January 11, 2025

Trump tells NY Republicans he wants to raise SALT cap, 'kill' congestion pricing: 'It's got to go'

In a Saturday night meeting at Mar-a-Lago with Republican members of New York’s House delegation, the incoming president agreed he would help try to kill the congestion tax.

Late former President Jimmy Carter's off-the-record thoughts on UFOs and alien civilizations revealed

“The way I see it, there’s nothing to fear," Carter said.

Three key Nets will miss showdown vs. Jazz

SALT LAKE CITY — The Nets seemingly have erred on the side of caution when it comes to injured Cam Johnson and D’Angelo Russell. Predictably, both will remain sidelined Sunday...

Inside the one US town where residents are legally required to own guns and ammo

In Kennesaw, Georgia, it's against the law not to own a gun.

Mike Pence reveals what he said to Trump at Jimmy Carter's funeral

Former Vice President Mike Pence?revealed his brief exchange with President-elect Trump, which was caught on camera at former President Carter’s state funeral.

NFL considering major changes to playoff format

The NFL might follow in the steps of college football and shake up its own postseason format come next season.

Rangers veteran returns to lineup vs. Vegas after another healthy scratch

Jimmy Vesey drew back into the Rangers lineup Saturday night against the Golden Knights, after the 31-year-old was a healthy scratch in the previous game.

Nets GM has sights set on draft during West Coast trip

The Nets are on the longest road trip of their season.

Florida woman pooped on Family Dollar floor as accomplice ironically stole $500 worth of cleaning products: cops

The alleged bandits are now being referred to as “Mr. Clean” and “Ms. Dookie."

Ravens grind out AFC wild-card win over Steelers thanks to Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry heroics

Through the first half of the Ravens’ AFC wild-card matchup against the Steelers, Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry have combined for 164 rushing yards and three total touchdowns.?

Louisiana man charged with murder in stabbing deaths of his son, sister and nephew

The suspect was arrested on three counts of first-degree murder after the Thursday killings.

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Why Philadelphians 'f—ing hate' Joe Buck a major talking point on Jason Kelce's new talk-show

Joe Buck doesn’t need Kylie Kelce to tell him the City of Brotherly Love loathes him.

RJ Luis propels St. John's to big win over rival Villanova

RJ Luis scored 23 of his St. John’s career-high 30 points after halftime as the Johnnies won for the ninth time in 10 games, beating Villanova, 80-68.

Dem senator warns 'LA fires are preview of coming atrocities,' claims Trump bought off by 'Big Oil'

As fires wreak havoc in California, Sen.?Ed Markey, D-Mass., claimed in a post on X the catastrophe is "what a climate emergency looks like."

The world has now seen the ‘Trump Effect’ on full display

A glance across America and Europe leads to an unmistakable conclusion:?Revolution is in the air.

Small town shocked to inherit $10 million fortune — left by man who had never been there

The generous stranger and the off the beaten path burg had one thing in common.

23-year-old mom lucky to be alive after stranger gave her poisoned drink on New Year's Eve: reports

Just 10 minutes after the young mom returned home, she was foaming at the mouth and experiencing seizures.

NFL fans outraged by Steelers-Ravens Prime Video-exclusive playoff game

It is not the first and it will not be the last, but that doesn’t make it any more palatable for some fans.

Texans made Chargers star's life a nightmare in AFC wild-card win

Between stout defensive work and C.J. Stroud’s good-as-ever play under center, the Texans took home a 32-12 AFC wild-card win over the Chargers.

Railroad operator says engineer didn’t see 3 homeless men killed by train

The engineer of a train that struck and killed three homeless men on the tracks in coastal Alabama says he never saw them and did not know he had hit...

NHL season has been defined by mediocrity across the board

Just 13 of 32 teams have won at least half their games — six in the dreadful East and seven in a more representative West.

Police officer suspended without pay after a chase that led to 3 deaths

William Langham chased an SUV beyond the city limits on Jan. 4.

