April 19, 2024

Jack Leiter already sent back down to minors after rocky debut

All it took was one start to send Jack Leiter back down to the Minor Leagues.

House Democrat introduces bill aimed at Trump that would strip Secret Service protection from felons

Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) on Friday introduced legislation that would strip Secret Service protection from convicted felons sentenced to prison, a bill clearly aimed at former President Donald Trump.  “Unfortunately,...

'Conspiracy theorist' Max Azzarello dead after setting himself on fire across from Trump hush money trial in NYC

The 37-year-old Florida man succumbed to the severe burns he suffered following the sickening self-immolation inside Collect Pond Park.

Breaking down Islanders-Hurricanes matchups, plus a prediction

The Post’s Ethan Sears breaks down the matchups that'll define the Islanders' series against the Hurricanes in the first round of the NHL playoffs.

Mets star exits game with thumb injury: 'He was in pain'

Francisco Alvarez departed Friday’s game with obvious discomfort in his left thumb, leaving the Mets to fear they will be without him for awhile.

Israel's response is just a start in stopping Iran’s reach

Israel’s retaliatory strike Thursday night against Iran was remarkably restrained.

Rangers staring down all kinds of pressure as playoff run begins

For players on the Rangers who were with the team a year ago, which encompasses the majority of their dressing room, the sting hasn’t fully subsided.

Jimmy Butler-less Heat crush Bulls in play-in game to secure No. 8 seed, rematch with Celtics

A rematch of the last two Eastern Conference finals awaits in Round 1 this year.

Dave Portnoy makes Stanley Cup pick amid $5.4 million hot streak

Dave Portnoy’s Stanley Cup winner pick is in. 

Trump's 'hush money' trial set for opening arguments on Monday following dramatic end to jury selection

Opening arguments are set to start in Donald Trump's hush money trial Monday after a dramatic end to jury selection.

GM's coy comments suggest Jets have Brock Bowers interest: 'Real weapon'

The big question of whether the Jets would take Brock Bowers could be answered next week if Bowers is still on the board when they select at No. 10.

Yankees star shows up to game in Taylor Swift hoodie on 'TTPD' release day

Anthony Rizzo is just the latest in the sports world to celebrate Taylor Swift album release day.

Juan Soto's monster home run fires up Yankees, electrifies crowd in thrilling win over AL East rival

Juan Soto seems perfect for New York — and he proved it again Friday night at Yankee Stadium.

Horrified witnesses yelled for help as 'investigative researcher' set himself on fire outside Trump trial: video

Horrified witnesses desperately called for help as Max Azzarello lit himself on fire in a park outside the Manhattan courthouse where President Donald Trump’s hush money trial is taking place.

Texas boy, 10, confesses to killing a stranger in 2022 — but he can't be charged under state law

The boy admitted he once killed a man and threatened to do it again.

Firing anti-Israel subversives is a good start, but Google's Sundar Pichai has a long way to go

It looks like Google finally got around to googling Winston Churchill’s famous quote: “An appeaser is one who feeds a crocodile, hoping it will eat him last.”

Rep. Ilhan Omar's first remarks since 21-year-old daughter arrested at Columbia anti-Israel protest

"I am enormously proud of my daughter @israhirsi," the far-left "Squad" member wrote on X the day after the 21-year-old was arrested at the Columbia protest.

Patrick Roy brings all-out 'drive,' Stanley Cup pedigree to Islanders on eve of playoffs

The Stanley Cup playoffs were where Patrick Roy elevated his status as a player into legendary. 

Surging Mets suddenly look comparable to Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers in early-season shock

In the tale of the tape between MLB’s two best-paid teams, the transition-time Mets look shockingly comparable to the World Series-favored Dodgers.

2004 Red Sox World Series champion dead at 54

Dave McCarty was first drafted by the Twins in the first round of the 1991 MLB June Amateur Draft out of Stanford to start his 11-year career.

Israel's strike on Iran is not escalation — leave that to Biden & Co.

Blame Biden for the widening war in the Middle East, not Israel's justified counterattacks.

Planes nearly collide on runway at Reagan National Airport outside DC, stopping just 400 feet apart

It took another 30 seconds for controllers to realize the mistake -- and desperately call for both to halt.

Caitlin Clark-Diana Taurasi rivalry is forming — and has 'a little edge': WNBA commissioner

What's better than stars coming into your league? Rivalries forming once they enter.

Rangers captain doesn't think his stint on third pairing is a 'bad thing'

Jacob Trouba was demoted to the Rangers' third defensive pairing in the final two games of the regular season.

Mets star impressed by 'unbelievable' Dodgers after $1 billion spending spree

“They felt like they had the pieces in place, and they wanted to bring everything they could to supplement that,” Nimmo said before his Mets opened a three-game series Friday...

How Alvin Bragg made (preposterous) history with Donald Trump's case

Alvin Bragg is to be commended for getting to trial on the Trump hush-payments case. 

Hochul, Adams take victory lap on smoke shops crackdown — but enforcement hasn't even started yet

Hochul said the measures will "weed out the illegitimate shops," so state and city licensed stores can "grow their budding businesses.”

NHL reveals full first-round playoff schedules for Rangers, Islanders

Mark your calendars, Rangers and Islanders fans.

Raucous Knicks fans will be pivotal X factor in 76ers showdown

In a series like this, you start looking at X factors. And this is where Madison Square Garden kicks in.

