June 25, 2022

Travelers: This golfer already has overcome the odds

Morgan Hoffmann is playing this week in the final tournament of his medical extensions the PGA Tour granted him as he has battled facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy.

This Lightning star has been catalyst to their Stanley Cup success

Mystique and Aura, those famous nightclub dancers who once lived at 161st and River Ave., have settled in Tampa.

Ghislaine Maxwell on suicide watch, may seek sentencing delay: lawyer

The convicted sex trafficker's lawyer said she is "unable to properly prepare for sentencing" after jail officials declared the suicide watch and abruptly moved her to solitary confinement on Friday.

5-month-old girl killed in Chicago drive-by shooting

Baby Cecilia Thomas was in a car just after 6 p.m. Friday when a second car approached and opened fire at the vehicle, fatally striking her in the head.

Avalanche relishing second chance to clinch Stanley Cup

The Avalanche know the immense challenge they have in front of them against a desperate opponent that has more experience this deep into the playoffs.

Shameful US Olympic robbery still not forgivable five decades later

Some slights are forgivable. Some are not. Even 50 years after the fact.

Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade reversal may help the Democrats in midterms

The Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and end the constitutional right to abortions could give the Democrats a boost in the fall midterm elections.

Note to fantasy baseball owners: Don't let these players fool you

As the All-Star break approaches, teams atop the fantasy baseball standings become more aggressive with their trade offers.

Generals' dream USFL season over after playoff upset

The New Jersey Generals’ season came to a close Sunday in a stunning 19-14 loss to the Philadelphia Stars.

Man, 64, pushed onto NYC subway tracks after trying to break up fight

A 64-year-old man was pushed onto the subway tracks at 125th Street in Manhattan as he tried to break up a fight between two other people.

Monkeypox spreading at large events in LA, health officials say

On Saturday, the US surpassed 200 confirmed cases nationwide, 51 of which are in California, according to the CDC’s latest data.

Woman killed, 8-year-old in critical condition after car slams into pedestrians in Brooklyn

A 67-year-old man was killed and an 8-year-old boy was left clinging to life after a car trying to evade cops slammed into them in Brooklyn on Saturday night.

Christian pregnancy center vandalized and set on fire after Roe v. Wade reversal

A Christian crisis center for pregnant women in Longmont, Colorado, was vandalized and set on fire a day after the Supreme Court reversed federal protection of abortions.

Two big names, friends will play in final group at Travelers

Xander Schauffele holds a one-shot lead over his friend Patrick Cantlay heading into Sunday's final round at the Travelers Championship.

Damian Lillard's Instagram story sends NBA world into frenzy

Damian Lillard may be up to something.

Joe Biden can’t even fill in FCC post with leftist nomination

Biden’s leftist FCC nominee Gigi Sohn has been a lighting rod for controversy from supporting the defund-the-police movement to denouncing Fox News.

Pete Alonso's latest power show propels Mets

Pete Alonso is a one-man rally these days.

Bodies of Queens triple homicide victims were rotting for days when discovered, investigators believe

Investigators believe the three people found butchered in a Jamaica, Queens home Friday had been rotting there for days based on decomposition levels.

Prince Charles took bags stuffed with millions in cash from controversial Qatari sheikh: report

Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, the former prime minister of Qatar, bestowed the big bucks on the heir to the British throne in three deliveries during private,...

Yankees getting stark reminder of Astros’ threat to magical season

The Astros have interrupted the Yankees’ magic carpet ride for a few days and dropped another reminder that the AL championship likely will go through Houston

Adams says NYC's COVID-alert status is 'medium' — yet threat is almost completely gone

NYC's seven-day average of confirmed daily COVID deaths was just four — about the same as the average number of daily shootings this year. Crime is clearly becoming a greater...

Ghislaine Maxwell's childhood pal will be only character witness at sentencing

Harriett Jagger, a wealthy former fashion executive at Tatler and Vogue magazines, will be the first, and only, friend to vouch for Maxwell, 60, as she faces a sentencing hearing...

When Deshaun Watson will have NFL disciplinary hearing over sexual misconduct claims

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson will start his NFL disciplinary hearing on Tuesday.

With rent hikes capped far below inflation, Mayor Adams is right: The system's broken

The caps — which apply to NYC's 1M rent-stabilized apartments — are so out of line with real-world market conditions that they’re liable to do significant harm to tenants and...

