August 16, 2020
Yankees are getting another weapon back
The Yankees’ already strong bullpen figures to get even better Monday. That’s when they expect to get Aroldis Chapman back from the COVID-19 injured list. “The thought is he’ll be...
Self-proclaimed 'witch' charged with lying in case of missing Georgia mom Leila Cavett
A self-proclaimed witch who claimed he was the last person to see Georgia mom Leila Cavett before she disappeared last month has been charged with lying to federal officers, according...
Yankees pitcher biting his tongue in awkward situation: Sherman
J.A. Happ is trying to pitch and bite his tongue when he is not. He did both well Sunday night. The veteran lefty limited the comatose Red Sox to one...
Jets love what they are seeing in first-round pick
Jets first-round pick Mekhi Becton is already impressing his coaches. Jets coach Adam Gase was asked Sunday if Becton looks confused at all as he starts his NFL career. The...
Semyon Varlamov's huge stop saved Islanders
Islanders goaltender Semyon Varlamov was the only thing standing in the way of Jakub Vrana lifting the Washington Capitals to their first win in their first-round series Sunday afternoon. As...
Man who murdered two moms in 1977 is being freed — and it's Cuomo's fault: Devine
The New York state parole board is the latest institution to fall to the left’s war against law and order. Last month, the board astonishingly granted parole to a homicidal...
Jacob deGrom uncertainty leaves Mets rotation in flux
PHILADELPHIA — This much is clear in the Mets’ muddled rotation: Robert Gsellman and David Peterson are scheduled to pitch the next two nights in Miami. Beyond that, there are...
Nets need X-factor to capitalize against Raptors
When Brooklyn bowed out of last year’s playoffs in the first round, Joe Harris was the X-factor. Philadelphia erased him and eliminated the Nets offense. The Nets will tip off...
Yankees rivalry with Red Sox is turning into a joke
Not much can slow the Yankees these days. Not injuries to three of their top hitters — and certainly not the Red Sox. After placing DJ LeMahieu on the injured...
Man with 'disturbing obsession' with WWE star arrested for breaking into her home
A man with a “disturbing obsession” for WWE star Sonya Deville was arrested Sunday morning after breaking into her Florida home, according to a report. After more than eight months...
How 'Lovecraft Country' brought H.P. Lovecraft's creepy monsters to life
Racism is a monstrous presence in HBO’s new series "Lovecraft Country" — and is joined by nightmarish beasts from the works of author H.P. Lovecraft.
8-year-old girl shot dead during teen's backyard birthday party
An 8-year-old Ohio girl was shot dead over the weekend when "all hell broke out" at a teenager's backyard birthday party, according to police and local reports. Little Mikayla Pickett...
Jets' issues is becoming a Sam Darnold nightmare
As if he doesn’t already have enough on his plate — beginning with the fate of his head coach and the direction of the franchise — Sam Darnold may be...
Aaron Judge 'begged' Yankees to keep him of IL
Aaron Judge said he was ready to play Sunday, although he’s not eligible to come off the injured list until Saturday with a calf strain. “I feel 100 percent,’’ Judge...
Experts weigh in on how to save New York City post-coronavirus
New York City is in crisis. Nearly a third of the city is unemployed, according to a New School analysis, businesses are shuttering, residents are fleeing. Things won’t magically “go...
Islanders owner pumped about playoffs, new arena
Ask Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky about the organization’s future and he’ll tell you the one word that comes to his mind: Bright. “Bright because we have this wonderful new arena,...
New Zealand delays national elections by four weeks amid COVID-19 outbreak
New Zealand will delay its national elections by four weeks, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced Monday amid a growing coronavirus outbreak in the country’s largest city. Opposition parties had sought...
We need someone to run for mayor who will save New York
There’s no denying it: The city’s in trouble. Big trouble. Mayor Bill de Blasio is now a lame-duck figurehead, with less than 1½ years left in office. And the crop...
Former Mets pitcher makes Brodie Van Wagenen eat his words
Zack Wheeler took the high road, opting not to rub in his strong outing against his former team. He didn’t have to. His pitching spoke loudly enough. “I’m not trying...
Pelosi calling back House to vote on USPS legislation
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Sunday her chamber will be recalled later this week to vote on legislation that would bar the US Postal Service from altering any services that...
Nets not backing down from daunting playoffs challenge
Despite losing nine players along the way to injury or illness, the Nets clawed their way through the NBA’s craziest regular season and into the postseason. Their reward? Defending champion...
