February 24, 2022
Viral video allegedly shows broken Ukrainian father saying goodbye to daughter fleeing to safety
A Ukrainian father broke down in tears as he said goodbye to his partner and young daughter as they allegedly boarded a bus for safety while he remained behind to...
Ukraine downs Russian plane over Kyiv
Ukraine forces shot down a Russian aircraft over Kyiv in the pre-dawn hours Friday morning, causing debris from the plane to fall onto a high-rise apartment building and set it...
When James Harden 76ers era will begin
The James Harden era in Philadelphia is set to officially begin.
New CDC guidelines will mean fewer people told they should mask up
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will announce a change in its guidelines that will mean the vast majority of Americans will no longer be advised to wear masks...
Rangers rookie steps up in place of ill Filip Chytil
Morgan Barron played just his 10th game of the season, and first since Feb. 1, in the Rangers’ 4-1 win over the Capitals on Thursday night.
Grambling State hires tarnished ex-Baylor coach
Briles has not worked in college football since he was fired after an investigation concluded he and his staff took no action against Baylor players named in sexual assault allegations.
Nets start second half with ugly loss to key division foe
The Nets came out of the break the same way they went in: Decimated and defeated.
Baltimore prosecutor Mosby's Twitter account apparently hacked
Baltimore prosecutor Marilyn Mosby's official Twitter account appeared to have been hacked on Thursday. The account's new owner told a local news station that they bought the credentials for the...
Woman sues police for excessive force after K-9 ripped off her scalp
A California woman whose scalp was ripped open by a police dog filed a lawsuit claiming police officers used excessive force by allowing the German Shepard to maul her.
Rangers' top line delivers convincing win
The Rangers hadn’t seen the Capitals since their season-opening drubbing in Washington on Oct. 13— and now it feels like a distant memory.
We lived in denial until Putin launched a fusillade on our Kyiv people
In the hours before the attack, I spent idle days in the hotel lobbies and elegant bars and restaurants of Kyiv waiting for something to happen.
Cellar-dwelling Devils trounce Penguins
Jesper Bratt scored twice, rookie Nico Daws made 37 saves and the last-place Devils drilled the Penguins on Thursday night.
Hall of Fame boxers ready to fight for Ukraine
Former heavyweight champions Vitali Klitschko and his brother, Wladimir, are ready to take up arms in the war in Ukraine.
Elderly Florida woman drives into outdoor diners, killing one and injuring six
An elderly woman behind the wheel was trying to parallel park but accelerated, sending the car barreling into patrons dining outside in Florida.
Defiant Ukrainian border guards killed after telling Russian warship to 'go f--k yourself'
Ukrainian border guards defending a Black Sea island defiantly told an invading Russian warship to "go f--k yourself" when asked to surrender and were killed when it opened fire.
Mets Old-Timers reminisce about New York memories
Three players from different eras of Mets history have joined the list of participants for Old-Timers’ Day, scheduled for Aug. 27 at Citi Field.
What Tom Thibodeau thought about Obi Toppin's dunk title
Obi Toppin didn’t expect coach Tom Thibodeau to be as excited as he was after the Knicks’ forward won Saturday’s All-Star Slam Dunk Contest when he arrived Wednesday at the...
UConn women's hoop star cleared to return vs. St. John's
The reigning national player of the year will suit up Friday for the seventh-ranked Huskies when they host St. John’s.
Andrew Cuomo begins comeback attempt with new TV ad
Andrew Cuomo will begin his political comeback with an ad claiming he’s been exonerated from charges he sexually harassed multiple women, The Post has learned.
The week in whoppers: Tom Friedman's 'oops,' the WaPo's cluelessness and more
This week in whoppers, the Post Editorial Board cites columnist Thomas Friedman for his horribly premature praise for President Joe Biden.
This big Broadway debut is actually a 'nightmare' behind the scenes
The producer of “Paradise Square” is notorious fraudster Garth Drabinsky, and, sources said, he's out of cash.
Where MLB labor talks stand now
The efforts to get Major League Baseball out of the bargaining room and onto the field continue to go nowhere slowly.
What made Julius Randle's All-Star break 'amazing'
This hiatus, Randle just needed to get away after a rough first 59 games, failing to make the All-Star Game this time around.
Not Peter the Great, he's Vlad the Mad
Ever since Vladimir Putin first seized the Russian presidency 20 years ago, people continue to question his sanity.
