September 3, 2021
Sliwa vows to crack down on illegal basement apartments if elected NYC mayor
GOP mayoral nominee Curtis Sliwa on Friday pledged to crack down on the owners of illegal basement apartments after 11 people drowned in the subterranean homes from Hurricane Ida's devastating...
Man killed, another wounded in drive-by shooting outside NYC funeral
A man was killed and another was wounded in a drive-by shooting outside a funeral service in The Bronx on Friday, according to police and sources.
Mets overcome closer's implosion to inch closer in NL East
The Mets returned to .500 Friday night, overcoming Edwin Diaz’s first blown save in six weeks to beat the Nationals 6-2 in 10 innings.
Eye-popping power not enough to explain Giancarlo Stanton's resurgence
Perhaps coincidentally, or perhaps not, Giancarlo Stanton has found his power stride at the plate this season as he has found more time in the outfield for the Yankees.
Giancarlo Stanton delivers Yankees nailbiting win
The team with the best record in baseball since July 17 met the team with the worst record all season on Friday night in The Bronx. Naturally, it turned into...
Naomi Osaka loses cool in stunning loss
First, Naomi Osaka lost her cool. Then, she lost her title defense at the U.S. Open. Teenager Leylah Fernandez pulled off arguably the biggest stunner of the tournament, rattling Osaka...
Anti-abortion group temporarily banned from suing Planned Parenthood under Texas law
A Texas state judge on Friday temporarily banned a pro-life organization from suing Planned Parenthood affiliates in the state as part of the new anti-abortion law there.
Don't count this slugger out of your fantasy squad
As the final month of the MLB season arrives, fantasy baseball owners still in the hunt for their league championships should be applauded.This season has been a grind like no...
In Biden’s America, it’s better not to be employed
The latest flailing jobs report for August shows how President Joe Biden’s ludicrous government spending is valuing the unemployed over working-class Americans.
Growing fears child brides brought to US in Afghan evacuation
US officials are looking into reports that elderly Afghan men were permitted to evacuate with young girls they claimed as "wives," with some of the maybe being child brides brought...
Twins' surging rookie pitcher is worth the fantasy baseball risk
Every decision we make in life comes with risk, whether it’s walking across a busy street or getting on an airplane and flying to another country. But what would happen...
American women's stars keep dropping at the US Open
Some of it can be chalked up to injuries. A bad draw has obviously contributed, too. But after five days, the U.S. Open has not been kind to American women....
Parent calls cops after maskless students pulled from class at Long Island school
A Long Island parent called the cops after their child and five other middle school students were pulled out of class for not wearing masks, police said Friday.
What to expect when it comes to the Giants' rookies
It is not how they start, it is how they finish. The Giants hope that will be the case with their 2021 draft class. The chances of this six-player class...
Google locks Afghan gov't email accounts as Taliban seek retribution
Google locked some Afghan government email accounts as part of a temporary move as the Taliban have sought to identify former officials who worked with the recently collapsed US-backed administration.
Feds ordered to reveal names of Ghislaine Maxwell's alleged co-conspirators
Federal prosecutors must uncover the “identities of any unnamed co-conspirators” that they plan on referencing at Ghislaine Maxwell's sex trafficking trial in NYC, a judge ruled Friday.
'Our world came to a stop': Queens families lose school supplies from Ida's flash floods
Two Queens families are reeling after flash floods from Hurricane Ida's remnants destroyed their home and their children’s school supplies just before classes are set to begin in NYC.
Why Edwin Diaz is dominating again
Edwin Diaz stumbled in his first game back from paternity leave in early August, but the Mets’ closer otherwise has been on an extended run of shutting opponents down in...
Democrat vying for Staten Island congressional seat ripped for fundraising off Ida tragedy
A Democratic Socialist candidate running for Congress is exploiting the Hurricane Ida emergency disaster that has killed at least 13 New Yorkers to raise money for her campaign.
Yankees get 'encouraging' news about injured infielder
Gio Urshela appears to have avoided the worst after injuring his hand on Tuesday in Anaheim. The Yankees third baseman underwent an MRI exam that came back “fine,” manager Aaron...
Biden changes tune from 2015 stance on when life begins in abortion flip-flop
While President Joe Biden fumed at the controversial Texas anti-abortion law on Friday, he struck a different opinion on human life beginning at conception in 2015.
Joe Biden is making even Jimmy Carter look good
“The worst president since Jimmy Carter.” You see a lot of that sort of thing if you regularly read conservative commentary, as I do. But as a conservative writer, I...
