July 16, 2021
Rite Aid worker killed in heroic attempt to stop shoplifting gunman
A worker at a Los Angeles Rite Aid was killed Wednesday while trying to stop a shoplifter from leaving the store, police said, as retail thefts have plagued California cities.
Mets lose to MLB bottom feeder after benches clear
PITTSBURGH — The second half of the season was off and running Friday night — but not in a good direction for the NL East’s first-place team. Francisco Lindor’s grimace...
Jewish man beaten, robbed on way to NYC synagogue
A Jewish man was attacked and robbed of his religious garb on his way to a Brooklyn synagogue Friday morning, an incident the NYPD is investigating as a hate crime.
Creep arrested in shocking NYC attempted child abduction
James McGonagle was charged with attempted kidnapping, reckless endangerment and acting in a manner injurious to a child in connection with the incident in Richmond Hill.
Underrated Big 3 has real shot at winning NBA title
They aren’t known as the Big 3 for the Bucks. Heck, Khris Middleton didn’t even make the NBA All-Star Game this season. Some casual fans may not have heard of...
Actor who appeared in 'Law and Order' and 'Boardwalk Empire' indicted for brazen NYC murder
Isaiah Stokes, who has appeared on "Law and Order" and "Boardwalk Empire," was arraigned on a three-count indictment charging him with second degree murder and weapons possession.
Yankees overwhelmed by Red Sox amidst COVID chaos
Even with six players on the COVID-19 injured list, a handful of new players on the roster and a season slipping away, Gerrit Cole said the Yankees’ attitude heading into...
Pope Francis reverses Benedict, reimposes restrictions on Latin Mass
Pope Francis cracked down on the spread of the old Latin Mass, reversing one of Pope Benedict XVI’s signature decisions from 2007 in a major challenge to traditionalist Catholics.
Mets star exits game early amid injury concern
A fully healthy group of position players lasted all of four-and-a-half innings for the Mets. After getting J.D. Davis back Friday following his lengthy stint on the injured list with...
How returning Met feels about reduced role
J.D. Davis is just happy to be back after over two months on the sideline. It doesn’t matter that he wasn’t in Friday night’s starting lineup or that his role...
Man hospitalized with monkeypox after returning from Nigeria
A Dallas resident has been hospitalized under isolation after returning from Nigeria with the first-ever Texas case of monkeypox, health officials revealed Friday.
Islanders trade veteran defenseman
The Islanders traded longtime defenseman Nick Leddy to the Red Wings on Friday, receiving forward Richard Panik and a second-round pick (No. 52) in the 2021 NHL Draft.
New Wizards coach is son of franchise legend
The Wizards are on the verge of hiring Nuggets assistant coach Wes Unseld Jr. as the franchise’s next head coach
MLB star on Mets' radar as trade deadline approaches
The Mets have gotten J.D. Davis back at third base, but are also interested in former National League MVP Kris Bryant, an industry source confirmed Friday.
Why Mets don't know when Jacob deGrom will pitch again
Mets manager Luis Rojas said Jacob deGrom would pitch Sunday or Monday but was waiting to receive more information before setting the schedule.
Yankees aren't only MLB team with COVID-19 outbreak
COVID-19 is beginning to wreak havoc across Major League Baseball, again. On Friday, the Rockies placed four players — pitchers Antonio Senzatela, Yency Almonte, Jhoulys Chacin and outfielder Yonathan Daza...
Battle brewing over controlling stake in 'Pharma Bro' drug company
Three days after “Pharma Bro” Martin Shkreli bested a group of shareholders who tried to seize control of his company Phoenixus by ousting his cronies from the board, more efforts...
'Hollywood Ripper' gets death sentence for killing Ashton Kutcher's then-gal pal, another woman
“Hollywood Ripper” Michael Gargiulo was sentenced to death in California Friday for the home-invasion murders of two women, including Ashton Kutcher’s then-gal pal Ashley Ellerin.
WNBA All-Star pulls out of Olympics over mental health concerns
Liz Cambage doesn't want to play in an Olympic "bubble."
Journeyman golfer suddenly contending in British Open
Marcel Siem, a 41-year-old German, who wears his hair in a tight man bun, is 6-under and in a tie for seventh place in the British Open, five shots behind...
Onions will be banned. . . . All my executive orders if I could sign as many as Biden
No more onions! Humidity levels decreased! Under a Kyle Smith presidency, these things would become executive orders. Smith lists some more genius ideas he'd like to see happen.
The REAL Cuba is an utter nightmare — but don't expect Democratic Socialists to admit it
The Castro (and now post-Castro) regime in Cuba is a deeply repressive communist dictatorship whose ultimate place in the ash heap of history cannot arrive soon enough. A relic of...
