August 1, 2021
Israel had a big day at the Olympics
Artem Dolgopyat and the country he represents will never forget this day. He became just the second Israeli athlete to ever win an Olympic gold medal, and the first to...
Long Island police chief to get massive $750K payout upon retirement
The police chief of Southampton Village will receive a whopping sum of nearly $750,000 in unused time when he leaves his post in September, a report said.
It’s in — and big: Senators produce $1T infrastructure bill
After much delay, senators unveiled a nearly $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package Sunday night, wrapping up days of painstaking work on the inches-thick bill.
One team is 'very interested' in signing Carmelo Anthony
Last offseason, Knicks president Leon Rose was gung-ho about signing Carmelo Anthony, his former client, but the former Syracuse NCAA champion took the safer route and stayed in Portland. Anthony’s...
Yankees infielder returning to starting lineup Monday
DJ LeMahieu is expected to return to the starting lineup after a third straight day with a strained triceps.
It's Democrats, Biden admin's border policies spreading COVID: Devine
Cheery Dr. Anthony Fauci was on television again Sunday warning us “things are going to get worse” with COVID-19.
Groom allegedly shoots friend after wedding because he suspected affair with wife
Devin Jose Jones allegedly shot a friend on his wedding day because he thought the man was having an affair with his new wife.
Four dead in California helicopter crash, cause under investigation
According to a statement from the Federal Aviation Administration [FAA] to Fox40 news, the Robinson R66 helicopter crashed around 1:15 p.m. local time in a remote area of Colusa County.
Knicks ready to start tossing money around in free agency
Leon Rose awaits smacking his home run transaction for the Knicks — or at least finding a starting point guard not named Elfrid Payton.
Steve Cohen may have made a familiar Mets mistake
As much on-field success as his club has enjoyed, Steve Cohen also has managed to rehabilitate the reputation of his predecessors.
Letters to the Editor — Aug. 2, 2021
The Issue: Mayor de Blasio’s plan to pay $100 to every person who gets a vaccine at a city location. President Biden’s and Mayor de Blasio’s well-intentioned plans to reward...
US women's beach volleyball pair into quarterfinals
April Ross and Alix Klineman have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Olympic beach volleyball tournament.
Masking kids and closing schools is irrational, unscientific child abuse
America’s public-health bureaucrats are insisting on masking kids and granting baseless alibis to teachers unions that would delay or defer schools reopening for another year.
Connecticut 'strongly recommending' indoor masks as cases increase
Connecticut officials are “strongly recommending” that all residents over the age of two -- regardless of vaccination status -- wear masks indoors after seven of the state’s eight counties have...
Panic erupts on Bourbon Street amid shooting that left five men injured
A shooting early Sunday morning in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter left five men injured and sent scores of tourists running for their lives, according to a report.
Police should seize reckless NYC drivers' cars
The NYPD is rightly cracking down against the illegal dirt bikes and ATVs that have become a menace to pedestrians. But it should crack down, too, on drag-racing, speeding and...
Sen. Hawley: Public schools must shape kids who love America and our founding
The radical claims of critical race theory have become an ?article of faith for many on the left, but they bear little resemblance to our actual history.
Frank Ntilikina's time with Knicks looks all but over
While the Knicks could still sign Frank Ntilikina, he is likely on his way out after a rocky four seasons in New York.
GOP lawyer taking on Letitia James in race for attorney general
A Republican lawyer is seeking to take on Democratic incumbent Letitia James in the race for state attorney general next year.
Glaring Tim Tebow weakness that may crush his Jaguars dream
Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer laid out Tim Tebow’s strengths and weaknesses, and what he needs to do to make Jacksonville’s roster.
Condé Nast yields to Durst, pays back rent at One World Trade Center
The owners of Condé Nast went eyeball-to-eyeball with their landlord at One World Trade Center -- and the powerful magazine publishers blinked.
What to expect from Nets in free agency
For the Nets, the free agency period is going to be less roster building than roster maintenance.
