December 29, 2022

Cowboys roll to 12th win for second consecutive season

Dak Prescott threw for 282 yards and two touchdowns to Dalton Schultz as the Cowboys beat the banged-up and resting Titans 27-13 on Thursday night.

How Nets coach helped turn spiraling season around

On the morning of Nov. 4 in Washington, Jacque Vaughn stood up before his Nets and spoke, ad hoc but from the heart. 

What a loss to Seahawks would mean for Jets' defense

Defensively, the Jets’ turnaround from last season to this season cannot be overstated. But a loss to the Seahawks would hurt their reputation.

NBA suspends 11 players involved in wild fight

The NBA has suspended 11 players for their involvement in the Pistons-Magic fight on Wednesday.

Mel B's daughter, Phoenix, recreates her Spice Girls looks in sexy photoshoot

Mel B's eldest daughter, Phoenix, brought social media followers behind the scenes of her photoshoot tribute to the Spice Girls singer.

Knicks crash back to .500 after fifth straight loss

With starters Jalen Brunson and RJ Barrett sidelined for essentially the second straight game Thursday, the Knicks fell to 0-2 on this three-game Texas swing.

Trump White House aide blasts Kayleigh McEnany as ‘a liar and an opportunist’

“She knew we lost the election, but she made a calculation that she wanted to have a certain life post-Trump that required staying in his good graces. And that was...

Islanders end 2022 in style

When the Islanders flip the page to 2023, they’ll do so with all their pre-Christmas struggles behind them.

'Steve Cohen Tax' could sway Yankees away from upgrading one position

The Yankees want to stay below the $293M “Steve Cohen tax” threshold (they are at $290M), and aren’t opposed to giving Oswaldo Cabrera and Estevan Florial a shot. 

NY's first legal pot shop forced to turn hundreds away as stoners flock to grand opening

New York’s first state-licensed pot shop found itself in the weeds Thursday, serving as many as 500 customers in just a few hours as weed lovers flocked to the grand...

Rangers suffer tough shootout loss

Andrei Vasilevskiy made 45 saves through OT, Alex Killorn scored the winner in the sixth round of the shootout, and the Lightning beat the Rangers 2-1.

Four suspects charged in fatal Mall of America shooting

Two other suspects arrested following the fatal shooting have not been charged due to that lack of cooperation, Hodges told the Tribune.

J.J. Watt reacts to a hilarious voice memo when he announced his retirement

J.J. Watt shares a funny story about his teammate leaving him a voice memo when he announced his retirement

Caviar-topped Doritos are TikTok's latest wild trend

"This works really well because if it was just the Dorito and the caviar, it would be too salty," one foodie claimed. "And the crème fraîche really tones down the...

Nine best MLB free-agent deals this winter

Here are the nine best MLB free agent deals this winter — and no, Aaron Judge isn't on the list.

Hall of Famer's son making big impact at Ohio State

Marvin Harrison Jr. wasn’t just following his father into football, he was playing the exact same position as his Hall of Fame dad.

Cops shoot armed suspect in Queens after man points firearm while fleeing

The suspect pulled out and pointed a gun at an officer, but was struck in the chest by NYPD bullets before he could pull the trigger.

A-Rod one step closer to becoming majority Wolves, Lynx owner

Alex Rodriguez and partner Marc Lore have exercised their option allowing them to purchase another 20 percent of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx.

Why we all should follow Libs of TikTok founder & make our voices heard

Raichik did what we are all capable of doing: something. She found a way to contribute to conversation and to help people become aware of some of the predators in...

Daughter charged with killing NYC dad after home invasion claims

Nikki Secondino’s 19-year-old sister was also stabbed during the incident and rushed to Maimonides Hospital in critical condition.

Giants see 'blood in the water' with struggling Colts unit

Move over, Discovery Channel. It’s Shark Week: New York Giants edition. 

NYC tenants, landlords and Housing Court don't need another layer of bureaucracy

A new bill is sure to wind up hurting tenants, landlords and even the Housing Court, too.

Idaho student murder house to be scrubbed by crime scene cleanup team

A private crime scene clean-up company has been hired to clean the murder house where four University of Idaho Students were stabbed to death on Nov. 13

WH staffer cringed at Biden’s ‘dumb’ comment about Afghanistan withdrawal, book reveals

“That’s a dumb thing to say, he thought, because we fly helicopters from the embassy every day,” Whipple writes in his book, according to an excerpt released Thursday.

Could eco-terrorists be behind the attacks on America's power stations?

One can’t help but speculate whether targeting the grid is the newest front in ecoterrorism.

