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December 13, 2023

Jets linebacker pushing for Pro Bowl nod with voting open: 'Should be higher'

Before Quincy Williams took questions Wednesday, he had one for the reporters, photographers and cameramen.

Nets stars earn some payback with win over Kevin Durant, Suns

In their return to Phoenix, Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson got some payback against the Suns team that traded them – and Kevin Durant, the star that forced the move...

Nurse who also works as DoorDash driver carjacked at gunpoint by 11-year-old: ‘Are you serious?’

A DoorDash driver in Richmond, Virginia, says she was carjacked at gunpoint by two people — including an 11-year-old boy — while making a delivery.

Elon Musk's mom Maye accuses Biden of stopping his plans to make 'world a better place' after Starlink loses $900M in subsidies

"Have you any idea how furious I am?" the model fumed on X.

Darren Waller optimistic about his Giants injury return

Waller has not played since the Week 8 overtime loss to the Jets, missing the past five games.

Mets add NBA All-Star's brother on minor-league deal

Thompson has bounced around for parts of seven major league seasons, mostly as a fourth outfielder.

Rangers aren't panicking over Igor Shesterkin's alarming play

The numbers suggest that this has been one of the worst stretches of Igor Shesterkin’s career.

Patrick Mahomes has simple message for Kadarius Toney after costly Chiefs blunder

The Chiefs star QB told reporters that he kept the message for Toney simple during the team’s first practice since the loss. 

Frustrating Islanders' trend continues in dramatic win

The Islanders play close games. Against everybody.

Hunter Biden can duck the hot seat all he wants -- but not the facts

Hunter Biden showed he has his father’s chutzpah Wednesday when he blew off a congressional subpoena to hold a woe-is-me press conference on Capitol Hill.

Senate passes record-breaking $886 billion defense policy bill 

The Senate authorized a record $886 billion in military spending for 2024 after passing the annual National Defense Authorization Act on Wednesday.  The 3,000-page must-pass bill received strong bipartisan support...

Zach Wilson's next Jets start comes with great anticipation

Jets fans, of course, are curious to see if what took place last Sunday was a mirage, an outlier, an aberration … or actual progress.

Chris Cuomo cracks up while interviewing influencer with Tourettes

The former CNN host heard such zingers as "Go f--k yourself, Chris! Little baby weiner, Banana up your ass! Butter your own biscuit, fat ass!" from popular TikTokker Baylen Dupree.

Shouting out the men and women of integrity who stood up for freedom in 2023

In the spirit of Christmas cheer, here is a shout out to some of the men and women of integrity who stood up this year to advance the cause of freedom with honor.

Mother says fertility doc secretly used own sperm to impregnate her decades ago: lawsuit

A woman claims a retired Boston fertility doctor secretly used his own sperm to impregnate her more than 40 years ago, a lawsuit claims. Sarah Depoian, 73, said she visited...

Person sets fire to papers inside NYC courthouse, injures 17 as judge in Trump fraud trial forced to evacuate

Some of the injured were coughing due to the chemicals released by the fire extinguisher, police said.

This glaring improvement spurred Tommy DeVito's biggest moment yet

DeVito’s glaring improvement in one particular area allowed the Giants to put a credible, effective offense in motion more often than not.

Rangers star still trying to get 'feeling back' after injury layoff

His normal expectations for offensive contributions might not align with the reality of instincts that need to get their “feeling back.”

I'm a professional gift picker — thanks to inflation, it's all about practical presents this Christmas

A desire to reduce waste — along with lighter wallets — could be leading to changing priorities.

Dick Van Dyke’s life in photos

Dick Van Dyke turned 98 on December 13, 2023. Take a glimpse into Dyke's legendary acting career and more memorable moments from the Emmy, Grammy and SAG Award-winning entertainer.

Lakers blasted for In-season Tournament celebration plan

A trio of sports media's elder statesmen eviscerated the idea of the Lakers hanging a banner for their in-season tournament victory.

International House of Prayer in Kansas City founder admits to 'past sins,' denies 'intense' sex misconduct allegations

“I ask that my family and friends do not defend me,” he said in his long statement. “I have confidence that the Lord will speak concerning what He sees and...

ESPN college football analyst rants against 'despicable lunatic fringe' fans

Kirk Herbstreit lost it on angry Florida State football fans still fuming over the ACC champion's exclusion from the College Football Playoff. 

Father of teen American hostage in Gaza asks Biden to ‘get a deal done’ with Hamas to free his son 

Ruby Chen’s 19-year-old son Itay Chen had been on active duty with the Israel Defense Forces when he was kidnapped from his post near the Gaza border on Oct. 7.

Zach Wilson is taking none of the credit for his career-best day

Zach Wilson wants to make one thing clear: Sunday was not about him.

'Yellowstone’s' Cole Hauser adds whiskey brand to resume amid Taylor Sheridan coffee feud

Sheridan's Montana ranch is suing Hauser for trademark infringement over his coffee company.

I'm a private investigator — here are four dead giveaways your partner is cheating on you

Cheaters never prosper — provided their partners look out for these warning signs. Now, one experienced private investigator is speaking out about the most common behavioral traits in philanderers that...

Three sled dogs killed after snowmachine collides head-on with team in Alaska: cops

“They truly embodied the Alaskan spirit and will live on through their teammates and in my heart.”

Border closure has US citizens considering illegally crossing rather than take 8-hour drive

U.S. Customs and Border Protection closed the Lukeville Port of Entry on Dec. 4, leaving the Mexican resort town of Rocky Point struggling to stay alive without vital tourist dollars.

The DOJ's latest ploy to get Biden re-elected: Get Trump in the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court should reject special counsel Jack Smith’s latest ploy to short-circuit the 2024 election after he petitioned the court to intervene in the trial proceedings against Donald Trump.

NBA suspends Draymond Green indefinitely after striking Suns star

The NBA finally brought the hammer down on Draymond Green after his third ejection this season added to the long list he has accumulated over his 11-year career.

Turmeric soap hailed as secret to getting clear, 'glass skin' — but does it live up to the hype?

The TikTok hashtag #turmericsoap has 238.5 million views — we asked the experts to explain why it's so popular.

