August 20, 2021
Giants look strong and more help is on the way
The healthy Giants targets had some good moments Thursday working against the Browns, but considerably more of them a day later.
Dead & Company fan falls to his death at Citi Field show
A man was pronounced dead after he fell from Citi Field's balcony and landed on concrete during the Dead & Company concert on Friday.
Caddie carries brother's sudden death, memory with him at Northern Trust
Kenny Harms, 55, a native of Paramus, N.J., who has been on Kevin Na’s bag for 14 years, lost his brother Kurt last week
19th trip home: Biden slated to go to Delaware amid Afghanistan crisis
President Joe Biden will travel to his home in Delaware Saturday, as thousands of Americans and Afghan allies remain stranded in Afghanistan following the Taliban's takeover last weekend.
Yankees slugger backs up words with monster night in rout
Luke Voit backs up his words with huge night to help Yankees top Twins
CM Punk officially returns to pro wrestling: 'I'm back'
CM Punk is officially back in wrestling for the first time in more than seven years.
Court denies bid to stop CDC eviction freeze, SCOTUS next stop
A federal appeals court ruled Friday that the 60-day eviction moratorium instituted by the CDC earlier this month can remain in place -- setting up a showdown before the Supreme...
Hooker found in barrel left crack pipes, weed in hotel room before death
Doomed hooker Nicole Flanagan left a pile of booze bottles, crack pipes and stripper clothes in an NYC hotel room before winding up in a nearby apartment where she apparently...
R. Kelly married Aaliyah at 15 because he thought she was pregnant: ex-tour manager
R. Kelly married the late pop star Aaliyah when she was just 15 because he believed she was pregnant, his former tour manager testified in Brooklyn federal court Friday.
Knicks sign former Florida State guard
The Knicks have added another guard for training camp
FDA expected to grant full approval of Pfizer vaccine on Monday: report
The Food and Drug Administration is preparing to grant full approval of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine on Monday, according to a report on Friday. The New York Times reported that the...
Afghan resistance fighters take back territory from Taliban
A high-ranking former Afghan government official said that resistance fighters wrestled three districts in the northeastern Baghlan province out of Taliban control.
VP Harris to campaign for California Gov. Newsom as recall race heats up
Vice President Kamala Harris will join a rally for California Gov. Gavin Newsom later this month as Golden State voters grapple with whether to recall their state's chief executive.
One of golf's best closers takes lead at Northern Trust
The two players at the top of the leaderboard at The Northern Trust entering the weekend have been on very different journeys in recent years.
Biden lies through his teeth, fails to fess up to Afghanistan shambles for third time
President Joe Biden still won't apologize for the complete chaos he's triggered in Afghanistan as tens of thousands of American and allied lives remain at risk. Despite his claims to...
'American Idol' star Syesha Mercado reunited with newborn daughter
The singer shared a video showing her baby girl safe and sound in her car.
Biden keeps digging hole deeper on his disastrous evacuation of Afghanistan: Goodwin
President Joe Biden keeps making his awful Afghanistan withdrawal strategy worse day by day as he keeps sugarcoating the reality of the situation for Afghans and Americans, Michael Goodwin writes.
The Zach Wilson improvement Jets want to see vs. Packers
Zach Wilson is probably tired of seeing the Packers’ defense at this point.
Writer-producer of Ice-T movie fatally gunned down in NYC
The writer and producer of a recent movie starring Ice-T was gunned down while sitting in his new Mercedes-Benz in New York City, The Post has learned.
If Biden really wants to help every American escape Afghanistan, he'll let the troops venture outside the airport
Though President Biden claims he’s doing “everything” possible to help Americans escape Afghanistan, he’s confined the military to inside the airport — telling would-be evacuees they’re on their own trying...
Giants-Browns practice ends with heated fist fight
After the practice was completed, harsh words led to a few punches thrown between Giants receiver Sterling Shepard and Browns cornerback Troy Hill.
'Restricting people's freedom': Bar owner clashes with de Blasio over vax checks
Mayor Bill de Blasio and a Brooklyn bar owner sparred over his new proof-of-vaccination requirements for indoor service.
