May 15, 2022

Rangers star redeems off series with game winner

Despite recording three goals and four assists in the series, Panarin hadn’t been his usual dynamic self.

Rangers 'Mr. Reliable' powers incredible series comeback

Igor Shesterkin played like the Rangers’ heart -- and the NHL’s Hart – over three straight comeback victories.

Arby's manager caught urinating in milkshake mix

Investigators are now looking for any unlucky customers who bought and drank the urine-contaminated shakes. 

Mavericks advance to conference finals after Game 7 rout

Luka Doncic scored 35 points, Spencer Dinwiddie added 30 and the Dallas Mavericks stunned the top-seeded Phoenix Suns with a 123-90 Game 7 blowout.

Democrats' ‘moral oblivion’ and other commentary

“Roe isn’t enough for them now”; “they’ve passed into moral oblivion.” And “every Senate Democrat except Joe Manchin voted for it.”

Morgan Wallen's Billboard Awards 2022 showcase slammed after 'racist' uproar

"F— Morgan Wallen and this Jim Crow music," one user tweeted.

Overtime goal lifts Rangers to Game 7 comeback win over Penguins to win series

The resiliency, the no-quit fire and the insatiable desire to be a winning club has been at the heart of the Rangers all season long. 

Supreme Court leak over abortion rights didn't sway voters: poll

The political environment has remained largely unchanged following a leak that indicated Roe v. Wade could be overturned, according to a new NBC poll.

Bail reform is to blame for flood of firearms, 'ghost gun' threat: NYPD bigwig

An NYPD bigwig blamed bail reform for the number of guns flooding the streets and worried about the proliferation of untraceable “ghost guns.”

Yankees reliever earns increasing trust from Aaron Boone

The right-hander would have been used in a save situation if Joey Gallo hadn’t hit a two-run shot in the ninth to give the Yankees some breathing room.

NYPD officer bitten in head by pit bull on Coney Island

The pit bull ran out, charged the cop and bit him in the head. Another officer pulled out his gun and shot the pit bull.

Mets starter 'couldn't control' key pitch amid rough outing

Carlos Carrasco didn’t have a key weapon Sunday.

Liberty can't contain Wings star in second half of loss

Arike Ogunbowale scored 18 of her 21 points in the second half and Dallas beat the Liberty 81-71 on Sunday at Barclays Center.

Yankees outfielder finding form after brutal start to season

Gallo’s turnaround at the plate continued, as he homered for the second time in three games and also drew a walk that sparked a three-run rally in the second inning.

When New Yorkers can see Sunday's blood-red lunar eclipse

Stargazers can watch the moon turn a blood red color during a rare lunar eclipse Sunday night — with New Yorkers catching a glimpse around 11:30 p.m.

Mets getting their first taste of hardship

For the first time in what has been a season mostly frosted with stardust so far, the Mets have a touch of adversity on their hands.

Biden must decide what 'victory' in Ukraine means — and if he'll do what it takes to win it

Without defining our objectives (and Ukraine’s), we will remain in today’s semi-coherent muddle, even as we enter what Ukraine’s defense minister calls a “new, long phase of the war.”

Giants rookie bringing 'very rare' attribute

The lanky third-round draft pick has the skills to play press man-to-man coverage under coordinator Wink Martindale.

The visible Tiger Woods changes ahead of PGA Championship

Sunday at Southern Hills, Woods, with his right leg repaired after it was shattered in the crash, looked visibly stronger than he did a month ago.

Woman arrested for deadly hit-and-run that killed 2 on Long Island

Johanna Iovino was arrested and charged with two counts of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death, Suffolk County police said.

‘Green New Deal’ plan will cost NYers 'hundreds of billions' in energy bills: official

New Yorkers will have to pay "hundreds of billions of dollars" in higher utility bills due to the state's “Green New Deal”-inspired plan, according to a top energy regulatory official.

Billboard Music Awards 2022 full winners list

The Weeknd leads the pack of nominees at the Billboard 2022 Awards with 17 nods. 

