June 1, 2022

Challenger Beto O'Rourke slams Texas Gov. Abbott at school safety town hall

Beto O'Rourke slammed Texas Gov. Greg at a Dallas town hall over his empty promises on gun control after the Robb Elementary School shooting.

Yankees star still will play in outfield when he returns from injury

Yankees manager Aaron Boone hopes Giancarlo Stanton returns from his stint on the injured list for ankle inflammation by this weekend.

NFLer 'honored' to be at center of MLB fantasy football slap

This was a different kind of fantasy football headline for Jeff Wilson Jr.

South Carolina undercover sting busts 11 men creeping kids online

An undercover sting operation in South Carolina busted 11 men arrested and charged with contacting children through social media platforms and arranging to meet for sexual activity.

Rangers offense explodes in Game 1 win over Lightning

The Rangers stole the thunder in Game 1 against the Lightning.

California mountain lion wanders into high school classroom

The puma entered the grounds of Pescadero High School and ran around before a teacher managed to close a door, trapping it inside a classroom.

Marcus Camby's godson gets workout with Knicks

Tyson Etienne, who enjoyed his workout with the Knicks, is the godson of Marcus Camby, who had two stints with New York.

2 million new faces in 16 months: The Biden era’s foreign-born boom

America has lost control of its borders, but also because they raise profound questions about how many people the country can successfully integrate.

Francisco Lindor joins Mets legend by extending this streak

Francisco Lindor is now in select Mets company — along with some guy who used to catch and wore No. 31.

Where are the men of courage? They're gone thanks to 'toxic masculinity'

Social justice warriors criticizing Uvalde officers for not risking their lives to take down the killer are missing the point of what society has done to discourage men of valor.

How Michael Carter reacted to Jets drafting another young RB

It would have made sense to expect Jets running back Michael Carter to be upset when the team drafted Breece Hall in the second round of the draft in April....

Former Corinthian students get federal student debt erased by Biden admin

“As of today, every student deceived, defrauded and driven into debt by Corinthian Colleges can rest assured that the Biden-Harris Administration has their back and will discharge their federal student...

Parents blast pols for undermining Adams' authority over NYC schools

A group of parents blasted state lawmakers Wednesday night for undermining Mayor Eric Adams' ability to oversee the New York City public school system.

Police investigating NYC subway stabbing as possible anti-gay hate crime

A man was stabbed on a Bronx subway Wednesday in what is being investigated as a possible anti-gay hate crime, police said. The attack, on the first day of Pride...

Albany's mayoral-control bill would sabotage schools — and city students

The state Legislature has chosen to gut mayoral control of New York City’s public-school system, modifying, for dubious reasons, what has been an effective system.

Red Sox to become first team to offer full-season streaming without cable; Yankees on deck: sources

The Boston Red Sox have gotten off to a slow start this season, but the Yankees' hated rival has pulled ahead of the Bombers in the lucrative streaming wars. Red...

How to watch Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee events

She may have turned 96 in April, but Her Majesty will celebrate another major milestone through the weekend.

Why Mets' pitcher 'almost cried' after gritty outing in front of dad

Carlos Carrasco didn’t necessarily turn in his best performance Wednesday afternoon, but he did have one of his most memorable ones.

No more excuses for this Jets duo in Year 2

No one should expect any more growing pains from Jets quarterback Zach Wilson and offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur.

How Buck Showalter has Mets entering litmus-test stretch on perfect note

The Mets don’t have to answer or apologize for their record.

US plans to sell drones that can be armed with Hellfire missiles to Ukraine

The president announced Tuesday that the US will send advanced missile systems to Ukraine — reversing course from a day earlier when he said the US would not deliver the rockets...

Depp's fans celebrate his win in court over Heard after verdict

Johnny Depp's legion of fans celebrated outside the Fairfax County Courthouse — and online — Wednesday after the jury announced it substantiated all three of his defamation claims against Amber...

Why this NBA Finals run means more to Warriors star

The Warriors playing into June seems like another rite of spring. But when Klay Thompson plays in his sixth NBA Final, this one will feel different.

Veteran's fast goal gets Rangers off to quick start in Game 1

Chris Kreider wasted no time in the Eastern Conference Finals.

The craziest moments of the Depp and Heard defamation trial

Here are some of the weirdest, wildest and most disturbing moments of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's insane defamation trial.

Yankees-Angels rained out

The Yankees-Angels game at the Stadium Wednesday night was postponed due to inclement weather. It will be made up as a split-doubleheader on Thursday.

Jets' revamped secondary believes it 'can dominate'

The Jets’ defensive numbers were and it was no surprise general manager Joe Douglas revamped the secondary entering 2022.

Indiana teen allegedly told cops 'shadowy man' made him kill 6-year-old girl

Anthony Hutchens will be examined by a psychiatrist and psychologist to see if he’s fit to stand trial in the March 2021 murder of young Grace Ross.

'Catfish' blows minds by exposing real face: 'I’ll never date again’

A woman on TikTok left followers feeling tricked after revealing her pre-glam self without make-up. "This is why I have trust issues," one said.

Here's why Johnny Depp won his bombshell defamation trial against Amber Heard

Johnny Depp won his defamation case against ex-wife Amber Heard because the jury ultimately didn’t believe she was telling the truth, legal experts told The Post.

PGA Tour on notice as Saudi-backed league makes its big move

The Saudi golf invasion is real. Now what?

Ex-Cowboys star dead at 38

Marion Barber, a former running back for the Dallas Cowboys and Chicago Bears, was found dead in his apartment in Texas.

Jury delivers justice in Depp v. Heard — for the actor and America

The jury at Johnny Depp's defamation trial sent a clear message about what Amber Heard and the movement she supposedly stands for have inflicted on America.

#MeToo, #Freedomofspeech and more trend after Depp-Heard verdict

Internet users discussed the impacts of Johnny Depp's defamation trial win against ex-wife Amber Heard, with conservatives pointing out the tarnished #MeToo movement.

Meet the Devils fan looking to help Lightning end Rangers season

Ten years ago last week, Ross Colton was at a Sweet 16 birthday party, glued to his phone — following the results of a Rangers-Devils playoff game.

