August 19, 2023

Robert Saleh discusses Zach Wilson's performance, and the QB gives his opinion on the offensive unit's night

The Jets fall to Buccaneers 13-6. Robert Saleh discusses Zach Wilson's performance, and the quarterback gives his opinion on the offensive unit's night.

Buck Showalter praises Kodai Senga's performance in Mets big win over Cardinals

Buck Showalter praises Kodai Senga's performance and examines the New York Mets big win (13-2) over the St. Louis Cardinals on both sides of the ball. Senga: 7.0 IP, 2...

Two hit in head with baseball bat in separate Queens attacks

Two people were whacked in the head with a baseball bat by the same apparent assailant in separate attacks in Queens Saturday. The first victim, a 46-year-old man, was hit...

PGA Tour star rips fan disruption over live bets: 'Was probably drunk'

Max Homa experienced the potential for disruption with betting at PGA Tour events when he said a fan yelled in the middle of his 5-foot birdie putt.

Wilson's long scramble lone highlight in Jets' preseason loss

Zach Wilson did not have any spectacular throws on Saturday in the Jets' 13-6 preseason loss to the Buccaneers, but he did have a highlight-reel run.

Thousands of West African migrants entering US through this new online route

Mauritanians are using WhatsApp, Instagram and other channels to guide fellow migrants along the route.

Daniel Vogelbach, Kodai Senga propel Mets to fourth straight win

Daniel Vogelbach’s big moments for the Mets this season have been few and far between, but Saturday night was different.

Money trail can expose Biden family coverup

We may finally find out what the Inspector Clouseau of the Justice Department missed — or chose to ignore.

Hunter Biden's lawyers threatened to put president on stand against own DOJ: report

Hunter Biden’s lawyer, Chris Clark, wrote a letter to prosecutors last October.

King Charles' cousin under questioning for arranging luxury safari trip for close Putin pal: report

Alexandra Bowes-Lyon is under investigation for arranging a lavish safari trip in Kenya for Oleg Deripaska, a Russian oligarch and friend of Putin.

Ron DeSantis needs a miracle to win the 2024 election and beat out both Trump, Biden

The RealClearPolitics average of August polls shows Trump thumping DeSantis by 40 points, a spread that continues to expand.

Ex-Mets player gets into nasty altercation with fan: 'Called me a piece of s--t'

Tommy Pham's big day at the plate also came with some controversy in the on-deck circle. The former Met and current Diamondbacks outfielder got into a heated verbal altercation with...

FanDuel Promo Code: Get No Sweat First Bet up to $1,000 for Patriots-Packers, any sport

The FanDuel promo code lets new customers claim a No Sweat Bet up to $1,000 for the New England Patriots vs. the Green Bay Packers.

Cabinetmaker shocks with unbelievable act after business break-in

An Australian cabinetmaker has shocked people after revealing his unbelievable act after falling victim to a robbery.

Body wrapped in garbage bag found stuffed inside shopping cart: NYPD

A dead man's body was found wrapped in a plastic garbage bag and stuffed inside of a shopping cart in The Bronx on Friday, according to police and sources.

MLB star removed from Rays commercials amid disturbing allegations

It appears all traces of Wander Franco are being removed. Amid allegations that the star shortstop reportedly had inappropriate relationships with underage girls, Franco — who has been suspended since...

Yankee frustrated over 's--t' season, looking to show fans the pitcher he really is

Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodon spent the first three-plus months of 2023 on the injured list with a left forearm strain and bouts of back stiffness.

Disney sues DeSantis for damages after he asks them to drop suit

Disney has filed a counterclaim seeking damages against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis just days after the presidential hopeful said the two feuding parties have “moved on” from the dispute. Disney...

Star Ohio State wrestler shot near campus

The Ohio State University Police Department is assisting Columbus police with the ongoing investigation, according to a statement.

16-foot thresher shark seen leaping from water in Wales

The large shark leapt out of the waters off New Quay, Ceredigion, Wales, quite to the surprise of sightseers.

Great-grandma loses over $13,000 from phone scam -- and her bank won't refund her

“My future is going to be a week to week living situation,” she said.

Ja Morant's own 'decisions' got him in trouble, father says

Ja Morant's father believes one person is at fault for his bevy of troubles -- Ja Morant.

French general who led Notre Dame fire recovery found dead after going hiking

Jean-Louis Georgelin, 74, was found on Friday evening on a mountain in Southern France. His death is presumed to be an accident.

