December 1, 2022

Signing Jacob deGrom chance for Steve Cohen to satisfy his inner fan

From the day Steve Cohen bought the Mets, he made it abundantly clear that he did so entirely with his heart at the controls.

50 firefighters canvass LA middle school to find ten students who OD'd on edibles

"It was possibly an edible cannabis. [They were] lethargic as if we were seeing their faces looked a little glazed over."

Bills capture first AFC East victory of season

The Buffalo Bills had done everything this season, except earn a victory in their division.

Wife of California gov accused of lying on the stand about Weinstein rape

The wife of California Gov. Gavin Newsom said she was raped by Harvey Weinstein because she can't "square away" the fact she had "transactional" sex with the former movie mogul,...

Knicks star finally showing signs of ending slump

Over the last five games, Barrett has hit 10 of 26 3-point attempts, a 38.4 percent clip.

New twist in Idaho murders as cops reveal mystery person listed on lease of home where students were killed

The murdered college students were on the second and third floors the night of the murders.

Questions looming for underachieving Rangers

It may sound a bit crazy to call a game on Nov. 30 a must-win, but Wednesday in Ottawa was as close as it could get to that for the...

NFL record proves telling indictment of announcers

The Giants-Cowboys game Thanksgiving Day on Fox established the record as the most-watched regular-season game since 1988.

Cops unable to execute warrant at disgraced former NFL star's home

Authorities seem to be having some trouble executing an arrest warrant for Antonio Brown.

US goalie's unconventional road to World Cup started with gaffe ESPN made famous

Matt Turner started playing soccer at 14, walked onto the Fairfield University team, survived a viral gaffe, and worked his way to starting for the USMNT.

Red-hot Devils stopped at home by nemesis

Ryan Johansen scored his second goal of the game 33 seconds into overtime in the Predators' 4-3 victory over the Devils on Thursday night in Newark.

Rangers youngster working to meet his high expectations

K’Andre Miller said he is still trying to figure out his game this season, which the Rangers defenseman described as being up and down. 

Ben Affleck slams Netflix 'assembly line,' vows quality films from his studio

"I would have said, ‘How are we going to make 50 great movies? How is that possible?’ There’s no committee big enough."

Rays' deal with Zach Elfin is largest in franchise history

The Tampa Bay Ray reached an agreement with right-hander Zach Eflin on a three-year contract worth $40 million, according to ESPN.

Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham pens emotional tribute after Christine McVie's death

"For over four decades, we helped each other create a beautiful body of work and a lasting legacy that continues to resonate today. I feel very lucky to have known...

Odell Beckham flies private to start free agent tour after plane incident

One way to avoid getting kicked off an airplane: Take a private jet instead.

Obama lays into Herschel Walker for his vampire and werewolf talk

Former President Barack Obama mocked Republican Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker on Thursday for bizarre comments he made about mythological creatures on the campaign trail last month.  The 61-year-old former...

Ex-cop indicted on attempted murder for shooting burger-eating teen at McDonald's

Brennand was quickly terminated and then charged with two counts of aggravated assault by a public servant in October.

Astros' Justin Verlander reluctance could open door for Yankees, Mets

Word is, the Astros and Justin Verlander are “far apart” in talks.

How Mike White is adjusting to second chance to be Jets' savior

Mike White is all of 27 years old, four starts young in the NFL, but he’s speaking with the perspective of someone who’s been through it before.

Popular ESPN voice bolting to new company

Fallica, an everyman who resonates with football fans across America, will join FOX's "Big Noon Kickoff."

Giants facing must-win game against Commanders

Meaningful December football at MetLife Stadium. It's been a while.

Raleigh police release dramatic bodycam footage of shootout with teen killer

The Raleigh Police Department has released dramatic bodycam footage a shootout with the 15-year-old shooting suspect accused of killing five people including an off-duty cop and his 16-year-old brother.

El Paso facing pressure to declare migrant emergency as predicted surge looms

With less than three weeks before the end of Title 42, which will likely mean an 'avalanche' of immigrants entering the country, the city manager in El Paso, Texas has...

Deshaun Watson refuses to answer anything except 'football questions'

Deshaun Watson met with the media for the first time in four months on Thursday, but the Browns quarterback didn’t have much to say.

Mike Piazza shares thoughts on Jacob deGrom's free agency

Mets legend Mike Piazza shares his thougts at the Italian American Baseball Foundation Gala about Jacob deGrom's free agency.

Two Knicks youngsters assigned to G-League affiliate

The Knicks are getting Miles McBride and Jericho Sims some game reps in the G-League as the two wait for more chances to contribute.

Jets must embrace awkward reality they've tried to avoid

The Jets need to put out a welcome mat to that possibility, and frankly, it doesn’t sound like they want to.

Don Lemon takes heat for defending men's sports earning more money

Don Lemon got into a heated exchange with his CNN co-anchors after observing that male athletes earn more money than female athletes because men’s sports earn more money than women’s sports.

Golfer bites off other man's nose in feud over game

A Mississippi man bit another man's nose off his face in a fit of rage over a game of golf they played together, authorities said.

Congress is shocked, shocked by the COVID fraud it created

Like Captain Renault in the gambling casino in “Casablanca,” congressmen are “shocked, shocked” by all the fraud spawned by the trillions of dollars in COVID handouts they approved.

'Riches' creator: 'Being able to talk about black ambition was important to me'

Abby Ajayi talks about her new Prime Video family drama series "Riches," the comparisons to "Succession," learning from Shonda Rhimes, and more.

Secret Service has Hunter Biden gun probe docs it denied having: watchdog

“The Secret Service’s changing story on records raises additional questions about its role in the Hunter Biden gun incident,” said Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton.

Texas attorney found dead after pulling gun on ex-girlfriend at bar

The Texas attorney accused of trying to kill his ex-girlfriend in the bar she worked at was found dead Wednesday.

