June 23, 2023

Intelligence Community releases declassified COVID origins report, lawmakers say it ‘lends credence’ to lab leak theory

The document also explains that some scientists at the Wuhan lab fell ill in the fall of 2019 with symptoms “consistent with but not diagnostic of COVID-19.” 

Who is the Wagner Group leader accused of urging an 'armed rebellion' in Russia?

Prigozhin accused Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu of ordering a rocket strike against Wagner’s war camp in Ukraine, killing 2,000 of his soldiers in a number of video and audio recordings...

Electric prospect continues red-hot start with first major league cycle

In his 15th career MLB game, the Reds' phenom legged out an RBI triple in the sixth inning against the Braves to complete a cycle in Cincinnati's thrilling 11-10 win.

One ex-Mets starter from once-vaunted rotation still thriving

Zack Wheeler is the last one standing.

This Yankee's head-scratching blunder on bases costs Bombers an out in loss

Maybe Isiah Kiner-Falefa thought he was called out.

Sloppy Mets drop another one to sink further in NL East race

At this rate, the Mets have a better chance of catching the Nationals in last place in the NL East than the Braves at the top of the division. 

Special Counsel Jack Smith asks judge to delay start of Trump trial by 4 months

Smith requested US District Judge Aileen Cannon to delay the trial by nearly four months, from Aug. 14 to Dec. 11.

Yankees' offense flops again in extra-inning loss

The Yankees have scored just four runs over their last 19 innings as the indefinite absence of Aaron Judge continues. 

Vanna White lawyers up, wants big raise to stay on ‘Wheel of Fortune’: report

Her new attorney, Bryan Freedman, is reportedly "hitting the pay discrepancy issue hard with Sony, as well as possible gender discrimination with respect to White's salary."

NYC e-bike store fire 'rekindles' three days after claiming lives of four elderly residents

The blaze, which originated in HQ E-Bike Repair, was reported as a "rekindle" from the explosive fire that ripped through the store Tuesday.

Horrifying moment nurses find newborn after teen throws baby in hospital trash: video

The hospital security footage shows the secretly pregnant teenage mother running toward a hospital bathroom while clutching her bum.

Breaking News Now: Mets trade Eduardo Escobar to the Angels for two pitching prospects

Escobar hit 20 home runs and had an OPS of .726 last season, but his production dipped to start this season, and he lost his starting job at third base...

Shaq buys huge fish to troll Charles Barkley

Shaquille O'Neal now owns an enormous fish, and of course, he's trolling Charles Barkley with it.

Chris Christie booed at conservative conference for saying Trump ‘let us down’ 

Asked about the booing, Christie told reporters outside the venue that "we can't pretend that Donald Trump is a man of character."

Happy Gilmore — a real high school golfer — commits to play at this university

He's going to his happy place — this time for real.

Durham’s ‘chilling’ revelations, what RFK Jr. gets right and other commentary

John Durham’s testimony before Congress, argues David Marcus at Fox News, should “chill” Americans “to the core.”

Mets trade struggling veteran for pair of prospects

It brings an end to Escobar’s disappointing tenure with the Mets after he signed a two-year, $20 million deal prior to the 2022 season.

First vehicles cross newly constructed I-95 bridge that collapsed from deadly tanker fire

Vehicles crossed the newly reconstructed Interstate 95 bridge in Philadelphia Friday for the first time since the bridge collapsed in a deadly accident.

Northeast sees flash flooding with more storms expected during weekend washout

There are an expected 3 to 5 inches of rain to fall along the I-95 corridor, with some locally higher amounts, continuing through the weekend.

Knicks' fan-favorite approaching deadline to opt out of contract

Saturday is decision day for Josh Hart. 

Adam Rich's cause of death revealed months after he died

The former "Eight Is Enough" child star had a history with drugs.

White House repeatedly refuses to answer if Biden was involved in Hunter's China shakedown

A text message released Thursday shows the first son coercing a Chinese government-linked businessman, warning he was "with my father."

Only 2 of my daughter's classmates came to her birthday party — and I panicked

“I don’t know what to do," the worried young mom admitted hours before the party.

Wagner boss accused of trying to stage coup as his 25K soldiers claim military HQ — Putin condemns 'treason' as 'stab in the back'

“This is not a military coup, but a march of justice,” Prigozhin declared. “We will destroy anyone who stands in our way. We are moving forward and will go until...

Nets confident injury-riddled first-round pick is worth the gamble

History may be repeating itself in Brooklyn. The Nets certainly hope it is. 

NFL host out at ESPN as tumult at network continues

The former Patriot and two-time Super Bowl Champion joined ESPN in 2019 and was an on-air personality on programs including “NFL Live,” “Get Up” and “SportsCenter.” 

Top NBA draft pick Victor Wembanyama towers over everyone in San Antonio arrival

It's no secret that Victor Wembanyama is a tall person.

