March 25, 2022

Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins dead at 50

Foo Fighters announced drummer Taylor Hawkins' death Friday on Twitter.

Knicks' youngsters go wild to spark comeback road win

Scores of New Yorkers flock to South Florida in March for Spring Break to have a jolly time, and Friday night, the Knicks’ youngsters had the time of their lives. 

Yankees reliever has 'pinch' in neck

Turns out, there may be a reason for Joely Rodriguez’s drop in velocity on Thursday.

A No. 1 seed actually advances into Elite Eight

Remy Martin scored a season-high 23 points and Kansas did its part as the only No. 1 seed left in the NCAA Tournament, holding Providence to 17 first-half points and...

Rangers overwhelm rival in playoff-like atmosphere

If the Rangers draw the Penguins in the first round of the playoffs, they’ll want to use their game Friday night at the Garden as a blueprint for victory. 

Lisa Leslie says players were told not to make 'fuss' about Brittney Griner

The women's basketball world has been instructed to not make a "big fuss" over Brittney Griner's detainment in Russia.

Police officer gunned down in Starbucks parking lot north of Seattle

George LaBauve said he saw the suspected gunman tuck away his firearm before running over the officer's body as he fled in a blue Mini Cooper, the newspaper reported.

Saint Peter's makes history as miracle run continues into Elite Eight

It sounded like Jersey City in the City of Brotherly Love.

North Korea is testing missiles that could level much of the US — yet Team Biden has no plan to stop it

North Korea just tested a missile that can carry a nuclear warhead to any target on earth — and the Biden administration doesn’t give a damn.

Mets' righty has new mindset after taking care of ill son

Seth Lugo stopped throwing for three or four weeks during the offseason just to heal emotionally and focus on a more important entity. 

Teen was 'freaking out' on Orlando ride before falling to his death, father says

The 14-year-old boy who fell to his death from an Orlando amusement park ride asked a friend next to him to tell his parents he loved them in case "I...

Behind the great NYC eviction tsunami that never happened

The recent federal Census finding that New York City lost more than 110,000 residents in two years tells us the great eviction tsunami never happened.

Letters to the Editor — March 26, 2022

The Issue: Mayor Adams’ decision to carve out a vaccine mandate exemption for athletes and performers.

KBJ's 'woman' problem and other commentary

In today’s Fast Takes, the Post Editorial Board raises doubts on Ketanji Brown Jackson’s “woman” problem, the media’s coverage on the Hunter Biden scandal and more.

Yankees hitting coach: Gleyber Torres 'back to where he was'

The result was an out, but Gleyber Torres’ at-bat in the top of the third of Friday’s game against the Phillies showed what’s different about the infielder this spring.

Feather-weight fight: Ex madam Heidi Fleiss in custody battle over macaws

It's a feather-weight battle. Famous former madam Heidi Fleiss is accusing Brandi McClain, a woman who once allegedly worked for her, of reneging on a custodial agreement over four macaws. But McClain...

Nets star's return ends distractions, comes at right team with playoffs looming

Kyrie Irving’s Nets teammates, who will play Saturday at the first-place Heat, gushed over getting him back.

Jerry Springer on his daytime TV exit: 'I was competing against myself'

Jerry Springer has left the studio ... for now. The cancellation of "Judge Jerry" after three seasons leaves Springer without a small-screen home for the first time since "The Jerry...

Inside the Squad's 'Putin problem'

The Squad has a Putin problem.

As Biden's popularity dips, AOC is here to give him all the bad advice to regain it

President Joe Biden’s popularity numbers are at an all-time low of 40% and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez thinks he's not being radical enough.

Knicks finding 3-point spark from this unlikely source

Taj Gibson has become a fixture for the Knicks again, this time reinventing himself at age 36 with by providing a 3-point shooting spark.

The Legislature's next gift to New York criminals

There's room to do more on sealing records, but with crime soaring across New York the priority should be on improving public safety, not adding new risks.

Mets infielder feeling healthy after injury-marred season: 'Night and day'

Despite being plunked three times in three games before Friday, J.D. Davis was still feeling much better than he did last season.

3-year-old girl shot outside Brooklyn day care

The child was leaving the two-story building that houses Creative Minds Family Day Care with her father, according to cops and daycare workers.

Harvard cancels a black academic who debunked woke orthodoxy

Harvard University economics professor Roland G. Fryer was unfairly accused of sexual harassment by his own institution – all for proving that systemic racism doesn’t exist.

Lift the vax mandate for everyone, Mayor Adams

Mayor Eric Adams should lift all vaccine mandates and look at rehiring the public workers let go for refusing to show they were jabbed.

Lizzo gets real with 'Big Grrrls' competition series on Prime Video

When she posed naked in all her plus-sized glory on the cover of 2019’s “Cuz I Love You” — her Grammy-winning major-label debut album — Lizzo proved that she was...