Knicks' Jalen Brunson fueled by last season's playoff failure

With all his success in his two seasons with the Knicks, it’s the biggest failure that sticks with Jalen Brunson. 

Hochul's crackdown means a sad 4/20 for illegal weed dealers, but good news for New York

Crucially, it allows the New York City Sherriff to deputize NYPD officers to close down stores, giving a much-needed manpower boost to enforcement of weed laws.

FBI found it ‘alarming’ that Fauci-funded virus research at Wuhan lab would leave no trace of ‘human manipulation’

The FBI was tipped off in April 2020 to gain-of-function virus research in China, funded by the agency formerly headed by Dr. Anthony Fauci, that “would leave no signature of...

2024 NFL Draft: Minnesota safety honored late uncle by wearing No. 27 after 'heartbreaking' death

Tyler Nubin wore No. 27 in high school in the Chicago area and at Minnesota as a tribute to Steve King, who wore that number at Michigan.

Susan Sarandon, ex-NYC prof who pulled machete on Post reporter spotted at Columbia University anti-Israel protest

Actress Susan Sarandon and Shellyne Rodriguez, the ex-professor who threatened a Post reporter with a machete, were both spotted at anti-Israel protest at Columbia University Friday.

Here comes the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction! Horoscopes for the BFD transit of change

April is still having its way with us, folks.

Bipartisanship and Mike Johnson's leadership prevail on Ukraine, Israel aid

Three cheers for bipartisanship and the leadership of Speaker Mike Johnson: When push came to shove, they carried the day as the House voted 316-94 Friday to advance urgent foreign-aid...

Cronut creator Dominique Ansel has come up with the craziest bagel ever

Cronut creator Dominique Ansel has teamed up with SoHo's PopUp Bagels to offer one shell of a take on a bagel and cream cheese.  This weekend only, Dominique Ansel Bakery...

Dems, like Bob Casey, who backed Biden's war on energy will pay for it this November

Energy is on the ballot this November, and the chickens are coming to roost for Democratic policymakers who’ve backed President Biden’s hostility toward our fossil-fuel industry.

NY farm that supplies Michelin-starred restaurant in hot water after guard dogs escape, kill neighbor's poodle

Two large-breed dogs that escaped from an elite farm in February before savagely killing a poodle and seriously injuring its owner have received a stay of euthanasia pending an appeal...

Uncovering the astrological easter eggs of Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department'

In essence and ashes, this album is the smoking, stillborn delivery of a doomed love story.

Ex-Augusta employee allegedly transported 'millions' worth of stolen Masters memorabilia — including Arnold Palmer Jacket

Former Augusta National Golf Club warehouse coordinator Richard Brendan Globensky has been accused of transporting millions of dollars of stolen memorabilia related to The Masters.

Shoplifting is turning NYC into a ghost town, we have to fight back

New York City is suffering a retail catastrophe, with 11.2% of storefronts empty — nearly twice the 6% of 2019.

Israel's strike on Iran was warning it can hit 'at any time' following unprecedented missile, drone attack: experts

Thursday night's strikes by Israel against Iran in response to last weekend's unprecedented missile and drone attack were not meant to immediately escalate the Middle Eastern war.

What Giants might do at safety in 2024 NFL Draft

Here is another spot in the Giants' defensive backfield that is not exactly full-stocked with proven talent ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Man who set himself on fire outside Trump trial stuck tongue out in mugshot, was 'suicidal' when arrested: records

Max Azzarello was arrested in St. Augustine and booked on Aug. 21, 2023, on charges he disturbed the peace. He was let go the next day and then arrested again...

Bet on the underdog Mets in the series opener against the Dodgers

The New York Mets are cruising with four consecutive series victories after a sweep of Pittsburgh ahead of their flight out west.

Stephen A. Smith, Pat McAfee absolutely loving Taylor Swift's 'TTPD': 'She did it again'

Stephen A. Smith and Pat McAfee have applauded Taylor Swift's new era.

What Jets might do at safety in 2024 NFL Draft

This is the weakest position on the Jets’ defense, but I don’t expect them to use one of their top two picks on this position.

New York Post launches video series 'Listen Up! The Music Beat With Chuck Arnold'

The New York Post launches an exclusive new video series today — "Listen Up! The Music Beat With Chuck Arnold." Every Friday, resident music critic Arnold will bring his 30-plus...

Why we're betting the underdog in Kings-Pelicans tonight

And now, with a sixth meeting on the horizon and a postseason appearance on the line, the Pelicans face the daunting task of clinching a playoff berth without their star...

76ers star stirs up Celebrity Row beef ahead of Knicks series

The 76ers forward took a moment on Friday to chirp Madison Square Garden’s vaunted Celebrity Row before Game 1 at the arena on Saturday. 

Nathan Wade's estranged wife says he has nearly $500K despite claim ex-Trump prosecutor can 'no longer' pay alimony: docs

In a motion filed in Wade's divorce case, wife Joycelyn Wade asserts "monies...totaling at least $495,000" were deposited into Wade's trust account during 2022 and 2023.

Ken Griffin's Citadel rips Truth Social exec in short-selling feud

The war of words was triggered by a letter that Nunes sent to the Nasdaq Stock Market in which he accused Citadel Securities of "market manipulation."

Deion Sanders not worried about mass exodus from Colorado in transfer portal

There is a mass exodus occurring in Colorado, but coach Deion Sanders claims to have no worries about his Buffaloes.