Recognizing Putin's evil — and knowing how to stand up to it
Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of the sovereign nation of Ukraine under several pretexts reminds me of Adolf Hitler's rationale for invading and annexing Sudetenland in 1938.
New York hospitals to resume elective surgeries after COVID case decline
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that New York hospitals can resume performing elective surgeries thanks to a decrease in COVID-19 cases.
How wannabe starlets are channeling Beyonce on the red carpet
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery ... and an easy way to make headlines.
NFL mock drafts are good for nothing
Both rely on what I know I can do and do well: produce a pile of fleeting, irrelevant, time-tested nonsense.
China insists space debris projected to hit the moon isn't theirs
China has denied any responsibility for a rogue rocket expected to crash into the Moon – after Elon Musk's SpaceX said it wasn't theirs.
The one thing keeping Ben Simmons from his Nets debut
Steve Nash said Ben Simmons isn't in condition yet to make his Nets debut.
Giants coaching staff adds analytics wrinkle
The importance and reliance of analytics is undergoing a further transformation with the new regime in charge of charting the direction of the franchise.
Horrific video shows LIRR rider fatally shot in aisle of train
The disturbing clip opens with the gunman casually strolling behind 20-year-old Yusef Staine, the unsuspecting victim who had apparently been traveling with the shooter before shots rang out at about...
Rangers' path to playoffs goes through division foes
The Rangers competed in the first of their 17 remaining Metropolitan Division matchups on Thursday night, when the Capitals came to Madison Square Garden for the teams’ second of three...
Columbia top shrink suspended for calling a dark-skin model a 'freak of nature'
Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman, head of the school's psychiatry department, retweeted a photo of a model and suggested her dark skin could make her a “freak of nature.”
Madness descends on Europe as Russia-Ukraine conflict ignites continent
Mere moments after Russia's Vladimir Putin went on TV to announce his "special military operation" to "de-Nazify" a democracy of 44 million people who happen to have elected a Jewish...
From comedy to conflict: Who is Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky?
How Volodymyr Zelensky went from being a comic who played the piano with his penis to the leader of beleaguered Ukraine.
Kremlin-backed mercenaries laid groundwork in Ukraine
A shadowy group of Kremlin-backed mercenaries who allegedly helped lay the groundwork for the invasion of eastern Ukraine have been accused of some of the worst atrocities around the world.
Kick in the Balkans: Bronx pol panned for blocking street renaming for Albanian hero
Councilwoman Marjorie Velazquez has blocked a request from Albanian-American civic leaders to rename a street in the Morris Park section of the Bronx this weekend after an icon, Fan Noli.
Floyd Mayweather's birthday bash includes Kanye, Antonio Brown
Floyd Mayweather rang in his 45th birthday with a loud crowd of stars.
Haunting photos of Kyiv mansions for sale amid Russia-Ukraine conflict
Overnight on Thursday, Russian forces attacked Ukraine in what is considered the largest attack on a European state since World War II. The move took place after Russian President Vladimir...
Canceled comic Louis C.K. rumored to perform in Kyiv amid Russian invasion
The once-cancelled stand-up comedian is apparently laughing in the face of danger.
Trump, Ivanka and Don Jr. won't testify in NY AG's suit as they seek appeal: report
Donald Trump and his kids Ivanka and Donald Trump Jr. won't testify as part of New York Attorney General Letitia James' probe into the Trump Organization's business dealings despite a...
Ex-police chief faked death in apparent bid to dodge charges: cops
Ex-Chadbourn Chief Anthony Spivey skipped a court hearing on Monday and staged his own suicide to dodge prosecution on more than 80 felony charges.
NYC Council easily approves trimmed-back outdoor dining program
City Council easily approved legislation that makes the city's popular outdoor dining program permanent but will trim back rules that allowed for controversial "shed" setups.
Returning Thibodeau favorite has chance to be Knicks' savior
The Knicks finished 10 games over .500 last season because Rose resembled an All-Star in the home stretch.
'The Simpsons' predicted the 'very sad' Russia invasion of Ukraine
It was a more somber prognostication. Social media users have credited "The Simpsons" with predicting Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Judge rules parents of school shooter Crumbley will stand trial
The parents are accused of making the gun the teen allegedly used in the shooting easily accessible and failing to step in when he showed signs of mental and emotional...