Illinois teens robbed at gunpoint at lemonade stand, police help replenish funds
Two Illinois teenagers who were running a lemonade stand were robbed at gunpoint, and local police stepped in to replenish the stolen funds. Earlier this month Jude Peterson and his...
It keeps getting uglier for Mets pitchers
At least the Mets starting pitchers gave them consistency this weekend. All three fell apart in the middle innings. On Friday night, Jacob deGrom’s replacement, Walker Lockett, was tagged for...
The biggest storylines facing NBA playoffs
The NBA’s bubble playoffs begin Monday — 16 Disney World survivors starting a journey that will last into mid-October for some. Four first-rounders are on tap Monday — late-summer matinee...
Clint Frazier is major part of Yankees trade dilemma: Sherman
Clint Frazier and Miguel Andujar have returned to the Yankees in recent days. Their promotions were made to replace the team’s two best hitters, Aaron Judge and DJ LeMahieu. Thus,...
NYC showing an appetite for recovery with new eating venues
If anything reflects long-range faith that the city will recover from the pandemic crisis, it’s the counterintuitive commitment to new eating venues even though nobody knows when indoor dining will...
Zappos replacing American Eagle in Union Square
Zappos — the Amazon-owned online shoe retailer — appears to be launching a brick-and-mortar location. Sources said that Zappos has leased the three-level, roughly 16,000-square-foot corner of 19 Union Square...
Big Apple hotels are open for business
Nearly five months after shutting their doors, some of the Big Apple’s fanciest hotels are starting to take reservations again, buoyed by signs of pent-up demand from cooped-up New Yorkers....
Giants are about to 'reveal' a lot about themselves
It is not supposed to be this way so late in the summer. But this training camp experience is unlike any other. Global pandemics have a way of wreaking havoc...
Multiple cops shot in Texas by man barricaded in home
Three Texas police officers were shot and wounded on Sunday while responding to a call at a home, authorities said. The suspect was barricaded inside the residence in Cedar Park,...
J-Rod reportedly 'clear-cut favorite' to buy Mets
The J-Rod Mets may be getting closer to reality. The bid led by Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez has become the “clear-cut favorite” to buy the Mets, USA Today reported...
British trade minister pledges to fight 'unfair' US tariffs
British Trade Secretary Liz Truss pledged to fight US tariffs on Scotch whisky, calling them “unacceptable and unfair” in an op-ed in the Telegraph on Sunday. "I will fight to...
South Dakota turns down Trump's $300-a-week unemployment benefits
South Dakota has turned down President Trump's offer of a $300 weekly boost in unemployment aid amid the coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Kristi Noem on Friday said her state was "fortunate"...
Man fatally shot at gun-violence memorial as shootings rage on
The Big Apple's rash of gun violence continued into early Sunday, with four more shootings reported after midnight -- including the death of a Brooklyn man who was gunned down...
They're set to strike when NY lifts ban on bowling alleys Monday
Rack ’em up! New York City bowling alleys Sunday were preparing to reopen with no time to spare, as the state lifts its coronavirus ban on them Monday. Gov. Andrew...
Shocking video shows moment thieves pull off brazen East Village ATM heist
Dramatic surveillance footage shows the moment two brazen thieves ripped an ATM out of an East Village bodega before making off with the loot. The newly released footage shows a...
Nevada lake turns 'unusual shade' of turquoise after toxic algae bloom
Talk about strange waters. A lake in Nevada has turned a light shade of blue since the start of the month after a toxic algae bloom that's kept area residents out fo the water....
'Piece of s--t' hockey announcer under fire for brutal take
Jack Edwards is back in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons — again. The Bruins’ play-by-play announcer for NESN offered a controversial take on Twitter regarding Hurricanes star Andrei...
Kendall Jenner and NBA star spotted together after Instagram flirting
It appears Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker are engaging off the 'gram as well.
9-year-old boy receives thousands of adoption inquiries after emotional plea
A 9-year-old Oklahoma boy in foster care has received thousands of adoption inquiries after he made a heartbreaking plea on TV saying he'd "just like to have a family." Jordan,...
Everything goes wrong for Mets in 'unacceptable' loss
PHILADELPHIA — The Mets hit a grand slam of sorts Sunday with poor offense, pitching, defense and base running. Other than that, it was a strong performance by manager Luis...
