July 3, 2022

Off-duty correction officer shot at Queens motorcycle club party

The shooting happened during a BBQ and biker meet-up outside a Queens Village motorcycle club near Jamaica Avenue and 214th Place just after 8 p.m., police said.

Mets star: 'Feels good to be myself again' after hamstring injury

The running joke between Buck Showalter and Jeff McNeil is that the ball is going to be hit wherever it needs to go to test McNeil’s leg.

Still suffering at the pump? Get used to it -- it's Biden's liberal world order

If you had the experience this weekend of paying close to $5 for a gallon of gas, you can comfort yourself knowing your pain is for a good cause.

Analyzing all the potential outcomes of Saquon Barkley's contract dilemma

What does the future hold for Barkley and the Giants?

'It's weird': Yankees surprised they're not playing on Fourth of July

The fact the Yankees are off on Monday is not unusual. What makes it odd is the fact it’s the Fourth of July.

US energy producers roast Biden over gas prices tweet they suggest written by WH 'intern'

"Working on it Mr. President. In the meantime - have a Happy 4th and please make sure the WH intern who posted this tweet registers for Econ 101 for the...

Cyclist killed by driver who fled with child in different getaway car in the Bronx

A male cyclist died in a Bronx hit-and-run Sunday after a woman struck him with her car and fled the scene with a child in tow, cops said.

'I feel hot': Surging Met homers for third straight game

Escobar’s home run Sunday capped a decisive three-run rally that snapped a 1-1 tie in the fourth inning.

Mexican mayor weds 'princess' alligator in centuries-old tradition for good fortune

The ritual dates backs centuries and is meant to bring good fortune to the area.

Nationals superstar exits with calf injury: 'Holding our breath'

Washington star outfielder Juan Soto exited Sunday’s loss against the Miami Marlins with a left calf injury and had an MRI, the Nationals announced.

A new message of hope & unity for this July 4th -- Through it all, the American Dream endures

Our forebears were willing to risk everything for a dream. A dream of freedom and of opportunity. A dream that says no matter where you come from you can succeed....

How Nets are approaching Kevin Durant trade offers

For the Nets, trading Kevin Durant correctly is a lot more important than doing it quickly.

Cubs manager sounds off on Red Sox rookie's 'underwhelming' Wrigley comment

Cubs manager David Ross took issue with Red Sox pitcher Josh Winckowski's Wrigley comments.

South New Jersey man accused of naked crime spree

The man faces several charges connected to his alleged naked crime spree in the city of Absecon

Jacob deGrom looks like old self in first rehab start

Nearly one full year later, Jacob deGrom pitched in a game Sunday night.

Feds scoff at R. Kelly's claim that he was placed on suicide watch as punishment

The feds added that disgraced singer R. Kelly needs to adjust to life behind bars for the "extraordinarily serious crimes" he has committed.

Tennis stars both fined after fiery match

Stefanos Tsitsipas and Nick Kyrgios have to pay the Wimbledon piper.

Yankees miss star's bat in rare rest day

Thinking of the big picture, Aaron Boone left Aaron Judge out of his starting lineup on Sunday, even with a team day off awaiting on Monday.

MIA Mondaire: NY rep planned out-of-state 'mission' before moving to new NYC district

Rep. Mondaire Jones said he will embark on a "mission" across multiple states after the August Democratic primary — a trip he announced before even moving to the congressional district...

Ohio police release graphic footage of officers killing a black man fleeing traffic stop

Graphic videos released Sunday show eight Ohio cops firing the barrage of bullets that killed a black man fleeing a traffic stop in Akron.

US religious leaders explain why faith in God hit lowest level ever, say COVID made it worse

A new Gallup poll shows that Americans’ faith in God has hit an all-time low.

Letters to the Editor — July 4, 2022

Post readers sound off on Mayor Adams’ response to Rudy Giuliani’s report of an assault after an incident at a ShopRite.

Nets star deactivates Instagram account amid Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving trade rumors

Ben Simmons cryptically decided to deactivate his Instagram account.

Happy July 4th, America!

Everyone knows the first verse of "America the Beautiful." But how many have read — let alone sung — the entire song?

WWII vet breaks down, says this isn't the ‘country we fought for’

Much of what American soldiers fought for in World War II has "gone down the drain," according to U.S. Marine Carl Spurlin Dekel.

Odell Beckham claims his Super Bowl injury happened long before then

According to Odell Beckham Jr., his ACL was already injured before the Super Bowl.

Steve Irwin dressed up in disguise to walk around zoo, son reveals

Now 18, the youngest son of Australia’s beloved croc hunter Steve Irwin, who died in 2006, has stepped out of his trademark khakis.

Glacier collapses in Italian Alps, killing at least six

Parts of a mountain glacier collapsed in the Italian Alps amid record temperatures, killing at least six people and injuring eight.