Trucker convoys prepare to gather in Washington DC to protest COVID mandates
A loose coalition of American trucker groups say they are preparing to converge on the nation's capitol next week to protest COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Letters to the Editor — Feb. 25, 2022
The Issue: Vladimir Putin’s declaration of a “special military operation” to demilitarize Ukraine. President Biden is trapped (“War in Europe,” Feb. 24). Russian President Vladimir Putin is an irrational actor...
Ukraine teacher credits 'guardian angel' for surviving Russian missile strike
Olena Kurilo emerged from the hospital in Chuguev, outside the city of Kharkiv, covered in bandages after a missile strike sent shards of window glass flying into her face.
Sally Kellerman, original Hot Lips from 'M*A*S*H,' dead at 84
The raspy-voiced beauty famously appeared in M*A*S*H as well as the 1986 comedy "Back to School," opposite Rodney Dangerfield.
How Troy Aikman's $90M ESPN deal could shake up NFL's TV free-agency bonanza
After the seismic broadcasting move of Troy Aikman from Fox to ESPN, the next tremors are expected to reverberate from the NFL sidelines to some of sportscasting’s all-time biggest names.
Mind-blowing internet ‘time machine’ reveals how awful Facebook, Google and more used to look
Internet users are taking a trip down memory lane seeing what their favorite websites looked like years ago.
Embattled Ghislaine Maxwell juror's crucial jury questionnaire revealed
The juror who has thrown Ghislaine Maxwell's guilty verdict into question did not disclose in his pre-trial jury questionnaire that he was a victim of childhood sexual abuse, it was...
Louisiana Sheriff's corporal arrested for child porn, sexually abusing animals
A Louisiana Sheriff's corporal was arrested Thursday for 28 counts of possession of child pornography and allegedly sexually abusing animals.
Three former Minneapolis cops found guilty of violating George Floyd's civil rights
Three former Minneapolis cops were found guilty of violating George Floyd's civil rights in a federal trial Thursday when they failed to intervene as Derek Chauvin fatally leaned on Floyd's...
Greg Norman fires back at PGA Tour commish over Saudi ultimatum: 'This is just the beginning'
Greg Norman is not backing down from the PGA Tour.
NY boarding school student who hanged himself had been placed in isolation, family says
Italian exchange student Claudio Mandia was found dead Saturday in a room at E.F. Academy in Mount Pleasant on the eve of his birthday, officials said.
Biden offers sentimental hogwash against Putin — and doesn't even suggest we'll win
The word “inspiring” does not come to mind as a way of describing President Biden’s afternoon speech following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. “Dispiriting” comes closer.
Scientists discover new baffling substance deep in Earth's core
Earth's core is not solid nor liquid as we have long believed but a weird mix of elements that make it a bit of both.
Time to move past mandates, Gov. Hochul
Mayor Eric Adams "can't wait" to phase out mask and vaccine mandates in New York City, saying he has a plan to do so and looks forward to a "real...
Sanctions on Russia could hit these Western-connected oligarchs hard
Many in Putin's circle live lavish lifestyles outside Russia, spending millions on luxury homes, yachts and celebrity-studded parties. It's a situation that also makes them vulnerable to economic pressure as...
Inside creepy network of ‘spy apps’ that secretly track and monitor people
Stalkerware apps can trace keystrokes, track the device’s location, screen record the user’s every move, or even access the device’s camera in real-time.
Why US sanctions on Russia won’t stop Putin’s blitzkrieg in Ukraine
As Russia invaded Ukraine and bombings rocked cities across the country this week, President Vladimir Putin’s aggression was on full display.
'You definitely feel the heart-pounding': Navy commander flies in the face of danger
US Navy Cmdr. Antonia "Toni" Miggins is no stranger to danger — she quite literally flies in the face of it.
'Not a win': Hope Solo rips USWNT's equal pay settlement
Former USA goalkeeper Hope Solo is "infuriated" that the USWNT players agreed to a $24 million deal with the US Soccer Federation to settle their class-action lawsuit over equal pay.
Bees 'ejaculate' themselves to death when it gets too hot
"When drones die from shock, they spontaneously ejaculate," explained a Canadian researcher.
Hundreds of people are living in NYC subway stations and tunnels, MTA says
The individuals were spread between 29 encampments in tunnels and 89 in stations, according to an MTA survey conducted on Feb. 2 and 3 as part of a "track trespass"...