Video of one of the most famous plays in NFL history shows very little

While it’s likely the most famous and most replayed replay in NFL history, it’s not very good. It’s unclear, grainy. It shows little and proves nothing.

Teen-on-teen crime part of troubling spike in NYC youth violence

More teens are getting shot in the Big Apple -- and other teenagers are increasingly the ones pulling the trigger, according to the NYPD.

Steven Tyler accused of sexually assaulting minor decades ago in new lawsuit

Julia Holcomb alleges Tyler convinced her mother to grant him guardianship over her when she was 16, paving the way for a 1973 to 1976 sexual relationship, Rolling Stone reports.

Jets must avoid this soul-crushing loss to their former quarterback

If you’re a defeatist Jets fan and a subscriber to the SOJ (Same Old Jets) theory, this is a game you fear with every fiber of your being.

New York has all it needs to reverse the crime crisis — except leadership

New Yorkers have seen safety and public order deteriorate the last few years.

Liberals have learned nothing in the Biden era

More Americans are finally recognizing that, regardless of Biden’s preening or the media’s cover-ups, the federal government is the most dangerous threat to their rights and ­liberties.

Group meditation curbs stress, whether you do it or not: study

Break for meditation, anyone?

The Giants have one game left this season. Here's how to get tickets

Brian Daboll's 8-6-1 Giants could clinch a playoff spot against Jeff Saturday's Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, Jan. 1 at MetLife Stadium. We found tickets for the game under $70.

COVID crazies are using the China virus surge to push disastrous restrictions AGAIN -- ignore them

Despite the disastrous experiment with zero-COVID mandates in China, the bug's resurgence there has whetted the left's appetite for a return to similar policies here. Don't let that happen!

Biden signs $1.7 trillion spending bill after it’s flown 1,500 miles to St. Croix

The 4,000-page bill was delivered to the 80-year-old president by White House staff on a regularly scheduled commercial flight.

Knicks star out injured again as Tom Thibodeau mulls rotation changes

Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau said before the game he was considering expanding the rotation from the eight players who essentially played in Dallas.

Barbra Streisand demands probe into 'pathological liar' George Santos

Actress Barbara Streisand has joined calls for Rep.-elect George Santos over lying about his background, wealth and more.

States warned Pete Buttigieg was giving airlines pass months before Southwest meltdown

The attorneys general of 38 states claimed that Pete Buttigieg's Department of Transportation "failed to respond" to thousands of consumer complaints about America's airlines.

Drunk driver accused of killing Tennessee parents on Christmas Day

Three Tennessee boys were orphaned on Christmas Day after a drunk driver violently slammed into their family's truck.

More children in the line of fire as shootings plague NYC

One in 10 shooting victims in New York City this year were under 18, as teenagers continue to suffer as gun violence continues to plague the Big Apple.

Jason Kelce says Patriots QB Mac Jones looks 'like a sad dog' on 'dirty play'

Mac Jones looked like “a sad dog” during his controversial hit on Eli Apple in Saturday’s Patriots-Bengals game, according to Jason Kelce.

Why Carlos Correa's Mets deal should eventually get done

There’s still no guarantee, but the Carlos Correa-Mets deal, by all rights, should get done. And here’s why.

Only one Pelé: Soccer legend brought unrivaled star power to New York

Pelé didn’t invent the term “the beautiful game” to describe soccer, but he certainly popularized it and whenever he played in a career that spanned his teens, 20s and deep...

Supporting Ukraine now means a safer future for the US

There is only one possible end to the war in Ukraine: Russia’s defeat, its withdrawal and its regime’s acceptance of Ukraine as a sovereign, self-governing nation.

Yankees add former Red Sox pitcher for depth

The Yankees’ search for organizational bullpen depth has turned up a Danish.

Protesters clash outside Drag Story Hour at NYC library

Other videos showed some protesters arriving while holding a Proud Boys flag and shouting "Leave the kids alone!" at the supporters of the event.

I'm a mom of 2 — here's my hack to enjoying New Year's Eve in peace

"We are going to do this for our daughter this year — she wants a party and won't last until midnight," one TikToker resolved.

Letters to the Editor — Dec. 30, 2022

Post readers sound off on Whoopi Goldberg apologizing again for her claim that the Holocaust was “not about race," and reports that more than 2,000 millionaires moved out of New...

Broncos teammate defends 'incomparable' Russell Wilson from mounting criticism

At least one person believes in Russell Wilson right now.

Giants captains send message to fans for win-and-in clash

For Giants fans who have waited for what seems like an eternity for a day like this, this is damn good enough for now.

Jeff Bezos' gal pal Lauren Sanchez shows off her assets in Aspen

Talk about flaunting your wealth.

