September 22, 2020
Trump slams Biden on fracking and trade at Pennsylvania rally
President Trump on Tuesday slammed Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden for changing his positions on fracking and trade during a rally in swing-state Pennsylvania. Trump told a Pittsburgh crowd that...
Gerrit Cole has Yankees dreaming of playoff possibilities
BUFFALO — Ten straight wins begat two straight losses, bad ones, and surely part of you feared the Yankees were headed straight back into the tailspin from whence they came....
Cult leader claiming to be reincarnation of Jesus arrested in Russia
A cult leader who bills himself as the reincarnation of Jesus has reportedly been arrested in Russia. Sergei Torop, 59, will face charges for organizing an illegal religion and extorting...
Yankees get back on track with dominant win
Gerrit Cole is the guy you can’t take your eyes off when he has the ball in his hand on the mound. You can hear him thinking about executing a...
Seth Lugo bounces back as Mets keep slim playoff hopes alive
The debate over whether Seth Lugo belongs in the rotation or bullpen will likely continue until the right-hander develops the kind of consistency in his newest role that he displayed...
These areas account for 20 percent of NYC’s positive coronavirus cases
Six Big Apple neighborhoods now account for 20 percent of all coronavirus cases citywide — part of a local surge in the global pandemic that includes a stretch of southern...
3 reasons NYC is stuck with de Blasio's unbelievable incompetence: Goodwin
With his refusal to crack down on crime and inability to get schools and restaurants fully opened, Mayor Bill de Blasio has reached new depths of incompetence at exactly the...
National Society of Professional Journalists elects first-ever Latina president
The national Society of Professional Journalists has elected its first-ever Latina president following a contentious race. Rebecca Aguilar, a seven-time Emmy Award-winning TV reporter out of Dallas, is the new...
Devonta Freeman 'turned down more money' to join Giants
The Giants may have lost their All-Pro running back, but now they have a two-time Pro Bowler to replace him. With Saquon Barkley out for the season with a torn...
Wilpons suddenly open to selling SNY after Mets deal
The Wilpon family is open to selling the SNY cable television station after they finish selling the Mets, sources close to the situation said. They would like the buyer of...
Store operators outraged at Subway's COVID-19 demands
After getting kudos for its early response to the coronavirus, Subway Restaurants is now being blasted by store operators for demanding that they return to business as usual despite still-sagging...
What Joe Judge did for Saquon Barkley stunned former Giants
It is not his job to help a fallen player off the field. Yet there was Joe Judge, springing to action, supporting Saquon Barkley on the left side as assistant...
Trump takes a shot at Biden over alleged plastic surgery
President Trump on Tuesday mocked Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden for allegedly getting plastic surgery — and then covering it up with a mask. “I mean, honestly, what the hell...
Tibetan group says it uncovered ties between NYPD cop, Chinese consulate in 2019
A Tibetan group based in Queens claimed Tuesday to have uncovered ties between an NYPD cop and the Chinese consulate more than 18 months before he was busted by the...
Doing its doody: MTA to officially ban subway pooping
The only No. 2 allowed on the MTA is the train line. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority's board is slated to formally ban defecating on its subways, buses and transit facilities...
Nets face stiff competition to bring back Joe Harris
Joe Harris wants to return to Brooklyn. The Nets — from general manager Sean Marks to new coach Steve Nash — want the same thing. Making it happen is another...
Mike Pence's plane forced to return to New Hampshire airport after striking bird
Vice President Mike Pence’s plane was forced to return to a New Hampshire airport on Tuesday night soon after takeoff because it struck a bird, the White House said. Pence...
Tish James' endless anti-Trump suits betray the AG's mission
As the chief legal officers of our states, attorneys general possess a tremendous power to shape public opinion and make official decisions that can affect the outcomes of cases. Regardless...
Coast Guard filmed making harrowing rescue of boaters from capsized vessel
A US Coast Guard crew was filmed making a harrowing rescue of seven boaters, including a pregnant woman, who had capsized their vessel in Tampa Bay last weekend. The seven...
Nancy Pelosi unveils details of stimulus deal to avoid government shutdown
The House on Tuesday night adopted a bill to avoid a partial government shutdown before the Nov. 3 election. The short-term spending plan -- detailed earlier Tuesday by House Speaker...
John McCain's widow Cindy endorses Biden for president
Cindy McCain, the widow of former Republican Senator John McCain, said in a statement Tuesday that she will back Joe Biden for president. In the statement released on Twitter, Cindy...
Japanese factory unveils real-life colossal 'Gundam' anime robot
It stands 59 feet tall.
Vogue.com promotes Chioma Nnadi to editor position
Vogue.com has promoted fashion news director Chioma Nnadi, the fashion website's news director, to the editor's job -- marking her the third person to hold the top job in less...
Chicago Bulls hire Billy Donovan as head coach
CHICAGO — The Chicago Bulls hired Billy Donovan as their coach Tuesday, landing one of the top candidates on the market to lead a rebuilding team with an overhauled front...
Israel's next peace deal will be with Sudan
On the heels of the historic peace accords Israel signed last week with Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, another regional deal is now possible. Sudan, once a terror safe...
Nikola founder Trevor Milton deletes Twitter account amid fraud claims
Nikola founder Trevor Milton has not only walked away from his electric truck company, he's abandoned his Twitter account as well. The former chief executive of the Tesla challenger —...
What a gift: Russia offers UN staff free virus vaccines
MOSCOW — What do you do when Vladimir Putin offers you Russia’s new coronavirus vaccine, for free? United Nations staff in New York and around the world are now facing...
Nike profit, revenue boosted by China demand and online sales
Nike comfortably beat analysts' estimates for quarterly revenue and profit on Tuesday, powered by a rebound in demand in China and strong online sales, sending its shares up about 9...
The de Blasio-Carranza 'diversity' drive isn't just wrong, it looks corrupt, too
"Never waste a good crisis to transform a system,” Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza said at the height of the pandemic. As a member of the Queens District 28 Community Education...