NFL star quarterback launches 'coin toss' insult at Josh Allen

Patrick Mahomes launched an early "coin toss" insult to Josh Allen before The Match golf outing.

Robinson Cano could soon be out of a job again

A month after the Mets jettisoned Robinson Cano it appears the 39-year-old's time with the Padres and in his career may be running out, too.

Nets open up more enticing options by deferring 76ers draft pick

The 76ers will get to keep their first-round pick this year. And the Nets will keep rooting for Philadelphia to lose, deferring the pick into the 2023 draft.

Police officer adopts kitten rescued from car engine compartment in New York

"Officers found the kitten stuck in between the engine and the fire wall," the post said. "Officers utilized a car jack and were able to remove the kitten."

Hugh Jackman opens up about Broadway's 'The Music Man' and how he stays relaxed

Actor Hugh Jackman opens up about his experience starring in "The Music Man" on Broadway and how he avoids exhaustion when he's not performing.

'Bougie' air conditioners are the hottest summer status symbol

“I would rather scorch in my living room than have a big, clunky machine disrupt my design flow," one proud owner sniffed.

'Expert' idiocy on teaching kids to read is beyond comprehension

Elementary schools in New York City are turning back on the failing results of Lucy Calkins' “balanced literacy” approach that ignores traditional reading lessons.

Gas prices nationwide keep climbing to record highs; NY nears $5 per gallon

The average price for a gallon of gas hit a new record high this week, according to AAA.

Canada responds to British Columbia drug crisis by decriminalizing narcotics

The three-year experiment in British Columbia is set to begin Jan. 31 and will allow anyone 18 or older to possess up to 2.5 grams of drugs like opioids, coke,...

Four players to back at Memorial for first-round leader

Jon Rahm highlights the best bets to lead the Memorial Tournament after Round 1.

Albany sheriff who pursued groping charges against Cuomo drops state Senate bid

"I hoped to be a voice for moderate voters who had felt they needed a stronger voice in New York," Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple said in announcing his decision...

Four killed in shooting at Oklahoma medical building

Police responded to the incident at the Natalie Medical Building in Tulsa at around 5 p.m., according to Fox 23 News.

Josh Donaldson: Aaron Judge's criticism of 'Jackie' incident was 'tough to hear'

Josh Donaldson said Aaron Judge’s criticism of him in the aftermath of Donaldson’s admission that he called White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson “Jackie” was difficult to take.

Tennessee gang members facing murder charges after shooting teen at funeral

Five Tennessee gang members are facing charges connected to the shooting death of a 16-year-old at a funeral. 

10-year-old cousins killed in Uvalde lay side-by-side at joint wake

The cousins both tried to get out of going to school the day of the massacre, their relatives shared.

Dr. Fauci says he'll be gone by 2024, regardless of who is in White House

Dr. Anthony Fauci said he will likely step down from his leadership positions by 2024 — regardless of who's in the White House.

Hamptons landlords are dramatically cutting summer rental prices

Plush pandemic vacation home prices are no more, landlords are quickly learning.

NYC population plunged while rental rates spiked: Census

It would seem that NYC's population is growing, especially as fewer than 10,000 rental units are listed in three boroughs alone, but looks can be deceiving.

Biden admits gas and food prices aren't coming down anytime soon

​President Biden acknowledged that Americans would be feeling the pain from skyrocketing food and gas prices for some time to come Wednesday as consumer costs at the pump hit another...

Rep. Cuellar accuses Texas Democrat official of hacking into voter database

Cuellar sent a letter to the co-executive directors of the Democratic Party to say he has "grave concerns" about political director Ryan Garcia.

This poison-pill mayoral control bill demands a veto

Mayor Eric Adams’ so-called “friends” in Albany are doing him, and the city's schoolchildren, dirty with the Legislature’s proposal to grant him only a two-year renewal of mayoral control of...

Arson fire in Brooklyn may have been antisemitic crime, NYPD says

A Brooklyn fire was intentionally set and is being investigated as a hate crime — after red swastikas were found spray-painted on a wall, officials said Wednesday.

NYC's rat problem is out of control — and it's not doing enough to stop it

The rats are scampering everywhere in NYC nowadays — and we're not talking about FBI informants.

Photos: Courtroom scenes, aftermath as verdict reached in Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation trial

Scenes from the courtroom and Johnny Depp supporters after a verdict was reached in his defamation case against Amber Heard.

Boat captain cut tow line in Florida parasailing accident that killed young mom

A Florida boat captain's decision to cut a parasail tow line may have contributed to a horrific Memorial Day accident that claimed the life of a young mom, an expert...

Hochul and legislature get something done on guns

Limiting gun rights can't do much to prevent tragedies unless the authorities also focus on the people who commit them, and don't care how many laws they break. 

Hochul's electric-bill posturing and other commentary

Gov. Hochul may support “the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act’s goals, but she clearly doesn’t want anyone to link her to its costs,” snarks the Empire Center’s James E....

Giants' sack leader looks like 'Incredible Hulk' after offseason work

“If I looked like that I don’t know if I’d ever wear a shirt,’’ outside linebackers coach Drew Wilkins said recently.

How Heidi Klum harnessed her zodiac sign's power to become a supermodel

Heidi Klum is a master of communication. Most of her planetary placements are in Gemini—the zodiac sign known for its proficiency in social connection—and Libra—one of the sweetest and most...

The defamatory essay that may cost Amber Heard $10M after Depp verdict

Amber Heard defamed Johnny Depp in her 2018 Washington Post op-ed, a Virginia jury determined Wednesday afternoon. This is what's in it.

Letters to the Editor — June 2, 2022

Post readers sound off on Adam Coleman's column highlighting the role absentee fathers play in crime in the aftermath of the Texas shooting.

Milley says using military to end Russian blockade would be ‘high risk’

Amid calls to break Russia’s blockade of Ukraine’s Black Sea ports for grain exports, Gen. Mark Milley said that to do so militarily would be a “high risk military operation.”