Florida mom arrested by The Grinch after she allegedly lied about thief stealing her kids' presents

Shana Hudson, 39, the Florida mother who received donations after a burglar supposedly stole her children's Christmas gifts, was outed as a liar and taken into custody – with The...

Everything to know about the House's impeachment inquiry vote on Biden

House lawmakers have voted to formalize the impeachment inquiry into President Biden.

Princeton punished me for fighting to fix DEI and antisemitism on campus

The past two months have made clear to me that institutional DEI tolerates — and thereby encourages — the particularly awful hatred of antisemitism.

Patrick Mahomes apologized to Josh Allen for handshake outburst

Josh Allen told reporters on Wednesday that Patrick Mahomes had reached out to him to apologize for the way he had acted during the postgame handshake. 

Congress wants to unleash federal spies at your hotel and coffee shop

The FBI exploited FISA to illegally spy on the Trump presidential campaign and to wrongfully search millions of Americans’ emails and online records.

Comically bizarre Russian calendar shows beefy Putin and soldiers attacking US Capitol

For a mere $50, you can have a beefy Vladimir Putin gracing your walls and desks in 2024.

Tommy DeVito isn't letting his folk hero status change him

During a month when most Giants fans and most Italian-Americans toast Tommy DeVito, here were his Giants teammates celebrating the folk hero among them.

Greg Schiano's Rutgers extension starts with $6.25 million in 2024

Schiano, in his second stint coaching at Rutgers, had four years left on the eight-year deal that he had signed with the university in 2019.

Deadly foreign cyberthreats, abolish speech codes and other commentary

Harvard University President Claudine Gay and University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill testified during the House Education and Workforce Committee Hearing.

Gerrymander gets the go-ahead after Democrats corrupted NY's top court

New York's top court gave Democrats the go-ahead to gerrymander the state's House seats after they'd stacked the Court of Appeals for just this reason.

Knicks duo battling for limited All-Star spots

The Knicks could have two All-Stars. They could have zero.

Embattled Harvard president Claudine Gay attends menorah lighting after widespread antisemitism backlash

The under-fire president was among the roughly 100 people to gather at the daily lighting ceremony, organized by the Harvard Chabad, at the campus' Harvard Park.

AI is coming for Hollywood: 'Needed editing but, then, so would our writer'

AMaer Roshan, born in Iran, educated here, been co-editor of the Hollywood Reporter —whose current issue spotlights Carey Mulligan — says AI will revolutionize Hollywood as we know it.

Home improvement icon Bob Vila downsizes with $12.5M Palm Beach home

Months after putting his sumptuous Palm Beach spread on the market for an eye-popping $53 million, revered fixer-upper Bob Vila bought a smaller historic home in the enclave last week...

New Jersey man who joked about throwing a Walmart self-checkout party turns event into toy drive

Drew Delgado, of Toms River, thought it would be funny to host a party in the self-checkout aisle at Walmart to celebrate bagging one's own groceries.

Ex-employee who allegedly stole $22 million from Jaguars was 'legendarily bad' DFS bettor

Amit Patel, the former Jaguars employee who allegedly stole $22 million from the team for sports betting purposes, was reportedly well-known for his terrible gambling prowess. 

Simone Biles speaks out on pregnancy rumors after flood of Instagram comments

On Monday, Simone Biles posted a photo on Instagram from the Packers' game against the Giants, and a number of commenters speculated positively about the idea that she might be...

10 Israeli troops killed by Hamas in Gaza fighting — highest single-day loss of life since October

Israeli forces suffered their worst single-day losses in over a month during a bloody Hamas ambush -- which also claimed the life of the highest ranking officer killed since fighting...

Inside 'squalor' apartments owned by NYC's 'worst landlord -- who totaled over 3K violations: Squatters, drugs and defecation

Johnathan Santana topped the 2023 "Worst Landlord Watchlist" after racking up a record 3,293 open violations across 15 buildings in Manhattan and Queens, according to a new report released Wednesday...

Veteran FDNY EMT ran over ex-wife, dragged her with car: prosecutors

An FDNY paramedic was arrested this week for allegedly running over his ex-wife and dragging her with his car during a fight in Brooklyn, authorities said. Brent Blake, 54, allegedly...

Mattel to make American Girl doll live-action movie after ‘Barbie’ success

“Barbie” may soon be joined by another Mattel doll on the big screen. The toy company is developing a live-action film based on its American Girl doll line, Mattel announced Wednesday.

The Biden goalpost moves (again) to Joe not 'FINANCIALLY' involved in Hunter's sleaze

Hunter Biden just moved the goalpost again on the central question of his dad’s role in his global influence-peddling business: Joe, he now says, wasn’t "financially involved."

House votes to condemn college presidents after antisemitism 'failure' -- bipartisan measure singles out Harvard, MIT heads

The resolution, authored by four lawmakers condemns antisemitism in campuses across the country and the viral testimony last week.

Shohei Ohtani attends Dodgers' star-studded Yoshinobu Yamamoto sales pitch

Los Angeles had a star-studded sales team awaiting Yamamoto for their meeting with him, which included their newest and biggest free agent signing Shohei Ohtani.

Carlos Mendoza excited to reunite with fellow ex-Yankees prospect on Mets

For the first time in more than a decade, Carlos Mendoza and José Quintana are on the same team again.

Speedy robot dog sets Guinness record with sub-20 second 100M run

HOUND, a mechanical dog created by a designer at a South Korean lab, set a new record by running the 100-meter dash in under 20 seconds, Guinness World Records announced...

Detransitioner who says ideology trumped her health as a minor targets pediatrics academy in novel lawsuit

“I don't want puberty to be the enemy," said Isabelle Ayala, who decided to transition to male during early puberty, later regretting her choice.

'Not exaggerating': Violent threats from shoplifters soar, Home Depot honcho tells Congress

“Retailers are not exaggerating this problem.”

Millions could suffer from little-known, energy-sapping sleep disorder: researchers

People with idiopathic hypersomnia get a good night's sleep but feel excessively tired during the day. They also have difficulty waking up and feel confused when doing so.

Here are the safest — and most dangerous — countries for travel in 2024

A flurry of colder countries have been named most secure in an annual study conducted by risk assessment firm International SOS.

Watch scooter-riding Brit mow down elderly man in fight over 'the last pastry'

It was a dough-mestic dispute.