'Dardevil' star Charlie Cox on his new crime show 'Kin'
Charlie Cox, who’s best known for starring as blind lawyer/vigilante Matt Murdock on “Daredevil,” said it was a novelty to use all his senses again in his new crime drama,...
Here are the finalists for the 2021 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
The competition showcases the funniest and cutest snapshots of animals doing the wildest things.
US Open villian upset by 'Baby Nadal'
“Vamos, Carlos!” the Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd kept yelling. “Vamos, Carlos!” they roared. And after four hours and seven thrilling minutes, it was “Adios, Stefanos.” Carlos Alcaraz, the 18-year-old Spanish...
Senate Democrats assembling wish list of tax hikes to fund $3.5T spending bonanza
Senate Democrats have assembled a laundry list of possible tax hikes to help finance their $3.5 trillion spending bonanza, according to an internal committee document obtained by The Post. Many...
One man's trash is another man's mask: Thailand makes COVID gear out of bottles
As hospitals and temples in Thailand continue to deal with COVID-19 cases, the country is turning to its mountains of plastic bottles to create masks and personal protective equipment.
Biden voter-rejecting Florida diner forced to close due to popularity
The central Florida diner that announced it will not be serving anyone who still supports President Biden was temporarily forced to shutter on Wednesday after selling out of food.
Missing ancient artifacts from Iraq seized in Norway
Norwegian authorities captured nearly 100 missing tablets and other archaeological objects from ancient Mesopotamia, famous for being the first human civilization in the world.
Joshua Tree oasis hailed by U2, Jay-Z and Beyoncé on sale for $1.75M
A minimalist monolith in the up and coming, artsy, and celeb-filled desert of Joshua Tree is up for sale at $1.75 million.
The language police are doing major harm to their own goal of social justice
Trying to “know my audience” is becoming increasingly difficult because I’m not convinced the loudest voices in the audiences know best how to achieve their/our objective: a more just society,...
How Jets can give culture change a big boost
The Jets’ last win in September came on Sept. 10, 2018, in Detroit. You remember that game, right? It was a big debut for Sam Darnold.
Biden's feeble fictions on jobs are just as ridiculous as his Afghan tall tales
Just three days after declaring his disastrous Afghan operation that abandoned Americans and allies an “extraordinary success,” President Joe Biden tried more gaslighting, insisting that the grim news that the...
Oscar De La Hoya has COVID-19, pulls out of Sept. 11 fight
Oscar De La Hoya was set to fight MMA fighter Vitor Belfort on Sept.11 in Los Angeles, but now the 48-year-old says he has tested positive for COVID-19.
Early Native Americans 'undervalued' as 'sophisticated' engineers
A few millennia later, there is still much to learn about deceptively advanced early civilizations, particularly the indigenous peoples of North America.
Letters to the Editor — Sept. 4, 2021
The Issue: The potential release of the convicted murderer of 24-year-old Barbara Meliota in 1982. I am writing this letter in support of Phyllis Meliota (“ ‘Can never forgive,’ ” Aug. 30)....
Taliban spokesman's warning to US: 'You should not be changing our culture'
Taliban spokesman Suhail Shaheen told Fox News that there will be no issue for women in Afghanistan and the United States should not interfere with the regime.
De Blasio's excuses on Ida preparation are as laughable as his continued political ambitions
Mayor Bill de Blasio is trying to dodge the blame for New York City's walloping by Ida. As usual, it’s a pack of bull. The pouring rain and catastrophic flooding...
GOP rep's epic rant over House requiring women register for draft: 'Go straight to hell'
Texas Republican Rep. Chip Roy said that supporters of the amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act that would require women to register for the military draft should “go straight...
Man stabbed on NYC subway platform after argument on train
A straphanger stabbed a fellow female subway rider multiple times on a Brooklyn platform Friday afternoon, cops said.
Happy Birthday, freedom-fighter Institute for Justice
Many happy returns to the Institute for Justice: As of this weekend, the “merry band of libertarian litigators,” as George Will described the public-interest law firm, has punched above its...
The 'Mr. Nice Guy Joe' everyone expected is suddenly 'Mean Mr. Biden'
President Biden got elected largely because millions of voters found him caring and empathetic, but his true colors now shine with searing clarity. He has exposed himself as calculating, callous...
Texas abortion tip website gets trolled with memes and porn
TikTok pranksters are trolling a website that asks for tips on people breaking Texas’ new anti-abortion law by flooding it with fake reports, memes and pornography.
Bribes, coverup: College softball coach in middle of crazy scandal after alleged affair with player
The Ole Miss Rebels softball program is entangled in an investigation for Title IX violations as the team's assistant coach Katie Rietkovich Browder is accused of having an inappropriate relationship...
