November 17, 2021
St. John's fall just short in bid for big road win
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — The first half was ugly. The second half was frustrating. Combine the two, and St. John’s suffered its first defeat of the young season. Facing one of...
Disney Cruise Line to require children 5 and up to be vaccinated against COVID-19
All Disney Cruise Line guests ages five and over will be required to show proof of vaccination as of Jan. 13 on national and international trips, the company announced Wednesday.
Rupert Murdoch slams Big Tech's censorship of conservatives
Rupert Murdoch criticized Big Tech’s censorship of diverse views on Wednesday. In remarks to shareholders of News Corp., which owns the New York Post among other publishers, Murdoch attacked Facebook...
Mississippi executes man who killed wife, sexually assaulted stepdaughter
A Mississippi inmate who killed his estranged wife and sexually assaulted her young daughter was executed by lethal injection on Wednesday night.
Murdoch urges Trump to focus on the future, not the 2020 election
Rupert Murdoch urged former President Donald Trump to focus on the issues facing Americans today and in the future, rather than on relitigating the 2020 election.
John Deere workers approve new contract, end strike
The Illinois manufacturers' United Auto Workers members voted in favor of a new agreement that included an $8,500 signing bonus and a ten percent wage increase this year, along with...
10 heinous lies about Kyle Rittenhouse debunked: Devine
Of all the willful lies and omissions in the media’s coverage of the Steele dossier, Brian Sicknick, the Covington kids, Jussie Smollett, the Wuhan lab, Hunter Biden’s laptop and so...
This Jets' unit had players-only meeting
In the midst of a historically bad stretch of points allowed, the Jets’ defense skipped an off day for a players-only meeting at the facility.
Rangers keeping rookie in NHL despite dwindling time
Gerard Gallant and the front office hierarchy believe that New York and the NHL are where Lundkvist belongs as opposed to Hartford and the AHL.
China state media release supposed message from missing tennis star Peng Shuai
China's state-controlled media released a purported email from tennis star Peng Shuai, who has not been seen since accusing a Communist Party leader of sexual abuse.
Fauci says COVID-19 booster might become new standard for being vaccinated
COVID-19 booster shots may become the new standard to be considered fully vaccinated, according to Dr. Anthony Fauci. He has called boosters an "essential" part of the vaccine regimen.
This was an ugly loss for Knicks
As the Knicks got sloppy down the stretch, they couldn’t hold off a rebuilding 3-11 Magic club, losing in a 104-98 disgrace at the Garden. It’s their second loss to...
Nets fend off Cavaliers thanks to vet's big fourth quarter
LaMarcus Aldridge scored 24 points to help lead the Nets to a 109-99 win over the Cavaliers on Wednesday night at Barclays Center.
'Diana' review: A Lifetime Original Broadway show
What’s the difference between streaming “Diana” at home and sitting through “Diana” live? At the latter, you feel a bit like you’re gagged and in a straitjacket.
All the celebrities who 'died' from smoking toad venom: Mike Tyson, Chelsea Handler and more
Mike Tyson said he "died" while smoking toad venom, but he's not the only celeb who got all hopped up on one of world's most powerful psychoactive compounds.
For Islanders fans, Brooklyn failure now in the past
After spending much of the past six-plus seasons playing through various obstacles at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, the Islanders are finally skating home.
Real reason Yankees are playing nice with Carlos Correa
So what are we to make of the Yankees’ power trio making nice-nice with Correa, who just recently dumped on the franchise’s greatest shortstop Derek Jeter?
Facts Trump Dems’ claims on Donald's economy
It’s becoming clear that former President Donald Trump made America’s economy great again with tax cuts and responsible spending -- all for President Joe Biden to ruin it, Kevin Hassett...
School board bullies: Twisted measure to silence voices of dissent— arrest them
The battle lines are clear: on one side, the Biden administration, public school bureaucrats and their armed agents; on the other, parents and families who oppose school closures, mask mandates,...
