June 19, 2022

Emerging golfer's rough Sunday dooms promising US Open dreams

The day before, Keegan Bradley lived a dream, vaulting himself into contention in the U.S. Open near his home state of Vermont.

US Open winner delivers caddie 'unbelievable' first major

The first-time major winner almost seemed more taken by his caddie’s breakthrough.

3 people, 2 dogs jump overboard after yacht erupts in flames

A massive yacht caught fire on a New Hampshire river Saturday and sank after three people and two dogs jumped overboard.

Mets reliever finally makes return after career-threatening injury

Tommy Hunter is a major league pitcher again.

Surging Yankees infielder remains red-hot despite loss

Gleyber Torres’ power is back, and his hot bat is too.

Sanity returns to trans madness after Lia Thomas' ban

FINA announced a ban Sunday on biological men competing in women’s events, unless they had “transitioned” before the age of 12. 

Second-year Giant reveling in fresh opportunity with new regime

Elerson Smith understands you might not know his deal.

Pete Carroll 'pumped about' Russell Wilson's QB replacements

The Seattle Seahawks seem to be surviving post-Russell Wilson.

California man kills co-worker over alleged affair with wife: report

The incident occurred in April with revelations about the alleged murder coming out this week in court docs.

Rangers face complicated obstacles to re-sign key deadline acquisition

The Rangers have until July 13, when free agency opens, to strike a deal before other teams can get involved.

Two people injured after firebug sets NYC beauty salon ablaze

A man tossed a Molotov cocktail into a Lower East Side beauty salon on Sunday, injuring two people who were inside, police and sources said.

World's No. 1 player came just short of taming the 'beast' at US Open

A couple of months after winning the game’s most prestigious tournament, Scottie Scheffler represented himself the way the No. 1 player in the world should at the U.S. Open.

Phony Maloney: Dem NY rep falsely claims he started business 'from scratch'

Maloney — a Democrat who represents Orange and Putnam Counties but is currently running for a nearby Congressional seat — started as the general counsel for Kiodex in July 2000.

Gap between Mets and Yankees isn't what you think

The chances for a real Subway Series are rising by the win. So of course, both teams are starting to see what’s going on across the river.

Yankees starter struggles in return from brief COVID-19 IL stint

Luis Severino made a quick return to the mound from the COVID-19 injured list, but his sharpness didn’t come with him.

Queens DA Katz uses security detail 'as her personal car service': sources

Sources familiar with Katz’s routine told The Post that members of her security detail also had been hauling flat-screen TVs, groceries and dry cleaning around for her.

Socialite doesn't recall 'touching' trigger of gun that killed Belize cop: report

The socialite charged with killing a top cop in Belize said in a new interview that the gun she was holding “just went off."

F1 star's thrilling Canadian Grand Prix win was 'more difficult than I expected'

Red Bull's Max Verstappen narrowly claimed his sixth victory of the Formula 1 season after withstanding pressure from Ferrari's Carlos Sainz in the closing stages of the Canadian Grand Prix.

Max Scherzer facing one last obstacle before return

This may be the last week the Mets endure without Max Scherzer.

Mike Tyson flying again two months after punching passenger

Iron Mike is going back up in the air.

Woman held in anti-Asian pepper-spray attack deserves legal 'crackdown', activists say

Local activists want Madeline Barker to be made an example of for allegedly pepper-spraying four women during an anti-Asian tirade in Chelsea.

First-time major winner captures US Open

Matt Fitzpatrick, 27, shot 6-under par to hold off a star-studded group of challengers to win the U.S. Open at The Country Club on Sunday.

Juneteenth is a perfect day to cheer black success in America

This second Juneteenth national holiday is a time to celebrate what black Americans have accomplished since the original Juneteenth liberated the last of some 4 million emancipated slaves.

Ukraine votes to restrict Russian books, music

The push to restrict Russian culture in Ukraine was renewed after the country was invaded in February.

Republicans need a leader without Trump's 2020 obsession

It’s understandable that Democrats would want to constantly revisit Jan. 6 — to invoke it, investigate it and sacralize it even.

