November 16, 2021

Seton Hall pulls off major upset

Jared Rhoden scored 16 points, helping Seton Hall rally to beat No. 4 Michigan 67-65 on Tuesday night at Ann Arbor, Mich.

'Threat tags': FBI used counterterrorism ploys over alleged harassment of educators, whistleblower says

The FBI created a “threat tag” over alleged menacing statements made against school administrators and teachers in accordance with a memo issued by the Justice Department.

3 people shot in hail of gunfire outside NYC recording studio

Three people were shot in a hail of gunfire outside a Midtown recording studio on Tuesday night, sources said.

Mets' GM-to-be has to answer for previous failures

Billy Eppler's hire will feature a rite of passage in which one must address the past, account for what transpired, as well as look forward.

What Luis Rojas is bring to his new Yankees role

The Yankees hope change is good for them, as they will have the ex-Mets manager on their coaching staff.

At least 1 dead from mudslides in Canada after heavy rains

Police said search and rescue personnel were continuing to look for other possible victims from Monday’s slides.

Here's the latest College Football Playoff rankings

Georgia, Alabama, Oregon and Ohio State held their places in the College Football Playoff ranking Tuesday, with Cincinnati still sitting at fifth.

Biden's Build Back Better would push US over the debt cliff

President Biden’s false claim that his “Build Back Better” spending blowout would cost “zero dollars” just got further exposed for the farce it is.

Drew Bledsoe's Tom Brady emotions got the best of him

Drew Bledsoe is only human, and he has the grace to be honest about it.

Nets fail key statement-game test

Kevin Durant and his Nets were calling Golden State the best team in the NBA before Tuesday’s clash. A nationally televised beatdown proved them right.

Surging Rangers extend winning streak

Chris Kreider had another goal, Kaapo Kakko scored for the second straight game, and the Rangers beat the Canadiens Tuesday night. It was their fourth straight win.

‘J-Joke’ is on Andrew Cuomo: Goodwin

Andrew Cuomo’s lashing on the JCOPE was his own doing as the disgraced governor faces retribution for his sexual harassment and nursing home death scandals, Michael Goodwin writes.

Eric Adams cracks up 'Late Show' audience, gifts Stephen Colbert rolling papers and 'weed'

He's bringing laughs and political policy. Mayor-elect Eric Adams cracked up audience members during Monday night's “Late Show” appearance with Stephen Colbert.

Islanders end marathon road trip with dud

Ilya Sorokin allowed four goals on 17 shots in the first period for the Islanders and was replaced before the second.

The shameful betrayal of New York's Finest

NYPD Officer Kyo Sun Lee was minding his own business in The Bronx on Sunday when he was attacked without warning or provocation. 

Hochul pledges hire of new Italian-American Affairs director amid backlash

Gov. Kathy Hochul is hiring a new director of Italian-American Affairs after being ripped for axing the former liaison to the state's largest ethnic community without consulting locals.

Why Jets are NFL's worst team

With apologies to the NFL fans in Detroit and Houston, the Jets are the worst team in the NFL right now.

Nightcrawler Eric Adams genuinely likes NYC — which could be key to bringing it back to life

Our incoming mayor obviously — and hugely — likes New York City. He's enamored of our multifarious treasures and pleasures and makes no secret that he is.

Knicks guard looking to snap out of shooting slump: 'keep working'

RJ Barrett fired his way out of a lengthy shooting slump early last season, and the third-year swingman is sure he can do it again.

The change that led to Giants' defensive resurgence

For the second straight season, the Giants defense is experiencing a midseason breakthrough responsible for reviving once-dead playoff hopes.

Judge in Ghislaine Maxwell trial to be recommended to higher court

The judge in Ghislaine Maxwell’s trial may be moving up to a federal appeals court, adding yet more uncertainty to the high-profile case.

What Yankees' Aaron Boone thinks of free agent Carlos Correa

Yankees fans might not be ready to embrace the possibility of Carlos Correa, but Aaron Boone is willing to look past his scandal-scarred career.

Here's what Eric Adams wants to do with billions in federal infrastructure funds

Mayor-elect Eric Adams laid out his priorities for the billions in infrastructure funds headed to the Big Apple.

USMNT settles for a draw

A point on the road still left the Americans on track to claim one of three spots from North and Central America and the Caribbean.

'Missing' NJ girl actually ran away after years of abuse by mom: prosecutors

Jamie Moore was slapped with child endangerment charges Friday in connection with the disappearance of 14-year-old Jashyah Moore.

Eric Adams speaks at 25th anniversary 'Chicago' show to pump NYC tourism

Mayor-elect Eric Adams made a surprise appearance at the Ambassador Theater Tuesday night for the 25th anniversary of the hit musical "Chicago" -- part of a push to pump up...

'Squid Game' fans mad at Chrissy Teigen's theme party: 'So beyond tone-deaf'

The former model is once again rubbing people the wrong way thanks to a recent "Squid Game" party criticized as "tone-deaf."

When prosecutors and cops are at war, innocents pay a bloody price

With district attorneys not even asking for bail against career criminals, cops have no way of protecting the public from vagrants being let loose, the Post Editorial Board writes.

Suit claims NYC principal purged white staffers and retaliated against Hispanic whistleblower

A Brooklyn principal purged her staff of white teachers and retaliated against a Hispanic whistleblower who flagged grade fraud and other misconduct, according to a federal lawsuit.