House approves impeachment inquiry into Biden after Hunter dramatics

The House voted Wednesday to authorize an impeachment inquiry into President Biden, allowing committee chairmen to further their case that he benefitted from Hunter Biden's business dealings.

I turn NYC men into 'daddies' to navigate the city's cut-throat dating scene

Think Travis Kelce and Pedro Pascal, not Joe Alwyn or anyone who has ever been in a boy band.

Mets third base option putting in the work with plan for position in flux

The righty-hitting Vientos has always been seen as a bat-first player and received the bulk of his major league time last season as a DH.

Billboard truck slams GWU faculty who excused Hamas atrocities, praised terrorists' 'right of resistance'

A billboard truck circled George Washington University’s campus on Tuesday to target faculty members who have excused Hamas’ acts of terror on Oct. 7, according to photos and video footage...

90-year-old grandmother reveals her biggest life regrets

A plucky 90-year-old grandmother has revealed her biggest life regrets in a viral TikTok video – and it might surprise you.

Apparent stranger charged with murder of Detroit synagogue leader during break-in

A 28-year-old man was charged with the murder of Detroit synagogue leader Samantha Woll Wednesday after he allegedly broke into her house two months ago, prosecutors said. Michael Jackson-Bolanos was...

FanDuel bettor wins nearly $9,000 off $5 bet with First Basket parlay

Betting on first-basket props is perhaps the most exciting way to gamble on the NBA. And sometimes, the most profitable as well.

Sleep expert reveals 3 best positions for your health — and to save your relationship

These sleep poses are so easy you could do them with your eyes closed — and get a better night's rest.

Billionaire Ronald Lauder sells architect Philip Johnson's only NYC home for $19.99M

The 242 E. 52nd St. property has long stood out among its neighbors as a surviving example of the modern movement in architecture.

Ben Roethlisberger goes off on Steelers, Mike Tomlin: Tradition 'is done'

Ben Roethlisberger is worried the "Steeler Way" is a thing of the past.

Breaking down Igor Shesterkin's struggles

Vezina-winning goalie Igor Shesterkin is in a rough patch of his own this season, not playing like the all-world goaltender that Rangers fans have seen.

MIT blasted for failing to act on antisemitism as Jewish students say 'bounties' are offered for their IDs

A blistering letter signed by hundreds of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) alumni has rebuked the school for fostering a "national reputation for antisemitism" as Jewish students claim "bounties" are offered...

Zelensky says Ukraine aid won’t run out until February — despite White House claims

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) in a closed-door meeting on Tuesday that military aid for Ukraine won’t run out for the next few months —...

Shohei Ohtani's $700 million contract contains mysterious opt-out

A new layer of intrigue has come up after Shohei Ohtani signed a 10-year, $700 million contract with a vast majority of the money deferred.

Millennials, Gen Z go on tirades over jobs climate: 'A bone to pick with America'

Young Gen Z and millennial influencers are facing social media backlash — and some commenters’ support — about not being able to secure a job in the 2023 economy.

San Francisco crime, drugs hurt Giants' Shohei Ohtani pursuit: franchise great

Ex-Giants great Buster Posey provided a sober revelation after the organization lost out on Shohei Ohtani to the rival Dodgers.

New Yorker adorns home with 12 trees and 13,000 lights: 'Christmas is not a day, it's a frame of mind'

If holiday cheer were a competition, Frankie “Christmas” Bianco would be a serious contender for the gold.

Trump 2020 election case halted as SCOTUS weighs immunity

Former president Donald Trump's 2020 election subversion case has effectively been put on ice pending a Supreme Court appeal, the presiding judge revealed Wednesday.

Adults take this many weeks on average to prepare for holidays: poll

Between planning and decorating, it takes the average American six weeks to prepare for the holiday season.

Knicks bring back Tom Thibodeau favorite with Mitchell Robinson out

Gibson, 38, is among the oldest active players. This will be his third stint with the Knicks after leaving in the 2022 offseason to sign with the Wizards.

Student hospitalized after horrifying caught-on-video beatdown near Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

A student at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School -- the site of one of the nation's worst mass shootings -- was savagely beaten by a gang of teens in a...

3-year-old girl mauled by dog on play date, leading to hours-long facial surgery

A 3-year-old girl was viciously attacked by a dog in England, requiring three hours of facial surgery. Young Eloise Smith was at a playdate at a friend’s home in Doncaster,...

Comedian seen having a blast at Karol G concert days before he was kidnapped, murdered in Colombia

American comedian and activist Tou Ger Xiong filmed himself happily partying at a large Karol G concert in Medellín, Colombia, just days before his grizzly murder.

Megyn Kelly calls for boycott of Taylor Swift

Outspoken podcaster Megyn Kelly called for a boycott of Taylor Swift after the pop superstar attended a fundraiser that provided “humanitarian relief to the people of Gaza.”

How much are tickets to see Shohei Ohtani vs. Juan Soto at Yankee Stadium?

This just might be a preview of the 2024 World Series.

Ex-deputy reaches plea deal in death of K-9 partner left in scorching hot police truck for 22 hours

Dallas Wingate said he put the police dog named Bear in the truck for barking at a deer.

Meeting your partner’s parents over the holidays? Here are 9 tips for making the best impression

While it can be nerve-wrecking to enter this milestone, there are some things you can do to make sure the important moment isn't a complete disaster.

Japan’s oldest person dead at 116

Fusa Tatsumi, the oldest person in Japan, has died at the age of 116 years old.

'Tinselling' is the cheery new holiday dating trend that could actually be harmful

All that glitters could spell trouble.

I'm a stay-at-home girlfriend — my man spent $1M to give me a stress-free life

“Every expense is on him," Yelena Lala, 25, boasted. "I never have to worry about anything. I live a stress-free life."

Hunter Biden's victim sob story: Letters to the Editor — Dec. 14, 2023

The Issue: Hunter Biden’s complaints about media attention amid an indictment and House investigation. Hunter Biden appears so delusional that he now asks for our sympathy (“Poor Me!” Dec. 9)....

‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer' actor dead at 68

Toy portrayed some of The WB drama's creepiest monsters.

We rounded up all the long underwear and thermal layers you'll need this winter

Shop winter-time weather picks for men, women and kids to b-r-r-ace the cold.

