September 1, 2024
Tommy Paul reveals his strategy to counter Jannik Sinner in US Open showdown
The 27-year-old American hasn’t cruised through the draw at the U.S. Open like Sinner, who has won his past eight straight matches.
Seeing way too many Caitlin Clark jerseys at home game didn't sit well with Wings forward: 'Annoying'
Wings' Satou Sabally annoyed by seeing 'way too many Caitlin Clark fans'
RFK Jr. sues North Carolina elections board to remove him from ballot, but fights to stay on New York's
The lawsuit follows his decision to drop out of the race and endorse former President Donald Trump last month.
Linda Deutsch, AP trial writer who had front row to courtroom history like OJ Simpson and Charles Manson trials, dead at 80
Linda Deutsch, a special correspondent for The Associated Press died Sunday.
Frances Tiafoe grinds out win to reach US Open quarterfinals
Frances Tiafoe has returned to the stage that has defined his career.
Legendary manager is all smiles as son gets first MLB hit on first pitch he saw
Dusty Baker was all smiles as he watched as his son Darren Baker recorded his first big league hit on Sunday during his MLB debut with the Washington Nationals.
90-year-old Texas vet shot, run over by his own car during fatal carjacking outside retirement home: Houston police
"He loved big and loved his family so much," his daughter Tami Freund told Fox 26. "To him, everyone had value, and he would do anything for anyone."
Labor Day travel: Will extreme weather impact holiday in US this weekend?
The unofficial end to summer is upon us, and millions of people across the US have packed up and are headed out of town for the Labor Day holiday weekend.
Allen Lazard eyes rebound from ‘difficult’ first season with Jets
The Jets’ highly-anticipated 2024 season opener is exactly a week away in what amounts to a mulligan for Aaron Rodgers.
Anthony Rizzo has solid outing in Yankees long awaited return
Anthony Rizzo returned to the Yankee lineup Sunday after missing more than two months with a fractured right forearm and provided some reason for optimism that he can be productive...
Cause probed in partial collapse of bleachers that injured 12 at a Texas rodeo arena
Authorities are investigating the weekend collapse of a portion of bleachers at a rodeo arena in Texas, injuring 12 people near San Antonio.
Mets starter dialed into playoff mode for Red Sox start
In 16 career starts against the Red Sox, Luis Severino is 5-7 with a 4.06 ERA.
Daniel Jones embracing likely last chance to make Giants fans believers again
That is Daniel Jones. He is entering his sixth season with the Giants and during that span he has barely let those on the outside peek into the window of...
Feckless White House failed to fight terror proxies -- and now six more hostages are dead
President Biden said that if Israel invaded Rafah, the last major Hamas holdout in southern Gaza, it would cross a “red line” that threatened US aid.
Fans fume as DirectTV-ESPN contract dispute blacks out USC-LSU clash, US Open
College football fans with DirectTV got an unwanted surprise on Sunday when Disney-owned channels, including ESPN, went dark just before the start of LSU’s game against USC.
NYC's new anti-rat pizza box trash cans passed over by locals
"That's an Eric Adams initiative. Are you serious?" Esther, a 23-year-old Brooklyn resident, asked incredulously.
Caitlin Clark breaks Fever rookie scoring record in win over Wings
Caitlin Clark toppled another Indiana Fever record.
SUV fatally strikes cyclist before crashing into parked vehicle on NYC street: police
The driver of the van was going northbound on Union Avenue near Lynch Street in Williamsburg when he collided with a 46-year-old man riding a bike that was going the...
Why Yankees fans should hold their Jasson Dominguez outrage
The lineup the Yankees trot out Monday night in Texas holds far less significance than the one that takes the field for the first game of the playoffs, whether the...
Machete-wielding suspect, arrested in 2022 transit hate crime, attacks man on Bronx subway: police
Police said the attacker — Runadieo Jordan, 54 — pulled the weapon and assaulted the 31-year-old man on a northbound 2 train just as it rolled into the Allerton Avenue...
Oregon reverses course and recriminalizes possession of hard drugs including fentanyl and heroin
People caught in possession of hard drugs will once again be at risk of state criminal penalties after the state of Oregon opted to recriminalize possession of drugs such as fentanyl, heroin...
Juan Soto has very forgettable day in the outfield
Juan Soto isn’t going to be one of the most coveted free agents of all time this offseason because of his defensive prowess, but he had an especially rough game...
