September 1, 2022

Texas woman cons men out of Rolex watches and fancy cars thru 'romance scam'

The scheme netted one woman two fancy cars and three Rolex watches, as well as gold chains, the feds said.

Jan. 6 panel asks Newt Gingrich to testify about his role in election conspiracy

The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021 riots at the Capitol wants to talk to Newt Gingrich about his "efforts to overturn the election results" before and after...

Atlanta starter sets team strikeout record in Braves' win

Rookie starter Spencer Strider set a Braves record with 16 strikeouts in eight dominant innings during a 3-0 win over the Rockies on Thursday night.

Hypocrite Biden's speech was about one thing only -- trying to bait Trump

Biden wants Trump angry, and loud, and silencing every other voice but his own.

Unseeded Serena Williams can make a run at US Open title

Serena Williams entered the U.S. Open with concern she wouldn’t win a match. Now there’s thought Williams can win the tournament.

NIL money pouring in even greater despite cautionary tales

Not everyone will benefit, of course, which is the price of doing business in this new NIL world.

Aloof Giant says he's excited for season: 'What do you want me to do?'

Kenny Golladay does not outwardly show much excitement, but he insists he is indeed excited for the start of his second season with the Giants.

Jets coach excited to see Zach Wilson's Year 2 progress when he returns

The Jets expect to play meaningful games “down the stretch,” and they think Zach Wilson will be a major part of their improvement.

How Oberlin's slander put our family through hell

On Nov. 9, 2016 our world was turned upside down and has never been set right.

American women will have to take baton from Serena Williams

Serena Williams overshadows all, from the world No. 1 to the other Americans in the U.S. Open field. And every one of them understands it. Top-seeded Iga Swiatek drilled American...

Kansas woman's second murder trial of ex-husband, his fiancée ends in hung jury

The jury foreman said that seven out of 12 jurors wanted to convict, according to a report.

Ukrainian player refuses to shake Victoria Azarenka’s hand after match

Russia’s war on Ukraine has bled over into a cold war on the tennis court between Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk and Victoria Azarenka.

Why this Yankees' potential deal with Marlins didn't happen

The Marlins actually wanted both Gleyber Torres and Oswald Peraza for Pablo Lopez and Miguel Rojas, but ultimately, the Yankees didn’t want to give up Peraza in that deal.

Biden calls Trump 'threat to country' in MAGA-bash speech ignored by networks

“There’s no question that the Republican Party today is dominated, driven and intimidated by Donald Trump and the MAGA Republicans. And that is a threat to this country.”

Be wary of making this Mets-Dodgers mistake

The Mets won Game 7.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sending migrant buses to Chicago isn't 'racist'

Gov. Greg Abbott is giving Democratic mayors like Chicago's Lori Lightfoot just a taste of the financial burden and responsibility he faces because of federal indifference.

Why Giants GM's rebuild remains a work in progress

Schoen for the first time is in a position of top authority, and he knows he must live for today and plan for tomorrow.

Heckler chants 'F--k Joe Biden' throughout primetime speech

“They’re entitled to be outrageous. This is a democracy,” Biden said about 20 minutes into his speech as the heckling persisted.

Hooters waitress reveals her 'feisty' secrets to getting huge tips

Scoring a bigger tip can simply come with calling someone by a nickname, according to the waitress.

5-year-old boy struck and killed in Queens hit-and-run

A 5-year-old boy was struck and killed by a pickup truck driver in Queens Thursday as his parents watched in horror while the driver fled.

Jimmy Garoppolo also surprised he's still a 49er

Jimmy Garoppolo is surprised he is still a 49er, too.

MLB injury epidemic: Mets ace believes he knows why

The injury epidemic seems to be getting crazy, especially among pitchers, and especially in the minors.

Tiffany Haddish, Aries Spears call lawsuit claims of child sexual abuse a 'shakedown'

The comedians are alleged to have played a role in getting underage children to act in sexually explicit skits and videos. 

NYC private school staffer caught admitting she sneaks political 'agenda' into classroom

"There’s always groups of teachers who want to do these [activist] things but the administration just wouldn’t let us," Norris says in the clip.

Jacob deGrom among potential opt-outs who could crowd free-agent market

No less than six opt-outs and player options for stars will bolster a solid free-agent list and make it special.

Media can now finally stop ignoring Serena Williams' rotten act

We media folks have done it again. We’ve taken indisputable, recurring and conspicuous facts and buried them to create a sustainable fiction in service to nervous, cautious lies.

Rutgers relying on area players to get program on track: 'We are New York's team'

Rutgers coach Greg Schiano wants to see New York’s pro athletes hanging out on the Scarlet Knights’ sideline watching New York-bred stars win big games.

White House, Big Tech colluded to censor 'misinformation': lawsuit

Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry and his Missouri counterpart Eric Schmitt charged that the Biden administration worked in tandem with Facebook and Twitter to censor "misinformation."

This is best path GM must follow for Giants' success

Joe Schoen's success as the Giants' general manager will hinge on having a top-flight quarterback.

Trump would give 'full pardons with an apology' to Capitol rioters if elected again

Donald Trump said he would pardon and apologize to the hundreds of people convicted in connection with the Jan. 6 Capitol riots if elected to a second presidential term in...

Mini croissant cereal sells for $50 a box in Brooklyn — but is the 'Marie Antoinette'-style breakfast worth it?

While fans say the cereal's steep price tag is warranted, others have scoffed at how expensive it is. 

'I'm a teacher, who cares if I'm dressed sexy': 'Bullied' educators clap back at critics

“I don’t think our clothes need to be nitpicked so much, especially when there’s a teacher shortage," said one instructor.

