August 14, 2022
Yankees star dealing with toe injury amid newfound slump
Add DJ LeMahieu to the Yankees’ list of injury problems.
Three people shot at Six Flags Great America in Illinois
Video on social media showed park guests crouched down and hiding in the moments after the shots rang out.
Knicks to play division rival in Christmas Day matchup at MSG
The Knicks will face the 76ers for a Christmas Day match-up.
Jets can have a Zach Wilson injury silver lining
This is why Flacco is still playing. Because he still views himself as a starter. Now we’ll likely get to find out if he’s right.
Things get testy at Jets camp as scuffles break out
Observations from Jets camp on Sunday.
Starter continues earned run-less streak amid Mets' pitching dominance
Bassitt was at his best when he needed to be, stranding five runners over his final two innings of work.
Derek Jeter, A-Rod appear to be friends again: 'A lot of cocktails'
Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter seemingly showed they’ve worked on repairing their relationship.
Spokin' Joe is wheely spiteful
If there is one defining adjective for Biden’s presidency, it probably is spite. His consuming hatred for “the former guy”, whose name he often can’t bring himself to utter, is...
Famous shirtless photo sparks awkward Derek Jeter moment on ESPN
Derek Jeter apparently isn’t fond of the famous “shirtless shortstop” Sports Illustrated cover he was a part of.
Hochul congestion pricing hike puts struggling New Yorkers in a jam
With New York already facing a mass exodus, this Hochul Hike will help kick the outward flow of migration into overdrive.
Surging Mets at top of their game and about to get 'challenged'
The Mets are at the height of their powers.
There's no sainthood for Obama, National Archives in Trump FBI raid uproar
At this point, National Archives bureaucrats seem to have adapted the early motto of National Review, standing “athwart history, yelling Stop.” But as Secretary of State Hillary Clinton wisely warned...
Yankees' listless offense disappears again in shutout loss to Red Sox
By the end of this three-game set, it was hard to believe the Yankees were the team easily in front of the AL East and the Red Sox were the...
OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney deserves life in jail, family of slain boyfriend says
The Instagram star was forced to stab Obumseil after he grabbed her by the throat, her attorney said.
Unlikely name emerging with Yankees heading for closer roulette
The Yankees appear headed for closer roulette.
Ex-Red Sox closer doesn't get Edwin Diaz entrance hype, thinks his still best ever
Jonathan Papelbon doesn't get the hype.
NYC's overblown migrant crisis, Iran's threat and other commentary
“The problem is not that New York and D.C. are ‘overwhelmed’ with illegals. The problem is that they want it to appear they are overwhelmed in order to get the...
Why I gave up summer vacation — and all its hassles
If you told me back then that I wouldn’t get on a plane for going on three years now, I would’ve been disbelieving. Spend three sticky summers in Manhattan?
Mom of Salman Rushdie stabber disowns son, says he 'changed' after Mideast trip
“As I said to the FBI, I'm not going to bother talking to him again." said the mother of suspect Hadi Matar.
Brother of ex-NFL player Aqib Talib wanted in fatal shooting of football coach
The shooting occurred after an argument broke out at the end of a youth football game in Texas, authorities said.
Too little, too late: Disband the CDC now
The CDC allowed, with direction from the White House, Randi Weingarten, American Federation of Teachers chief, to craft school-opening policies that forced classrooms to remain closed in winter 2021. This...
Zach Wilson's injury coming at 'terrible' time for Jets
For all the attention paid to how many games injured Jets quarterback Zach Wilson will or won’t miss, Robert Saleh can’t help but think about all the lost practice reps.
The CDC FINALLY catches up (sort of) to reality
After years of absurd COVID theater, the Centers for Disease Control has at long last eased its guidelines on quarantine, social distancing and testing.
Two Chicago women badly hurt during boating mishap on Lake Michigan
The incident occurred around 5 p.m. Sunday in a part of the lake called the “Playpen,” north of Navy Pier in Chicago.
'Can and should do better': NFLPA president rips NFL's field standards
Soldier Field's detractors grow larger.
Jets make key offensive line decision after free agent signing
Duane Brown still had not joined the Jets, but the ripple effect of his addition was evident during Sunday’s practice.
Shooting victims sue NYC over incident at notorious Umbrella Hotel in Queens
"Due to their inexcusable lack of urgency, they put this community and specifically my clients in danger," said the plaintiffs' attorney Ellie Silverman, calling the city's response "too little and...