Titanic survivor's haunting tale resurfaces after Titan sub implosion

"I was getting higher and higher in the air, and I thought, 'Well, now I'll go,' and I dropped," Frank Prentice said. "And I hit the water with a terrific...

Doomed Titanic sub CEO 'didn't want anyone telling him what he couldn't do'

Doomed OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush -- who lost his life along with four others -- was "a cowboy" who "didn’t want anyone telling him what he couldn’t do," sources said.

'Influencer' parents spend $5K on kids' summer camp swag

With kids heading off to summer camp, parents have spent months or even a year stocking up on the coolest custom essentials — and becoming money-making #bunkjunk influencers in the process.

Yankees vet searching for answers: 'haven't hit this bad in a while'

DJ LeMahieu, on Friday afternoon, bore the look of a man searching for answers and coming up empty-handed.

Florida woman threatened to gut ex 'like a deer' days before alleged slaying

Brittany Holbrook was reportedly drunk and sloppy when she revealed her violent thoughts, which friends claim is not abnormal behavior from the woman.

Missing from Biden-Modi meet: How to end India's Russian fuel imports

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi enjoyed a rousing welcome from Congress and a congenial White House visit, culminating in a state dinner Thursday.

‘Peanuts’ creator Charles Schulz's CA home, golf course list for $3.9M

The listing is in, but it’s charging much more than Lucy.

Neymar, Bruna Biancardi step out after footballer's cheating apology, 'rules' rumors

The Brazilian soccer star his pregnant girlfriend appeared together at his Instituto Projeto Neymar Jr. charity auction on Thursday, days after the PSG forward copped to cheating.

Garland denies the DOJ is corrupt: 'Nothing could be further from the truth'

The allegation that the DOJ is corrupt "constitutes an attack on an institution that is essential to American democracy and essential to the safety of the American people," Garland said.

Why Hunter Biden angrily threatened his Chinese business associate

First son Hunter Biden angrily threatened a Chinese businessman over a deal in 2017, saying the associate would “regret not following” his direction and using his father, Joe Biden, as...

NBA insider's bet market-swinging tweet on draft put FanDuel in a bind

With a simple tweet, NBA insider and FanDuel partner Shams Charania sent the NBA Draft betting market into a frenzy. 

NBA Draft mom who went viral for white dress -- is 'reliving it all'

Brikitta Kool-Daniels, who went viral during last year's draft when her son, Dyson Daniels was selected eighth overall by the Pelicans, gushed that she was "reliving it all" in a...

Thousands of migrants keep coming into NYC every month — will Adams finally say stop

Last week Mayor Eric Adams offered up Gracie Mansion as a hostel for border-hoppers.

Maury Povich hawking at-home paternity tests: 'The results are in'

"I've seen firsthand how DNA testing can change lives and bring families together," Povich said in a statement.

More victims of convicted pedophile may be out there: Bragg

The convicted creep sent to prison this week for molesting a young boy he babysat worked in other fields that put him in direct contact with children.

Suddenly, liberal media aren't so keen to blare whistleblower charges

Guess whistleblowers just aren't all that cool anymore, given how the NYT and WaPo back-paged the damning allegations from IRS truth-tellers.

I delivered a 'miracle' baby 22 years ago — now she's my daughter-in-law

"It really does feel like it was meant to be."

Devils re-sign veteran winger: 'Type of player that we needed'

Erik Haula is back at The Rock. 

Julian Sands' family says he's 'in our hearts' 6 months after actor went missing

Sands was reported missing on Jan. 13 while hiking California's Mount Baldy.

'Titanic' director James Cameron blames submersible's carbon-fiber hull for deadly implosion

"Titanic" director James Cameron blamed the vulnerable carbon fiber composite construction hull of the doomed OceanGate submersible for its tragic implosion on Friday.

‘Real Housewives’ alum Dina Manzo drops $16M on ocean-view mansion

The former housewife and her husband have splurged on a new Montecito estate.

What do 2023 AEW tickets cost? The answer just might surprise you

These won't put your wallet in a chokehold.

Kevin Costner's lavish spending revealed amid divorce battle: report

The couple "traveled the world in private planes [and] stayed in luxurious hotels," his estranged wife Christine Baumgartner wrote in court documents.

Don't let petty politics kill the city's retiree health-care savings

Speaker Adrienne Adams needs to back up the mayor (and the unions!) and squelch Barron’s bill.

Diabetes cases to double to 1.3B adults by 2050: experts

If rates of diabetes double, it could stress health care systems beyond the breaking point, experts fear.

NYC pays $8M per day to house nearly 100K migrants as surge continues

As of this week, 98,400 people were being housed in city-run shelters -- a population roughly equal to the size of Albany, according to City Hall’s latest headcount.

Hunter’s Easy Plea Deal: Letters to the Editor, June 24, 2023

Post readers deal out their opinions on Hunter's plea deal.

