July 31, 2020

Trump intends to 'ban' TikTok from US: 'I have that authority'

President Trump on Friday night said he intends to "ban" the Chinese-owned video-sharing app TikTok from operating in the U.S — and that action may come as soon as Saturday.

Mets can't blame Edwin Diaz for this crusher

ATLANTA — Meet the Mess, 2020 version. Just over a week into their 60-game season, the Mets have a glaring problem that will keep them socially distanced from even the...

Aaron Judge can't be stopped

Those who grow up a Yankee understand the day for feeling sorry for the Red Sox will never surface from the time they sign a contract. Those who join from...

New York Times union wants 'sensitivity reads' as part of editorial process

A union representing some 1,200 New York Times employees is urging that articles be subjected to "sensitivity reads." The News Guild of New York said its reps recommended the extra...

Portland man charged with arson after allegedly setting fire to courthouse

A Portland, Ore., man was charged in a criminal complaint Friday with allegedly throwing an explosive device at the Mark O. Hatfield U.S. Courthouse.

Supreme Court allows Trump border wall construction for now

In a 5-4 vote, the Supreme Court has for now sided with President Trump on his border wall with Mexico, allowing him to continue construction using more than $6 billion...

Giants coach: Coronavirus protocols can't become our 'biggest obstacle'

This is a battle unlike anything Joe Judge, or anyone else for that matter, has ever faced. This fight against COVID-19, however, cannot be the toughest the Giants undertake this...

Rangers need this star to embrace the big game moment

The last time the Rangers competed in the postseason was 2017, the intervening two-year absence representing merely a blink of the eye in the life of a franchise. But to...

One player didn't kneel with Nets and Magic

The Nets’ first game of the NBA restart in Disney was poor. But Jarrett Allen thought their social justice statement beforehand was perfect. Before the anthem and tipoff at ESPN...

US astronauts pack up for rare splashdown return in SpaceX capsule

Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken said they'll have seasick bags ready to use if needed during Sunday's slated splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico.

Washington state traps its first murder hornet

Just when you thought they were gone... they came buzzing back in. Washington has finally managed to trap its first live murder hornet -- months after the invasive species was...

Connecticut unveils plans for shortened high school sports season

The governing body of high school sports in Connecticut publicly released its plans for restarting interscholastic sports this fall, proposing a shortened season that officials said will be “fluid” based on changing...

'Peaceful protests' prompt new lows in media misconduct

'Protesters in California,” tweeted ABC News about an incident in Oakland, “set fire to a courthouse, damaged a police station and assaulted officers after a peaceful demonstration intensified.” If you’d...

Firefighter delivers baby on first overnight shift

NEW HAVEN, Conn. — A Connecticut firefighter on her first overnight shift delivered a baby at the home of a family who called for emergency assistance. A team from the...

NYC's pandemic program bug problem

We’d have more hope that school reopening will come off if other city pandemic programs were showing fewer bugs. The much-heralded GetFoodNYC saw at least two black eyes this week:...

Boston Marathon bombing survivor rips court's decision to toss death sentence

"The guy did this. Put him to rest," Marc Fucarile said of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.

Suburban NYC jail guards accused of mistreating female inmates

NEW CITY, N.Y. — Two jail guards in the New York City suburbs were indicted Friday on charges alleging they sexually mistreated non-white female inmates. Christopher Taggart, 39, is accused...

Anyone who protests at people's homes deserves to be defunded

City Council Speaker Corey Johnson says he didn’t kill funding for the activist group VOCAL-NY because several of its members and staff targeted his boyfriend’s home for a protest, and...

Give de Blasio credit for at least trying to reopen NYC schools despite union resistance

Give Mayor Bill de Blasio some credit: Unlike many other progressive leaders across America, he hasn’t given up on reopening schools this fall. That’s not to say that the reopening...

President Trump takes on the 'permanent war' lobby over Germany

Even amid national crisis and deep polarization, there remains one bipartisan establishment pledge: that the US military presence abroad must continue — forever. Witness the reaction to President Trump’s recent...

This is what parents think about NYC's school reopening plan

Parents greeted the city’s school reopening plan with cheers and jeers Friday. For Sohna Wikman — a 44-year-old marketing consultant with a 13-year-old son at the International School of Brooklyn...

Obama's latest outrageous political games a reminder of how he opened door to Trump

At 8:46 a.m. on Thursday, President Trump issued his wildly irresponsible tweet suggesting the November election be delayed — yet another reminder that Trump is contributing to the breakdown of...

Fauci says Trump's coronavirus policy decisions helped save lives

Testifying before Congress on Friday, Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly credited President Trump for coronavirus policy decisions that saved lives. Those measures included Trump's decisions to ban flights from China, the...

An unassuming dude tries Rihanna's gender-neutral Fenty Skin

“Dad, your face is glowing.”