A-train derailer latest case of NYC's system failing to protect the public
Demetrius Harvard was reportedly “smiling” as that Manhattan A-train flew off the rails Sunday morning, sideswiping at least 10 steel beams and tearing a huge chunk of metal off one...
Why does Cuomo's team keep screwing up on pandemic unemployment benefits?
Maybe Gov. Andrew Cuomo just doesn’t want New Yorkers to get President Trump’s jobless benefits. The state’s lame excuses for its failure to ensure those payments actually reach people who...
NYC needs the Industry City rezoning — a pandemic is no time for 'Amazon 2'
If the City Council goes ahead with business as usual, it will soon kill the Industry City rezoning in Brooklyn — and so sacrifice 20,000 new jobs at a time...
Yankees making Gerrit Cole move that Aaron Boone doesn't 'love'
Aaron Boone isn’t wild about pitchers having personal catchers, but the Yankees manager can be flexible when the battery clicks. So barring a change of mind or an injury, backup...
Louisville cop at Breonna Taylor raid defends actions, slams protesting 'thugs'
One of the Louisville, Ky., police officers involved in the botched raid that led to the killing of Breonna Taylor defended his actions and slammed protester as "thugs" in an...
Trump says 200,000 COVID-19 deaths in US is a 'horrible thing'
President Trump on Tuesday said that it's a "horrible thing" and "a shame" that the US passed 200,000 COVID-19 deaths. "It's a shame," Trump told reporters on the White House...
This RJ Barrett snub makes no sense
For the last week, RJ Barrett has partnered during the Knicks’ “individual” workouts with new assistant coach Johnnie Bryant. Under the initial stage of the “Delete 8’’ OTAs at the...
Elon Musk says Tesla will sell a $25,000 car by 2023, stock falls
There's a $25,000 Tesla not too far down the road, Elon Musk announced Tuesday. "Three years from now, we're confident we can create a really compelling $25,000 vehicle that is...
Banker claims she was fired after she caught her boss masturbating
A junior analyst at an investment bank was regularly harassed by her sex-obsessed boss -- and was fired shortly after she caught him masturbating in a conference room, according to...
‘Kind of f—ked’: Anarchists on DOJ labeling NYC an ‘anarchist jurisdiction’
Among those who don't take kindly to the Department of Justice labeling New York City an "anarchist jurisdiction" are, well ... anarchists. Proud members of the lawlessness-and-disorder set have pushed...
Jets' never-ending rebuild is a nightmare
The Jets have a clock management problem. No, it’s not about how they are managing the last two minutes of the half in their games. Not much has been happening...
Beta weakens to tropical depression, but batters Texas with heavy flooding
Beta, which made landfall late Monday as a tropical storm just north of Port O’Connor, is the first storm named for a Greek letter to make landfall in the continental...
Man has kept Richard Nixon's half-eaten sandwich for 60 years
Steve Jenne has kept Nixon's half-eaten barbecue buffalo sandwich since Sept., 22, 1960.
Brooklyn Bridge marriage proposal goes viral for the wrong reason
They certainly got the full Brooklyn Bridge experience. A video of a Bronx man's marriage proposal on the bridge's iconic promenade went from a romantic movie to a disaster flick...
NFL punishes more coaches for mask violation: 'I've had the virus'
Mask up or pay up, NFL coaches. The league on Tuesday fined the New Orleans Saints’ Sean Payton and Las Vegas Raiders’ Jon Gruden $100,000 apiece for not following the...
Wild video shows moment shots are fired into NYC car dealership with kids inside
Terrifying video shows the moment a gunman fires into a Bronx car dealership — forcing three little kids to hit the floor. Workers and customers — including a man and...
Skip Bayless nearing raise to $6 million after Dak Prescott controversy
Skip Bayless isn't going anywhere. Following his widely rebuked declaration that he felt "no sympathy" for Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott disclosing his battle with depression, the "Undisputed" host is in line...
Playboy in exclusive talks with Mountain Crest on IPO bid
Playboy Enterprises is in exclusive talks with Mountain Crest Acquisition Corp. a blank check company headed by Chinese national Suying Liu, that would enable the once-iconic brand to return as...
Amputee pro athlete sues New York gym for refusing to return her equipment
Below-knee amputee Amy Palmiero-Winters — who won a 2010 ESPY Award declaring her the world's top female athlete with a disability — is suing her gym after they refused to...
Below the Bible belt: Rev. allegedly sent female pastor penis pics
A reverend propositioned a female pastor to be his mistress, sent her penis pics and once said he wanted “a blowjob from a cute pastor like [her],” new court papers...
Clinton reportedly met secretly with Ghislaine Maxwell for 'intimate dinner'
Bill Clinton secretly met socialite-turned-accused sex-trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell for an "intimate" dinner in 2014 — well after allegations that she and perv pal Jeffrey Epstein had abused at least one...
Vanessa Bryant sues LA sheriff over graphic helicopter crash photos
Kobe Bryant's widow is suing the Los Angeles County sheriff, claiming that deputies shared graphic photos of the helicopter crash that killed Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, their 13-year-old daughter and...
No lessons learned from 2016 and other commentary
Eye on 2020: No Lessons Learned From 2016 “Americans aren’t just fleeing liberal strongholds like California, Chicago and New York in droves. We are moving politically, too,” writes Bridget Phetasy...
'Filthy Rich' star Steve Harris breaks down new Fox series
The pulpy Southern Gothic drama follows the wealthy Monreaux family, who own a Christian TV empire called Sunshine Network
Teen accused of killing Barnard student confessed to dad on recorded line
The 15-year-old charged with fatally stabbing Barnard student Tessa Majors during a park mugging was caught on a wiretap confessing to his jailed dad, sources told The Post Tuesday --...
Trump will take executive action to protect preexisting conditions, Pence says
WASHINGTON -- President Trump will take executive action "in the weeks ahead" to protect Americans with pre-existing conditions as his administration tries to kill ObamaCare in the Supreme Court, Vice...