Taylor Swift, it's time to 'shake off' your feud with Kim Kardashian

On "The Tortured Poets Department," the Grammy winner unnecessarily reignites a feud with Kim Kardashian nearly 10 years after it began.

Wells Fargo accused of sexual discrimination, 'unapologetically sexist' workplace: suit

Wells Fargo (WFC.N), was accused of sex discrimination in a lawsuit by a bond saleswoman who said the fourth-largest U.S. bank denied pay and promotions available to men and tolerated an...

Knicks legend opens up about their chances on 'biggest stage,' other 2024 NBA playoffs storylines

With the Knicks set to tip off the NBA playoffs, franchise great and broadcaster Clyde Frazier took a shot at Q&A with Post columnist Steve Serby.

Ex-Fauci adviser shared 'confidential' NIH info with EcoHealth about COVID biosafety levels: docs

“Peter, the below CONFIDENTIAL email went to Tony,” Morens wrote on June 5, 2021, “so that Tony will be prepared to speak to the subject of BSL,” an abbreviation for...

Trump's not-so-impartial jury: Letters to the Editor — April 20, 2024

NY Post readers discuss jurors selected for Donald’s Trump criminal trial involving alleged hush money payments.

Pat Tillman's mother wants 'accountability' for General over cover-up

Nearly 20 years after Pat Tillman was killed by friendly fire in Afghanistan, his mother has not given up the fight for accountability for the cover-up.

Breaking down Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department double album: FULL REVIEW/REACTION

Is T-Swift's double-album drop giving you all the feels? The Post’s go-to music critic Chuck Arnold is here with his review of the super-sized “The Tortured Poets Department,” plus all...

'Nutritionist created' vegan pancake mix recalled over ‘undeclared’ milk allergen

A vegan pancake mix sold nationwide has been urgently recalled over concerns about an “undeclared allergen."

Where are The Marías going on tour in 2024?

The smoky indie pop rockers scoot into Radio City Music Hall on Aug. 8.

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Ex-prof who pulled machete on Post reporter spotted at Columbia

NYC's nutty professor is back. Shellyne Rodriguez — the disgraced college professor fired after threatening a Post reporter with a machete — was spotted at Columbia's anti-Israel protests. Nearly a...

White House scolds 'we should not make jokes' about Biden claim cannibals ate uncle

Jean-Pierre made the scolding comment during a back-and-forth with Fox News reporter Peter Doocy during her regular briefing — while New Guinea residents expressed a mix of outrage and amusement...

I'm a dermatologist — these 4 things 'completely transformed' my skin

Beauty is skin deep — especially if you’re a dermatologist. 

Caesars Sportsbook promo code NYPNEWS1000 provides $1K insurance this weekend

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World's No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler purchased a modest $2.1M newlywed home

Golf prodigy Scottie Scheffler purchased a $2.1 million home in Dallas following his marriage to Meredith Scudder.

Lyrid meteor shower 2024: Peak viewing time and how to watch

This cosmic phenomenon is named for the nearby constellation Lyra.

An expert stylist shares the trendiest men's polo shirts to wear all summer long

The modern guide to men's fashion that'll keep you feeling great all season.

Could this diet actually help you live longer?

Eating less might help you live longer, but not all scientists agree.

'The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare' review: Guy Ritchie blows up history

A Point A to Point B mission that comes down to wisecracking blokes shooting Nazis.

Troubled boxer's weigh-in disaster cost him $1.5 million ahead of Devin Haney showdown

Friday’s weigh-in was a costly one for Ryan Garcia.

Why a 'situationship' like Taylor Swift’s with Matty Healy is so heartbreaking: dating experts

How can such a casual fling leave someone so "Down Bad"?

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Meet the cannabis sommeliers on Long Island

Located at 1815 Broadhollow Road in Farmingdale, New York, Strain Stars is Long Island’s first legal recreational cannabis dispensary.

Woke school district doubles down on teaching students about new gender pronouns — including the phrase 'tree'

Republican running for Congress in school's district calls lesson "outrageous gender politics."

Rangers, Islanders, Knicks fans can watch almost all first-round series games on MSG

MSG will air all but one of the three teams' upcoming first-round playoff series.

Nigerian chess whiz stays up more than 50 hours playing in Times Square to break world record

Tunde Onakoya, 29, of Lagos, is  making moves to beat the current Guinness World Record for  “longest chess marathon” at 56 hours, 9 minutes with help from a rotating cast...

The high cost of COVID $timulus, NPR CEO’s censorship and other commentary

Attorney General Merrick Garland boasted of recovering over $1.4 billion in COVID relief funds yet “that’s only a fraction” of the stimulus money “swiped by scam artists,” says Reason’s J.D....

Hamptonites outraged that Eric Adams' favorite NYC club is trying to come to East Hampton

"Private clubs might be OK for NYC but Hamptons is a different animal."

Wall Street regulators seeking to limit bonuses of big bank execs: report

Executive pay on Wall Street has long been a hot-button issue

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Three best bets for Bulls-Heat do-or-die play-in game

The Heat host the Bulls in a do-or-die play-in game on Wednesday and we have three best bets for the matchup.

Who is the self-described ‘investigative researcher’ Max Azzarello who set self on fire outside Trump trial after spewing conspiracy theories

Azzarello, 37, of St. Augustine, arrived in New York from the Sunshine State last week, and his family had been unaware he had traveled out of state, police said.