Giants may have added new injury as offensive line woes continue
Asked for an assessment of the offensive line’s performance in the Giants’ preseason opener, left tackle Andrew Thomas could barely give a veneer of optimism.
Gov. Hochul knows the immigrant crisis is national — why won't she act like it?
Hochul wants Americans to set aside their “passions around [immigration] and say: ‘This is actually good for our economy.'” But progressive bromides won’t end the border crisis. Only changes in...
Cuomo's clueless chutzpah in demanding taxpayers fund his sex-harassment defense
The disgrace of having to resign rather than be impeached hasn't ended ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo chutzpah.
Brooklyn cop slashed by disturbed NYC teen with 3 knives in subway
The suspect was eventually tased and arrested, while the bleeding cop was taken to Bellevue Hospital, sources said.
At least 300 TikTok employees worked for Chinese state media: report
A new report found some overlap between hundreds of employees at TikTok’s parent company ByteDance and Chinese state media outlets.
Youngster not relying on familiarity amid strong push to make Giants
There’s a degree of validation that Daboll and Schoen liked him enough in Buffalo to bring him to East Rutherford. But there’s also motivation.
'Beloved' Brooklyn dad critical, pregnant NYC woman undergoes emergency C-section after Jerusalem mass shooting
Shia Hersch Glick, of Williamsburg, "was shot in neck while shielding his wife and kids," Schumer said -- as one of the shooting's other Brooklynite victims underwent an emergency C-section...
French activists fill golf holes with cement to protest watering exemptions during drought
France has told residents to avoid non-essential water usage like car-washing and watering gardens during one of the worst droughts on record.
Burn center that treated Anne Heche connected to another tragic crash
Rebecca Grossman — whose husband Dr. Peter Grossman is the medical director of the Grossman Burn Center — is awaiting trial for allegedly hitting and killing two boys in her car.
Albert Pujols homers twice in throwback performance
Albert Pujols turned back the clock.
Giants counting on this defensive pair to achieve their Déjà Blue Dream
The Déjà Blue Dream goes like this: Kayvon Thibodeaux turns the corner on one side, Azeez Ojulari turns the corner on the other side, and they meet at the quarterback.
Arizona man run over and killed after parking dispute escalates
Police said 63-year-old Christopher Heimer was pronounced dead at the scene Friday after being run over twice for allegedly refusing to allow John Lagana to park near his home.
NYC parents want to oust principal they say 'sullied' school's reputation
More than 100 parents signed onto a letter this summer to replace embattled Manhattan School for Children principal Claire Lowenstein.
Pub responds to scorned girlfriend's full-page newspaper ad ripping cheating ex
The “filthy” cheating actions of a man named Steve was printed for everyone to see with a full-page advertisement trashing "Steve," the cheating ex-boyfriend of "Jenny."
Mets use blueprint to shut out Phillies once again
If there was a way to encapsulate the Mets’ scintillating season in one game, Sunday afternoon provided the template.
Loud noises at Las Vegas airport causes panic
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police said the noise was caused by “an unruly subject” in Terminal 1 around 4:30 a.m. and that person was in custody.
Hudson Yards new office tower booming with new signings despite tough market
Related Companies' 50 Hudson Yards has space commitments that brings occupancy to around 84% leased.
Astoria $2B redevelopment plan has glimmer of hope despite pushback by Queens BP
Prospects for Innovation QNS, the unimaginatively named but humanely conceived mixed-use complex planned in Astoria aren’t dead yet.
CPS worker fired after allegedly telling 14-year-old girl to become a prostitute
A Texas Child Protective Services employee lost her job after allegedly telling a 14-year-old girl to become a prostitute.
Liberty's win completes late-season surge to clinch WNBA playoff spot
Natasha Howard scored 18 points and hit a big 3-pointer in the final minute as New York defeated Atlanta at Barclays Center, sending the Liberty to the WNBA playoffs.
Police probe threat against J.K. Rowling after she tweets support for Salman Rushdie
"These are your guidelines, right? 'Violence: You may not threaten violence against an individual or a group of people. We also prohibit the glorification of violence...," Rowling wrote in a...
