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August 1, 2024

Veteran QB steals show in NFL preseason opener

Brett Rypien threw three touchdown passes, leading the Bears to a 21-17 win over the Texans on Thursday night in the Hall of Fame game.

GLAAD under fire over excessive spending on CEO — including first-class flights, ritzy hotels, $20K home office revamp

Sarah Kate Ellis' spent nearly $20,000 on a home office renovation to ensure it was "suitable" for TV appearances and virtual events, a damning report alleges.

Olympics race gets called off — over a lack of wind: 'Emotional rollercoaster'

Olympic sailors experienced a whirlwind with Thursday's series of events.

WSJ reporter Gershkovich, Marine Whelan greeted by Biden, Harris before emotional reunion with loved ones

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich finally touched down on US soil late Thursday night after spending more than a year in a hellish Russian prison over spying allegations.

Fugitive rapist on the run for 30 years finally arrested after he's stopped for minor bike infraction: video

Hartleroad was convicted of rape in 1983 and served five years in prison before he escaped from a halfway house in 1994, Wisconsin records show.

Bill Belichick's slew of media jobs a 'PR makeover': NFL insider

New girlfriend, new view of the press and a new image. 

Chiefs running back reveals his battle with PTSD

The 25-year-old first turned to X to announce that he’s been battling post traumatic stress disorder.

Bookie in Shohei Ohtani's interpreter case reaches plea agreement

Mizuhara admitted to stealing nearly $17 million from the Dodgers superstar and pleaded guilty in June to bank and tax fraud.

Missouri woman admits to slaughtering pregnant stranger, trying to steal unborn baby

“This horrific crime resulted in the tragic deaths of two innocent victims."

MLB predictions: When will White Sox win next game?

Vegas oddsmakers are having some fun with one of the saddest teams in MLB history. 

NFL's polarizing new kickoff rules leave fans divided: 'This is weird'

As the 2024 NFL season unofficially began on Thursday night, so too did the league’s new kickoff rule — which proved divisive.

US concludes Nicolás Maduro lost Venezuela’s presidential election: ‘Overwhelming evidence’ 

“We congratulate Edmundo González Urrutia on his successful campaign,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Thursday.

Juan Soto's ex-hitting coach believes Yankees are 'good fit'

Sandwiched between his time as Yankees hitting coach and hitting coach in Philadelphia, Kevin Long held the same position for four years with the Nationals. 

Three-time All-Pro out at least a month with injury in Titans gut-punch

The Titans might have to start this upcoming season without their best wide receiver.

MLB star's 3-year-old son battling 'rare neurological condition' in scary health fight

Freddie Freeman’s 3-year-old son, Maximus, is hospitalized with a severe case of Guillain-Barré syndrome.

‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star says 'creepy' age-gap romance 'would be illegal' today

Grant Show is reflecting on his onscreen romance with Jennie Garth on "Beverly Hills, 90210."

Breaking down Mets' revamped bullpen ahead of stretch run

When the Mets open a series in Anaheim on Friday, they will start August with a bullpen that has one — one — holdover from their July 1 bullpen. 

Brittney Griner 'head over heels happy' over American returns of Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan

The two-time Olympic gold medalist went through her own high-profile prisoner exchange with Russia in 2022.

Nine ways Olympic Games have been completely compromised

Third time through the batting order. You know what that means … time to consult our Olympics TV checklist!

Queens native Lauren Scruggs captures historic Olympic fencing gold

The Olympic fencer helped the U.S. women’s fencing team capture a gold medal, marking the first time an American team — men or women — has done so in the...

Florida declares state of emergency as tropical disturbance approaches US

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency Thursday ahead of a tropical disturbance brewing in the Caribbean.

Top Republicans fear 'costs of hostage diplomacy' will increase after major prisoner swap with Russia

“Without serious action to deter further hostage-taking by Russia, Iran, and other states hostile to the United States, the costs of hostage diplomacy will continue to rise,” the top House...

Giants' Daniel Jones puts together best day of training camp yet

Observations from the Giants’ training camp practice on Thursday.

$4.7 billion NFL Sunday Ticket decision overturned in bombshell ruling

The NFL has billions of reasons to be excited right as its new season officially kicks off.

Live 2-foot eel chews through man's intestines after he put it up his anus

This was not the first time an eel was removed from someone's backside in Vietnam this year.

Quick-thinking bystander rescues baby after mom 'just plain forgot' him in 110-degree car: cops

A passerby in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, spotted the two-month-old boy baking alive in a car that police called an “oven,” according to authorities. He had been strapped in the vehicle for...

Ex-Giants star rips Caleb Williams for leadership skills: 'Russell Wilson 2.0'

A longtime Giants wide receiver isn’t a fan of Bears quarterback Caleb Williams’ leadership skills. 

Giants owner reveals current Daniel Jones sentiment

Giants owner John Mara was asked about having buyer's remorse on Daniel Jones.

2 teens killed, 3 injured in early morning crash on Long Island, NY parkway

Two youths — 18-year-old driver Oliver Charles, of Deer Park, and 17-year-old passenger Dymond Saunders, of West Babylon  — died at the scene, cops said.

Plea deal for 9/11 mastermind resurrects specter of Guantanamo's closing — will it ever happen?

A plea deal with the alleged mastermind behind the Sept. 11 attacks has resurrected questions about the future of Guantánamo Bay – the military prison where the US has lodged suspected...

Mets' top prospects were off the table at trade deadline

The Mets made sure to keep top prospects Jett Williams, Drew Gilbert, Ryan Clifford, Luisangel Acuna, Blake Tidwell, Brandon Sproat and others.

Flavor Flav, Alexis Ohanian donate over $7K to help Olympian who is struggling to pay rent

Rapper Flavor Flav and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian have stepped up to help an Olympic athlete pay her rent. 

Woke capitalism is an absurd farce, and top investors know it

The repulsive underside to ESG is that while it’s making many in corporate America rich, average Americans may be going broke from it.

ESPN analyst deletes 'Protect our daughters' post as Olympics' Imane Khelif debate continues

Dan Orlovsky became a linchpin of attention in the sports media world, but not for a football-related opinion.