Kurt Warner has 'huge question' about polarizing QB prospect before NFL Draft

There's been questions as to whether or not McCarthy can shoulder the load often asked of NFL quarterbacks.

Who are the big names headlining at the 2024 All Things Go Festival?

Other huge headliners on the bill include Hozier, Bleachers and Conan Gray.

Time is nearing for Jets to cut Zach Wilson

The Jets will have their best chance to trade Zach Wilson at the 2024 NFL Draft. It's time to move on if they can't.

Man sets himself on fire outside Trump’s ‘hush money’ trial in NYC

A man set himself on fire outside Manhattan Criminal Court on April 19 as former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial was underway, law enforcement sources told The Post.

Bo Nix looks destined to pair with Sean Payton in Denver

Oddsmakers are connecting the dots between the Denver Broncos and Bo Nix in next week’s NFL Draft. 

I'm a cancer dietitian — these two things increase cancer risk

Cancer prevention can begin with your diet, according to an oncology dietitian.

Gotham FC inks goalie Ann-Katrin Berger after Chelsea deal

Gotham announced the deal on Friday, noting Berger has signed a one-year contract through 2024, with an option for the 2025 National Women’s Soccer League season.

This is the moment CNN anchors watched man set himself on fire outside Trump trial

"We can smell the air, I can smell the burning of some sort of flesh," CNN's Laura Coates said.

Betting markets react after NFL mock draft has Giants trading up for J.J. McCarthy

Put down another mock drafter who believes the Giants are flirting with Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

Baseball sensation Shohei Ohtani is building his dream oceanfront home in Hawaii

The LA Dodger has landed a prime lot in Hapuna Estates, within the Mauna Kea Resort, and he'll construct a home to his own customizations.

'You absolute loser': Why Taylor Swift’s ‘The Manuscript’ could be about ex John Mayer

Taylor Swift is notorious for writing songs about her exes – and on her newly released album “The Tortured Poets Department,” which dropped on Friday, she may have once again...

Paramount shares jump more than 10% as Sony, Apollo discuss joint buyout bid

Paramount is currently engaged in exclusive deal talks with Skydance Media, though some investors have urged Paramount to explore other options.

New York auditors crack down on out-of-state residents avoiding tax: 'Tax version of a colonoscopy'

Wealthy Empire State residents who have an abode in New York but spend most of their time elsewhere are still on the hook to pay the taxman in Albany.

Jelly Roll opens recording studio in juvenile detention center where he was incarcerated

Jelly Roll helped fund the music studio with proceeds from his Bridgestone Arena headlining show in December

NYC Dem lawmaker pushes council to back Albany's proposed ban on 'cruel' migrant shelter stay limits

Manhattan Dem Gale Brewer proposed a resolution Thursday that would have the City Council back a state bill that would do away with caps on shelter stays, allowing asylum seekers...

Third House Republican backs move to oust Johnson, leaving speaker needing Dem support

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will need Democratic votes to save his job after a third Republican lawmaker came forward on Friday and threatened to oust him.

Flame-throwing Pirates prospect frustrated with early workload

On Thursday night, Skenes tallied his fourth consecutive scoreless start to kick off the 2024 season, but it was also his fourth consecutive start on a restrictive pitch count.

Would you try a cicada salad? The pervasive pest lands it way on New Orleans menu

As the nation prepares for trillions of red-eyed bugs known as periodical cicadas to emerge, it’s worth if prepared properly, they can also be tasty to eat.

Children of Todd, Julie Chrisley hope court hearing is step toward bringing convicted TV reality stars home

Lawyers for reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley challenged aspects of their convictions and sentences in a federal appeals court on Friday.

What do tickets cost to see Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky in 2024?

Chicago squares up against Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever at home on June 23 and Aug. 30.

Stunned tourists photobombed by selfie-taking macaque in Bali

A cheeky monkey perhaps proved that we're more closely related than we think after it seemingly took a selfie with two British tourists Chloe and Craig Dennis while they were...

Why we're fading two veteran pitchers in their 2024 debuts

We have three player prop best bets for Friday's MLB slate and we're fading two veteran pitchers making their 2024 debuts.

NYC squatters get the OK sign with no bail for the Queens thug who sublet rooms during his takeover

Brian Rodriguez tried to steal a woman's house out from under her and got rewarded with zero bail and supervised release: more proof it's open season on the law abiding...

Apple removes WhatsApp, Threads from App Store in China after demand by Beijing over security concerns

The Chinese government ordered Apple to remove WhatsApp, Signal, Threads and Telegram from its App Store, according to a report.

Biden floats tax hikes for all, says Trump cuts will ‘stay expired’ if re-elected — prompting WH walk-back

President Biden vowed Friday that former President Donald Trump’s 2017 tax cuts would lapse next year if he’s re-elected and “stay expired” — meaning higher taxes for middle class and low-income Americans...

At Queens Night Market, inflation doesn't exist — you can still eat your way around the world for just $5

"Our mission has always been, let’s be New York City’s most affordable, most diverse and most accessible community space."

'Conspiracy theorist' from Florida sets himself on fire outside Trump hush money trial in NYC

The shocking incident unfolded in a barricaded park just across the street from the 100 Centre Street courthouse around 1:30pm.

