August 30, 2023
Americans are getting wise to Biden's corruption — despite media gatekeepers
They have eyes, and common sense, and somehow the avalanche of incriminating evidence spewing forth from the House Oversight Committee has managed to bypass the gatekeepers of the media and...
New Giant thrilled to be reunited with Joe Schoen: 'Little bond we got'
Boogie Basham arrived at the Giants’ facility Tuesday afternoon following a trade from the Bills, and the first thing he did was hug GM Joe Schoen.
Jets' offensive line racing against time
You’ve heard of speed dating. This is speed offensive-line building.
It’s a race for the White House -- not chief Twit -- as Vivek Ramaswamy struggles to stay normal
Vivek Ramaswamy is currently running on the Republican ticket in order to become the party's nominee in the next presidential election.
Mets can't afford to make this Pete Alonso folly
The idea the Mets would put themselves in better position for the future by trading Pete Alonso for a package of prospects is folly.
Bronx bachata group Aventura bassist arrested for allegedly assaulting girlfriend in NYC apartment
Max Santos, the bass player and founder of the influential Bronx-based bachata group Aventura, was arrested Wednesday morning after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend, police and sources said. Santos — who...
Neighbors rescue Pennsylvania woman from burning house
"It was just like surreal, like all in the moment, I don't know; I was just running. I didn't have any shoes on. I was just trying to help the...
Inmate forced to give birth alone inside Tennessee jail cell
According to a fellow inmate, the new mother had been clear to deputies that she was experiencing contradictions and asked to be taken to the hospital.
Nebraska sets women's sporting event record with insane outdoor volleyball game
It was a historic night in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Hunter Biden’s firm, Joe’s VP office exchanged more than 1,000 emails: records
Hunter Biden’s Rosemont Seneca Partners investment firm traded more than 1,000 emails with Joe Biden’s office during his time as vice president, documents released by the National Archives show.
Couple searching for lost dog’s owner find elderly man who had been laid out helplessly for 2 days
“Dogs truly are man's best friend. Although it was not her owner, this pup breaking loose likely saved a life.”
Lionel Messi's latest MLS match features baseball icon working as a photographer
Lionel Messi has brought out all kinds of sports legends and celebrities to his U.S. matches, and Wednesday's was no different.
I get mom-shamed for bringing my son to Burning Man — he's 7
"Our son goes everywhere that we go, and that's just the way that we live," Bianca Snyder said.
Business leaders' plea to Biden: Letters to the Editor — Aug. 31, 2023
Post readers discuss a letter signed by 122 business leaders requesting that President Biden take responsibility for the New York City migrant crisis and help speed up work permits.
Surprise star doing everything possible to show he is part of Mets future
When the DJ Stewart Game was over, the Mets had stolen a 6-5 win from the Rangers in front of 23,849 at Citi Field on Wednesday.
Mets to call up highly touted prospect when rosters expand
The major league Mets are about to grow bigger — and more interesting.
Gadsden flag: How ignorant are the folks running the schools?
Progressives have been pushing a distorted view of American history for years, demonizing everything from the National Anthem to the flag to the Constitution. To them, the truth doesn't matter.
Republicans and Democrats must find new presidential candidates — to save America
We are calling on both parties to chart a path forward together; this very well might begin with Trump accepting a plea deal that allows him to avoid jail time...
Teen found dead trying to live off the grid with mom and aunt weighed only 40 pounds: autopsy
The young boy wasted down to less than half of the average weight of boys his age which is 112 pounds, according to the CDC.
Gerrit Cole strengthens Cy Young case as Yankees club Tigers again
The Yankees won’t have a playoff chase to make in September, but they can at least help bolster Gerrit Cole’s Cy Young bid.
'Astounding' 2000-year-old Roman building discovered beneath Switzerland quarry
The find is extremely rare for the country, and it is the first time a relic of such grand size has been found in the area in nearly a century.
American pulls off emotional upset of No. 19 seed at US Open: 'This is me'
The new, improved Taylor Townsend was comfortable in her own skin and put on a show in Flushing Meadows.
Prince Harry could be balding due to stress from royal family feud: expert
More fallout from the royal feud?
Security guard who claimed 'bin Laden killer' called him N-word revealed to be a white guy
The hotel security guard who claims former Navy SEAL Robert O'Neil-- who's taken credit for killing Osama bin Laden-- beat him and called him the N-Word is a white man,...
Former Rangers playoff hero retires from NHL after eye injury
Former Rangers forward Carl Hagelin announced he was retiring on Wednesday after 11 seasons in the NHL due to an eye injury.
Dem Michigan governor received email in Greek from consultant to shield it from the public: lawsuit
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer received a coded email related to her administration’s response to a local water crisis in an apparent attempt to hide the sensitive communication from the public.
Odell Beckham falls over in shock after learning Ravens rookie's enormous signing bonus
Zay Flowers may be picking up the tab for dinner for a little while after his teammates discovered how much his signing bonus with the Baltimore Ravens was.
Joe Rogan hosts 'Rich Men North of Richmond' star Oliver Anthony at his comedy club for surprise performance
Oliver Anthony, the songwriter of "Rich Men North of Richmond" — which has been No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks now — appeared onstage to wild...
Man pulled over for driving with massive bull riding shotgun
Holy cow! A man in Nebraska was pulled over for driving down a highway in a compact car with a massive Watusi bull sitting in the passenger seat.
Pope Francis calls US Catholic Church 'backwards' for putting political ideologies ahead of faith
"Doing this, you lose the true tradition and you turn to ideologies to have support. In other words, ideologies replace faith," the pontiff said.
John Mellencamp slammed by Bill Maher over claim only '1 or 2%' of black people today live better than slaves
Bill Maher got into a tense exchange with John Mellencamp after the "Pink Houses" singer-songwriter claimed only 1% or 2% of Black people living in America today have better lives than slaves.
Giants-Jets rivalry just got the spice it needed
Jihad Ward is still not happy with Randall Cobb and Aaron Rodgers for laughing about Cobb's illegal hit to his teammate, Bobby McCain.
Barefoot hiker and her dog survive being swept 150 feet down canyon in flash flood: rescuers
The unidentified 38-year-old woman was rescued last Thursday night from the Mary Jane Canyon in Moab Utah, the sheriff’s team said. The woman managed to send an SOS alert on her...
