May 14, 2021
Jarred Kelenic's first MLB hit is a Mets nightmare
May 14, 2021 | 11:49pmIt didn’t take long for Jarred Kelenic to give the Mets and their fans something to make them wonder what could have been.
Rand Paul: 'Little Dictator' Fauci 'acts like an ignoramus every day' over masks
May 14, 2021 | 11:43pmSen. Rand Paul went after Dr. Anthony Fauci on Fox's "The Ingram Angle" on May 14, 2021. The Senator said that Fauci "acts like an ignoramus every day of the...
Happier Place on Earth: Disney World ends outdoor mask requirement
May 14, 2021 | 11:07pmThey're ditching the masks but keeping the mouse ears. Disney World guests will soon be able to walk around outside at the parks mask-free.
Israeli airstrike reportedly kills at least seven Palestinians in Gaza
May 14, 2021 | 10:49pmAt least seven Palestinians were reported killed in Gaza City by an Israeli airstrike early Saturday as the worst fighting between Israel and Hamas since 2014 ground on with no...
Mets lose crusher as win streak ends at seven
May 14, 2021 | 10:32pmMets' seven-game win streak comes to an end after a crushing 3-2 loss to the Rays on Friday night at Tropicana Field.
Former Navy pilot recalls seeing hundreds of UFOs, calls them security threat
May 14, 2021 | 10:30pmCould UFOs be a danger to the United States' national security? Former Navy Lieutenant Ryan Graves said he believes they are, in an upcoming "60 Minutes" interview.
Yankees star saves day off bench for needed win
May 14, 2021 | 10:19pmWhen things are going poorly for the Yankees, there’s no elixir like a trip to Camden Yards.
NBA's view of Knicks has changed
May 14, 2021 | 9:57pmRJ Barrett said he has noticed how much respect the Knicks have received from opposing teams and players after reaching the playoffs for the first time in eight years.
Maxine Waters among lawmakers accused of using air marshals as a 'concierge service'
May 14, 2021 | 9:57pmOn a flight back to Minnesota in April, Democrat Rep. Maxine Waters reportedly asked for accompaniment from air marshals on her plane and then at the airport.
This is when Israel-Hamas ceasefire could reportedly come
May 14, 2021 | 9:39pmAn agreement to halt the worst fighting between Israel and Hamas in more than six years could come within days, The Times of Israel reported Friday, citing an unidentified diplomat.
Liberty star delivers win in moment that was 'too good to be true'
May 14, 2021 | 9:26pmSabrina Ionescu made a 3-pointer from the wing with less than a second remaining to give the New York Liberty a 90-87 victory over the Indiana Fever on Friday night...
Suspect in custody after bomb threat at Andrews Air Force Base
May 14, 2021 | 9:22pmA suspect is in custody after he drove up to Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland and told officials he had a bomb Friday afternoon.
China lands on Mars in latest advance for its space program
May 14, 2021 | 9:13pmIn an historic event for its space program, China has put a spacecraft on Mars for the very first time, according to a report from Xinhua News Agency.
Yankees won't be able to run from this growing problem
May 14, 2021 | 9:02pmBrett Gardner and Clint Frazier are providing the Yankees with neither an embarrassment of riches nor a playing-time dilemma.
Matt Gaetz associate to cooperate in investigation
May 14, 2021 | 8:53pmJoel Greenberg, who is expected to plead guilty next week on multiple federal charges, will now be helping federal investigators who are looking into Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz.
NIH head accuses Rand Paul of 'misinformation' about US ties to Wuhan lab
May 14, 2021 | 8:49pmNIH Director Dr. Francis Collins went on Fox News to push back on Rand Paul's recent comments, saying the agency has not funded "gain of function" research in China.
NYC mayoral candidates on crime: the good, the bad & the ugly
May 14, 2021 | 8:43pmAt the first mayoral debate, Eric Adams reaffirmed why he is The Post’s choice. We separate the rest of the mayoral pack based on the good, the bad and the...
California's Vandenberg Air Force Base renamed to Space Force Base
May 14, 2021 | 8:25pmCalifornia’s Vandenberg Air Force Base was renamed Friday as a U.S. Space Force Base.
The wonderful wackiness of the Miss Universe costume contest
May 14, 2021 | 8:13pmFrom soccer uniforms to airline pilot costumes, the Miss Universe contest in 2021 had an eclectic mix of outfits. Johnny Oleksinski and Serena French break it all down.
Yankees lineup decimated after injury double whammy
May 14, 2021 | 8:10pmAfter Aaron Boone announced Aaron Hicks would miss time with a torn sheath in his left wrist that could lead to surgery, Giancarlo Stanton was scratched from Friday’s lineup against...