Arkansas legendary coach knows Razorbacks can replicate 1994 magic against Duke

Nolan Richardson maintained he likes Arkansas’ odds against Duke this year, just as he liked those odds in 1994 in Charlotte, N.C.

Kidd Creole 'didn't intend to harm' homeless man he fatally stabbed: attorney

Rapper Kidd Creole feared for his life when he fatally stabbed a homeless man in Midtown in 2017, his attorney claimed Friday as the hip-hoper's murder trial got underway.

Zab Judah reminisces iconic fight as Kostya Tszyu’s son makes US debut

Zab Judah remembers the night fondly and the fight – and punch – still carry weight all these years later, connecting two storied boxers together.

Smooth sale: Carlos Santana sells Hawaii estate for $11.9M

This pad, though grand, is the smaller of his two estates in Hawaii.

Two radio stations still playing Christmas music — 3 months after holiday

This years marks the longest holiday music stretch to date as of Friday, and the second consecutive year that a radio station has extended their Christmas playlist into March.

Victim groups back Gov. Hochul's criminal-justice overhaul plan

Advocates for domestic violence victims backed Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed criminal justice plan.

Teen shot by fellow student near Queens high school

A teen was shot in the arm by one of his fellow students blocks from a Queens high school, causing it to lockdown, according to officials and sources.

Ex-St. John's lacrosse captain convicted of gruesomely stabbing roommate in the stomach

Matthew Stockfeder, 23, faces up to 25 years in prison at his sentencing after a jury found him guilty of assault and criminal possession of a weapon.

New '9-1-1' star Arielle Kebbel: 'I've been terrified of fire my whole life'

The newest firefighting cast member of "9-1-1" faced some very personal fears when she joined the hit Fox series about first responders. “I’ve been terrified of fire my entire life....

Miami rides wave of momentum into Sweet Sixteen

A 10- and 11-seed have only met three times in the Sweet Sixteen. A 10-seed has only reached the Final Four once, and the Elite 8 eight times in the...

Peacocks fans take over Jersey City, party in streets after historic win

Follow the Post’s live coverage of Saint Peter’s Sweet 16 matchup against Purdue with updates from the game and highlights from March Madness in Jersey City.

DeSantis signs bill to make school curriculums more transparent for parents

The Republican governor asserted that sexually graphic books have found their way into school libraries across the country.

Inside Goop's alleged 'toxic' culture in wake of ex-ceo's mysterious departure

Loehnen says the company's cleanse culture "distorted" and "punished" her body. Others allege she's the toxic one. 

Donald Glover hires 'amazingly talented' Malia Obama to write for his new show

"She’s really focused, and she’s working really hard," Glover cooed of Malia, who only graduated from Harvard last year.

DHS asks Pentagon for help at border ahead of another expected migrant surge

The Department of Homeland Security has requested help from the Pentagon for guarding the southern border as border crossings soar, a senior US general revealed Thursday. 

'Scary as hell' Gonzaga freshman likely at top of 2022 NBA draft

After an outstanding performance in this year's NCAA Tournament, Gonzaga center Chet Holmgren has the chance to go No. 1 in the 2022 NBA Draft.

Jordanian Princess sells waterfront Florida mansion for $45.4M

This palatial home may not be a castle, but it’s only ever been owned by royalty.

Disney enters Oscars weekend in chaos as 'Don't Say Gay' sparks internal battle

Hollywood is prepping for its biggest night of the year at the Oscars on Sunday, but chaos at Disney is already looming large over the event – with internal discord...

Tough Tar Heels can test the Bruins

North Carolina can score and rebound efficiently, which could prove to be a challenge for UCLA.  

Utah lawmakers ban transgender athletes in girls sports

Utah lawmakers voted Friday to override GOP Gov. Spencer Cox’s veto of legislation banning transgender youth athletes from playing on girls' teams.

Ukrainian President Zelensky in talks with Academy to make Oscars appearance

Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelensky has been in talks with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to make a video appearance during Sunday's broadcast of the Academy Awards, The...

Stunning, renovated 19th-century church for sale -- with one big catch

At least the housemates are quiet at this Chilcompton, England, home -- now listed for roughly $956,000 -- which has a graveyard in its back garden.

Adams blames violence 'crisis' for drop in traffic policing as deaths surge

Hizzoner was confronted with stats that show the NYPD is issuing traffic summonses currently at less than half the rate it did pre-pandemic.

'Ghost Adventures' claims creepy doll shop is ‘very haunted’

It's not just the dolls in this California antiques shop that are creepy, but also an apparition that seems to live rent-free in an apartment above it.

Here's how pros are betting Friday's March Madness games (and NHL)

With March Madness 2022, NBA and NHL all in action Friday, which games are attracting the most meaningful betting attention? The Action Network PRO Report designates five factors — sharp money, big money,...