Mark Millar on the future of superheroes, new project 'The Chosen One': 'It'll come back'
“I remember when I started out, they were like ‘He’s the guy who does family friendly stuff.’ Then the next thing I did ... people were like, ‘He’s the guy...
'Buy now, pay later' schemes left me thousands of dollars in debt
"One day you look at your account and realize you owe so much money," admits Chantal Derrick, 26.
Amazon's CEO is right: Get back to work
The COVID pandemic and lockdowns kept the laptop class at home. Now top executives are ordering people back into the office.
NY lawmakers: Earn your record wages and get back to Albany to tackle the migrant mess
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently warned that the influx of migrants cost the state $4.5 billion more than expected next year.
French star smashes ridiculous through-the-legs shot in US Open second round
Adrian Mannarino transformed into a magician during a point at the U.S. Open on Wednesday.
Dillon Danis claims he was 'shadow banned' after posting bawdy video of Logan Paul's fiancée Nina Agdal
Danis claims his engagement on X dramatically dwindled after he shared a bawdy video of Danish model Nina Agdal talking about her cravings for sex.
Nationwide, all-device emergency alert set to scare us all very soon
This is just a drill! The test will hit all consumer cell phones, as well as radios and televisions.
LI teacher, 60, charged with rape of 16-year-old student
Sperl, an audio production teacher at the Riverhead campus of trade school Eastern Suffolk BOCES, was arrested just after noon Tuesday.
DOJ contacted Hunter Biden, whistleblower teams over Weiss' head: rep
A senior Justice Department official's contact with lawyers for both Hunter Biden and IRS whistleblower Gary Shapley shows that DOJ headquarters controlled the federal investigation of the first son.
NYC scrambles as hundreds more migrant kids enroll in school -- just days before classes return
As classes get started on Sept. 7, another 500 have been added to the mix this week -- with more arriving weekly.
Hurricane Idalia downgraded to tropical storm after leaving trail of destruction across Florida
Hurricane Idalia crashed into Florida as a fearsome Category 3 storm Wednesday morning, ripping roofs off homes and leaving entire neighborhoods submerged before tearing into Georgia.
Kim Kardashian not 'concerned’ about Kanye West’s bare butt in Italy: report
The rapper was spotted with his partner, Bianca Censori, on Sunday while cruising on a water taxi in Venice — where fans got a closer look at West than ever...
Giants rookie receiver now wearing idol Odell Beckham's number and wants to start 'own legacy'
Jalin Hyatt at least will match one of OBJ’s numbers, officially switching from No. 84 to No. 13 for his initial NFL campaign
Top Mets prospects 'under consideration' for September call-up
The major league Mets are about to grow bigger — and possibly more interesting.
NYC’s initial — and deadliest —COVID wave in 2020 began over a month earlier than previously thought: report
The coronavirus pandemic slammed the Big Apple harder than almost anywhere else on Earth and earlier than originally thought, as testing failures and schizophrenia federal response left city and state...
Attacking 'Don't tread on me' is latest dunderhead progressive assault on American history
Twelve-year old Jaiden was kicked out of a public-school classroom Monday after school officials decreed that the Gadsden flag patch on his backpack was “disruptive to the classroom environment.”
New Jersey funeral home left dead dad's ashes in unlocked, running car that was stolen by teens: suit
“Leaving a running, open luxury vehicle is an invitation for something like this to happen,” the family’s Jersey-City based attorney John Nulty told NJ.com. “The family feels like they lost...
Ranger who rammed car through Burning Man protest, pulled weapon, 'under review'
The Nevada tribal reservation ranger who rammed his truck through a blockade and pulled a weapon on unarmed demonstrators was being scrutinized by officials after climate protestors accused him of...
'You loot, we shoot': DeSantis' stern warning for potential looters in wake of Idalia
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told would-be thieves that law enforcement won't tolerate anyone taking advantage of the chaos in the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia, warning: "You loot, we shoot."
Hollywood honchos to join tech moguls at Chuck Schumer's AI summit amid strike
Both the Writers Guild President Meredith Stiehm and Motion Picture Association Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin will attend the Sept. 13 event in D.C., which aims to establish a framework...
ESPN veteran out after 17 years at network: 'To be continued'
Another longtime talent at ESPN has exited the network.
Josh Seiter responds to death 'hoax' claims: 'I know the truth'
“I am a victim of a terrible hoax directed at me for what I can only imagine is my mental health work," Seiter told The Post on Wednesday.
These are the salaries single people need to survive in every state
New York is — unsurprisingly — one of the most expensive states for singles.
America has always had crazy politicians — even before Joe Biden
Political outlaws & heroes So how did our early day political parties begin? There was division between Free Soilers, who opposed slavery, and Copperheads, who wanted early peace with the...
Mayim Bialik 'unlikely' to return to 'Jeopardy!' this year: report
Mayim Bialik is "unlikely" to return to "Jeopardy!" this season, according to a new report.
MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle netted Steph Curry interview as 'thank you' for helping Under Armour boss: lawsuit
Ruhle, 47, and the 51-year-old Plank -- both of whom are married -- have denied rumors of an affair.
Va. mom arrested for raping twins, 15, after cops find missing boy in her bedroom
A Virginia mother was tossed behind bars after she was caught naked with a missing 15-year-old -- whose twin brother she is also accused of raping.
A middle finger to new mandates, the grim result of Bidenomics and other commentary
Personal savings have dropped, and “Americans are even draining their 401(k) plans to cover expenses.” Credit card debt has also spiked, with “51% of Americans unable to pay off their”...
Prosecutors probe second complaint against Wander Franco amid disturbing allegations
Investigators in the Dominican Republic are looking into a second formal complaint against Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco.
Why establishment knives are out for Elon Musk
Elon Musk gestures as he attends the Viva Technology conference dedicated to innovation and startups at the Porte de Versailles exhibition centre in Paris, France.
Smash-and-grab crew armed with hammers nabs $500K in jewelry from California shop, pepper spray terrified owner
Another smash-and-grab robbery leaves a Pasadena, Calif. store owner terrified and others on edge as businesses throughout Southern California brace the wave of "flash mob" crews terrorizing stores.