How to protect your kids from TikTok's documented dangers to physical and emotional well-being

Our young people, who have had a phone or iPad as a babysitter since toddlerhood, are being offered up as sacrificial victims to social media gods who care only about...

$676M record: How nasty Macklowe divorce led to Sotheby's biggest auction ever

It was a divorce for the history books. The split of real-estate billionaire Harry Macklowe and his ex-wife Linda led to the richest night of art sales in Sotheby’s history...

More justice for Andrew Cuomo: unwinding the scandalous OK of his rancid book deal

The wheels of justice turn slowly, but for disgraced ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo, they continue to grind.

New book explores celeb dog-lovers including David Letterman

They’ve gone for the dogs New book “Pup Culture” by four-legged lover Victoria Lily Shaffer has barks by Glenn Close, Vanessa Williams, Tony Bennett, David Letterman and a crateful of animal owners. Letterman: “Years ago, waiting to...

One 'beautiful to watch' dynasty ended too soon

Steve Kerr had it right, even if nobody wanted to listen to it. This was late in the evening of June 8, 2018, in Cleveland, maybe an hour after the...

Two former pro athletes find retirement thrill in boxing

For Frank Gore and Deron Williams, a difficult part of their transition to boxing has been the jogging. It’s at a slower pace than they were used to. For Gore,...

The real lesson of the Rittenhouse trial: Riots guarantee death and ruined lives

Fearing violence, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers sent the National Guard in to Kenosha in advance of the jury verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse case.

House Dems tee up vote to censure Rep. Paul Gosar over AOC, Biden attack tweet

House Democrats will vote Wednesday on a resolution to censure and remove Rep. Paul Gosar from his committee assignments after his anime video attack tweet.

Biden Delaware trips cost taxpayers about $3M in Secret Service alone

President Biden's regular weekend getaways and a few midweek trips home to Delaware have cost nearly $3 million in security alone, Secret Service expense records shared with The Post show.

Yankees face AL East competition in Justin Verlander pursuit

The Yankees can offer a few advantages to Justin Verlander, but his rival-including market could drive his price up too high.

Biden's 'good news' on the border is still pretty terrible

Bidenites are rushing to cite October’s decline in border crossings as proof that they’re finally turning things around. Yet the number is still at a historic peak, far above the...

Inside look at Mets' managerial candidates

Here are five candidates who could be in consideration for the Mets' manager vacancy under incoming GM Billy Eppler.

NYPD boss Dermot Shea partly blames crime spike on failure to keep suspects on Rikers

The city's top cop Dermot Shea on Tuesday pinned part of the blame for the Big Apple’s crime spike on the failure to keep suspects in custody on Rikers Island.

Quentin Tarantino sued by Miramax over ‘Pulp Fiction’ NFTs

The film distribution company claims in a lawsuit that Tarantino has plans to sell a set of tokens that feature iconic scenes from the 1994 film in violation of the...

Salt Bae’s NYC steakhouse discriminated against non-Turkish workers, ex-employees claim

Two former employees of a Manhattan steakhouse owned by famed Turkish chef Nusr-et Gökçe — better known as "Salt Bae" — have each filed $500,000 lawsuits.

Jamie Dornan recalls 'wrath of hatred' for 'Fifty Shades': 'I am still paying penance'

The Irish actor, 39, said he was "relieved" when another star was initially cast in the erotic drama for this reason.

Mail-ins notch Justin Brannan NYC Council return amid GOP surge

Fox led Brannan by 255 votes in the unofficial machine count on Election night, but Brannan overtook Fox and led by more than 300 votes with the count of absentee...

Stroke survivor Timothy Omundson back for 'Psych 3' and new podcast

Timothy Omundson has segued from "This Is Us" to "This is Gus." The veteran actor, 52, who continues to recover from a 2017 stroke -- and just launched a new...

Courts debunk cash-hungry governments' harmful opioid myths

Since 2014, state and local governments have filed thousands of lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies they blame for causing the “opioid crisis.”

St. John's gets first real test of the season at Indiana

The first two games have gone according to plan. Two blowout victories. Two impressive performances in which the roster upgrades were obvious.

Latinos turn Republican and other commentary

From the right: Latinos Turn Republican “The Democratic Party has historically taken Latinos for granted,” argues Soledad Ursúa at The American Mind. But “Latinos are emerging as a significant voting...

Letters to the Editor — Nov. 17, 2021

New York Post readers sound off about MSNBC host Joy Reid’s comments about Kyle Rittenhouse crying on the stand during his murder trial and Geoffrey Corn and Richard Natonski’s column...

What's next for Mets after losing Syndergaard

Noah Syndergaard is leaving the Mets just as they are finally closing in on hiring a general manager.

'I could have died that night': NYPD cop outraged over bail-fail involving his attacker

An NYPD cop who was nearly stabbed to death by a man in 2008 — only to watch the ex-con go free after allegedly attacking another officer Sunday — says...

NYC doorman says he has written proof that late resident left him chunk of estate

A Manhattan doorman claimed a building resident left him a chunk of his million-dollar estate -- and now says he has the signed forms to prove it.

No one has anything positive to say about Jared Goff

Jared Goff is fending off shots, both overt and indirect.