Man fatally shot inside Brooklyn park as shooter remains on the loose: NYPD

A man was fatally shot in a Carroll Gardens park Saturday morning, police said.

Sports broadcasts would be better if one annoyance was eliminated

As a matter of educated fact, the last time either show made any worth-hearing noise was when CBS’ version was off the air. After a 1980 show, Brent Musburger and...

Former sports phenom loses home in devastating LA wildfires, receives rush of support from California community

The former track and field great, nicknamed "The Jet," excelled in football and track.

Pitino endorses Coach K's merger proposal to create 'mega basketball conference'

Rick Pitino supports Mike Krzyzewski's solution for the Big East and ACC.

Trump unveils series of cabinet nominations as he prepares to take back White House

All six nominees previously served President-elect Donald Trump during his first term in the White House.

Patriots enter contract negotiations with top candidate as head coach search hits fever pitch

The Patriots are reportedly in contract negotiations with their "overwhelming favorite."

NYC judge who freed career criminal accused of beating elderly man shuts door on Post reporter when questioned over ruling

The turn-em-loose judge was presumably in no mood to defend how she granted Earl, 44, supervised release – despite a second-degree assault charge for allegedly beating an 83-year-old man on...

Texans QB saves disastrous first half with huge 99-yard TD drive in NFL playoffs opener

Just as the football-watching world was ready to count C.J. Stroud out, the Texans’ sophomore quarterback reminded everyone what he’s capable of. And now, on the heels of a 32-12...

The one thing nutritionists insist they'd never eat —?and their favorite treat when it's time to indulge

A group of nosh know-it-alls revealed the foods they'd never put on their plates —?and the ones they can't help but love.

Notre Dame's return to prominence is a gigantic win for college football

The 12-team College Football Playoff has been fun to watch.

Adams shuts down infamous migrant tent city in Brooklyn

Mayor Eric Adams closed the final chapter on the infamous, mass migrant encampment in Brooklyn’s Floyd Bennett Field on Saturday

Fast food chains use this sneaky tactic to get you to spend more —?but there are still ways to save

Sometimes, the "value menu" is anything but.

LA planning 'inevitable' widespread power shutdown as dangerous winds expected to reappear over weekend

The city of Los Angeles is planning a widespread power shutdown before the dangerous Santa Ana winds ramp up over the weekend as expected, fire officials warned.

Catastrophic wildfires left LA in ashes due to California's failing liberal leadership

With a Democratic governor, Democratic mayors, Democratic city councils and a Democratic justice system, the progressives have darkened the land of perpetual sunshine.

Newsom passes off wildfire response blame to local leaders, own team

"When you start getting different answers, then I’m not getting the actual story."

Biden admin slammed for ‘waiting’ to declare genocide in Sudan

Action rather than rhetoric would have saved more lives says Senate Foreign Relations Chairman.

Rangers forward thought his 'career was over' before starting memorable Vegas tenure

LAS VEGAS — There was a lot of nostalgia that naturally came with Reilly Smith’s first time playing at T-Mobile Arena since winning his first Stanley Cup with the Golden...

Russia says it will continue oil and gas projects despite US sanctions

Russia's Foreign Ministry said the country would respond to Washington's 'hostile' actions.

Putin has one major Ukraine priority on his agenda ahead of possible Trump meeting

Russian President Vladimir Putin's priorities ahead of meeting with President-elect Donald Trump are ensuring Ukraine never joins NATO and that the military alliance pulls back some of its deployments in...

China’s newest humanoid robot is ready to serve like never before

The next generation of humanoid robots is here.

Eli Manning reveals his legendary dad's funny texting habit

Former?New York Giants?quarterback Eli Manning shared a text he got from his father, Archie Manning, on social media on Saturday.

Knicks letting shooting woes snowball to another area in growing concern

The issue has popped up at times for the Knicks this season.