Biden says his Delaware home 'almost collapsed' from small kitchen fire nearly 20 years ago while discussing Maui wildfire crisis
President Biden said Wednesday while discussing wildfire devastation in Maui that his Delaware house "almost collapsed" from a small kitchen fire nearly two decades ago.
Barstool Sports to cut staff by nearly 25 percent as mass layoffs loom
Barstool founder Dave Portnoy has publicly stated the cuts were coming after he regained control of the company following its breakup with Penn Entertainment.
Devastated couple seeks justice after dog trainer hid pet's death for days
"I never got any kind of impression that we would be leaving and coming back home after three weeks and wouldn't have Brooklyn."
Ex-Trump official Peter Navarro's Jan. 6 contempt trial gets green light -- tries to snatch 'Trump lost' sign from protester
Peter Navarro snapped at a protester and sought to snatch their poster Wednesday after a federal judge poured cold water on his bid to circumvent a contempt trial.
Giants linebacker reveals reasons behind beef-sparking Aaron Rodgers shove
If Aaron Rodgers didn’t know who Jihad Ward was during Saturday night’s Giants-Jets preseason game, he does now.
Former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick unfit for sex abuse trial due to dementia: judge
A judge dismissed a criminal case accusing a Catholic leader of molesting a minor nearly 50 years ago -- finding him unfit for trial because of dementia.
I really enjoyed my $75 meal — until I saw the $15 'a--hole' charge
"You're an A--hole," the $15 charge read, prompting the husband to post a copy of the tab to Reddit in March with the caption, "My dinner receipt had a message...
Fisherman on paddleboard hooks large shark during tournament in insane video
He’s going to need a bigger boat -- or at least a bigger paddleboard.
Upper West Side family butchered in murder-suicide died of 'sharp force injuries' and 'incise wounds': autopsy
The Upper West Side family butchered this week in a bloody murder-suicide all died from knife-induced neck wounds, according to the city medical examiner.
Top prospects — including 'The Martian' — joining Yankees this week
The Martian is about to land in the big leagues
Gen Z gives Bible edgy makeover with slang-filled translation: 'It's giving savior of the world'
Major sus, or minor miracle?
Harvard professor calls space debris 'possible proof of alien life' — prompting scientific backlash
Avi Loeb says that tiny spheres he raised from the sea bed are definitely from beyond the solar system and could be alien 'technology' which crashed to Earth.
Tech site wants feds to let it repair McDonald's chronically broken ice cream machines
The popular e-commerce site iFixit wants Congress to allow it to fix the chronically broken ice cream machines used at McDonald's franchises.
Your secret sexual fantasy, according to your zodiac sign
For those looking to explore or express fantasies with a partner or to deepen their own understanding of desire, a sex fantasy worksheet is a great jumping off point for...
Another top-10 seed falls in second-round US Open stunner
Dominic Stricker was at a loss for words as he tried to comprehend what he just did.
NFL all-time great would be 'legendary' on 'The Bachelor': Jesse Palmer
A former quarterback who once starred as "The Bachelor" has some ideas about who could be the future face of the franchise.
NYC subway shove victim fears taking train after random attack
The victim, Wan Xu, ended up on the tracks at the Chambers Street station in Lower Manhattan late Tuesday after a perp in a dirty red sweatshirt suddenly rammed her...
Ex-CIA agent who signed ‘spies who lie’ letter tried to hide Twitter job after Post cover
A former CIA agent who signed the October 2020 open letter that dismissed The Post’s bombshell reporting on Hunter Biden’s laptop emails as Russian disinformation worked on policy enforcement at...
What to know about Staten Island and how it joined NYC
For nearly 200 years, New Jersey and New York City bickered over ownership of Staten Island, with the residents overwhelmingly siding with NYC in 1894 until popular opinion changed following...
Our triplets just turned 1 — we went through more than 6,200 diapers
"I was not expecting the nappies and bottles to be that high — I had to double check multiple times!" Caitlin Hammerton said.
GOP NY lawmakers demand special session to tackle migrant crisis
Republican lawmakers are demanding a special session in Albany to urgently deal with the state's rapidly worsening migrant crisis.
The meaning of the Gadsden flag, symbol that got Colorado boy booted from school
Social media erupted in debate over the meaning of the Gadsden flag this week after a 12-year-old Colorado boy was kicked out of class reportedly for displaying the symbol as...
Kobe Bryant's oldest daughter throwing first pitch at Dodgers game on 'Lakers Night'
Natalia Bryant, the oldest daughter of the late Kobe Bryant, will throw the first pitch during the Dodgers' annual "Lakers Night" on Sept. 1.
These male monkeys have more same-sex romps than hookups with females: study
Same-sex behaviors in macaques were found to both copycat the intercourse they observed and, in addition, perform the act based on their genetic predisposition.
US citizens urged to leave Haiti ASAP after State Department flags 'current security situation'
"Given the current security situation and infrastructure challenges, U.S. citizens in Haiti should depart Haiti as soon as possible via commercial or private transport," the State Department said.
Sam Bankman-Fried lawyers claim tech issues stopping him from trial prep -- can't get his laptop
The 31-year-old former billionaire's counsel griped that he cannot review evidence in his case because he has yet to receive a court-ordered, internet-free laptop at Brooklyn's troubled Metropolitan Detention Center.
Inside San Francisco’s ‘dens of death’ as liberal city faces drug crisis
San Francisco's "Single-Room Occupancy" hotels are plagued with daily overdoses, deaths and vermin, contributing to the "doom loop" crisis affecting the once world-class city's downtown area.
Van Morrison is about to kick off his 2023 tour. How much do tickets cost?
It's a marvelous night for a moondance and/or concert.
How TikTok saved this celebrity-beloved Soho pharmacy
COVID nearly killed Thompson Chemists -- until the owners started posting on TikTok. Now they're selling out of the culty French products they've long sold.
Kansas cat named Bob turns up 1,200 miles away 10 years after going missing
A Kansas cat that went missing from its owner's yard ten years ago was miraculously found 1,200 miles from home earlier this month in faraway North Carolina. The green-eyed tuxedo...
Patriots find familiar backups for Mac Jones after cuts
Mac Jones will be the starting quarterback for the New England Patriots. His backups remain a work in progress.