DHS failures in handling mentally ill homeless in NYC has turned deadly, scathing audit reveals

The blistering 41-page audit from State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli linked botched placements by DHS to two recent murder cases, an attempted murder, a robbery, a shelter suicide and at least...

'Orange Is the New Black' star and ex-NFL player dead at 56

Henke started his acting career when a fellow NFL player told him about a commercial casting looking for people to portray football players.

Bette Midler’s zodiac sign powered the 'Hocus Pocus' star's spellbinding career

Bette Midler's birth chart illustrates how the legendary icon used the power of her zodiac sign to shake up the world throughout a celebrated career spanning over six decades.

I'm a 'relatable' catfish — people love my 10 to 6 transformation

"Finally a girl who takes responsibility," one TikToker fawned.

Hochul was right to veto nonsense fentanyl bill — but real answers seem painfully far off

Gov. Kathy Hochul has finally made a correct public-safety call, vetoing a useless measure meant to stem the tide of fentanyl killing New Yorkers by . . . assembling a...

American Dream decks the mall with holiday events

Just across the Hudson River in East Rutherford, NJ, American Dream is an all-in-one leisure, shopping and entertainment destination with a little bit of something for everyone.

Our falling birth and marriage rates reflect the lie that only singles have fun

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes baby in the baby carriage. Right? What if Americans stop playing that out?

Top judge who quit during ethics probe still has NY-paid driver, guard

New York's former chief judge — who resigned in July while facing an ethics probe — still has court officers assigned to chauffeur and protect her using a pair of...

Yonkers police sergeant killed in head-on crash with out-of-control BMW

The sergeant was rushed to an area hospital and later pronounced dead, cops said.

Prince William, Kate seen with reverend who condemned racism after UK royal scandal

Prince William and Princess Kate were spotted taking a stroll through Boston with Reverend Mariama White-Hammond — a black preacher who gave a speech condemning the “legacy of colonialism and...

Get the MTA on a new fiscal track — after years of political meddling hampered progress

With the MTA beyond broke, it’ll take fare hikes (and likely more) to keep it running.

Lee Zeldin is Republicans' best bet to chair the GOP

Lee Zeldin is big reason why Republicans won a House majority in the midterm elections and is a natural to be the next chairman of the Republican National Committee.

Fa la la! The 12 best new Christmas songs of 2022

Move over, Mariah.

Kyrie Irving plays coy with ESPN reporter

Kyrie Irving made an ESPN reporter work to get a good answer.

The WH's lame Afghanistan spin, a Fed boss in denial and more

White House spokesman John Kirby claimed that countries like Russia and China had to marvel at the US withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Kevin Durant's workload 'not ideal' in growing Nets risk

Carrying the team on his broad shoulders is a recipe for a strong MVP case, but will the Nets regret the load when the playoffs come around? 

Ex-NBA star Chris Webber failed to raise money for NY's legal weed fund: report

An investigative piece outlines that the pair seemed to miss the state’s deadline of raising $150 million.

The battle that could decide Giants-Commanders clash

The cliché that games are won along the line of scrimmage certainly will apply to Sunday’s NFC East clash.

Media treats fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried with kid gloves because he was a Dem darling

FTX crypto exchange and the hedge fund Alameda Research went out of their way to defraud investors and users. But despite this fact, founder Sam Bankman-Fraud still seems to have...

Viva Magenta! Pantone's Color of the Year 2023 is here to shop now

Viva Magenta is the newest Color of the Year for 2023!

Tech boss' infant son overdoses on fentanyl found at San Fran park

The baby son of a California tech honcho overdosed on fentanyl he found while crawling around a playground in an upscale San Francisco neighborhood, according to his frightened father and...

Pandemic stress prematurely aged teens' brains: study

Research showed that their brains aged three years in about 10 months.

Yes, 'Cocaine Bear' is real: Behind the 'rampage for blow — and blood'

The true tale of "Cocaine Bear" is nothing to sniff at.

Most Americans don’t want Trump or Biden to run in 2024: poll

A new poll released on Thursday found that the majority of Americans are sick and tired of President Biden and former President Donald Trump and don’t want to see either...

Hunter Biden joins US, French elite at dad's first White House state dinner

First son Hunter Biden will join the most powerful and influential members of American society Thursday night at his father's first state dinner as president, according to the official guest...

Kanye West no longer buying social media app Parler

Parlement Technologies and Ye had announced plans for the deal in October.

Scientists discover new possible clue in Amelia Earhart mystery

Scientists believe that they have discovered a key clue in the mysterious death of aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart -- who famously went missing during her ill-fated flight around the globe...

United Furniture baron who fired all his workers founded charity for sick kids

David Belford -- who made headlines last week for abruptly yanking jobs and health insurance for his 2,700 workers -- founded a charity for sick children and donated $10 million...

Adams claims predecessors were 'afraid' to get mentally ill off streets as he defends plan to empower cops

Mayor Eric Adams said Thursday he's doing what his predecessors were too scared to do by ordering cops to take mentally ill homeless people into custody for psychiatric evaluations.

Tread and get fed: Why walking is the most luxurious way to see Australia

Tourists in Australia are enjoying guided, multi-day pedestrian tours of national parks, ancient rainforests and stunning capes.

Jacob deGrom not holding Mets back from offseason moves

The Mets won’t necessarily need to know whether deGrom will be back in the fold to determine what else they can afford.

Three players who deserve Baseball Hall of Fame nods over cheaters

The contemporary Era Hall of Fame ballot isn’t a strict clash of good versus evil. But it certainly can be viewed that way. 

AOC, Marco Rubio find common ground on rail union strike: 'A rarity'

"A rarity," AOC said in reference to a tweet from the Florida Republican earlier this week in which he said he would object to a deal that does not reflect...

McConnell blasts new House Dems' leader Hakeem Jeffries as 'election denier'

Senate Minority Leader Rep. Mitch McConnell on Thursday chastised Democrats for choosing "election denier" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the House.