That's a wrap! We reviewed the new 2022 Dyson Airwrap, back in stock now

That's a wrap on waiting for the coveted styler to come back in stock. Read our review.

Woman stuck upside-down in exercise machine calls 911 for help: 'So embarrassing'

In a humiliating video, Faulds can be seen flailing helplessly after realizing she was trapped.

Mets snag statement-series win over Dodgers

The real showdown might come in October, but for now, the Mets will have to settle for taking the season series against the team with the best record in baseball.

Live from New York! Unfamiliar faces as more 'SNL' departures announced

The exits were announced after long-tenured stars Aidy Bryant, Pete Davidson, Kate McKinnon and Kyle Mooney announced their plans to leave the NBC institution in May.

NJ schools chief punched woman in the face in Jersey Shore street brawl: cops

A New Jersey schools chief was arrested after he allegedly punched a woman and fought a man during a street brawl at the Jersey Shore over the weekend.

Parents fume about drop in national test scores over COVID pandemic

The National Assessment of Educational Progress exam showed a dramatic decline in the math and reading scores of 9-year-olds nationwide over the pandemic,

Two decades for $200 billion: How teachers unions sold out our kids in the pandemic

Nine-year-olds’ scores plummeted, erasing two decades of incremental progress, in the National Assessment of Educational Progress, which measures proficiency in math and reading.

Grounded: Pilot strike prompts 800 Lufthansa cancellations

The mass cancellations were the result of a one-day strike by the pilots' union Vereinigung Cockpit, which is trying to negotiate a 5.5% raise and automatic inflation increases.

I had a really bad period — and it led to this shocking diagnosis

“I knew my period wasn’t right, and if I hadn’t called the doctors to discuss it, then I might not have been diagnosed as quickly," the 30-year-old woman noted.

Inside Brittany Matthews' birthday celebration with Patrick Mahomes

Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, her 27th birthday, Matthews gave her 1.1 million followers a peek at her intimate celebrations with husband Patrick Mahomes.

Psychiatrist who slammed Trump's mental state fails to get Yale gig back

Lee, in a statement to the New Haven Register this week, said she wasn’t surprised by the legal outcome

Olivia Wilde forced to cut 'Don't Worry Darling' trailer 'sex act': 'Really puritanical'

Wilde said the MPA ratings board "came down hard" on which sex scenes could be allowed in the film's trailer.

NYC mom conned into buying $19M penthouse after being lied to about doorman, suit claims

Turns out the luxury seven-story condo building at 37 Warren Street only has a part-time doorman on weekdays and a virtual attendant on weekends, states the Manhattan Supreme Court filing...

Cannabis users’ ‘lazy stoner’ stereotype is ‘unfair’: scientists

Researchers found that "people who use cannabis are no more likely to lack motivation or be lazier than people who don't."

Man finds his doppelgänger on holiday in Vegas

The man was enjoying a lazy float in the pool when people started laughing — but as it turns out, they weren't laughing at him, but at two of him.

Ex-Giant suffers burns after 'freak' cooking accident

Hamilton tweeted a picture of a pair of legs and feet with noticeable burns on a hospital bed.

Letters to the Editor — Sept. 2, 2022

New York Post readers continue to sound off about President Biden's partial forgiveness of student-loan debt.

The week in whoppers: Cali's car lunacy, the NYT's pro-Biden spin and more

This news: “California to Ban the Sale of New Gasoline Cars” — The New York Times, Aug. 24 “California asks residents to avoid charging electric cars amid intense heat wave”...

QB returns to Browns practice squad after latest sad turn

Josh Rosen's long, slow fall has not dipped him out of the NFL, but he is off a 53-man roster.

Looking ahead at the top College Football games this season

Targeting the biggest college football games of the year. 

Eagles or Cowboys: How to bet the NFC East

The Cowboys and the Eagles are shaping up to fight for the NFC East crown. How should you bet the division? 

Amazon's bid to scrap historic union win at NYC warehouse blocked

The 24-day long hearing, which Amazon had unsuccessfully sought to close to the public, was marked by tense exchanges between attorneys for both sides.

Randi Weingarten and her teachers unions own the tragedy of kids' massive learning loss during school closures

Those who pushed to keep schools closed need to be held accountable, starting with the teachers unions, and their top boss, Randi Weingarten.

'My husband caught our second baby just before she hit the toilet water'

Sabriena explains that this was her second child and she had planned to have a home water birth. The midwife had estimated she was at least a few hours away...

Country star Luke Bell's family on cause of death: 'We are heartbroken'

"We have lost our beloved son, brother, and friend," they said in a statement.

Stowaway squirrel 'Zippy' makes stunning voyage on ship from India to Scotland

A stowaway squirrel landed in Scotland after traveling thousands of miles aboard a ship that departed from India.

Heckler repeatedly chants 'F--k Joe Biden' as president speaks in Philadelphia

Follow The New York Post’s live coverage of President Joe Biden’s speech at Independence Hall in Philadelphia tonight.

Struggling Yankees call up stud prospect

The future is now for Oswald Peraza and the Yankees.

Donovan Mitchell, new teammates celebrate after trade to Cavs

Mitchell celebrated with a pair of exclamation points.

Police union shows love to NYPD boss Keechant Sewell amid warming ties to City Hall

New York Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell is helping Mayor Eric Adams get a level of love from cop union leaders that would have been unthinkable while Bill de Blasio was still...

Biden calling half the country 'fascist' is a cynical political ploy

Biden decided that the best way to win the hearts and minds of the American public is dismiss half of us as “fascist.”

Hooters sponsors boys’ soccer team: 'Wrong on so many levels'

Do these sexy servers deserve a red card?