$250K legal contract for Cuomo impeachment probe isn't nearly enough, critics say
May 14, 2021 | 8:10pmThe state Assembly has so far allocated just $250,000 for its sprawling impeachment investigation of Gov. Andrew Cuomo -- enough for barely three weeks of full-time work by its team...
The day Nets have waited for is finally here
May 14, 2021 | 8:00pmFor the time since in 91 days that included 42 games — Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden are expected to share the floor for the Nets on Saturday...
Mets star loving Tampa homecoming: 'Truly a blessing'
May 14, 2021 | 7:56pmMets first baseman Pete Alonso, a Tampa native, (he still resides in the area) awoke in his own house Friday and drove to work.
Derek Jeter sells mansion once rented to Tom Brady for $22.5M
May 14, 2021 | 7:45pmThe former Yankee has scored a home run and sold off his Tampa mansion, which he once rented out to Tom Brady, for $22.5 million after eight months on the...
Facebook loses court fight over stopping EU-US data transfers
May 14, 2021 | 7:34pmFacebook lost a legal battle Friday with Ireland's data privacy watchdog over a European Union privacy decision that could result in the social network being forced to stop transferring data...
Giants' rookie goes barefoot after shoe mix-up at minicamp
May 14, 2021 | 7:32pmOne of the first actions for Kadarius Toney as an NFL player, on the first day he donned a Giants practice uniform, was a simple agility drill, during which he...
Biden hosts DACA recipients as he drops Trump health care rule for immigrants
May 14, 2021 | 7:25pmAmid a growing southern border crisis, President Biden on Friday met privately with six people brought to the US illegally as children and repealed a long-stalled Trump administration policy that...
Grandstanding Cuomo should follow the science and end NY's mask mandate
May 14, 2021 | 7:15pmRidiculous: Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s COVID grandstanding in insisting he needs to do his own review before he can follow Biden administration guidance saying the fully vaccinated don’t need to wear...
Here's what ended the 20-year friendship between Elise Stefanik and Melissa DeRosa
May 14, 2021 | 7:13pmRep. Elise Stefanik and Gov. Cuomo aide Melissa DeRosa attended Albany Academy for Girls together and were on the student council. A call last year ended their friendship.
Ann Skelly on working with Jamie Dornan, Matthew Rhys on Starz's 'Death and Nightingales'
May 14, 2021 | 7:06pmRelative newcomer Ann Skelly got to work alongside two heavy-hitters for her starring role in historical drama “Death and Nightingales." “It was my first time being the lead of a...
Two teens found shot dead on side of road in Florida
May 14, 2021 | 7:00pmWildwood, Florida police are investigating the crime were the two teens were shot to death. Investigators believe the two could have known the shooter.
Biden's secret Venmo account reportedly found in 'less than 10 minutes'
May 14, 2021 | 6:58pmAccording to the report, not only was an account for President Biden found, but accounts for other family members were located. This could lead to some privacy and security concerns.
Les Moonves waves goodbye to $120M exit package, ViacomCBS says
May 14, 2021 | 6:53pmDisgraced ex-CBS chief executive Les Moonves has agreed to walk away from the $120 million exit package he lost when he was fired in 2018, ViacomCBS said. In a Securities...
Video captures mysterious flying object near US Navy ship
May 14, 2021 | 6:52pmVideo taken aboard a US Navy ship off the coast of San Diego shows a mysterious, spherical object flying in the air before disappearing into the ocean, reports said Friday....
Walmart says fully vaccinated employees can go without masks starting Tuesday
May 14, 2021 | 6:40pmWalmart said on Friday that fully vaccinated employees will not need to wear a mask at work starting Tuesday, following the latest guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and...
Women busted for leaving pig's head at former home of Derek Chauvin witness
May 14, 2021 | 6:40pmThe three women, which are accused of vandalizing the home of former Santa Rosa police officer Barry Brodd, are facing felony vandalism and conspiracy charges.
The major playoff headache Nets are trying to avoid
May 14, 2021 | 6:35pmThe Nets and Bucks could try to manipulate the NBA schedule by playing with fire.
Here's which animals Americans think they can beat in a fight
May 14, 2021 | 6:28pmA new online has revealed that, despite our reputation for arrogance, Americans are surprisingly realistic about how we'd stack-up in a fight against animals.
Medina Spirit's status for the Preakness is official
May 14, 2021 | 6:25pmBALTIMORE — Fans will be back at Pimlico Race Course to witness another chance at a Triple Crown. The Preakness will feel somewhat back to normal, even if everything carries...
Trevor Noah ripped for comparing Israel-Hamas conflict to sibling scrap
May 14, 2021 | 6:23pmNo one is laughing at "The Daily Show" host Trevor Noah -- who is being ripped for suggesting that Israel should limit the intensity of its response to rocket attacks...