Florida teens hit with homicide raps after 16-year-old pal killed in drag race that hit 120 mph
Both Austin Lewis, 17, and Kristopher Trenker, 19, were arrested after the July 24 race that ended with a crash that killed Payton Fordyce, 16.
Managers rage at each other at end of feisty Premier League thriller
The Chelsea and Tottenham managers were both given red cards following a contentious handshake at the final whistle of the English Premier League match in London.
Sonic Drive-In brings back fan-favorite Pickle Juice Slush
Customers have until Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, to get their hands on the unusual drink.
World's fastest airliner to usher in new era of supersonic travel
Meet Overture – the world's fastest airliner that was developed by Denver-based Boom Supersonic.
Judge suspended for pressuring lawyer to support his campaign: 'Modern-day politics'
Kentucky Judicial Conduct Commission voted 3-2 to suspend 42nd Judicial Circuit Judge Jamie Jameson following a daylong hearing.
Rays pitcher loses perfect game in ninth in stunning performance
We'll have to wait at least a little longer to see another perfect game at the big-league level.
Coming up snake eyes: Casino pushing for NYC license forces out mayor's pal over city job
Resorts World casino has "parted ways" with its security director Timothy Pearson after learning the longtime pal of Mayor Eric Adams had a second paid gig with the city.
1.5-mile oil spill spotted off Washington coast: Coast Guard
Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound said personnel spotted an oil sheen about 1.5 miles.
Dog reportedly contracts monkeypox from owners
A dog belonging to a gay French couple has contracted monkeypox after sharing their bed -- the first known case of human-to-pet infection, according to reports.
2 dead, at least 60 injured after fireworks warehouse explodes: video
Blasts ripped through a fireworks warehouse in a shopping mall in the Armenian capital of Yerevan, killing two people and injuring 60.
How Elon Musk might turn around his desperate fight against Twitter
Interviewing Twitter employees is Musk’s best chance of proving his argument that Twitter knew it had a problem with bots and chose to cover it up.
Golfer makes birdie after shot hits spectator, lands in cupholder
This isn't what Denny McCarthy had in mind when trying to hit the ball into the cup.
Anne Heche taken off life support after being matched with organ recipient
Anne Heche was declared brain-dead Friday in California, where local law says a person is deceased after the declaration, even if they still have a heart beat.
GOP rep. blasts Biden for 'failure to plan' pullout of Afghanistan
The top Republican on the House Foreign Affairs Committee said there were "many sins" committed during the botched pullout that resulted in the deaths of 13 US service members.
Bugging out: Schumer wants to squash spotted lanternflies that threaten NY's economy
"This is a multi-million-dollar threat to New York’s economy -- both tourism and agriculture are now at risk if the spotted lanternfly goes unchecked,'' Sen. Chuck Schumer said.
Couple hit with murder charges after 3-year-old girl thrown against wall: cops
Documents allege that the couple tied the girl's ankles and hands with shoelaces during some beatings.
Delusions of freedom: Parkland shooter thinks he'll get out of jail at some point
Nikolas Cruz, who faces life without parole or the death penalty, told a Texas counselor last year that he wants to assist those in need after his incarceration ends.
Giants offense, Daniel Jones have miserable day at training camp
It was about as bad of a day for the first-team offense as you could possibly have.
'Seinfeld' namesake golf trio to play together at US Amateur Championship
Everything should be fine, as long as fictional pro baseball player Steve Gendason doesn’t attempt to clean off his golf ball between strokes.
Two Florida teens fatally crash Maserati while fleeing cops
Florida Highway Patrol said a 19-year-old man was driving the 2019 luxury vehicle with a 17-year-old female passenger when a trooper attempted to pull them over.
Slain NYC cabbie's kids finally learn of his death day after he was fatally beaten in Queens
The widow of slain taxi driver Kutin Gyimah fought through tears on Sunday as she called on Mayor Eric Adams and the NYPD to find and bring to justice the...
Russian rockets kill one in Ukraine as concerns mount over nuclear power plant
A Russian diplomat called on Kyiv to offer security assurances so international inspectors could visit the Zaporizhzhia plant, which is held by Moscow's forces but still operated by Ukrainians.
Straphanger killed after stumbling off NYC subway platform into incoming train
The man had just disembarked from an E train at the Jamaica-Van Wyck Station around 11:30 p.m. Saturday and was on the platform when he stumbled onto the tracks.