Your heartbeat could soon unlock an iPhone — here's how it might work

Is that an EKG monitor in your pocket?

How Yankees prospects were viewed at trade deadline — including one scary comp

Some claim the Yankees were handicapped by a weak farm system, but plenty of their young players were popular in trade talks.

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick's son shares rare family photos from Paris Olympics — with Guy Fieri

The famously family turned up to support Team USA! ... and met Guy Fieri.

Veteran leader deserves to finally taste Jets success

In a perfect world, C.J. Mosley is owed some things.

Jazz Chisholm not sweating character concerns in Yankees transition

“I’m just going to go about things the way I always have,’’ Chisholm said. “All the news and all the other stuff came from guys that didn’t even like me.” 

Progressive staffers rebel at ex-Obama aide's media empire

There is a reported divide between more progressive staffers and the co-founders and podcast hosts who veer toward the center-left.

Court blocks FCC's reinstatement of net neutrality rules that were scrapped by Trump admin

The FCC voted in April along party lines to reassume regulatory oversight of broadband internet and reinstate open internet rules.

9/11 survivors who battled life-threatening illnesses rip terrorists' plea agreement

Survivors of the Sept. 11 attacks, many of whom battled cancer and other life-threatening illnesses brought on by the toxic debris the Twin Towers left behind, were devastated and enraged...

Hamas leader killed in Tehran: Letters to the Editor — Aug. 2, 2024

NY Post readers discuss the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in the Iranian capital.

Conspiracist who beheaded father and showed carnage in sick video is competent to stand trial: judge

Justin Mohn made various animated facial expressions as he sat, wearing a yellow jumpsuit with his hands cuffed, during a five-hour hearing.

Undrafted linebacker fueled by father's death in quest to make Giants roster

Following a year on the practice squad, he pushes to realize his NFL dream.

Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter set 'Bill & Ted' Reunion in Broadway's 'Waiting for Godot'

Excellent! Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter are having a "Bill & Ted" reunion.

Intel cuts whopping 15K jobs, posts $1.6B loss just months after getting Biden funds

Chipmaker Intel Corp. is cutting 15% of its massive workforce — about 15,000 jobs — as it tries to turn its business around to compete with more successful rivals like...

IOC defends its position in Olympics boxing gender controversy

The International Olympic Committee defended the pair of boxers at the center of a gender controversy that took the Summer Games by storm on Thursday. 

Mike Trout out for the rest of year in latest injury blow for Angels superstar

There is just no catching a break for Mike Trout. 

Editorial: That Olympics boxing match offered a scary taste of possible harm when males compete against females

Hard hits aren't unusual in boxing, of course, but Khelif is suspected of being a biological male — and was disqualified at last year’s World Championships after testing positive for...

How Giants' coordinator is handling play-calling demotion

Mike Kafka is not injured, but the Giants offensive coordinator is doing more observing than usual this summer, as after two training camps as the play-caller he is not handling...

Quantico case leaves Americans wondering if Team Biden is covering up a terror plot

The mystery of the two Jordanian nationals who tried to get onto Marine Corps Base Quantico grows ever thicker — and more troubling.

This election is really between Trump and the cultural institutions that are myth-building Kamala

Live from New York, it's Kamala Harris' presidential myth-building.

Kam's 'all foam, no beer' campaign has her ducking scrutiny

She's really no different from Biden: Take away her teleprompter and her script, and things go sideways in a hurry.

Trump campaign reveals massive $139M July fundraising haul -- that's still likely to fall short of Kamala Harris’ windfall 

The 78-year-old Republican nominee and his authorized committees raked in $138.7 million in July and had $327 million in cash on hand, the Trump campaign announced Thursday. 

New map calls out leftist hate and violence

The New Tolerance Campaign's "Hate Map" project tracks the leftists inspiring and often engaging in physical violence against those with whom they disagree.

Judge hands NYC Mayor Eric Adams win in bitter legal feud with City Council over housing vouchers

A Manhattan judge handed the Adams administration a major win on Thursday in its bitter feud with the City Council over controversial changes to a housing voucher program. Mayor Eric...

Family of elderly couple ripped off by alleged pervy private school teacher, ex-'Jeopardy' champ slams his hire: 'Incredible'

The son of an elderly couple swindled by accused pervy teacher Winston Nguyen is outraged the "Jeopardy!" champ ex-con was hired by an elite Brooklyn private school where authorities said...

Chargers reveal concerning Justin Herbert injury

The Chargers have been in training camp for a little over a week, but there’s already some major worry.

Simone Biles flashes goat necklace after winning 2024 Olympics gold medal

Simone Biles isn’t afraid to let the world know just how good she is.

Tennis legend's career is over after Olympics loss

One of tennis’ best is officially retired.

Pucker up: Couples therapist reveals 6-second daily ritual that could save your relationship

“It’s kind of a funny thing to put on the to-do list,” said one convert. Even when it felt a little silly, though, it made a difference.

Giants' gamble at this position looking like a huge risk

Cor’Dale Flott is first in line to fill a spot that looks like a serious question mark.

Michigan Dem candidate under fire for alleged misuse of funds

A public watchdog claimed that Democratic congressional candidate Curtis Hertel Jr. misused public funds and political connections to land a well-paying job in health care.

Ranking MLB trade deadline's biggest winners

Some say this trade deadline season was deadly dull. But even in the biggest sellers’ market maybe ever, some teams went beyond the incremental and made real impact. 

Evan Gershkovich made a stunning final request before he was freed in the historic prisoner swap

As he was finally being freed as part of a hectic, top-secret deal to release three Americans imprisoned in Russia, Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich requested an interview with...

Military veterans recoil at 'sickening' Biden admin plea deal with accused 9/11 terrorists: 'Slap in the face'

A chorus of prominent military veterans castigated the recent plea deal that the Biden administration locked down with the alleged Sept. 11 terror attack mastermind and two others detained at...

Heartless swindler stole $140,000 from sick 9/11 survivor and widow mom: prosecutors

A heartless Massachusetts swindler was indicted Thursday for stealing more than $140,000 from a sick 9/11 survivor and her widow mom while posing as an investment broker, Long Island officials said....