Ghislaine Maxwell's cruel campaign to undermine Jeffrey Epstein's victim revealed

Based on newly unsealed court documents, it is clear to me Ghislaine Maxwell found some vile and soulless representation. In a never-before-seen deposition from 2016, Maxwell’s attorney Laura A. Menninger...

Christopher Meloni takes it to the 'Maxxx' in new comedy

Meloni, 59, plays Don Wild, the flamboyant, coke-snorting, sex-fueled record exec who takes a second chance on a washed-up boy-band singer attempting a precipitous comeback.

Casino mogul Sheldon Adelson vows to pay staff through end of October

Billionaire casino mogul Sheldon Adelson has promised to keep paying the US employees of his casino empire until at least the end of October, even as the coronavirus cripples the...

Why Adam Devine made a daredevil travel show full of 'Bad Ideas'

Comedian and actor Adam Devine has entered the reality arena.

Alaska sees surge in syphilis cases amid COVID-19 pandemic

Amid coronavirus, Alaska health officials are dealing with another outbreak -- syphilis.

Jerry Springer in session for Season 2 of 'Judge Jerry'

Jerry Springer is back and taping new episodes of "Judge Jerry."

Student: This school year will be our most anxiety-ridden yet

At the ripe age of 21, this college student is resigned to becoming the "mom friend" among her irresponsible peers.

Knucklehead who thinks washing cash will kill COVID-19 wrecks at least $19K

A South Korean resident put a whole new spin on “money laundering” by tossing cash into a literal washing machine — in order to clean off potential coronavirus germs.

Supreme Court Justice Ginsburg released from hospital

WASHINGTON — Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has been discharged from a hospital in New York City and has returned home, the Supreme Court said Friday. The court said Ginsburg, 87,...

Decorated combat vet with ties to Hillary Clinton considering NYC mayoral bid

Zachary Iscol, 41, who fought in the Second Battle of Fallujah, is exploring a citywide run as a moderate Democrat.

Top NBA player: Tom Thibodeau will help young Knicks

Jimmy Butler sounds ready for another reunion with Tom Thibodeau. Having played under the new Knicks coach in Chicago and Minnesota, Butler — who has credited Thibodeau with his development...

Taylor Swift’s ‘Folklore’ sells over 2M copies in first week

It also generated more than 500 million streams across various platforms.

Rob Manfred delivers MLB shutdown warning

Commissioner Rob Manfred reached out Friday to union executive director Tony Clark to urge that a redoubling of efforts to adhere to COVID-19 safety and health protocols is necessary or...

Ghislaine Maxwell recruited ‘red-headed French girl’ to ‘service’ Epstein: docs

Ghislaine Maxwell once “procured” a "red-headed French girl" in Paris to perform sex acts on notorious pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, newly unsealed court papers allege.

Nets' restart opener was a disaster

The Nets finally played a game that matters, a Friday restart against an Orlando team they had to beat. It couldn’t possibly have gone any worse. Right out of the...

Sperm swim 'like playful otters corkscrewing' toward egg, scientist says

"Sperm are very cheeky little creatures," according to researchers.

Court agrees to postpone release of more Ghislaine Maxwell secret files

The documents will be kept secret until at least Sept. 22, when the circuit will hear Maxwell's appeal.

Trump rails against Schumer, Pelosi as $600 unemployment boost expires

In a series of tweets from Florida, Trump accused Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer of refusing to come to the table during week-long negotiations with the White House.

CDC predicts US coronavirus death toll could soar to 182,000 by late August

The total number of coronavirus deaths in the US could hit a staggering 182,000 people by late August, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention predicted in a report. The...

What we learned from the Ghislaine Maxwell document dump

Court documents released Thursday claim to reveal what life was like inside the world of rich and powerful pedophile Jeffrey Epstein and his accused madam Ghislaine Maxwell. A federal judge...

'Karen' accuses black real estate photographer of filming women with drone

"You're going to come out here cussing, saying I'm filming women, really?" the incredulous man asks, according to the video, which was shared Friday on the Reddit thread “PublicFreakout.”

Bill Clinton denies visiting Jeffrey Epstein's private island

Former President Bill Clinton denied ever visiting Jeffrey Epstein's private Caribbean island in a statement Friday — a day after allegations that he had been there with two "young girls"...

New Yorkers dive in, while heatwaves and protests continue: The Post's week in photos

New York City pools have finally reopened for summer, while protests against police brutality carry on during widespread heatwaves.

Two Arctic ice caps have vanished as NASA reveals shock satellite images of global warming

Satellite analysis has revealed two ice caps in the Arctic have completely disappeared. They're victims of human-caused warming, according to the National Snow and Ice Data Center. Mark Serreze, director...

House adds amendment shielding legal marijuana businesses from DOJ

The House of Representatives on Thursday added an amendment to a spending package that would protect state-legal marijuana businesses from the Department of Justice. The amendment, according to its description,...