Stunning images that wowed judges at the MUSE Photography Awards 2021
From a sperm whale seen off the coast of Italy and Indian daredevils to a frozen landscape in Slovenia and an alien world, these are the images that wowed the...
Paris Hilton has a 'sliving' new $8M Malibu pad with fiancé Carter Reum
This house is "sliving" — the trademarked term invented by Paris Hilton that means "living my best life" and "slaying."
Henri closing in on New York area with hurricane-strength force
Tropical Storm Henri is barreling towards the New York area with hurricane-strength winds and potential storm surges.
Fleeing Americans beaten by Taliban in Kabul, Pentagon chief tells Congress
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told members of Congress that Americans attempting to evacuate Afghanistan have been beaten by the Taliban, directly contradicting President Biden.
State Dept. downplays reports of Taliban blocking Kabul airport access
The State Department's top spokesman insisted Friday that US officials had only received "a small number of reports" that the Taliban are blocking Americans in Afghanistan from reaching Kabul's international...
Letters to the Editor — Aug. 21, 2021
New York Post readers sound off about Mayor Bill de Blasio's response to an attacker who brutally assaulted a man with a hatchet at an ATM in the Financial District.
Will 'Impeachment' have Bill-Monica sex scenes — and will Hillary watch the show?
"Impeachment: American Crime Story" will chronicle Clinton's presidency, his relationship with his wife and the sex scandal that soured the final days of his tenure.
The heartbreaking stories behind the art Nazis stole from the Jews
Matisses, Picassos, Cézannes. Nazi forces stole artistic treasures during WWII and the Holocaust. A new exhibit tells their remarkable stories.
'Sudden and unexpected:' SeaWorld San Diego's youngest orca dead
Amaya, a 6-year-old orca, was showing signs of illness on Wednesday and died 24 hours after animal care specialists came to her aid.
NYPD is requiring COVID vax for employees at these events
Newly minted NYPD cops and officers climbing the ranks don't have to get the COVID-19 vaccine to work -- but they do need it to attend their own department ceremony,...
NYC hooker found dead in barrel 'always feared for her safety': friend
The NYC hooker whose naked body was found stuffed in a barrel had a "great life" until drugs and booze put her on a dangerous path that led her to...
Half a trillion dollars erased from China markets in a week
China's tech stocks slumped to new lows on Friday and Hong Kong's benchmark index hit an almost 10-month trough, as an unrelenting series of Chinese regulatory crackdowns crushed investors' confidence....
This pitcher could be the difference-maker for your fantasy baseball team
The Indians' Triston McKenzie could be a pitcher to help your fantasy baseball team in the stretch run.
Virginia college says white men and heterosexuals are 'oppressors'
James Madison University had specialized social justice and inclusion training that was offered as an "opportunity" for students.
How this blind actor became an action star
Blind actor Adam Morse did his own stunts on the action-heavy Apple TV+ series “See” without using a cane or a guide dog. “I spent a few days training with...
Most voters deem Biden unfit to be president, poll shows
Fewer than 40 percent of likely voters believe Joe Biden is carrying out the duties of the presidency, according to a poll released Friday.
Cop who shot US Capitol rioter Ashli Babbitt cleared after internal probe
The cop who fatally shot US Capitol rioter Ashli Babbitt as she stormed the building was exonerated after an internal police investigation, according to a report Friday.
'Dr. Phil' is making 'House Calls' on new CBS series
Phil McGraw pivots from daytime and his "Dr. Phil" studio to nighttime and on-location consults in "House Calls with Dr. Phil." In the series, airing Wednesdays (9 p.m.) on CBS,...
Cuomo dumps his stuff at sister's home
Before he gets evicted from the governor’s mansion Monday, Andrew Cuomo's belongings were trucked down to his sister’s house in Westchester via a pair of U-Haul trucks, The Post has...
The Jets' saving grace amid Carl Lawson injury blow
We’re about to start finding out who the 2021 Jets are.
August's blue 'sturgeon' moon explained, according to ancient wisdom
Earth's satellite reaches a rare milestone on the celestial calendar this weekend with Sunday, Aug. 22's seasonal blue "sturgeon" moon.
