest

Washington DC issued an alert Tuesday as officials brace for truckers arriving in the nation’s capital to imitate the anti-mandate trucker protests in Canada.

Shoplifter apprehended with loaded gun at Macy's in NYC

A man was caught shoplifting at Macy’s in Manhattan on Tuesday was found to be packing a loaded handgun, police said.

Russian tanks roll through outskirts of Donetsk while Ukraine calls on military reserves

The tanks bore no identifying insignia, but they were first spotted hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin recognized two rebel-held enclaves in Ukraine as independent states.

Arrest made in fatal NYC shooting of innocent bystander, dog at bodega

Namel Colon was busted by police at a Chinese restaurant in Queens after more than seven weeks on the run since allegedly gunning down Jennifer Ynoa and her 1-year-old pit...

Nets still say it's championship or bust

The Nets may be sitting eighth in the East and stuck in the play-in coming out of the All-Star break, but that hasn’t dented their confidence.

'A monster would do this': Teens killed Detroit family members, including 5-year-old: police

The victims were discovered dead on Sunday by a relative who stopped by their home after not hearing from the family in weeks, police said.

E. Jean Carroll seeks DNA sample from Trump in defamation suit

Attorney Roberta Kaplan told a federal court Judge Lewis Kaplan that she and her client not seeking Trump’s sworn testimony because they want the suit to go to trial without further...

The brutal truth on where MLB, union negotiations stand

Neither side is moving much, with the clock running out to sign a new Basic Agreement in time to begin the season, as scheduled, on March 31.

New satellite images show more Russian forces gathering near Ukraine border

New satellite imagery released Tuesday appeared to show Russian forces amassing more equipment and troops along the border with Ukraine as tensions and the possibility of a larger conflict escalate.

Nets star duo could be on court sooner rather than later

When the Nets tip off the proverbial second half of the season Thursday night against Boston, don’t expect Kevin Durant or Ben Simmons to be on the court. But it...

NYCFC getting veteran back for first 2022 'home' game

New York City Football Club fans won’t be able to watch their team play its first “home” game of 2022 in person anywhere in the tristate area Wednesday night.

Yankees top prospect wants to make it in New York — not as a trade chip

Anthony Volpe could prove to be a very valuable trade chip, perhaps this July or sometime later.

To make Putin pay, Biden must ramp up US energy production

If Moscow made a full-out ground assault and annexed Ukraine in its entirety, President Biden must boost US oil production to hinder Vladimir Putin's economy.

Why Mets prospect brings football mentality to baseball field

Mets prospect Jake Mangum grew up in a football family, and he tries to bring that sport’s mentality to the baseball field.

Michigan leaning on veteran coach to lead them out of Juwan Howard mess

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — In a hallway in the guts of Crisler Center, an anxious Michigan athletics employee walked Phil Martelli to the news conference. More than once, she offered...

West has let Russian oligarchs hide their wealth here for far too long

Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine has intensified scrutiny of wealthy Russians enjoying all the comforts of the West while their leader charges into violent confrontation with the world.

NFTs and cryptocurrency buy 'entrée' to glamour, and networking

There's a newfangled financial model for the still-struggling food and beverage industry: the world of the blockchain, crypto and NFTs. 

Star guard's play sparking St. John's turnaround

In many ways, Posh Alexander’s season has been representative of St. John’s campaign as a whole.

Rangers' ever-changing lineup gets another tweak

The Rangers’ ever-changing lineup has been tweaked once again, this time with Dryden Hunt getting the call to slot in on the second line next to Artemi Panarin and Ryan...

Let's hope Tom Thibodeau keeps his Knicks promise

Wednesday marks something of a milestone in New York City. It will be exactly one week since the Knicks committed anything resembling a basketball felony on your loyalties or your...

Ex-MLB star pleads guilty to misdemeanor in daughter-assault case

One-time Texas Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton pleaded guilty Tuesday to a misdemeanor in a case arising from an altercation with his teenage daughter, officials said.

'It should be illegal': NYC landlords slap tenants with huge rent hikes

Based on recent rent hikes, New York has freshly become twice as nice to live in.  As the pandemic ebbs, landlords are sticking their tenants with surging monthly rents —...

WNBA legend says 2022 season likely will be her last

Sue Bird seemed a little uneasy sitting behind a microphone and listening to her coach and general manager shower her with praise.