Padres star exits with nasty-looking injury

Padres slugger Manny Machado suffered a left ankle sprain when his foot slipped off the bag as he tried to turn a ground ball to the pitcher into a single.

Widow of FDNY vet killed in NC storm praises husband: 'He did everything for us'

“I have more of a smile on my face than tears in my eyes thinking about the kind of person he was,’’ Angela Skudin said of her husband Casey.

Yankees' win streak ends as bullpen blows big lead

In what has been a historic start to their season, the Yankees got a dose of reality on Sunday.

Beloved WWE referee dead at 68

Tim White, a longtime WWE referee, died Sunday, the company announced. He was 68.

Fossil-fuel price spikes are causing pain but little climate payoff

For three decades, climate campaigners have fought to make fossil fuels so expensive that people would be forced to abandon them.

Oscar-winning director detained in Italy over sex assault claims

Haggis is being investigated over allegations that he forced a “young foreign woman” to have “non-consensual” sex with him over the course of two days.

Ben Stiller visits war-torn Ukraine after meeting with refugees in Poland

The "Zoolander" star visited refugees in Poland before arriving in Ukraine Sunday.

Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney gets a primary challenge he sorely deserves

She has a shot; Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and the whole Democratic Socialist machine are in her corner.

Marlins rookie sinks Mets with grand slam in MLB debut

What had been a happy Father’s Day for 41,255 Mets fans at Citi Field was ruined by a kid.

'Broke' Amber Heard spotted shopping at TJ Maxx in the Hamptons

Amber Heard is pinching pennies now that she owes ex-husband Johnny Depp $8.4 million.

De Blasio accuses MSNBC of aiding rival Dan Goldman in congressional primary

Former Mayor Bill de Blasio has accused MSNBC of giving rival Dan Goldman free air time and an unfair advantage in the Democratic primary for the 10th District House seat.

Illegal Virginia beagle facility must cease breeding new puppies: judge

US District Judge Norman Moon’s decision comes as the facility’s owners prepare to shutter it permanently.

Federal ruling on skirts could put some of our best schools — charters — at grave risk

A federal court just handed the Biden administration a brand new weapon. 

UK army chief warns that Britain 'must prepare to fight' over Ukraine

The United Kingdom's new army chief sent the message that British soldiers need to be ready to fight amid the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, according to a report.

My doctor yelled at me to be quiet while I was giving birth

A mom-of-three has revealed how her doctor yelled at her to be quiet in the middle of her labor.

I revealed a dark family secret -- now my family isn't talking to me

The anonymous aunt posted to Reddit asking if she made the right decision about telling her niece the real identity of her biological mother.

LIV Golf's Greg Norman: PGA Tour hypocrisy is 'deafening'

Greg Norman, LIV Golf Invitational Series figurehead, fired back at the PGA Tour and commentator Bob Costas.

People like me until they find out I’m a single dad

A single dad has taken to TikTok to admit that people like him until they find out he's got kids - and they'll always be his main priority.

Wall Street puzzled by US investors' purchase of Chelsea FC from Russian oligarch

A coterie of US investors took control of the British soccer team Chelsea FC last month -- and some Wall Street insiders are still struggling to understand why. Todd Boehly...

Senator slams Biden's 'smug superiority' in pushing for electric vehicles during gas crunch

Sen. John Barrasso blasted President Biden's energy policies as gasoline continues to hover around $5 a gallon.

Mayor Adams compares 'displacement' of black New Yorkers to slavery in Juneteenth speech

Speaking in Central Park, Adams compared the modern-day uprooting of people of color from neighborhoods across the US -- including the five boroughs -- to slavery.

WNBA legend seals victory in New York finale

The Storm beat the Liberty in what was Seattle guard Sue Bird's final regular-season game in her hometown.

Buzz off: 6,000 bees removed from inside wall of Omaha couple's home

Thomas and Marylu Gouttierre said they had been planting bee-friendly flowers outside their midtown home, but they never expected the bees to move in.