The weekend's wild gunplay shows — alarmingly — what a Mayor Adams would face
Eric Adams may be Gotham’s best hope for stopping out-of-control gunplay, but this weekend’s madness raises a troubling question: Can even he restore sanity to the streets?
The CDC needlessly creates panic and other commentary
From the right: The Needless CDC Panic In the face of the Delta variant, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention should have reiterated that vaccines overwhelmingly prevent serious COVID...
Newest Yankee has earned Bronx lovefest that awaits him
Anthony Rizzo will have no such initiation rites applied for him when he dons his No. 48 jersey early Monday on Yankee Stadium.
Speedy receiver hoping to revive his career with Giants
Whether John Ross is on the final roster is a compelling question for a team desperate to inject playmaking into the offensive attack.
Fresh grounds to resist any new attempt to close NYC's schools
The Department of Education left thousands of needy city students without iPads for remote learning. View it as another reason to reject any new attempts to close down the schools.
A new site put together a report of when stars mess up
Finding mistakes in movies is a pastime enjoyed by all. Now, a site called TeddyFeed has put together a report on when stars effed up.
Kinzinger supports issuing Jan. 6 subpoenas to McCarthy, others
Republican Rep. Adam Kinzinger said Sunday that he supports issuing subpoenas to members of Congress about the Capital riot — including House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy.
Pelosi's sham Jan. 6 committee is wasting a valuable opportunity
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s unapologetically partisan select committee on the Jan. 6 Capitol riot won’t fool anyone not already duped by her distorted narrative.
Food & beverage fortifying commercial NYC real estate market
Shrugging off the pandemic’s impact on sales, supply and hiring, food-and-beverage uses continue to lead all retail-leasing categories in the Big Apple – and the lead even grew larger over...
Anti-socialist Eric Adams faces new foe in mayoral election
Mayoral candidate Eric Adams -- who says he's running against the far-left socialist "movement" led by AOC in New York -- will face off against a socialist in the general...
Real-estate honchos dump big bucks into Gov. Cuomo's re-election bid
Deep-pocketed donors with ties to New York's real-estate industry are still putting their money behind embattled three-term Gov. Andrew Cuomo, campaign records reveal.
US sees ammunition shortage amid record firearms purchases: report
Ammunition is reportedly flying off of shelves across the country as anxious Americans lock and load up in response to social unrest and an increase in violence.
Golden rule: 'Best friends' convince Olympic officials to let them share gold
Olympic high jumpers — and best friends — Mutaz Essa Barshim and Gianmarco Tamberi convinced Games officials to let them share gold on Sunday instead of jumping to decide the...
NY state Health Dept. retains outside counsel for Cuomo COVID-19 probes
The state Department of Health is lawyering up amid multiple investigations into Gov. Andrew Cuomo's alleged mishandling of New York's nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Double duty: NYPD execs draw both pensions, hefty salaries, records show
Three top NYPD execs are collecting hefty pensions from their time on the force in addition to six-figure salaries for their current civilian roles, a Post review has found.
Adams calls for new task force to battle NYC's surge of gang violence
Big Apple mayoral frontrunner Eric Adams is calling for the creation of a new joint task force with federal and state authorities to combat surging city gang violence, after a weekend...
Mets' hitting woes continue in lopsided loss to Reds
On Sunday, the Mets managed only three hits in completing an underwhelming homestand with a 7-1 loss to the Reds at Citi Field.
Yankees rally past Marlins with late hitting flurry
Aaron Judge and Anthony Rizzo jumped on Marlins' relief pitchers in the eighth inning to rally for the team's fifth win in six games.
Thousands flee Dixie Fire in California, over 240K acres burned
The Dixie Wildfire has at least 4,000 people under evacuation orders as it raged in the mountains in Butte and Plumas counties, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection...
One night in the Bronx: NYPD cops open up about 'epidemic' of youth gun violence
It's a tragic scene of gun violence involving young kids that cops in the Bronx precinct know far too well -- and one they blame on the COVID-19 pandemic, hot...
Schumer predicts Senate infrastructure vote 'in a matter of days'
Chuck Schumer predicted that a vote on the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package could come "in a matter of days," as lawmakers continued to tweak the plan during a rare...