Biden tries to talk tough but the real message to Putin is 'you'll get away with this'
President Joe Biden tried to come off as tough and resolute in his remarks on Vladimir Putin’s brutal invasion of Ukraine. He failed.
Catholic schools see first enrollment hike in two decades
Demand began to mount during the pandemic-impacted 2020-2021 school year, where most Catholic dioceses offered in-person classes while many public schools did not.
Terrified Ukrainians detail 'horrible' Kyiv conditions, fear Putin won't stop there
Galina -- a retired engineer living in central Kyiv with her 75-year-old husband -- detailed the “horrible situation” unfolding in Ukraine during an interview with The Post, saying the couple...
In NYC's Financial District strollers are finally outnumbering suits
With much of the financial sector working from home — and practically every other white collar employee remote as well — Fidi now has a distinctly non-finance feel.
Why is Russia invading Ukraine? Explaining the roots of a long-simmering conflict
At issue are two separatist states that have been in open, if muted, conflict with Kyiv since 2014, as well as larger questions about Russia's sphere of influence and Ukraine's...
I got Botox and now I can barely open one of my eyes
However, although the procedure has become increasingly popular recently, it also carries great risk.
Francis Ford Coppola disses 'big razzle-dazzle' of modern Oscars ceremonies
"There are too many awards shows now. I liked it when it was just the Oscars.”
US gas prices could hit $5 a gallon or more after Russia's Ukraine invasion
Soaring US gas prices are likely to get even worse after Russia launched a full-fledged invasion of Ukraine.
US orders Russia embassy's No. 2 diplomat out of Washington
The Russian Embassy was reportedly informed of Minister Counselor Sergey Trepelkov’s departure on Wednesday, one day before the attack on Ukraine began.
Pharrell Williams sells LA home with outdoor skate park for $9.2M
Located above Laurel Canyon in the Hollywood Hills, architect Hagy Belzberg built the trophy property in 2007.
How Russia can use cryptocurrency to avoid US sanctions over Ukraine
Billionaire oligarchs close to Russian President Vladimir Putin could potentially blunt the effects of the sanctions thanks to cryptocurrency, according to experts.
This is bet to make in Celtics-Nets game
Both the Celtics and the Nets are looking to finish the season strong and climb up the Eastern Conference standings. Will the Celtics cool off a bit following an extended...
The Rangers' marquee players have to prove themselves when it matters
The Rangers’ ultimate playoff fate will be determined by the marquee players who haven’t yet proven themselves in the crucible of postseason play.
Elon Musk and brother Kimbal face insider trading probe from SEC: report
Elon Musk and his younger brother are being investigated by the Securities and Exchange Commission over whether the siblings violated insider trading laws, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday.
'Going through chaos': Brazilian soccer stars stuck in Ukraine beg for help from their government
Brazilian soccer players who play in Ukraine made desperate pleas to their government for help escaping the nation, saying they're "going through chaos."
The 'feisty' road underdog in play on college basketball's Thursday slate
Which underdogs are worthy bets on the Thursday college basketball card? Matty Cox, Ky McKeon and Jim Root of The Action Network are here to give their selections (video above)....
'Full House' cast sets emotional reunion 2 months after Bob Saget's death
They'll get together at the nostalgia-filled convention ’90s Con, which will take place in Hartford, Connecticut, from March 11 to 13.
New 'Jeopardy!' champ Christine Whelchel reveals cancer battle
New "Jeopardy!" champ Christine Whelchel revealed that she battled breast cancer during the period when she was trying out for the show.
The pain of the MLB lockout, directly from the fans witnessing it firsthand
Come on down to the unsubtly named Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium, where Major League Baseball’s future is currently being debated and decided.
Cutting out this food group just twice a week slashes risk of cancer
The new study suggests that being a low meat eater, fish eater (pescatarian) or vegetarian lowers your risk of all cancers.
Teen girl fatally shot with an Uzi in tragic TikTok-related accident
The teenager, Yazmin Esmeralda, accidentally fired the submachine gun after finding it on the floor of her grandmother's closet.
Sean Penn in Ukraine filming documentary as Russia invades
The politically active actor was spotted Thursday in the first row of a press briefing in Kyiv, where high-ranking Ukrainian officials were discussing the day's invasion by Russia.
Aaron Rodgers' decision on NFL future is coming 'soon'
Aaron Rodgers' decision about whether or not he'll return for an 18th NFL season could come sooner rather than later.