Jets 'optimistic' about Zach Wilson injury as surgery looms
The Jets remain hopeful quarterback Zach Wilson won't be out for long as he's set to undergo surgery on Tuesday in Los Angeles.
Alleged murderer accused of plowing into PA crowd says 'sorry' on way to court
The driver who allegedly killed one person and wounded 17 others when he rammed his car through a crowd in Pennsylvania — before fleeing and slaying a woman in a nearby town...
Teen, 19, killed among six shot overnight in NYC, including man hit with stray bullet
The dead 19-year-old, whose identity wasn’t immediately released, was shot in the left leg during a dispute in front of 3761 10th Ave. in Inwood, Manhattan, just before 11 p.m....
Controversial wideout trying to get Cowboys' attention: 'Tell Jerry Jones to call me'
The Cowboys' depth chart at wide receiver is looking bleak, but a four-time All-Pro wideout has expressed interest in signing with Dallas.
Saudi tourist mugged at gunpoint outside Central Park: cops
A tourist from Saudi Arabia was mugged at gunpoint just outside Central Park on Sunday morning, police and law-enforcement sources said.
Amityville horror: 'Loud' Trump supporter sues LI town for $1M over stalled home construction
A Long Island town won’t let a resident finish construction on a mansion because he’s a “loud” Trump supporter, a new lawsuit alleges.
White House says 'we get' Biden's low poll numbers, insists he's running in 2024
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said President Biden will mount a reelection bid in 2024, despite some Democratic lawmakers saying he should step aside.
More migrants arrive in NYC from Texas, ex-NY gov calls strategy 'brilliant'
Another busload of border-crossers from Texas arrived in the Big Apple on Sunday morning.
College coach avoids addressing brother's use of 'racially charged' word
Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy presumably will have more to say after his career ends about his brother Cale’s abrupt departure from the coaching staff at rival Oklahoma.
Letters to the Editor — Aug. 15, 2022
Post readers sound off on Mayor Adams’ criticism of Texas’ practice of busing illegal immigrants to NYC.
How to bet the Raiders-Vikings preseason game
After steamrolling the Jaguars last week, the Raiders are the biggest favorites of Week 1 in the preseason ahead of their matinee against Minnesota.
Terror redux: Ex-general says Afghanistan pullout puts US back 20 years
Gen. Jack Keane called the current situation in Afghanistan "tragic" and "preventable," and said the Taliban has consolidated its oppressive rule and continues to shield terrorists.
PGA Tour star destroys FedEx Cup playoff chances with quintuple bogey
Rickie Fowler was the final golfer to qualify for this year’s FedEx Cup playoffs, but he likely cost himself a chance to advance to the next leg in spectacular fashion.
Fire rips through packed church in Cairo, killing at least 41, mostly kids
A fire ripped through a packed church during morning services in Egypt’s capital on Sunday, killing at least 41 worshippers and injuring 14.
Park-goer in serious condition after hit by tree limb in NYC playground
The man, whose identity was not released, was sitting on a bench at the Reinaldo Salgado Playground at 742 Monroe St. in Bedford-Stuyvesant around 8 a.m. Saturday.
Ride with the veteran starter in this AL showdown
Chris Archer will lead the Twins past the Angels on Sunday, Stitches predicts.
Benches clear in AL East game as MLB playoff race heats up
Emotions boiled over Saturday night during the Rays-Orioles game as both benches cleared in the eighth inning.
Salman Rushdie's family gives health update on author after stabbing
"Relieved @SalmanRushdie is pulling through after Friday’s nightmare. Worried and wordless, can finally exhale. Now hoping for swift healing," Lakshmi wrote on Twitter.
Rookie QB already winning over Steelers fans after dramatic debut
The fans in Pittsburgh already are chanting Kenny Pickett’s name.
Man crashes car near US Capitol barricade, opens fire and kills himself
A man drove a vehicle into a barricade near the US Capitol early on Sunday and opened fire in the street before fatally turning the gun on himself as his...
US lawmakers arrive in Taiwan following Pelosi's controversial visit
A congressional delegation led by Rep. Ed Markey arrived in Taiwan on Sunday — less than two weeks after China staged a series of military drills in retaliation for House...
Trump calls for seized documents to be returned to Mar-a-Lago
Former President Donald Trump on Sunday called for the Justice Department to return the reams of documents FBI agents seized at his Mar-a-Lago resort last week.
