December 4, 2019
Facebook to curb false viral posts about white vans abducting women
Facebook said Wednesday it will limit the circulation of viral posts that are spreading a hoax story about men in white vans luring women into sex trafficking and selling their...
Las Vegas has very little faith in Eli Manning
Las Vegas bookmakers do not expect Eli Manning to put on a cape Monday night and lead the Giants to their first victory in more than two months. Shortly after...
Mets' likely savior is controversial free spender who ‘f—ing hates to lose’
The potential new owner of the Mets may have faults — but spending money is not one of them. Billionaire hedge-fund manager Steve Cohen — in talks to buy 80...
The 'truth' behind Queen Elizabeth and Princess Anne's viral moment
A reporter on Wednesday revealed what really happened during the viral moment between Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Anne — which appeared to show the monarch scolding her daughter for...
Florida UPS worker stole pricey packages he was supposed to deliver: cops
A seasonal UPS worker in Florida was arrested for allegedly stealing packages containing pricey electronics from a business he previously dropped them off at.
Adam Gase's training camp Jets pledge didn't really work out
Back at the start of training camp in July, coach Adam Gase said his Jets would be playing meaningful games in December. Not quite. The Jets are 4-8 entering Sunday’s...
Rangers' power play will get much-needed boost
What seemed painfully obvious to everyone watching the Rangers’ confusion and ineffectiveness trying to operate a four-righty power play for the four games since Mika Zibanejad’s return struck the coaching...
Man who talked would-be jumper down says he appealed to him using 'Brooklyn slang'
The hometown hero who convinced an apparently suicidal man not to jump from a city bridge tried to appeal to him by using "Brooklyn slang," he told The Post on...
Read excerpts from two of the Democrats' impeachment experts
Read excerpts of testimony from two of the Democrats’ three constitutional-law experts.
Taurean Prince gets revenge in Nets laugher
ATLANTA — Kenny Atkinson wanted better rebounding, and he got it. Taurean Prince wanted payback against the team that traded him away, and the Nets delivered that, too. Even shorthanded,...
Video captures man groping 18-year-old woman on Union Square subway platform
A man was caught on camera groping an 18-year-old woman on the platform of a Manhattan subway station, police said. The pervert can be seen calmly approaching the victim from...
Here’s a tech tonic: Click ‘Become an Apprentice’
It turns out there is an apprentice program for geeks.
Broadcaster punished for Lamar Jackson 'dark skin' comment
The 49ers reportedly suspended their radio color analyst who said Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is skilled at faking handoffs because of his “dark skin color." Commentator Tim Ryan’s comments...
Melania Trump rises above the haters: Devine
This year, the annual holiday tradition of deriding Melania Trump for her Christmas decorations coincided with the NATO summit in London, where she also has been excoriated for her fashion...
Jets' creativity will be tested with hodgepodge secondary
The Jets have two inflatable Santa Clauses in their locker room. On Wednesday, one was completely deflated and the other was knocked over. They fit right in with a Jets...
Knicks aim to prove latest decimation was a 'one-off'
There is never a good time for a 44-point loss, after which a coach says his team did not believe it could beat its opponent. But David Fizdale sees otherwise,...
Former Miss Pakistan World Zanib Naveed killed in car crash
A Rockland County beauty queen -- crowned Miss Pakistan World in 2012 -- was killed over the weekend when her car hit a curb and overturned into oncoming traffic, police...
The SNY, Van Wagenen aftermath of this massive Mets deal
The Mets are in the process of being sold by the Wilpons to hedge-fund billionaire Steve Cohen. Beyond the seismic significance of that development, there are a number of smaller...
Cryptocurrencies proving to be a threat to US government
As I’ve mentioned in this column, the US government has been looking into whether rogue governments like Iran and North Korea have been using cryptocurrencies to evade international trade sanctions....
Hillary drops biggest hint about 2020 bid
The strongest indicator yet that Hillary’s mulling a 2020 run? She appeared Wednesday, for the first time ever, on Howard Stern. There was hardly a pretense she was there to...
China won't sign a trade deal while there’s still chaos in DC
Stocks went down sharply Tuesday because President Donald Trump was pessimistic about the trade talks with China. Then, stocks went up Wednesday after Bloomberg News wrote nice things about the...
Job growth expected for new month — but watch for revisions to previous reports
Here are the nuts and bolts for Friday’s employment report. The “experts” are expecting job growth of around 180,000. That would be a healthy gain over the 128,000 new jobs...
Kamala Harris Wall Street donors mull whom to fund now
Kamala Harris’s surprise exit from the presidential race is expected to spur a fresh round of jockeying for her wealthy Wall Street donors, sources told The Post. In bowing out...
NYPD K9 units collect Christmas toys, treats for deployed 'war dogs'
NYPD K9s helped fetch toys, treats and equipment to donate to military dog units deployed overseas this Christmas, the NYPD announced on Twitter Wednesday. The good boys of New York's...
Google asks people with Down Syndrome to record their voices
Google is collecting voices of people with Down syndrome to develop more accurate voice recognition technology for those with the disorder. The initiative, called “Project Understood,” is a collaboration between...
Yankees' chances at Gerrit Cole skyrocket in major reversal
Put to rest the belief that right-handed free agent Gerrit Cole has limited his wish list to pitching close to his Southern California roots. According to a person in the...
Couple used potato gun to launch drugs into jail: cops
Two people in Canada were arrested for allegedly using a potato gun to launch a bevy of drugs into a jail, a report said. The suspects, a 29-year-old woman and...
Kyrie Irving's injury seems way worse than expected
ATLANTA — The Nets have been about as transparent as a brick wall when it comes to Kyrie Irving’s shoulder injury. But the star’s absence is approaching three weeks, and...
Sailor kills 2, injures 1 at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard before turning gun on himself
A Navy sailor opened fire at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard in Hawaii on Wednesday, killing two people and wounding another before killing himself.
Artemi Panarin has special plans for Columbus return
Henrik Lundqvist was saying he was certain Artemi Panarin’s return to Columbus for Thursday night’s match against the Blue Jackets would become a topic of pregame conversation among his teammates....
Steve Cohen is Mets' godsend and ultimate Yankees nightmare
If this really is Christmas for Mets fans — and, heck, it is close enough to the holidays for them to dream with the greatest aspirations — then there is...
