August 7, 2022

New Jersey man involved in homeless vet GoFundMe scam gets 5 years

Mark D'Amico pleaded guilty in December 2019 to misapplication of entrusted property and will serve five years in New Jersey state prison.

'Devil Wears Prada' musical is a haute mess

You've Prada be kidding me.

Mets reliever a 'key to the game' in extended outing

When the Mets needed a quality — and extended — relief outing, left-hander Joely Rodriguez delivered.

The FBI is heading the wrong Wray, and fast

Christopher Wray’s disingenuous testimony to the Senate Judiciary Committee Thursday speaks volumes about the need to defund the FBI — or at least dump its unctuous director.

Mets' long-injured pitcher finally 'close' to rehab assignment

Joey Lucchesi hasn’t pitched for the Mets in more than a year, but he is hardly a forgotten man.

Buck Showalter irate after 'umpire's mistake' costs Mets

The Mets had the makings of a first-inning rally Sunday afternoon, and Buck Showalter called for a replay review to help the cause.

Mets star benefits from good fortune to remain red-hot

Alonso capped off a strong series against the Braves with a dash of good fortune.

Mets sent clear message in weekend to remember

There had to have been a day when Buck Showalter allowed himself to ponder what a perfect day at the ballpark might look like for his new club.

Why Giants' new center is confident this unit 'can be really good'

Can this version of the Giants offensive line — with Feliciano at center — finally be the one that ends a decade of season-wrecking underperformance?

Golf legend tears up as he signs off after 16 years as golf analyst

Nick Faldo celebrated his retirement on Sunday after the final round of the Wyndham Championship.

Army vet gets 18 months for stealing $2.1M in military gear from Texas base

Jessica Elaintrell Smith pleaded guilty in April to stealing dozens of Army thermal scopes, radios and night vision goggles from the Texas base.

WNBA legend's potential final home game ends in loss after fan gift goes viral

Sue Bird said she feels at peace that Sunday’s game could be the final time she steps on the court in Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena.

Yankees star sits for third straight game with tight back: 'It sucks'

Rizzo said his back had improved, but he wasn’t available as a pinch-hitter in the 12-9 loss to the Cardinals.

Top GOP figures blast Dems after Senate passes $740B energy and health care bill

Leading GOP figures eviscerated Senate Democrats for pushing through a package that would spend on energy and health care while raising taxes.

Brian Daboll reveals Giants' new approach for first preseason game

Maybe a new philosophy of preseason playing time will break the streak of miserable regular-season starts by the Giants.

DeGrom gem completes Mets' beatdown of Braves to take commanding NL East lead

Jacob deGrom was Mr. Untouchable for the first 17 batters he faced Sunday.

Adams' plan to use photos in hiring will only create more discrimination

Shortsighted people sacrifice a long-term vision for immediate results and often can’t see the consequences they’ll produce.

North Carolina county to place an AR-15 in each school in response to Uvalde massacre

"Hopefully we'll never need it, but I want my guys to be as prepared as prepared can be," the local sheriff said.

No photos, Mr. Mayor! How about the best candidate for the job?

Mayor Eric Adams’ recent request for photos of potential senior-level city hires is rightly ringing alarm bells.

Yankees' losing streak hits five games as pitching implodes

A dud debut from Frankie Montas and more shoddy work out of the bullpen by Albert Abreu, Jonathan Loaisiga and Scott Effross cost the Yankees.

Jacob deGrom dominates in near-perfect Citi Field return

Jacob deGrom's return to the Citi Field was remarkable -- and nearly perfect.

The New York Times' cluelessness just hit a new high

The New York Times reported that a bunch of GOP officials are fighting back against the progressive drive “to use government muscle and public funds” to destroy carbon-based fuel industries.

With Israel under attack, Biden must fight UN anti-Semitism

As the Iran-backed Palestinian Islamic Jihad lobbed hundreds of rockets at Israel this weekend, a UN Human Rights Council official took to Twitter to denounce the Jewish state.

Keep it 100: New Yorkers try to beat the heat with relief still days away

“I’m scared to drink alcohol because I’m going to sweat my ass off even more," one New Yorker said Sunday.

Actress Jessica Chastain meets with Ukraine President Zelensky in Kyiv

Actress Jessica Chastain met with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on Sunday.