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Harrison Ford loses decades of wrinkles in de-aged 'Indiana Jones 5' trailer

Ford, 80, said this will be his last franchise film.

Why seniors are more chill than stressed-out young adults: study

“A 25-year-old is much grumpier on the days when they experience a stressor, but as we age, we really figure out how to decrease those exposures."

New Yorker on COVID lockdown in China: ‘We haven’t left home since Thanksgiving’

To leave my apartment complex, you have to show a guard a leaving card — one issued to every household. But when my leaving card ran out on Nov. 18, no...

I had an 11% chance of living at age 4 — now I'm a Knicks City Dancer

"I didn't really know what was going on, but I knew I was being hurled into a chaotic environment," says Alexa Robertson.

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Letters to the Editor — Dec. 2, 2022

The Issue: Mike Pompeo’s offer to debate American Federation of Teachers head Randi Weingarten. Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was 100% correct in his criticism of American Federation of...

Zeldin for RNC chair gains steam as activists, donors shirk McDaniel

Prominent Republicans, influential GOP donors and conservative grassroots activists are pushing for Lee Zeldin to become the next Republican National Committee Chairman.

Predicting where Judge, deGrom and other top MLB free agents will land

The nine top free agents, all likely to command nine-figure deals, remain on the board.

'Lady Chatterley's Lover' review: Netflix drama filled with steamy sex scenes

This adaptation is ghost-pepper spicy with Emma Corrin and Jack O’Connell in the main roles.

Federal appeals court halts special master review in Trump Mar-a-Lago documents case

 A federal appeals court halted a former Brooklyn federal judge's review of documents seized from former President Donald Trump's Florida resort by FBI agents in August.

Lava flows from Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano are slowing but will begin to spread out, inflate

Two active fissures have been feeding lava flows downslope, with lava from fissure 3 flowing to the north toward the Daniel K. Inouye Highway (Saddle Road).

NY Democrats demand GOP Assembly winner show Brooklyn residency – or risk losing seat

Assembly Democrats say a Republican pol must provide proof of his residency or risk losing a seat he won weeks ago.

Cannes resort launches VIP club for future filmmakers

The stunning city of Cannes in the chic South of France is famous for its snooty Film Festival fete and festive season frollickers. But now, one of its top celebrity...

Massive converted schoolhouse lists for $699K in Washington

A huge 20th-century brick academy has been freshly renovated and is now enjoying a second life as a residential property in Spokane County. 

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Smiling influencer filmed kicking dog apologizes for sharing 'cruel act'

This influencer's in the doghouse with her followers.

Furniture owner 'disappeared' after firing 2,700 workers: sources

“It sounds like the management team came up with a plan to save the company and David Belford said, ‘That’s a wrap -- not doing it.'”

The Rolling Stones honored with UK collectible coin for 60th anniversary

The Rolling Stones may want money, but now they are also on money in the United Kingdom!

Facebook ads 'routinely discriminate' against women: Meta complaint

Real Women in Trucking alleged that women are less likely to see Facebook ads for blue-collar jobs, or jobs that historically exclude women.

Even ex-FBI agent left dumbfounded as cops once again backtrack in Idaho murders

Pete Yachmetz, a security consultant and former FBI agent, said the confusing messages aren't making the public feel confident.

Disturbing details emerge from Nebraska coach's domestic assault arrest

Police have released further details on the arrest of former Nebraska interim head coach Mickey Joseph and the allegations are disturbing.

Art, nature and tropical sun: Try out these alternative winter holiday trips

Burnt out on your go-to winter travel destinations? We bet you are. After all, it’s a new post-COVID world and that means that it’s time to shake things up.

College QB, son of NFL player allegedly shared explicit image of adult male and child

Florida quarterback Jalen Kitna's arrest came after he allegedly shared an image of an adult male having sex with a prepubescent female, TMZ reported Thursday.

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I'm an affair recovery coach — here's how couples can bounce back from cheating

Her expertise and advice come from experience: She cheated on her husband of 17 years for six months in 2020.

Patrick Mahomes: Matt Nagy helped me cheat on Chiefs pre-draft interview

Mahomes revealed that Nagy gave him a big boost toward ultimately getting drafted by the Chiefs.

Why is NYC's arts community still punishing kids by forcing them to mask?

Even as city- and state-enforced edicts have slipped into the annals of history, children’s mask and vaccine mandates remain alive in many museums, theaters and other cultural venues.

Extinction activist wants humans to voluntarily die out: ‘Feed ‘em, don’t breed ‘em’

An advocate of human extinction Tuesday called on everyone to voluntarily stop having children for humanity to die out and give the biosphere a "chance to recover." 

Listen to Episode 62 of 'Marchand and Ourand': Live podcast

Andrew Marchand and John Ourand co-hosted this podcast at SBJ’s Media Innovators conference in New York City.

Prince William, Kate keep heads high after rocky start to US trip

Prince William and Kate Middleton were all smiles Thursday -- a day after the couple were taunted with "USA, USA" chants and boos at a Celtics game.

CNBC's Cramer eviscerates FTX's Bankman-Fried: 'Total con artist'

Cramer said Bankman-Fried is "just a total con artist, disgusting, makes me sick."

TikTok shocked to learn what the red Christmas light is really for

A clip that explained the bulb's function went viral.

Biden 'happy to sit down with Putin' to discuss ending Ukraine war

President Biden said he would meet with Vladimir Putin moments after French President Emmanuel Macron said only Ukrainian leaders could broker a "sustainable peace."

Inside the upstate retreat where Amy Robach, T.J. Holmes spent a weekend

See inside the cozy New Paltz vacation rental where the two "Good Morning America" hosts recently canoodled for a few days in November.

