March 13, 2022
Stop this spiral of madness: Time for Hizzoner to act
Another weekend, another parade of horrors in New York City.
Tom Brady just put himself in another group of all-time greats
March Madness is Tom Brady announcing on Selection Sunday that his retirement is over.
The NCAA Tournament has never been this wide open
Gonzaga was invited to the party. Goliath was not.
Unlikely Players Championship leader going for first PGA win
Anirban Lahiri had a lot of downtime Friday and Saturday as the weather suspended The Players Championship.
Yankees send two long-time starters to Twins in blockbuster trade
The Yankees’ finally made their first major move of the offseason – and it’s a big one.
15-year old stabbed on subway platform in latest NYC transit violence
A 15-year-old male was stabbed on a subway platform in Manhattan on Sunday in the latest violent incident on the city's public transit, NYPD said. The teen was stabbed in...
Conservative European countries facing pressure to turn woke
If you ever doubted that woke ideologues are heartless hypocrites, look at what the liberal European Union just did to Poland and Hungary, even during the Ukrainian refugee crisis.
CDC’s silly stalling on flight masks
When asked why airports and airlines should maintain mask mandates, White House press secretary Jen Psaki answered that air travelers aren’t “static.”
The Rangers trait that's drastically different than last season
The thing about this Rangers team that is drastically different than years past is a self-awareness throughout the lineup that allows it to respond to hardship.
Knicks are coming to grips with their 'slim' playoff hopes
And so ended the Knicks’ fourth loss in seven games on their now-completed road trip, with rough defeats in which they also blew second-half leads against three playoff-bound teams.
Seton Hall senior finally getting NCAA return: 'Gonna surprise a lot of people”
Jared Rhoden has been waiting for this moment since he was a freshman, when Seton Hall had their Dance ended in the first round by Wofford.
North Carolina birthday party shooting leaves 2 dead
A homicide investigation is underway, but authorities have yet to release information about a potential suspect.
NCAA Tournament Midwest Region: Team-by-team breakdown
Here’s a look at the Midwest Region of the NCAA Tournament as March Madness 2022 gets set to tip off with the First Four Tuesday:
NCAA Tournament snubs: Which teams got screwed on Selection Sunday
Richmond's win over Davidson in the Atlantic 10 Championship stole a bid from Dayton on Sunday. They were the first team left out of the field.
Football world, Twitter react to Tom Brady's NFL return
The football and Twitter world promptly went crazy following the bombshell announcement:
Ukraine brings reality to West and other commentary
The war in Ukraine “implicitly issues a challenge to the unseriousness, the smallness, of what passes for public life in the 21st-century West,” declares Spiked’s Brendan O’Neill.
NCAA Tournament West Region: Team-by-team breakdown
Here’s a look at the West Region of the NCAA Tournament as March Madness 2022 gets set to tip off Thursday.
Putin, sensing Biden's weakness, is heading toward a nuclear showdown
If Russian President Vladimir Putin gets his wish, he could inadvertently set off a chain reaction of events we will be unable to control.
Gunman shot at least 5 homeless men while they slept in NYC and DC: cops
The latest Manhattan slaying follows two similar shootings, one of them fatal, against homeless people in Soho early Saturday morning.
Holy cannoli! Little Italy cut out of $20 million state grant for Chinatown
Civil leaders in Little Italy said they weren't even asked to jointly apply for the state grant.
NCAA Tournament South Region: Team-by-team breakdown
Here’s a look at the South Region of the NCAA Tournament as March Madness 2022 gets set to tip off with the First Four Tuesday
Tom Brady announces shocking NFL return after brief retirement
Tom Brady announced on Sunday night that he is returning for his 23rd season, just one month after he retired from the NFL. In a Twitter post, Brady said he...
Yankees not ruling out bringing back veteran with hopes high for Aaron Hicks
TAMPA — The Yankees are hopeful Aaron Hicks is able to stay on the field this season after missing much of last year following wrist surgery, but they are still...
Every iPhone and Android user should know these genius commands
Look up next time you’re outside and guess where the airplane above you is headed. Los Angeles? New York? Paris? Ask Siri this phrase, "What flights are overhead?" You’ll see...
