December 24, 2022

How Knicks star broke out of brutal shooting slump before eruption

Friday night was the apex, an evening when almost every shot RJ Barrett tossed up went in. 

Adnan Syed from 'Serial' podcast lands job with Georgetown University

Adnan Syed, the subject of the hit crime podcast “Serial” whose murder conviction was vacated earlier this year, has been hired by Georgetown University to help assist recently released prisoners...

Giants done in by these uncharacteristic mistakes

The Giants know that smart football beats big box-score numbers. 

JonBenet Ramsey's dad reveals painful regret about 6-year-old's final Christmas

"So that's another life lesson ... don't be so busy that you say we've got to wait until tomorrow. That's what I remember most from that day."

Heroes, zeros from Giants' loss to Vikings

Heroes, zeros and the full blitz from the Giants' 27-24 loss to the Vikings.

Giants receiver holds his own in heated battle with legendary corner amid career day

Patrick Peterson had built a Hall of Fame résumé before Isaiah Hodgins entered college in 2017, let alone began finding his way in the NFL. 

Wild video shows woman's close encounter with lightning strike

Brittany Labonte estimated she was only 50 feet from the bolt when it came crashing down, but besides feeling the rumble of the building, she didn’t experience any effects from...

Alberta Clipper to bring snow showers to blizzard-weary northern US starting Christmas

An Alberta Clipper is a quick-moving weather system from western Canada that sweeps across northern sections of the US.

Giants prove they belong in this elite conversation

The Giants will be a bear in the playoffs once they officially punch their tickets. We thought that might be the case. We know it is now.

35-pound raccoon steals Missouri state record

There are big raccoons, and then there are BIG raccoons.

Man arrested at JFK trying to smuggle gun inside Jif peanut butter jars

A Rhode Island man found himself in a sticky situation at New York's JFK airport -- after he was busted trying to sneak a disassembled gun through security in jars...

5 teens in fatal Mall of America shooting stopped for fast food after murder: cops

Police believe the shooting was an escalation of a "long-standing feud" between two groups of teens.

A prayer to remember the spirit of Christmas

And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

At least 3 dead as winter storm dumps record 22 inches of snow on Buffalo

At least three people died in Buffalo Saturday as a record amount of snowfall piled onto the city.

Trump blasts Jan. 6 committee as 'sick people' and 'Marxists' after damning report

"These are sick people. These are Marxists. And they're very dangerous and very bad people,” the former president said, again calling the probe a "witch hunt."

NHL's looming change doesn't fix flawed system

Adding two intradivisional matches while increasing the NHL schedule to 84 games next season is tantamount to putting a Band-Aid on a gunshot wound.

Boy, 9, makes it home for Christmas after being stabbed in back by homeless man in Target

Brayden Medina, was able to walk out of the hospital on his own Friday after he was stabbed in the back by a homeless man.

'Dry January' can work, yes, but beware a 'boozy December': experts

"One downside of planning on a ‘Dry January’ is that people tend to booze more during December in anticipation of a dry month," one expert warned.

Letters to the Editor — Dec. 25, 2022

New York Post readers weigh in on chaos in city shelters, the death of an FDNY hero, woke royal-haters and more.

ABC News' 'This Week' producer dead at 37

Dax Tejera, the executive producer of the ABC’s "This Week with George Stephanopoulos" died suddenly Friday at the age of 37.

Carson Wentz immediately leads touchdown drive after Commanders bench QB

Carson Wentz is back under center in Washington. At least for now.

Latest Twitter Files shows government agencies meddled in content moderation for years

The CIA has been meddling in Twitter's internal content moderation for years, according to the latest dispatches from the "Twitter Files."

Magnitude-5.4 earthquake latest in a series of seismic events to shake Texas

Residents were caught off guard Friday evening by another magnitude-5.5 quake centered near the town of Midland.

MMA fans allege Chechen dictator's son's debut fight win was fixed

Fans simply couldn’t believe what they were seeing. From the replays it’s hard to argue the fight is anything but fixed.