Elderly husband of Buffalo shooting victim still unaware she has died

Buffalo shooting victim Ruth Whitfield's son said Sunday his father, who is in a nursing home, doesn't know his wife was killed Saturday at a Tops Supermarket.

Veteran's return to Rangers lineup a clear boost on blueline

Since defenseman Ryan Lindgren’s return to the lineup in Game 5, the Rangers have looked a bit heavier.

Rising star earning reputation as tennis' much-needed 'Next Nadal'

After his coming-out bash at the U.S. Open last September when he romped to the quarterfinals as an 18-year-old, Carlos Alcaraz has taken tennis by storm.

Biden headed to Buffalo on Tuesday following massacre

President Biden will reportedly travel to Buffalo on Tuesday in the wake of Saturday's hate-fueled massacre there.

Buffalo shooter did 'reconnaissance' at market before bloody massacre: cops

Buffalo mass shooting suspect Payton Gendron paid a "reconnaissance" visit to the Tops Friendly Market in Buffalo a day before the massacre, according to police.

Rangers hope to remind Penguins this harsh lesson

Emotion isn’t always enough. The Rangers learned that 16 years ago. On Sunday, the Blueshirts were fixing to teach that lesson to the Penguins.

2 people dead, 3 injured in shooting at busy Houston flea market

The shooting took place at the flea market where "thousands" of people had gathered, Harris County Sherriff Ed Gonzalez said.

Buffalo shooting suspect wore hazmat suit to school, was hospitalized for mental eval

Buffalo’s accused teen mass shooter once wore a full hazmat suit to school during the pandemic — and was later hospitalized for a day and a half after threatening classmates,...

Celtics knock off defending champions to book ticket to conference finals

The Celtics set a Game 7 record with 22 3-pointers to eliminate the NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks.

White people aren't inspired by you, Payton Gendron. They hate you.

What did the mass murderer think was going to happen? The rise of an Aryan Buffalo? The remaking of a diverse nation?

Queens neighbors outraged at NYC ramps up construction of new jail

New York City is ramping up construction of a Queens jail as part of its plan to phase out Rikers Island -- sparking outrage from residents.

Making voting compulsory is a bad idea — and wouldn't change our polarized politics

Two years ago a Brookings Institution and Harvard Kennedy School’s Ash Center working group called for such laws.

Joe Schoen, Brian Daboll set Giants' rebuild apart from others

It is already clear that the days of this franchise as a doormat are nearing an end.

Canceling federal oil-lease sales exposes Biden's utter malarkey on fossil fuels

President Joe Biden still thinks he can have it both ways on fossil fuels — blasting oil companies for not producing even while keeping his promise to “end” US production....

NYC pols are trying to get in good with progressives, but are ignorant about housing

City Council members put off a show hearing on the Good Cause Eviction bill and the renewal of a half-century-old tax break.

Letters to the Editor — May 16, 2022

The Issue: Democratic proposals that would provide funding for out-of-state women to receive abortions. Spending $35 million of taxpayers’ money to aid abortion providers if Roe v. Wade is struck...

Gun shop owner who sold firearm to Buffalo shooting suspect 'feels terrible'

Robert Donald said he learned from federal agents Saturday night that he had recently sold the 18-year-old suspect a Bushmaster assault weapon.

'Diabolical': Bieber addresses Buffalo massacre at concert just hours after tragedy

Justin Bieber called racism "diabolical" at a sold-out concert in Buffalo on Saturday night after a white supremacist killed 10 people at a local supermarket.

One dead, multiple people injured in California church shooting

One person was dead and several others injured during a shooting took place at a California church on Sunday, reports said.

Netflix is proof Americans have had enough of woke speech policing

We’re finally getting to a point where Americans have had enough woke speech policing and censorship. Someone needs to tell the Biden administration.

Biden says it's time to fund the police: 'Spend it now'

President Biden wants states and cities to spend federal stimulus dollars to better fund their police departments. He made his plea during remarks at a ceremony to honor fallen police...