What's behind Mets outfielder's massive slump
Dominic Smith’s underwhelming month might be a product of wear-and-tear more than a mechanical or mental glitch.
Only 4% more NYPD workers received COVID vaccine in past month
The number of NYPD employees vaccinated against COVID-19 increased by just 4 percent in the past month, despite a department push and dire warnings about the highly contagious Delta variant.
De Blasio hasn't given workers clear rules on return to office
Just weeks before NYC's expected reopening, white collar workers are waiting for guidance from Mayor Bill de Blasio about returning to the office.
Cop who hid during Parkland school shooting to go on trial
Former Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson, 58, will stand trial on child negligence charges for allegedly cowering outside the school while 17 people were gunned down inside.
Afghan evacuees being held at US airbases after fleeing Kabul
Americans and Afghans who have escaped Kabul on US military flights amid the botched withdrawal are being held in an overcrowded airbase hanger in Qatar as US Border agents work...
'Grace Under Fire' star Brett Butler is broke and 'ashamed to death'
"I've been ashamed," she said. "Almost ashamed to death."
Bill Ackman calls it quits on his giant SPAC days after shareholder lawsuit
Billionaire investor Bill Ackman said he's throwing in the towel on his giant blank-check company -- just days after he was slapped with a shareholder lawsuit that claims it was...
'All hands on deck': Kathy Hochul staffer asked some Cuomo employees to stay on
Incoming governor Kathy Hochul plans to keep a majority of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's staff, since they will “need all hands on deck” when the lieutenant governor takes over Albany.
Gender ideology is a boon to Big Pharma and threat to parental rights
The medical establishment, Big Pharma, the culture industry and government agencies are leading our kids on the road toward “transitioning” — whether parents like it or not.
'Washed' LeBron James fires back after ESPN snub
LeBron James isn't sweating the results of ESPN's offseason survey.
Olive & June start the school year with new fall colors, free mani classes
Whether you are entering into a new year at school or university or just kicking off another fall season at the office post-grad, Olive & June wants to make sure...
So much for a kinder, gentler Taliban
It's not the same Taliban as 20 years ago, we're told. They're smarter, more mature, reformed. They're looking to gain "legitimacy" in the eyes of the world, President Joe Biden...
Vax crackdown: De Blasio may require all school staffers to be jabbed
A crackdown on unvaccinated school teachers and staffers could be imminent, Mayor de Blasio said Friday. Currently, teachers have the option of regular COVID-19 testing instead of vaccination.
Why the blue blood of horseshoe crabs is a critical component of vaccines
Their value to avoiding infection emerged after scientists researching their immune response injected bacteria into horseshoe crabs in the 1950s.
Graham: Biden 'should be impeached' if US and Afghan allies are left for Taliban 'slaughter'
Sen. Lindsey Graham on Friday called for President Biden to be impeached if he fails to rescue every American and Afghan ally from the clutches of the Taliban.
At 60, Peace Corps plots return to world after virus hiatus
More than a year after COVID-19 began sweeping the world, abruptly cutting short her Peace Corps stint, Cameron Beach is once again living in rural Malawi — this time on...
Taiwan, Israel, Japan will get the message behind Biden's neglect of US allies in Afghanistan
Historians aren’t actually sure that Nero caused or neglected a fire that consumed much of ancient Rome. Historians, however much they’d like to, won’t be able to deny that President...
Sri Lanka banks on vaccines to see it through massive surge in COVID cases
The latest coronavirus surge, driven by the highly contagious delta variant, is swamping the Indian Ocean island nation.
Homeless man sues NYC, says he was slashed and stabbed while at hotel shelter
Timothy Paz said he was attacked by another homeless man with a knife on April 3 at Hotel Mela Times Square.
Dozens exposed to bacteria causing contagious disease at 'Coach K's fantasy camp
This was less like a fantasy camp and more like a public relations nightmare.
This 'twerking' cicada sounds like a revved-up motorcycle
A cicada in Japan has gone viral after emitting an ear-splitting sound that evokes a motorcycle getting revved up.