Lap-dance NYPD cop asked to create an OnlyFans account

Vera Mekuli, the NYPD officer who was filmed giving a lap dance to her married lieutenant at a holiday party, is being encouraged to start an OnlyFans account.

Letters to the Editor — June 26, 2022

New York Post readers sound off on woke humor, Texas’ delusions, the drug epidemic and weed shop splurges.

A stranger messaged me because we look eerily alike — it got even weirder

While "The Parent Trap" is a fan-favorite movie, it’s hard to think something like that would happen in real life.

This pitcher is appealing fantasy baseball option when you factor in bad luck

Despite striking out career-best 10.4 per nine innings and walking a respectable 2.7 per nine, the Giants’ Alex Cobb is 3-3 with an ugly 5.48 ERA, 1.457 WHIP

Alleged Alex Murdaugh hitman 'Cousin Eddie' arrested again

"Cousin Eddie" is back behind bars in South Carolina — but no one's saying why.

How Kaapo Kakko plans to respond to Rangers benching

Kaapo Kakko said he just saw the lineup.

I was left horrified after I surprised my husband wearing sexy lingerie

A woman has been left red-faced after trying to spice up her relationship with her husband -- only for the plan to awkwardly backfire.

MS-13 gang members convicted of trafficking 13-year-old girl

Seven members and associates of the MS-13 street gang have been convicted of sex trafficking in federal court.

Disney employee rips company over vow to pay abortion travel costs

Jose Castillo, who works in resort management in Orlando, accused the Disney of trying to influence politics after wading into the abortion issue.

Will adoptions take off following the end of Roe v. Wade?

“This ruling could easily double the number of infant adoptions we see in America,” said Nicole Witt, a Florida adoption consultant.

New York City has another sports champion

Rugby New York beat the Seattle Seawolves 30-15 on Saturday to win its first ever Major League Rugby title at Red Bull Arena. 

People are calling this couple's idea of a date night a 'nightmare'

Everyone has their own idea of what a perfect date entails, whether its a romantic dinner or a long walk on the beach.

Pro-choice demonstrator climbs from DC bridge after 24 hours protest

Guido Reichstadter began climbing the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge in Washington, D.C. around 10 a.m. Friday.

I’m trolled for my baby’s name, they say I’ve ruined his life

It can be difficult to choose a name for your child — especially if you want them to stand out, and that won't be an issue for Brittany Davison's baby.

Ukraine's LGBTQ Pride parade celebrated in Warsaw, Poland

KyivPride — Ukraine's largest LGBTQ pride event — took place Saturday in Warsaw, with with 300 participants making the trip from Ukraine amid the Russian invasion.

Belarus unleashes massive rocket air strike into northern Ukraine

Officials in Ukraine said the country came under heavy fire from neighboring Belarus, a Russian ally that has not been involved in the fighting.

Yankees no-hit by Astros as offense wastes Gerrit Cole gem in shutout loss

Once again the Yankees had a front-row seat to watch as the Astros spilled out of the dugout and hopped around on the mound. 

World's deepest shipwreck discovered almost 80 years after being sunk

The world's deepest shipwreck has been discovered more than 4 miles beneath the ocean almost 80 years after being sunk.

Hundreds rally throughout NYC in support of abortion rights

Union Square Park once again became another hot spot for abortion rights protests as more than 300 New Yorkers blasted the Supreme Court decision.

Abortion protesters return to the streets as states take sides on SCOTUS ruling

Saturday is seeing a second day of demonstrations, as states began to draw lines in the sand over the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade.

Pfizer says tweaked COVID-19 shots boost Omicron protection

Pfizer announced Saturday that tweaking its COVID-19 vaccine to better target the omicron variant is safe and works.

Sex Strike! Calls for abstinence go viral in wake of SCOTUS Roe v. Wade ruling

A number of pro-choice Americans on social media were also pushing for a nationwide sex strike after Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade.

New York preparing to roll out welcome mat for out-of-state abortion seekers

New York is gearing up for abortion tourism as officials and activists prepare to welcome women from out-of-state in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision Friday to eliminate the...

'You can stay here': Gloria Steinem offers up NYC home to abortion-seekers

For Gloria Steinem, activism begins at home.

PGA Tour may have gotten first taste of new LIV Golf problem

No. 2 ranked amateur Eugenio Chacarra has signed with LIV Golf.

'Watch your mouth': Lakers star slams Skip Bayless for harsh nickname

Russell Westbrook is not happy with the nickname bestowed on him by Skip Bayless.