Zach Wilson's mom enjoys victory lap after QB's dominant Jets game

Zach Wilson's mom is celebrating the Jets quarterback's winning week.

Trump legal defense fund spent thousands on Mar-a-Lago party —and none on legal fees: filing

A defense fund meant to aid employees and associates of former President Donald Trump who have been caught up in the legal cases against him has raised more than $1.6...

Nearly half of Americans believe their loved ones are more excited to see their pets on the holidays

Nearly half of Americans believe that their loved ones are more excited to see their pet this holiday season than they are to see them.

Ex-girlfriend feared former tennis star had naked video after hidden camera discovery

Former Wimbledon finalist David Nalbandian's ex-girlfriend, model Araceli Torrado, has filed for a restraining order against him nearly three weeks after she accused him of installing hidden cameras in the apartment...

What Jonathan Majors' trial could mean for the future of the MCU

His legal troubles and their optics are huge problems for Disney, because Kang is not just another one-off supervillain.

Boston mayor under fire for 'no whites' Christmas party for city's 'Electeds of Color'

An aide to the mayor of Boston mistakenly sent out an invite for Wu's "Electeds of Color Holiday Party" to all members of the Boston City Council.

Financial bigwigs pulling funds from UPenn professorship over instructor's anti-Israel posts endorsing 'hatred and violence'

Hedge fund bigwig, Henry Jackson, and his singer wife, Stacey, confirmed to The Post they are in talks with UPenn to cut ties with political science professor, Anne Norton, following...

Bali driver claimed '$2 million' reward after returning lost phone -- but there's a catch

In the ultimate Hail Mary, a Balinese driver in Canggu has become a “millionaire” after helping a tourist find his phone on the beach.

What's Tom Brady doing in the Netflix Is A Joke Festival lineup?

Headliners on the bill include Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock and hundreds more.

'Australia's most sexually active woman' reveals what happened when she was outed to her dad

She’s become a household name after being dubbed “Australia’s most sexually active woman,” but Annie Knight has revealed there’s a dark side to being open about her sexuality.

Biden 'familiar' with Hunter's plan to disregard congressional subpoena over foreign dealings: White House

President Biden knew ahead of time that his son Hunter would make a plea to the media Wednesday morning instead of complying with a congressional subpoena for his testimony.

Grandma of Georgia high school football player shot dead says he signaled something was wrong before killing

"The way he looked at me, like he wanted to tell me something he couldn't," Maxcine Smith, 51, told The Post Wesnesday of the last moment she had with Brandon...

QR code scams are on the rise, FTC warns — here's how to protect yourself

QR codes have become increasingly popular since the COVID-19 pandemic, which proliferated their usage in the form of paperless menus or bills.

How I revealed the mail thief next door — and got revenge on my package-stealing neighbor

One neighbor’s revenge is an example of out-of-the-box thinking.

Gen Z more afraid of the world than than previous generations — even though it's safer than ever: study

"Despite risk analysis research demonstrating that we live in one of the safest times ever, Gen Z experiences a disparity in risk assessment from their older counterparts," lead researcher Professor...

Inside the Al Michaels scoop

Andrew Marchand and John Ourand discuss Al Michaels' future and Shohei Ohtani landing with the Dodgers.

Tom Brady's fake Expos career irks Hall of Famer

“What does this say about baseball?”

Menorah from famous 1931 photo with Nazi flag made a Hanukkah visit to Gaza-Israel frontlines

The menorah from an iconic 1931 photo — showing it on a windowsill as a Nazi party flag flies outside — was brought to the frontlines of the Israel-Gaza war for...

George Santos slams 'full of s--t' Jimmy Kimmel over Cameo feud: 'I'm making six figures'

"Let Jimmy Kimmel be Jimmy Kimmel. He's full of s--t, that's all." — George Santos

Dow jumps more than 500 points, closes at record high as Fed opens door to rate cuts

Stocks have been rising in recent weeks on the view that the Fed is likely done hiking rates and will shift to rate cuts next year.

New details emerge from heated Juwan Howard incident centered around his son

"No punches were thrown, but things became heated to the point where the two were separated."

Why this Rimowa carry-on is the best luggage investment: our review

Elevate how you travel with Rimowa.

California man shot black bear that repeatedly bit him and had 'standoff' with his dog

A California resident was repeatedly bitten by a black bear that charged at him in his yard -- before he shot it to save his dog.

GOP critics decry 'regulatory harassment' as FCC denies Elon Musk's Starlink $900M in subsidies

Musk personally blasted the FCC’s decision, writing on X that Starlink “is the only company actually solving rural broadband at scale!”

Off-duty LI cop accidentally leaves gun in high school bathroom: authorities

The male officer – also a local Board of Education member – accidentally left his off-duty firearm in the bathroom at the Eastport South Manor Junior Senior High School, where...

Inside the 'depressing' Patriots atmosphere with Bill Belichick's end looming

The dark cloud hanging over Foxborough doesn't appear to be dissipating.

Columbia University urged to permanently banish anti-Israel groups for staging rogue protests

International Legal Forum is demanding Columbia University banish Israel-bashing groups Students for Justice in Palestine and Jewish Voices for Peace once and for all for their antisemitic behavior.

The hardest working member of the royal family in 2023 revealed

This person took on the most engagements over any other person of the Windsor clan in 2023.

Video shows Marvel star being chased by accusing ex after alleged violent encounter over 'flirty text'

The surveillance footage shows Majors, 34, pushing his ex Grace Jabbari, 30, away from him in Chinatown -- and then sprinting off.

Dow closes at all-time high after Fed halts rate hikes, signals cuts

The Dow Jones Industrial Average blew past its all-time record close Wednesday, surpassing 37,000, within hours of the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates steady -- and a forecast...

Cam Newton's criticism of top quarterbacks turns him into ESPN laughingstock

Some ESPN analysts called out former quarterback Cam Newton for calling quarterbacks Brock Purdy, Tua Tagovailoa, Jared Goff and Dak Prescott "game-managers" and not "difference-makers" for their respective teams.

Southwest Airlines is praised for 'customers of size' policy that allows overweight flyers to purchase one seat and get another complimentary

Plus-size TikTokkers are praising Southwest Airlines for its “customer of size” policy, which allows overweight passengers to request a complimentary seat.