Pelosi reportedly trashed Birx in meeting with White House officials

WASHINGTON -- House Speaker Nancy Pelosi trashed Dr. Deborah Birx during a private meeting with White House officials on Thursday night -- calling the coronavirus task force coordinator "horrible" and "the...

NYPD officer charged with misconduct after making firearm arrest

A Queens cop is facing a misconduct charge after a shady gun arrest during a car stop, according to cops and police sources. Police Officer Kevin Martin, 43, was arrested...

Newest Jet has work to do in Jadaveon Clowney recruitment

Bradley McDougald is making the move from the Seahawks to the Jets and he has an idea of another player he would like to see make the same move —...

This is the best place on Earth to watch the stars — but you'll freeze

Skywatching is a hobby enjoyed by countless amateur astronomers across the globe, and everyone knows that if you want to get a good view of the cosmos you need clear...

Epstein accuser allegedly forced into sex with Prince Andrew in 'blackmail' bid

A Jeffrey Epstein accuser says she was forced to have sex with Prince Andrew and "report back on him" in the dead financier's larger bid to "ingratiate" and get "blackmail...

An education renaissance and other commentary

School watch: An Education Renaissance While many parents rightly wonder if their kids will “ever get an education” as teachers’ unions threaten “safety strikes,” David R. Henderson at The Wall...

Last dance? Ellen reportedly wants to end her talk show

“She feels she can’t go on," an insider said.

Adorable cow greets and wants hugs from owner every morning

"Jenna treats me like I'm her best friend," said her owner.

NYC is late on submitting school reopening plan, Cuomo says

Mayor Bill de Blasio fell over himself last month to crow that city schools would reopen in the fall, even though it wasn’t up to him — then turned in...

COVID-19 outbreak linked to San Diego gym that defied shutdown order

“The Gym,” on Garnet Avenue in the Pacific Beach neighborhood, stayed open for indoor workouts even after the state ordered San Diego to close fitness facilities that operate inside.

App described as 'Airbnb for swimming pools' surges in popularity during pandemic

Why rent a whole house when you only want the pool? There’s nothing better than spending a warm summer day in the pool. Of course, many people can’t afford to...

Bear invades PGA Tour event

The PGA Tour welcomed a new participant Friday. The Barracuda Championship in Truckee, Calif. was briefly interrupted when a large black bear meandered through the course. The furry guest seemingly...

These 12 factors could prevent almost half of dementia cases, study finds

Lifestyle changes could prevent close to half of all dementia cases.

Teachers, principals unions push back on de Blasio's school reopening plan

The mayor vowed Friday to reopen schools in September as long as city coronavirus infection rates remain below 3 percent as City Hall rolled out broad safety protocols for the...

Gunman who fatally shot armed BLM protester identified as active Army sergeant

Dallas-based law firm Broden & Mickelsen identified Daniel Perry as the solider who fatally gunned down 28-year-old Garrett Foster last Saturday, The Statesman reported.

Authorities say this teen is the mastermind behind massive Twitter hack

The "mastermind" behind one of the largest Twitter hacks in history, which targeted high-profile accounts including Elon Musk, Joe Biden and Kanye West, is a 17-year-old kid from Florida, authorities...

Former coach is the breakout star of NBA's return

Stan Van Gundy is a hit. The former 12-year head coach was featured alongside play-by-play man Ian Eagle in the NBA’s return to action between the Pelicans and Nuggets Thursday...

Court overturns death sentence of Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev

An appellate court has tossed the death sentence and overturned three of the convictions of 2013 Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev. The ruling will not result in Tsarnaev, 27, being...

Ghislaine Maxwell loses bid to name victims in criminal case

A judge sided with prosecutors in the case, who argued that witnesses could be subject to "harassment and intimidation" if they're named publicly in the case.

NJ woman attacked in Staples after telling customer to mask up or back off

A New Jersey Staples shopper with her nose poking out of her mask pushed another woman to the ground, breaking her leg, after being told to keep her uncovered schnoz...

Seattle City Council move to abolish police department with new bill

Seattle lawmakers want to abolish the city’s police force and replace it with a “community-led” safety prevention program, according to proposed legislation released Friday. Arguing that the Seattle Police Department...

Alabama animal shelter overrun as people ditch pets adopted during pandemic

Alabama residents surrendering their pets during the coronavirus crisis has the DeKalb County Animal Adoption Center overcrowded with animals, according to a local report. "It’s been hectic. Been people just...

Florida sheriff blasts Tampa Bay Rays over 'reckless' Breonna Taylor tweet

A Florida sheriff is throwing heat at the Tampa Bay Rays over the team’s call for the arrest of the Kentucky cops who killed Breonna Taylor, saying politics has no...