Disturbing video shows 2 brothers walking down sidewalk drenched in blood after NYC stabbing: cops

The brothers, 25 and 27, were standing on the corner of Emerson Place and Myrtle Avenue – steps from Pratt Institute – around 11:30 p.m., when two other men suddenly...

Welcome home, Evan Gershkovich! You've reminded us what a monster Putin is

Russia released unjustly imprisoned journalist Evan Gershkovich Thursday. Welcome home. But did it come at too high a cost?

Family pulls hilarious luggage prank on dad at airport: 'People kept laughing'

They'll be unpacking this one for a while.

Simone Biles, NFL husband share heart gestures after she wins gold at Olympics

Simone Biles only had eyes for her husband Jonathan Owens after winning her second gold medal at the Paris Olympics Thursday.

Sports streaming bundle joins crowded field of streaming platforms

The sports bundle will offer live sports coverage from 14 different channels.

Suni Lee adds all-around bronze to stunning Olympic comeback from kidney disease

Suni Lee took home her second medal at the Paris Olympics on Thursday, adding to her tremendous gymnastics comeback. 

Florida woman busted after cops hit the jackpot inside pouch labeled 'Bag of Drugs'

A Florida woman was busted with a smorgasbord of crack, meth and pills after a cop spotted her zip-up pouch aptly labeled “Bag of Drugs,” police said.

Mother of American hostage left behind in Russia slams Biden administration for failing to free him

The 95-year-old mother of Marc Fogel, the American teacher imprisoned in Russia for the past three years, slammed the Biden administration for not including her son in the latest prisoner swap that...

World No. 1 table tennis player falls in Olympic stunner after broken paddle fiasco

Wang Chuqin went from the elation of securing his first-ever Olympic gold medal in table tennis doubles to being devastated by the aftermath.

Tempers flare in NYC court as 'coward' alleged drunk driver charged in July 4 tragedy that left 4 dead: 'Eat s--t, a--hole!'

Accused killer drunk driver Daniel Christopher Hyden was arraigned on murder charges in the deadly July 4 crash that killed three people during a raucous and emotional court hearing Thursday.

Barista with autism evades homelessness thanks to NYC cafe employing people with cognitive disabilities

A former school assistant with autism nearly became homeless before she found a job at a Manhattan café that employs “differently-abled people.”

USA women's basketball wins 57th straight Olympics game to reach quarterfinals

Team USA has a 57-game winning streak in the Olympics that dates back to the 1992 Games in Barcelona.

Nick Viall says he 'vividly' remembers ‘Bachelor’ contestant Hailey Merkt after her death from leukemia

The former Bachelor described Merkt as "very sweet and kind."

Former NBA All-Star retires following Thunder disappointment

Gordon Hayward is hanging up his sneakers.

World's largest rubber ducky lands in New York this week

The world’s largest rubber ducky — a six-story tall inflatable social media darling —  is waddling her way to New York this week.

Who the West gave up in the prisoner swap that freed Evan Gershkovich

The West yielded a hitman, a convicted hacker, and several alleged Russian spies on Thursday as part of the largest prisoner exchange in modern history — as three imprisoned Americans,...

NJ man tried to have sex with flight attendant and open plane door, forcing emergency landing: feds

An unhinged New Jersey traveler tried to have sex with a flight attendant and open the plane’s door mid-flight — forcing an emergency landing in Utah, according to feds who...

I'm a private chef, and these are all the kitchen tools I recommend

Not kitchen' you — these tools are the best of the best.

Qatar paid for NYPD commissioner's Middle East trips after Adams admin was mum on who picked up tab

Police Commissioner Edward Caban jet-setted from New York City a half dozen times last year on the dime of foreign governments or policing groups, according to his annual financial report.

Tom Cruise planning big stunt for Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony: reports

Tom Cruise is reportedly planning a big stunt for the Closing Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics. 

Fieldston head quits as Israel-Hamas war tensions boil over at school

Fieldston said Algrant was departing Fieldston to "pursue other personal and professional goals and opportunities."

Apple sees revenue rise ahead of AI iPhone software launch

Sales of iPhones fell 0.9% to $39.30 billion, a smaller decline than the 2.2% drop analysts expected. Total revenue rose 4.9% to $85.78 billion.

John Mara isn't hiding his Giants expectations: 'They know what I want to see'

While Joe Schoen and Brian Daboll danced around expectations last week by keeping a day-to-day focus, owner John Mara did not.

Kanye West's destroyed Malibu home finally goes into contract after a $14M price cut

The Tadao Ando-designed property has gone through quite the saga since 2021 -- and stands to hand over to new hands.

Govs. Josh Shapiro and Andy Beshear pull out of key events as Kamala Harris' VP decision looms

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear withdrew from key events to cap off this week amid fervent speculation about the veepstakes.

How much are tickets to see Hans Zimmer on tour in 2024?

The "Inception" composer will bring his scores to life at MSG on Sept. 12.

What matters most to Trump supporters at his Harrisburg PA rally

Swing state voters in PA shared why they show up for Trump and what they're hoping to hear from him at the rally, "The last couple years have been really...

Today’s Iconic Moment in New York Sports: Rangers sign Rod Gilbert

August 1, 1961: Rod Gilbert signs his first NHL contract with the New York Rangers exactly one month after turning 20-years-old.

Amazon shares sink despite 19% growth in cloud business revenues

Amazon's focus on successes in its AWS cloud computing did not cheer investors who sent shares of the Seattle-based company down more than 6% in extended trading.

NYPD offers $3.5K for information on shooting that left migrant mom dead

Sandra Serrano, 44, was struck in the face and back by a moped-riding shooter early Monday in Lot 71 – about a quarter mile from the Randall’s Island migrant shelter...

2 NYPD sergeants shot following armed NYC robbery, suspected gang member in custody

Two police sergeants were shot during a struggle with a gunman who had allegedly just robbed a shop on the Lower East Side Thursday, according to law-enforcement sources.