Novak Djokovic will fall from No. 1 after getting dominated by qualifier
Novak Djokovic will fall from No. 1 in the ATP rankings and be replaced by Daniil Medvedev after losing 6-4, 7-6 (4) to Czech qualifier Jiri Vesely in the quarterfinals...
Tennis star candidly details past suicidal thoughts, substance abuse: ‘One of my darkest periods’
Kyrgios began his Instagram message by sharing a photo of himself at the 2020 Australian Open, noting it "was one of my darkest periods."
Latest mysterious space signal tracked to an unexpected location
FRBs are defined as a very intense, millisecond-long burst of radio waves that are produced by unidentified sources in deep space.
Russian forces seize Chernobyl nuclear plant, Ukraine regains key Kyiv airport
Russian forces took control of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant on Thursday after a brief, but fierce fighting with Ukrainian troops, officials have revealed.
Bon Jovi sells Manhattan condo for $22 million
Shortly after listing on a prayer, Jon Bon Jovi has said goodbye to his Manhattan condo.
Amazon electronics guide for 2022: Speakers, cameras, Kindle, Echo, more
Looking for the best electronics out there? Amazon has your back.
Self-obsessed Trump's Putin praise is morally bankrupt
Former President Donald Trump’s comments were another instance of his shockingly favorable and morally bankrupt statements about Vladimir Putin over the years.
Intruder sneaks into NYPD precinct, caught in commanding officer's room
An intruder sneaked into a Bronx NYPD station house Wednesday night -- and was caught in the act inside the commanding officer's room, cops and police sources said.
Russia’s war on Ukraine: Where Putin's forces have hit so far
Vladimir Putin declared war on Ukraine early Thursday morning, claiming his forces would be undertaking a “special military operation” to demilitarize and “denazify” its Western neighbor.
Judge to grill Ghislaine Maxwell juror under oath during upcoming hearing
The Manhattan judge who presided over Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex trafficking trial will grill the juror who threw the disgraced socialite’s guilty verdict into question.
Review: the 'Vikings' spinoff is an epic show done right
“Vikings: Valhalla,” a spinoff of the History Channel hit “Vikings,” is an epic and sprawling affair – and it’s smart enough to start small, with two connected tales of good...
The reasons to be optimistic – and pessimistic – MLB will play full season
As the clock ticks toward midnight, are you a pessimist or an optimist?
Woman's seemingly bizarre pregnancy symptom baffles internet
The condition typically occurs in the third trimester of pregnancy, according to Medical News Today.
Duo ransacks NYC bodega, throws monitor at worker in bid for cigarettes: video
The duo barged into the shop on John Street near Broadway around 11:25 p.m. on Feb. 16 — joined by a woman who stayed close to the door, according to...
America must act — our security and prosperity are at stake in Putin's war on Ukraine
The war began eight years ago, when Moscow seized and annexed Crimea and launched a not-quite-covert war in Ukraine’s Donbas region, resulting in more than 14,000 Ukrainian deaths
What is SWIFT banking system? Russia could be ejected over Ukraine invasion
As President Biden and other world leaders mull additional sanctions against Russia, one of the most severe proposals would sever the Kremlin’s access to the SWIFT international payments systems.
The best toaster ovens under $200, per reviews
For making egg-topped avocado toast, margarita pizza and everything in between.
Inside an old Ohio church converted into a divine home — with a slide
A family of seven is singing praises — but it took divinely inspired creativity to make the existing fixtures in this 1903 house of worship work.
'Cyrano' star Haley Bennett on working with partner Joe Wright: He has 'so much heart'
Bennett laughingly revealed that while doing the stage production of the movie, she was "playing Roxanne, a virgin, eight months pregnant!"
Boxing gave Chris Colbert a dad and ‘something to live for.’ He’s about to give boxing all it can handle
Chris Colbert is in line to be Brooklyn’s next world champion. But his fight is about so much more.
An ode to a late Rangers legend
The Rangers franchise is not what it is today without Emile Francis.
Woman found dead in possible murder-suicide attempt in NYC
A woman was found dead -- with her throat slashed -- in a Bronx apartment Thursday morning in what cops believe may be an attempted murder-suicide.
The next few days will tell if the West has what it takes to stop Putin
Now that Russia has invaded Ukraine, the West must rethink its approach to sanctions against Russian President Vladimir Putin’s regime — and fast.
