December 17, 2021

Rangers' struggles continue with shootout loss

Jonathan Marchessault scored in the third round of the shootout and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the New York Rangers 3-2 Friday night for their season-high fourth straight victory.

NYC parents blast belated TikTok school shooting threat warning

City parents said the Department of Education should have warned them earlier about a TikTok school shooting threat -- and that the late notice left no time to consider keeping...

Zach Wilson likely to face Dolphins without key lineman

This isn’t going to help Zach Wilson hit his stride. 

Giants vet shows accountability matters, but results must follow

Accountability doesn’t win football games. 

What returning Jets rookie learned while he was injured

Michael Carter, a powerful back who has proven adept at picking up yards after contact, was placed on short-term injured reserve and missed three games, interrupting his strong start.

Giants superfan working to avoid Cowboys crowd takeover

Decades of games have proven that when the teams meet in the Meadowlands late in the season under these circumstances — the Cowboys in the playoff hunt and the Giants...

Harshest sentence yet: Capitol rioter gets 5 years for attacking cops

“Your honor, I’m really really ashamed of what I did,” Robert Palmer, 54, told US District Judge Tanya Chutkan through sobs on Friday when he was given a 63-month sentence...

Roe v. Wade blocked a democratic solution for our abortion debate – It needs to go

The Supreme Court’s pending verdict on Mississippi’s ban on abortions after 15 weeks could upend Roe v. Wade — heating up the abortion wars across the country. But why do...

The 6 most outrageous reality shows of 2021

Forget the “Tiger King” of 2020 -- this year focused on overly elaborate dating shows, along with some friend group antics and international adventures.

Defund-the-police doesn't work — as mayors are finding out the hard way

The social experiment with people’s lives is over. The defund-the-police mayor of San Francisco, London Breed, just did a 180 on Lombard Street. I hope the New York City Council...

Malcolm X’s daughter died of natural causes: medical examiner

Malikah Shabazz, one of Malcolm X's daughters, died last month from natural causes, the city medical examiner said Friday.

Painter found guilty of fatally stabbing millionaire dad, leading cops on 135mph chase

A son has been found guilty of murdering millionaire Sir Richard Sutton and trying to kill his own mom before a dramatic 135mph police chase.

SF mayor declares state of emergency in crime, drug-infested neighborhood

San Francisco Mayor London Breed declared a state of emergency on Friday in a neighborhood plagued by crime and drug overdose deaths.

Homeless swastika 'artist' further proof Bill de Blasio, Steve Banks did New Yorkers dirty

In yet another example of how the likely-mentally-ill homeless degrade everything, James Ryan, 39, stands charged with hate crimes for a swastika-scrawling spree in Lower Manhattan. Starting Dec. 3, the...

Appeals court reinstates Biden's COVID vaccine mandate for large employers

A federal appeals court on Friday reinstated President Biden’s mandate requiring all large private employers to ensure their staff is either vaccinated or tested weekly for COVID-19. The ruling, issued...

Serial shoplifter allegedly hits NYC Target two dozen times

The sticky-fingered 30-year-old James Connelly was picked up by detectives in lower Manhattan Thursday and they connected him to 28 separate incidents, cops said.

Letters to the Editor — Dec. 18, 2021

New York Post readers sound off about Beverly Hills residents arming themselves in the wake of a rise in crime and donations to leftist DA campaigns by George Soros’ nonprofits.

Hochul needs to nix these bills to protect NYers from higher health-care costs

If Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to protect New Yorkers from needlessly soaring health-care costs, she’ll use her veto pen on several bills still awaiting her signature. Start with S.4111/A.4688: It...

Gov. Hochul wants a school vaccine mandate before fall 2022 semester

Hochul said that any such measure would have to pass through the state legislature prior to implementation.

Elizabeth Holmes believed Theranos 'would change the world,' defense says ahead of verdict

Attorneys for Elizabeth Holmes made their last stand on Friday as jurors prepared to decide whether the Theranos founder is guilty of conspiracy and fraud.  Federal prosecutors have portrayed Holmes...

COVID's labor market shakeup: This is where the missing 3.6M workers went

The majority of the missing workforce are people 55 and older — some 2.4 million people — who either retired early by choice because they could financially or low-income retirement-age...

New York sets record for positive COVID cases in one day

The results from tests processed Thursday were nearly triple the 8,000 cases detected on Monday.