Buffalo shooter's racist manifesto featured anti-Semitic meme attacking Fox News

The white supremacist manifesto believed to belong to Buffalo supermarket shooter Payton Gendron included an anti-Semitic meme attacking Fox News and its owner Rupert Murdoch.

Mets drop first series of season as ninth-inning rally falls short

The number of MLB teams who haven’t lost a series this season was reduced to zero Sunday.

John Fetterman -- leading Dem Pa. Senate canidate -- hospitalized after stroke

Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, the leading Democrat in the state’s high-profile Senate contest, has suffered a stroke.

Groucho Marx impersonator keeps the comedian's legacy going

Now on public television, and just released on DVD, is “Frank Ferrante’s Groucho.” He’s played it onstage 35 years, 500 cities, 3,000 performances.

Yankees' unlikely pitching star dazzles again in win

Before the Yankees’ latest victory, a 5-1 win over the White Sox on Saturday, Aaron Boone said Nestor Cortes has “been one of the best pitchers in the game.”

Former FDA chief: Issues at baby formula plant went 'back many years'

The former head of the Food and Drug Administration said problems at the shuttered Michigan plant that produced baby formula date "back many years."

MLB team throws combined 'no-hitter' but lose 1-0

It’s the no-hitter that’s not.

Knicks exec emerges from the shadows to be team rep at draft lottery

The Knicks have decided on senior executive William Wesley as their representative on the dais to bring them some luck with the ping-pong balls.

Robinson Cano has Padres debut to forget

Robinson Cano went hitless in his Padres debut in another forgettable performance to start his San Diego tenure. 

9-year-old NYC girl found dead with head trauma, bite marks: cops

The child was found around 1 p.m. in a bedroom at 571 Lincoln Place in Crown Heights after employees at a restaurant downstairs noticed a foul odor, police sources said.

Russian ambassador hints at split in Kremlin, NATO says Ukraine could win conflict

Russia’s ambassador to the US hinted at a split in the Kremlin Sunday -- as NATO declared Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine is not going to plan.

Mayor Adams: NYC to nix dozens of fines on businesses in effort to cut red tape

City officials said the changes will save the Big Apple’s more than 200,000 small businesses a projected $8.9 million a year in penalties.

Legendary QB done as NFL analyst for NBC

Legendary NFL quarterback Drew Brees will not return to NBC after just one season as a studio and game analyst, according to sources.

Billboard Music Awards 2022: Who’s performing, hosting and how to watch

The Billboard Music Awards will help to tie a bow on the 2022 awards season Sunday night. For the second year in a row, The Weeknd leads the nominations with...

How Rangers' star goalie worked through his playoff struggles

Igor Shesterkin shook his head like a reflex, indicating that he didn’t want to talk about it.

Feds launch probe: FBI interviews parents of alleged Buffalo supermarket shooter

Paul and Pamela Gendron -- both civil engineers with the state Department of Transportation -- are cooperating with investigators, sources say.

Mets rotation takes another injury hit

Mets Pitcher Tylor Megill was placed on the 15-day IL after his worst start of the season last time out.

Buffalo shooting suspect allegedly wrote Waukesha parade victim's name on gun

Photos emerged of the rifle used by alleged Buffalo mass shooter Payton Gendron that appear to show the name of Waukesha parade rampage victim Virginia Sorenson

Panthers sound very shaky on Sam Darnold's status

Sam Darnold’s job as the Carolina Panthers starting quarterback comes with those two little words that everybody in his position dreads hearing.

I’m a psychic — here's what your dreams really tell you about your personality

From your teeth falling out to being cheated on, your subconscious is trying to tell you something, and psychic medium ElectraSoul is here to tell you exactly what this may...

Bet on Chris Paul to struggle with legacy on the line in Game 7

Chris Paul looks like he's out of gas and might not be able to refuel ahead of a crucial Game 7 at home... 