Mortgage payments on a new home have risen 90% under Biden's presidency

Still, real estate experts advise potential buyers against waiting for a market shift and brace for an extended period of higher interest rates.

'Bachelor' star allegedly sold high volume of drugs to undercover police officer

Marjorie Griffiths went from appearing on television in the most recent season of "The Bachelor" to appearing in court after she was arrested for drug supply and money laundering.

NY Republicans pitch resolution condemning Hochul's Clean Slate Act

New York Republican Reps. Anthony D’Esposito and Elise Stefanik are introducing a resolution to condemn Gov. Kathy Hochul over the so-called Clean Slate Act.

Harvard doxxing truck hounds embattled president Claudine Gay outside her home: 'The best friend Hamas ever had'

Harvard's "doxxing truck" returned with a photo of President Claudine Gay -- and then parked outside of her home, The Post has learned.

Huge huntsman spider freaks out woman in drive-thru line

"I'm going to throw up!" A drive-thru customer in Australia was petrified to find a huntsman spider on her side-view mirror while trying order. Alexandra Bell, 30, from Canada, was...

The story behind Joe Namath guaranteeing a Jets win in Super Bowl III

Todd Ehrlich, author of 'The 20 Greatest Moments in New York Sports History' book, joins New York Post Sports anchor Dexter Henry in-studio to discuss the previously unknown parts of...

Comparing crime rates to 2019 show just how dangerous 'reforms' have been

Crime is down a statistically insignificant 0.77% this year compared to 2022, but it is a hefty 33.7% higher than it was in 2019, before bail reform and discovery reform...

Drunken, belligerent tourist 'sexually molested' manatee statue at Florida restaurant: police

A tourist settled right into the "Florida Man" trope and was arrested after allegedly creating an obnoxious drunken scene at two St. Pete Beach establishments.

Moms trounced for painting kids' toys 'sad beige' to match home decor: 'Cold and lifeless'

"I can already hear you thinking that I'm going to ruin my toddler's Christmas by painting over these colors," one mom said.

Keyshawn opens up about life after ESPN, what Skip Bayless is really like

Keyshawn Johnson is enjoying his fresh start at Fox Sports after being laid off by ESPN.

Why are people cutting their hair to look like a jellyfish? 'Edgy' trend divides social media

"Looks like when a kid gets ahold of the scissors and cuts their own hair."

Former Army medic’s ex-boyfriend faces upgraded murder charge in grisly death

A Minnesota man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend just days after he was released from jail for previously assaulting her has been indicted on upgraded murder charges.

The Pope reveals where he wants to be buried -- here's why it's not the Vatican

Francis, who turns 87 on Sunday, also said he never thought about resigning this year despite a series of health scares.

Taylor Swift parties with boyfriend Travis Kelce after Chiefs game in new video

In newly surfaced video footage, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were seen leaving Miracle, a Christmas popup bar in Kansas City, on Sunday night following the Chiefs’ 20-17 loss against the...

Trial testimony wraps in Trump fraud case as ex-prez shuts down possibility of settlement

Testimony wrapped in the civil fraud case against Donald Trump following over two months of trial and as Trump signaled he had no intention of settling. 

I died for 24 minutes — I woke up to my second life

Author Lauren Canaday was declared "clinically dead" after her heart stopped beating for a whole 24 minutes before she was resuscitated.

Supreme Court takes up Jan. 6 case that could upend Trump charges

The Supreme Court is taking up a case that could torpedo charges against hundreds of Jan. 6 rioters and Donald Trump

Homeless man allegedly holds Atlanta news crew hostage, threatens to shoot them -- before cops show up 90 mins later

A homeless Georgia man has been charged with making terroristic threats for allegedly holding two TV station journalists hostage for 90 minutes – and threatening to shoot them if they...

Apple reportedly facing potential hefty fine in App Store fight with Spotify

EU authorities are putting the finishing touches to a decision that would prohibit Apple's practice of blocking music services from pushing their users away from App Store to alternative subscription options,...

This $2.59M NYC co-op comes with a coveted key to Gramercy Park

Artist Jennifer Rubell is looking to part ways with a three-bedroom with four baths, an office and a balcony overlooking the storied park.

Inside rival's nearly 'identical' Shohei Ohtani pursuit after astonishing Dodgers deal

The Dodgers' rival increased and adjusted its offers to meet Shohei Ohtani's requests.

'Safe and sound': US woman rescued after being kidnapped in Guatemala for $19K ransom

The 35-year-old victim was found alive and rescued by police in a remote village, the Guatemala Interior Ministry reported Tuesday.

Netflix reveals most watched shows -- with 'The Night Agent' topping list at 812 million hours

The streaming giant, which has been criticized for its lack of transparency about how movies and shows perform, said subscribers spent 812 million hours -- the equivalent of nearly 100,000...

Deputy editor-in-chief of Putin's favorite newspaper found dead at 35 -- one year after boss' death

Anna Tsareva, the deputy editor-in-chief of Komsomolskaya Pravda, was found dead in her Moscow apartment.

Pickleball helps boost seniors’ mental health, offers 'adaptability and accessibility': Study

For many of today’s older adults, a pickleball paddle is the best medicine.

NYC jewelry store owner shot during stick-up charged intruders with chair before they made off with $15K in gold chains

Three men burst into the store, where the 59-year-old victim was working, on Junction Boulevard near 37th Avenue in Corona around 6:30 p.m. Tuesday and snatched up assorted jewelry, police...

Ex-Facebook diversity manager pleads guilty to bilking $4M from company in kickback scheme to fund lavish lifestyle: feds

Among those recruited to participate in the kickback scheme included some of Furlow-Smiles' former interns, her "university tutor," a hair stylist, babysitters and nannies, the feds said.

Our team found tix to see Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor on his solo tour

Here's how to see a whole new side of Slipknot.

Drone footage shows hundreds of migrants crossing Rio Grande and crawling through wire at the southern border

Video posted online shows hundreds of migrants neatly organized in lines behind a chain-linked fence as they wait to be processed by border officials.

NYC apartment panned as 'glorified prison cell' comes with shockingly high rent price — and prime location

Internet denizens believe this bite-sized Greenwich Village unit, which asked a big amount in rent, may get the gold for the smallest apartment in the land.