Alabama police chief in hospital after crashing into tractor

A north Alabama police chief was in the hospital after he was injured in a car wreck while on duty.

Russell Wilson bringing his right-hand man with him from Seattle

Russell Wilson is bringing his private quarterback coach from Seattle over to Denver with the Broncos. 

Schiff says 'possibility' Jan. 6 panel will subpoena Pence

At the panel's third hearing last Thursday, testimony detailed how ​former President Donald Trump pressured Pence to reject Congress' certification of the Electoral College vote.

Struggling golfer throws putter then snaps another club in US Open meltdown

Grayson Murray paid tribute to dads everywhere with the way he treated his clubs in the final round of the U.S. Open.

'Bloody' pro-choice activists carry baby dolls outside Justice Amy Coney Barrett's home

Pro-choice abortion activists protested outside Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett's house on Saturday, donning fake blood-stained clothes and holding baby dolls.

Macron alliance likely to lose parliamentary majority as leftist coalition surges

French President Emmanuel Macron’s alliance got the most seats in the final round of the parliamentary election on Sunday but will not have a straight majority at the National Assembly.

The bet to make for Sunday Night Baseball

Michael Kopech returns off of an injury last weekend to face the Astros tonight in Houston.

Taxi driver plows into NYC bank while fleeing crash scene: cops

There were no pedestrians injured when the car struck the bank at 79th Street and Third Avenue around 10:30 a.m. -- but both cabbies were hospitalized.

Yankees infielder goes from bat slam to bat flip in eventful start to game

Josh Donaldson got his afternoon off to an angry start Sunday – and then his first inning got even worse. He found a way to make up for it, though.

Unholy statistic: Number of Americans who believe in God drops to historic low

The percentage of Americans who say they believe in God has dipped to the lowest number in the past nearly 80 years.

Witnesses: more than 200 killed in Ethiopia ethnic attack

It is one of the deadliest such attacks in recent memory as ethnic tensions continue in Africa’s second most populous country.

EJ Bonilla on working with Jeff Bridges, John Lithgow in FX spy series 'The Old Man'

There's a moment in "The Old Man" when FBI agent Angela Adams (Alia Shawkat) refers to confrontational CIA operative Raymond Waters (E.J. Bonilla) as "The nosiest motherf---er in the history...

Letters to the Editor — June 20, 2022

New York Post readers sound off on Howard Stern's criticism of Phil Mickelson as well as ex-NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly's proposals to reduce crime.

Lia Thomas banned as swimming governing body votes to restrict transgender women

World swimming’s governing body FINA has adopted new rules for transgender athletes.

Biden officials downplay recession risk -- despite experts' warnings

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen claimed on ABC that a recession is not inevitable, though she foresees the US economy slowing down in the months ahead.

Manhattan DA to fight shoplifting surge by going after repeat offenders: biz group

Partnership for NYC President Kathy Wylde said that pre-trial detention will be requested for accused thieves who have prior felony convictions, multiple open cases and a history of skipping out...

'Best Father's Day present': US soldier in Middle East needs help rescuing puppy

US Army Sgt. Macintire found the pup he named CJ while out on patrol and is now hoping he can transport her back home with the help of supporters and...

LI man lied about being kidnapped 'to gain favor' with ex: cops

Long Island man Luis Umanzor told Suffolk County officers that he was kidnapped and held for several hours, then confessed he made the whole tale up.

Queen Elizabeth's touching tribute to late dad King George on Father's Day

Queen Elizabeth II posted a tribute to her late dad King George VI on Sunday in celebration of Father's Day.

Texas DA who faced Deshaun Watson: 'Wait and see' whether justice is served

Deshaun Watson was not indicted. He also was not exonerated.

UFC fighter loses after eye was swollen shut in grisly scene

A nasty eye injury put an early end to a UFC fight on Saturday.

Deputy who allegedly shared Kobe Bryant crash photos accused of kneeling on inmate's head

The cop who allegedly took and shared photos of Kobe Bryant’s body in the aftermath of his fatal helicopter crash also stands accused of kneeling on an inmate’s head for...

