August 29, 2023

Top tennis star belts out song with singer dancing along after US Open victory

First Carlos Alcaraz showed off his skills on the tennis court and then he delighted the crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium with his ability to belt out a tune. 

Nevada 'black widower' convicted again of murdering 6th wife, hit man he hired to kill her

After an overturned death sentence and a retrial, a Nevada jury found Thomas Randolph, 68, guilty of orchestrating his sixth wife's murder and shooting dead the apparent hit man he hired to...

California school district settles with mom for $100K after school ‘transitioned’ daughter without her consent

A California school district has settled for $100,000 with a mother who said her daughter was "socially transitioned" to a boy without parental knowledge or consent.

Jaguars head coach cuts own son from roster on decision day

Family dinners at Doug Pederson's house might be a little awkward going forward. 

California teen who vanished in 1986 could be buried at Yosemite National Park: court docs

Stafford was charged with Bender’s murder this month after the teen victim was last seen getting into a green van at a Modesto bus depot in April 1986.

Yankees outfielder learned his fate from clubhouse TV: 'What does waivers mean?'

Harrison Bader was in the kitchen inside the Yankees’ clubhouse about 10-15 minutes before Tuesday’s game when he looked up at the TV.

Walton Goggins makes shocking return in 'Justified: City Primeval' finale

"We called Walton and said it's not a huge commitment. He said, 'Well, it sounds like fun, it could be kinda cool.'" -- Michael Dinner on Walton Goggins return as...

American women's top-ranked star thankful to be sharing US Open pressure: 'Kind of nice'

Coco Gauff, as described by Jessica Pegula, “is super electric to watch.” Jessica Pegula is not.

AI-generated Trump rap song mocking latest arrest tops iTunes chart: 'My mugshot worth a billi'

He went from top of the wanted list to top of the charts.

Trump rakes in $9.4M since Georgia mug shot — and more than $20M in August: report

This picture was worth a lot more than a thousand words.

Surveillance video reveals Nebraska tight end violently kicked into store during alleged burglary attempt

Stunning new video shows Nebraska tight end Arik Gilbert’s alleged burglary attempt of a Lincoln smoke shop. 

I'm a doctor who studied 5K near-death experiences — there is life after death

"In the face of overwhelming evidence, I've come to believe there's certainly an afterlife," Dr. Jeffrey Long wrote in a new essay for Insider.

House GOP chairmen demand DOJ documents related to Hunter Biden special counsel appointment

"The department under your leadership has been attempting to circumvent the rule of law in favor of Hunter Biden, President Biden, and the Biden family," the Republicans wrote to AG...

US opposes 2024 expedition to recover Titanic artifacts, says shipwreck is a grave site

The legal battle is playing out in the U.S. District Court in Norfolk, Virginia, which oversees Titanic salvage matters.

Florida man accused of fatally shooting pregnant girlfriend, 18, for refusing an abortion

Faison reportedly wanted Fiengo to terminate her pregnancy but she refused and investigators believe her refusal was the "probable motive" for her murder, Sanford cops said in a release.

Mets starter a bright spot in listless loss to Rangers

Jose Quintana got off to a late start this season due to rib surgery, but the lefty continues to show why the Mets will be counting on him for 2025.

American vet hopes for deep US Open run in career swan song after win: 'Tough to beat'

John Isner survived the first match of his swan-song tournament, beating Argentina’s Facundo Diaz-Acosta 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (1) on Tuesday at the U.S. Open.

Arizona mother and partner sentenced for 'horrific' child abuse, including setting 10-year-old on fire

An Arizona mother and her partner were sentenced to 20 years in prison for extreme child abuse including physical attacks, withholding of food and evidence of one defendant lighting the 10-year-old victim...

Ken Jennings officially replaces Mayim Bialik on 'Celebrity Jeopardy!'

Jennings appears solo on an official promotional poster shared to the show's Instagram page Tuesday.

Yankees righty makes strong case to stay in rotation in win over Tigers

Michael King knows that his best chance of staying in the rotation for the rest of this season banks on pitching well.

I asked a Taylor Swift fan to take my pic at the Eras Tour — it was Sandra Oh

"HOW YOU MEET SANDRA OH AND DONT KNOW ITS HERRRRRRR," one fan asked.

Two fans arrested after bizarre on-field swarming incident with MLB star

The two men were jailed and have been released pending appearances in court next month. 

Giant pandas getting 'celebearation' at Smithsonian National Zoo before going back home to China

The National Zoo will throw a 'celebearation' to say goodbye to its three pandas.

Jets defense has everything it needs to meet lofty goal

Defense wins championships, and when the defense might need some help, a future Hall of Fame QB can help push a franchise to the Lombardi Trophy.

Man, woman charged after child found in 'despicable' NJ home surrounded by over 30 dead foster dogs

"There's dogs in cages. Live dogs in cages, dead dogs in cages. Dead animals throughout the house," Evesham Township Police Chief Walt Miller told WPVI.

Venus Williams falls in most lopsided US Open defeat as career questions loom

Venus Williams came to Flushing Meadows looking for a run. It turned into a requiem.

Wisc. cops save adorable pup that jumped into squad car with 'Please Help' note on collar

Police found a loose dog named Lola with a note attached to her collar asking for help.

Dog bite results in 'extremely rare' infection, kills mother-of-two

Tracy Ridout, 53, contracted a deadly infection after being bitten by a friend’s German Shepherd less than two weeks ago.

It's NOT racist or sexist to worry Kamala Harris is a heartbeat from the presidency

Jemele Hill, now with The Atlantic, criticized Nikki Haley for warning that Vice President Kamala Harris might become the next President of the United States.

Josh Donaldson disaster needs to come with hard Yankees lesson

At this point the most the Yankees are going to receive from Josh Donaldson is a lesson.

Connecticut fire department adopts puppy rescued from 122-degree car

The 6-month-old pup found its fur-ever home after the firefighters busted him out of a locked car parked at the beach, where the temperature was a scorching 122 degrees.

I bought a portrait for $25 — I think it's haunted and now I'm cursed

"I've never seen my mom want something so much," Zoe Elliott-Brown said. "She was fascinated by it — but not in like a positive way."