Chris Cuomo ripped as COVID hypocrite for comments about Florida gov
Chris Cuomo claimed Ron DeSantis was among Republicans holding vaccinated people "hostage" — sparking criticism from conservatives who accused the CNN anchor of being a COVID hypocrite.
What to watch on Day 10 of the 2020 Olympics
The US women's national soccer team takes on Canada in the semifinals, gymnastics floor finals, track and field and more.
Socialist 'boogeyman' running for City Council wants to be frenemies with Eric Adams
Democratic Socialist "bogeyman" Tiffany Cabán is extending a peace offering to the city's likely next mayor, Eric Adams -- after he declared war on her far-left movement.
AOC blames White House, fellow Dems for end of eviction ban
AOC slammed the White House and her Democratic colleagues for allowing the eviction moratorium to expire, urging party leaders to reconvene the House to extend the protections.
Skateboarding star may face homicide charges after alleged victim dies
A professional skateboarder is expected to face homicide charges after a man he previously was charged with assaulting died.
Mexico holds referendum on investigating corrupt ex-presidents
Mexicans on Sunday began to vote on whether to probe five of the country's former leaders in a referendum championed by President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador with critics calling it...
Silver medalist raises arms in Olympic protest
Silver medal-winning shot putter Raven Saunders raised her arms in an "X" formation over her head in symbolic protest on Sunday -- in violation of the Olympic ban on medal...
Suspect who shot NYPD lieutenant ordered held without bail
The reputed gangbanger charged with shooting an NYPD cop in the Bronx was ordered held without bail Sunday -- as prosecutors revealed he had been out on bail in an...
Kevin McCarthy under fire for joking about hitting Pelosi with gavel
House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy is facing calls to resign after he joked about having to restrain himself from hitting Speaker Nancy Pelosi over the head if his party takes...
NHL star plans on playing for new team after controversial trade
Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury has notified the Blackhawks that he plans to play in the 2021-22 season, according to multiple reports.
Susan Collins rips Nancy Pelosi's 'partisan' Capitol riot probe
"I fought very hard to have an independent, bipartisan, non-partisan outside commission to look at all the events of that day, and I'm very disappointed that it was not approved,"...
HP's back-to-school sale: Save up to 58% off on printers, laptops, more
Save more than 50% off select items from HP in honor of back-to-school — printers, laptops and more.
YouTube suspends Sky News Australia over COVID videos
Sky News Australia saw its YouTube account go dark on Thursday after a review of the page's content allegedly unveiled videos denying the existence of COVID-19.
Mets stunningly fail to sign first-round pick
The Mets' draft-day agreement with the Vanderbilt pitcher could not be finalized before Sunday’s deadline.
UK joins Israel in claims that Iran attacked tanker in fatal drone strike
Calling it a “unlawful and callous attack,” British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said his country and its allies planned a coordinated response over the strike Thursday night on the oil...
NIH chief: Mask mandates are 'mostly about protecting the unvaccinated'
NIH Director Dr. Francis Collins said Sunday that the new federal guidelines encouraging Americans in COVID-19 hot spots to mask up indoors are "mostly about protecting the unvaccinated."
Yankees rotation takes another big blow
The move comes a day after German tossed four innings and gave up two runs in Saturday’s win over the Marlins.
AOC: no infrastructure deal unless spending bill passes
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez insisted that House Dems will not approve the $1.2T bipartisan infrastructure deal unless the Senate also passes the Dems' proposed overall $3.5 trillion spending plan.
NBA legend rebukes unvaccinated 'a--holes'
Charles Barkley has an opinion on most topics, so it’s not surprising that the outspoken NBA legend offered strong thoughts about COVID-19 vaccinations.
'Things are going to get worse': Fauci issues warning amid latest COVID surge
Dr. Anthony Fauci on Sunday warned that the country's latest COVID-19 surge is "going to get worse" -- but insisted he doesn't expect the climbing case numbers to trigger any...
Team Israel's baseball team apologizes for 'mischievous' bed prank
The team apologized Thursday after sharing a TikTok video of nine players jumping on a bed before it gave way.
