May 28, 2023

3-month-old baby found dead in woods near Bronx homeless shelter: police

The medical examiner will determine the baby’s cause of death, the NYPD said.

Yankees starter still seeking clarity from MLB over sticky stuff

German has maintained he only used rosin and sweat — and not a foreign substance — to get a grip. 

Heat might only be adding to an all-time collapse versus Celtics

Miami is guaranteeing a Game 7 victory. Boston is looking to complete an impossible comeback, to rewrite history instead of just being a footnote to it.

As Henry Kissinger turns 100, few can rival the genius of geopolitics

Heinz Alfred Kissinger made headlines with his reflections on the shifting geopolitical realities of Central Europe.

Who is Derrick White? Meet the Celtics' NBA playoffs hero

Derrick White doesn’t have the most glamorous name on the Celtics’ roster.

McCarthy's debt-ceiling deal with Biden comes up short on vow to rein in IRS

Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s one debt-ceiling dealbreaker should have been his promise to defund President Biden’s massive $80 billion to turbocharge an already weaponized IRS.

5 injured in separate shootings across NYC Sunday

The teen was shot in the left leg around 4:40 p.m. on Pitkin Street and taken to Brookdale Hospital in stable condition, cops said.

NBA opens investigation into referee over alleged burner account

NBA referee Eric Lewis is in the middle of a burner account controversy, and the league is launching an investigation.

Ohio inmate who escaped prison found dead floating in river: police

The body of Bradley Gillespie, the inmate who escaped from an Ohio prison nearly five days ago, was found floating in the Ohio River on Sunday afternoon.

Father in drunken stupor accused of taping pacifier into infant's mouth, child later found with bloodied nose

The dad -- who had previously been honored for his work as an EMT -- made several frenzied calls to friends around 8 p.m. that night asking for help to...

Arizona mom pleads guilty to locking 6-year-old son in closet, starving him to death

Elizabeth Archibeque is facing life behind bars after she pleaded guilty this month to locking her 6-year-old son Deshaun Martinez in a closet and starving him to death. 

Mets starter shelled in second rough outing in a row

Tylor Megill gave the Mets two straight performances earlier this month that provided optimism he was ready to help this Mets rotation. It’s gone badly for the right-hander in his two...

ESPN host accused of 'bigotry' after transgender athlete stance

ESPN broadcaster Sam Ponder came under fire on Sunday as her support for keeping women’s sports fair and equal was the subject of an opinion column from USA Today’s Nancy...

Ace's struggles in this area returning in new Yankees concern

Gerrit Cole was good enough to help the Yankees win, but not good enough to feel overly optimistic about his afternoon. 

Trump blasts Texas Gov. Greg Abbott over staying silent during AG's impeachment

“MISSING IN ACTION! Where is the Governor of Texas on his Attorney General’s Impeachment,” Trump posted on Truth Social Saturday evening.

How Anthony Rizzo is feeling after injury scare: Keeping 'an eye on him'

It is possible that no Yankee, Aaron Judge included, has been more valuable than the steady Anthony Rizzo this season.

Closer activated for White Sox return after cancer battle: 'Couldn’t be more proud'

Liam Hendriks is cancer free and officially back in the majors with the White Sox.

You've been using your colander the wrong way: Chef

"NOOO! You're using the colander WRONG 😳😳😳😳😳😳," disagreed one person.

Russian lawmaker threatens missile strikes on Alaska, as Sen. Lindsey Graham appears to praise US dollars spent killing Russians

Russian lawmaker Andrey Gurulyov suggested the country launch a pre-emptive missile attack on Alaska after comments on the war by Sen. Lindsey Graham during a visit to Ukraine.

Army veteran's TikTok goes viral after he details frustrating experience with the VA

Joe Cantasano said the VA has let him down multiple times in the past few years.

Biden, McCarthy pushing for votes after reaching final debt-ceiling deal to avoid default

The Democratic president and Republican speaker spoke with each other Sunday evening as negotiators rushed to draft the bill text so lawmakers can review compromises that neither the hard-right or...