Trump shares Fauci's advice on in-person voting amid COVID-19
President Trump on Sunday shared Dr. Anthony Fauci's advice on voting in person amid the coronavirus pandemic — after the expert said there's "no reason" it can't be done. "'If...
Giants planning to sign kicker who once broke their hearts
The last time the Giants tried their luck with a Scottish-born kicker, he helped boot them to their two most recent Super Bowls. The Giants hope Graham Gano can follow...
Raves busted in NYC neighborhood with troubling COVID-19 uptick
Two raves packing a total of more than 280 people were busted up early Sunday in Sunset Park, Brooklyn — just days after Mayor Bill de Blasio warned that the...
Portland cops hurt by 10-pound rock thrown by protestors
Two Portland police officers were hospitalized after protestors hurled a 10-pound rock at cops during the 79th night of clashes in the City of Roses, according to reports. Police said...
Strip club worker may have exposed 550 people to coronavirus
A Toronto jiggle joint worker infected with COVID-19 may have exposed more than 500 people to the illness, health officials have warned.
Sanitation union chief warns budget cuts could endanger NYC
Rats are running rampant and dangerously under-prepared snowplow drivers could hit New York's streets thanks to recent city budget cuts, a sanitation union boss told The Post. "I realize the...
Army National Guard soldier, 36, dies in training accident at Fort Hood
A Texas Army National Guard soldier died in a training accident at Fort Hood -- marking the sixth death linked to the embattled base in recent months. Sgt. Bradley Moore,...
Mathew Barzal's OT-winner gives Islanders stranglehold on series
The Islanders may have another chance to break out the brooms. After putting together the strong start they’ve been looking for all series, the Islanders continued to finish like they...
Madeleine McCann prime suspect reportedly sexually abused five-year-old girl
The prime suspect in Madeleine McCann's abduction once sexually abused an ex-girlfriend's five-year-old daughter -- and was busted after explicit photos were found on his laptop, according to a report....
Facebook's algorithm 'promotes' content denying Holocaust, study says
Facebook is rife with Holocaust-denial content, and its algorithm "actively promotes" the material, according to a new analysis.
No mail-sorting machines will be dismantled before election: White House
White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows on Sunday said the US Postal Service will not scuttle any mail-sorting machines between now and the election -- and called on Democrats...
Puerto Rico holds second voting round after chaotic primaries
Thousands of Puerto Ricans on Sunday got a second chance to vote for the first time, a week after delayed and missing ballots marred the original primaries in a blow...
Blogger posts Hudson River swim on TikTok, much to internet's dismay
A young woman posted TikTok footage of herself swimming in the Hudson River -- sparking a tidal wave of grossed-out comments. New York City food blogger "Donna P" posted clips...
'Squad' member calls for 'unrest in the streets' over Trump-backing GOP members
There should be “unrest in the streets” over President Trump and his political allies turning a "deaf ear" to Americans' concerns, including those about the "dismantling" of the U.S. Postal...
Jared Kushner says he'll send his kids back to school amid pandemic
White House senior adviser Jared Kushner said Sunday he has "no fear" when it comes to allowing his own kids to return to school during the coronavirus pandemic. Kushner --...
'Garbage everywhere you look': NYC's parks are in disarray
Nearly two months after the city Parks Department had its budget slashed by almost $85 million, many green spaces in Brooklyn and The Bronx are now littered with trash and...
Ohio State QB working to save Big Ten season
One of the Big Ten's biggest stars is trying to resuscitate its 2020 football season. Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields, a projected Top 10 pick in the 2021 NFL draft,...
Sorority house under quarantine after COVID-19 outbreak
An Oklahoma State University sorority house is under quarantine after nearly two dozen members contracted coronavirus, school officials said. There have been 23 cases detected at the Pi Beta Phi...
Meet the alleged 'Ghislaine Maxwell' of the jewelry world
Desiree Gallas, a former public-relations rep for the Swiss-made jewelry firm Chopard claims her boss, Caroline Scheufele, ordered her to sexually service well-heeled clients.
'The Owl House' features Disney's first bisexual lead character
Disney has made history with its first bisexual lead character in a kids' show, according to reports. Luz Noceda, the 14-year-old lead in the Disney Channel's animated series “The Owl...
Yankees turn to Miguel Andujar in wake of injury nightmare
The Yankees’ injured list is getting crowded again. DJ LeMahieu landed on the 10-day IL on Sunday with a sprained left thumb suffered on a swing in Saturday’s win over...