ISIS-sympathizing teens allegedly plotted a 'spring break' mosque attack

A trio of ISIS-sympathizing teens plotted to shoot up and firebomb a Chicago-area Shia mosque during “spring break,” according to federal court documents that were unsealed Friday. 

Move over, Magnolia Bakery: NYC's Baonanas offers 33 spins on banana pudding

East Village's Baonanas is the new top banana for pudding.

Deutsche Bank execs fired after charging strip club visit to company

Deutsche Bank this week fired four New York employees -- including a number of top executives -- after a visit to a strip club was charged to the company, The...

Celeb chef David Ruggerio dishes on secret life as made man in the mob

Celebrity Chef David Ruggerio confessed to a secret double life as part of the Gambino crime family.

Rangers' lineup tweaks pay off in this one

There is a new top nine for the Rangers with 18 games to go. There is going to be trial and error until Gerard Gallant is able to settle.

Teen gifted new Chevy after tornado manhandles him and his truck

Viral video captured the 16-year-old's red truck being tossed around by the fast-moving twister Monday evening.

Bet on this March Madness matchup to be a rock fight

UCLA to cover against North Carolina is one of the two best bets for the remaining Sweet 16 games. 

Tiger Woods conspiracy theories appear ahead of Masters

When we last heard from Tiger Woods it didn't sound like he would be playing anytime soon, but he's listed in the field for the Masters.

Woman shocked to learn itchy eye was actually rare, malignant cancer

After itching her eye for two weeks, she saw a doctor who diagnosed her with ocular melanoma — on the inside of her eyelid.

CBS News top editor slams boss at goodbye party

CBS News London bureau chief Andy Clarke had some choice words for his boss Neeraj Khemlani at his going-away party Wednesday in London. According to a source who attended the...

South Carolina mom has both arms amputated after she's mauled by 3 pit bulls

Ailing victim Kyleen Waltman, 38, also lost part of her colon and may have to have a section of her esophagus now removed, too, her sister said.

83-year-old killed foot doctor for 'botching' wife's toe treatment

Robert Elmo Lee, 83, was found guilty of first-degree murder over the 2018 shooting death of Dr. Thomas Shock.

Pablo Schreiber on 'Halo' show: 'I feel a sense of responsibility'

Pablo Schreiber said that he’s aware that his new show “Halo” will be compared to “The Mandalorian” -- since both shows follow a guy in a helmet acting as a...

For sail: Historic Brooklyn Captain's House hits the market for $10M

A historic Brooklyn townhouse by the waterfront has hit the market for $9.99 million. The Brooklyn Heights home, known as the Captain's House, is at 13 Cranberry St., steps from the...

Ukrainian troops take back parts of Kherson from Russian forces: US

Ukrainian forces have retaken control of parts of the strategically crucial city of Kherson, the Pentagon said Friday -- as the Kremlin indicated it may begin to scale back its...

Blind high school basketball player sinks basket in viral video

The video of 17-year-old blind basketball player Jules Hoogland scoring a basket for Zeeland East High School in Michigan has gone viral.

'Futuristic' Oscars stage blasted on Twitter: 'It's making me dizzy'

The "futuristic" Oscars stage, designed by Creative Director David Korins, is getting a bad rap on social media for its "Star Trek" look.

JuJu Smith-Schuster rocks new Chiefs jersey in TikTok

In a TikTok, JuJu Smith-Schuster is seen dancing outdoors while rocking his new Kansas City jersey.

Newsmax anchor Greg Kelly snags $5.2M co-op on Upper East Side

TV personality Greg Kelly, the Newsmax anchor, and his wife Judith Grey, an advertising creative director, recently bought an Upper East Side home for $5.26 million, according to property records.

Amy Schumer admits 'secret' struggle with hair-pulling disorder

"I'm proud that my big secret only hurts me, but it's been what I've carried so much shame about for so long," she said of having trichotillomania.

Bet on Big East team giving Kansas all it can handle

Providence continues to get “lucky,” running its way to the Sweet 16 despite recording a ShotQuality loss in both tournament games so far. But Kansas will be a different kind...

Grimes claims responsibility for infamous blog hack

Canadian pop star Grimes says she was behind a 2012 hack and a "blackmail' of the popular culture blog Hipster Runoff after it ran a photo of her kissing an...

Providence has the tools to take down Kansas

Providence is a big underdog, and should be able to at least keep it close against the Kansas Jayhawks.

Trevor Noah sells Bel-Air house for a $1M loss amid Kanye controversy

The sale comes at a bad time for "The Daily Show" host amid beef with Kanye West.

Staten Island Amazon workers begin voting in historic union election

As the second-largest US private employer, Amazon has long been a focus for labor advocates who hope that a single union victory will spark organizing efforts across the country.