Jockey Jamie Kah investigated over white powder pics

Racing Victoria is investigating jockey Jamie Kah after images circulated online of the superstar with a plate of white powder.

Driver who injured 3 in NYC crash, claimed Google 'tortured' him also charged with attempted arson: court doc

The man who allegedly crashed into a Chelsea building, injuring three people -- and who had long-claimed Google was "torturing" him -- now faces attempted arson charges.

'And Just Like That' Season 2 isn't great — but at least it's not as cringeworthy

The second season of "And Just Like That ..." is no masterpiece by any stretch, but you'll cringe a lot less than you did in Season 1.

Queen Camilla is King Charles' 'rock' in public: body language expert

Queen Camilla is growing into her role as monarch alongside her husband, according to a skilled observer.

Hunter skates thanks to corruption, then hobnobs in a tux at White House

Less than a week after Hunter Biden was gifted a sweetheart deal by the Department of Justice, he was in a tuxedo mingling with DC elites at a White House...

Foo Fighters fool Glastonbury festivalgoers with surprise appearance

They were billed as The ChurnUps, but it was really Dave Grohl and the Foos.

Dan Le Batard finds it 'deeply offensive' Craig Carton got FS1 gig: 'Awful industry'

Dan Le Batard takes offense to Craig Carton's career resurgence. Or, more specifically, what it says about his profession.

I play the 'worst position' in the NFL and no one will pay me

The NFL’s market for running backs is dwindling, and Melvin Gordon III isn’t happy about it. 

Pols promise 'free stuff' yet the US economy has only grown LESS free

The Heritage Foundation ranks economic freedom across the globe and this year, the United States ranks 25th on the list.

Ex-Giants star slammed with facility ban for giving away money at LSU

Odell Beckham Jr. won't be handing out $100 bills on the LSU sidelines again anytime soon.

Tiny-home community with ocean views boasts $650 rent, free Wi-Fi

"I'm a minimalist at heart to begin with, so this made sense to me," said Beth Nugent, a Tiny Tranquility resident.

Coast Guard knew Titan sub imploded Sunday, but continued search anyway — here's why

A US Navy official said the intel was immediately shared with the command post. However, the information was "not definitive," so a decision was made to "make every effort to...

Zach Wilson catching NBA Draft strays while on vacation with girlfriend

Zach Wilson is getting mocked all the way from the Bahamas during the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday night.

Chris Christie won’t fire FBI director who was his Bridgegate lawyer

Chris Christie is the only Republican presidential candidate pledging not to fire FBI Director Christopher Wray.

Mom of late 15-year-old subway surfer calls for more action: 'MTA is full of s--t'

Norma Nazario said the MTA needs to do more, such as locking the access doors at the ends of cars.

Prosecutors reveal late UberEats driver's heartbreaking final words at killer's sentencing

Prosecutors on Friday revealed the heart-wrenching dying words of an immigrant deliveryman fatally stabbed for his e-bike, saying his family continues to grieve the senseless loss.

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Can the Knicks salvage the team's relationship with Obi Toppin?

The Knicks Wall’s Danny B joins Brandon London after the Knicks signed Obi Toppin’s younger brother, Jacob, in the wake of the elder Toppin’s reported strife with Tom Thibodeau during...

I couldn’t afford a home of my own so I moved into an abandoned school

A musician who couldn’t afford to buy or rent a house has made the bold move to hole up in an abandoned school – and it’s perfectly legal.

You might be 'micro-cheating' if you make these everyday mistakes

According to TikTok, there are varying degrees of cheating -- but no one can decide on where to draw the line.

Shocking map shows Austin, Texas’ homeless camp explosion with 10K living on streets

The illegal camps show how out-of-control Austin's homeless crisis has become.

Sheldon Harnick, 'Fiddler on the Roof' lyricist, dies at 99

"Oh, the gifts he left us!” said actor Harvey Fierstein.

NYC pays airfare to send some migrants back to Colombia and Peru

The documents show that City Hall shelled out roughly $50,000 between April 2022 and April 2023 to resettle 114 of the recent arrivals outside of the five boroughs.

Yankees see something 'great' as top prospect struggles to match 'Martian' hype

Nicknamed “The Martian,” he entered Friday night slashing a very-Earthly .198/.344/.369 with a .714 OPS, 10 home runs and 37 RBIs.

What does the cheapest ticket cost to see Bill Burr live in 2023?

Get ready for yelling, insane takes and belly laughs.

States can't challenge Biden deportation policy that expels migrants convicted of certain crimes: SC

With a landslide vote of 8-1, the Supreme Court on Friday allowed a Biden administration immigration policy that prioritizes the expulsion of migrants with certain criminal convictions to go forward.

Paul McCartney responds to AI allegations about new Beatles song

He gets by with a little help from AI -- just a little.

Gov. Hochul gives legal protection to NY doctors who send abortion pills across state lines

The Democratic governor described the new law as a direct challenge to states that have dramatically limited or outright outlawed abortions over the past year.