Boy, 11, mauled by aunt’s therapy dog inside NYC apartment: 'Never seen such a thing'

“So I guess their strength was too much for the dog,” the aunt said. “I’m assuming that that must have been what happened.”

Famed carnival terrorized by men with giant knives, 8 stabbings, 275 arrests

The final day of the Notting Hill Carnival was "marred by serious violence," police said after hundreds of arrests and several hospitalizations overshadowed the famed-event.

Mekhi Becton feels 'a difference' after winning Jets starting job

The talk in the past that he only considered himself a left tackle — Becton is the starter at right tackle with Duane Brown entrenched on the other side —...

Deadly Australian mushroom victims 'suffered in agony,' according to new toxicology report

A toxicologist has revealed what happened to the three people who died after eating poisonous mushrooms in Victoria.

Colts make Jonathan Taylor decision as contract saga takes another twist

The Colts made a decision in the lingering saga with Jonathan Taylor.

Joe Biden's 5,000 pseudonym emails must be released NOW

Without question, all of the National Archive's records of emails sent by Joe Biden with pseudonyms need to be seen by members of Congress — and the public, everything that’s...

Confident US captain better be right about these intriguing Ryder Cup picks

Zach Johnson’s anticipated Ryder Cup Pick Six are in, and they come with their fair share of intrigue.

Want to fly an aircraft without a pilot's license? Here's your chance 

The futuristic ride, a nearly $90,000 effort from aviation company Rotor X, can take an armchair pilot as fast as 63 mph inside the single-person cockpit.

NYers' dim view of Empire State: Letters to the Editor — Aug. 30, 2023

The Issue: Poll showing 53% of New Yorkers don’t like where the state is headed and 40% are mulling leaving.

Gold Star families rip Biden for ignoring warnings ahead of Kabul airport blast: 'This was all avoidable'

"I want to know why this current administration is unable to take responsibility for their actions in the days, the weeks and the months leading up to this fatal fateful...

How self-checkout kiosks may be making Americans lonelier

They may be in the market for friends.

Djokovic can compete in the US Open again — after Biden finally ended his unscientific travel ban

Novak Djokovic is competing at the 2023 US Open after missing last year's event due to COVID-19 restrictions barring him from being able to play at the tournament.

Jets will avoid All-Pro nemesis in Week 1 as Bills keep linebacker on PUP list

The Jets will get a little reprieve in their season opener against the Bills. 

Joe Biden was why the Afghan bugout was such a disaster, but he still takes no responsibility

Two years after President Joe Biden’s disastrous retreat from Afghanistan, he still won’t take responsibility.

Mayor Adams claims NYC is BACK and a paradise — who is he fooling?

Eric Adams is trying to con us into believing New York City “is thriving.” Sorry, Mr. Mayor, but we’re not wearing rose-colored glasses.

Surging opioid nitazene could be deadlier than fentanyl, experts warn

A new study uncovered that patients who overdosed on nitazenes had to receive two or more doses of naloxone, a medication that reverses a drug overdose.

The Left vs. immigrants, Muslims, ‘Joe the Plumber’s ESP and other commentary

School wars: The Left vs. Immigrants, Muslims A federal court ruled last week that parents have no “fundamental right” to opt their kids out of education that conflicts with their...

Corendon Airlines offering an adults-only section -- for as much as $109

The Turkish carrier says people traveling without children will get quiet surroundings, and parents won’t have to worry that their crying or fidgeting kids will annoy fellow passengers.

Floundering Angels place former All-Star, four others on waivers in money-saving move

After falling out of playoff contention, the Angels are making some moves to shed money. 

NYC migrant shelter neighbor says he's 'a prisoner in my own neighborhood,' after cops install cameras outside house

The NYPD on Tuesday installed surveillance cameras outside the home of Staten Island resident Scott Herkert, instead of at the controversial migrant shelter next door.

AP's abhorrent slander that DeSantis is somehow to blame for a racist killing

An AP article names Ron DeSantis to blame for racial killings in Jacksonville, Florida.

Fort Myers suffers intense flooding as Hurricane Idalia is set to slam Florida -- fueled by rare blue supermoon

“I would say the timing is pretty bad for this one,” said meteorologist Brian Haines of the National Weather Service office in Charleston, SC.

Train operator beaten with pipe, straphanger stabbed by stranger in separate NYC subway incidents: cops

In the latest attack, the subway worker was clearing a northbound C train that was taken out of service at the 168th Street-Washington Heights subway station around 11:45 p.m. Sunday...

Patriots' Mac Jones has no backup after head-scratching roster cuts

The New England Patriots cut backup quarterbacks Bailey Zappe and Malik Cunningham on Tuesday.

Supermoon coinciding with Hurricane Idalia may intensify storm surge: 'Timing is pretty bad'

A supermoon — a full moon that occurs when its orbit is closest to Earth — can push tides into overdrive.

Mets, Yankees put struggling vets on irrevocable waivers

The Yankees have placed Harrison Bader on irrevocable waivers, and the Mets have done the same with Carlos Carrasco.

US unveils new $250M Ukraine aid package of missiles, ammo and more as war grinds on

The Biden administration announced another $250 million aid package to Ukraine Tuesday.

Vivek Ramaswamy to ‘leave the rapping to the real Slim Shady’ after Eminem licenser's cease-and-desist letter

Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy announced that he’ll no longer rap to Eminem’s music on the campaign trail after receiving a cease-and-desist letter from the rapper’s music licenser.

Dwight Gooden shed tears of joy upon learning Mets were retiring his number

The Mets will show him what he meant to them next season when they retire his No. 16.

Cat with record-breaking family has world’s longest tail at over 16 inches

The 5-year-old feline inherited the title from his late brother — but Altair is also just one of four cats raised by the same human to also earn a world...

Learn from the pros, for less, in this $60 Ableton musician training hub

Put your records on, for less!

Union Square Travel Agency cannabis dispensary aims to provide 'different strains for different uses'

Arana Hankin-Biggers. Fancy name. President of another fancy name -- the Union Square Travel Agency cannabis dispensary.

Ex-HQ Trivia host accuses NFL of stealing his comedy bit: 'Shame on you!'