Star's return doesn't mean end for this Giant
The excitement generated by the return of Saquon Barkley does not mean Devontae Booker’s days of carrying the ball for the Giants are over and done.
Islanders' bad week just got worse
Ryan Pulock will miss four to six weeks with a lower-body injury, the Islanders announced Wednesday afternoon.
Seton Hall alums revel in upset of Michigan: 'Payback'
The Pirates eliminated an 11-point, second-half deficit and pulled out the biggest non-conference victory in school history -- 32 years after Michigan sank their title hopes.
Why Robert Saleh's recent Jets QB call is so concerning
Robert Saleh's decision to play Joe Flacco at quarterback this week vs. the Dolphins makes him look indecisive at best and lacking a plan at worst.
This is a make-or-break season for Rangers center
This represents a need-to-know season for the Rangers as pertains to the 21st-overall selection of the 2017 draft.
Charges dropped against Manhattan Democratic Party boss in cyclist 'dooring'
Manhattan prosecutors moved to drop charges against Democratic Party boss Keith Wright who was accused of "dooring" a cyclist and fleeing the scene of the incident.
Teen boy among four injured in yet another NYC shooting
A wild drive-by shooting in the Bronx on Wednesday night wounded four people -- including at least two innocent bystanders, police and sources said. A 26-year-old janitor and a 60-year-old...
Of course Biden didn't press Xi at their summit: The feds are part of the COVID coverup
The scientific and circumstantial evidence that the COVID-19 pandemic resulted from a lab accident at the Wuhan Institute of Virology is close to dispositive.
The elites love 'Succession,' but Trump-world-set 'Yellowstone' is TV's most addictive show
“Yellowstone” is America’s latest hit TV show because it appeals to common Americans instead of catering to elites and liberals on Twitter, John Podhoretz writes.
Where would Knicks be without Derrick Rose?
As Kemba Walker has struggled, Derrick Rose's strong play has made him their late-game point guard option.
Disturbing video shows broad-daylight NYC shooting
Shocking surveillance video captured the moment a gunman wounded one of two men last week in a broad daylight shooting on a Brooklyn street last week.
Bronx DA knew cop-attack suspect struck before — but didn't ask for bail
A Bronx prosecutor failed to seek bail for cop-attack suspect Isus Thompson at his arraignment -- despite knowing the ex-con had done prison time for stabbing another of New York's...
To solve NYC's growing housing crunch, deregulate the market
New York has recorded 76,000 eviction filings since March 2020, Princeton University’s Eviction Lab reports, and the coming end of pandemic moratoria will bring more.
Peter Max's daughter fights against pop artist's 'abusive' guardianship
In an “Urgent Call to Save the Life of Peter Max,” Libra Max is attempting to get her father out of a guardianship that has the pop star “over-medicated" and...
Giants aiming to fix this season-long flaw
The Giants are one of the lower scoring touchdowns in the league, and are hoping to change that in the second half, starting Monday night.
Proof that AG Garland misled Congress about silencing parents who dissent
Attorney General Merrick Garland stands exposed as a liar or a fool. He testified to Congress last month that he didn't order the targeting of parents who criticize schools policies,...
Biden fails to mention top fentanyl exporter China in comments on 100K US drug overdoses
President Joe Biden on Wednesday mourned more than 100,000 Americans who died last year from drug overdoses -- without mentioning China's key role in exporting fentanyl.
Veteran's struggles leaving big hole in Nets' lineup
Blake Griffin's early struggles have been hurting the Nets' lineup.
Served hot: Woman who hurled soup at restaurant worker's face arrested
A disgruntled Texas woman caught on viral video hurling a bowl of spicy soup into the face of an unsuspecting restaurant manager has been busted.
Elle Fanning watched sister Dakota's birth video for 'The Great' prep
"The Great" follows the reign of a young Catherine and her husband Peter III (played by Nicholas Hoult) as they attempt to keep the Russian Empire from crumbling.