Letters to the Editor — July 17, 2021
New York Post readers weigh in on our coverage of the massive demonstrations in Cuba protesting the country's Communist government.
Illegal immigrant encounters reach almost 190,000 in June: CBP
The Customs and Border Protection counted almost 190,000 people trying to illegally cross the US border in June, as border patrol agency figures project one million crossings in 2021, released...
Gov. Cuomo preps with lawyers in NYC ahead of sex-harass grilling: report
Gov. Andrew Cuomo huddled with lawyers in his NYC office this week to prepare for his grilling this weekend over his sexual harassment allegations, according to a report Friday.
Ex-DoorDash driver who contaminated Chipotle order held for parole violation
Lance Layne is on parole through 2024 for the shooting of a police or peace officer in 2011. Judge Claudia Daniels-DePeyster held him without bail for the DoorDash incident.
'Kids on keto' diet trend sparks controversy
TikTok mom Abby Durlewanger, 32, explains to The Post the benefits of putting her daughter Penelope, 11, and son Huxley, 5, on the low-carb and low-sugar keto diet.
Insider: 'RHONY' has gone woke — and it's killing the show
"The producers f--ked themselves," a source close to production told The Post.
Whopping $100M already spent on NYC mayoral race
NYC's mayoral hopefuls and the independent groups that supported them have shelled out more than $105 million combined on their bids to move into Gracie Mansion, campaign finance figures show.
Eric Adams wants to rename NYC streets and buildings that honor slave owners
While giving a speech Friday honoring the pioneering Black journalist Ida B. Wells, mayoral candidate Eric Adams said its time to change the names of places in NYC named after...
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It’s possible to quickly, easily and cost-effectively put these protections in place — if you know where to look.
How NBA's playoff structure will look next season
The NBA’s postseason play-in tournament is here to stay, for at least one more season.
California's incredible legal-pot fiasco
When it legalized recreational marijuana in 2016, California expected to choke off the illegal industry and profit big from legal sales. Oops! In fact, the Golden State’s Legislature has approved...
New York's dysfunctional gov't even delays paying out federal rent relief
Last spring, New York failed to send needy tenants even half of the rental assistance available under the federal CARES Act. Now the state’s failing again, with not a dollar...
It's Saquon Barkley or bust for the Giants at running back
Leading into the July 27 opening of Giants training camp, The Post will analyze 11 position groups based on personnel, strengths, weaknesses and key depth chart battles. Today’s look-in: Running...
Grand Prospect Hall sells for $22.5M after 35 years of making 'dreams come true'
A love-it-or-hate-it, long-running 1986 television commercial for the wedding venue acquired a cult following, which swelled to a frenzy when Jimmy Kimmel re-did the commercial with Mets player Pete Alonso...
McConnell calls on Biden to drop nominee over alleged ties to eco-terrorists
Tracy Stone-Manning is being accused of making "false and misleading statements" when she said that she had never been the target of a federal, state or local criminal investigation.
Federal judge says DACA program is illegal, blocks new applications
A federal judge in Texas ruled in favor of blocking new applications to the DACA program on Friday, stating that former President Barack Obama did not have the legal authority...
Time for perpetual runner-up to win his second major
It’s time for Louis Oosthuizen to change the narrative to his career and win his second major.
GOP challenger out-raises Gov. Cuomo as donations dry up amid scandals
Amid scandals, Gov. Andrew Cuomo raised less than $2.3 million over the last six months. Lee Zeldin took in nearly $4.1 million since he announced his campaign in April.
6 people, including 3 teens, hurt in overnight NYC shootings
Six people -- including three teens -- were shot outside Original Pizza in Brooklyn as part of a number of shootings that took place on Thursday, per police.
A Brooklyn outdoor sex market: How decriminalization leads to more crime
When Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez had all prostitution cases dismissed earlier this year, he puffed, “My office no longer prosecutes these offenses because we believe that those who engage...
Former high-ranking Haitian official may have ordered hit on president: police
According to a report, Joseph Felix Badio, a former Haitian justice ministry official who is currently a fugitive, may have been the one to order the assassination of Jovenel Moïse.
'White supremacist institution': Council hopeful wants NYPD fully defunded
Kristin Richardson Jordan, who's likely to take over the Harlem City Council seat long held by Bill Perkins, believes the NYPD is a "white supremacist institution" and wants to cut...
Cops seized homemade rape videos from Kristin Smart's accused killer: prosecutors
Investigators allegedly found sadistic homemade videos of California college student Kristin Smart's accused killer raping drugging women in his home, it was revealed Wednesday.
Accused Times Square shooter is aspiring rapper out on bail for weapons charges
The man accused of opening fire during an incident in Times Square is an aspiring rapper who was out on bail for alleged illegal weapons possession.