Inside the amazing houses made out of shipping containers
New York — because of its high construction costs, strict codes and dearth of space — is not the world’s "cargotecture" capital. But several homeowners and designers are bringing the...
Epstein's estate lawyers seek rush ruling on victims fund
With lawsuits piling up against Jeffrey Epstein's estate, his lawyers asked a judge Wednesday to hasten approval of a victim-compensation fund, according to new court papers. The program was proposed last...
Tiffany Haddish had a bat mitzvah blessed by Barbra Streisand
Make way for Hasidish. Tiffany Haddish, the comedian and breakout star from “Girls Trip” and “Night School,” has a new stand-up special on Netflix and with it, a new religious...
'A Million Little Pieces' review: Another average addiction movie
The journey of “A Million Little Pieces” has been anything but dull. James Frey’s 2003 "memoir" was a drug-and-alcohol-addiction sensation until it was revealed in 2006 that the author made...
Falling births and rising deaths: two signs of an unseen American crisis
The economy is in robust good health, but our social fabric isn’t. By two basic measures of social vitality, births and deaths, American society is faltering. Both the fertility rate...
Socialite seeks child support boost — despite losing custody
A Manhattan socialite may not have custody of her kid, but that didn't stop her from asking a judge Wednesday to award her a higher child support payout. Julianne Michelle...
Cuffing season confessions from real singles
There's frost on the ground, and that means one thing for NYC singles: It's time to lock down a winter lover, and fast. “Cuffing season is real, especially for younger...
It’s not ‘socialism’ to push for an economy that works for all Americans
Last month, I reintroduced the notion of the common good into our policy debates in a speech at the Catholic University of America. I did so, because we live at...
Alleged child molester 'strikes again' after charity bails him out
A controversial nonprofit group bailed out a creep who was allegedly caught on camera abusing a 3-year-old boy in Queens — freeing him to get busted again in the groping...
'Fat Jew' rents 'hot fire' $12K/month penthouse
Instagram star Josh Ostrovsky just moved into a triplex penthouse at the Silk Building, at 14 E. Fourth St. “I’m definitely looking to buy, but for now the Silk Building...
'Coffee Rat' in NYC subway is all of us
Rats, they're just like us! A subway rodent got its afternoon caffeine fix Wednesday, according to Twitter footage that shows the creature rushing across a Brooklyn train platform with a...
The best 'Star Wars' gift ideas for Christmas: From Baby Yoda to LEGO
Please them, you will, with these "Star Wars" treasures. Whether you're looking for a gift for a kid obsessed with "The Mandalorian" breakout star "The Child" (aka Baby Yoda) or...
Photos of iconic Brooklyn pizza joint owner's bullet-riddled body shown to jurors
Jurors on Wednesday were shown autopsy photos of L&B Spumoni Gardens co-owner Louis Barbati's bullet-riddled body -- taken after he was gunned down in 2016 outside of his Dyker Heights...
Heastie’s awful honesty on you paying more for multibillion-dollar mistakes
"For us in the Assembly, we always believe in raising revenue,” Speaker Carl Heastie told reporters Tuesday as he discussed how to handle New York’s coming $6.1 billion budget gap....
Snowboarder Shaun White tries again to sell NYC penthouse
The snowboarder first put the 1,174-square-foot one-bedroom at 425 E. 13th St. on the market in 2017, and is trying again to find a buyer while he looks for a...
Black ballet pioneer Arthur Mitchell's UWS pad lists for $2M
The two-bedroom unit at 60 Riverside Drive was the home of Mitchell, a co-founder of the Dance Theater of Harlem and the first African-American dancer with the New York City...
Jonathan Turley’s common sense would turn impeach tide, if Dems dare listen
Wednesday’s Judiciary Committee hearing was devastating to Democrats’ drive to impeach President Trump — thanks overwhelmingly to the one Republican-called witness, George Washington Law prof Jonathan Turley. “This is an...
Greg Schiano is 'all-in' to make Rutgers relevant again
Greg Schiano’s eyes swiftly glanced all around the room, his focus intense, the volume in his voice rising. There were school officials and boosters, former players, New Jersey Gov. Phil...
Pantone announces color of the year with a not-so-subtle message
Pantone is feeling a certain shade of blue — classic blue. The cult-favorite color company announced its highly anticipated "Color of the Year" Wednesday night. And along with it, perhaps,...
Eli Manning's cleaner goodbye comes with Daniel Jones agony
He didn’t find solace in the possible growth to come out of seeing the game from a different perspective. Or in the idea he should prematurely end his rookie season...
'Secret' farm hotel in the Hudson Valley is on the market for $8.5M
Fueled founder Rameet Chawla is selling Old Stone Farm in Rhinebeck, NY, a stately residence transformed into a "secret" hotel named The Dutchess.
Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber eye $10M Manhattan penthouse
The supermodel and entertainment mogul, now empty nesters, continued their Nolita house hunt by touring the 3,088-square-foot penthouse at 199 Mott St.
Def Leppard releases stadium tour dates for 2020 with Mötley Crue, Poison and Joan Jett
Def Leppard announced dates for a stadium tour show in 2020 with Motley Crue, Poison and special guest Joan Jett & the Blackhearts on the bill.
Video shows squalid apartment where Zymere Perkins, 6, was beaten to death
Jurors Wednesday saw video in Manhattan court of the filthy apartment where 6-year-old Zymere Perkins was tortured to death. The short clip of the house of horrors at 606 W....
Is Brad Pitt a big ol' crybaby? Real guys weigh in on crying
Men today are a bunch of crybabies. Earlier this week, Brad Pitt told Interview magazine that he stayed dry-eyed for two decades — but now, he's finally ready to let...
The Jets worth watching before likely roster tear-down
The games mean nothing again, the playoff pipe dream went up in smoke in Sin-cinnati, and it is Wait ’Til Next Year again. The winds of change will be howling...
'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' world is turned upside down in Season 3
The glamorous New York popularized by “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” is turned upside-down in Season 3. That beautiful classic six on Riverside Drive, for example. The apartment where Midge’s (Rachel...
Melania Trump blasts impeachment witness for joking about Barron's name
First lady Melania Trump on Wednesday tore into the expert witness at the House Judiciary Committee hearing who used her teen son Barron's name to make a point about the...