Elon Musk's 'secret house' project spurs fed probe of Tesla: report
Tesla board members had investigated whether company resources were misused on the effort, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Trump 'grossly' exaggerated net worth - by as much as $2.2B in one year: NY AG
Donald Trump exaggerated his net worth on yearly disclosures for a decade -- cooking the books by as much as $2.2 billion in a single year, officials claim.
NYC woman robs straphanger at knifepoint during rush-hour in subway station
A woman robbed a straphanger at knifepoint inside a lower Manhattan subway subway station during Wednesday morning rush-hour, police said.
Company selling tiny homes from $130K sparks critics: 'This is the new affordable housing market'
Lennar, one of the nation's largest home builders, is behind a development in Texas -- which has raised questions online related to the homes' size and costs.
Silicon Valley titans in $1B land grab face backlash over 'strong-arm mobster techniques'
Flannery Associates has sparked an uproar with its plan to build a utopian city in Solano County.
Save big at Bed Bath & Beyond's Labor Day sale: sofas, rugs, more
Save big this weekend at Bed Bath & Beyond.
Sen. Ron Johnson accuses CDC of 'censorship' of own COVID vaccine info
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) lambasted the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's coordination with social media companies over COVID-19 vaccine information.
You won't believe how cheap some tickets for Alabama football games are
Roll Tide time is finally here.
Veteran receiver turning into more than an Aaron Rodgers favor for the Jets
He knows his body. He knows his ability. He plans to show it starting on Sept. 11 when the games begin to count.
Woof! Anti-vaxxer pet owners nix rabies shots over doggie 'autism' fears: study
Dogs are responsible for 99% of rabies cases worldwide. The disease is almost always fatal for people and animals, once symptoms appear.
'Psycho' stuntman laughs off painfully bad rooftop car jump
In this epic fail video, Russian daredevil Evgeny Chebotarev, 32, tries to drive a Soviet-era vehicle across rooftops using a ramp — only to crash windshield-first into the side of...
Josh O'Connor: Playing Prince Charles in 'The Crown' was 'f--ked up'
The actor, 33, appeared as a young Prince (now King) Charles in Seasons 3 and 4 of the Netflix royal drama.
Passengers seen being taken off Delta flight on stretchers after 'severe turbulence' injures 11
Both passengers and flight attendants were among those injured when Delta Flight 175 -- en route from Milan, Italy -- hit turbulence just before 7 p.m., the airline and federal...
More eyedrops recalled as FDA warns of 'life-threatening infection'
The FDA said Saturday there have been two reports of adverse events related to the recall.
Google unveils new feature that reveals the best time of year to book flights
Travelers are forking out big money for airfares at the moment, but a new Google tool may help with snagging cheaper flights.
Real life 'Barbie Dreamhouse' asks $1.1M
Talk about a real-life Barbie Dreamhouse, where fans of the summer blockbuster movie can live out their fantasies away from the cinema.
Enjoy wall-to-wall savings at Walmart Labor Day sale: Save on GE, Dyson, more
Save on TVs, trampolines, and much more at Walmart!
Biden HHS urges that marijuana be reclassified as less dangerous, legal drug
The Department of Health and Human Services is recommending that marijuana be reranked as a less dangerous and legal Schedule III drug.
Rams coach took 'connecting' comments from Matthew Stafford's wife as 'a joke'
Matthew Stafford's wife fueled internet chatter earlier this week from remarks made on her podcast.
Fashion faves Bessie Afnaim and Oliver Corral list $2.5M NYC penthouse
The one-bedroom Greenwich Village spread is around 1,900 square feet and comes with an outdoor terrace with views of the Empire State Building.
Expert shares urgent warning all parents need to hear about kids' internet use: 'Every child is vulnerable'
With the rate of child exploitation exploding online, this is a message every parent needs to hear in order to keep their children safe.
Single dads are more confident about securing their child’s financial future: poll
The average single parent says they'd need a minimum of $332,705 in savings in order to feel at ease about raising their child.
Creep who tried to kidnap bikini-clad barista via drive-thru window is cut loose, to dismay of victims' advocates
Matthew Darnell, a Washington State man napped on video trying to pull a bikini-wearing barista into his pickup truck in January, got off with a slap-on-the-wrist sentence and is back...
Goldman Sachs used Chinese state funds to buy US, UK firms: report
Goldman used cash from a sovereign wealth fund to buy seven companies, including a cyber security firm that services the British government.
Coco Gauff's second-round US Open win was much different than first
Coco Gauff cruised to a two-set win over Russia's Mirra Andreeva, making for a drama-free morning, unlike her first-round match with Laura Siegemund.
Employees typically feel dissatisfied after this long in the same role
Nearly half of employed Americans are bored most of the workweek (46%), according to new research.
'Con artist' cat wanted for fraud; begs for food under false pretenses
He oughta be whiskered off to jail.
Police call special back up after 5 million 'angry' bees fall from truck
It's one way to create some buzz.
Bills' Josh Allen confronts Stefon Diggs drama
Quarterback Josh Allen, wide receiver Stefon Diggs and the Buffalo Bills visit the New York Jets in Week 1 for "Monday Night Football."
Video shows moment off-duty NYPD cop is shot during road-rage clash with man who tried to grab his gun
The male cop was driving a green car at Queens Boulevard and 70th Street in Elmhurst around 12:50 p.m. when he got into a feud with the driver of a...
Earth Wind and Fire is coming to N.J. Here's how to get tickets today
The R&B icons are headlining at Atlantic City's Etess Arena on Dec. 8-9.
What you see in this optical illusion reveals whether you are a logical or emotional person
An optical illusion could help determine whether you lean toward logic or emotion, depending on what you see at first glance.
Pregnant college student found dead in boyfriend's car
Officers attempted to provide life-saving measures for Zaiylah Bronson, who was 16-weeks pregnant, but arriving EMS members pronounced her dead at the scene.
Apple testing use of 3D printers to make smartwatches: report
The production technique would render obsolete the need to cut parts of metal into the product's shape, reducing the time it takes to make the devices and also helping the...
Massive 100-year-old oak tree falls on DeSantis' mansion during Hurricane Idalia while his family's inside
A gigantic oak tree toppled over onto the Sunshine State leader's Tallahassee mansion during Hurricane Idalia Wednesday with his family inside the gubernatorial residence.
My husband's ex-wife died, so I adopted her baby for a better life
"I did not want him going to foster care," said Christie Werts, who had been in the foster system from the age of 15.