OceanGate’s CEO joins surprisingly long list of inventors killed by own creations

Rush’s fate is also eerily similar to that of Thomas Andrews, the Irish shipbuilder who designed the Titanic – and went down with the ship.

End of season sale: Shop Aerie's bikini separates for just $15

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Expert explains what could have caused 'catastrophic implosion' on doomed OceanGate Titanic sub

Investigators were hunting for clues on Friday as to how and why the OceanGate-owned submersible suddenly fell apart as it was descending toward the wreck of the Titanic this week.

OceanGate received $450K in pandemic PPP loans to cover payroll costs: Fed tracker

The company that operated the Titan submersible received $447,000 in government loans throughout the pandemic, according to federal loan tracker ProPublica.

Why Victor Wembanyama may be overvalued in ROY betting market

Victor Wembanyama is an overwhelming favorite to be the NBA Rookie of the Year next season. 

My high school teacher set me up with her brother-in-law — now we're inseparable

"I definitely didn't expect this," Ellie Gervais said. "It feels like magic."

The pick to make for Red Sox-White Sox

It’s the battle of the Sox on Friday night as Boston travels to the Windy City.

OceanGate listed job posting for 'submersible pilot' during doomed Titan rescue efforts

The company posted the ad in search of a "Submersible Pilot/Marine Technician" who would "help manage and operate our fleet of manned submersibles and support vessels."

Raptors draftee perfectly executes plan to befriend Drake

Gradey Dick’s dreams came true at the 2023 NBA Draft –– he may now have the chance to hang out with Drake. 

Former No. 1 recruit drafted by Cavaliers after rollercoaster college career

A former top prospect in high school who struggled on the court in college and was arrested last September, Bates was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Suspect busted in nearly a dozen knifepoint robberies in NYC: 'He's a pretty violent guy'

Nicolas Giraldo, 26, was identified as a suspect earlier this week and charged Friday with multiple counts of robbery and assault, as well as grand larceny, according to police.

Horrifying video shows veteran London officer being shot dead by man he was booking into custody

Sgt. Matt Ratana was just three months shy or retiring when he was blasted to death by Louis De Zoysa, 25, with a hidden 128-year-old revolver.

Central Park Boathouse dining is back — and it's very bad

The new Boathouse Cafe offers up poorly executed basics, such as a mediocre burger and a flavorless fish sandwich.

Fans erupt over KFC all-you-can-eat buffet: 'We need it back'

KFC fans are in hysterics over a viral photo of a KFC all-you-can-eat buffet, with many calling for one in their suburb.

Ride with the road dog in Friday night NL showdown

Luis Ortiz will lead the visiting Pirates past the Giants on Friday night, Stitches predicts.

Woman riding e-bike pulling 7 dogs confronted by stranger on the street for 'dangerous' act

A woman filmed riding an e-bike while pulling seven dogs on a leash has sparked outrage online, receiving a lashing for her dangerous, illegal and “stupid” act.

Red Rocks concertgoer pelted by hail describes taking shelter under the table during Colorado storm

At least 90 people at the outdoor concert venue were injured by hailstones the size of golf balls that fell from the severe storm.

Washingtonians fed up as ODs claim over 2,750 lives in soft-on-drugs state

Lawless Washington is poised to have the most overdose deaths in the nation— and progressives who were once against punishing drug users are finally fed up and changing their tune,...

Olivia Dunne reveals her red flags: 'Emphasis on the middle one'

Star LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne revealed her "red flags" in a new TikTok video.

People who nap at work have bigger brains, are more productive: research

You actually can sleep your way to the top — after all, Einstein, da Vinci, Aristotle, Eisenhower, Edison and Napoleon did.

Teen moped rider busted in hit-and-run that left boy, 6, clinging to life

The teen was slapped with a juvenile charge for leaving the scene of an accident with a serious injury in connection to the tragic Sunday incident.

I make six figures — here are my secrets so you can, too

Stacey Brass-Russell believes in five core mantras to ensure a mindset primed for success.

Rep. Lauren Boebert confirms she's a grandmother at 36, doesn't want ‘spats’ with MTG

Rep. Lauren Boebert announced Thursday that she is now a grandmother and doesn’t have time for “spats” with members of Congress like far-right Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Straphanger sucker-punched in vicious caught-on-video Brooklyn attack

The violence broke out just before midnight on Sunday night while the 27-year-old was looking down at her phone while walking inside the Clinton-Washington Avenues subway station.

'Great risk': Everything you need to know about OceanGate and what's next for the company

OceanGate Expeditions is the owner and operator behind the Titan submersible, which experienced what the Coast Guard called a "catastrophic implosion" amid its journey to the Titanic shipwreck.

My husband got an aneurysm and became a different person, so I divorced him

Ohio's Kim Beyer has been labelled "self- centered" online after divorcing her husband Matthias because she felt his brain aneurysm turned him into a "different person."

