October 14, 2021
Cops looking for woman who set fire outside Brooklyn yeshiva
A woman poured gasoline on a Brooklyn yeshiva and sparked a fire, according to new video and police.
Rangers goalie on allowing OT goal: 'I need to stop that shot'
The Rangers forced overtime against the Stars on Thursday night at Madison Square Garden but fell short when Dallas' Miro Heiskanen buried the game-winner.
Buccaneers keep rolling but lose key cornerback
Tom Brady threw two touchdown passes, Leonard Fournette ran for two scores and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Philadelphia Eagles 28-22 on Thursday night. But the Buccaneers lost Richard...
British cop fired after underpaying for dessert snack
West Yorkshire Constable Chris Dwyer paid the equivalent of less than a quarter for two packages of Jaffa Cakes that were selling for more than a dollar, the BBC said.
Prisoner attempts suicide by hanging at Manhattan court
A suspect accused of assaulting a police officer was on life support Thursday night after attempting to kill himself in a holding cell at Manhattan Criminal Court, sources said.
FTC will crack down on fake online reviews, puts businesses on notice
The Federal Trade Commission announced it has put more than 700 major businesses on formal notice for the malpractice, threatening them with thousands of dollars in fines
A nightmarish opener for Islanders
Andrei Svechnikov had two goals and an assist to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Islanders 6-3 on Thursday night in the season opener for both teams.
Kyrie Irving-less Nets close preseason with a victory
The Nets closed out the preseason with a 107-101 victory over Minnesota before a crowd of 11,210 at Barclays Center on Thursday night.
Federal appeals court keeps Texas fetal heartbeat law in place again
A divided federal appeals court rejected the Biden administration's attempt to stop Texas from enforcing the state's law prohibiting abortions once a fetal heartbeat is detected.
Chicago police union boss tells cops to defy COVID-19 vaccine mandate
John Catanzara said he would take Mayor Lori Lightfoot's administration to court if it enforced a directive ordering city workers to report their COVID-19 vaccination status by Friday.
Rangers' rally not enough in second straight loss
A goal from the Stars’ Miro Heiskanen at 1:38 of the extra period handed the Rangers a 3-2 loss to the Stars Thursday night at Madison Square Garden and an...
Texas school teachers told to counter Holocaust books with 'opposing' views
An official with the Carroll School District is heard advising educators about what books they should have on their shelves after a teacher was reprimanded for an “anti-racism” book.
This is the Yankees' worst nightmare
After all, could anything be more offensive, more nightmarish, to the Yankees and their fans than an Astros-Red Sox AL Championship Series?
'Lehman Trilogy' review: Broadway turns a big bank into big drama
“The Lehman Trilogy,” a slick British import about the spectacular rise and fall of the Lehman brothers that opened Thursday night, is an exciting and invigorating piece of theater, even...
White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain has been 'elite' mouthpiece
If there’s one person who knows about “high-class problems,” it’s Ron Klain. The White House chief of staff has been a fixture among the political elite for nearly four decades.
Mayoral hopeful Eric Adams talks tough against NYC shoplifting spike
Democratic mayoral candidate Eric Adams declared his administration “won’t be sitting back” amid a spike in shoplifting that has emboldened thieves stripping some store shelves bare.
The full statement Tessa Majors’ parents read to the court
Read the statement from Barnard student Tessa Majors' parents read in court by Manhattan ADA Matthew Bogdanos. Luciano Lewis was sentenced to nine years to life in prison.
COVID cases among children soared in September as kids returned to school
September was the country’s worst month for new COVID-19 cases and deaths among children as kids returned to the classroom, federal data shows. The worrying trend comes as government officials...
Steve Nash is done talking about Kyrie Irving
Nets coach Steve Nash said he "didn't listen" to Kyrie Irving's Instagram Live on Wednesday in which the star explained why he wasn't vaccinated.
Former President Bill Clinton admitted to hospital
Former President Bill Clinton was hospitalized in California this week after a urinary tract infection spread to his bloodstream, according to his doctors.
Texas man gets 23 years for using Grindr app to target gay men for hate crimes
A Texas man who used the popular dating app Grindr to target gay men for violent hate crimes was sentenced to 23 years in federal prison on Wednesday, the US...
Bipartisan reps denied access to Afghan refugees, facilities in Qatar
Rep. Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) said he and a group of bipartisan lawmakers were denied access to refugees and holding facilities in Doha, Qatar.
Biden's Supreme Court commission cautions against increasing number of justices
President Biden's commission examining potential changes to the Supreme Court released preliminary documents warning about increasing the number of justices.
Injury frustrations beginning to wear on Saquon Barkley
Saquon Barkley almost certainly will not play Sunday against the Rams and could be on the shelf for more than one game.
The week in whoppers: Nancy's attack on the media, the NYT's hit on Kyrsten Sinema and more
The Post's editorial board tackles the latest at the intersection of politics and media, including issues at the Washington Post, the New York Times and a Hunter Biden story in...
Giants running back 'wouldn't be here right now' without Jon Gruden
Giants running back Devontae Booker said he enjoyed playing for Jon Gruden in his one season with the Raiders.
Roger Goodell is not interested in the truth
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell likes to throw around the word 'abhorrent', but his protection of Daniel Snyder truly is abhorrent.
Zuckerberg's election spending was 'carefully orchestrated' to influence 2020 vote: ex-FEC member
A former federal election official called the $400 million-plus that Mark Zuckerberg spent a “carefully orchestrated attempt” to influence the 2020 vote.