Political winds — like those in Britain — mean trouble for Democrats in US
May 14, 2021 | 6:05pmFive years ago next month, British voters, in the largest turnout ever, voted to leave the EU by a 52% to 48% margin. It was an unexpected result, and a...
FX comedy 'Breeders' ends Season 2 on a dramatic note
May 14, 2021 | 6:01pmThe FX comedy series "Breeders" ends its sophomore season on a game-changing dramatic note. Monday night's season finale (10 p.m. on FX) finds Paul (Martin Freeman) and his 13-year-old son,...
Black Brazilians protest racism, police violence
May 14, 2021 | 5:58pmBlack Brazilians demonstrated in the country's two largest cities on Thursday to protest against racism and police violence toward their communities in a local version of the Black Lives Matter...
Neera Tanden joins White House staff after OMB nomination derailed
May 14, 2021 | 5:54pmNeera Tanden is expected to focus on potential changes to the Affordable Care Act if the Supreme Court strikes it down.
Biden scraps Trump Garden of Heroes honoring Kobe, Trebek, Bader Ginsburg
May 14, 2021 | 5:49pmPresident Joe Biden revoked three executive orders issued by former President Donald Trump.
DHS warns extremists could exploit eased COVID restrictions for attacks in US
May 14, 2021 | 5:42pmThe bulletin warned domestic extremists might attempt mass-casualty attacks or attacks on government officials and facilities.
Jeff Blackburn returns to Amazon to help new CEO understand Hollywood
May 14, 2021 | 5:25pmA former top lieutenant to Jeff Bezos has made a quick about-face that's raising eyebrows -- returning to Amazon after a five-week stint in Silicon Valley. Jeffrey Blackburn, a 22-year...
Biden's overtures to Iran undercut US bid to end Hamas-Israel conflict
May 14, 2021 | 5:20pmThe likelihood of a successful Biden administration mission to broker calm between Israel and Hamas is low because President Biden's Middle East foreign policy is simply out of sync.
Iron Dome at work: Dramatic photo shows Israel's defense against Hamas rockets
May 14, 2021 | 5:19pmThe missile defense system was developed with US financial and technical support.
Pandemic-hit oyster farmers turn to conservation to survive
May 14, 2021 | 5:19pmWhen the pandemic struck last year, oyster farmer Chris Burtis soon realized the restaurants that bought his oysters had mostly closed. Without a new market, his Ferda Farms faced potential...
Kobe Bryant rap album leaks with star-studded features
May 14, 2021 | 5:08pmThe late Kobe Bryant's rap album that he recorded in 2000 leaked on Thursday — two days before his Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday. The 16-track album, titled...
Bettie Page and Bunny Yeager's sultriest shots up for sale
May 14, 2021 | 5:03pmThe auction will include unpublished pictures and negatives of midcentury beauties, spanning thousands of items across 380 lots.
Suspected killer of Yale graduate student smirks in mugshot
May 14, 2021 | 5:01pmQinxuan Pan allegedly gunned down 26-year-old Yale grad student and Army veteran Kevin Jiang back in February. Investigators are still uncertain why the crime took place.
Colorado man accused of missing wife's death cast Trump vote in her name
May 14, 2021 | 4:57pmThe Colorado dad accused of murdering his wife -- who went missing on Mother’s Day last year -- submitted a fraudulent ballot on her behalf for former President Donald Trump...
Reigning AL MVP in frightening pop-up collision
May 14, 2021 | 4:50pmAfter popping up in the second inning, Dozier jogged out of the batter’s box with his head down. Abreu, the AL MVP in 2020, was running along the first base...
Couple of maskholes: Cuomo, de Blasio's refusal to adopt new CDC guidance sparks confusion
May 14, 2021 | 4:45pmThe New York lawmakers said they need more time to review the new guidelines.
Stranger slashes woman in unprovoked Harlem attack: cops
May 14, 2021 | 4:42pmThe 21-year-old woman had been walking on 135th Street in April when he was attacked by the suspect, who was found on video. The NYPD is still looking for the...
Tom Cruise sells Colorado home for $39.5M
May 14, 2021 | 4:39pmHe was cruisin' for a sale -- and, boy, did he get one. Just two months after listing his Colorado estate for $39.5 million, actor Tom Cruise has sold the...
Jesus statue toppled, American flag burned in NYC church attack
May 14, 2021 | 4:38pmMsgr. David Cassato noticed the crime at the Brooklyn church early on Friday. The NYPD Hate Crime Task Force is now investigating further into the case.