How much do last-minute Eric Church tickets cost? Some are shockingly cheap

This summer, Church is outdoors.

Stephen A. Smith pokes fun at his viral Victor Wembanyama photo

Stephen A. and Victor Wembanyama are just a little separated in height.

Watch as killer whales attack yacht in race incident

The Dutch crew had some scary visitors.

Veterans slam Pentagon's reported social media surveillance push

The US Army Protective Services Battalion strives to prevent "assassination, kidnapping, injury or embarrassment" of those under its protection, according to Army records.

Titanic sub Snopes fail on Elon Musk shows 'fact checks' = lefty bull

Snopes LIED about Musk's Starlink tech being used for communications with the sub. Here's why.

Mayor Adams vetoes NYC Council housing voucher package, setting up likely showdown

Mayor Eric Adams vetoed a package of City Council bills on Friday that reformed and expanded the Big Apple's housing voucher program, claiming that lawmakers exceeded their authority with the...

DraftKings, Fanatics vie for PointsBet — 2 years after scrapping $48B merger: sources

“Jason was stopped and now he is returning the favor,” a sports betting executive said of the hard-charging DraftKings boss.

'Turned to dust': Chances of recovering Titanic sub bodies is bleak, experts say

The four tourists, including two billionaires, and the CEO of OceanGate Expeditions were all killed when the submersible suffered a “catastrophic implosion,” the US Coast Guard announced Thursday.

Demoted Mets starter wasn't only member of family to have brutal baseball day

Cancel that Megill reunion at Citi Field next week.

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Tropical Storm Bret slams Caribbean with gusty winds, heavy rainfall -- Here's what travelers can expect

Tropical Storm Bret pulled away from the eastern Caribbean islands Friday after producing reported wind gusts upwards of 60 mph overnight Thursday.

'Destroyed the company': Software giant Anaplan begins layoffs after Thoma Bravo's $10.4B buyout deal

At least 119 employees were laid off at Anaplan's San Francisco headquarters.

Ford supervisor followed worker home, raped her in bedroom: lawsuit

An employee at a Ford plant in Chicago was raped by her supervisor and sexually assaulted by at least five other co-workers, according to an explosive lawsuit.

Tom Brady mimics son jumping off yacht during European getaway

Tom Brady is making a splash in Greece this summer with his kids. 

Paulina Gretzky shows off her golf swing during Dustin Johnson birthday outing

Paulina Gretzky showed off her impressive backswing while golfing with her family for husband Dustin Johnson's birthday on Thursday.

Driver on electric bike strikes tot and mom in NYC hit-and-run: cops

A 42-year-old mom was walking with her young son in Lower Manhattan when a man on an electric bicycle struck them, cops said.

I fell for a free lip filler offer — my face doubled in size and it hurt like hell

“I went to go get my lips done yesterday, and something bad happened,” Jessica Burko said in a viral TikTok video.

'Zombie' buildings abandoned during commercial real estate 'apocalypse'

Commercial real estate owners in hubs like New York, San Francisco, and Hong Kong are handing keys back to lenders for properties worth less than the debt secured against them.

Winners of the Siena Drone Photo Awards 2023

These incredible aerial shots were all shot from overhead using a drone.

Man photographed murdered wife after strangling her, moving her body: 'Inexplicable'

A court has been told of the act a man performed after killing his wife, with the woman’s loved ones tearfully saying it was not how she deserved to be...

Man stayed at 5-star Indian hotel for nearly 2 years — then skipped out on $70K bill with help of staff: cops

A man walked into a five-star Indian hotel and booked a room for one night – then extended his stay by almost two years and allegedly skipped his roughly $70,700...

Goldman Sachs facing big writedown on troubled $2.2B GreenSky deal: report

One bidder said GreenSky's loan origination platform is worth roughly $300 million, while another said it was worth closer to $500 million, according to the report.

1 out of 5 Americans believe they’ll never be able to afford a home

A recent poll conducted among 2,000 Americans shows the murky prospects for home ownership in the current economic climate.

Thousands of Starbucks workers across 150 stores to strike over Pride decorations

Starbucks has denied the claims by Starbucks Workers United that the Seattle-based coffee giant banned in-store Pride decorations during Pride Month.

Mets to face off against NL East rival in London in 2024

Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association announced on Friday that the Mets and Phillies will play a two-game series at London Stadium on June 8th and 9th in...

'Living legend': Hamish Harding's family say billionaire explorer died 'doing what he loved'

"If we can take any small consolation from this tragedy, it's that we lost him doing what he loved," the billionaire explorer's family said.

Former NFL linebacker, wife owe $15 million in back taxes: lawsuit

The former NFL linebacker has landed himself in trouble again.

Florida teen brushes off gator attack on 911 call: 'I'm good'

“I just got bit by a gator,” Gabriel Klimis, 13, said calmly on the Tuesday night emergency call.