Predictions for tonight's prospect-loaded UFC fight card

Three future stars with a combined record of 53-3 headline tonight's UFC card in Las Vegas, Nevada. See the best bets and a parlay for the card. 

Daniel Jones opens up to Post about uncertain future, drive to be Giants winner, lack of help

Of all the tall and toned young executives residing along the Hudson River in uptown Hoboken, Daniel Jones stands out even as he tries to blend in.

Mike Francesa's betting prowess hits embarrassing new low

Francesa sells himself as an expert professional tout, someone whose “picks have value,” though evidence exists only to the extreme contrary.

Gay Pride parade’s hateful ban on cops finally gets backlash it deserves

Last year in New York and San Francisco, LGBT officers were permitted to participate in the city’s Pride parades, but banned from wearing their uniforms.

This Day in NY Sports: Rangers draft Henrik Lundqvist

In 2000, the Rangers select Henrik Lundqvist in the 7th round of the NHL Draft. Henrik would go on to become the face of the franchise, with hall of fame...

Tribeca's $10 million 'half bean' sculpture nearly ready for viewing

The sculpture is the work of British-Indian artist Anish Kapoor, the creator of downtown Chicago’s Cloud Gate -- which is better known as "The Bean."

Mets star highlights trio of Saturday bets

Pete Alonso highlights three bets to make in Saturday's Mets vs. Marlins tilt.

Abortion protesters swarm SCOTUS justices' homes after sharing addresses

Protesters arrived outside Justice Clarence Thomas' home overnight, chanting "no privacy for us, no peace for you!" and accused his wife, Ginni, of being an "insurrectionist."

President Biden heads to Germany for G7

President Biden headed to Germany Saturday for the G7 meetings with leaders of the world's wealthiest nations.

Breakout star talks Yankees emergence, beating the odds, trademarked nickname

Post columnist Steve Serby catches up with Yankees catcher Jose Trevino to take a swing at some Q&A.

Elderly, ailing UWS couple say they're stuck with 30-something 'roommate from hell'

An elderly Upper West Side couple claim they’re stuck with the "roommate from hell."

Californians are starting to reject progressive policies—but not fast enough

On June 7, San Francisco’s uber-liberal voters recalled the city’s progressive District Attorney Chesa Boudin for no longer prosecuting many crimes, including open air drug use and dealing

Wheely good: Electric unicyclists having a fun — albeit illegal — time in city

Electric unicycles are illegal in New York City, the NYPD confirmed, but the folks who ride them insist they aren't out for trouble.

Bronx bandit stabs victims before taking cash: NYPD

The unidentified suspect first struck on June 17 at about 4:45 p.m., cops said.

Serena Williams has some extra motivation fueling Wimbledon return

Serena Williams is looking for redemption at Wimbledon this season after retiring during the first round of the championship last year.

US campaign to free basketball star Brittney Griner from Russian jail grows

The campaign to win her freedom has intensified, with the "We are BG" web site drawing more than 269,000 signatures to a change.org petition urging President Biden "to take action...

Gay couple sues NYC luxury building for harassment, discrimination

The $2.1 million suit alleges that the former Dorchester Towers residents “were systematically and aggressively discriminated against and made the subject of harassment tactics."

Bet on the red-hot starter on this AL clash

Toronto, starting lefty Yusei Kikuchi, and Milwaukee, rolling with Corbin Burnes on the mound, continue their weekend series Saturday afternoon.

Why Mexican-born Rep. Mayra Flores is the future of the Republican party

She won nearly 51% of the vote against her Democratic opponent’s 43% in the special election to replace Democrat Filemon Vela, who retired before his term ended.

How the melting Arctic could lead to huge riches—but also a world war

How the melting Arctic could lead to huge riches — but also a global conflict between Russia and the US.

St. Patrick's under heavy NYPD guard, but no sign of abortion protests

At least five NYPD vans and SUVs were spotted outside the cathedral around 9:30 am.

Upcoming shortstop free agent class may have it rough despite star power

Roughly halfway through the season, and last year's free agent shortstop class isn't quite living up to the billing. 

Off-duty NYPD cop busted for alleged Queens assault: police

The victim suffered an eye laceration and the off-duty cop was "arrested and charged within the confines of the 110th Precinct."

UEFA Champions League futures bets: Target these two sides

As the 2022-23 global soccer campaign approaches, so too does the launch of the 2022-23 UEFA Champions League.