Member of original 1962 Mets dead at 90

Felix Mantilla, who played 11 years in the big leagues and was a member of the original 1962 Mets, died this week.

Six Californians describe terrifying moments they lost everything to LA wildfires: 'Like being in a war zone'

"The extent of this is way beyond anything. This is like being in a war zone where everything is destroyed."

LA mayor handed out rich city contracts, forcing drastic cuts to fire department months before deadly wildfires: records

Los Angeles was forced to slash funding for the fire department after mayor Karen Bass awarded gilded contracts to city workers, a review of public records by the Manhattan Institute...

Ex-Met signs with NL East rival one year after infamous glove-throwing tantrum

The self-proclaimed “worst teammate” in baseball has a new team.

Superstar freshman puts on historic Duke performance

Cooper Flagg turned in the best game of his brief college career on Saturday.?

Jack Smith resigns from DOJ after leading two Trump prosecutions

Special Counsel Jack Smith -- who oversaw two prosecutions of President-elect Trump -- has resigned, according to court documents.

Falcons fire pair of defensive coaches in latest NFL shakeup

The Falcons will now search for their fourth defensive coordinator in the past five seasons.

Biden names Pope Francis as a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom

Pope Francis?was named a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction Saturday by President Biden, a White House press release said.

Emotional Jennifer Garner volunteers at food truck after revealing friend from church perished in LA wildfire disaster

Garner has lived in and around the Pacific Palisades for the past 25 years.

'Den of Thieves 2: Pantera' steals first place at the box office

"Den of Thieves 2: Pantera" took first place in box office with sales of $6 million on Friday, its theatrical debut.

The popular medications harmful to your health if you take them after their expiration date

It's never too early to spring clean your medicine cabinet.

Eli Manning opens up, makes case to Post about Hall of Fame candidacy

He is one of 15 finalists for election into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Star QB expected to get jaw-dropping NIL package after NFL draft about-face

Another year in college may pay off well for Carson Beck

$125M mansion from hit TV series destroyed in LA wildfires: Palisades estate had 18 beds, rented for $450K per month

The 18-bedroom house is owned by Luminar Technologies boss Austin Russell.

How to watch Steelers vs. Ravens Wild Card game for free: Time, streaming

The AFC North rivals meet in the postseason for the first time since 2015.

Jets complete flurry of GM interviews as two new candidates emerge

The Jets had a busy day in their search for a new general manager on Saturday.

Bill Maher addresses speculation he's quitting HBO show

Despite speculating late last year that he "may quit" ahead of another Trump administration, "Real Time" host?Bill Maher?told CNN that he’s not quitting his program.

Ukraine captures North Korean soldiers fighting in Russia in sign of 'irrefutable evidence' of alliance: officials

Two North Korean soldiers fighting in Russia were captured by Ukrainian troops this week, giving officials "irrefutable evidence" that the two countries are allied in the war against Ukraine, officials...

Newsom cut $100M for fire prevention before deadly wildfires: report

Embattled California Gov. Gavin Newsom reportedly slashed funding earmarked for fighting wildfires by more than $100 million this fiscal year – a move that certainly now has lousy optics with...

Faults along LA's power grid surged in the same location where California wildfires ignited: report

Faults along Los Angeles’ power grid surged in the same locations where three of this week’s massive wildfires are raging, a company that monitors electrical activity said.

Israeli negotiators head to Doha to try to seal Hamas hostage, cease-fire deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dispatched a high-level delegation to Doha to help seal a hostage and cease-fire deal, according to reports.

How a scrappy off-Broadway comedy has become a giant worldwide success

Already playing in New York, London, Sydney and Toronto, when "Titanique" opens its fifth production in Chicago in May, it will have as many concurrent runs as “Hamilton.”

BlackRock quits 'Net Zero' initiative at perfect time as woke policies contribute to devastating LA fires

BlackRock literally exited a weird, self-serving and futile environmental virtue signaling coalition of companies as Los Angeles was being burned to the ground because of woke climate policies.