Giants not letting heartbreaker derail ultimate goal

The Giants were 30 minutes from the playoffs. 

Multiple deaths, 700K without power & travel headaches as storm continues to batter US

At least 17 people across the US have been killed as the harrowing bomb cyclone pummels the nation with a dangerous mix of heavy snow, raging winds, and sub-zero temperatures. 

Wild video shows car sliding down icy street colliding with multiple vehicles

Winter weather in Seattle, Washington created dangerous driving conditions as one video shows a car sliding down a street and crashing into multiple vehicles.

Giants Week 16 report card: No answer for Vikings superstar

Grading the Giants' 27-24 loss to the Vikings.

NYPD releases photo of Rockefeller Center slashing suspect

The suspect was described 25 to 35 years old, 5-foot-10 and 175 pounds, police said. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, multicolored sweatshirt, blue jeans and multicolored sneakers.

Each local team's most memorable moment of successful year

So 2022 was actually good for everybody, especially after so many years of awful, brutal seasons stacked high on top of each other.

Cops searching for kidnapped infant discover boy after stopping at restaurant to eat

Five-month-old Kason Thomass had been missing for three days after a car he was in with his twin, Kyair Thomass, was stolen in Columbus, Ohio, while their mother picked up...

Warriors star thinks team is 'very fragile' after horrendous road trip

Draymond Green sees the Warriors as “very fragile” after a rough patch of losses on the road.

'Avatar: The Way of Water' still blowing the competition out of the — you know

For the second week in a row, "Avatar: The Way of Water" led the box office, and on Friday alone, pooled in $19.5 in sales.

Christmas Eve Central Park proposal adds sparkle to holiday

On Christmas Eve, Mohit Khanna proposed to his girlfriend of five years, Preeti Walia, overlooking Bow Bridge in Central Park.

Taliban orders NGOs to suspend female employees over headscarves

It was not immediately clear if the order applies to all women or only Afghan women working at the NGOs.

Nets star finally doing what they expected when they traded for him

This is what the Nets pictured — or at least something close to it — when they traded for Ben Simmons 10 months ago.

Patriots owner gives viral fan VIP treatment at Gillette Stadium

The New England Patriots and owner Robert Kraft welcomed home a fan who went viral during their game last week.

Woman surprises niece, nephews for Christmas by posing as 'The Elf on the Shelf' on 10-foot high ledge

A Colorado woman may deserve an award for "best aunt" after surprising her niece and nephews for Christmas in true, festive fashion.

NYC sees massive s-s-s-pike in snake complaints: data

Overall, the 311 hotline has logged 440 complaints since Jan. 1 about “illegal animals.”

Rangers prospects will be on display at IIHF World Junior Championships

The Rangers have five prospects — each competing for a different country.

Curtis Stone and wife Lindsay Price-Stone get 'In the Spirit' in star-studded series

"The idea for the show was to reach out to a handful of friends and say, 'What do you do for Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas Eve, etc. what are your traditions?"

Eight shows and movies to watch on Christmas 2022

Since Christmas Day falls on a Sunday this year, here's a look ahead at your viewing choices, from specials to new movies hitting the streaming world.

Tesla shuts down Shanghai plant as COVID cases in China surge

The work stoppage comes as COVID infections are surging in China.

Cops looking for gunman in brazen NYC afternoon slaying

The suspect peppered Elgin Reynolds with gunfire after approaching him on 165th Street, near Jamaica Avenue at about 12:15 p.m. Friday, police said.

Giants' crushing last-second loss puts playoff clinch on hold

The Giants did not get what they wanted or needed but they did extend one of the best teams in the NFL to the absolute limit. 

We hate Wham!'s holiday hit so we're trying to get it off air forever

"It is being played 5,000 times per day," Hannah Mazetti said of the Christmas earworm. "We felt something had to be done to support the people that suffer like us."