'Taught me everything': Youth leaguer gives first HR ball to grandfather

The rule of “there’s no crying in baseball” may have to be broken with this one.

NYC subway, bus service still plagued by delay-causing staff shortages

The MTA is still struggling to staff trains and buses a year after The Post reported that a shortage of workers was driving train delays.

Al Sharpton and landlord in dispute over National Action Network HQ rent, lease

Civil rights activist Al Sharpton is locked in a nasty dispute with his landlord over the Harlem building where his National Action Network is located.

Possible serial killer targeting Muslims on the lam in New Mexico

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said Saturday that she deployed additional state police to help with the probe into the "targeted killings."

Jiu-jitsu legend shot dead by police officer in Brazil: reports

The killing allegedly took place during a confrontation between Leandro Lo and Police Officer Henrique Otávio Oliveira Velozo, an outlet reported.

The 'out of whack' stats that have Jets confident run defense will improve

The Jets were 29th in the NFL in rushing yards allowed per game, giving up an average of 138.3 yards.

Giants' top pick has squashed biggest pre-draft concern

All the predraft talk about whether his “brand” was more important than it should be for Kayvon Thibodeaux is gone with the wind.

NYC restaurateur whose dining shed was home to X-rated show blames city, cops

The Manhattan eatery owner whose outside dining shed has been used as a sex den says the situation makes her stomach churn -- but she's virtually helpless to stop the...

Climate deal picks winners, losers and more commentary

Sen. Joe Manchin last year “rightly criticized a bonus tax credit for union-made electric vehicles in the Build Back Better bill,” recall The Wall Street Journal’s editors.

Saquon Barkley turns heads during impressive day at Giants camp

Observations from Giants training camp on Sunday.

Summer heat wave isn’t letting up in the Northeast, New England

Heat Advisories remain in effect across the Northeast and New England as oppressive heat and humidity refuse to release their grip on the region.

Gangs kill former Haitian senator amid spike in violence

Gangs killed a former Haitian senator who led a government housing program on Saturday in an affluent area of Port-au-Prince.

Former Giants draft bust looking for a new team after release

A first-round Giants flop is now working on finding his third NFL team.

Suspect arrested in fiery California crash that killed 6, left 8 injured

Nicole Lorraine Linton, 37, was arrested after allegedly running a red light and causing the crash that killed six people in Windsor Hills, California.

Man, 33, stabbed in back at Yankee Stadium subway stop

The attack happened on the mezzanine in the 161st Street-Yankee Stadium No. 4 station around 1:30 p.m., cops said. It's unclear what sparked the violence.

E-bike swiped from punched rider in Central Park in broad daylight

A 25-year-old man was approached by the stranger, who struck him with a closed fist before taking off with his E-bike, cops said.

Alec Baldwin ripped for asking followers to support 'brave' Anne Heche after fiery house crash

Alec Baldwin is being ripped for paying tribute to "brave" and "wonderful" Anne Heche after her "tragic" car crash.

Letters to the Editor — Aug. 8, 2022

Post readers sound off on Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s soft-on-crime policies allowing career criminals to wreak havoc on New Yorkers.

Chile sinkhole grows large enough to swallow France's Arc de Triomphe

A sinkhole in Chile has doubled in size, growing large enough to engulf France's Arc de Triomphe.

Rain welcome in the Northeast, but could lead to flooding in Kentucky

Rounds of heavy rain will move into the Northeast this week, providing some relief from severe drought conditions.

Yankees' big trade acquisition torched in nightmarish debut

This was not the debut the Yankees were looking for from Frankie Montas.

Israel, Palestinian militants reportedly reach cease-fire in Gaza

The fighting was the worst in Gaza since an 11-day war between Israel and Hamas last year.

Dad of 2 who leapt to his death from Bronx building with wife was an actor from Albania

Ornela Shehi was caught on video falling or jumping from the sixth-floor first and hitting the alleyway, with Florind Belliu landing seconds later. 

Video catches teens crash stolen Kia, take off running on highway

Video from traffic cameras on a Minnesota highway shows a group of teenagers crash a stolen Kia and take off running.

'Come on Bernie': Hot mic catches Dem senator snap at Sanders' child tax credit bid

Sen. Sherrod Brown was caught on a hot mic as tensions flared on the Senate floor.