‘You gave me Covid’: California congresswoman punishes sick staffer after positive test

The Democratic congresswoman was accused Thursday of retaliating against a staffer who the lawmaker said exposed her to COVID-19 this past summer after working in person while ill.

Neighbor of NYC dad allegedly killed by daughter recalls bloody scene

The Brooklyn dad believed to have been stabbed to death by his trans daughter begged a neighbor to "call the cops," according to a neighbor saw him lying on his...

Melania Trump feared Rudy Giuliani walking in on her wearing robe: ex-aide

"That was her home, she wanted privacy. So I do recall, towards the end, her telling me that there were constantly meetings happening in the Yellow Oval, which is the...

Mastermind behind college admissions scandal feels 'regret' before sentencing

The ringleader behind the college admissions bribery scandal, William “Rick” Singer, said he feels “regret” ahead of his sentencing in Boston federal court next week.

Biden calls Netanyahu 'my friend for decades' as Israeli PM regains power

"I look forward to working with Prime Minister Netanyahu, who has been my friend for decades, to jointly address the many challenges and opportunities facing Israel and the Middle East...

Fresh proof of the massive pain Bidenomics has inflicted on the middle class

So much for building from the middle out. This is hollowing out the middle. And thanks to the president, it’s going to continue. 

A single workout session can slow cancer growth: study

"This is helping us to understand why patients with cancer who exercise exhibit slower disease progression and survive for longer."

20,000 Univ. of Idaho murder tips later and cops still have no suspects

Moscow Police Chief James Fry said investigators have "received a lot more tips recently," nearly seven weeks after the Nov. 13 slayings at an off-campus home.

Liar Santos 'did a lot of damage' to modest Queens rental, moved during campaign

Rep.-elect Santos and his sister resided in this modest Queens rental with his sister -- a home that defies the lavish lifestyle he described having.

Las Vegas hustler arrested for allegedly swindling $230K watch from man's hotel room

The alleged victim told cops he took Priscilla Cueva, 34, and her friend to his room and talked about having "intimate relations" with them.

Post-George Santos scandal bill would make candidate lies a crime: Rep. Torres

Bronx Rep. Ritchie Torres is set to introduce legislation that would make it illegal for Congressional hopefuls to lie about their biographies.

Boxing superstar breaks silence after chilling 911 call emerges from arrest

Boxing star Gervonta Davis claims the domestic violence allegations made against him are a ploy for money after a chilling 911 call was released Wednesday.

Family terrorized by Tasmanian devil that snuck into home

At least this loony Tasmanian devil didn't bring a tornado with it.

Incendiary influencer Andrew Tate, brother arrested on kidnapping, rape charges

Authorities detained the British citizens on kidnapping and rape charges, judicial sources told the Romanian outlet Libertatea.

Giants have everything they could ask for in front of them

Win and in. It's that simple for the Giants on Sunday.

Minnesota beats Syracuse in Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium

It turns out Minnesota can win at Yankee Stadium in the postseason after all. 

Jehovah’s Witness center murder-suicide attacker had red flags, made bombs

Before attacking the Jehovah's Witness hall in Thornton, Enoch Apodaca, 46, caused a "large explosion" at a local union building in North Washington.

I was asked to tip the agent checking my bags — what do I pay all this money for?

“What am I tipping that man for? What do I pay all this money for?" TikToker Addysen Drake wondered.

We dated for five months before he revealed that he had a kid — and I was furious

He wasn't the first boyfriend I've had who hid his fatherhood status from me for months.

The White House's border bull, Pelosi's name game and more

Throughout 2022, the media, President Biden, his staff and other notables utterred radically distorted, ourtrageous and flat-out-wrong statements. Here's a look at the year's worst.

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GOP reps press DiNapoli on pre-election delay of unemployment fraud audit

GOP reps want to know why NYS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli waited until after the Nov. 8 election to release to detail billions lost to state unemployment fraud.

George Santos takes the cake, but why does Biden get a pass for his lies?

Of course Rep.-elect Santos is not the only one who embellishes -- our very own President Biden is a master of the career-embellishing lie.

Hochul's chief judge pick has new roadblock as key Senate Dem plans to vote 'no'

Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris became the highest-ranking Democrat so far to denounce Kathy Hochul's nominee for chief judge of New York's Court of Appeals, Hector LaSalle.

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NFL star: Mac Jones looked like a 'sad dog' on 'dirty play'

While discussing Mac Jones' controversial hit on Eli Apple in Saturday's Patriots-Bengals game, Eagles center Jason Kelce said Jones looked like "a sad dog" during the play.