Louis Molina a great pick to restore order & safety in NYC's jails

Mayor-elect Eric Adams made another great choice to head a troubled agency by naming ex-NYPD detective and Bronx native Louis Molina as his Correction commissioner. Molina not only has more...

Deal to acquire Chris Noth's tequila brand gets nixed on sex assault allegations

The company that was set to buy the tequila company owned by Sex and the City star Chris Noth has called off the deal after two women accused the Mr....

'Cringe': WH vax videos with Jonas Brothers, Pentatonix stun and appall Twitter

The Biden administration thought it would be a good idea to use Pentatonix to urge Americans to get booster shots as COVID-19 cases rise due to the Omicron variant.

The White House's new lame excuse for inflation: Companies have suddenly become greedy

President Joe Biden has the misfortune to be president at the moment when corporate America has decided to get together and gouge American consumers. That, at least, is the story...

Defiance of Gov. Hochul's mask mandate grows as all of LI refuses to enforce it

Leaders of Long Island counties have joined with GOP officials around the state to defy Gov. Kathy Hochul's mask mandate -- and boost the ranks of county governments to nearly...

Boeing suspends vaccination mandate for US-based employees

Boeing suspended its coronavirus vaccination requirement for U.S.-based employees, the U.S. planemaker said on Friday, capping weeks of uncertainty as thousands of workers sought exemptions and challenges to a federal mandate...

The Post says: Omicron and vaccines mean we shouldn't sink into March 2020 hysteria

“Don’t fight yesterday’s war,” Mayor Bill de Blasio told WNYC’s Brian Lehrer about the prospect of new lockdowns as Omicron surges — and this time the mayor has it exactly...

Rescued at last: Dozens left behind in Afghanistan en route to New York

The evacuees, which include more than a dozen kids, the youngest of whom is an 11-month-old American citizen, were rescued from the Taliban-controlled locale by Project Dynamo.

Perez Hilton: I'm 'irredeemable' in the eyes of cancel culture

"I've accepted that, in the minds of the overwhelming majority, I am irredeemable," said Hilton, who has written some not-so-nice things about celebs like Paris Hilton and Britney Spears.

Deja moo: Another cow — likely a slaughterhouse escapee — runs loose in Queens

This cow had some wild walk in the park — that almost ended up with a ride on the 7 line.

'Wonder Woman' star Connie Nielsen on her new thriller and 'Gladiator 2'

In her new British thriller “Close to Me,” Connie Nielsen plays a woman who is unable to remember an entire year of her life after a nasty fall and head...

Amazon Alexa Christmas hacks include message from Santa and peek at the 'naughty list'

Amazon has some great new Alexa smart speaker features to get you and your family in the festive mood.

Family reunited decades after mothers separated at Auschwitz

“I’m hoping that they’re both in heaven, their souls together, and they know."

'So dirty': MMA fighter called out by Joe Rogan for eye gouging

At UFC 269 on Saturday, Priscila Cachoeira was caught twice by cameras gouging the eye of her opponent, Gillian Robertson.

Knicks now have five players on COVID list

BOSTON — Immanuel Quickley walked into the interview room in Houston and talked about he’s so cautious he’s showering with his mask on. It didn’t work. Quickley become the fifth...

Snap up the favorite in this battle of West Coast powers

San Diego State and St. Mary’s will hook up on Friday in Phoenix with each looking for a big win to help its case for an at-large NCAA Tournament bid.

NBA star proposes to longtime girlfriend with massive diamond

Trae Young is ending the year on a romantic note.

WH urges Putin to 'build back better' over invading Ukraine — after punting bill

A senior Biden administration official even told reporters that polling in Russia shows support for policies that President Biden has struggled to get across in the US.

I’m 22 & stuck in the body of an 8-year-old – only creeps want to date me

Shauna Rae developed a rare form of brain cancer when she was just six months old and underwent chemotherapy that stunted her growth. At 22-years-old, she stands at three-foot 10,...

'Live with it without panicking': Doctor explains the latest about Omicron

A New York-based Northwell Health physician gives her advice on traveling for the holidays and staying calm amid rising COVID-19 cases from the Omicron variant.

Ex-male model recalls alleged sexual assault from photographers

“I know that this is not an uncommon situation for most models,” said model Barrett Pall about his alleged sexual abuse.

Giants find new way to annoy fanbase with puny promotion

The Giants have been mocked for their performance on the field this season, but now they are the subject of online ridicule for their "Fan Appreciation Day" promotion.