NYPD names first black chief of detectives in shuffle of brass
The NYPD named the first black chief of detectives in department history Wednesday — one month after Mayor Bill de Blasio came under fire for skipping over another high-ranking black...
Steve Cohen's looming Mets takeover changes everything
The words seem coldly ironic now, almost 40 years later. But early on the Friday afternoon of Jan. 25, 1980, they had the desired effect. Until this moment, Fred Wilpon...
One howl of a shot: Photo of real-life 'Wolf of Wall Street' sells for $200K
A photograph of Jordan Belfort -- the party-loving finance crook whose high-flying life and epic downfall inspiredMartin Scorsese's “The Wolf of Wall Street” -- sold for $200,000 at a Miami...
Karma for Kamala Harris and other commentary
Conservative: Karma for Kamala Why did Kamala Harris’ 2020 run fail? Her “unbridled ambition and aggression” weren’t enough to overcome her “lack of a clear policy vision,” argues RealClearPolitics’ Philip...
Hammer-wielding maniac follows man through subway train
A hammer-swinging weirdo threatened to "rearrange your face" after he stalked a straphanger through a Manhattan subway station on Wednesday, police said. The 28-year-old victim was on the L train...
The sobering reality of Eli Manning's sudden farewell
It could not happen organically because, well, no one wanted it. Not Pat Shurmur. Not ownership. And, first and foremost, not Eli Manning. “Never came up,’’ Manning said Wednesday, a...
Disney World wants to settle lawsuit over claims of bugs in resort food
Walt Disney World is pushing to settle with a Florida family claiming there were bugs "crawling" in their mouths from eating at one of the resorts' restaurants, court records show....
Meet the Mets' likely next owner: Steve Cohen inspired 'Billions' character
The billionaire in line to become the new owner of the Mets inspired Damian Lewis' foul-mouthed financier character in the Showtime hit "Billions." Steve Cohen, a real-life hedge-fund owner, is...
Sundance 2020 lineup includes Taylor Swift documentary
See the full list here.
NY state ethics watchdog won't fine rape survivor after all: official
The embattled Joint Commission on Public Ethics dropped its case against rape survivor Kat Sullivan on Wednesday, ending its threat to hit the child victims' advocate with thousands in fines....
GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz questions impeachment witness about donations to Dem candidates
An expert witness called by Democrats for the House Judiciary Committee hearing Wednesday admitted she has given thousands of dollars to Democratic candidates. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Florida) asked Pamela Karlan,...
Bodycam footage shows SC deputy under attack shooting suspect's mom
Bodycam footage released Wednesday shows the moment a South Carolina deputy accidentally shot a shoplifting suspect's mother in her home while trying to make an arrest. The Greenville County sheriff's...
'Greatest day in Mets history': Fans thrilled Wilpons are on the way out
The Mets may have just won the offseason, at least according to their disgruntled fanbase. Wednesday's news that the Wilpon family is in negotiations to sell 80 percent of the...
Police shootings, use of force on the rise: NYPD report
Police used force to take down suspects more often last year than the year before — despite affecting far fewer arrests, according to new data. A use-of-force report released late...
Steve Cohen will take Mets to 'highest level' for player spending: friend
The potential successor to the Wilpons sounds nothing like them in one crucial area. A friend close to prospective Mets owner Steve Cohen told The Post's Mike Puma that Cohen...
Nearly 700K Americans lose access to food stamps under new eligibility rules
Nearly 700,000 Americans will lose their access to food stamps under new rules formalized by the Trump administration, the Department of Agriculture announced Wednesday. The proposal will see a tightening...
MTA and its largest union reach contract deal
The MTA and its largest union announced a tentative contract agreement Wednesday, following six tense months without a deal. "I am happy to report that we have reached a negotiated...
Steve Cohen's deal to buy Mets had a bizarre Tiki Barber twist
Tiki Barber had the inside scoop -- sort of. The former Giants running back first mentioned during his radio show on Tuesday that the Wilpons could be selling the Mets...
Big ass liar: Federal snitch parties with Kim Kardashian despite pariah claims
A snitch who whined that cooperating with the feds turned him into a social pariah was caught on camera hobnobbing with Kim Kardashian, The Post has learned. Video shows Jona...
Impeachment witness jokes about Barron Trump's name
An expert witness in Wednesday's House Judiciary Committee impeachment hearing riffed on the name of the president's teen son, Barron -- drawing a swift and forceful rebuke from the Trump...
Washington, DC, City Council urges Comcast to keep Starz
Local politicians in the nation’s capital want their Starz. Washington, DC, City Council on Tuesday urged Comcast to keep cable TV channel Starz — the home of shows like “Power”...
Patrick Schwarzenegger says he was inspired by Nicolas Cage for new horror role
Patrick Schwarzenegger is no shrinking violet. How could he be? Son of Arnold, the Terminator, and Maria Shriver, a journalist and member of the Kennedy dynasty, the 26-year-old was a...
Birth control pill shrinks part of brain that controls sex drive: research
The pill shrinks the part of the brain that controls your sex drive, according to new research. Top scientists found that women taking the contraceptive pill have a significantly smaller...
These are the worst holiday gifts Americans have received
A didgeridoo, an enormous rubber duck, a lump of coal and a paperclip necklace ‒ these have all been named the worst gifts ever. New research revealed a wild list...
Smart TVs can allow hackers into your home, bedroom: FBI
A smart TV might not be the smartest buy this gift-giving season. In a pre-holiday advisory to consumers, the FBI warned that the high-tech, internet-connected devices -- especially those with...
Johnny Manziel officially headed for divorce from model
Model Bre Tiesi officially filed for divorce from former NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel, TMZ Sports reported Wednesday. The couple initially broke up earlier this year after just one year of...
Coach who worked with Dave Gettleman wants to stay in NFL
Ex-Panthers head coach Ron Rivera says he intends to continue coaching in the NFL, and he may know someone with an upcoming job opening. After getting the boot from new...
Nine in 10 American drivers think people don't know how drive safely during the winter
Nine in 10 Americans don’t trust other drivers to stay safe on the road in the winter, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 Americans who drive regularly found...