Scottie Scheffler caps monster year not seen since Tiger Woods with $25 million win
Challenged briefly Sunday in the Tour Championship, Scottie Scheffler responded with three straight birdies to make winning look as inevitable as it has seemed all year.
George Clooney denies report he and Brad Pitt were paid $35M each for new film 'Wolfs'
George Clooney is disputing a report about his salary for his new film with longtime pal Brad Pitt.
Patriots rookie goes on heated rant live after getting traffic ticket: 'Why is you doing that, bro?'
Javon Baker took to the social media platform to vent his frustrations over the situation in a live video, which was captured and posted on X.
9-month-old baby attacked with hot coffee could require skin grafts after second surgery but is expected to heal
The mother of a nine-month-old burned with hot coffee in what police say was an unprovoked attack has shared an incredible update.
NYC comptroller trying to woo mayoral voters with office 'survey' but he may be using public resources for it: critics
"[Lander] is using public resources for a political campaign,'' said political strategist Hank Sheinkopf -- a claim Lander's camp vehemently denies.
Ex-NFL star sees 'another lesson' in Ricky Pearsall shooting
NFL legends Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson weighed in on the shooting of Ricky Pearsall, saying during their “Nightcap” show that “Nothin' is worth your life.”
Angel Reese breaks major WNBA record: 'Knew it was going to translate'
The WNBA’s top rebounder now owns the league record in the category.
Thousands protest controversial law to remove stray dogs over fears animals will be killed, end up in disease-ridden shelters
Thousands of demonstrators gathered on Sunday to protest recent legislation that critics say is leading to the killing of stray dogs.
Stephen A. Smith defends Pat McAfee calling out sports media: 'Don’t blame him'
Stephen A. Smith, one of ESPN’s best-known personalities, came to the defense of fellow sports talk host Pat McAfee after he shot back at reporters during a media day up...
Coco Gauff upset by rising American star as US Open title defense ends before quarterfinals
Coco’s Gone. In an All-American showdown at the U.S. Open, defending champion Coco Gauff got eliminated by New York-born Emma Navarro. Under-the-radar Emma — as she calls herself — is...
Trump slams Harris, Biden over hostage deaths in Gaza: 'They have blood on their hands!'
Donald Trump on Sunday slammed President Biden and Veep Kamala Harris for the recent deaths of six Hamas hostages, blaming the horrific loss on the Dem pair's "poor" leadership.
Spoof article about supposed congestion pricing in Hamptons over Labor Day drives locals crazy
Long Island's Dan's Papers published a satirical piece this week about congestion pricing coming to the Hamptons over Labor Day weekend -- and some readers didn't get the joke.
Intel CEO to pitch board on plans to shed assets, cut costs, source says
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger and key executives are expected to present a plan later this month to the company’s board of directors to slice off unnecessary businesses and revamp capital...
49ers long snapper gets hateful responses to Ricky Pearsall post over 'liberal' views after shooting
Long-snapper Taybor Pepper was shocked and dismayed that he was attacked on social media over the weekend after posting a comment expressing relief that Ricky Pearsall was OK following an...
All eyes on tight Long Island House rematch as GOP tries to capitalize on recent victories
In what could turn out to be the tightest congressional race in New York and a bellwether for which party controls the House, Republican Rep. Anthony D'Esposito faces off in...
$20 million in taxpayer funds spent on NYC park, dog run that few use thanks to location, homeless druggies
Maspeth Park is in an isolated industrial and manufacturing zone — over a mile from the nearest subway station —and lacks the proper signage and lighting for passers-by to find...
Hotel guest claims scorpion stung him in privates and ruined his sex life: lawsuit
Michael Farchi, 62, of Agora Hills, was staying at The Venetian just after Christmas last year when the creepy-crawly wormed its way into his bed and jammed its stinger into...
'Abandon Harris' campaign tries to swing Muslim-Americans against veep in key swing states
The Abandon Biden campaign is relaunching and "intensifying" its campaign, this time focusing its efforts against Vice President Kamala Harris in key swing states.
Not even Kamala Harris' biggest fans can say what the flip-flopping VP stands for
In recent weeks, The Post has spoken to several swing-state voters who plan to cast ballots for Harris. The majority of them painted a vague picture of what the vice...
Yankees do little right in unsightly loss to Cardinals with AL East lead in jeopardy
Worse, they’ve lost four of five as they try to hang onto their lead over Baltimore in the AL East, as they dropped a second straight series to a National...
Canada's Justin Trudeau moves to limit immigration amid strained relations with US
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is rolling back the country's migrant worker program amid backlash at home and strained relations with the United States.