Kentucky candle factory workers sue over claim they were forced to stay during deadly tornado

Workers at the Kentucky candle factory where eight people died in last week's tornadoes have filed a class-action lawsuit over claims they were told they'd be fired if they fled...

Redefining the term fully vaccinated is ‘on the table’: Fauci

A move to redefine the term fully vaccinated as three shots of Pfizer or Moderna is “on the table,” Dr. Anthony Fauci said Friday.

Kyrie Irving making stunning Nets return

Kyrie Irving finally is headed back to the Nets, at least on a part-time basis.

Mexican actress Tania Mendoza shot dead while waiting to pick up son

Mexican actress Tania Mendoza was gunned down while she was waiting to pick up her 11-year-old son from football training.

Adams to meet with health officials to talk COVID inauguration plans

Mayor-elect Eric Adams is planning to meet with health officials to discuss his current plans for indoor inaugural festivities in January amid a spike in new COVID cases.

New York Times fires editor accused of leaving profane voicemails for gun group

The New York Times has fired an editor at its Wirecutter website for leaving expletive-laden voicemails with a gun rights organization last month.

'Not March 2020': De Blasio rejects calls for COVID lockdown as cases surge

Mayor Bill de Blasio rejected calls for a new round of lockdowns in New York City on Friday as officials race to get ahead of a coronavirus outbreak.

Walensky's junk science on masks and other commentary

Libertarian: Walensky’s Junk Science on Masks “On September 28, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Rochelle Walensky shared the results of a new study that appeared to confirm the...

Marissa Lawrence celebrates 'girls night' amid Jaguars drama

The wives and girlfriends of Jacksonville's players were treated to a holiday brunch aboard team owner Shad Khan's luxury Kismet Yacht.

What Rangers Should Do with Filip Chytil?

The top of the Eastern Conference continues to be as bunched up as ever with five teams tied or within a point of each other. The Rangers are a point...

CDC introduces new 'test to stay' approach in schools

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday said unvaccinated students exposed to COVID-19 can remain in school if they undergo testing.

Adrienne Adams to be next Council Speaker with majority support

Queens Councilwoman Adrienne Adams has secured support among a majority of the returning and incoming City Council members -- enough to make her the next speaker.

Taylor Swift party a COVID super spreader event after 100 test positive

Over 100 people who attended a Taylor Swift-themed party last Friday have since tested positive for COVID-19. 

Tiger Woods' son looks exactly like him as they play golf tourney together

This is Tiger's first tournament back from a devastating single car wreck that he was in this past February.

Giants legend arrested in Florida for sex offender violations

Giants legend Lawrence Taylor was arrested in Florida on Thursday night for sex offender violations. The former defensive end was charged with two felonies, according to Andy Slater of Fox...

Save an extra $110 on this portable and top-rated laptop monitor

It's true, the Mobile Pixels DUEX Plus: Portable Dual-Screen Laptop Monitor iscurrently on sale for an extra $110 off. And trust us, you'll love it.

Give the golfer in your life this rangefinder, currently $100 off

Right now, you can score the Callaway Tour-S Laser Rangefinder on sale for 22% off. That means it would be yours for be gifted to someone for $349.99!

My giant one-year-old weighs 36 pounds and has to wear adult diapers

One-year-old Sonny weighs a staggering 36 pounds, which his mom Jayde Leeder attributes to his Russian blood.

Gucci, Louis Vuitton skin reptiles alive to make pricey handbags: PETA

The high-end retailers are selling bags, belts and wallets made from snakes and lizards that were cruelly killed — some with their heads hacked off as they tried to scurry...

My boss fired me because COVID symptoms weren't 'acceptable' reason to miss work

A bartender claims she was fired after her manager said showing symptoms of coronavirus was not an “acceptable” reason to be off work. Rachael Baylis said she had been working...

Border agents stopped more than 173K illegal immigrants last month

The number of apprehensions had gradually dropped after topping out at 213,593 arrests in July, the highest in a single month for at least 21 years.

Kenneth Copeland, wealthiest US pastor, lives on $7M tax-free estate

The 85-year-old pastor's house spans 18,000 square feet and is made up of six bedrooms and six bathrooms in an exclusive lake community.

'Shopping Cart Killer' linked to four slayings in Virginia

Anthony Robinson was charged with two counts of first-degree murder after the bodies of two women were discovered in a vacant lot in Harrisonburg.

