June 20, 2021
Gunman arrested after firing at transit cops in NYC
A gunman was arrested after firing his weapon at NYPD transit cops pursuing him outside of a Harlem subway station on Sunday night, police said.
Waitress abducted, assaulted after confronting dine-and-dashers
A waitress at a South Jersey diner was reportedly abducted and beaten up by a group of customers after she confronted them when they tried to leave without paying for...
Misery has become a thing for these two golfers
Dissecting the losers (non-winners?) of major championships and the respective ramifications for each of them is sometimes as compelling as analyzing what the victory did for the winner.
Iran shuts down nuclear power plant for emergency repairs
Iran’s lone nuclear power plant was temporarily shut down over an unexplained emergency, according to the authoritarian nation's state-run media.
US borders with Mexico and Canada to remain closed for another month
The US borders with Mexico and Canada will remain closed to all non-essential travel for at least another month to limit the spread of the coronavirus.
76ers fans toss trash on court after heartbreaking loss
Sixers fans let the home team have it and booed them off the court and were reprimanded by the public address announcer for throwing trash on the court.
Grounded: American Airlines cancels hundreds of flights
American Airlines canceled more than 300 flights Saturday and Sunday, many because they couldn’t staff crews for the planes.
Bryson DeChambeau denies having meltdown at US Open
SAN DIEGO — Bryson DeChambeau refused to call his performance Sunday afternoon in the final round of the U.S. Open a meltdown. How else do you describe having a one-shot...
Body of 7-year-old tuber found in river after plummeting over dam
The body of a fourth tuber — a 7-year-old boy — was found Sunday after he and eight relatives plunged over a dam on their floats last week, authorities said.
Kevin Durant may win a title this year after all
Kevin Durant may win a title this year after all.
The media bought Vladimir Putin's flattering lies: Devine
Russian disinformation is so yesterday. Vladimir Putin speaks the gospel truth, now that he’s declared Joe Biden is not the senile old fool he’s been painted to be by a...
Cops bust thief who stole 42,000 pounds of pistachios
Alberto Montemayor, 34, is accused of moving a tractor trailer with the pistachios from the Montemayor Trucking lot to another lot nearby
Our prosecutors are imperiling us
What to say about The Bronx and Manhattan district attorneys throwing out most of the looting and vandalism cases from the wake of the George Floyd protests last year?
Starbucks customer pulled gun on barista for missing cream cheese
A Florida man flew into a rage after his Starbucks barista didn't give him the cream cheese he ordered with a bagel — and pulled a gun on the woman,...
Why the Yankees stayed away from key reliever
With the Yankees protecting a one-run lead in the eighth inning Sunday, Aaron Boone called on a lefty out of the bullpen.
Rare Islanders change pays off big-time
Barry Trotz memorably told a reporter that he could “play fantasy hockey” all he wants when the Islanders head coach fielded questions about why Kyle Palmieri wasn’t skating on the...
Gypsy moth caterpillars rain poop down on upstate NY
Caterpillars from a species that has exploded in population in upstate New York are gorging on tree leaves and showering excrement onto residential yards, according to residents from the region.
Changes could be coming to Nets' coaching staff
Nets head coach Steve Nash may be forced to restructure his staff.
Woman kidnapped by triple murder suspect convinces him to surrender
Oen Nicholson will be extradited back to Oregon where he faces three murder charges for the deadly rampage that began when he allegedly killed his father, Charles Nicholson.
Outfielder moves Mets closer to getting whole again
Another reinforcement could be within a week of rejoining the Mets.
Bartender's fake receipt saves women from being hit on by 'creep'
Max Gutierrez, shot to internet fame last week, when a woman named Trinity Allie shared on Twitter how he helped her and a friend fend off an unwanted pick-up artist...
Trump wishes a happy Father's Day to 'losers' and 'RINOs'
Former President Donald Trump on Sunday sent a Father's Day message to his political adversaries — who he blasted as "losers."
How Charles Schulz created his iconic 'Peanuts' characters
Apple TV+ is now the home of all-things-"Peanuts" -- so it's the logical place home for a new documentary about Charles Schulz, who created the iconic comic-strip franchise.