Bryson DeChambeau wants to live a ridiculously long time

#LifeGoals? Hulked-up Bryson DeChambeau has set an admirable -- albeit lofty -- goal for himself that doesn't involve hitting insanely powerful shots. "I'm always trying to add more value to...

This dangerous TikTok trend could lead to eating disorders, experts say

It's not as innocent as it seems.

Stop complaining about NYC outdoor dining setups

Enjoy the party while it lasts.

Portland 'finally stepped up' as riots die down, says DHS head

Riots in Portland died down Thursday night with the acting head of the Department of Homeland Security praising local law enforcement for finally "stepping up." Acting DHS Secretary Chad Wolf,...

NFL finally announces Antonio Brown's punishment

Last week, Antonio Brown announced his latest retirement from football. Now, the controversial receiver will likely find out if he has an NFL future. Brown will have to serve an...

911 dispatchers in Houston stop asking callers about coronavirus symptoms

Dispatchers in Houston, Texas, have stopped asking 911 callers if they have coronavirus symptoms — a move that has local firefighters concerned. According to multiple reports, 911 callers will no...

One month in, the impact of national security law on Hong Kong

China imposed national security legislation on Hong Kong a month ago, making anything Beijing regards as subversion, secession, terrorism or colluding with foreign forces punishable by up to life in...

Disney+ content chief to head Conde Nast Entertainment

Agnes Chu, a 12-year veteran of Walt Disney, has been recruited to be the new president of Conde Nast Entertainment, which produces movies, television series and video content across digital...

NYC school reopening plan doesn't explain how to keep kids safe, lawmakers argue

The city's plan to reopen public schools this September does not provide enough specifics on how to keep students, teachers and staff safe, city and state elected officials said Friday....

Racist worker refuses to sell black man gasoline over 'riot' concerns

When Dom DeWeese entered Jay's Garage in Portland, Oregon, all he wanted was some gas for his lawn mower. What he didn't expect was for the employee to ask him...

Parents are starting to consider homeschooling their kids for upcoming school year

Four in five parents have thought about homeschooling their little ones for the upcoming school year, according to new research. The poll of 2,000 parents of school-aged children found within...

WHO says there is no 'zero risk' in easing travel restrictions

There is no “zero risk” strategy for countries easing international travel restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic and essential travel for emergencies should remain the priority, the World Health Organization (WHO)...

Botox injections may help lessen depression, study says

Wrinkles — and depression — be gone.

Americans split on whether local lawmakers encourage violent protests

Half of America's likely voters believe political leaders in some major cities — including Portland and Seattle — are encouraging violent protests by limiting the police response, a new Rasmussen...

Virginia Military Institute won't remove Confederate statues or rename buildings

The Virginia Military Institute will not remove Confederate monuments or rename buildings named after Confederate leaders, the school’s superintendent announced this week. Ret. Gen. J.H. Bindford Peay III said the...

Facebook to showcase music videos after inking deal with record labels

Facebook has inked deals with music giants that will let its billions of users watch hit music videos alongside viral cat clips and political rants, the company said Friday.

Microsoft eyes TikTok purchase as Trump cracks down on China app

Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok, the immensely popular social media app known for its fun short-form videos, in a move that could prevent the Trump administration from banning...

Apple briefly overtakes Saudi Aramco as world's most valuable company

Apple's stock hit a record high on Friday after reporting blockbuster quarterly results, helping the iPhone maker briefly overtake Saudi Aramco to become the world’s most valuable publicly listed company....

All of Blue Ivy's breakout star moments in Beyoncé's 'Black Is King'

Bey and Jay’s 8-year-old daughter gets her close-up in the film on Disney+.

Yankees getting one of their biggest weapons back

Aroldis Chapman is close to reclaiming his role as Yankees closer. After testing positive for COVID-19 early in July, Chapman is now reportedly free of the virus and is eligible...

Tom Thibodeau's Knicks staffing search coming into focus

As Tom Thibodeau and the Knicks front office go over names for the new coaching staff in the coming days, one blast from Thibodeau’s past – and New York’s past...

Prince Andrew allegedly pushed for Epstein to get 'favorable' plea deal

Prince Andrew is accused in newly released documents of lobbying federal prosecutors to get Jeffrey Epstein a more "favorable" plea deal in his 2007 prostitution case. The accusation came in...

Maxwell, Epstein had race criteria when procuring girls: accuser

Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell allegedly instructed one of their victims to procure other young girls for them to abuse — but specifically asked them not to go after people...

'I hope you all die!': Woman goes berserk on maskless family at Walmart 

In the internet's latest viral mask meltdown, both parties are surprisingly in the wrong. Watch as a mask-wearing shopper confronts a maskless woman and her children, even going as far...

Social distancing ‘substantially varies’ by income, study finds

Sheltering in place and self-quarantining has been a luxury that many Americans cannot afford. Recent studies are painting a clearer picture of who has been practicing social distancing the most...