Russia gives up position across from Kherson on war's 'southern front': Kyiv

Russian forces have pulled back from fortified positions along the bank of the Dnipro River across from the recently liberated city of Kherson, Ukrainian authorities said Thursday.

H'wood insider and Clinton ally could lose $300M in FTX debacle: insiders

Michael Kives -- a former Tinseltown agent who has served as an aide to Bill and Hillary Clinton, advised Warren Buffett and helped with Kendall Jenner's 818 Spirits.

Police release video of gun-toting suspects in deadly Harlem shooting

The NYPD released a surveillance video Thursday showing two armed men suspected in the shooting death of 39-year-old Jose Morales in Harlem Sunday.

Kanye West praises Nazis during Alex Jones interview

Kanye West praised Adolf Hitler and unleashed an anti-Semitic diatribe while wearing a black hood that covered his face and head during a bizarre appearance with Infowars host Alex Jones.

David Harbour shocked by Madonna calling him sexy before 'creepy' audition

"I show up at the St. Regis and I get in the room, and there's a bunch of other New York actors there and in walks Madonna, who's directing this...

Iran players get mixed welcome after returning from World Cup

Amid anti-government protests, the Iranian players got a “subdued welcome home,” the Associated Press reported. Photos from Getty Images did show some fans with flags greeting players at Imam Khomeini...

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Soccer powerhouse eliminated from World Cup after controversial goal in other game

Another World Cup calamity for Germany.

Senate votes to impose Biden rail deal on unions, avoiding Dec. 9 strike

The Senate overwhelmingly voted Thursday to prevent a national rail strike from kicking off next week by imposing a collective bargaining agreement negotiated by the Biden White House.

Teen dies after hitting third rail during NYC subway surf: NYPD

The 15-year-old boy was on top of a southbound J subway at the Williamsburg Bridge around 11:25 a.m. when he tumbled underneath the moving train and was killed, cops said.

Tech firms defrauded feds by brokering shady PPP loans to collect fees: report

At least three companies -- Blueacorn, Womply, and Kabbage -- are alleged to have bilked the government, according to a congressional report.

Rep. Jordan tells Brennan, Clapper he wants info on Hunter Biden

Rep. Jim ​Jordan ​sent letters Thursday to former CIA chief John Brennan and the former director of National Intelligence James Clapper to renew Republicans' demand that ​they provide information about a statement...

Ashanti reveals music producer once demanded shower sex: 'It was wild'

Ashanti appeared on "The Breakfast Club" radio show Thursday morning when she shared the disturbing story.

How Morgan Stanley finally lured bankers back to office 5 days a week

The full return marks the end of a lengthy chapter in which Gorman tried unsuccessfully to lure workers back.

Portland merchant shutters store after 15th break-in during crime spree

Marcy Landolfo insists thieves targeted her Portland store to sell the upscale imported brand online or hawk $650 alpine nylon parkas on the black market.

Rod Stewart reveals brothers Don and Bob died within 2 months of each other

The British rocker, 77, mourned his older brothers on Instagram Wednesday.

Model shocks fans after revealing her real age

A stunning model is going viral for her “incredible” age-defying looks.

NYPD detective falls from helicopter in Queens, suffers gruesome injury

The detective, whose name wasn't immediately released, was rushed to Jacobi Hospital with a broken leg, police said.

Mixed response to Prince Harry, Meghan's Netflix trailer: 'victimhood fest'

The teaser for “Harry & Meghan. A Netflix Global Event" promises viewers a glimpse at the couple's lives after their 2020 split from the royal family.

Biden snubs question on China protests while son Hunter maintains biz ties

President Biden ignored a reporter's question regarding whether he had a message for protesters challenging China's authoritarian government

CNN boss Chris Licht guts HLN during cost-cutting bloodbath

CNN boss Chris Licht has gutted sister network HLN, terminating all live programming as part of ongoing layoffs and budget cuts, sources told The Post.

Supreme Court sets Biden student loan forgiveness plan arguments for February

The Supreme Court announced Thursday it will hear arguments by six Republican-led states against President Biden's $400 billion student loan forgiveness program in February of next year.

Podcast: Can the Jets keep it rolling in Minnesota?

To preview Sunday's Jets-Vikings game, we bring you a new episode of the "Gang's All Here" podcast with Brian Costello, Jake Brown and guest Willie Colon.

Transit chief out as NYPD works to roll out Adams' new mental health plan

NYPD Transit Chief Jason Wilcox filed for retirement Thursday and will officially leave the department on Dec. 30, according to paperwork obtained by The Post.

Canadian fashion company La Maison promotes assisted suicide's 'beauty' in ad

Canadian fashion company La Maison Simons promoted the "beauty" in voluntary euthanasia in a promotional video last month that is causing outrage on social media.

Patrick Mahomes reveals brother helped him come up with newborn son's nickname

Mahomes and wife Brittany Matthews announced the birth of their son on Monday in a joint Instagram post.

Jason Aldean’s wife tosses out bags of Balenciaga

Jason Aldean’s wife appears to have tossed all of her Balenciaga clothing and accessories amid the brand’s ad scandal, which stemmed from a campaign showing children holding BDSM teddy bear...

College QB's NFL dad testifies at son's child pornography hearing

Former NFL quarterback Jon Kitna testified at his son's court hearing on Thursday after the college QB was arrested on child pornography charges.

Broncos aren't interested in benching Russell Wilson yet

Russell Wilson remains the Broncos' starting quarterback -- for now.

Woman, 19, charged with hate crime for 'Asian pig' subway attack

Dream Commisso, 19, was arrested on hate crime, assault, harassment and menacing charges stemming from a vicious Nov. 19 attack on a 42-year-old Asian man.

Pen pals celebrate 100th birthdays on Zoom — 84 years after their first letters

The letter-writers — one an American, the other British — began communicating in 1938 when they were both just 16.

Flossie named world’s oldest cat: ‘I knew from the start she was special’

The record-breaking pet outlived two of her previous owners.