Greek wildfire abates but hundreds of firefighters battle on
The fire near the village of Vilia, about 40 miles from Athens, broke out on Monday, one of hundreds of wildfires that have burned across Greece this month.
Biden's 'inexplicable' disaster and other commentary
Retired colonel: Biden’s ‘Inexplicable’ Disaster “Afghanistan’s Taliban takeover was predictable. How did” President Biden “miss the red flags?” demands Jeff McCausland at NBC News Think. He “received numerous warnings,” including...
Secretary of State Antony Blinken needs to resign
Secretary of State Antony Blinken ought to resign following the US's ill-executed Afghanistan withdrawal and allowing thousands of Americans and allies to be stranded by the Taliban, Josh Hammer writes.
R. Kelly had 'rules' to control nearly everything girls did, ex-assistant testifies
R. Kelly had a list of "Rob's rules" that dictated what his young girlfriends could only do — and were forbidden from leaving certain rooms in his Chicago mansion, his...
Joe Biden has permanently destroyed his own credibility
Joe Biden did to himself what his opponents couldn’t — shredded his own credibility in a high-profile, hugely consequential matter that won’t be forgotten. No memos from the desk of...
Woman critical after her Amish buggy hit by pickup truck upstate
An Amish woman was thrown from her horse-drawn buggy in Upstate New York and left in critical condition when a pick-up truck slammed into the back of it, state police...
Taliban seizing Afghan-American’s US passports outside Kabul airport
Scenes of chaos and calamity continue to unfold near Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, as thousands of embattled Afghans purport to push through Taliban barricades and escape.
Fed 'actively working' on US digital currency, official says
Dallas Federal Reserve President Robert Kaplan said on Friday he could see the US central bank eventually issuing its own digital currency, calling it the "last mile" in a digitalization...
19-year NYPD vet dies of COVID, marking dept.'s 60th death from virus
A 19-year veteran of the NYPD has died from complications of the coronavirus — the 60th member of the police department to succumb to COVID-19. Police Officer Sony Clerge, who was...
Bin Laden warned in 2010 letter that Biden would 'lead US into crisis'
Osama bin Laden once warned al Qaeda not to target Joe Biden because he believed that his inheriting the presidency if something were to happen to Barack Obama would "lead...
Rider stabs fellow straphanger in head during dispute on NYC train in disturbing scene
Once the train pulled into the station, the suspect got off and knifed the victim in the left temple.
NYPD identifies 'person of interest' in death of hooker found in barrel
NYPD detectives have identified a 25-year-old gang member as a person of interest in the death of the "high-end'' hooker whose naked body was stuffed into a barrel.
NYC public schools mandate vaccination for high-risk sports
The city is mandating COVID-19 vaccines for all high-risk public school sports players and coaches.
Biden contradicted by Pentagon on claims al Qaeda 'gone' and Taliban letting Americans reach Kabul airport
Biden, speaking for only the second time about Afghanistan since the Taliban seized Kabul on Sunday, made an attempt to put a positive spin on what's widely seen as a...
FBI finds little evidence Capitol siege was organized plot
The FBI has found little evidence that the Jan 6. Capitol siege was an organized plot by far-right groups or Trump supporters to overturn the presidential election, a new reports...
Mets claim pitcher off waivers – and give shaky deGrom update in the process
The Mets are claiming pitcher Heath Hembree off waivers – and moved ace Jacob DeGrom to the 60-day IL.
'He wants to silence us': Judge favored abusive men in custody cases, lawsuit claims
An upstate domestic violence survivor has accused a family court judge of violating her rights by awarding custody of her teen son to her abusive ex — and she claims...
You can buy Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka's Harlem brownstone for $7.3M
Harris, 48, purchased the 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom, 2-powder-room home in 2013 for almost $3.6 million after a very public search.
'Such an unusual case': Woman accidentally strangled self with pajamas
A British woman accidentally strangled herself to death with her own pajamas in what the coroner described as one of the most "unusual" cases he has ever seen.
In COVID hangover, as more around world get vaccinated, fewer give blood
A number of countries don't allow people who have just been vaccinated to give blood, as well as banning those in recovery from coronavirus. With others simply staying home as...