Trader Joe's backtracks on ditching 'racist' food brands

Trader Joe's appears to have scrapped plans to abandon its ethnic food brands days after pledging to ditch them amid charges of racism. The discount grocer says it may now...

GOP rep demands hearing on China's 'espionage' into US vaccine

An Indiana congresswoman on Friday demanded a separate hearing on "Chinese espionage" into the US's efforts to develop a vaccine – prompting a terse response from her colleague on the...

Only one shooting reported in NYC on Thursday

One shooting was reported in the Big Apple on Thursday — a break from the uptick in gunplay the city has seen in recent weeks, according to cops. A 41-year-old...

Australian coronavirus vaccine clears first phase of human trials

A promising Australian coronavirus vaccine has cleared the first phase of human trials — and could be available in as soon as October, according to a report. Developed by scientists...

Boston man charged with firing 11 shots at cops during looting

A Boston man accused of opening fire on police during widespread looting and vandalism in that city is now facing federal charges, prosecutors said. John Boampong, 37, was charged Thursday...

Privates made public: Epstein victim details Maxwell’s anatomy in newly unsealed documents

Giuffre -- asked if she was aware of "any distinguishing physical features'' about the fallen British socialite -- replied, "I can tell you that she had very large natural breasts.

NJ man becomes COVID-19 antibody 'superdonor' after recovery

He's the bearer of good news — and tons of COVID-19 antibodies.

Marlins' plan out of coronavirus hell sounds miserable

As the Marlins attempt to resume their season, more than half of the team — infected with COVID-19 — will finally leave Philadelphia and take a sleeper bus back to...

Courteney Cox will reprise role in 'Scream' reboot

Courteney Cox is returning for the next "Scream" as her famed dogged news reporter character Gale Weathers.

Newly unsealed statement reveals Maxwell undressed underage Epstein victim

Ghislaine Maxwell allegedly undressed Jeffrey Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre before the pedophile told the teen to lick his nipples when he first abused the girl at his Palm Beach mansion,...

ESPN's new 'Monday Night Football' booth will get them over last disaster

For "Monday Night Football," ESPN wanted a franchise quarterback. It had a 10-year, $140 million offer waiting for Tony Romo. He re-signed with CBS for $180 million. It made its...

Nassau County correction officer slashed by gang member he was transporting to cell

A gang-affiliated accused murderer slashed a Nassau County correction officer in the neck this week inside a Long Island jail, allegedly using the victim's own uniform name tag as a...

Ex-Canadian soldier avoids jail time for child porn due to PTSD

A former Canadian soldier who urged his girlfriend to send him explicit photos of her 5-year-old son will serve no jail time because post-traumatic stress disorder was the “triggering factor”...

Astros owner: We took cheating 'bullet' for Yankees, Red Sox

Astros owner Jim Crane is pointing fingers. Crane believes sign-stealing – and cheating in general – is present around the league, with the blame falling solely on the Astros. “I...

Viral Holderness family takes on pro athletes in hilarious 'Fauxlympics' games

It's all fun and games until you play an Olympian.

Grocery store owner reportedly sets own shop on fire to kill coronavirus germs

An Australian grocery store owner became so “obsessed” with coronavirus germs, he set his own shop on fire to "kill" them, according to a report. Edward Guy Mason, 57, who...

Female anglerfish mate with tiny male suitors who latch on like parasites

And their backs must be killing them from bearing the weight of womanhood.

Jordan rips into Fauci over protests and coronavirus

"Should the government limit the protesting?" the Republican Jim Jordan first asked Fauci, as he testified at the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis hearing.

Mark Meadows slams Democrats for rejecting offers to extend unemployment boost

"Those four different offers have been actually rejected -- but more importantly than that, they've not even been countered,” Meadows said Friday morning.

Epstein accuser dubs Maxwell 'master manipulator' amid slew of lurid sex claims

"Her perversion of truth worked on me beautifully," the tweet continued. "No. Denied. This is what she is being told. This is her kryptonite. I wonder how it’s going down."

Man who lost penis to infection has a bigger one built for him — on his arm

Malcolm MacDonald, a British man whose penis fell off due to a severe blood infection had a new one built – on his arm.

Twitter finally bans ex-KKK grand wizard David Duke

Former Ku Klux Klan leader David Duke has been permanently banned from Twitter for spewing hate speech on the social media platform, the company said Thursday. Duke, a self-proclaimed white...

UNICEF to pay for hotel rooms to stem domestic violence in Mexico

MEXICO CITY - The United Nation’s Children’s Fund will fund hotel rooms for Mexican women and kids threatened by domestic violence beginning in September, a representative of the UN agency...

Rising UFC star flew to Ireland to 'beat up Conor McGregor'

UFC's Khamzat Chimaev claims he traveled to Ireland to "beat up" Conor McGregor — only to be detained by police and dumped in a cell. The Swedish welterweight ace won...