Man on a mission to personally fix illegally obscured license plates
This Manhattan do-gooder is really stepping up to the plate. Liam Quigley, 29, is on a mission to fix illegally obscured license plates -- an effort to hold accountable scofflaws...
Rep. Zeldin: US will become just like crime-ridden NYC if Biden is elected
The chaos of New York City is exactly what the entire country can expect if Joe Biden is elected president, a Long Island congressman argued Sunday. “Everything is on the...
Food company to change racist name of popular sauce
One of Germany's best-known food companies said it will rename a popular spicy dressing because of the racist connotations of its name.
New York has administered seven million COVID-19 tests
Seven million coronavirus diagnostic tests have now been administered across New York, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Sunday, as the state marked a ninth consecutive day with a positivity rate below...
Inside Jeffrey Epstein's 'Lolita Express' jet and where it is now
It hosted A-list celebrities, tycoons of industry and world leaders alike -- but now Jeffrey Epstein’s private jet, dubbed the “Lolita Express" because he allegedly used it as a flying...
George Kittle's wife Claire celebrates 49ers star's contract extension
Claire Kittle has 75 million reasons to celebrate her "king."
Restaurant apologizes for weighing customers before ordering
A restaurant in China has apologized after weighing diners in an effort to prevent food waste. The restaurant in the central city of Changsha asked customers to stand on scales...
Carmelo Anthony in awe of Blazers superstar
Damian Lillard has another title to add to bubble MVP: Carmelo Anthony's No. 1. Anthony is in his 17th season in the NBA with his fifth team, but none of...
Why Dodgers are pick over Angels
Good news. Rutgers will not finish last in the Big Ten this year. Better news. Looks as though Stitches will not be picking any college football games. Bad news. The...
Most Americans approve of Kamala Harris as Biden's VP pick: poll
A majority of Americans approve of Joe Biden's selection of Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate -- including one-in-four Republicans, a poll released Sunday shows. Fifty-four percent of Americans...
NYPD releases video of suspect in Grand Central shooting
This is the red-bandana-wearing suspect being hunted for shooting a straphanger after a fight at Grand Central. The suspect -- seen casually leaving turnstiles holding a bottle of water and...
Trump slams 'liberal' Kamala Harris as 'disaster' to Dems
President Trump slammed Sen. Kamala Harris, Joe Biden's 2020 running mate, as a "disaster" and most liberal member of the Senate.
NBA star charging $20 for a cup of coffee in bubble
Jimmy Butler is grinding away to pad his $34 million salary this season. The Heat star has taken over the monopoly on coffee shops inside the NBA's bubble, using his...
Top NCAA doctor: 'We’re not in a place today where we can safely play sports'
The NCAA has canceled fall championships. Two of its major college football conferences, the Pac-12 and Big Ten, have canceled all fall sports. And its chief medical officer is continuing...
Telephone service begins between UAE and Israel as ties open
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Telephone service between the United Arab Emirates and Israel began working Sunday as the two countries opened diplomatic ties, part of a deal brokered by...
After nearly losing his leg, Washington's Alex Smith reaches a milestone
Alex Smith nearly lost his leg after a gruesome injury and complications from the 17 surgeries that followed. Sunday, less than two years later, he cleared another huge hurdle in...
14 killed by gunfire this week as NYC shootings skyrocket
New York City's latest bloody week of gunfire saw 76 people injured, including 14 murdered -- with almost two-and-a-half times more shootings than the same week last year, according to...
Biden offers condolences on death of President Trump's brother
Robert Trump, 71, a top executive at the Trump Organization, died on Saturday.
Is it worth hiring a coach to help with virtual job interviews?
Many firms offer resources like these for employees who have been laid off, so it’s logical that such support would be beneficial to those who are just starting out in...
How to protect yourself if you work in a toxic workplace
When Jim Smith (name changed) worked for a public relations, marketing and communications agency in Midtown, he worked for a boss who channeled the fiendish Miranda Priestly from “The Devil...
Jets add Super Bowl champion to desperate receiving group
As Jets coach Adam Gase discussed his team’s wide receiver situation Sunday, he said, “Obviously, we’re a little thin right now.” That’s like saying the Atlantic Ocean is a little...
Nebraska school district cancels classes as staff catches COVID-19
Broken Bow School District announced Saturday that school would be closed for preschool and grades 6 to 12 until Aug. 24 as dozens of staffers are forced to quarantine.
Wayfair offers up to 65 percent off top sellers for Renovation Sale
Your home improvement dreams are about to become a reality. Wayfair just launched its massive Renovation Sale. The month-long sale features major markdowns on a variety of home items, like...