Golf star rebounds from COVID-19 fiasco to win US Open
Jon Rahm won the US Open on Sunday to claim his first major, capping off an emotional two weeks for the golfer.
Bidenomics threatens to derail America's recovery from a year of COVID lockdowns
New jobless claims last week rose for the first time in six weeks, in the latest sign that Bidenomics means big trouble for the nation.
Eric Adams recalls kids' emotional damage in horrifying Bronx shooting
Cops need to “catch this bastard” who gunned down a fleeing man on a Bronx street inches from two young siblings, mayoral hopeful Eric Adams said Sunday — as one...
Supreme Court decisions expose Democrats as half-baked hysterics
When President Donald Trump nominated Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court last fall, hysterical Democrats declared millions of Americans would lose health coverage with her vote against ObamaCare.
Yankees' dramatic turnaround begs one question
In just one week, the Yankees changed their vibe, quieted down the calls for the entire organization to be imploded.
'Throuple' Rep. Katie Hill says she is considering another run for office
Former congresswoman Katie Hill, who resigned in 2019 amid a highly publicized “throuple” sex scandal, said in a new interview that she is mulling another run for office.
This summer, turn off your screens and boldly go out into the real world
In the early days of the pandemic, I wrote with gratitude about our screens, which kept us connected when things were locked down.
Eyewitness recounts horror as driver plowed into bicyclists during race
A pickup truck driver who plowed through racing bicyclists in Arizona on Saturday left a bloody trail of carnage in his wake, according to a harrowing eyewitness account.
The undying myth of GOP 'obstructionism'
The media have spent the Joe Biden presidency thus far pressuring moderate Democrats to join the left’s efforts to destroy the filibuster.
Nets' early exit is sobering reminder
The Nets’ shaky health cost them a berth in the Eastern Conference finals.
NYC progressives are going to lose the Dem primary to soaring crime
The relentless chaos of the past few months shows that nobody cares about “progressive” issues, like bike lanes or a higher minimum wage, when crime is rising — all they...
The Mets painfully witnessed 'something pretty special'
Turns out Kyle Schwarber’s power swing is ideal for more than just Yankee Stadium.
Big Labor's gift to itself and other commentary
Libertarian: Unions’ Gift to Themselves Big Labor spent millions getting President Biden elected — and now it’s seeking to enact a law “directing federal power and resources to boost flagging”...
Calvary Baptist Church revives exciting plans for tower
The Calvary Baptist Church at 125 W. 57th St. needed a miracle after the pandemic appeared to doom plans for a mixed-use tower.
Israeli vendor booted from Philadelphia food truck event
An Israeli vendor was yanked from a Philadelphia food trunk event, prompting claims that organizers bowed to anti-Semitism -- and leading to a decision to scrap the event.
Adams rips plans to reveal initial election results before ranked-choice count
Mayoral hopeful Eric Adams is questioning the city's plan to release initial results of Tuesday's mayoral primary that night.
Taser-wielding Washington Square Park suspect released without bail
The Taser- and knife-wielding madman who triggered a stampede in Washington Square Park over the weekend was cut loose without bail on Sunday.
NYC Ranked Choice Voting
Explainer on NYC Ranked Choice Voting
Nets' offseason will require plenty of maneuvering
Here's what the Nets' offseason might look like after they were eliminated from the NBA playoffs.
Eric Adams campaign volunteer stabbed in South Bronx
An Eric Adams campaign volunteer was stabbed repeatedly with an ice pick while canvassing on behalf of the Democratic mayoral hopeful in the South Bronx Sunday afternoon, Adams told reporters....
New book takes lessons on aging from our senior citizen celebs
So now comes Steven Petrow, of the Washington Post’s “Stupid Things I Won’t Do When I Get Old: A Highly Judgmental, Unapologetically Honest Accounting of All the Things Our Elders Are...
Letters to the Editor — June 21, 2021
The Issue: Mayor de Blasio’s lack of response to rising crime and disorder in Washington Square Park. Mayor de Blasio abandoned the city during his failed run for president, making...
Minorities, poor NYers say 'Lift the charter cap'
It's not just crime and public safety: Democratic lawmakers, and much of the mayoral pack, are badly out of touch with the New Yorkers they claim to care about on...