NYC expected to record double-digit dip in murders for 2022

As of Sunday, there have been 418 murders in the Big Apple, down 13.1% from 481 last year, a sign the NYPD has made some headway on reversing the pandemic-era...

Pat Sajak's latest 'Wheel' gaffe has fans fuming: 'Grooming Maggie to take over'

"The whole Maggie Sajak thing annoys me to no end. I cringe whenever they show her and her made-up 'social correspondent' job," one Reddit commenter groused.

Women reveal why they've legally ditched the name Karen

“Anything connected with the name is a target for harassment these days,” one former Karen told The Post.

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CDC's test requirement for travel from China isn't enough

One thing that’s certain: It is high time we called this the China virus and exerted whatever influence we have to get this dangerous country to be more responsible when...

'Don't seat Santos!' Rep-elect deemed unfit for Congress by LI protesters

“Don’t seat Santos! Don’t seat Santos!” a crowd of demonstrators chanted outside the Nassau County Courthouse in Mineola.

James Dolan's facial-recognition tech also targets fans, celebs who criticize him

A new report alleges how James Dolan's facial-recognition tech targets fans and celebrities who criticize the Knicks and Rangers owner.

Bizarre ‘denim booty shorts’ leave little to the imagination

Fast-fashion outlet Shein has left shoppers reeling over its ‘Letter Patch Detail Denim Booty Shorts’ valued at $13.00.

COVID test firm linked to alleged Hochul pay-to-play scheme sues state

"Digital Gadgets brought this lawsuit to ensure the state consistently complies with the rules they established along with the bid process," the company's spokesman said.

Australian kids survive 55 hours next to dead parents in overturned SUV

Three Australian children survived a horrific car accident that claimed the lives of their parents – and spent 55 harrowing hours next to their bodies in extreme heat before being...

Titans turn to third-string quarterback in desperation

The Titans are benching their rookie quarterback for the sixth-year pro who was signed off the Lions' practice squad last week.

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'Wonder Woman' says 'I trained at Waffle House' after viral brawl

Carter responded to a chair-raising clip that shows one of the restaurant's female employees fending off a seat that is hurled in her direction.

Pelé's daughter shares heartbreaking Instagram post after soccer icon's death

Moments after news emerged Thursday that Pelé had passed away at the age of 82, Kely shared a photo that featured loved ones gathered at her father's bedside.

1980s heartthrob reveals daughter is head over heels for Leo DiCaprio

“I told her to treat the relationship like a holiday — just enjoy it as much as you can for as long as it lasts," Lorenzo Lamas said of his...

Inside Pelé's 40-year Hamptons home he sold near the end of his life

Brazilian soccer icon Pelé owned a summer spread in Springs, New York, for decades, which he sold in 2018 for $2.85 million as his health declined.

Soccer's biggest stars remember 'King Pelé'

Tributes were pouring in Thursday after soccer legend Pelé, who won three World Cups with Brazil, died at 82 following a bout with cancer.

Burst sewage pipe destroys $134K Audi on camera: 'The car is filling up with feces'

The gas tank became a septic tank in an instant. Footage captured the moment a busted sewer pipe filled a luxury sports car with sewage.

Winklevoss twins sued by Gemini investors over $900M crypto crisis

Gemini is scrambling to recover $900 million in customer funds.

Noah Baumbach Netflix movie with Brad Pitt and Adam Sandler is on the way: sources

On the surface, it’s a match made in Hollywood, but 2022 was not kind to Pitt and Baumbach.

Thousands mourn fallen FDNY hero William Moon at Long Island funeral

Fallen FDNY veteran William Moon was remembered as a devoted family man with a passion for the fire service at his Long Island funeral service on Thursday.

There are 30+ shows coming to MSG in 2023. Here's what you need to know

Bruce Springsteen, Phish, Reba, Blink 182, SZA and more will all play the Garden in 2023. We found tickets for all shows.

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Plug your nose and make this bet in the NHL tonight

The Coyotes are terrible – but one can make the argument they've still been a lot better than expected.

Three player props to consider for 'Thursday Night Football'

Here are three player props we like for Dallas Cowboys vs. Tennessee Titans.

Hershey being sued over alleged chocolate containing heavy metals

The lawsuit seeks at least $5 million of damages, including at least $500 per transaction under New York law.

This 'dystopian' new spy technology should terrify you

“These are capabilities that were previously unimaginable," says a human rights lawyer.

8,000 patients receive message that they are dying of cancer — instead of holiday greeting

A UK doctor's office told patients they were dying of cancer when they just wanted to wish them "a very merry Christmas."

Best bets for 'Thursday Night Football'

An already tumultuous season is teetering on disaster for the Titans. Here’s how we’re betting "Thursday Night Football."