Soaring crime but the fewest people in prison since 1946: Progressives' upside-down view of NYC crime
A decrease in arrests might reflect a falling crime rate, but the release en masse of prisoners came at a moment when murders and shootings were rising more quickly in...
This British Open leaderboard is stacked
You cannot ask for a lot more out of a major championship leaderboard entering the weekend than the 149th British Open has given us at Royal St. George’s. The storylines...
'It's got to be stopped': Sliwa calls for 'full crackdown' on Brooklyn sex market
Republican candidate for mayor Curtis Sliwa said the city needs to do more to clean up East New York after a Post investigation revealed a sex market.
'Airplane!' pilot Robert Hays hosts A&E air-mayhem series
"Fasten Your Seatbelts," hosted by Robert Hays, uses cellphone and security-camera footage to document humorous and shocking incidents at airports and in the skies.
Greenland nixes fossil fuels: 'The future does not lie in oil'
International environmental groups including Greenpeace are cheering the decision, asking "Who's next?" on social media.
Alanis Morissette, Grimes among judges for Fox competition 'Alter Ego'
"Alter Ego" will feature contestants who hide their true identities and perform as their "dream avatar," showcasing their unique performance style via motion capture technology.
Is Damian Lillard really ready to ask for Blazers trade?
Damian Lillard denied he has made up his mind and will ask for a trade in the coming days.
Tom Brady played the entire 2020 season on a torn MCL
Is there anything Tom Brady can’t do? The 43-year-old quarterback led the Buccaneers to a Super Bowl title last season. Now the superstar revealed he played the whole year with...
Diabetics make up 40% of COVID deaths in US, experts say
Diabetics accounted for a staggering 40 percent of those who have died from COVID-19 in the US, according to the American Diabetes Association.
Critical race theory gaslighters and other commentary
The “exploding counterrevolution” against critical race theory; Texas cry-baby Dems; media hysterics boost Tucker Carlson; why Dr. Anthony Fauci must unmask our kids; and doomed corporate woke moves.
Cops seize $5M in heroin and fentanyl labeled 'COVID-19' and 'DROP DEAD' in NYC
Cops seized roughly $5 million in heroin and fentanyl during a Bronx bust of three alleged drug traffickers. The dealers were arrested on Sunday.
Australia accidentally creates 'furries' as Olympic mascots
The artist who created the characters reportedly even explained how the government's apparent bizarre endorsement of the sexualized, anthropomorphic animal community came to be.
Government dictating what social-media bans is tyrannical
There is a fine line between spreading lies in a public health crisis, and individuals thoughtfully pursuing information in a rapidly changing and evolving field of science, writes Rachel Bovard.
David Bowie's longtime NYC apartment sells for $16.8M 5 years after death
David Bowie's longtime downtown Manhattan apartment has found a buyer less than a month after it hit the market. The legendary English musician initially purchased the home in 1999 for...
Play ball! Psaki to throw out first pitch at Nationals-Padres game
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki will participate on the Nationals' "William & Mary Day," in tribute to her alma mater.
Wikipedia co-founder says site is now 'propaganda' for left-leaning 'establishment'
Wikipedia co-founder Larry Sanger has warned that the website can no longer be trusted -- insisting it is now just "propaganda" for the left-leaning "establishment."
These new places have some of the best pizza in NYC
Call it a slice of life. Just like the post-pandemic city, dough is rising across the five boroughs with hot new pizzerias opening their ovens and their doors.
Speeder of the Council: Cameras caught Councilman Justin Brannan speeding 16 times
Councilman Justin Brannan is a lead-footed motorist whose car has been captured by speed cameras speeding in school zones 16 times, The Post has learned.
Yankees officially battling six COVID-19 cases
The Yankees opened the second half of the season with a full-blown COVID-19 crisis, which includes the loss of Aaron Judge. Judge was placed on the COVID-19 injured list prior...
Yankees slugger heads to IL as health situation gets worse
Add Luke Voit to the Yankees' deteriorating health situation.
Why must everything — from 'Real Housewives' to the NFL to yoga — be about race. It is toxic for America
Respect for racial and other minorities is an important American value, but respect is not the same as bombarding every silly reality show and sporting event with incessant reminders of...
Drones set to battle 65,000 rats that took over Marlon Brando's island
As many as 65,000 rats are thriving on a remote island made famous by Marlon Brando. High-tech drones are being employed in a bid to decimate the toothy rodents.
Brooks Koepka pounces on Bryson DeChambeau's British Open misery
The golf world wondered when Brooks Koepka was going to weigh in after Bryson DeChambeau's driver meltdown. It wasn't a long wait.
Classified 'brief': Secret UFO report only 17 pages long
The nine-page preliminary US government report released last June is only supplemented by an additional eight classified pages according to a report by The Black Vault, a website operated by...