First human clinical trials involving a bionic eye set to begin
The first human clinical trials involving a bionic eye are set to begin in Australia, researchers say. The “revolutionary’’ device — which includes glasses fitted with a video camera and...
NYC students who need reading tutors may be out of luck this year
Go Pass, the DOE-run background check service that screens all volunteers, requires the unpaid workers to get fingerprinted at their Brooklyn facility but is yet to come up with a...
Kevin Durant: 'You can't blame' NBA players for bubble bedroom violation
Kevin Durant feels Danuel House's pain. Speaking on "The Joe Budden Podcast" over the weekend, Durant was asked about the Houston swingman's reported bedroom visit from a female COVID-19 testing...
You can register to vote at Saks
Saks Fifth Avenue is styling the vote.
Giants fans don't want to hear this
Asking for, and expecting, patience is, well, B.S. in so many ways. Fans have had enough, rightly so. No one made it a fact of football life that the New...
Top Brooklyn lawmakers oppose Industry City project despite need for jobs
Top Brooklyn lawmakers Tuesday urged the City Council and Mayor Bill de Blasio to scuttle the massive jobs-producing Industry City rezoning project in Sunset Park -- despite the Big Apple...
How summer of controversy impacted 'Ellen' premiere's ratings
Ellen is winnin'.
Substitute teacher shortages loom as the school year begins
A substitute teacher shortage is looming in some school districts already grappling with the complicated logistics of returning to the classroom during the coronavirus pandemic. A number of schools throughout...
$100K Florida home covered in Budweiser cans sparks bidding war
There aren't 99 bottles of beer on these walls, but there are thousands upon thousands of cans.
Teachers sue CUNY over poor air-filtration at 'brick prison' high school
Teachers at a CUNY high school nicknamed the “brick prison” say the school hasn’t made good on its promise to install an air filtration system that’s effective against the coronavirus...
Subway door flings wide open as train crosses Manhattan Bridge
Stand clear of the open door!
What woman accused of mailing ricin-laced letter to Trump said in note
The Canadian woman accused of sending President Trump a ricin-laced envelope also penned a threatening letter telling him to “give up and remove your application for this election,” according to...
Scooter crash sends shoe flipping through the air
Watch out! A man narrowly survived a scooter crash after skidding into an oncoming vehicle at an intersection. Watch the shoe-flipping collision, in Hangzhou, China, that left the moped rider...
Stars and barred: Party City store ordered to stop selling Confederate costume
Costume and party supplies store Party City ordered one of its franchises to pull a kids' Confederate soldier costume from its shelves after facing backlash about the outfit being racist....
NBCUniversal chief plans revamp, set to focus on streaming
NBCUniversal, which owns cable networks like Bravo, E!, USA and Syfy, is reportedly overhauling its entertainment division to focus on video streaming. The rise of cord cutting and the coronavirus...
NYC restaurant industry plans march on Gov. Andrew Cuomo's Manhattan office
Fed-up New York City restaurant owners and workers are planning to march on Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Manhattan headquarters next week to protest what they call lethal COVID-19 restrictions on the...
15 headstones vandalized at historic black cemetery in Texas
The defaced headstones at Evergreen Cemetery – established in 1926 as the city’s first major municipal graveyard dedicated to black residents – were covered in blue spray-paint.
Woman charged with chucking bottle, yelling N-word at jogger held on bail
The woman charged with chucking a glass bottle and yelling a racial epithet at a jogger in Queens last month was held on $2,500 bail Tuesday. Lorena Delaguna was caught...
Brute who slugged elderly victim allegedly yelled 'that's what I do' during attack
A brute barked “That’s what I do” as he randomly delivered the blow that left a 77-year-old in Manhattan in need of brain surgery, the man’s wife said Tuesday. “I’m...
Accused 'spy' cop for China raised suspicions at party attended by AOC
A former president of the Tibetan Community of NY & NJ said the group became suspicious of Officer Baimadajie Angwang, 33, and "cut off the relationship" with him.
Adam Silver gives his 'best guess' when next NBA season will start
NBA commissioner Adam Silver confirmed the earliest the NBA will consider starting next season is January and still hopes to stuff in an 82-game slate. Under normal times, NBA training...
John Boehner reveals wild front cover of new tell-all book
Former House Speaker John Boehner is the latest Washington DC luminary with a tell-all book deal — and the cover art alone is worth the purchase price.
Mets rivals favor Dominic Smith over Pete Alonso in complicated debate: Sherman
Pete Alonso or Dominic Smith. Who you got? The Mets can and probably will keep both, especially if the NL goes to a designated hitter permanently or the Mets willingly...
Burned-out NYC moms prepare for weekend away from kids, COVID-19
Mommy needs a break.
NASA finds parts of another asteroid on asteroid Bennu
NASA has discovered something peculiar on the asteroid Bennu — bits of another asteroid. In a statement posted to its website, the government space agency said parts of the asteroid...
Florida man sues dating site over refund after doctor ordered him to stay home
An 86-year-old Florida man who paid a dating service nearly $5,000 couldn’t get a refund despite letters from doctors ordering him to stay home amid the coronavirus pandemic, a lawsuit...
A's vs. Dodgers has right pitching recipe to go Over
The Oakland Athletics have been superb with their pitching in 2020 but have seen Frankie Montas become a weak link. Montas will try to recapture his prime form on Tuesday...
Notre Dame's coronavirus outbreak halts promising season
Notre Dame is joining the postponement parade. Its game against Wake Forest was postponed on Tuesday after seven players tested positive for COVID-19. First, practice on Tuesday was canceled. Later,...
Fire alarm forces Brooklyn teachers to abandon their remote classes
Now that's alarming. The troubled start of the COVID-19-wracked school year got even wilder for teachers at a Sunset Park school, when they had to temporarily abandon their remote classes...
National Weather Service radar picks up huge bat colony in skies over Phoenix
The official start of fall may be Tuesday, but forecasters in Arizona recently spotted a sight in the sky more fit for Halloween. The National Weather Service (NWS) forecast office...