I was on the cruise ship that collided with an oil tanker — bawling my eyes out
Passengers on board the P&O cruise ship that collided with an oil tanker off the coast of Spain were left in a state of hysteria, with one even saying it...
Judge says no exemptions to NY cannabis license approval delay
New York cannabis regulators took another hit after a state judge halted all exemptions to the approval process on Tuesday in a suit over Empire State pot licenses.
I flew overseas with my babies and 18 items of luggage -- haters are losing their minds
Musical artist Joanne Hadjia – otherwise known as Joey Djia – shared a now viral clip on TikTok about her journey of traveling to the U.S. with her two infant twins and...
Texas coaches charged with not reporting sexual assaults because suspect was a 'good player': cops
Two high school coaches have been fired after police arrested them for failing to report a student accused of sexual assault because the kid was "a good player" they didn't...
Infamous tattoo-addict mom banned from ink parlors: 'They won't touch my face'
The tattoo enthusiast would like to be recognized by the Guinness Book of Records for all her ink but admitted that she doesn't remember exactly how many tattoos she has.
Emotional Prince Harry reveals what Archie wants to be when he grows up
"What I remind him is no matter what you want to be when you grow up, it’s your character that matters most," the Duke of Sussex said in a new...
College football broadcast changes and NFL's ratings beef
Andrew Marchand and John Ourand discussed the upcoming NFL season and chatted with Mark Ingram II in this week's podcast.
WNBA star teases when she'll marry NFL fiancé: 'Great love story'
The couple announced their engagement earlier this year.
‘Beer goggles’ no longer an honest excuse for your drunken hookup: new research
Intoxication won’t make strangers look hotter — but it does make you bolder.
Ref abruptly retires as NBA investigates social media burner account
Lewis served as a referee for multiple playoff games this past season, including the Celtics' win over the Sixers in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Low blow! SUV slams into martial arts studio, slightly injuring 4 students
Four students at a martial arts studio in Florida suffered minor injuries – when an out-of-control SUV smashed into their class.
Longtime NJ resident Chris Rock eyes a $9.45M NYC condo
Seemingly in an Empire State of mind, the Emmy- and Grammy-winning comedian toured a wood-clad unit at 60 Greene St. with an open kitchen and a large fireplace.
Explosion at home of Titans' player caused by natural gas: investigators
Authorities noticed the smell of natural gas when they arrived at the scene.
Pregnant woman, 21, accused of stealing alcohol shot dead by police
Ta’Kiya Young was expecting her third child when cops fatally shot her through the window of her car in a Kroger parking lot. Her unborn daughter also did not survive.
Senate minority leader freezes up again during presser, aide has to step in when asked about re-election
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell appeared to have another bout of verbal paralysis Wednesday when asked if he plans to vie for reelection in 2026.
Rep renews calls for SI to secede from NYC as migrant crisis fury grows
“I hear all the jokes all the time that they would love to get rid of Staten Island, well, this is your opportunity. I think Staten Island would like to...
Yankees release trade deadline flop, open space for young studs
More prospects could be on the way for the Yankees.
Are there any cheap tickets to see Messi live in 2023?
It's Messi's world. We're just living in it.
Judge smacks down Giuliani again over Georgia election workers suit, orders ex-NYC mayor to pay $130K
Giuliani had “given only lip service” to a process he knew intimately from experience and instead “thwarted” the plaintiffs’ attorneys at every step, a US US District judge said.
BTK killer's own journals link him to missing teen: sheriff
Dennis Rader has been in jail since 2005.
Hurricane Idalia forces NFL star, wife to evacuate in Florida
Hurricane Idalia made landfall Wednesday at 7:45 a.m. near Florida's Big Bend and came ashore as a Category 3 storm.
High school goes into lockdown after students erupt in wild lunchtime brawl
A Queensland high school was forced into lockdown after a wild lunchtime brawl broke out between multiple students.
Biden proposal would give overtime pay to 3.6 million more US workers
The new rule could face pushback from business groups that mounted a successful legal challenge against similar regulation that Biden announced as vice president during the Obama administration, when he sought to raise...
Photos show the destruction left by Hurricane Idalia as it bashes Florida
Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida as a Category 3 storm on Wednesday.
Russia begs North Korea for weapons to use against Ukraine: WH
"Arms negotiations between Russia and the DPRK are actively advancing," said National Security Council spokesman John Kirby.
Disgraced lawyer Michael Avenatti fails to overturn Nike extortion conviction
Avenatti, 52, gained fame in 2018 while representing porn actress Stormy Daniels in litigation against then-President Donald Trump.
Injecting ‘incredibly effective’ gene into the brain could cure alcoholism: monkey study
"Drinking went down to almost zero."
Hochul heads to White House during migrant mess — but not to meet Biden
Hochul is being shunted to the president's chief of staff, Jeff Zients, for a closed-door meeting at 4:30 p.m. -- nearly three hours after Biden's last scheduled event.
Bengals legend claims Joe Burrow is engaged
Joe Burrow might've put a ring on it.
Surprising mystery team revealed in trade sweepstakes for star running back
The Colts permitted Taylor to seek a trade earlier this month.
I'm a study expert — here's a 4-step hack to memorize anything instantly
"It's scary how well this works," Dr. Sarah Rav reveals about her technique.
Nebraska seeks to break attendance record for a women's sporting event
The University of Nebraska has set up a volleyball court inside of Memorial Stadium where its football team plays. The university has sold over 90,000 tickets for ‘Volleyball Day,’ which will take...
Plane passenger creates a stir while flashing bare foot with six toes: 'Make him pay extra'
What a flightmare. It's no secret that air travel has become a nightmare at 30,000 "feet." However, one passenger took in-flight pedi crimes to the next level after flashing their...
Teen arrested for allegedly pushing mom to hire hitman to kill 3-year-old son
Gamaliel Soza was arrested Monday for allegedly pushing Jazmin Paez, 18, to try to hire a hitman to kill her 3-year-old child to win him back because the toddler was...
Plane crash that killed Prigozhin may have been 'deliberate': Kremlin
This is the first time the Kremlin has acknowledged that Prigozhin may have been assassinated.
Trump muses about Vivek Ramaswamy as running mate: ‘He’d be very good’
Former President Donald Trump signaled that he would be open to tapping biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy as his running mate.