Disturbing video released of 'coordinated' Queens mass shooting
Two gunmen trailed by moped-driving accomplices fired off 37 shots and wounded 10 people in Queens Saturday night before fleeing on the vehicles in a "coordinated attack."
Italian is now the 'fastest man alive' in Olympics stunner
Italy is now home to the "fastest man alive." Lamont Marcell Jacobs earned the informal title, previously held by the now-retired Usain Bolt, Sunday after winning gold in the 100-meter...
Belarusian sprinter 'won't return home' after being forced to airport amid Olympics controversy
The Belarusian Olympic Committee said in a statement that coaches had decided to withdraw Tsimanouskaya from the Games on doctors' advice about her "emotional, psychological state".
Giants add free agent amid roster shuffle
Looney, 30, nearly became a member of the Giants last year.
Mark Meadows: Trump plans to 'move forward' after meeting with 'cabinet'
Donald Trump has been huddling with "cabinet members" at his New Jersey golf resort and is planning to "move forward in a real way," former White House chief of staff...
NHL star fires back at bombshell claims leveled by 'soon-to-be ex-wife'
NHL star Evander Kane on Sunday insisted that his pregnant wife's bombshell claims that he's a gambling addict who threw games were "lies" -- and said that she was trying...
Cashing in: Trump political groups raised $82M in first half of 2021
The funds will allow Donald Trump to dole out millions to Republican candidates of his choosing in the 2024 midterm elections in an effort to take back control of the...
Beat the heat with the on-sale evaLIGHT Plus: Personal Air Cooler
This next sale is a breath of fresh air. If you aren’t blessed with air conditioning this season, you’re going to want to listen up. Air coolers are the next...
The world’s best knife sharpener is now on sale for under $20
Look sharp, this sale is not to be missed. Having sharp knives is essential to having a well-stocked kitchen. Even Nigella Lawson includes a sharp, good-quality knife among her top...
Bloody night in NYC: 18 wounded, including a mass shooting in Queens
Eighteen people were shot overnight in New York City overnight, including a mass shooting in Queens and two men who were shot dead in Brooklyn in separate incidents early Sunday morning.
USA basketball's real Olympics challenge set to begin
The United States men’s basketball team may have rebounded from its dismal loss to start the Tokyo Olympics, but now the real challenges begin. Kevin Durant, Damian Lillard and company...
Don't stick to one job — be a jack of all trades
Eschewing one job for multiple gigs? You're not alone. Three-quarters of the Americans between the ages of 21 and 41 in a poll said they do up to 10 types...
Take veteran ace in MLB interleague showdown
Adam Wainwright and the Cardinals are the pick over Michael Pineda and the Twins.
Teenage gymnast's stunning Olympics continues
Another event, another medal for Sunisa Lee, America's gymnastics darling of the Summer Olympics.
Why do I keep getting told my resume is weak?
Gregory Giangrande answers questions on receiving poor resume feedback from employers and whether interns should leave a parting gift for their bosses.
Israeli baseball team scores historic Olympics victory
For the first time in its Olympic history, the Israeli baseball team has won a game. A three-run home run from former Minnesota Twin Danny Valencia helped seal a 12-5...
UFC veteran's busy week includes rematch, new broadcast role
Angela Hill has spent the bulk of her career training for fights, but the strawweight fighter has been in the lab honing a different craft as well: Color commentary.
Olympics shocker: American track star stunningly falls short
Forget about becoming the new fastest man -- gold medal favorite Trayvon Bromell couldn't even reach the final of the 100 meters in Tokyo.
Simone Biles' replacement wins improbable medal before retiring
MyKayla Skinner had one last event to compete in after Simone Biles bowed out due to focus on her mental health.
Yankees' fill-in closer puts out fire he didn't start
Jonathan Loaisiga was the last of four relievers to shut down the Marlins in the Yankees’ 4-2 win at loanDepot Park in Miami on Saturday night.
Olympic boxer stages wild protest after headbutting disqualification
Mourad Aliev sat on the ring apron of an Olympic boxing ring for nearly an hour to protest his loss after a referee ruled the boxer intentionally head-butted his opponent.