Apple yet to comply with dating-apps payment: watchdog

Apple has yet to fully comply with an order to open its App Store to rival forms of payment for dating apps in the Netherlands and faces another fine next...

EU, US data storage deal worries privacy activists

The European Union and the US announced a preliminary data transfer deal on Friday, seeking to end the limbo in which thousands of companies found themselves after Europe's top court...

One star stuck in quarterback carousel with possible twist coming

The possibility that Jimmy Garoppolo will remain with the 49ers for another season seems more likely as the quarterback market continues to thin by the day.

Penguins a solid bet against Rangers with struggling goalie

The Penguins are the favorites in their Friday night tilt with the Rangers, and there's plenty of reason to believe they're worth a bet.

Former Heisman Trophy winner has 'come to terms' with disastrous NFL career

Manziel, a former first-round pick, recently said how he's "come to terms" about his past pro days as he moves forward with his future.

Dems want Justice Thomas to recuse himself from cases over wife's alleged texts

The texts allegedly from Virginia “Ginni” Thomas, a former Trump aide were sent to then-White House chief of staff Mark Meadows.

Woman claims botched fillers left her with 'Monsters, Inc.' lips

The Pennsylvania woman's filler caused her lips to balloon up to "eight times" their normal size, she claimed.

'Pineapple Street' author Jenny Jackson buys $4.2M slice of Brooklyn

Knopf executive editor Jenny Jackson's debut novel, "Pineapple Street," is about how three sisters handle the trappings of inherited wealth.

Mysterious message carved by ancient ‘lost people of Scotland’ found

Archaeologists have been left scratching their heads as to what the symbols actually mean.

Thousands of Ukrainians, Russians head to US-Mexico border to claim asylum: report

The Wall Street Journal reported that more than 30,000 Russians arrived in the country in the first two months of this year, while more than 10,000 Ukrainians visited Mexico over...

Injured Knicks stars moving closer to return with season in shambles

Even with just eight games to go after Miami, they aren't shutting it down.

The feel-good Saint Peter's story looks poised to end

Saint Peter's has been the Cinderella story of this year's March Madness tournament, but the smart bet is on Purdue.

Pain in the butt: Google ditches heated bidet toilets for employees

Google employees in the Bay Area are unhappy over the company's plans to remove heated bidet toilets from the office premises.

The six warning signs something is very wrong with your iPhone

Every time you discharge and charge your iPhone, you wear down its maximum battery capacity.

Bob Saget tribute on Netflix will include emotional footage of memorial

Friend and fellow comic Mike Binder said in a new interview that he'd pitched the idea to use footage of the star-studded January memorial to Netflix: "It was a magical...

Accused NYC shover Lauren Pazienza may have opened her parents up to charges, expert says

Lauren Pazienza may have opened her parents up to charges if cops can prove they knowingly hid and helped their daughter after the random attack, a legal expert told The...

Media works overtime to clean up Joe Biden's word salads

The media has been working overtime to make sense of President Joe Biden's word salad responses.

I caught my dad having sex with my BFF in secret on vacation

The backstabbing bestie brazenly bragged about the X-rated romp on social media. “I used to be a ‘daddy’s girl’ but as I got older and smarter, we grew apart because...

Russian colonel dies after being run over by own troops: officials

Russian "Colonel Medvechek of the 37th Motor Rifle Brigade" was killed after reportedly being run over by his soldiers.

Announcers suspended for calling Olympic gold medalist 'that bitch from Canada'

British figure skating announcer Simon Reed and broadcasting partner Nicky Slater were suspended by the International Skating Union after a hot mic picked up an 'abusive' remark.

Why wealthy Palm Beachers are embracing long-term-stay hotels

This winter, Upper East Side art advisor Terri Kahan decided it was finally time to trade in her black turtlenecks for poolside caftans.

Over 85,000 bike helmets sold at Walmart recalled

Tens of thousands of bike helmets sold exclusively at Walmart are being recalled due to a head injury risk, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. 

Sanctioned Russian oligarch whines he can't pay bills, afford driver or cleaner

A down-on-his-luck Russian oligarch worth billions of dollars claims he’s unable to cover his bills due to sanctions – complaining that he’s not sure if he can pay assistants or...

Watch: Kim Jong Un stars in wacky hype video for North Korea missile launch

Kim Jong Un channeled "Top Gun" in a Hollywood-style video for North Korea's missile launch.

Monkey on your back? These dogs don't mind

This lil' guy is riding in style. An orphaned monkey named Chico loves to climb atop dogs — and even one chicken — as they run around this large property...

Seahawks star was 'in shock' that team traded Russell Wilson

DK Metcalf never thought Russell Wilson would leave the Seattle Seahawks.

Deshaun Watson grilled on sexual assault allegations in first Browns press conference

Watson faced questions about the 22 sexual misconduct allegations against him.

