August 6, 2021
Yankees keep rolling with thrilling walk-off win
Yankee Stadium was packed with 43,180 fans Friday night, the largest crowd the Yankees had played in front of this season, home or road. The Yankees waited until the very...
Florida sets new record with reported COVID-19 cases
Florida has experienced 134,506 new COVID-19 cases in the state, recording its highest infection rate since March 2020.
Chris Cuomo goes on vacation as scandal swirls around the CNN anchor and his brother
Chris Cuomo began an apparently pre-planned vacation from his CNN show Friday -- as he faces backlash for failing to mention his brother's sexual harassment scandal on air.
Mets are no longer in first place
PHILADELPHIA — First place was fun for the Mets while it lasted, but now there’s a new team to chase in the NL East. The Mets’ 90-day stay in the...
Don't blame Joe Judge for all these Giants retirements
It isn’t for everyone. Bill Parcells often said that playing in the NFL is “not for the well-adjusted.’’ The physical and mental toll of an NFL training camp can break...
Firefighter who pulled daughter, 7, from Surfside rubble files wrongful death suit
Enrique Arango filed a lawsuit Tuesday in Miami-Dade Circuit Court that claims officials knew about the Surfside condo's “deplorable conditions" but did nothing about it.
The 'dicey' Kemba Walker situation Knicks will be facing
The stem-cell injections new Knicks point guard Kemba Walker took in his left knee before last season are a strong indicator he is suffering from a type of arthritis that...
Here's how much of US population is fully vaccinated against COVID
In a grand milestone, half of all Americans have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday.
Two Capitol rioters admit to attacking officers in plea deals
A New Jersey gym owner and a man from Washington state on Friday became the first defendants to plead guilty to assaulting officers during the Jan. 6 riot at the...
Cuomo's lawyers just proved he has no credible defense
Gov. Andrew Cuomo hasn’t been seen since state Attorney General Tish James’ damning report dropped Tuesday, but he sent his lawyers — and anonymous advisers — to make the case that...
Dog rescued after being found buried alive in California
While the incident is being investigated, officials believe the abandonment was a deliberate act of animal cruelty. The dog is now being treated with fluids and antibiotics.
'What else has he forgotten?': DeSantis rips Biden over 'Governor who?' jab
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis came back swinging at President Biden. DeSantis questioned Biden's decision-making and memory after the President pretended not to know who DeSantis was.
'My 600-lb Life' lawsuit: Gina Krasley sued for 'emotional distress' before death
A little over a year before her death at age 30, the "My 600-Lb Life" star sued the production company behind the TLC reality series, citing "emotional distress."
George Soros pal Howard Rubin sells Hamptons home amid sex scandal
George Soros' former longtime right-hand man, money manager and pal has finally sold his Hamptons home for $9.5 million after several women filed lawsuits against him alleging graphic sexual assault.
Subway franchisees want to kick Megan Rapinoe's TV ads to the curb
Megan Rapinoe kicked up another round of controversy at the Tokyo Olympics -- and now a group of Subway franchisees are pressuring the fast-food giant to give her the boot....
Meet the Jets rookie receiver who's turning heads
Inside look at why Jets receiver Elijah Moore is lighting it up at training camp.
University of Florida requires masks indoors — even for vaccinated
University of Florida students and staffers now have to mask up indoors at all times – even if they’re fully vaccinated.
Giants WR hopes extra work with Daniel Jones leads to roster spot
Giants receiver David Sills traveled all around the country to work with Daniel Jones this offseason.
NYPD cops help save infant while investigating robbery
Three cops saved an unconscious infant whose dad flagged them down while the officers were investigating a burglary in Brooklyn, according to the NYPD.
South Dakota’s Sturgis rally roars back amid Delta surge
Public health experts worry the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally will again play host to coronavirus infections, after hundreds of rallygoers were infected last year
'Kids are packed in cages': Photos show cramped conditions at border facility
Video shot inside a Texas migrant facility shows people crowded into plastic-covered cubes, as border crossings soar to record levels and COVID-19 cases skyrocket.
NYC medics get pay raise, union announces
Under the handshake agreement in NYC, FDNY EMT who just started their job will be $39,386 -- up from $35,254. Oren Barzilay, President of EMS Local 2507 said the change...
Cuomo's comeuppance and other commentary
From the left: Cuomo’s Comeuppance “Seventy-four thousand documents, 200 interviews, 168 pages and five months after” state Attorney General Tish James began her probe of Gov. Cuomo, “investigators managed to...
Fantasy baseball quitters should not be tolerated
At this point in the fantasy baseball season, one of the biggest problems we have to deal with is how to handle the quitters. Every league has at least one...
In-hiding Cuomo sics lawyers on sex accusers, claims he was 'ambushed' by AG James
Gov. Andrew Cuomo remained in hiding at the Executive Mansion Friday but sent out a team of lawyers to publicly attack some of the 11 women he's accused of sexually...