NYC's Four Seasons Hotel eyes spring reopening amid spat with landlord

New York's Four Seasons Hotel is angling to reawaken from a two-year, COVID-driven slumber this spring -- even as its management company and the building’s owner squabble over fees. The...

Westchester man sentenced for hate crime in random stabbing of 17-year-old

A white Westchester County man was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years in state prison for the random beating and stabbing of a black teenage girl in 2020. Robert McCallion, 36,...

Second arrest made in botched gang hit killing of innocent Bronx man

Samson Walston, who was on parole until 2026 for first-degree gang assault, was arrested in the Bronx in connection with the killing of Saikou Koma, 21, sources said.

Holy smokes: Chris Tucker reveals why he refused to film 'Friday' sequels

He’s weeding out the rumors since it's been widely speculated that Tucker passed on starring in the blockbuster hit's continuations due to beef with Ice Cube over money.

The shocking storyline 'The Office' creators planned for Jim and Pam

 John Krasinski reveals that he opposed a controversial storyline with his costar Jenna Fisher that would've angered loyal fans of the show.

Rep. Speier latest high-profile Dem retirement ahead of midterms

Rep. Jackie Speier (D-Calif.) announced Tuesday she will not seek reelection in 2022, becoming the latest high-profile Democrat to retire from politics.

Daniel Baldwin says Alec only being blamed for deadly 'Rust' shooting because of his political views

Alec Baldwin's brother Daniel reckons his star sibling bears "no responsibility" for shooting dead his cinematographer -- and is being made a scapegoat because of his "staunch" political views.

Hardliners gun for Katko over vote, Gosar defends AOC anime in 'bizarre' GOP meet

A group of conservative hardliners took aim Tuesday at Rep. John Katko over his support of the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill.

Wild video shows men shooting at each other in broad daylight in the Bronx

Wild new video shows the moment two men shot at each other at point-blank range in a broad daylight Bronx gun battle this week.

Netflix reports its viewership numbers for the first time

Netflix said it will begin regularly reporting viewership numbers for its top movies and shows, marking a shift in strategy to release internal data. The streaming giant -- which had...

Adams' circle warns off 'defund' booster Rivera as speaker

Adams' allies are spreading the word that he'd support anyone except Councilwoman Rivera, a Democrat who represents the Lower East Side and surrounding neighborhoods.

Penthouse in Heath Ledger death building sells for record $49M

The massive loft-like home is in a 19th-century cast-iron building where the late actor Heath Ledger tragically overdosed back in 2008. 

Married 11 times and counting: Meet the women 'Addicted to Marriage'

“I was raised in a family where it was very Christian and you couldn’t have sex outside of marriage. And so in order to get that, I had to get...

DHS watchdog declined to probe 'whipping' claims against border agents

The DHS Office of Inspector General declined to investigate allegations that border agents used whips against Haitian migrants earlier this year.

Biden predicts $1.75T bill passes 'within a week' — despite cost concerns

President Biden on predicted Congress will pass his massive social and environmental spending bill "within a week" despite reluctance from centrist Democrats.

DaBaby and DaniLeigh's birth charts spell doomed love — and live feeds

You can see a lot about the crash and burn of Sagittarius singer DaniLeigh and Capricorn rapper DaBaby.

Erika Jayne and Tom Girardi cut price of mansion again amid messy divorce

Erika Jayne and soon-to-be ex-husband Tom Girardi are running out of time to sell their marital home, and have been forced to chip yet another chunk off of the listing,...

Chris Russo 'shocked' Wisconsin students never heard of 'Shawshank Redemption'

Chris Russo visited his son and naturally took it upon himself to find out what kids these days are — or, in this case, aren't — watching or listening to.

How Serena and Venus’ dad raised champs — and ‘rubbed people the wrong way’

With “King Richard" — the new film starring Will Smith as Richard Williams — opening in theaters and on HBO Max Friday, the movie's director and top tennis insiders discuss...

Forget 'Jeopardy!' LeVar Burton set to host new trivia game show

The "Reading Rainbow" alum isn't hosting "Jeopardy!" anymore, but he has a new gig.

Paroled ex-con charged with murder in stray-bullet shooting of Brooklyn mom

An ex-con who was put back on the streets this past summer has been busted in the stray-bullet slaying of a Brooklyn mom that took place just 22 days later,...

'I just knew': Birthmark on best friend's baby helps woman learn her husband is the dad

Hailey Custer, 28, a mother of four from Arizona, was left heartbroken after finding out her husband, Travis Bowling, 36, allegedly cheated on her with her bestie.

Ahmaud Arbery was still standing after deadly shots as he was in 'fight-or-flight' mode: ME

Ahmaud Arbery was still standing after being shot twice at close-range because he was in “fight-or-flight” mode – even though just one of the bullets that left a gaping hole...

Michelle Beadle's surprising revelation after '800 days' out of the media spotlight

Beadle, who has been gone from ESPN airwaves for over two years now, launched a new podcast for The Athletic. In her introductory episode, she explained what motivated her return.

Ridley Scott hates superhero movies: ‘Not any f--king good’ and 'boring as s--t'

The director has made it very clear that he is among the cadre of famous directors who are not fans of the superhero movie genre.

NBA star's girlfriend attends his game with his lookalike

Will the real Alex Caruso please stand up?

