February 19, 2023

Why this All-Star appearance was 'way better' than first for Knicks star

Randle believes his current trip to Salt Lake City was more of what he always envisioned.

Islanders prospect could make NHL debut amid star's injury

The Islanders may be giving another prospect his NHL debut on Monday. 

MMA fighter allegedly stabbed ex 17 times, stuffed body in closet

"She was dragged and stabbed repeatedly in front of her parent's home."

Celtics star scores All-Star Game record 55 points for MVP in win

Jayson Tatum put on a record-setting show, and made Giannis Antetokounmpo look like a genius.

Bitter Don Lemon isn't sorry for sexist remarks and clearly doesn't like women

The problem with Don Lemon is that nobody has ever told him he’s not as good as he thinks he is.

Where surging Rangers' focus lies amid tight playoff race

The belief in the Rangers locker room has seemingly peaked at a critical point in the season.

How Yankees star's balky back feels entering spring training

With the shift a thing of the past, Anthony Rizzo just needs his back to cooperate in order to turn in another strong season.

The NY Rangers acquired Tyler Motte from the Ottawa Senators

The New York Rangers acquired Tyler Motte from the Ottawa Senators for Julian Gauthier and a 2023 draft pick. This is the second straight season the Blue Shirts have traded...

Yankees' Nestor Cortes discusses Aaron Judge re-signing

New York Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes discusses his excitement after hearing the news when Aaron Judge re-signed with the Bombers in the offseason.

Lemon due to return to CNN show today, but opts for 'holiday' instead as bosses mull his future

Embattled CNN anchor Don Lemon won’t appear on the network’s morning show Monday for the second consecutive day as the fallout from his sexist remarks controversy swirls at the cable...

DA: The bail laws takedown Albany refused to hear

David Soares, the Albany County DA, is a fierce critic of the criminal justice “reforms” passed by the Legislature, saying they have made the state less safe and victimized black...

Islanders trying to bounce back while navigating playoff-race disadvantage

The Islanders and Penguins, even with 63 points apiece, occupy the two playoff positions.

Mets star taking it slow after core muscle surgery

Starling Marte has Opening Day on his radar, even as he eases his way into spring workouts.

MLB prospect comes out as gay

White Sox minor leaguer Anderson Comas came out as gay in an Instagram post.

5 'dirtiest' cities in America have one thing in common, study claims

Newark, which is run by Democratic Mayor Ras Baraka, came in second place for dirtiest city, earning the No. 3 spot for worst consumer satisfaction.

Genesis Invitational win moves golfer to No. 1 in world as Tiger Woods struggles

Jon Rahm returned to No. 1 in the world on Sunday by winning the Genesis Invitational with a performance that left no doubt who's playing the best golf.

NBA superstar makes Ja Morant gaffe at NBA All-Star draft

Giannis Antetokounmpo really wanted to play with Ja Morant at the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.

Hundreds of teens break into Texas family's home, throw 'mansion rager'

Hundreds of teens broke into a Texas family's home and threw a wild "mansion rager," causing thousands of dollars in damages.

Daniel Jones makes big change as Giants negotiations loom

Daniel Jones already seems to be in the midst of change. 

Former Alabama QB leads wild XFL comeback thanks to quirky rule

Led by Anthony Becht and A.J. McCarron, the St. Louis Battlehawks overcame a late 15-3 deficit to upend Hines Ward's San Antonio Brahmas.

Man fatally beats coworker with baseball bat at Intel cafeteria: police

Derrick Lemond Simmons was arrested after he attacked the unnamed coworker with a bat, knife and hatchet.

18-inch pipe bomb found behind Catholic church in Philadelphia

The bomb was safely taken to police headquarters and no injuries were reported, police said.

'Twitter Files' compares Maine Sen. Angus King to Nixon if he 'sniffed glue'

Journalist Matt Taibbi revealed Maine Sen. Angus King campaign director spoke to a Twitter exec in 2018 to complain about the activities of hundreds of users.

All-Pro NFL receiver picked for drug test after viral jump video

Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf won the 2023 NBA Celebrity Game MVP, then made a viral catch.

North Korea fires pair of short-range missiles 2 days after intercontinental test

North Korea has fired a pair of short-range ballistic missiles off its east coast on Monday, South Korea’s military said, two days after the North resumed testing activities.

MLB manager saves woman's life, rewarded with free beer

Blue Jays manager John Schneider saved a life on Saturday and was promptly rewarded.