Families of late 9/11 heroes still fighting Saudi Arabia in blockbuster suit after mastermind's shock plea deal

The families' long-running lawsuit, first filed in 2004, contends a group of religious extremists gained influence in Saudi Arabia's government and provided aid to the hijackers.

Biden 'determined' to close Guantanamo Bay in next 6 months, WH says — after life in prison plea deal for 9/11 terrorists

The prison on the coast of Cuba was opened in 2002 to hold terrorism suspects seized by the US military and the CIA from Afghanistan and other countries in the...

Mercury retrograde can be hell on pets, too — here are 5 tips to help them get through it

The most dreaded of astrological transits, it can hinder communication, exhume relationships and compromise travel — even for our furry friends.

Harris accidentally calls herself 'the president' during late Dem rep's eulogy — causing crowd to go wild

Vice President Kamala Harris accidentally called herself the "president" Thursday while delivering a eulogy for Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas), causing the crowd to go wild as she repeatedly corrected...

‘Project 2025’ head steps down drawing cheers from Trump's campaign | Reporter Replay

The director of Heritage Foundation’s controversial Project 2025 announced he would step down, drawing cheers from former President Donald Trump’s campaign which has worked to distance itself from the right-wing...

Katie Ledecky becomes most decorated American female Olympian ever with 13th medal

Katie Ledecky continues to shatter records.

Christina Hall takes subtle jab at Josh over possibility of ex Ant Anstead replacing him on ‘The Flip Off’

The HGTV star had a hilarious reaction when a fan suggested she swap one ex out for another!

Who is Paul Whelan, US Marine freed in Russia prisoner swap after spending five years detained?

Paul Whelan and Evan Gershkovich were freed as part of a historic prisoner swap on Aug. 1, 2024.

Prolific NYC developer and his diplomat wife net $22M for their NYC home

Jeffrey Levine and his wife, Randi Charno Levine have successfully offloaded their Greenwich Village townhouse, a brick beauty at 81 Barrow St.

Wayfair CEO says demand for home goods are at 'great financial crisis' levels

Wayfair’s shares are plunging after its chief executive said on an earnings call that demand for household goods is at the level of the “financial crisis.”

Spirit Airlines blames steep losses on 'intense' competition for budget passengers

The affordable airline reported disappointing earnings the day after it announced plans to introduce premium tickets.

'CBS Evening News' will get massive overhaul, return to NYC after Norah O'Donnell exits

The massive revamp for the last-placed "Evening News" includes decamping from its Washington D.C. digs and moving back to CBS' Broadcast Center in Hell's Kitchen -- where it will be...

Olympics swimmer from Westchester wins first gold medal

Westchester native Kate Douglass won gold for Team USA in a powerful Olympic performance Thursday night in the 200-meter breaststroke, edging out 2021 Olympic champion Tatjana Smith. 

Knicks sign forward to training camp deal

The Knicks continued to fill out the back of their training camp roster Thursday.

Imane Khelif's next opponent 'not scared' amid Olympic boxing gender controversy

“I don’t care about the press story and social media. If she or he is a man, it will be a bigger victory for me if I win.”

Brutal, unfair Olympic beating tragic result of letting biological men compete in women's sports

Do you enjoy watching men beating up women? I don’t. Any exceptions? Not that I can think of.

Biden gets White House to sing 'Happy Birthday' to tearful daughter of freed Russian prisoner

WASHINGTON – President Biden led a crowd at the White House in a rendition of "Happy Birthday" for a daughter of one of the prisoners freed in a swap with...

Britney Spears biopic based on her memoir 'The Woman in Me' in the works

The new Britney Spears biopic will be based on her best-selling memoir, "The Woman in Me."

'RHOC' star Heather Dubrow denies she 'snubbed' newbie Katie Ginella: 'That's not who I am'

"I don't know what handbook she's playing from. I don't get it," Heather Dubrow told The Post.

Browns running back helicoptered to hospital after scary training camp injury

The veteran rushed "sustained a direct blow to the head that resulted in neck pain," the team said in a statement.

Why Stitches is backing the underdog in Marlins-Braves

Why Stitches is backing the underdog in Marlins-Braves

Alexei Navalny was supposed to be included in prisoner swap with Russia before he died, WH says

US officials sought to procure the release of deceased Russian dissident Alexei Navalny from Russia during deliberations about a prisoner swap, National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan confirmed Thursday.

Are sunburns chic now? Viral summer makeup trend is a shocker: 'Insane'

"Favorite way to look sunburnt but not damage my skin," one influencer proclaimed in touting the caked-on process.

What do the cheapest Charli XCX concert tickets cost?

The party-starting pair drop into MSG on Sept. 23.

Giants moving with increased sense of urgency before 2024 season

On a training camp edition of ‘Blue Rush’ The Post’s Giants beat reporter Paul Schwartz and New York Post Sports anchor Brandon London discuss the capabilities of the Giants' new...

Elon Musk, Riley Gaines speak out on Imane Khelif-Angela Carini Olympics boxing controversy

The backlash following the brief Olympic bout between Algerian boxer Imane Khelif and Italy's Angela Carini continues.

Democrats looking to erase and rewrite Harris’ past hard-left policy positions | Reporter Replay

A tidal wave of Kamalaflage has engulfed the presidential contest, as Kamala Harris’ entire career is being miraculously expunged — or at least purified — in a craven evidence-rigging stampede...

Who is Evan Gershkovich, WSJ reporter freed in Russian prisoner swap?

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich made international headlines when he was detained in Russia under accusations of spying in March 2023.

More election lies about Trump, Kamala’s deranged FBI nonsense and more

Vice President Kamala Harris claimed that former President Donald Trump would "weaponize" the Department of Justice against political opponents if elected.

Simone Biles wins gold in tense all-around gymnastics battle as Olympics redemption complete

Biles claimed gold in the women’s all-around gymnastics competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics after pulling out of the event at the games in Tokyo three years ago.

Buccaneers star becomes highest-paid offensive lineman in NFL history

The three-time Pro-Bowl offensive tackle agreed to a five-year, $140.63 million contract extension.

Bettors showing Francisco Lindor and Mets love ahead of stretch run

Bettors are buying the Mets.