49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo saga takes sudden twist
It's possible that 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo could remain with San Francisco for another season.
Kanye West is 'our new Michael Jackson' says Dame Dash: 'He triggers the world'
Roc-A-Fella Records cofounder Damon Dash had some kind words to say about Kanye West.
Russia has mobile crematoriums that 'evaporate' dead soldiers: report
The British Ministry of Defense released video of the trucks which can incinerate bodies one at a time and suggested Wednesday that the Kremlin might deploy them in its war...
Elon Musk doubles down on China with Tesla plant in Shanghai: report
Tesla will break ground next month on a new factory in Shanghai -- solidifying Elon Musk's commitment to double production of electric vehicles in China, according to a report. The...
Crew of thieves nab nearly $500K in bags, jewelry from UES store: NYPD
The thieves grabbed 17 Hermes bags, two Cartier watches, and an assortment of other watches, rings and jewelry – totaling $498,000 in value, cops said
These red flags mean you’re a victim of weaponized incompetence
If so, you may be a victim of what is referred to as 'weaponized incompetence' - but do you know exactly what it means?
Russians join global protests against Putin's Ukraine invasion
The Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs warned against protests Thursday, but that didn't keep hundreds of Russians from taking to the streets.
Inside One Wall St.: NYC's largest ever office-to-condo conversion
For nearly a century, One Wall Street has towered over the heart of the Financial District. The former home of the Irving Trust commercial bank, and later the Bank of...
Data-wiping software found on 'hundreds' of Ukraine computers
A newly discovered piece of destructive software found circulating in Ukraine has hit hundreds of computers, according to researchers at the cybersecurity firm ESET.
Global trade snarls to get even worse after Ukraine invasion: analysts
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is likely to snarl global trade even further, while sending gas prices soaring and stock markets into correction territory, analysts say. Global markets tanked on...
Man struggling to breathe finds a tooth growing in his nose
This redefines nasal cavity: A NY man was flabbergasted after Mount Sinai docs discovered a half-inch-long tooth growing inside his nostril.
The 10 life-threatening Omicron side effects plaguing COVID survivors
For most people, COVID-19 is now like a common cold, with symptoms such as a sore throat and a runny nose.
Mom, 51, is a TikTok sensation after sharing sexy secrets to ageless looks
“I kept getting asked by women what my secrets were for looking younger than my age, so I figured it was a great reason to start this journey."
Suspect kills deputy with his own gun in Texas mall
A Texas deputy constable was shot dead by a suspect who wrestled his service weapon away at a Houston shopping mall where the officer was working an extra job.
Biden slams Ukraine invasion as he reveals new sanctions that leave Putin untouched
Biden's 12:30 p.m. speech follows a phone call between leaders of the G7 group of nations to discuss the precise punishments to be laid on Moscow.
4-year-old found dead in freezer after note from kidnapped mom led to grim discovery
Brandon Toseland, 35, was first arrested Tuesday on charges that he had been holding his girlfriend against her will inside his home, the Reno Gazette Journal reported.
Over half of US abortions now done with pills, not surgery
In 2020, pills accounted for 54% of all US abortions, up from roughly 44% in 2019.
Mom sobs as hospital separates her from baby with COVID: 'This is inhumane'
"I was begging, crying, hysterical and screaming," a Hong Kong mother said of her 11-month-old's forced isolation. "I had a bit of a breakdown."
Russian state media feeding 'fog of disinformation' about Ukraine invasion
As world leaders condemned Russia's declaration of war on Ukraine and invasion of the country, Russians were fed a misleading "fog of disinformation" about the conflict.
Supermassive black hole captured in stunning new image
NASA describes NGC 1566 — the Spanish Dancer galaxy — as an "island universe containing billions of stars" located approximately 70 million light-years away from Earth
Gisele proves Tom Brady is not the only athlete in the family
Tom Brady is well aware wife Gisele Bündchen is a force to be reckoned with.
Massive winter storm walloped South, Midwest before heading for Northeast
A massive winter storm system is set to wallop the South and Midwest with freezing rain and ice before heading to the Northeast where up to a foot and a...
Ex-Met claims fans called him N-word, sent 'endless death threats'
The pitcher claimed in a tweet on Wednesday that Mets fans aimed racist comments and death threats at him when he pitched in New York.