Rogowsky, the comedian who formerly hosted "HQ Trivia", put the NFL on blast and accused them of ripping off his "NFL Writers Room" series in a recent marketing initiative.

Tech CEO murder suspect released for third time in deadly 30-year-old love triangle

The CEO of ReadyTech had been tried twice for the crime in the 90s, but both trials ended with a hung jury, and the case was dismissed due to a...

USMNT coach hasn't spoken with young star following World Cup drama: 'Work to be done'

The coach is still hopeful the two can make amends.

Refusing to legally define the word 'woman' is the biggest cop-out ever 

A judge rejected a lawsuit to block a trans woman from a university's Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, saying it's not the court's place to define a woman.

College student convicted of stabbing blind date during sex thought she was Salma Hayek's 'From Dusk Till Dawn' character

"I essentially looked in the mirror and I thought, 'This actress is hot,' thinking I'm Salma Hayek from the 'Dusk Till Dawn' movie, and I was hallucinating there was a...

Apparent murder-suicide leaves four dead in Texas: cops

Police in the north Texas city of Allen found four people dead Monday in what investigators say was an apparent murder-suicide.

Bat attacker who targeted good Samaritan during NYC fight over dog admits, 'I beat his ass': prosecutors

The bat-wielding man accused of pummeling a good Samaritan who tried to stop him from abusing his dog allegedly admitted “I beat his ass,” prosecutors said -- as the suspect’s...

New pro women's hockey league franchise coming to NYC area

The newly established Professional Women’s Hockey League unveiled its Original Six franchises with franchises based in NHL markets with track records of supporting the women’s game.

Miguel's back piercing promo stunt leaves fans grossed out: 'Hanging like a rotisserie chicken'

The R&B singer has gone viral over the bizarre, mid-air maneuver.

CBP demoted whistleblowers who revealed ‘decade-long failure’ to collect criminal DNA: docs

“This is an unacceptable dereliction of the agency’s law enforcement mandate,” Special Counsel Henry Kerner told then-President Donald Trump and Congress.

Nebraska tight end arrested for burglary as NCAA eligibility drama looms

Nebraska tight end Arik Gilbert is a former five-star recruit who transferred from Georgia in January.

Bet on an underdog party at Dana White's Contender Series on Tuesday

It's Tuesday night, and there are fights to bet on.

Under Armour exec Kevin Plank, TV anchor Stephanie Ruhle spoke through private phone 'at all hours': lawsuit

Under Armour executive Kevin Plank gave Stephanie Ruhle a private phone through which they communicated at all hours, according to court documents.

Competitors snorkel through slime at one of Britain's quirkiest sporting competitions

Intrepid athletes donned snorkels and slithered through slime on Sunday during one of Britain’s quirkiest sporting events: the World Bog Snorkeling Championships.

How Olivia Culpo supported Sophia after breakup with ex-Jets receiver

Olivia Culpo said she supported her younger sister, Sophia Culpo, "every step of the way" after her public split with former Jets receiver Braxton Berrios in March.

'Very selfish': Mets' Doc Gooden admits he wanted different end to 1986 World Series win

The New York Mets beat the Boston Red Sox in seven games to claim the 1986 World Series title.

All-pink Victorian home asks $1.1M: 'What in the Pepto-Bismol is going on here?!'

Fitting for a summer that saw "Barbie" rise to blockbuster status, a bold-looking home in the Midwest is now for sale -- and it's a real-life Dreamhouse.

Vanguard joins BlackRock in rejecting more ESG proposals from shareholders

The Vanguard Group says it has only approved 2% of the environmental and social resolutions brought by shareholders in 2023, down from 12% last year.

Three Trump co-defendants plead not guilty in Georgia election case

Three of former President Donald Trump's co-defendants in the 2020 Georgia election tampering case have entered not guilty pleas.

Biden's ‘swaggering faith in himself’ left White House ill-prepared as Taliban took over Afghanistan: bombshell book

Biden overestimated his own competence in foreign affairs ahead of the fall of Afghanistan, according to a new book by Franklin Foer, a writer at The Atlantic.

Don't miss Target's Summer Send-Off Labor Day sale: Shop Keurig, Cuisinart, more

Save during Target's Summer Send-Off Sale!

Singer Yuliana Perea dies after liposuction surgery — cause of death revealed

The 38-year-old musician, a member of the group Electro Ritmo and known for her spirited vocals and charisma, had reportedly gone to a clinic in Loreto on Aug. 22.

NYC dad believed to have killed 'perfect' family was 'stressed' over move to the suburbs: cops

Edison Lopez is believed to have stabbed his wife and two sons to death before turning the weapon on himself.

Coast Guard saves four people, dog at last moment from boat sinking off NJ

The boat was sinking near Forked River in Barnegat Bay when a Coast Guard boat, which was out on an exercise at the time, spotted it, officials said.

My favorite Crocs nearly got me killed — how it happened is so embarrassing

A woman from England discovered her favorite footwear isn't necessarily appropriate for all occasions.

Some Michigan football tickets are under $40. Here's how to get them

It's officially "Go Blue!" season.

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Latest Biden coverup — 5,400 emails he sent under secret names

The latest DC shellshocker is the National Archives blocking release of 5,000+ emails Vice President Joe Biden wrote using a pseudonym to shroud Biden family graft.

Four state troopers hit by alleged stoned driver: 'Bright lights and bodies flying'

"Guy got out of the car and was like, 'It wasn't my fault. It wasn't my fault. The lights blinded me,'" a witness said of alleged stoned driver.

Microplastics trigger behavioral changes akin to dementia: study

"This was striking. These were not high doses of microplastics, but in only a short period of time, we saw these changes," lead researcher Jaime Ross said.

Gunman who killed 3 at a Jacksonville Dollar General stopped at different discount store before racially motivated attack: cops

Ryan Palmeter stopped at another Jacksonville discount store before killing three black people at a Dollar General and himself, cops say.

NYT unions try to block management over monitoring return-to-office mandate: report

The New York Times' unions are trying to stop the company's new policies that track the amount of days workers return-to-offiice via badge swipe data, according to a new report.

Coco Gauff: Obamas 'gave me good advice' after tense US Open win

Coco Gauff had an unexpected meeting with President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama Monday at the U.S. Open.