Read the 'iron-clad' death waiver doomed Titanic sub tourists signed: 'Not ... certified by any regulatory body'

The three-page document spells out the risks passengers take when riding in the 23,000-pound Titan submersible

Why this team is only one in MLB without a Pride Night

All but one of the 30 of the Major League Baseball teams are hosting Pride Nights this season.

Dermot Mulroney walks off 'The View' to show support for writers' strike

Dermot Mulroney made an appearance on "The View" to promote his new Disney+ Marvel series -- but he made a dramatic exit and walked off set during the live taping.

Sam Smith slammed after hoax video of embarrassing stage dive

A video of the catastrophic crowd surfing attempt has amassed nearly 8 million views on TikTok.

Hunter Biden was at Joe’s Delaware home the same day he used dad as leverage in China biz text, laptop pics reveal

The same day that he used his father as leverage in a text message sent to a Chinese business associate to close a deal, first son Hunter Biden was at...

Honda recalling 1.2M SUVs, minivans over rear camera issue

The recall covers some 2018-2023 Odyssey minivans, 2019-2022 Pilot SUVs, and 2019-2023 Passport SUVs.

CNN's Jake Tapper eviscerates RFK Jr. for 'wild and false story' about him

According to Tapper, RFK Jr. falsely claimed that Tapper told him in 2005 that an ABC News segment was spiked by management.

Influencer reveals truth about how loofahs are made and the internet is losing it

Loofahs are those mysterious things we use to exfoliate the bejeezus out of our skin, but no one actually knows what they are.

Zuckerberg, Musk have been ripping each other for years behind closed doors as billionaires talk possible 'cage match'

Mark Zuckerberg accepted Elon Musk's challenge for a "cage match" earlier this week.

Teen charged with attempted murder in caught-on-video 2022 NYC shooting

A 17-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder in the broad daylight, caught-on-video shooting of a teen his own age nearly a year ago in Queens, police said. 

Forget Jeremy Allen White -- this is chef to lust after on 'The Bear' Season 2

Kiss the cook — but this time, it’s a different guy. 

Elon Musk has zero chance in Mark Zuckerberg cage match, UFC legend says

"People often want to be what they're not," UFC legend turned Brazilian jiu-jitsu trainer Matt Serra told The Post. "They're really smart, nerdy guys, so it doesn't surprise me that...

What does the cheapest tickets cost to see The 1975 on tour in 2023?

Allegedly, they're "still at their very best."

College basketball's biggest stars ignored in NBA draft

58 players got their name called at the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday night – but there were a handful of recognizable college superstars that didn't.

Woman reveals the weirdest houses listed on Zillow including a converted missile silo and a 'doll jail'

A social media creator has garnered over 714,000 followers on TikTok and 51,000 followers on Instagram for sharing some arguably outrageous homes available for sale on Zillow — an American tech real-estate...

Lonzo Ball's injury updates keep getting more worrying

Lonzo Ball's knee is still not cooperating.

Thousands of chickens stay put after tornado strikes Mississippi poultry farm

The EF-3 tornado in Louin had estimated peak winds of 150 mph and was on the ground for 7.6 miles.

FTX sues former Hillary Clinton aide over $700 million in 'misappropriated funds'

The bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange took legal action on Thursday against Michael Kives and his company, K5 Global, and firm co-founder Bryan Baum.

Victor Wembanyama's sister becomes unexpected star of NBA draft

Victor Wembanyama's sister Eve is on cloud nine after the Frenchman was selected by the Spurs with the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday.

Andy Cohen: It would be my 'dream job' to host 'Wheel of Fortune'

Longtime host Pat Sajak announced his retirement from the game show on June 12.

The best crystals for your zodiac sign, according to an astrologer

While some people may just think that these stones are only used for art or beauty, they also carry very specific energetic frequencies that one can use and each zodiac...

Shocking moment OceanGate cofounder learns about debris news mid-interview

Entrepreneur Guillermo Söhnlein, 57, was visibly taken aback by the news that debris was found on the ocean floor.

There was a very awkward Ben Simmons moment during ESPN's draft coverage

The topic of Ben Simmons went about as well as could be hoped at the 2023 NBA Draft.

Game controller used on Titan sub hit with sarcastic Amazon reviews: It 'sank my submarine'

A Logitech F710 was used to operate the Titan submersible, and the manufacturer has since received a slew of negative comments on Amazon, and its stock fell 3.4%.

Florida firefighter adopts baby he found in drop box: 'We locked eyes, and that was it'

He's used to saving lives -- but not quite like this. A smitten Florida firefighter adopted an adorable baby girl he discovered in an infant drop box back in January,...

Mexican hotel where two Americans were found dead under mysterious circumstances closes for investigation

Hyatt, the record’s management company, is conducting an “extensive independent investigation…led by a third party” into the troubling deaths.