Brad Pitt’s birth chart reveals why he's still the sexiest man alive

The iconic actor has a birth chart that is just as good-looking as he is!

Only fraction of promised outreach teams sent to NYC subways on 1st day of program

Eric Adams' plan to connect the homeless and mentally ill to services promised 30 teams of homeless outreach workers, police officers and clinicians has seen a slow rollout.

Meet the doubly lucky babies born at 2:22 on 2/22/22

"New beginnings, starting today," said one mom who welcomed her second set of twins on the lucky "Twosday."

These are the Russian banks and oligarchs sanctioned by US over Ukraine 'invasion'

President Biden announced the sanctions after Vladimir Putin ordered his country's military to "perform peacekeeping functions" in two breakaway regions of eastern Ukraine.

Putin smacks down Russia spy chief over backing Ukraine separatist regions

Russia's Vladimir Putin gave his stammering spy chief a tongue-lashing in a discussion about recognizing two separatist-controlled Ukraine regions.

Professional clown booted from Tinder for sharing photos in costume

"I've seen girls with more make-up than this on," said Jess Harkin, whose alter-ego Kazoo the Clown was recently given the hook on Tinder. 

At least 17 lawmakers with Big Tech oversight have kids who work for firms they regulate: report

More lawmakers who are supposed to be cracking down on Big Tech are drawing attention for their children’s work for the very companies they’re charged with regulating.

Gen Z smart-alecks run the Empire State Building's hilarious official TikTok

Zoomers are giving the strange humor of the Empire State Building's official TikTok account high marks. 

Bronx judge who replaced lenient jurist frees 2 teens facing felonies

Bronx Supreme Court Justice Naita Semaj-Williams allowed two accused teenage criminals -- including one charged with murder -- to go free pending trial, The Post has learned.

Dr. Oz has the prescription for a Washington gone wild

Cindy Adams discusses Dr. Oz's Senate run, Francis Ford Coppola financing his dream project and also has some friendly advice for Mayor Eric Adams.

Chilling new revelations about accused Mich. school shooter Crumbley

Accused Michigan school shooter Ethan Crumbley enjoyed listening to the death squeals of baby birds among other disturbing practices, prosecutors said Tuesday.

Teen skating sensation speaks out after Olympic doping scandal

Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva is feeling grateful for her support system after the 15-year-old was thrust into the spotlight over a failed drug test.

Phil Mickelson apologizes for explosive comments, loses major sponsor

Mickelson, 51, issued a statement Tuesday on social media in which he apologized for explosive comments about Saudis he made to golf writer Alan Shipnuck.

What has Yankees already concerned about their pitchers' health

A short spring training will have an especially big impact on the pitching side, with a fear of increased risk of injuries already worrying some at Yankees minicamp.

NYC school weapons busts have skyrocketed in 2022

From guns and knives to tasers and pepper spray, city kids are are packing a lot more than books this year.

America’s trucker convoy could become the next Tea Party — in time for the midterms

Could truckers fighting COVID mandates and restrictions spark a movement as powerful as the Tea Party in November’s midterms? Polling is on their side, with heavy-handed rules steadily losing support.

'Reminiscent of Hitler': Ukrainian New Yorkers brace for war

Members of Ukraine’s New York immigrant community are bracing for war — comparing Russian President Vladimir Putin to Adolf Hitler following his incendiary televised speech Monday and his army’s occupation...

Biden's lame response won't be enough to stop Moscow's defiant madman Putin

That’s President Joe Biden’s response to Russia’s move into Ukraine? That meandering finger-wag of a speech? Does he want to stop Vladimir Putin’s land-grab or not?

Biden drilling freeze makes us poorer and less safe

The White House moved last weekend to freeze, indefinitely, new federal oil and gas drilling. Why?

Deputy DAs want LA's soft-on-crime prosecutor thrown out of office

The Deputy District Attorneys union announced that an overwhelming majority of its membership voted in favor of recalling DA George Gascón.

Biden's cynical ploy to return to Iran deal because of Ukraine

President Biden’s speech on the Russian invasion of Ukraine not only misses the forest for the trees — it enables the manipulative strategies of Russia and, surprisingly, Iran.

Why Putin doesn't fear sanctions and other commentary

Foreign desk: Why Putin Doesn’t Fear Sanctions “The Biden administration brought economic sanctions to a gunfight,” cracks National Review’s Jim Geraghty, adding that one of the problems with “using economic...