Biden and fellow Dems are openly flouting the law — to please crackpot socialists
Joe Biden certainly isn’t the first president to violate his oath of office, but he might be the first in memory to openly brag about doing it. As Biden announced...
Letters to the Editor — Aug. 7, 2021
New York Post readers weigh in on calls for Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign after the AG's report that he sexually harassed multiple women.
Suit alleges horrific sexual abuse of 4th grader at NYC private boys school
Two students at an NYC private school for boys in the 1960s sexually abused a fourth-grader so brutally that his teeth were knocked out and he lost consciousness, new court...
NYC mourns sudden passing of beloved Central Park owl
After flying into a car early Friday morning, one of the most popular residents of Central Park passed away, the park today announced.
Against all odds: Pelosi thinks Dems can keep House, even as DCCC warns of trouble
The House speaker's comments came after Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee chair Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney said Dems need to adjust strategies to hold the chamber in the midterm elections.
Roselyn Sanchez on her 'big responsibility' in 'Fantasy Island' reboot
The plane, the plane! A new incarnation of “Fantasy Island,” is hitting Fox without the show’s famous catch-phrase -- but with a few new additions, including star Roselyn Sanchez. “I...
Joe's welcome mat spurred a superspreader extravaganza
President Joe Biden is the root cause of today’s COVID-19 superspreader extravaganza on the southern frontier. His come-and-get-it, no-borders policy offers a Laurel and Hardy welcome to COVID-infected illegal aliens....
US flying migrants turned away by COVID protocol deep into Mexico
US authorities are flying families turned away from the southern border deep into Mexico as the Biden administration tries to deter repeated crossing attempts, according to a new report.
Win a 50 million-year-old fossil for touring $2M Massachusetts mansion
The seller of a Massachusetts mansion has added a unique incentive to attract more eyes to his $1.78 million property — all tours come with a chance to win a...
While allegedly harassing women, Cuomo also abused state resources
The saga of Gov. Cuomo’s downfall attracts prurient interest. But strip away the supposedly titillating details — which weren’t so titillating to the near-dozen women who allegedly experienced them —...
Suspect in ‘Gone Girl’ actress' hit-and-run NYC death nearly freed over bail mistake
Manhattan Criminal Court Judge James Clynes set bail at $30,000 for Brian Boyd, who was arrested for the deadly scooter incident that killed Lisa Banes.
Natlyn Jones talks boxing and her inspirational SheWarrior brand
Wife to legendary boxer Roy Jones Jr., she knows a thing or two about sports.
Team Biden's nuke-deal talks are positively absurd after Iran's latest deadly attack
President Joe Biden's insistence on resuming Team Obama's disastrous 2015 nuclear agreement with Iran has truly entered the world of the absurd: Even as Biden officials entertain talks with Tehran,...
At least three injured in latest NYC shootings, cops say
At least New Yorkers were hurt in shootings across the Big Apple on Thursday night, authorities said.
Soccer's power couple announces they're separating
Soccer's power couple is no more. Sydney Leroux announced she and fellow soccer player husband Dom Dwyer were separating in a Twitter post on Friday. “I have always been a...
Rikers inmate beats guard, steals keys and attacks rival jailbird
A Rikers Island inmate attacked a correction officer on Thursday and stole a set of keys, which he used to open a rival's cell and beat the man, sources said.
'Shark Tank' star 'Mr. Wonderful' has a new show
"Shark Tank" star Kevin "Mr. Wonderful" O'Leary (and his defining black suit) is hosting a new six-part series on CNBC. "Money Court," premiering Wednesday (Aug. 11) at 10 p.m., features...
Broadway insider warns unvaxxed actors: 'You won't work!'
Performers and backstage crew will also have to be fully vaccinated. If they have a problem with this, "they just won't work," three-time Tony Award-winning producer Bonnie Comley warned.
Biden Administration extends student loan relief into 2022
The Biden administration has extended the freeze on federal student loan payments to the end of January and the Department of Education added this will be the final pause for...
Drought brings hunger crisis in Afghanistan after US troop withdrawal
Millions of Afghans are struggling for food after a prolonged drought disrupts supplies in a country reeling from a surge in Taliban violence as U.S.-led foreign troops complete their withdrawal.
Woman says COVID, acne medication turned her lips into sore-covered mess
A Nebraska woman has gone viral for posting a video of what she said was a bizarre COVID side effect that made her lips look like something out of “The...
Meet the guy with the emu in those Liberty Mutual ads
Meet David Hoffman, who plays the mustached, shades-wearing Doug alongside Limu the emu in those weird Liberty Mutual Insurance commercials.
Homeless man assaulted elderly victim in NYC, cops say
Kuldeep Sharma got angry at a 74-year-old and hit the victim in the face and head during a late July incident. Sharma is facing a felony assault charge for the...
Have you tried birria yet? Here are the best places to get it in NYC
Birria, which means "mess" in Spanish, is one of the hottest food trends right now thanks to TikTok. These are the best places to get it in NYC.