What non-Aaron Judge Yankees showed in entertaining day at Stadium

On a fun day in The Bronx, the Yankees entertained the holiday weekend crowd with an uneven but ultimately satisfying performance that perhaps portended even better things to come. 

Hochul admin’s state gambling decisions have been good for hubby’s business: report

Just last month, the governor made a last-minute tweak to the state budget to restructure the public-private board overseeing western New York's Batavia Downs hotel and casino, a competitor of...

Dad shared final eerie Facebook image before he was killed defending son

The tragic Maryland dad who was killed defending his son from bullies shared a now-eerie final Facebook post about how precious and fleeting life can be.

NY Post Yankees Beat Reporter Greg Joyce talks latest news regarding the NY Yankees

How will Domingo Germán's use of rosin affect the Yankees going forward? NY Post Yankees Beat Reporter Greg Joyce talks about the latest news regarding the New York Yankees.

Florida woman allegedly drives drunk onto beach, narrowly misses families: cops

Cops arrested a Florida woman for drunken driving after she nearly ran down families on a beach at Smyrna Dunes Park Saturday.

What had Cardinals 'upset' with DeAndre Hopkins during NFL season

Prospective teams might want to hear why DeAndre Hopkins wasn't playing to end last season before dishing out a big contract for the star receiver.

Mets pitchers battered in loss despite offensive eruption: 'This one really hurts'

Thin air and even thinner pitching is quite the combustible mixture. 

Jewel's national anthem twist at Indianapolis 500 panned as 'disrespectful'

Pop and country music star Jewel performed "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the Indianapolis 500 but her twist on the national anthem had fans scratching their heads.

2023 Mets Hall of Fame inductee Jay Horwitz and NY Post Sports Columnist Steve Serby talk with Dexter Henry

Dexter Henry has NY Post Sports Columnist Steve Serby and 2023 Mets Hall of Fame inductee Jay Horwitz as his guest. To Watch the Full Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LbDWJDN_jI

Knife fight in NYC's East Village leaves one man dead, another wounded

A Saturday night knife fight in the East Village left one man dead and another wounded on what neighbors say is normally a "quiet block."

Could 'White Lotus: All-Stars' be in the works? Creator Mike White thinks it could be 'fun'

Mike White is open to having an "All Stars" version of his hit series, "White Lotus."

Dramatic Indy 500 capped with thrilling finish

Josef Newgarden finally captured his long-awaited Indianapolis 500 on Sunday.

Birdwatcher set to premiere TV show 3 years after ‘Central Park Karen’ clash

Birdwatcher Christian Cooper is set to premiere a TV show on National Geographic featuring his travels across the US -- leaving behind an ugly 2020 "Central Park Karen" fiasco.

How the Raiders can get out of new QB's contract if injury lingers

Addendum G might end up being one of the most relevant — and complicated — parts of Jimmy Garoppolo’s contract with the Raiders.

Pat Sajak snaps at 'Wheel of Fortune' contestant after three incorrect guesses

Pat Sajak is back on the attack -- and as savage as ever.

Queen Camilla reveals that she loves gardening — but 'everything creaks and groans'

Queen Camilla loves to garden, apparently – but it makes her "creak."

Artificial intelligence model to help scientists predict whether breast cancer will spread

Oncologists in the U.K. have developed an AI model to help predict whether aggressive forms of breast cancer will spread based on changes in a patient’s lymph nodes. 

Stan Van Gundy implies Heat guard is part of 'soft' generation

The back-and-forth between former Miami Heat head coach Stan Van Gundy and current Heat guard Tyler Herro has made another development.

Heat fans at wedding go nuts thinking they won before buzzer-beater reality sinks in

Just 0.1 seconds was all that separated one wedding from the celebration of a lifetime getting that much sweeter.