Mayor Adams must act on e-bikes before NYC sees a mass-casualty fire

There have been five e-bike fire deaths this year, plus 66 injuries. For all 2021, New York had four deaths, including a 9-year-old boy, and 79 injuries.

'Apocalyptic' weather in Delaware sends beach umbrellas flying

Beachgoer Shane Mannix captured video at Bethany Beach as rain and winds swept the coast.

Done deal: Senate Democrats pass $740B energy and health care bill with Harris' vote

Senate Democrats by a razor-thin margin passed a domestic bill that addressed energy, taxes and health care Sunday.

Utah man arrested for stealing excavator, digging up parking lot: cops

A Utah man was arrested after authorities say he stole an excavator from a construction site and drove it a mile to a grocery store in Salt Lake City.

Pete Rose brushes off question about alleged sex with minor: 'It was 55 years ago, babe'

Pete Rose wasn't willing to talk about allegations that he had a sexual relationship with a minor decades ago.

Alabama town abolishes police department after officer's slavery text surfaces

The move comes after city officials reportedly confirmed a racist text by an officer that surfaced on social media last week.

Senate GOP blocks Dem effort to cap insulin at $35 per month as 'vote-a-rama' continues

Senate Republicans successfully forced Democrats to scrap a provision to their tax, healthcare and climate change package that would have capped insulin at $35 per month.

PGA Tour star fires 'best friend' caddie mid-tournament

Will Zalatoris felt it was time, not only for his golf career but his friendship with longtime caddie.

Jets' $21 million signing stars in scrimmage to continue strong camp

The star of Saturday night’s Green and White Scrimmage was tight end Tyler Conklin.

Ex-NYPD top aide: Bail reform was ‘atom bomb’ that ‘set us back a decade’

Ex-Deputy Commissioner of Intelligence and Counterterrorism John Miller blasted the New York’s bail-reform measures as "all ideology over common sense."

Long Island man arrested for pointing laser at police chopper: cops

The Nassau County Police helicopter pilot determined that a man was trying to disrupt his flight around 11 p.m. Saturday at the Edgewood Motel on Jericho Turnpike, authorities said.

Fourth set of human remains found in Lake Mead as water levels hit record low

More human remains have been discovered in Lake Mead as water levels hit record lows amid a severe drought, according to a report.

Mike Tyson crushes Hulu over upcoming show: 'Stole my life story'

The legendary boxer is alleging that Hulu stole his life story without compensation and is angry about the upcoming show, "Mike," that chronicles his life.

Protest planned to save historic NYC hospital from wrecking ball

A group of doctors, preservationists and elected officials have set a press conference for Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. at Village Preservation at 232 E. 11th St. to demand city action...

PR firm Edelman bucks work-from-home trend with renewed lease in Hudson Square

Public relations consulting giant Edelman just renewed on 173,618 square feet for 15 years at Jack Resnick & Sons’ 250 Hudson St. T

Home of famed Lower East Side hot spot up for sale

A piece of Lower East Side nightlife history is up for grabs.

LA bank exec, 29, ID'ed as third killed in lightning strike near White House

The 29-year-old bank executive was in DC on a business trip when he was killed by a lightning strike at Lafayette Park.

German diplomat busted in Brazil for allegedly killing husband: report

Uwe Herbert Hahn, who works as a German consul in Rio de Janeiro, is accused of killing Belgian husband Henri Maximilien Biot on Saturday – just a week before his...

Vote-a-rama: Senate Dems reject amendments to $430B climate, RX drug bill

Democrats hope to pass the bill with only a simple majority under a process called "reconciliation," bypassing a filibuster rule requiring 60 votes in the 100-seat chamber to advance most...

Caesars Promo Code: Grab a massive risk-free bet this weekend

Get your hands on a huge risk-free sports bet with Caesars Sportsbook, with an all-star lineup of sports action.

Aaron Rodgers' former Packers QB coach reacts to psychedelic drug revelation

Aaron Rodgers' ayahuasca trip was news to his former quarterbacks coach.

'Victims of Instagram': Meta faces novel legal threat over teen suicides

"In what universe can a company have a product that directs this kind of vile filth, this dangerous content to kids — and get away with it?” said attorney Matthew...