Here's how to watch Taylor Swift’s 'Eras Tour' movie, streaming on her birthday

The extended version of the film includes her performances of “Wildest Dreams,” “The Archer” and “Long Live.”

Nobody can pronounce my baby's name— I think it's easy

Australian mom Hannah Sands gave birth to her son in May 2022, but after just a few minutes, people were already mispronouncing his name.

Doritos rolls out $65 bottle of nacho cheese-flavored liquor that 'tastes like the real thing'

Doritos is betting its nacho-cheese flavored liquor is all that and a bag of chips -- for $65 a bottle. The PepsiCo-owned snack food has partnered with drink company Empirical...

He's 98! Dick Van Dyke hit the gym with wife Arlene Silver, 52, day before birthday

The "Mary Poppins" actor is celebrating his 98th birthday on Dec. 13.

BP clawing back $40M from ex-CEO Bernard Looney who had relationships with colleagues

Looney resigned in September after less than four years in the role for failing to fully disclose details of past personal relationships with colleagues.

HP's cartridge-free printers are your solution to high ink prices

Their ink tank printers come with two years' worth of ink!

Google is quietly shutting down a popular app in a service shake-up

Google is deleting a popular app in another shakeup at the company.

NJ man found naked on top of his mother's decapitated body: 'Jesus loves me'

As officers took Jeffrey Surgent into custody, he began screaming that he had killed his mother -- then started to sing "Jesus Loves Me," according to court documents.

Wife of Eagles star calls out 'sickening' social media treatment

Her post comes as the Eagles have dropped two straight games to the 49ers and Cowboys.

I want an 'inflationship' — let's live sexless and financially free in the same bed

The fed-up bedfellow shamed society for unofficially levying a tax on single folks by forcing them to pay double for shelter and goods.  

OpenAI to pay Politico, Business Insider publisher for content in landmark deal

When users ask ChatGPT a question, it will deliver summaries of relevant news stories from Axel Springer brands including Politico, Business Insider, Bild and Welt.

I'm a self-defense expert — here are 6 safety tips for holiday shopping at stores

"If there is a cart ever behind your car ... it's a red flag," Katie Ring, a self-defense instructor, revealed in one important tip.

Ron DeSantis says he'd rather US back Israel over Ukraine

The Florida governor noted that the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel by Hamas "impacted my state, because I had so many people that go back and forth."

Travis Kelce lashes out over Chiefs criticism: 'F--k that'

Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce called out those "talking s--t" about the Chiefs' struggles following Sunday's 20-17 loss to their AFC rival Bills.

Cause of morning sickness in pregnancy finally revealed — with potential treatment: new study

"When I was pregnant, I became so ill that I could barely move without being sick," said one of the medical researchers.

Yawn: Latest CDC fearmongering on COVID hospitalizations falls flat

The CDC has tried to scare Americans to death about COVID for years while recommending deeply unscientific policies. Their latest terror push seems to be falling flat.

Couple arrested after kitten found in duct-taped sandwich container tests positive for meth

A Utah couple were arrested after their 6-week-old kitten was found trapped in a small poop-filled sandwich container with methamphetamine in her system.

Poison control got 3,000 calls due to Ozempic overdoses this year

One overdose case involved a 50-year-old man who accidentally gave himself 50 units instead of 5 units of semaglutide. He vomited for two days and had nausea for a week.

Dodgers closing in on trade for ace after Shohei Ohtani signing coup

The Dodgers and Rays are discussing a trade focused around flame-throwing righty Tyler Glasnow, according to multiple reports.

I dropped 11 in. off my waist with the 3-2-1 method — here's how it works

Feeling fatigued and frustrated — and failing to lose the weight she wanted — the fitness influencer decided to create a far gentler exercise routine dubbed "3-2-1", and surprisingly found...

Patti Smith, 76, is hospitalized in Italy due to a 'sudden illness': report

Smith, 76, was slated to take the stage at Teatro Duse, the oldest theater in Bologna, before taking ill.

Megyn Kelly calls for boycott of Taylor Swift after she attends Gaza fundraiser comedy show

Megyn Kelly fumed that Swift "owes Israelis and Jewish Americans an apology" for attending the event, which provided "humanitarian relief to the people of Gaza."

The pickiest people on dating apps revealed: 'Impossibly high standards'

It might be so hard to date in the Big Apple because New Yorkers may be just superficial.

Oprah Winfrey reacts to Drew Barrymore creepily caressing her arm

It was a touching exchange.

Man blows up his apartment trying to kill cockroach with insecticide

A Japanese man trying to kill a single cockroach inadvertently turned into a firebug when he blew up his own apartment, officials said. The epic pest control fail was reported...

NHL analyst 'declaring war' after Islanders legend fumes over attack on fans

Paul Bissonnette has gotten under Islanders great Butch Goring's skin again.

Supreme Court to decide access to abortion pill available via mail

The Supreme Court is once again diving into the abortion scrum, revealing plans Wednesday to decide policies governing access to a prominent abortion pill.

Citi to pay bonuses for most of 2023 to workers laid off in massive overhaul: source

The news comes at a time when the bank is undertaking a sweeping reorganization that is expected to be complete by the end of the first quarter of next year.

Tommy DeVito, Zach Wilson earn NFL accolades after Giants and Jets triumphs

The league has taken notice.

Julia Roberts knows where Richard Gere's 'Pretty Woman' character is today: He's dead

Roberts spilled the tea on where the film's characters would be today.

TikTok star gets blind date with 'country' boy after having a viral meltdown over a spider

A single Australian woman has landed a date after she went on national television and made an appeal for a “country bloke.”

Disney's wildly popular candy canes cost a whopping $70 a pound

These aren't your momma's peppermint sticks — Disneyland's candy canes cost a pretty penny, ringing it at just under $22.

Couple roasted for jumping into ice bath for 'weirdly random' gender reveal

This is one way to break the ice.

Don't believe Democrats' myths: There's clear evidence for investigating President Biden

Despite overwhelming evidence of a corrupt Biden family influence-peddling operation worth millions of dollars, not a single Democratic member is expected to vote for an impeachment inquiry into the allegations.