Legendary news anchor agent Richard Leibner retires

Richard Leibner — the storied agent known for advising top news talent including Dan Rather, Mike Wallace, Ed Bradley, Morley Safer and Diane Sawyer — retired this week, receiving accolades...

We've found one NFL figure who supports Urban Meyer

Looks like Urban Meyer still has one supporter in the NFL.

Eric Adams taps former fed corruption prosecutor as top legal adviser

Mayor-elect Eric Adams selected Brendan McGuire, a former top corruption prosecutor, as his new chief legal adviser, his transition team announced Friday.

Ghislaine Maxwell will not testify at sex-trafficking trial

The decision comes as Maxwell’s lawyers near the end of their defense of the former socialite, who is accused of grooming and trafficking several girls for financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Rangers coach, enforcer prepare for emotional matchup against former team

Parting was such sweet sorrow for Ryan Reaves, who received a one-year, $1.75 million extension of his contract as a condition set forth by Vegas general manager Kelly McCrimmon in...

St. John's-Seton Hall matchup off due to COVID-19 issues

St. John's will start 1-0 in conference play for the first time in five years – but not in the way the Johnnies wanted to get there. Monday's game against...

Gang member charged in off-duty NYPD lieutenant's shooting

One of the alleged muggers involved in a deadly shootout with an off-duty NYPD lieutenant is a Trinitarios gang member who was found in possession of the cop's chain.

'Viral blizzard': Expert warns Omicron variant infections are about to surge

The Omicron COVID-19 variant is about to infect millions of Americans in a "viral blizzard" of cases, a leading expert has warned.

The Olivia Rodrigo x CASETiFY phone cases we have heart eyes for

The pop-punk icon Olivia Rodrigo recently collaborated with CASETiFY to create an exclusive line of sustainable phone cases. Shop the limited edition line here.

I used to be a flight attendant – here's what time of day you should fly

A former flight attendant revealed that they treat passengers much better depending on when they choose to travel.

Doctors shocked to find baby growing in woman's liver

Doctors were flabbergasted after a Canadian woman's prolonged menstrual bleeding turned out to be a fetus growing in her liver.

NFL caves, postpones first three games

The NFL has moved three games due to COVID-19 issues, the NFL announced. The Browns-Raiders game was moved to Monday at 5 p.m with COVID issues for Cleveland. Two more...

Bad dream couture: How noir 'Nightmare Alley' got its carnival look

The costume designer for "Nightmare Alley" reveals how they mixed 1930s low-rent carnival with rich art deco milieu.

Dolly Parton scores 3 Guinness World Records: 'I am flattered and honored'

Is there anything Dolly Parton can't do?

Paulina Gretzky's birthday started early after bikini post

The model took to Instagram on Friday to share a photo of herself in a tiny green bikini and Nike sneakers.

Celebrate Christmas the 'Old Jewish Men' way with this Post collab

The shirt features The Post's red-and-black font, wishing all a "Merry Xmas" with Chinese food takeout containers and a pair of movie tickets.

Crypto czar Ivan Soto-Wright invests in $38M Miami mansion

Art wasn’t the only thing moving this month in Miami. Crypto czars were on the prowl for modern mansions as well.  Ivan Soto-Wright, co-founder and CEO of MoonPay, a London-based...

Rookie could force Knicks into a new point guard dilemma

Immanuel Quickley becoming the fifth COVID-19 positive Thursday assures rookie point guard Miles McBride will play another 30-plus minutes Friday vs. the Celtics.

Inside the making of The New York Post's 75 Greatest Knicks list

The New York Post recently completed its countdown of the top 75 figures in New York Knicks history by crowning Patrick Ewing as the franchise's greatest individual. Post columnist Mike...

Two sets of twin boys, 3 and 4, die in house fire: police

Two sets of twin boys died in a massive blaze Thursday when they were left alone — and a 27-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of child neglect, authorities said.

'Golden Girls' spinoff to stream before Betty White's 100th birthday

The screen legend will be turning 100 years old on Jan. 17 and the spinoff will start streaming on Jan. 10.

Biden hails NYC's new top cop, calls for 'more money' to fight crime

"See what just happened in New York City? The first black woman the head of the police department," Biden said at South Carolina State University.