How to watch tonight's rare total 'blood moon' lunar eclipse take over the sky

May 15 marks this season's total "super flower blood moon" eclipse — when the gleaming full moon in the spring casts an eerie red glow during an eclipse.

Woman stabbed to death inside Brooklyn check cashing business: cops

The woman was stabbed inside a check cashing business at Van Buren Street and Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Bedford-Stuyvesant at around 11 a.m., according to police. 

Dr. Oz claims he's the GOP candidate who can win in Pa. Senate race

Oz, who enjoys the backing of former President Donald Trump, holds a slight lead in the polls going into Tuesday's primary race against hedge funder David McCormick.

Mom learns daughter was killed in Buffalo shooting from Facebook: report

The unnamed mom had sent her 30-year-old daughter to Tops Friendly Market on an errand Saturday afternoon, but the younger woman never returned home.

'A new era begins': Historically neutral nation declares intent to join NATO

The European nation formally declared its intent to join NATO Sunday as the historically neutral nation seeks to bolster its security amid Russia's ongoing incursion into Ukraine.

7 weather extremes that will impact NFL games this season

Football season is almost here, and that means millions of fans will brave extreme weather to watch their favorite NFL team try to bring home a victory.

Margaret Thatcher statue egged just hours after unveiling in UK hometown

A statue of late British prime minister Margaret Thatcher was pelted with eggs just hours after being placed in her hometown Sunday.

Longest blood moon lunar eclipse until 2029 will make you face your destiny

Prepare to face fated endings, turning points and breakthroughs as you near the blood moon total lunar eclipse on May 16, 2022. Read how your zodiac sign is affected here!

Ex-Jet wins pro boxing debut with unreal knockout

Finished scoring touchdowns, Frank Gore scored his first professional knockdown Or, rather, knockout.

Popular graduation balloons dangerous if released, energy companies warn

As families start to gather in the coming weeks for high school and college graduation celebrations, power companies are warning about the dangers of releasing balloons into the air.

Pataki: Republican candidates have an 'excellent chance' in NY elections

Former Gov. George Pataki said that Republicans have an "excellent chance" in the upcoming elections and predicted that if disgraced former Gov. Andrew Cuomo enters the gubernatorial race.

Maple Leafs fans fight each other after brutal loss

Toronto Maple Leafs fans are taking out their frustrations on each other.

Malik Willis addresses Ryan Tannehill's 'mentor' remarks

The Titans rookie was recently asked about the now-viral comments made by veteran quarterback Ryan Tannehill, who said this month that it wasn't his job to mentor the third-round draft...

Take the Brewers to bounce back in NL clash

Brandon Woodruff takes his turn in Miami.

'You did not deserve this!' Buffalo shooting vics include food pantry head, ex-fire chief's mom

“You don’t expect this when your mother goes grocery shopping,” said Pamela Pritchett, 55, whose mom, Pearl Young, 77, had worked as a substitute teacher and helped feed needy locals at...

Multiple shots fired during fight on NYC subway

Multiple shots were fired on the No. 6 subway at East 116th Street and Lexington Avenue in East Harlem during a dispute between two groups of men around 3 a.m.

Straphanger strikes MTA train operator with glass bottle, cops say

An angry straphanger smacked an MTA worker in the head with a glass bottle on a subway platform in Manhattan’s Financial District Sunday morning, cops said.

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13 unique gifts to surprise the golf lover in your life

What do you get for the golf lover in your life who seems to have everything golf related?

Camille Kostek shares sweet birthday message to boyfriend Rob Gronkowski

In a post shared with her one million followers, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model wished the free-agent tight end a happy birthday as she shared a collection of snaps chronicling...

Witness recalls shooter's 'blank' expression during 'horrifying' Buffalo mass shooting

Katherine Crofton, a retired firefighter, recalled seeing 18-year-old Payton Gendron's afternoon massacre of ten from a “perfect, bird’s-eye view” from the porch of her two-story colonial home.