Pfizer shots may be the only COVID booster jabs available this month, feds say
Only COVID-19 booster shots from Pfizer may be available this September despite President Joe Biden’s plan to start offering third jabs from Moderna too, according to a report.
Nets signing former All-Star big man after trading another
When it comes to reshaping the roster, the Nets never sleep. In a Friday flurry of moves, they finally found a taker for DeAndre Jordan, waived Alize Johnson and brought...
'RIP my friend:' Tom Brady mourns death of former teammate
Tom Brady shared a message of mourning for the wide receiver David Patten, who died at the age of 47 on Thursday. "The consummate professional," Brady wrote on his Instagram...
Woman, 97, dies in Manhattan public housing complex — cops have person of interest
A 50-year-old woman, who is a person of interest in the case, was taken into police custody after the 97-year-old was found unresponsive inside the Baruch Houses.
Bet on the dominant offense in this MLB interleague battle
The Houston Astros are in good shape to win the AL West and will have Jose Urquidy on the mound for the first time since June as they face a...
Who's got balls? Tennis players lament shortage with US Open in full swing
Players are causing a racket because of a tennis ball shortage ravaging sports stores everywhere.
Extend summer fun past Labor Day with these awesome NYC events
Feeling like NYC's comeback summer went by in a flash? Don’t fret — fall doesn't officially start until Sept. 22, and there are plenty of fun things to do around town...
Gensler's brewing battle with Robinhood could prove bloody
There could be a lot of fighting between SEC Chair Gary Gensler and the popular stock trading app Robinhood. That battle could get really ugly, writes Charles Gasparino.
WH admits Biden's claim he visited Tree of Life synagogue is not true
President Biden had told Jewish leaders that he remembered "spending time at" and "going to" the Tree of Life, but the synagogue told The Post he never visited there.
From 'Friends' to 'Harry Potter' marathons, here's what to watch on Labor Day
Labor day is here at last and, if you're spending the day at home, there are plenty of TV offerings to dive into. From workplace comedies to space documentaries to...
Newest Jet has 'no shoes to fill' with comfortable opportunity
Shaq is replacing Carl Lawson, who is out for the season.
San Francisco will pay would-be criminals to not shoot people
San Francisco will soon pay some potential criminals $300-a-month not to shoot people.
British anti-vax mob clashes with cops as they try to storm medicine watchdog building
Four police officers officers were hurt as protesters -- include actor Sean Ward -- tried to storm the headquarters where COVID-19 jabs were approved in London, England.
'Footsteps from freedom': Afghan national girls soccer team in hiding after terror blast
Terrified teen soccer players in the Afghanistan national girls' team had been “footsteps from freedom” from the Taliban -- only to get thwarted by last week's airport suicide attack.
Cowboys rookie takes little dig at Tom Brady ahead of Week 1 showdown
The rookie is not too impressed by the GOAT. Cowboys first-year defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa seemed to take a shot at Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady when asked if the seven-time Super Bowl...
Di Fara vs. Roberta's: Now you try NYC's best pizza in one place
A new Lower East Side "ghost kitchen" serves up both iconic Brooklyn pies in one Manhattan location.
No rush: Blinken says US in contact with Americans left behind in Afghanistan, no deadline to free them
The US is staying in “constant contact” with Americans left behind during the military's botched evacuation from Afghanistan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Friday, offering no deadline for freeing...
Yankees get frustrating star back for playoff push
The Yankees activated Torres off the injured list Friday and he was in the lineup against the Orioles for the first time since Aug. 8, when he sprained his left...
Blind eye to deathtraps: City knew of trouble with basement homes before Ida flooding
The city received complaints about the basement apartments where tenants drowned amid flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida, but didn't stop people from living there, records show.
Inside Christina Haack's houses and $13M real estate portfolio
HGTV real estate investor Christina Haack's new post-divorce palace isn't her first multi-million dollar property.
Boxer dead at 18 after knock-out in Montreal fight
Zapata was rushed to a Montreal hospital after being knocked out by Marie-Pier Houle at IGA Stadium.
Charlie Watts’ life in photos
Charlie Watts, legendary drummer for the Rolling Stones passed away peacefully in a London hospital surrounded by his family on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021. He was 80.
Two New York pols test positive for COVID-19 after Albany special session
Two Democratic Assembly members have tested positive for COVID-19 after making the trip up to Albany to cast votes in Wednesday’s ‘extraordinary’ session.