Real-life escape rooms to try in NYC after the 'Champions' movie
From The Escape Game to Komnata Quest, the best COVID-safe rooms to try out this summer.
'Personal challenges': NFL star breaks silence after arrest
Free-agent cornerback Richard Sherman is vowing to get help for his mental health issues following an attempted break-in of his in-laws' home. "I am deeply remorseful for my action on...
Biden accuses Facebook of 'killing people' amid censorship row
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Friday said the Biden administration is "in regular touch" with Facebook to ensure correct "narratives."
Agnelli heir reportedly eyed Armani tie-up to build luxury empire
John Elkann, scion of Italy's Agnelli family, has been exploring a possible tie up with fashion designer Giorgio Armani as part of a plan to build a luxury conglomerate potentially anchored around...
'This is not correct': Florida Democrat rips AOC over Cuba statement
Former Democrat Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell is slamming Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez over her stance on the US' Cuba embargo amid ongoing protests.
NFL Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez leaving Fox Sports for acting career
Tony Gonzalez will pivot more toward on his acting career and leave behind his position as a NFL analyst on Fox’s pregame show “Fox NFL Kickoff.”
Man punches straphanger in face at Bronx subway station
An assailant — who had previously been arrested at least 10 times — socked a fellow straphanger in the face after an argument on Thursday.
NASA's Curiosity rover detects 'alien burp' on surface of Mars
Did E.T. just belch? A group of scientists may have pinpointed the location of a mysterious source of Martian methane, a simple gas often produced by microbes.
Chris Sale's return to the Red Sox mound is imminent
Chris Sale is closing in on his first big league start since Aug. 13, 2019.
Take team with hot pitcher in this American League clash
The host Blue Jays will beat the Rangers on Friday night.
Susan Rice ordered to sell $2.7M stake in company after oil pipeline moves forward
President Biden's adviser Susan Rice is being ordered to sell a $2.7 million stake in the oil pipeline company Enbridge, after the Biden administration decided to allow the Line 3...
Extremely rare glass octopus filmed in remote corner of Pacific Ocean
In addition to seeing the almost entirely translucent being with their own eyes, the group of scientists also managed to capture some of the only live footage of glass octopuses...
J. Crew's best summer deals for women, men and kids: At an extra 50% off
Summer style is all about flowy dresses, colorful shorts, strappy heels and hopefully great deals. One place known for all of the above? J. Crew, of course.
US sanctions Chinese officials over Hong Kong democracy crackdown
The sanctions, posted by the US Treasury Department, target individuals from China's Hong Kong liaison office, used by Beijing to orchestrate its policies in the Chinese territory.
Maria Taylor's ESPN future becoming clearer
NBA Finals host Maria Taylor’s ESPN contract ends Tuesday, but the network hasn't announced whether she will work Game 6 or a potential Game 7 on Thursday. However, sources claim...
Skip the tropics: NY boasts a bevy of summer island adventures
These island adventures are a just a drive away from NYC.
Addison Rae 'canceled' for meeting ex-President Trump at UFC event
Once the TikToker got his attention, the two shook hands and she mentioned that she just "had to say hi" and that it was "so nice to meet you." Social...
NFL to use black national anthem at big events again this season
Capacity crowds are about to see, hear and feel for the first time the NFL’s increased support for social justice and anti-racism campaigns.
Ex-Yankee suspended over alleged domestic violence incident
Nationals infielder Starlin Castro is stepping away from the field in relation to an alleged domestic violence incident earlier this summer, according to The Athletic. Major League Baseball is placing Castro...
Meet the Khabib protégé who's shaking up UFC
Islam Makhachev prepares for his first UFC Fight Night headline bout Saturday at UFC Apex in Las Vegas against Thiago Moisés.
Missouri lab detected Delta variant in wastewater weeks before first case was reported
Missouri is seeing a surge in new COVID-19 cases largely due to the Delta variant.
Mom is stunned when her baby boy is born with lactating breasts
An Indiana mother was "shocked" to find her newborn son had grown breasts -- which began lactating -- at just a week old.
Cuomo's campaign pays for sex-harass lawyer despite his claims
Gov. Andrew Cuomo used campaign cash to pay nearly $285,000 in bills from the lawyer defending him against sexual harassment allegations, according to documents filed Friday -- despite publicly claiming...
Lordstown Motors discloses Justice Department probe, SEC subpoenas
Lordstown Motors, an Ohio company under scrutiny over the number of orders it claimed it had for the electric trucks that it wants to produce, acknowledged receiving two subpoenas from...
Party of pols: Jumaane Williams' wedding bash draws Adams, de Blasio, AG James
New York's politicians came out in droves Thursday night to celebrate Public Advocate Jumaane Williams' wedding to fiancée India Sneed.