Dave Grohl and Foo Fighters troll Westboro Baptist Church — again
Foo Fighters versus Westboro Baptist Church round three.
2 busted in NY plot against Myanmar ambassador to UN: feds
Two Myanmar citizens plotted to attack and potentially kill the country's ambassador to the United Nations in a Westchester County scheme, the feds said Friday.
Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga say farewell in tears with last show, new video
If you hoped to see Tony Bennett performing with Lady Gaga one last time, the duo’s latest video, a stunning performance of “I Get a Kick Out of You,” will...
Biden open to extending federal unemployment bump amid labor shortage
President Joe Biden is open to extending a $300 weekly unemployment insurance supplement during a labor shortage, but he hasn't yet made up his mind, White House Press Secretary Jen...
Alleged gunman arrested in fatal shooting of NJ high school student
Yohan Hernandez, 20, was arrested and charged with with murder, aggravated assault, unlawful possession of a weapon and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose in the fatal shooting...
Curtis Sliwa shows off tan line after removing famous beret at rally
The Republican mayoral nominee Curtis Sliwa took off his famous Guardian Angels beret at a rally Friday and revealed a well-defined tan line.
Knicks' Euro pick could join NBA sooner than expected
Maybe Lithuanian combo guard Rokas Jokubaitis won’t turn into a European “stash" pick after all.
National police group rep slams left for politicizing cop suicides after Jan. 6 riot
Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith said “we will never know” why Kyle DeFreytag, Gunther Hashida, Jeffrey Smith and Howard Liebengood took their own lives after the Jan. 6 riot.
Victim's kin says suspect in brazen NYC killing caught-on-camera was a 'family friend'
Kin of the Brooklyn woman killed by a shooter in a brazen caught-on-video crime say the victim was lured to her death with a phone call -- and that they...
9/11 families, survivors tell Biden to stay away from 20th memorial events
Over 1,800 people who were affected by the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks are calling on President Biden to release documents they claim show the Saudi government was linked to...
Survivors of acid attacks in Mexico unite to push for change
Elisa Xolalpa has had three daughters and found a job she enjoys since a former boyfriend tried to destroy her life by tossing acid on her when she was 18.
Walmart dangles bonuses for warehouse workers as summer sales surge
Walmart warehouse workers are being paid $1,000 bonuses to skip summer breaks as sales continue to explode during the pandemic.
Teens on scooters go on cell phone swiping spree in NYC
A trio of teen suspects on scooters made a grab for cell phones from three victims in an Upper Manhattan spree last month, cops said Friday.
Venomous West African cobra slithering loose in Texas suburbs
Residents of a Texas neighborhood are hissed off with a snake owner after the poisonous reptile escaped. A West African banded cobra has been missing since Tuesday evening, and wildlife...
Video shows mom brutally beaten in front of kid for honking at dirt-bike riders
A Rhode Island mom was dragged from her car and beaten in the street in front of her young daughter -- just for honking at a group of dirt-bike riders...
Simone Biles crashes Texans practice to reunite with boyfriend
Simone Biles is back in Texas after competing in the Tokyo Olympics, and her relationship with Jonathan Owens is stronger than ever. After she received a warm welcome in Houston...
Farmer will ‘take a bullet’ rather than allow killing of sick alpaca
“I can’t stand by and let my animal be killed, and I’m willing to stand in the way of any gunman who comes to destroy Geronimo,” said Helen Macdonald of...
S.C. cop charged after video shows him stomping on unarmed black man's head
Orangeburg Public Safety Officer David Lance Dukes, 38, is charged with felony first-degree assault and battery after bodycam video revealed him striking Clarence Gailyard, 58.
You can have dinner with Peter Thiel if you donate $5,800 to his employee's US Senate campaign
Want to have an intimate dinner with Silicon Valley billionaire Peter Thiel? Just donate $5,800 to one of his employees' campaigns for US Senate. Donors who give the maximum legal...
JPMorgan reinstates indoor mask mandate as Delta variant spreads
JPMorgan said it once again will require all employees, vaccinated or not, to wear masks at its offices nationwide as the spread of the Delta variant upends companies' plans to...
Hit the road, Gov: 70% of New Yorkers tell Cuomo to quit, 63% say impeach, poll finds
New Yorkers have turned on Gov. Andrew Cuomo with a vengeance after a devastating state investigative report found that he's a serial sex abuser, a new survey reveals.
Wild west: Residents pull guns on firefighters when told to evacuate wildfires
Firefighters battling the wildfires in California say some armed residents have pulled guns on them because they don't want to evacuate, according to a report.
Kevin Durant signing huge extension to remain with Nets
Kevin Durant is staying in Brooklyn.
Kawhi Leonard has made his free agency decision
It appears Kawhi Leonard will be running it back. The former NBA Finals MVP is planning on returning to the Los Angeles Clippers, according to Yahoo Sports. The 29-year-old declined...