Marion city council refuses to address Kansas newspaper raid, uses 47 exclamations points in bizarre message

Madison KS city council has refused to take up newspaper raid at its next meeting, an agenda for the scheduled get together shows.

Pete Alonso sends Cardinals rookie booze as part of apology gift following first-hit fiasco

If Pete Alonso’s words didn’t resonate loudly enough a night earlier, his actions on Saturday might have.

Adams cancels fundraising event on Martha's Vineyard as NY political leaders flock to island

The Saturday fete was expected to take place on the wealthy enclave during what was believed to be an annual gathering of New York's black political establishment.

Hurricane Hilary downgraded to Category 2 -- 'catastrophic' damage still expected for historic storm

Hurricane Hilary has been downgraded to a Category 2 storm but is still expected to wreak catastrophic damage as it barrels toward California.

Apparent deranged Taylor Swift stalker arrested for entering star's building speaks out

"I was disappointed,” he said of not finding Swift. "I love her. I want to marry her. I want her to be my anchor — someone that will have me...

Carli Lloyd blasts USWNT again for lacking 'confidence,' not being 'fit' during World Cup flop

Carli Lloyd is not done picking apart the USWNT's disappointing performance at the World Cup.

Jets second-round pick establishing himself as potential starter

With all the hand-wringing about the Jets’ offensive line over the past few weeks, one development has not gotten enough attention. 

You can win $1 million if you solve this famous problem

An institution has offered a $1 million prize to anyone who can solve a famous maths problem that has puzzled mathematicians for more than a century.

Vigil held for murdered 11-year-old girl whose dead body was discovered stuffed in a trash bag under a bed

A vigil was held Friday for the Guatemalan girl who was raped, strangled and stuffed inside a garbage bag in the home she shared with her father in a Houston...

Gerrit Cole implodes against bottom of order as Yankees continue slide

The Yankees ace was shelled for a season-worst six runs in four innings Saturday in The Bronx in a 8-1 loss to the Red Sox. 

Gabby Petito family lawsuit against Utah cops a 'publicity stunt,' police lawyer says

"Even if the plaintiffs believe that Moab City is liable, it strains credibility to suggest the City is 15-20 times more responsible for Ms. Petito’s death than Brian Laundrie, her...

2 killed, including pregnant woman, when van heading to Niagara Falls flips several times after tire issue

Thirteen people were traveling in a passenger van to Niagara Falls on Saturday when the rear tire became to malfunction and the vehicle flipped, killing 2 - including a pregnant...

Why 49ers legend bizarrely refers to young QB as Luke Skywalker: 'Got the force'

Brock Purdy enters his sophomore season with the expectation to make waves, so much so that he was compared to a famous "Star Wars" protagonist.

Fed gun-shop crackdown leads to 350% rise in license loss

Gun dealers are crying foul as the Biden administration pursues an apparent crackdown on legal firearms sellers, whose licenses have been revoked at an unprecedented rate over the last two...

Tua Tagovailoa's return to Dolphins couldn't have started much worse

The Dolphins quarterback threw an interception to Houston Texans linebacker Denzel Perryman on the first play from scrimmage of the game.

This rookie is ready to create his own 'legacy' on Jets' defense

Will McDonald remembers what Jets head coach Robert Saleh shouted into the phone from the team’s war room on draft night. 

Sen. John Fetterman looks unrecognizable — and eerily similar to this iconic TV character

Is that John Fetterman or Walter White??

NJ realtor beaten to death with baseball bat in brutal murder, stepson charged: cops

A Sotheby's realtor was bludgeoned to death with a baseball bat and her stepson is now charged with the brutal murder at their gated community home in NJ, authorities said.

This ailment can lead to an increase in social media use, study finds

Humans tend to withdrawal from society as they experience symptoms of illness, including inflammation, which increases their usage of social media platforms to connect, a University of Buffalo study found.

NYPD cop needs 20 stitches after maniac bites ear, officials say

A crazed man with a history of assaulting NYC workers bit a police officer’s ear – leaving him in need of 20 stitches – and was released without bail, authorities...

Giants tight end shows he can benefit from new addition with preseason touchdown

There is a place on the Giants and together on the field for Daniel Bellinger and Darren Waller. 

'Barbie' no longer belle of box office as 'Blue Beetle' dethrones her

"Barbie" is no longer the belle of the box office ball now that "Blue Beetle" crawled its way to the top, earning $10 million on its opening night.