Taxpayer-funded union dues: California's toxic idea is spreading

Both Michigan and Delaware recently proposed California-like tax credits for union dues, which, in effect, force taxpayers to subsidize Democratic candidates and policies.

Charles Barkley 'disappointed' LeBron James teased retirement

Charles Barkley wasn't pleased with LeBron James after he alluded to possible retirement when the Lakers were swept by the Nuggets.

Relentless offense helps Yankees take series even as ace struggles

Gerrit Cole was far from his best, the defense behind him might have struggled through its most embarrassing play of the season and a banged-up Anthony Rizzo was knocked from...

The dead we honor: Shakespeare’s apt words for Memorial Day

Memorial Day inspires mixed emotions: pride in the valor of those who gave their lives in the cause of freedom and sorrow.

Apartment stunt: Perv busted after sending naked pics to his realtor

Staijeck Helm, 23, faces felony charges and was not approved for the apartment.

Lottery winner thought she got $2,000 prize—when jackpot was actually $2 million

A California woman had a stroke of luck after she thought she had won $2,000 off a scratch-off — but had actually won $2 million.

One person injured after terrifying Indy 500 crash sees tire fly over stands into parking lot

A harrowing scene unfolded with 16 laps to go during the Indy 500 on Sunday when a driver's tire flew toward the stands during a collision with the wall.

NYC will use cell data to study impact hybrid work has on mass transit

NYC planning officials are conducting a sweeping new study of the impact hybrid remote work from home and "long-term shifts" in travel patterns first triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

State bill would grant lifetime pension to kids of slain NYPD cop

A new bill pending in Albany would provide lifetime pensions for the children of slain NYPD cop Miosotis Familia, a single parent who was gunned down while on duty in...

NYC mom questioned over daughter's fatal beating charged with abusing her other children

The Bronx mom who has been questioned over her young daughter's death was released Sunday after being charged with a pair of child endangerment charges for allegedly abusing her other...

Gorsuch rightly slams freedom-crushing 'rule by indefinite emergency edict'

Cornell law professor Michael Dorf urged Congress to impose a nationwide lockdown and suspend the writ of habeas corpus.

Yankees star leaves game after getting knocked by Padres villain

It is possible that no Yankee, Aaron Judge included, has been more valuable than the steady Anthony Rizzo this season. Which made a banged-up Rizzo getting knocked from the game...

Ukraine war is an existential struggle — for the West

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is an existential struggle for Europe, according to John Mearsheimer, the controversial scholar many consider the dean of US foreign-policy realists.

War in Ukraine may get 'new dimension,' Russian ambassador warns

"Sooner or later, this escalation might have a new dimension that we do not need and we do not want,'' warned Russia's ambassador to the UK, Andrei Kelin.

NYC lawmakers maintain ties with convicted child sex abuser who unleashed racist tirade at hearing

City Council members were seen in photos and video of events this months alongside a VOCAL-NY member who spouted anti-Asian slurs in December.

Heat vs Celtics: Game 6 breakdown and game 7 expectations

NBA Writer for TrueHoop Jarod Hector joins Dexter to discuss game 6 and preview game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Heat and the Celtics.

Unborn 'miracle' child of slain NYC cop Jason Rivera gets $20K scholarship

The unborn child of slain cop Jason Rivera is being awarded a $20,000 college scholarship from The First Responders Children's Foundation -- "a blessing" for NYPD widow Dominique Luzuriaga Rivera.

Celtics fans go wild in streets after stunning win over Heat

Derrick White’s late-game heroics in South Beach had Celtics fans in Boston celebrating like they won the championship.

Dairy Queen is getting rid of its cherry-dipped cone – just in time for summer

Fans are devastated to hear the cherry-dipped cone will be discontinued.

Hudson Yards developer reveals revised $10 billion bid for casino

Just Wynn, baby! Related Companies revealed a revised plan – exclusively to The Post – for its proposed Hudson Yards casino mega-complex that rolls the dice on two gleaming skyscrapers...