Oberlin College women's coach says she was 'burned at the stake' over her views on transgender athletes
Oberlin College women’s lacrosse head coach Kim Russell broke her silence about transgender inclusion in women’s sports in a documentary for the Independent Women’s Forum on Tuesday.
Ukrainian women who twerked on graves of fallen soldiers face 5 years in prison
Two Ukrainian women who filmed themselves dancing and twerking on the graves of slain soldiers in a Kyiv cemetery face five years in prison after being charged with desecrating a...
15-year-old boy arrested for allegedly shooting man in head outside NYC deli: cops
The teen was nabbed Tuesday in connection to the Aug. 21 shooting of 24-year-old Abdolaye Ba outside the Best Food Mini Market on Blake Avenue near Pennsylvania Avenue in East...
Visa, Mastercard reportedly plan to hike credit card fees for merchants
Many of the fee increases are for online purchases, the Journal said.
Pete Davidson just added new tour dates. Here's where he's headed now
"The King of Staten Island" has 18 shows on his 2023 tour calendar.
Paralyzed woman died trapped in her hot car and family had no idea
“I just assumed that maybe she stayed with someone or maybe someone had come and got her, but no one was able to get a hold of her,” the woman's...
'Globe of Death' motorcycle stunt goes up in flames
Hot wheels! A biker crashed and burned — literally — inside the "Globe of Death," a popular carnival act where two motorcyclists do loops inside a metal sphere as sparks...
Forget Zuckerberg. It’s Elon Musk vs. Martin Shkreli in a battle over his X account
Shkreli says he needs an active X account to keep him connected to top tech CEOs and investors while he embarks on a new entrepreneurial venture involving Artificial Intelligence or...
Eli Manning recalls 'drilling' nephew Arch with footballs to toughen him up
The former Giants quarterback reminisced on the days when he would play catch with his 18-year-old nephew — and it sounded quite painful.
NYC woman shoved onto subway tracks by stranger in random attack: cops
The victim had just walked down the steps onto the platform for the 1, 2, and 3 trains at Chambers Street around 11:10 p.m. when the male assailant shoved her...
Bill Belichick holding a 17-year Spygate grudge against top NFL personality
The New England Patriots were accused in 2007 of illegally shooting video of opposing coaches' signals during games.
More than 100 ex-Clarence Thomas clerks defend SCOTUS justice over ethics attacks
Over 100 of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas' former clerks attested to his character and integrity amid an onslaught of ethics attacks against him.
Tennis WAG chronicles US Open experience as boyfriend chases first Grand Slam title
Morgan Riddle is taking over Flushing Meadows.
These single women only date men who've had a vasectomy: 'Vasect-yummies'
“I love [men with] vasectomies,” a sex and lifestyle influencer told The Post. “I often refer them as ‘vasect-yummies.’”
Plastic surgeon claims President Biden 'spent $100K' on face lifts, hair
California plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie alleged that he estimates Biden has dropped six figures on various procedures.
Elon Musk must face age-bias lawsuit for firing older workers after buying Twitter
Plaintiff John Zeman claims X laid off 60% of workers who were 50 or older.
Texas family dead in apparent murder-suicide weeks after daughter drowned in pool
A Texas couple and their children, 2 and 12, were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide -- weeks after the family’s 4-year-old daughter drowned in a swimming pool.
Dave Portnoy begins layoffs at Barstool: 'Worst thing to f--king do'
Dave Portnoy bought back Barstool Sports in a deal earlier this month with Penn Entertainment.
US economy manages to grow in Q2 despite Fed hikes — but at slower pace
The American economy has proved surprisingly durable in the midst of the Fed’s aggressive campaign to stamp out a resurgence of inflation.
UK bank must pay fired manager who said N-word during race-training class
Lloyds Banking Group should have issued a warning to Carl Borg-Neal, 58, instead of dismissing him for using the infamous racial slur, judges ruled.
Prince Harry rails on royal family, drops F-bomb: 'I'm now feeling everything'
The Duke of Sussex made the claim in his new Netflix docuseries "Heart of Invictus."
Michael Oher going after 'The Blind Side' contracts in conservatorship saga
Shelby County Probate Court issued three subpoenas Tuesday as part of Oher's attempt to end the conservatorship with the Tuohys.
Travis Scott updates 2023 tour. Get tickets to new NY and NJ concerts now
The rap icon scheduled shows at MSG, the Barclays Center and Prudential Center.
Johnny Manziel's discarded friend re-emerges with new insane story of highway police stop
Texas A&M legend Johnny Manziel and his best friend "Uncle" Nate Fitch were inseparable until they were forced to cut ties in 2013 and never spoke again.
Gen Z is bringing a 'cringe' '90s fashion trend back from the dead -- even Taylor Swift is on board
Gen Z is bringing back a trend that used to be seen as “embarrassing”, and it’s a hard one to ignore.
Irate drivers ram into climate protesters blocking traffic, drag them hundreds of feet down highway
Radical climate protesters in Munich, Germany, who were blocking a street in a staged protest, were then dragged forward by a vehicle after they refused to move from incoming traffic, according...
I’m a real-life gold digger — I found $125K with just a few hand tools and a pig
"We got about $127,000 worth of gold from this one dig and then we melted it into some little bars," the Australian gold digger revealed.
FAA accused of stonewalling demand for Buttigieg private flight data
The Department of Transportation is refusing to hand over private flight records for taxpayer-funded trips Secretary Pete Buttigieg took while in office, according to a conservative watchdog group suing for the files. Americans for...
Bruised, battered child rapist who escaped prison on jet ski finally nabbed at Quality Inn with his family
Samuel Hartman was nabbed at a West Virginia motel with his wife, mother and his mom's boyfriend -- a year after making his dramatic escape from an Arkansas prison.
Disney sued over 'fraudulent scheme' to hide streaming losses as stock nears 9-year low
The suit claims Bob Chapek tried to conceal the “staggering costs” it incurred while attempting to boost its subscriber count and promise profitability by the end of 2024.
I caught my boyfriend cheating right before our 9-week vacation -- Here's how I got revenge
A woman who discovered her boyfriend was “cheating” the night before they embarked on an extended European holiday has exposed his antics in an elaborate “revenge” plot.