Inside Pete Alonso's 'best' wedding weekend, possible wardrobe malfunction

Pete Alonso added some new hardware to his collection over the weekend: a wedding band.

One NFL great is already skeptical of Odell Beckham's fit with new team

Troy Aikman is worried about how Odell Beckham Jr. will fit within the Rams' offense after just one game.

Sophia 'Pee' Urista, silent amid scandal, isn't first rocker to urinate onstage

Shania Twain, Ozzy Osbourne, Fergie, Gene Simmons and, yes, Marie Osmond have gone No. 1 onstage. 

Adam Driver never wants to do Comic-Con again: 'It was scary’

Comic-Con organizers told the "Star Wars" star that if he wanted to leave his hotel room for any reason, he should "put a mask on so nobody knows who you...

PolitiFact slammed for 'fact-check' on Rittenhouse legally owning gun

PolitiFact has been criticized for a "fact-check" that claimed to readers that Kyle Rittenhouse's possession of a firearm was illegal. Judge Bruce E. Schroeder has thrown out the weapons charge.

Boyfriend in custody after missing teacher's body found in Mexico

Fidel Barragan, 28, was taken into custody after 24-year-old Alexandra Morales' remains were discovered last week on the side of the road in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Mayorkas struggles to explain what Kamala Harris does in immigration role

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas admitted that Vice President Kamala Harris has not been "directly" involved in his department's key policy decisions.

Knicks center jokes about wearing Timberlands to solve shoe crisis

The Knicks’ starting center joked that his ongoing search to find the right shoes to wear during games may lead him to a sturdier but unlikely fashion choice.

Austin Butler struts as Elvis in first teaser for Baz Luhrmann biopic

Austin Butler as Elvis has got fans all shook up.

Parasailing fail! Couple sent flying after rope snaps

Oh, “chute”! A parasailing couple was lucky to survive a terrifying accident when the rope attached to the boat snapped as they were flying through the air. Watch the shocking...

$52 million Jets bust released by latest team as sad decline continues

If you blinked you might have missed it, but Le'Veon Bell's time with the Ravens is over.

Jacob Blake's uncle slams 'coward' gov for calling in National Guard ahead of Rittenhouse verdict

Justin Blake said that the Black Lives Matter protesters outside of the courthouse were only "positively focused" on a guilty verdict in the Rittenhouse case.

The final hurdle before Mets officially name new GM

As long as Billy Eppler clears a background check, he will become the Mets’ general manager.

DC to lift indoor mask mandate in most public spaces

Washington, DC, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the easing of the restriction as the district's daily COVID-19 case counts have been plateauing since mid-October.

'Rust' crew member who nearly lost arm after spider bite faces long recovery

Jason Miller is recovering at a specialized care facility in Albuquerque and has undergone three surgeries to save his left arm after he was bit by a brown recluse spider...

Browns receiver celebrates twerking MMA girlfriend after win

Browns receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones was all for girlfriend Valerie Loureda's unique celebration after defeating Taylor Turner at Bellator 271 on Friday.

Brave buffalo won't back down from 2.5-ton rhino's head-butt attack

A stalwart buffalo in South Africa was praised by safari-goers after standing its ground against a white rhino over three times its size — despite getting charged and hoisted off...

Ryan Reynolds’ birth chart shows why we want to be the Scorpio's BFF

The "Red Notice" actor is handsome, he’s dashing — but there’s something genuinely relatable about the A-lister that keeps fans coming back for more.

Ollie the dog helps kids with vaccine hesitancy one jab at a time

Ollie and 14 other dogs of the PetSmart Paws for Hope Canine Therapy Program have been helping kids age 5 to 11 ever since they became eligible for the vaccine...

Internal Rangers options to replace Sammy Blais and avoid rushed trade

Before looking outside the organization, the GM might want to give first cracks to one of these big-bodied forwards toiling in Hartford.

McDonald's worker reveals 6,400-item order in viral TikTok

According to the post, the order asked for 1,600 McChicken sandwiches, 1,600 McDoubles (cheeseburgers) and 3,200 cookies. The customer also asked that it be ready in four hours.

Kamala Harris is a very weird person

Americans tend to tolerate presidents who have proven to be stupid or incompetent, but Harris is downright weird.

Take the underdog in this intrastate college basketball showdown

South Alabama’s team looks much different than a season ago, featuring just returning two players who averaged at least one point per game. But the Jaguars imported plenty of transfers...

Tom Brady's mood wasn't much better day after bolting press conference

The 44-year-old quarterback was still stewing Monday during his "Let's Go!" SiriusXM podcast with broadcaster Jim Gray.

Cruz, Mayorkas clash over 'Biden cages' for migrant kids in hearing

Sen. Ted Cruz peppered Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas with repeated questions about children the lawmaker said were being held in "Biden cages" at the border.

'McGross:' Viral TikToks expose McDonald's for 'nauseating' meal prep

Bah-duh-bah-bah-Nah! — Fast-foodies are not lovin’ this.  Frozen bricks of presumed pork, reheated store-bought cookies and grease-caked griddles are just a few of the antiheroes features in the “nauseating,” yet...

White House insists Biden not an ‘old friend’ of China's President Xi Jinping

The White House on Tuesday insisted that President Biden is not an "old friend" of Chinese President Xi Jinping — despite Xi saying so at a virtual summit Monday.