NYC teen terrified but defiant after being shot while doing homework

"When I couldn't get up from my chair and felt the pain in my leg -- then we realized someone had shot at our front door," recalled Queens teen Tamima...

Yankees turn Padres single into Little League homer on blunder-filled play

Two physical errors and one mental error from the Yankees turned a San Diego single into a Little League home run.

Incumbent President Erdogan declares victory in Turkey

Turkey’s incumbent President Recep Tayyip Erdogan declared victory Sunday in his country's runoff election, extending his increasingly authoritarian rule into a third decade.

House Republicans threaten to vote against Kevin McCarthy's 'unacceptable' debt-ceiling pact with Biden

Many House Republicans have said they do not support the debt ceiling deal Speaker Kevin McCarthy reached with President Biden, claiming they will vote no despite fears of a catastrophic...

Hunter College's bizarre hire: Letters to the Editor — May 29, 2023

Post readers sound off on the former Hunter College professor who threatened a reporter with a machete.

'Whose kids are these?' Parents rage at school board for defying law on kids' gender identities

A North Dakota school district is catching flak from parents who allege it continues to keep families in the dark about students' gender identities despite Gov. Doug Burgum signing a bill...

Army vet running to replace 'out of touch' Kirsten Gillibrand as Dems' Senate candidate

Army veteran William Schweitzer has announced a bid to try to topple US Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand in the Democratic primary next year.

Shuttered jail near Central Park to house migrants in NYC

Manhattan's old Lincoln Correctional Facility, which was shut down by former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in 2019 as the state's prison population declined, is being re-purposed to help accommodate asylum-seekers being...

Autistic boy detained by NYPD after discussing dark comedy 'Heathers' for school assignment: suit

An autistic Harlem boy was detained by the NYPD and subjected to a mental evaluation after he chose the 1989 flick "Heathers" -- about a murderous teen who blows up...

Fight still ahead for Texas' Ken Paxton after historic impeachment deepens GOP divisions

The historic impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton plunged Republicans into a fight over whether to banish one of their own in America's biggest red state after years of...

Judge allows Covenant School kin to weigh in on Nashville shooter's manifesto release

a lawyer representing 100 of The Covenant School’s 112 families told Chancery Court Judge I'Ashea Myles last Monday that his clients have a “real fear” the release of the manifesto...

Bright-green liquid appears in Venice waters near city's famed canal

Police in Venice are investigating the source of a phosphorescent green liquid patch that appeared Sunday in the city’s famed Grand Canal.

Olivia Dunne pulls off dangerous 'beach-nastics' flip in 'insane' TikTok video

Star LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne wowed her TikTok followers with a remarkable feat in one of her latest videos.

Target loses $10B in 10 days after boycott calls over LGBTQ-friendly kids clothing

Target has lost $10 billion in market valuation over the last 10 days as the popular retailer continues to face backlash over its Pride-themed clothing line for children.

NY high school loses championship while celebrating dropped strike three in bizarre ending

This is one of the most bizarre endings to a baseball game you'll ever see.

Why John Stamos was 'angry' with the Olsen twins over 'Fuller House'

John Stamos revealed why he was "upset" with the Olsen twins.

Uncle fatally shoots nephew, wounds woman in NYC, cops and witnesses say

The dead man, Chevaughn Millings, 25, of Jamaica, Queens, was shot at about 9:15 p.m. on Saturday night, police said.

'Step in the right direction': Kevin McCarthy defends compromise debt-ceiling deal with Biden

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy defended his debt ceiling deal with President Biden on Sunday, claiming it has 95% of Republicans’ support and is a "step in the right direction." While...

Ted Bundy survivors see eerie similarities between their gruesome attacks and Bryan Kohberger's alleged rampage

Two survivors of notorious serial killer Ted Bundy warn Bryan Kohberger's murders bear an eerie resemblance to the FSU sorority house killings.

Kelly Clarkson reveals the reason she's moving her talk show to NYC, teases Broadway debut

Make a wish, take a chance, make a change — and move to New York.