'Boomerang employees' who quit jobs during pandemic may soon beg for them back
"We're going to see lots of [these] employees, who a year from now miss their jobs and decide their novel isn't going as well as expected," an expert claimed.
Iowa teen accused of killing parents to 'take charge of his life'
An Iowa teenager was arrested for allegedly stabbing his parents to death inside their home early Thursday morning, a report said.
Biden signs debt limit hike, but December standoff looms
President Biden signed legislation Thursday raising the federal government's debt limit by $480 billion, putting off another congressional clash over avoiding default until early December. The House passed the increase in the...
New guard 'changes a lot' for Seton Hall
There was no hesitation from Seton Hall head coach Kevin Willard when Kadary Richmond entered the transfer portal and there is none now.
Knicks coach won't stop complimenting this veteran
Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau can't say enough good things about veteran Taj Gibson.
14-year-old in custody for allegedly shooting LAPD officer driving to work
A 14-year-old old boy has been detained for allegedly shooting a Los Angeles Police Officer who was driving to work on Friday morning, according to officials.
It's time for Giants' defensive star to play like one
No one is, or should be, asking Leonard Williams to be Lawrence Taylor or Michael Strahan.
Welcome back to '70s-style stagflation misery, thanks to Uncle Joe
Make no mistake, the inflation genie is already out of the bottle. But if Congress adds fuel to the fire with trillions in more spending, then the ’70s will be a...
Where it all went wrong for Rangers in Game 1 loss
Everything went wrong for the Rangers in their Game 1 loss.
Execs peeved at Goldman CEO for moving to floors with 'rank-and-file' workers
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon's long-delayed initiative to move senior executives at the firm's headquarters closer to the rank-and-file has finally come to fruition -- and it's rankling higher-ups and...
Loco-motive: New Wes Anderson-designed luxury train car debuts in UK
Symmetry-obsessed director Wes Anderson has teamed up with luxury hotelier Belmond to design a special carriage on a restored 1950s British Pullman train.
The irrational COVID regime is driving many Americans to a healthy noncompliance
If regular democracy isn’t doing so well, maybe it’s time to fall back on “Irish Democracy.”
NFL's response to Jon Gruden scandal is laughable
Those emails, puffed the NFL, are “wholly contrary to the NFL’s values.”
Big Tech censorship on climate change only hurts the nation
The language around climate change is one more area the left wants to control, especially given that trillions of dollars in spending are on the line.
Team Biden finally acknowledges it needs a Plan B for Iran
President Joe Biden's top people are finally starting to face reality on one front, as they admit Iran is unlikely to return to the nuclear agreement, despite their months of...
'Fringe' de Blasio can't even get added to political poll for governor
Mayor Bill de Blasio isn’t a serious enough candidate to land a spot on the Marist Institute for Public Opinion’s 2022 gubernatorial primary poll, Marist’s head pollster told The Post.
Prince William's foolish diss of the Shatner space shot
“We need some of the world’s greatest brains and minds fixed on trying to repair this planet, not trying to find the next place to go and live,” said the...
NFL leaving WFT cheerleaders in the dark
Former Washington Football Team cheerleaders are still waiting for answers about the NFL's investigation into the team's workplace culture.
Suspected Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz to plead guilty on all counts: report
Nikolas Cruz will plead guilty on all counts connected to the 2018 Parkland school shooting massacre in Florida that left 17 people dead and 17 others injured.
Adele drops soaring 'Easy on Me' comeback single after 6 long years
The hardest part of being an Adele fan is how long she makes you wait for new music. But, finally, the pop superstar is making it easy on us.
Season 3 of Netflix's hit 'You' brings murderous couple to suburbia
The pitch-black comedy/ thriller stalker hit “You” is back with a bang, following murderous couple Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) and Love Quinn (Victoria Pedretti) as they settle down in suburbia...
'I didn't do anything': 'Bridgegate' scandal's Kelly on defensive in NJ race
Bridget Anne Kelly was ripped in a recent debate by her Democratic Bergen County clerk race opponent for the politically motivated lane closures.
Gifted and Talented program backers rally at DOE headquarters
More than 200 supporters of the city's Gifted and Talented program gathered at Department of Education headquarters, marking the second rally to preserve the advanced learning format this week.
Astros star could be Yankees target after excelling post-scandal
At first blush, impending free agent Carlos Correa appears a poor fit for the Yankees, despite their need for a shortstop in 2022.
This mobile home in Nashville really sold for an astounding $1.5M
Nashville's hot real estate market has made it one of the top cities for competitive housing prices. But one particular residence may have some people scratching their heads.
After Post reveals plan to evict Thomas Jefferson from City Hall, hearing is set
Mayoral appointees had planned to banish a statue of Thomas Jefferson from City Hall, where it has stood for nearly 200 years, The Post reported.
Massive Jersey City art installation appears to tell NYC to quiet down
A new art installation on Jersey City’s waterfront seems to be shushing New Yorkers — but the sculptor who designed the colossus said he didn't mean to be rude.
New York Times newsroom rocked by a new public rift — over Spelling Bee game
Wordplay might not be all fun and games for this outlet. The New York Times has been pushed to the brink of crisis several times of late as internal strife...
Knicks star's return may have to wait
Mitchell Robinson worked through another practice and scrimmage with the Knicks on Thursday, but head coach Tom Thibodeau wasn’t ready to declare whether he would be available for the preseason...
Injured Zion Williamson not ready to start season
It's unclear when Pelicans forward Zion Williamson will return to play after undergoing offseason surgery for a right foot fracture.