Goldman Sachs bankers gripe their dinner stipends won't cover Chipotle

Goldman Sachs raked in nearly $60 billion in revenue last year -- but it won't shell out for the full cost of an analyst's Chipotle dinner.

Man pulls baton on mom, 6-year-old son on subway after kid accidentally kicked him

A baton-wielding man was busted Tuesday after allegedly threatening a mom and her 6-year-old boy on the subway in Manhattan — because the boy accidentally kicked him, according to cops...

Goldman Sachs hands out biggest bonuses on Wall Street as talent shortage rages

Goldman Sachs shelled out bigger bonuses this year than any other major US bank as Wall Street continues to grapple with a dire talent shortage, according to data obtained by...

Letters to the Editor — Feb. 22, 2022

New York Post readers sound off on Vladimir Putin's order to send Russian troops into eastern Ukraine.

Rangers still trying to shake this post-break funk

The Rangers’ offense was seemingly at its peak before the two-week break. In three games back, however, the Rangers’ scoring rate has slowed down.

Fans have Shailene Woodley theory after latest Aaron Rodgers interview

Internet sleuths suspect they heard a woman's laugh in the background during Aaron Rodgers' interview Tuesday with Pat McAfee.

Dad shares ‘hack’ to make sure his daughter is safe on her first day of school

As any parent knows, your child starting school is a daunting process. But one dad has come up with a way of keeping an eye on his daughter even when...

Two Black Hawk helicopters crash near Utah ski slopes

The crash occurred around 9:30 a.m. local time near Mineral Basin at the Snowbird Ski Resort in Little Cottonwood Canyon, just outside Salt Lake City, the National Guard said.

Dubai dubs new Museum of the Future 'most beautiful building on Earth'

Dubai has opened the "Museum of the Future" on the historically significant palindrome date, Feb. 22, 2022, welcoming guests to what promises to be one of the most stimulating and...

Reporter shocks viewers by sharing news in 6 different languages

His language abilities had commenters proposing marriage.

Hochul details new cybersecurity plans as US braces for possible Russian hacks

Gov. Hochul rolled out the state's Joint Security Operations Center while also revealing she is proposing the state spend $62 million on bolstering its cyber defense.

This is what it takes to fill up the world's most pricey superyacht

Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov owns the largest superyacht in the world — and it will cost you the same as four supercars just to fill it up.

Oscars' pathetic youth grab: 'Cinderella' or 'Army of the Dead' could win

The Oscars have added a “fan favorite” award that's like the MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss, only more of a joke. 

BLM's disasters leave Democrats vulnerable

The Democratic Party is finally realizing its vulnerability on culture issues, and perhaps no group better exemplifies the problem than Black Lives Matter.

TikToker reveals the right way to wear a turtleneck and people can't deal

Alongside items like thick tights and a chic coat, a turtleneck is a must-have for the colder winter months.

Chicago set to lift indoor mask, vax mandates for some businesses

Masks will still be required in Chicago’s public-transit system, health-care settings and “congregant settings” such as nursing homes, Mayor Lori Lightfoot said at a news conference.

'A ticking time bomb': Mom lives in constant fear of dying after her heart stopped during labor

Michelle Brooks had to be "shaken back to life" by doctors when she collapsed while delivering her daughter.

Europe readies itself for Ukrainian refugees — as the world watches Russia

As the West waits in fear for a full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, Poland, Romania and other European allies are readying themselves to receive Ukrainian refugees.

I used UberEats after my shift – now the driver is obsessed with me

A nurse who had just finished a 12-hour shift in A&E was left "speechless" after she started getting pervy messages and calls from her UberEats driver.

Knicks need more than a miracle run to make the playoffs

The Knicks closed the regular season one year ago on a scintillating 16-4 kick to make the playoffs. They'll need a similar one — and plenty more help — this...

What is a Pluto return on 2/22/22 and what does it mean in astrology?

With a viral interest about 2/22/22 and the United States’ Pluto return, let’s dive into what this means for our nation — and the world.

Billionaire buys Parisian palace from Qatari prince in $227M deal

It's a royal flush! A French billionaire just forked over a king's ransom — $227 million — for a mansion he doesn't even plan to live in.

Texas parents may be guilty of 'child abuse' if they help kids transition: AG

The attorney general in Texas just issued a legal opinion saying it's child abuse if parents sign off on their underage kid's medical procedures to transition genders.