Celtics star explains why locker-room blowup 'needed to happen'
Marcus Smart says the Boston Celtics’ blowup in the locker room earlier in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals has made the team mature and come together. He also admits it...
'Dynamite' week: BTS sets 'Tonight Show' residency, 'Tiny Desk' record
The weeklong visit with Jimmy Fallon kicks off Monday, Sept. 28.
Cuckoo battle over birdhouses allegedly prompts 'serial-killer notes'
“Cluck you!” “No, cluck you!” It’s all-out war on the Upper East Side over some birdhouses that residents painted and hung on city trees to decorate their street amid COVID-19,...
'Profiles in cowardice': WH attacks 'fired' pandemic aide Olivia Troye
The White House on Tuesday unloaded on former coronavirus task force staffer Olivia Troye, saying the recently declared opponent of President Trump was "fired" after "complaining" about her workload. Speaking...
Spy games: China responds to allegations it had agent inside NYPD
Federal charges against an NYPD officer accused of spying on behalf of China are “pure fabrication," the Communist nation claimed Tuesday. “The relevant accusations made by the U.S. side are...
Topics for first presidential debate revealed
Fox News' Chris Wallace, the moderator for the first debate between President Trump and Joe Biden, announced the topics for next week's event in Cleveland, according to the Commission on...
Obama says ousting Trump is about 'whether or not our democracy endures'
Former President Barack Obama urged Americans on Tuesday to vote for his former veep, Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden, saying democracy was "at stake." In a video posted to the...
Anthropologie takes extra 50 percent off clearance items
Anthropologie is back with more fashion deals just in time for fall. Known for its chic and trendy apparel, it is featuring some markdowns that you don't want to miss....
Top MLB prospect involved in crash that killed 3
A top prospect of the Pittsburgh Pirates was a driver Monday in an accident that killed three people, according to a report out of the Dominican Republic. Shortstop Oneil Cruz,...
Backcountry takes up to 60 percent off winter clothing for new sale
Cooler weather is finally here and we know you're starting to stock up on all your winter essentials. But if you've been struggling to find all the items you need, then...
University of California admitted students based on donor links, audit finds
42 candidates got into UC Berkeley based off their links to donors and staff, according to the audit, which scrutinized admissions practices at Berkeley, UCLA, UC San Diego and UC...
Bloomberg dishes out a boatload of bucks to help Florida felons vote
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has helped pay the outstanding fines and fees of 32,000 convicted felons in Florida so they could regain their right to vote ahead...
Top DOE official expected to take leave of absence to work on Biden campaign
A top Department of Education official is expected to take a leave of absence to work as a volunteer on Joe Biden’s presidential campaign, sources told the Post. Karin Goldmark,...
China reportedly forced 500K Tibetan farmers into labor camps
China has browbeaten 500,000 Tibetan farmers into forced-labor camps where they’re subjected to militarized vocational training aimed to reform “backward thinking” and improve “work discipline,” the Sydney Morning Herald reported...
Five states added to Gov. Cuomo's coronavirus travel advisory
ALBANY — Five states were added to Gov. Andrew Cuomo's coronavirus travel advisory Tuesday mandating a two-week quarantine, including four — Arizona, Minnesota, Nevada and Rhode Island — that were...
Honeymooners stab, tie up rideshare driver in Las Vegas: cops
The honeymoon phase is over! A newlywed couple was nabbed for stabbing and tying up their rideshare driver on their honeymoon near Las Vegas, police said. Chantilly Farmer, 47, and...
Wells Fargo CEO: 'Limited pool of black talent to recruit from'
Wells Fargo CEO Charles Scharf is being called to the carpet over his claims that the bank’s diversity woes are the result of a lack of talent. Scharf, who took...
Justice Department announces global opioid bust with nearly 180 arrests
Justice Department officials on Tuesday announced a global opioid bust of drug traffickers on the darknet, arresting 179 people and seizing $6.5 million in cash. The operation, dubbed "DisrupTor," was...
Head of Russia's space agency says Venus is a 'Russian planet'
Just days after scientists said they discovered the presence of phosphine in the clouds of Venus, the head of Russia's space agency declared "Earth's evil twin" a "Russian planet." Dmitry...
Jets have had one massive draft success: 'One of the best already'
The Jets may be the worst team in the NFL through two weeks. They may have been overwhelmed by the Bills and injury-depleted 49ers. They may be going nowhere but...
De Blasio doesn't have a grasp on staffing needs a week before school starts
The city does not have a final grasp on school staffing needs a week before the start of in-person learning for K-12 kids, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday. "I...
Xi Jinping downplays China's handling of coronavirus in UN address
Chinese President Xi Jinping shrugged off responsibility for his country's disastrous handling of the coronavirus, while insisting that a globalized future is inevitable during remarks Tuesday at the United Nations...
Sophia Loren to star in a movie for the first time in 11 years
Italian icon will star in a new feature film, courtesy of Netflix.
Californians look to escape 'new normal' of deadly wildfires
Dozens of wildfires had left more than 23,000 Californians forced out of their homes by Tuesday — with many planning to flee to the likes of New York to escape...
Giants replacing Saquon Barkley with two-time Pro Bowler
The Giants will add a veteran running back to pick up a measure of the workload following the loss of Saquon Barkley for the remainder of the season. Devonta Freeman...
Inside the risky surgery to remove football-sized tumor from woman's skull in NYC
When she was 64 years old, Lorenza De La Villa found a marble-sized bump on the back of her head. It was a benign tumor, her doctors told her. And...
Bubble up, it's cold outside! Is this the future of NYC dining?
Care for some bubbly in your bubble?
Michelle Obama, Bill Clinton set for 'West Wing' reunion on HBO Max
The special will also feature an appearance by "Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda.
How parents are changing what their kids eat
Seven in 10 American parents are radically changing their approach to their kid’s lunches and snacks this school year, according to new research. It’s a year for change and the...