Cuomo-aligned PR firm must face audit over 'ludicrous' state contracts, lawmaker says
As Gov. Andrew Cuomo packs up and moves out of the Executive Mansion, a New York lawmaker is calling for an investigation into "ludicrous" state contracts given to a public...
The dog days of summer: Post's week in photos
Heat waves and humidity continue as summer nears its end in NYC.
Bullet pierces glass at Harry Potter flagship store in NYC
A bullet pierced the glass of the Harry Potter flagship store in Manhattan early Friday, cops said.
Raiders lose three front office members under sketchy circumstances
Something is amiss with the Raiders and now, three executives have left the team.
Angelina Jolie joins Instagram to aid Afghan teen 'fighting for human rights'
"So I've come on Instagram to share their stories and the voices of those across the globe who are fighting for their basic human rights," the Oscar winner wrote.
T-Mobile data breach affects additional 5.3M customers
T-Mobile said an ongoing investigation into a data breach revealed that hackers accessed personal information of an additional 5.3 million customers.
Woman rescued on almost empty mercy plane says Afghan mom begged her to take baby
Kaisa Markhus said it took her four days to get through Taliban checkpoints and a scrum of thousands outside Kabul airport before she was finally able to board a military...
Ralph Lauren, HBO want Russian supermodel's $20M lawsuit tossed
Anastassia Khozissova claimed in a lawsuit that while she stopped modeling for Ralph Lauren, the company kept using her photos -- which were featured in HBO documentary “Very Ralph."
Topps deal to go public scrapped after MLB ends 70-year-old trading card deal
A deal to take the Topps Co. public has been scrapped after Major League Baseball said it won't renew its exclusive, 70-year-old relationship with the trading-card company. On Friday --...
Putin says outside forces shouldn't impose 'someone else's values' on Afghanistan
Russian President Vladimir Putin is calling for an end to “the irresponsible policy of imposing someone else's values from the outside” in Afghanistan.
Boy, 5, tragically falls to death from UK hotel after escaping Afghanistan
5-year-old Mohammed Munib Majeedi, whose dad had worked at the British embassy in Kabul, plunged to his death at the OYO Sheffield Metropolitan hotel in London, England.
Baker Mayfield says he and Daniel Jones are 'great' — despite trashing him in GQ
Daniel Jones and Baker Mayfield are spending two days playing quarterback for their respective teams on the same field during joint practices.
Most US employees favor workplace COVID vaccine mandates, poll finds
Gallup said that as of late July, 66 percent of all US workers reported they had been fully or partially vaccinated.
Kamala resurfaces: VP heads to Asia after staying quiet amid Afghanistan chaos
As large crowds swarm Kabul airport to flee the Taliban, Vice President Kamala Harris is embarking on a trip to Asia with stops in Singapore and Vietnam — ironically, the...
Drive-thru: Wild video shows out-of-control car launch into Wendy's
A New Jersey driver lost control of their car, causing it to launch through the air and crash into a Wendy's, as seen in this wild video.
'Jeopardy!' in jeopardy? What's next with host Mike Richards gone
When fans said "Jeopardy!" would never be the same without Alex Trebek, this isn't what they had in mind.
Google 'founder' admits he created revenge site against estranged wife
Inside the nasty split between Google's billionaire coder and his scorned engineer wife — complete with hidden money and an online revenge campaign.
'Miracles happen': Mom of two newborn sons conceived twice in one week
Kimberley Tripp, 35, was blessed with one more baby than she bargained for when she gave birth to twin sons who were conceived days apart.
Maggie Q talks nearly back-breaking performance in 'The Protégé'
The "Nikita" actress opens up about playing an agile assassin after having serious spine surgery.
Cuomo lawyer grouses about AG James' sex harass probe, won't take questions
Rita Glavin, Cuomo's personal attorney, held a Zoom conference call with reporters to say she plans to release a rebuttal to the investigation's damning findings.
Tight squeeze: Massive ship that got stuck in Suez Canal tries to sail through again
Ever Given — which caused a six-day nautical traffic jam when it became lodged diagonally in the canal — was eventually pulled out in March by a flotilla of 10...