Winter break on horizon: US to see significantly warmer temps after frigid Christmas blizzard

As the nation powers through a deadly arctic outbreak that brought sub-zero readings to the northern tier of the country and a hard freeze, not seen in several years, to the South,...

Iced out: Rangers, MSG sued by podcaster for allegedly stealing for advertisement

Anthony Rivardo of the "Fireside Rangers" podcast is suing the Blueshirts and Madison Square Garden, claiming they "ripped off" parts of his work.

Ukrainian kids get Christmas cheer — including generators — from US donors

"The majority of those kids just overnight were taught how to say thank you in English," Byelich said. "You see them light up, their eyes get big as they look...

Mets, Carlos Correa have every reason to get deal done despite medical snag

The Mets and Correa are said to be working on things Saturday in an effort to make Correa a Met a reality.

'Matilda the Musical' review: Netflix does halfway decent Dahl

What’s better at Christmastime than watching a group of petrified children being called “maggots” by their cruel teacher?

Make this play on the total during the Hawaii Bowl on Christmas Eve

Here's our favorite bet for San Diego State vs. Middle Tennessee State during the Hawaii Bowl on Christmas Eve.

Cardinal Timothy Dolan's message for Christmas 2022

The mystery and meaning of the holiday is personal for us all, Cardinal Timothy Dolan says.

Lights out in LA: Mayor vetoes lighting of the Hollywood sign

L.A. mayor Eric Garcetti signed a directive to allow for the lighting of the Hollywood sign. His successor, Mayor Karen Bass, put the kibosh on it.

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This Rhode Island man's home nativity scene has over 400 pieces

A Rhode Island man assembled a nativity scene with more than 400 pieces. Eugenio "Geno" Milano, 80, an Italian native who lives in Providence, maintains the tradition left by his...

Idaho professor sues TikToker who accused her of killing 4 students

A history professor at the University of Idaho is suing a cyber-sleuth for defamation after the would-be detective accused her of involvement in the campus slayings last month. 

Tony Dungy on young Bill Belichick, meeting Peyton Manning, nearly joining Giants

NBC NFL analyst and former Buccaneers and Colts coach Tony Dungy, who won a Super Bowl with Peyton Manning, takes a timeout for some Q&A with Post columnist Steve Serby. 

Student's hands crushed by airplane engine at NYC high school, suit claims

A boy's hands were crushed by an airplane engine during shop class at a city technical high school, a lawsuit claims.

Darkness and eating pets: Russian state media pushes grim anti-Europe Christmas ad

Putin's propaganda outlet taunted its western foes by forecasting a future where Europe's families will eat their pets and live in darkness.

NYC landlords get new fines moments after ousting sex abuser's squatters

A pair of Brooklyn landlords are facing $5,000 in new building violations after finally ousting squatters who allegedly had been brought into their homes by a convicted sex abuser currently...

Christmas brain teaser: Can you find Rudolph among the reindeer?

A graphic artist who designs seek-and-find puzzles is offering a new puzzle in the spirit of Christmas.

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This logic makes MLB salaries look even more ridiculous

Does it make much difference who strikes out swinging for a home run every at-bat? Does it matter which $100 million starter has been removed, the game again placed in...

Bills facing potential travel nightmare home as blizzard shuts down airport

The Buffalo Bills are going to need an alternate travel plan home from Chicago this weekend.

We build a huge Lego display with 400,000 pieces each Christmas

"It's quite a social thing, and it keeps us warm too," Mike Addis, a retired economics teacher, declared of the hobby-turned-obsession.

NYPD pilot stripped of badge after wife arrested for vaccine fraud

An NYPD pilot claims he was unjustly stripped of his gun and badge after his nurse wife was arrested for allegedly taking part in a COVID-19 vaccine fraud scheme.

Empire state 'suffering' under Arctic blast: Gov. Hochul

"Mother nature threw the kitchen sink at us this time," Hochul said.

Kari out: Judge rejects GOP gov hopeful, effectively ending election challenge

An Arizona judge issued a ruling against Kari Lake's election lawsuit Saturday, all but ensuring that Katie Hobbs will become the next governor of the state.