NYC under water after storm: Post's week in photos
New York City cleans up and repairs after fatal tropical storm blows through city.
UN: Brief gains in air quality in 2020 over COVID lockdowns
The World Meteorological Organization, releasing its first ever Air Quality and Climate Bulletin on Friday, cautioned that the reductions in pollution were patchy.
Joe Rogan tests negative for COVID-19 days after virus reveal
The "Joe Rogan Experience" podcast host took to Instagram on Friday to reveal that he did in fact, test negative for the virus after previously claiming the opposite.
Private schools add 40,000 jobs across the nation amid coronavirus upheaval
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said Friday that private schools saw a "notable" jump in jobs amid concerns over of parents taking their children away from public schools.
Biden orders declassification review of secret 9/11 probe documents
President Biden signed an executive order directing the DOJ and other agencies to oversee the review of 9/11 documents and ordered Merrick Garland to release any declassified documents publicly.
BTS enters Guinness World Records 2022 Hall of Fame with 23 records
The K-pop boy band holds 23 world records across both music and social media.
Crypto exchange developer Uniswap 'in SEC crosshairs'
One of the largest names in the burgeoning cryptocurrency space is in the crosshairs of a newly aggressive Securities and Exchange Commission, according to a report. The investigation of Uniswap...
Mom and son build functioning record player out of Lego
Make your own kind of music! A mother and son duo in Newport News, Virginia have built a functioning record player out of lego pieces. Equipped with a paper funnel...
German carmakers reject environmental groups’ climate demand
BERLIN — German automaker Daimler on Friday dismissed a “cease and desist” demand from two environmental groups to commit to ending the sale of combustion engine vehicles by 2030. Lawyers...
'Parent Trap' stars Elaine Hendrix and Lisa Ann Walter re-create iconic scene
Meredith Blake is back in town to stir up some trouble.
Five girls rescued after Nigeria's latest mass kidnapping, police say
UNICEF said in a statement that 100 students aged between 14 and 19 and a teacher had been abducted, of whom 23 had managed to escape and had returned home.
Gerrit Cole is playing Yankees savior
No spider tack and Gerrit Cole has become Spider-Man for the Yankees. ole has been dealing the past few weeks, including 15 strikeouts against the Angels in a game the...
Fantasy football: An unorthodox tight end approach
In certain scenarios it could make sense to draft Travis Kelce and Darren Waller.
Royal ripping: Harry slams anti-vaxxers for 'lies' during surprise appearance
Prince Harry made a surprise virtual appearance at a UK awards show honoring “heroes of the year” -- using it to rip anti-vaxxers who “peddle in lies and fears."
The dark world of pro-wrestling: Suicide, murder and chronic pain
Daffney Unger, born Shannon Spruill, is the latest pro wrestling star to die a sudden and tragic death — and give horrified followers a peek into the dark world that...
Yankees minor league field looks a lot different now
The Somerset Patriots' TD Bank Ballpark, which was slammed by the remnants of Hurricane Ida on Wednesday night and left flooded by a sea of water on Thursday.
Woman paralyzed after alleged attack at Pitbull concert: 'I flew back about 5 feet'
Maddy Audet, 22, was dancing with friends during Sunday’s show at the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion in Gilford when a man allegedly knocked her unconscious.
Cheat sheets in pocket, Biden tours Hurricane Ida damage in Louisiana
President Biden on Friday toured damage from Hurricane Ida in Louisiana as the state struggles to restore power and rebuild after the Category 4 storm.
Hunted by the men they jailed, Afghanistan's women judges seek escape
Afghanistan has around 250 women judges. A few were able to flee in recent weeks, but most were left behind and are still trying to get out, said international colleagues...
Famous anti-vax media personalities who got COVID-19
Despite a majority of public and bipartisan support for Americans to get a jab or two of the COVID-19 vaccine, a number of public figures have spoken out against receiving...
For one fan, Derek Jeter's retirement was a coming of age
It was time to go. Security said so. Tina Stawinski struggled to leave her seat at Yankee Stadium. Leaving would signal the end. It would mean there was nothing left...
NASCAR driver's girlfriend posts disturbing break-up message
NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin's relationship with Jordan Fish seems to be on the rocks.
Bet on Mets' win streak to continue
They may drive their fan base crazy and drive when they shouldn’t but the New York Thumbos are on fire. The Mets had won four straight heading into their Thursday...
'American Horror Story' star Adina Porter on shocking twist
She’s met her bloody end. Emmy-nominated TV veteran Adina Porter, who’s known for a slew of shows including “True Blood,” “Ray Donovan,” “The Morning Show” “The 100” -- and five...