De Blasio's DOE is rushing to destroy as many good schools as it can before he leaves office
With his eye on a run for governor, a Biden administration job or some way to start paying back his vast debts, lame-duck Mayor Bill de Blasio apparently didn't know...
Schumer, Biden offer utter bull to 'fix' the high gas prices they've intentionally given us
Democrats are admitting they have a pump-price problem — but their “answers” are utter bull. Sen. Chuck Schumer devoted his usual headline-seeking Sunday press conference to positioning himself as pro-lower-gasoline...
Jets' new starting QB reveals he's unvaccinated
On the same day that the NFL tightened COVID-19 protocols for all players, the Jets new starting quarterback revealed he is unvaccinated.
Giants need to turn Daniel Jones loose against Tom Brady's Bucs
You either trust Daniel Jones against Tom Brady or you don’t.
Nursing home visiting rules rolled back to pre-pandemic standards
Family members of nursing home residents are now allowed to visit loved ones whenever they want -- and regardless of vaccination status -- in a stunning reversal of pandemic-era restrictions...
Claressa Shields to Jake Paul: 'You still suck at boxing'
Claressa Shields does not believe Jake Paul would dare enter the ring with her.
GOP immigrant who fled communism looks to oust Chuck Schumer in 2022
An Albanian immigrant who fled repressive communism is seeking to oust veteran New York Sen. Chuck Schumer, the powerful Democratic majority leader.
Landlord wants ex-tenant to pay $280K for rowdy pandemic parties
The owners of a Tribeca apartment want an ex-tenant — who allegedly turned the place into a rowdy night club during the pandemic — to cough up nearly $300,000.
Eric Garner Jr. blasts BLM leader Hawk Newsome's threat to 'burn down our city'
Eric Garner's son condemned a BLM leader for threatening "riots," "fire" and "bloodshed" if Eric Adams revives the NYPD's undercover anti-gun efforts.
Letters to the Editor — Nov. 18, 2021
The Issue: A man who allegedly assaulted an NYPD officer this week after stabbing another officer in 2008. It’s gotten so bad for New York City police officers that even...
'The Game' star Hosea Chanchez: 'The odds were always against us'
Hosea Chanchez is one of the only actors to appear in all nine seasons of football dramedy “The Game” as well as its revival on Paramount+. “Wendy Raquel Robinson I...
State troopers union blasts AG James for 're-victimizing' Cuomo accusers with transcripts
A state troopers' union blasted Attorney General Letitia James for releasing transcripts of interviews with ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo's accusers, saying Wednesday that the move "re-victimized these women" and could hinder...
NYC teachers' union factions unite in bid to replace leadership
Calling itself "United for Change," the coalition includes left-leaning progressive groups like the Movement for Rank and File Educators along with more centrist blocs like UFT Solidarity.
We warned them on inflation and other commentary
Obama economist: We Warned Them on Inflation “Enough already about ‘transitory’ inflation,” roars Obama economist Steven Rattner at The New York Times. “Last week’s terrible Consumer Price Index” shifts inflation into “the...
GOP rep accuses Garland of perjury over FBI memo on school threats
A Republican congressman accused Attorney General Merrick Garland Wednesday of committing perjury in testimony to Congress.
Feds grab man who claimed to have 'IED' in a van near Manhattan FBI office
A man walked into the federal building that houses New York's FBI headquarters in Lower Manhattan and claimed to have an “IED” in a van parked nearby.
Ric Flair would 'rather die in the ring' than spend another month in ICU
Ric Flair would like to wrestle again, and if it happens to kill him he'd be alright with that.
Will A-Rod return to 'Sunday Night Baseball'?
On the podcast, Andrew Marchand and John Ourand discuss the top sports media issues of the week.
Taylor Swift vs. Whitney Houston beef divides Twitter: 'You're delusional'
Apparently there is Bad Blood brewing between Taylor Swift and Whitney Houston fanatics — and it’s not right, but it’s OK. Curses and epithets are being tossed around on Twitter between the ferocious...