Dog days of summer: Post's week in photos
New Yorkers continue to enjoy the nice weather of late summer.
Penguins missing visitors at locked-down Thai Zoo, keepers say
Thailand is fighting its biggest coronavirus outbreak yet and has introduced strict movement curbs that have seen many public places, including zoos, shuttered.
Moviegoer struck by lightning at Minnesota drive-in, authorities say
A man at a Minnesota drive-in theater was struck by lightning during a movie as heavy storms shocked the area, authorities said Friday.
Curtis Sliwa leads Queens rally opposing the closure of Rikers Island
GOP mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa rallied with Queens residents Friday to oppose the $9 billion plan to replace Rikers Island with four borough jails -- citing public safety concerns.
Get outta here: 42 Democratic county chairs tell Cuomo to 'immediately' quit
More than 40 Democratic county chairs on Friday jointly called on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign.
Elon Musk's Boring Company in talks with San Antonio, Austin for tunnel system
Economic development officials and local government agencies have reportedly held talks with Elon Musk’s Boring Company about building an underground transportation loop in Central Texas.
Disturbing video shows cop OD on fentanyl — just from being 'too close' to it
Heart-stopping footage shows a rookie deputy in California examining fentanyl during a drug bust — then keeling over and almost dying from an overdose just from being "too close" to...
FDA set to authorize COVID booster shots for immunocompromised
Federal health officials are soon set to authorize COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for people with weakened immune systems and underlying health conditions, according to reports.
Execs who helped Cuomo smear accuser work at firm making millions from state contracts
Two former Cuomo staffers who helped their old boss smear sexual harassment accuser Lindsey Boylan work for a politically connected public relations firm that is raking in millions from state...
Instagram model charged in Turkey over images at Sex Museum in Amsterdam
She said she was later arrested by Turkish authorities and faces obscenity charges that can land her in the slammer for up to three years.
US goes for gold in baseball, men's basketball on Day 15 of Olympics
Even with only two days left of the Tokyo Olympics, there remain high-stakes competitions for Team USA, which is on the verge of gold in multiple events. Many Olympic fan...
Dad masterfully talks down grizzly bear in nail-biting encounter
This dad puts Dr. Dolittle to shame.
Chicago Teachers Union says delta variant opens door to 'pause in-person instruction'
The Chicago Teachers Union is calling for a tougher approach to combating the coronavirus delta variant ahead of the new school year, suggesting that in-person instruction could be once again paused if cases continue to climb. ...
Take a shot on veteran pitcher in this MLB interleague clash
The Cards’ Adam Wainwright has won for us the last two times we’ve backed him.
Oh, Joe: Biden mistakenly says 350M Americans vaccinated
Biden, 78, is often accused of being in mental decline and then-President Donald Trump made his cognitive fitness a central campaign issue last year.
Beijing must not host Winter Olympics, Uighur American pleads in testimony
"I’m here today not as a professional activist, expert, or a scholar but just as a daughter, someone directly affected by the atrocities."
Top-ranked Olympic pentathlete bursts into tears when horse won't jump
A world champion German pentathlete burst into tears during an equestrian event at the Tokyo Olympics Friday when her stubborn horse refused to jump, dramatic footage shows.
Apple exec says she was placed on leave after raising sexism concerns
An Apple senior engineering program manager said she was placed on indefinite administrative leave Wednesday after raising concerns about sexism, a hostile work environment and unsafe working conditions. Ashley M. Gjøvik told The Verge she asked Apple...
Nine years on, Cameroon Olympic boxer talks of defection to UK
When boxer Thomas Essomba walked out of the London Olympic Village with his suitcases in 2012, he left behind his life in Cameroon to start another one from scratch.
Olympic star trolls US on TikTok over medal payments
Imagine winning a medal at the Olympics. Fame and riches would await you, as you have etched your name in history. Not so fast. Monica Aksamit, a 2016 fencing bronze medalist,...
How this $72 fried rice 'stunt dish' almost ruined a chef's business
Chef Rob Lam of San Francisco restaurant Lily decided to pull the plug on the dish because it was too popular and was too much to work for the kitchen...
Five kids die in Illinois fire after being left home alone
Five young siblings have died after a fire broke out in their Illinois apartment while they were home alone, according to a report.
The first massive QB extension of the NFL offseason is here
It's a great day for Josh Allen's bank account. The Bills quarterback has agreed to a six-year contract extension that runs through the 2028 season, the team confirmed Friday. The...
Cuomo was advised to get counseling for behavior to 'get out ahead' of AG report
A consultant said he knew a group called "Mine the Gap" in Washington, DC that works with corporate clients to improve workplace culture.
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'Am I Ghislaine Maxwell?': Probe reveals Cuomo aide's heated call with journalists
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's top aide, Melissa DeRosa, sarcastically likened herself to Ghislaine Maxwell, alleged accomplice of Jefrey Epstein, during a heated call with two Albany journalists.