How a mom of two who ‘ate her emotions’ lost over 120 pounds in under a year

“I am feeling so good. I feel mentally and physically so much better. I can get out of bed and my body doesn’t ache,” she said, adding that before she...

Kamala Harris’ older lover boosted her political career | Reporter Replay

As a young prosecutor, Kamala Harris was gifted a BMW and lavished with trips to Paris and the Oscars by a much older lover who also jumpstarted her meteoric rise...

Ariz. toddler who died of heat exposure left in 108.9-degree car by video game-playing dad: cops

Parker Scholtes, 2, was found dead in a Honda parked outside her home in a Tucson suburb -- where her father left her for more than three hours on July...

Hamas terror chief Ismail Haniyeh bragged about his safety just hours before he was assassinated

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh boasted about his freedom while strolling in Tehran on Wednesday, just hours before he was killed by an airstrike the group is blaming on Israeli forces.

I spotted a giant gorilla on my son’s baby monitor — this is what it really was

This mom's animal instincts were way off.

House demands info from dozens of major businesses over ties to shadowy ad cartel in collusion probe

The House Judiciary Committee on Thursday sent letters to more than 40 major companies in its ongoing probe of a left-leaning advertising cartel that has allegedly sought to defund news...

New alphabet song has parents totally confused about their ABCs: 'Didn’t all of us turn out fine?'

Do you know your ABCs? You might not anymore.

Brian Cashman pushes back when pressed over 'urgency' after Yankees' quiet trade deadline

"I know that you want to win. But the highest of urgency to win, I have not seen that the last couple of years quite the way we used to...

Sharon Stone reveals the cause of her black eye after alarming photo:

Sharon Stone posted a picture of a massive bruise around her eye, causing her fans to panic.

Where is REO Speedwagon going on their recently extended 2024 tour?

The "Can't Stop Loving You" rockers will drop into NJ's PNC Bank Arts Center on Aug. 1.

Woman disabled by Lyme Disease facing worsening symptoms over alleged mold in her NYC home

Kelly Kreth was living the Manhattan dream. Ten years ago, she lucked into a rent-stabilized apartment in a doorman elevator building in Yorkville. Her current rent is just $2,105.42 a...

Victim, 70, used dying breaths to ID killer who massacred his own wife, young sons and in-laws: cops

Miguel Carcamo Ramirez, 70, accused Shane Killian, 56, of shooting him and four family members, including Killian’s son who were 6 and 1, at their beachside home.

Survivor of Trump rally assassination attempt unafraid to speak up for former president despite injuries

James Copenhaver, one of the two victims critically wounded during the assassination attempt against Donald Trump, is "sad" with the "political division" in the United States, his attorney said.

The longtime LA home of the late Paul Reubens has sold for $3.8M

Reubens’ estate put the Los Feliz property on the market in late May, with an initial asking price of $4.99 million.

Lake endorsed by ex-foe after primary victory

"When President Trump wins the presidency again in November, we must send him a Republican majority in Congress and the US Senate to end Kamala-flation," Karrin Taylor Robson said.

Driver who plowed into NY nail salon, killing NYPD officer and 3 others, guzzled booze for 5 hours, hit 78 mph before crash: DA

Steven Schwally, 64, was a daily customer at Stan's liquor in Deer Park, often stopping in twice a day for bottles of Montebello Long Island Iced Tea -- as he...

First photo shows smiling Evan Gershkovich with other hostages since they were freed in prisoner swap

The American hostages freed in a prisoner swap with Russia on Thursday were seen smiling and proudly displaying a US flag in the first official photo of the trio since...

This New Jersey community was named the second-fastest-growing housing market in the US

Over the past decade, a community near Rutgers University has skyrocketed in growth, both in population and the presence of housing units.

Mangled alligator corpses keep popping up in a Florida canal -- and state officials have no idea why

The last headless, limbless alligator carcass was found over the weekend in Fort Myers Shores, Florida.

The gender rules that allow controversial Algerian boxer to fight in 2024 Olympics but not world championships

The Paris Olympics are facing questions about the decision to allow two boxers to compete in the women’s division after they were disqualified from the 2023 World Championships.

Salif Mane carries a father's dreams from The Bronx as he leaps for Olympic gold

Mane is a child of The Bronx, the eldest of three children of Senegalese immigrants, who lives a dream because his parents did first.

Bittersweet: Hershey cuts yearly guidance, profit after steep 17% drop in sales

The candy and snack company blamed a pullback in consumer spending amid sticky inflation for its struggling sales.

After the assassination attempt - do Trump supporters feel safe at his rallies?

Donald Trump supporters expressed confidence in law enforcement as they gathered for his first rally in Pennsylvania since the failed attempt on his life, "I actually feel a little more...

Tennis fan lifts up shirt to reveal bikini top in wild Olympics moment

Fans on social media called the bizarre Olympics incident a "wtf moment."

'Danish Secret to Happy Kids' reveals tips to make children more independent — and it doesn't involve homework

If you're a parent, skip the homework and send your kids outside to play. That's according to a journalist sharing helpful tidbits from Nordic countries' unique parenting styles.

Matt Damon, wife make rare red carpet appearance with their 4 daughters for ‘The Instigators’

It was family night for Matt Damon at the New York City premiere of his latest film, “The Instigators.”

House Education chair threatens subpoena against Columbia University in antisemitism probe

House Education Committee Chair Virginia Foxx levied a subpoena threat against Columbia University Thursday, accusing the Ivy League school of blowing off document requests for its antisemitism probe.

Mom made heartbreaking request to 911 dispatchers before her daughter was shot by officers

“I don’t want you guys to hurt her, please,” the mom pleaded a day before her daughter's death. “Please don’t send no combative policemen that are prejudiced."

Schumer unveils bill to ax Supreme Court's Trump immunity ruling: 'No Kings Act'

Schumer rolled out legislation aimed at effectively nixing the Supreme Court's landmark decision last month that granted presidents absolute immunity for official acts.

President Biden delivers first remarks since Evan Gershkovich, other US captives freed: 'Their brutal ordeal is over'

President Biden said "this is a very good afternoon" Thursday as he appeared at the White House with the families of three Americans and one green-card holder who were released...