CDC director wasn't told of decision to send COVID-19 data directly to DC

The head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention admitted on Friday that he was not informed ahead of time about the change in reporting on coronavirus data from...

NFL star: COVID-19 doubters are ripping me for opt-out

Marquise Goodwin is facing backlash from "concerned" Eagles fans, who have criticized the speedy receiver for choosing his family's safety over playing in the 2020 NFL season amid the coronavirus...

Alan Parker, director of 'Fame,' 'Midnight Express' and ‘Evita,’ dead at 76

The two-time Oscar nominee also directed "Mississippi Burning," "Angela's Ashes," "Birdy" and "The Commitments."

After agonizing COVID battle, heartbreak remains for family of NYC nurse

She suffered devastating brain damage as a result of the virus.

George W. Bush Center says donors' information hacked in ransomware attack

"According to Blackbaud, any Social Security numbers or payment card information contained in the affected systems were encrypted and the decryption keys were not compromised," the release said.

Alabama lawmaker who celebrated KKK leader resigns as church pastor

An Alabama lawmaker who came under fire for appearing at a celebration for a Confederate Army general and former Ku Klux Klan leader has resigned his post as pastor of...

Students, alumni clamor to take care of university’s cows

BURLINGTON, Vt. — When the coronavirus pandemic forced the University of Vermont to close and send its students home, the alarm spread: What would happen to the cows? The university’s...

New Jersey student settles $100K suit after fall while fleeing wasps

Luis Silverio, now 20, claimed in a 2017 complaint that he had been running laps on a dilapidated pathway in Westside Park on Sept. 16, 2016, at the instruction of...

Emotional Mike Golic was blindsided by ESPN ending his radio show

Mike Golic said goodbye to ESPN Radio after 22 years on Friday. While signing off from his basement — surrounded by his family — the former NFL player sounded at...

Reds vs. Tigers prediction: Trevor Bauer will stymie Detroit

NBA is back! Lakers taking on the Clippers who will be without Lou Williams. Lou left the Disney “bubble” to have lunch at a strip club and will miss the...

Italy's oldest college graduate used a typewriter to do his schoolwork

PALERMO, Italy - At 96, Giuseppe Paterno has faced many tests in life - childhood poverty, war and, more recently, the coronavirus pandemic. Now he has sailed through an exam...

Accused killer's escape from 12th-floor window may be the most daring jailbreak ever

An accused murderer shimmied down a makeshift rope made of tied-up bedsheets to make a daring, Hollywood-style escape from the Oklahoma County Jail early Friday, officials said. The escapee, Pablo...

ExxonMobil posts largest loss ever as coronavirus hammers oil industry

ExxonMobil reported its biggest-ever quarterly loss on Friday as the coronavirus pandemic slammed demand and prices for oil. The Texas-based oil giant lost nearly $1.1 billion from April to June...

CDC head pushes for schools to reopen in interest of 'public health'

Dr. Robert Redfield, a grandfather of 11 children, including one with cystic fibrosis, noted the important role schools play in mental health services and reporting of child abuse.

Paige VanZant close to next fighting job after UFC flameout

Paige VanZant has shared snaps of her Las Vegas holiday as she closes in on a deal with the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. The 26-year-old was humbled in the first...

MIT scientists created a device that can manipulate your dreams

A dream manipulating device that could let you choose what you experience when you're asleep is being developed by scientists. A team of geniuses from MIT in the US have...

Mayor de Blasio, Carranza roll out NYC school reopening plan for fall

"This is going to be tough and is going to take a huge amount of work," de Blasio said alongside Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza.

Fyre Festival-branded clothing up for auction, starting at $10

Sadly the cheese sandwich is not for sale.

Under Armour's stock surges on surprisingly small quarterly loss

Under Armour reported a smaller-than-expected quarterly loss on Friday, as it sold more merchandise online with customers staying at home during the coronavirus lockdowns, sending its shares up about 10...

Incredible video shows cop shooting knife-wielding man as he charged at her

The footage, released Thursday by Phoenix police, shows suspect Jon David Brouseau, 55, repeatedly threatening to stab a female officer before the shooting.

Score up to 57% off on this no-contact infrared thermometer

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), daily temperature screenings can help identify individuals who have been infected by the coronavirus (COVID-19). While not everyone who has been exposed...

Running low on hand sanitizer? Here are 11 options still in stock

For those of you who are running low on your stash of hand sanitizer, we rounded up 11 options that will get the job done. Not only are they all...

Lion tears part of man's arm off during African safari with his wife

A 64-year-old French man was attacked by a lion that tore part of his arm off during a luxury safari with his wife in Tanzania — and is now suing...

Queen's palace bodyguard arrested for drugs

Yes, the one with the funny hat.

Sexy cam girls will keep lonely senior citizens company

"They're going to remain clothed," said a spokesman.