Test scores show how teacher's union head Randi Weingarten damaged an entire generation of kids

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten, a far-left activist who regularly pushes her bonkers ideas into our schools, was instrumental in keeping schools closed.

Biden's open border is attracting a huge new category of illegal migrants

The Biden administration's open-borders policy is now attracting a whole new wave of illegal migrants from countries besides Mexico, Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador.

Brooklyn man arrested for abducting ex's 13-year-old daughter: cops

Duane Taylor allegedly removed his ex-girlfriend’s 13-year-old daughter Janae Kalia-Henry from her home in the city of Reading, Pa., on Wednesday, police said.

Giants cut star linebacker, former captain after disconnect with new regime

The new Giants coaching staff never seemed to have much use for Blake Martinez.

$47M James Earl Jones Theatre sets opening event for EGOT namesake

“For me, standing in this very building 64 years ago at the start of my Broadway career, it would have been inconceivable that my name would be on the building...

Sex toy or pain relief? Dallas giveaway triggers furor

"City of Dallas Wellness initiative for all employees. Vibrators for everyone," the union scoffed in a tweet.

Court shown swastikas Parkland shooter drew during class

Lawyers, in a failed attempt to bar the swastika drawings from being entered into evidence, noted that Nikolas Cruz murdered without regard for race or religion.

If you don't agree with majority, you are 'extreme': White House's Jean-Pierre

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre claimed Thursday that President Biden’s primetime address on “the battle for the soul of the nation” is “not a political speech” — before releasing excerpts.

Wendy's food poisoning outbreak spreads to NY, Kentucky: CDC

The true number of sick people in this outbreak is likely higher than the number reported, and the outbreak may not be limited to the states with known illnesses.

Ex-NYPD cop hit with longest sentence for attacking police officer in Capitol riot

A former NYPD officer who was convicted of a number of felonies for attacking a Washington, D.C., police officer at the Jan. 6 Capitol riot was sentenced to 10 years...

Kadarius Toney gives Giants update they desperately needed

Toney did not play in any of the three preseason games this summer, dealing with the after-effects of a knee procedure and then a hamstring issue.

Adams and Hochul ignore proven tactics for hollow gun violence stunts

We need our elected leaders to get real, quit pretending that signs and shrill speeches will end crime and stop demanding federal intervention in what is definitively a local problem.  

'House of the Dragon' kicks ass over 'Rings of Power'

The war is over. “House of the Dragon” scorches “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.” 

Serena, Venus Williams vs. Hradecka-Noskova: Williams sisters fall in heartbreaking straight sets

Follow The Post's live coverage as Serena and Venus Williams face Lucie Hradecka and Linda Noskova in a historic doubles match at the 2022 US Open tennis.

Undercover mom discovers depravity in Trevor Project's trans chat room supposedly for youth

“I have been looking for a binder, but I have no clue where to get one? Does anyone know where I could get a reliable binder?” a gender-confused adolescent asked...

Most Americans say US going in wrong direction -- but Dems lead midterm ballot: poll

Despite more than two-thirds of Americans saying the country is going in the wrong direction, ​Democrats have surged into the lead on the generic congressional ballot.

The unique road John Sterling's 70-year-old fill-in took to the Yankees booth

From Sheepshead Bay, Howard Kellman graduated from Brooklyn College right around the time George Steinbrenner bought the Yankees in the 1970s.

Knicks rightfully didn't pay cost for Donovan Mitchell — but Leon Rose has to make a move

What Knicks fans are most tired of is waiting year after year for the Captain Ahab of the moment to reel in Moby Dick.

COVID pandemic undid decades of math, reading progress: federal data

Learning disruptions during the pandemic have undone decades of academic progress for the nation's 9-year-olds.

Mets avoid disaster with top prospect's injury

The Mets appear to have avoided the worst with their top prospect.

Newlywed denies confessing to murdering wife on Fiji honeymoon

An attorney for Bradley Dawson asked a judge to release him on bail, arguing that he had not confessed to murdering his wife.

'Real Housewives' stayed in this Aspen villa you can rent for $12.5K a night

On Wednesday night's episode of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," a group stayed at this luxe 6,750-square-foot, six-bedroom home.

What is 'derealization,' the rare psychological disorder affecting Landon Barker?

Landon and others who suffer from the ailment have described feeling as though they are observing their life through a piece of glass or as if they are appearing in...

Mystery over which 'Lion King' star compared Meghan Markle to Nelson Mandela

“He said, ‘I just need you to know: When you married into this family, we rejoiced in the streets the same we did when Mandela was freed from prison,'” she...

Australians flee in terror as magpie 'swooping season' begins

We’re only two months into the four-month magpie “swooping season” but already more than 600 Australians have been attacked and almost 70 have been injured.

This is who Starbucks hired to replace Howard Schultz as CEO

Schultz will remain with Starbucks as an adviser through 2023.

'Rings of Power' actress: 'I needed therapy to survive violent scenes'

Morfydd Clark put in the work to avoid looking "frightened" on screen.

How to make DIY breast milk soap at home

New moms have been known to do all sorts of things with their breast milk.

Pay it fore-ward! Man buys drinks for entire flight after hole-in-one

A golf buff was so thrilled to get a hole-in-one at an acclaimed California course, that he bought everyone on his airplane flight a round of shots.

Superagent Ari Emanuel struggles to dump Miss Universe pageant for $20M: source

Miss Universe has been on the block for the last six months. 

New photos reveal Phantom Galaxy in dazzling new light

Dazzling new images of the far-away Phantom Galaxy reveal a psychedelic-style swirl of stars and light in “crystal clear” detail, according to the European Space Agency.