'Challenging conditions': Canadian authorities search for survivors after torrential rains, landslides

Search teams are using dogs in their search for motorists after portions of highways in British Columbia were shut down by extreme rainfall.

Cold weather can cause ‘winter vagina’ – and it’s bad news for your sex life

As winter approaches one expert is warning that the cold weather could play havoc with your vagina.

Google Cloud outage crashes major sites including Snapchat, Spotify

A sweeping Google Cloud outage on Tuesday briefly crashed popular websites, including Spotify, Discord and Etsy that has been partially resolved.

Apple will self-supply up to 80 percent of iPhone modem chips, Qualcomm predicts

Qualcomm on Tuesday said that it believes it will supply only 20 percent of the modem chips to connect Apple iPhone wireless data networks by the device's 2023 launch. Qualcomm...

Sisters who 'played' pregnant as kids re-create 'sweet' childhood photo

Their childhood picture came true -- only this time, their babies are real and not balloons. 

Giant Reese's cup 'Thanksgiving Pie' is sold out — but you can still get one

More like a Reese's pizza: Hershey's sweet monstrosity measures 9 inches long — the diameter of a standard pizza — and consists of "3.25 pounds of solid peanut butter and...

Man hospitalized with seizures discovers tapeworm was in brain for decades

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that humans can become infected with tapeworms by eating raw or undercooked beef.

Noah Syndergaard's exit gives new Mets GM a problem he failed to solve last time

Among the headaches Billy Eppler will encounter embarking on his Mets GM tenure will be what to do with a problem-laced rotation that will likely now not have Noah Syndergaard...

NFL reporter on the one 'disturbing' aspect of her dream job

Melanie Collins may adore her job as an NFL sideline reporter for CBS, but there's one aspect about being on the road that she finds "disturbing."

Allegedly intoxicated medic kills patient in ambulance crash -- then hails an Uber

A Georgia paramedic who allegedly admitted to being high on drugs has been arrested after crashing his ambulance and killing the patient he was transporting -- before trying to flee...

NBA star's mic cuts on ESPN while promoting podcast on Colin Cowherd network

It would have been a fun conspiracy theory, but alas there is a reasonable explanation.

'Harry Potter' stars to reunite for special, but J.K. Rowling notably left out

After two decades, eight films, two spinoff movies and a theater play later, the original stars are reuniting to celebrate the magic of the Wizarding World.

ViacomCBS reportedly selling its CBS studio for $1.8 billion

ViacomCBS is selling its CBS Studio Center in Los Angeles for $1.8 billion to a pair of acquisitive real-estate firms, according to a report.

Tinder co-founder lands in heated exchange with Barry Diller's company lawyer

Tinder co-founder Sean Rad got heated with attorneys for Barry Diller’s media empire on Tuesday, accusing the companies he’s suing for billions of misrepresenting evidence.

Staffing shortages at school districts across US cause cancelations, anxiety among parents

Schools in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Washington state, Maryland and Colorado have all canceled classes in recent days because of staffing shortages.

Dems scramble on $1.75T bill as Pelosi's Thanksgiving deadline looms

Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Biden's $1.75 trillion social spending bill must be passed if House leaders want to go home for Thanksgiving.

What is a birth chart in astrology — and how do you read one?

Your birth chart is the map of your personality and your life. Find out what the stars say about you!

Activision Blizzard CEO once threatened to have his assistant killed: report

In 2006, one of Activision CEO Bobby Kotick's assistants complained that he had harassed her and even threatened in a voicemail to have her killed, the Wall Street Journal reported.

American Airlines forms blockchain partnership to boost corporate travel

American Airlines and Swiss travel platform Winding Tree said on Tuesday they have formed a partnership that will enable corporate buyers to access the US airline's data on flights directly.

The 17 best Thanksgiving gift basket ideas to show gratitude

Show your Thanksgiving host just how much you appreciate them with a thoughtful gift basket. 

Pee-wee Herman's comeback: Paul Reubens' viral campaign lands him gig

Paul Reubens a k a Pee-wee Herman will soon embark on a new "big adventure."

'You're under oath': Graham grills Mayorkas on border, Afghanistan at Senate hearing

Sen. Lindsay Graham reminded Mayorkas that he was testifying under oath and asked how many people were vetted before they boarded planes bound for the US.

CBP reports 164K illegal immigrant stops in October, more than double from 2020

According to US Customs and Border Protection, more than 164,000 people were apprehended last month while attempting to illegally cross the US-Mexico border.

Try these simple hacks to make your iPhone feel like brand new

Having full iPhone storage can lead to a range of issues, including not being able to update your iOS and not having room for any more photos.

Man allegedly threatens to kill TSA agent after masturbating naked in airport

Frank Towers has been charged with fourth-degree assault and threats of violence following the outburst in the check-in area at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

Retail sales rise as supply chain holdups spur earlier holiday shopping

Consumer spending accelerated in October as shoppers kicked off the holiday shopping season earlier than usual due to the supply chain bottlenecks.

HIV patient 'cured' herself without treatment, study suggests

The 30-year-old mom has been dubbed the “Esperanza patient” after the Argentinian town where she lives -- and whose name fittingly means "hope.''

Counting down the 75 most important people in Knicks history: No. 35-26, from Amar'e Stoudemire to John Starks

Amar'e Stoudemire. Mark Jackson. John Starks. Where do they rank among the top 75 Knicks of all time?