Woman whose dog plunged to its death drives Soho neighbors away: court papers

Stacey Kirkland has allegedly harassed and threatened other residents of 429 Broome St.,; clogged the hallway with Amazon packages and allowed her nine dogs to relieve themselves inside, filling the...

Soccer legend's family gathers at hospital as cancer worsens

Family members of Brazilian soccer great Pelé are gathering at the Albert Einstein hospital in Sao Paulo where the 82-year-old global icon has been since the end of November.

Arctic sea smoke from Lake Michigan blankets Chicago: video

Lake Michigan water temperatures were hovering around 40 degrees while the air temperature was 5 below zero.

Expect Jets to 'move on' from Zach Wilson after season: Jay Glazer

Jay Glazer thinks the Zach Wilson era is officially over with the Jets.

Renewed violence breaks out in Paris after deadly attack on Kurdish community

Violence broke out for a second day in Paris Saturday after a deadly attack on a Kurdish community center and two businesses.

Korean war vet's family fights on in bogus speeding ticket mess

John J. Maffucci sued the city in January after he started getting speeding tickets from the Big Apple in the mail -- even though the then 90-year-old hadn't set foot...

'Missing' poster circulates asking where Eric Adams is during storm

Questions continue to swirl about the location of the city's top pol, who has not been seen since Thursday.

El Paso took too long to respond to migrant crisis: critics

Officials in this frontier city have been slow to act in the face of a months-long tidal wave of asylum seekers.

House GOP leaders aware of George Santos fabrications

Senior House Republicans were aware fabrications and embellishments to Rep-elect George Santos's professional biography multiple insiders close to House GOP leadership told The Post.

Titans-Texans kickoff get delayed due to extreme weather, power outages

The Tennessee Titans delayed their Christmas Eve game against the Houston Texans after a request by Nashville Mayor John Cooper.

Rikers Island officers working 100-plus hours weekly, stuck sleeping in jail's parking lot

Guards on Rikers Island are so overworked that many clock in an average of more than 100 hours a week at the scandal-scarred jail complex, records show.

Joe Rogan podcast guest explains 'heart-wrenching' source of electric vehicle, iPhone batteries

Siddharth Kara, author of "Cobalt Red: How The Blood of The Congo Powers Our Lives," said that there’s no such thing as "clean cobalt.’"

'Shocked' neighbors recall NYC doctor's final hours before gruesome park slaying

A pediatrician found with his throat slashed in a Manhattan park was seen driving his car out of his Bronx apartment building garage just hours before his gruesome demise, a...

How New York City’s affordable housing problem can be solved

Public policy, so far, has only managed to make New York City’s housing crisis worse. But it can be solved with a few simple changes.

Key agencies absent from Idaho student slaughter investigation as local cops scramble for answers

Idaho’s three Crime Stoppers programs failure to offer cash rewards in exchange for tips that lead to the arrest of the party who brutally murdered four University of Idaho students...

Bear steals box of bagels off North Carolina porch

"While I'm sorry you couldn't enjoy your gift, the image of that bear eating bagels and cream cheese is just too funny!" one Facebook user toasted.

At least 7 dead, 58 injured after Russian shelling in Kherson

Seven people were killed and at least 58 injured by Russian missile strikes on the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson Saturday, officials said.

DK Metcalf, other Seahawks go shirtless in frigid Kansas City cold

The Seahawks are unfazed by the frigid cold in Kansas City.

'Snowcone': White parole officer claims racist bosses ignored threats against her

A white Brooklyn parole officer claims that she was racially discriminated against by colleagues who called her a "snowcone."

How a miracle tool enables severely autistic kids to communicate for the first time

An amazing — and controversial — teaching technique called Spelling2Communicate or “S2C” is just starting to gain acceptance. It isn’t easy. Learning it can take up to a year. But,...