Prominent LA Catholic bishop’s death ruled a murder: cops

The county sheriff's office did not provide any more details into the Hacienda Heights slaying of the 69-year-old prominent local Catholic priest.

Yankees' most important 'competition' will be revealing

Isiah Kiner-Falefa, Oswald Peraza and Anthony Volpe will be part of the first full-team Yankees workout of 2023.

Ohio senator admits East Palestine residents 'right to be skeptical' about safety — and won't say if he'd drink water

"We think the water is safe, but when you return to your home, you should be tested again for your water and your soil and your air."

Church where Jimmy Carter taught Sunday school pays homage to ex-president

His niece read a quote from the 98-year-old ex-commander-in-chief to the church worshippers in Carter’s hometown of Plain, Georgia. 

New Met quiets worries in big way as 'ghost' pitch legend grows

When Kodai Senga was done with a nice, improved pitching performance versus the trio of stars and before a host of Mets luminaries, he received a fist bump from pitching...

Teacher with size Z boobs spectacularly claims they're real

“I'm not wearing prosthetic breasts. These are real,” Kayla Lemieux told The Post during an exclusive interview Saturday.

Two off-duty cops among three NYPD workers busted over weekend

A third NYPD employee, a civilian, was hit with an assault rap in yet another arrest Sunday, cops said.

Blackhawks star won't be traded as he deals with long COVID symptoms

Jonathan Toews won’t be moved prior to the trade deadline, but the Blackhawks' star has dealt with “long COVID and Chronic Immune Response Syndrome.”

East Palestine derailment proves Dems don't care about the little guy

Here's the bottom line on the East Palestine, Ohio horror so far: The White House doesn't care about what happens to average Americans.

George Washington: a model for all Americans even today

Though rarely honored these days exactly on Feb. 22, his actual birth date, “Presidents Day” is actually still Washington’s Birthday officially.

The NBA star everyone wants in the dunk contest might actually do it next year

The NBA Slam Dunk contest is sorely lacking in star power. There's at least a chance that might change next year.

NJ electrician fatally shoots beautician wife and 2 kids before killing himself: cops

A New Jersey electrician is suspected of fatally shooting his beautician wife and their two kids Sunday morning before turning the gun on himself, cops and neighbors said.

Outfielder wants to mash more homers in second Mets season

The Mets outfielder set a career high in doubles and hit-by-pitches last season, and now has sights on bolstering his production in another category.

Woman pleads guilty to killing ‘best friend’ after $9M offer from man who catfished her online

An Alaska woman pleaded guilty to killing her "best friend" after being catfished by a stranger online who said he would pay her $9 million if she sent him photos...

'All Quiet on the Western Front,' 'The Banshees of Inisherin' top 2023 BAFTA award winners

The 2023 BAFTAs took place on Sunday evening, with many nominees and only a few winners.

It's insane that colleges still mandate vaccines

Three years in after COVID ceased to be a deadly, nationwide threat — many institutions are still reluctant to let go of pandemic restrictions.

Suspect busted in fatal shooting of Temple cop tried to rob dying officer: police

Gunman Miles Pfeffer — who was taken into custody by authorities using the fallen officer’s handcuffs — went on to coolly commit a nearby carjacking in Philadelphia after the shooting,...

China's spy balloon should be a wake-up call — about US schools

The alarming and well-covered story of the Chinese spy balloon highlights the gap in education between the United States and China.

Significant coast-to-coast US storm to impact millions this week with snow, ice, floods

The winter weather is expected to start Monday in the West and quickly spread across the country.

Rebel Wilson gets engaged to Ramona Agruma: 'We said YES!'

Rebel Wilson is engaged to Ramona Agruma.

Blinken tours Turkey quake devastation as efforts turn to rebuilding

"The search and rescue, unfortunately, is coming to an end. The recovery is on, and then there will be a massive rebuilding operation," US Secretary of State Blinken said.

Ryan Seacrest breaks down while chatting with new host Mark Consuelos

Ryan Seacrest broke down in tears Friday during an episode of "Live with Kelly and Ryan" after welcoming Ripa's husband and new cohost Mark Consuelos onto the show.

Youth pastor, foster parent arrested for human trafficking in Florida

Moises Escoto and Joel Lutz were arrested in connection with a human trafficking investigation.