Studio 54 club owner Mark Fleischman: ‘I’m ending my life by suicide’

Former Studio 54 owner Mark Fleischman explains why he is choosing to end his own life at a Swiss clinic.

Russia takes control of Ukrainian city, hundreds of civilians trapped

Russian troops on Saturday took control of Severodonetsk, one of the last holdouts in the breakaway eastern region of Luhansk, Ukraine.

Eli Manning sees 'changed' vibe around Daniel Jones and Giants

With Brian Daboll in the building, Eli Manning points to a culture-shift around quarterback Daniel Jones. 

Experts agree — Big Apple still the pizza capital of the US

Nine of the 50 pizzerias ranked in the 50 Top Pizza USA 2022 list are located in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

LIV Tour players fined, banned from more golf tournaments

Golf's European tour struck back at its LIV defectors on Friday.

The female hyena has an 8-inch clitoris—plus more animal genital trivia

Biologists are finally studying the genitals of female animals — and what they're discovering is truly wild.

Guzzler: NYC's gas bill for vehicle fleet rises 58% in past year to $108M

Data provided exclusively to The Post by Comptroller Brad Lander’s office shows city agencies racked up $108,395,802 in fuel bills.

Have you seen this creepy NYC subway cell phone perv?

The victim was walking up a flight of stairs when the man "got in close proximity to her from behind," authorities said.

Oslo residents show up to Pride parade after gunman kills two at gay bar

Thousands showed up to mark Oslo's Pride parade Saturday even after it had been officially canceled.

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Get lifetime access to this Rosetta Stone bundle for under $160

Sharpen your language skills with this quick-buy, on-sale bundle.

Retail workers union owns empty $1.9 million condo

A subsidiary of the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union plunked down the cash for the two-bedroom condo at 325 Fifth Ave. in 2017.

Homeless pedestrian killed by hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn: cops

Witnesses told authorities that an unidentified man in his 60s was pushing a shopping cart along 108th Street, near Stanley Avenue shortly after 4 a.m. Saturday when he was mowed...

EU envoy: US, Iran nuke talks to restart in 'days'

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell Fontelles had a “long but positive” talk.

Back-to-back sex misconduct cases upset Queens high school

Scott Biski, 48, a music teacher at Jamaica Gateway to the Sciences HS, was removed last week.

Snag a Japanese knife set for 67% off to cook and chop in style

It's time to chop like the pros.

Nikki Bella has one wish after unique round of golf with Justin Thomas

Nikki Bella's name may be more synonymous with wrestling than golf, but the WWE personality has long been hitting the links.

���Lightyear’ flop is a sign audiences are weary of Hollywood wokeness

Disney’s much-touted “Lightyear” came out and did surprisingly poorly after a lot of week-of-release talk about the lesbian relationship in the film.

Get a Sam's Club Plus Membership for 50% off for a limited time

If getting a Sam's Club membership is on your to-do list, it's time to cross it off.

President Biden signs bipartisan gun control legislation, blasts ‘terrible’ Supreme Court decisions

The bill includes enhanced background checks on the youngest gun buyers, provides millions for mental health services and gives state's incentive to pass red flag laws.

Senators blast Supreme Court ruling on abortion

Maine Republican Senator Susan Collins and West Virginia Democrat Joe Manchin said they felt betrayed by the ruling.

Harry and Meghan should learn from Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson’s exile

The Duke of Windsor died in May 1972 — just over 50 years ago — after almost 40 years spent in exile from the Royal Family. It’s an exile that the...

Keep your photos safe with this automatic file backup

Because sometimes, you can't trust photos to be safely stored on your camera roll.

Why Yankees will lose to Astros again

The road underdog Astros will beat the Yankees on Saturday, Stitches predicts.

Boy critically injured after being hit, dragged by ice cream truck: cops

The boy was riding his bike on Sutter Avenue at about 6:45 p.m. Friday when a 58-year-old man driving a Mister Softee truck struck the 11-year-old.

Hunter Biden met with Russian oligarch now wanted for murder

The meeting with Telman Ismailov took place on Feb. 17, 2012 at the Moscow headquarters of AST Group.

NYC overnight shootings leave two dead, including 16-year-old

In the latest deadly incident, a 16-year-old male was fatally shot in the torso at about 3:15 a.m. Saturday.