Mets suddenly concerned about Carlos Correa's physical

After his deal with the Giants fell apart earlier this week because of a discrepancy in his medical evaluation, Carlos Correa’s physical with the Mets has now raised concerns as...

Yuletide yarn: World's largest crocheted Christmas tree knitted in Portugal

The world's largest crocheted Christmas tree, that stands at over 55 feet, was crafted by 70 women from ages 11 to 88 in Portugal.

Ex-beau in Idaho student murders heartbroken: 'Half of America' thinks he's killer

Speaking publicly for the first time, Brooke Miller said that her nephew, Jack DuCoeur, is devastated by Kaylee Goncalves' murder.

Why Carlos Rodon's success is far from a sure thing for Yankees

Now, to the group photo comes Carlos Rodon on a six-year, $162 million contract. He has pitched like an ace the past two seasons — kind of as Cole did...

House Republicans say probe of DOJ, FBI will include Facebook

The company formerly known as Facebook is facing growing questions about its relationship with the FBI.

'Miracle' menorah found in rubble of destroyed Ukraine synagogue lit for Hanukkah

A menorah recovered this month in the rubble of a ruined synagogue in Mariupol, Ukraine has been lit throughout the Hanukkah holiday.

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Familiar face could be running Patriots offense in 2023: 'Strong option'

Matt Patricia's struggles could be Bill O'Brien's opening to get back in the NFL.

Biden should declare NYC migrant crisis an 'emergency,' Council caucus says

A bipartisan City Council coalition wants the White House to declare a federal emergency because of the asylum-seeker crisis -- a move they said should free up funding for the...

Over 100 frozen bats rescued from Houston bridge

The Houston Humane Society rescued 138 frozen bats living on Waugh Drive Bridge, which is a popular area for bat watching.

The perfect present: Alabama baby has same birthday as both her parents

An Alabama baby born on Dec. 18 already accomplished an incredible feat: The little one shares the same birthday as both of her parents.

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Jessie James Decker reveals bloody 'Rockin Eve' mishap with COVID test gone awry

Jessie James Decker revealed a COVID test mishap that occurred right before the 2020 broadcast of "Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest." This is the country singer's fourth...

He's not fed up: Elon Musk defends FBI despite censorship

Musk said he supports the FBI even after a series of disclosures showing how they sought to influence the 2020 US elections.

Inside the posh Swiss upbringing of Brad Pitt's new love interest

De Ramon grew up on the shores of Lake Geneva in a posh suburb called Cologny where her father reportedly works in finance.

Man proposes to 76ers dancer during game: 'She's out of my league'

A man proposed to a Sixers dancer on the court during a break in the team's game against the Clippers in Philadelphia on Friday night.

King Charles' first-ever Christmas speech may have a 'surprise'

King Charles' first-ever Christmas speech is being kept under wraps until it airs at 10am EST on Christmas Day.

'Ozark,' 'Inventing Anna' among favorite TV shows in 2022: poll

In addition to securing the No. 1 choice with Season 4 of “Ozark,” Netflix represented half of the overall top 10 list, as well as half the best scripted series.

80,000 hopes for 2023 written at Times Square Wishing Wall so far

An annual tradition since 2007, the colorful pieces of confetti bearing people’s wishes will rain down on a crowd gathered in Times Square to ring in the new year on...

A new generation of Catholics discovers Latin Mass, 60 years after Vatican II

Of the 17,000 Catholic parishes in the United States, 592 of them perform the Latin Mass — including at least six in New York City and four (including Most Precious Blood) in...

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United Airlines flight to Newark, delayed overhead compartment leaking

A delayed United airlines flight landed in the early morning Christmas Eve, only for passengers to wait at least another hour on the tarmac as the plane's overhead compartment began...

NFL weighs in on if Giants committed pass interference vs. Commanders

It won’t do the Commanders any good now, but the NFL is offering a mea culpa for a no-call at the end of their loss to the Giants last Sunday.