Baby born on international flight gets free air travel for life
Born yesterday, jetting off tomorrow — this newborn just won the airplane lottery.
Saudi Arabia reportedly sending mixed signals over establishing Israel ties
For Saudi Arabia, the road to peace with Israel has always been contingent on an agreement with the Palestinians, but other signs in the kingdom indicate change may already be...
Man's surfboard, lost in Hawaii, found 5,000 miles away in Philippines
A surfer from Hawaii lost his prized board in 2018 and it was found in the Philippines more than two years later. The amazing find was documented on Facebook by...
Massive trash 'tsunami' invades Honduras beaches
A massive trash “tsunami” filled with plastic debris is plaguing Honduras beaches -- and authorities believe it came from a river in neighboring Guatemala. The unsightly wave of garbage washed...
Bill Belichick isn't paying attention to Tom Brady
As you would expect, New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick is not fixated on what Tom Brady is doing like someone following their ex on Facebook. Belichick said during his...
The key to betting the right NFL teasers
Following the Supreme Court decision to strike down the federal ban on sports betting in 2018, we’ve seen a gambling renaissance take place across America. Nearly two dozen states have...
Senators slam bonuses for execs of OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma
Five US senators want a federal judge to stop disgraced opioid seller Purdue Pharma from paying top executives up to $9.8 million in bankruptcy bonuses. The Democratic lawmakers said they're...
Epstein kept girls looking 'prepubescent' with extreme diets: accuser
Jeffrey Epstein and his accused madam Ghislaine Maxwell put his young victims on "ridiculous," extreme diets to maintain their "prepubescent" look, accuser Virginia Roberts Giuffre claimed. "It was all organic...
The average American worries about their health this many times a day
The average American has experienced 560 moments of worry about their immune health since the start of COVID-19, according to new research. The study of 2,000 Americans asked respondents how...
De Blasio says decision on outdoor dining extension coming 'very soon'
As fall officially began Tuesday, and with other major cities already unveiling cold-weather dining plans, Mayor Bill de Blasio promised a decision “very soon” on whether and how to let...
Plastic face shields do not stop spread of COVID-19, study claims
The clear coverings were tested in a simulation, which found that nearly 100 percent of airborne droplets less than 5 micrometers in size escaped through the shields.
Subway saboteur caused nearly $1M in damages derailing MTA train
The repair bill for damage caused by Sunday's saboteur-inflicted subway train derailment is "approaching $1 million," the MTA said. The tab includes around $100,000 for repairs to the West 14th...
Man found guilty of putting his semen into co-worker's water bottle
A California man has been found guilty of putting his semen in a colleague's water bottle and on her workspace after she rejected his advances. Stevens Millancastro, 30, was convicted...
Maskless Wuhan clubbers party like it's COVID-19-ninety-nine
Meanwhile, coronavirus deaths in the US have now surpassed 200,000.
Armed 'Freedom Fighters' patrol Minneapolis streets in aftermath of George Floyd
“It’s important to have men from the community step up for the community,” the city’s director of the Office of Violence Prevention, Sasha Cotton, told the Los Angeles Times of...
Mysterious elephant deaths in Botswana caused by toxins in water linked to climate change
GABORONE - Toxins in water produced by cyanobacteria killed more than 300 elephants in Botswana this year, officials said on Monday, announcing the result of an investigation into the deaths...
Jon Gruden is dancing the Raiders back to respectability
This is what 2-0 looks like. Jon Gruden and the Raiders celebrated their 34-24 upset Monday night victory over the Saints with what appeared to be the Polynesian Haka dance....
Arizona Dem could vote on Supreme Court justice if Republicans drag feet
Arizona Democrat Mark Kelly could vote for the next Supreme Court justice if Republicans move more slowly than expected to confirm a nominee to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Kelly, a...
Airbus unveils designs for zero-emissions jet powered by hydrogen fuel
AIRBUS has revealed plans for the world's first zero-emission commercial aircraft. The European plane-maker said the hydrogen-fuelled aircraft could enter service by 2035. It showcased three different designs. The ZEROe...
Tommy DeVito, original Four Seasons member, dead at 92 from COVID-19
He cranked out a decade of chart-topping hits like "December 1963 (Oh, What a Night)," "Walk Like a Man," “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Sherry.”
Shane Bieber as sure a bet as any vs. White Sox
Happy Autumn, New Anarchist City! ... Can you think of anyone happier than Eli Manning two games into the NFL season? Maybe Jamal Adams, maybe? Biggest surprise of this MLB...
'Catwoman' model collared by authorities after string of masked robberies
An Australian Instagram model with sticky fingers and a penchant for posing as Catwoman has been jailed after being arrested for the second time this year for a series of...
Surrogate caring for baby during COVID-19 as parents are stuck in China
An Idaho woman who served as a surrogate for a couple in China has now been caring for the baby girl for four months -- as COVID-19 restrictions have kept...
Startling video shows mountain lion stalking children in front yard
A mountain lion slinked into a California homeowner’s front yard and stared down two kids riding bikes in the street, alarming new video shows. The video, taken in Pacifica —...
Nikola founder Trevor Milton keeps $2.5 billion in stock after departure
Nikola founder Trevor Milton has walked away from the electric-truck maker in the midst of a nasty feud with a short-seller with more than $2 billion in stock, records show....
New details surface about NYPD cop accused of spying for China
The NYPD cop accused of spying on behalf of the People’s Republic of China apparently exaggerated his military service record to his brothers in blue, The Post has learned.
Ann Arbor moves to decriminalize psychedelics like mushrooms, peyote
Ann Arbor is a trip, man. The Michigan city’s council just moved to decriminalize the use of magic mushrooms, peyote and other psychedelic plants, declaring law enforcement against those imbibing...
One-armed high school QB scores six touchdowns in one game
Imagine what Trashaun Willis could do with two arms? The one-armed quarterback from Iowa produced six touchdowns on Friday night, three through the air and on the ground. He completed...