Nokia to release new version of its classic 6310 'brick phone'
Pick up the phone — nostalgia is calling! The 6310 came out back in March 2001, and users adored its sturdy design and long-lasting battery — both of which are...
Accused 13-year-old Bronx gunman 'good kid in a bad environment:' neighbors
The 13-year-old Bronx boy charged with shooting another teen was a "super pleasant" kid stuck in a gang-infested neighborhood, shocked neighbors said Thursday.
Robert Durst sentenced to life in prison without parole for murder of friend Susan Berman
Robert Durst was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Thursday for the murder of his longtime pal Susan Berman.
Hugh Hefner's ex claims Playboy mansion is haunted: 'I saw a woman'
This bunny’s got a tale — and the spooky story centers around the late Hugh Hefner’s Playboy mansion. Former Playboy bunny and “Girls Next Door” reality star Bridget Marquardt claims...
After 'Last Duel,' ban Matt Damon and Ben Affleck from writing movies
Take away all writing utensils from Damon and Affleck’s homes. Leave no laptop, typewriter, pen, pencil, quill or telegraph behind. Batman and Jason Bourne must be stopped.
Watchdog probes ‘ethical conflicts’ tied to AG Garland, son-in-law’s company
A conservative government watchdog is looking into whether there are “ethical conflicts” stemming from AG Merrick Garland’s family financial interests
More suicides at NYC jails this year than past five combined: report
The number of prisoners who killed themselves while in the custody of the DOC in 2021 is more than the past five years combined, according to data.
Nailed it: Times Square's first fountain features 400,000 acrylic fingernails
“The decorated acrylics surrounding this fountain honor the beautiful perseverance of survivors who’ve overcome all different types of trials and trauma," Pamela Council told The Post.
Biden hosts Kenyan leader who is also facing family corruption claims
President Biden on warmly welcomed Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta, whose family — like Biden's own — is accused of shady overseas business ventures.
'WitchTok' stars scare up tarot readings, spells on TikTok in time for Halloween
Content creators sharing all sorts of sorcery have become breakout stars on the video-sharing app — and they're quickly gaining popularity as Halloween approaches.
Adorable dog whose owner was murdered in the Bronx needs a home
Linus lost his owner Rider Ferreras, 35, when he was stabbed to death in October 2020, according to Rob Becerra, who runs the animal rescue group Ruthless Pawz.
Sinema won't back Biden spending bill without $1.2T infrastructure passage
Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin told House lawmakers that they would not cave in the face of any artificial deadlines the Senate leadership may impose to force a vote on...
Biden sending 13 officials to Glasgow climate summit as US beset by crises
President Biden is sending 13 senior administration officials and cabinet members to next month’s UN climate summit in Glasgow, Scotland.
#EmptyShelvesJoe trending on Twitter amid Biden's supply chain crisis
The hashtag #EmptyShelvesJoe shot to the top of the trending topics on Twitter Thursday amid the supply chain crisis threatening the nation's economy and holiday shopping.
Tom Morello reunites with Bruce Springsteen, Eddie Vedder on new album
“I was like, ‘I want to try to capture some of that incredible lightning felt on that stage,’ and so I called up Bruce and Eddie,” Morello told The Post.
Judge rules NY dad can't see his daughter over his vax status
A Manhattan matrimonial judge has suspended a Long Island father’s visitation with his 3-year-old daughter unless he gets vaccinated or submits to weekly COVID-19 tests.
Trailer trashed: Renters wreck mobile home after moving out
“These people are so f—king nasty!” Tenants left behind a huge mess — trash, food, bugs, and more filth — after vacating a mobile home that they lived in for...
Trust Giants ace in this spot
Logan Webb will lead the Giants past the Dodgers in Game 5 of the NLDS on Thursday night.
'Dusty relics': Laundrie lawyer slams John Walsh, Dog the Bounty Hunter
The lawyer for the family of Brian Laundrie slammed celebrity sleuths John Walsh and Dog the Bounty Hunter as "dusty relics" and publicity hounds for speaking out about Laundrie.
Reporter stuns viewers on air as he skateboards through live segment
Victor Williams was reporting on a new skate park that was about to have its grand opening outside of Detroit.
Colorado fugitive sought in wife's murder nabbed at Long Island hotel
William Cruz had been wanted in the death of his wife and was located at the Sag Harbor Inn on Long Island. Now, Cruz is now being held by Southhampton...
Jenn Sterger shades 'bully' Adam Schefter after email controversy
Former Jets host Jennifer Sterger joined the growing chorus criticizing ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter on Thursday.
Teen sentenced to 9 years to life for murder of Tessa Majors as her dad breaks down in court
The shattered father of Barnard student Tessa Majors described the family’s “immeasurable pain” on Thursday — as a judge sentenced Luchiano Lewis.
Seniors don pasties in 'Good Timing with Jo Firestone' stand-up special
Comedian Jo Firestone coaches wild seniors in the art of telling jokes in front of strangers onstage.
Alan Ruck on his 'lucky streak' — and how he almost missed out on 'Succession'
Of his most iconic role, as Cameron Frye in "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," Ruck told The Post: "We thought it was a piece of s--t."
Washington Football Team is making a mess of murdered player's jersey retirement
The Washington Football Team announced they will retire late safety Sean Taylor's No. 21 jersey Sunday.
Why Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's bromance is so captivating 24 years later
In an industry rife with narcissists and divas, Damon and Affleck's careers ascended at the same speed, and they've always had each other's backs.