Stefanie Powers dishes on Hollywood legends and her new off-Broadway show
There are those who pay homage to Hollywood, and those who were actually there. Stefanie Powers, whose six-decade career includes Westerns, thrillers, "Baby Jane" knockoffs and glossy miniseries, was there....
LaMelo Ball sounds just like LaVar when talking NBA draft hype
Lavar Ball's youngest son seems to have inherited some of his father's bravado. LaMelo, the 18-year-old son of the wannabe sneaker magnate and youngest brother of Pelicans guard Lonzo, has...
Prince Andrew's friends angry BBC let Virginia Roberts Giuffre 'cry a lot'
Prince Andrew's friends are crying foul over his sex accuser's bombshell TV interview — accusing the BBC of "bias" because she was allowed to "cry a lot" on screen, it...
Permanent hair dye linked to increased risk of breast cancer: study
A new study conducted by government scientists has found that women who use permanent hair dye and chemical straighteners may be at an increased risk of developing breast cancer than...
Airline launches environmentally-friendly edible coffee cups
In recent years, airlines have become increasingly aware of their impact on the environment and have been looking at ways to reduce it. One of the most unusual is perhaps...
Fantasy football Week 14 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Kirk Cousins, Kyler Murray
The fantasy football playoffs are here, which means it's win or go home. If you've made it, congratulations – but don't let a bad lineup choice be the only thing...
Comedian's video imitating toddlers at bedtime is so relatable
Moms and dads online are praising a now-viral video of a comedian’s imitation of a toddler avoiding bedtime.
The Mets may get the billionaire owner they need
The Mets are headed toward an overhaul at the highest level. In a bombshell Wednesday, the Sterling Partners — headed by Mets owners Fred Wilpon and Saul Katz — announced...
London Bridge victims died of 'shock and hemorrhage'
Cambridge University graduates Jack Merritt, 25, and Saskia Jones, 23, were killed by convicted terrorist Usman Khan on Friday while trying to help him with a prison rehabilitation program, police...
Andrew Yang christens new office by shooting whipped cream into supporter's mouth
How dairy! 2020 Democrat Andrew Yang couldn't contain his excitement at the opening of his newest field office in New Hampshire Tuesday. The entrepreneur was celebrating in Manchester with supporters...
Starbucks' holiday drinks have an obscene amount of sugar
Starbucks is wishing its customers a happy holiday by serving festive-themed hot drinks with obscene amounts of sugar, according to a new survey.
Needing to pee when it's chilly can be sign of deadly condition
For many people, with the winter chill comes the frustrating urge to pee a lot more than usual. Not only is it irritating, but doctors are warning that if the...
Lyft sued by 19 more women over sexual assault allegations
Nineteen more women have come forward saying they were sexually harassed, abused or raped by Lyft drivers in incidents that took place all over the country — including three in...
Woman uses fake resume, Kate Upton photo to land $185K job
An Australian woman fabricated her resume, submitted phony “glowing” references and even used a photo of supermodel Kate Upton on her Linkedin profile to land a plum government job down...
Boxing orangutan is main event among 2019's top wildlife photos
Through the lens of a skilled nature photographer, wild animals can appear remarkably human. Among the 25 photos shortlisted for the LUMIX People's Choice Award for Wildlife Photographer of the...
Woman fatally run over in downtown Brooklyn: cops
A 40-year-old woman was killed when she was run down by an elderly driver in Brooklyn on Wednesday, police said. The unidentified woman was crossing in the middle of Pearl...
Dakota and Elle Fanning team up for first time in 'The Nightingale'
Elle and Dakota Fanning are forming a sister act for the first time on screen. Elle, 21, and her big sis Dakota, 25, are teaming up for an adaptation of...
Affluent neighborhoods boost school budgets with donations
The rich get richer. Parents at 132 public schools out of the city's roughly 1,800 donated cash directly into the school's operating budgets in the 2017-2018 academic year, according to...
TikTok slammed for suppressing physically disabled users’ videos
TikTok has come under fire for suppressing videos from disabled, LGBTQ and overweight users, in what the social media app describes as a flawed attempt to tackle bullying. Citing leaked...
Pat Shurmur responds to Steve Tisch: 'Coaching for my job every day'
Pat Shurmur agrees with Giants co-owner Steve Tisch and anyone else unhappy with the 2-10 record. Given a chance to throw his support behind the embattled Shurmur, Tisch told NBC...
Report shows shrinking racial divide across criminal justice system
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Racial disparities have narrowed across the US criminal justice system over 16 years, though black people are still significantly more likely to be behind bars than white...
George Zimmerman files $100M suit against Trayvon Martin's family
The former neighborhood watch volunteer accuses Trayon's mother, prosecutors and others of conspiring to concoct a false narrative through "imposter and fake witness" Rachel Jeantel, who was on the phone...
Japan using dogs to conduct 'anti-terrorism drills' ahead of 2020 Games
During the drill, specially trained Labrador and Beagle dogs sniffed commuters near ticket barriers as officials attempt to balance the need for security whilst not causing too much disruption to...
Amazon company Ring once threw racist staff party: report
Employees for Amazon's Ring home security company wore Native American costumes, including face paint, at a staff party in 2017, a new report claims. Amazon purchased the doorbell camera company...
E-bikes to replace delivery trucks under NYC pilot program
Get ready for even more bikes on city streets — bigger, faster bikes. The de Blasio administration wants to flood the Big Apple with bulky electric cargo bicycles in an...
Democrats' impeachment argument again comes up short
The impeachment inquiry against President Trump took an important turn in the first House Judiciary Committee hearing on Wednesday. Judging by the opening remarks of Chairman Jerry Nadler and the...
Astronomers discover 19 galaxies with zero dark matter
Astronomers are baffled after discovering 19 galaxies that seem to be entirely missing dark matter. The mysterious invisible substance that pulls on nearby space objects was previously thought to be...
Here's the running gear you need for training in freezing weather
Dropping temps don’t mean you have to abandon your love of running outdoors. But choosing the right cold-weather running gear is vital to keeping your training enjoyable — instead of...
De Blasio signs bills increasing access to Hart Island, boosting worker wages
"Folks who have been buried on Hart Island over generations — they are New Yorkers, they are part of the fabric of our life," de Blasio said at a City...