Independent league's $1 Beer Night ends in utter mayhem
It's one, two, throw beers you're out at the old ball game.
Future Jeeps will be able to drive underwater, CEO says
During a recent electric vehicle presentation by Jeep's parent company Stellantis, a Wrangler was depicted driving while fully submerged, and that vision could become a reality.
Watch: Frantic mom fights off creep trying to abduct her kid on NYC street
A shocking new video shows the moment a creep tried to snatch a 5-year-old boy off a Queens sidewalk as the child walked with his mother and siblings, cops say.
3-2-1...sell off! Mila Kunis convinced Ashton Kutcher to ditch ticket to space
Ashton Kutcher revealed that he bought a ticket to go to space on one of Virgin Galactic's next flights — but then sold the ticket back to the company at...
Italian town of Sambuca is upping the price of its homes to around $2
It's more than twice the price of a $1 pizza slice, but homeowners eager for a fixer-upper can still head to Italy to snag themselves something nice.
COVID-19 just made Yankees' trade deadline plans even murkier: Sherman
This already was a trade deadline in which the Yankees were walking a tightrope while juggling flaming axes.
New Damian Lillard trade rumors swirling with Knicks in anxious pursuit
Star guard Damian Lillard is expected to address a report after Team USA’s practice Friday that stated he’s days away from asking the Blazers for a trade.
Uber dodges $59M fine over sexual assault data sharing refusal
Uber dodged a $59 million fine from California regulators over the company’s refusal to share information about sexual assault and harassment claims. Now, both parties say they have reached an...
Hubble Space Telescope fixed after month of no science
The orbiting observatory went dark in mid-June, with all astronomical viewing halted.
Homeless man with 90 prior arrests busted for anti-gay assault in Queens
Ramon Castro, 55, was arrested Thursday morning in connection with the early July 6 attack on a 34-year-old man on 77th Street near 37th Road in Jackson Heights, authorities said.
Twins give star outfielder $70 million trade ultimatum
You're either with them or against them. The Minnesota Twins offered outfield Byron Buxton a long-term extension that is above $70 million, according to The Athletic. The deal also includes...
China's cyber-watchdog sends authorities to Didi as it amps up probe
China's cyber-watchdog on Friday announced an on-site cybersecurity investigation of ride-hailing service Didi, stepping up scrutiny after earlier criticism of Didi's handling of customer information caused the company’s New York-traded...
Nabisco factory in New Jersey closing after 63 years
Friday was the last day for residents of a New Jersey town to smell the sweet aroma of freshly baked Oreo cookies as the community's Nabisco plant shut down after...
COVID cases, deaths spike amid 'pandemic of unvaccinated'
"If you are not vaccinated, you remain at risk," the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
FDA grants lymphoma cancer treatment in dogs full approval
The injection, called Tanovea, cleared regulatory hurdles after it first gained conditional approval in 2016 through the FDA’s Minor Use and Minor Species (MUMS) program.
Warner, Rubio call for Biden to help Afghan allies who assisted US intelligence
The top two lawmakers on the Senate Intelligence Committee are calling on the Biden administration to take swift action to ensure the safety of Afghans who aided US intelligence agencies.
Shop 'Sex and the City' reboot looks with this curated Instagram page
After some of the first photos from "And Just Like That..." dropped, fashionistas flocked to an Instagram account by a 23-year-old fashion student from Ukraine to find dupes of the...
Belarus police raid homes and offices of journalists, rights activists
A senior law enforcement official was quoted by the state-run Belta news agency as saying security forces carried out the searches after receiving information about the alleged financing of protests...
Ford recalls 850K troubled SUVs, most with increased crash risk
Ford on Friday issued a recall for nearly 775,000 Explorer SUVs due to an issue that the company says can increase the risk of a crash.
Evacuations expand in Oregon as fire spreads erratically
The Bootleg Fire, the largest wildfire currently burning in the US, has now torched an area larger than New York City and has stymied firefighters with erratic winds and extremely...
24-year-old leads British Open after astonishing debut
Collin Morikawa looked like he was about to run away and hide on Friday at the British Open at Royal St. George’s. And it was only the second round. That’s...
His own Guardian Angel: Sliwa declines police detail, citing NYPD budget cuts
The mayor and Council increased the NYPD budget by a modest $200 million this year to cover overtime costs, but not to hire more officers.
Terrifying footage shows girl, 6, dragged by bus after getting backpack caught in door
Frightening new footage shows the moment a 6-year-old Kentucky girl was dragged by a school bus for several blocks — as a civil trial against the driver began this week.
SUV crashes into historic home built by Abraham Lincoln's ancestor
A woman driving an SUV swerved to avoid a squirrel and plowed into a historic Massachusetts home built by Samuel Lincoln, an ancestor of Abraham Lincoln, police said.