Florida airports shuttered as Hurricane Idalia’s ‘catastrophic storm surge’ cancels or delays thousands of flights
Hundreds of flights have been delayed or canceled as Hurricane Idalia wreaks havoc across Florida, causing some airports to shutter ahead of the destructive storm's impact.
How Trey Lance first reacted when he heard he got traded to Cowboys
Lance expected to have a long career in the Bay Area after the team gave up three first-round picks to the Dolphins to acquire him in 2021.
I'm a flight attendant — why showing up late to the airport could benefit you
These upgrade hacks with make your spirits soar.
I found a bag with $5K cash on the ground -- now I'm being charged with grand larceny
A man who felt like he had won the lottery after finding a bag containing nearly $5,000 in a car park has been charged with larceny.
Olivia Dunne reveals empowering message behind SI Swim shoot
Olivia Dunne, along with LSU basketball star Angel Reese, were the only college athletes to be featured in the 2023 SI Swimsuit issue.
Doctors urged to prescribe fruits and veggies as poor nutrition heightens chronic disease diagnoses
It's not a myth — an apple a day could soon keep the doctor away.
NFL WAG details 'difficult' realities after husband's Raiders release
In a TikTok video posted Tuesday, the influencer spoke about what's potentially next for her and her husband, Isaac Rochell, following his release from the Raiders.
ChatGPT owner OpenAI on track to rack up $1B in sales this year: report
OpenAI’s revenue growth has surged in the months since ChatGPT’s release to the public last November.
How much are the cheapest Aerosmith farewell tour tickets?
These prices won't leave you "Cryin'."
Doctor explains what caused Bronny James' cardiac arrest
Bronny James' cardiac arrest stemmed from a "functionally significant congenital heart defect."
American 'outsider' not happy with how Ryder Cup snub went down
A record-setting performance in June couldn't land Keegan Bradley on the U.S. Ryder Cup team.
Bengals coach gives obscure update on star QB's injury
Zac Taylor was quick to dismiss the rumors that Joe Burrow's absence is due to the lack of progress on a contract extension, yet he wasn't as thrilled to give...
Middle schooler allowed to display 'Don't tread on me' patch after mom accuses school of violating his First Amendment rights
The mother of a Colorado middle schooler who was reportedly kicked out of class for displaying several patches on his backpack, including one of a Gadsden flag, claims his First...
Tiger dies in 'freak accident' at Colorado zoo after being given anesthesia for dental procedure
Mila was given anesthesia on Aug. 25 for an upcoming dental procedure to treat a life-threatening issue, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo announced on Tuesday.
Chanel is opening a Brooklyn diner — here's what you'll find on their non-traditional menu
Fashion fans are going to eat up this Chanel diner.
Maria Sharapova 'very happy with where I am' as she makes rare appearance
Former tennis pro Maria Sharapova returned to the US Open and explained why she's more than happy to be a spectator.
Paris Jackson: Michael Jackson fans told me to 'kill myself' over dad's birthday
Internet trolls "are basically measuring my love from my own father based off of what I post on Instagram," the 25-year-old said.
Stitches riding with hot starter in this AL showdown
Tanner Bibee will lead the second-place Guardians to a victory over the AL Central-leading Twins, Stitches predicts.
King Charles requested Prince William 'support' disgraced Andrew: report
The disgraced Duke of York was recently profiled in a scathing A&E doc called the "Secrets of Prince Andrew" about his escapades with convicted now-dead pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
Viral video captures power outage during Florida reporter's live Idalia broadcast
A Florida journalist was caught in a blackout during a live broadcast report on Idalia's impacts Wednesday — putting the dangerous storm's strong winds on full display for viewers.
Shocked dad of UWS super who killed his family says he didn't see signs of distress
Police and friends said Edison Lopez was stressed about an upcoming move.
House Oversight panel demands files on Hunter Biden's use of Air Force Two: 'Must be accountability'
The request comes after report that Hunter Biden caught a ride to at least 13 countries during his father's vice presidency.
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Doctors reveal underlying factors behind cardiac arrests in athletes after Bronny James scare
There are several factors that make athletes more susceptible to cardiac arrest, according to doctors.
Fitness influencer Larissa Borges, 33, dies following double cardiac arrest
The Brazilian fitness influencer died Monday after spending a week in a coma due to suffering a double cardiac arrest.
What Aaron Rodgers thinks about these Jets, in his own words
Aaron Rodgers spoke to reporters seven times in training camp, and revealed a lot of his thoughts about his new team.
The hard lessons Mets star will carry with him from team's disastrous season
It has been difficult for Brandon Nimmo to enjoy his individual success amid the Mets’ struggles, but he did find a brief moment to positively reflect.
CNN names ex-NYT head as its new chairman and CEO, replacing Chris Licht
"I am confident he is exactly the leader we need to take the helm of CNN at this pivotal time," Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav said.
Why the Giants' clean bill of health isn't all a matter of luck
Getting the team to the starting gate as intact as possible is one of the deepest concerns among general managers.
Family of late swim star claims she was beaten to death — and photos of her body prove it
The family of ex-swim champ Jamie Cail, who died of an alleged fentanyl overdose in the US Virgin Islands, claims she had been beaten -- and that her death was...
Cornel West says the Democratic Party is 'beyond redemption'
The 70-year-old Green Party candidate was asked in an interview with The Hill’s Rising about his longtime colleague Bernie Sanders’s endorsement of President Joe Biden, claiming he is the only...
Anguished parents reveal teen sons committed suicide after online 'sextortion'
More and more teen boys think they are sending explicit photos of themselves to interested girls — only to find a criminal threatening to send the pics to their family...
Two 'Hard Knocks' favorites get cut by Jets
The cruel reality of the NFL made an appearance on the fourth episode of HBO’s “Hard Knocks” on Tuesday.
Hurricane batters Florida with catastrophic floods as 270K left without power, officials warn areas won't be habitable for 'months'
Idalia had briefly been categorized as a Category 4 storm before winds tapered off at a relentless 125 mph as it made landfall at 7:45 a.m. near Keaton Beach in...
Nevada brothel offers discount to residents of the ‘most sexually repressed’ state in the nation
A legal brothel in Wells, Nevada has announced that, for the rest of 2023, customers with an ID from this state will enjoy a 10% discount on “all sensual services”...