'Kenobi' show's little Leia bonds with rescued chimp that shares her birthday

"We both like playing games, collecting stuffed animals, doing somersaults and eating bananas," Vivien Lyra Blair said in a minute-long video.

Stars sound off on Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard trial verdict

Celebrities took to social media to share their opinions after Johnny Depp won all three counts of defamation against ex-wife Amber Heard.

Voters, not NRA money, drive the resistance to gun control

In spite of what the liberal media says, you won’t find the National Rifle Association from the “gun lobby” among the top contributors to Republican leaders.

Emotional Ukraine one win from World Cup

Ukraine’s emotion-filled quest to qualify for the World Cup amid an ongoing war moved a step closer with a 3-1 win over Scotland in a pulsating playoff semifinal on Wednesday.

Johnny Depp spotted in UK pub on verdict day of trial

The actor won all three counts of his defamation lawsuit against Amber Heard on Wednesday after the jury substantiated the claim that his ex-wife sullied his reputation.

GOP lawmakers head to border, urge Biden to crack down on smuggling

Republican House members accused President Biden Wednesday of not doing enough to prevent drug and human smuggling across the US-Mexico border as the wave of migration continues to grow.

Los Angeles gas station charges $8 per gallon as prices skyrocket

A Los Angeles gas station was charging more than $8 a gallon Wednesday as fuel prices soar to record highs across the country ahead of the start of summer. The...

Left-of-Central Park: Nadler gets WFP endorsement nod over ex-ally Maloney

The ultra liberal Working Families Party has endorsed Rep. Jerrold Nadler over Rep. Carolyn Maloney on Wednesday.

Ukraine flees strategic Donbas region after suffering big losses against Russians

Ukraine began evacuating its soldiers on Wednesday from the embattled city of Severodonetsk, the strategic eastern city that Russia has been battling to take over in a bid to control...

MTA selectively edited footage of 'latte-sipping' fare beater

The MTA's communications team manipulated footage of a woman climbing under a subway turnstile to claim she'd evaded her fare -- selectively excluding at least one prior attempt to swipe...

Marine Corps sparks outrage with rainbow bullets to mark Pride month

The Marine Corps marked the start of Pride month with an image of a combat helmet adorned with rainbow-colored bullets on Wednesday -- sparking outrage over the mixing of warfare...

Hey, New York! Florida sucks — you'll be back in five years

Wildly-priced insurance that could immediately wipe out any tax benefits, a summer that's “like living inside a wet sock" and six months under hurricane watch — all this, and alligators...

Janet Yellen's utterly shameless excuses as raging inflation slams America

“I was wrong [a year ago] about the path that inflation would take," she told CNN on Tuesday. Then she shared a list of excuses...

Johnny Depp just destroyed his reputation to win a verdict — but man, was it a show

Name me a wilder, more original, compelling, can’t-look-away tragicomic serial viewing experience than Johnny Depp's defamation lawsuit against Amber Heard.

UFC broadcaster responds to critics' 'scandalous' claims

Laura Sanko is lashing out at critics who say she only has her job at UFC because of her looks.

Mike Trout on fantasy football controversy: 'Every commissioner I know always gets booed'

Tommy Pham was suspended three games for slapping Joc Pederson over fantasy football dispute before bringing commissioner Mike Trout into it.

Our two best matchup bets for the Memorial

The best matchup bets for this weekend's Memorial Tournament.

Breaking down the damages awarded in the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard trial

A jury on Wednesday ruled that Amber Heard defamed Johnny Depp in all three of the actor's claims. They awarded him $10 million in damages and $5 million in punitive...

My Bumble match sent me the rudest message about my appearance

A TikToker named Sammi D posted a video to her feed chronicling a terrible experience she had with a guy she matched with on Bumble.

This Day in NY Sports: Johan Santana throws the first Mets no-hitter

June 1, 2012, Johan Santana threw the first no-hitter in Mets franchise history. Santana threw 134 pitches in the Mets 8-0 win over the defending champion, St. Louis Cardinals.

Iconic speakeasy Angel's Share reopening in new 'secret' spot

One of the city’s longtime hidden gems for craft cocktails and unparalleled ambiance has found a new, if temporary, hiding spot. Angel’s Share – the East Village speakeasy that had...

Mom recalls her conjoined twins’ risky separation surgery

Alyson Irwin recalls when her two precious twin daughters were born conjoined and how doctors at a children's hospital were able to separate them amid the pandemic.

LA City Council greenlights ban on homeless encampments 500 feet from schools, daycare centers

The proposal, spearheaded by Council President Nury Martinez, passed along a 13-2 vote as many council incumbents face competitive races with homelessness and public safety at the forefront.

Igor Shesterkin and Andrei Vasilevskiy are reason enough for placing this wager

Elite goaltending gives reason to take this bet. 

Putin's state TV propagandist says 'World War III has already begun'

Olga Skabeyeva, the steely-eyed host of "60 Minutes" on the state TV channel Russia-1, declared this week that the "special military operation" in Ukraine was over.

Mets complete perfect homestand as daunting schedule looms

And now the varsity portion of the schedule has arrived, the stretch that will likely determine if the Mets can moonwalk to the NL East crown or will have to...

NYC high schooler busted with loaded gun magazine in Brooklyn

A 20-year-old senior was going through a scanner as he entered Erasmus High School in Flatbush when the magazine with eight bullets was detected, according to police. 

10-year-old Uvalde victim dressed in tiara at open-casket wake

"She always helped me out a lot. She was a very good girl," the girl's emotional father, Juan Julian Bravo, told The Post outside the wake.

Adrenaline bursts could help us learn when we are surprised: MIT study

Adrenaline junkies may hold the key to excitement and award, according to new discoveries.

Ukrainian facing hate crime charges for stabbing man he thought 'looked Russian': Brooklyn DA

A Ukrainian man was arraigned Wednesday on hate crime charges for allegedly slashing a man in a Brooklyn bar brawl because he “looked Russian,” prosecutors said.

Inside plan to hunt ‘potentially dangerous’ asteroids with algorithm

The Asteroid Discovery Analysis and Mapping system, a new algorithm for scanning the distant corners of space, has spotted more than 100 previously unseen asteroids.