Banksy art ripped out of building wall by UK landlord

In something of a self-fulfilling prophecy, a Banksy mural of a crowbar-wielding child was removed from the wall due to its worth.

Former Super Bowl champ busted in Florida with pounds of pot, guns in Corvette

The 32-year-old Bradham, who played one game for the Denver Broncos last season, was pulled over Saturday in Leon County when its tags came back “not assigned."

How an NFL coach used 'Monkey Butt' to motivate his players

Monkey butt for the win. Following an ugly Week 9 loss to the Broncos, Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy provided his players with [Anti] Monkey Butt, an anti-chafing powder. Why? According...

O.J. Simpson gets rejected by Tiktok fan

O.J. Simpson was seen on trying to make moves with a fan of his on a late night out. The video surfaced on TikTok with commenters going crazy over the...

Wounded deer runs into Louisiana hospital, scurries up escalator: video

A dauntless deer seemingly in search of medical care dashed into a Louisiana hospital -- shocking staffers and visitors as it hoofed up an escalator onto the second floor, wild...

'Bones' and 'NCIS' actor Heath Freeman dead at 41

Freeman was best known for playing murderer Howard Epps on "Bones." His other acting credits include guest spot son "ER," "NCIS," "Raising the Bar" and "Without a Trace."

Ex-Knicks GM's 'painful' family Holocaust history finally told

Dan Grunfeld said tale of his father Ernie's family history has never been told.

Young Venezuelans attempt to break Guinness record for largest orchestra

The attempt, by the country's National System of Youth and Children's Orchestras, known as "The System", would beat a Russian record set two years ago and will be judged by...

'Long time coming': US journalist freed from Myanmar prison arrives at JFK

American journalist Danny Fenster is back on home soil after six months behind bars in a Myanmar prison.

Shea says he's aware of 'zero' instances of fake vaccine cards involving cops

The city's top cop said Tuesday he is unaware of any NYPD officers who submitted bogus COVID-19 vaccination cards, after The Post revealed scofflaw firefighters and sanitation workers are in...

Why New Yorkers are joining Pure, the dating app 'where anything goes'

Pure has only started marketing its app in the US as a site for “shameless dating,” an online ad board where users can explicitly say what they’re looking for right...

Viral gun-toting lawyers show support for Kyle Rittenhouse in Kenosha shooting trial

The gun-toting St Louis couple who pointed their weapons at Black Lives Matter protesters outside their home last year have traveled to Kenosha, Wisconsin to support Kyle Rittenhouse.

 I found out my boss was secretly changing my clock – I’m losing pay every week

For months on end, the employee was none the wiser to their management's sly antics - until they checked their timesheets.

Home Depot surges to record high on strong start to holiday season

Home Depot beat quarterly sales estimates by nearly $2 billion on Tuesday and signaled a strong start to the holiday season as Americans spend more on tools and materials to...

Trevor Lawrence shows off his cooking skills with wife Marissa

Add chef to Trevor Lawrence's résumé.

Sen. Grassley blasts DHS, Biden for border: 'Sorry state of affairs'

Sen. Chuck Grassley noted that federal authorities have apprehended more than 1.4 million migrants since President Biden took office.

Chad Pennington's most rewarding comeback

Chad Pennington has engineered yet another comeback, but this time with the help of his Marshall-bound son and their football family.

Throwing the book at Cuomo: Ethics watchdog votes to revoke $5M 'American Crisis' deal

The Joint Commission on Public Ethics approved a resolution by a 12-1 vote to rescind its decision allowing Cuomo to write "American Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Indonesia baby elephant dies after losing half of her trunk

The 1-year-old female was among the last of the island’s 700 wild Sumatran elephants.

Wall Street bonuses poised to hit record highs as banker shortage slams industry

After winning significant salary bumps this year, Wall Street financiers can now expect a double-digit increase in year-end bonuses -- a jump not seen since before the Great Recession.

Cook anything in this all-in-one pan, now 44% off for pre-Black Friday

Adding a versatile cooking pan to your kitchen can make cooking a wide range of dishes a lot easier, and also change up the recipes that you rely on. With a good-quality...

Triple suicide bombers in Uganda capital kill three civilians, wound dozens

At least 33 people were being treated in hospital, including five who were in critical condition, police spokesperson Fred Enanga said.

KFC tells customers to ditch the drive-thru for pick-ups

Kentucky Fried Chicken wants some customers to ditch its drive-thrus and get their food inside the restaurant after ordering on its app.

This deadly 'Megaspider' can penetrate human fingernails with 1-inch fangs

An arachnophobe's biggest nightmare: Measuring over 3 inches long (twice the length of a normal spider) with nearly 1-inch fangs, the deadly specimen was the biggest in "30-plus years." 

NYC set to receive billions in funding from infrastructure bill

New York City is set to score billions in funding for badly needed transit, road and airport improvements from the the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure legislation inked by President Biden...

Halle Berry wants a do-over for her Razzie-winning role in 'Catwoman'

“I would have 'Catwoman' saving the world like most male superheroes do, and not just saving women from their faces cracking off," she said.

COVID outbreak at nursing home kills 8 people, infects 89

Sixty-seven residents and 22 staffers at Geer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in North Canaan have tested positive for the virus since September 30, 2021.