Reds pitcher forced to take off wedding ring during start

Until death — or an MLB umpire — do us part.

Nobody asked 'Who's in charge?' under Trump, Kellyanne Conway says

​Kellyanne Conway, who served as special counselor to former President Donald Trump, said when she worked in his administration nobody ever had to ask "who's in charge?"

Chris Archer makes Twins the pick in this particular wager

The Minnesota Twins and Arizona Diamondbacks close out their weekend series on Sunday.

Golf star livid after controversial US Open ruling: 'F--king bulls--t'

The truth hurt Justin Thomas.

Dodgers suffer another massive injury blow

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been dealt another significant injury blow.

Feds plan to dump immigrants in cities away from border: officials

The Biden Administration is working on plans to bus immigrants away from the overwhelmed border communities in Texas and dump them in cities and towns hours away from the border.

Son stabs dad on Father's Day in NYC, cops say

Mark Melendez Lowe was arrested around 8:30 a.m. inside his Throggs Neck apartment for allegedly assaulting his father, Darren Lowe Sr., 59.

Alabama church shooting victims' 'unfailing faith' remembered as services resume

Services are set to resume Sunday morning at the Alabama church where a gunman shot three elderly people dead on Thursday at a potluck dinner.

NFL QB gets engaged to SI Swimsuit model

Forever starts now for Lions quarterback Jared Goff and his longtime girlfriend, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Christen Harper.

Oscar Pistorius to meet with murdered girlfriend's father in bid for early release

Oscar Pistorious, behind bars for the murder of his girlfriend, is set to meet with her father in an attempt at being released early from prison, according to a new...

This instant face-lift set helps banish wrinkles

No doctor's visit required.

Sleep tight! The science behind nightmares revealed – including most common scary dreams

Every person on the planet experiences at least three to six dreams per night, with each dream lasting around 5 to 20 minutes, according to Medical News Today.

6 simple ways to lose weight and get fit this summer

Show off your summer bod! 

Meet BasketPong, your new favorite drinking game that’s on sale

Let's get the party started.

Go with the better pitcher in this NL East matchup

The Phillies, who have played themselves back into the postseason conversation, and Zach Eflin will beat the Nationals on Sunday, Stitches predicts.

Spring’s last grip: Northeast sees record-low temperatures on Father's Day

The cooler temperatures result from a large dip in the jet stream along the East Coast that has allowed cooler air to filter into the Northeast and parts of the...

One killed, 3 injured after gunman fires suspected assault rifle outside NYC catering hall

Three men were shot Sunday morning -- one fatally -- by a gunman firing what appeared to be an assault rifle during a dispute outside a Queens catering hall, cops...

Father's Day; what kind of dad are you based on your zodiac sign?

In honor of Father's Day, and the men who make us and break us here's a list of the paternal styles of each zodiac sign.

Drive-by mass shooting at BBQ leaves 2 dead, 5 injured

At least two people were killed and five others injured during a "drive-by" mass shooting late Saturday in San Antonio, a local police head said.

Troops filmed having orgy at barracks, barred from NATO deployment

Hundreds of British paratroopers were banned from a NATO deployment after videos surfaced of an orgy with a civilian woman in the barracks that had some soldiers watching on, according...

Plenty of value in these English Premier League futures bets

Premiere League futures bets to watch for the upcoming season.

Louisville mayor randomly slugged in retail store -- but 'doing fine'

Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer was slugged Saturday by an unknown man at a retail and entertainment venue, police revealed.

Meet the women at the helm of a female-centric DIY hub

Longtime friends Lacey Soslow and Gabriella Ainslie are getting more women to join the home improvement and DIY profession thanks to their popular platform, Matriarchy Build.

Should I fire a worker who lied about his COVID vaccination status?

Gregory Giangrande offers advice on how to deal with an employee lying about their vaccination status and gives a quick lesson on dressing business casual at the office.

F1 cars narrowly miss groundhog on track in Montreal

The rodent was spotted near the side of the racing surface, but then decided to cross it.