Aaron Rodgers to approach possibility of Packers QB switch with 'open mind'

Should the 4-8 Packers stumble further out of playoff contention, however, the league's reigning MVP understands how that possibility could potentially pave the way for a change.

Three touchdown scorer best bets for Bills vs. Patriots

Three anytime touchdown scorer props for Thursday Night Football between two AFC East rivals in the Bills and Patriots.

What to expect – good and bad – for your zodiac sign in December 2022

Get ready for your astroweather report for Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces!

This is bet to make in Thursday's big college basketball matchup

College basketball predictions, picks, odds for Creighton vs. Texas on Thursday.

Missouri woman bitten after ‘kitten’ turned out to be a bobcat

A Liberty woman tried to rescue what she thought was a kitten – only to be nibbled by a bobcat.

'Friendsgiving' diners tip Waffle House waitress $1,125

A Waffle House worker in Alabama received an unforgettable tip after a group of friends banded together to spread some generous holiday cheer.

Chaparrastique volcano in El Salvador erupts, local municipalities on alert

Authorities in El Salvador on Monday warned residents near the Chaparrastique volcano in the country's east to be alert after it began to erupt.

Mom allegedly put dead girl, 5, in concrete block to use as table

Police found the entombed body of Milagros Nazareth Martin in the home of Vanesa Mansilla after her husband reported that he had not seen their daughter in a long time.

'Brazen thief' drags bags and purses behind him in $5,000 Black Friday raid

The astonishing scene came on Black Friday -- but somehow appeared to get missed until Tuesday, when Hialeah police said the $5,000 raid was finally reported.

I came to my wedding in a pink gown -- and made my guests wear white

Here comes the bride -- not dressed in white.

Bucs coach turns up heat on Tom Brady by calling out 'leaders'

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles called out the team's leaders ahead of his team's "Monday Night Football" matchup against the NFC South rival Saints.

Cross-carrying 'missionary' busted for having fist fight during walk across America

Jesse Boyd was completing the multi-state trek for Full Proof Gospel Ministries when he got into fisticuffs with a driver outside Cameron, Montana.

Schumer says Senate 'cannot leave' until bill to prevent rail strike is passed

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) on Thursday the chamber "cannot leave" until lawmakers agree on a bill to force a railway worker union deal to prevent a scheduled rail...

Mom accidentally wraps Christmas presents with X-rated wrapping paper

A Queensland mom named Nicole was busy wrapping Christmas presents for her four children when she stopped to glance at a few images on the fairly innocent wrapping paper.

Ditching Rikers for local jails would create 'humanitarian crisis': report

The City Council approved plans for the borough-based jails at the behest of Mayor Bill de Blasio in 2019.

Girl, 11, who was allegedly killed by adoptive mom weighed just 48 pounds

An 11-year-old San Diego girl who died after allegedly being tortured and starved by her adoptive mom and grandparents was so emaciated that “her bones protruded from her skin,” a...

Federal appeals court rejects Biden bid to revive student loan bailout

The court did not explain its reasoning but ordered that the administration's appeal be heard on an expedited basis. ​

After Disney's 'Strange World' bombs, film critic says ‘go woke, go broke’

The new animated Disney movie "Strange World" is underperforming at the box office and is estimated to ultimately lose $147 million. The film also features the first openly LGBTQ+ teenaged...

ABC execs in 'emergency meetings' over alleged Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes affair

Execs at ABC are in "emergency meetings" over the future of "Good Morning America" co-hosts Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes after their affair was exposed, a source said.

See inside apparel honcho's $16.84M UES duplex

The condo on the Upper East Side's Leyton tower, when combined, will be 6,132 square feet and come with outdoor space.

France's Macron slams Putin's 'huge mistake' with Ukraine war

Macron said that Putin "decided on his own, based on a fake narrative, saying 'NATO will use Ukraine to attack Russia,' which is totally wrong."

2022 National Geographic pictures of the year

National Geographic has announced its 2022 photos of the year.

Death of North Carolina pilot who fell from plane mid-flight ruled an accident

The death of a young pilot who mysteriously fell out of a small aircraft in North Carolina in July was an accident, according to his autopsy report.

Reimagined version of 'The Wiz' to make Broadway return

"The Wiz" is about to ease its way down the road to Broadway once again.

Islanders' injury woes mount with winger placed on IR

The Islanders' injury problems continue.

Trump Org. lawyer places blame on Weisselberg in closing statement

Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg acted on his own when he raked in off the books benefits and evaded taxes, a lawyer for the organization told jurors.

Instant car-ma: 3 New Jersey carjackers quickly busted after stealing ride with flat tire

A woman was sitting in her 2015 Mazda in a Walgreens parking lot in New Jersey, when three men forced her out of the vehicle and drove off -- but...

Hooded Kanye West praises Nazis during Alex Jones interview: 'I see good things about Hitler'

"I see good things about Hitler, also," the rapper who changed his legal name to Ye told Jones on Thursday.

Florida man fatally stabs mom because she 'never pushed him to be a man': cops

A Florida man fatally stabbed his mother never "pushing him to be a man," authorities said. Deputies from the Osceola County Sheriff's Office responded to a Kissimmee home on Tuesday...

Uruguay star refuses to apologize for World Cup controversy

Friday’s World Cup match between Uruguay and Ghana is bringing back some old bitter feelings.

Chilling surveillance video shows 14-year-old's fatal Bronx shooting

Chilling surveillance video shows the fatal shooting of a 14-year-old boy on a Bronx sidewalk Wednesday night -- and the gunmen fleeing the scene.

Mortgage rates drop again after hitting 20-year high

The average on the benchmark 30-year rate fell to 6.49% from 6.58% last week. A year ago the average rate was 3.11%.

Scientists make 'wormhole' without rupturing time and space: study

It’s one small step for scientists, one quantum leap for mankind!

LeBron James: Why do you ask me about Kyrie Irving, but not Jerry Jones?