Devin Nunes sues CNN for $435 million over 'hit piece'
GOP Rep. Devin Nunes filed a defamation lawsuit against CNN seeking $435,350,000 in damages for what he called a “hit piece” last month about his supposed ties to an allegedly...
SF neighborhood will pay to power wash feces off sidewalks
San Francisco’s Tenderloin District kicked off a new privately funded program Tuesday to increase the number of times its sidewalks are blasted with industrial-grade pressure washers from once a month...
Wisconsin town has outlawed throwing snowballs
Freeze! A Wisconsin city has made it illegal to throw snowballs -- ranking them alongside rocks and arrows as an outlawed weapon. "No person shall throw or shoot any object,...
Canadians cringe at $4.8M chandelier over homeless encampment
It's not even real crystal, but it's apparently worth $4.8 million. And the item in question — a massive glimmering chandelier — has optics-sensitive Canucks cringing. The 14-by-21-foot, roughly 7,500-pound...
You wanna pizza me? Papa John's CEO hits back at ousted founder
Papa doesn’t always know best. Papa John’s has not changed its recipes despite its namesake founder's binge-fueled claims that the pies have gotten worse, the pizza chain’s CEO said. “Nothing...
Zack Wheeler is an $118 million Mets problem now
Zack Wheeler is taking his talents to South Philly. In the worst of two worlds for the Mets, the fireballing right-hander won’t only be absent from Queens next season, but...
Lunch has landed: AirAsia opens restaurant that exclusively serves plane food
AirAsia, which claims its in-flight food is so good foodies will flock to eat it, started offering up dishes such as roasted chicken with teriyaki sauce at a fast-casual eatery...
High school basketball player suddenly dies in practice
Authorities say a boys basketball player at Dupree High School in South Dakota died suddenly during practice Monday evening. The team was reportedly doing wind sprints when the student collapsed,...
'Shrill' Season 2 trailer: Aidy Bryant wigs out and goes wild
Aidy Bryant’s wild-haired character is looking equal parts in control and out of control as she shakes up her life.
'Get this idiot!': Car thief punches officer, then rides off in cop car
After being escorted out of an Albuquerque, New Mexico, dealership for causing a disturbance and stealing keys from a salesman, Markeda Rivera wasn't done just yet. When police arrived, the...
Scientists risk their lives to collect seeds for climate change fight
LONDON - Braving perils from blood-sucking leeches to tigers and using transport as basic as elephants, scientists have journeyed like “Indiana Jones” to remote locations to collect wild cousins of...
Duncan Hunter's seat in limbo as he faces 5 years behind bars
The seat belonging to Rep. Duncan Hunter (R-Calif.), who pleaded guilty Tuesday to one conspiracy count for misusing over $250,000 in campaign contributions, is hanging in the balance as the...
Councilman faces backlash for calling out board member's Asian 'yellow folks' comment
At a heated gathering of Community Education Council 22 last month, Deutsch "invaded the personal space" of "at least" one member and refused to abide by his speaking time limit,...
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp defies Trump with US Senate pick
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp rebuffed the wishes of President Trump on Wednesday -- tapping an Atlanta businesswoman to fill the seat of Sen. Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) when he retires at...
Why the Sperminator prefers Starbucks (it has nothing to do with coffee)
In Episode 2 of "The Sperminator," get to know the man himself, Ari Nagel. It's not always easy helping women who are struggling with fertility. For couples coming from out...
MTA hired felon bus drivers due to 'deficient' background checks
An audit by IG Carolyn Pokorny found that 11 employees had lied about their rap sheets on their MTA job applications. Some of the convictions were for rape, criminal possession...
Lesbian couples are thrilled to meet the Sperminator
In Episode 3 of "The Sperminator," it's time to meet the mothers. Devin, a mom living in Queens, NY, is the 23rd person to get pregnant from Ari Nagel's "super...
Sperminator's salary halved by child support, summer camp and more
It's not one big happy family for the Sperminator. Five women have successfully sued Ari Nagel for child support. Episode 4 breaks down the legal consequences of fathering more than...
Chaos as two women divide one sample in a public restroom
Things get sticky in Episode 5 of "The Sperminator" as Ari Nagel produces one sample for two women who are simultaneously ovulating. While most babies are conceived in the bedroom,...
Get Walmart toys discounted for huge Cyber Week sale
Your hunt for the perfect toy for the little one in your life has gotten easier thanks to Walmart’s surprise Cyber Week sale on toys. During the one-day event, you...
Sperminator says he'll stop when he turns 45
Six months after a "crazy" situation, find out the results from two women splitting Ari Nagel's sample — deemed the "golden sperm" by his clients. "Sometimes I can't even catch...
'Sperminator' Ari Nagel has 52 kids and counting
Meet the "Sperminator." When it comes to making babies, Ari Nagel has the Midas touch. After fathering 52 kids — with another 15 on the way — the math professor...
Nothing's more convincing than liberal professors yelling at you
If you loved the first round of impeachment hearings, do Democrats have a treat for you: Liberal college professors yelling! You wonder if House Democrats do not watch CNN or...
Peloton: People actually love our 'sexist' commercial
"We are encouraged by — and grateful for — the outpouring of support we’ve received from those who understand what we were trying to communicate," the company said.
Yankees outfielder uses video game to rip Astros over sign-stealing scandal
That’s a heater from Clint Frazier. The Astros sign-stealing scandal has dominated the headlines of baseball’s offseason, with several players and former players sharing their thoughts on the matter via...
Oh, Tannenbucks! The $15M Christmas tree no one asked for is here
It looks like any ordinary tree. Look closer.
At least 1 injured in shooting at Jackson State University
At least one person was injured Wednesday when someone opened fire on the Jackson State University campus in Mississippi. A university spokesman said an individual was shot in the leg...
US envoy lands in Afghanistan to help revive Taliban peace talks
US special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad arrived in Kabul on Wednesday to meet Afghanistan’s president as part of an effort to revive peace talks with the Taliban, which most recently collapsed...
Law expert: We're all mad — but that's not a good enough reason to impeach
"I am concerned about lowering impeachment standards to fit a paucity of evidence and abundance of anger," Jonathan Turley, professor at George Washington University and Republican-called witness, told the panel.
Greg Schiano jabs Tennessee in celebratory Rutgers return: 'Little sharper'
Two years ago, a fan revolt cost Greg Schiano the job at Tennessee. In an ironic twist, fan outrage — this time in his favor — seems to have contributed...