Ex-Patriots QB reveals what it's like to play for a team co-owned by Brady

Jimmy Garoppolo and Tom Brady were teammates in New England.

Adams says closing Rikers Island a 'flawed plan' as he asks City Council for new solution

"It was a flawed plan from the beginning," Adams said in some of his most decisive comments to date on the planned closing of the infamous island jail.

Gun fired at White Sox game was snuck in via woman's 'belly fat'

Multiple people were struck by gunfire Friday night at the White Sox game at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.

Angry motorists rage at climate demonstrators blocking Washington DC traffic: 'F--k out of here!'

"I want to go to work! I want to go to work!" a driver screamed as he stormed among the protesters sitting across the road, ripping banners from their hands...

CUNY bigwig who hired pro-Palestinian prof leaving job

CUNY Graduate Center President Robin Garrell, who came under fire this month for hiring controversial pro-Palestinian professor Marc Lamont Hill, will step down at the end of September.

BetMGM bonus code NPBONUS scores up to $1,500 offer for Angels-Phillies, any game

The BetMGM bonus code NPBONUS allows new customers to get up to $1,000 in bonus bets for the Philadelphia Phillies hosting the Los Angeles Angels.

These for-sale NYC homes come with a rare amenity

Having a basement-level pool in the thick of Manhattan is a rare get, even for the city's super-wealthy -- but now, four listed homes deliver them swim-ready.

Adams, 'Buffoon' Curtis Sliwa resort to name calling while sparring over migrant crisis

"If you look in the dictionary for the word 'buffoon,' tell me what picture comes up," snapped the mayor during a press conference at City Hall.

Gen Z should drink more beer, eat less trendy TikTok food: experts

Crack open a cold one for better gut health, new research reveals.

MLB star was 'a little scared at first' about swarming fans

Ronald Acuña admitted he had some concerns as fans were rushing up towards him at Coors Field on Monday night.

Kanye West caught in NSFW moment during Italian boat ride

Kanye West was caught with his pants down during a boat ride in Italy with his “wife,” Bianca Censori.

Meghan Markle was blocked by the royal family from saying this word on 'Suits,' creator reveals

"The royal family did not want her saying the word," "Suits" creator Aaron Korsh said. "A few things that we wanted to do and couldn’t do, and it was a...

Chicago TV news reporter on assignment to cover thefts robbed of video camera at gunpoint: 'Total irony'

A Univision Chicago reporter and a cameraman were in Wicker Park when a black SUV and a gray sedan pulled up alongside them, Chicago police said.

Buster Murdaugh breaks silence on father's bombshell murder conviction

Buster Murdaugh, 26, is breaking his silence to defend his dad but admitted the convicted killer is a psychopath. Alex was convicted of murdering wife Maggie and son Paul.

Why the Cardinals will shock the NFL world in 2023

Over in Vegas, the Cardinals have the longest odds to win the Super Bowl and their win total has dropped to 4.5 across the market.

Fighting in Ethiopia's Amhara region leaves 183 dead: UN watchdog

Fighting between Ethiopia's military and militiamen in the Amhara region has killed at least 183 people, the UN human rights office said on Tuesday.

Unseeded American scores massive US Open upset

An unsung American hero has emerged in Flushing.

Here's how to get tickets to Trans-Siberian Orchestra's 2023 tour now

O come all ye faithful Christmas music fans.

Maine small town's plan to build flagpole taller than Empire State Building hit with another setback

The completed pole would stand taller than NYC's Empire State Building.

Dog escapes shelter, sneaks into nursing home: 'Now he is all of ours'

"Having a dog around makes it feel like home.”

Breaking News Now: Yankees release former AL MVP after nightmare stint

On Tuesday, the New York Yankees announced the release of third baseman Josh Donaldson. The 37-year-old former AL MVP put up some of the worst numbers of his career while...

Wagner Group rebel Yevgeny Prigozhin buried in private ceremony in St. Petersburg: Russian outlets

Remains identified by Moscow as those of the rogue warlord were buried next to his father in the Porokhovskoye cemetery in his hometown of St. Petersburg, according to his press...

Delivery driver caught dumping grocery order on the side of the road: 'I'm watching you'

The video, filmed in Wyndham Vale in Melbourne, shows a small pile of groceries dumped on the side of the road with a delivery driver hunched over the top of...

San Francisco commissioner behind 'doom loop' tour resigns with attack on 'deplorable' conditions and 'rampant criminality'

Alex Ludlum, a San Francisco land-use commissioner who organized the controversial "doom loop" tour, resigned after his identity was outed and the event garnered national attention.

Here's why more Americans are bailing on buying homeowners insurance

Some 12% of US homeowners decline to buy insurance, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.

Stitches picks the Orioles-White Sox on Tuesday

Chicago’s Jesse Scholten has allowed 10 runs in his last 8 ²/₃.

Chess prodigy Hans Niemann settles legal fight over claims he used anal beads to cheat

Hans Niemann, 19, made global headlines after his rival alleged the American used vibrating "anal beads" to cheat during a match.

Jackson Mahomes felony case hearing delayed

The younger brother of the Chiefs quarterback was charged in May with three felony counts of aggravated sexual battery and one misdemeanor count of battery.

More than 60 people detained at gay wedding in Nigeria

A state police spokesman told reporters that homosexuality “will never be tolerated” in Nigeria.

Special 'The Price Is Right' tribute to Bob Barker to air on CBS days after his death

The TV icon died on Aug. 26 at the age of 99.

Giants newcomers among 10 captains voted by teammates

If there is strength in numbers, the Giants will have a formidable lineup of captains this season.

DC judge apparently strikes down Viktor Shokin affidavit from Trump Jan. 6 case

A federal judge removed a filing by Donald Trump’s legal team from the docket in his 2020 election interference case in Washington, DC, which apparently included an affidavit by Viktor...

Why is the right side of a hurricane more dangerous?

Usually, the right-front quadrant of a storm in the Northern Hemisphere carries higher winds, waves and storm surge, according to the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research.

Elon Musk's Tesla-themed diner and drive-in movie theater gets approved in Los Angeles

Musk's 1950s-style drive-in will feature a pair of giant movie screens.