Verdict: Johnny Depp wins defamation case against Amber Heard

Johnny Depp has won in his defamation case against his ex-wife Amber Heard.

Morgan Freeman's zodiac sign solidified the legend as the voice of Hollywood

Morgan Freeman is a feisty Gemini Sun with an intellectual Aquarius Moon. Immensely passionate, he knows how to focus his energy in resourceful and practical ways.

The 18 best mini bags and totes to make a big statement in summer 2022

Life is short — buy the bag.

PGA Tour veteran killed in car crash

Bart Bryant, who won three times on the PGA Tour, including by six strokes over Tiger Woods at the 2005 Tour Championship, died in a car accident in Florida on...

Amber Heard: I'm 'humiliated' after losing verdict in Johnny Depp trial

"I'm heartbroken that the mountain of evidence still was not enough to stand up to the disproportionate power, influence and sway of my ex-husband," Heard's team told The Post in...

Sheryl Sandberg says she's quitting as Meta COO

Sandberg, who’s worth an estimated $1.6 billion according to Forbes, said in a surprise Facebook post that she will step down in the fall and remain a member of the...

The two MLB sides worth a bet today

Locking in two moneyline bets for the MLB today, and finally, a bet on the Phillies. 

Russia misses bond interest payment as potential default looms

Russia committed a “failure to pay” credit event when it missed a $1.9 million interest payment on one of its sovereign bonds in April, an international committee determined Wednesday --...

New BLM head has filed for personal bankruptcy three times

Cicley Gay was named chair of Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation in April 2022. Federal court records show she filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in 2005, 2013 and 2016.

Alligator suspected of killing Florida frisbee player is caught, euthanized

Florida wildlife trappers captured a large alligator in Taylor Lake in Largo and euthanized it. A necropsy will determine whether the reptile was involved in a man's death Tuesday.

Johnny Depp reacts to winning verdict in Amber Heard trial: 'I'm truly humbled'

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard have been caught up in a contentious defamation trial since earlier this year.

I’m 25 and my man is 70 – our relationship horrified my family but now we’re happily married

A couple with a 45-year age gap has revealed they don't care what others say, despite the man being as old as the wife's dad.

Home transformed into indoor golf course lists for $1M

"Missed opportunity to price this at 1 point 'Fore' million," one person commented under the famed Zillow Gone Wild Instagram account.

Red Sox vs. Reds prediction: Garrett Whitlock will be the difference

Reds and Red Sox at Fenway. Hunter Greene (2-6, 5.89) throws for Cincinnati.

Tennis legend's frustration with Rafael Nadal boils over: 'It's a joke'

Tennis legend John McEnroe was not happy with Rafael Nadal taking his time over serves in Tuesday's quarterfinals of the 2022 French Open.

Avenatti to face sentencing for stealing from Stormy Daniels

Disgraced attorney Michael Avenatti will be sentenced Thursday for stealing nearly $300,000 in book advance money from porn star Stormy Daniels.  Avenatti, who is already serving time on a separate...

Paulina Gretzky's pal recaps epic holiday trip

Gretzky's group ventured to the Bahamas for the holiday weekend, with Dustin Johnson and Bravo stars Paige DeSorbo and Craig Conover also getting in on the fun.

Phil Collins’ ex allegedly paid $30K to use ‘black magic’ on singer

Phil Collins' ex-wife Orianne Cevey allegedly paid $30,000 to a black magic expert in an alleged bid to gain control over the superstar, newly filed court papers reveal.

'Given my life back': Depp wins bombshell defamation case against Amber Heard

Johnny Depp won his defamation trial against Amber Heard after a Virginia jury substantiated the claim that his ex-wife sullied his reputation.

Jury indicts Buffalo supermarket massacre suspect on terrorism charge

Payton Gendron, who has been in custody since the May 14 shooting, is scheduled to be arraigned Thursday in Erie County Court.

Why Johnny Depp isn't in court to hear defamation trial verdict

The jury reached a unanimous verdict in favor of Johnny Depp in his defamation trial against Amber Heard.

Rangers leader thriving as he stares down his Stanley Cup past

Barclay Goodrow has become one of the guys who knocks.

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns an economic 'hurricane' is coming

JPMorgan Chase boss Jamie Dimon urged investors Wednesday to prepare themselves for turbulence in the market in the weeks ahead.

We'll have 'virtual' babies within 50 years, AI expert predicts

In the not-so-distant future, those looking to expand their families may opt to do so with the help of artificial intelligence — for a truly eco-friendly baby.

I went into the hospital with pneumonia and discovered all my organs are in the wrong place

Since birth, Olesya Kulikova has been in and out of the hospital with a myriad of health conditions.

'Star Wars' fans go wild over a familiar voice in 'Obi-Wan Kenobi'

"VADER IS BACK! THE Darth Vader!!! Absolute goosebumps!" tweeted one excited viewer.

Brick thrown at NYPD patrol car windshield on Staten Island

Someone threw a brick at a moving NYPD cruiser in the St. George section of Staten Island, breaking its front windshield. The suspect is in custody.

OpenSea ex-employee charged in first NFT insider trading case

US prosecutors in Manhattan on Wednesday charged a former product manager at OpenSea, the largest online marketplace for non-fungible tokens, with insider trading, the first such case involving digital assets.

As baby formula shortage worsens, Biden admits he was in dark for months after plant closure

As Americans across the US struggle to find infant formula, President Biden claimed Wednesday he was unaware of the problem until early April -- months after the closure of a Michigan...

Golf star lured into Saudi about-face with $125 million

Dustin Johnson's flip-flop came with a heavy price tag.

Jailed dad of Texas school shooting victim refused leave to attend funeral

Eli Torres confirmed to the Houston Chronicle that he was denied temporary leave to pay his final respects to his daughter Eliahna, 10, whom he was expecting to see this...

House panel wants Roger Goodell, Dan Snyder to testify at Commanders culture hearing

The House Committee on Oversight and Reform has asked NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder to appear amid the panel's investigation into the franchise.