Lebanon army commander elected president after 2 years with no head of state has US, Saudi support

Joseph Aoun, 61, Lebanon's army commander, takes the role of president after over two years of the seat being empty and 13 attempts to vote in a leader.

Ex-NFL star arrested for allegedly fleeing scene of a multi-car accident after leaving strip club

The 34-year-old retired star was charged with leaving the scene of an accident with property damage and reckless driving in South Carolina early Friday morning.

Deion Sanders has 'very strong interest' in one coaching job as NFL whispers grow louder

Deion Sanders may be looking to jump to the NFL.?

Liberty make critical Breanna Stewart free agency decision that comes with future implications

Stewart has led the Liberty in scoring in each of her two seasons in Brooklyn.

How to bet on Steelers-Ravens rivalry playoff matchup

Pittsburgh is playing its worst football of the season, losing four straight games.

Future Hall of Famer opens up on 'one of one' rookie QB ahead of his playoff debut

Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner, who won a Super Bowl with the 2013 Seahawks, tackles some postseason Q&A with Post columnist Steve Serby ahead of Sunday’s wild-card clash with the Buccaneers?

Union representing NYPD detectives to unveil pilot program with Uber providing hard-partying sleuths rides home

The union that represents city detectives unveiled a groundbreaking pilot program this week to provide NYPD investigators with a ride home if they’re too drunk to drive, The Post has...

There should be no debate over Eli Manning — he's a first-ballot Hall of Famer

What else could the Pro Football Hall of Fame voters want from Eli Manning??

Popular ice cream recalled over undeclared allergen: FDA

This isn't so sweet.

NYC student, 8, allegedly scalded by drinking 'hazardous' fountain at Inwood charter school: lawsuit

The third-grader, identified in court papers only as L.E., suffered burns on her lips, mouth and face.

Islanders face nightmare goalie situation with star's illness

The Islanders’ disaster scenario came to pass on Saturday.

Why Freedom Caucus chair, a doctor from Queens, might be the most powerful member of Congress

The Maryland Republican says he and his members are prepared to stand up to the president on spending.

Near century-old mystery of skull thought to be Cleopatra's murdered sister solved – here's whose it actually was

A close-to-century-old mystery surrounding a skull thought to belong to Cleopatra's murdered sister has been solved.

Saquon Barkley deserves this chance to create a playoff legacy he never truly got with Giants

Saquon Barkley dreamed of carrying the New York Football Giants to a Super Bowl on an exhilarating journey to Canton.?

‘I Love Lucy’ star played matchmaker for Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio: author

Marilyn Monroe was introduced to husband number two by an unlikely matchmaker.

Apple users warned of hi-tech Mac malware that steals personal data, goes undetected for months—?here's how to stay safe

An estimated 100 million Apple users are at risk of falling victim of a new Mac malware.

ESPN star adds Arch Manning twist to critique of Steve Sarkisian's disastrous Texas play call

Kirk Herbstreit said he wasn’t second-guessing Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian about one fourth-quarter play call, but it sure sounded like it.

Mark Zuckerberg praises benefits of 'masculine energy,' says DEI 'culturally neutered' corporate America

"I think having a culture that celebrates the aggression a bit more has its own merits that are really positive," Zuckerberg said.

Endangered species threatened by LA fires -- and missing pets may return to properties after flames extinguished: expert

Endangered species are threatened to be wiped out due to the Los Angeles wildfires, Jeff Corwin warns. He also said pets may return to their property.

Jamie Lee Curtis blasted for comparing Pacific Palisades to Gaza amid LA wildfire disaster: 'War-torn'

Curtis has lived in the Pacific Palisades for decades.

How to watch Chargers-Texans Wild Card game for free: Time, streaming

Welcome to Super Wild Card Weekend.

How to bet on the total in Texans-Chargers

It's rather fitting that the first game of Wild Card weekend is also the lowes- projected score of all six first-round playoff games.