X will allow political ads from candidates, parties ahead of 2024 election

The move to allow all political ads in the US could help Elon Musk's X grow its revenue at a time when many advertisers have fled or reduced spending on the platform.

House panel wants records on Jack Smith deputy's White House visits before Trump charges

The House Judiciary Committee demanded that the Biden administration explain why a prosecutor working for special counsel Jack Smith visited the West Wing before former President Donald Trump's indictment.

History shows 'Hard Knocks' teams overperform during the season

Being on 'Hard Knicks' could be a good omen for the Jets.

Rosie O’Donnell begs for style advice to see Beyonce show: ‘Don’t want to disobey the Queen’

"I’ve been told by a fairly reliable source that Beyoncé wants everyone who’s coming to see her on Labor Day to wear silver clothes."

Mookie Betts gaining unprecedented MVP steam despite Ronald Acuna Jr.'s 30-60 quest

Ronald Acuna Jr. was -1000 to win NL MVP just a few days ago but Mookie Betts is making it a race.

Mom's huge meat haul makes the case for Costco membership: 'All this for $43'

According to the Aussie shopper, bulk-buying meat from Costco and then freezing individual portions is the way to save big.

Walmart asks pharmacists to take pay cuts, work fewer hours in move to reduce costs

Walmart is asking some of its 16K pharmacists to voluntarily take pay cuts and reduce their working hours in a bid to cut costs, a person familiar with the matter says.

Josh Donaldson's brutal Yankees tenure comes to an end

The frequent target of Yankees’ fans ire, Donaldson finished this season with 10 of his 15 hits going for home runs.

Vogue names trans cyclist the only athlete on '25 powerhouse women' list

Welsh cyclist Emily Bridges – a trans woman – was the only sports figure listed on British Vogue's 25 "powerhouse women" list in its September issue.

'Bachelorette' alum alive, blames 'hacking' for death statement

The reality star claimed he was the victim of a hacker's "cruel joke" that was "mocking my mental illness."

Deceased founder of powerful boy band talent agency sexually abused hundreds of teens for decades: probe

A team investigating sexual assault allegations by the late founder of a powerful talent agency for boy bands has found the charges credible.

Where is "Barbie Girl" group Aqua going on tour in 2023?

Life in plastic, it's fantastic.

Bet on Philly to dominate the Angels on Tuesday

The Angels look to Tyler Anderson (5-5, 5.35 ERA) on Tuesday with Philadelphia countering with Michael Lorenzen (7-8, 3.69 ERA).

2 sisters and aunt diagnosed with cancer within months: 'There for each other'

"It would have been a lot more difficult going through it by yourself," said one sister, noting that they endured chemotherapy sessions and underwent surgeries simultaneously.

Manhattan to land first-ever movie studio as investors plan $350M complex on Hudson River: report

It's Hollywood on the Hudson. A group of New York City's big-moneyed investors have joined forces to build a $350 million production-studio complex -- Manhattan's first ever -- on a...

Today’s Iconic Moment in NY Sports: Billie Jean King plays in first US Open match of the Open Era

August 29, 1968: Billie Jean King plays in the first U.S. Open match of the Open Era. The top-seeded King made it back to the final after capturing the U.S....

Is 'TrumpGPT' Ramaswamy an asset for ex-prez — or is Trumpism a threat?

Former President Donald Trump wasn’t on the debate stage in Milwaukee, but Trumpism was, thanks to 38-year-old businessman Vivek Ramaswamy.

'The Equalizer 3' review: Finally, one of these things is good

For once, an “Equalizer” is more than a murderous walk in the park. 

Biden NIH pick slapped with four medical malpractice claims including wrongful death: watchdog

A conservative watchdog is raising concerns about four medical malpractice cases against President Biden’s nominee to helm the National Institutes of Health.

California sues school district over policy 'outing' trans students to parents

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed suit to block a local school district's policy to inform parents if their children show signs they may be transgender.

Drug price drops: Here are the 10 subject to new Medicare reforms

"No matter who they vote for, Americans are suffering from the high costs of prescription drugs,” said one health care expert.

Deer walks into Washington candy shop, stops to savor some sweet treats

Surveillance footage from Buddy and Howie’s Candy Store in Ocean Shores, Wash. showed the deer waiting in the doorway for a moment before deciding to step inside.

Family that walks on all fours baffles scientists: They 'shouldn't exist'

A family in Turkey walks in a way that has baffled scientists and challenges the world's understanding of human evolution -- on all fours, using the palms of their hands...

Cruise ship with thousands on board collides with oil tanker, leaving passengers injured

A P&O cruise ship has collided with an oil tanker off the coast of Spain, injuring some passengers on-board.

Yankees have 'inferior product' on field: Bret Boone

The New York Yankees are in last place in the AL East and 11 games back in the AL wild-card standings.

Adam Sandler’s daughter prepped for ‘Bat Mitzvah’ movie role with her own party

Sunny's own bat mitzvah was filled with celebs including Jennifer Aniston, David Spade and Taylor Lautner. 

Grayscale wins lawsuit against SEC as court paves way for one-of-a-kind bitcoin ETF

A spot bitcoin ETF would provide investors the opportunity to gain exposure to the digital asset without having to purchase bitcoin via a retail exchange.

Battered 5-year-old son of NYC hammer attack victim suffering from 'temporary amnesia' but out of ICU

The young son of a Brooklyn woman killed by a hammer-wielding housemate has been moved from the ICU to a regular hospital room in what is being called a "remarkable...

Crafty alligator loose in NJ after evading stunned cops twice

The rogue reptile is 3 or 4 feet long and was first spotted in Lake Creighton at Victor Crowell Park in Middlesex on Wednesday.

Mets promote top-five prospect to Double-A

The No. 11 overall pick in 2022 out of Georgia Tech was hitting .265 with 11 home runs, 42 RBIs and a .787 OPS in 87 games for the Cyclones...

Why longtime NFL insider left ESPN for The Athletic

The 40-year-old opted to end her eight-year tenure with ESPN to join The Athletic this month.

UNC-Chapel Hill shooting victim ID'd as Zijie Yan, gun suspect's professor

Zijie Yan, an associate professor in the university’s Department of Applied Physical Sciences, was murdered on Monday at around 1 p.m.