Body found on Randall's Island believed to be missing 5-year-old
A child's body found on Randall’s Island Tuesday morning is believed to be the 5-year-old who went missing after falling into the Harlem River Saturday, cops said. "It’s probably the...
As Europe faces second coronavirus wave, tracing apps lack impact
LONDON — Mobile apps tracing new COVID-19 cases were touted as a key part of Europe’s plan to beat the coronavirus outbreak. Seven months into the pandemic, virus cases are...
EPA boss rips Cuomo, de Blasio over protests, threatens to relocate office
WASHINGTON -- The head of the Environmental Protection Agency has threatened to yank the federal agency's office out of Lower Manhattan, blaming the ongoing protests that have roiled the city...
Preorders for the new Xbox crash Amazon, Walmart, Microsoft sites
Microsoft's new Xbox consoles sold out across all major American retailers within minutes of preorders going live Tuesday morning. Demand for the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S systems...
Man charged with grisly killing of mother 'showed no emotion'
A Connecticut man who was on probation for stabbing his cousin is now accused of killing his mother -- and showed "no emotion" when detectives told him she was dead,...
Elderly man suffers fractured skull after Midtown sucker punch
A stranger randomly slugged a 77-year-old man in the face in Manhattan, leaving the oldster with a fractured skull when his head hit the sidewalk, police said Tuesday. The septuagenarian...
Hillary Clinton vows to 'tackle big subjects' in new podcast
With topics like grief, mental health and bouncing back, Hillary Clinton's new podcast could be a retelling of her last four years. The twice-failed Democratic presidential hopeful, whose podcast will...
Egypt discovers 27 sarcophagi more than 2,500 years old
CAIRO - Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered 27 coffins at the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, a burial ground that is also home to one of the world’s oldest pyramids, the...
Health department chemist allegedly cooked up LSD for Air Force members
A Hawaii health department chemist was busted for cooking up LSD -- which was then advertised on Snapchat and sold to active-duty Air Force members, prosecutors said. Trevor Keegan, who...
As rich nations struggle, Africa’s coronavirus response is praised
JOHANNESBURG — At a lecture to peers this month, John Nkengasong showed images that once dogged Africa, with a magazine cover declaring it “The Hopeless Continent.” Then he quoted Ghana’s...
Why 'GoT' star Kit Harington is done playing 'masculine' hero roles
"I feel that emotionally men have a problem, a blockage."
Elite firefighter dies in wildfire sparked by gender reveal party
The boss of an elite crew of firefighters has been identified as the fatal victim of a California blaze sparked by a gender-reveal party. Veteran US Forest Service worker Charles...
US hits another grim coronavirus milestone
The US has recorded the most COVID-19 fatalities in the world, though was ranked ninth globally in deaths per million people as of Monday, according to Statista.
Seattle City Council will vote on cutting police jobs, budget
Seattle's city council is set to vote Tuesday to decide the future of planned cuts to the police budget that would see at least 100 cops' jobs slashed. The council...
GameStop shares soar as investor hatches plan to challenge Amazon
GameStop’s shares soared more than 20 percent on a report that its largest individual shareholder is hatching a plan to go head-to-head with Amazon.
Walmart starts pilot project to deliver COVID-19 test kits by drone
Walmart said Tuesday it would run a pilot project to deliver self-collection test kits for the coronavirus through automated drones at customers’ doorsteps. The retailer has partnered with Quest Diagnostics...
ESPN finally found its 'Monday Night Football' star
ESPN had a guy on a contraption zooming up and down the sidelines. It prepared a $140 million offer for Tony Romo. It went after seemingly every quarterback outside of...
Do date night right with this Zoom cooking class
Dinner and a movie is looking a bit different during quarantine. Instead of fancy restaurants and movie theater popcorn, date nights are consisting of takeout and Netflix. As we settle...
Post Malone lands 16 Billboard Music Awards nominations
"Old Town Road" singer Lil Nas X follows Malone with 13 nominations.
First woman to land on the moon in 2024, NASA confirms
It's an interstellar idea.
New Amazon-sponsored stationary bike sends Peloton shares down
Shares of Peloton tumbled by nearly 4 percent on Tuesday after its rival Echelon announced that it had teamed up with Amazon to sell a new stationary bike, called Prime...
Mitch McConnell expects brutal Supreme Court fight to replace RBG
Despite appearing to now have the votes to confirm, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Tuesday warned of a brutal Supreme Court confirmation battle to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg, saying...
Underworld underwear: Kinky video ad sparks talk of Satanism
"What's next . . . child sacrifice?"
Make the switch to bamboo bedding with these smart storage pocket sheets
It’s hard to not be overwhelmed by the multitude of bedsheets out there. There are so many questions! Should I choose 100% cotton sheets? What’s the difference between regular cotton...
The troubling Drew Brees stat looming over Saints
The Raiders upset the Saints on "Monday Night Football" in their inaugural game in Las Vegas, and the New Orleans offense looked surprisingly lifeless in the 34-24 defeat. Without Michael...
Meet the woman accused of sending ricin to Trump
The Canadian woman charged with sending a ricin-laced letter to President Trump apparently tweeted a hashtag supportive of killing the commander-in-chief less than two weeks ago. Pascale Ferrier, of Quebec,...
Startup recruits cash-strapped gig workers to help landlords evict tenants
A startup is enlisting cash-strapped gig workers to help landlords evict tenants who can't make rent during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Columbia Sportswear reportedly closes downtown Seattle store amid pandemic
Outdoorsy retailer Columbia Sportswear has permanently closed its store in Seattle's struggling downtown area, according to a report. The shop at Third Avenue and Pine Street had grappled with losses...
Ralph Lauren to cut 15 percent of its workforce due to COVID-19
Luxury apparel maker Ralph Lauren will cut 15 percent of its global workforce by the end of its fiscal year in a company-wide restructuring to lower costs and move more...
Lindsey Vonn's dogs in scary porcupine attack
Vonn posted photos of the aftermath Tuesday on Instagram.