Justin Verlander makes his MLB free agency decision
Justin Verlander's brother Ben broke the news of where the two-time Cy Young winner will pitch next season.
Mexico creates National Guard 'tourist battalion' to protect popular resorts
Mexico is deploying a 1,500-strong "tourist battalion" to protect vacationers in Cancun and nearby resorts following a spike in gang violence in the popular hot spots.
MTA to test new 'wide-aisle' turnstiles at five subway stations
The MTA is testing "wide-aisle" turnstiles for wheelchair users at five subway stations -- while beginning to let all riders enter through some emergency gates, officials said Wednesday.
MTA fare hikes still on the table next year despite pledge of 'indefinite' delay
That's not fare! The MTA has only figured out how to balance its budget through the middle of next year and may raise fares in July despite Gov. Hochul's pledge...
Contract details for 'unbelievably competent' new Mets GM
The hiring of Eppler would end the Mets’ protracted, highly public search for a full-time head of baseball operations that featured more than its share of rejection.
Barricades placed at Oklahoma gov's mansion amid last-second efforts to stop execution
A ring of orange and white protection was in place by late Tuesday, as protesters once again returned to implore Gov. Kevin Stitt to stop the lethal injection.
Biden screeches tires of electric Hummer at GM factory in Detroit
President Biden burned some rubber in Detroit — taking the wheel of an all-electric Hummer during a visit to a new General Motors factory.
Michigan man guilty of killing wife with heroin-laced cereal
A 47-year-old Michigan was found guilty Wednesday of killing his wife by lacing her bowl of cereal with a lethal dose of heroin.
NFL star rips Mac Jones doubters: 'Y'all should be on Comedy Central'
Chiefs defensive back Tyrann Mathieu took to Twitter to call out those who doubted Patriots quarterback Mac Jones.
Video shows moment three gunmen opened fire outside NYC music event
Dramatic video captures the moment two gunmen opened fire outside a Manhattan building being rented for a pop-up music event Tuesday.
Biden muzzled: WH scraps presser with Canada, Mexico leaders amid prez blunders
The White House has abandoned plans for President Biden to hold a press conference Thursday with the visiting leaders of Mexico and Canada after his aides were left scrambling to...
A guide to the zodiac air signs: Gemini, Libra and Aquarius
These intellectual zodiac signs have a great edge in all matters of ideas, communication and socializing.
How Hal Steinbrenner is approaching Brian Cashman's walk year
While 2022 may be a walk year for Brian Cashman, it isn't a watershed one, according to his boss.
Ahmaud Arbery trial: Man who fired fatal shots describes deadly encounter
McMichael told the judge he wanted "to give my side of the story" about what unfolded when he, his father Gregory McMichael and their neighbor William “Roddie” Bryan chased down...
How 'It's a Wonderful Life' transformed the art of using fake snow on film
Early Hollywood films used methods such as cornflakes painted white, cotton and asbestos in place of snow.
Hal Steinbrenner won't let scandal stop Yankees from pursuing top free agent
Hal Steinbrenner won’t let grudges rule the day.
Model’s body, critically injured friend dumped outside hospitals by ‘masked men’: family
Foul play is suspected in the heinous death of model and aspiring actress Christy Giles, whose lifeless body was dumped outside a Los Angeles hospital on Saturday night.
Jimmie Ward has Odell Beckham revenge on his mind after interception hit
Jimmie Ward took a lick from Odell Beckham Jr. and is looking forward to paying back the favor.
Prince Andrew got $2M from financier to cover loan he took out from same man's bank days earlier
Prince Andrew reportedly once took out a $2 million loan from a private bank being investigated for money laundering — then days later got the same amount back from a...
Save $18 during this Doorbuster Sale and power up four devices at once with this charger
Never be without juice for your phone again with this handy 4-in-1 charger.
Ex-NFLer swoons over wife's 'inner beauty' on Instagram
Robert Griffin III and wife Grete are keeping things fun and flirty on Instagram.