Adams admits ex-council speaker lobbied him on Kyrie-Nets vaccine loophole

Eric Adams admitted he was lobbied by Corey Johnson on behalf of the Nets before he granted exemptions from the city's COVID vaccine mandate to local athletes -- including star...

Vlad-demort: Putin says Russia is being canceled 'like JK Rowling' in televised tirade

Russian President Vladimir Putin said his country is the victim of "cancel culture" and compared Russia's plight to J.K. Rowling.

Purrfect ending: Kitten found in Turkish trash living the good life in Boston

A kitten found in a trash can in Turkey is now living it up in Boston — thanks to a “cat-obsessed” mom and daughter team.

Naked models call for peace in body paint of Ukraine and Russia flag

They thought their moneymakers would be peacemakers in war. Two adult models made a bold statement against Russia's invasion of Ukraine with their protest in body paint.

Dolphins ‘use wingmen to find partners’ with the most popular getting the most sex

Dolphins use wingmen to find partners researchers have found.

US 'Doomsday' plane sent along with Biden's fleet to Europe: report

The ultra-tricked-out Boeing 747, aka "Nightwatch" jet, was spotted landing Thursday at the Royal Air Force base of Mildenhall in Suffolk, England, the Times of London reported.

EU set to crack down on Big Tech with new antitrust regulations

European Union officials have agreed on the language of new legislation aimed at reining in powerful American tech giants like Facebook and Google.

Raiders among best bets to win AFC West

The AFC West has been the center of the NFL offseason, and there's value to be found in the odds to win the division. 

Now you can hear what your voice would sound like on Mars

NASA has created an online tool that simulates how you'd sound on the red planet. That's right: You can drop your own Mars bars in a round of interstellar karaoke.

Biden overruled on Ukraine visit: 'They will not let me'

"They will not let me, understandably, I guess, cross the border and take a look at what's going on in Ukraine," the commander in chief said.

Teen shot in broad daylight on grounds of Bronx housing project: cops

The 18-year-old victim was blasted twice just after 11 a.m. at a building within NYCHA’s Mott Haven Houses.

NASA reveals close up of moon sample finally opened after 50 years

The dusty sample was collected in December 1972.

Fatal NYC shoving suspect Lauren Pazienza makes bail, lawyer says

The Long Island socialite who allegedly shoved an elderly Manhattan voice coach to her death in Chelsea earlier this month will be bailed out of Rikers Island on Friday, her...

Grueling faces of determination during the Figure Skating World Championships

The faces say it all as these competitors hit the ice for the Figure Skating World Championships in Montpellier, France.

Tesla recalls more than 900 cars over rearview camera glitch

Tesla told the NHTSA the recall covers some 2018-2019 Model S, Model X, and 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles equipped with Autopilot Computer 2.5 and operating certain firmware releases.

Russians stocking up on anti-depressants, sleeping pills: report

Panicked Russians are reportedly stocking up on important medications -- including anti-depressants, sleeping pills and birth control -- over concerns of shortages.

NBA star sends love to model girlfriend after she addresses height

Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns sent love to girlfriend Jordyn Woods after she addressed social media buzz about her height.

Giants signing former 49er to give jolt to return game

The Giants’ new return specialist is making his return.  Richie James, who missed all of last season after undergoing knee surgery, agreed to terms on a free-agent contract with the...

Pelosi, McCarthy demand for pol to step down following conviction

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy called on Rep. Jeff Fortenberry to resign on Friday, one day after the Nebraska Republican was found guilty on multiple charges of lying to the...

Biden tells US troops they’ll be in Ukraine in war gaffe: 'When you're there'

President Biden told US troops in Poland that they will witness the bravery of Ukrainian citizens fighting off Russia's invasion "when you're there" — an apparent gaffe.

WWE Hall of Famer reveals he will 'never wrestle again' after near-fatal scare

Two-time WWE Hall of Famer Triple H said on "Stephen A.'s World" that he will never wrestle again after suffering a heart scare last September.

The new 2022 Samsung 'The Frame' TV is now available for pre-order

It's hard to believe, but it's even better than the ones that came before. 

Meet Saint Peter's coach Shaheen Holloway's wife Kim

When Saint Peter's faces Purdue on Friday in Philadelphia, it's likely Holloway's biggest cheerleader will be close by supporting him and his team.

Russia proposes bitcoin payment for oil shipments to 'friendly' countries

Russia could allow “friendly” nations to pay bitcoin in exchange for oil and gas shipments.

Blind basketball player scores in front of full crowd

Jules Hoogland, a blind basketball player from Zeeland, Michigan, went viral after scoring a basket in front of a full crowd. The 11th grader's impressive shot brought a packed house...

Star QB's wife gets personal on podcast to reveal her life is far from ‘perfect’

Kelly Stafford, the wife of Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, opens up about the origins and message of her podcast, "The Morning After with Kelly Stafford."