I got my hair cut so I’d look good for my best friend’s wedding – it was a disaster

One woman shared her hair cut horror story on TikTok.

You’re using WhatsApp wrong – here's a neat trick

If you frequently find yourself losing track of important WhatsApp messages then this handy trick will help. It allows you to earmark an address, password or any other important information...

I’m Disney-obsessed so I’ve made my daughter a 'Frozen'-themed bathroom

Brittany Sims and her four-year-old daughter are both massive fans of the hit film and she wanted to create a glam bathroom for her little girl.

Southwest CEO tests positive for COVID after questioning mask rules at Senate hearing

Southwest chief executive Gary Kelly tested positive for COVID-19 after appearing at a Senate hearing where he questioned the health benefits of masks on airplanes, a spokesperson for the airline confirmed to Reuters. Kelly appeared Wednesday at the Senate Commerce hearing with the CEOs...

This city is pushing edible 'hemp tickets' for a smooth ride

Call it a puff pass.

Wild video shows deer crashing through CBD store window

One headstrong deer in Massachusetts may land on Santa’s naughty list after shattering two windows at a health and wellness store.

Beyoncé doesn't need TikTok content to have followers

The queen has arrived — on TikTok.

'Deeply disappointing': Psaki sounds off after Senate rejects immigration reform

White House press secretary Jen Psaki expressed frustration Friday after the Senate parliamentarian ruled for a third time against Democrats’ push to include immigration reform in President Biden’s Build Back...

Morgan Stanley boosts perks, parental leave as war for talent wages on

Morgan Stanley is expanding its employee benefit programs — giving new parents at least 16 weeks off and allowing some employees the ability to buy stock at a 10% discount.

NYC COVID inspector booted from bar for failing to show own proof of vaccination

Stunned bar manager Maggie Koronilian told The Post how she had to boot the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene employee from Big Nose Kate’s Saloon and Eatery on Tuesday.

Mom already expecting twins finds out she got pregnant again, has three babies

A mom-to-be went for a pregnancy scan thinking she was expecting twins - but little did she know the doctor was about to announce something shocking.

25 Amazon products NY Post readers were obsessed with in 2021

Another year has come and gone. So join us as we look back on our reader's most-loved 2021 Amazon Products from face masks and the Revlon hair dryer to TikTok...

Tim Tebow curiously absent from 'First Take' after Urban Meyer firing

If you tuned into "First Take" for Tim Tebow's regular appearance on Friday hoping to see him discuss the firing of Urban Meyer, you wound up being disappointed.

Marines boot more than 100 from Corps for refusing COVID-19 vaccine

The Corps on Thursday said that that 95 percent of its active-duty force of 182,500 Marines had received at least one jab.

You’ve been applying your makeup all wrong and it’s making you look a LOT older

A professional makeup artist has revealed that the biggest mistakes we are making are in the lips.

City shutters three schools in one day over new COVID cases

A total of nine schools have been closed this year thus far and four are currently locked up.

Study shows COVID-19 reinfection 5 times more likely with Omicron

COVID-19 reinfection is over five times more likely with the omicron variant than the delta strain, according to a new study.

Biden calls VP Harris 'president' — before supersonic travel claim

"All kidding aside, of course President Harris is a proud Howard alum," Biden said during graduation remarks at South Carolina State University.

Woman claims she was virtually 'groped’ in Meta's VR metaverse

"Severe" encounters of online harassment — including physical threats, stalking and "repeated" harassment — are on the rise, according to a 2020 Pew Research poll.

North Koreans banned from laughing as country mourns Kim Jong Il's death

North Koreans have been banned from laughing for 11 days as the country commemorates the 10-year anniversary of the death of Kim Jong Il.

Biden HHS officials told to factor teacher union talks into reopening guidance

President Biden's Department of Health and Human Services was told to take negotiations involving teachers' unions into account when rolling out guidance for reopening schools.

Joe Biden heads to South Carolina State University Fall Commencement Ceremony

President Biden spoke to December graduates at South Carolina State University, a historically Black school, on Friday, where he also received an honorary degree. 

Patrick Mahomes' brother 'unbothered' after restaurant destroys him on social media

The younger brother of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes wrote, "unbothered" on Instagram just a few hours after SoT blasted the influencer.

Washington's quarterback situation is really bleak as COVID spreads

The Washington Football Team will be missing its starting and backup quarterback on Sunday, after Taylor Heinicke and Kyle Allen both went on the COVID-19 list.