Can the Knicks Make Surprising Moves After the All-Star Break?

NY Post Sports Reporter Zach Braziller talks about the Knicks push towards the playoffs after the NBA All-Star break

Two goats in Texas wander into a Target and peruse the aisles

Target shoppers in Harris County, Texas, were joined recently by some unexpected visitors — two goats and a Great Dane dog.

Top soccer star stretchered off in tears as Premier League rumors swirl

Neymar was emotional as he was stretchered off with an ankle injury during Paris Saint-Germain's win over Lille on Sunday.

Three teen girls, including one who was pregnant, and gunman dead in Texas shooting

“She ran out of the residence without any clothing” to the home of a neighbor, who called Galena Park police.

Rex Ryan one step closer to potential NFL return

Rex Ryan’s path toward an NFL return has advanced another step.

'Drive to Survive' producer reveals who will 'replace' main star on Netflix show

The Box to Box Films co-founder revealed which driver he believes will "fill the gap" left by Daniel Ricciardo, as the unspoken main character of the Netflix series.

Kate Middleton gives Prince William's butt a 'love tap' on BAFTA red carpet

Kate Middleton gave her husband a "love tap" during the 2023 BAFTAs.

Woman dies after plummeting from Disneyland structure

At least 3 other individuals have died after jumping from the Disneyland parking structure.

Workers stunned as four-foot alligator is hauled from Brooklyn's Prospect Park Lake, near where kids play

"I’d cut the line and get the hell out of here,'' a local fisherman told The Post if he had hooked the beast.

Losing patients: Doctor reveals insurance companies want you to 'die as quickly as possible'

This doctor has lost his patience with the US healthcare system.

Judd Apatow roasts Tom Cruise over his height, Scientology beliefs and more

In his opening monologue, Judd Apatow eviscerated Tom Cruise for his character, interests and even his height.

Russia likely deploying decoy balloons over Ukraine in new tactic: UK

Britain's defense ministry on Sunday said that Russia is likely deploying balloons over Ukraine to act as decoys to gather information about the country's defense systems and to force the...

Pols' toxic train failure: Letters to the Editor — Feb. 20, 2023

The Issue: Official claims that it’s safe to return to East Palestine, Ohio, after a train carrying chemicals derailed.

'Asbury Revival' church service in 11th day of nonstop worship in Kentucky

“The Asbury Revival” started as a normal morning church service two Wednesdays ago at Asbury University, but students are still there as of Sunday.

I shared my engagement photo with coworkers -- but made embarrassing mistake

One woman on TikTok said she made an epic fail while announcing her engagement.

Bride-to-be reveals she was behind botched beach proposal

She's a-shoring fans that it was her fault.

Rangers bring back forward in trade with Senators

The Rangers have traded for the forward for the second straight year.

Prince William and Kate Middleton stun at 2023 BAFTAs

Prince William and Princess of Wales Kate Middleton attended the 2023 BAFTA awards on Sunday.

'SVU' star Richard Belzer offered profane last words before his death at 78

The actor played the role of Munch on multiple shows, including “Homicide: Life on the Street” and “Law & Order: SVU,” and had cameos in other shows like “The X...

Woman sent X-rated photos of Marine ex to his family, girlfriend, posted online: suit

The fed-up N.J., man had a long-distance romance with Dezarae Collins, 27, for over a year, but was "unable to handle" their 2015 breakup and "embarked on a years-long course...

Will the Knicks and Nets Make the Playoffs?

True Hoop NBA Writer and host of the 7 Footers Podcast Jarod Hector talks about the Knicks and Nets run towards the playoffs and the best teams in the Eastern...

Tiger Woods tee shot ends up in fan's jacket

At first, spectators around the 13th hole didn’t know where Tiger Woods’ tee shot went. Then, one felt a bump in their jacket.

US trying to 'demonize Moscow' with Ukraine accusations: Russia

Russia's ambassador to the United States dismissed Vice President Kamala Harris' accusation that the country is committing crimes against humanity in Ukraine as an "attempt to demonize Moscow," but Secretary of State Antony...

NBA star signing with Knicks rival after buyout

Kevin Love has his new team, and it will directly impact the Knicks' quest to secure a top-six playoff seed and avoid the play-in tournament.

Flaco the escaped NYC owl can remain in the wild, zoo decides

The evasive Eurasian eagle-owl -- who captured New Yorkers' hearts when he flew his vandalized zoo coop more than two weeks ago -- has been coughing up enough fur and...