Couple found alive in Alaskan wilderness had chaotic past with drugs, filmed bizarre Youtube videos

Hovsepian's various Youtube channels include many odd and puzzling videos with a sinister edge, some of which call out Bare for alleged abuse.

NBA star sent thank-you notes to All-NBA media voters after cashing supermax

Jaylen Brown is spreading the good vibes all around.

Hurricane Hilary already causing chaos with hundreds of flights cancelled, sporting events scrambled

Major airlines including United, American, Southwest and JetBlue all have warnings posted on their websites that the storm could impact up to nine airports in California, including Los Angeles and...

Prince William 'sorry' for skipping England's World Cup final match as fans red-card royal snub

Prince William punted growing criticism for not attending the Women's World Cup final in a video apologizing to England's national team in a video posted to social media.

I bought a $1,000 purebred Frenchie on the internet — here's the dog I actually received

You might want to paws before buying a bougie breed of dog over the internet.

Father of murdered Mexican cartel victim says charred remains don't belong to students: 'Not our children'

"They [the authorities] showed us photographs of four burned out bodies, but none of them are our sons," Martinez said.

‘Scared’ Taylor Swift swarmed by hundreds of ‘disgusting’ fans after leaving LBI eatery

Swift was escorted to an awaiting car by security after being swarmed on Long Beach Island.

Ex-Isles GM opens up about time with Isles, says John Tavares doesn't deserve fans' scorn

Garth Snow is free to speak his mind. It has been five years, after all, since he was let go as Islanders general manager.

Best promo codes and betting offers for UFC 292

Claim some of the best promo codes and offers from the best sportsbooks for UFC 292.

Blue Jays DFA struggling shortstop -- 18 days after trading for him

The shortstop was picked up at the trade deadline for minor leaguer Matt Svanson to cover for Bo Bichette, who was suffering from a knee injury.

Takeaways from the Giants' preseason win over the Panthers

NY Post Giants Beat Writer Paul Schwartz joins Dexter to break down the latest regarding the New York Giants.

Giants receiver shows potential to be draft steal with bounce-back touchdown

The Giants certainly acknowledge the speed element in Hyatt’s game, but view him as capable of developing into a complete receiver.

NFL QB's uniform choice is a step too far

The NFL allows players to wear any number they like during the preseason.

DeSantis slips, Ramaswamy surges — with Trump far ahead in latest GOP poll

But both Republicans are trailing far behind former president Donald Trump, who leads them both by a 46% margin, the Emerson College poll found.

King Charles to hold summit with William and Kate to map out royal family's future: source

William and Kate's "star quality" is seen as essential to the survival of the Firm, a source shared.

The play to make in Jets-Buccaneers preseason game

The Jets defense is in for a big day against the Buccaneers on Saturday night.

CNN's Van Jones ousted from his woke nonprofit amid fiscal woes

Activist and CNN commentator Van Jones has been ousted from a woke nonprofit he founded amid internal rancor and fiscal mismanagement, according to a report.

Patriots QB: Bill Belichick's outburst 'was my fault'

Mac Jones is owning up to a mistake.

Russia secretly building thousands of Iranian-style drones in covert partnership: report

A billion-dollar weapons deal between Moscow and Iran to construct 6,000 drones by the summer of 2025 is quietly being carried out by engineers at a facility in Tatarstan.

How to navigate the always-dicey running back market in fantasy football

Fantasy running backs are a lot like those perfect cookies. They’re a tasty treat to nab in your draft, as long as they don’t crumble.

NFL finally got one right in dropping vulgar rapper from Super Bowl halftime consideration

Lizzo apparently no longer passes the socially acceptable smell test, unlike past Super Bowl halftime crotch-grabbers and profane N-word-spewers.

Flight attendant reveals one thing you should never wear on a plane

This flight attendant says you should never wear shorts on a plane...and the reason might surprise you.

A surprising demographic is experimenting with weed more than any others

New research finds one group of Americans to be the fastest growing demographic that's sampling marijuana.

How China's billions are hurting Latin America

China has seen opportunity and solidified its position via financial largesse; it is now the top trade partner for most of South America and the largest sovereign debt holder.

Yankees' season looks all but done as Gerrit Cole crumbles after Aaron Boone's team meeting

After the manager’s statement, his players made one of their own: This season likely is done.