America's most important men's soccer player tests positive for COVID
COVID-19 has knocked the American soccer star from Chelsea's Premier League match against Arsenal on Sunday.
World leaders out of excuses on climate change, Thunberg, youth activists say
In the first index of its kind, published on Friday, UN children's agency UNICEF found that almost all the world's 2.2 billion children are exposed to at least one climate...
UN Women hopes $40 billion will accelerate gender equality
At the Paris forum, UN Women said governments and public sector institutions made $21 billion in commitments to gender equality programs, the private sector made $13 billion, philanthropies $4.5 billion,...
Taiwan policy hasn't changed despite Biden comment on defending the island: official
US relations with Taiwan have been unofficial since switching diplomatic recognition to Beijing in 1979.
Palantir’s billionaire CEO gives hermit $180K to rebuild cabin
Palantir, CEO Alex Karp donated $180K to a former hermit in New Hampshire so he can rebuild his cabin, which burned down amid a property dispute earlier this month --...
Le Creuset Factory to Table Sale: Up to 50% off Dutch ovens, skillets, more
The Factory to Table sale is the best way to stock up on kitchen essentials, from their famous Dutch ovens in a rainbow of colors to their saucepans, frying pans,...
HIV cases climb in Kentucky city, more screenings offered
The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness also urged local health care providers on Thursday to start conducting HIV testing as a routine part of medical care.
Biden delays Delaware R&R amid Afghanistan evacuation turmoil
President Joe Biden has delayed plans to relax at his home in Delaware, as US and Afghan citizens remain stranded in Kabul amid the Taliban takeover.
Japan aims to bring back soil samples from Mars moon by 2029
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency plans to launch an explorer in 2024 to land on the Martian moon Phobos to collect 0.35 ounce of soil and bring it back to...
Bob Costas nearing agreement for big MLB playoff hosting gig
Bob Costas and TBS are working toward an agreement that would see him host the network’s marquee MLB event.
Bystander killed in Brooklyn was health care worker on her way home: police sources
The 54-year-old victim was caught in the path of gunfire erupting on the block when she was blasted in the chest on St. Johns Place around 8:30 p.m.
Take up to 50% off the MLB Le Creuset Collection: Yankees, Cubs, more
Cook with the Yankees, Cubs, Red Sox or Dodgers in the limited-edition MLB-branded Le Creuset cookware which is now on sale for up to 50% off at Sur La Table.
Sleep better with the Amazon bestseller Beckham pillows on sale for 15% off
Sleep well at night with these bestselling pillows, now 15% off on Amazon.
US evacuates 3,000 from Afghanistan — but some planes still taking off empty
The US evacuated about 3,000 people from the Kabul airport Thursday, according to a White House official — but some military planes have been forced to leave almost empty as...
Southern California officials declare water supply alert
The Los Angeles Times reports that the board of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California took the step Tuesday, hoping to lessen the need for more severe actions such...
Save 15% off this essential Kickstarter-funded knife sharpener
Get right to the point and make sure your knives stay sharp with this high-quality sharpener for 15% off.
COVID outbreak shutters entire police department in Midwest
A COVID-19 outbreak has infected every member of the police department in Venice, Illinois, Mayor Tyrone Echols said.
Afghan journalist attempts to flee Taliban, describes efforts over gunfire
The journalist's voice, sometimes breaking, was often difficult to hear over the sound of gunfire. Fox News is concealing her identity to protect her from the Taliban.
Why UFC star feels 'disrespected' ahead of huge fight
The "people’s main event" Saturday is a flyweight showdown with potential title implications between Brandon Royval and Alexandre Pantoja.
Woolworth $79M penthouse in NYC boasts private elevator and luxury views
Sitting on top of the world indeed! The Woolworth Pinnacle Penthouse awaits a buyer with vision and $79 million. The five-floor spire located 727 feet in the sky is at...