Here's what it could cost to clean up Hurricane Ida damage in NYC, NJ
The cost to rebuild and repair the damage inflicted by deadly Hurricane Ida across the Northeast is already estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars.
Straight women: You could be lesbian and not realize it, TikTok says
Sexuality has been turned into a Myers-Briggs test of sorts. TikTok users are doing their best to help women determine if they’re really attracted to men or if actually they’ve...
Study: Warmer Arctic led to killer cold in Texas, much of US
The study in the journal Science Thursday is the first to show the connections between changes in the polar region and February’s Valentine’s Week freeze that triggered widespread power outages...
NASA Mars rover may have snagged 1st rock sample for return to Earth
NASA’s newest Mars rover may have successfully collected its first rock sample for return to Earth, after last month’s attempt came up empty.
Here's how much prison time 'QAnon Shaman' will likely serve for Capitol riot role
The “QAnon Shaman” pleaded guilty to an obstruction charge in federal court Friday and will likely serve at least 3 1/2 years in prison, according to a report.
Chicago cop allegedly shoved flashlight into teen's buttocks
Lt. Wilfredo Roman, a 21-year vet, surrendered late Wednesday for allegedly shoving the flashlight into the teen’s buttocks over his clothes this summer.
China looking to take ride-hailing giant Didi under state control amid tech crackdown
China’s government is reportedly looking to take control of ride-hailing giant Didi, the latest development in a broader crackdown that has kept Chinese tech companies and investors on their toes...
London home where Charles de Gaulle fled Nazi-occupied France lists for $20.8M
It's the first time in 50 years that the North London home has been listed. The mid-18th-century home spans more than 13,100 square feet and sits on .65 acres of...
GOP-led states see Texas law as model to restrict abortions
Republicans for years have turned to statehouses in conservative states to find new ways to erode abortion rights enshrined by the high court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade decision.
Amazon reportedly releasing its own big-screen TVs with Alexa features
Amazon plans to release a series of big-screen televisions in the US as soon as this October, putting the company in direct competition with companies like Samsung, LG and Sony,...
Tall tail: Ohio man claims dog shot itself in the face
Jonathan George, 31, told cops the tall tale when they arrived at his Norwalk home and found the wounded animal -- Lula, a 4-year-old Boxer.
Tyson Foods workers get paid sick leave as union backs vaccine mandate
Tyson Foods is offering its front-line workers paid sick leave for the first time, part of an agreement that secured union support for its mandate that all U.S. employees get...
Doctor couple from Boston ID'd as passengers on crashed plane
The two passengers who died aboard a jet that crashed, killing all four people aboard, have been identified as a Boston couple who are both doctors.
Banksy’s ‘self-destructing’ painting valued at $8M — 6 times its 2018 sale
Banksy's half-shredded "Girl with Balloon" is returning to Sotheby's with a valuation of over $8 million — at six times the winning bid in 2018, when it was, albeit briefly,...
NBA star seems okay with Drake name-dropping his wife
Steph Curry endorsed Drake's new "Certified Lover Boy" album after one of the songs featured a mention about wife Ayesha Curry. “How am I supposed to wife it? You not...
Take a shot on the underdog in this ACC clash
Howie Kussoy picks his winner for Friday night's college football matchup between Virginia Tech and North Carolina. Home team in CAPS. VIRGINIA TECH (+5.5) over North Carolina Sam Howell may...
Hedge fund 'vampire' sinks his teeth into $19M Miami home
Heath Freeman, known as the young hedge fund "vampire" who bleeds newspapers dry, continues his real-estate acquisitions roll.
'Star Trek' creator's family still bitter over William Shatner's 'SNL' skit
“Get a life, will you, people,” the 90-year-old actor exclaimed during the infamous skit.
'A series of false assurances': Lawmakers demand answers regarding Afghanistan withdrawal
In two separate letters, bipartisan members of Congress are pressing the Biden administration for additional information on Afghanistan.
Blind-eye Bill: Hizzoner will look other way on illegal basement homes when more floods hit
Mayor Bill de Blasio said that "at least 100,000 people, and there's a strong possibility there's a lot more, are living in those apartments."
MLB star's wife wants the jokes to stop as there's a deep drive to left field
Nick Castellanos' wife Jess is sick of the constant jokes on the internet, which of course led to more jokes on the internet.
Paralympian gets stripped of gold medal for arriving three minutes late
Tardiness won't be tolerated in the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics. Muhammad Ziyad Zolkefli of Malaysia was stripped of his gold medal at the Summer Games after he won the men's shot put F20 on...