Titans get the Ryan Tannehill injury news they feared

Ryan Tannehill’s season appears to be over. According to ESPN, the Titans quarterback had surgery for his high ankle sprain this week, will miss the rest of the regular season...

Not so sweet: Principal's union mocks parents' snack-ban charge with doughnuts

A union rep for the embattled head of PS 166 on the Upper West Side brazenly responded to a front-page New York Post story about the principal’s "Grinch-like" approach to...

The age of 'mavericks' like Elon Musk, Donald Trump and Kanye West is over

The year 2022 has seen "mavericks" ranging from Elon Musk, Sarah Palin, Boris Johnson, Kanye West and former President Donald Trump making their presence known and upending the status quo...

The (often shocking) stories behind most beloved Christmas traditions

A surprising number of those holiday traditions are not at all family-friendly, including exhumed skulls and spousal murder, illicit bribes and drunken brawls.

The holiday hubbub is taking over Midtown NYC and beyond

The tourist hordes are back with a nerves-rattling elbows-in-your-face force — and they're spreading faster than a virus, well beyond Gotham’s traditional holiday zones.

Bizarre 'nipple' manicure shocks Instagram: 'Tasteless'

"Those boobies look botched, but I get the idea. C for creativity," one Instagrammer conceded.

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Whoopi repeats Holocaust slur that got her suspended from 'The View'

Whoopi Goldberg repeated her past controversial views about the Holocaust in which she claimed the genocide had not been "racial."

Two injured in overnight mayhem across NYC

One man was shot in the leg and another was critically injured in a bar fight in separate incidents in Manhattan overnight, police said.

Best bet for Cowboys vs. Eagles with no Jalen Hurts

Here are our picks for Cowboys vs. Eagles, which kicks off Saturday at 4:25 p.m. ET on Fox.

Why America’s billionaires need to lead the fight to cure cancer

Robert Duggan is not a scientist. In fact, he’s a college dropout. But Duggan became a billionaire, launching and selling multiple companies, and eventually using his money to fund cancer...

Four anytime touchdown bets in the NFL on Christmas weekend

The frolicking magical Christmas season only got more joyous when the NFL implored an unheralded football schedule on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

New WH data dump shows record number of migrants crossed into US in November

US Customs and Border Protection had 233,740 migrant encounters across the length of the nearly 2,000 mile south in November, the highest every recorded for that month and up from...

We're so obsessed with Christmas we hoarded 133 decorated trees in our home

"We're kind of hoarders at heart," Tom Kereluk declared. "I just can't throw anything out, so I make trees that have stuff that I already have."

Our three best bets for Seahawks vs. Chiefs

Here are our best bets for Seattle Seahawks and Kansas City Chiefs, which is scheduled to air at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday on FOX.

Take a shot on these two NFL Week 16 picks

The Wildcat returns for his 26th season in The Post, including the 1997-2021 season in the Bettor’s Guide.

Elon Musk denies shutting down Twitter suicide prevention feature

Elon Musk officially denied a report that Twitter under his management had shut down a feature intended to prevent suicide by users of the platform.

Giants GM, players, radio play-by-play voice escape Mall of America shooting

Giants radio play-by-play announcer Bob Papa and multiple players escaped a Mall of America shooting on Friday night in Bloomington, Minn.

Best bet for Bills vs. Bears on Christmas Eve

Here's how we're playing the point total during Bills vs. Bears at 1 p.m. ET on Christmas Eve.

Two picks for NFL Week 16

Action Network NFL analyst C Jackson Cowart is in his first season in The Post’s Bettor’s Guide. Here are his best bets for Week 16.

Three picks for Bengals vs. Patriots

Coming off one of the most demoralizing losses in recent memory, the New England Patriots will return to Foxborough.

Kevin Durant is the reason the Nets aren’t playing on Christmas

The Nets are conspicuously absent from the NBA's Christmas schedule. Instead, the players will enjoy being able to spend the holiday with their families.

Picks against the spread for every Saturday NFL game

Dave Blezow makes his NFL Week 16 picks for Sunday's games. All lines courtesy of BetMGM.