AEW Double or Nothing 2023 predictions: Major title reign will come to an end

Here are The Post's predictions for AEW's Double or Nothing, including the full match card.

Ukrainian player booed for not shaking Belarusian star's hand after French Open loss

Marta Kostyuk has decided she will not exchange the usual postmatch pleasantries with opponents from Russia or Belarus.

Fox News journalist foiled trying to buy dinner for Fleet Week Marines

"Fleet Week in NY. Ran into group of US Marines having dinner at famed Smith & Wollensky steak house. I told waiter I'd like to pick up their check. Waiter...

I study insects – here's how to check for bed bugs in your hotel room

An entomologist has taken to TikTok to share how to look for bed bugs in your hotel room.

AOC's office still touting pandemic social distancing guidelines: 'Asleep for nine months'

The COVID-19 pandemic has ended — but Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s office is yet up to speed, according to an automated phone message her DC office provides to callers.

BetMGM Bonus Code NPBONUS: Snag $1,000 for Padres-Yankees or any game Sunday

Use the BetMGM bonus code NPBONUS to get up to $1,000 back when the Padres take on the Yankees.

Aaron Rodgers takes in Taylor Swift show at MetLife Stadium with Miles Teller

Aaron Rodgers and the Tellers were Ready For It.

Celtics hero's dad reacts to season-saving buzzer-beater

The series of tweets from the Twitter account of Derrick White’s father captured the game-winning basket from his son in the Celtics' Game 6 victory.

‘Route 66’ and 'Fantasy Island' actor dead at 94

George Maharis, known best for portraying Buz Murdock in the first three seasons of "Route 66" before quitting the 1960s drama after contracting hepatitis, has died.

Drew Barrymore halts show to comfort crying audience member

According to a clip posted on the show's official Instagram Friday, the "Charlie's Angel" star was seen sitting on the set of her show when she noticed the emotional fan.

North Korea toddler, parents jailed for life after being caught with banned item

An entire North Korean family, including a two-year-old infant, was sentenced to life in prison after officials found a Bible in the parents' possession, according to the US State Department.

NASA combines James Webb Telescope data, observatory for dazzling views of outer space

NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory and James Webb Space Telescope have joined forces to produce stunning composite images of the cosmos.

Stitches betting on former Yankees starter in this MLB interleague clash

Stitches is betting on Jordan Montgomery to lead the visiting Cardinals past the Guardians on Sunday.

Matthew Stafford's wife recalls QB's wedding day snafu

Matthew and Kelly Stafford's wedding was a day they'll forever remember, but according to "The Morning After" podcast host, it wasn't without some shoe-centric drama.

FanDuel Promo Code: Claim $1000 No Sweat Bet for Sunday's MLB action, any sport

The FanDuel promo code allows new customers to claim a no sweat bet up to $1,000.

What to stream on Memorial Day 2023 — from 'Top Gun' to true crime

From new specials to classic movies themed to the military, there’s something out there for everyone. Here’s what to watch. 

Want to work where summer never ends? Relocate to the Caribbean

When you step onto the sand at Curtain Bluff resort in Antigua and gaze out at the Caribbean Sea, a question comes to mind: Why didn’t you get out of...

Can I negotiate a higher severance package?

A recently laid off worker thinks they're owed more and one employee doesn't like the backlog of work after their boss returns from vacation.

The bet to make as Everton tries to avoid relegation

If Everton can't beat Bournemouth on Sunday, they'll almost certainly be relegated for the first time since 1951. 

Snap up the underdog in this Premier League clash

Take a shot with Fulham to pull off the upset of Manchester United and cap their surprising season on high note.

Russia unloads largest drone blitz on Ukraine capital before Kyiv Day

Russia unleashed waves of air strikes on Kyiv overnight in what officials said appeared to be the largest drone attack on the city since the start of the war, as...