'In her final moments, my baby girl sang me her favorite song'

A mom-of-two has bravely documented her little girl’s last days, saying she hopes it will help other grieving parents while raising awareness about her illness.

Your brain actually talks to your fat cells — and that could be the secret to lasting weight loss

A new study has found the brain can directly send messages to fat tissue and influence your body's metabolic processes.

Sun's out, sales out: Shop the 155 best post-Labor Day sales of 2022

Excuse us while we load our cart with mega deals. 

College Football is back and we are betting this underdog tonight

The Purdue Boilermakers, who are 3.5-point underdogs, will cover against the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Pro wrestler stepping away after brain cancer returns

Joe Doering is stepping away from pro wrestling after his brain cancer has returned.

Here's which 'Lord of the Rings' character embodies your zodiac sign

The arrival of "Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power" on Prime Video ushers forth a whole new look into the lives of the characters and people of Middle Earth....

Teacher wins $95K over push to 'deceive' parents about students' gender identity

Pamela Ricard argued that school administrators in Kansas had demanded that she use students' preferred gender pronouns in classrooms, but avoid using those terms when speaking to parents.

Man, 51, caught throwing eggs at Trump Tower, slapped with summons: sources

A man was caught in the act as he flung eggs at the entrance to Trump Tower Thursday at 8:30 a.m., police sources said. 

Victim, 78, in brutal Access-a-Ride video 'scared' with attacker still on the loose

A 78-year-old woman who was dragged out of an Access-A-Ride car by a belligerent driver is recovering but terrified that her attacker is “still out there,” her son said Thursday.

Gatorade color optical illusion stumps: 'It’s yellow — you’re psychotic'

People were once arguing over whether a dress was blue and black or white and gold, and now they’re debating over a new product: lemon-lime Gatorade.

The Knicks' Donovan Mitchell dream is dead

The Cleveland Cavaliers have traded for the Utah Jazz guard, ending any dream the Knicks had for landing the hometown superstar.

Bridesmaid slipping her son a treat to keep him quiet at wedding caught on hilarious video

Children and wedding ceremonies don’t always go well together.

Tom Brady's mysterious offseason comes into focus with Gisele Bündchen drama

Was Tom Brady's mysterious absence from the Buccaneers due to martial troubles with his wife, Gisele Bündchen?

UN inspectors reach Ukraine nuke plant after shelling delay

The UN nuclear watchdog's mission, led by IAEA chief Rafael Grossi, finally reached the Zaporizhzhia plant on Thursday and began its inspection of the site, after being delayed by shelling.

'Rings of Power' star: Makeup was hell, beard 'weighs as much as a newborn baby'

"Rings of Power" star Owain Arthur carried around a "newborn baby" while filming the new Amazon Prime Video series — in the form of a beard.

I’m an elegance expert — here’s what a ‘classy’ lady should never do

Faux pas like these could "cost you opportunities and sabotage your future," says London-based etiquette coach Anna Bey.

Oakland A’s fans 'Makin’ Whoopee,' Paige Spiranac’s sultry 'Swag Golf' | Who’s Scoring?

On and off the field, when it comes to celebrity athletes, we want to know, “Who’s Scoring?” Join hosts Brandon London and Jenna Lemoncelli as they dive into everything from...

Mystery CEO victimized in catfishing scheme involving 'sexually explicit' photos

A Bronx woman allegedly used “multiple online identities” to target wealthy and powerful men.

Judge rules Sen. Lindsey Graham must answer some GA election probe questions

Sen. Lindsey Graham must testify before a special grand jury in Georgia investigating attempts to overturn the state's 2020 presidential election result.

Armed robber steals from a dozen Houston food trucks

Food truck operators in Houston are on edge as police look for a shotgun-wielding robber who has already hit a dozen businesses.

Leaf blower sends dentures flying

A family in the Netherlands tried to beat the heat on a warm day by using a leaf blower as a fan. The family was shocked when their extreme cool-down...

Two best bets for the first College Football Thursday

Pitt and Purdue are two teams worth riding with on Thursday night.

Eric Adams praises cops for 'great restraint' during incident that led to woman getting decked

Mayor Eric Adams praised NYPD cops on Thursday for showing "great restraint" during a caught-on-camera arrest in Harlem that led to a woman getting punched by a detective.

Heartwarming video of golden retriever puppy meeting owner for first time goes viral

Captain, now almost 13 weeks old, first met his new owner Carly Hudson at the Melbourne, Australia, airport as he was brought out in a crate to her after the flight.

Mysterious pneumonia kills 3, infects 9 in Argentina: 'Similar to COVID'

Fears of a new deadly viral outbreak have begun to spread after three people died in Argentina this week from a from a mysterious case of pneumonia.

'Lord of the Rings' fans rip promo video: 'Cheesy '90s drama vibe'

"This will be meme fodder for the next decade," one Twitter user said of the comical video. 

Man, 68, knocked unconscious in $2K theft at NYC subway station: cops

A young robbery crew knocked a 68-year-old man unconscious during a $2,000 robbery at a Brooklyn subway station – and a 16-year-old girl was pulled by the hair and bitten...

Rangers trying to trade frustrated defenseman, who's likely to skip camp

The Swede is seeking a better opportunity to challenge for a top-four spot and role as a power-play quarterback.

Aaron Donald interview goes off the rails after helmet-swing question

An interview with Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald didn't go as planned when a reporter was abruptly cut off while asking about his helmet-swinging drama.

DOJ unlikely to charge Trump before November midterm elections: report

The DOJ is unlikely to bring charges against former President Donald Trump until after November -- if prosecutors believe he broke any laws by storing classified documents at Mar-a-Lago.