Possible new evidence of life on Mars discovered

Scientists have discovered evidence of wet-dry cycles on Mars — an environment that is favourable for the emergence of life.

Soccer match descends into chaos as fan hits goalie after tying goal 

Things got a bit ugly during an English National League soccer match on Saturday in Chesterfield. 

I was featured in a Johnny Depp Amber Heard docuseries -- I had no idea

Aussie lawyer Jahan Kalantar was preparing for a day at court when he received text messages from friends saying they saw him in the Depp v Heard doco.

Miami real estate broker who used $381K in COVID relief funds on Bentley, swanky apartment, gets jail time

Daniela Rendon said she was “motivated by insatiable greed” — because it appeared that "everybody" was fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 relief loans at the time.

Skeptics stunned by resurfaced video of 'Bigfoot' spotted in Mississippi woods

"I'm usually a huge skeptic... I have to say that this is by far the best and most convincing footage I have ever seen," one astonished viewer remarked.

48-year-old woman dies after hospital ignores her symptoms, family claims

An Australian woman has tragically passed away aged just 48 amid claims her severe symptoms were ignored by a hospital.

Reds call up another top prospect in chase for rare division title

The 6-foot, 220-pound infielder has held a slash line of .279/.358/.454 in both Double-A and Triple-A and has stolen 18 bases and 11 home runs in the process.

‘Catastrophic’ flooding predicted for SoCal as Hurricane Hilary nears — the first major storm to hit the region in 84 years

The National Hurricane Center warned of "catastrophic" flooding expected over the Baja California peninsula and southwestern United States.

Today's Iconic Moment in NY Sports History: NY Giants announce the team will move to San Francisco

August 19th, 1957: Horace Stoneham, the Giants owner since 1936, announced that the team would move to San Francisco for the 1958 season.

Clerk shot, customer pistol-whipped during attempted robbery at East Harlem Deli: NYPD

A man was shot in the groin during an attempted stick up at an East Harlem deli Friday night, cops said.

Sunflowers out, buns out: Farm owners beg visitors to stop taking nude photos — after 3 naughty shoots in one day

The owners of a sunflower field are asking their visitors to refrain from taking nude photos at their family-friendly farm.

Why the AAP gender-care review must be handled with caution

The American Pediatrics Academy of Pediatrics is set to review their long-held policy of gender-affirming care for children

Ripped, shirtless Tom Brady jokes about NFL comeback

Just when we thought we were out, Tom Brady pulls us back in.

NFL star arrested after wandering streets, team says he suffered 'likely seizure'

The veteran tight end has since been released.

Homeless NYC 'parking pirate' shipwrecked in Battery Park City

John McIntosh -- the 41-year-old homeless hoarder who hogged space on spot-scarce Warren Street in Battery Park City and then moved his junk-stuffed jalopy for a price -- has been...

Secret codes used by bartenders revealed — including the number for hot customers

Want the 411 on the bartending world's secret codes? Loose-lipped mixologists are pouring out that confidential information.

Manager promises 'turnaround' after holding team meeting with spiraling Yankees

Manager Aaron Boone held a team meeting Friday night, to try to snap the Yankees out of their malaise.

Colleagues of convicted 'Killer Nurse' had to apologize for warning execs about dead babies on her watch: report

Colleagues of convicted "Killer Nurse" Lucy Letby were made to apologize after repeatedly warning their UK hospital that she might have been behind several unexplained baby deaths.

Pervy DHS Director groped staff, demanded they 'sit on his face': suit

The women claim the department not only turned a blind eye to Director of Programs Eric Hall’s sexual harassment, but instead promoted him, according to the lawsuit filed in Brooklyn...

Canal Street crackdown nets eight arrests, $30M in counterfeit merch

The NYPD seized $30 million worth of counterfeits and collared eight illegal street vendors in the department's latest crackdown on Canal Street.

Perv grabs woman in Bronx park, tries to force sex act: NYPD

A 39-year-old woman was sitting in a Bronx park on Friday morning when a stranger tried to force her to perform a sex act on him, police said.

Ex-Warrior 'making right strides' with Wizards after Andre Iguodala's advice

Poole spent four years with the Warriors under stars Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green, and Andrew Wiggings, and now he is on his way to lead a team of...

Large ice chunk falls from sky, damages Massachusetts home

A big ice chunk -- estimated to be 15 to 20 pounds -- fell from the sky and hit a Massachusetts home Sunday night, causing damage to its roof.