Take the road team in this Game 5 battle of elites
The defending champion Dodgers will beat the Giants in Game 5, Stitches predicts.
Ted Cruz wishes AOC ‘Happy Birthday’ despite frequent spats, disagreements
Sen. Ted Cruz wished his fellow member of Congress, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez a “Happy Birthday” on Wednesday, just weeks after the dueling duo issued their latest attacks at one another.
Rolling Stones retire ‘Brown Sugar’
The Rolling Stones retired one of their most popular rock songs 'Brown Sugar" due to lyrics that depict the horrors of slavery.
'Halloween Kills' review: A blood-soaked, gory yet predictable sequel
“Halloween Kills” knows what you’re here for. It’s right there in the title! On that score, the new movie does not disappoint.
Bill Cosby accuser says he drugged, raped her in Atlantic City hotel: lawsuit
One of Bill Cosby’s most vocal accusers has now filed a lawsuit, alleging he drugged and raped her at one of Donald Trump’s Atlantic City hotels back in 1990.
Kesha, who once had 'sexy time' with a ghost, crosses over as paranormal hunter
Manifesting on Discovery+ next year, "Conjuring Kesha" follows as the pop star and famous friends hunt for ghosts at "mind-blowing," haunted sites.
Nike exec linked to Michael Jordan admits to killing teen in 1965
The 72-year-old exec now serving as Jordan Brand's chairman told SI of the 1965 slaying in his corner suite on Nike’s campus in Beaverton, Oregon.
SEC votes to revive 2015 executive compensation clawback rule
The Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday voted to revive a rule, left unfinished since 2015, that would expand the regulator's powers to clawback executives' compensation when a company had...
Biden says private-sector COVID-19 vaccine mandate will take effect 'soon'
Biden last month announced that most federal workers would need to get vaccinated and that companies with 100 or more employees would have to require the shots or regular testing.
Navy will keep this one close
Navy, a 10.5-point underdog, will cover against Memphis in Thursday night's college football game.
Mac Miller fans freak out ahead of re-release of 'Faces' mixtape
Fans can't stop swimming in Mac Miller posthumous releases. Since the rapper died, in 2018, his label released "Circles" in 2020, followed by a few singles he featured on, like...
MLB team shockingly fires manager after late-season playoff run
The St. Louis Cardinals have parted ways with manager Mike Shildt, the team announced on Thursday.
Shop Abercrombie's 15 new arrivals this month: Jackets, dresses, more
There's no doubt about it — Abercrombie is a real winner in the fashion arena. Somehow, the retailer scores big with lovers of traditional staples and sometimes, even bigger with...
Here's what midwives really think when you do anything ‘gross’ during labor
Nervous at the thought you might accidentally poo while in the throes of giving birth? Don't be. One midwife has taken it upon herself to reassure mums that there is...
Accused attorney was always person of interest in wife, son’s double murder: lawyer
Alex Murdaugh's lawyer admitted for the first time this week that the disgraced South Carolina legal scion has always been a person of interest in the double slaying of his...
Joe Rogan takes on Sanjay Gupta over CNN 'lying' about COVID treatment
CNN's chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta acknowledged that the network shouldn't have called a controversial drug being used as a COVID-19 treatment as a "horse dewormer."
Sonia Sotomayor reveals why Supreme Court oral argument format changed
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor revealed the recent format changes to oral arguments implemented this fall were in part brought about after studies revealed female justices were interrupted more.
Woman burns her wedding dress in wild, post-divorce photo shoot
Chrissy Blake, a nutritionist from Massachusetts, poured alcohol on her $1,400 gown and set it ablaze to officially celebrate her split.
This NJ post office is a 'black hole' for lost packages nationwide
The US Postal Service’s giant distribution warehouse in Teterboro, NJ, has become a "black hole" for delayed and lost packages -- and it's slamming customers nationwide, The Post has learned....
NFL star, fiancee share touching sideline moment
On Wednesday, Brittany Matthews, fiancee of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, shared a sweet set of photos.
Slain student Miya Marcano remembered at funeral for 'magnetic energy'
Hundreds of mourners packed a Florida church Thursday to pay their last respects to slain college student Miya Marcano, remembering her as a "vibrant butterfly."
Wake up and smell the 'sustainable' coffee produced in Finnish lab
The VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland may have come up with a more sustainable alternative to growing coffee beans by floating cell cultures in bio-reactors filled with a nutrient...
Vladimir Putin says crypto 'has value’ but can't be used in oil trade
Putin also noted that the huge amount of energy used to process crypto transactions and the mining of some cryptocurrencies makes adoption of the industry less attractive.
Jeffrey Epstein raped Russian woman months before his arrest: suit
Jeffrey Epstein paid for flights for the woman to travel from Moscow to Paris and from Europe to the US, the suit claims.
Elon Musk says he's in talks with airlines to install Starlink
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk said in a tweet on Thursday he was in talks with airlines about installing Starlink, a satellite-based broadband service owned by his rocket company SpaceX. Musk, who is known...
Ex-UFC champ injured AEW president during recent show: 'Asking for it'
Tony Khan’s first physical altercation in All Elite Wrestling left him with a real injury at the hands of a former UFC heavyweight champion.
These are the five personality types plagued by ‘imposter syndrome’
Everyone will feel like an imposter at some point in their lives. But for some people they are plagued with the worry all the time, and fret about being "found...
George Stephanopoulos launches his own production company inside ABC News
"Good Morning America" anchor George Stephanopoulos announced on his show Thursday that he has set up a production company inside ABC News. The new outfit, called George Stephanopoulos Productions, will...