Companies giving Teslas, vacations to get workers back to the office
In lieu of simply mandating a return to the in-person daily grind, companies are wooing workers with tough-to-pass-up perks of getting back to work.
Book details Bin Laden's plot to kill Obama, terrorist leader's thoughts on Biden
Osama bin Laden was plotting to assassinate then-President Barack Obama when the terrorist leader was killed — but had no plans for Joe Biden because he deemed him “totally unprepared”...
Summer camp horror: Kids find body while gathering wood, cops say
Kids at a sleep-away camp in the Berkshires discovered a man's corpse as they collected wood for an upcoming "Rope Burn" contest, The Post has learned.
Olympian shares sultry 'thirst trap' photos to celebrate birthday
Lolo Jones says she's having a mid-life crisis after turning 39 on Thursday. "My last year in my 30’s so here’s me posting a bunch of thirst traps because I’m...
Biden wears tan suit similar to one that sparked Obama 'controversy'
President Joe Biden wore the fitted, sand-colored suit with a green tie and an American flag pin on his left lapel while reporting last month’s jobs growth — the same...
US says ex-Marine from Texas has disappeared within Russian prison system
Trevor Reed was handed a hefty prison sentence after being found guilty of endangering the lives of two police officers.
Why spend $1B to run for president when $2.6M buys you a 'White House'
Have dreams of living in the White House someday? Instead, buy this $2.65 million on a replica of the executive mansion.
Google co-founder gets New Zealand residency, raising questions
Google co-founder Larry Page has gained New Zealand residency, officials confirmed Friday, stoking debate over whether extremely wealthy people can essentially buy access
Nets sign Raptors swingman for one-year deal
LAS VEGAS — The Nets are hell-bent on supporting their Big 3 with perimeter defense. They doubled down on that Friday after missing out on Andre Iguodala by signing DeAndre’...
Guns N' Roses just released their first 'new' song in 13 years
"New. Fn. Song." wrote the "Sweet Child O' Mine" singers on their Twitter page just after midnight Wednesday.
Street sweep: 76 vehicles with fake paper plates seized in the Bronx
The owners will be held responsible for any outstanding judgments for unpaid speed, camera, and parking-violation summonses, as well as any criminal sanctions for their actions, the NYC sheriff said.
'Star Wars' store owner in heated dispute with trans woman over offensive sign
The councilmember said she understood Sucher had a right to free speech but still wanted to confront the store owner.
NBA star 'cut off communication' with team in escalating trade drama
The Ben Simmons-Sixers situation is getting more awkward. As both sides attempt to find the All-Star point guard a new home, Simmons is reportedly giving the cold shoulder to Philadelphia....
Ex-Net's death threat counterclaims are 'desperate' retaliation: assault accuser
The woman accusing ex-Brooklyn Net Darius Morris of assault says the baller's counterclaims against her are just a "desperate attempt to retaliate," new court papers show.
Comedian's son killed in fiery California car crash
Tony Baker said that his son's death "feels like it's not real," telling NBC 4 Los Angeles, "We get waves of grief. We sob uncontrollably. Then it's back to regular...
The US rifle loved by drug cartels and feared by Mexican police
The flow of high-caliber arms smuggled across the porous US border has alarmed Mexican officials and few weapons are as powerful as the US-made M82 semi-automatic rifle.
Review: Lin-Manuel Miranda nails cuteness as a musical critter in 'Vivo'
"Vivo" is a heartfelt piece with catchy songs and a much more cohesive plot than Miranda's "Moana," which gets tangled midway through.
Thousands evacuated in North Korea as heavy rain destroys houses
Heavy rains in northeastern North Korea have destroyed or flooded 1,170 houses and forced 5,000 residents to evacuate to safety, North Korea’s state TV reported.
Millions of dehumidifiers recalled after causing fires, property damage
Fires caused by the issue have resulted in about $17 million in property damage.
Islanders' Adam Pelech is in for the long haul with new contract
The Islanders have locked up the pillar of their defense to a long-term deal. Adam Pelech signed an eight-year, $46 million contract, the team announced Friday. The 26-year-old defenseman has...
One dose of Pfizer vaccine may protect COVID-19 victims from reinfection: study
People who had COVID-19 may only need one dose of Pfizer's vaccine to be "sufficiently protected" against getting the virus again, a new study says.
The Tom Brady-Peyton Manning bromance is very much alive
Tom Brady-Peyton Manning showdowns were once the most anticipated matchup in the NFL. Now, as Manning, 45, is inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Sunday, his old...
Suspect nabbed after Mercedes smashes up block in Bronx police chase
The driver of a lime-green luxury car crashed his vehicle into a slew of others and drove the flashy ride up onto a Bronx sidewalk to avoid cops, police say.
Wildfires in Turkey: Butterfly drinks from hand after fleeing blaze
A precious video of a butterfly drinking water out of the palm of an aid worker's hand was captured in Manavgat, Turkey. The thirsty insect had fled the devastating Turkish...