Baldwin's denial and more: Letters to the Editor — Aug. 20, 2023

Post readers sound off on Alec Baldwin's trigger-pulling denial and more.

Official who delayed water during deadly Maui wildfires wanted 'equity' before distribution

An official who delayed the release of water during the deadly blaze on Maui believed equity needed to be discussed before distribution.

The real reason Meghan Markle has cut ties with her old friends: expert

In addition to falling out with her father and half-sister, the Duchess has reportedly cut ties with multiple long-time pals.

'The Purge' Chicago-style: Pol, community group advocate 12-hour daily ceasefire in city

Democratic Alderwoman Maria Hadden and community group Native Sons are urging Chicagoans to refrain from firing their weapons from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Ex-Jet confident it's time he breaks out as elite safety for Giants: 'Know what I am'

Giants safety Jason Pinnock, who was originally drafted by the Jets in 2021, covers some Q&A with Post columnist Steve Serby. 

NFL QB asks court to see if his family's investment firm misused his $12 million

Baker Mayfield and his wife Emily have filed a court petition in Texas to see if $12 million placed with an investment firm where the Buccaneers quarterback's family members work...

Video captures Russian missile striking theater in northern Ukraine

The dead include a six-year-old girl and at least 12 children were among the 117 wounded, acting mayor Oleksandr Lomanko said.

How subtitles are taking over TV

People are reading what they watch. For generations, subtitles and closed captions were almost exclusively used by the hard of hearing or when heading to an art-house cinema to view...

Embattled Brooklyn DA top aide accused of anti-semitism not seen in the office for nearly a month: staffers

In week three of her absence, eagle-eyed employees at various times spotted Ming's office door ajar and the light turned on -- but without any sign of her.

Don't bet on the 'Sugar Show' continuing his run at UFC 292 tonight

We aren't here to bet on "could's". We bet on "should's" and this matchup is a borderline nightmare for O'Malley.

Here's what you need to know about NYC subway, bus fare hikes starting this weekend

Under the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's new pricing, the base cost of a subway or bus ride in the five boroughs will now set riders back $2.90 a pop starting Aug....

Ghislaine Maxwell revered by inmates for not working with feds while in worst part of jail: 'She didn't crack'

Metropolitan Detention Center Brooklyn inmate Daryl Campbell said jailbirds respect Maxwell for not cracking in the notorious lockup.

Traitors beware, says Barstool's Dave Portnoy: I've got my voice back, I'm naming names

El Presidente got Barstool back for $1. Now he says it's got to make money and he will use his megaphone to settle scores. "I have a black heart."

Cop-hating AOC 'squad' spent $1.2M in campaign funds on private security

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and her comrade “squad” have shelled out nearly $1.2 million in campaign funds on private security since they began their nationwide push to defund police.

Spain on verge of winning Women's World Cup despite mutiny, rift with unpopular coach

Jorge Vilda is at the the center of drama since he has been at the helm of the team since 2015 and it has only increasingly become more controversial.

Biden vacations at billionaire climate investor Tom Steyer's $18M Lake Tahoe mansion with Hunter in tow

President Biden and his extended family arrived Friday for a weeklong Lake Tahoe vacation at Tom Steyer's $18 million waterfront mansion.

Citi Bike riding menaces attack man, woman in Jewish garb in possible anti-Semitic hate crime: NYPD

Two menaces riding a Citi Bike smacked a man and a woman dressed in traditional Jewish garb in the head Thursday night in Brooklyn.

Grilled: NYC DOE lawyers question deputy chancellor Dan Weisberg on 'cover-up,' pay hikes

First Deputy Chancellor Daniel Weisberg was grilled behind closed doors this week about accusations that he covered up misconduct by two top execs.

Hall of Famer calls for ref to resign after brutal penalty: 'Probably not paying any attention'

Joe Thomas knew what was coming and wasn’t shy about his feelings.

14-year-old Texas boy killed in 'ghastly' boat crash on Lake Austin

The ten was on a boat with six others on Sunday evening when it lost control going over another boat's wake and crashed into a bank of trees.

Biden sells border wall parts to thwart GOP push to use them

President Biden is quietly selling off millions of dollars' worth of unused parts from former President Trump’s border wall for peanuts – apparently to stymie pending legislation in Congress

NYC Council to grill Adams administration over billions spent on no-bid migrant contracts

New York City Council members are planning to seriously scrutinize billions of dollars in no-bid contracts the Adams administration has doled out to deal with the Big Apple’s massive migrant...