Save on a year of Sam’s Club, get a $10 E-gift card before August ends
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Parents arrested for trying to enter locked-down school 2 months after Uvalde shooting
Cops arrested three Arizona parents as they attempted to force themselves into a school that police locked down after an armed man was seen trying to enter the campus, authorities...
NBC has its new Notre Dame football broadcast team
NBC has found its replacements for Mike Tirico and Drew Brees on Notre Dame football games, The Post has learned.
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Halle Berry’s birth chart reveals sexy Oscar winner's fiery passion
Halle Berry is a charismatic Leo Sun with a fiery Leo Moon. When it comes to elemental energy, she is heavily composed of Water, which is what brings her deep...
2022 NFL betting preview: Cleveland Browns
After ending a 17-year postseason drought in 2020, the Cleveland Browns were back to their old ways as they went 8-9 last season en route to another playoff absence.
5 Americans -- including NYC family -- among victims in Jerusalem mass shooting: officials
Five Americans were among the eight victims of a Sunday morning mass shooting in Jerusalem, according to reports and officials.
When layoffs are looming, get proactive to save your job
“I asked to have support staff removed, reduced overhead and cancelled subscriptions I wasn’t using,” he said. “My fiscal discipline and proactive decision making were cited as part of the...
My co-workers mock me for wearing a mask -- is this workplace harassment?
The conduct you describe may or may not rise to that level, but it doesn’t matter. People are making you uncomfortable. It needs to stop.
A surprise hero, small ball help Yankees flip the script
The Yankees needed something out of the ordinary to happen Saturday night, and they got it in their 3-2 victory over the Red Sox at Fenway Park.
How Pete Alonso has turned tables on Phillies veteran starter
Mets slugger Pete Alonso made a promise to himself: Don’t forget. Remember those empty at-bats against Aaron Nola.
Officials: Loud 'boom' heard across north Utah likely a meteor
A loud “boom” heard across areas of northern Utah was likely a meteor, officials said Saturday. Reports of the loud noise circulated at about 8:30 a.m., with people from Orem...
Ohio girl's lemonade stand near food festival shut down after complaint
When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade, right? Well, for one 8-year-old in Ohio, her lemonade wasn't enough to stop her stand from getting shut down.
How Yankees' big trade acquisition bounced back after disastrous debut
Frankie Montas held the Red Sox to two runs in his second start with the Yankees as he continued building up his pitch count for the stretch run.
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, 'India's Warren Buffett', dies at 62
A chartered accountant by profession from the desert state of Rajasthan, Jhunjhunwala started dabbling in stocks while in college and went on to manage a stock trading firm, RARE Enterprises.
Why best may be yet to come for Mets star
Edwin Diaz just earned his 200th save at age 28. The GOAT, Mariano Rivera, earned his 200th at age 31.
Gunman wounds 8 in late-night Jerusalem shooting
Two of the victims were in serious condition, including a pregnant woman with abdominal injuries and a man with gunshot wounds to the head and neck, according to Israeli hospitals...
Fernando Tatis Jr. 'feels remorseful' about PED ban
Padres manager Bob Melvin reached out to banned All-Star shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. in a phone call Saturday and said the player “feels remorseful.”
Divers find wreckage of first US Navy destroyer sunk by enemy fire
Over 100 years later, divers have found a missing US Naval Ship that sank off the coast of England after being hit by a torpedoes.
Mets reliever gets it done in biggest spot since return from injury
Trevor May, who was added through an activation from the injured list around the deadline, took down three of those lefty hitters Saturday night.
Prolific TV actress Denise Dowse dead at 64
Beverly Hills, 90210 actress Denise Dowse has passed away at age 64 after a battle with viral meningitis.
Take a look at this mobile QB for your fantasy football draft
Drafting fantasy football quarterbacks has changed dramatically over the past few years.
Salman Rushdie 'talking and joking' a day after brutal attack
Salman Rushdie, 75, remained in serious condition but was said to be "talking (and joking)", following the attack on Aug. 12, 2022.
Young boxer triumphant in return to ring
Teofimo Lopez made a triumphant return to the ring, stopping Pedro Campa in the seventh round Saturday night at Resorts World Events Center.
Pick these steal gems to gain extra fantasy baseball edge
As your quest for a fantasy baseball title continues, gaining an extra edge in any category is paramount. That is why stolen bases are so coveted.