Potentially fatal 'superbug' spreading in New Jersey
New Jersey is being invaded by a potentially fatal superbug. The Garden State has reported 141 confirmed cases of Candida auris as of Sept. 30, with another 22 possible cases...
More than 100 Jewish graves vandalized with swastikas in France
Vandals defaced 107 graves with swastikas and other anti-Semitic graffiti at a Westhoffen cemetery, about 15 miles west of Strasbourg.
Cops nab brute for fatal sucker-punch attack in Brighton Beach
Police have arrested the man who sucker-punched a beachgoer on a Brooklyn boardwalk and left him for dead, authorities said Wednesday. Kyle Gulino, 22, was charged with assault and manslaughter...
Google caught 'red-handed' using stolen lyrics: lawsuit
The song lyrics platform Genius is suing Google after catching the search giant “red-handed” publishing text cribbed from its website. The Brooklyn-based firm is seeking at least $50 million in...
Impeachment hearing witness looks just like Benedict Cumberbatch
The impeachment proceeding has met its 'batch. Social media Sherlocks couldn't help but notice that one witness in Wednesday's House Judiciary Committee impeachment hearings bears a striking resemblance to actor...
Yankees have record-setting deal for Gerrit Cole — if he wants it
When the Yankees want a free agent — think CC Sabathia and Masahiro Tanaka — they do not play poker. They see no sense bluffing about dollars. They know that...
Stormy Daniels appears in filthy financial 'awards show'
Carson Block is trying his hand at shooting videos — and his first effort doesn’t look entirely safe for work. The dirt-digging short seller — whose publicity stunts have included...
Ford will use McDonald's coffee to make car parts
It's not just humans who run on coffee anymore. Cars will soon follow suit. Ford recently partnered with McDonald's to convert coffee waste into car parts — an environmental initiative...
Lawsuit brewing in Starbucks 'PIG' cup controversy
The Starbucks manager who was fired when a cop at her shop received an order labeled "PIG" is considering suing the coffee giant for making her a "martyr," she told...
Cole Hamels returning to NL East with $18 million deal
The Mets will be seeing more of Cole Hamels again. The veteran southpaw agreed to a one-year, $18 million deal with the Braves on Wednesday, The Post's Joel Sherman confirmed....
How to watch the tree lighting at Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center is getting lit Wednesday night. "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" airs live from 8 to 10 p.m. on NBC. The 87th annual tree lighting ceremony will be hosted by...
Keegan-Michael Key, Scott Eastwood, Erin Andrews and other celebs share their holiday wish lists
Keegan-Michael Key Key, who recently voiced Kamari the hyena in “The Lion King” reboot, can be seen opposite Eddie Murphy in Netflix’s “Dolemite Is My Name” and hosting “Brain Games”...
Travel gifts to help you prep for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Big red Swap time zones the smart way, with a bold watch that evokes the Land of the Rising Sun. Nab one before the clock runs out — only 500 were...
Westchester school cancels 'Tarzan' play after parents' racism complaints
Tarzan just got canceled in Westchester. Administrators at a high school in Elmsford are nixing a student play based on the famed Edgar Rice Burroughs story after two parents complained...
Trump slams impeachment proceedings at NATO meet: 'It's a joke'
President Trump ripped the House Judiciary Committee’s impeachment hearings Wednesday before leaving the NATO meeting in London and flying home on Air Force One. “I saw it, and it’s a...
Victorian era millennial isn't like most 24-year-olds
While most millennials are taking selfies, this 24-year-old painter prefers the old-fashioned way to capture someone's image. Meet Michael Koropisz, a portraitist in Manchester, UK, who lives his life like...
RIP Baby Yoda meme — Ted Cruz murdered it
Dead, this meme is. The beloved Baby Yoda internet frenzy has officially jumped the Sarlacc, as Sen. Ted Cruz tweeted a photo of the adorable alien in response to a...
Loaded gun found inside thrift-store baby present
CRESTVIEW, Fla. — A woman who bought a baby shower gift at a Florida Goodwill store was shocked when the father-to-be opened the box and found a loaded semi-automatic rifle...
Didi Gregorius-Joe Girardi free-agency flirtation goes to next level
Free agent Didi Gregorius has a big fan in Philadelphia. While attending the Phillies Charities party at Citizens Bank Park on Tuesday night, newly hired manager Joe Girardi raved about...
Trudeau: I was joking about Trump but we're still pals
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday admitted he was joking about President Trump with other world leaders — but minimized the incident, saying he had a "positive” relationship with...
Woman has lovers fight to the death in 'medieval duel' for her: prosecutor
A cheating wife organized a modern-day "medieval duel" between her husband and her lover — getting them to fight to the death to win her affection, according to a prosecutor....
Investigation uncovers harrowing reality of bride trafficking: 'Where is our humanity?'
LAHORE, Pakistan — Page after page, the names stack up: 629 girls and women from across Pakistan who were sold as brides to Chinese men and taken to China. The...
Break into podcasting with this affordable training bundle
Everyone and their mom seem to be obsessed with podcasts. In fact, more than half the people in the United States have listened to at least one and nearly one...
Americans wake up feeling grumpy an average of six times a week: survey
Americans wake up on “the wrong side of the bed” 300 times a year, meaning only about 65 mornings are “good” ones -- according to new research. With outside noise,...
Hollywood mangles history with 'The Aeronauts'
You can't help but feel swindled by Hollywood's hot air.
'Grinch-like' principal bans Xmas cards to be environmentally friendly
The principal of an elementary school in England has banned students from sending Christmas cards to fellow students — claiming the festive tradition is bad for the planet. Jonathan Mason,...
Connecticut teens killed by mom's boyfriend after fight over smoking: cops
A Connecticut man shot and killed his girlfriend's teenage son and daughter — and then apparently committed suicide — after a fight over him smoking cigarettes in the house, according...
Jay-Z returns to Spotify on his 50th birthday
The Tidal has turned for Jay-Z and Spotify.
Study suggests ancient bubonic plague outbreak was exaggerated
An ancient outbreak of bubonic plague that's been said to have upended the world order was actually pretty tame, researchers say. Although some scholars have said the Justinianic plague helped...