LeBron James wants the tough questions – and not just about Kyrie Irving.

Body of 'Green Book' actor found dumped in Bronx

The body of a likely overdose victim who was dumped from a car in the Bronx earlier this week has now been identified as that of "Green Book" actor Frank...

Unseen intimate photos of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry revealed in Netflix doc

“Harry & Meghan: A Netflix Global Event” comes this December.

TikTok star dead at 21: 'Beautiful inside and out'

"Her posts brought so much confidence and light when I was struggling," wrote one fan of Thakur, who spread messages of self-confidence and body positivity.

'That's not a fish': Black cat drags alligator head into house

Look what the cat dragged in.

I'm 'slut-shamed' for breastfeeding in public — just because I'm busty

This mom’s got some knockers — and they’re virtually shaming her for breastfeeding her toddler in public. 

Nia Long: Celtics never reached out after 'devastating' Ime Udoka scandal

Udoka, who helped lead the Celtics to an NBA Finals appearance in June, was barred from the team for a year after reportedly engaging in an improper and consensual relationship...

Camels go toe to toe in beauty pageant

Happy Hump Day? More than 700 camels from across the Arab world competed in an animal beauty pageant at the Qatar Camel Mzayen Club. The quirky event was timed to...

Morgan Stanley becomes latest bank to cut jobs as dealmaking slows

"Some people are going to be let go," CEO James Gorman said at the Reuters NEXT conference, without specifying numbers.

UK white supremacist could be extradited to US for inspiring Buffalo mass shooter: court

A UK white supremacist could be extradited to the US for posting a series of vile videos that “encouraged and in part motivated” Buffalo mass shooter Payton Gendron, a court...

New NYC rock club to open in shuttered Pyramid Club venue

The owner of the East Village’s 24-year-old Library bar is bringing the neighborhood its first rock club in a generation -- with an estimated March opening.

Tyson Foods CFO pleads not guilty to public intoxication, trespassing -- despite being caught on bodycam

Tyson will face the charges at trial on Feb. 15.

Jobless claims fall by 16,000 after surging a week earlier

Overall, claims remain in line with pre-pandemic levels.

Former NHL player Theo Fleury calls out the league for pushing woke agenda

Retired Canadian hockey star Theo Fleury slammed the National Hockey League (NHL) Wednesday on "Tucker Carlson Tonight" for politicizing the sport. 

Taylor Lorenz defends China's 'zero COVID' lockdowns, bashes US

Lorenz posted a tweet in response to her employer's Twitter link of an article which examines the ramifications of Beijing's "zero COVID" strategy.

I’m a granny with 29 piercings and face tattoos — and I’m not done yet

Her body modification journey is far from finished — but there's still one part she refuses to pierce.

Belgium out of 2022 World Cup in 'Golden Generation' failure

Belgium’s “Golden Generation” is looking like a failure.

Antonio Brown faces arrest for alleged shoe-throwing incident with ex

There is a warrant out for former NFL receiver Antonio Brown's arrest – again – following an alleged domestic violence incident.

World Cup schedule infuriates Argentina coach: 'It's crazy'

Argentina and Australia punched their tickets to the 2022 World Cup knockout round on Wednesday, but they were not completely thrilled about it.

I got trolled for my yellow teeth but now I’m a 'transformation queen'

A woman who was mocked for her messed-up teeth is making haters eat their words after posting a TikTok of her brand-new smile.

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Unhinged fan stabs TV after Mexico is eliminated from 2022 World Cup

A rabid fan has gone viral with his unhinged reaction to Mexico's heartbreaking ouster from the World Cup as he stabs his flat-screen TV.

Here's the 'Gossip Girl' character that embodies your zodiac sign

Spotted, season two of HBO Max's "Gossip Girl, premiering December 1. In honor of headbands and frenemies, designer clothes and destructive tendencies we are taking a look at the zodiac...

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'Squid Game' actor, 78, indicted on indecent assault charges

"Squid Game" star O Yeong-su will stand trial on charges of indecent assault after being accused of inappropriately touching a woman in 2017, a South Korean court said Thursday.

Odell Beckham Jr.’s Giants visit won’t include one big thing

Beckham kicks off his free-agency tour on Thursday with the Giants, followed by the Bills and Cowboys.

'Dog's Most Wanted' star David Robinson dead at 50

Robinson appeared alongside bounty hunter Duane "Dog" Chapman on several episodes.

I can't afford Christmas presents -- so I'm telling my kids Santa isn't real

Rachel, whose kids are all under the age of 10, is playing a risky game of "bill roulette" as she struggles to make ends meet.

Florida yanks $2B from 'woke' BlackRock over 'social-engineering project'

Florida's CFO called BlackRock's ESG focus "the opposite of what an asset manager is paid to do."

US soccer hero gives the injury update everyone was waiting for: 'Didn't get hit in the balls'

The US Soccer star cleared up the speculation surrounding his injury.

Man's body found off LI two weeks after he apparently fell off boat

Pierre Morris, 45, was found dead off of Smith Point County Park in Shirley, New York, Wednesday, two weeks after he was believed to have fallen into the water while...

Devastated dad of butchered Idaho student reveals chilling new details about her death

The devastated father of murdered University of Idaho student Kaylee Goncalves revealed during a candlelight vigil Wednesday night that she died in the same bed as her longtime best friend,...

Will, Kate mocked with 'USA' chants, boos at Celtics game

New videos show Prince William and Kate Middleton being mocked with raucous chants of “USA, USA” as they sat courtside at a Celtics game on the first night of their...

Fed's preferred inflation gauge shows prices eased to still-high 6%

The report also showed that consumers spent more in October, even after adjusting for inflation.

College Football Playoff is finally expanding to 12 teams

It's happening!

Deadline to apply to NYC public schools extended after website crashes

The deadline to apply New York City's public high and middle schools was extended Thursday, after the website accepting applications crashed one day before the paperwork was due.