NBA launches inquiry into James Harden's ugly 76ers contract dispute after 'liar' accusation

James Harden's ongoing standoff with the 76ers has raised plenty of eyebrows around the NBA. Perhaps none more notable than the league office, which is now taking action.

I have incurable boil-like bumps all over my body – haters think I have herpes

“I’ve gotten the wackiest comments, such as I must have an STD or it’s because I’m overweight," Selina Ferragamo stated.

Fed-up Yankee fan plans 'Fire Cashman Night' to oust embattled general manager

Ticked-off Bronx Bombers superfan Jon Borowski has had enough of the team's freefall.

Meet the man Tom Brady described as 'most influential' in his life

Greg Harden reveals what made Brady, as well as 120 Olympians from 20 countries, 50 NFL First-round draft picks and some of the biggest names in sport seek his transformative...

'Mamma Mia!' and 'Wicked' star dead at 40

Broadway actor Chris Peluso died suddenly on Tuesday.

Why is the US at the center of Israeli-Saudi peace?

A plan to pave the way for diplomatic accords between the US and Saudi Arabia is emerging — with Pres. Biden in the middle.

Why this US tennis player can win her first Grand Slam title

After five years, it may once again be time for an American woman to hoist the U.S. Open trophy.

East Village restaurant faces legal battle with Pornhub owners

Döner Haus was recently ordered to dispense of its white and yellow logo – because its too similar to Pornhub's, MindGeek claims.

The NYPD's top sleuth James Essig shown the door despite cracking tough cases

The highest ranking detective at the NYPD took aim at the way the department pushes out its top chiefs -- but said he’ll walk out of One Police Plaza for...

Union Square nonprofit slammed for asking locals to cover $55K in repairs after Twitch streamer's riot

The nonprofit Union Square Partnership is getting grief after asking locals to pay the $55,000 to replace the plantings destroyed during a park riot.

bet365 bonus code NYPNEWS: Snag $200 in bonus bets for Blue Jays-Reds, any sport

New York Post readers can claim the bet365 Sportsbook bonus code NYPNEWS to get a new customer offer for the Cincinnati Reds hosting the Toronto Blue Jays.

Dwayne Haskins' estate settles lawsuit with driver, owners of dump truck that killed him

Rick Ellsley, the lawyer for Haskins' family, said in a release that settlements with various other parties have been previously secured.

A perfect match — Morgan Riddle brings extra love and lucky socks to Taylor Fritz's matches

Morgan Riddle, girlfriend of tennis star Taylor Fritz, brings extra love, and luck, to his game.

A terrifying look at the Troubled Teen Industry: 'We were in hell'

The Troubled Teen Industry (TTI) is largely unregulated.

Cops called seven times in three months to illegal club where mom was left to die

Officers responded to one report of a loud party at 5:19 a.m., another at 5:45 a.m., and a third at 6:11 a.m. on July 24.

Bet on Yankees' ending losing skid in this one

Gerrit Cole will lead the Yankees past the Red Sox on Saturday afternoon at the Stadium, Stitches predicts.

Why we're taking the underdog in this Premier League match

Our best bet for Sunday's Premier League action.

BetMGM Bonus Code NPBONUS: Pocket $1,000 for Tigers-Guardians or any game Saturday

Use the BetMGM bonus code NPBONUS to get a $1,000 First Bet offer when you sign up at BetMGM ahead of Saturday's slate.

Here’s what it’s like to be pen pals with a serial killer

Author Jillian Lauren met serial killer Samuel Little behind bars in 2018.

Teen girls harassed by men outside unruly NYC homeless shelter -- with one scared family moving out of the neighborhood

An Ozone Park teen was cornered by men from a nearby shelter -- who told her "age doesn't matter" and demanded her phone number, her family claims.

Wild footage reveals what lurks in NY surf — beachgoers may be swimming with sharks and not even realize

Chilling photos of sharks patrolling waters, near where 65-year-old Queens resident Tatyana Koltunuk was savagely bitten Aug. 7 while swimming alone at Rockaway Beach.

Nic Claxton has been a Nets success story, but another step forward is as necessary as it could be expensive

Nic Claxton is coming off the best season of his young career. But the Nets need next season to be better.