Trump rips 'unfair' gag order in NY hush money trial as all alternate jurors get picked: 'I have to be released'

Donald Trump says the gag order at his "hush money" trial needs to "come off" as jury selection was slated to wrap Friday.

Samsung tells executives to work 6-day weeks after reporting worst bottom line in over 10 years: 'Inject a sense of crisis'

Samsung mandated that its executives report to the office six days per week in a stunning move away from other companies around the world, which have begun embracing four-day workweeks.

'Conan O'Brien Must Go' is a wacky travel show: review

"Conan O'Brien Must Go" on Max is a wacky and amusing travel show that sees the comedian visiting Ireland, Argentina, Thailand and Norway.

Taylor Swift was heartbroken on Eras tour post-Joe Alwyn split: 'Smile even when you wanna die'

On Taylor Swift’s newly released album “The Tortured Poets Department,” which dropped on Friday, the pop star, 34, admits that she was reeling from her breakup with her ex, British...

Conjoined twin Abby Hensel's husband's paternity results revealed at dramatic court hearing

Former army medic Joshua Bowling, 34, was recently revealed to have married Hensel — who shares a body with twin sister Brittany — in 2021, but almost two years later...

Rep. Claudia Tenney unveils bill to defund 'partisan propaganda machine' NPR

Rep. Claudia Tenney unveiled legislation Friday to prohibit federal funding for National Public Radio in the wake of a veteran business editor resigning over complaints alleging liberal bias at the...

BYO fork? This 5-star airline may ask business-class passengers to bring their own cutlery

One airline may enforce a strict BYOC policy: Bring your own cutlery.

NYC is getting a dazzling new ‘skyline-shaping’ office tower

A long-in-the-works supertall office that will alter Manhattan’s skyline is finally moving forward at 350 Park Ave., right in Midtown's commercial hub. 

Bettors all-in on Pacers after Giannis Antetokounmpo injury

The betting public is all-in on the Indiana Pacers.

Caitlin Clark salary narrative is 'false' as WNBA commissioner flaunts big number

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert heard the discourse loud and clear surrounding Caitlin Clark and the salary she will receive at the pro level.

Why Keith Hernandez wants to stay in Mets booth 'a little bit longer'

Keith Hernandez has a lot of interest in the Mets' future and wants to be around for it.

My dental implants caused brutal bruising and left me looking like a monster

She's revealing the ugly tooth about her beautiful new teeth.

Republicans eye ex-DNC chair, Biden adviser Tom Perez over 'unprecedented' Floyd Bennett Field migrant camp

Former Democratic National Committee chairman and current White House senior adviser Tom Perez took an "integral role" in settling thousands of migrants at Brooklyn's Floyd Bennett Field, according to House...

How Tim McGraw honored Caitlin Clark at Indianapolis concert

The concert nod came days after Clark was selected first overall by the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA Draft.

President Biden, Trump left off Time '100 Most Influential' list for 2024

President Biden didn't make Time Magazine's "100 Most Influential People" list for 2024 after receiving the annual honor for the past three years of his presidency.

We're waiting until marriage to make out — but we've hooked up with other people before

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes...making out?

Islanders get star defenseman back for playoff opener

The Islanders dodged one injury bullet but might still get hit by another.

NYC teen stabbed to death by neighbor over parking spot: police sources

A 19-year-old Bronx man was stabbed to death by his neighbor over a parking spot, police sources said. Dominic Cruz Aguilera was inside his Morris Heights home when neighbor Vladimir...

Google CEO tells staffers the office is not a place to 'debate politics' after firing 28 for anti-Israel sit-ins

Google CEO Sundar Pichai sent a 1,200-word memo to his global workforce after pro-Palestinian staffers stormed offices in New York, Seattle and Sunnyvale, Calif.

How much are Taylor Swift tickets after she released her new album?

Some are significantly cheaper than they were in January.

Next-door dog BFFs welcome 'golden Aussie' puppy

It's a classic "tail" of boy meets girl. In Paia, Hawaii, a golden retriever named Delilah had a puppy with the dog next door, an Australian shepherd named Moose. Their...

British comedian sparks debate after mocking his pregnant wife's walk

“She looks like she’s just come out of Wetherspoons (a pub), 10 Stellas deep on the pub grub."

How to care for your teeth if you can't see the dentist: experts

Brushing up on your dental hygiene at home could keep you healthier for longer. 

We made a freaky discovery while cleaning the toilet in our 700-year-old home

UK couple Rory and Tracy Vorster realized every child's worst nightmare after discovering a "monster" underneath the toilet of their 700-year-old home.

Bird flu virus now found in milk, is of “great concern” to WHO

Cases of avian flu in humans are extremely rare in the US, but concern is growing.

Environmentalist ex-colleagues demand RFK Jr. drop out of 2024 race to 'honor our planet' -- fear he'll help Trump win

Dozens of independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s former colleagues at an environmental advocacy group have demanded he drop out of the 2024 race to "honor our planet" --...

Pickleball is coming to Central Park's iconic Wollman Rink

CityPickle is heading to a dazzling set of courts in one of the world's most famous parks -- and it will remain there seasonally in a long-term deal.

Why smoking pot gives you the munchies, according to cannabis research

The munchies are real — even science says so.

Female college student fights back against armed robber and yanks magazine from gun

Wild video shows a female University of Chicago student fighting back against an armed robber, amazingly yanking the magazine out of her attacker’s firearm — as a man sitting feet...