Hong Kong let JPMorgan CEO skip quarantine because it’s a ‘huge bank’

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon was allowed to skip Hong Kong's strict 21-day quarantine when he visited for a brief business trip -- because he works for a "very huge bank"...

WH warns CBO likely won't rule $1.75T spending bill paid for: report

It was reported on Monday that the White House “has begun bracing lawmakers for a disappointing estimate" from the non-partisan budget office.

Wedding photographers say there are 3 signs that a marriage won't last

Several photographers and separated partners agreed that the wedding theory might be rooted in truth.

Chiefs star gushes over girlfriend after huge win

Travis Kelce showered his favorite fan with lots of love on Sunday night.

'Tragedy with a miracle': Girl, 11, recovering after being sone survivor in plane crash

Christina Perdue survived a plane crash in Michigan that killed four people -- including her dad, who shielded her before impact – is reportedly recovering from several broken bones.

GOP senator wants Mayorkas to clarify migrant enforcement comments

In a letter initially obtained by Fox News, James Lankford questioned ICE's "Operation Horizon," in which ​legal documents were sent to about 78,000 migrants.

Mac Jones reveals his brush with fame before becoming football star

Jones revealed he was a child actor and model when asked about his "worst job" on a recent radio appearance.

I’m a self-confessed narcissist who cheated on my wife for 8 years – here are the signs you're dating one

The 33-year-old admits he gaslit his exes and cheated on his wife for eight years, before realizing he was a narcissist.

Add customizable lighting to your home during this pre-Black Friday sale

Lighting is so vital to creating pleasing and welcoming spaces that we want to spend time in at home. And with the development of technologies such as smart globes and...

Unpredictable NFL still a wide open race

“If you figure out the NFL this year, you are an absolute genius,” South Point oddsmaker Jimmy Vaccaro said.

Jets QB loses it over 'stunning' girlfriend's Instagram post

Zach Wilson could hardly contain himself after girlfriend Abbey Gile's latest Instagram post. On Monday, the Jets quarterback's girlfriend posted a pair of photos on Instagram promoting the women's clothing...

De Blasio touts 'full-strength' New Year's Eve celebration in Times Square

The annual Times Square New Year’s Eve ball-drop celebration will be back at “full strength” for "hundreds of thousands" of people vaccinated against COVID-19, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Tuesday....

Jury begins deliberations at Rittenhouse murder trial

The jury consists of seven women and five men who were selected Tuesday morning.

Police probe Christian convert identified in taxi blast outside Liverpool hospital

Police named the bomber who detonated his device outside Liverpool Women’s Hospital as Emad Al Swealmeen, 32, who came to Britain as an asylum-seeker several years ago.

Phil Mickelson was a star in his 'Manningcast' debut

Phil Mickelson was the star of Peyton and Eli Manning’s “Monday Night Football” ESPN2 broadcast of the 49ers' win over the Rams.

'The Simpsons' showrunner dishes on how the iconic sitcom will end

The first episode of "The Simpsons" aired on Dec. 17, 1989. The animated show is the only prime-time series to air new episodes in five different decades.

Grape Scott! Bottle of wine sells for $1 million in record-breaking auction

According to sources, only 900 bottles, or 75 cases of the larger bottle of the cabernet sauvignon were produced.

Walmart grocery sales surging amid rising inflation fears

Shoppers are flocking to Walmart as soaring prices for household goods ranging from gas to groceries take an ever-bigger bite out of their wallets.

Biden blame game: White House claims sagging poll numbers are from'COVID fatigue'

White House press secretary Jen Psaki deflected questions about Biden's low approval rating on Monday.

Russia shoots down satellite in ‘debris-generating event': US Space Command

Russia said Monday that an object is no longer in the path of the International Space Station following the destruction of a satellite.

Rangers winger out for season after being clipped by rival

Rangers winger Sammy Blais is out for the season with a torn ACL.

Noah Syndergaard bolts Mets for stunning $21 million deal

Former Mets star pitcher Noah Syndergaard has agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Angels.

Violence erupts on Belarus-Poland border as guards, migrants clash

The dangerous situation along the Belarus–Poland border intensified Tuesday, as Polish forces fired tear gas and deployed water cannons against migrants who attacked them with stones.

Mike Tyson 'died' while tripping on psychedelic toad venom

Mike Tyson dropped dead from drugs — sorta. “I ‘died’ during my first trip,” the 55-year-old former world champion boxer told The Post at Wonderland, a Miami conference dedicated to...

George Clooney: Baldwin's deadly shooting 'infuriating' and 'insane'

George Clooney told Marc Maron's WTF podcast that the death of 42-year-old cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was clearly the result of "a lot of stupid mistakes."

Yankees free-agency target picked a curious time to mock Derek Jeter

Correa — a free agent who's been tabbed as a potential signing for the Yankees — recently said that Derek Jeter didn't deserve to win any of the five Gold...

Kool-Aid mixes recalled for potentially containing 'small pieces of metal or glass'

The metal and glass shards may have been accidentally mixed into the product during the manufacturing process, according to a grocery store chain in California.

Take a look at these College Football betting angles

The college football season is winding down. There are still a lot of things left to decide, including the College Football Playoff and all of the bowl teams, so these...