Rangers re-signing Julien Gauthier has intriguing implications
The Rangers have signed another one of their restricted free agents ahead of the Seattle Kraken expansion draft. Julien Gauthier agreed to a one-year deal Friday morning, the team announced,...
Red Sox game still on with Yankees' COVID count at six
As of early Friday afternoon, the Yankees-Red Sox game was still scheduled to be played Friday night in The Bronx.
Power powders: CBD, collagen, vitamin C and more
Drink mixes and powdered drink mixes can add both nutrients and flavor to your water, be it replenishing electrolytes after a workout or a night out on the town or...
Yankees legend explains what Aaron Boone needs to keep his job
Manager Aaron Boone is on the hot seat – but Jim Leyritz thinks there is a chance the bench boss can save his job.
Lawmaker mocked over photo of her lingerie during DC trip
Donna Howard has been lambasted for trying to portray Democrats' "sacrifice" by airing her hand-washed bra and leopard print panties online.
Beef things up: Cow cuddling is the hot new therapy in the Finger Lakes
Mountain Horse Farm has beefed up its wellness treatments: “We didn’t know people would be interested in being with the animals, we just wanted to rescue them."
'Lives were saved': Man arrested with racist manifesto, bullets labeled 'cop killer'
Wesley Charles Martines of Campbell, California was busted with a cache of weapons, a racist manifesto and bullets inscribed with phrases like “cop killer” and “first of many,” authorities said.
Here's Conor McGregor's proof he was injured before UFC 264 defeat
Conor McGregor suffered an unsightly leg injury in a loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.
Kelly Clarkson's kids get huge playground at $5.5M post-breakup mansion
Kelly Clarkson has installed a new playground in her the $5.5 million Toluca Lake mansion she purchased last month, exclusive photos obtained by The Post show.
Japan's Dr. Fauci urges fans to watch Tokyo Olympics on TV
Tokyo registered 1,271 new cases Friday, the day after recording a six-month high of 1,308.
Amazon reviewers love this talking GPS rangefinder that helps improve your golf game
The GOLFBUDDY is a gadget that provides both visual and audio distance readings to the front, center, and back of the green, and is pre-loaded with 40,000 golf courses worldwide.
Another NBA star forced to withdraw from Olympics
Kevin Love will miss his chance to compete for a second gold medal with Team USA at the rescheduled 2020 Olympics. The Cavaliers big man confirmed Friday he is withdrawing...
This is the modern emergency kit every Urbanite needs
The electric, fast-paced lifestyle that New Yorkers thrive on leaves no room for living in fear, so take a page out of the first-responder book and arm yourself with The...
FB oversight member says free speech 'is not an absolute human right'
Helle Thorning Schmidt says free speech is "not an absolute human right," and must be balanced with "other human rights" when deciding what to censor.
This post-lockdown spiritual healing is an only-in-Hawaii indulgence
If you can do it anywhere, why bother? As travelers return to the skies this summer, the savvy are seeking unique experiences drenched in the distinctive culture of their final...
Golf star destroys club, gives fan the finger at British Open
It doesn't look like Tyrrell Hatton will make the cut at Royal St. George's.
Yanks for nothing: Dental worker pulls 13 teeth without license, rips off $22K
A Nevada dental employee extracted 13 teeth from a patient despite being unlicensed, and then at a later date allegedly performed another illicit removal in the office -- ripping off...
NBA star is extremely salty over Olympics snub
Trae Young seems to be getting the cold shoulder from Team USA. The Hawks point guard took to Twitter Thursday to hint that he's out of the running for the...
Exec who claimed to no longer hate Jews after admitting anti-Semitism leaves Google
Amr Awadallah, who had been vice president of developer relations for Google Cloud, had published a 10,000-word manifesto on LinkedIn confessing his former hate for Jewish people.
Inside the wild $65M mansion J.Lo and Ben Affleck just toured
The Fendi-furnished eight-bedroom, 12-bathroom home comes with dental offices and an operating room.
Mark Hamill 'stunned' by ‘Mandalorian’ casting, talks 'Masters of the Universe'
"Talk about unexpected," said Hamill of reprising his "Star Wars" character Luke Skywalker. "I had finished playing that part, and I never expected to do it again."
Florida man stole alligator from golf course, beat it to 'teach it a lesson': cops
The man threw the alligator on the ground and stomped on it twice.
'That's BS': Lightning forward has real story on how Stanley Cup got dented
When news broke of the Stanley Cup being dented, speculation immediately started surrounding the nature of the damage. Many cited careless partying and drinking, and even a potential encore of...
Off the street: NYC sheriffs seize 43 vehicles for fake paper plates
Illegal or counterfeit license plates allow vehicles to circumvent speed cameras in school zones, red light cameras, bus lane cameras and other public safety programs, according to Sheriff Joseph Fucito.