Black principal says racism was behind request to remove photo with white wife
A black high school principal in Texas said a district official told him to remove a photo from Facebook of himself kissing his white wife – so as not to...
KFC opening pop-up hotel where rooms have 'press for chicken' button
KFC is opening a pop-up hotel in London where guests can order room service with a ‘Press for Chicken’ button.
Luka Doncic knows exactly who to blame for Olympic heartbreak
Luka Doncic had finally put up the Olympics third-ever triple double, but Slovenia still lost.
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Meet the Russian twins dominating the rhythmic gymnastics competition
Dina and Arina Averina, 22, are gold medal favorites heading into Saturday’s all-around finals.
Chuck Schumer aims for weekend vote on bipartisan $1T infrastructure deal
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has teed up a vote for the weekend on the $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure plan, ending debate late Thursday evening.
'Clown show' US men's track team on verge of Olympic gold medal shutout
This was not what Team USA meant when they said this year’s track team would be history-making. For the first time in Olympic history, male American runners have failed to...
An epic Olympic final unfolded after USWNT heartbreak
Both teams pulled off upsets of the top-ranked U.S. women’s soccer team earlier in the Tokyo Olympics, but only one could take home the gold medal. Canada seized the first...
Cinemark says recovery is 'faster than expected' as moviegoing picks up
After a brutal year of massive losses during the pandemic, movie-theater giant Cinemark said its recovery is underway as moviegoing is coming back.
'My 600-lb. Life' star dead at 30: 'My life's been hard'
The New Jersey resident joined the TLC series in 2020 — and was featured in an episode presciently titled "Time Is Running Our For Gina," which has nearly 1 million...
News Corp. shares rise on narrowed loss as revenue jumps 30 percent
News Corp. said its quarterly revenue jumped 30 percent, driven by growth in its digital real-estate, book-publishing and newspaper divisions.
Is power-lifting the secret to youthful looks? Just ask this 100-year-old granny
Florida resident Edith Murway-Traina, 99, who set the Guinness World Record for oldest powerlifter at 98, now stands at breaking her own record after she turns 100 on Sunday.
Heat wave turns already arid Kazakh steppe into mass grave for horses
Unusually high temperatures, in some cases the highest on record, have been reported throughout the former Soviet region of Central Asia this summer, prompting Kazakhstan to ban exports of animal...
Not a good look: Cuomo's fashion designer bro-in-law blasted for defending him
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's famous fashion-designer brother-in-law, Kenneth Cole, is one of the lone voices defending him -- arguing that his embattled relative deserves another chance.
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W is for Woke: Elementary school accused of indoctrinating kids with anti-cop video
A Virginia elementary school shared a radical "Woke Kindergarten" video that suggested people were safer when police weren't around — but claimed it was posted by mistake.
Hundreds of volunteers help crews tackling Turkey wildfires
Actor Tevfik Erman Kutlu was on a break from filming in Istanbul when wildfires that devastated swaths of southern Turkey first erupted.
Florida robbery victim facing charges in teen's shooting death
Prosecutors said Christopher Luis was charged with aggravated battery with a firearm.
Aaron Rodgers' insane training camp throw is a must-see
Packers' fans are happy to have Aaron Rodgers back. The 37-year-old showed off his pinpoint accuracy after practice Thursday. From around the 30-yard line, he threw the football into a...
Beloved fisherman dies after contracting flesh-eating bacteria from oyster cut
He had reportedly been infected with vibriosis, or fish poisoning — a bacterial infection most commonly associated with eating raw or undercooked seafood or exposing open wounds to water.
Olympic redemption for Bruce Springsteen's daughter
The Boss’ daughter will have a chance for Olympic gold. Jessica Springsteen, the 29-year-old daughter of rock legend Bruce Springsteen, helped the U.S. equestrian team advance to the show jumping...
Woman put young son into trunk in full view of stunned witness: video
A homeless woman in Colorado stuffed her 5-year-old son in the trunk of a car, in full view of stunned witnesses, disturbing video shows.
Slain Queens lawyer may have been targeted by disgruntled client: sources
Investigators are eyeing a 64-year-old client who was dissatisfied over a home foreclosure — as well as his 66-year-old brother.
Chris Cuomo's colleagues 'dismayed' over CNN's handling of gov's bro
Chris Cuomo's CNN colleagues are confused at him being allowed to stay on air without ever mentioning Gov. Andrew Cuomo's sex-harassment scandal.
Family trashes $25K while cleaning grandma's house, waste workers rescue it
An Ohio family was in a panic after tossing away $25K while tidying up their grandmother's home. Thankfully they managed to recover the funds before they were sent to the...
Robbery suspects' bizarre unicorn fetish leads to arrests
Over the four-month spree, the suspects allegedly stole multiple cars and packages from people's porches.