College football team bus involved in crash that leaves four injured, suspect charged with DWI
An alleged drunk driver and the Abilene Christian football team’s bus were involved in a crash late Saturday night that left four people injured, according to reports.
Sean Manaea, Francisco Lindor continue brilliance as Mets sweep White Sox
The Mets arrived on the South Side with no other acceptable option but to sweep this mess of a team called the White Sox.
Seedy NYC street overrun with hookers and thieves gets even worse — with prostitutes doubling in 2 months
Migrant crime has taken over a stretch of Jackson Heights, Queens. "They got it, better get used to it," one fed-up neighbor said.
'Deadpool & Wolverine' again tops box office, 'Reagan' biopic exceeds expectations as summer movie season closes
Just like in the movies, Deadpool can’t be killed.
Highest-seeded American man reaches US Open quarterfinal for second straight year
The highest-seeded American man at the U.S. Open is on to the quarterfinal once again.
Clooney compares Biden to George Washington, dodges own role in 'machinations' forcing prez from race: 'Should be applauded'
George Clooney on Sunday compared Joe Biden to George Washington in his first remarks since writing a bombshell New York Times op-ed calling on the 81-year-old prez to drop his...
49ers receiver released from hospital one day after getting shot in chest
49ers receiver Ricky Pearsall was released from the hospital one day after he was shot in the chest during an attempted robbery in San Francisco.
Teacher has students staple cat's incision — while it's awake and screaming in pain: 'Deeply troubling'
Instructor Emily Marie Benner, 25, was charged with animal cruelty to non-livestock over the sickening procedure, which occurred at the school in the Westwood district in Palestine, CBS 19 reported.
Vanna White was 'very scared' about her 'Wheel of Fortune' chemistry with Ryan Seacrest
"I had no idea what to expect, when I'm used to one person for so long," Vanna White said in a new interview.
GOP operatives prop up liberal third-party candidates to draw votes away from Kamala Harris
Italo Medelius was leading a volunteer drive to put Cornel West on North Carolina's presidential ballot last spring when he received an unexpected call from a man named Paul who said he...
Take the points in USC-LSU
Our pick for USC-LSU on Sunday.
Tim Walz is actually hurting Kamala Harris in his home state of Minnesota, new 2024 poll suggests
Harris' lead in the traditionally blue state has been cut in half since she picked Walz — from 10 points to five points.
College program's 'revolutionary' helmet QR code for NIL donations nixed by NCAA
Oklahoma State is going to have to find a new way to promote NIL donations that is more on the Q.T. than using QR codes.
Germany's far-right AfD wins state election for first time since World War II — but moderate parties will refuse to join in coalition
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party won about 32 to 33% of the vote in the east German state of Thuringia, flattening the center right Christian Democratic Union (CDU) group, which brought in about 24%, according to...
Decorated vet senator rips Kamala Harris, Biden for being AWOL as Trump consoled Gold Star families at Arlington
“Where were they? Joe Biden was sitting at a beach. Kamala Harris was sitting at her mansion in Washington, DC,” said GOP Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas.
Shoeless slob leaves nasty surprise on porch as cops use viral video in manhunt: 'We're good neighbors'
Police in Louisville are working to crack the case of a disturbed young man who left a nasty surprise on the same front porch several times in the last week.
Goya CEO claims Kamala Harris is complicit' in border child trafficking'
Robert Unanue, the head of the New Jersey-based Latino foods company, has been a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump.
Adele announces indefinite hiatus from music: 'You won’t see me for an incredibly long time'
Adele is saying "Hello" to a break from music once her Las Vegas residency wraps.
NYC man claims bus driver choked him — but he was the one arrested for the caught-on-video attack
A Brooklyn man claims his life screeched to a halt when he was wrongfully charged with attempted murder after a bus driver allegedly attacked and choked him.
Kin of American held in Afghanistan plan to talk with Taliban directly, slam Harris-Biden administration
Glezmann’s family insists that they’ve been left in the dark by the Harris-Biden administration and plan on taking matters into their own hands over fear his health is deteriorating while...
Mets considered star prospect for expanded roster, call up utilityman instead
Pablo Reyes’ speed and versatility were two appealing traits to Mets officials when considering September roster additions.
Serena Williams returns to US Open as fan for first time since emotional 2022 farewell
Serena Williams returned to the U.S. Open — no racket in hand.
Family of US-Israeli hostages in Gaza demand Netanyahu push for cease-fire deal after captives found dead
"For the last 331 days, we warned that this could happen,'' the relatives said in a joint statement.