Amber Heard's lawyer was 'too confident': source

Follow the New York Post’s latest coverage of Johnny Depp’s defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard as the jury’s verdict is announced Wednesday.

'Professional naysayers': Mayor Adams rips Albany on school control

Mayor Eric Adams fumed Wednesday about some state lawmakers he says are preventing him from improving the Big Apple’s public school system, labeling them “professional naysayers.”

Georgia sheriff's deputy, 81, raped woman in her home while on duty: police

A Georgia sheriff’s deputy has been arrested for raping a woman while on duty, authorities said Wednesday.

Doctors baffled by man with fish that jumped straight down his throat

A fisherman had to undergo emergency surgery after a fish jumped down his throat.

Tell-all: Hunter Biden's ex dishes on his affair with sister-in-law, hookers and drugs in new memoir

Hunter Biden began a scandalous affair with his late brother's widow after they spent time "grieving" together.

Take the home team in this MLB interleague clash

The Cincinnati Reds and Boston Red Sox meet in the second game of their series on Wednesday.

Where to buy Squishmallows online in 2023 (for the cutest gifts ever, obviously)

Collect them all without leaving home.

Abbott orders Texas lawmakers to examine school and firearm safety, mental health

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered his state's lawmakers to convene special legislative committees to examine school and firearm safety, mental health and police training in the wake of the...

2 dead, 4 hospitalized as Bronx Legionnaires' cases jump to 24

Two people have died and four are currently hospitalized from an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in the Highbridge section of the Bronx.

Dolph Lundgren: Amber Heard was 'great' and 'terrific' during 'Aquaman' films

"I had a great experience with her. She was very kind, nice to the crew, nice to everybody," Lundgren said of Heard.

Not blowing smoke: NY spells out marketing rules for legal cannabis sellers

New York's Cannabis Control Board approved new marketing and packaging rules Wednesday for soon-to-be sellers of legalized marijuana.

Aaron Rodgers trolls Patrick Mahomes about TikTok before 'The Match'

Jackson Mahomes was not off limits when trash talk commenced ahead of Capital One's "The Match" golf event in Las Vegas.

Russia loses its 49th colonel in Ukraine blast

Lt. Colonel Zaur Dimayev, deputy commander of the 4th battalion of Chechnya's Akhmat Kadyrov special forces regiment, was killed by an artillery blast in southern Ukraine Tuesday.

How Gerard Gallant's Vegas dream-season recipe has spurred Rangers' renaissance

The last and only time Rangers head coach Gerard Gallant coached in a conference final was when he was behind the bench of an expansion team in its inaugural season.

Convicted child rapist in the US illegally arrested in Massachusetts: ICE

A convicted child rapist from Brazil who entered the US illegally was caught hiding out in a Massachusetts sanctuary city, immigration officials said.

MLB broadcaster's rough night: Hit by foul ball, caught on hot mic

Bob Scanlan, field reporter for the San Diego Padres, had an eventful evening on Tuesday.

Cynthia Nixon says Miranda always had 'lesbianic qualities' on 'SATC'

Cynthia Nixon is claiming her "Sex and the City" character Miranda Hobbes was "always queer."

Can you spot the elephant in this optical illusion?

Do you see an elephant? TikTok star Hectic Nick shared this challenging optical illusion that has left the internet frustrated.

Apple leaker reveals ‘first look’ of top-secret iPhone 14 models

The iPhone 14 is expected to launch in September 2022 but the insider shared images on May 30, several months ahead of its debut.

Supreme Court's pause on Pa. ballots could impact Dr. Oz-McCormick Senate race

The Supreme Court's decision to temporarily block the counting of some mail-in votes in Pennsylvania could deal a critical blow to David McCormick's bid to tally "undated" ballots.

Driver wrecks $625,000 Ferrari by slamming into 3 parked cars

A security camera captured the moment that a $625,000 Ferrari SF90 supercar slammed into a row of parked cars in the UK last week.

Elon Musk should build his own Twitter bot army to test site's systems, ex-engineer says

A former Twitter engineer has a novel idea for Elon Musk to test how many fake users are on the site: secretly create his own army of bots. 

Verdict reached in Johnny Depp, Amber Heard defamation trial

A verdict has been reached in Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's bombshell defamation trial.

Royal fans pitch tents outside Buckingham Palace ahead of the Queen's Jubilee celebrations

Britain will celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's 70 years on the throne with four days of festivities beginning with her ceremonial birthday parade on June 2, 2022.

Father of tennis star in dress controversy has his own viral French Open moment

When cameras panned toward him in the stands, he discreetly covered his face with a towel before blowing a puff of smoke.

'Names will not be forgotten:' Funeral held for hero Uvalde teacher, heartbroken husband

A joint funeral was held in Uvalde, Texas, on Wednesday for the hero teacher gunned down in last week's mass school shooting and her grief-stricken husband.

Saudi League's biggest critic weighs in after Dustin Johnson bombshell

In the wake of the Greg Norman-led LIV Golf tour announcing its field for the first event next week, one of its most ardent detractors on Wednesday shrugged his shoulders...

I gave birth to my new baby in the ocean — because I wanted to be free

Dad brought towels and a bowl with a "sieve to catch the placenta" to an unconventional water birth hailed as both "empowering" and "endangering."

Cold war: Biden predicts 'potential conflict' between US, Russia over melting Arctic

Biden made the remark at a ceremony honoring incoming US Coast Guard Commandant Linda Fagan.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle touch down in UK — as their popularity hits record lows

While the Queen remains firmly at the top of the list of respected royals, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were dealt fresh blows.

Tom Holland’s zodiac sign reveals secrets of this generation’s leading man

Tom Holland is a free-spirited Gemini Sun with a feisty Sagittarius Moon. Born on a full moon, the English actor loves to be in the spotlight.

How Danica Patrick moved on after high-profile breakup

Patrick confirmed her split from ex-boyfriend Carter Comstock in March, the same month she celebrated her milestone 40th birthday.

NYC reports two new monkeypox cases, bringing citywide total to four

City health officials reported two new possible cases of monkeypox on Wednesday, bringing the total number of people affected to four in the Big Apple.