Subway worker shortage threatens NYC's push to bring workers back to offices
An MTA worker shortage could derail New York's push to lure workers back to Manhattan offices -- with mass subway cancelations and overcrowded cars.
Florida Pride Parade crash that killed one was an accident, cops say
The car crash at a Florida Pride Parade that killed one marcher and injured another on Saturday night appears to have been accidental, authorities and organizers said.
Ex-Net slapped Brooklyn logo at midcourt after Bucks' Game 7 win
It wasn’t quite Kyrie Irving stomping on the Celtics’ logo one round earlier.
Dippin' Dots CEO accused of revenge porn
The head of the Dippin’ Dots ice-cream empire dished out a cold serving of revenge porn to his ex, sending “private sexual images" of her to multiple people.
Dog tied to cinderblock found dead in East River
Cops made the grisly discovery around noon after getting a 911 call about garbage floating in the water near the Throgs Neck Bridge, the sources said.
Worker shortage has sparked a rent-a-staffer boom in the food industry
Desperate to deliver their goods, New York Food suppliers are hiring mercenary truckers from Alabama -- and they're putting them up in hotels in the Bronx because they can't find...
Former NY sportswriter reveals she was raped by MLB player
Kat O’Brien was 22 and interviewing the unnamed player for a story when he “moved suddenly to kiss me," she wrote in a column Sunday in the New York Times.
Yankees saved by wild game-ending triple play
The Yankees have become the kings of comebacks this week.
NYC mayoral campaigns have vastly different estimates of voter turnout
The Democratic mayoral hopefuls all believe they have a shot to win Gracie Mansion — and each is banking on a widely different estimate of voter turnout in Tuesday's primary,
Slugger's three homers torment Mets in loss
Dead arms and deader bats conspired to leave the Mets at a dead-end over three days at Nationals Park.
Subway crime spiked last month as MTA pushed de Blasio for more police
Felony assaults were off the rails within the Big Apple's transit system last month -- part of an overall surge in serious crime underground, according to new NYPD statistics.
'Kevin Can F**k Himself' is a biting take on the classic family sitcom
Cue the laugh track. The stereotypical stick-in-the-mud sitcom wife is getting her close-up in edgy new show “Kevin Can F**k Himself.” Premiering Sunday on AMC (9 p.m.), the dark comedy...
The couples on TLC's 'You, Me & My Ex' all have a bizarre third wheel
Breaking up is hard to do. Amicable splits are one thing, but what happens when divorced duos still cozy up like couples? Here, ahead of the new TLC series “You,...
Adams rips Garcia, Yang for allying against black candidate on Juneteenth
Eric Adams ripped his mayoral race rivals Andrew Yang and Kathryn Garcia for campaigning together on Juneteenth -- which he says represented a broadside against him, a black man. On...
Sharpton and other black leaders rip Maya Wiley's diversity record
The Rev. Al Sharpton has decided not to endorse in the hotly contested 2021 NYC mayoral primary race, but just two days before the June 22 election he's criticizing frontrunner Maya...
Bullet fired into Brooklyn synagogue
The round ripped into the Kahl-Kizhron-Mordechai Synagogue on Nostrand Avenue in Midwood shortly before 3 p.m., according to surveillance video reviewed by police.
Georgia purging nearly 100K 'outdated and obsolete' names off voter rolls
"Making sure Georgia’s voter rolls are up to date is key to ensuring the integrity of our elections," Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said in a statement.
Amazon adds even more devices to early Prime Day deals
Prices are hot on many of the new Amazon Fire products on sale one day before the main Amazon Prime Day on June 21 and 22. The shopping site is...
Eli Manning couldn't resist jab at Tom Brady in Giants Father's Day video
Eli Manning has Dad jokes, even a few ribbing his brother and Tom Brady.
WH official says US will not issue 'threats' to China amid COVID probe
Instead, Jake Sullivan said, the approach to determine whether the deadly virus began in a Chinese lab would follow "two tracks," including supporting a World Health Organization-led investigation.
Eric Adams the only choice to get kids out of the line of fire
“This is New York,” said the Brooklyn borough president Saturday, “this is not a third-world . . . war zone.”