Kyle Rittenhouse dreamed about shooting people days before Kenosha: video
Prosecutors want to use a video at trial that caught Kyle Rittenhouse fantasizing about gunning down a man just 15 days before he shot three protesters in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
Sea snakes attacking humans are just 'highly aroused,' scientists say
Sea snake "attacks" "result from mistaken identity during sexual interactions," according to researchers, who suggest that, if confronted, divers should just stay still. In other words, don't play hard to...
Disgruntled Patriots receiver didn't help his trade case last night
This isn't going to help disgruntled Patriots receiver N'Keal Harry's trade value.
Taliban has billions in US weapons, including Black Hawks and up to 600K rifles
The US gave the Afghan military an estimated $28 billion in weaponry between 2002 and 2017 and "everything that hasn't been destroyed is the Taliban's now," one US official told...
Hearst Estate in LA finally sells for $47M after a $148M price cut
Chandeliers and sconces are not included in the $47 million sale.
'Time for us to help them': Kathy Hochul says NY will welcome Afghan refugees
Kathy Hochul, who will soon succeed disgraced Gov. Andrew Cuomo, said Wednesday that the "arms of the Statue of Liberty are open wide" for refugees fleeing after the Taliban takeover...
OnlyFans creators feel screwed over by 'sexually explicit content' ban
"I’m beyond disappointed in OnlyFans' decision — angry and betrayed would be a more accurate description," said Courtney Tillia, who makes between $20,000 to $100,000 monthly on OnlyFans.
2 killed and 4 injured in overnight NYC shootings
A 54-year-old woman was blasted in the chest on a sidewalk on St. Johns Place near Rochester Avenue in Crown Heights, and a 50-year-old man was shot in his car...
James Holzhauer quick to comment on Mike Richards’ ‘Jeopardy!’ exit
His post came soon after the embattled Richards, 46, abandoned his new job in the wake of past sexist comments he'd made.
Rubbing it in: Taliban fighters pose as US special forces in mocking videos
Images of the fighters have emerged amid a report that billions of dollars of American weapons have fallen into the hands of the Taliban after the collapse of Afghan security...
Sydney lockdown extended, masks required outside
New South Wales state, which includes Sydney, reported 642 locally acquired infections in the latest 24-hour period, the fourth consecutive day of tallies exceeding 600.
Royal sendoff: Rangers immediately retire Henrik Lundqvist's number
Almost immediately after Henrik Lundqvist announced his retirement, the Rangers made an announcement of their own that will no doubt leave their fanbase feeling emotional and thrilled. The Blueshirts plan...
'Jimmy Carter on acid': Meghan McCain rips Biden over Afghanistan
After comparing the current president to a former Democratic commander-in-chief on a hallucinogenic drug, McCain said she was "physically ill" due to the disturbing fallout from the president's chaotic withdrawal of...
Eagles QB pulled from field, sent to hospital minutes before game starts
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was sent to the hospital shortly after kickoff against the Patriots Thursday night.
Kaepernick ranked higher than half of NFL QBs in 'Madden 22' — despite not taking a snap since 2016
Colin Kaepernick has not played an NFL game since the 2016 season, but "Madden" is clearly still high on his ability.
Cut for grime: ABC accused of removing unflattering parts of Biden interview
ABC is being called out for editing out portions of President Biden's interview on the deadly chaos in Afghanistan where he made gaffes about his son Beau -- the network...
Grisly moment cops discover Wall Street escort's body stuffed in barrel
Footage has emerged of the gruesome moment police found the naked body of Nicole Flanagan, an escort stuffed into a 55-gallon barrel that was dumped in New Jersey.
What is a quitter? Mike Richards steps down as 'Jeopardy!' host
"[Sony Pictures Television] will now resume the search for a permanent syndicated host," Richards, 46, revealed in the resignation letter.
Fans are convinced Destiny's Child is hinting at a reunion
"Manifesting a destiny’s child reunion," wrote one supporter on Twitter after the trio changed their social media header photos.
Speedsters to add for fantasy baseball season's final push
As the month of August comes to a close, fantasy baseball owners are preparing for that final push toward the championship.
Why Cubs are smart play in this one
The Royals are at Wrigley, and I haven’t been this excited since the U.S. women won the bronze medal game at the Olympics.