Sharing is caring: Pfizer will allow generic drug companies to make its COVID pill

Pfizer on Tuesday submitted an application seeking emergency-use authorization of a COVID-19 pill from the Food and Drug Administration. 

Tyson Foods hikes prices despite White House's 'profiteering' allegation

The company announced Monday that it's raising prices across the board as costs continue to build throughout the economy.

House social spending bill would cut SSN requirement for child tax credit

House Democrats’ sweeping $1.75 trillion social spending bill would remove the requirement that child tax credit claimants have a valid Social Security number.

Bear strolls into 7-Eleven, uses hand sanitizer as worker screams 'get out!'

Perhaps he needed his bear necessities: A clip of the critter's bizarre convenience store stop boasts 8.1 million viral views on TikTok as of Tuesday morning.

Everyone had a bad night in 'humbling' Rams loss

The Rams were hoping that acquiring Odell Beckham Jr. and Von Miller would be the last pieces to their championship puzzle. One game in, and the team looks farther away...

Cops ID woman found decomposed in Bronx apartment alongside boyfriend

Ashley Ducille, 29, and a 40-year-old man believed to be her boyfriend, were found dead in the apartment on Creston Avenue around 5:40 p.m. November 13, 2021.

Fortnite exits China as gov cracks down on 'spiritual opium'

Fortnite has officially shut down in China just three years after launching amid a government crackdown on gaming and technology firms.

Public Advocate Jumaane Williams announces he's running for governor

In a two-minute launch video, the former City Council member touted his activism on police reform and anti-establishment bona fides.

Coach K's grandson, Duke star freshman charged in DWI case

Michael Savarino was charged with a DWI and Paolo Banchero with aiding and abetting DWI in Orange County in North Carolina.

Ryan Reynolds tries hawking ‘Red Notice’ prop on 'Antiques Roadshow'

One fan called it the "funniest thing" they'd ever seen. The clip has now racked up 1.7 million views.

Wyoming GOP won't recognize Liz Cheney as member over anti-Trump stance

The party's central committee voted 31-29 over the weekend to take the step against Cheney, the daughter of former Vice President Dick Cheney.

Trump impeachment prosecutor announces bid for NY attorney general

Daniel Goldman took center stage in 2019 as the Democrats’ lead counsel during Trump's impeachment investigation.

Netanyahu appears in court as ex-aide prepares to take stand

Nir Hefetz, a former Netanyahu aide, is a star prosecution witness in the corruption case against Netanyahu, with his close proximity to Netanyahu a key part of the evidence.

The risky but best way to shuffle the Rangers’ lines after this latest blow

The Rangers are thin enough at the top when fully healthy. The inability of Alexis Lafreniere to secure a top-six spot upended all of the depth charts and created a...

The longest partial lunar eclipse of the century will change your life forever

Destined endings, turning points and revelations are coming for your zodiac sign near Nov. 19, 2021. Read exactly how you’re affected!

Embrace these fantasy football RB handcuff options

Different people have different likes and quirks and tendencies. You might understand why some people do things differently even if you don’t prefer to do it that way. Take, for...

Potential prison sentences Kyle Rittenhouse faces in Kenosha trial today

Jurors are set to begin deliberations at Kenosha gunman Kyle Rittenhouse's murder trial Tuesday -- deciding if the teen either walks or potentially gets as much as a mandatory life...

How Steph Curry and the Warriors got back on top and set up some new Nets drama

Kevin Durant will tell you he does not want to look behind, either, though he will be forced to when Steve Kerr, Stephen Curry and Draymond Green are on the...

Virginia school board settles with teacher who won't use kids' preferred pronouns

Byron Cross sparked outrage at a school meeting when he spoke out against proposed Policy 8040 and wouldn’t affirm that a “biological boy can be a girl and vice versa.”

Bitcoin tanks back below $60,000 as cryptos tumble

Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies nosedived Tuesday morning after notching new all-time highs in recent days.

Frying pan 'tornado' adds a twist to the kitchen

The cook’s not in Kansas anymore. Watch as a mini tornado forms inside a woman’s wok in Dalian, China, after she poured hot oil inside the pan.

NFL Power Rankings for Week 11

Sooner rather than later, it might be blasphemous that Mac Jones was the fifth quarterback selected in the first round.

Nike postpones release of Travis Scott sneaker collaboration

Nike has postponed the launch of a sneaker collaboration with Travis Scott in the wake of the Astroworld music festival tragedy, the company announced Monday.

Houston officials to conduct internal review into cause of Astroworld tragedy

Houston-area officials have decided to launch an internal review into the cause of the Astroworld music festival tragedy -- despite a proposal by a top elected official for a third-party...

These tight ends could provide late-season value in fantasy leagues

As the 2021 NFL season got underway, fantasy football managers began to see a light at the end of a very long and dark tight end tunnel.

This Knick may grow even more valuable

Knicks centers Nerlens Noel and Mitchell Robinson can’t stay healthy. But thankfully the Knicks still have 36-year-old relic Taj Gibson to bail them out on nights like Monday. 

Theo Epstein to Billy Eppler: Mets' path to new GM

The Mets and Billy Eppler were finalizing a deal Monday night to make him their next general manager, ending a six-week search for the club’s top executive.

Happy 220th birthday to The New York Post

It was 220 years ago Tuesday, November 16, 1801, that the first issue of The Evening Post was delivered to 600 lucky subscribers in New York City.