Bargain buzz: NY pot farm delivers 100,000 'Dime Bags' under legalization
Hudson Cannabis, a 500-acre Hudson Valley "seed to smoke" weed farm, has achieved the milestone of delivering more than 100,000 budget-friendly legal dime bags -- sold for $10 retail, or...
The 'Symphony' Dolphin meme has taken over TikTok — here's why
Even Zara Larsson has weighed in on the "Symphony" Dolphin trend that has renewed her song's popularity.
Harris-Biden inner circle have almost no business experience — no wonder Americans are hurting
A new report titled “Amateur Hour” from the Committee to Unleash Prosperity shows that most of the Biden-Harris administration’s top officials have zero experience in business.
Bone fragments found at NYC waterfront park in third chilling discovery near carousel
Police said bone fragments were found among the rocks at the waterfront Brooklyn Bridge Park on Saturday evening, the third time this month apparent human remains washed up on the...
NJ sunbather run over by local cop as she lay on towel at popular beach: 'People were just screaming'
"A bunch of guys came around that were in the area, and they said, 'We have to lift the truck, the front of the truck, to get her out,' ”...
'Starsky & Hutch' Walmart worker fired after he gets stabbed trying to stop shoplifter
John Zalesky of Aurora, Colorado, says he was fired from a local Walmart after he tried to stop a shoplifter outside the store.
Why this Democrat decided Donald Trump is the best choice for president
Kamala Harris' interview performance was so brutally, blatantly, bad, it showed such a win-at-all-costs mentality that left me gasping, I wondered how else she would immorally shape-shift in pursuit of...
Outrage spreads after Elon Musk's X platform is suspended in Brazil
Brazil judge ordered the 'immediate and complete suspension' of the social media platform until it complies with all court orders and pays existing fines.
3 Doors Down singer stops show to share message of Christian faith: 'You are loved'
The lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down paused a recent show to share a message about the love of Jesus with thousands of fans.
Robert Morris defender makes insane one-handed interception
Move over Odell Beckham Jr., and make way for Rob Carter Jr.
Black Californians warn Newsom of 'direct impact' on Harris after Dems kill slavery reparation bills
Black activists issue warning for Kamala Harris after California legislature kills two reparations bills.
Kamala Harris gets no bump in support after DNC, with race largely unchanged: poll
The post-DNC poll found Harris widened her lead with women to 13 percentage points, up to 6 points. The vice president, however, lost support from men.
Chilling final words of slain teen surface as cops continue to hunt mysterious killer 2 years later
The family has hired a private investigator to try to help solve the cold case.
49ers' Ricky Pearsall's mom posts health update after bullet hit chest, 'exited out' back in shooting
The bullet that pierced 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall’s chest “exited out his back” and “missed his vital organs,” his mother wrote in a Facebook post.
TikTokkers are trying to exploit a Chase Bank 'glitch' — and discovering it comes at a huge cost
Experts say the "glitch" videos look an awful lot like check fraud — one of the oldest scams in the book.
The Cure's Roger O’Donnell reveals lymphoma diagnosis: 'Very rare and aggressive'
"The mad axe murderer knocked on the door and we didn't answer," Roger O'Donnell said.
Thousands of hotel workers strike across US cities over failed contract talks
Thousands of U.S. hotel workers in several cities are on a multi-day strike after contract talks with hotel operators Marriott International MAR.O, Hilton Worldwide HLT.N, and Hyatt Hotels H.N reached an impasse, the Unite Here union said on Sunday.
Israel to be rocked by massive labor strike in protest after six hostages' bodies were recovered in Gaza
Israel's largest labor union has called for a massive one-day strike Monday to protest the government's failure to secure a cease-fire deal as six hostages' bodies were recovered from a...
Best bets for NFL's top offensive and defensive player awards
With the NFL season less than a week away, we make our picks in the Player of the Year markets on offense and defense.
The longest car wash in the world is going viral — and has customers divided
The car wash at Buc-ee’s in Katy, Texas is a hit with some customers — and a waste of time for others.
Asteroid about the size of 2 football fields to make close approach to Earth in September
The asteroid will zoom past Earth from just about 620,000 miles, or about 2.6 times the distance between Earth and the Moon, making its flyby from a close but safe...
Ex-Florida coach appears to shade Billy Napier after disastrous opener
With Florida fans chanting for his firing amid a blowout loss, head coach Billy Napier wasn’t about to find any sympathy from predecessor Dan Mullen.