School bus packed with children slams into NY house causing serious injuries

A school bus packed with school boys between the ages of six and 11 rolled down a hill and crashed into a house in a suburb north of New York...

Harry and Meghan's Netflix documentary trailer releases

The exiled Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s candid Netflix documentary series “Harry & Meghan. A Netflix Global Event” dropped its first trailer on Thursday, giving fans a glimpse at their...

Letter bomb discovered at US Embassy in Madrid, latest site to be targeted

The US embassy in Madrid was on high alert Thursday after receiving what is believed to be a letter bomb -- just one day after a similar package burst into...

How 'The White Lotus' can help married couples spice up their sex life

If you’ve been following my column this year, you will notice I’ve become slightly obsessed with this new craze taking over the dating world called ENM which stands for ethically non-monogamous.

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Dow falls as Wall Street ends mixed despite signs of easing inflation

Major indexes are coming off of their second straight month of gains.

I have a Santa-phobia and I'm terrified to put up Christmas decorations

His "Claus-strophobia" is a real nightmare before Christmas.

Zoe Saldaña: I felt 'artistically stuck' from 10 years of movie franchises

Zoe Saldaña made her mark in Hollywood by starring in popular movie franchises such as "Marvel," "Avatar" and "Star Trek."

Thieves steal $35K of Apple products in brazen daylight robbery on Black Friday

Video shows a seemingly unarmed duo yanking multiple iPhones and laptops from display tables and pushing past customers -- but largely not being stopped or challenged by employees in the...

Boy, 10, shot mom dead because she refused to make Amazon purchase: cops

A 10-year-old Milwaukee boy fatally shot his mother in the face because she would not buy him a virtual reality headset -- then logged onto her Amazon account and ordered...

Charity boss denies Buckingham Palace reached out after race scandal

Ngozi Fulani called the the racist comments she received from courtier Lady Susan Hussey at a charity reception “a form of abuse.”

Sam Bankman-Fried said parents' $16.4M Bahamas house was meant for FTX staff

"I don't know the details of the house for my parents," Bankman-Fried told The New York Times' Andrew Ross Sorkin.

Maine Dem rips Biden for 'fancy' Macron state dinner with 200 Maine lobsters

After it emerged that butter-poached Maine lobster would be on the menu for Biden's White House meal with Macron, Rep. Jared Golden took aim at the ritzy celebration.

Baseball's Hall of Fame spitball 'outlaw' dead at 84

Gaylord Perry pitched for eight teams during his illustrious 22-year career, winning the Cy Young with Cleveland in 1972 and San Diego in 1978.

Bidens greet French President Emmanuel Macron, wife Brigitte at White House

President Biden and first lady Jill Biden greeted French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife at the White House on Thursday as the two long-time allies plan to discuss a...

Thief in Amazon vest swipes packages from Queens building, punches worker

The brazen crook struck at around 10:18 a.m. on Nov. 9 at a building near 44th Avenue and 74th Street.

Here's what Sam Bankman-Fried thinks about all those Madoff comparisons

SBF also addressed whether he fears going to jail during a bombshell interview.

Mom accidentally wraps Christmas presents with X-rated wrapping paper

We love a cheeky Christmas story around this time of year. And while we're usually guaranteed lights accidentally shaped like a penis or dress-ups and ornaments not meant for children, one mum has given us...

People think my baby is wearing a wig — but he was just born with Beatles hair

"We do a man bun every day just to keep it out of his face and eyes," his mom said. "It's his thing."

Player prop bets to consider for Bills vs. Patriots

NFL Week 13 predictions, picks, odds, props for Bills vs. Patriots on "Thursday Night Football" on Amazon Prime Video.

I'm a Mariah Carey look-alike — and I make bank over the Holidays

"At one of her shows, the venue's security guards protected me when I arrived as if I were her until I explained."

College hoops coach restrained by security during wild ejection: 'F--k you'

Tensions boiled over in the second half of Wednesday's game when Vanderbilt's Liam Robbins was called for a technical foul.

Jets running back fumes over lack of playing time: 'Pisses me off'

“Obviously, I didn’t come here not to play. Obviously, they brought me here for a reason.”

McCarthy warns Jan. 6 panel to preserve records, vows GOP probe

​Republican House Minority Leader Rep. Kevin McCarthy is vowing to investigate the special committee probing the Jan. 6 Capitol riot -- warning the committee's head to preserve all records and...

NYC set to hire top senior rat-killing czar for $170K job

The Adams administration posted a new job listing Wednesday for a Director of Rodent Migration, a position that pays between $120,000 and $170,000 — but also requires a college degree.

Mexico soccer coach fired immediately after World Cup exit

An early exit from the World Cup has cost Mexico’s coach his job.

Simon trolled after appearing unrecognizable in video

"Madame Tussauds unveiled their new waxwork of Simon Cowell," quipped one Twit wit of the "America's Got Talent" host.

How UFC karate stylist nearly had bigger role on 'Cobra Kai'

Stephen Thompson, who had a small role in the new season of "Cobra Kai," will fight Kevin Holland in a welterweight UFC Fight Night main event on Saturday.

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Washington barber shot while cutting 8-year-old child’s hair

A Washington barbershop owner was slaughtered in his own shop Wednesday night -- while he was giving an 8-year-old child a hair cut.

World Cup star caught in 'absurd' allegation of affair with teammate's wife

Dusan Vlahovic, a striker on Serbia's national team, has vehemently denied allegations he is having an affair with the wife of a teammate, calling the claims "absurd."

Straphanger stabbed in chest at NYC subway station during rush hour

A 37-year-old man was stabbed at the Jamaica Center - Parsons/Archer station in Queens after getting into an argument with a subway rider whom he didn't know, and who still...

I got life-changing hair transplants after years of balding agony

"Suffering from hair loss totally crippled my confidence," she said.