Cause of death for 86-year-old woman shot decades ago determined to be homicide
The death of an 86-year-old woman who was found in her Bronx apartment last year has been ruled a homicide caused by a gunshot wound she suffered decades earlier.
Nonprofits showing illegals how to get around US, get free hotel stays: pol says
Rep. Lance Gooden said he was tipped off about the secretive operation by a whistleblower from California who handed over the kinds of information the groups are giving migrants.
How Bob Dylan talked his way into his first recording session 60 years ago
After being rejected by two record labels, the aspiring folk singer from Minnesota worked his few NYC connections to land a contract.
Woman's prank exposes how 'toxic' Facebook mom groups can ruin lives
Britney Hampton has claimed she received thousands of hate messages from people who believed her son was at risk of serious harm, and that her two children should be removed...
Woman only eats raw meat and eggs, says she has 'never felt better'
"After meals, I am less bloated and have since seen a huge increase in my body both mentally and physically," said Nikolett Kiss, 25.
Ghislaine Maxwell judge will finish trial despite possible promotion
Judge Alison Nathan will finish the Ghislaine Maxwell case — even though she may be promoted to a position on a federal appeals court.
Not just 'Rust': Movie crews reveal horror stories of maimings, death on sets
Joyce M. Gilliard heard the train before she saw it. It was 2014 and she was working as a hair stylist on the set of “Midnight Rider,” a movie about the...
Dramatic bad beat swings fortunes at World Series of Poker's final table
During Tuesday night's final table at the World Series of Poker, Joshua Remitio went all-in with an inferior hand against Ozgur Seclimis – and lived to tell about it.
Kyle Rittenhouse judge rips media, says he'll 'think long and hard' about allowing televised trials in future
"I've always been a firm believer in it because I think that people should be able to see what's going on, but when you see what's being done, it's really...
New Surfside condo lawsuit blames construction at building next door for deadly collapse
A new lawsuit filed in the deadly collapse of a Florida beachfront condo building blames the construction of another high-rise next door for the tragedy that killed 98 people.
Worker falls to his death from Manhattan Bridge, police say
A construction worker fell to his death while painting on the Manhattan Bridge Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Go with the home favorite in this inter-conference clash
The Oklahoma State Cowboys entered the Basketball Hall of Fame Showcase having allowed 59 points or fewer in their first three games of the season and will face an NC...
Sagittarius celebrities: 25 famous people born under this fire zodiac sign
Light the fireworks and prepare to unleash your inner rebel! Sagittarius season takes place between Nov. 22 and Dec. 21.
Hal Steinbrenner addresses Aaron Judge question looming over Yankees
“Look, he’s a great Yankee. He’s one of the faces of the franchise,” Hal Steinbrenner said of Aaron Judge.
Border Patrol rescues 5-year-old girl abandoned by human traffickers
US Border Patrol agents said an abandoned 5-year-old girl was among a group of illegal immigrants stranded on an island in the middle of the Rio Grande by human traffickers.
Monster shark slaps fisherman's butt on TikTok
An Icelandic fisherman pulled in a huge 30-foot basking shark — and lived to tell the “tail.” In this viral TikTok video, the monster catch, dubbed a “baby shark” after...
Big E knows the moment everything changed for the New Day
Big E isn’t sure we’d be seeing him as WWE champion right now and Xavier Woods as King of the Ring had it not been for KofiMania.
TikTok 'Catfish Queen' spills beauty hacks: 'I can transform to a white woman'
Tiktok star Gemluva Beauty, real name Patricia Lichtenberger, 47, tells The Post why she loves "catfishing" fans with her eye-popping beauty hack transformations.
‘DogPhone’ lets pets call owners and aims to trail blaze the ‘Dog Internet’
Humans have taken a potentially huge step in bringing the internet to man’s best friend.