House committee reaches deal to get Trump financial records

A House committee seeking financial records from former President Donald Trump has reached an agreement that ends litigation on the matter.

Former Jets star accused of pointing gun at car full of teenage girls

The 29-year-old Maye played his first five NFL seasons for the Jets, and joined the Saints this offseason on a three-year deal worth $28.5 million.

Rian Johnson has a 'Star Wars' trilogy update that will shock fans

Does The Force still flow through Rian Johnson? Read on to find out.

Amazon driver 'sent home' for using gas station bathroom while on the clock: 'My stomach was hurting'

A TikTok user who goes by the handle @iagtjuice3 posted a video about his experience that went viral, attracting 587,000 views.

Commish's break from NYC border crisis no biggie, Mayor Adams says

"I have the utmost confidence in Gary — and Gary's going nowhere," Mayor Eric Adams said about embattled Department of Social Services chief Gary Jenkins.

Russian oil executive and Putin critic dead after mysterious six-story fall

The chief executive of Russia's largest private oil company — and a critic of Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine -— died Thursday morning after plummeting six stories from a hospital...

Brittany Renner sends message to Hornets star after he gets engaged

It appears there is no bad blood between Hornets forward P.J. Washington and internet personality Brittany Renner following their split sometime last summer.

Ohio dad chuckles in cop interview after shooting daughter's ex-beau

Mitchell Duckro, 52, told cops in Ohio that he "freaked out" and fired three shots at James Rayl, 22, killing him, after seeing his daughter's ex-boyfriend trying to break into...

Study reveals who is actually at higher risk for AFib — and it's surprising

New research about atrial fibrillation, or an abnormal heart rhythm, has turned conventional wisdom on its head.

Oh, shoot! Federal judge calls NY gun laws 'unconstitutional,' allows them for now

New state gun laws took effect Thursday in places like Times Square – but they might not remain that way for long with a federal judge blasting Albany Democrats for...

Seven young billionaires that are all richer than Kylie Jenner

Kylie Jenner may have only been on Forbes’ Billionaires List for two years, but there are plenty of other youngin’s who's net worth reached billions.

Amenity-packed Massachusetts home of Yankee Candle founder asks $23M

The Leverett, Massachusetts spread -- now listed for sale -- belonged to the late Michael Kittredge II and spans some 120,000 square feet in sum.

Princess Diana would not have been a fan of Meghan Markle: pal Tina Brown

Princess Diana would not have been a big fan of daughter-in-law Meghan Markle, according to legendary magazine editor Tina Brown.

Blue view: NYPD hits back at critics, releases full bodycam video of woman who was decked

Tamani Crum, the woman who was struck by an NYPD detective in Harlem shoved and slapped the cop before he slugged her in the face, according to body camera footage.

Feds raid Russian oligarch's NYC apartment, Hamptons mansion

The Manhattan apartment and Southampton mansion of Russian billionaire Viktor Vekselberg were searched by federal agents on Thursday, according to the FBI and a report.

McDonald’s, UGG collaborating on chicken nugget-inspired shoes

McDonald’s has created UGG-style slippers inspired by chicken nuggets — and they’ll be giving them away for six hours only.

Lea Michele on 'Funny Girl' controversy: 'I leave no room for mistakes'

She's gearing up for her controversial Broadway comeback after surviving life in a 'robotic state' after fan backlash.

Hunter Biden set up dinner for client at Chinese Embassy in DC after Joe's luncheon: emails

Hunter Biden and Eric Schwerin assisted Marvin Lang in setting up the dinner with Deng Hongbo, the embassy's deputy chief of mission, on April 28, 2011.

DoorDash driver leaves shocked customer note after eating their food

“I cannot make this up. Here I am ordering some WingStop and in my bag, I get this,” exclaimed the hungry patron who just wanted chicken wings.

These are the top benefits of aging: poll

Most Americans who have already passed their 20s said they are more fulfilled and satisfied with their lives.

Ticket for Serena Williams US Open match will cost you as much as $48K

Williams is scheduled to face Australian Ajla Tomljanovic in the third round of the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing on Friday evening.

'Screaming in anguish': New Jersey mom collapses to ground after toddler dies in hot car

Harrowing video caught the moment a New Jersey woman collapsed to the ground after learning her 2-year-old daughter had died after being left in the family's car in the scorching...

Where does Logan Paul take his dates? | Stoopin’

Welcome to Stoopin’! NYC’s resident odd couple Serena Shahidi and Sebastian Conelli are breaking down the hottest, nitty gritty New York stories. This week they’re talking about Beastie Boys Square,...

NFL reporter defends her Baker Mayfield 'f--k up' the Browns story

Cynthia Frelund is standing her ground.

Hay, stop that! 71% want NYC horse carriage ban after Ryder's collapse, poll finds

A survey found that majority of New Yorkers support a ban on horse carriages after a shocking video last month of a horse named Ryder collapsed on a Manhattan street.

'I just got lighter': The question Serena Williams couldn't stop laughing at

Serena Williams' prolific night on the court Wednesday at the 2022 U.S. Open may have included a momentum-changing bathroom break.

This Yankees collapse has officially gotten scary

After another brutal loss to a bad Angels team in Anaheim, the Yankees find themselves just six games ahead of the Rays.

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Betr launches in the US across all states

Jake Pual backed Betr goes with a free-to-play launch across the country. 

FanDuel Kansas Promo Code: Mega bonus on launch day

FanDuel’s new customer offer allows to claim a load of free bets, as sports betting arrives in Kansas.

Rare jellyfish with stinging cells all over its body found on New Jersey beaches

An unusual type of jellyfish known as mauve stingers have been spotted on New Jersey beaches – and the marine animals pack an unusually strong punch.