Biden's remarks on Russia prisoner swap of Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan, others

Joe Biden delivers remarks on the release of American journalist Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan from Russian prison as part of the largest multi-country prisoner swap since...

Top-ranked tennis star in tears after stunning Olympics upset

Polish tennis player Iga Swiatek exited a post match interview when she was overcome emotions after a surprising loss to China's Qinwen Zheng in the Paris Olympics semifinals on Thursday.

Social media founder of pandemic unicorn IRL charged in $170M fraud

Abraham Shafi is accused of ripping off his backers by covering up his social media platorm's less-than-impressive user numbers

Olympics having trouble selling tickets for Caitlin Clark-less USA-Germany game

The Caitlin Clark-less USA women's basketball team is having trouble drawing the crowds you'd expect during the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

US's 3x3 basketball teams are winless disasters at Olympics

Team USA's 3x3 basketball squads are bringing up the rear at the 2024 Olympics.

Sen. Mark Kelly's past days hawking vitamins in China resurfaces amid veepstakes

Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly has had many jobs: an astronaut, a Navy captain – and, apparently, a Chinese pill pusher. Kelly's past days hawking vitamins in China resurfaced this week...

Couple finds $30K buried treasure hidden beneath home's carpet

These aren't the type of floorboards you want to hide cash under.

Dow tumbles nearly 500 points after fresh data ignite fears about slowing economy

The data raised worries that the US economy could buckle under the accumulated weight of rates that the Fed has been holding at a two-decade high for roughly a year.

Trump's gag order appeal rejected in New York 'hush money' case

A New York appeals court on Thursday denied Donald Trump’s bid to end a gag order in his hush money criminal case.

I retired from my job and spend all my time building 'out of this world' giant sculptures of everyday objects

Steve Wainwright, 61, said it was his retirement from the ambulance service that first prompted him to take on some ‘creative’ building projects.

Jamie Lee Curtis mocks the 'bad' Marvel franchise — and then walks back 'stupid' comments

Jamie Lee Curtis is now a repeat offender when it comes to shading Marvel movies.

International Olympic Committee's criteria for including new sports

Sports journalist Kavitha A. Davidson joins New York Post Sports anchor Dexter Henry to explain  how the Olympic committee selects new sports to include in the Games, how the newer...

Meta scraps failed celebrity AI chatbots after users ignored them, deemed them creepy

Last year, Meta paid celebrities millions of dollars a year to license their image and likeness to create AI-powered chatbots.

Meet the Jewish Americans voting Republican for the first time

Republicans are gaining a new cohort of voters, Jewish Americans who feel abandoned by Democrats. The Post spoke to three Jewish Americans who shared why they will be voting for...

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle taped joint interview to discuss children affected by online harm

This will be Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's first joint interview since their bombshell sit-down with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021.

Fired CNN anchor Don Lemon sues Elon Musk over canceled X deal

X canceled its partnership with Lemon in March after he said Musk would be his first guest in an interview.

Want to lower your risk for colorectal cancer? This household staple may help

The 107,000 participants were followed for more than three decades, with researchers documenting about 2,500 cases of colorectal cancer.

What is 'fridgescaping,' TikTok's not-so-practical home trend?

Food now shares a home with items such as flowers, framed photos or eye cream as decor.

Watch live: VP Kamala Harris to deliver eulogy at Sheila Jackson Lee memorial service

Leaders and friends of late congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee come together in Houston, Texas today at 12pm to celebrate and honor her life. The congresswoman passed away this year at...

JD Vance slams Kamala Harris as failed 'border czar' during a tour of the US border

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance called Vice President Kamala Harris a failed "border czar" during a tour of the "smuggler's paradise" stretch of the border in Arizona.

Jets running back retires in stunning decision

Cohen, 29, was an All-Pro returner for the Bears in 2018 but injuries had derailed his career.

I saw Zeds Dead at the Brooklyn Mirage — they turned me into a bass head

It's cultural communion on the dance floor.

How to watch all of the 2024 Olympics events live for free — Your guide

We're teaching you all of our favorite tricks.

I'm a flight attendant — here are the 10 requirements we have to meet for the job

There's no winging it at 30,000 feet. 

DNC virtual roll call kicks off to elect Kamala Harris as the sole candidate on ballot

Queen Kamala's about to get her crown. The Democratic National Committee on Thursday began its virtual roll call to elect Vice President Kamala Harris – the only candidate who qualified...

Why opponent abandoned Olympics fight after gender controversy: 'Never been hit so hard'

Italian boxer Angela Carini said she had "never been hit so hard in my life" after abandoning her fight against Algeria's Imane Khelif in less than a minute Thursday.

The 'take a pregnancy test with me' trend is taking TikTok by storm — here's why women should think twice

Three other pregnancy tests with double lines shared with my husband, that ended up with me in hospital after a miscarriage feeling empty and sad.

Colin Jost announced as host of ‘Pop Culture Jeopardy!’ — leaving fans divided

"Jeopardy!" fans seemed to be divided over the news that Colin Jost is hosting the pop culture-themed spinoff.

Families are slashing grocery spending to afford air conditioning amid sweltering summer heat

Americans getting burned by their summer air conditioning bills are forced to cut costs elsewhere to afford it.

Your tax refund could be bigger this year — here’s what to do with it

Experts generally advise putting it toward debt and savings, but, for many people, that’s unrealistic.

Here's who may benefit from taking fish oil supplements

The study, published on Thursday in JAMA Network Open, followed 102 adults who were at least 75 years old and dementia-free.

My 'selfish' husband refuses to have a vasectomy after my fourth miscarriage

A mother-of-one who suffered from a traumatic birth and four pregnancy losses has called her husband 'selfish' online for refusing to get a vasectomy. 

Meet the Algerian boxer mired in gender controversy who made Olympics opponent quit

Imane Khelif has raised eyebrows at the Paris Olympics after making Italian opponent Angela Carini abandon their women's welterweight boxing match.

Tiffany Haddish sold ‘dirty panties’ on Craigslist and claimed they belonged to Halle Berry

Tiffany Haddish recently shared a surprising story about her early struggles in Hollywood during an appearance on the “We Playin’ Spades” podcast with Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee. The 44-year-old...