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Printable NCAA bracket: The complete 2022 March Madness field
With Selection Sunday wrapped up and all 68 seeds unveiled, the NCAA Tournament is ready to tip off in front of fans at sites across the country beginning Tuesday with...
'Everybody makes mistakes': Sherri Papini's pal still supports her after 'hoax'
Sherri Papini's former colleague threw her support behind the California "super mom," saying love makes you do "crazy things."
Elderly shove victim ID'd as famed voice coach
Barbara Maier Gustern, who was pushed to the ground by a younger woman in Chelsea, remains unconscious with a serious brain injury, her grandson said.
Think twice before you punish a 'Russian' over Putin’s horrible war
I was raised in Brooklyn’s Russian community, but nearly no one was really from Russia. Most are Jews from the former Soviet Union. I was born in Russia, but that’s...
Steve Pikiell has done the near-impossible with Rutgers
Against all odds, he has turned Rutgers into an NCAA Tournament regular, and has established enough credibility to make his long-term national-title ambitions sound, you know, plausible.
Steve Cohen won't be stopped
While the New Boss scores top grades so far in his willingness to invest in payroll while simultaneously bedeviling his rival owners, the longer-term question about where this lead remains...
NYS Board of Regents is no place for anti-white racist Shino Tanikawa
Maybe the Legislature's leaders' reluctance to renew mayoral control of New York City's public-school system is more than just an effort to torture Mayor Eric Adams. Their latest pick for...
The cost of COVID extremism: lives lost in tragic fire
The head of the fire inspectors’ union now says that building’s inspection was delayed because its inspector was reassigned to check restaurants’ COVID compliance.
Russia takes Putin's war into space
Vladimir Putin's war is spreading to space: Dmitry Rogozin, the head of Russia’s space agency Roscosmos, is threatening to strand NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei aboard the International Space Station....
Suspected MoMA stabber rants on social media as cops continue hunt
Gary Joe Cabana, 60, calls the allegations a "total frame job" by officials at the museum.
Stefanik bill would require schools to offer chocolate milk in shot at Adams
Rep. Elise Stefanik has introduced federal legislation that would require all schools to offer chocolate milk after hearing that the Big Apple mayor wants to ban the dairy product because...
Pete Davidson investing in Pebble Bar near 30 Rock
Comedian walks into a bar Apologies to Miss Kardashian — the soon-to-be ex Mme. West or former Mrs. Ye, or whatever she’s called. To me, her current adored temp, Pete Davidson, has the...
Yankees may be without 'a few guys' for Toronto games: 'It's a concern'
With nine games in Toronto this season, Yankees manager Aaron Boone will be keeping an eye on Canada’s border restrictions with regards to COVID-19 vaccination status.
Actor William Hurt dead: 'Big Chill' and 'Body Heat' star was 71
Oscar-winning actor William Hurt — whose classic good looks and erudite persona made him one of the most recognizable male leads in the 1980s — died Sunday, his family said....
Russia unleashes attack near Poland border as Ukraine braces for Kyiv battle
Russia unleashed a barrage of deadly missiles on a military site just 10 miles from Ukraine's border with NATO member Poland on Sunday — and shelled a train with 100...
Aaron Boone: Yankees 'can win now with what we have'
As dominoes fell around the league, Aaron Boone has seen his team sign … no one of note. And trade for … no one — as of Sunday afternoon.
'The Power of the Dog' wins best picture as 'Dune' collects five trophies at UK's BAFTAs
Sci-fi epic “Dune” won five prizes and dark Western “The Power of the Dog” was named best film as the British Academy Film Awards returned Sunday
Pfizer CEO says fourth COVID-19 shot 'necessary' due to waning immunity
Most people will need to get fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose to be protected from the virus, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla said on "Face The Nation" on Sunday.
Letters to the Editor — March 14, 2022
The Issue: Russia’s bombing of a maternity and children’s hospital in Mariupol, Ukraine last week. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov admitted that Russia had bombed the maternity hospital in Mariupol,...
Kevin Durant scores 53 as Nets beat rival Knicks with Kyrie courtside
Kyrie Irving was courtside but ineligible. Ben Simmons was hurt. But Kevin Durant was dominant. That’s all the Nets needed.
Brit killed in front of teen daughter in 'targeted' Mexican ambush
Chris Cleave a real estate agent from Cornwall, was shot dead in Cancun Saturday as he drove through the tourist hot spot with his teen daughter.