MLB's coronavirus problem is spreading quickly

MLB's coronavirus problem is spreading quickly. The Brewers-Cardinals game Friday night has been postponed, The Post’s Joel Sherman confirmed. The Cardinals had two positive tests and are self-isolating at their...

Another troubling coronavirus symptom emerges

It has already been established that some coronavirus survivors lose their sense of smell and taste — but doctors in Britain now warn that they can also lose their hearing,...

Watch live: Fauci grilled about coronavirus on Capitol Hill

Anthony Fauci was on Capitol Hill to testify before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis about the country's plan to combat COVID-19.

Jets great mocks Jamal Adams over ironic Seahawks loyalty

Nick Mangold isn’t buying it. In Jamal Adams' first media availability following his trade to the Seahawks, the ex-Jet said “the plan is to retire here” in Seattle. Mangold, who...

Seasonal flu reports hit record lows amid global social distancing

BEIJING - Global social distancing rules targeting coronavirus have pushed influenza infection rates to a record low, early figures show, signaling that the measures are having an unprecedented impact on...

Vietnam reports first-ever coronavirus death after 99 days without any cases

HANOI, Vietnam — Vietnam on Friday reported its first-ever death of a person with the coronavirus as it struggles with a renewed outbreak after 99 days with no local cases....

Sisters appear for trial on charges of killing abusive dad

Two of the Russian sisters charged with killing their physically and sexually abusive father arrived for the start of their trial in Moscow Friday morning. Krestina, Angelina and Maria Khachaturyan...

Boy survived deadly home invasion, called 911 while attacker was in home

A granddad and uncle were beaten to death with a baseball bat during a Florida home invasion, but a 10-year-old boy survived by hiding in a bathroom.

Coronavirus patient says she didn't recognize her body after double lung transplant

CHICAGO — A Chicago woman who last month became the nation’s first COVID-19 patient to undergo a double lung transplant said Thursday that she woke up days later, unaware about...

Hong Kong postpones elections by a year, citing coronavirus

HONG KONG — Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam announced Friday that the government will postpone highly anticipated legislative elections by one year, citing a worsening coronavirus outbreak in the semi-autonomous...

These are the 9 ways you can make your female sex partner orgasm

"You'll be in a trance state," psychologist John Gray says.

Gun-toting lawyer charged in standoff claims cops have video of armed protesters

The St. Louis man facing charges along his wife for brandishing guns at Black Lives Matter protesters says police have video showing armed demonstrators in front of their home. Mark...

Feds pledge up to $2.1B to COVID-19 vaccine from Sanofi, GlaxoSmithKline

The feds will give Sanofi and GlaxoSmithKline up to $2.1 billion to churn out a coronavirus vaccine in the Trump administration's latest and largest bet on an experimental inoculation. More...

Veteran running back signs with Buccaneers as newest Tom Brady weapon

Shady's back for a 12th season. LeSean McCoy agreed to a one-year deal with the Buccaneers on Thursday, according to agent Drew Rosenhaus. The 32-year-old is another weapon for the...

Dershowitz defends himself after name surfaces in Maxwell docs

Attorney Alan Dershowitz defended himself from sex abuse claims Friday after his name appeared in a slew of unsealed documents related to a since-settled defamation case involving Ghislaine Maxwell. The...

'Black Is King' review: Secrets of Beyoncé's visual album on Disney+

Check out these can't-miss moments of black opulence.

Hurricane Isaias expected to strengthen as it points toward US

Hurricane Isaias, which strengthened into a Category 1 storm overnight, is expected to become even more powerful as it crosses over the Bahamas Friday on its path towards the US...

The Rangers contract decisions that come with youngsters' potential

You ask, we answer. The Post is fielding questions from readers about New York’s biggest pro sports teams and getting our beat writers to answer them in a series of...

Bryson DeChambeau fighting fire ants in latest rules feud

Twenty-plus pounds of muscle couldn't help Bryson DeChambeau win his battle with ants. During the first round of the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational on Thursday, DeChambeau complained to rules officials...

Man attacked in East Harlem subway station

A man was attacked in an East Harlem subway station early Friday, cops said. The victim was either stabbed or slashed in the 6 train station at 116th Street and...

DOJ fighting order that protects journalists during Portland protests

The Department of Justice wants to lift a judge's order that protects journalists during the chaotic Portland protests — calling it "an instrument of wrong" and claiming some are "masquerading"...

Man, 30, found dead after falling from Upper West Side fire escape

A 30-year-old man was found dead in back of a Manhattan apartment building, and investigators believe he tumbled to his doom from a fire escape.

Facebook stock soars on resilient revenue growth amid coronavirus

Facebook's stock price soared in premarket trading Friday as Wall Street cheered its resilient revenue growth despite the coronavirus pandemic and an advertising boycott. Facebook shares had climbed about 6.6...