Inflation will force 25% of Americans to delay retirement: survey

Rampant inflation will result in a delayed retirement for a number of Americans who are concerned about dwindling savings accounts and tight budgets, a new survey reveals.

Bill Cosby’s civil trial begins over alleged sexual assault of teen at Playboy Mansion

Bill Cosby will face allegations that he sexually assaulted at teenage girl at the Playboy Mansion in the 1970s as opening statements in his California civil trial begin Wednesday.

'No big deal': Lying to FBI no sweat for jury in Clinton lawyer 'Russiagate' trial

Two of the jurors who acquitted a former Hillary Clinton campaign lawyer Michael Sussmann dismissed the case brought by special counsel John Durham as no big deal.

Heroic off-duty agent recalls 'chaos' after rushing into Uvalde school to save kids

An off-duty Border Patrol agent who rushed into the Uvalde elementary school during last week's horrific massacre has spoken out about the mayhem he encountered.

US using hack attacks to support Ukraine against Russia, general says

America's keyboard warriors are doing their part to help Ukraine in its war against Russia, the head of US Cyber Command confirmed this week.

Jada Pinkett Smith urges Will and Chris Rock to 'reconcile' post-slap: 'We need one another'

"Will and I are continuing to do what we have done for the last 28 years, and that’s keep figuring out this thing called life together," she said.

Attack on Mona Lisa shows how eco-activists are destroying their own movement

The young French enviro-nut disguised himself as an old woman in a wheelchair before attempting to break the glass that covers the Mona Lisa in the Louvre.

Brooklyn subway shooting victim sues Glock for 'recklessly' marketing guns

A victim of the Brooklyn subway shooting that injured 29 has sued gun maker Glock after one of their firearms was allegedly used in the attack, new court papers show.

‘City of yes’: Mayor Adams' plan to ‘supercharge’ NYC's economic growth

Addressing the Association for a Better New York organization, Adams pledged to turn the Big Apple into a nimble “city of yes."

Biden says US won't try to oust Putin months after saying he had to go

Biden initially called for Putin's ouster during a speech in Warsaw on March 26 — and was reportedly outraged when his aides rushed to disavow the remark.

Hiker in California dies after being swept into ocean by wave, another rescued

Rescue crews responded Sunday to the Lost Coast Trail in Humboldt County, where two hikers were found in rough seas about a mile north of the Black Sands Beach trailhead.

Uber is 'appalled' after woman films driver masturbating, outs him on Twitter

She shared footage of what appeared to be an unidentifiable man feverishly shaking his arm near his crotch while sitting behind the wheel of a car.

Don Mattingly's son wrecked car while 'super' drunk, then tried to sell it: cops

Jordon William Mattingly, the son of New York Yankees legend and Miami Marlins manager Don Mattingly, was busted for drunk driving in Indiana.

Forbes scraps plan to go public via SPAC merger

Forbes Global Media, the publisher of Forbes magazine, said it's doing an about-face on its plans to go public through a merger with a blank-check acquisition firm. The deal, which was...

Minnesota students walk out to demand gun changes

Hundreds of students walked out of class and gathered in downtown Minneapolis to demand state legislators adopt tougher gun laws in the wake of last week’s mass shooting in Uvalde,...

Chris Russo erupts at Stephen A. Smith during Celtics-Lakers argument

Stephen A. Smith and Chris Russo are at it again.

David Cronenberg teases Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson reunion

"It might be problematic since fans might expect a certain kind of relationship," he said.

Upside-down pineapple explained: TikTok exposes 2022's hot sex trend for swingers

You'll never look at this fruit the same way again: #UpsideDownPineapple has racked up more than 136M views on TikTok -- often paired with #SwingTok, which has 1.7B views of...

CEO of Deutsche Bank's DWS steps down after 'greenwashing' raids

The chief executive of top German asset manager DWS said Wednesday he will step down next week, a day after raids by prosecutors over allegations that the company misled investors about...

'SNL' star Bowen Yang says Faye Dunaway wants to 'confront' him

Yang — who uses the social media handle @fayedunaway on Instagram — revealed that the Hollywood legend is aware of Yang's social media presence and might be taking action against...

Russia holding nuclear drills after Biden sends rockets to Ukraine

Some 1,000 Russian soldiers and 100 military vehicles took part in intense drills Wednesday in the Ivanovo Oblast, some 160 miles northeast of Moscow.  

10-year-old Florida girl shoots dead neighbor who was fighting mom: cops

Lakrisha Isaac, 31, has been arrested on manslaughter charges after police say her 10-year-old daughter shot their neighbor Lashaun Rodgers, 41, who was fighting with her mother on Memorial Day.  

Texas' biggest police union tells members to cooperate with official investigations into Robb school shooting

The largest police union in Texas is warning cops to "cooperate fully" with investigations probing the delayed efforts to end last week's slaughter at Robb Elementary.

Death of 35-year-old man found disemboweled in NYC apartment building ruled homicide

A 35-year-old man’s disemboweled body was discovered inside a Corona apartment building Tuesday – and his death was ruled a homicide, authorities said. 

Myrtle Beach heroes push car off mowed-down motorcyclist

Good Samaritans sprang into action when a car ran over a motorcycle in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The accident knocked one rider off the scooter and trapped the other under...

Russia: US 'adding fuel to the fire' by sending Ukraine rocket system

The Kremlin said Wednesday that the United States is "adding fuel to the fire" of war in Eastern Europe with President Biden's decision to arm Ukraine with a missile system...

Uvalde schools police chief Pete Arredondo insists he is cooperating with shooting probe

"I am in contact with DPS everyday," Pete Arredondo told CNN Wednesday.

Paige Spiranac tells troll to 'lighten up' after milkshake video critique

Paige Spiranac just wants to bring some lighthearted content to your feed.

Fox anchors confront Biden adviser over rampant inflation

One of President Biden’s top economic officials grew agitated on Tuesday during a heated spat in which Fox News anchors Sandra Smith and John Roberts pressed for an explanation of...