Kraft Heinz to pay more than $62M to settle SEC accounting charges
Kraft Heinz and two former executives have agreed to pay more than $62 million to settle charges they falsified supplier contracts to achieve cost savings in a multi-year accounting scheme,...
Shop Alo Yoga's Labor Day sale for up to 60% off leggings, shorts, more
In time for Labor Day weekend, Alo Yoga is having a major sale on all the apparel and accessories you need for the best yoga practice and workouts.
Jets receiver tests positive for COVID, could miss opener
Crowder was placed on the COVID list Friday, leaving his status for the season opener next Sunday against the Panthers in question.
This limited edition watch honors NASA’s Apollo 15 mission to the moon
The NASA-approved commemorative timepiece honors the 50th anniversary of the 1971 journey, the first to land a lunar rover on the moon.
Driver with learner's permit and brother killed in Long Island crash
A teen with a learner's permit, driving a 1998 Ford Mustang, and his 28-year-old brother were killed in a Long Island crash Thursday night, authorities said.
US hospitals hit with nurse staffing crisis amid COVID
The problem, health leaders say, is twofold: Nurses are quitting or retiring, exhausted or demoralized by the crisis. And many are leaving for lucrative temporary jobs with traveling-nurse agencies that...
Antifa teacher facing firing has ‘no records’ of reported complaints: superintendent
"No such records" have been found of any previous reports against Gabriel Gipe, who is facing termination after being seen on video boasting about turning his students into "revolutionaries."
Keith Hernandez on this weird Mets season and his SNY future
The long, often puzzling Mets season has even worn out Keith Hernandez.
Hero NYC delivery man kept pushing through floodwater, video shows
A heroic delivery man was captured in footage schlepping takeout through waist-high flood water during the historic storm that swamped the Big Apple.
World's largest rodents reclaim home, poop on wealthy gated community
Capybaras are taking back their native habitat, according to environmentalists, much to the chagrin of wealthy residents in the Nordelta community of Buenos Aires.
NYC Sheriff's Office cracks down on bogus temporary tags in Queens
Dozens of Big Apple vehicles with fake paper license plates were impounded Friday morning as the city cracks down bogus temporary tags, officials said.
Kim Jong Un rejects vaccine offers — instead orders tougher restrictions
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has turned down international offers of COVID-19 vaccines and instead insisted he would fight the pandemic in "our style."
NFL teams don't want Cam Newton
The Patriots shocked the NFL when they released Cam Newton on cut-down day, handing rookie Mac Jones the starting job.
Campfires banned in California amid wildfires
All outdoor burning is now banned in parts of California ahead of Labor Day weekend as firefighters across the state continue to battle wildfires.
Key player in Patriots Super Bowl dynasty dead at 47
David Patten, a former NFL wide receiver and three-time Super Bowl champion with the Patriots, died Thursday in South Carolina at age 47. Richland County coroner Naida Rutherford said in...
Woman who busted flight attendant's teeth charged with felony assault
Vyvianna Quinonez, the Southwest passenger who was arrested in May for punching a flight attendant and busting two of her teeth, could face felony assault charges.
Charles Barkley eviscerates Ben Simmons for 'total BS' trade ploy
The Hall of Famer called Simmons' request to the 76ers "total BS."
Why Drake really is the 'Certified Lover Boy' after new album release
Drake's newest drop is making fans feel all the feelings. And in case anyone was looking for an excuse to text their ex, "Certified Lover Boy" is definitely it.
Stranger hurled anti-gay slurs, punched man on Brooklyn train: cops
The victim was on a northbound J train at the Broadway Junction station on Aug. 26, when another man approached him and made the homophobic comments.
How to make money off of college football's ‘stability mismatches’
I have employed a strategy I call College Football Stability Mismatches for about 10 years, and I steadfastly believe in its foundational principles. To me this is a winning strategy,...
Taliban co-founder 'Baradar the Butcher' to reportedly lead new Afghan government
Despite initially claiming to want to form a consensus government, the Taliban are now only considering one made up solely of Taliban members.
Afghanistan's all-female orchestra falls silent
The 24-year old conductor, once the face of Afghanistan's renowned all-female orchestra, immediately began to panic.
Save over $30 on this convenient Apple Watch charging keychain
Apple Watches bring a whole new level of convenience to our daily lives, but there’s one pesky problem: making sure it’s always charged up. Charging cables are annoying to drag...
Council to probe Mayor De Blasio, MTA unpreparedness for storm
MTA chairman Janno Lieber suggested there was no way to have anticipated the storm’s devastating impact, calling it a "historic event."