Joe Manchin to back Ketanji Brown Jackson for SCOTUS, all but ensuring confirmation

Moderate Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin announced Friday that he intended to vote to confirm Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court.

This top-rated 5-pack of Amazon men's athletic T-shirts is on sale now

Every man needs a new set of tee shirts for spring. 

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas discharged from hospital

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has been released from a Washington hospital after a stay of nearly a week due to an infection, the high court announced.

Millions-strong plague of zombie crabs migrate in ‘unprecedented’ swarms after population boom

The crabs' numbers are believed to have increased due to the pandemic.

Tom Brady trade rumors aren't going away

Tom Brady ended his 40-day retirement this month to rejoin the Buccaneers — but that still hasn't stopped rumors from floating around that the quarterback will jump ship and swim...

OnlyFans star discovers father is subscriber: 'Hottest Daddy user was my dad'

An OnlyFans model named London claims she discovered that her father subscribed to her sexy channel, and had been watching her content "every month" under the user name "The Hott3st...

Mets analytics guru on the 2022 roster upgrades and his Oscars side hustle

The Mets' new assistant GM has a good feeling about the Mets this season, and about his popular Academy Awards predictions.

Family, cops search for answers over missing Florida mom: 'Feels like a nightmare'

Teneisha Griffith, 27, was last seen in Tampa, Florida driving a 2008 Nissan Altima, police said in a statement Wednesday.

Woman, 35, found dead in East River near NYC heliport: cops

A woman was found dead in the East River near the Lower Manhattan heliport.

Jack Harrison, Jesse Marsch leaving behind New York rivalry at Leeds United

Once on opposite sides of New York’s MLS rivalry, Marsch and Harrison have converged once again at Leeds after the former Red Bulls coach was hired last month.

Meet Tyreek Hill's rumored new girlfriend

Tyreek Hill is living his best life in Miami after signing a four-year, $120 million deal with the Dolphins Wednesday.

Girlfriend of missing N.H. girl's father found dead: reports

Kelsey Small, 27 -- who did not face charges in Harmony Montgomery's case -- reportedly died in Manchester, New Hampshire on March 13.

'Extremely rare' double lung transplant saves cancer patient: 'I can't stop smiling'

"My life went from zero to 100," the terminal Chicago patient declared.

Man rescued after trying to row dinghy 1,240 miles to see his wife

The man told officials he was trying to reach his wife, who works in Mumbai, India.

'It's in his DNA': Connecticut Army veteran goes to Ukraine, helps take out Russian tanks

James Vasquez, 47, publicly declared his plan to leave his family and business in Norwalk on Feb. 24 -- the day that Russia invaded.

Oscars protests brewing just days before 2022 ceremony

The 2022 Academy Awards will be broadcast Sunday, March 27, at 8 p.m., live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Mom gives rogue stand-up set in movie theater after projector breaks down

A mom and standup comedian has gone viral for doing an impromptu set inside a Los Angeles movie theater when the projector broke down -- after her daughter dared her...

Ex-con hid gun in teddy bear after shooting at off-duty NYPD cop: prosecutors

Jamar Baker opened fire at an off-duty cop and later stashed the gun inside a teddy bear in a child’s crib, prosecutors say.

Veteran golfer hits one of 'top three shots I've seen in my life'

It's the golf version of threading the needle, and Keegan Bradley couldn't have done it better. At the WGC Match Play event in Austin on Thursday, Bradley was 1 down...

Whiplash: Mugger slaps woman, grabs phone in latest NYC subway attack

The 26-year-old victim was taking an escalator at the Bowling Green station when a man suddenly slapped her multiple times, cops said late Thursday.

Two teens allegedly abducted infant, told mom they were trafficking victims

The teens, ages 14 and 16, are suspected of abducting Anthony L. Crudup Jr. from his Milwaukee home early Wednesday.

New leash on life: Abandoned 'gay as hell' dog finds home with gay couple

The dog was dropped off at the Stanly County Animal Protective Services, a shelter in Albemarle, after his owners saw him mounting another male dog.

Need gas cash? Jack Dorsey and Fat Joe shell out $100K to help Americans pay for fuel

Fat Joe teamed up with the Cash App, which is owned by Jack Dorsey's Block Inc, to hand out $100,000 to users of the app who need help filling up...

Matt Harvey 'drawing interest' with baseball career in trouble

Where will free agent pitcher Matt Harvey land?

China Eastern Airlines grounds Boeing 737-800 planes after crash

China Eastern Airlines has grounded their fleet of Boeing 737-800 aircraft after the same plane model plummeted from the sky with 132 passengers on board.

Bed Bath & Beyond settles with activist investor Ryan Cohen

The struggling home goods retailer agreed to add three directors in a settlement with Ryan Cohen, the GameStop chairman and "meme stock" icon who recently took a 9.8% stake in...