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Ukraine foreign minister says 'aid is on the way' after meeting with Blinken

Ukraine's foreign minister Dmytro ​Kuleba said "more weapons and other aid is on the way" on Sunday after meeting with Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

Can prospective employers ask for references from my current job?

Gregory Giangrande shares why you should never allow your prospective employer to call your current employer during the interview process.

Don’t be afraid to jump into a new career feet first — it often has rewarding results

“You have to jump in, you have to figure it out. There’s such a difference between a place of yes and a place of no,” said Bethenny Frankel.

Louisiana juvenile inmates who escaped with security officer have been caught: police

Security guard Victoria Tune was believed to have helped TyJuan Lafitte, Jeremiah Durham and Na’Varaya Lane escape the Ware Youth Detention Center.

California family thanks firefighters who saved American flag from home before it was destroyed

A California family is thanking firefighters who saved their U.S. flag and 9/11 mug cup from their home that was destroyed by the Coastal Fire.

Dr. Scott Jensen wins GOP endorsement for Minnesota governor

Dr. Scott Jensen, a skeptic of the government’s response to COVID-19, won the Minnesota GOP’s endorsement after a wild ride on Saturday to challenge Democratic Gov. Tim Walz in the...

'SNL' skewers Johnny Depp, Amber Heard trial as host Selena Gomez looks for love

"Saturday Night Live" opened up by lampooning the explosive allegations made in the ongoing Johnny Depp and Amber Heard defamation trial.

Buffalo shooter's quiet hometown stunned after supermarket shooting

Residents of rural Conklin, New York were stunned Saturday by the news the gunman accused in the Buffalo supermarket attack was a teenager who lived in their town.

Jason Momoa apologizes after taking pictures inside the Sistine Chapel

Jason Momoa is apologizing after taking pictures and videos during a recent trip to the Sistine Chapel.

Biden calls Buffalo supermarket shooting 'domestic terrorism' as AG probes 'violent extremism'

The president praised law enforcement and first responders, adding that he and First Lady Jill Biden were praying for the victims and their families.

Giants coach taking inspiration from Rangers

It did not take long for Brian Daboll to become an avid admirer of the Rangers.

Yankees continue puzzling trend

The only thing that can stop the Yankees’ offense right now, apparently, is Jordan Montgomery. 

Critical Penguins duo practice and could play Game 7

The Penguins might get back their No. 1 center and their first-string goalie for Game 7 against the Rangers.

Thousands in US march under 'Ban Off Our Bodies' banner for abortion rights

The day’s largest demonstration unfolded in Washington, where a crowd that organizers estimated at 20,000 people massed at the Washington Monument.

Hochul slams social media platforms over Buffalo shooter's livestream

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul slammed social media platforms in the wake of the livestreamed mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket on Saturday.

Jermell Charlo KO's Brian Castano for historic undisputed title

Jermell Charlo became the first undisputed super welterweight champion in the four-belt era.

Talles Magno leads NYCFC to comfortable win

Talles Magno scored early and Valentín Castellanos added a second-half goal to power New York City FC to a 2-0 victory over the Columbus Crew on Saturday night.

Massachusetts biker brawl leaves 7 injured; dozens reportedly involved

WPRI-TV reported on Saturday that police responded to the brawl around 12:25 pm on Saturday after reports of a large fight involving weapons.

Mets get last laugh on unlikely budding villain

Jesse Winker’s uniform has gone from Cincinnati red to Seattle blue, but he still loves wearing the villain’s black hat when he comes to Queens.

Patrick Mazeika's magic returns with game-winning home run for Mets

Almost exactly a year later, Patrick Mazeika magic is back.

Buffalo suspect had previously threatened school shooting: report

The Binghamton-area teen that drove to Buffalo to commit a hate-fueled mass murder at a supermarket had once threatened to shoot his high school classmates but was still able to...

Letters to the Editor — May 15, 2022

Post readers sound off on de Blasio, student-loan relief, AIPAC and more.