Misinformation surges amid India’s COVID-19 calamity
May 14, 2021 | 4:38pmFalse cures. Terrifying stories of vaccine side effects. Baseless claims that Muslims spread the virus.
What to watch for in unique Stanley Cup playoffs
May 14, 2021 | 4:36pmAttempting to gauge a team’s relative strength within a hermetically sealed season is a fool’s errand, which is perhaps why the bosses sent the assignment my way. No time like...
Dad-to-be sees pink, throws a fit at gender-reveal party
May 14, 2021 | 4:34pmA father-to-be proved himself the biggest baby at his future child’s gender reveal when the balloons came out pink. Apparently, he wanted a little boy.
Now White House wants businesses to pay workers more to compete with unemployment
May 14, 2021 | 4:29pmThe White House on Friday urged businesses struggling to find workers willing to come off unemployment to raise their pay to compete with a $300 per week federal unemployment insurance...
Rep. Ritchie Torres: Here's why I'm supporting Israel — despite the Twitter mob
May 14, 2021 | 4:26pmAs Israel faced Arab riots and endless rocket attacks from Gaza this week, progressive Bronx Democrat Ritchie Torres voiced his commitment to the Jewish state’s safety and sovereignty at a...
Inside the Hamas bombing attack on Tel Aviv
May 14, 2021 | 4:24pmWriting for The Post, Judith Colp Rubin describes the fears and anxieties of dealing with incoming rockets into Tel Aviv as the violence in Israel escalated this week.
Transgender airmen, guardians guaranteed equal opportunity under new policy
May 14, 2021 | 4:17pmCritics of previous military policies argued they limited the department’s ability to recruit from as much of the American population as possible.
Diplomats, donors concerned about sex abuse reports at WHO
May 14, 2021 | 4:15pmBritish, European and American diplomats and donors have voiced serious concerns about how the WHO handled sex abuse allegations involving its own staff during an outbreak of Ebola in Congo.
Rent 'The Royal Tenenbaums' house for $20,000 a month
May 14, 2021 | 4:13pmAn eccentric family reconciliation a la “The Royal Tenenbaums” can be yours for $20,000 a month.
LA residents blast proposed homeless campsites at beaches, parks
May 14, 2021 | 4:09pmA proposal to tackle homelessness in Los Angeles with temporary homeless encampments at government-owned parks and beachfront lots is prompting fierce blowback from residents -- who fear it'll turn public...
Rangers' coaching interviews begin with the favorite
May 14, 2021 | 4:05pmTime waits for no one and neither do team charter flights – not even for the coach. And so when the shared Team USA-Team Canada charter flight to the World...
NFL star, model push one team to center of NFL's vaccine debate
May 14, 2021 | 3:57pmBills wide receiver Cole Beasley and Rachel Bush, wife of safety Jordan Poyer, share similar thoughts about vaccines. Beasley, in a Twitter rant on Thursday, expressed confusion and frustration concerning...
Letters to the Editor — May 15, 2021
May 14, 2021 | 3:57pmPost readers weigh in on the Golden Globes boycott and more.
Beware Joe's inflation tax and other commentary
May 14, 2021 | 3:55pmEconomy watch: Beware Joe’s Inflation Tax “The invisible tax of rising inflation will do far more to harm working and middle-class Americans” than President Biden’s proposed tax hikes, fears Kristin...
Here's how Knicks can earn coveted fourth seed in NBA playoffs
May 14, 2021 | 3:51pmThe Knicks are set to appear in the postseason for the first time since 2013, but they have not given up on their quest to maximize their playoff positioning over...
Court declares missing billionaire dead after 3 years
May 14, 2021 | 3:46pmA German court on Friday officially declared billionaire Karl-Erivan Haub dead.
Rikers inmate escapes through fence before being recaptured
May 14, 2021 | 3:32pmThe inmate, identified as Jorden Hewitt, slipped out of the recreation yard.
Psaki: Palestinians 'suffering as a result' of Hamas 'terrorists'
May 14, 2021 | 3:26pmThe White House press secretary denounced the Hamas terrorist group Friday during a press briefing. President Biden said Thursday that he supports Israel's self defense.
Softball player forced to cut beads from hair, sparks probe into 'culturally biased' rules
May 14, 2021 | 3:21pmNicole Pyles, who is Black, was playing for Hillside High School in Durham when she was told she wouldn’t be able to play with the beads in her hair.
Blind Sheik-following jihadist may be sprung from prison — but is comatose: docs
May 14, 2021 | 3:18pmIbrahim El Gabrowny appears to have completed his decades-long prison sentence on Wednesday.
Hundreds of tips, but no answers in hunt for missing Houston tiger
May 14, 2021 | 3:14pmPolice are still trying to track down the escaped big cat.