Snap up the underdog in this NHL matchup

Here's our pick for the game between the Ottawa Senators and Washington Capitals.

Man arrested for harassing vloggers with anti-Asian, homophobic rant: cops

Jordan Krah, 40, from Denver, was arrested in California on two hate crime charges for allegedly hurling racist and homophobic slurs at two TikTok vloggers of Asian descent at an...

El Paso officials worry migrant camp could spread infectious disease

In overwhelmed El Paso, health officials are worried migrants camps on the streets of downtown could become a breeding ground for "infectious disease."

Hunter's ex-stripper baby mama wants kid to have 'politically powerful' name

The mother of Hunter Biden's illegitimate daughter has asked an Arkansas court to legally change the 4-year-old girl's last name to Biden so she can benefit from the family's presidential...

NYC's first weed shop set to roll out at perfect time Thursday -- 4:20 p.m.

Thousands of happy potheads were expected to flock to the shop at 750 Broadway for a grand opening at  — when else? — 4:20 p.m. to snap up everything from...

Rangers coach sends a message with Alexis Lafreniere benching

Alexis Lafreniere has been scratched for Thursday's game against the Lightning.

Is Hooters closing because millennials aren't 'into boobs'?

Twitter users claimed millennial rejection of the iconic chain was due to their disinterest in breasts -- and not the chicken kind.

DC Republicans play George Santos 'waiting game' as LI GOP backs away

Rep.-elect George Santos is getting dumped like a bad habit by Republicans in his Long Island-based home district after a long list of lies.

JPMorgan Chase profited from Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking: lawsuit

“Human trafficking was the principal business of the accounts Epstein maintained at JPMorgan,” the lawsuit states.

We found tickets for 13 new shows coming to Broadway in 2023.

Tickets to see Lin-Manuel Miranda's new play "New York New York," Nathan Lane in "Pictures From Home" and a revival of Stephen Sondheim's "Sweeney Todd" on Broadway are available. Here's...

LI man menaced roommate with fire extinguisher, stabbed cops with ‘Rambo-style’ knife

The 56-year-old suspect was allegedly acting violently towards his roommates inside their Medford, New York, apartment, before he stabbed two Suffolk County police officers with a butcher knife.

Soccer legend Pelé dead at 82 after health battles

Pelé spent many of his years after retirement serving as an ambassador for the game he loved, his worldwide fame continuing long after he had played his last game.

John Stossel recalls dramatic Megyn Kelly apology: 'I thought you were a bubble-head blonde'

Stossel and Kelly were both employed by the Fox News Channel at the time of the apology.

Star safety's sudden practice return gives Giants hope

The Giants welcomed Xavier McKinney back to practice Thursday for the first time since he suffered a broken left hand riding in a Can-Am all-terrain vehicle that was in an...

Woman decorates home with bold leopard print, adds $100K to its value

Lois Connors, a content creator from England, also used her leopard-heavy aesthetic to navigate and embrace her ADHD diagnosis.

Canceled flight to Seattle costs Alaska man chance for heart transplant

The severe winter storm that has left US air travel in a frenzy had a particularly devastating effect on an Alaskan man who was unable to receive a life-saving heart.

'Bumpy times ahead': Goldman CEO warns mass layoffs just weeks away

Goldman Sachs bankers should enjoy popping the Champagne on New Year's Eve -- because the party will be over for many of them in 2023. David Solomon, the investment bank's...

Savvy friends buy abandoned school, turn it into 31-unit luxury rental

In Pennsylvania, three friends -- Jesse Wig, Adam Colucci and Dan Spanovich -- bought an abandoned high school in 2019 for $100,000 and gave it a new life.

Courtney Love: I was fired from 'Fight Club' after going 'nuclear' on Brad Pitt

Pitt allegedly tried to "stalk" Love about playing her late husband, Kurt Cobain, in a potential biopic. She wasn't interested, so she was reportedly bounced from "Fight Club."

Private guards hired by MTA arrested for NYC subway beatdown

The unarmed private security guards were arrested after allegedly beating a 20-year-old Long Island straphanger at 14th Street-Union Square subway station, police said.

The chaotic moments after fan caught Aaron Judge's home run ball

Baseball fan Cory Youmans' world flipped upside down the moment he caught Aaron Judge's historic home run ball at Globe Life Field on Oct. 4, 2022.

Shaq asks rapper to marry him on Instagram Live

Shaq tried shooting his shot with rapper GloRilla on Instagram Live.

Teen girl arrested for Bronx murder of 14-year-old boy, Prince Shabazz

The 17-year-old suspect, whose name was not released due to her age, was charged Wednesday with murder, manslaughter and criminal possession of a weapon.