NFL Week 16 predictions for every game

Here are our picks against the spread for every NFL game during this Christmas weekend.

How we're betting Vikings vs. Giants on Christmas Eve

Here’s how we’re betting Saturday’s contest between the Vikings and Giants, which kicks off at 1 p.m. ET on Fox.

Elite Texas agents go undercover as migrants to nab smugglers

Specially trained members of the Criminal Investigation Division of the Texas Department of Public Safety have perhaps the most dangerous job on the border.

22 dead in fire at illegal shelter in Russia

The man who rented the building has been arrested and charged with violation of safety regulations resulting in multiple deaths.

FedEx, UPS warn mail delivery could be interrupted by storm as driver safety takes priority

FedEx and UPS announced mail delivery could be interrupted by the massive winter storm moving across the U.S. after key distribution hubs were blasted by the severe weather conditions.

Giants vs. Vikings: Preview, predictions, what to watch for

Stopping the run has been a bugaboo for the Giants all season.

Fiend believed to have killed over 20 tourists flies commercial to France

Charles Sobhraj, a convicted killer who police believe killed more than 20 western backpackers on the "hippie trail" through Asia in the 1970s and 1980s, returned to France on Saturday.

Police deliver life-saving gift in specialty Lamborghini

Italian police used their souped-up luxury Lamborghini Huracán to deliver two kidneys to recipients in need, the department shared Tuesday.

Ex-Yankees prospect looks to continue college football career at 29 years old

Aune, college football's oldest active quarterback at 29 years old, entered the transfer portal following his junior season at the University of North Texas in a bid to use his...

Dear Abby: I saw my relative's boyfriend groping other women at a party

Dear Abby advises a woman who observed a relative's boyfriend engaging in inappropriate behavior, a man who got cheated in a business deal, and more.

Winning numbers revealed for Mega Millions' second-largest prize of year

A little extra holiday cash never hurt anyone!

Baby chimp who won over hearts on social media found dead in mom's arms

A Kansas chimpanzee who showed the world what a mother's love looks like is now mourning with millions after the unexpected death of her 5-week-old son.

Former mayor dies in small plane crash on popular beach

A passenger who died after a small plane crashed onto the Santa Monica beach has been identified as the city’s former mayor, 95-year-old Rex Minter, officials confirmed.

Saquon Barkley finally on cusp of long-awaited Giants mission

Saquon Barkley doesn’t want to jinx anything. 

Nets coach lauds this much-improved area

To Vaughn, one area shined brightest: rebounding. 

Fatal shooting at Mall of America sends shoppers scrambling

Between five and nine people were involved in the melee and one of the men whipped out a weapon and opened fire.

Jets' elimination scenarios: How playoff hopes can end this weekend

The Jets, on a four-game losing streak, can be eliminated from the playoffs this weekend if the following happen:

Islanders youngster scores in 'surreal' NHL debut

By the end of Friday night, he heard his name chanted at UBS Arena after he scored to give the Islanders a two-goal lead.

NFL owner ordered to take paternity test as 26-year-old claims to be daughter

The 80-year-old Jones and his wife, Gene, were married in 1963.

Knicks star's 'frustrating' free-throw misses prove costly

Jalen Brunson had another tough shooting night on Friday, but his misses from the free-throw line proved most costly for the Knicks. 

Jets coach makes telling concession about team's playoff chances

Jets head coach Robert Saleh acknowledged Friday the chances of his team making the playoffs are slim.

Look to these receivers for last-minute fantasy football value

The Giants might lack high-end wide receiver talent, but Darius Slayton and Isaiah Hodgins could be in for big games this week.

Giants rookie keeping first NFL award in perspective

Kayvon Thibodeaux, who was named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week, kept the honor in perspective.

Fantasy football: Target this QB in place of injured Jalen Hurts

The fantasy community must have been naughty this year. Why else we would get coal in our Christmas stocking — in the form of a Jalen Hurts injury?