Bus carrying Ukrainian refugees overturns in Italy, killing mom
A bus carrying Ukrainian refugees overturned on a road in northern Italy Sunday, killing a 32-year-old mother.
Biden gives Putin a win with his indefensible decision to deny Ukraine fighter jets
On Friday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the war with Russia was at a “strategic turning point.” Unfortunately, America and NATO may have missed it. President Joe Biden’s decision to...
Two teams have made offers to Texans for Deshaun Watson
The Saints and Panthers appear to be the clubhouse leaders to acquire Deshaun Watson.
Unvaccinated Kyrie Irving sits courtside at Barclays, but can't play
Kyrie Irving finally made his Barclays Center season debut Sunday.
Former President Obama tests positive for COVID-19
Former President Barack Obama has tested for positive for COVID-19, he announced on Twitter on Sunday.
Does Putin have 'roid rage'? Sources believe health could explain despot's behavior: report
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s erratic and aggressive behavior could be caused by “roid rage” or even a brain disorder like dementia, according to a published report.
China's COVID cases more than triple to highest point in two years
Chinese officials reported 1,807 new symptomatic COVID cases on Sunday — more than triple the number reported the previous day.
Adams should keep focus on public safety and business —not marijuana, video gamers
Eric Adams knows he was elected to cram crime down and shore up the city’s major existing industries, but he flits about talking about cannabis and video games.
East Midtown is NYC's most in-demand market as Grand Central proximity beckons
East Midtown is once again Manhattan’s most in-demand office market. Deals are still being done in the Hudson Yards area, Times Square, Midtown South and at the World Trade Center,...
Fourth round of Ukraine-Russia peace talks could happen as early as Monday
Russia and Ukraine could hold a new round of peace talks as soon as Monday, with US officials crediting the crippling economic sanctions against the Kremlin for the move.
Zelensky presents medals to injured soldiers as Russian forces advance on Kyiv
Ukraine President Vlodymyr Zelesnky visited injured soldiers in a Kyiv hospital Sunday, presenting medals to the wounded servicemen from their hospital beds.
Woman killed after leaping from NYC overpass, being struck by car: police
A 33-year-old woman was killed after she jumped off a highway overpass and was struck by an SUV in Manhattan Sunday morning, cops said.
Former Yankee on the move as starting pitcher market opens
The starting pitcher trade market is open for business.
$10K reward for arrest of gunman who shot two homeless men, killing one
NYPD announced a $10,000 reward Sunday for information leading to the arrest of the suspect who shot two homeless men -- killing one of them -- on the streets in...
Instagram users in Russia will be blocked starting tonight
Instagram users in Russia will be blocked starting at midnight -- after the platform changed its hate-speech policy to allow Ukrainians to share messages such as "Death to the Russian...
NYPD top cop Keechant Sewell says bail reform law 'needs to change'
NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell said New York State's bail reform law "absolutely" needs to change on “The Cats Roundtable” radio show hosted by John Catsimatidis.
Mets bolster bullpen with signing of former Yankee
After bolstering the rotation and lineup, the Mets finally got around to the bullpen.
Passenger goes to extreme lengths for comfort on a plane
A Tiktok user who goes by @wendygonewild uploaded a video of her on a plane, showing the huge lengths she'll go to in order to be comfortable. In the video,...
'It's an outrage': Jussie Smollett being held in jail psych ward, brother claims
The "Empire" actor, who remains at the Cook County Jail after being sentenced to five months behind bars for staging a hate crime, was thrown into the ward because of...
Startups push ADHD meds through TikTok ads, concerning doctors
A wave of startups are using slick TikTok ads and loosened drug regulations to sell prescription medications for ADHD like Adderall and Vyvanse, raising ethical and legal questions from doctors.
Former WWE star reportedly on life support
Former WWE star Scott Hall suffered three heart attacks on Saturday night and is now on life support, according to a report from PWTorch.
Mets owner won't be deterred by 'Cohen Tax'
The new collective bargaining agreement contains a fourth tier to the competitive balance tax with penalties aimed toward baseball’s biggest spenders.
Majority in US don't think Biden has acted forcefully enough vs. Russia: poll
More than half of Americans believe President Biden hasn't acted forcefully enough against Moscow for invading Ukraine and would support a no-fly zone over the war-torn nation.