Horny goats that took over Welsh town during COVID finally relocated
A gang of Kashmiri goats that took over the Welsh town Llandudno during the pandemic are being relocated after multiplying their pack beyond capacity -- the outcome of a missed...
WWE star eviscerates body shamer: 'How f--king dare you'
Alexa Bliss fired back after a Twitter user posted old photos of her backside in an attempt to body shame the five-time WWE champion. The photos in question, according to...
New Pop Smoke album 'Faith' with Kanye, Kodak and Dua Lipa splits fans
"I wish they would leave Pop Smoke alone. This new album is so unnecessary," wrote one protective fan.
Late Blue Jackets goalie saved teammate's wife's life: 'He died as a hero'
Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks died from an errant fireworks mortar blast on July 4 – and it appears he saved at least one more life in the process. Elvis...
Hungary will offer 3rd shots beginning in August
The third shot will be made available to all people regardless of age, health or which vaccine they received initially.
The best face washes for every skin type, according to experts
Whether you're looking for something to help with your acne-prone skin or want a cleanser that will refresh your complexion before applying your daily sunscreen, we've got you covered.
Buy buy Booey! Stern staffers score fast buyers for homes amid NYC exits
Stern's "Baba Booey" and his bodyguard-cum-limo driver are selling properties amid moves out of NYC.
Femme fecal: 'Poo bomber' banned from defecating, urinating in public
Amanda Lee, who “poo bombed” her neighbor’s property during a 25-year harassment campaign, has been banned from "urinating or defecating" in any open space, The Sun reported.
Shakira fans in a frenzy, think she's coming out as lesbian
Shakira changed her Twitter photo and header on July 12 to a blurred mix of pink, orange and white, which represent the lesbian pride flag.
Hunter Biden prosecutor paused probe before 2020 election: report
US Attorney David Weiss decided not to seek search warrants or issue subpoenas so as not to "alert the public to the existence of the case..."
Reuters journalist killed covering clash between Afghan forces, Taliban
Afghan special forces had been fighting to retake the main market area of Spin Boldak when Siddiqui and a senior Afghan officer were killed in what they described as Taliban...
Behind Naomi Osaka's battle to 'chill out' amid mental health struggle on Netflix
“I think the amount of attention that I get is kind of ridiculous,” Osaka, 23, says in her new doc, which streams on Netflix July 16. “No one prepares you...
Paige Spiranac shades Bryson DeChambeau for blaming bad round on driver
Paige Spiranac isn't buying Bryson DeChambeau's driver comment as the reason for his first-round woes at the British Open. On Thursday, the eight-time PGA Tour winner said his Cobra brand...
Fresh trove of Ghislaine Maxwell court docs have been unsealed
A fresh trove of 52 Ghislaine Maxwell court documents have been unsealed after the accused madam for pedophile Jeffrey Epstein lost her battle to keep them hidden.
There's a silver lining to NYC's tourism struggle
The sluggish recovery of New York City tourism offers one bright spot -- it appears to be keeping some costs that have spiked nationwide in check in the Big Apple.
Massachusetts county first to use COVID-sniffing dogs
It is the first county in the country to utilize dogs to detect COVID-19.
Cop killed, 4 hurt during standoff with barricaded gunman in Texas
Omar Soto-Chavira was taken into custody at a home in Levelland at about 11:30 p.m. Thursday.
This Chinese company now sells more smartphones than Apple
Beijing-based Xiaomi shipped more smartphones worldwide than Apple during the second quarter of this year — edging past Apple for the first time, according to a report.
FAA orders checks on all Boeing 737 planes over possible safety issue
Airlines were instructed Thursday to conduct repetitive tests of the switches and replace them if necessary.
Westchester city in a state of emergency over $500K in unpaid bills
The Mayor of Mount Vernon has declared a state of emergency after its entire fleet of police, fire and garbage vehicles were put out of service because of over $500,000...
Longtime NBC News correspondent announces departure
NBC News correspondent and MSNBC anchor Kasie Hunt is leaving NBCUniversal after eight years.
Jamison Crowder faces fight for Jets snaps with promising rookie
As the Jets get closer to training camp, I am examining the roster and giving you my top 25 players. Each weekday, we will reveal another person on the list,...
7-foot-3 Chinese teen girl getting Yao Ming comparisons
In the highlights, Ziyu towers over her helpless opponents, easily securing uncontested rebounds and scoring wide-open layups.
'A miracle': All 18 passengers survive Russian plane's hard landing in Siberia
A Russian Antonov An-28 passenger plane carrying 18 people made a hard landing after disappearing from radars Friday while flying over the Siberian region of Tomsk, according to reports.