Elon Musk hits back after Dogecoin co-creator calls him a 'grifter'

Elon Musk hit back after the co-creator of Dogecoin slammed Tesla's billionaire boss as a "grifter" who "didn't understand coding as well as he made out." Jackson Palmer, who co-created...

How Rangers dominated Lightning in regular season

Breaking down how the Rangers fared against the Tampa Bay Lighting during the regular season.

Giant cloud of face-melting nitric acid spews into the sky as Russian forces lay waste to Ukrainian city

Russian forces stepped up their attack on the battered city of Severodonetsk by striking a chemical plant that sent a huge cloud of smoke into the air.

Heartbreaking photos show coffins made to reflect young Texas school shooting victims' 'souls'

Heartbreaking images have emerged of some of the personalized coffins hand-made for 19 of those slaughtered by a teen madman in their Texas school.

31-year-old straphanger stabbed on Bronx train over loud music

The 31-year-old victim was riding a northbound 2 train at East 149th Street in Mott Haven when another man told him his music was too loud, sparking a dispute, police...

Pamper yourself with up to 50% off Clinique products at Saks Fifth Avenue

Oh, Clinique. How we love you so!

Man breaks world record of bungee jumps in 24 hours: 'Nothing really was tough'

Francois-Marie Dibon, who shattered the previous record of 430 jumps with a whopping 765, started his endeavor on Tuesday morning and continued through Wednesday.

Saved by the bishop? | Urban Legend with Kevin Sheehan

This episode of “Urban Legend” goes behind the latest NYC subway slaying. In broad daylight, a man on his way to brunch, Daniel Enriquez, was fatally shot in a random...

WH forced to clarify Biden remarks, says he won't back handgun sale ban

The White House said Tuesday that President Biden does not support a Canada-style ban on handgun sales in the wake of a pair of mass shootings last month.

Dustin Johnson's 'fully committed' PGA statement being thrown in his face

Johnson's participation in the Saudi-backed league, which is fronted by Greg Norman, came as a shock to fans — partially because Johnson said in February he was "fully committed" to...

Elon Musk orders Tesla staff to return to office full time — or find a new job

In a terse corporate email, Musk wrote that “Anyone who wishes to do remote work must be in the office for a minimum (and I mean *minimum*) of 40 hours...

Inside the Big Ten, Pac-12, MLS TV deals

Andrew Marchand and John Ourand discuss where the Big Ten, Pac-12 and MLS deals stand and what viewers should expect.

'Worst commissioner' Mike Trout dragged into bizarre MLB fantasy football feud

The fantasy football controversy that has become one of the biggest stories in MLB this season could've been nipped in the bud by baseball's best player, according to Tommy Pham.

Marilyn Monroe's personal items to be auctioned off in honor of 96th birthday

The "Some Like It Hot" icon would have turned 96 on June 1.

Dog deserts Russian special forces to fight for Ukraine on the front line

A fierce Fido had a change of heart after being abandoned by Russian forces, teaming up with Ukrainian soldiers in the ongoing war.

Who to bet at the Memorial Tournament

Jon Rahm coulda/shoulda/woulda had two Memorial wins already, but here’s betting he finishes off that unfinished business this time around.

'I do everything I used to!': Cheerleader inspires after 'devastating' double amputation

Sarah Frei was riding home from Bear Lake in Utah with three of her friends on July 30, 2020 when their car was hit head-on by a drunk driver. 

GOPers want Janet Yellen gone after admission she was 'wrong' on inflation

Conservative lawmakers and commentators have called for Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to be fired or resign after she admitted that she was "wrong ... about the path that inflation would...

Why Kenny Loggins' new 'Danger Zone' was cut from 'Top Gun: Maverick'

Ride into the danger zone — of Hollywood's cutting room floor. Grammy winner reveals how he got axed from Tom Cruise hit.

Treasury Secretary finally admits she was 'wrong' about inflation

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen finally admitted that she was "wrong" last year when she initially dismissed rampant inflation across the US as a “transitory” problem that would soon resolve itself....

Monica Lewinsky's Depp-Heard verdict: 'We're all guilty' of watching 'courtroom porn'

"No matter whom the jury’s verdict favors — be it defendant Heard or plaintiff Depp — we are guilty," she wrote.

Woman hurls anti-Asian insults at man on NYC train: cops

An attacker spewed anti-Asian statements at a man on a Brooklyn train before biting and scratching him.

Draymond Green in Twitter feud with Kevin Durant ahead of NBA Finals

Former Warriors teammates Draymond Green and Kevin Durant have different recollections of the NBA Finals runs they had together.

Teacher shares sad 'reality' of life in US schools: Hiding spots to avoid shooters

In the heartbreaking clip, the teacher demonstrates the meticulous routine she employs each day to safeguard her students against potential shooting threats.

2 high school seniors killed, 2 hurt in crash after graduation rehearsal

The students, whose names were not released, were returning to W.B. Ray High School in Corpus Christi early Tuesday.

Zelensky says Ukraine losing '60 to 100 soldiers per day'

Volodymyr Zelensky claimed Tuesday that his country is losing as many as 100 soldiers a day as Russia presses its military offensive in the eastern Donbas region.

Which "Stranger Things" character are you?

With the new "Stranger Things" season out now on Netflix, we took a list of OG characters and examined them through the scope of astrology.

'When in Vegas': Star QB's girlfriend celebrates before golf showdown

Captioning a post on her Instagram Story, "When in Vegas," Williams is seen modeling a gold sparkly mini dress in her hotel suite.

Petition to get Amber Heard cut from ‘Aquaman 2’ nears its 4.5M goal

The petition reached an astounding 3 million names in early May, around the time that it was reported that Heard was only getting about 10 minutes of screen time in...

Prince Harry gets 'cast-iron assurances' of protection for family at Jubilee

When Prince Harry, wife Meghan Markle and their two children land in the UK, they will be protected by the Metropolitan Police's Royalty and Specialist Protection Unit.

16-year-old NYC girl 'anxious' going out after being stabbed by stranger in broad daylight

A 16-year-old Brooklyn girl said she doesn't even know the creep who snuck behind her and stabbed her in the shoulder in a caught-on-video random attack, she told The Post...