New witness is more bad news for Prince Andrew
An eyewitness claims she saw Prince Andrew and Virginia Roberts Giuffre the night they allegedly had sex for the first time -- and now she plans on telling the FBI...
Famed Indian beach blanketed in toxic foam
A popular beach in India has been knee-deep in frothy, toxic foam for the past few days. This particular stretch of coast, known as Marina Beach in Chennai, reportedly sees...
No amount of Christmas lights could outshine this neighbor's shade
When homeowners in Morphett Vale, Australia, decked the halls — and the house — with lights galore, their neighbor saw no use in even trying to compete. Instead of building...
Scientists optimistic that HIV vaccine could be ready by 2021
Three potential HIV vaccines have entered the final stage of testing, with one HIV expert describing the success of the trials as "one of the most optimistic moments we have...
Rep. Doug Collins blasts impeachment inquiry as 'simple railroad job'
Rep. Doug Collins, the ranking Republican on the House Judiciary Committee, blasted Democrats for holding an impeachment inquiry into President Trump without having fact witnesses testify, saying it's a "simple...
Someone let a $14.6M winning lotto ticket expire
'Scratch' that ticket.
'Boy Meets World' star Danielle Fishel launches hair care line
Before "the Rachel," there was "the Topanga." Danielle Fishel is the follicular tour de force best known for her role as the sassy Topanga Lawrence in the '90s sitcom “Boy...
Eli Manning emerges from darkness to start for Giants
Eli Manning stood in front of the big crowd at his locker, just like old times. “I missed y’all,” he quipped into the tape recorders, cameras and microphones. Manning showed...
The Who set first Cincinnati concert since 1979 fan stampede
The Who is set to perform in Cincinnati — for the first time since 11 fans were crushed to death there 40 years ago in a stampede outside an arena.
Toddler missing from home where mom was found dead: cops
A 1-year-old girl has been reported missing from her Connecticut home -- where her mother was found dead in what authorities are probing as a homicide, according to police and...
Father of missing NJ woman Stephanie Parze shares emotional Facebook message
The father of missing New Jersey woman Stephanie Parze -- who vanished more than a month ago -- shared a heart-wrenching post to Facebook this week as authorities and volunteers...
Trump confirms unplanned meeting with Erdogan at NATO summit
President Trump confirmed on Wednesday that he held an unexpected meeting on the sidelines of the NATO gathering in London with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the two leaders...
759 cysts removed from woman's stomach
Her gastrointestinal interlopers turned out to be tapeworm babies.
Troy Aikman: How Jerry Jones-Jason Garrett disconnect is impacting Cowboys
Amid the constant discussion about Jason Garrett's job security -- with Jerry Jones unable to keep himself from talking about it -- there appears to be a disconnect between coach...
Elon Musk to continue testimony in 'pedo guy' trial
Tesla honcho Elon Musk is set to return to the witness stand Wednesday as he faces a civil trial for calling a British cave explorer a “pedo guy.” In his...
Driver begs man not to jump off bridge in the most Brooklyn way possible
Heart-stopping video shows the moment a driver begs a man -- apparently on the brink of suicide on the Brooklyn Bridge -- to "Turn around, bro!" in a desperate bid...
Ex-cop in infamous police brutality case lands cushy, six-figure NYCHA gig
A disgraced former NYPD cop who served time in connection with the infamous station-house sex assault of Abner Louima is back on the city payroll with a sweetheart six-figure gig...
Trump cancels NATO summit press conference
President Trump nixed a scheduled press conference Wednesday morning during the two-day NATO summit, saying he'll be headed straight home after his day of meetings. "Just finished meetings with Turkey...
Mets rival emerge as frontrunner in packed Zack Wheeler sweepstakes
The Mets could be seeing a lot of Zack Wheeler this season, just not in a blue and orange cap. ESPN.com reported on Wednesday the Phillies are now seen as...
House Judiciary Committee kicks off first impeachment hearing
The House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday began the second phase of the impeachment inquiry into President Trump by convening a meeting to hear from law professors about the history of...
Virginia Roberts Giuffre wants Ghislaine Maxwell to 'rot in jail'
Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Roberts Giuffre has called for the arrest of socialite Ghislaine Maxwell -- claiming she "should be rotting in jail for her atrocities" as an alleged madam...
Johnson & Johnson blames FDA for baby-powder scare
Johnson & Johnson blamed the feds for a recent asbestos scare as the company cleared its signature baby powder of the toxic substance. The pharmaceutical giant said “test sample contamination...
Brooklyn teacher arrested for kicking 12-year-old in chest
A Brooklyn elementary teacher was arrested after kicking a 12-year-old student in the chest and landing the boy in the hospital, police said Wednesday. Roger Jassie, 57, was at School...
Woman smoking while hooked up to oxygen killed when tank explodes
A 61-year-old North Carolina woman was killed when she smoked while hooked up to an oxygen tank, according to a report. Belinda Coble was smoking a cigarette around 8 a.m....
Police chief met with Starbucks to urge mercy over 'PIG' cup scandal
The Oklahoma police chief who blasted Starbucks after one of his officers received an order labeled "PIG" has met with the coffee chain to urge them to rehire the barista...
Trader Joe's products recalled over possible listeria contamination
Trader Joe's is pulling several products from its shelves Wednesday over concerns of listeria contamination. So far there are no reported cases of illness tied to the food-borne pathogen, the...
House GOP witness decries 'slipshod impeachment' attempt
The Republican witness at the House Judiciary Committee's hearing Wednesday warned that the "slipshod impeachment" inquiry into President Trump will have serious consequences on future administrations. "That is why this...
Global carbon emissions slowing, but still hit record high
WASHINGTON — The world continues to increase the amount of heat-trapping carbon dioxide it pumps into the air, but it’s not rising as fast as in the previous couple years....
London Bridge attacker spent $1,300 on beauty treatments
London Bridge killer Usman Khan paid $1,300 for slimming treatments just days before his deadly terror attack -- and was dubbed "Beyoncé Boy" because of his forbidden love for the...
Homeland Security wants to face-scan US citizens at airports
DALLAS — Federal officials are considering requiring that all travelers — including American citizens — be photographed as they enter or leave the country as part of an identification system...