Novak Djokovic to compete in Olympics in search of Golden Slam
Novak Djokovic is Tokyo-bound. On Thursday afternoon, Djokovic announced on Twitter that he will be competing in the upcoming 2020 Olympics, stating that he has booked his flight and is...
Tense video shows young gunman fatally shoot cyclist at point-blank range
Pierrot Simeon was rushed to the Kings County Hospital Center, where he was pronounced dead.
Photo reportedly shows trio plotting assassination of Haiti president
The assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse was planned in the Dominican Republic, where three men were seen in a photograph huddling in a Santo Domingo hotel, Haiti’s police chief...
The top TikTok musicians on the rise, from Henry Platt to Caleb Hearn
From the hilarious TimaLovesMusic's ultra-relatable tunes to a guy who does funny Olivia Rodrigo, the social media singers to watch
3 Netflix execs axed for griping about management in private messages
Netflix deemed the private messages to be inconsistent with its core values, according to a report.
Biden, Xi, Putin address APEC on 'ending the COVID-19 pandemic'
President Biden spoke alongside Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and other world leaders at a special meeting on helping recover from the COVID-19 pandemic -- amid rising...
Death toll in Europe floods hits grim new milestone as over 1,000 remain missing
The death toll from devastating floods across parts of western Europe soared to at least 108 on Friday — most in western Germany, where emergency responders were frantically searching for...
Bored bro stuck in traffic jumps off bridge
This guy took a leap of faith after sitting in traffic for two hours. Watch the impulsive moment a Louisiana man, Jimmy Jennings, jumps over the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge ledge...
Cailfornia approves first ever guaranteed income plan
The bill, which was passed on July 15, 2021 sets aside $35 million for no-strings-attached monthly cash payments to some pregnant women and young adults who recently left foster care.
LeBron's new 'Space Jam' film is an absolute abomination
The original 1996 “Space Jam” wasn’t top-notch either, but it made bank in the box office. Twenty-five years later, this one is far worse, even with big stars.
All the Beatles' secrets revealed in Hulu's 'McCartney 3,2,1' documentary
But if it weren’t for a moment of confusion about condiments, the 1967 Beatles classic — one of the greatest albums in rock history — would have never become “Sgt....
Lowlife attacks old lady in NYC subway station
A violent creep attacked a 72-year-old woman at a Midtown subway station Wednesday morning, police said.
76-year-old perv repeatedly groped teen girl on vacation flight: feds
Vincent Kopacek, 76, is charged with assault, abusive sexual contact, and attempted sexual abuse of a minor when he allegedly touched a 15-year-old girl sitting in front of him multiple...
Yankees have another ninth-inning option as reliever returns
Yankees reliever Zack Britton, who had been out with a left hamstring strain since June 26, was activated from the 10-day injured prior to Thursday’s postponed game against the Red...
Three keys for Mets to win the NL East
Here are the three keys for the Mets to remain in first place and win the NL East.
Peyton Manning doesn't rule out future with this NFL franchise
Peyton Manning didn’t rule out a future role with the Denver Broncos given the ownership uncertainty surrounding one of the NFL’s iconic franchises.
Deadly flooding in Europe
Severe floods in Germany and Belgium have killed over 60 people and left dozens missing.
Devils snag veteran defenseman in trade
The Colorado Avalanche sent veteran defenseman Ryan Graves to the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night in a move made with an eye on the upcoming expansion draft of the...
Times Square gunman charged with attempted murder
Elijah Quamina was charged with attempted murder, attempted assault and criminal possession of a loaded weapon when he allegedly fired off a gun near Times Square.
Where Knicks could go in free agency if they land guard in trade
If the Knicks land point guard Collin Sexton in a trade, the cap space they would have used on a free-agent starting point guard could be funneled elsewhere. Maybe to...
Red Sox prospect will see Yankees in first big-league action
As the Red Sox did with Jackie Bradley Jr. and Mookie Betts before him, Boston called up Jarren Duran, its top outfield prospect, on Thursday to make his big league...
AOC breaks silence on Cuba protests, calls for end to 'cruel' embargo
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) called on the US to lift what she called its "absurdly cruel" embargo of Cuba Thursday in her first formal statement responding to the ongoing protests...
Watch: Heartbreaking moment thief robs 6-year-old boy of scooter
New security video from a July 7, 2021 incident where a masked man waited for a six-year-old to come by on his e-scooter before stealing it was released by police...
Pitcher 'really close' to making long-awaited Mets debut
Carlos Carrasco cannot wait to join the party. The right-hander, out since he tore his right hamstring during spring training, is gearing up to make his regular-season Mets debut. After...
Developing complement to this key Giant could take defense to next level
Leading into the July 27 opening of Giants training camp, The Post will analyze 11 position groups based on personnel, strengths, weaknesses and key depth chart battles. Today’s look-in: Inside...