Lil' Kim hits back at 'creepy' 50 Cent comparing her to a ‘leprechaun’
The 47-year-old rapper is calling out her “Magic Stick” collaborator for poking fun at her appearance to an obsessive degree.
Marchand and Ourand: Jimmy Pitaro talks ESPN's future
For their second episode, SBJ’s John Ourand and The Post’s Andrew Marchand welcome ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro to talk about direct-to-consumer products and more.
Domino's delivers first drop in US sales in more than a decade
Domino's Pizza posted its first drop in U.S. same-store sales in over a decade on Thursday, as the world's biggest pizza chain grappled with a slowdown in delivery demand and a...
Halle Berry undergoes dramatic make-under in new 'Bruised' trailer
The 55-year-old actress — who is known for her glamorous red-carpet appearances — plays a down-and-out MMA fighter in the upcoming Netflix film, her directorial debut.
Watch NYPD cop's arrest after she allegedly shot ex, new lover
A new video shows an off-duty NYPD cop getting patted down and cuffed after allegedly shooting her ex-girlfriend and new lover in Brooklyn.
Millennials have stopped signing 12-month leases amid WFH limbo
New York is a fast town — so why is your lease so long? A slew of Silicon Valley-backed startups are asking just that as they seek to simplify the...
Daniel Jones inching closer to Giants return
Daniel Jones is one step away from returning to the Giants. The Giants now are walking a fine line between using Jones as a runner – a big-play generator for...
WHO honors Henrietta Lacks, woman whose cells served science
The recognition from WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus came more than a decade after the publication of “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks,” Rebecca Skloot’s book about the discrimination in...
In Taiwan tea country, a scramble to adapt to extreme weather
Taiwan's tea output does not come close to matching China or India's, but what it lacks in quantity it makes up for in quality, especially the high mountain premium Oolong variety that...
Image of grouper orgy takes top wildlife photography prize
The climax of the Natural History Museum of London's Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards saw a picture of group-grouper sex take top honors.
Bannon 'not required to respond' to subpoena in Jan. 6 probe, lawyer says
Steve Bannon is "not required to respond" to a subpoena from the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the US Capitol, his lawyer claimed.
'I’m 33 and have never had an orgasm — what’s wrong with me?'
Clinical psychologist Jo Lamble of Body + Soul answers your questions. "I'm 33 years old and I've never had an orgasm. I've tried through intercourse and masturbation, but I can't seem...
Farrakhan-loving politician who said Jews control weather running for DC mayor
City Councilman Trayon White is running for mayor of the nation's capital despite facing accusations of anti-Semitism for praising Louis Farrakhan.
MTA not checking worker COVID-19 tests despite paltry vaccination rate
The MTA hasn't figured out a way to make sure its thousands of unvaccinated employees are getting mandatory weekly COVID-19 tests, officials said Thursday.
Entire tiny town for sale for $725K to live out 'Schitt's Creek' dreams
You could live out your "Schitt's Creek" fantasies in this small town for sale — for less than the cost of an NYC apartment.
California prison worker vaccine mandate is put on hold by judge
The public health mandate due to take effect Friday will still apply to other employees who work in prisons that have health care facilities.
Dow surges 500 points on strong earnings, better jobs numbers
Wall Street's main indexes rallied on Thursday, boosted by technology stocks and strong quarterly results from Bank of America and Walgreens.
A real-life ‘Squid Game’ is set to begin this month in South Korea
A mercifully murder-free competition inspired by Netflix's "Squid Game" is coming to a town in Korea — so long as pandemic restrictions will allow it.
Startling video shows smuggler haul girl over 30-foot US border wall, then return to Mexico
Shocking video shows a 7-year-old girl from El Salvador being hauled over the US-Mexico border wall by a smuggler who abandoned her before hopping back over the fence.
Watchmen: The best celebrity timepieces worn on 2021 red carpets
From the latest editions to the finest finishes, these boldface guys clock superlative style. Panerai Luminor Marina watch, $8,100, at London Jewelers. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson (above) flexes his style...
Rachael Ray felt 'guilty and grateful' after her New York house burned down
The 53-year-old’s apartment was wiped out by Hurricane Ida last month while her Lake Luzerne abode was burned down in chimney fire in August 2020.
Train passengers given live yoga classes to help ease stress of travel, pandemic
The initiative was trialed after a study also commissioned by Heathrow Express found more than half of public transport users find travel stressful following the COVID-19 pandemic.
David Bowie's yearlong 75th birthday bash includes NYC, London pop-ups
The “experiential” shops promise visitors a “career-spanning deep dive into the sound and vision of David Bowie,” according to the late artist's website.
Yankees let go of two top coaches in major staff shakeup
Thames has been on the Yankees staff since 2016 and has been the hitting coach since 2018. Nevin was criticized for sending Aaron Judge on a crucial play at home...
'I shot them both — the gun's inside': Grim new details emerge in NYPD cop's tragic love triangle
The off-duty NYPD officer who allegedly shot her ex-girlfriend and killed the woman’s new lover may have snapped because she was clinging to hope that they'd get back together, a...
WH chief of staff slammed over post calling supply chain crisis 'high class problems'
White House chief of staff Ronald Klain is facing criticism that he's got a let-them-eat-cake attitude toward everyday Americans for retweeting a post that described a nationwide supply-chain crunch and...
McDonald's rolling out McPlant meatless burger at select US restaurants
If the trial is successful and McDonald's rolls out the McPlant burger more broadly, it could be a boon to Beyond Meat and help it dominate the plant-based meat industry.