Dr. Phil speechless after real estate agent says squatting is justified by colonization : 'Take that land back'

A landlord rejected the idea that 'colonization' can be used to justify squatting on large territories, 'We're not in 1776, we're in 2024'

Check out the Mets' new City Connect jerseys

The Mets officially unveiled their City Connect jerseys Friday, featuring New York City-inspired elements.

House readies Saturday vote on $95B in Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan aid

The House teed up a weekend vote on $95 billion in US military aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, as well as other humanitarian funding, after Democrats helped Republicans overcome...

California fast-food prices rose 7% in run-up to $20 minimum wage -- highest in US

California registered the highest rate of menu price inflation in the country in the period leading up to April 1.

Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav saw pay jump to $50M despite company's continued losses

The rise in pay was partly related to the loss-making media conglomerate's decision to align its executive compensation to focus more on debt reduction and free cash flow.

Olivia Dunne celebrates LSU gymnastics' championship berth: 'Final 4 bound'

Olivia Dunne and the Lady Tigers are moving on to the championship — one year after placing fourth in the final.

2024 Stanley Cup complete odds: Hurricanes lead pack

With no one priced better than +600 and six teams priced between in the +600 to +800 range, this year's battle for the Stanley Cup is as wide open as...

Do you have a 'floordrobe'? If you struggle to put laundry away, it could be a sign of this

So your clothes are kept in the basket or splayed on your bed for a little bit too long on laundry days — aren't we all a little guilty of that?

WNBA star has one 'wish' after comments created Caitlin Clark stir

Breanna Stewart said she was slightly surprised that her recent comments about Caitlin Clark stirred controversy before the former Iowa guard was selected with the No. 1 pick in the...

Female college student fights back against armed robber and yanks magazine from gun -- as man watches just feet away

Madelyn, a 21-year-old senior studying economics, was walking back from class on the Hyde Park campus when a masked man cornered her.

'Inappropriate actions' land ex-Yankees star two-game ban

“He evidently said something that the umpire did not like,” manager Derek Shelton told reporters.

AOC, Rashida Tlaib call out 'appalling' arrest of 'Squad' member Ilhan Omar’s daughter at anti-Israel protest

The two progressive members of Congress chimed in after scores of students were cuffed and hauled away from the Ivy League campus on Thursday after the NYPD were brought in...

I'm super pregnant and working at a maximum security men's prison — it's depressing

She's knocked up, they're locked up. And she says even the most brief interactions with the convicts had become “just uncomfortable.”

Mattel recalls Donald Duck, Daisy Duck figures over safety fears

Two popular young children's toys have been recalled over fears the products could pose “a risk of serious injury or death from choking” due to a design flaw.

Ride the red-hot starter in this NL showdown

Former President Donald Trump at his “hush money” case: “It’s a disgrace!” And he’s right. The scaffolding outside the Manhattan Criminal Court building is disturbing. … Never go against the...

Columbia students rebuild anti-Israel solidarity camp less than 24 hours after mass arrests

Dozens of students sat with blankets and Palestinian flags on the identical lawn opposite the one where hundreds were arrested.

Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman and John Travolta reunite to celebrate 'Pulp Fiction' 30th anniversary

The stars of the 1994 Quentin Tarantino classic "Pulp Fiction" reunited at the Chinese Theater in Hollywood, CA, on April 18, 2024.

Plastic surgeons warn 'Ozempic face' has taken over Hollywood

Surgeons believe that Hollywood is experiencing a spike in the side effect known as "Ozempic Face," which they claim has affected everyone from John Goodman to Sharon Osbourne.

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Fans go wild over new Taylor Swift album ‘The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology'

Taylor Swift has sent her die-hard fans into a frenzy after announcing her new album, “The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology,” is a double album. The 14-time Grammy winner released...

Prince Harry 'burnt bridges' with royal family by renouncing British residency

The Duke of Sussex, 39, has sensationally renounced his British residency, instead claiming America as his home in new paperwork.

Tesla recalls all of the nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks it has sold over accelerator pedal issue

According to a safety recall report by the NHTSA, the pad on the accelerator pedals of affected Cybertrucks "may dislodge, which may cause the pedal to become trapped in the...

Recalling the bitter, sweeping history of the last Knicks-Sixers playoff clash: 'Get the broom'

“Oak tells me, ‘Get the broom,’” says Gerald Brown, a Knicks ballboy at the time. “I was like, ‘Nahhh.’”

Controversial Seattle teacher placed on leave for comments about Hamas attack

A Seattle high school teacher previously accused of berating a student for describing himself as “straight” has been suspended for making pro-Hamas comments – including that the terror attack on...

Dognapper caught on video stealing 74-year-old woman's beloved pet from her NYC home

A thief is being sought for stealing a woman's dog from her front yard after being captured on video approaching the excited pup before they both disappear.

Eagles star changes profile picture to Tom Brady as Patriots trade rumors swirl

A.J. Brown knows how to cause a stir on social media.

‘American Idol’ alum and Grammy winner dead at 47

The California native, whose full name was Mandisa Hundley, died at her home in Nashville, Tenn., on Thursday.

Suspended anti-Israel protester moans about being kicked out of dorm after she was arrested

"I was forced to stand outside the Barnard gates for an entire hour waiting for someone to let me in," said Maryam Iqbal, who was told she had just 15...