Cops, DEA seize record 1.7 million fentanyl pills: 'This is death'

Nearly 1.7 million fentanyl pills allegedly connected to Mexico’s Sinaloa Cartel were seized in Arizona this week – a record bust in the state, police and federal authorities said.

Joe Buck blasted for injury comment: 'Rock bottom for sports broadcasting'

Dr. Joe Buck gave a diagnosis on Thursday night after Chargers tight end Donald Parham was stretchered off the field. Not that anyone asked.

AI can predict who will develop dementia: study

Artificial intelligence can now reveal with incredible accuracy which individuals may develop dementia, new research has found.

39-year-old Queens woman fatally shot in front of home: cops

Dawn Peterson was found lying on the street outside her home in South Jamaica around 6:20 a.m. -- with multiple gunshot wounds to her chest and back, police said.

Radio City Rockettes end season early over sharp rise in COVID worries

The holiday kick lines are going dark at Radio City Music Hall -- at least for one day -- after a COVID outbreak among people involved in the Rockettes production.

Rampaging monkeys kill 250 dogs in revenge massacre

In a small Indian village, a pack of murderous monkeys have started a war with the local canines. 

Mom preserves Christmas tree her son decorated before his death

Heather Davis lost her son, Kooper to suicide just weeks after he had helped decorate the Christmas tree.

Superfit grandma, 63, shares age-defying holiday fitness, diet tips

Lesley Maxwell works out five times a week with her gym-obsessed granddaughter Tia, 20 — and is often mistaken for her sister.

JPMorgan to pay $200M over failure to monitor employee communications

The Wall Street giant admitted it failed to archive employee messages about work-related matters.

Spanx just marked down leather leggings, bras and more

Don't wrap up that holiday wishlist just yet, as this season has just enough time to slip in some shopping at Spanx.

Six suspects busted in up to 177 robberies targeting Asian women

A ruthless six-man California robbery crew preyed on Asian women, committing more than 70 heists in San Jose and as many as 177 throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

What does it take to get into an Ivy League? Admission is more competitive than ever before

This past week, every Ivy League school released their Early Action and Early Decision results. As expected, the acceptance rates were crazy low. Most students think that applying early is...

FedEx fail: Delivery driver’s truck rolls away

Stop that truck! A Ring doorbell camera caught the moment an unmanned FedEx vehicle rolled down a suburban street in Leesburg, Virginia — just as the deliveryman dropped off a...

TikTok school shooting threats officially deemed a hoax after districts, parents scramble

New York City Schools Chancellor Meisha Porter alerted parents to the stunt that tells kids to "call in bomb threats, school shootings threats, etc."

Bark! the herald: Dog wrapped like a Christmas gift in hilarious viral video

Scott Hubbard and his 8-year-old Chihuahua mix Gracie have a Christmas tradition that’s sure to make you smile.

I found out my man was cheating just before Christmas so I chucked all his stuff

Unfortunately, she discovered that her boyfriend was cheating on her recently. 

Chiefs WAGs go absolutely wild during thrilling win

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes' fiancee, Brittany Matthews and tight end Travis Kelce's girlfriend, Kayla Nicole, documented their gameday celebrations.

Chargers coach has no regrets after fourth-down failures

The Chargers have no regrets. Even if the scoreboard might normally prompt a few. After failing to convert on fourth down three times in Thursday night's 34-28 overtime loss to...

Elderly Kentucky couple found holding hands after dying in tornado

Their granddaughter Serenity said she tried getting in contact with her grandparents, who lived some 15 miles away, but their home had already been flattened.

Trump ally Roger Stone to plead Fifth before Capitol riot committee

Roger Stone will use his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination when he goes before the committee tasked with investigating the Jan. 6 riot.

Pornhub reveals 2021’s most popular searches in America

Porn Hub has reveled the most popular searches of 2021. The results of this data show what there users are interested in the most as well as where in the...

Alec Baldwin leaves NYC home carrying phone investigators want to search over deadly 'Rust' shooting

Embattled actor Alec Baldwin left home alone Friday — seemingly still toting the cellphone that investigators have issued a search warrant to get.

‘No friends, no phone’: Why top female boxer turned to Jake Paul for most unlikely partnership

The Post spoke with Serrano at the gym, where she has been training for her fight against Miriam Gutierrez on Dec. 18 — the co-main event for the rematch bout...