Soul of the nation: Biden to press attack on MAGA, GOP in Philly speech Thursday

Biden's 8 p.m. campaign-style rally at Independence Hall will be the second trip he's made to the swing-state this week.

Mortgage rates climb to 5.66%, showing no relief for housing market

Average long-term US mortgage rates rose to 5.66% this week, showing no relief for a cramped housing market.

Jefferies CEO pushes return to office, end to 'lonely home silos'

"We need everyone back in our offices on a consistent basis," the investment banking boss said.

Scandal-plagued Credit Suisse weighs cutting 5,000 jobs

The bank's new CEO is tasked with scaling back investment banking and cutting more than $1 billion in costs.

TikToker's top rules for a first date: Only Thursdays, drink alcohol before

In one clip with 1.8 million views, the 24-year-old New Yorker shared hot takes about first date etiquette, including what night of the week is best and what kind of...

Judge agrees to release more detailed inventory from Mar-a-Lago raid

Donald Trump's legal team have argued the special master — an independent third party — is vital to ensure that any seized materials protected by claims of attorney-client privilege or...

I had no idea I was pregnant until I went into labor — while clubbing

That baby knows how to make an entrance. A Mexican woman reportedly had no idea she was pregnant until she went into labor -- while dancing at a club.

Troubled exotic dancer fatally shot in head walking home from IHOP job in NYC

A troubled exotic dancer who recently separated from her wife and lost her kids to foster care was gunned down execution style on a Gramercy Park sidewalk early Thursday, cops...

Jets QB: My kids tell me I 'stink' all the time

His kids have no filter when it comes to their dad's play on the football field.

Discovered in the deep: The incredible fish with a transparent head

I spy with my barreleye, a new fish from the deep! During a recent dive, researchers from the Monterey Bay Aquarium came across the rare barreleye fish. These bizarre creatures...

North Carolina high school student killed, another wounded in stabbing attack

A "physical altercation" broke out at Northside High School in Jacksonville that ended with two kids slashed or stabbed -- and one teacher sustaining minor injuries, cops said at a...

Star shortstop's wife responds to ejection with three angry words

Count Brandon Crawford's wife, Jalynne, as one of the many who were baffled by the Giants shortstop's ejection Wednesday against the Padres.

Author Sam Harris under fire for saying 'Trump is worse than Osama bin Laden'

Sam Harris, the noted American author and public intellectual, caused a stir on social media when he told listeners to his podcast that former President Donald Trump "is a worse...

Ford to recall 198,000 SUVs over fire risks

Ford said it had three reports of fires linked to property damage to structures and one involving minor injury.

Mormon mom told to 'choose nudes or church' after OnlyFans exposed

Holly Jane went public with her erotic account earlier this month, nervous her church would find out about her kinky, clandestine career. Sure enough, one media-savvy Mormon discovered the news...

Odds and pick for huge rubber match between Mets and Dodgers

Step right up and bet the Mets as they face the Dodgers on Thursday. 

Homeless man who allegedly stabbed 2 in NYC is charged: cops

Nickolas O’Keefe, 33, was linked to the two Wednesday evening stabbings, including one targeting a 27-year-old ER nurse on his way to meet a friend for dinner, police and the...

Fall in Puppy Love with Dolly Parton’s new line of pet accessories

Doggy Parton is a new line of cowboy hats and rhinestones aplenty for dogs of any kind. The collection is now available on Amazon, and soon to her own site...

'Distraction thieves' rob elderly woman in broad daylight

Surveillance footage shows the 84-year-old woman sitting with a friend in front of a home on August 26. A woman gets out of a gray car, walks down the driveway...

Underwire bras are back as comfort goes bust: Post-pandemic politics blamed

Women are reclaiming their sexiness after the pandemic slump — and experts blame the divisive Supreme Court abortion ruling.

Tennis titan Naomi Osaka went house shopping in NYC

Ahead of the US Open, one of her stops was at Olympia at 30 Front St. boasting 38,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities including a tennis court.

John Lennon's killer, Mark David Chapman, up for parole

Mark David Chapman, 67, plead guilty to shooting Lennon as he returned to his ritzy New York apartment building on December 8, 1980.

Netflix seeks big bucks for brands to advertise on its service: report

Netflix may launch its ad-supported service as soon as Nov. 1.

LA issues 'error' evacuation order for entire 'Eastern North Pacific Ocean' area on live TV

An immediate evacuation notice from the Emergency Alert System that interrupted regular TV programming in the Los Angeles area Wednesday.

Jobless claims drop by 5,000 to two-month low

Applications for jobless aid for the week ending Aug. 27 fell by 5,000 to 232,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday.

Fox Sports NFL insider starts mental health podcast

After writing a best-selling book on mental health, Fox Sports NFL insider Jay Glazer is now going to try to help through a new podcast. 

I thought I found my dream girl — but I was catfished by a grandmother

"What? Say that again? I just got catfished by an old person!" Paul Jones exclaimed.

The one who knocks: Mayor Adams vows door-to-door checks on gun permits

He's certainly no criminal like Walter White, but Mayor Eric Adams is vowing to take up the "Breaking Bad" character's mantle as the 'one who knocks' -- at least when...

You might have rats in your NYC storage unit

Nationwide, self-storage customers are complaining of rodent infestations inside their units. Just how bad is it in New York City?

Knicks wing wants off team with Lakers looming

The Post has learned that Knicks wing Cam Reddish wants a change of scenery from New York.

Why Aaron Rodgers is a bet-against to three-peat as NFL MVP

Aaron Rodgers has got a chance to pull off something only one other player has ever done: win three NFL MVP awards in a row. But he faces obstacles.