Mets veterans come up huge in win

Carlos Carrasco’s finest start in six weeks and Eduardo Escobar’s first true power surge of the season lifted the Mets to another series win on Sunday.

American Airlines glitch leaves thousands of flights without key crew

A glitch in the American Airlines scheduling platform reportedly allowed pilots to drop thousands of trips as delays and cancellations have derailed Fourth of July travel plans across the country. CNBC reported...

Yankees couldn't find comeback magic this time

Seven of the Yankees’ previous eight wins featured comebacks, but they failed to produce more thrills on Sunday.

Amber Heard asks for Johnny Depp defamation verdict to be tossed

Lawyers for Amber Heard, who was found guilty of three defamation claims filed by ex-husband Johnny Depp, claimed that the judgment wasn't supported by the evidence presented in the trial.

South Dakota gov grilled about 10yo rape vic who reportedly got pregnant

Noem, noting that abortion is illegal in South Dakota except to save the life of the mother, said the "tragic situation" of the 10-year-old should not be "perpetuated by another...

'I'll talk about it all day': de Blasio touts universal pre-K after Adams called it 'pet project'

Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio pushed back after Eric Adams labeled universal pre-Kindergarten a “pet project."

Thousands more flights canceled or delayed as 4th of July travel blitz continues

Flight cancellations and delays continued across the nation on Sunday during an already chaotic July Fourth weekend for travelers.

Long-lost Alexander Hamilton letter put on public display

A letter written by Alexander Hamilton in 1780 and believed stolen decades ago from the Massachusetts state archives is going back on display.

Thousands reportedly hospitalized, 5 dead from Uzbekistan unrest

Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev said there were casualties among civilians and law enforcement officers after rare protests.

Three dead in Copenhagen mall shooting hours before Harry Styles concert

Three people were killed and three were critically injured in a mass shooting at a shopping mall in Denmark Sunday – causing panic among shoppers and the cancellation of a...

Short-staffed hotels are hiring robots — and labor unions are pushing back

A fledgling line of robots has begun to fill jobs at short-staffed hotels -- and labor groups are sounding alarms.

Remember Biden's 'summer of freedom' and victory over COVID? No wonder his credibility's shot

Biden has been more successful decimating freedom than ending the pandemic. The wreckage of his COVID promises explains much of the collapse of Biden’s credibility and approval ratings.

'My baby!': Parents of toddler who fell to his death thought he was safely playing, sources say

The distraught mom of Jayce Garcia — the 3-year-old boy who fell to his death from a Harlem high-rise — told cops she thought her son was safely playing in...

'Good kid' faces attempted-slay raps for allegedly shooting at cops

Isaiah Ramos, the 14-year-old boy accused of shooting at two cops in Staten Island, was hit with attempted-murder charges and ordered held on $300,000 bail.

Cheney says Jan 6. panel could make criminal referral for Trump as more witnesses come forward

Members of the House Jan. 6 committee said that more witnesses have come forward after the blockbuster testimony of White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson last week.

Cities in China face new COVID restrictions after small clusters emerge

The Chinese government is again clamping down on cities where clusters of coronavirus cases have emerged.

UFC's 'Cowboy' calls it quits: 'I don't love it anymore'

Donald Cerrone has decided to call it quits.

This July Fourth, We the People should reconnect with the secret of our success — the Declaration and Constitution

“We the People” — we Americans — need to reconnect with the secret of our success. We are fixated on regress.

Video captures gunman fatally firing on scooter-riding Bronx teen

The video shows one of the males jumping out of the back passenger seat of the vehicle waving his weapon, which appears to have an extended magazine.

Knew you were trouble: Taylor Swift's accused stalker 'creeped out' his neighbor

Joshua Christian, the Brooklyn man accused of stalking Taylor Swift, left a creepy impression on a neighbor by doting on her 2-year-old daughter while "bugging out," the mom told The...

Pitching matchup the key to this bet

The bet to make for Phillies vs. Cardinals tonight

NYC teachers booted amid budget cuts scramble for vacant positions

New York City teachers whose positions were axed thanks to controversial budget cuts are now scrambling to find jobs at other schools or new positions not exactly in their wheelhouse....

Top Russian scientist dies of cancer two days after 'treason' arrest

A top Russian scientist died of cancer two days after he was arrested on charges of state treason and accused of spying for China.

Lightning trade former Rangers captain in salary dump

Ryan McDonagh’s time with the Lightning is over.

Long Island lifeguard fights off shark after he's bitten during training exercise

A Long Island lifeguard was playing a victim in an ocean training exercise Sunday when he was attacked by a shark — and fought off the beast with his bare...

Yankees trade feel-good story after he was the odd man out

The Yankees’ former top prospect who finally made the team a decade later had been designated for assignment last Tuesday.