I laced my sister's wedding cake with marijuana and guests got high as kites

This marriage started off on a high note.

The best home safes on Amazon to keep your belongings secure

Feel secure with a safe of your own at home. 

Teen dies after falling from Florida amusement park ride

A 14-year-old boy has died after riding the "Orlando Free-Fall" ride at ICON park. The investigation is still ongoing.

Yankees enigma reveals the changes he made to finally — maybe — play a full season

He appears noticeably thinner this spring. But it wasn’t as simple as losing weight, Hicks said.

Wife's bikini photos show off Patrick Mahomes' 'Instagram husband' skills

Patrick Mahomes is adding a new title to his already prolific resume: Instagram husband.

Halle Berry: My historic 2002 Oscar win 'didn't open the door' for black actresses

Halle Berry won Best Actress for her role in the drama "Monster's Ball" 20 years ago.

Two-thirds of Americans say Hunter Biden laptop 'important' story: poll

Of 1,000 US voters polled by Rasmussen Reports, 66% believe the laptop story is important and 48% percent say it is "very important," according to the survey published Thursday.

Gonzaga star doomed by horrible foul calls in March Madness upset

The potential No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft will always remember his final college game for the two horrendous foul calls that forced him out early.

'The Batman' deleted scene shows Barry Keoghan's Joker facing off with Robert Pattinson

Fan theories that Barry Keoghan was playing the Joker in "The Batman" are finally confirmed in this deleted scene.

WGC-Dell Match Play best bets for Friday

Chaos reigned supreme at the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play on Thursday as multiple favorites went down. Xander Schauffele fell to Lucas Herbert, Seamus Power knocked off Patrick Cantlay and Lee...

Snake Island sailors who told Russian ship 'go f--k yourself' freed in prisoner swap

In exchange, Ukraine freed 11 Russian civilian sailors they had rescued from a sunken ship near Odessa. It wasn't immediately clear when the Russian sailors were captured.

Around 300 Ukrainians were killed in bombing of Mariupol theater marked 'children': council

While 130 survivors were reported to have escaped, many were feared trapped in a bomb shelter under the rubble, with rescue efforts thwarted by ongoing shellings, the council had said.

15 best regencycore picks in honor of 'Bridgerton' season 2

Even Lady Whistledown herself is obsessed with these beautiful selects. 

Golf bettors will want to steer clear of this wager

There’s never a better time to revisit why you shouldn’t be betting three-way matchups in golf than the WGC-Dell Match Play, which is ... entirely matchups.

Mission impossible? Biden arrives in Poland after vowing to wean Europe off Russian gas

President Biden was set to arrive in Poland Friday after announcing a plan in Brussels to reduce Europe’s reliance on Russian energy.

US to sell energy to Europe in bid to cut reliance on Russian gas

The United States will sell natural gas to the European Union as part of an overall plan to cut the continent's dependence on Russian energy in the wake of Moscow's...

Daily Horoscope - March 25, 2022

Your horoscope reading for March 25, 2022

'Pure trouble': Former classmates say socialite accused in fatal shoving of NYC voice coach has 'no empathy'

Lauren Pazienza has been charged with manslaughter and assault charges in the March 10 death of Barbara Maier Guster.

Saint Peter's making this Sweet 16 run has brought one assistant coach's family together when they needed it most

Saint Peter’s assistant coach Ryan Whalen will look to the stands and find his wife, children and father – who was recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.

Vlad education: This 88-year-old ex-teacher may be the world's only hope of ending Ukraine war

Why an 88-year-old ex-teacher could be the one person to convince Russia's brutal leader to end the war.

Babe in the woods: Why forest beauty is trending

In a charming video on the True Botanicals Web site highlighting the brand’s addictive new Nature Bathing Forest Bath Soak, founder Hillary Peterson welcomes viewers into the private garden and...

1-day-old baby lamb is already talking 'baack'

"Someone came out ready to party!" A talkative newborn lamb at New Jersey's Misty Meadows Farm went viral on TikTok, racking up 2.8 million views in just one day. For...

The losers of the MLB offseason aren't who you were thinking

The three clubs whose offseason transactions made the least sense.

Happy 75th Birthday, Elton John

To celebrate Elton John's 75th birthday, here are ten incredible moments from his life.

Oklahoma Democrat ends campaign after insulting girls while drunk at sleepover

Abby Broyles, a candidate for Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District, went to a friend's house on Feb. 11 and became increasingly aggressive as she continued to drink through the night.

Winterlike chill to close out March in the eastern US

Weather folklore describes March as "in like a lion, out like a lamb," but the latter won't hold true this year in the eastern U.S. as a blast of arctic...

Celebrities in March Madness spirit for NCAA Tournament

Celebrities show their March Madness spirit during the 2022 NCAA Tournament.