Tightened US border policy spurs creation of massive migrant camps — in Mexico City
“These folks are asylum seekers, they’re not homeless people living in Mexico,” he said.
Will Trump’s new marijuana position — key in Florida — help him win swing states?
Former President Donald Trump can make news 24/7 — and that includes on an otherwise sleepy Saturday on Labor Day weekend. While many readers were having breakfast, the Republican presidential...
Yankees make surprising Jasson Dominguez decision as rosters expand
Jasson Dominguez, the Yankees' top prospect, has nine homers in Triple-A this season.
Trump rally disrupter will face charges after storming into press area
Police said Saturday that a man will face misdemeanor charges after he stormed into the press area at Donald Trump's rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, before being surrounded by authorities and...
Pregnant woman pre-planned what coworkers should buy from her baby registry in bizarre move: 'Thought it was a joke'
An employee described her experience dealing with her pregnant coworker.
Polio vaccinations begin in war-torn Gaza after first case in 25 years emerges
Authorities plan to vaccinate children in central Gaza until Wednesday before moving on to the more devastated northern and southern parts of the strip. The campaign began with a small number...
Former 'Bachelorette' star describes 'abuse' since coming out as trans: 'I fear for my safety'
"I am getting a lot of hate from the LGBTQ+ community and the conservatives are giving me death threats saying they want to murder me," Josh said.
Angelina Jolie says she stopped singing because of one of her exes: 'Not kind to me'
"I had somebody in my life who was not kind to me about singing," Angelina Jolie said in a new interview.
Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg renew wedding vows on 10th anniversary — with an 'eternity to go'
"Happy Anniversary! (yeah we did a thing — again)," Wahlberg wrote on a photo of himself holding McCarthy and gazing into her eyes, tagging the hotel and their wedding officiant...
Juan Soto, Oswaldo Cabrera watch US Open from suite after Yankees' game
Outfielder Juan Soto and utilityman Oswaldo Cabrera watched Daniil Medvedev defeat Flavio Cobolli at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Saturday night.
Three areas in Atlantic being monitored for potential tropical development
The wave is expected to continue moving west, reaching the Lesser Antilles by Monday, then cross the eastern and central Caribbean Sea through the middle of the week, the NHC...
Padres vs. Rays prediction, odds: MLB picks, best bets Sunday
Dylan Cease will lead the visiting Padres past the Rays, Stitches predicts.
'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' star Winona Ryder reveals what 'soured' her on making movies
Ryder's breakout role was playing Lydia Deetz in the 1988 movie 'Beetlejuice,' when she was 15 years old.
‘Dawson’s Creek’ alum dead at 51, years after losing both legs in crash
Obi Ndefo played Bodie Wells in "Dawson's Creek" from 1998 to 2002.
NYC artist who paints with human blood busted with cache of 'illegal guns' after cops responded to drug overdose
An infamous New York City artist who paints with human blood was arrested after police responded to reports of an overdose and found a cache of unregistered guns inside his...
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Can I back out of my offer to take on work over the holiday weekend?
I work in customer service as a chat agent, meaning I take text chats and emails. This Labor Day my boss was looking for volunteers and I was open and...
1 dead, 2 injured in shooting outside Pittsburgh gas station after street fight
One person was shot and several others were injured in an early morning shooting near a Speedway gas station in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, according to reports.
Want Monday off every week? This firm has been doing just that
“I’m seeing a more motivated team, more creative thinking, more energized communication and better quality work,” said Roth.
Called 'baby killers' and scared to wear Stars of David, Jewish kids fear campus protests will get worse
“I just hope that my fellow classmates can at least have the decency to steer away from blatant antisemitism," said one sophomore at Columbia.
How 'Big Pharma' traded principles for profits: 'Hype fears' and 'exaggerate supposed benefits'
In December of 2002, Sharyl Attkisson, an Emmy-winning investigative reporter for CBS News, had an unsettling interview with smallpox expert Jonathan Tucker.
Venomous snake warning issued by wildlife officials in New Jersey: 'Never touch it'
Wildlife officials issued a warning in Somerset County, New Jersey, to be on guard for northern copperhead snakes after one of the species was seen last week in Watchung, a Garden State...
NHL star Johnny Gaudreau's widow honors brother-in-law after siblings were killed by alleged drunk driver
"John and Matty. You don't hear one name without the other. Always side by side," Meredith Gaudreau wrote on Instagram along with five photos of the brothers.