Enes Kanter Freedom claims 'hypocritical' NBA 'pushing' him to retire

Enes Kanter Freedom believes the NBA wants him to retire due to his political outspokenness.

MLB coach away from team after daughter's death: 'Devastating loss'

Blue Jays first-base coach Mark Budzinski is away from the team after the death of his eldest daughter, Julia Budzinski.

Sharks kill 2 women hours apart near resort on the Red Sea: horrific video

Sharks killed two female swimmers within hours of each other near a resort in Egypt's Red Sea, officials said Sunday.

Top Biden official appears to blame victims in Texas migrant-truck horror

Mayorkas was trying to fight off critics who have blamed the administration's alleged lax border policies for the tragedy.

AOC just a 'phantom of the media' without real influence, ex-Gov. Paterson says

Former New York Gov. David Paterson dismissed US Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's influence after left-wing progressives endorsed by the socialist firebrand suffered brutal losses in last week's primaries.

Holiday travel nightmare: JFK airport evacuated over bomb scare on 4th of July weekend

An “unattended bag” caused a security scare that led to evacuations at JFK International Airport on Sunday during the busy holiday weekend, officials said.

UFC champ replicates legendary WWE entrance for title fight

Israel Adesanya put on an impressive show during his UFC 276 walkout. 

How to spend the 4th of July based on your zodiac sign

For some signs, America's birthday is a time for celebrating with pyrotechnics and hotdogs and for others an opportunity to question and critique our national legacy through by getting black...

These golfers carry great value for British Open

Betting on the British Open this weekend

Have a blast: The 8 best spots to watch 4th of July fireworks around NYC

Here are the eight best free spots to check out the pyrotechnical magic in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens.

Formula 1 driver stretchered off after frightening crash

Alfa Romeo driver Zhou Guanyu was stretchered off following a major crash at Turn 1 of the British Grand Prix on Sunday.

Elusive aliens: Two ways life on Mars may be hiding from scientists

Despite the scientific community's best efforts, however, no proof of past or present life has been found on Mars.

Unsigned Mets first-rounder had surgery after draft deal fell apart

The Mets didn't sign Kumar Rocker, whom they drafted 10th overall last summer, due to concern over his arm and he is draft-eligible again this year.

NYC nurse who got first COVID vaccine to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

The Queens nurse who got the first FDA-approved coronavirus vaccine will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Biden, the White House said.

New offices, schools, hospitals in England must offer single-sex bathrooms: report

Newly built offices, schools, hospitals and entertainment venues in England will be required to include separate single-sex bathrooms under soon-to-be-released rules, according to a new report.

Solar storm ‘snowplows’ past Earth, could cause problems with power grid

The nearby solar eruption snowplowed dense plasma towards the Earth triggering geomagnetic storms in at least two US states, according to weather data.

Golf, drink and be merry all with one game (plus, it's on sale)

Let the good times roll.

Two people reportedly shot near Governor's Mansion in Albany

Two people were shot Friday near the Governor’s Mansion, the official residence for New York state’s chief executive, according to reports. Two men were shot about 11:40 p.m. at Grand...

Dust off your vinyls with a classic turntable that features Bluetooth

It's time to hit play on this mega deal.

Bet on hot starter in this AL East battle

Let’s play two. Ross Stripling starts for Toronto, where the Rays are still north of the border and starting Shane Baz.

Russia claims to have captured last Ukrainian holdout city in eastern region

Moscow claimed on Sunday to have captured ​the city of Lysychansk, the last remaining holdout in Ukraine's Luhansk province, giving its forces control of the eastern Donbas region.

15 minutes a day could help you achieve tighter skin and a toned body

Get summer ready by just taking 15 minutes a day.

Everyone is raving about this all-purpose vacuum cleaner on sale

It wouldn't be the Fourth of July without a good vacuum deal.

Ricky Martin hit with domestic abuse restraining order, claims allegations 'fabricated'

A judge in Puerto Rico issued a domestic violence-related restraining order against singer Ricky Martin, local authorities announced Saturday.

Stay shark smart: What to know to help prevent an attack

The summer beach season is here and officials warn of the possibility of encounters with sharks along the New York Coast.

Jeff Bezos blasts Biden for blaming gas companies for high pump prices

Jeff Bezos chastised President Biden Saturday for either either employing "misdirection" or displaying a "deep misunderstanding" of economic fundamentals.

My fashion influencer gig looked glamorous on Instagram — but off camera, I was alone

When she was growing up on a cotton farm in South Texas, Jacey Duprie, 39, never imagined she would one day be sitting in the front row of international runway...

Keith Hernandez’s top Mets moments: The defense rests

No. 17 won six of his 11 consecutive Gold Glove Awards during his seven seasons with the Mets from 1983-88.