Brooklyn Municipal Building to be renamed after RBG
The Brooklyn Municipal Building will be renamed after late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday. “We want to make sure we honor her in...
Sizzler steakhouse chain files for bankruptcy amid COVID-19 crisis
Even Sizzler has lost its sizzle amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The steakhouse chain known for its grilled meats and giant salad bars filed for bankruptcy Monday after the coronavirus pandemic...
Deion Sanders' unique first day: LeBron James love, 5-star recruit
Deion Sanders is clearly no ordinary Football College Subdivision coach. On his first day on the job, he received praise from the NBA's self-described King and a five-star prospect seemed...
Warming shrinks Arctic Ocean ice to second lowest level on record
Ice in the Arctic Ocean melted to its second-lowest level on record this summer, triggered by global warming along with natural forces, US scientists reported Monday. The extent of the...
Romney breaks silence on Trump's effort to fill Supreme Court vacancy
Sen. Mitt Romney will support moving forward with President Trump's nominee to fill the vacancy left by Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, he announced Tuesday morning.
Olivia Culpo sends 'love' to Christian McCaffrey after injury
Olivia Culpo has nothing but "love" for boyfriend Christian McCaffrey.
UK closing pubs early amid 'perilous' second wave of COVID-19
Britain was put under tough new lockdown measures Tuesday because of an alarming second wave of the coronavirus -- with the nation's beloved pubs forced to close early and the...
NYPD busts murder suspect who allegedly threatened suicide by cop
The man suspected of fatally stabbing his girlfriend in her Manhattan pad — and later allegedly threatening suicide by cop — was arrested early Tuesday, officials said. Joshua Martinez, 33,...
China unlikely to approve Oracle, Walmart's TikTok deal: state media
TikTok's proposed US partnership with Oracle and Walmart is unlikely to win approval in Beijing, Chinese state media says. China's state-run Global Times newspaper published an editorial late Monday saying...
Trump says China must be held accountable for spread of COVID-19 in UN speech
President Trump launched a broadside against China over its mishandling of the coronavirus pandemic and asserted the global might of the US military on Tuesday during an address to the...
University of Georgia fraternity suspends itself over racist GroupMe messages
A University of Georgia fraternity has suspended itself indefinitely for racist comments about a black student who criticized the school’s response to the coronavirus, university officials said. UGA’s Lambda Chi...
These winless NFL teams have something Giants, Jets don't
LAS VEGAS — If winning in the NFL was all about quarterbacks and high-scoring offenses, Matt Ryan and the Falcons would be sitting pretty after two weeks instead of buried...
PETA confiscates three more lions from Jeff Lowe's 'Tiger King' zoo
The animal rights organization labels it a "shabby roadside" operation.
The origins of the sudden Tom Brady-Brett Favre lovefest
Brett Favre didn't just randomly show up at a Buccaneers game on Sunday in a "Tompa Bay" t-shirt. The Hall of Fame quarterback has a bond with Tom Brady. “I...
Woman accused of mailing ricin to Trump identified
The Canadian woman accused of sending a letter containing ricin to President Trump has been identified as Pascale Ferrier of Quebec, authorities said. Ferrier was taken into custody Sunday by...
Fenty Beauty takes 25 percent off makeup brushes and more for flash sale
We know you love your Fenty Beauty makeup collection. And the brand's latest flash sale is just what you need to add some additional Rihanna-approved goodies to your beauty game....
Trump to announce SCOTUS pick Saturday at 5 p.m.
Trump said Monday he’s considering five women to replace the liberal icon, including federal judges Amy Coney Barrett and Barbara Lagoa.
Ex-soldier to be executed for murdering woman he believed cast spell on him
A former US soldier obsessed with witchcraft will be put to death by lethal injection Tuesday — 19 years after raping and killing a woman he thought had put a...
Trump to address United Nations General Assembly in virtual speech
President Trump will address the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday as the international body meets for the first time virtually, with world leaders delivering pre-recorded speeches. Trump is expected...
CDC issues Halloween guidelines — and they're no treat
"If screaming will likely occur, greater distancing is advised." Ironically, this is the one time you shouldn't wear a mask.
US Marshals, local police locate 35 missing children in joint operation
Nearly three dozen missing Ohio children have been found, thanks to a joint investigation by the US Marshals Service and local police, authorities said. The 35 kids -- between the...
Couple busted with gun, 200 rounds of ammo ahead of Trump rally
Virginia couple was busted while allegedly carrying a gun and 200 rounds of ammunition, along with a pitchfork and shovels, ahead of a Trump campaign rally Monday night, authorities said.
Facebook exec says company is preparing for Election Day chaos
Facebook has some "break-glass options" if November's presidential election results in chaos, a top executive said. Nick Clegg, Facebook's head of global affairs, told the Financial Times that the social...
Horde of giant crabs crash family's BBQ on Christmas Island
That's shellfish! An Australian family got quite the shock while enjoying a BBQ on their camping trip when they were suddenly swarmed by dozens of hungry, giant crabs. The group...
Fantasy football Week 3 waiver wire pickups: Devonta Freeman, Mike Davis
Sunday of Week 2 was absolutely horrific for injuries to major players across the NFL. Saquon Barkley is out for the year with a torn ACL and Christian McCaffrey is...
Scientists around the world join forces to combat anti-Semitism with artificial intelligence
BERLIN — An international team of scientists said Monday it had joined forces to combat the spread of anti-Semitism online with the help of artificial intelligence. The project Decoding Anti-Semitism...
Trump praises Nissan for producing newest car at Tennessee plant
President Trump on Tuesday hailed Nissan for planning to roll out its new Rogue vehicle from its plant in Tennessee this fall. "Nissan is rolling out it’s 2021 ROGUE from...
$20,000 acrylic case installed around Thomas Jefferson's headstone
COLUMBIA, Mo. — A $20,000 acrylic case now protects Thomas Jefferson’s original headstone on the University of Missouri campus, a response to vandalism concerns amid an ongoing dispute about whether...