36-year-old rapper gunned down in Memphis
The 36-year-old rapper allegedly walked into the shop Makeda’s Butter Cookies to buy cookies when an unidentified person drove up and shot him.
NBA star on ending feud with Charles Barkley: I wanted to 'kick his ass'
"Charles was on TV saying he was gonna punch me in the face. 'I don't like this guy,'" he said.
Palestinian sues over Ben & Jerry’s boycott, saying it promotes ‘hatred’
A prominent Palestinian human rights activist recently filed a complaint in New York state, charging that a Ben & Jerry's boycott in the West Bank and occupied territories is contributing...
Moderna seeks FDA approval to authorize booster shots for all adults
Moderna filed an application Wednesday with the Food and Drug Administration seeking emergency use authorization for its vaccine booster shot for all Americans ages 18 and up.
Hal Steinbrenner on Yankees trade dud: 'Watch him next year'
A terrible first impression hasn’t ruined Joey Gallo in the eyes of the man who is currently set to pay his 2022 check.
Why Natalie Wood’s sister chose to reveal Kirk Douglas sex assault claim
Natalie Wood's sister, Lana Wood, alleged in her new memoir that the "West Side Story" star was sexually assaulted by Kirk Douglas.
'Rust' script boss claims scene did not call for a shooting, Baldwin 'intentionally' fired: lawsuit
Mamie Mitchell, the script supervisor is suing the actor, the movie production company and others for assault and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Two men convicted in 1965 Malcolm X assassination set to be exonerated
The DA's office began reviewing the case in February 2020, in the wake of the Netflix documentary series “Who Killed Malcolm X?” — which followed historian Abdur-Rahman Muhammad’s quest for...
Crypto investors pool money to buy a copy of the Constitution
A massive group of investors are pooling millions of dollars of cryptocurrency in an effort to buy a rare, first-edition copy of the US Constitution, which will be auctioned off...
Iran women's soccer goalie: I am not a man
The Jordan Football Association (JFA) has accused the goalkeeper for the Iran women's soccer team of being a man. Zohreh Koudaei, 32, has since responded to the JFA's request for a...
Ahmaud Arbery was suspicious because he didn't call for help: defense
Ahmaud Arbery seemed suspicious because he didn't call out for help as he was being chased through a Georgia neighborhood, an attorney for one of three white men currently on...
Noah Syndergaard says goodbye to Mets in emotional video: 'One of the hardest things' I've had to do
The 29-year-old pitcher posted an emotional farewell video to the franchise and his adopted city on social media Wednesday, one day after it was announced that he and the Angels...
'My Son Hunter' star seen coked up and passed out in Biden flick
Laurence Fox is seen in lurid new photos playing a drug-addled first son Hunter Biden in a scene that shows him passed out after snorting cocaine off the breast of...
Biden greets Ciara outside White House before heading to Michigan
Ciara's visit, first reported by People, comes as the White House continues its push to convince parents to get their children vaccinated against COVID-19.
Doctor allegedly refuses married lesbian's hysterectomy, says her orientation could change
A married lesbian woman was left in tears after her doctor rejected a hysterectomy -- saying she could eventually decide to leave her wife for a man, according to a...
Star QB's wife accused of hurling pretzel at 49ers fan in 'weak moment'
Kelly Stafford, the wife of Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford apologized on Instagram, in response to a commenter who chimed in after Los Angeles' 31-10 Monday Night Football loss to the...
16-year-old in India raped by hundreds of men in 'most tragic case in history'
She was also allegedly sexually assaulted by two policemen when she tried to file a complaint. The girl is now two months pregnant.
Paul Gosar censured by House Democrats, stripped of committee assignments over AOC video
The House of Representatives will vote to censure Rep. Paul Gosar over a tweet that depicted him as an anime character assassinating Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and attacking President Biden.
Paulina Gretzky asks Instagram followers which sexy photo they prefer
Paulina Gretzky, the longtime fiancée of golfer Dustin Johnson, has a question for her nearly one million Instagram followers: option one or option two?