Cops ID gunman who allegedly opened fire on Portland protesters, killing one

Benjamin J. Smith was identified as the suspect who fatally shot one woman and injured four others three days earlier at a planned protest over the police-involved shooting death of...

S Club 7’s Paul Cattermole 'uses psychic powers to solve murders'

He used to Reach for the stars, but Paul Cattermole is now more likely to read your horoscope after unveiling his new career as a "psychic wizard." After 10 years...

Paulina Gretzky wedding countdown begins with bachelorette bash

Paulina Gretzky's pre-wedding festivities are officially underway.

I inhale dangerous tanning nasal sprays because I'd rather die hot than live ugly

Beauty influencers are taking to TikTok to show themselves snorting sprays that they claim give them a golden tan — but doctors warn the products could be both ineffective and...

Mark Lanegan, grunge icon and Screaming Trees singer, dead at 57

Lanegan, along with his close friend Kurt Cobain, was considered one of the key figures of the grunge music genre, which originated in Seattle during the late 1980s.

This portable space heater with 56,000 good reviews is on sale for 20% off

It's time to stay cozy on a budget.

'They're wrong': SI pols to boycott as St. Pat's Parade again bans LGBTQ groups

Staten Island's St. Patrick's Parade is once again refusing to allow LGBTQ groups to march under their own banners, prompting politicians to boycott the event.

College basketball best bets: Why this matchup is a 'nightmare' for Michigan State

Anthony Dabbundo of The Action Network shares his best bets for the Tuesday college basketball slate.

At least one team wants to trade for Kirk Cousins

“They have gotten a call. Now, from what I’ve heard, it went nowhere so far.”

'Weird' fast food menu items are a thing in Asia

McDonald’s for one created a stir on social media over the weekend when it introduced a McFlurry sundae that comes with vanilla ice cream, cilantro flakes and is drizzled with...

Trump talks about Putin, mocking Merkel and more at Mar-a-Lago

It was Presidents’ Day and Donald Trump looked especially relaxed. Wearing a white golf shirt emblazoned with the presidential seal, he was talkative without being combative.

Jamie Lee Curtis bids a 'bittersweet' farewell to 'Halloween' final girl Laurie Strode

The longtime "scream queen" and "final girl" will take her last turn as Laurie Strode in this year's "Halloween Ends," which premieres Oct. 14.

Peloton hid rust, corrosion on exercise bikes sold to customers: report

Peloton executives hatched a secret plan last year to cover up signs of rust and corrosion on bikes that were later sent to customers in an initiative that was reportedly...

From eco-friendly sex toys to ‘outercourse’ and foreplay radio

Here are the biggest saucy trends for 2022 with our A to Z of sex.

Brave NYC boy recalls 'scary' 20-minute ride with 'weak' carjacker

The plucky 11-year-old boy who got taken on a 20-minute joyride by a car thief over the weekend told The Post Tuesday that he saw right through the "weak" thief's...

Mysterious ‘bulging triangle UFO’ filmed over city for two hours

Alien hunters were left stunned after a "bulging triangle UFO" was filmed lurking over a major city for two hours. The unusual object was spotted prowling the skies of Islamabad,...

UK orders urgent evacuations amid dozens of severe flood warnings

Hundreds have already been evacuated, and the Met Office "strongly recommends" others move out from behind the defenses due to the risk of their homes becoming engulfed.

Drunk Florida lawyer busted for stripping naked in a bar after being refused service

A Florida attorney was busted for allegedly stripping naked in a busy bar after being told she was too drunk to get served -- hours after she was released from...

Hollywood ready to invest in story of alleged 'bitcoin bandit'

Heather Morgan, one-half of the now infamous Bitcoin Bonnie and Clyde — the eccentric Manhattan couple arrested Feb. 8 for allegedly trying to launder $3.6 billion in stolen cryptocurrency —...

Zion Williamson's 'insane' behavior is really starting to worry former teammate

Former Pelicans teammate J.J. Redick expressed his concern after CJ McCollum, who was acquired in a trade with the Blazers on Feb. 8, said that he has yet to hear...

He turned Yeshiva basketball into a title contender and Jewish sports beacon – and it’s just his side hustle

He works all day as a lawyer. He never calls a play. His team calls him Elliot. And he’s turned Yeshiva basketball into a myth-busting powerhouse.