McFail: McDonald's customer claims that entire patty was missing from McChicken

There was no chicken in this McChicken.

How Pete Buttigieg and Washington lobbyists are fueling the US airline crisis

"I don't know what goes on behind closed doors, but Buttigieg clearly hears the airlines' perspective far more often than he hears from consumer advocates," McGee said.

Helen Mirren to honor late Queen Elizabeth at 2023 BAFTA Awards

One Queen will honor the other.

Rangers paint rosy picture after latest Jacob deGrom injury woe

Jacob deGrom has already dealt with an injury concern in spring training. On Saturday, Texas general manager Chris Young tried to quell the concern.

XFL has NFL beat with this kind of transparency

The XFL grasped a transparent approach for replay reviews that the NFL seems to have missed — or, at least, not yet incorporated.

TikTok employee goes viral after 'stealing company assets' on day after being laid off

She can now TikTok off the clock.

Caesars Sportsbook Promo Code NPBONUSFULL: Snag up to $1,250 in bet credits for NBA All-Star Game

The Caesars Promo Code NPBONUSFULL gives bettors an amazing bonus for the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday night.

World Cup star's body flown to Ghana after being found in Turkey earthquake rubble

The 31-year-old married dad of three went missing when the 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey and Syria early Feb. 6.

'Drug dealer in a white coat': LI pharmacist cops to $1M oxycodone scheme

Pharmacist Daniel Russo "was a drug dealer in a white coat,” Breon Peace, US Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, wrote in a statement.

Yankees star gives injury update they badly needed

The Yankees star opted for rest over surgery during the offseason, and he believes he made the right decision.

Stranger yanks MTA cop off subway train, pummels him for 'looking' at him: cops

An off-duty MTA cop was dragged off a Manhattan subway train and pummeled by a stranger -- who apparently went berserk all because the victim was looking at him, police said.

I looked 'middle-aged' when I was 14 -- now I'm 22 and 'aging in reverse'

One woman on TikTok claimed that she looked "middle-aged" when she was just 14 years old.

Grab the underdog in this key AAC showdown

Not many teams in the American Athletic Conference have had success against Houston over the past two seasons. The one team that has played the Cougars tough is Memphis. The...

Women caught on camera harassing Calif. street vendor, licking his food

Four white women were seen threatening a Hispanic vendor, and licking and throwing his food after taking it right off his grill with their hands.

Non-binary ex-Biden official Sam Brinton's family slams abuse claims: 'Never happened'

Non-binary former energy official Sam Brinton claims his father beat him, held a gun to his head and forced him into conversion therapy — but his family insist it is...

PGA Tour star went from not 'interested' to bolting for LIV Golf in 10 weeks

Brendan Steele’s decision to leave the PGA Tour and join the LIV Golf League was a surprising twist for the 39-year-old.

6 charged after 18 dead migrants suffocated in truck in Bulgaria

Bulgarian authorities found the bodies of 18 Afghan migrants who suffocated to death inside an abandoned truck on Friday in the country's deadliest people smuggling incident to date.

No hair, don't care: The Flahser 2.0 hair removal device by nood is over 65% off

Laser and save with The Flasher.

Not the first time: Here's how many Northeast winters have been snowless

The lack of snow in the eastern half of the country hasn't just been a 2022-23 winter theme, it's been the theme for the past four winters.

9-week-old Texas baby with cleft lip goes viral: 'She loves any type of attention'

This baby's portraits are angelic.

'No apology' from China over spy balloon: Blinken

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said there was "no apology" from his Chinese counterpart during the Saturday meeting in Munich.

COVID crook used $5M in loans to buy super-cars, go on lavish vacations

A California man who spent COVID-19 relief loans on a Ferrari, a Bentley and a Lamborghini was sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison Friday.

Bronx car-wash worker, 47, mowed down while drying vehicle

A Bronx car-wash worker was killed in a hit-run crash early Sunday when an SUV driver on the street smashed into the vehicle he was drying, police said.

What to watch and stream on Presidents' Day 2023

The President's Day TV viewing menu offers a variety of series and movie ranging from comedy, reality, patriotic and presidential fare.

Can I pay my workers off the books and still be legal?

A small business asks about a legal way to pay an employee in cash and a city worker wants to refuse a return-to-office order.