Caleb Williams tricked into thinking Ben Johnson accepted Bears job in wild phone prank

Caleb Williams thought he was talking to his new head coach. Instead, it was just a couple of kids.

Straphanger who miraculously survived being shoved into path of incoming NYC subway breaks silence

Joseph Lynskey, who miraculously survived being pushed onto the path of a subway train on New Year's Eve, broke his silence to thank those who aided him.

Eerie 'firenado' spins up as deadly wildfires rage across Los Angeles

An eerie fire whirl was spotted spinning amid the Palisades Fire in?Los Angeles?on Friday night. ?

Bronx man arrested, charged with murder in fatal stabbing of 14-year-old as NYPD commish rips 'systems'

A Bronx man with a history of arrests and mental illness has been charged with murder for fatally stabbing a 14-year-old in an unprovoked attack -- prompting NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch to decry...

NHL broadcaster loses home in wildfires

Los Angeles Kings broadcaster Patrick O'Neal loses home in wildfires

New subway safety hack involves two everyday items: 'Ladies, take notes'

The latest subway self-defense hack to emerge on social media calls for two things most people have handy.

Nine NYPD sleuths move to NYC Department of Investigation to work corruption cases following sex-for-OT scandal

The NYPD is sending detectives to bolster the city's Department of Investigation, The Post has learned.

How Joe Biden became America's obstructor-in-chief

A new book details the messy financial mess that has defined the Biden family.

NYPD wrongly stuck Canada liaison with $740K tax bill after abroad-work snafu: suit

A retired NYPD detective alleges he wrongly has been hit with Canadian tax bills totaling $740,000 because his bosses never told him he'd be liable for the levy while abroad.

Canada is without a leader amid the risk of tariffs and terror

On Monday, Justin Trudeau, prime minister of Canada, trotted out to resign — sort of.

Khloe Kardashian rips LA mayor Karen Bass amid wildfire disaster: 'You are a joke'

The reality star raged against the elected official following cuts the fire department budget.

Ex-Oregon receiver arrested for alleged Christmas Day pistol-whipping

Ryan Pellum, a former Oregon wide receiver who recently entered the transfer portal, has been arrested on charges of assault with use of a firearm.

Two picks against the spread for the wild card round

Post sports gambling editor/producer and digital sports editor Matt Ehalt is in his first season in the NFL Bettor’s Guide.?

Mean Streets: Here's where New Yorkers land in survey of friendliest states

Gothamites weren't buying it.

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez may be tying the knot in Italy on Amazon founder's $500M boat: report

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez may be tying the knot in Italy.

Subway, commuter rails see overcrowding amid congestion pricing as riders are 'smashed up against one another': straphangers

As commuters opt for public transit to avoid paying the $9 congestion zone toll, straphangers griped their trains were packed beyond compare last week.

Footage of accused USPS killer shows suspect caught in brawl, being robbed in East Harlem months before stabbing

The psycho who allegedly knifed a USPS worker to death over a line dispute at a Harlem deli earlier this month was caught on video brawling with a pair of...

The early odds for CFP championship game: One team is massive favorite

Vegas clearly isn't feeling the Luck of the Irish.

Virginia mom who lost arm in shark attack learns insurance won't cover $73K prosthetic hand

The sharks at her insurance company won’t give her a new arm.

LeBron James sends message to those affected by 'nightmare' LA wildfires as NBA postpones second Lakers game

LeBron James sent his support to those dealing with the effects of the raging Los Angeles wildfires as the NBA has seen coaches lose homes and games rescheduled.

Man suspected of fatally stabbing NYC boy, 14, is same perp in Bronx subway slashing: cops

Police believe the maniac who fatally stabbed a 14-year-old boy is the same man who randomly slashed an innocent bystander in a Bronx subway station last weekend.

How the rise of woke 'educrats' is destroying higher education

A new book looks at the rise of DEI culture in US colleges.