Guy Fieri refuses to leave fortune to his kids: You'll have to 'come and take it from me'

"My dad says, 'When I die, you can expect that I'm going to die broke, and you're going to be paying for the funeral.'" — Guy Fieri

Viewers horrified after travel blogger eats raw chicken dish: 'Cannot comprehend'

A food and travel blogger has filmed the moment he tried a dish of raw chicken for the first time at a restaurant – shocking social media users from across...

Tesla recalls nearly all US cars to fix Autopilot flaw -- amid tech's link to fatal Virginia wreck

The recall – reportedly the largest in Tesla’s history – emerged as part of a still-ongoing investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Bargain hunters: Thieves pushed deal on felony charges — because items they stole were on sale

The thieves stole brand-name shoes, clothing, and numerous high-end kitchen appliances -- getting them nicknamed the "KitchenAid Mixer Crew," according to prosecutors.

Which classic rocker is coming out of retirement for a second time?

If you feel like we do, you're excited about this tour.

Tommy DeVito's agent reveals Jets' interest in QB that took 'mad' turn

If the Jets had more interest, there might be a very different Tommy DeVito story playing out in New Jersey.

Utah woman seen hurling racial slur at interracial family, pushing pregnant mom in stomach

A Utah woman has gone viral in videos filmed over the past few months showing her hurling hateful insults at a biracial family -- and even pushing the stomach of...

Gen Z launches its own political party in Australia -- platform includes no taxes for anyone under 25

An emerging political party is writing serious checks, demanding free university, no income tax for people under 25 years old, net zero and nuclear power, and drug decriminalization.

Tis' the season for thoughtful giving: 50 Christmas gift baskets for everyone on your list

A little something to show how much you care! 

Movie lovers are losing it after discovering this naughty deleted scene from 'The Santa Clause'

Die-hard fans of the beloved holiday classic ‘The Santa Clause’ recently stumbled upon a hidden secret—an amusing yet controversial scene that never made it to the final cut. 

Suns center thinks Draymond Green needs help after punch: Glad he didn't 'choke me'

Jusuf Nurkic saw one positive to being punched in the face by Draymon Green on Tuesday.

Longtime member of The Beach Boys dead at 67

Beach Boys musician Jeffrey Foskett died Monday at age 67. He had been battling anaplastic thyroid cancer.

Billionaire Bill Ackman bashes NY Times' 'misleading' story on his stance on Harvard's antisemitism

Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman called out the New York Times for publishing a "false and misleading" story about why he's been outspoken about on-campus antisemitism at Harvard. The...

Chiefs heiress' birthday tribute shows Taylor Swift connection has been going on for years

It seems Gracie Hunt and Taylor Swift's bond goes back beyond December.

Rodeo star, 24, dies duck hunting when waders fill with water, weigh him down

Jackson Williams, 24, died Sunday morning when he went to retrieve a duck in Sooner Lake and hit a drop-off.

Harvard only standing by Claudine Gay as too scared to 'fire its first black president,' claims professor she's accused of plagiarizing

“A white male would probably already be gone," Carol Swain claimed of Harvard, which she said was too scared "to fire its first black president."

I had a one-night stand and ended up in the ER — then my date ghosted me

"He was quite shy. I just went a bit too hard on him and folded him like a pretzel."

Florida school board wants Moms for Liberty co-founder gone amid GOP chair hubby's rape probe

Bridget Ziegler's husband, GOP State Chairman Christian Ziegler, is being investigated for rape.

Gift a handy loved one the KODA PowerStation, now only $60 with on-time holiday delivery!

A great deal to charge you up this holiday season!

The story of Hanukkah's not about 'hiding,' Doug: It's about winning

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff posted that Hanukkah is a celebration of hiding. The story of Hanukkah is about fighting for Jewish life and winning. But the blunder reveals what Team...

Hunter Biden ducks House interview under threat of contempt, insists Joe not 'financially involved' in foreign biz

President Biden's 53-year-old son Hunter Biden gave a surprise speech outside the Capitol on Wednesday — beginning 10 minutes after he was due to testify under oath under threat of...

Inside Madonna's 'Celebration Tour' — according to opener Bob the Drag Queen

Bob the Drag Queen — the popular Season 8 winner of "RuPaul's Drag Race" in 2016 — has been opening for another queen, Madonna, on her "Celebration Tour" that kicks...

Save $120 on the Oral-B iO electric toothbrush — Guaranteed to arrive by Christmas

Dazzle with a brand-new smile this holiday season!

Bradley Cooper's co-star daughter makes red-carpet debut at 'Maestro' premiere

His co-star has made her red-carpet debut. Bradley Cooper's daughter, Lea De Seine, made a rare public appearance Tuesday during the world premiere of the film "Maestro." De Seine, who...

Patrick Mahomes raises eyebrows with social media activity as Chiefs struggle

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes might be keeping receipts amid Kansas City's struggles.

'Miracle' rescue as elderly woman missing for four days found in car at bottom of canyon

Penny Kay Clark, 72, was reported missing by her family on Dec. 5.

Man accused of fatally stabbing priest was found lying across him to form shape of a cross

The man accused of stabbing to death a small-town Nebraska priest was found lying across him in the shape of a human cross, court documents show.

'Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget' review: Another happy meal

Those chatty British chickens have been supersized. Now, instead of the quaint country cry of “I don’t want to be a pie!” from the 2000 claymation classic “Chicken Run,” the fed-up...

Rays star outfielder sparks rumors with Shohei Ohtani Instagram post

It's hot stove season and Randy Arozarena is stirring the pot.

Andre Braugher's 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' cast pays tribute after his death: Terry Crews, Chelsea Peretti and more

The Emmy winner — who played Captain Raymond Holt on the police comedy — died suddenly on Dec. 11 after a brief illness. He was 61.

Disgraced tech CEO who allegedly kept assistant as ‘sex slave’ palled around with Kevin Spacey at glitzy summit

Tradeshift co-founder Christian Lanng hobnobbed with Spacey, 64, at the NGO’s glitzy annual summit in Jan. 2016.

Geminid meteor showers: Where and when to watch the greatest sky show

The annual Geminid meteor shower is popping off, reaching its peak on the evening of Dec. 13. Here's where, when and how to watch.

I accidentally burnt my Christmas gift after my husband hid it in the oven

These gifts are hot this year.

Kate Middleton and Prince William are 'embarrassed' over holiday card Photoshop disaster

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, both 41, are said to be "embarrassed" over their family portrait Photoshop fail, which appears to show their youngest, Prince Louis, with a missing...