Our best bet for the US Open on Thursday

Our best bet to target for Thursday at the US Open today. 

My Apple Watch saved my life after my heart stopped 138 times

David Last was gifted an Apple Watch by his wife for his birthday in April and credits it for saving his life in July when it detected his heart had...

'Big Short' sage's 'mother of all crashes' prediction is underway, he says

The S&P 500 – the broadest measure of US stocks – is down more than 18% since January.

Jana Hocking on why 'beige flags' are the new dating trend to watch out for

Want to know the definition of torture? It’s matching with a guy on a dating app and him doing the bare minimum to woo you.

Wild video of mother and daughter driving with gas nozzle still in their car goes viral

A mother and daughter duo have made a stressful error when filling up their petrol tank at a gas station.

Putin snubs Gorbachev's funeral, pays tribute to his 'huge impact'

Russia's Vladimir Putin will not attend Mikhail Gorbachev's funeral on Saturday, citing a scheduling conflict, but he laid flowers at the former Soviet leader's coffin on Thursday and paid tribute...

Best bet for Thursday's Premier League action

Manchester United faces off against Leicester City as Cristiano Ronaldo's uncertain future hangs as a major storyline. 

Twitter users hail rollout of new edit button: 'Just checked to see if it was April 1'

The company's official Twitter handle announced on Thursday: "if you see an edited Tweet it's because we're testing the edit button."

Second apparent newborn baby's leg found at NYC sewage facility: cops

A second leg apparently belonging to an infant or newborn was discovered at a Bronx sewage treatment plant after another limb was found hours earlier, cops said Thursday. The severed...

September 2022 horoscope shockers: Will your ex try to win you back?

September could feel like you're making your way through a labyrinth, uncertain of where you should go next. With the Mercury retrograde phase predominantly taking place in Libra, don’t be...

Girlfriend of tennis brat advised to 'walk out' after US Open antics

A former tennis pro has suggested that Nick Kyrgios' inner circle, including girlfriend Costeen Hatzi, "should probably be standing up and walking out" of his matches following Wednesday's theatrics at...

QVC isn't just for the TV: Shop the 18 best items you can get online

It's time to head to checkout.

TikTok influencer tattoos seatmate in the middle of a flight

It’s not something you expect to see during a flight, but this tattoo artist was determined to give his seatmate a mid-flight experience she will never forget,

World No. 2's brutal welcome to LIV Golf: 'Going to fall off the map'

The Australian will make his debut for LIV Golf this week after headlining a list of six golfers defecting from the PGA Tour. He's reportedly hundreds of millions of dollars...

Police photo shows couple that allegedly engaged in sex act at A's game

These two could wind up in jail for trying to hit an upper deck home run. California cops have released images of a smiling couple who were apparently caught engaged in...

Robots could be the future of child mental health counselors: study

Researchers from Cambridge University believe that children are more willing to share personal information to robots than to humans.

'Funeral Babe' mortician explains what happens to us when we die

She's drop-dead gorgeous.

Another child dies from viral 'blackout challenge': 'It went horribly wrong'

TikTok now encourages users to flag anybody engaged in content of "this nature" by clicking the symbol that says “Report.”

Watch the moment a deaf dog was rescued after falling down 100-foot cliff

Hobo, an 8-year-old Australian Shepherd, was rescued after the San Diego Humane Society said he slipped into a ravine near his family's property in Sorrento Valley, falling down a steep...

Californians asked to not charge electric cars — days after gas ban announcement

California's power grid operator has issued bulletins asking residents to avoid using large appliances and charging their electric cars in the evening amid a heat wave.

US Open broadcast slammed for mixing up iconic Black singers

Mary Carillo and Chanda Rubin are under fire for misidentifying iconic singer Dionne Warwick in the crowd – instead saying she was Gladys Knight.

Russell Wilson gets massive contract extension from Broncos

The Denver Broncos have locked Russell Wilson in for the long-term.

Famed investor sees stock market 'tragedy' when 'superbubble' bursts

Grantham warned of an "unprecedentedly dangerous mix" of economic trends.

'High severity': TikTok security flaw put hundreds of millions at hacking risk

"Attackers could have then accessed and modified users’ TikTok profiles and sensitive information, such as by publicizing private videos, sending messages, and uploading videos on behalf of users," Microsoft said.

Children head back to school in Ukraine as war rages on

The first day of school in Ukraine on Thursday won’t include children sharing memories of fun vacations with their families. Their stories are of surviving war.

Why is Hillary Clinton at Venice Film Festival? 'Completely unnecessary'

Hillary Clinton showed up to the premiere of director Noah Baumbach’s newest film "White Noise."

Why IRS is after 82-year-old grandmother whose family fled Nazis

Monica Toth, a resident of the Boston area, is now asking the US Supreme Court to prevent the government from collecting the money.

Box full of live lizards mailed to wrong NY address still a mystery

Recipients of a package were "quite startled" when they opened a box full of live lizards.

Bet on team in playoff hunt in this AL matchup

Happy September! What better way to celebrate than to stroll down the new “gun free” zone at Times Square. Cool, crisp weather is back. Pumpkin spice lattes are back, and...

Robot that stocks drinks is newest thing at the corner store

A small robot with a clip-like hand and enough smarts to know which drinks are popular is part of an effort to make convenience stores even more convenient.

Radio stations pull Arcade Fire music amid sex misconduct allegations

Some North American radio stations are pulling Arcade Fire’s music after frontman Win Butler was accused of sexual misconduct.