Can I quit my boring internship after two weeks?

I started a summer internship two weeks ago and it is not as advertised. I’m not being given anything meaningful to do, just menial tasks.

New digital-first ways of hiring are helping candidates find work

Hiring trends include video submissions, fast offers, group interviews and, sometimes, no interview at all.

Moments from the Tour de France

Tour De France 2022 kicked off in Denmark, as the ongoing 109th edition started in Denmark and will end in Paris on July 24.

Tropical Storm Colin brings rain to Carolinas, weakens as Bonnie marches across Central America

By late Saturday night, Colin had weakened into a tropical depression and forecasters discontinued the tropical storm warning that had been in effect for parts of the North Carolina coast.

Catch up on your Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest champs before this year's competition

Relearn your Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest history before the big day this July 4.

Moments from the Essence Festival in New Orleans

The 25th annual Essence festival has kicked off, as the event celebrates the empowerment among African American men and women.

Yankees reliever placed on IL with shoulder injury

Yankees right-hander reliever Ron Marinaccio will be sidelined after he was put on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation.

Woman killed crossing street in NYC hit-and-run crash

The unidentified woman was fatally struck around 11:30 p.m. as she was crossing West Farms Road on Tremont Avenue.

Ex-Knicks coach loves what $104 million signing will bring to team

ESPN analyst Jeff Van Gundy said the Jalen Brunson signing will improve the Knicks team culture.

White supremacist group Patriot Front marches through Boston, assault black man

A white supremacist group took to Boston's "Freedom Trail" for a surprise march Saturday afternoon.

Mets general manager on his strategy for MLB trade deadline

Mets GM Billy Eppler, speaking to reporters Saturday for the first time since May 17, kept all options open as the Aug. 2 trade deadline approaches.

How Kevin Durant's trade demand has changed the NBA

First, Kevin Durant’s trade demand turned the entire NBA world upside down. Now, it has put the league on hold.

Out-of-control truck crashes into Washington, DC fireworks stand, killing 2

The pickup truck was heading north and ran a red light before crashing into a man on a bike and careening into the roadside fireworks stand and its attendant.

Argentine economy minister resigns amid inflation, diesel woes

Argentina's economy minister resigned unexpectedly, dealing a fresh blow to the government as the country struggles with economic problems.

Los Angeles DA pleas to supporters his 'progress' will be reversed if ousted

Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascon is making a plea to supporters to fight back against a recall attempt.

Another top PGA Tour golfer jumps ship to LIV Golf

Paul Casey, the Englishman ranked No. 26 in the world, has joined the Saudi Arabia-funded LIV Golf tour.

Fourth of July firework safety tips: What to know

As many Americans look forward to celebrating the Fourth of July, injuries with fireworks increased 25% in the U.S. between 2006 and 2021.

The secret to winning the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest could be the weather

The Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest will grip spectators on July 4th, but some insiders say Mother Nature might hold the keys as to who ranks supreme.

Israel Adesanya easily defends middleweight title in UFC 276 main event

Israel Adesanya also retained his middleweight belt with a tepid unanimous decision victory over Jared Cannonier in Saturday's main event in Las Vegas.

UPS driver dies after collapsing in sweltering heat

Esteban Chavez Jr's family believes he may have suffered from heat stroke and was comatose for more than 20 minutes before someone noticed and called for help.

Don't doubt Alexander Volkanovski after UFC 276 thrashing of Max Holloway

Alexander Volkanovski put three exclamation points — one for each victory — at the end of his championship trilogy with Max Holloway on Saturday at UFC 276.

WWE did the right thing at Money in the Bank -- but something still feels off

Money in the Bank most often than not should about elevating new stars and WWE actually did it — but something about it all just didn’t feel right. Either way,...

Fugitive yoga instructor Kaitlin Armstrong returned to US from Costa Rica

Fugitive Kaitlin Marie Armstrong, 34, had altered her appearance – and may have even gotten cosmetic surgery – after she fled the country last month.

1 killed, 3 injured in Queens auto-body shop shooting

A gunman in a ski mask killed one man and wounded three other people when he opened fire at a Queens auto-body shop.

Veteran Met starting to bust out of slump, blasts another homer

Eduardo Escobar went 2-for-4, blasting a home run for the second day in a row in the Mets' 7-3 loss to the Rangers on Saturday at Citi Field.

14-year-old busted for shooting at cop car in Staten Island

The uniformed officers were driving in an unmarked police cruiser near Prince Street and Vanderbilt Avenue around 10:10 p.m.

Knicks' newest star greets New York on social media

The Knicks’ new point guard offered a simple message to the team’s fans on Saturday.

Tom Cruise turns 60: Ten moments from the actor's greatest films

For Tom Cruise's 60th birthday, here are 10 incredible moments from some of his greatest films.