'Big Brother' reports 9 COVID-19 infections — but the show must go on
When it comes to reality TV, production doesn't stop — global pandemic be damned.
Unvaccinated husband of Republican lawmaker dies from COVID-19
State Rep. Sara Walsh, a Republican from Ashland, announced on Twitter Thursday that her husband, Steve Walsh, 63, had succumbed to the virus after they were diagnosed in early August.
Cuomo packs it up: Moving trucks spotted outside Gov. mansion
Moving trucks have been spotted outside New York's Executive Mansion just three days before disgraced Gov. Andrew Cuomo has to be out.
'I am at peace': Rangers legend Henrik Lundqvist is retiring
Henrik Lundqvist is retiring at age 39 after 15 NHL seasons with the Rangers.
How Aaliyah’s ‘One in a Million’ music changed lives 20 years after tragic death
Her iconic album "One in a Million" is now available on streaming platforms for the first time as of Friday, skyrocketing her into trending Twitter status two decades after her...
BTS cancels world tour due to COVID-19 concerns as #FanArmy mourns loss
BTS has officially canceled their Map of the Soul world tour, Big Hit Music has confirmed -- joining the likes of Garth Brooks and Nine Inch Nails, who cancelled their...
'Physical work will be a choice': Elon Musk unveils humanoid 'Tesla bot'
The mega-billionaire tech entrepreneur said a prototype of the 5 ft. 8 in., 125-pound robot could be ready as soon as next year.
Apple pushes back plans to return to corporate offices amid COVID surge
Apple told employees that it's delaying the return to its corporate offices to January at the earliest due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, according to a memo that was...
Another tennis superstar pulls out of US Open
Rafael Nadal pulled out of the U.S. Open on Friday and said he will not play tennis again this year.
Heartbreaking image shows the moment a crying baby is handed over to a US soldier in Kabul
An extraordinary photo shows the heartbreaking moment a wailing baby was handed over to an American soldier at the Kabul airport, where desperate Afghans have been trying to flee from...
Taliban reportedly carrying out door-to-door manhunt to round up old foes
Since toppling the Afghan government, the Taliban have declared an “amnesty” and sought to present a more moderate face to the world. But an intelligence report finds the militants are...
Horrifying video purportedly shows Taliban execute Afghan police chief
Disturbing footage has emerged of an Afghan police chief being executed by the Taliban — after he surrendered to the militants, according to reports.
National forests closed as California wildfires surge
Millions of acres of national forest in Northern California are being closed because of dangerous fire conditions that already have sent a score of blazes raging through the area and...
Popular Butler University student killed in drive-by shooting
A popular Butler University student died Thursday after he was wounded in a drive-by shooting in Maryland over the weekend, a report and his family said.
Mets infielder will need to keep hitting to remain in lineup
J.D. Davis likely will need to keep his bat productive to remain in the Mets’ lineup regularly in what soon could become a logjam of position players once middle infielders...
Federal judge temporarily blocks governor's mask mandate
Judge William Bertelsman put a halt on Kentuck Governor Andy Beshear's mask mandate on Thursday, granting a group of Catholic school parents who had challenged the governor's order victory over...
More than 3K fake COVID vaccine cards seized at US airport
Officials say fake vaccination cards shipped in from China throughout the week were seized at Anchorage International Airport.
Mets completely overmatched by Dodgers
LOS ANGELES — Business as usual returned for the Mets on Thursday. That meant keeping their bats under protective glass bearing the message “do not break, even in the case...
Rep. Kinzinger rips fellow GOPer's 'evil' statement on Capitol bomb threat
Following Floyd Ray Roseberry's standoff near the US Capitol, Illinois congressman Adam Kinzinger slammed Congressman Mo Brooks' statement on the situation.
What imminent return of two stars means for Mets' infield
LOS ANGELES — As Francisco Lindor and Javier Baez approach their returns from the injured list, the Mets already are planning accordingly. The duo worked out Thursday before the Mets'...
Tropical Storm Henri could threaten parts of tri-state area with wind, rain
A tropical storm that is churning over the Atlantic Ocean could threaten parts of the tri-state area with wind and rain towards the end of the weekend, forecasters said.