International boxing organization starting transgender league over 'safety' concerns

The World Boxing Council (WBC) is starting separate categories dedicated to transgender fighters, it emerged Thursday.

I'm a flight attendant — here are 5 things you should never do on planes

Viral sensation Tommy Cimato's mile-high hygiene video has left some air travelers sickened.

Mortgage rates rise for first time in nearly two months

The big increase in mortgage rates has torpedoed the housing market, with sales of existing homes falling for 10 straight months to the lowest level in more than a decade.

Fisherman found clinging to buoy days after he fell off boat on Christmas

The drama began when David Soares fell off his boat off the coast of Sao Joao da Barra while working alone and couldn’t get back on board.

Mitch McConnell's wife asks media not to repeat 'racist' Trump jab at her name

Former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao asked media outlets not to repeat a "racist" comment made repeatedly about her by former President Donald Trump.

Former No. 1 pick scratched by Rangers after ugly loss

The Rangers are scratching the 2020 No. 1 overall pick for Thursday's game against the Lightning.

I thought I pulled a muscle lifting weights at the gym — it was cancer

The exercise enthusiast noticed a painful, apple-sized bump after a weight training session, but initially thought that it was just a "gym injury."

The craziest NYE events across the country to ring in 2023

From PEEPS to conch shells and even a giant pierogi, towns across the country all provide a different spin on the holiday that is celebrated worldwide.

Buffalo roads reopen as search for blizzard victims continues

Mayor Byron Brown announced at a press conference late Wednesday that the city’s driving ban would be lifted after midnight.

Dow gains nearly 350 points as jobless claims data eases rate worries

The jobs data bolstered hopes that the Fed would dial down its aggressive monetary policy stance.

I pretend to be my dead twin every holiday — because my grandparents don't know she died

Annie Niu shared the devastating holiday tradition in a video to millions of people - who couldn't believe the story.

Jacque Vaughn, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving talk Nets 10-game winning streak after their 108-107 win over Hawks

Jacque Vaughn, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving talk about the Brooklyn Nets 10-game winning streak after their 108-107 win over the Atlanta Hawks. Brooklyn is the only team this season...

Russians join thousands of migrants waiting for end of Title 42 at US border

Russian men fleeing Vladimir Putin's draft have been flocking to the US-Mexico border along with other migrants hoping to ask for an asylum once Title 42 expires.

These factors combined to make NY's deadly holiday blizzard a catastrophe

It was a snowstorm that halted responses by emergency services and forced drivers to seek shelter in stores. Still, many others were recused from the grips of what has been...

Bankman-Fried spent $200M in FTX customer funds on two investments: feds

One of Bankman-Fried’s investments reportedly went toward the banking app Dave, which disclosed a $100 million windfall last March that purportedly came from FTX Ventures.

Mom of 4 reveals how she lost over 60 pounds in nine months

A mother of four has revealed how she lost an incredible 66 pounds in just nine months.

Crybaby! CNBC reporter wants all kids banned from first-class flights

"I will be ridiculed for this position," Sorkin tweeted on Wednesday, anticipating the backlash.

NBA menace was at it again with the Bulls

DeMar DeRozan confronts Grayson Allen over an "excessive hit" that sent him to the floor during the Bulls-Bucks game on Wednesday.

Jobless claims rise by 9,000 as labor market shows signs of cooling

The claims figures have been choppy in recent weeks but have held well below the 270,000 threshold that economists see as a red flag for the labor market.

Doctor found dead in frozen pond remembered as 'all-around great guy'

The Michigan psychiatrist who was found dead in a frozen pond near his home after he went missing was remembered as a friendly neighbor and an “all-around great guy.” Dr....

Meek Mill posts bail for 20 women so they can go home for the holidays

"No child should be without their parents during this time if we can do something about it."

MLB great's daughter said she abandoned baby to save herself first

The estranged daughter of MLB Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley allegedly likened abandoning her newborn baby in freezing weather to a plane crash -- saying she was trying to save...

Disgraced Rep.-elect Santos claimed 9/11 attacks killed mom — who died in 2016

On his campaign website and in a tweet, George Santos claimed his mother's cancer death was related to the Sept. 11 attacks, but her obituary indicates that Fatima Devolder passed...

Bills in snow-driving controversy amid Buffalo disaster

The Bills played in Chicago on Christmas Eve and had to travel back to Buffalo in the middle of a historic blizzard that has claimed the lives of at least...

Drunk Russian soldier beats commander to death aboard military train

A Russian staff sergeant allegedly attacked a captain aboard a military train in the Chelyabinsk region and beat him to death in a drunken rage.