Taylor Swift fans lose it over Travis Kelce nods on 'The Tortured Poets Department'

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Pot inmates call out Biden for saying he'd free them ahead of another 4/20 in prison

WASHINGTON — Federal marijuana prisoners are calling out President Biden ahead of the annual 4/20 cannabis holiday for not yet honoring his campaign promise to free "everyone" behind bars for...

Dead man wheeled into bank by niece may have been poisoned

Paulo Roberto Braga, 68, died on Tuesday and was later brought to a bank by his niece.

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We break down the betting market for the first defensive player selected in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Warren Buffett-owned railway claims its shouldn't be liable for asbestos that killed hundreds

Attorneys for a Warren Buffett-owned railway are expected to argue before a jury on Friday that the railroad should not be held liable for hauling asbestos into a Montana town...

Farmers find bizarre way to stop 'naughty' sheep from fighting: 'It’s like when you see drunk men'

In the rolling green hills of the UK's farmlands, the spirited rams are spritzed with this familiar pungent perfume to keep them from butting heads — no, really.

Oil briefly jumps 3% after Israel launches drones, missile strikes at Iran

Oil prices fluctuated on Friday, briefly spiking as much as 3% after Israel hit back at Iran in a retaliatory strike, further heightening tensions in the Middle East.

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We make a prediction for the first cornerback off the board in the NFL draft and the position the Eagles will take first.

4 of 'God's Misfits' denied bond for killing 2 Kansas moms

An Oklahoma judge ordered public defenders to represent four members of an anti-government group who appeared in court Wednesday on charges of kidnapping and killing two Kansas women.

Why Edwin Diaz hasn't quite been the same and why the Mets aren't worried

Edwin Diaz’s four-seam fastball this season is averaging 96.6 mph, a number that most pitchers would celebrate.

I rescued a tiger from an NYC apartment — and other animal tales from Bronx Zoo honcho's 50 years on the job

Jim Breheny has been at the Bronx Zoo for 51 years, starting with a role at the children's zoo when he was 14 in the early 1970s. "No, I never...

Brittany Mahomes celebrates Taylor Swift's new album as Chiefs friendship blossoms

Brittany Mahomes supported her close friend, Taylor Swift, after the release of the singer's new album, “The Tortured Poets Department," Friday.

Remains of Brooklyn airman shot down in Europe during WWII will finally return to family after 80 years

"To think that 80 years later he's going to come home and he's going to get the honor he deserves it brings tears to my eyes,” LaPorta said.

The signs that Gleyber Torres could start 'really popping' and join the Yankees' surge

There is plenty of time for Gleyber Torres to turn things around and become the impact bat the Yankees expect him to be.

Taylor Swift says she 'was a functioning alcoholic' in 'TTPD' song 'Fortnight': 'I was supposed to be sent away'

Taylor Swift's "The Tortured Poets Department" is here — so let the lyric breakdown begin.

This is the New York-Philadelphia basketball moment we've been waiting for

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Trans teen allegedly plotted mass shootings at two Md. schools in chilling 'memoir'

A transgender Maryland teenager has been arrested for allegedly planning a mass shooting at two schools after authorities were alerted about a manifesto, which the suspected referred to as a...

Attorney who witnessed double-murder suicide at Las Vegas law firm recounts 'incomprehensible tragedy'

Rasmussen said it took her brain a minute to comprehend what was happening.

Ranking the top 10 cornerbacks in the 2024 NFL Draft

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How A-Rod's fitness instructor girlfriend has 'been a good influence' on his health journey

First linked in 2022, the Yankees legend revealed in a new interview with The Post how he's "continuing to try to copy some of" Cordeiro's health and wellness practices following...

Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand seemingly hijacked by alleged Princess of Wales fan

The UK domain name for Markle's lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard was seemingly purchased by a user with links to a UK-based charity.

Taylor Swift seemingly slams Kim Kardashian on surprise second album: My mom 'wished you were dead'

Taylor Swift surprised fans once more as she dropped a surprise second batch of songs at 2 a.m., making "The Tortured Poets Department" a secret double album.

Go camping at Bloomingdale's, learn 'Sex and the City' secrets and other NYC events this week

Don't miss Candace Bushnell spilling the tea about "Sex and the City" at Café Carlyle, Bloomingdale's summer camping mecca, a new outpost of ABCV restaurant on the Upper East Side...

Ad guru behind famed Manhattan Storage billboards now making pro-Israel advertisements

Archie Gottesman, the advertising guru behind Manhattan Mini Storage's iconic billboard ads, is now focusing her talents on a new campaign — calling out the growing hatred against Jews.

What would recovery of Amelia Earhart's long-lost plane look like?

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Fire breaks out at iconic Oregon hotel featured in 'The Shining'

A fire broke out at a historic Oregon hotel that was used as the backdrop for the Stephen King-inspired horror movie, "The Shining."

 Israeli pol blasts strike on Iran as 'lame' — as rogue Islamic regime signals it won't retaliate

A controversial Israeli politician blasted Israel's strike at Iran Thursday night as "lame" after the Jewish state reportedly launched missiles at the rogue Islamic republic. 

Heated New York-Philly debate ahead of Knicks-76ers playoff battle

It’s been a minute since the last Amtrak Series, which seems unimaginable since we share a corridor.

72-year-old patient had COVID for record 613 days, accumulated over 50 virus mutations before it killed him

“The duration of infection in this case is extreme.”