'Enough is enough': MTA's Feinberg slams de Blasio over latest subway crime spree
May 14, 2021 | 3:10pmMTA interim Transit President Sarah Feinberg said in a statement that the latest subway attacks “all seemingly could have been prevented by a uniformed presence on each of these platforms.
Honeytrap to mask flap: Swalwell shouts in face of Hill staffer over face covering
May 14, 2021 | 3:02pmRep. Eric Swalwell gave a defense of wearing masks to protect against COVID-19, shouting into the face of a congressional staffer, “You don’t tell me what to f—ng do!”
NYC adolescents flock to get vaccinated on first day of Pfizer shot approval
May 14, 2021 | 3:00pmThe city has approximately 500,000 residents ages 12 to 15.
Israel targets home of Hamas military leader, intelligence site in Gaza Strip
May 14, 2021 | 2:59pmAbout 160 military aircraft took part in a 40-minute, coordinated assault on the tunnel network that marked the largest military strike since fighting erupted earlier this week.
Masks optional outside!: Post's week in photos
May 14, 2021 | 2:53pmNew Yorkers ditch masks outside after new CDC rules.
Lines, tokens and money brokers: Myanmar’s crumbling economy runs low on cash
May 14, 2021 | 2:46pmThe cash crisis is one of the most pressing problems for the people of Myanmar after the Feb. 1 military coup.
'Halston' highlights his iconic bond with Liza — and other daring muses
May 14, 2021 | 2:45pmMinnelli wasn’t the only unconventional beauty who inspired and hung out with Halston. The designer had an entire coterie of fabulous friends who traveled everywhere with him, always in his...
Emily Ratajkowski's NFT sold for how much?!
May 14, 2021 | 2:37pmIn six minutes of intense bidding, a mystery buyer in New York City won the token for a picture of the stunning model.
Suspects collared for terrifying NYC subway slashing spree
May 14, 2021 | 2:36pmSeveral suspects were collared in connection with the horrific string of early morning attacks on the subway in Manhattan that left four victims slashed and another punched, sources told The...
Mosques disappear as China strives to ‘build a beautiful Xinjiang’
May 14, 2021 | 2:33pmIn recent months, China has stepped up a campaign on state media and with government-arranged tours to counter reports that say thousands of mosques have been targeted in a crackdown...
Keep those masks on while indoors in New Jersey — for now
May 14, 2021 | 2:31pmGov. Phil Murphy decided that the Garden State wasn't ready to follow the CDC's new guidelines.
Pirates and Tyler Anderson will beat hot Giants starter
May 14, 2021 | 2:30pmNow that’s incentive! Mayor de Blasio is offering some more free gifts to New Yorkers if they get vaccinated. In addition to free Shake Shack french fries, you can get...
Diver spots fish wearing a gold wedding ring in Australia
May 14, 2021 | 2:29pmA common mullet fish has been spotted in the South Pacific sporting a solid gold collar -- a wedding band lost in the ocean.
What it's really like hunting for morel mushrooms in the wild
May 14, 2021 | 2:22pmMorel mushrooms prefer to grow in warm and wet conditions, which is why April and May is prime morel season on the East Coast.
Banks are easing restrictions on credit cards
May 14, 2021 | 2:16pmBanks are loosening standards to qualify for credit cards and personal loans — and it's not because they're feeling generous.
Paige VanZant's next boxing challenge is fitting
May 14, 2021 | 2:14pmExpect a busy and sun-kissed summer for Paige VanZant. The 27-year-old fighter is rumored to be battling former UFC competitor Rachael Ostovich in a forthcoming Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship event,...
Does anybody want Albert Pujols?
May 14, 2021 | 2:12pmPujols became a free agent and can sign with any team. The Angels remain responsible for his $30 million salary in the final season of a $240 million, 10-year contract.
Say something, Joe! Biden pressured by all sides for response to Israel-Hamas clashes
May 14, 2021 | 2:10pmPresident Biden is facing pressure from warring factions within his own party on how he ought to respond amid an escalating bloody conflict between Israel and Hamas involving thousands of...
Meet Tom Brady's niece – the college star he can't stop raving about
May 14, 2021 | 1:51pmTom Brady isn't the only athlete with star power in his family. The Buccaneers quarterback shares the spotlight with his niece, Maya Brady, who's a UCLA softball redshirt freshman and...
Dad who launched race rant in tony New Jersey town arrested outside school
May 14, 2021 | 1:30pmRobert Vessechia was arrested on charges of disorderly conduct and criminal trespassing May 7 after he refused to leave the township high school and became "verbally abusive" with staff.