Post experts predict Rangers-Lightning series

The New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning begin their best-of-seven Eastern Conference Final series Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden. Before the puck drops, The Post's hockey writers give...

Three MLB bets experts are targeting on today's slate

Back these three bets for today's MLB slate. 

Colton Haynes says he almost didn't get 'Teen Wolf' role over gay mag

"It didn't matter who was on my team, the message I got was always the same: 'You will not work if you are yourself,' " he said.

What to expect from Sauce Gardner and the Jets' rookies on Day 1

Which of the Jets' rookies are poised to make the biggest contributions this season?

Daily Horoscope - June 1, 2022

Your horoscope reading for June 1,, 2022

UFC 275's Jiri Prochazka talks patient rise to championship opportunity

Jiri Prochazka is on the cusp of UFC championship glory as he readies to challenge Glover Teixeira for the light heavyweight title on June 11.

Why most Americans are losing the battle of getting into pre-COVID shape

Poll: 88% had every intention of getting back to their pre-pandemic bod — but 56% have since sustained an injury.

Is the Giants’ skill-position corps really as bad as they say?

The rampant dysfunction with the entire offense in 2021 hindered everyone’s statistics.

This popular food is a major 'under the radar' cause of carbon emissions: study

A study revealed that quitting dairy cheese for a plant-based substitute could cut the cheese market's climate impact in half.

Former NFL star opens up on Kristin Cavallari divorce: 'Happy ending' didn't come easy

Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler was celebrating after he laid eyes on the divorce settlement with his soon-to-be ex-wife, former reality star Kristin Cavallari. "When the settlement came through, I...

Harrowing video shows wild broad-daylight shooting in NYC

About five people opened fire during the daytime clash on Coney Island.

Yankees' former hometown hero has won over Angels with defensive wizardry

Andrew Velazquez quickly became a fan favorite in The Bronx last year as the hometown kid making good on his chance with the Yankees.

'Extremely disappointed': The fallout from Dustin Johnson's stunning exit begins

RBC (Royal Bank of Canada), one of Johnson's more notable sponsors, released a statement that hinted they were cutting ties with the former Masters champ.

The hottest new Hamptons restaurants and pop-ups

These hot Hamptons restaurants, food pop-ups and bar scenes are serving stunning views and killer bites for the 2022 season.

Company to Las Vegas chapels: No more Elvis-themed weddings

The licensing company that controls the name and image of “The King” is ordering Sin City chapel operators to stop using Elvis in themed ceremonies.

After mass shooting, NYC explores gun detectors in subways

In the aftermath of a mass shooting on a New York City subway train, the mayor floated a high-tech idea: deploy scanners that can spot someone carrying a gun into the transit...

Elon Musk's mom, Maye, says he doesn't listen to her advice

Maye Musk weighed in on his decision to sign on the dotted line for the social media app, revealing her input doesn't have too much of an effect on her...

Famed Indian singer KK dead at 53

The beloved hitmaker, whose full name was Krishnakumar Kunnath, died in Kolkata, India on Tuesday.

Christie's to offer rare first edition 'Harry Potter' book in private sale

The one being sold by Christie's, as part of its upcoming "The Art of Literature: Loan and Selling Exhibition", is among the other 200.

Sarah Palin's attempt to disqualify judge from NY Times defamation trial fails

Rakoff said in February that Palin’s lawyers failed to provide evidence that the paper and former editorial page editor James Bennet acted with actual malice.

Spring into June with some of these celebrity birthdays

Here are thirty-one of your favorite celebrities who will be celebrating their birthdays in June.

It was a very good day for this struggling Yankee

Joey Gallo was back in the nine-hole for the Yankees on Tuesday for a third straight game.

Cosby faces sex abuse allegations again as civil trial opens

Bill Cosby will again be facing sex abuse allegations Wednesday as attorneys give opening statements in a civil trial that's one of the last remaining legal claims against the comedian.

Surging Mets rookie's highlight moments were a matter of time

It might seem to Mets fans that Nick Plummer has come out of nowhere, but his special moment has been in the works for a long time. The lefty-hitting Plummer,...

Man rapes woman at knifepoint in Bronx park in broad daylight

A man stalked and raped a woman at knifepoint inside a Bronx park Tuesday morning in a disturbing daylight attack, police said.

John Hinckley granted unconditional release -- 41 years after shooting Reagan

John Hinckley Jr., now 67, was found not guilty in the aftermath of the March 30, 1981 attack by a jury who declared him insane. He subsequently spent two decades...

Two Minneapolis residents file lawsuits against ex-officer who killed George Floyd

John Pope Jr and Zoya Code claimed racism and civil rights violations in the lawsuits, lawyers representing them told reporters. The lawsuits stem from incidents that go back to 2017.

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' star Ewan McGregor stands with co-star Moses Ingram in face of racist hate

"Obi-Wan Kenobi" star Ewan McGregor slammed social media users who sent his co-star Moses Ingram hundreds of racist messages -- calling them fake “Star Wars” fans.

Gritty Rangers facing biggest test yet in beast of the NHL

The Rangers are staring down the throat of the beast of the NHL in the Eastern Conference final, which will begin at the Garden on Wednesday.

NBA Finals will come down to this matchup of stars

This Celtics-Warriors NBA Finals will be rife with juicy storylines, from the league’s biggest blue blood to today’s greatest dynasty.

Oklahoma teacher accused of sending nudes to underage teen

An Oklahoma teacher is facing accusations she sent naked photos of herself to a high school student, according to a report.

Yankees pitcher's long-sought win far from the whole story

Jordan Montgomery won a baseball game at Yankee Stadium Tuesday night, on the final day of May, going seven strong innings in a 9-1 Yankees rout of the Angels.

Bison gores woman after she walks up to animal at Yellowstone

A woman was gored by a bison at Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming after she approached the animal Monday morning, parks officials said.

Naftali Bennett touts Israel's Iron Beam laser missile shield

A laser-based air defense system that Israel hopes to deploy next year to neutralize enemy rockets and drones will cost just $2 per interception, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said.