Taiwan warns Chinese aircraft in its air defense zone
The ministry said the latest mission involved eight Chinese J-16 fighters and one Y-8 reconnaissance aircraft.
Moldova readies emergency steps in preparation for Ukrainian refugees
The president of Moldova announced on Thursday that her government will ask parliament to implement a state of emergency.
Bitcoin, ethereum and other cryptos swing to gains after big losses on Russia news
Bitcoin was trading down 4.5% at around $35,600 on Thursday morning, while ethereum fell 6% to about $2,430, according to Coinbase data.
'The Crown' jewels stolen from Netflix set in 'heartbreaking' $200K heist
Props from the popular Netflix series were stolen by thieves in an overnight raid near their set in Doncaster, England, last week.
Sacre bleu! A trip to Paris is now cheaper than visiting Disneyland
According to a new report, Disney's astronomical price hikes have revealed a trip to Paris, France is cheaper than visiting Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif.
Ukrainians flood ATMs to withdraw cash as war begins
Panicked Ukrainian citizens are scrambling to take out cash Thursday as the Russian military launches a full-fledged invasion of the Eastern European nation.
'Dark day for Europe': World leaders despair at Russian invasion of Ukraine
Leaders across the globe swiftly denounced Russia’s full-scale attack on Ukraine – as the country’s president vowed not to “give up its freedom” at any cost.
Archaeologists say they've finally solved the mystery surrounding King Tut's 'space dagger'
Archaeologists have finally solved a mystery surrounding a dagger that belonged to King Tutankhamun 3,400 years ago. A fresh analysis of the weapon discovered in the pharaoh's tomb in 1922...
Want to be a social media influencer? Corey B says it's 'hard as f - - k'
Corey Bonalewicz — better known as Corey B — boasts more than 15 million followers across his Instagram, TikTok and Facebook accounts, where he posts humorous how-to videos of himself...
Kyle Rittenhouse adds LeBron, Biden to list of people he wants to sue
Rittenhouse announced plans to sue a host of A-listers and media organizations earlier this week.
Rams star jetted off to Vegas with wife after winning Super Bowl MVP
Cooper Kupp's wife Anna is looking back on the couple's Super Bowl victory lap in Las Vegas.
Romney slams Putin for Ukraine attack, blames US for 'tepid' past response
Mitt Romney claimed that the “peril of again looking away from Putin’s tyranny falls not just on the people of the nations he has violated, it falls on America as...
Twitter warns users posting from Ukraine to bolster account security
Twitter posted a tweet thread in both English and Ukrainian on Thursday, offering advice for those in high-risk conflict regions.
Man suffering from rare toxic black mold growing on his brain after scraping elbow on vacation
Since his 2018 trip to Costa Rica, Tyson Bottenus has been plagued by splitting headaches, facial paralysis, and other debilitating symptoms due to an extremely rare tropical fungus that entered...
Duo shoots man in broad daylight at NYC basketball court
Two gunmen wildly opened fire in broad daylight inside a Queens basketball court – striking a man in the leg, new video shows.
Make a wager on these two NASCAR drivers this weekend
With the pomp and circumstance of the Daytona 500 now in the rearview mirror, the season-long grind begins this weekend at Auto Club Speedway. The Fontana, Calif., track is a...
Owning pets may protect against memory loss, study shows
Previous scientific evidence has shown that stress leads to a cognitive decline, but pets can reduce that stress, keeping their owners cognitively able.
'Scary tech sell-off:' Amazon, Apple and Google shares plunge on Russia war
Shares of American tech giants — including Amazon and Google — staged a shocking rally late Thursday after beginning the day deep in the as Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine shocked global markets. The...
Attacker whacks man with metal pipe on NYC train: cops
An attacker whacked a Manhattan straphanger with a metal pipe because he told him not to shoot up on a rush-hour train, cops said.
Jerry Lewis accused of sexual assault by co-stars: 'The ugly thing came out'
Comedy legend's leading ladies make shocking allegations about "The Dark Side of a Hollywood Icon."
Players outraged about Wordle again — this time over 'too British' answer
Wordlers were flummoxed by Wordle 250's answer, which they found incomprehensible to anybody who didn't live across the pond.
What made Amar'e and Carmelo tick during their Knicks heyday
In a Q&A, Phil Weber discussed his positive outlook for the Knicks’ second half, working with Amar’e Stoudemire in Phoenix and New York and his view of Carmelo Anthony, who...