Complete Preakness Stakes betting guide
May 14, 2021 | 1:30pmHere's an inside look at the field for Saturday's 146th Preakness Stakes.
Capital paw-nishment: Why this Chihuahua is facing the 'death penalty'
May 14, 2021 | 1:27pmA Chihuahua named Buddy has reportedly been ordered to stand trial after he was collared for nipping an Avon lady — and the puny pup may face the death penalty...
Aaron Rodgers' surprising relationship with rookie quarterback
May 14, 2021 | 1:26pmIt seems hard to believe, but there was a time this offseason when an Aaron not named Rodgers was the biggest story in Green Bay. Re-signing running back Aaron Jones...
Greece joins Mediterranean race to win back tourists
May 14, 2021 | 1:21pmGreece launched its tourism season Friday amid a competitive scramble across the Mediterranean to lure vacationers emerging from lockdowns.
WeWork CEO says 'least engaged' employees prefer working remotely, gets dragged for it
May 14, 2021 | 1:12pm"No one is saying they don't want to go to work. They are saying 'I wanna go to work two or three days a week' and 'I'd like to work...
NASA to show off space lasers, enabling faster transfer of data between Earth and space
May 14, 2021 | 1:11pmThe laser communications will allow 10 to 100 times more data transmitted back to Earth and open the doors to new discoveries.
Retailers scramble in wake of CDC's 'confusing' new mask policy
May 14, 2021 | 1:01pmRetailers are finding themselves caught in the middle of the CDC’s new guidance allowing vaccinated people to ditch their masks in public places -- both indoors and outdoors except in...
Car erupts in flames after driver's unwise use of hand sanitizer
May 14, 2021 | 12:45pm"Using hand sanitizer and smoking a cigarette is a bad combo in unventilated areas like a car," a local fire and rescue official said.
Lakers legend not happy after Jeanie Buss' snub
May 14, 2021 | 12:43pmWest — whose silhouette is the official NBA logo — spent his entire 14-year playing career with the Lakers and led the team to a title in 1972.
The 10 best streaming TV shows to tune into for music
May 14, 2021 | 12:43pmWhether it's classic Donna Summer tracks on “Pose,” ’80s gems from the Police and Cyndi Lauper on “Stranger Things,” or “Bridgerton” putting a classical spin on Ariana Grande and Billie...
Judge goes off on alleged horse-doping cheats who asked for recusal
May 14, 2021 | 12:37pmJudge Mary Kay Vyskocil scoffed at the request for her to recuse herself from the largest horse-doping prosecution in the United States.
SpaceX targeting first orbital flight, planned landing in Hawaii
May 14, 2021 | 12:32pmSpaceX has launched the rocket from its base in South Texas multiple times over the past year, even successfully landing it, but it’s not yet sent the Starship prototype into...
Top scientists slam WHO, insist COVID lab leak theory is 'viable'
May 14, 2021 | 12:24pmEighteen prominent scientists, including a Harvard epidemiologist and a Stanford microbiologist, are calling for a "transparent" and "data-driven" probe into the origins of COVID-19.
Congress moves closer to forming 9/11-style Capitol riot commission
May 14, 2021 | 12:18pmThe deal would create a 10-person body, with five commissioners, including the chairperson, picked by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY).
Disney CEO: CDC mask rule will spur 'immediate' jump in theme park attendance
May 14, 2021 | 12:10pmDisney Chief Executive Bob Chapek said the surprise decision by the CDC to lift its mask requirements is “very big news” for its Disney World theme park — and he...
Why New Yorkers are fleeing to exclusive Kiawah Island this summer
May 14, 2021 | 12:02pmInsiders told The Post that over the last year a bevy of New Yorkers have bought up numerous shares, leaving the resort nearly sold out with “very limited inventory remaining."
Silver Sands Motel owner fights 'Hamptons style' resort makeover
May 14, 2021 | 11:44amTerry Keefe's grandparents opened the quaint motel in 1957 — but a developer now plans to remodel the 36-room property and it’s tearing his family apart.
DoorDash shares surge 15 percent on surprisingly strong sales
May 14, 2021 | 11:39amDoordash shares surged more than 15 percent after the food-delivery giant reported better-than-expected quarterly results, signaling that customers are still ordering in instead of going to restaurants.
Mayoral candidate makes puzzling claim about food poisoning in NYC
May 14, 2021 | 11:32amDemocratic mayoral candidate Kathryn Garcia made a head-scratching claim that food poisoning from dining out or takeout isn't much of an issue in New York City.
For deep-diving elephant seals, it takes lots of work to stay fat
May 14, 2021 | 11:22amScientists have conducted the most thorough study to date of the unique feeding behavior of northern elephant seals.