Why isn't anyone bidding on the Rockefeller Christmas Tree NFT?

As of Friday, the Christmas Tree — or "digital artifact," as it has been snarkily dubbed — has only 122 views, four likes and three bids.

Trump makes bold ‘Merry Christmas’ claim

Four years after declaring victory in the supposed “war on Christmas,” former President Trump has claimed more Americans are saying “Merry Christmas” because of him.

Rangers mailbag: Igor injury, Lafreniere's development and more

You ask, we answer. Mollie Walker tackles Rangers questions from Post Sports+ subscribers.

Eric Clapton sues woman for selling bootleg concert CD on eBay

She burned a copy of a Clapton concert that was recorded in the 1980s. It was from a CD purchased at a department store by her late husband in 1987.

Spike Lee signs multiyear movie deal with Netflix

Spike Lee has inked a multiyear movie deal with Netflix, the studio behind his most recent film "Da 5 Bloods" and the "She's Gotta Have It" series, the streaming giant...

Perv attempts to sexually assault woman in NYC subway station: cops

The assailant punched the 43-year-old victim in the face at the base of the stairs approaching the 4 and 5 train platform at the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall station around 8:50...

Consider betting this angle in college bowl games

One of the fundamental beliefs many successful bowl game handicappers share is that in many games, one team shows up and the other team doesn’t.

White House officially punts $2T Build Back Better bill to 2022

"The president wants to see this move forward – I think you saw in his statement – early next year," press secretary Jen Psaki told reporters

'I'm so sorry': Ex-cop Kim Potter breaks down in tears on stand in Daunte Wright killing

Potter shot Wright, a 20-year-old black man, after he tried to flee cops seeking to arrest him on a weapons warrant in April.

Jake Paul says he fell in love with girlfriend in 6 hours

It seems it really was love at first sight for Jake Paul and girlfriend Julia Rose. During a recent interview on "In Depth with Graham Bensinger," the YouTuber-turned-boxer opened up...

Elizabeth Warren slams corporate greed for chip shortage

The senator went on to note that five manufacturers control 54 percent of the global semiconductor market and argued that those conditions create a near-monopoly.

Scene-y in a bottle: Fun holiday gifts to bring to parties this season

It’s not just what’s inside that counts with these festive elixirs, all packaged in gorgeous, gift-ready containers.  

Trevor Lawrence in disbelief this is how rookie season has gone

The Jaguars' decision to fire Meyer came after a week of negative headlines tied to the controversial coach.

Elon Musk derides Joy Reid as a 'lobbyist for Sen. Karen' amid Elizabeth Warren tax spat

Musk and Warren have been feuding ever since the Massachusetts senator accused him earlier this week of being a freeloader who doesn't pay taxes.

Bridgegate 2.0: Ohio police seeking thieves who stole 58-foot bridge

Akron police can’t get over how the brazen bridge bandits made off with the pedestrian span after it had been removed from Middlebury Run Park.

Pfizer seeks full approval of COVID vax for 12- to 15-year-olds

The vaccine has been authorized for emergency use among 5 to 15 year-olds since May, 2021.

Don't make this mistake when betting college hoops

There are only 43 college football games left at the FBS level this season. That means a lot of bettors will be playing catch-up with the basketball season.

Suspect arrested in cold-case killing of Tulane graduate

Ernest Weatherspoon was indicted this week on murder charges in the May 2016 death of Thomas Rolfes.

The Roots bassist Leonard 'Hub' Hubbard dead at 62

"The Roots" bassist Leonard "Hub" Hubbard died Sunday at 62 after a courageous battle with blood cancer.

Would the Mets part with a top prospect to land a rotation upgrade?

There are ways for the Mets to bolster their pitching staff, but are they willing to pay the price in prospects?

Daily Horoscope - December 17, 2021

Your horoscope reading for December 17, 2021

Aaliyah's new song with The Weeknd is 'Poison' to fans 20 years after death

Not all of devotees of the iconic "baby girl" were feeling it: "I know Aaliyah wants to be left alone. My goodness. And, no one sampling her music/voice is doing...

Man, 32, busted in Brooklyn subway shoving

David Rivera was arrested and charged with assault, menacing, criminal trespass and harassment in connection to the Saturday morning attack.

Purple-haired Instacart driver trashes couple's groceries in alleged rage over Blue Lives Matter flag

“Instacart doesn’t pay employees. Sry [sorry] find another slave," the driver wrote on the receipt, which also included the words "police pigs."