Think Baylor has what it takes to repeat? Fill out your blank printable bracket
This. is. March. With Selection Sunday here, it is time to fire up the game tape and build your best March Madness 2022 brackets. On Sunday, the selection committee will...
Ride the hot hand in the Big 10 Championship
Iowa carries plenty of momentum into the Big10 Championship game, and has an offense capable of scoring against the staunchest of defenses.
Yankees get answer at shortstop — for now
On Day 1 of Yankees spring training, Aaron Boone said his shortstop is Gio Urshela.
Memphis Tigers seek repeat success against Houston
Houston is the favorite, but there's plenty of reasons to like the Memphis Tigers to keep the AAC Championship close.
Messi, Neymar booed by own fans as bad week gets worse for PSG
It's been a bad week for Paris Saint-Germain and in particular, Lionel Messi and Neymar.
These are the two early NL Cy Young favorites
Jacob deGrom, the Mets’ ace, was well on his way to a historic season and Cy Young award in 2021 before injuries curbed that plan.
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Filmmaker and ex-New York Times contributor shot dead in Ukraine: officials
Brent Renaud, 51, an award-winning video journalist, was fatally shot when Russian troops opened fire on a car near the Romanivsky Bridge in Irpin, police said.
Second police officer dies after 'tragic' Missouri shooting
A second Missouri cop --- remembered as "care-free" and "loving" -- died after suffering injuries in a shooting earlier in the week, local police announced Saturday.
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Iran takes responsibility for missiles fired near US consulate in Iraq: report
Iran on Sunday claimed responsibility for firing ballistic missiles near the US consulate in Erbil, Iraq, saying the barrage was in retaliation for an Israeli strike.
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White House nixed plan to send advisers to Ukraine in December: report
As Russia was massing troops along the Ukraine border in December, the White House shot down a proposal by the US military to send a "few hundred" military operations personnel...
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Underdog Aggies a strong bet to cover in SEC Championship
The long shot Texas A&M Aggies look to cap off their improbable run in the SEC tournament. Whether or not they can emerge victorious over Tennessee, they're a good bet...
73 vehicles involved in massive Pennsylvania pile-up during winter storm
Frigid weather made travel difficult in parts of the Northeast on Saturday, including in central Pennsylvania, where more than 70 vehicles were involved in a big car crash.
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Back the Wildcats to win the Atlantic 10 Championship
Davidson enters the Atlantic 10 Championship game as favorites, and rightly so. They have cruised to this game, and Richmond will have a hard time slowing down their prolific scoring.
Far-right activist Ammon Bundy arrested for trespassing at hospital
Far-right activist Ammon Bundy was arrested Saturday at an Idaho hospital for trespassing, days before he will be tried for a similar crime, local police said.
Inside Bomani Jones' HBO journey to 'Game Theory'
Intrigued with "Game Theory" from the start, Bomani Jones knew he'd be a fit for the HBO project, but wanted to make sure all parties were aligned in their vision.
Back the Bulldogs to cover in the Ivy League Championship
Princeton and Yale have played twice this season, with each team earning a six-point victory. Despite entering this game as the top seed in the Ivy League, Princeton could have...
Is a career coach worth the money?
Every successful person has mentors. They may not and need not be official mentors, like in a program — just people with whom you develop a relationship, that you trust...
Woman shoves 87-year-old to the pavement in NYC, critically injuring her
An 87-year-old woman was pushed to the ground in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood on Saturday.
Snag the underdog in this English Premier battle
West Ham has held an expected-goal advantage in each league home game since Dec. 1, and at a generous +130 price, I feel it’s worth taking the chance on the...
Bomb scare causes Katt Williams to cancel Nashville show, fans evacuated
Katt Williams' Nashville tour stop was cut short Saturday due to a bomb threat, according to the Nashville Municipal Auditorium's website.
Upgrade your personal brand — it can make or break your career
Image is often defined by words, actions and portrayal on social media. Whether you work at a company, work for yourself, or just starting out, these are the best tips...
Fort Hood Army trooper, 23, dies during training incident in California
Meitl, who joined the Army in May of 2020, was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st CAV Div. after completing initial training.