Sydney Sweeney stays grounded and humbled by non-famous inner circle
The "Euphoria" star makes an effort to surround herself with people she’s known since childhood.
This star's deal removes fantasy football worry
The final week before the start of a new NFL season is exciting for fantasy football owners. Of course, that means every star needs to be on field.
Anthony Rizzo's return means murky future for this veteran
With Anthony Rizzo expected to return, it figures to become even harder for the slumping DJ LeMahieu to see playing time.
Harris could be doomed by black voters' fading Dem loyalty
Younger black voters are much less wedded to the Democrats than their parents and grandparents were — and in the swing states, any slip in their support will end Harris' White House...
Kamala Harris aims to screw workers AND businesses to help Big Labor bosses
Kamala Harris has so far provided only scant and shifting details on her plans in many policy areas, even walking back her extreme and unpopular positions through unattributed statements from...
Carlos Mendoza sticking with struggling star: 'our guy'
Francisco Alvarez’s slump has been steep but not to the point manager Carlos Mendoza is considering a change to the Mets catching structure.
Harris adopts Trump's MAGA policies: Letters to the Editor — Sep. 2, 2024
NY Post readers discuss Kamala Harris changing her stance on key issues like the border to sound more like Trump.
NYC migrant shelter overrun by teen ‘fight club,' constant shrieking as residents reach breaking point
The residents of a Queens apartment building say they've hardly had a moment's peace since January, when a 128-room hotel in Long Island City was transformed into a city-run migrant...
He claimed actor Ezra Miller groomed his teen daughter — but now it's a very different story
Chase Iron Eyes had originally filed a tribal court complaint accusing "The Flash" star Ezra Miller of manipulating and controlling his daughter.
Former Jets quarterback's son throws first touchdown in college career
Cole Pennington, the son of former Jets QB Chad Pennington, threw the first TD of his college career in Marshall's 45-3 win over Stony Brook Saturday.
Beloved grandma killed after suicidal man jumps off highway overpass and lands on her car
A California grandmother was killed when a suicidal man jumped off a highway overpass, crashing into the front windshield of her car as she and her husband were on their...
Women's college hoops star charged with assault and kidnapping
South Carolina national championship-winning forward Ashlyn Watkins was arrested Saturday on charges of assault and battery and kidnapping.
Paralympic triathlon events are postponed because of poor water quality in the Seine River
Paralympic triathlon competitions in Paris scheduled for Sunday have been postponed because of concerns about water quality in the Seine River after heavy rainfall, organizers said.
Why this may be best chance for American man to finally win US Open again
The discussion has spilled over into its third decade, concerning when the breakthrough finally will come. But this year just might be the year.
Russia says it downed over 150 drones, in one of the biggest Ukrainian drone attacks of the war
Ukraine launched a massive 158-drone barrage against Russia on Sunday, with the attack sparking a large fire at a major oil refinery in Moscow, officials said.
Crew member on tech tycoon's doomed yacht tells of being thrown into water during deadly sinking
A crew member on Mike Lynch's yacht has spoken of being thrown into the water and efforts to rescue passengers as a storm sank the vessel off Sicily this month,...
Dear Abby: I'm unattractive — my hot friends need to stop pretending I'm not
DEAR ABBY: I am not, and never will be, an attractive female. I accept this, and I'm OK with the fact that men don't find me attractive. My issue is,...
Superintendent orders schools to promote patriotism after student told to remove US flag from truck
'We want patriots. We want our students flying the American flag,' Oklahoma State School Superintendent Ryan Walters said.
Orangutan 'cartwheels' his way to escape from zoo enclosure
The fuzzy animal executed a nearly perfect "cartwheel-like motion" to avoid a hot wire barrier near the top of the tower made to prevent escapes like Kembali's, the zoo said...
Paralympics runner stripped of medal moments after crossing finish line
An Australian Paralympic runner was disqualified and stripped of his bronze medal for breaking a "fundamental rule" inches from the finish line during Saturday's race. Jaryd Clifford, who is legally...
Fantasy baseball: Take emotion out of equation for season's final push
As the fantasy baseball head-to-head playoffs and the final month of a grueling, six-month battle in the rotisserie format crank up in September, your determination must remain fierce and your...
Last US Open men's champion still in field advances to fourth round
In this year’s U.S. Open, Daniil Medvedev is the last one standing from one of the most exclusive clubs in tennis.
3 dead after small plane crashes into row of townhouses in Oregon
Officials earlier in the day had said the plane was carrying two people and that at least one resident had been unaccounted for.