College volleyball player says she was scolded by ChatGPT over tweet advocating against trans women in women's sports

Macy Petty says ChatGPT tried to censor her tweet on women's sports.

We're shocked by Taylor Swift ticket prices in Minnesota. What do they cost?

Seriously, these deals are beyond your "Wildest Dreams."

NYC perv attempts to rape woman in Prospect Park: cops

The 27-year-old woman was walking inside the greenspace, near Dog Beach and Fallkill Falls around 9:15 p.m. Monday when a stranger came up to her from behind and lifted up...

House Judiciary Committee invites Biden social media 'censor' to testify

"A government-approved or facilitated censorship regime poses a grave threat to the First Amendment and Americans’ civil liberties," Rep. Jim Jordan said.

Winners and losers of 2023 NBA Draft: Rough night for the Knicks

It usually takes a few years to know for sure how to evaluate an NBA draft, but the results of this process often separate winning teams from unsuccessful ones.

Rich Paul told teams not to draft his client – who became Mr. Irrelevant

NBA super agent Rich Paul apparently was busy executing a discrete plan to purposely make one of his clients the Mr. Irrelevant of the 2023 NBA Draft.

Spotify execs 'horrified' by Prince Harry's comments on Oprah interview: expert

The royal raised eyebrows with flip remarks about the Spotify deal during his sensational sit-down with Winfrey.

'Titanic' director James Cameron slams search for missing sub, says he knew for days that sub imploded

“Titanic” director James Cameron has slammed the days-long search operation for the doomed Titan sub as a "nightmarish charade" -- insisting he knew that the vessel had imploded just hours after...

NYC college grad says viral mic drop justified because she's 'black woman in America': 'I am always in the right'

A black college graduate has defended her viral mic drop -- declaring that she is not the “bad guy” for grabbing a microphone from a white educator over a name...

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Taking stock of Gerrit Cole's AL Cy Young Award odds

Vegas oddsmakers have Gerrit Cole in the race for the AL Cy Young Award.

Haunting image of OceanGate CEO peering out of Titan resurfaces

OceanGate’s Titanic-bound submersible went missing on Sunday with five passengers killed in a ‘catastrophic implosion,’ according to the US Coast Guard. Follow the Post’s live updates. What you need to...

Baby girl found abandoned outside NYC nail salon, mom arrested: cops

The infant was discovered sleeping in a stroller, alone, around 5:50 a.m. outside a nail salon in the Bronx, police said.

Doomed Titanic sub CEO tried to sell cut-price tickets, saying it was 'safer than crossing the street'

"He was absolutely convinced that it was safer than crossing the street,' Jay Bloom wrote on Facebook. "But he was very wrong."

Knicks sign Obi Toppin's brother after ugly fight leaks

The Knicks are keeping it in the family.

Adani Group faces US scrutiny over alleged stock manipulation, accounting fraud

A scathing report published earlier this year claims "Adani Group has engaged in a brazen stock manipulation and accounting fraud scheme over the course of decades."

Chris Noth feels 'iced out' by 'Sex and the City' cast after sexual assault claims: report

The "Law & Order" star was accused of assault by multiple women back in 2021.

Subway slasher case: Fresh cause to close mental health revolving door

Accused subway slasher Kemal Rideout’s rap sheet goes back 15 years, including attempted rape, assault, criminal mischief and a history of mental illness.

When will America put out the three-alarm fire in its public schools?

The latest round of test scores from the NAEP shows achievement in reading and math among 13-year-olds tested last year has fallen off a cliff.

The 26 best women's skirts in every style for summer 2023 that we love

Say goodbye to shorts and pants for the summer!

Macro deals: Score a like-new MacBook Air and Microsoft Office for only $499.99

You know what they say about an Apple deal a day...

'A promise to myself': Brooklyn-born star confident he'll perform like 'superstar' in career-defining bout

Berlanga is at a critical juncture in his career.

A look at the Mets' plans for an MLB Draft with a lot of 'depth'

The Mets dropped 10 spots in this year’s MLB Draft and won’t pick until outside the first round, at No. 32 overall.

Georgia police ripped for using photo of black man in target practice

A Georgia police department has come under fire for using a photo of a Black man for target practice in a civilian firearms class – and posting video on social...

Olivia Dunne celebrates LSU's College World Series finals berth

LSU's famed gymnast has been supporting her beloved Tigers all week.

The thinking behind the Yankees' sometimes frustrating, forward-thinking bullpen plan

The Yankees are proceeding carefully with one of the most heavily used bullpens in MLB.

Titanic' director James Cameron rips doomed Titan sub for not getting certified: 'Preventable'

Cameron said that deep-submergence vehicles are the safety gold standard because of the certification protocols they all follow -- "except this one" didn't.

Inside how Aaron Rodgers’ favorite psychedelic drug works its wonders

Ayahuasca is a psychedelic brew with a centuries-old tradition among indigenous societies in the Amazon rainforest.