Apple fired me after co-worker threatened to kill me: lawsuit

Apple is being slapped with a lawsuit by a longtime former employee.

'Nobody gives a damn': Home Depot co-founder says 'socialism' killed motivation to work

Bernie Marcus told Financial Times on Thursday: "I'm worried about capitalism."

Where does all the snow go as Buffalo area digs out from deadly blizzard?

Erie County in western New York is digging out after the historic holiday blizzard that killed dozens of people and crippled the region for days. 

Family desperate for answers after West Va. woman last seen with 'older man' at bar

A West Virginia woman disappeared almost a month ago after being seen with a man at a bar – and now police say they have identified a person of interest.

Tom Brady can't wait to 'fire back at everyone else' as criticism mounts

The Buccaneers quarterback will slide into the Fox Sports booth as the lead NFL analyst upon his retirement.

Polygamous leader accused of having underage wives pleads not guilty

Samuel Rappylee Bateman was first jailed in August, when authorities found three underage girls locked inside a trailer he was towing near Flagstaff.

NYC dad killed in 'home invasion' may have been murdered by daughter: sources

Sources said Carlo Secondino's 22-year-old daughter is believed to have concocted the tall tale about a break-in at the family's Bensonhurst home in order to cover her tracks.

Southwest scrambles to fill key staff shortages with HQ workers, memo reveals

An internal company memo urged workers at Southwest corporate offices in Dallas to volunteer for one of three possible eight-hour shifts.

Ex-Pope Benedict 'lucid and conscious' but still in 'serious' condition

The former pope remains "lucid and conscious," the Vatican said, as his successor, Pope Francis, again called for prayers to "accompany him in these difficult hours.”

Director of the 'most controversial film ever' dead at 83

Deodato — who famously inspired Quentin Tarantino — directed the 1980s horror film "Cannibal Holocaust," featuring acts of sadomasochism and real animal slaughter.

The most extreme animal encounters caught on camera in 2022

From gasps to laughs and the occasional tear, 2022 brought a rollercoaster of emotions in extreme, face-to-face animal encounters captured on camera.

Tesla owners share videos of their cars failing in arctic freeze

Furious Tesla owners are blasting the company over how their high-end cars are not functioning in extreme weather, as the recent arctic freeze left their door handles frozen shut and...

I will never depend on a man – I'm freezing my eggs so I can have a baby on my own terms

“I guess my main mantra has always been female empowerment and women succeeding in business," the career-driven Florida woman said.

'Lane Kiffin is my wife': ESPN announcer breaks down angry bowl scene

Ian Fitzsimmons may have some explaining to do when he gets home. The ESPN play-by-play man made an interesting comparison about a furious Lane Kiffin during the Texas Bowl on...

Travel the world for just $200 with this World Traveler bundle: Rosetta Stone, flight deals, more

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'Not in my DNA': Frustrated LeBron puts future in question with Lakers struggling

Following a loss to the Heat on Wednesday, James appeared frustrated while explaining that he's not satisfied with the level of basketball the purple and gold are playing at.

Baby with rare condition born with over half his body covered in hair

The disorder occurrs in approximately 1 out of 20,000 infants worldwide, according to specialist Dr. Ikram Hussain.

Tesla short-sellers reap $17B windfall during Elon Musk company's worst year ever

Tesla shares are down more than 70% this year through Thursday morning.

'Find my iPhone' feature helped save woman after 200-foot plummet: Calif. rescuers

The San Bernardino County Fire Department wrote on Facebook Monday that firefighters had been dispatched that day to a reported traffic collision on Highway 18, north of 40th Street. 

TNF wraps up for the season with a Cowboys v. Titans: here's how to watch on Prime Video

It's the last Thursday night of the year.

‘I’m done’: Woman blasts Hungry Jack's after finding insect in burger

An Australian woman has put Hungry Jack’s on blast and sworn off takeaway after finding a “full insect” while biting into a chicken burger.

WWE star still doesn't have 'full grasp' of how Steve Austin match materialized

Kevin Owens is still marveling that he was able to lure "Stone Cold" Steve Austin out of retirement.

Fears heighten about a new mutant COVID strain as cases skyrocket in China

As China faces its first national COVID surge, fears over a new mutant strain of the virus forming have mounted as health officials confirm over a third of omicron versions...

Raiders quarterback leaves team after shock benching

The Las Vegas Raiders benched longtime starting quarterback Derek Carr in a shock move on Wednesday, and the fallout has been swift.