Aaron Rodgers: What was really behind my 'gratitude' post

The Packers quarterback appeared Tuesday on "The Pat McAfee Show," where he spoke about his now-viral Instagram post on gratitude.

Matthew Stafford explains regrettable reaction to 'awful moment' at Super Bowl parade

During an appearance Tuesday on wife Kelly's podcast, "The Morning After," the couple discussed the scary incident, in which photographer Kelly Smiley fell from a platform at last week's Super...

WFAN's 'Carton & Roberts' bounce back big against Michael Kay

After losing the fall book to ESPN New York’s “The Michael Kay Show,” “Carton & Roberts” are in the midst of a comeback.

Ukrainian oligarch sells Malibu estate for $40M

Ukrainian tycoon Vadim Shulman sold his oceanfront Malibu estate for a whopping $40 million last month ahead of the escalating Russian conflict.

We just took a DNA test... We reviewed both Ancestry and 23andMe to help you choose

Want to uncover the secrets that lay in your DNA or extend your family tree a few branches? 

How Putin's move into Ukraine is making it harder to tame US inflation

US policymakers already dealing with inflation stuck at 40-year highs now have another challenge added to their list: Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Save up to 23% on Bose portable speakers, on sale at Amazon now

Listen up for a great deal on Bose speakers. 

Relatives of patients with severe COVID-19 more likely to experience PTSD: study

They found PTSD in 35% of family members related to patients with COVID-19 ARDS, compared with 19% for any other cases of respiratory issues.

Coast Guard rescues shark attack victim near Bahamas

The crew from Air Station Miami lifted the man from a fishing boat near Bimini on Monday afternoon and took him to Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, where he was...

Actress Lindsey Pearlman's cause of death still a mystery after autopsy

Actress Lindsey Pearlman’s body was examined by a physician, but a cause and manner of death was deferred pending additional investigation.

Student had legs, fingers amputated after eating leftover Chinese takeout

A 19-year-old college student developed sepsis and lost his legs and fingers after eating leftover Chinese takeout food in what a doctor described as a "perfect storm" of events.

Finnish TikToker goes viral cutting holes in ice and swimming under frozen lakes

"Brr it's cold in here! There must be something in the atmosphere!"

'Three Months' star Troye Sivan's dreams came true without an 'Angel Baby'

The "My My My!" singer stars in the new coming-of-age film “Three Months,” which premieres on Paramount+ on Wednesday, Feb. 23

Miss Alabama Zoe Sozo Bethel's initial cause of death revealed

“She has been a pillar in the Conservative movement, always moving with grace, elegance and wisdom."

Virgin Hyperloop lays off half its staff, abandons mass transit plan

Virgin Hyperloop has laid off nearly half of its staffers while abandoning its plans to develop a passenger transit system, the company confirmed this week.

Subway says sales are up, but critics say it's mostly because of inflation

Subway said Tuesday its sales across the US steadily improved throughout 2021, although industry experts said the gains were mainly because of price inflation and that the chain continues to...

Gary Brooker, who sang 'A Whiter Shade of Pale,' dead at 76

A lilting ode to a drunken lover set against the melody of an old church organ, the iconic tune is remembered singularly against Procol Harum's 13-album discography.

US Embassy meme mocked as backing Putin claim about Ukraine and Russia

The American Embassy in Ukraine was accused of inadvertently backing Russian President Vladimir Putin’s claim that Ukraine is an "integral part" of Russia.

Man allegedly strangled, dismembered missing woman: court docs

Henry David Cossette, 28, was charged Monday with murder, arson and tampering with evidence in the death of Sara Goodwin, 19, who was reported missing on Feb. 6.

Union accuses Amazon of more interference with election at warehouse

A US retail workers’ union on Tuesday accused Amazon of unlawfully interfering with a union election at an Alabama warehouse.

I got botched implants instead of breast reduction after paperwork mix-up

Florida mom claims she was given huge breast implants after going under the knife for a breast reduction — only for the clinic to try to pass it off as...

Jackson Mahomes called out by business on TikTok

Jackson Mahomes appears to be at the center of yet another internet controversy.

Self-obsessed couple totally misses La Jolla sea lion

The La Jolla seals are famous on the beaches of San Diego, California. Too bad these wannabe influencers were busy taking snaps of themselves on the beach instead of seeing...

Gunman busted in broad-daylight slaying of NYC man

Investigators identified Jose Santos as a person of interest in the slaying of Angel Ortega at the corner of East Tremont Avenue and Belmont Avenue.