Yankees move Anthony Volpe back to No. 9 spot but not for reason you think

Anthony Volpe was moved to the ninth spot in the Yankees’ lineup Saturday, the first time he’d been at the bottom of the order since April 15.

Shark sightings are on the rise — and beach towns are fighting back with high-tech tools

With millions beach-bound this Memorial Day weekend, New York-area coastal communities are working overtime to keep swimmers safe while enjoying the region’s increasingly shark-infested waters.

Golfer's lead narrows after 'longest pee ever'

Padraig Harrington had a chance to set the 54-hole scoring record for a solid lead at the Senior PGA Championship. But then the bathroom called.

Drone video shows Mexico volcano spew ash, gasses as residents watch for signs of eruption

Experts report the volcano has been extremely active since 1994. Alerts are in place for communities nearest to the base due to the continued explosions in the mountain.

Mets rookie lost a triple because of premature celebration

Francisco Alvarez took full accountability for his blunder sliding into third base Saturday night. It cost him a lead off triple in the Mets' loss.

College softball powerhouse wins NCAA-record 48th straight victory

Oklahoma set an NCAA record with its 48-straight win on Saturday, a thrilling 8-7 decision over Clemson to win the Norman Super Regional.

Arnold Schwarzenegger warns of steroid abuse dangers: ‘People are dying’

The "Terminator" star told Men’s Health for its July/August cover story that "people are dying" from abusing performance enhancing drugs. 

Yankees starter impressive despite momentary injury scare

Aaron Boone’s heart and those of Yankees fans skipped a beat during the seventh inning Saturday. Fortunately, it was merely an errant delivery.

Giants QB gives back to hometown by funding wellness center

If Tyrod Taylor had not been raised to process his emotions and encouraged to have “real conversations,” the time that he was benched by the Bills during a playoff push...

'Twilight' star slams Target for removing Pride collection from stores as she fights back tears

"Twilight" star Rachelle Lefevre accused Target of "trying to erase" LGBTQ people after it removed its "PRIDE" collection from the front of its stores following backlash from conservatives.

Mets' most reliable offensive weapon not named Pete Alonso

Other than Pete Alonso, Brandon Nimmo has been the most consistent Mets hitter.

Aaron Boone is the one who needs to 'be better'

How do you think Aaron Boone would react if one of his players repeatedly made the same mistake, yet told the manager he had no reason to fix it?

Calif. boy, 12, graduates from college — with 5 degrees after starting at 9 years old

The pre-teen, Clovis Hung, is the youngest person to graduate from Fullerton College, the university said.

Dear Abby: My friends don't think I should take my husband back

Dear Abby advises a woman about remarrying her ex-husband and another woman whose friend doesn't acknowledge her Jewish faith.

Why Jets fans shouldn't panic that star hasn't gotten extension yet

One issue remains looming over the Jets’ offseason: Will the team get a long-term contract extension done with star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams?

Stars roll past Golden Knights to stay alive

Ty Dellandrea's scored two third-period goals, and the Stars beat the host Golden Knights 4-2 on Saturday to keep their Stanley Cup hopes alive.

Mets rally but fall short in slugfest loss to Rockies

Jeff Brigham surrendered a two-run homer to Ryan McMahon, and the visiting Mets never recovered in a 10-7 loss to the Rockies between the raindrops.

12 sets of twins, one set of triplets graduate from Illinois high school

“I think the only difference is next year there will be a lot more Facetime calls instead of text messages throughout the day to one another.”

India official suspended after draining reservoir to retrieve lost $1.2K phone

For three days, the pumps ran and emptied 440,000 gallons of water — which is reportedly enough to irrigate nearly 1500 acres of farmland.

‘Bar Rescue’s’ Jon Taffer warns over state of restaurants as AI, robots solve worker shortage

If restaurants can't solve the worker shortage with humans, they will resort to automation, Taffer said Monday.

3 dead, multiple injured in shooting between rival biker gangs at Memorial Day rally: police

The victims were struck at around 6 p.m. when gunfire erupted outside a saloon in Red River, NM.