Greater threat to human life expectancy than tobacco or alcohol revealed in bombshell report

Should more stringent air quality standards be met, researchers estimated that a combined 3.2 million years of human life could be gained as a result.

Nets extend their WFAN broadcast deal

The upcoming 2023-24 season will be the Nets' 20th on WFAN, starting with the inaugural campaign in 2004-05.

Citadel interns get paid $19K a month if they get into 'math boot camp'

Less than 1% of nearly 70,000 college students who apply for an internship at the trading firm are accepted, according to Bloomberg.

Franklin remains formidable Category 4 hurricane with impacts expected to spread up Eastern Seaboard

Hurricane Franklin continues to churn as a major Category 4 hurricane far off the East Coast, but is still threatening impacts to both the Eastern Seaboard and Bermuda. 

Sudden elevator plunge sends passengers flying, injures 3: shocking video

"Everything was spinning. We were all thrown in the air before crashing onto the floor," said one occupant.

Gunman suspected of plotting mass shooting at black church gets turned away at door because it's too crowded

“When you just think about how close we came to having the same kind of horrific situation that we had at the synagogue in Pittsburgh, it's like the Grace of God,'' said...

Francis Suarez becomes first Republican to suspend presidential campaign

Suarez, 45, was one of the last Republican contenders to enter the race, announcing his candidacy June 14.

Russian police official blown up by drone while mowing lawn at his country home

The deadly drone strike took place less than a mile from the Ukraine border.

8-year-old boy finds 1,800-year-old silver coin in school sandbox

An 8-year-old German boy has unearthed an extremely rare silver coin while playing in a sandbox, dating to about 1,800 years before he was born.

Dem Sen. Tammy Baldwin may have broken COVID rules on fall 2020 NYC trip

Sen. Tammy Baldwin may have flouted New York's COVID restrictions on a taxpayer-funded trip to Gotham in late 2020, according to a new report. Baldwin (D-Wis.), 61, traveled to the...

Apple expected to unveil new iPhones, smartwatches at fall event

Apple will try to entice shoppers with a range of new features for its flagship device, as the launch comes against the backdrop of a slump in smartphone demand globally,...

Wayfair Labor Day sale 2023: Score deals on furniture, decor, more

Upgrade your home with the best deals.

Parents warned not to give these snacks to young children due to 'overlooked' choking hazard

Child safety experts have urged parents of young children to steer clear of two popular snacks, warning them they pose a serious health risk.

3M agrees to pay $6B in US military earplug lawsuit settlement

About 240,000 people are expected to be eligible for the settlement, Chris Seeger, a lead lawyer for the plaintiffs, said.

Brooks Koepka's model wife celebrates LIV Golf star making US Ryder Cup roster

The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit hopeful celebrated the new Tuesday on her Instagram Stories.

Three dogs to watch make some noise at the US Open on Tuesday

Round 1 of the US Open continues Tuesday, and there are plenty of vulnerable favorites for us to try and beat on the card.

Mets fans rebuff Max Scherzer in Citi Field return with Rangers

It was jeers over cheers from the Citi Field faithful for ex-Mets hurler Max Scherzer in his return to Citi Field on Monday.

Suns standout seen in video with porn star

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton was the No. 1 pick overall in the 2018 NA Draft.

Trey Lance deserves a shot after Cowboys trade: ex-49ers QB

The San Francisco 49ers traded quarterback Trey Lance to the Dallas Cowboys after committing to Sam Darnold as Brock Purdy's backup.

2-year-old NYC boy killed when mom's boyfriend throws him against wall: cops

The battered body of the tragic toddler was discovered around noon Sunday inside the home on East 68th Street near Avenue U in Bergen Beach, where suspect 23-year-old Latrell Lewis...

Adams slams Hochul's handling of migrant crisis: 'The governor is wrong'

Adams issued a scathing rebuke of Gov. Hochul's handling of the migrants flooding in New York.

Job openings plunge to lowest level in 2 years in welcome news for Fed

Fewer Americans also quit, with 3.5 million people leaving their jobs last month, down from 3.8 million in June.

Tiny price and hilarious description trigger dozens of offers on Michigan home

The $1 list price is a real attention grabber, but the comically candid description of “the world’s cheapest home," on the market in Pontiac, MI, steals the show.

Harrowing video captures passenger screams as plane violently rocks during terrifying flight to Mallorca

Stomach-churning video captured passengers aboard a flight to the Spanish island of Majorca screaming as the plane rocked violently during a storm – with the woman who shot the footage...

Little boy chased by pack of wild dogs on beach in heart-stopping video

A child in Russia is lucky to be alive after being attacked by a pack of wild dogs who chased him into the sea.

I wrote my stepson out of my will -- my biological children will get everything

A man has come under fire online for refusing to include his stepchild as a beneficiary in his will.

Woman accused of shooting 4-year-old girl dead claims it was 'firearm safety' lesson

Breanna Runions was charged with murder and aggravated child abuse after allegedly pushing the loaded gun into the tot's chest and pulling the trigger.

I drank the ‘Starbucks pregnancy drink’ to speed up my stalled labor

With bellies full of delayed babies and hearts set on evicting the little ones as soon as possible, expectant moms are downing a tea rumored to induce labor. Does it...

Pilot reveals secret trick to determine if the turbulence on your flight is actually dangerous

Sydney pilot and reality TV star Jimmy Nicholson shared a now-viral TikTok on-board a flight with such crazy turbulence he was seen calming his wife.

We found tickets to Dave Matthews Band's just announced MSG shows

The jammin' never stops.

Save on appliances, tools, and more during Home Depot's Labor Day sale

Save on appliances, tools, and more this Labor Day!

Screaming baby on airplane compared to R2-D2, 'cat in heat' in viral video

An airplane passenger had the internet in hysterics after comparing the incessant screams of a toddler on board to R2D2 from "Star Wars."

Aaron Rodgers' losses will be a win at this Milwaukee pub

In Milwaukee, cheese is being served with sour grapes.

Browns wish veteran happy birthday — and then cut him

All NFL teams have until 4 p.m. ET Tuesday to reduce their rosters to 53 players.