'The world is watching': Lawmakers press Biden for 'harsh' response to Putin

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) said Putin is "playing the West like a fiddle," and called for forceful penalties.

Fitness bike giant Peloton hit by massive online outage

There were more than 4,000 incidents of people reporting issues with the fitness products maker's app over the past two hours, according to Downdetector.com.

'Come home pops': Knicks star's dad is missing

Knicks center Mitchell Robinson says his father is missing and is asking for help.

Reinfections of COVID variant Omicron possible: study

People can get infected twice with the Omicron variant of COVID-19 – but only in rare cases, according to a new Danish study.

'Turn around New York': GOP businessman Harry Wilson announces run for governor

"Our state is totally broken. Rising crime, sky-high taxes, closed schools, corrupt politicians. I've spent my career turning around failing organizations. Let's get this done."

Rare fossil of flying reptile discovered in Scotland, leaves scientists ‘gobsmacked’

Feb 22 - A fossil jawbone peeking out from a limestone seashore on Scotland's Isle of Skye led scientists to discover the skeleton of a pterosaur that showed that these...

Biden says Russian invasion of Ukraine 'beginning,' announces fresh sanctions

President Biden announced new economic sanctions targeting Russia Tuesday and said that an invasion of Ukraine was “beginning.”

Junior hockey player banned for life after punching ref in the face

Paul Halloran — a player for the United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL), a top junior hockey league — is facing a lifetime ban for punching a referee in the...

Google Maps users baffled after finding child stuck in a bin

TikToker The Google Earth Guy was challenged to find it by one of his 1.1 million followers.

Former NYC home of 'Scandal' star Kerry Washington asks $25M

The stunning Bronx-born star of "Little Fires Everywhere" paid close to $70K a month to live in the 6,168-square-foot penthouse at 50 Riverside Blvd. when she was on Broadway, starring...

Cash in against this vulnerable, overvalued Champions League favorite

Juventus has seen its Champions League tournament end in the Round of 16 in each of the last three seasons despite being favorites in each. Once again, Juventus is a...

Another member of Yankees' recent dynasty to have number retired

O’Neill will be honored before the Yankees game against the Blue Jays on August — you guessed it — 21st. 

New Jersey teen running 50-mile ultra-marathon in support of veterans

Michael Ferrara is raising donations on behalf of VetREST.

Which zodiac sign is the smartest? Here's what an astrologer says

Which zodiac sign is the smartest? The answer is written in the stars.

More subway violence: Man punched in face, robbed on Manhattan train

A man was socked in the face by a mugger who swiped his cash on a Manhattan train early Tuesday, cops said. 

Jaida Benjamin, missing 'Insecure' and 'Family Reunion' actress, found safe

The LAPD confirmed that they'd located Benjamin, 27, around Ventura Boulevard and Colfax Avenue in Studio City — near where she was last spotted before disappearing.

WH changes tune, says Russian troops to rebel areas are Ukraine 'invasion'

The description of Russia's troop movements matters because President Biden has threatened ruinous economic sanctions against Russia if it "invades" Ukraine.

Beekeepers turn to anti-theft technology as hive thefts rise

In the past few weeks, 1,036 beehives worth hundreds of thousands of dollars were reported stolen from orchards statewide, authorities said.

Three white men who murdered Ahmaud Arbery also found guilty of hate crimes

The three white men who chased and murdered Ahmaud Arbery, a Black man jogging who had committed no crimes, were found guilty of federal hate crimes Tuesday.

Utah takes custody of 4-year-old whose father told him to shoot at cops: police

Sadaat Shamille Johnson allegedly instructed his son to shoot at police officers as he was being taken into custody by responding cops after McDonald’s workers called 911.

Slack, Amazon Web Services go down in widespread outage

Slack and Amazon Web Services are experiencing widespread outages on Tuesday morning, interrupting communication and workflows after the holiday weekend.

Brian Flores extends olive branch to Bill Belichick after text message drama

It appears Brian Flores has his sights on mending fences with Patriots coach Bill Belichick.

Former co-host of Fox News' 'The Five' dead at 73

FNC star Sean Hannity announced Beckel's death during his nightly primetime show on Monday.

'Advanced discussions': Volkswagen planning to spin off Porsche with IPO

Volkswagen said it is laying the groundwork for an initial public offering of Porsche in what would be one of the largest listings in recent memory. VW, the world's second...