We talked to Nate Bargatze. Here's what to expect at his NY/NJ shows

The folksy funnyman will be in Atlantic City on Friday, Aug. 2.

Major furniture chain to shut all its stores after 120 years

Badcock Home Furniture & More, which has stores throughout the south, announced a "going out of business" sale Tuesday.

Hot air balloon narrowly misses roof, lands in Ohio neighborhood

A hot air balloon made a stunning landing in Massillon, Ohio on July 26. Residents of a Massillon neighborhood captured footage of the RE/MAX balloon passing over a rooftop and...

Can MrBeast spin his way out of sudden crisis at his nice-guy empire as troubling accusations mount?

"He can calculate his way out of this, but it will be tough," a source close to Jimmy Donaldson, aka MrBeast, told The Post.

Olympic boxer was warned not to face fighter in gender controversy: 'It’s a man, it’s dangerous'

The Italian boxer said she was "heartbroken" after walking away from the fight 46 seconds in.

Biden admin pitches major overhaul to airline fees

The U.S. Department of Transportation said it is proposing barring U.S. and foreign airlines from charging fees to seat families with young children together on a flight during booking.

Caitlin Clark enjoying Olympic break as she hits stage at country concert with Fever teammate

It's safe to say Caitlin Clark is having a ball during the WNBA's Olympics break.

Simone Biles wins gold in sensational performance, Suni Lee claims bronze

Simone Biles won gold in the women’s all-around gymnastics competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics  Suni Lee claimed bronze for USA and Rebeca Andrade secured silver for Brazil. Live updates...

I was seated next to a plus-size plane passenger — I complained and the airline surprised me

They weren't going to let this space invasion slide.

Hawaii Gov. hopeful wildfire victims will see settlement soon

More than 600 lawsuits have been filed over the deaths and destruction caused by the fires. In the spring, a judge appointed mediators and ordered all parties to participate in...

I'm a spine doctor — do this one stretch daily to avoid pain as you age

The hips don't lie — and neither do the hip flexors.

I earn over $76K dumpster diving — you  name it, I've probably found it

"You never know when stores are going to toss stuff – it's really just all about luck," Tiffany Butler said.

Inside story behind YES App's new Saturday morning cartoon 'Bronx Buds'

The Yankees' flagship network announced Thursday morning that its digital arm is launching "HexClad Presents Bronx Buds" on Saturday, Aug. 17.

Cardi B files for divorce from Offset — and then announces she’s pregnant: ‘With every ending comes a new beginning’

Cardi B has filed for divorce from husband Offset again – but it's not because of the latest cheating rumors.

Hamas honcho was blown up by remotely detonated bomb smuggled into his Tehran guesthouse months ago

Top Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated Wednesday by a bomb that was smuggled into the Tehran guesthouse where he was staying two months before his arrival, according to a...

GOP pols probe Kamala Harris adviser for 'connections' to Iranian influence operation

Rep. Elise Stefanik and Sen. Tom Cotton wrote a letter to the vice president on Wednesday demanding answers to questions about the adviser, Philip Gordon.

Nasty Olympic swimming feud erupts after Chinese star breaks world record

Things are getting quite frigid in the water.

Team USA turns ESPN star into villain as second star trolls reporter

Adebayo clearly took exception to Windhorst's response and responded with team-high 18 points against South Sudan.

Why you should switch to an auction draft instead of snake drafts in fantasy football

There is a fundamental, undeniable, obvious reason why auction drafts are superior to snake drafts for your fantasy league.

Passenger who jumped from world's largest cruise ship ID'd as vet with PTSD who'd had fight with wife

Retired Lieutenant Colonel James Bryan Wright, 53, got into a "physical altercation" with his wife one day into a week-long Royal Caribbean cruise on May 26.

Charming Connecticut home of late Peter, Paul and Mary member lists for $949K

A pre-Revolutionary War Connecticut farmhouse where a late singer-songwriter and activist lived from 1966 until her death in 2009 is up for grabs.

USA swimming star shockingly misses 200-meter Olympics finals

As Ryan Murphy touched the wall Wednesday night following his semifinal performance in the 200-meter backstroke, everyone was in shock. The defending silver medalist had just been eliminated.  Murphy posted...

Nicolae Miu sentenced to 20 years for stabbing teen in Minnesota

The Minnesota man who claimed self-defense in the fatal stabbing of a teen boy during a violent brawl with inner-tubers at a Wisconsin river has been sentenced to 20 years...

HBO speaks out after 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 finale leaks on TikTok

HBO said they are "aggressively monitoring" the internet after clips from the upcoming "House of the Dragon" finale spread online.

Popular fast-food chain to expand AI-powered drive-thrus as rivals ditch technology

Taco Bell will double down on using artificial intelligence to take drive-thru orders --  despite some of its rivals moving away from the technology. The Mexican fast food chain's parent...

All the 'Bachelor' franchise stars who have passed

The ABC reality franchise started with "The Bachelor" in 2002 and has spawned numerous spinoffs, including "The Bachelorette," "Bachelor in Paradise," "The Golden Bachelor," "The Golden Bachelorette," "Bachelor Pad" and...

Studying CompTIA with this bundle could help you land an exciting IT job

This training course bundle helps you prepare for fifteen CompTIA certifications for less than $50 through August 4!

Russia frees American journalist Evan Gershkovich in prisoner swap after 16 months behind bars

Imprisoned American journalist Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan were freed from their Russian prison cells Thursday as part of the largest multi-country prisoner swap since the Cold War.

The factors bringing the Islanders and Noah Dobson together on a big contract extension

Two pieces of news this week should be of note to the Islanders and to Noah Dobson’s camp as the two sides eye an eventual contract extension.

This hack gets you 18 bottles of wine delivered for less than $6 each

Order 18 bottles of wine to your door for less than $6 each with this Splash Wines sale that ends on August 4.