Yankees Opening Day roster still has a hole to fill
The Yankees will report to George M. Steinbrenner Field on Sunday to undergo physicals, followed by the first full-squad workout on Monday. Barring a late change, their Opening Day shortstop...
Naomi Osaka brought to tears by heckler at Indian Wells
Naomi Osaka's match at Indian Wells took an ugly turn when a heckler made an appearance on Saturday.
Giants could make a run at these three free-agent targets
Here are three potential targets for the Giants in free agency: Austin Blythe, OL Blythe, 29, played in just four games last season for the Chiefs following hernia surgery. Before...
What Mets star did after lockout ended: 'I drank a lot'
Max Scherzer celebrated with a cocktail — or several — after the new collective bargaining agreement was finalized last week.
Knicks-Nets battle much more than rivalry this time
The Nets and Knicks don’t seem to be taking extra incentive in their cross-river rivalry. Their dire standings situations will be motivation enough Sunday.
Here's a primer for NCAA Tournament Selection Sunday
By 7 p.m., 68 teams, all with one dream, will know their destinations, as the first true NCAA Tournament in three years will be upon us.
Biden turns to TikTokers for war strategy on 'SNL'
With Facebook and Instagram banned in Russia, President Joe Biden turned to TikTok stars to win the "information war" against Moscow on the latest installment of NBC's "Saturday Night Live."
Jets could make a run at these three free-agent targets
Here are three potential targets for the Jets in free agency:
MLB lockout hasn't changed this Yankees fact
For the first month of the offseason, the Yankees were particularly quiet, watching other teams sign free agents, such as the Rangers, who acquired Corey Seager and Marcus Semien, the...
Rangers use seventh defenseman to give top blueliners a break
DALLAS — Rangers coach Gerard Gallant went with 11 forwards and seven defensemen for the second time in the past week in their 7-4 win over the Stars on Saturday...
Golfer suffers inane penalty at Players Championship
Keegan Bradley got screwed, plain and simple.
Why Villanova's legacy has reached new heights
Villanova has won four of the past five Big East Tournaments, and to the children of Rollie Massimino, and their families, Jay Wright is more than the Hall of Fame...
Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Matthews get married in lavish Hawaiian wedding
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and longtime high school sweetheart Brittany Matthews married in Hawaii.
Russia launches airstrikes near Polish border, 35 dead and 134 wounded
Russia continued its bombardment of various cities, launching airstrikes stepping up shelling outside of the capital city Kyiv.
This road game brings different challenges to Knicks
The six-game road trip across all four time zones is over but, technically, not the road games. When the Knicks (28-39) visit Brooklyn on Sunday at 1 p.m., it will...
Mets outfielder stresses new agent doesn't prohibit extension
Brandon Nimmo recently hired Scott Boras, baseball’s highest-profile agent, but he doesn’t want that to be misconstrued.
Nets veteran going to miss at least another week
It appears Nets bigs man LaMarcus Aldridge, who suffered a hip injury last Sunday in Boston, is going to miss at least another week, if not more.
Luck of draw takes on new meaning at Players Championship
Golf mirrors life in that often it’s simply not fair. We present this week’s Players Championship as Exhibit A.
State of emergency declared in parts of Florida after tornadoes, damaging winds
National Weather Service meteorologists expect to survey damage
Fantasy baseball: Start your draft prep work with this position
Now that the MLB lockout has ended, it is time to kick your fantasy baseball prep work into high-gear.
Coach K's send-off isn't going well
For the second straight Saturday night, Duke failed to deliver Coach K a send-off victory. This time it was Virginia Tech playing party pooper. Hunter Cattoor scored a career-high 31...
Rod Stewart fills in potholes near home so his Ferrari can get through
Legendary British rocker Sir Rod Stewart complained that the government has been putting “millions of pounds” into the nearby M11 highway while neglecting this road.
NYPD releases video of deranged man stabbing MoMA employees before fleeing
MoMA officials didn’t comment about the attack Saturday, but the decision to remain closed Sunday was posted on its website and social media accounts.
Late winter storm blasts South, Northeast with snow and wind
Intensifying low pressure accompanying the storm had been generating high winds, and plunging temperatures would freeze any moisture on roadways.
Daylight savings time 2022: Remember to 'spring forward' this weekend
Remember to set clocks an hour ahead, usually before bed on Sat., March 12.