Travis Kelce 'drools' over girlfriend's sexy new photos

Travis Kelce is certainly loving girlfriend Kayla Nicole's latest on social media.

Oh, soot! Woman stuck headfirst in chimney for nearly an hour

The San Diego woman tried to gain entry to her home through the chimney – but became trapped upside-down.

LeBron's agent says Russell Westbrook trade report is 'a damn lie'

The struggling Lakers remained stagnant at the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 10, despite multiple reports that claimed Westbrook could be on his way out.

Germany suspends Nord Stream 2 pipeline over Russia invasion of Ukraine

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz described Monday's announcement by Russian President Vladimir Putin as a "serious break of international law."

Boris Johnson scraps remaining COVID restrictions in England

Monday’s announcement applies only to England, which is home to 56 million of the U.K.’s 67 million people.

Macy's rejects call to split off e-commerce business following strong Q4

“We are more confident as one integrated company,” chief executive Jeff Gennette said in a statement after the retailer turned in strong financial results for its key fourth quarter.

'America's Got Talent: Extreme' star Jonathan Goodwin out of hospital

After a stunt gone wrong back in October, Goodwin -- who turned 42 on Tuesday -- was admitted into the hospital for four months.

Trump's Truth Social launches with massive iPhone waitlist

Donald Trump’s Twitter alternative has finally launched on iPhone — but hundreds of thousands of would-be users are now stuck waiting in a lengthy queue to join.

Escalated Russia-Ukraine conflict would scuttle US stocks, Goldman Sachs warns

The S&P 500 and other stock indices are poised for a major selloff if Russia’s military aggression toward Ukraine escalates to a full-on invasion, Goldman Sachs analysts have warned. Goldman...

CDC withholding COVID data over misinterpretation fears

The CDC has admitted it is withholding large portions of COVID-19 data from the public because it fears the information could be misinterpreted.

Beijing bust: NBC draws worst Olympics ratings ever with 2022 Winter Games

The Winter Olympics, which aired across broadcast, cable and streaming platforms of Comcast's NBCU, attracted an average of 11.4 million primetime viewers over its two-and-a-half week run.

39 extended Presidents Day sales of 2022: Casper, Tempur-Pedic, more

Are you feeling patriotic yet? 

How bettors should approach potential frantic finish in this mid-major conference

With just two weeks left in the regular season, the regular-season title race in the Atlantic 10 is tightening up. Davidson has been in first place most of the way,...

Nils Lundkvist, Vitali Kravtsov top list of players Rangers could deal as deadline approaches

The NHL trade deadline is a month away, and the Rangers have a few players who may want to keep their bags packed.

Andrew Garfield got stoned to Tobey Maguire: 'He's my Spider-Man'

"I would practice his lines in the mirror when I was in drama school," he said channeling Maguire's lines. "I was very high at the time."

Eileen, a paralyzed duck, is going viral on social media

With her new set of wheels, this burgeoning social media influencer is happy as a duck. While Eileen — a chocolate runner duckling — was hatching from her egg, she...

Man, 61, slashed by stranger in NYC: cops

The victim was walking on Judge Street near Vietor Avenue in Elmhurst around 7 p.m.

Trucker beaten by Canadian police says 'they broke my body a little bit but not my spirit'

Romanian-born Csaba Vizi said that he expected to be arrested, but not attacked by cops, after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau invoked the Emergencies Act.

Molly Ringwald's mom forgot 'Sixteen Candles' icon's birthday: 'Life imitates art'

The ’80s icon turned 54 on Feb. 18 and apparently had a hilarious text exchange with her mother, who — just like in the movie — seemed to disremember her...

Thief caught on video stealing car with 11-year-old inside in East Harlem

The surveillance video, released by cops early Tuesday, shows the suspect opening the door to the orange 2017 Nissan Rogue, getting behind the wheel and driving off

'Insecure' actress Jaida Benjamin missing: Mental health crisis feared

The 27-year-old, who reportedly suffers from bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, is best known for playing Kelly in Netflix's "Family Reunion."

Dow drops 300 points as Russia-Ukraine tension stokes inflation fears

Dow futures were down 1.4% before the bell while Nasdaq futures, which dipped by as much as 3% in the early morning hours of Tuesday, fell 0.5%.