Burger King must face suit claiming Whoppers are too small

Burger King argues that it wasn't required to deliver burgers that look "exactly like the picture," but the judge said it was up to jurors to "tell us what reasonable...

YouTube could soon let you search for songs just by humming

Searching for songs just got smoother.

Suspected gangbanger nabbed after girlfriend seen hanging out window with AK-47

The woman made headlines when San Francisco police posted the Wild West-style image of her brandishing the AK-47 during an illegal sideshow.

Rep. Steve Scalise says he's been diagnosed with cancer

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) announced Tuesday that he was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, a type of blood cancer.

Craving candy? Watching someone else scarf down treats can reduce urges: study

Scientists have found some "Twix" to minimize the itch to eat candy.

'Crazy plane lady' Tiffany Gomas returns to the skies -- but won't say what she saw

The self-described "crazy plane lady" who was kicked off an American Airlines flight last month after a deranged viral meltdown remained coy about her deranged behavior upon touching down at...

bet365 Kentucky bonus code NYPNEWS: Grab up to $365, $200 in other states, for Tuesday's slate

Get up to $365 in bonus bets when you sign up at bet365 using the bonus code NYPNEWS.

Joe Schoen shores up Giants' D-line with another ex-Bill

Basham is entering his third year in the NFL.

Heartbreaking photos show mom, two kids cuddling just months before UWS murder-suicide by killer dad

Alexandra Witek and her two young sons were found stabbed to death on Monday.

Dad accused of killing baby by shoving wet wipe down her throat

The dad was heard by a relative yelling at baby Iris, "Why can't you shut the f--- up?!"

Maui resident blasts tourists taking photos after deadly wildfires: 'Slap in the face'

"You have tourists taking pictures of the destruction in Lahaina while there's still bodies there. They're snorkeling off the waters while they're pulling people out of the water."

Zach Bryan just announced a huge 2024 tour. Where's he performing?

This is the tour where Bryan levels up to bona fide arena and stadium headliner status.

Elon Musk almost runs red light livestreaming Tesla's self-driving software

Musk livestreamed the test drive through Palo Alto on his social media platform, X, which is formerly known as Twitter.

People losing it after discovering how cashews actually grow: 'This is not real'

Australian man Jackson Jansen was shocked when he discovered the popular “nut” is actually a seed that grows on the outside of a specific apple variety.

Umpire handshake snub closes out frosty US Open showdown

The tension between Coco Gauff and Laura Siegemund didn't end after their drama-filled match at the US Open on Monday evening.

Cold case solved: Officials identify killer in infamous 'Lady of the Dunes' mystery

Investigators have closed the case after ruling that Ruth Marie Terry was murdered by her now-late husband, Guy Rockwell Muldavin.

Polarizing LIV Golf star among US Ryder Cup surprises

The American team, which was already comprised of automatic qualifiers Scottie Scheffler, Wyndham Clark, Brian Harman, Patrick Cantlay, Max Homa and Xander Schauffele, hasn’t won the Ryder Cup on European soil...

The wedding traditions couples want to leave behind revealed

Forget walking down the aisle to “The Wedding March” — a new survey suggests couples are looking to make their wedding as unique as they are themselves.

'Beach etiquette' is real — and here's what you should and shouldn't do

One in six Americans still find sand in their clothes at least a week after going to the beach, according to new research.

At least two dead as 'unprecedented' 450 wildfires scorch Louisiana

“Wildfires this many and of this intensity are unprecedented,” Louisiana's commissioner of the Agriculture and Forestry Department said.

I thought my swollen knee was a sprain — it was flesh-eating bacteria

An Atlanta woman lost her leg after doctors misdiagnosed her flesh-eating bacterial infection as a simple sprain.

Woman whose leg was torn off by bull shark recalls poking beast's 'gooey' eyes, trying to scream for help

“I’m not going to avoid that when it’s something I like to do," she said of swimming, surfing and scalloping.

I'm in the 's--t moms club,' I swear like a sailor in front of my kids but I'm a good parent

“Don’t hate on the s**t moms club. We are amazing mothers paving the way for the next generation,” mom Katie says in the video.

World’s most expensive cheese sells for $32K at auction

“We knew we had a good cheese but also that it is very difficult to win,” Guillermo Pendás, who manufactured the un-brie-lievably pricey nosh.

Mom sparks heated online debate after rocking her baby in plane's emergency exit row

A woman has faced backlash online for rocking her baby on a plane in front of an emergency exit row. 

USC coach hopeful Bronny James will return to basketball

It is unclear when Bronny James will return to action.

Prince Harry wanted Princess Di’s blue engagement ring — but William got it first

The late Princess Diana's infamous 18-carat sapphire and diamond ring has been a treasured hunk of jewelry in the royal family for decades.

New York City firmly behind Novak Djokovic in hunt for US Open win

Novak Djokovic is now a fan favorite at the US Open, which wasn't always the case.

Giants activate speedy wideout from PUP list, release veteran

The second-year receiver is returning from an ACL tear suffered last November.

Disney 'Good Luck Charlie' child star who became viral meme begins high school

"Your yearly reminder that you're getting old," Mia Talerico wrote.

Intensifying Idalia expected to hit Florida with winds up to 120 mph as residents brace for impact

The wicked storm — expected to make landfall between 6 a.m. and noon Wednesday — has left about 14 million Floridians under hurricane and tropical storm warnings.

Water main break near Times Square halts subway service, closes streets

A water main break in Times Square has shut down streets in Midtown and suspended subway service, officials said.

Putin orders security services to prepare for new mutiny after Prigozhin's death: report

The Wagner Group's June mutiny was said to have made an "indelible impression" on Putin.

Bet on this extremely competitive US Open match on Tuesday afternoon

The match is set to begin at 1 p.m. ET at the Arthur Ashe Tennis Center.

'Porch pirate' caught on video stealing iPad right out of FedEx worker's hands

A brazen “porch pirate” in Virginia was caught on video stealing a package right out of a stunned FedEx worker's hands.

Eminem bans Vivek Ramaswamy from rapping his songs during 2024 campaign after 'Lose Yourself' stunt

The real Slim Shady has, indeed, stood up -- against presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy rapping his tunes.