NYPD releases video of wild NYC street shootout
The footage shows three people walking down the street near Warring and Matthews avenues shortly after 10 p.m. June 13 when they quickly duck behind parked cars and open fire.
Dramatic new video shows driver moments after deadly Florida pride rally crash
Dramatic new video shows a driver crashing to a halt seconds after fatally plowing through a Florida Pride parade, as the FBI helped investigate whether it was a hate attack...
How Airbnb keeps its dirtiest secrets out of the news
Chances are you likely missed a terrifying and timely exposé this week on Airbnb. That would be no accident.
Miraculous save is so on-brand for Islanders
There was no quit, no doubt, just a gutsy play that preserved a crucial victory.
Sen. Graham slams Biden for wanting to rejoin Iran nuclear deal
Sen. Lindsey Graham blasted the Biden administration for trying to rejoin the Iran nuclear deal following the election of a hard-line judge as the country's president.
Summer solstice brings more daylight on Father's Day
At least 12 hours of daylight to enjoy Father's Day everywhere north of the equator, with some places getting even more depending on their location.
Gerrit Cole has unanswered questions as MLB's sticky crackdown begins
Cole has been at the forefront of the foreign substance issue in recent weeks.
Mets owner Steve Cohen addresses trade deadline, Jacob deGrom contract
As Steve Cohen approaches his first trade deadline as Mets owner, he’s keeping an open mind.
Astronauts successfully install solar panels on ISS during daring spacewalk
It took two spacewalks for French astronaut Thomas Pesquet and NASA astronaut Shane Kimbrough to install and unfurl the panel to its full 63 feet (19 meters) in length.
Corey Johnson promises he won't run for mayor in the future
Corey Johnson -- who is running for comptroller after dropping his mayoral bid -- pledged Sunday not to run for mayor down the road as most recent top city bean...
Joel Embiid fined $35K for 'escalating' skirmish with Hawks star
Both Embiid and Collins were assessed technical fouls on the play.
'I hope I'm not being abducted': US law student found dead in Russia after cryptic text
The body of Catherine Serou, a 34-year-old law student and veteran from California, was found Saturday morning in a forest outside the Bor suburb where she lived in western Russia.
Trump cowboy seeks political comeback after Capitol riot
Couy Griffin is divorced, disparaged by family and confronts a political recall drive, a state corruption investigation and federal charges. And yet he sees himself as governor one day.
At least four shot in three separate Saturday night incidents in NYC
Four people were shot and wounded in three separate incidents late Saturday -- the latest in a year-long spate of gunplay in the Big Apple.
White House official grilled over Biden's summit with Putin in heated interview
Jake Sullivan tried to put a positive spin Sunday on President Biden's summit with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin amid strong Republican criticisms.
White House set to hit Russia with new sanctions over Navalny
Alexei Navalny is currently imprisoned — and reportedly in poor health — for breaching the terms of a suspended sentence in a 2014 embezzlement case, which he has dismissed as...
College pitcher died after complications from Tommy John surgery
A 20-year-old college baseball player at George Mason University died following complications from Tommy John elbow surgery, according to his father.
Gun-toting lawyer who had a showdown with BLM protesters flaunts new addition
The gun-toting St. Louis lawyer who pleaded guilty to pulling a gun on Black Lives Matter protesters is flaunting his new rifle.
10 killed, including 9 kids, in car crash during tropical storm
Ten people, including nine children, died Saturday in a fiery two-vehicle crash in storm-drenched Butler County, Alabama, according to local authorities.
MLB star apologizes to young fan after ejection brought her to tears
Cincinnati Reds star Joey Votto sent a written apology on a signed baseball to a tearful young fan to make up for getting tossed.
HP launches flash sale with 'Intra-days' offers
During the sale, items are offered up to $50 lower than standard instant rebates, but only on limited quantities during certain hours.
Ryan Lochte feels like he 'let everyone down' with Olympic dream shattered
Ryan Lochte wanted this so badly.
Suns, Clippers each without a superstar as conference finals begin
The Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Clippers will each be without one of their most crucial players for the start of the Western Conference finals.
The final stretch! Mayoral candidate strikes yoga pose during campaign's final days
Mayoral contender Kathryn Garcia performed the mountain, side angle, warrior II, upward dog, and dancer poses, during the one-hour outdoor class that began about 7:30 a.m. in Times Square.