'No Time to Die' trailer: Daniel Craig makes his James Bond finale
It only takes three words to whip franchise fans into a frenzy: "Bond ... James Bond." The iconic catchphrase was posted on the official Bond Twitter account Wednesday to hype...
Texas hunter kidnapped after cartel shootout: Captors 'were nice to me'
Two Texas deer hunters who were kidnapped by Mexican cartel gunmen after this weekend’s shootout said their captors assured them they “don’t hurt Americans” -- and even washed one of...
Trump rips 'two-faced' Trudeau after video shows Canadian PM mocking him
President Trump called Justin Trudeau "two-faced" after a video surfaced showing the Canadian prime minister mocking Trump for taking time to speak to reporters at the NATO meetings in London...
Mike Francesa mocks Mad Dog for career after WFAN split
Don't expect another "Mike & the Mad Dog" reunion. Tensions between Mike Francesa and Chris Russo have reached significant levels after a back-and-forth through the media this past week. Russo...
Inside Yankees' free-agency pitch to Gerrit Cole
Yankees officials left Tuesday’s meeting with Gerrit Cole feeling a good rapport between the sides and that the team had presented what New York and the organization could offer to...
Gun background checks in 2019 set to break 2016 record
Background checks on gun purchases in the US are climbing toward a record high this year, reflecting what the industry says is a rush by people to buy weapons in...
Florida GOP candidate called for Ilhan Omar to be hanged
A Republican congressional candidate in Florida proposed hanging Rep. Ilhan Omar and called for other Democrats to be executed in a fundraising email, according to a new report. The message...
Womb mate: Lesbian couple take turns carrying baby to term
A lesbian couple from the UK welcomed the first-ever "two-womb" baby -- with the women sharing in the process from conception to birth, according to new reports. The birth of...
Prince Charles 'read the riot act' to Prince Andrew in Epstein scandal showdown
Prince Charles forced disgraced brother Andrew into a royal showdown where he "read him the riot act" over the Jeffrey Epstein sex-trafficking scandal, it was claimed Wednesday. Charles, the 71-year-old...
Queen appears to scold Princess Anne for not greeting Trump
Even royal daughters get scolded by their mom. Queen Elizabeth II was caught throwing some serious stink eye at her daughter, Princess Anne, for failing to greet President Trump and...
Developer Alan Faena lists his wild Miami home for $16M
Argentine developer, hotelier and former fashion designer Alan Faena is selling his stunning, Spanish-style waterfront abode for $16.5 million. Built in the early 20th century, the Pine Tree Drive residence...
All the art and stars to ogle at Miami Basel 2019
Art Basel Miami Beach The big idea: As it turns 18, the OG Miami Beach art fair comes of age in 2019, still housed in the Miami Beach Convention Center....
'Filthy' Tom Lawlor on MLW and his UFC release
Former UFC fighter and Major League Wrestling star “Filthy” Tom Lawlor, 36, makes time for some Q&A ahead of the promotion’s 2019 Opera Cup television taping for beIN Sports at...
Chef Thomas Keller shares his holiday shopping list
Thomas Keller, the pioneering, Michelin-starred chef behind haute-cuisine meccas like The French Laundry in California and Per Se and TAK Room in New York, is returning to his Florida roots....
Salesforce CEO: Google co-founders should run for White House
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff wants the White House to become the next Googleplex. The billionaire software tycoon nudged Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin to take a stab at...
Bishop of Buffalo resigns amid sex abuse scandal
Buffalo Bishop Richard Malone has resigned amid the growing scandal of clergy sexual misconduct in his diocese, the Vatican confirmed Wednesday. The announcement that Pope Francis had accepted the resignation...
Woman freaks out after mouse rescue goes hilariously wrong
When a rescued rodent jumped into this woman’s car in San Jose, California, her reaction was a-mouse-ing. Watch the hilarious moment her friend, Christen Karoly, accidentally unleashes the furball into...
Outlaw racers break speed record with 27-hour drive across US
It’s a record that doesn’t officially exist, and legally can’t be broken, but a team has obliterated the legendary “Cannonball Run” mark by driving across the USA in 27 hours...
Footage shows NATO leaders gossiping about Trump behind his back
Trump's behavior was the topic of discussion Tuesday, even for other world leaders in London for a NATO summit.
Teen accused of killing rising Nashville musician caught after escaping juvie
Police say two of the four teens who escaped a juvenile detention center near Nashville have been captured, including Decorrius Wright, who is accused in the killing of the musician...
Refs bungle James Harden dunk call as Rockets fall in double OT
SAN ANTONIO — James Harden had a slam dunk wrongly waved off by officials, the first sign that it might not be the Houston Rockets’ night. Lonnie Walker IV helped...
Carjacking 'suspect' driving his own car died after cops applied chokehold
He was placed in a chokehold after he was pulled over for driving his own "stolen" vehicle.
Anthony Davis leads Lakers past Nuggets — after taking an IV
DENVER — LeBron James has been compared to Michael Jordan for his entire career, though on Tuesday night it was Anthony Davis who emulated the Hall of Famer. Davis, ailing...
Kentucky woman busted after selling her baby for $2,000
A Kentucky woman, Maria Domingo Perez, was busted in Bowling Green for selling her baby to another couple for $2,000.
Transgender prostitute abducted and robbed by two male johns in the Bronx
A transgender prostitute was abducted and robbed at gunpoint in the Bronx by two male johns, one whose wife had been texting the woman, police sources said. The incident unfolded...
Pat Shurmur can't blame Giants' offensive line problems on youth
A team record was matched Sunday when Julian Love started at safety. Love became the eighth of the 10 2019 draft picks to start at least one game this season...
Jersey teen accused of gunning down family in New Year's Eve massacre to remain jailed
Defense attorneys said he is autistic and suffers from hallucinations.
Jets' running back solution isn't what you think
Adam Gase has to make an adjustment to how he is calling run plays. He has to start getting certain players more touches. I’m not talking about Le’Veon Bell, whose...
Former Knicks castoff filling key role with Nets
A former Knicks castoff has reemerged as a valuable role player in Brooklyn. Iman Shumpert has become a regular member of the Nets’ rotation over the past nine games, serving...
Subway maniac yells gay slurs, throws man onto tracks
Police are looking for a homophobic maniac who swung a hammer at a straphanger on a subway platform and tossed him onto the tracks.