The NBA drama that got our attention as Victor Wembanyama towered over the draft

Victor Wembanyama’s arrival to the NBA was just one of several notable moves made Thursday at the draft.

My AI girlfriend saved my marriage - but is it cheating?

While bachelors use ChatGPT to woo Tinder matches, others are going even further, engaging in online companionship — even if they’re happily married.

19-year-old was ‘terrified’ of Titan trip but wanted to please his Titanic-obsessed dad: relative

Suleman Dawood, who died aboard the imploded submersible, was “terrified” about taking the ill-fated trip to the Titanic shipwreck -- but decided to go to please his dad, his aunt...

Justin Verlander is just part of the wreckage of last year's Cy Young races

Much is made of the ages of Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander to explain their downturns in performance. And, sure, that probably is part of it.

Texas Gov. Abbott weighs in on potential Mark Zuckerberg-Elon Musk cage match: 'Biggest fight'

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott took to Twitter to weigh in on a potential battle of the billionaires between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk. What began as banter on Twitter between Musk,...

Chef posts viral hack on TikTok: How to tell if your local McDonald's 'is a good one'

Mike Haraz of Illinois is a former McDonald's corporate chef — check out his 'quality' test

Coors Light stands firm as title sponsor of Denver Pride Parade despite Bud Light controversy

The Coors Light Denver Pride Parade expects 15,000 people marching and at least another 100,000 watching on Sunday.

Elderly artist, veteran forced to vacate shack he's maintained for nearly 80 years

But the Park Service does not recognize Del Deo as the owner and has ordered him to vacate the shack.

Struggling slugger's return to outfield doesn't provide spark

Giancarlo Stanton has gone into a tailspin at the plate, something that’s been all too frequent — especially over the last year.

3M reaches $10.3 billion settlement over contamination of water systems with 'forever chemicals'

The agreement would settle a case that was scheduled for trial earlier this month involving a claim by Stuart, Florida, one of about 300 communities that have filed similar suits.

Yankees veteran's struggles continue after three-day 'reset'

DJ LeMahieu is still not hitting.

Dear Abby: My toxic sister-in-law wore a wedding dress to my husband's funeral

Dear Abby advises a woman dealing with toxic in-laws and a mom who needs some alone time.

OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush once boasted about ‘breaking some rules’ to build ill-fated Titanic sub

"It's picking the rules you break that are the ones that will add value to others and add value to society."

Infamous ballhawk Zack Hample misses out on top prospect's first homer

He finally didn't get one.

San Francisco lawyer kills mother and family dog before police fatally shoot him: reports

Marc Child, 37, allegedly killed the 76-year-old woman and the dog inside his parents’ home around 2:30 a.m. Thursday, police and law enforcement sources told the San Francisco Standard.

Victor Wembanyama was all smiles after he got this phone call

Victor Wembanyama was all smiles when he got a call from Gregg Popovich after the San Antonio Spurs took him first overall at Thursday’s NBA Draft. 

Florida deputies hold 'exhausted' manatee's head above water for 2 hours, saving its life

"I thought I was going to drown – a martyr for the cause."

2023 NBA Draft grades: How each team fared in the first round

The Post's Zach Braziller grades out the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft.

Best friend of Ohio teen killed on Myrtle Beach trip reveals chilling new details

Blake Linkous and Natalie Martin allegedly split up after he threw her across a room, according to a friend.

Plant-based activists demand 'Macon Bacon' baseball team change name to stop its 'glorification of bacon'

"The Macon Bacon will be sizzling forever and will not consider a name change. Ever," team President Brandon Raphael said in response to the fit-to-be-fried activists.

Nets snag Kansas forward in second round of NBA draft

The Nets made their third pick of the NBA Draft on Thursday night at Barclays Center, selecting forward Jalen Wilson with the No. 51 selection. The second-round pick broke through...

Former Villanova star not 'fazed' by NBA draft slide to Rockets

Nearly two-thirds of the first round was over, and the former Villanova star was still waiting.

GOP Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Elise Stefanik introduce resolutions to expunge Trump’s impeachments

The two Republicans argue that the accusations against the 2024 Republican presidential front-runner were politically motivated and did not meet the burden of proving the commission of “high crimes and...

CUNY Law grad says she 'would not change' her 'hate speech' address

“I would not change a single word of my speech — and I would say it louder,” Fatima Mohammed declared Tuesday in her first remarks since her contentious May 12...

Yankees starter questioning himself after latest disaster outing

For much of the first two-plus months of the season, Domingo German was a solid piece of a Yankee rotation, but now he's a question mark.

Thompson twins make NBA Draft history

The Thompson twins are 6-7 guards who played for Overtime Elite, a pro league in Atlanta, for the past two seasons.

Yankees veteran's boo-worthy play continues

The Yankees, for better or for worse, appear stuck with Donaldson, whose average dipped to .127 with an 0-for-3 line in their 10-2 loss to Seattle.