Teen dies after falling from Florida amusement park ride

Multiple people who witnessed the terrifying scene alerted deputies when the boy fell off the tower attraction near International Drive.

Yankees young outfielder still struggling at the plate

Here are some notable nuggets that happened during Yankees’ spring training action on Thursday: Jonny on the spot With the Yankees looking to use Aroldis Chapman outside of the ninth...

Saint Peter's three keys to Sweet 16 victory over Purdue

As Saint Peter's takes on Purdue in a Sweet 16 East Region NCAA Tournament game on Friday night in Dayton, here are their three keys to victory.

5 days after jet crash, 2nd black box eludes China searchers

Five days after the crash of a passenger jet in mountainous southern China, the disaster’s cause remains a mystery while the search for the plane’s second “black box" continued Friday.

Mets starter couldn't find plate in ugly spring training outing

Here are some notable nuggets that happened during Mets’ spring training action on Thursday: Francisco fun Francisco Lindor homered in the first inning (as part of a back-to-back behind Mark...

Ukraine urges halt to Russia's assault as Biden heads to Poland

Western leaders denounced Moscow's invasion as barbaric and promised new military and humanitarian aid after Thursday's talks in Brussels.

Chiefs sign Tyreek Hill's replacement

The Kansas City Chiefs have agreed with wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling on a $30 million, three-year contract to help replace the departed Tyreek Hill, a person familiar with the contract...

Yankees' do-it-all utilityman looking to make roster

Can Marwin Gonzalez help the Yankees become more like their latest nemesis, the Rays? Aaron Boone hopes so.

Texas mom tried to give away infant to strangers: police

A 25-year-old mother was arrested Sunday after allegedly trying to give away her newborn baby to strangers she met on a Texas street, police said.

Saint Peter's ready for another chance to shock the world

The other stuff, fun as it has been the last few days, will go away around 7:09 Friday night, when the Saint Peter’s Peacocks will play the Purdue Boilermakers at...

The victims of the deadly Oklahoma car crash

A tribute to the victims of the deadly Oklahoma car crash that killed six teenagers in the small town of Tishomingo.

Duke star's big-time performance leaves Coach K gushing

Paolo Banchero, a 19-year-old freshman big man, willed Duke to its 78-73 victory over Texas Tech and a West Region matchup against Arkansas on Saturday in the Elite Eight.

Mets will have own version of a 'Super Sunday'

The Mets can just call it “Super Sunday.” Jacob deGrom will start an exhibition game against the Cardinals at Clover Park that day and Max Scherzer will follow in relief,...

Former Ranger leaves game on stretcher after terrifying collision

Vegas Golden Knights forward Brett Howden is in stable condition after he was stretchered off the ice against the Nashville Predators Thursday night.

43-year-old man shot dead inside Brooklyn apartment building

The victim was shot to the torso inside the building on Bay Parkway near West 12th Street in Bensonhurst at about 11:30 p.m., according to cops.

Eric Adams: NYC athletes back on 'level playing field'

“This is about putting New York City based-performers on a level playing field,” Eric Adams said.

One Met 'very thankful to the mayor' for vaccine exception

Unvaccinated Mets have been cleared to play at Citi Field this season, after Mayor Eric Adams announced Thursday an exemption for pro athletes and performers to get around the private-sector...

NJ boy, 12, OD'ed on fentanyl after being forced to clean uncle's drug lab: prosecutors

A 12-year-old boy died of a fentanyl overdose last month after his uncle allegedly forced him to clean his home drug lab in New Jersey without wearing any gloves, prosecutors...

Nets have potential playoff preview in Saturday showdown

The eighth-place Nets will face the Eastern Conference-leading Heat in a potential first-round playoff preview Saturday.

Sen. Manchin privately proposes revisions to Build Back Better bill

Manchin said at a private dinner he would support a bill narrowed down to address only climate change, prescription drug prices, deficit reduction, and updated tax code.

Another No. 1 seed falls in NCAA Tournament

The Cougars (32-5), an otherworldly fifth seed, punked these Wildcats (33-4), making them the third No. 1 seed to be ousted from the tournament.

Coach K's career isn't over yet

Mike Krzyzewski, old Army point guard, was saved by his young Duke point guard.

US positions itself for World Cup berth with gritty draw

The United States escaped a half-full Estadio Azteca with a gritty 0-0 draw against Mexico on Thursday night and moved into position to all but clinch a World Cup berth.

Man charged with smuggling 1,700 reptiles into US from Mexico

A California man accused of smuggling thousands of reptiles from Mexico into the US over the span of six years was charged in the case Thursday -- about a month...

Congressman convicted of lying to feds about illegal campaign donation

The Nebraska congressman was stoic as the judge delivered the verdict, but one of Fortenberry's daughters stood up and began sobbing uncontrollably, the Associated Press reported.