Cher sues Sonny Bono's widow for breach of contract
Singer alleges Mary Bono has breached the 1978 marital agreement she had with her ex-husband, who made up the second half of Sonny & Cher.
NFL's first openly gay drafted player breaks silence on Jon Gruden email scandal
Michael Sam -- the first openly gay player drafted by an NFL team -- broke his silence on the homophobic and racist emails sent by former Raiders head coach Jon...
Eight LIRR conductors caught pocketing tickets: investigators
Eight more Long Island Rail Road conductors were caught pocketing train tickets after an MTA Inspector General probe led to the arrest of one of their colleagues, officials said Thursday.
New research suggests signs of dementia can be detected in blood
In a new study published Monday in the scientific journal "EMBO Molecular Medicine," scientists said that certain levels of microRNAs could be harbingers of the condition.
Americans should expect rise in heating costs this winter, feds say
Americans can expect to pay as much as 54 percent more for heating this winter than they did last year according to the US Energy Information Administration.
An Afghan women’s team was left behind -- and now they fear for their lives
While many Afghan women's and girl's sports teams fled the country in the weeks following the Taliban's August 15 takeover, a team of handball players has been left behind.
Morgan Stanley CEO: 'I don't think crypto's a fad'
James Gorman spoke on an earnings call after the bank reported its best-ever third quarter on the back of a sharp rise in deal-making.
Marine pleads guilty at court-martial for video attacking US Afghan exit
Marine Lt. Col. Stuart Scheller pleaded guilty at his court-martial to numerous charges stemming from the viral video he posted attacking the US’ deadly and botched withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Radio host throws Baker Mayfield's wife into feud with quarterback
Colin Cowherd poked holes in Emily Mayfield's defense of husband Baker's quarterback woes in Cleveland.
Shredded Banksy artwork sells for $25.4 million — nearly 20 times its pre-shredded price
The notorious Banksy painting that famously shredded itself after it had been sold at an auction three years ago was resold on Thursday for a whopping $25.4 million dollars, over...
Coldplay's eco-friendly tour will be partly powered by fans' dancing
Coldplay is taking on the world — and they're doing it in a tree-mendous way. Their “Music of the Spheres” tour will feature a dance floor that generates electricity from...
Doggone miracle! Pooch rescued from Upstate park after 5 days without food, water
The 12-year-old dog named Liza had been hiking with a woman when the small, furry pooch fell out of sight into a passage on October 7, 2021.
Bitcoin surges 5 percent as optimism grows for SEC approval of ETF
Bitcoin is surging amid hope that the Securities and Exchange Commission is close to approving an exchange-traded fund that incorporates the digital coin.
14-year-old boy shot on bus in NYC, cops say
A bullet grazed the teenager’s head as he was boarding the M1 bus on the corner of West 139th Street and Lenox Avenue just before 10 a.m., according to cops.
Norway bow-and-arrow terror suspect ID'd as Muslim convert
The Danish man who allegedly killed five people in a bow-and-arrow attack in Norway has reportedly been identified as Muslim convert Espen Andersen Bråthen.
Robert Durst to be sentenced today for murder of best friend Susan Berman
The 78-year-old New York real estate heir is facing a life sentence without parole when his hearing gets underway in Los Angeles Superior Court.
NYC home in world's tallest building sells at massive discount for $40.8M
A mystery buyer has plunked down $40.83 million for a five-bedroom, full-floor spread at Central Park Tower on 57th Street.
Footage shows Kim Jong Un enjoying bizarre display of force by shirtless soldiers
State TV footage has gone viral of soldiers performing an exhibition intended to show the Hermit Kingdom’s enemies that “iron fists” are part of the arsenal.
What is the kink test on TikTok and how do you take it?
TikTok has found yet another wacky "challenge," but this time, it's a personality test to determine your levels of "kink."
GOP demands Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg act amid supply chain crisis
Republicans in the House and Senate are demanding Pete Buttigieg take action as the massive supply-chain breakdown across the country threatens consumer and holiday deliveries.
Tuberculosis deaths rise for 1st time in years, due to COVID
The U.N. health agency said 1.5 million people worldwide died of the bacterial disease last year, a slight rise from the 1.4 million deaths in 2019.
Odell Beckham could be on his way out of Cleveland
Odell Beckham Jr.'s tumultuous tenure with the Browns may be coming to an end.
Giants coach eviscerates 'completely unacceptable' defense
After the Giants allowed 515 yards – the single-game high since 2015 – and seven scoring drives against the Cowboys in a 44-20 loss, the defensive coordinator tore into his...
Alex Murdaugh arrested on felony charges after leaving drug rehab in Florida
The 53-year-old lawyer was taken into custody on two felony counts of obtaining property by false pretenses tied to the 2018 mysterious death of Gloria Satterfield.
Robin Williams' daughter begs to stop 'spamming' her with impersonator videos
"Spamming me an impression of my late Dad on one of his saddest days is weird," Zelda said of comedian Jamie Costa, who posted a skit where he impersonated Williams...
Six dead, dozens injured as Beirut protest erupts into heavy gunfights
The violence continued to escalate into the afternoon, with Lebanon's Interior Minister Bassam Mawlawi saying snipers in buildings were shooting people in the head.
Bed Bath & Beyond's 50th Anniversary Sale boasts up to 50% off home needs
Happy birthday Bed Bath & Beyond! The home retailer is celebrating the big 5-0 and instead of us bringing them a gift this year, they are giving their shoppers four...