Why RJ Barrett's contract extension has some NBA scouts scratching their heads

The Knicks didn't pay top dollar to keep RJ Barrett, but some in the NBA think they still may have paid too much.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot blasts migrant buses from Texas as 'racist'

Chicago's progressive mayor insists she welcomes being the latest Democratic destination for busloads of border crossers -- while accusing Texas Gov. Greg Abbott of being "without any shame or humanity"...

'Quiet quitting' is the 'slow killer' in your relationship: How to spot it

You've heard about quiet quitting at work, but is your partner quietly quitting you?

Instagram is trying to BeReal but Gen Z is not on board

Gen Z is totally over Instagram's identity crisis.

Mets owner appears to have a spending limit after all

Steve Cohen may have bottomless pockets, but the Mets’ payroll appears to have a limit.

Zelensky describes Ukraine war as 'horror film' at Venice Film Festival opening

“The least that you can do – or what you should not do – is don’t be afraid. Don’t stay neutral," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

What the Mets missed out on by not going all-in at the trade deadline

The Mets had options at the trade deadline they didn't take. How are those choices looking now?

Tennis star has crying meltdown after Serena Williams loss: 'Very difficult'

The No. 2 seed at the US Open left her press conference in tears after an emotional loss to Serena Williams on Wednesday night.

Steph Curry graduates from Davidson College in one-man ceremony

Four-time NBA champion Steph Curry proudly walked across the stage at Davidson College to collect his shiny new diploma on Wednesday.

No photos, please! J.Lo-level bridezillas now want total control over wedding content

"You can never be too careful with family members dying to be the first to post about something on Facebook to show off for people they haven’t seen in two...

How Jersey native Kevin Burkhardt went from obscurity to media superstar: 'Kind of bonkers'

Kevin Burkhardt somehow grew up an Eagles fan in Giants country and to hear Pat Summerall’s voice boom out “Randall Cunningham” would give Kevin chills.

Serena and Venus Williams to make history with night match

Serena and Venus Williams have won 14 doubles titles together but the sisters will make a different type of history Thursday.

New Yankee is finding groove with future in doubt

New Yankee Andrew Benintendi is set to be a free agent after this season and said this week hasn’t given much thought to his plans for next year.

Sexy singles find hookups in the stars on ‘Cosmic Love’ | Under the Covers with Danica Daniel

If love isn’t in the air for singles desperately looking to find their soulmate, it just might be in the stars. The Post’s Danica Daniel explores the all-new astrology-guided dating...

'The F.B.I.' actor William Reynolds dead at 90

The actor was best known for playing Special Agent Tom Colby on ABC's "The F.B.I."

Don't tell Jets veterans they aren't expected to win

Outside, expectations are “Same Old Jets” low. Internal expectations are something dramatically different. The 2022 Jets: Great Expectations.

Anthony Rizzo sidelined by a familiar injury

Anthony Rizzo was out of the lineup on Wednesday, still dealing with the lower-back tightness that has plagued him since early August.

Canadian junior hockey captain dies during tournament game

Rising Canadian junior hockey player and Ayr Centennials captain Eli Palfreyman died unexpectedly during a preseason game in Ontario on Tuesday night.

Mysterious 'Rings of Power' character Halbrand could be a 'LOTR' villain

A mysterious character named Halbrand shows up in the second episode of “The Rings of Power" — and he might just be a connection to the Peter Jackson “Lord of...

Dear Abby: My sibling uses drugs and has nowhere to go, but they can't stay with me

Dear Abby advises a woman whose drug-abusing sibling needs a place to stay, a woman whose mom is going on vacation shortly after her father's death and a man who...

Serena provides impressive reminder of why she's the GOAT

When Willie Mays said goodbye across the street 49 years ago, it was time. But that is not the case for Serena Williams. Tomorrow will have to wait.

78-year-old woman thrown out of Access-A-Ride car in Brooklyn

The pair got into an argument that ended with the driver ripping her out of the car by the leg at about 3:30 p.m. on East 35th Avenue near the...

Body found more than 30 years ago ID'd as Indiana girl who went missing in 1978

Walker went missing in 1978 from Lafayette, Indiana -- nearly 400 miles from where her body was discovered in Campbell County, Tennessee.

Anne Heche died without will, son seeks to be in charge of estate

The "Six Days Seven Nights" actress died as the result of a car crash that occurred Aug. 5 in Los Angeles.

Classified materials found at Mar-a-Lago 'no cause for alarm,' Trump lawyers say

The feds on Tuesday had rejected Trump's request to delegate the investigation to an authorized third party in the interests of national security.

Tractor-trailer crashes, covers Tennessee highway in alfredo sauce

The truck slammed into a retention wall on I-55 around 4:45 p.m. and the resulting saucy mess shut down parts of the highway for hours.

Shohei Ohtani's blast sinks Yankees as AL East lead shrinks to six

With one swing of the bat, Shohei Ohtani made the Yankees and Gerrit Cole pay for their mistakes in a 3-2 loss by the Yankees at Angel Stadium.

Chicago is new destination for Texas governor's immigrant bus program

The first busload of immigrants arrived at Chicago's Union Station Wednesday night.

'Complete nightmare': Four found dead in North Dakota wheat field after possible murder-suicide

The owner of a North Dakota farm was one of four men found dead in a wheat field in an apparent murder-suicide.

Enjoy Jacob deGrom's brilliance for Mets while you still can

Jacob deGrom is so good when he pitches, everyone is agape. Enjoy him while he’s here, because there’s no guarantee he’ll be here past this year.

David A. Arnold tells Jalen Rose why 'you gotta bomb' to make it in comedy

On Jalen Rose's podcast "Renaissance Man," comedian David A. Arnold tells him about his early onstage appearances, his new Netflix special and how he's using social media to spread his...