Nina Simone's family claims Kamala Harris gave away estate to 'white people'
Nina Simone's granddaughter has accused Vice President Kamala Harris of "taking away" the legendary singer's estate and handing it over "to white people."
'Wake up': New Israeli PM warns US about rejoining Iran nuclear deal
Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett warned the US and other nations to "wake up" following the election of a hardline judge as the country's president.
Why Mets won't get it done vs. rival
Patrick Corbin and the Nationals will beat the Mets on Sunday.
Jeep plows into family on Bronx sidewalk in suspected targeted attack
A Jeep mowed down six family members on a Bronx sidewalk early Sunday, leaving one woman in critical condition -- in what the victims believe was a targeted attack, according...
Protests rage against Bolsonaro as Brazil tops 500K COVID deaths
RIO DE JANEIRO — Anti-government protesters took to the streets in more than a score of cities across Brazil on Saturday as the nation's confirmed death toll from COVID-19 soared...
Guide to glorious New York sports summer of 2021
What the New York area and New Yorkers can look forward to in the glorious Sports Summer of 2021.
This Sam’s Club membership deal is just $29
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Take care of your body with these discounted six items
Take care of your body with these discounted six items that you can't find during Amazon Prime Day. Items include a fitness strap, leg massagers and more.
Can someone have a word with my co-worker about her plunging necklines?
How do you address co-workers wearing inappropriate attire in the workplace and report overtime hours to the human resources department? Gregory Giangrande has the answers.
How to negotiate your best job offer yet in the bounce-back economy
As the economy continues to bounce back, here’s how to land a more lucrative, perks-filled and overall superior job offer.
Why hundreds of NYC rioters and looters have had charges dropped
Sources in the DA’s offices insisted that in many cases, the evidence was not strong enough for proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
Luis Rojas reflects on greatest lesson from famous father
Like many sons and daughters, Luis Rojas will place a phone call Sunday to his famous dad, Felipe Alou, to wish him a Happy Father’s Day.
This Net had a series to forget
Going into Saturday’s Game 7, there was a growing narrative that Joe Harris could be neutralized by top defenders. Instead of countering it, he may have confirmed it instead. Harris’...
Islanders dominate again in their favorite period
The Islanders, who scored three second-period goals in their 3-2 Game 4 win over the Lightning, have dominated that period for the entire postseason.
Greek Freak got the last laugh
Giannis Antetokounmpo provided Nets fans with plenty of fun fodder when he went to the free-throw line Saturday at Barclays Center, but he also scored 40 points and had the...
It's a good thing Islanders star skipped the Esiason wedding
Matt Martin's goal sent the home crowd into a frenzy, and it sent another crowd into a frenzy, too — at brother-in-law Gunnar Esiason’s wedding.
Nets' all-in trade for James Harden didn't end with title
The Nets' all-in trade for James Harden didn't lead to an NBA title this year.
Kevin Durant's legend grew even in defeat
The story also has to be about Kevin Durant, and how he greatly enhanced his legacy in defeat.
Islanders saved by miracle play that's never been seen before
There had never been anything like this at the Old Barn. Yhere has never been anything like this, anywhere.
Young women hit by errant bullets in NYC
Two teenage girls were shot in the leg by stray bullets around 10 p.m on June 19, 2021. Police stated that five men fled the scene on foot and they...
Phil Mickelson's US Open dream is over: 'Completely lost it'
A third round was not to be for Phil Mickelson at the U.S. Open.
Mets pitcher gets it done at the plate in milestone day
David Peterson checked off a couple of firsts offensively on Saturday, notching his first major league hit and scoring the first two runs of his career.
Cops release pic of suspect in NYC shooting near kids
Police released have released the picture of the suspect behind the June 17, 2021 shooting in NYC that two children were very close to. Both children were and the victim...
Man in wheelchair shot on NYC street
The 32-year-old victim was sitting outside on Sterling Place in Weeksville around 10 p.m. when shots rang out, law enforcement sources said.
Man on scooter killed by Amazon truck in the Bronx
An Amazon truck driver struck and killed a 22-year-old individual on a scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Police say the driver was not charged with a crime...