Israeli airstrike kills another top Islamic Jihad commander in Gaza

An Israeli air strike on a crowded Gaza refugee camp killed a senior leader of the Islamic Jihad terrorist group, officials said Sunday.

Biden 'feeling great' as he departs White House for 1st time since COVID infection

Biden originally tested negative for the virus several days after he caught it on July 21, but suffered a rebound case that extended his isolation period.

BetMGM Bonus Code: Epic bonus for a super sports schedule

BetMGM’s new customer offer allows you to make your first sports bet risk free, ahead of a spectacular sports lineup. 

Bronx smash-and-grab nets over $2M in 'high-end diamond jewelry': NYPD

A classic smash-and-grab heist in the Bronx netted a clutch of thieves more $2.15 million in “high end diamond jewelry” during a wild, caught-on-video robbery on Friday, police said.

'Very bad day': Anne Heche downed vodka, wine in podcast posted hours before crash

Anne Heche slurred her way through a podcast that was posted hours before her horrifying high-speed crash -- saying she was downing vodka and wine after being "rocked" by a...

Mets fans brutally punch Braves fan in face in Citi Field brawl

Violence broke out in the stands Saturday at Citi Field during the Mets-Braves doubleheader.

Bobby Bonilla's notorious Mets contract sells for $180K at auction

Bobby Bonilla is still getting paid by the Mets, and the agreement to that contract is still worth good money, too.

Ukraine accuses Russia of shelling power plant

Russian forces damaged three radiation sensors at the Zaporizhzhia site, the largest nuclear-power plant in Europe, over the weekend, Kyiv officials said.

Browns star's trade request denied as contract saga intensifies

Kareem Hunt wants a new contract. The Browns aren't giving him one.

'Hurtful': Britney Spears rips ex K-Fed for revealing sons don't talk to her

Britney Spears has ripped ex-husband Kevin Federline for revealing that she is estranged from their teenage sons -- while admitting their troubled relationship started "LONG before" he said.

The bet to make with Kutter Crawford on the mound Sunday

Looking for a sure thing on Sunday, we see the Red Sox are at Kansas City.

Overnight NYC shootings leave two wounded, five in custody: cops

The 21-year-old woman was shot in the back behind 569 East 108th Street in the Breukelen Houses and a man was shot once in the stomach in front of 185...

Sleep better with a memory foam pillow that stays cool and stops snoring

You'll be sleeping great in no time. 

UFC star gets cheeky in 'island' bikini pic after vicious loss

Hannah "24K" Goldy's social media presence continues to surge following her brutal TKO loss to Molly McCann at UFC London last month.

Adams greets border-crossers — but suggests most skipped crime-riddled city over 'fear'

Mayor Adams tried to greet the latest bus load of migrants to get shipped in from Texas early Sunday -- but was horrified to find the vast majority had already...

‘The time is coming’: Trump hints at 2024 White House comeback bid

Former President Donald Trump strongly indicated he is preparing to run for president and suggested an announcement will come soon.

Charlize Theron’s birth chart: How she ascended to action hero stardom

When it comes to elemental energy, Charlize Theron is heavily composed of Fire—which should come as no shocking surprise. The actress and leading woman in Hollywood is active, visceral and...

2022 NFL betting preview: New Orleans Saints

In the post-Brees, post-Payton era, the Saints are an intriguing team to bet on. 

Woman riding scooter killed by motorcycle after losing control on NYC highway

A woman riding a scooter on the Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan on Sunday morning was killed when she lost control, flipped over the guardrail and was struck by a...

Mass shooting in Cincinnati leaves at least 9 injured, gunman on the loose

At least nine people were hit in a mass shooting in a packed bar area in downtown Cincinnati early Sunday -- with the gunman fleeing despite being shot at by...

I'm worried I'm going to get laid off like my co-workers -- what can I do?

Four of my co-workers over the age of 65 have been pushed out or resigned. I feel like I’m going to be next. I can’t go to HR because they...

This entrepreneur gets paid to step in as your bridesmaid

In addition to launching the world’s first service where strangers can hire a professional bridesmaid, Jen Glantz is also an author, including “Always a Bridesmaid (For Hire).”