US will see 'highest level of debt recorded' by 2050: CBO
The US federal debt will balloon to a level never seen before in American history by the year 2050, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office said this week in an ominous...
Saquon Barkley's major statement has star-studded support
Saquon Barkley's peers can't wait to see how this story ends. After the star Giants running back, who is out for the season after tearing his ACL on Sunday, captioned...
The NFL's expensive mask justice is about to get a lot worse
The NFL is cracking down on coaches flouting the league’s mask policy by issuing more than $1 million in fines, with more pocketbook penalties expected. Three head coaches -- Vic...
Seven shot across NYC despite NYPD's claim that gun violence is declining
Seven people were shot as gunplay continued across the city Monday and early Tuesday. The latest incident came at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, when a 29-year-old man was shot in the...
Sterling K. Brown, Gabrielle Union to lead all-black 'Friends' project
Now it's the "This Is Us" star's time to scream, "we were on a break!"
Biden calls demand for list of Supreme Court nominees 'inappropriate'
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is standing firm on his refusal to discuss his plans for the Supreme Court should he win in November. In a series of interviews while...
Chinese tycoon who once called Xi Jinping 'clown' sentenced to 18 years
A Chinese businessman who once called President Xi Jinping a “clown” and slammed him over his handling of the coronavirus pandemic was sentenced to 18 years in prison Tuesday for...
Why Rob Gronkowski has been invisible in Buccaneers offense
Rob Gronkowski is two catches and 11 yards ahead of the pace he set last year ... in retirement. The Buccaneers tight end has not been a significant part of...
Louisville police brace for grand jury's decision in Breonna Taylor death
The Louisville Metro Police Department tweeted early Tuesday that it would be limiting vehicle access, traffic and parking in certain parts of downtown.
Nephew suspected in shooting death of Miami high school football coach
Football coach Corey Smith died at his home from “multiple gunshot wounds” and his teen nephew was the only other person known to be inside the house.
Oh, crap: Toilet paper sells out in one country amid looming lockdown
What a pain in the butt. With a new coronavirus lockdown possible in Scotland, people are once again on the hunt for toilet paper, according to the Scottish Sun. Residents...
Elon Musk says Tesla's new battery is still two years from mass production
The advanced car battery technology Tesla is expected to unveil this week won't be widely available for another two years, CEO Elon Musk says.
Seattle shells out $150K to ex-pimp for 'alternatives to policing'
Seattle now has on its payroll a convicted pimp who once vowed to "go to war" with the city -- a $150,000 "street czar" whose mission is to come up...
World Economic Forum moving 2021 Davos conference amid coronavirus
The World Economic Forum has canceled next year’s conference in Davos, Switzerland amid the coronavirus pandemic — but the annual event will take place elsewhere. The international business group recently...
Bronx motorcycle crash kills teen driver, critically injures passenger
A teen driver was killed and her passenger is clinging to life after their motorcycle slammed into the back of a tow truck in the Bronx, cops said.
DOJ rejects Nadler's request for testimony from senior officials
The Justice Department has denied House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler's request for testimony from senior officials -- arguing that Democrats on the panel "squandered" their chance during Attorney General...
Jackie Stallone, colorful mother of Sylvester Stallone, dead at 98
The astrologer infamously appeared on "GLOW: Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling" and "Celebrity Big Brother."
Japanese firm develops first UV lamp that safely kills coronavirus
A Japanese company that teamed up with Columbia University has developed a first-of-its-kind ultraviolet lamp that can kill the coronavirus without harming people’s health, according to a report. Light equipment...
Trump continues to get support from key age group: poll
President Trump continues to enjoy the support of voters under age 50 – with 55 percent of those aged 35-49 giving him a positive approval rating, according to a poll.
Good Samaritan who stepped in to stop perv fumes over suspect's no-bail release
A good Samaritan is outraged because he risked his life to save a mom and her kids from a violent pervert at Hudson River Park -- only to learn the...
How to survive fantasy football Week 3 waiver chaos
Parades are supposed to be fun, celebratory events every one can enjoy. Too bad that isn’t always the case. The parade of injuries in Week 2 was devastating for NFL...
Power rankings' Top 10 looks very different after Week 2
There was some significant movement at the high end of the Post’s weekly NFL Power Rankings, as two of the Top 10 teams from the previous list fell in Week...
Dog’s hilarious cheesy smile gets him out of trouble
This pooch knows how to grin and bear it. See how Nova the dog hides behind a super cheesy smile after having an accident on the carpet in this funny...
New proposals would reopen NY comedy clubs closed during pandemic
It's time to laugh again. Comedy clubs ordered closed in March during the peak of the coronavirus outbreak haven't been allowed to reopen -- while restaurants and bowling alleys got...
John Lennon's killer reportedly says he deserves the death penalty
Mark David Chapman, who killed John Lennon in 1980, has apologized to the famed singer’s wife Yoko Ono -- describing his crime as “despicable” and saying he “deserves” the death...
Graham on SCOTUS nominee push: 'We've got the votes'
Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham on Monday night said his party has enough votes to confirm a new Supreme Court justice before the November election. "We've got the votes to confirm...
Oregon man showing off handgun accidentally shoots himself in groin
A Oregon man showing off his handgun to a pal inside a supermarket accidentally blasted himself in the groin Sunday night, a report said. Nicholas Ellingford, 29, fired off the...
Parents charged for allowing teen rager that forced high school into remote learning
A Massachusetts couple who allegedly let their high school-aged kid throw a party with alcohol and a “complete lack” of coronavirus precautions will face charges for allowing the shindig, which...
Lightning hold off Stars to even Stanley Cup Final
EDMONTON, Alberta — Nikita Kucherov and the Tampa Bay Lightning got themselves up off the ice to get even in the Stanley Cup Final. Kucherov had the primary assists on...
This New York fertility clinic pairs compassion with cutting-edge science
Finding the right team of doctors to help you navigate the ever-changing world of fertility can be challenging. Fortunately, the doctors and staff at Sher Fertility Solutions New York (SFS-NY)...