Good will Hunter-ing: Hunter Biden asks God for justice at family bar mitzvah

Hunter Biden led a public prayer for justice at his nephew’s bar mitzvah after a special counsel was named to probe his alleged tax and gun crimes.

Forget about Bradley Cooper's fake nose as Leonard Bernstein — focus on the art

“Am I supposed to be mad about the Bradley Cooper situation?”

NYC stabbings and slashings surge by 26%: 'Everyone carries knives now'

Since Jan. 1 through Aug. 13, the city has seen 3,365 nonfatal stabbings, compared to 2,666 four years ago.

NYC drug crisis reaches new low with addicts standing around with needles hanging out of their arms

Drug use is so commonplace now in NYC that a junkie can stand on the sidewalk for five minutes with a needle jutting out of his scab-covered arm.

How this Jet ate his way to being likely starting linebacker

When Jamien Sherwood was drafted by the Jets in 2021, they told the Auburn safety that they were moving him to linebacker. That meant bulking up ... a lot.

Seven killed, 117 wounded in Russian missile strike on Ukrainian city of Chernihiv

People had been on their way to church to celebrate a religious holiday when the strike took place, the ministry said, adding that 12 of the wounded were children.

Netflix engineer goes missing after he's last seen getting into Uber, weeks after starting job

A New York man who recently landed a job at Netflix in California disappeared after he was last seen getting into an Uber earlier this week.

Lawmaker to introduce 4-day workweek bill with no pay reduction

Workers at many Pennsylvania businesses could be looking at a four-day workweek, as a state legislator says she will introduce a bill to shorten the workweek without reducing worker's pay.

Maui town ravaged by fire will ‘rise again,’ Hawaii governor says as death toll hits 114

The death toll from the Maui wildfires reached 114 but could continue to surge as officials still don't know for sure how many remain missing, The Post has learned. Officials could not provide numbers on how...

Six Brian Cashman moves helped put Yankees in this mess

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman's big transactions recently have ranged from disappointments to disasters.

Britney Spears speaks out after Sam Asghari files for divorce: 'Couldn't take the pain anymore'

The "Toxic" hitmaker, 41, said she "couldn't take the pain anymore" after Asghari pulled the plug on their ill-fated one-year marriage this week.

Dear Abby: My preacher boyfriend keeps saying I'm going to hell

Dear Abby advises a woman whose boyfriend keeps preaching his religious beliefs to her and a man whose partner refuses to let him turn on the air conditioner.

Woman, dog killed in freak accident after stepping on downed powerline

"It appears the pole and wires recently fell to the ground and she did not see them due to darkness and walked into the live wires, killing her and the...

Daniel Jones has never had a weapon like this

Darren Waller is not Travis Kelce, because no one is, but if he stays healthy, he changes the complexion of head coach Brian Daboll’s offense.

Elderly woman beaten unconscious in LA -- then robbed as she lay in the street in critical condition

Surveillance footage, captured by an MTA bus and released by the LAPD, shows the 86-year-old woman completely knocked out on a sidewalk in Adams-Normandie as people stand idly nearby.

Yankees keeping struggling starter in rotation — for now

Luis Severino survived again. The righty will remain in the Yankees rotation after his stuff (if not his results) improved in his most recent outing. He will make his scheduled...

Giants veteran plays for first time since ACL injury in 2022

Playing in a game for the first time since suffering a torn left ACL last season, Sterling Shepard made his preseason debut in the Giants’ 21-19 win.

MLB team's first triple play in 26 years still not enough in loss

The Los Angeles Angels turned their first triple play in 26 years during the ninth inning Friday night against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Missing Tennessee couple found after 8 days in Alaskan wilderness — just 2 miles from car

The pair had survived eight days in the wilderness after losing their way on what was supposed to be a brief hike on an established trail, Bare's uncle, who asked...

Yankees, Jhony Brito not using technological snafu as excuse for loss

Moments before the first pitch Friday night, the Yankees were informed that the Red Sox were having trouble with their PitchCom technology, and an announcement was made that neither team...

Dallas cops roar with laughter after disabled Army vet urinated on himself after denying him bathroom access

Four Dallas police officers are under investigation after they were caught on video laughing about a disabled military veteran who urinated on himself when he was prohibited from using a...

DeSantis vows to leave cartel members 'stone cold dead' if they try to cross border

DeSantis -- who launched his 2024 bid in May -- vowed to use deadly force against suspected drug traffickers during an interview with conservative radio talk show host Erick Erickson...