Clock all the celebrity guys wearing Cartier watches on red carpets
Celebrity men show off Cartier watches on the red carpet.
Inside late tenor Sergio Franchi's eccentric $12.6M compound
A magical 240-acre compound — owned by Eva Franchi, the widow of world-renowned tenor Sergio Franchi — is on the market for $12.6 million.
Democratic voices for increased spending dominate network evening news: report
The report comes as Congress looks to pass two key pieces of legislation, a bipartisan infrastructure bill and a massive $3.5 trillion "human infrastructure" package.
Microsoft kills LinkedIn China after platform censored posts at government's request
LinkedIn China will be replaced with a standalone product called “InJobs” that’s separate from LinkedIn, the company said Thursday.
China set to send 3 astronauts on longest crewed mission yet
It will be China’s longest crewed space mission and set a record for the most time spent in space by Chinese astronauts.
WFT cheerleaders are 'traumatized' reliving topless photo nightmare
Former cheerleaders of the WFT were part of the investigation findings by the NFL into the team's workplace culture, which reportedly included emails containing inappropriate photos of cheerleaders that were...
William Shatner 'stiff and sore' after becoming the oldest space trekker at 90
William Shatner said that that before Wednesday's Blue Origin flight he kidded himself that he was like a younger man, saying, "I'm not 90, I ride horses."
Biden sets date to meet Pope Francis in Rome
Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will "visit Vatican City and have an audience with His Holiness Pope Francis on October 29," White House said in a statement.
Guard charged with raping inmate at scandal-plagued NJ women's prison
Tyrell Harris-McLaughlin, a corrections officer at Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women, was arrested Wednesday on charges of sexual assault and official misconduct.
Andrew Thomas talks Giants, Jay-Z conversation and more on Giants podcast
The Giants are off to a 1-4 start and can't catch a break. They enter Sunday with their franchise running back Saquon Barkley and top receiver Kenny Golladay out. There's...
Suicides among Japanese children at record high during pandemic
Child suicides in Japan are the highest they have been in more than four decades, local media have reported, citing the country's education ministry.
Bipartisan Senate bill seeks to ban Big Tech from rigging search results
Tech giants like Amazon and Google would be banned from rigging search results to favor their own products under new legislation that a bipartisan group of US senators revealed on...
Judge bars United from putting unvaccinated workers on leave
US District Judge Mark Pittman in Fort Worth also temporarily restrained United from denying any late requests for religious or medical accommodations.
Biden admin to exempt Afghans part of 1996-2001 Taliban regime from terrorism bans: report
A planning document reviewed by Fox News revealed that the DHS is set to allow Afghan civil servants who worked under the previous Taliban rule to enter the country.
This one-of-a-kind McDonald's has a ‘McBoat’ float-thru window
McDonald’s has over 36,000 restaurants across the globe, but only one of them has a float-thru option.
Prehistoric-looking alligator gar is caught in Kansas for first time
A massive alligator gar has been caught in Kansas for first time in state history — and puzzled biologists are now probing how it got there in the first place,...
Queen Elizabeth's wax figure unveiled, but her corgi stole the spotlight
Her Majesty is known for her love of corgis and so a model figure of one was made to accompany her in the House of Wax — and the faux...
Teacher allegedly threatened to shoot school officials after janitors removed plastic COVID barrier
An educator at Sinking Springs Elementary School in York has been charged with one misdemeanor count of terroristic threats.
Why everyone from Netflix to Pepsi is tweeting red flag emojis
If you're asking: Is this a red flag? Twitter's got you covered. This week, the social media platform's feed exploded with red flag emojis in a now-viral internet meme. Users...
Daily Horoscope 10.14.21
Here is your daily horoscope for 10.14.21
Loft owned by Andy Warhol screen printer Alexander Heinrici asks $30M
Built in 1929, the four-story structure at 430 Washington St. was originally a pickle factory. By 1980, Alexander Heinrici — Andy Warhol's favorite screen printer — bought the building and...
LeBron James' company SpringHill valued at $725M in new deal
SpringHill, the entertainment company co-founded by NBA star LeBron James, is selling a minority stake to a group of high-profile investors in a deal that values the business at $725M.
Poet James Fenton's townhouse is Harlem's priciest listing
Located in the Mount Morris Park Historic District, the 25-foot-wide spread recently listed for sale, asking $8.5 million — the highest ask for a townhouse in Harlem.
Longtime columnist leaving NYT, weighs Oregon governor run
Longtime New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof is leaving the paper as he weighs a run for governor of Oregon, staffers were told Thursday.
This quarterback's Heisman Trophy candidacy crashed in a hurry
Less than two months ago, Spencer Rattler was the Heisman favorite. That is no longer the case.
Morgan Stanley profits surge as dealmaking pushes revenue higher
Morgan Stanley said robust dealmaking and wealth management revenues pushed quarterly profits 36 percent higher from a year earlier, beating analysts’ expectations. The Wall Street behemoth on Thursday reported a...
The Rockettes are back! Rehearsals begin for 2021 Christmas Spectacular
The Radio City Rockettes are back in rehearsals for the 2021 Christmas Spectacular at St. Paul The Apostle Church in NYC.
Parents sue Disney Cruise Line for $20M, claim daughter was sexually assaulted at ship's daycare
A Vermont couple is suing Disney Cruise Line for $20 million, alleging workers at a ship’s daycare center failed to stop the sexual assault of their 3-year-old daughter.