Generals close season with win, face rematch with rival in USFL playoffs

The Generals (9-1), who won the North Division, held off the 6-4 Philadelphia Stars, 26-23, on Saturday at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala.

NATO warns of long Ukraine war as Russian assaults follow EU boost for Kyiv

"We must prepare for the fact that it could take years. We must not let up in supporting Ukraine," Secretary-general of the military alliance Jens Stoltenberg said.

Yankees reliever breaks this Mariano Rivera record: 'Pretty special'

Clay Holmes’ dominance has surpassed Mariano Rivera’s level.

Mets star is leading, thriving and says the best is yet to come

The stars can never shine brightly enough. Francisco Lindor has begun to win over New York … and he doesn’t believe Mets fans have seen anything yet.

Anti-Asian pepper spray attacker held on $20K bail

Madeline Barker’s legal aid counsel told the judge the situation was “amplified by media sensation.”

Veteran golfer will be hometown favorite in final round of US Open

Keegan Bradley was in his element. He was in a place he had always dreamed of being since he was a sports-junkie kid growing up in Vermont.

Yankees to get look at rehabbing relievers during Tampa trip

When the Yankees start their three-game series at Tampa Bay Monday, they’ll get a look at some important relievers who are recovering from injuries.

'Our friend just got knocked out': 911 call released in fatal beating of Ohio teen Ethan Liming

The caller said "there was" a fight before reportedly telling the dispatcher, "It’s OK, though. It’s cool now. It’s cool now."

Yankees starter too much for Blue Jays again

Jameson Taillon has made almost a third of his starts this season against the Blue Jays, who got their fourth crack at him on Saturday.

Gun-toting suspect released hours after Staten Island arrest

Prosecutors had asked that Camacho be held on $250,000 bail, but he was granted unsupervised release by Judge Lisa Headley, sources said.

Charles Barkley's blunt critique of Kevin Durant's legacy

Kevin Durant may step on the gas after hearing Charles Barkley critique.

New Jersey native struggles in third round of US Open

Chris Gotterup, the 22-year-old New Jersey native who made the cut Friday in the U.S. Open, struggled to keep his momentum Saturday in the third round.

Yellowstone National Park to partly reopen after catastrophic floods

Yellowstone National Park will partially reopen Wednesday after catastrophic flooding destroyed bridges and roads and drove out thousands of tourists.

16-year-old driver killed in three-car crash on Belt Parkway

The teen was driving a Honda Odyssey eastbound on the Belt Parkway when it clipped a Kia Soul and then hit a Hyundai sedan around 2:20 a.m., according to police.

Angels pitcher rips MLB baseballs after hitting Justin Upton in head

Los Angeles Angels pitcher Michael Lorenzen didn’t shy away from calling out the MLB after his pitch hit Mariners’ Justin Upton in the head Friday.

Coroner: Gangbanger who killed El Monte cops died from suicide

Progressive LA County District Attorney George Gascón has faced mounting scrutiny over the shooting.

Long Island boxer's KO'd early in unification title bout

Light-heavyweight world champion Artur Beterbiev knocked out Joe Smith Jr. inside two rounds on Saturday to add the WBO title to his WBC and IBF belts.

Major drug trafficker, 12 others arrested in citywide drug bust

Cruz and 12 others were arrested in Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx on charges contained in two indictments and two criminal court complaints that were filed on Saturday.

Mets pitcher's father also has a role in baseball

Adam Ottavino isn’t the only member of his New York-raised family making a living these days in baseball.

LIV defectors blew a big opportunity at this US Open

Bryson DeChambeau was a full 14 strokes out of the lead. His closing birdie for a 76 and a 54-hole total of 8-over likely didn’t impress his new Saudi employers.

Celebrate Father's Day with your favorite TV dads

With Father's Day on Sunday, check out The Post's favorite TV dads.

Top Biden adviser tests positive for COVID-19

White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan typically has frequent contact with President Joe Biden.

I’m a teen and became a multi-millionaire with my lemonade business

Mikaila Ulmer, from Texas, created her own brand of lemonade and scored a sweet $ 11 million deal from Whole Foods back in 2016.