Movers and shakers share weird tricks that helps them succeed

When it works, it works. Such is the ethos of bigwigs in NYC and beyond who swear by a variety of oddball tricks to give them a leg up in...

Heastie and Assembly Democrats have long history of killing reforms

Assembly boss Carl Heastie and the chamber's Democrats have a long history of killing reform efforts from Republicans in the body, a review of votes show.

Richard Gere recovering after being hospitalized with pneumonia on vacation

Richard Gere was hospitalized overnight with pneumonia while vacationing with his family near Nuevo Vallarta in Mexico, a source with knowledge of the situation confirmed to Fox News Digital.

Wreckage of US Navy submarine from World War II found off Japan’s coast

The USS Albacore (SS-218) was only in service for just over two years when the vessel disappeared off one of Japan’s northernmost islands.

Israeli missile strikes building in central Damascus, 5 dead

An Israeli rocket strike early on Sunday hit a building in central Damascus's Kafr Sousa neighborhood near a large, heavily guarded security complex close to Iranian installations, killing five people,...

Yankees beginning new Aaron Judge chapter

The era of Aaron Judge’s Yankees captaincy is about to kick into gear.

Jets GM has to get quarterback decision right

General manager Joe Douglas has earned the right to pick the Jets' next quarterback, and he has absolutely no choice but to get this one right.

Band of criminal squatters reclaim property after SWAT team raid that found guns, stolen cars -- and owners are 'giving up'

"We changed the locks and they even broke that. So they should at least be arrested for breaking in, and they didn’t do that."

Young Met's defensive growth outweighs DH value

Francisco Alvarez may win a spot on the Mets’ roster based on his hitting alone, but it would take an unusual circumstance, GM Billy Eppler said.

Dominant stretch continues for Rangers' young gun

Alexis Lafreniere is playing some of his best hockey since he pulled on a Rangers sweater.

US sends bombers up as North Korea touts 'fatal' nuke capacity after missile test

The United States flew long-range supersonic bombers in a show of force later Sunday for separate joint exercises with South Korean and Japanese warplanes.

NBA commissioner on James Dolan's use of facial recognition

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the league has no plans to intervene over Knicks owner James Dolan’s use of facial recognition technology at MSG.

This Yankee looking to stay healthy entering contract year

Yankees starter Luis Severino is entering a contract year and showed up to spring training looking like it.

The most interesting team in NFL this offseason as massive QB decision looms

The most interesting team in the football world: Da Bears. For the next few months, anyway.

Dear Abby: My husband is jealous that I'm doing better than him at work

Dear Abby advises a woman whose husband is jealous of her success and someone dealing with an inconsiderate friend.

Key star exits early in latest Islanders injury

Mathew Barzal went to the locker room after a hit from Craig Smith just 6:01 into the game and did not return for the Islanders.

Prominent LA bishop shot dead: 'He was a peacemaker'

"He was a peacemaker with a heart for the poor and the immigrant, and he had a passion for building a community where the sanctity and dignity of every human...

Endangered African penguin chicks hatch at Arizona aquarium

An Arizona aquarium is celebrating the hatching of three endangered African penguin chicks, saying the tiny additions are genetically valuable as zoos and aquariums around the world work to ensure...

Knicks forward can't find range in 3-Point Contest at All-Star weekend

The Knicks never have had one of their players win the NBA’s 3-Point Contest, and Julius Randle didn’t come close to becoming the first.

Temple University police officer fatally shot trying to stop carjacking

University officials said Fitzgerald is the first Temple police officer to be killed in the line of duty.

Rangers' win streak ends after tough OT loss

With Adam Fox in the box for high-sticking, Mikael Backlund scored 1:28 into the extra period on the power play to hand the Rangers a 3-2 loss in OT.

Secret Service spokesman tells Jimmy Carter agency will be 'forever by your side'

“Rest easy Mr. President. We will be forever by your side,” wrote Gugliemi in a social media post on Saturday.

WWE holding back didn't dampen special night at Elimination Chamber

There was no Daniel Bryan-like moment for Sami Zayn in his hometown and WWE delivered about as well as it could while still holding some things back at Elimination Chamber.

Lawyer accused of blowing $10.2M in company funds in Vegas, took pics with NFL stars to prove connections

A Los Angeles lawyer is being sued after she allegedly spent over $10 million of company funds during a 6-month gambling and partying binge at a lavish Las Vegas hotel.