Wuhan's notorious 'bat woman' warns more COVID mutations are coming
China's now-notorious "bat woman" — the head of the Wuhan lab accused of being a possible source for the pandemic — has warned that deadly new mutations of COVID-19 will...
Burglar steals vet's Purple Heart, trades it for soda, deputies say
A burglar broke into a North Carolina home and stole a Vietnam vet's Purple Heart medal – which he traded for a two-liter bottle of soda, authorities said.
Aaliyah's music will finally be streamable 20 years after her death
Aside from her debut album, 1994’s “Age Ain’t Nothing But a Number,” none of Aaliyah’s other music has previously been available to stream or download.
NBA superstar doesn't sound thrilled with his team's free agency plan
The Blazers' results in free agency aren't helping their case when it comes to keeping Damian Lillard happy. The franchise face — who's been openly candid about his frustrations with...
School districts struggle to hire bus drivers amid post-pandemic shortage
Most school districts say they had a huge problem attracting and retaining drivers before the pandemic - but now their job is even more difficult.
Third Giants player retires in bizarre week
Offensive lineman Zach Fulton retired on Friday — the third Giants player in four days to hang up the cleats. The Post's Ryan Dunleavy reported from camp on Friday that Giants...
Kanye West livestreamed 'Donda' again — so where's the album?
Is anyone surprised Kanye West is still playing the waiting game? He continued to test the limits of his fans waiting to hear his new music.
Why Nas fans are tearing up over Lauryn Hill on 'King's Disease II'
Nas is back with his 14th studio album, featuring Eminem, Lauryn Hill and rap duo EPMD, and fans are calling it a return to "veteran hip-hop."
Cuomo assistant files criminal complaint that may land gov behind bars
A former staffer of Gov. Andrew Cuomo who has accused him of groping her in 2019 has filed a criminal complaint against him with the Albany County Sheriff’s Office, The...
People fleeing Hong Kong crackdown get temporary US haven
Biden signed a memorandum allowing people from Hong Kong currently residing in the United States to live and work in the country for 18 months.
American wins wrestling gold with insane buzzer-beating move
A golden buzzer-beater. University of Minnesota wrestling star Gable Steveson won the Olympic men’s freestyle 125kg gold medal at the Tokyo Olympic Games in the most dramatic fashion. The 21-year-old...
Woman sues McDonald's after burger ad compelled her to break fast: report
“When I saw an advertising banner — I could not help myself,” orthodox Christian Ksenia Ovchinnikova told Russian state media.
US sprinter rips 'couch sitters' after Olympic relay disaster
Fred Kerley took a lot of heat for his performance on the American 4x100-meter relay team that finished sixth in Thursday's qualifying round, missing the final in dramatic fashion. His...
Child's slay: 16-year-old busted in murder of 13-year-old in NYC: cops
The older teen was charged with murder, manslaughter and criminal possession of a firearm, authorities said.
Belarusian sprinter used Google Translate to get help from Japanese cops
Krystsina Tsimanouskaya, 24, slammed her coaches last week for putting her in a relay she hadn’t trained for.
Simone Biles has simple request as fans cheer return from tumultuous Olympics
The 24-year-old gymnast was greeted by her family, French bulldog Rambo and a throng of adoring fans at Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston.
United requiring COVID vaccine for all US employees
United Airlines announced Friday that it will require all of its US employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19 by the fall, becoming the first major airline to do so.
Mr. T congratulates beach volleyball 'A-team' on gold medal
Watch out, fools. The A-Team just met the A-Team.
Videos show deadly boat crash that landed man in legal trouble before his murder alongside mom
Videos have emerged of the deadly and drunken boat crash that landed South Carolina man Paul Murdaugh in legal trouble two years before he was found executed alongside his mother.
US added 943K jobs in July as businesses scrambled to hire new workers
The US added 943,000 jobs last month, crushing expectations as businesses scrambled to hire new workers, the feds said Friday.
US track star makes history with medal in final Olympics
Call it a perfect 10, moving Allyson Felix into a tie for the most Olympic medals in United States track & field history. The 35-year-old Felix tied legend Carl Lewis...
British cyclist makes history with record-breaking Olympic medal
Laura Kenny and Katie Archibald are going home with a gold medal won the first-ever Olympic women’s Madison.
Afghan Taliban kill head of government media department
The war between the Taliban and Afghanistan’s government forces has intensified over the past few months.
Hillsong church COO downsizes NYC apartment amid charges against founder
Amid the ongoing controversy and scandal surrounding Australia-based megachurch Hillsong, its chief operating officer is trying to sell her swanky Manhattan pad and has downgraded to a cheaper, smaller unit.
Security contractor claims original plan was not to kill Haitian prez: report
A Miami-based security contractor suspected of training mercenaries in the assassination plot of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse, claimed he was working with an ex-judge to help arrest the leader.
This MLB simulation predicts big things for Yankees
Can you envision the Yankees upsetting the Astros in the playoffs? How about the Red Sox missing the playoffs altogether? How about the Mets winding up below .500? If you...