Brian Boucher joins TNT's NHL coverage as between-the-benches analyst

TNT’s “between the boards” position opened up when Keith Jones became the president of hockey operations for the Flyers.

Ultra rare Blue supermoon in Pisces; prepare to howl and heal

A super Blue Moon in the moody, mutable, mystical, poppy spiked waters of Pisces is on the rise my babies. Peaking on August 30th at 9:36 PM EST this lunation...

How ex-UFC champ better appreciates what makes her fan favorite after snoozer

Over her years as a championship-level fighter in the UFC, Rose Namajunas earned a reputation as one to watch.

WWE has a critical decision to make with honoring Bray Wyatt's legacy

Plenty of time will need to pass so hearts and souls can mend after the death of Bray Wyatt.

Tennis hot head's 'disabled people' slur caught on hot mic during US Open meltdown

Bublik has been slammed after he was accused of making a bizarre comment while expressing his frustration during the match.

UWS murder-suicide family ID'd as building super, wife and sons

The family of four was found dead at their West 86th Street home on Monday afternoon.

Boston cops attacked as hundreds of teenagers brawl outside two cinemas offering $4 tickets

Boston cops arrested 13 teenagers between the ages of 12 and 17 who were charged with assault and battery on a police officer, disorderly conduct and disturbing the peace in...

Migrants trafficked into US by ISIS-linked smuggler triggers FBI manhunt: report

The FBI is reportedly scrambling to find more than a dozen Uzbek nationals who sought asylum in the US earlier this year.

Jailed US citizen Paul Whelan seen in rare video at Russian penal colony

U.S. citizen Paul Whelan, a former marine jailed in Russia over espionage charges, was seen in a rare video broadcast on Monday by a Kremlin-backed news channel.

How a long look at their prospects could help the Yankees make the most of their sobering reality

The words were jarring, and Tampa Bay’s Brandon Lowe made sure to repeat them, calling the Yankees a “last-place team,” both in an on-field interview following a heated game between...

Meghan Markle 'worried' Kate Middleton will 'meddle' in talks with Harry: report

During his short stint on home soil next month, the Duke of Sussex is reportedly set to take part in a healing conversation with his father, King Charles.

Video captures desperate escape after helicopter crash into home that left 2 dead

Dramatic video captured the moment two survivors of a deadly police helicopter crash in Florida climbed out of the wreckage and onto a roof as smoke billowed behind them.

Who should and should not be picked for the US Ryder Cup team

Experience, form, passion ... and a little bit of outside-the-box gut-feeling thinking.  These are the essential elements U.S. Ryder Cup captain Zach Johnson should be locked in on as he...

Special treatment for educator with Z-cup 'breasts' teaches kids the wrong lesson

As school changes protocol for new teacher Kayla Lemieux — notorious for sporting Z-cup prosthetic breasts — impressionable teens will only learn that their delusions will be indulged.

The path to contending in 2024 starts with what every team can count on in their rotations now

Clubs that are well-stocked with starters and can avoid (or even mostly avoid) the market are going to be in a hugely advantageous position next year.

Judge rejects sorority sisters' lawsuit blocking trans woman from joining

“Women have a biological reality that deserves to be protected and recognized, and we will continue to fight for that right just as women suffragists for decades have been told...

Florida gas stations received contaminated gasoline ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia's arrival

As Florida Gulf Coast residents prepare for Tropical Storm Idalia's arrival and life-threatening impacts, state officials report gas distributed from the Port of Tampa was contaminated, possibly impacting drivers in Southwest Florida. 

WWE superstar still has 'work to do' in after bucket list match

Trish Stratus saw so many reasons for another extended run in WWE, something she hadn’t had since her first retirement in 2006.

King Charles to ax 20% of royal household staff in 'major shakeup': report

King Charles is looking to trim the fat of his royal household staff as he plans to axe a whopping 20% of jobs in a "major shakeup," according to a...

3 US Marines killed in aircraft crash in Australia identified

“We are deeply saddened by the loss of three respected and beloved members of the MRF-D family.”

Dear Abby: My daughter-in-law falsely accused my husband of molesting our grandson

Dear Abby weighs in on family drama, alcoholism and more.

Florida mom kills 2 kids, self in apparent murder-suicide after losing custody battle

Hutchins was ordered to relinquish custody of her son by 6 p.m. Friday but never showed up for the appointment according to the sheriff.

US Open loser blasts crowd after defeat: 'No respect for me'

Fans honed in on Siegemund during the moments when she appeared to be taking her time, such as wiping the sweat off her face and racquet.

Yankees outfielder sits again during brutal slump at plate

For the second time in four games, Harrison Bader was out of the Yankees’ lineup on Monday night. 

Dentist accused of killing wife by poisoning her protein shakes set to enter a plea to charges

A Colorado dentist accused of killing his wife by lacing her protein shakes with poison is set to enter a plea in court to a first-degree murder charge on Tuesday.

Mets manager raves about Max Scherzer before first return

Max Scherzer was back in town Monday with the Rangers for the first time since the Mets traded him to Texas.

Virginia dad accused of beating son's youth soccer coach with metal water bottle

Coach Vince Villanueva said he didn't know why the father attacked him but remembers the team was losing ahead of the beat-down that knocked him out.

E.coli bacteria detected in Grand Canyon National Park’s water supply

National Park Service has issued a boil water advisory for the Phantom Ranch area.

Coco Gauff rallies from slow start for tense US Open win with Obamas cheering on

Coco Gauff likes a fast-paced match, and she got the opposite in the first round of the U.S. Open against German qualifier Laura Siegemund.

Yankees not planning on changing rookie's position: 'Been that good'

During his climb through the minor leagues, and even coming into his first season with the Yankees, there were questions about whether Anthony Volpe would remain at shortstop in the...

Vivek Ramaswamy asks why he should vote for presidential candidate 'with least experience’ in resurfaced 2004 clip

A 20-year-old clip of Republican presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy asking then Democratic presidential candidate Rev. Al Shapton why he should vote for him given his lack of “political experience" has...

Mom of 5's still-at-large murderer might a be 'serial killer,' sheriff says

The man suspected of murdering Rachel Morin has shown "no regard for human life" and could be a "serial killer," the Maryland sheriff overseeing the case said Monday.