An alarming new type of crime 'trend' is hitting NYC
It’s a despicable rise in fast money. Two men were caught on video as they yanked an ATM out of an East Village deli — a crime the bodega industry...
Rare 'firenado' touches down amid extreme heat
A rare "firenado" tore through California near the Nevada border amid extreme heat and fierce winds in the region, according to a report.
Reporter filmed his own arrest at Proud Boys rally
"Jesus -- I'm being arrested!" Samuel Robinson suddenly cried, his camera shaking as officers were shown around him. He repeatedly shouted, "I'm media!" before the live feed was cut.
This Yankee's future a hot topic with fanbase
You ask, we answer. The Post is fielding questions from readers about New York’s biggest pro sports teams and getting our beat writers to answer them in a series of...
20 items on sale that will upgrade your home theater experience
Here are 20 deals designed to help you upgrade your home theater experience. With savings up to 68% off, you will find everything from immersive headphones and television screens to...
Belarusian leader denies new election, accuses NATO of build-up
Belarus has been rocked by a week of street protests after protesters accused Lukashenko of rigging a presidential election last Sunday, something he denies.
Two key Yankees' offensive cogs starting to heat up
Gary Sanchez homered for a third straight game in Saturday’s 11-5 win over the Red Sox as he tries to put a sluggish start to 2020 behind him. “It’s tough...
Protesters arrested in Chicago, Seattle as civil unrest over police brutality continues
More than two dozen protesters were arrested over clashes with cops in Chicago and Seattle Saturday as civil unrest over police brutality continued across the country. Heated protests were reported...
Mets whiffed on their chances vs. Phillies ace
The Mets had their chances early against Aaron Nola on Saturday night. They missed them, and then they disappeared. Nola escaped two jams through the first three innings then shut...
Mets add two highly touted prospects to 60-player pool
PHILADELPHIA — The Mets injected talented youth into their 60-player pool Saturday. Two of the organization’s top prospects, catcher Francisco Alvarez and pitcher Matt Allan, were assigned to the Mets’...
Jets may have advantage over some teams in one area
Sure, most of the pundits predict the Jets to reside somewhere in the lower half of the NFL this season and not even compete for a title inside their own...
Islanders looking to shore up this weakness in Game 3
The Islanders haven’t been thrilled with the way they’ve opened the first two games of their first-round series with the Capitals. They know it’s been how they’ve finished that has...
Fantasy football owners: Two young QB primed to make a leap
One of the most common mistakes we see in fantasy football is a reliance on year-to-year statistics. They work for analysis if the player is on the same team with...
Kyrie Irving all-in on bubble Nets
Kyrie Irving, who earlier this summer attempted to have NBA players pass on the Orlando restart on a conference call, is even enjoying this Nets run. With the playoffs opening...
Power back in California after brief rolling blackouts
California’s utilities on Saturday night are bringing back power to thousands of customers across the state after a brief outage, according to the authority that operates the power grid. The...
UFC great retires after losing rubber match in trilogy
LAS VEGAS — Stipe Miocic defeated Daniel Cormier by unanimous decision in a five-round bout Saturday night to win the rubber match in a fantastic trilogy between the fighters and...
Liberty really are missing Sabrina Ionescu
BRADENTON, Fla. — Napheesa Collier had her second consecutive double-double, Crystal Dangerfield scored 22 points on 9-of-12 shooting, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Sabrina Ionescu-less New York Liberty 94-64...
Casino fined $64,500 after 12-year-old, teens caught gambling
This was a very small bet. An Australian casino was fined $64,500 after a 12-year-old girl and two other teens were caught gambling in separate incidents last year, CNN reported....
MLB rightfully celebrating Negro League's founding 100 years ago
This was back in the spring of 1998, and I was in the middle of one of the great afternoons I’ve ever spent. There were two people inside the main...
Trump 'very strongly' looking at pardoning whistleblower Edward Snowden
He told The Post exclusively earlier this week that he was open to the idea.
Nancy Pelosi, House Dems mull early return from break to address USPS
Members of the House are reportedly considering rushing back from their August break to address the Trump administration's handling of the U.S. Postal Service. Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her Democratic...
Proud Boys rally sparks violence in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Far-right protesters clashed with a church-led unity rally in downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan, Saturday, leading to arrests and several injuries as fists flew, according to reports. The dueling demonstrations formed after...