San Fran store clerk dies after being beaten with baseball bat by thief stealing beer
Yowhannes “John” Tewelde, 60, never regained consciousness after suffering a major brain injury during the attack at Richmond Market and died at a local hospital shortly before 2:30 p.m. on...
Florida's Citrus County imposes mandatory curfew in Idalia's aftermath
Hurricane Idalia swept through Florida Wednesday morning with catastrophic storm surges and damaging winds, leaving two men dead in storm-related incidents before moving into Georgia. Follow the Post's live updates...
Why the Liberty’s duels with the Aces showed they could be the NYC superteam that actually delivers
The Liberty's evolution against the defending champion Aces reveals a superteam capable of winning a title continuing to come together.
Prince Harry's friends 'don't hear from him at all,' Charles' ex-butler claims month after royal skips pal's wedding
Grant Harrold, who worked for The King for seven years, says the Duke of Sussex has cut all ties with friends he once shared with brother Prince William.
'Different dude': Highly touted college QB gets final shot to fulfill promise
Spencer Rattler threw for 3,026 yards and 18 touchdowns, while leading South Carolina (8-5) to its first season-ending ranking since 2013.
Disney World, other theme parks announce attraction closures as Idalia wallops Florida
Florida’s major theme parks have closed some attractions and modified schedules to prepare for Hurricane Idalia -- which barreled toward the state’s Big Bend region as a Category 4 monster...
Giants receiver who was nearly cut last year emerges as team leader: 'He's been through a lot'
A year ago Tuesday, which was the mandatory final cutdown day for NFL teams, Darius Slayton was ready to pack his bags and move on.
California mall to require unaccompanied teens to wear ID lanyards after large brawl
Hundreds of people were at the mall because the movie theater was offering $4 movie tickets as part of National Cinema Day, FOX Los Angeles reported.
Lion escapes into heavy traffic in Pakistani city, causing panic for hours
An adult lion escaped from a private vehicle amidst heavy traffic in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi on Tuesday, causing panic for two hours before it was recaptured, police...
Hurricane Idalia barrels toward Florida coast as terrifying Category 3 storm
The National Weather Service in Tallahassee called Idalia “an unprecedented event” since no major hurricanes on record have ever passed through the bay abutting the Big Bend.
Russia says it foiled major Ukrainian drone attack
Russia said it foiled one of the biggest Ukrainian drone attacks to date on western Russia on Wednesday, shooting down unmanned aircraft over at least six regions, and destroyed a...
Teacher, 31, killed by fallen utility pole on her lunch break; family wants $100M for her estate
Relatives of Robinson are seeking $100 million for her estate as well as a $10 million trust for an annual scholarship in Robinson’s name, among other requests.
Gabonese military officers announce they have seized power
A group of senior Gabonese military officers appeared on national television in the early hours of Wednesday and said they had taken power, minutes after the state election body announced...
Yankees youngster thrilled he got to meet one of his heroes
Monday night, Oswaldo Cabrera nearly cried as he stood at third base and for the first time shared a field with his hero. Tuesday, he got to meet him.
Florida AG warns new residents, potential looters ahead of Idalia landfall: ‘Law and order state'
"One thing that we hear from folks, ‘We want to adhere to the warnings, but we're concerned that our property may be in jeopardy if we're not there,’ and that...
Dear Abby: My husband said he'd cheat on me if he had the chance
Dear Abby weighs in on an unfaithful husband and a mother's concerns with her daughter's weight gain.
CNN expected to name former New York Times exec as CEO
Multiple senior executives at Warner Bros. Discovery have already been notified of his apparent hiring, according to the New York Times.
Enigmatic Nets star opens up and vows to 'dominate' this season
After plenty of talk about Ben Simmons all summer, Ben Simmons opened up about his rehab, his status and relationship with head coach Jacque Vaughn.
Elderly Florida man arrested by FBI for $650 bank robbery to pay his rent
After identifying himself through the photos captured at the bank, the man told cops his heartbreaking motive behind his attempted robbery, saying he was "in desperate need for rent money,"...
This Met will get spot start after Carlos Carrasco was put on waivers
Buck Showalter said after the game that Denyi Reyes would be called up from Triple-A Syracuse to make the spot start on Wednesday.
11 aboard Atlanta-bound Delta flight injured when plane experiences 'severe turbulence'
Eleven people on a Delta flight were injured when the plane experienced "severe turbulence" before landing in Atlanta Tuesday night.
Aaron Rodgers gives Jets teammate hard time for penalty: 'All his f–king training camp money'
Randall Cobb’s illegal blindside block in the opening quarter of the Jets’ preseason finale prompted a fitting reaction from Aaron Rodgers.
Sleepy Joe: Biden privately admitted to feeling ‘tired’ amid age concerns, book claims
President Biden, in private, “would occasionally admit that he felt tired,” during his first two years as commander in chief, according to a forthcoming book.
Feisty Aaron Rodgers shades Giants linebacker in tense 'Hard Knocks' exchange
Giants outside linebacker Jihad Ward poked “the bear,” and Aaron Rodgers wasn't happy.
Jets 'tricked' receiver into thinking he didn't make team
Xavier Gipson, an undrafted free-agent receiver and kick returner, was duped by Jets higher-ups.
'Hard Knocks' pays homage to 'Sopranos' with legendary Robert Saleh moment
The Jets got "The Sopranos" treatment on "Hard Knocks" this week. During Tuesday's episode of the HBO docuseries following Gang Green, there were clips of head coach Robert Saleh driving...
Middle-schooler kicked out of class for 'Don't tread on me' patch that teacher claims originated with slavery
The child also had multiple patches of semi-automatic guns on his backpack.
Why Bryce Harper homered for 'hilarious' sports radio show caller: 'For Chuck!'
Bryce Harper hit his ninth home run of August in the Phillies' 12-7 win over the Angels, and he gave the credit for the homer to an unlikely source.
Giants veteran falls one out short of no-hitter
Spencer Steer doubled with two outs in the ninth inning for the Reds' first hit against the Giants' Alex Cobb on Tuesday in San Francisco's 6-1 win.
American jiu-jitsu master falls to his death from seawall in Italy after friend's wedding: 'Such a profound loss'
A world-renowned jiu-jitsu master who was attending a friend's wedding in Lake Como fell off a seawall and plummeted to his death over the weekend.