Biden slammed for securing foreign border — as US' own migrant crisis spirals
Several border officials are slamming President Biden’s decision to secure the Tajikistan-Afghanistan border, calling it a “slap in the face.”
Man who confronted NBC reporter during hurricane segment arrested
Benjamin Eugene Dagley was busted by the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force, after he ran toward NBC News correspondent Shaquille Brewster as he reported from Gulfport, Mississippi.
NYers to face travel bans, evacuations ahead of future storms like Ida
Mayor Bill de Blasio said Friday the killer rainfall will likely lead to travel bans and mandatory evacuations ahead of future monstrous storms.
Canadian academic won't use capital letters - except to acknowledge Indigenous people's struggle
dr. linda manyguns, associate vice-president of Indigenization and decolonization at Mount Royal University, said she was joining local leaders to reject symbols of hierarchy "wherever they are found".
Pro wrestler bizarrely bashes WWE after Daffney Unger death
AEW and Impact Wrestling star Karl Anderson got himself into hot water on Twitter Thursday night after he bashed the WWE for a bizarre reason.
Biden job approval sinking following US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan
A new poll conducted by Marist, NPR and PBS NewsHour, found a 10 point decrease in job approval from May to September, dropping from 53% to 43%
Smart pick is to bet against a Super Bowl rematch
DraftKings lists Kansas City as the 5/1 favorite to win the Super Bowl, and Tampa Bay is the strong second choice at 6/1. But, history tells us one of these...
Save on these 23 Labor Day TV sales from Samsung, LG, more
Take it from Madonna: "Holiday. Celebrate." And there is no better way to spend the holiday then shopping some amazing sales, especially one for a new TV. This Labor Day,...
Prince William reportedly helped Afghan officer escape Kabul
Prince William personally intervened to help an Afghan National Army officer and his family escape Kabul and flee to the UK.
The best Labor Day clothing and accessories sales of 2021: J. Crew, Hanes and more
Don't miss out on these epic fashion Labor Day sales!
Apple delays controversial 'child safety' feature after privacy outcry
Apple is delaying a controversial plan to scan users’ photos for child pornography after widespread outcry from privacy and civil liberties advocates.
Save over 50% on this 4+ star sonic toothbrush for Labor Day
You can start caring better for your teeth right away by acquiring the oral care tools that will help you care better for your dental hygiene.
Two men shot in overnight Staten Island shootings
Cops said two men were injured in separate shootings in Staten Island overnight.
NYT columnist Nicholas Kristof may run for Oregon governor
New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof is considering a run to become Oregon’s governor and is reaching out to Democrats to work on his campaign.
Shop the Best Buy Labor Day sale for deals on TVs, Apple and more
We went ahead and skimmed the sale for you, finding some of the best markdowns across almost every category.
Number of people with dementia expected to rise 40% within decade, WHO says
Dementia is currently the seventh leading cause of death among all diseases and a major cause of disability and dependency among older people.
Arizona man fatally struck by motorcyclist in NYC
Christopher Bailey was crossing 12th Avenue at West 48th Street around 5:40 a.m. Tuesday when a 32-year-old man driving on 12th Avenue slammed into him.
Gunmaker subpoenas report cards of kids killed in Sandy Hook massacre
Remington Arms, the maker of the gun that was used in the 2012 massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School, has subpoenaed report cards and other records of five children killed...
Mystery woman struts through airport wearing only a bikini — and mask
She’s got nothing to hide from the TSA. An anonymous blonde set passenger-shaming sites aflame after she was filmed strolling through a US airport in nothing but a bikini.
Derek Jeter’s best Yankees moments — here is No. 3
For Jeter, it was one of the moments that cemented his legacy and earned him the nickname “Mr. November.”
Biden uses slow jobs growth to urge Congress to pass trillions in spending
President Biden blamed disappointing job-growth figures on the COVID-19 Delta variant -- using the report to urge Congress to pass his proposals for $4.7 trillion in new federal spending
Northeast braces for even more flooding as Ida-rocked region dries out
At least 48 people died across five states when the storm wreaked havoc and left a trail of destruction from Maryland to New York.
Search continues for man whose arm was torn off by alligator
Authorities are still looking for a Louisiana man who went missing after an alligator tore his arm off inside his shed, which was flooded during Ida.
Video shows shoppers fleeing from ISIS-inspired attacker in New Zealand
Chilling video captured the frantic moments shoppers at a New Zealand supermarket ran for their lives Friday when an ISIS-inspired attacker stabbed six people before being shot dead.