Mets closer 'lights out' when it mattered most
Mets pitching coach Jeremy Hefner hustled out to the mound Saturday night after Edwin Diaz had issued a wild pitch and a leadoff walk to start the 10th inning. With...
Jets' Mekhi Becton relishes battles with this Jets teammate
Jets offensive tackle Mekhi Becton loves his training camp battles with teammate Carl Lawson.
Yankees star passes first two outfield tests
After not playing the field for more than two years, Giancarlo Stanton was back in left field on Saturday for a second straight game.
Clock is ticking on this polarizing Giant
Evan Engram knows everyone wants more.The questions are these: How much more? And is he capable of delivering? Will Engram ever be able to give Giants fans what they want...
US captures gold medal in golf
Xander Schauffele won an Olympic gold medal he badly wanted by overcoming more pressure than he could have imagined Sunday.
Mets hoping outfielder's 'pinch' won't lead to IL stint
The “pinch” Brandon Nimmo felt in his hamstring Friday night kept him out of the lineup Saturday, but the Mets still were hoping it wouldn’t lead to a longer-term absence....
Jets coach pumps up the fans
When practice was over, Robert Saleh made a beeline to the stands.
Mets great big fan of team's new double-play combination
Edgardo Alfonzo once adorned the cover of Sports Illustrated with double-play partner Rey Ordonez and the other components of a Mets infield dubbed as possibly the best ever. The former...
Ex-NYC councilman and retired priest accused of sexually assaulting boy
A new lawsuit accused retired priest and councilman Louis Gigante, brother of mob boss Vincent "The Chin" Gigante," sexually assaulted a 9-year-old boy.
Two US gymnasts have chance to shine in Simone Biles' absence
It just might now be MyKayla Skinner’s or Jade Carey’s turn to shine for USA Gymnastics.
These three greats thrilled to be inducted into Mets Hall of Fame
The Mets’ long-awaited first Hall of Fame class since 2013 spanned various eras of team history, honoring two All-Star pitchers from the 1970s and ’80s and one everyday regular bridging...
Cop pins down 'suicidal' black teen as she screams 'I can't breathe'
Footage of the Tuesday incident in Forney, east of Dallas, shows Kaufman County Deputy Conner Martin, who is white, laying on top of the teen
Rookie receiver already showing chemistry with Zach Wilson
Observations from Jets training camp on Saturday. Wide Open Elijah Moore continues to impress. The young receiver caught an 80-yard touchdown pass from Zach Wilson on busted coverage and made...
Supreme Court judge named suspect in Haitian president's assassination
Wendelle Coq-Thelot allegedly met with Colombian mercenaries who are accused of murdering the leader
NYC shootings leave 13 people injured
NYPD officers say 13 people were injured following a violent night of shootings across the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens on July 31, 2021.
Officials investigate after boozing Olympians violate COVID-19 rules
Numerous athletes were caught drinking alcohol in public, violating measures to prevent COVID spread, at Olympic Village prompting an investigation in the strict area.
Who is Laurel Hubbard, the first transgender Olympian?
Laurel Hubbard is poised to make history at the Olympics, regardless of how she fares in competition. Hubbard, 43, will become the first transgender athlete to compete at the Olympics,...
Mass shooting outside funeral home leaves 4-year-old clinging to life
A parking lot confrontation turned violent when five people were shot outside of an Indianapolis-based funeral home. A 4-year-old girl remains in critical condition.
Motorcyclist killed in Williamsburg Bridge crash
The unidentified biker was heading from Manhattan to Brooklyn on the span when he struck a car and crashed into a wall
GOP leaders condemn Facebook post comparing COVID restrictions to Nazi persecution
GOP party leaders condemned a social media post from the Oklahoma Republican Party which featured a Yellow Star of David shown with "unvaccinated" across the front.
NHL star denies pregnant wife's claim he tanked games for gambling profit
San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane was called out by his pregnant wife on Instagram for being a gambling addict who's even thrown his own games. The NHL is now...