Enhance any room with 20% savings on this Amazon Alexa compatible smart light
Looking to invest in some color-changing smart lights? This Amazon Alexa-compatible one is more than 20% off.
Save over 50% on this smart scale that tracks 13 different health metrics
Using Amazon Choice's Bluetooth Digital Body Analyzer, the Formfit+ Scale is one to steal for more than 50% off.
NYC investigations chief resigns after release of scathing de Blasio report
Margaret Garnett will serve as No. 2 under Damian Williams, the newly sworn-in US Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
George Clooney says he 'f--ked up' Batman 'so bad,' hated the 'bat nipples'
"I did one superhero movie and I f--ked it up so bad they won't let me near the set," said the Oscar-winning actor.
Fans demand 'national security' for Betty White ahead of 100th birthday
The beloved "Golden Girls" actress is three months away from turning 100, and fans will do anything to keep America's sweetheart safe -- including demanding security.
Dog the Bounty Hunter thinks Laundrie's sister knows more than she's saying
Cassie Laundrie Luycx has insisted in interviews that even her parents have stopped talking to her and that she knows nothing about the whereabouts of her brother.
Toy prices up as much as 10 percent ahead of Christmas: trade group
Steve Pasierb, president of the Toy Association, pointed to the massive backlog at California's ports, which are responsible for 36 percent of US imports.
AEW boss: 'Gloves are off' in battle with WWE
AEW President Tony Khan has no problem counterpunching WWE if they are going to bring the fight to him this Friday.
Heat guard needs 'head examined' after comparing himself to NBA's biggest stars
Tyler Herro doesn't have a confidence issue.
Kidnap survivor Elizabeth Smart heartbroken over Gabby Petito case
Elizabeth Smart, who was abducted from her Utah home by a rapist and held for nine months, said she is heartbroken about Gabby Petito's death.
The best watches we found at Nordstrom for holiday gifting
From classic Fossil to luxe Movado, we pulled together the best watches from Nordstrom for holiday gifting — for both men and women.
Raiders QB wants everyone exposed after Jon Gruden mess
Derek Carr, who looked on pace for a Pro Bowl season under Jon Gruden, urged the NFL to "open up everything."
New jobless claims fall to 293K as American workers quit in droves
The number of Americans newly seeking jobless benefits ticked down again last week as workers quit their jobs in record numbers amid a historically tight labor market, the feds said...
High school secretary charged with having sex with student
Martha Sasser Pope, 43, was busted Tuesday on a felony charge of a school employee engaging in a sex act with a teen at Elba High School.
The insider’s view on an intriguing Knicks rookie
Rookie big man Jericho Sims might have a path to a bigger role with the Knicks than anyone expected.
Dog the Bounty Hunter wants to find Brian Laundrie and resume honeymoon
One of the reasons Dog the Bounty Hunter is so eager to find fugitive Brian Laundrie is so that he can resume his honeymoon in Florida, he said in a...
Dodgers-Giants is our epic present and our stolen past
Game 5 of the National League Division Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Francisco Giants comes barely a week after the 70th anniversary of Bobby Thomson’s iconic...
More than 10,000 John Deere UAW workers go on strike
About 90 percent of the union's members voted down the company's contract proposal earlier this month. On Sunday, the union set the Thursday strike deadline.
James Johnson is bringing the fight to Brooklyn
Veteran big man James Johnson bringing a toughness to the Nets that you might expect from a third-degree black belt with an undefeated record as an MMA fighter.
Norway bow-and-arrow suspect was flagged for radicalization
Police say a Danish man who is in custody in Norway suspected of a bow-and-arrow attack that killed five people is a Muslim convert who had previously been flagged as...
At least 19 dead in Philippines tropical storm
Tropical Storm Kompasu killed at least 19 people and left 14 missing in the Phillippines, according to officials.
Rangers set to go with their other goalie in Game 2
So considering Alexandar Georgiev got the starting nod in the Rangers’ season-opening 5-1 loss to the Capitals on Wednesday night at Capital One Arena, Gallant said it was a safe...
Rangers can only go up from here
Rangers top six forwards struggled in their 5-1 opening-night loss to the Capitals on Wednesday night in Washington.
Fire leaves 46 dead, dozens injured in southern Taiwan
At least 46 people died in a 13-story building that caught ablaze in southern Taiwan early Thursday morning, according to officials.
Alaska lawmaker banned from airline over mask mandate gets COVID-19
Senator Lora Reinbold, banned for not wearing a mask on Alaska Airlines, is under quarantine at her Alaska home after she tested positive for COVID-19.
LA city councilman and ex-USC dean indicted in federal corruption probe
A Los Angeles City Council member and the former dean of the University of Southern California's School of Social Work were indicted Wednesday in connection with a scheme in which...
Shifting winds challenge crews fighting California fire
Firefighters battling the Alisal Fire in California's coastal mountains are forced to face a new challenge in the shifting winds.
Kyrie Irving breaks silence on retirement talk, vaccine mandate in rambling Instagram Live
Speaking for the first time since the Nets decided they would not accommodate him as a part-time player this season because of his refusal to get the COVID-19 vaccine, Kyrie...
Rep. John Katko: Supply chain crisis is a national security problem
House Homeland Security Committee Ranking Member John Katko (R-NY) is warning that the supply chain could have graver repercussions than delayed delivery of gifts for the holidays, arguing it could...
Hall past: Talk show host Tamron talks origins with Jalen Rose
Tamron Hall is known just as much for her closely cropped hair as she is for her journalistic chops. On this week's "Renaissance Man," the talk show host told me...