Rebuilding of Greek Orthodox church leveled on 9/11 to resume

It's a resurrection nearly 20 years in the making. Construction will resume Monday on the new St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Lower Manhattan, filling a gaping hole left when...

Armless orangutan's story of survival will melt your heart 

Meet Kopral, the orangutan who overcame all odds to be where he is today. The primate lost both arms after trying to escape abusive captors, but was thankfully taken in...

Marine killed, 8 others missing after training incident

One US Marine was killed, two others were injured -- one critically -- and eight others remain missing in a training incident involving an amphibious assault vehicle off the coast...

Detroit officer shoots, kills sword-wielding man who hurled dagger at his face

A Detroit man was shot to death Thursday, after wielding a sword in the middle of the street and then throwing a dagger at a police officer. Detroit Police Chief...

Yankees star avoids serious injury

BALTIMORE — Gleyber Torres dominated the Orioles last year, hitting 13 homers in 18 games. So far, 2020 has been tougher for Torres against Baltimore. The Yankees shortstop went hitless...

Mets starter ready to take next step in comeback from injury

Marcus Stroman’s mobility will ultimately determine when he can return to the Mets, but his scheduled session for Friday facing hitters might be an indicator he’s progressing rapidly. The right-hander...

Aaron Judge's night changed with one swing

Aaron Judge’s previous three plate appearances resulted in three strikeouts. But when he stepped to the plate in the ninth inning Thursday, that didn’t matter. All he needed was one...

Key Islanders defenseman passes return test

When the NHL suspended the 2019-20 regular season in March, Islanders defenseman Adam Pelech was in a walking boot. He was less than two months removed from what was supposed...

Mets might not get a single hit from their $20 million bust

Jed Lowrie’s second opinion won’t change your opinion on whether you think you’ll see him step into the batter’s box anytime soon. The injury-plagued Mets infielder was diagnosed with PCL...

Jeffrey Epstein hosted Bill Clinton on his private island, documents reveal

Former President Bill Clinton was a guest at Jeffrey Epstein's private Caribbean island, according to testimony from an Epstein accuser which was unsealed on Thursday. Virginia Giuffre -- who has...

New Net unlikely to be ready for restart opener

Jamal Crawford is doubtful for the Nets’ restart opener, unlikely to get his conditioning up to speed in time to face the Magic on Friday. If that’s the case, expect...

A day after Congressional grilling, big tech stocks add $250 billion

What was poised to be a bruising week for Big Tech has instead turned into a major windfall. The biggest names in Silicon Valley reported shockingly strong profits late Thursday,...

'Into the Wild' bus will be relocated to University of Alaska museum

The iconic "Into the Wild" bus is set to be relocated — to a place a little closer to civilization. The Alaska Department of Natural Resources said in a statement...

Nevada firefighting planes collide in midair, killing both pilots

Two single-engine planes collided in midair Thursday afternoon during firefighting activities in southeastern Nevada, according to reports. Both pilots were killed in the crash and a recovery effort was underway,...

Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro says he has 'mold' in lungs following bout with COVID-19

Brazillian President Jair Bolsonaro, recuperating from the coronavirus, said Thursday that he now has "mold" in his lungs. “I just did a blood test. I was feeling kind of weak...

Court docs detail Maxwell's 'constant' orgies with girls on Epstein island

Jeffrey Epstein and his alleged madam Ghislaine Maxwell used his private Caribbean island to host "constant" orgies and once flew in a group of European models to fulfill their sexual...

Isaias is now a hurricane as it moves toward East Coast

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Tropical Storm Isaias knocked out power and caused flooding and small landslides across Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic on Thursday, then strengthened into a...

Three Russian sisters accused of lying about 'rapist' father they killed

Three Russian teen sisters charged with killing their physically and sexually abusive father are accused by family members of concocting the tales of abuse. The explosive allegations against the Khachaturyan...

LeBron James shook off the rust just in time to save Lakers

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers showed some rust. They knocked it off with time to spare. Anthony Davis scored 34 points, James had...

Tom Thibodeau on how Knicks coaching staff will be formed

Tom Thibodeau confirmed the Knicks front office will have input regarding his coaching staff — a process sources say is new to him since he has previously picked his own...

ESPN turned Disney World into an insane broadcast kingdom

During a six-week sprint to the restart of the season, ABC/ESPN, in partnership with the NBA and Turner, has tried to turn what has long been billed as the “Happiest...

Aaron Judge doesn't let Yankees lose to Orioles

BALTIMORE — So far in this bizarro baseball season, there’s been a four-month shutdown due to a pandemic and labor dispute, followed by countless rule changes and a constantly changing...

'A different' Edwin Diaz may have finally lost Mets' trust

Edwin Diaz is getting off easy. The cardboard cutouts will remain quiet. Following a brutal debut season in Queens spent absorbing venom from Mets fans, Diaz has quickly destroyed any...

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