Social media based boxer was a beneficiary and now embarrassment to the medium

Ryan Garcia has always craved the spotlight and has used social media to attract so many eyeballs, becoming one of the most-followed athletes — not even just among boxers —...

Knicks-76ers Tale of the Turnpike: New York has always been the star city

Look, no disrespect intended as Jalen Brunson and the Knicks begin their defense of Madison Square Garden against Big Bad Joel Embiid and the 76ers.

Ultra-rich put off buying yachts, jets in hope of massive Trump tax break if he wins

The very wealthiest believe Trump will let them claim 100% of the cost on their returns. "I can save millions by waiting a few more months," one said.

Gold Bar Bob Menendez's wife tells friends she will go to prison because of cash crisis

Nadine Arslanian, 57, denies being part of a bribery and corruption plot with the New Jersey Democrat. Her husband nicknamed her "bubbles."

Stevie Nicks writes moving poem about heartbreak for Taylor Swift's 'Tortured Poets Department': 'For T and me'

The music icon, 75, penned a moving poem that serves as a prologue on the 14-time Grammy winner's 11th studio album.

Traveler flies every single US airline in a week to see which one is the best

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Teen charged with terrorism over Sydney bishop stabbing

Police said they will allege he stabbed the bishop, who is in stable condition in hospital, as many as six times.

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Taylor Swift unveils surprise double album 'TTPD: The Anthology' -- and fans go wild

Just as Swifties got their fix of 17 melancholic tracks on "TTPD," the 14-time Grammy winner announced that the project is actually a double album.

Touching moment brother and sister are reunited after 45 years

"I didn't realize it had been so long."

Dear Abby: My hippie cousin's armpit hair is ruining my wedding

Dear Abby weighs in on a guest whose appearance may be a distraction at her cousin's wedding and a gym instructor who makes her distaste for a student known.

15-year-old dog plays matchmaker for mom and pilot who flew them home: 'Ultimate wingman'

An elderly dog with epilepsy and a mild heart murmur played matchmaker for his mum after her six year relationship ended and forced her to move back to the U.S....

How Jack Leiter fared in MLB debut: 'surreal experience'

It was a rough Major League debut on Thursday for Jack Leiter, but his team still managed to squeak out a victory.

Teacher filmed students — including special needs boy — in 'fight club-style' brawls inside classroom: lawsuit

An Indianapolis elementary school teacher allegedly orchestrated a "fight club-style" punishment between classmates including a 7-year-old special needs student, disturbing video showed.

San Francisco sues Oakland over new airport name that includes ‘San Francisco’

The airport is currently called Oakland International Airport.

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Caitlin Clark blocks ex-NFL star on social media after crude post

Caitlin Clark registered her first block with the Indiana Fever.

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Red Bulls' 16-year-old navigates New Jersey child labor laws to earn playing time

Julian Hall is like any other teenager in New Jersey.

Potential replacement names for Coyotes in Utah come into focus after trademark filings

Now that the Coyotes' move to Utah is official, the question on everyone’s mind is what the team’s new name will be. 

Torso, arm of college student allegedly killed by date, wash up on Milwaukee beach

The torso and arm were found around 7:30 a.m. by a citizen walking "along a remote stretch of tree-lined beach" in South Milwaukee.

Olivia Dunne's top prospect beau unleashes dozens of 100 mph heaters in unreal night on mound

The Pirates aren’t in a rush to bring Paul Skenes up to the big leagues, but the prospect is making a case to be up there sooner rather than later. 

Cow-calf rejected by its mother becomes gun store employee 'as long as I can fit him in the car'

A&G Shooting in Fairfield, Main, is drawing in herds of customers after saving Kade, a rejected cow-calf found cold and shivering in a muddy puddle in the woods.

'Class clown' behind 2001 Dartmouth killings granted parole after spending half his life behind bars

James Parker was 16 when he killed Dartmouth professors Half and Susanne Zantop in 2001.

Why Taylor Swift name-drops Charlie Puth on 'The Tortured Poets Department'

Charlie Puth gets the ultimate co-sign from Taylor Swift on the title track of "The Tortured Poets Department.”

Taylor Swift stakes claim to Travis Kelce in song on new album: ‘Call the amateurs and cut ‘em from the team’

“The Alchemy” is a sexy slow dance that is unabashedly about Travis Kelce, with Taylor Swift staking claim to her stud on “The Tortured Poets Department."

House committee advances bipartisan $95B foreign aid package for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan

In a rare move, Democrats in the minority on the House Rules Committee joined with Republicans in the majority to vote 9-3 on the passage of further military assistance funding...

Trump leads Biden in Michigan and Georgia; razor-close in 2 other battleground states, new poll finds

In a head-to-head matchup, the presumptive Republican nominee received 49% support in Michigan compared to the president’s 46% backing. 

10 times Taylor Swift seemingly sinks her pen into ex Joe Alwyn on 'The Tortured Poets Department'

Joe Alwyn is the object of Taylor Swift's wicked wordplay for a good — or for him, not so good — part of “The Tortured Poets Department," which dropped on...

Taylor Swift spills bad blood on ‘The Tortured Poets Department’: review

Sure enough — there is plenty of “Bad Blood” spilled on Taylor Swift’s latest “The Tortured Poets Department." And with the raw honesty and specificity of her lyrics, she is...