Man who killed ex-Jet can't be tried again for murder

Authorities in the New Orleans suburb of Jefferson Parish originally charged Ronald Gasser with second-degree murder in the road rage shooting of McKnight.

How Carlos Rodon and Sean Manaea may fit in a lingering Yankees need

The Yankees rotation has been built by banking on upside. Who might fit into that plan this winter?

College bowls: Odds, analysis and predictions for every game

A record 43 bowl games will be played over the next few weeks — more than double the number of bowl games held in 1997 — and 17 of them...

We haven't seen the last of Urban Meyer

Clearly, Urban Meyer will never coach another NFL game. But it probably won’t be more than two years, if not sooner, before he’s back in college.

South African hospitalization rates drop during Omicron surge

Only 1.7 percent of COVID-19 patients were admitted in the second week of infections during the fourth wave of the pandemic.

Alec Baldwin denies search-warrant claim that 'he requested a bigger gun'

Alec Baldwin has denied the claim in a search warrant for his cellphone that he asked for a bigger handgun before he fatally shot the cinematographer on the set of...

NFL Draft prospects for Giants and Jets fans to watch in the college bowl games

The Post compiled a list of prospects who are playing in bowl games outside the College Football Playoff and could jump into range of the top-10 picks (for the Giants...

The Yankees' best matches for a trade — and the eye-popping deals they could make

How good a prospect are the Yankees willing to trade? And how much value remains in players such as Miguel Andujar, Deivi Garcia, Gary Sanchez, Gleyber Torres and Luke Voit?

Everton condemn fans for homophobic chanting at Chelsea player

Everton condemned supporters for targeting a Chelsea player with homophobic chants during Thursday's 1-1 Premier League draw at Stamford Bridge.

Aftermath of deadly Super Typhoon Rai in the Philippines

Images from the aftermath of Typhoon Rai, which has killed at least 49 people so far, in the Philippines.

PGA Tour star's father gushes over Tiger Woods' progress

The father of Justin Thomas got the first look at Tiger Woods playing a round of golf since his car crash 10 months ago, and he saw more than he...

Democrats pivot to voting rights as Build Back Better stalls in Senate

Top Senate Democrats are shifting their focus to voting rights as Sen. Joe Manchin pumps the brakes on the party’s hopes of passing a sweeping social spending bill by Christmas.

Giants will have hands full with Cowboys' rookie star

It is Giants-Cowboys Week, and there is every chance that if the Giants don’t wreck the game themselves, Micah Parsons will wreck it for them.

5 children killed in Australia bouncy castle tragedy ID'd as police kick off probe

The victims were all fifth and sixth graders at Hillcrest Primary School who died after plunging about 30 feet from the bouncy castle that was whipped into the air by...

Jets' foe getting ravaged with COVID-19 outbreak

The Jets’ opponent Sunday is being decimated by a COVID-19 outbreak.

27 feared dead in building fire in Osaka

Dozens of people are feared dead in a fire that ripped through an eight-story building in Osaka, Japan that houses an internal medicine clinic, officials said Friday.

Jumaane Williams tests positive for COVID-19 amid surge in NYC cases

New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams tested positive for COVID-19 and says he's quarantining at his home away from his pregnant wife.

Nets big man OK after hard fall in win over 76ers

Nic Claxton crashed hard to the floor and limped to the bench in the third quarter of the Nets’ 114-105 home victory Thursday over the Sixers.

Homeless man charged with drawing swastikas outside City Hall, on Wall Street Bull

A homeless man was arrested and charged with hate crimes for allegedly drawing swastikas in numerous spots in Lower Manhattan – including on Wall Street's Charging Bull sculpture, police said.

Giants great: Daniel Jones is in good hands regarding neck injury

Matthias Kiwanuka can relate to what Daniel Jones is going through, waiting each week for scans to be taken and read before a determination is made to give or deny...

Chiefs win a thriller thanks to their dynamic duo

Travis Kelce scored on a 34-yard pass from Patrick Mahomes in overtime, and Kansas City rallied for a 34-28 overtime victory over the Chargers on Thursday night.

Miss Alaska, Emma Broyles, crowned Miss America

Emma Broyles, a contestant from Alaska claimed the centennial crown and a $100,000 college scholarship at the 100th anniversary of the Miss America beauty pageant