Toshiba business unit says it was hacked by DarkSide criminal group
May 14, 2021 | 11:13amToshiba Tec said its European subsidiaries were hit by the cyberattack.
Steven Mnuchin finally nabs buyer for $25M 'world's richest building' pad
May 14, 2021 | 11:13amFormer US Treasury Secretary's apartment at the tony 740 Park Ave. has finally found a buyer, thanks to a hefty COVID discount. The 12-room duplex notably features five bedrooms and...
China Mars rover to land between Saturday and Wednesday
May 14, 2021 | 11:04amThe China National Space Administration said in a brief notice that the Tianwen-1 probe has collected a large amount of scientific data since entering Mars orbit on Feb. 10.
NYC's scary new tourist attraction: An all-glass 'Ascent' into the sky
May 14, 2021 | 11:04amSubjecting yourself to voluntary vertigo has never been easier. Midtown's One Vanderbilt will soon offer thrill-seekers a fresh way to be scared of New York: an all-glass enclosed elevator on...
Learn how to create your own NFTs with this $20 master class
May 14, 2021 | 11:04amNon-fungible tokens (NFTs) can be applied to items such as photographs, artwork, videos, audio, or any other type of digital file – and this increases their value.
Shaq and Charles Barkley get even closer during commercial break
May 14, 2021 | 11:02amDr. O'Neal came in clutch for Charles Barkley on "Inside the NBA" on Thursday night.
Colonial Pipeline hackers DarkSide have lost control of money, will shut down
May 14, 2021 | 10:56amCybercrime group DarkSide, the gang was behind the attack on Colonial Pipeline, said it has lost control of its web servers and some of the money it’s made off of...
Jaden Smith and New Balance release trendy Pink Vision Racers
May 14, 2021 | 10:50amJaden is back -- and if you loved this popular shoe, then copping its pink colorway is a worthy investment.
This $40 air fryer allows you to enjoy fried food without the guilt
May 14, 2021 | 10:50amWhen air frying, your food won’t lose its original taste or nutrients. Plus, it has a faster cooking time and eliminates the need for oil.
'Army of the Dead' star Tig Notaro: Chris D'Elia facing 'consequences'
May 14, 2021 | 10:47amNotaro stepped in to replace the embattled actor as a kickass helicopter pilot in Zack Snyder's upcoming action film "Army of the Dead."
This portable printer is 44% off and small enough to fit in your pocket
May 14, 2021 | 10:45amThe PoooliPrint L1 Inkless Pocket Printer provides inkless printing and can print any image in 1.9-inch width from your smartphone screen.
How Michael Chandler suddenly disrupted UFC's star-heavy division
May 14, 2021 | 10:31amMichael Chandler always believed he’d find himself fighting for the UFC lightweight title someday. He just didn’t think it would come so soon after his debut with the promotion at...
Heat veteran ejected minutes into season debut after Dwight Howard altercation
May 14, 2021 | 10:24amHeat veteran Udonis Haslem's season debut lasted three minutes. He saw his first minutes of the season, starting the second quarter of the Heat's eventual 106-94 win over the Sixers...
The kids are not all right: Unvaxxed children still need to wear masks: Fauci
May 14, 2021 | 10:22amFauci added studies show that “children of any age” could be inoculated as soon as the end of the year.
Officials baffled as nearly 20 elephants suddenly drop dead
May 14, 2021 | 10:09am"We need to find out through forensic tests if there could be any other reason, like poisoning or disease."
Russia picks cast for movie to be shot in space
May 14, 2021 | 10:00amThe four people selected are scheduled to launch to the International Space Station in October.
Israel’s security service takes over probe of Jewish-Arab attacks
May 14, 2021 | 9:39amIsrael’s Shin Bet security service has reportedly taken over the probe of a surge of communal ethnic violence between Jews and Arabs from the national police.
Stefanik approved as No. 3 House Republican after Liz Cheney ouster
May 14, 2021 | 9:26amHouse Republicans approved Rep. Elise Stefanik to their No. 3 leadership position Friday — officially voting her into the post after Rep. Liz Cheney was forced out this week.
Retail spending unchanged in April — even as more businesses reopened
May 14, 2021 | 9:25amRetail sales, which include purchases at stores, restaurants and online, remained flat in April compared with the prior month, according to data released by the Commerce Department.
A different Joel Embiid was revealed in his scariest moment of season
May 14, 2021 | 9:18amJoel Embiid's scariest moment of the season woke his six-month-old son up.
MLB fan gets knocked out with one punch in wild video
May 14, 2021 | 9:02amWell, that escalated quickly.
US pulls 120 military personnel from Israel, urges Americans not to travel
May 14, 2021 | 9:01amThe United States has withdrawn 120 military personnel from Israel and is advising Americans to reconsider any travel plans to the region amid an escalating bloody conflict.