What Aatu Räty needs to do to remain with the Islanders — and the lineup implications if he does

Can Aatu Räty stick? Now that he is here, you have to wonder when he will be back in AHL Bridgeport.

Why Japanese champ is 'enemy' on home soil for MMA event

Kyoji Horiguchi (30-5, 19 finishes) enters Saturday’s cross-promotional Bellator MMA vs. Rizin FF (8 p.m., Showtime) event in an unusual position. The Rizin bantamweight champion is representing Bellator as a...

7 injured after Grand Canyon helicopter tour has rough landing

The helicopter was returning from a routine trip to the national park when the pilot made a hard landing at Boulder City Municipal Airport in the Las Vegas metro area around 4:30...

The real and imaginary concerns emerging from this Knicks skid

This losing streak is much less convincing than the eight victories in a row.

'9-1-1' and 'The Rookie' actor's cause of death revealed

After months of speculation, an autopsy has revealed the cause of death for the teen, who was discovered dead in his LA home in June.

Single men stink more than married ones — and women can smell it: study

Women have the ability to sniff out married men among the bachelors, according to a study published in the Frontiers in Psychology medical journal.

The NBA’s most obvious question has turned fascinatingly difficult

This is a new golden age of NBA superstars, a pool of talent as wide and diverse and elite as the league has seen in decades.

Kanye missing? Ex-business manager can't find rapper to serve him lawsuit

Wild rumors are swirling that the artist now known as Ye is “missing” – as his ex-business manager tries to serve him with a $4.5 million lawsuit.

Djokovic says no hard feelings over Australian deportation

Djokovic arrived back in Australia on Tuesday ahead of the Adelaide International, where he is scheduled to play next week.

Woman gets mysterious takeout orders sent to her home for years

A British woman is living in terror, bombarded by unwanted takeout orders almost every night for the past two-and-a-half years.

Disney issues behavior warning to parkgoers as fights increase

Both Disneyland and Walt Disney World added courtesy sections to the "Know Before You Go" section on their website reminding guests that inappropriate behavior can result in being kicked off...

Discover the possibilities at Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun

This branded content article is sponsored by Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun The best kind of vacation has something for everyone: those who want a thrilling adventure, those who want to decompress...

Mom gets ‘slut-shamed’ for her NSFW public breastfeeding | Post Poppin’ with Asia Grace

One uninhibited mom is trying to #NormalizeBreastfeeding, even if it means going topless at the supermarket. TikTok star @MsCalciumCannons98 is clapping back at haters who say posts of her public...

Ukraine shoots down majority of recently launched Russian missiles

Russia unleashed one of its largest aerial bombardments into Ukrainian cities, with targets including energy infrastructures in Kyiv as well as Lviv, Odesa, and elsewhere. 

Dear Abby: I miss my late grandma and can't go to her house without being reminded of her

Dear Abby advises a woman to tell her mother she doesn't want to visit her in her grandmother's house since she's died.

Greta Thunberg, social media influencer Andrew Tate trade barbs in viral Twitter spat

Environmental activist Greta Thunberg and controversial social media influencer Andrew Tate traded barbs on Twitter Wednesday in an exchange that went viral.

Twitter suffers major outage, the first major disruption since Elon Musk takeover

The incident is the social media site's first apparent widespread service disruption since billionaire Elon Musk took over Twitter as CEO in late October.

The only known image of Jack the Ripper’s face revealed

The suspected face of notorious serial killer Jack the Ripper has finally been revealed after police made a chilling discovery while trawling through old archives.

NBA star has best game in his young career

Zion Williamson scored a career-high 43 points, capping it with New Orleans' final 14 points in the last 2:44, and the Pelicans beat the Timberwolves 119-118.

Man who killed wife, self in Jehovah's Witnesses hall suspected in earlier explosion

No one was hurt in the explosion because the building was closed and empty, police said.

Nets star gets 'hands dirty' with stellar defensive play

Kevin Durant was his usual dominant self on offense, with 26 points and eight assists. But it was his defense that had him fired up.

Boston woman sets fire to 'haunted' apartment building: 'Devil made me do it'

"The devil made me do it, there are ghosts in my house."

Ex-Russian commander suddenly dies less than week after top official

The company took to Telegram to announce his death and said he "remained faithful" to Russia "until his last day."

Jan. 6 committee cancels Trump subpoena with panel set to disband: report

The House Jan. 6 committee on Wednesday withdrew a subpoena issued to former President Donald Trump as the panel prepares to disband, according to a report. 

Casino fire leaves at least 16 dead, 50 injured: police

A fire burning through a Cambodian hotel casino has killed at least 10 people and injured 30 others, police said Thursday, and neighboring Thailand sent firetrucks to help fight the...