These factors make Under the play in this EPL battle

Once again, Manchester City enters the new Premier League season as an odds-on favorite to win the trophy.

Ukrainian risks her life to rescue wild animals from war

Natalia Popova has found a new purpose in life: Rescuing wild animals and pets from the devastation wrought by the war in Ukraine.

Ohio shooter who allegedly killed 4 has been arrested following manhunt, police say

Stephen Marlow, 39, was apprehended in Kansas by the Lawrence Police Department, Butler Township Police Chief John Porter said at a press conference.

Jacob deGrom's second big test is here

In case the five-game series finale against the Braves wasn’t going to have enough juice already, Jacob deGrom’s home debut this season is here.

The latest on Andrew Benintendi's vaccination status

Andrew Benintendi said his vaccination status has not changed since his trade to the Yankees. “I’m still open-minded about it,” Benintendi said.

Harrison police promotional test to be retaken after possible 'cheating'

The DA’s office found there to “be no merit” to the accusations in May, a spokesperson said -- but the New York State Department of Civil Service ordered a retaking...

Killer whale Nakai born at SeaWorld San Diego dies of infection

A nearly 20-year-old killer whale born at SeaWorld San Diego has died of an infection, the park announced Friday.

The not-so secret formula that has led to Mets' major culture shift

The culture shift in Queens has been as dramatic as the turnaround in the Mets’ record from 77-85 in 2021 to 69-39 (and counting) this year.

Shameless scoundrel uses fake $100 bill at boy's lemonade stand

The cheapskate then put the squeeze on the unsuspecting kid when he asked for exact change, forcing the boy to dip into his allowance to hand over $85 in legal...

Jets starter in 2021 not sulking despite expected demotion

It would be easy for Jets cornerback Bryce Hall to sulk.

Slick-fielding utilityman's latest gem propels Mets to sweep

Did anyone order a Gold Glove? If there are any coming to Citi Field after this season, one should have Luis Guillorme’s name on it.

Buried treasure from 17th-century Spanish shipwreck uncovered in the Bahamas

A treasure trove of jewels, medallions and historic artifacts has been uncovered in the Bahamas that date back to the legendary 17th century Maravillas shipwreck — and the public is about to...

Canadian man takes out billboard to trade one stick of string cheese

Angel Domingo bought a billboard in the city's Yonge-Dundas Square to advertise a single stick of string cheese apparently left behind by the previous residents, he told GlobalNews.

Mets' unsung hero comes up big again in Game 1 win

The Mets' stars are a big reason for their success, but it’s the unsung heroes who also have kept them afloat, and David Peterson is one of those guys.

One Jets pass-catcher sharp, the rest had the dropsies

Jets tight end Tyler Conklin is having a strong training camp, and that continued Saturday night.

Liberty lose key game despite Sabrina Ionescu's historic night

Diamond DeShields scored 25 points, Shey Peddy added 20 and the Mercury cruised past the Liberty 76-62 despite Sabrina Ionescu's historic night.

Massive Cuban oil tanker fire leaves 121 injured, 17 missing and 1 dead

A lighting bolt sparked a massive fire and four explosions at a Cuban oil storage facility Friday, leaving 121 people injured and 17 firefighters unaccounted for.

MLB coach gets injured while making mound visit

The Tampa Bay Rays already have 15 players on the injured list. Now pitching coach Kyle Snyder might be on the shelf, too.

Fantasy football: Be sure to snap up overlooked tight end

Fantasy football draft season is always an exciting time. Your prep work shifts into high gear as you get set to put your draft strategy into action.

Georgia couple charged with using their adopted children to make child porn

A Georgia couple has been charged with using their two adopted children to record child pornography, police said.

113 Haitian migrants in custody after sailboat runs aground off Florida Keys

The Coast Guard said in a tweet that it responded with “other partner agencies” to  a “grounded sailing vessel off Ocean Reef '' near Key Largo Saturday afternoon.

'Structural racism' makes heat waves more dangerous for black New Yorkers, city says

Black New Yorkers are more likely to fall ill during heat waves due to "structural racism," the city's Department of Health says.

Canada jury convicts Dutch man of sexually extorting Canadian teen Amanda Todd

Todd sparked an international debate over cyber-bullying when she posted a YouTube video detailing her online harassment. She committed suicide at age 15.