Hyped prospect's debut allows Mets fans to relax for one day
May 14, 2021 | 8:54amKelenic went 0-for-4 in his much-hyped debut on Thursday night in the Mariners' 4-2 loss to the Indians.
'SNL' claims host Keegan-Michael Key 'promised best show in 46 years'
May 14, 2021 | 8:47amHe's returning to his sketch comedy roots this weekend — and they are making sure he has a lot of hype to live up to.
Dogecoin leaps 30 percent after Elon Musk calls it 'potentially promising'
May 14, 2021 | 8:31amDogecoin jumped more than 34 percent Friday after Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted about the cryptocurrency -- calling it “potentially promising.”
How Israel used a tweet to lure militants to their doom in terror tunnels
May 14, 2021 | 7:56amAn ambiguous statement tweeted by the Israel Defense Forces gave the impression that its troops had entered Gaza – leading media outlets worldwide to report about a ground incursion.
Terror train: 4 slashed in 35 minutes in chain of attacks on NYC subway
May 14, 2021 | 7:36amThe violence began around 4:25 a.m. when a man sitting on a southbound 4 train was pushed by two strangers, cops said. One of them displayed a knife and slashed...
Israeli PM vows not to let up on Hamas as all-out military assault intensifies
May 14, 2021 | 7:28amIsraeli continues to pound the Gaza strip with heavy artillery fire on May 14, 2020 with the Prime Minister declaring that the campaign "will continue as long as necessary."
Sports bar has never-ending staircase to the bathroom
May 14, 2021 | 6:55amThis sports bar has the longest staircase you've ever seen. See how many flights of stairs that patron Katie Hulme descends just to get to the restrooms at McCooley’s pub...
Yankees starter takes another big step in rehab
May 14, 2021 | 2:37amYankees starter Luis Severino took another step forward in his comeback from Tommy John surgery Thursday.
Robert Durst's lawyers reveal bladder cancer diagnosis and ask to delay trial
May 14, 2021 | 2:33amRobert Durst, who has been jailed since 2015, is reportedly suffering from bladder cancer as his trial is set to resume following a yearlong break due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Jets claim running back from 49ers
May 14, 2021 | 2:16amThe Jets claimed running back Austin Walter off waivers from the San Francisco 49ers.
Banged-up Knicks star gets a rest day
May 14, 2021 | 1:58amThe minutes have finally caught up with Knicks point guard Derrick Rose, who missed Thursday’s win over the Spurs with what the team termed a sprained ankle but was more...
Yankees reliever roughed up by Rays in step backward
May 14, 2021 | 1:26amThursday, that successful stint proved to be an outlier as Yankees reliever Justin Wilson’s progress was erased with a step backward.
Why revamped Liberty are opening season with optimism
May 14, 2021 | 1:20amOn Friday night, the Liberty will tip off the WNBA’s 25th anniversary season against the Indiana Fever (7 p.m., YES) with a limited number of fans in attendance at Barclays...
Man suckered-punched by stranger in NYC subway station
May 14, 2021 | 1:09amA man was attacked randomly on May 12, 2021 outside a Brooklyn MTA stop. The man who was attacked was on his phone when the assailant walked up behind him...
Yankees' big weakness never looked so obvious
May 14, 2021 | 12:50amWill Oriole Park at Camden Yards heal the Yankees’ offense like a visit to Key West healed Billy Crystal and Gregory Hines in “Running Scared”? If it doesn’t, should that...
Pelosi not changing House chamber mask rule despite CDC guidance
May 14, 2021 | 12:35amHouse Speaker Nancy Pelosi says that House members will still be required to wear a mask after the CDC eased restrictions on those fully vaccinated with times of debating being...
Man found dead inside NYC subway
May 14, 2021 | 12:19amA man was found dead inside a Manhattan subway train on Thursday night, police said. The man, believed to be in his 60s, was discovered by a conductor aboard a...
The choice for next NYC mayor is clearer than ever
May 14, 2021 | 12:17amThursday's lackluster Democratic Mayoral debate left many viewers endorsing Eric Adams as the next mayor. Many of the candidates gave barely noticeable performances,
Knicks may be running out of season in frantic finish
May 14, 2021 | 12:17amHow bad did it look? This bad: there were scattered boos bouncing across Madison Square Garden in the third quarter. Boos have been few this year, and far between. Even...
Dramatic video shows cat jump to safety from burning Chicago apartment
May 14, 2021 | 12:00amIt was a purrr-fect landing. A black cat escaped injury after leaping from the fifth floor window of a burning apartment in Chicago on Thursday. The jarring jump to safety...