Virgin Galactic shares rise after it sets $450K per seat spaceflight price
Virgin Galactic sales will initially open to "early hand-raisers," who have already expressed interest in paying for a flight.
Listen to Episode 75 of 'Amazin' But True': Time for Mets Fans to Panic? feat. Barstool Sports' KFC, Clem
The Mets might have reached their rock bottom of the 2021 season when they lost the series to the lowly Marlins in Miami. The Mets' offense has been asleep and...
Thousands flee Greek fires as firefighters try to keep flames from historic sites
In southern Greece, nearly 60 villages and settlements were evacuated Thursday and early Friday, as Thousands of people in Greece fled to safety from a wildfire north of Athen.
Crowd cheers on sea turtle returning to sea after rehab
After 9 months of rehabilitation at Israel's Sea Turtle Rescue Center, a loggerhead sea turtle named Stitch made her way back into the Mediterranean Sea. A fisherman found Stitch in...
Statue's reign of Olympic terror is over
TOKYO — A sumo wrestler that may have spooked the horses has been knocked out of the Olympic equestrian ring. The statue and a nearby patch of cherry trees that riders thought...
Hezbollah says they fired rockets after Israeli airstrikes
Hezbollah says it struck fields near Israeli positions with "dozens" of rockets days after Israel launched airstrikes against the country.
Yes, the villain Starro in 'The Suicide Squad' is a vengeful starfish
He (she? it?) may seem like a mild acid flashback, but the boss-level villain Starro is so very real.
Hiroshima marks 76th anniversary of US atomic bombing
Hiroshima on Friday marked the 76th anniversary of the world's first atomic bombing, as the mayor of the Japanese city urged global leaders to unite to eliminate nuclear weapons, just...
Yankees bullpen back to normal — almost
Zack Britton and Aroldis Chapman shut down the Mariners in the final two innings of the Yankees' 5-3 win Thursday night at the Stadium.
US women's basketball team reaches gold-medal game
Brittney Griner scored a game-high 15 points and grabbed 12 rebounds as the United States saw off Serbia 79-59 to make the women's Olympic basketball final Friday and move a...
'It’s just completely devastating': California's largest raging wildfire burns town to ashes
Eva Gorman says the little California mountain town of Greenville was a place of community and strong character, the kind of place where neighbors volunteered to move furniture, colorful baskets...
Breaking down the new-look Knicks
The Knicks roster is almost set — having spent their cap space and having only the $4.9 million room exception left for one more veteran.
US must get revenge on France to win basketball gold
Kevin Durant-led Team USA will have shot to get revenge on France in Saturday's gold-medal game at the Olympics in Tokyo.
Man sexually abuses teenage girl on Bronx 4 train
A man is wanted for sexually abusing a teenage girl aboard a Bronx subway train on July 19, 2021.
Unvaccinated man with dire COVID case has a message for anti-vaxxers
After believing he wasn't going to catch COVID-19, Travis Campbell has urged others to get vaccinated in a series of Facebook videos.
Two coaches removed from Tokyo Olympics amid sprinter drama
The International Olympic Committee announced it has stripped the credentials of two coaches involved in trying to send sprinter Krystsina Tsimanouskaya back to Belarus.
The other way Anthony Rizzo's presence is helping Yankees
The Yankees were off for the day, the Cubs were on television and Marcus Thames couldn’t turn away from Anthony Rizzo’s at-bat. As Rizzo fouled off pitch after pitch before...
Alaskan volcanoes are erupting, blowing steam and ash
Three remote Alaska volcanoes --- Pavlof, Great Sitkin , and Semisopochnoi --- are in various states of eruption, one producing lava and the other two blowing steam and ash.
Ex-NBA Finals MVP has Nets on his short list
The Nets are on three-time NBA champion Andre Iguodala’s short list of suitors for next season, according to a report, moving them close to adding another seasoned winner.
Joey Gallo waited lifetime for this Derek Jeter-like moment
Joey Gallo is human, which means he had to feel a bit awkward and insecure about the lovefest that was breaking out around Anthony Rizzo. Those are natural human feelings...
Daughter of late Capitol police officer takes center stage at White House ceremony
President Biden was briefly upstaged Thursday by the 7-year-old daughter of a US Capitol Police officer who died in April after he was struck by a car at a barricade.
Nets Summer League roster highlighted by their draft picks
LAS VEGAS — With free agency winding down and the Spencer Dinwiddie trade done and dusted, Nets fans will turn their eyes toward Las Vegas and focus their attention on...
Suspect busted in hit-and-run death of 'Gone Girl' actress
NYPD have arrested the suspect sought in connection to the death of actress Lisa Banes, who was fatally struck in a hit-and-run in June.
'Cuomo’s got real problems': Trump rips into gov who 'destroyed' NY
Former President Donald Trump ripped into embattled Gov. Andrew Cuomo at a New York State Republican Party fundraiser Thursday night.