The team MVP ballot reveals where the Jets were best — and where they went wrong

The Jets roster has improved, but no one has really had a season that stands out above every one else.

Inside the international mystery of a man who flew from Denmark to the US without passport or ticket

A Russian man who flew on a plane from Denmark to Los Angeles in November without a passport or ticket told U.S. authorities he didn’t remember how he got through...

Leon Edwards says 'spoiled-brat syndrome' got Colby Covington UFC title shot

Having already vanquished rival Usman, next up for his second 170-pound title defense is Colby Covington — Usman’s twice-vanquished rival.

Massive Bronx fire rips through 7 businesses, leaving at least 1 person injured

The 5-alarm fire ignited at the back of a deli in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx.

The Tommy DeVito question that proves he’s already won

Can a great quarterback come from Cedar Grove, N.J., one who lives with his parents and feasts on his mom’s chicken cutlets?

Tommy DeVito isn't getting much love from oddsmakers

Tommy Cutlets is an afterthought in the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year race.

Georgia high school baseball star hit by bat dies after weeks in coma

Georgia high school baseball star Jeremy Medina, who was declared brain dead after being accidentally hit in the head with a bat, has died before an honor walk to donate...

What makes Tommy DeVito's Giants emergence the perfect New York sports story

The underdog status. The charisma. The cultural connection. The viral moments. Doing it in the country’s biggest market.

High school football player found dead day before championship game was shot and left in woods

Brandon Smith’s grandmother and grandfather — who raised the 17 year old since he was an infant — said he was shot multiple times, and his body was found Saturday...

NHL team fires coach who led them to their only Stanley Cup title

ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Blues fired Craig Berube on Tuesday night, severing ties with the coach who led the team to its only Stanley Cup title. Blues General...

7 ways to stay productive during the last Mercury retrograde of 2023

The final Mercury retrograde of the year comes in hot this month on December 13 and scrambles our s--t straight through New Year's Day.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle face 'seismic' 2024 as Hollywood has 'had enough of them': expert

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have signed a handful of lucrative deals this year, most of which have caused the ongoing royal rift to widen.

Israeli army has begun pumping seawater into Hamas tunnels in Gaza: report

The water from the Mediterranean is one of several measures the Israel Defense Forces is using to clear and decimate the miles of intertwined tunnels, according to a report.

NFL Draft will reveal who's truly running Jets

his is where we truly find out who’s running the team — general manager Joe Douglas, head coach Robert Saleh, team owner Woody Johnson. Or Aaron Rodgers.

Nations strike deal at COP28 to transition away from fossil fuels

Representatives from nearly 200 countries agreed at the COP28 climate summit on Wednesday to begin reducing global consumption of fossil fuels to avert the worst of climate change, a first...

Why Giants took chance on forgotten 'Passing Paisano' after college

Tommy DeVito is saving the Giants’ season, drawing origin comparisons to Tom Brady and soon could be single-handedly responsible for a spike in the sales of chicken cutlets.

Powerball winner 'disappeared' after record-breaking jackpot, treated pals to luxury Fiji vacation

Powerball winner Edwin Castro "vanished" after hitting the $2.04 billion jackpot and took his friends on a luxury trip to Fiji to celebrate before his name was made public.

Israel says colonel among 10 soldiers killed in Gaza on Tuesday

Israel's military said 10 soldiers were killed in Gaza fighting on Tuesday, including a colonel who had commanded a forward base for the Golani infantry brigade.

California preschool teacher fired after applying mood-calming patches to students without consent

South El Monte, California, parents were shocked to learn last week that a teacher at a day care facility allegedly applied mood-calming stickers known as "Zen Patches" on preschoolers without the...

53 injured as Russian ballistic missiles target Kyiv; Zelensky pleads in DC for more help

Russia's second missile assault on Kyiv this week injured at least 53 people, damaging homes and a children's hospital, Ukrainian officials said on Wednesday, as President Volodymyr Zelensky pleaded in...

2023 ends with Mercury in retrograde — what's in store for your sign?

From December 13 through January 1, 2024, the trickster planet of the mind and its multitudes is going retrograde.

Cyclone Jasper crosses Australia’s east coast as category 2 storm with 87 mph winds

Tropical Cyclone Jasper crossed Australia’s northeast coast on Wednesday as a category 2 storm that lashed the sparsely populated region with winds of up to 87 mph.

Florida athletic board bans transgender volleyball player from HS sports for a year, school fined

The association also barred the girl from participating in boys sports for 11 months.

Mom gripes she's 'forced' to shell out $70 just for daughter's cereal at Disney World

A mother was in shock after having to pay up $70 for a bowl of frosted flakes for her daughter at the renowned Disney World in Orlando, Fla.

Dear Abby: My daughter fell in love with my boyfriend's son

Dear Abby weighs in on adult children falling in love and a young woman struggling with diabetes and a new relationship.

270 Delta passengers spend night on remote Canadian military base after plane makes emergency landing

More than 200 Delta passengers were forced to spend the night on a chilly and remote Canadian military base after their Detroit-bound plane made an emergency landing.

US comedian and activist abducted, killed after trying to meet woman he found on social media on Colombian vacation: reports

Xiong had planned to meet the mystery woman on Sunday, Dec. 10 but was attacked and kidnapped by a group of men.

Wizards, Capitals planning move out of Washington DC

The Capitals and Wizards time in the nation’s capital may be coming to an end. 

Jets Super Bowl champ dead at 80

Former Jet Mike D'Amato, who made a crucial postseason tackle for the 1968 champions, died in November, it was announced Tuesday. He died of cardiac arrest at 80.

Kamala Harris heckled by Democratic state lawmaker demanding Gaza cease-fire during holiday party speech

Vice President Kamala Harris was momentarily shouted down by Democratic state lawmaker as she gave remarks during a holiday party at her home on Monday.

Draymond Green ejected for clocking Suns center in head for third ouster this season

Warriors star Draymond Green was ejected from the team’s game against the Suns on Tuesday night in Phoenix after being called for a Flagrant 2 foul when he appeared to...

California high school security guard sold homemade bombs with teen accomplice

A California high school security guard admitted Monday to running a homemade explosives business with a teenager he was tasked with protecting.