Girlfriend of viral pommel horse Olympian had 'never been more nervous' during thrilling routine

Nedoroscik, a pommel horse specialist, performed a stunning rotation as the last Team USA gymnast to compete in Monday's team final at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Medal-winning Turkish pistol shooter goes viral for Olympic casualness, ditching safety gear

The most-shared images show Dikec shooting in a T-shirt with one hand in his pocket, a seemingly standard pair of glasses and an impassive look on his face. He’s been...

50 Cent claims Jay-Z tried to exclude him from 2022 Super Bowl halftime show — and takes dig at Beyonce

"They wanted to leave me out of it. They didn’t want me there," 50 Cent said in a new interview.

The Knicks' new big man coach knows what it means to win — and inspire — at MSG

Bryant, a basketball lifer who has been playing or coaching in the NBA for 36 straight years, is returning to the home of the Big East to join Tom Thibodeau’s...

Bill Belichick's ex living in coach's $4.8M Nantucket home as he dates 23-year-old cheerleader

Bill Belichick's ex-girlfriend is still very much living the lap of luxury despite her split from the 72-year-old free-agent NFL coach.

Boxer in middle of Olympics gender storm forces tearful opponent to quit — 46 seconds into fight

Imane Khelif's first fight will do nothing to calm the controversy around the boxer's entrance into the 2024 Paris Olympics.

17-year-old suspect in fatal stabbing at Taylor Swift-themed dance event ID'd

The UK teen accused of fatally stabbing three little girls and wounding 10 others at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class was identified for the first time Thursday as Axel Rudakubana. The 17-year-old,...

Marion Jones runs through her Olympics legacy as a new star emerges in Paris

In the span of roughly 11 seconds, Sha'Carri Richardson will become an American legend or a national disappointment. Marion Jones was both.

Single-serve soda brand outperforms Coke, Pepsi, outsells eggs at various household retail locations

OLIPOP is now the No. 1 best-selling brand of fizzy drinks at a number of household name grocers across the U.S.

Big man finally healthy for Knicks after consecutive years of surgeries

The forgotten Knicks center should benefit from his first healthy offseason as a pro and workouts with a familiar former point guard. 

Colorado Dem rakes in $750K since primary win — as GOP opponent Lauren Boebert faces fundraising crunch

A Colorado Democrat raked in more than $750,000 in the month since winning her party’s primary, The Post has learned, as her Republican opponent Lauren Boebert faces a fundraising crunch....

How the Mets' modest trade-deadline approach can help now — and in the future

The Mets repeated their 2015 trade deadline — alas without Yoenis Cespedes.

Snoop Dogg declares himself the MVP of the 2024 Olympics after traveling with Team USA

Move over Olympians, there's a new MVP in town.

Olympics triathlete rips officials after competing in dirty Seine River: 'Felt and saw things that we shouldn’t think about'

The 30-year-old first-time Olympian said she took precautions before the race.

Illegal Jordanian migrants who 'tried to breach' Quantico base allowed to walk free after posting bail

The site is home to the FBI Academy and FBI Laboratory, as well as a Defense Intelligence Agency facility and several major US Marine Corps commands.

Our son has been held captive by Hamas for 300 days

Omer Neutra has been held captive by Hamas for 300 days in Gaza.

The events to watch at the Paris Olympics on Thursday, August 1

Here's everything to watch during Day 6 of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Israel confirms death of 'bin Laden of Gaza' and architect of Oct. 7 attack

The announcement comes a day after an apparent Israeli strike in the Iranian capital killed Hamas’ top political leader.

Iran’s supreme leader prays over coffin of Hamas leader

After the funeral services in Tehran, Haniyeh's remains are to be transferred to Qatar for burial Friday.

Notorious Vietnam War criminal, found guilty of leading My Lai massacre that killed 504 civilians, dead at 80

Others said Calley, who was charged with killing 109 civilians, shouldn’t have been singled out.

MrBeast, YouTube’s biggest star, acknowledges past ‘inappropriate language’ as controversies swirl

Before overtaking YouTube with his often-absurd charitable acts, Donaldson built a sizable following as a gaming content creator who sometimes interacted with viewers on livestreams.

Prince Harry spoke to the Spencer family after uncle Robert Fellowes' death: report

Lord Fellowes, who was married to Diana’s sister, Lady Jane Fellowes, died of undisclosed causes on July 29. He was 82.

San Francisco mayor suggests paying welfare recipients extra $100 a week to stay sober

The proposed legislation utilizes "contingency management" practices, a type of behavioral therapy that reinforces positive changes through reward, and participation would be voluntary.

Dear Abby: My wife keeps going on solo vacations for other men's attention

Dear Abby advises a husband struggling with his wife's free spirit and a woman trying to reject a suitor's advances.

British police charge 17-year-old with murder over a stabbing attack that killed 3 children at Taylor Swift-themed dance event

British police said Thursday they have charged a 17-year-old with murder over a stabbing attack that left three little girls dead and several more in critical condition.

Engineer who claimed self-defense for stabbing teen to death in water tube brawl learns his fate

The Minnesota man who claimed self-defense in the fatal stabbing of a teen boy during a violent brawl with inner-tubers at a Wisconsin river has been sentenced to 20 years...

Reclusive Hermès heir's $13B fortune has seemingly vanished after he vowed to award huge chunk to his gardener

The Swiss court ruled that Puech’s “blind trust” in Freymond, who had complete control of his bank account, does not indicate that the wealth manager duped his client, according to...

Hateful customer leaves shocking tip for gay server at eatery: 'That hurt me a lot'

"I'm not used to sort of blatant homophobia like that."

New Nets coach getting rave reviews with Canada on brink of Olympic knockout round

The Nets handed Jordi Fernandez his first NBA head-coaching job partly because of his development ethos but also because of his international pedigree.

US gymnastics' gold win came with historic TV ratings

The U.S. women's gymnastics team has captured the hearts of America — and it showed in the television ratings. 

Inside the Olympics party cruise ship that's over 9,000 miles away from the Games

While most athletes are having to make do with cardboard beds and non air conditioned rooms in the Paris Olympic Village, dozens of lucky competitors are enjoying life on a...

Alabama hasn't seen national championship odds this low since 2008

Alabama’s preseason betting outlook isn’t as rosy in the post-Nick Saban era.