Fox Business host Neil Cavuto reveals he almost died from COVID

Fox Business host Neil Cavuto returned to the air and ended the mystery of his five-week absence — revealing that he almost died from a second bout of COVID-19.

College student allegedly tried to bust into tiger cage at Boston zoo: 'I didn’t mean to harm anybody'

Matthew Abraham, 24, was spotted by staffers at the Franklin Park Zoo in a private outdoor area behind the tiger enclosure at about 8:45 a.m. Monday, state police told The...

GOP makes gains among Hispanic voters since 2020 election: poll

The Republican party has made massive gains among Hispanic voters since the 2020 Presidential Election – cutting the Democratic advantage by nearly 20 percent.

College student declared dead at hospital after taking Uber night before

A 21-year-old student at the University of New Orleans was dropped off unresponsive at a hospital and was declared dead – after taking an Uber following a night out.

NFL star's wife defends broadcaster over infamous college comments

Katherine Webb, the model wife of Falcons quarterback A.J. McCarron, wants critics to leave Brent Musburger alone.

Pisces celebrities: 25 famous people born under the water sign

We're officially in Pisces season! Which celebrities are part of this select group? Here are 25 of the most romantic and creative celebrities born between February 19 - March 20.

US women's soccer secures equal pay, $24 million after six-year legal battle

The U.S. Soccer Federation and the women announced a deal Tuesday that will have players split $22 million, about one-third of what they had sought in damages. The USSF also...

Queen cancels online engagements over 'mild' COVID symptoms

Officials confirmed Sunday that the 95-year-old monarch -- who has been fully vaccinated and had a booster shot -- had tested positive for COVID.

Daily Horoscope - February 22, 2022

Your horoscope reading for February 22, 2022

Pregnant woman shot in stomach by Uber driver, forced to give birth early

A pregnant woman in Georgia was forced to deliver her baby prematurely after she was shot three times by her Uber driver, police said.

Apple workers using Android phones to keep union talks secret from bosses: report

Some Apple retail employees involved in a unionization drive have reportedly used phones manufactured by the iPhone maker’s rivals out of tracking fears.

Kyle Rittenhouse launches initiative to combat 'lies' from media outlets, personalities

He had been charged with homicide, attempted homicide and reckless endangerment in the deaths of Joseph Rosenbaum, 36, and Anthony Huber, 26, and the wounding of Gaige Grosskreutz, 27.

Russian pols give Putin go-ahead to use force in Ukraine's breakaway regions

Russian lawmakers gave Russian President Vladimir Putin the go-ahead to deploy troops to the breakaway regions of Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts in eastern Ukraine.

Soo Kim's hedge fund partners with Apollo to buy Tegna TV empire for $8.7B

Tegna — spun off from newspaper giant Gannett in 2015 as a separate, publicly traded company — operates 64 TV and 2 radio stations across 54 US markets.

The intriguing path for NBA teams to lure LeBron James

If the four-time MVP and four-time league champion truly is serious about his plan to team up with his son Bronny once the young James is draft-eligible in 2024...

Aaron Rodgers gets cryptic with Instagram post on Shailene Woodley, Packers

Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers posted a lengthy message in which he reflected on his Packers teammates, as well as former fiancee Shailene Woodley.

'Other avatars are so jealous': Meet the gamers shelling out thousands on high-end fashion for their virtual selves

"I like treating her to the finer things," one gamer says of her Gucci-loving avatar. "It feels like I’m creating the life that I used to dream of.”

NYS voters say Cuomo is a sexual harasser, reject claims of vindication

A majority of voters believe disgraced governor Andrew Cuomo is a serial sexual harasser and reject his claim of vindication after prosecutors declined to bring criminal charges, a new poll...

65 percent of New York voters back stricter bail law: poll

New York State voters want to see the controversial bail law tightened amid concerns about a surge in violent crime, a new poll released Tuesday reveals.

Queens violence leaves two men dead, another wounded

Two men were killed and a third was wounded in a violent three-hour span in Queens on Monday night, police said.

Russia facing new sanctions after Putin recognizes breakaway regions

The United States and its European allies are poised to announce harsh new sanctions against Russia on Tuesday after President Vladimir Putin formally recognized two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine, escalating a...

Former councilman lands City Hall role as senior faith adviser

Former Bronx councilman Fernando Cabrera has landed a role at City Hall after all – where the controversial pastor will serve as a senior faith adviser in the newly created...