AOC Assembly pick and transit 'champion' racked up traffic violations

Juan Ardila tools around Queens in an Audi Q3 SUV that has been parked illegally in crosswalks and at fire hydrants and has received four school zone speed-camera violations, city...

The Nets are trying to copy the Warriors, as a basketball team and a business. Then there’s Kyrie Irving

This month, the sports world has watched Steph Curry lead the Warriors to a fourth NBA title and watched Kyrie Irving lead the Nets into chaos.

Roots before branches: NYC pays seven times more than Jersey City to replace trees

City Council members were floored this week upon learning that the Big Apple pays contractors $3,600 a pop to replace a dead tree.

Hundreds of NYC prosecutors quitting woke bosses and onerous reforms

In the Bronx, 59 prosecutors have walked from January through May. Reps from the Queens and Staten Island DA offices did not respond to requests for data.

Emily Ratajkowski sued by NYC photographer in federal court

Queens photographer Edward Opinaldo said he took the snaps of the 31-year-old stunner on June 17, 2019.

Cowboy shares how to ‘think like a horse’ and life hacks from the ranch

In his new book “Think Like a Horse: Lessons in Life, Leadership, and Empathy from an Unconventional Cowboy,” Grant Golliher dishes out all the wisdom he’s gleaned from nearly 50 years...

Glastonbury Festival moments and performances

After a two-year hiatus, performers and fans return to Worthy Farm to celebrate the return of Glastonbury Festival, one of the UK's largest outdoor music festivals. 

Moments from the 49th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards

Daytime television's biggest stars came together in Pasadena, California to celebrate the 49th annual Daytime Emmys.

Arizona abortion protest: Police release tear gas, lawmakers ‘held hostage’ in Senate building

The situation escalated into a "hostage" situation as lawmakers were instructed not to exit the building, Republican Arizona State Senator Kelly Townsend said.

Mishael Morgan is 1st Black lead winner at Daytime Emmys

“The Young and the Restless” actress became the first Black actor to win in a lead category at the Daytime Emmys on Friday night.

How Yankees star fared in first rehab outing

Aroldis Chapman pitched a scoreless inning in relief Friday night on a rehab assignment at Double-A Somerset as he makes his way back to the Yankees.

Airlines aim to shift blame for flight problems to FAA

Airlines for America said Friday it wants to know FAA's staffing plans for the July Fourth holiday weekend, “so we can plan accordingly.”

Jalen Brunson's connections with Knicks go further than you think

Derrick Rose’s value may go beyond his on-court production for the Knicks. His presence alone may contribute to the Knicks landing Jalen Brunson.

Why Yankees' offense suddenly dried up in this loss

It was the first time in more than a week that the Yankees failed to score at least two runs in a game.

MLB star wasn't prepared for how emotional his homecoming would be

Freddie Freeman expected to be emotional during his anticipated return to Atlanta, but he wasn't prepared for this.

NL showdown comes down to brother vs. brother battle

Austin Nola lofted an opposite-field RBI single to right off his younger brother Aaron, turned toward the Padres' dugout and raised his right fist.

Billie Eilish, Phoebe Bridgers speak out at Glastonbury over Roe v. Wade ruling

Headliner Billie Eilish and indie-rock artist Phoebe Bridgers use their airtime at Glastonbury Festival to share their thoughts on the Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade ruling. 

Army officer chokes to death on vomit in horror ‘initiation’ ritual

Grieving dad Ezequiel Chirino said his son had been forced to drink booze and throw himself into a pool at night in the cold, among other abuses.

Once-promising young golfer on turning struggles around: 'Got to mature'

Sometimes, Matthew Wolff needs to remind himself that his life isn’t so bad after all.

What Eli Manning thinks of nephew Arch's commitment to Texas

Giants legend Eli Manning gushed about his nephew Arch taking the next step in his football career.

This New York team is playing for a title

For New York and Seattle, the road to a chance at the MLR Shield — an 80-pound trophy made of carbon and titanium steel — has not been easy.

Mets' tantalizing prospect emerging amid red-hot streak

The Mets No. 2 prospect is showing flashes of greatness in a 15 game hitting streak.

At least 25 arrested in NYC as protesters take to streets after Roe v Wade ruling

Thousands of protesters took to the streets across the country after the Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe v Wade decision.

2 dead, 14 injured in mass shooting at gay club in Norway

A suspect believed to be the lone shooter was placed under arrest shortly following the shooting massacre in Oslo, Norway.