Can't stop, won't stop: De Blasio hints at run for governor in 2022
Hizzoner initially sidestepped his ambitions when asked about speculation on "Morning Joe," saying his focus was on collaborating with Gov. Kathy Hochul and "bringing this city back."
Woman fatally struck by truck identified
Rachel Gandel, 62, was crossing at Myrtle and Bedford avenues in Bedford-Stuyvesant around 11:30 a.m. Thursday.
FIFA responds to 'concerning' racist abuse against England players
After England players faced racial abuse in Hungary, FIFA said Friday it will take “adequate actions.”
Father of five attacked by two men in Malibu
The family from out of town was eating lunch on Dan Blocker Beach in Malibu Sunday when two homeless men approached, telling them they "were not allowed" there.
US added 235K jobs in August, way below expectations of 720K
The US added just 235,000 jobs last month, falling way short of expectations amid fresh concerns over the pace of the labor market's recovery due to surging COVID-19 cases.
Kate Walsh's Dr. Addison returns to 'Grey's Anatomy' for Season 18
She will reprise her star-making character in a multi-episode arc during Season 18. Are Sandra Oh and Katherine Heigl next?
Before-and-after satellite images show flooding in NY, NJ after Hurricane Ida
The superstorm left at least 46 people dead across five states, including 25 in the Garden State and at least 13 in the Big Apple.
Devastation in Jersey: Ida death toll rises to 25 — Seton Hall student among missing
The New Jersey death toll from Hurricane Ida rose overnight to 25 — and will "sadly likely" increase again with at least six people still missing.
The year Derek Jeter proved he had the grit to be great
The Yankees’ sixth-overall pick in the 1992 draft, Jeter was busy committing a league-record 56 errors in 126 games during the 1993 season.
Space company Firefly blows up rocket in first launch due to 'anomaly'
Space company Firefly launched its so-called Alpha rocket for the first time on Thursday evening, but it blew up just a couple minutes into the flight due to an "anomaly."
Texas gov defends anti-abortion law, says Elon Musk likes his policies
Gov. Greg Abbott defended his state's law banning all abortions after a fetal heartbeat can be detected, by claiming that Tesla CEO Elon Musk "likes the social policies in the...
NYC man struck by suspected drunk driver in BMW as he waited for bus
A 62-year-old man was critically hurt when a suspected drunk driver lost control of his BMW and slammed into him as he waited for a bus.
Yankees finally getting key piece back
When the Yankees open their homestand on Friday, they expect to have Gleyber Torres back at shortstop for the first time since Aug. 8, when he sprained his thumb. Torres...
Former Giants running back has another new team
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The Atlanta Falcons have signed former Giants running back Wayne Gallman, who was cut this week by the San Francisco 49ers. The Falcons released running back...
Mets veteran puts together solid outing after rocky start
Carlos Carrasco’s performance Thursday night was a microcosm of his brief tenure in Flushing: A scary start, but a steady finish as the Mets beat the Marlins 4-3 at Citi...
How USMNT fared in World Cup qualifying opener
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — The United States showed promise but no ability to finish in its pandemic-delayed World Cup qualifying opener, drawing 0-0 at El Salvador on Thursday night...
Suspect sought in NYC anti-gay subway attack
New York City Police Department is investigating an apparent anti-gay attack that occurred on the subway in Brooklyn last week.
Liberty fall despite big night from Sabrina Ionescu
EVERETT, Wash. — Breanna Stewart scored 33 points and the Seattle Storm pulled away to beat the New York Liberty 85-75 on Thursday night. The Storm (19-10) ended a three-game...
Biden going to Delaware for long weekend amid Afghanistan crisis
President Biden is scheduled to spend at least part of Labor Day weekend at his home in Delaware despite the ongoing fallout from the chaotic evacuation of Afghanistan.
New Zealand police kill 'terrorist' after he stabs 6 people at supermarket
New Zealand police officers shot and killed a man who injured several people in an apparent attack at an Auckland mall supermarket, according to local reports.
911 operator wanted for deliberately hanging up on callers
New Orleans police are on the hunt for Precious Stephens after the emergency operator was accused of deliberately hanging up on callers who dialed 911.
Afghan evacuee detained after screening at US base in Germany
An Afghan man who was evacuated from the war-torn country to Germany has been detained after he was flagged during a security screening, America's top military commander in Europe said...
Member of ISIS 'Beatles' death squad pleads guilty, faces life in jail
Alexanda Amon Kotey, who is responsible for the brutal killings and kidnappings of American hostages, plead guilty to eight charges on Thursday.