Target these four player props for Saturday's Wild Card action

Target these four player props for Saturday's two Wild Card games.

The Los Angeles fires are a human disaster long in the making

Neglect and mismanagement are at the roots of this disaster.

Greenland PM says he's ready to talk with Trump

Greenland’s leader Múte Egede said he is prepared to enter into negotiations with President-elect Trump about the future of the mineral-rich arctic territory — but warned his people had no...

NJ's Deacon Elvis gets churchgoers 'All Shook Up' -- by preaching and impersonating The King

Anthony Liguori Jr. is known to the faithful as "Deacon Elvis" at Corpus Christi Church in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ.

How Josh Gad became a comic sensation despite lifetime of anxiety and self-doubt

A new book details comedian Josh Gad's rise to stardom.

Greenland leaders open to speak with Trump after prez-elect expressed interest to make territory part of America

Greenland's leader Múte Egede said he was prepared to enter into negotiations with President-elect Trump on Friday about the future of the mineral-rich arctic territory

Legendary Colorado football coach, who won program's lone national title, dead at 84

The charismatic figure known as Coach Mac died Friday night “after a courageous journey with dementia,” according to a family statement. His family announced in 2016 that he had been...

Disgraced cop fired for giving homeless man a poop sandwich is back in uniform in new city

He successfully appealed the sandwich firing in 2019, and briefly returned to the force before being fired again.

Knicks fan proposes to girlfriend at Thunder game in OKC: 'I could have gotten booed'

Knicks fan Joseph?DeSimone popped the question to his girlfriend Erica Vann on the Kiss Cam as the team took on the Oklahoma City Thunder on Jan. 3.

Anti-Israel activist who gave hateful CUNY speech bizarrely blames Israel for LA fires

“The flames of Gaza will not stop there, they will find us all if we don’t stop them…None of us are spared in the eye of the empire,” Fatima Mousa...

Outraged LA residents call for 'immediate recall' of Mayor Karen Bass over wildfires -- as petition hits over 86K signatures

Bass slashed $17.6 million from the Los Angeles Fire Department’s budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year -- which critics blasted as "a bad call."

Foreign leaders desperately jockeying for invite to Trump's inauguration: 'They’re all going crazy'

A parade of foreign leaders are furiously angling to try and receive a coveted invite to President-elect Trump's inauguration later this month.

'Greedy' Uber using congestion pricing tolls to slash driver wages -- on top of adding $1.50 surcharge for customers

Uber is slashing driver wages on trips between New Jersey and the Big Apple at the same time it’s passing off a new $1.50 surcharge on these same jobs to...

LA wildfires threaten 2028 Olympics as flames inch closer to key venues -- including historic 100-year-old golf club, UCLA campus

The 100-year-old Riviera Golf Club, where the world's best golfers will compete for gold, is only five miles from the Palisades fire and within a designated evacuation zone.

Take the home teams during Saturday's NFL playoff action

The Post’s Erich Richter makes his picks and predictions for the NFL's?Wild Card Round.

NYC congestion pricing turns upper Manhattan nabes into parking 'war zone' -- as drivers take up spots to avoid toll

Across Washington Heights, locals bemoaned that their already-scarce curbside parking spaces have further vanished in recent days, with many now burning hours trying to track down a precious spot.

The return of Demi Moore is proof that women over 50 can still triumph

Demi Moore's success confirms the endurance of talent and patience.

'Wheel of Fortune' contestant 'still in shock' after surprise engagement on game show

Rhea Mathew was stunned to see her boyfriend walk on set after she solved a puzzle.

South Carolina's SEC dominance facing enormous stress test

Dawn Staley’s squad is scheduled to play five ranked opponents in 15 days, starting Sunday against No. 5 Texas.?

Lara Trump reveals why women should trust Donald Trump — and who she thinks US' first female president will be

"I’m excited to share something that will be very forward facing and allow me to amplify the accomplishments of the incoming Trump administration in the next couple of weeks," Lara...