US jobless claims decline to 52-year low
Fewer Americans are collecting unemployment benefits than at any time in the last half-century, according to federal government data. The number of jobless claims dropped by 17,000 to 232,000 for...
Jets star jokes about photobombing Sophia Culpo's bikini shoot
Braxton Berrios is adding a new title to his resume this offseason: professional photobomber.
Champions League final to be pulled from Russia after Ukraine invasion
ESPN reported Thursday that the UEFA is preparing to revoke Saint Petersburg's hosting rights for 2022 Champions League final in wake of the situation.
NYC Marathon returning to pre-COVID participant count after 2021 limitations
Celebrating its 51st anniversary on Sunday, Nov. 6, the world's biggest marathon's full force comeback follows last year's reduction to 25,000 finishers thanks to COVID-19 limitations.
Images from the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized a military operation in eastern Ukraine which lead to panic across the Ukraine. See some of the shocking images captured on camera.
Gabby Petito’s dad opens domestic violence shelter in her memory
On Wednesday, Gabby’s dad, Joe Petito, said his family is doing well and praised "events like today" for motivating them to feel good "even for something so tragic."
FDA authorizes first condom specifically marketed for anal sex
The patootie prophylactics, which will be rolled out by US manufacturer Global Protection Corp., will be marketed as the One Male Condom, the agency said.
Daily Horoscope - February 24, 2022
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Putin's declaration of war against Ukraine reportedly taped days earlier
Russian President Vladimir Putin recorded his declaration of war against Ukraine days earlier, according to multiple reports.
Chaos in Kyiv: Ukrainians desperately flee bloodshed as Putin declares war
Soon after President Vladimir Putin's televised declaration, Russian missiles started raining down on at least 16 cities across Ukraine.
The surprising truth about Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love's marriage
It's been 30 years since the iconic rock duo tied the knot on a beach in Hawaii.
Stock futures plummet, oil nears $100 as Russia invades Ukraine
Stock futures plummeted and oil approached $100 per barrel on Thursday morning as investors reacted to the Russian invasion of Ukraine – a conflict that’s already considered one of the...
The 10 NBA players to watch in a fascinating second half
How Ben Simmons, Kyrie Irving and eight other stars will chart the NBA's course in the stretch run.
Police reportedly believe Bob Saget hit head on marble bathroom floor before he died
Authorities investigating Bob Saget’s death believe he collapsed in his hotel bathroom and struck his head on the marble floor.
11-year-old Poppy is a hair-donation trailblazer
Hair's to Poppy! A Welsh girl — whose motto was "big hair don't care" — donated 12 inches of her long lochs after waiting six years for UK charities to...
Washington, DC, protesters gather at Russian embassy to protest invasion of Ukraine
Protesters in Washington, D.C., have gathered at the Russian embassy to protest the country's invasion of Ukraine early on Thursday morning.
Washington state police save missing disabled woman who spent 9 days alone inside vehicle in tow yard
A police investigation determined the disabled sister was last seen on Feb. 5, after her mother parked her vehicle at a gas station in Kent and walked off.
Russia launches invasion of Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the beginning of a military operation, launching an attack on Ukraine.
Texas mall shooting leaves off-duty constable, suspect dead
An off-duty law enforcement officer was killed Wednesday while working a side job at a Houston shopping mall when a suspect grabbed his firearm and fatally shot him, authorities said
Tom Thibodeau response to William Wesley jab
Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau was placed further into the crosshairs during the NBA All-Star break, but the Knicks coach says he isn’t paying it much mind.
'Sleeping with the enemy' Russian troops try to pick up Ukrainian women on Tinder
Russian soldiers poised to invade Ukraine have bombarded women on the other side of the border with Tinder messages Tuesday, according to The Sun.
Florida man killed in break-in after shooting deputy
A man was killed while trying to break into a home Wednesday morning after shooting and wounding a deputy during a traffic stop the previous night, officials in Florida said.
California man sentenced to life in prison for creating child porn
A man who created and participated in child pornography was sentenced on Wednesday to life in federal prison without the possibility of parole for making sexually explicit materials involving at...
Kevin Liles tells Jalen Rose the 'truth' behind Milli Vanilli
On this week's "Renaissance Man" podcast, Jalen Rose talks to Kevin Liles, who went from an intern at Def Jam to its president and shaped hip-hop as we know it...