The secret to many Islanders’ pre-game routines? A nap

There is a phenomenon in the world of hockey, and it flourishes within this Islanders team.

China easing 'zero-COVID' policy after historic protests

China is finally easing its brutal "zero-COVID" policies after nearly a week of the biggest uprising in decades. Vice Premier Sun Chunlan, who oversees COVID efforts, signaled the change Wednesday...

How the Knicks' young hopes are plateauing — and what it means

It is the overriding factor in the Knicks' mediocre 10-12 start, as well as why they have yet to beat a quality opponent at home.

BASE jumper's death-defying mishap caught on camera

Heart-stopping footage shows the moment a BASE jumper smashed into the side of a Utah cliff and dangled 100 feet above the ground from his parachute. The jumper was knocked...

'Harry & Meghan' doc reveals 'what's happening behind closed doors': trailer

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are baring it all.

Man found dead with knife in chest in Brooklyn

A 38-year-old man was discovered with a knife lodged in his chest in the Sunset Park section Wednesday night, but police say they don't know yet if it was a...

New York is filled with playoff bubble teams. Which will make it?

Six of the seven New York-area teams are listed at 50 percent or better to reach their respective postseasons.

Three picks to win outright at the Hero World Challenge

Here are three winner picks to consider before play starts Thursday morning.

No altitude advice was given before Dallas air show crash: report

There had been no coordination of altitudes in briefings before the flight or while the planes were in the air, the NTSB said.

Looky-loos flock to watch glowing lava ooze from Hawaii volcano

“It’s Mother Nature showing us her face,” she said, as the volcano belched gas on the horizon. “It’s pretty exciting.”

Man charged in road-rage shooting that killed 8-year-old girl

An Arizona man has been charged with murder in connection with a road-rage shooting that left an 8-year-old girl dead in the back seat of her father’s car.

Marcus Samuelsson on the gifts that add spice to his Miami life

An eight-time James Beard Award-winning chef and TV personality, Marcus Samuelsson has restaurants around the globe (including hot spots in New York, Las Vegas, Sweden, Finland, Canada and the Bahamas)....

Musk expects Neuralink's brain chip to begin human trials in 6 months

"We want to be extremely careful and certain that it will work well before putting a device into a human," Musk said during a much-awaited public update on the device.

Christmas season kicks off in NYC with Rockefeller tree lighting

Musical guests, celebrities, and people in the holiday spirit converged at Rockefeller Center for the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

Man accused of killing Massachusetts couple after argument over barking dog

Keeley was living in the couple's home as a favor to a family member, but had recently been asked to leave, a friend of the suspect told police, according to...

Dear Abby: My husband refuses to work

Dear Abby advises a woman whose husband refuses to work, and another woman in a long-distance relationship.

5 gang members plead guilty to killing of Bronx teen

The five men are the latest to be convicted for the horrific, caught-on-camera slaying of the innocent 15-year-old in a Bronx bodega on June 20, 2018 that left New York...

NBA star scores 51 in just three quarters in dominant night

Devin Booker scored a season-high 51 points in just three quarters, and the Suns stretched their winning streak to six games with a 132-113 victory.

Knicks big man dominates hours after questioning his role

Mitchell Robinson was clear: He’s happy with his Knicks role despite the impression he left earlier on Twitter before their 109-103 loss to the Bucks.

Boxing star Canelo Alvarez apologizes to Lionel Messi for World Cup threat

Mexican boxer Canelo Alvarez apologized for publicly threatening Lionel Messi after he took offense to a dressing-room video that appeared to show the Argentine striker nudging away a Mexican jersey...

Authorities say they don't know if slaughtered Idaho students were 'targeted'

“Detectives do not currently know if the residence or any occupants were specifically targeted but continue to investigate," police said.

Rundown on Thursday’s four World Cup matches

Here’s a look at Thursday's World Cup matches:

Former NFL QB, college star dead at 82

John Hadl, the six-time Pro Bowl quarterback who starred for the Chargers in the 1960s, died Wednesday at 82. No cause of death was announced.

Biden appears to declare himself the greatest president in US history

President Biden all but declared himself as the greatest president in America’s history on Wednesday. "I tell you what," the president said. "No one’s ever done as much as president as...

Republicans denounce new House Dem leader Hakeem Jeffries as an ‘election denier’

Republicans blasted newly elected House Democratic leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries on Wednesday for repeatedly denying the legitimacy of former President Donald Trump's 2016 election.  The social media offensive came from...

Will Smith, who's banned from the Oscars, could get a nom for 'Emancipation'

The actor is very good in the movie, and maybe even — buckle up — an Oscar contender.

'RAWR!': Tyrannosaurus rex footprint discovered in remote Alaska National Park

The exciting finding is the first evidence that the once-terrifying beasts roamed the region, according to park rangers. 

Attorney caught on camera trying to shoot ex as customers tackle gunman

A crazed attorney from Austin, Texas was caught on camera trying to shoot and kill his ex-girlfriend at the bar she worked at on Saturday, police said.

Maryland cops fatally shoot man who killed dad, injured mom in knife attack

Three Frederick County Sheriff’s Office cops fired at the unidentified man as he rushed toward them early Tuesday morning, the Maryland Attorney General's Office said.

Seventh time is the charm for Rangers backup

When the Rangers needed it most, Jaroslav Halak, who finally picked up his first win as a Blueshirt, stopped 34 of the 35 shots in the team's 3-1 win.

Discover the possibilities at Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun

The new Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun offers an all-ages, all-inclusive escape that’s luxurious, exciting and relaxing. It’s a first-class getaway, no matter how you want to vacation! 

Jalen Rose and MC Lyte talk hip-hop and fashion

On the latest episode of the "Jalen Rose: Renaissance Man" podcast, Jalen talks with MC Lyte about being a female pioneer in hip-hop, her fashion choices and taking a stance...