March 1, 2020

Flavor Flav fired from Public Enemy over Bernie Sanders flap

Hip-hop legend Flavor Flav was fired from Public Enemy on Sunday night after he slapped Bernie Sanders with a cease-and-desist letter for claiming the group would perform at a rally...

Zion Williamson's best isn't enough for LeBron James revenge

NEW ORLEANS — LeBron James keeps finding ways to assert his supremacy over the upstart New Orleans Pelicans and rookie sensation Zion Williamson — with or without the help of...

Giancarlo Stanton snaps out of sad mood

LAKELAND, Fla. — On Friday, Giancarlo Stanton’s face was smothered in dejection about the Grade 1 strain of his right calf that shut him down and placed an Opening Day...

Devils stay hot behind rare Cory Schneider shutout

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Pavel Zacha scored two power-play goals, Cory Schneider made 34 saves for his first shutout in more than a year, and the Devils beat the Ducks 3-0...

Criticisms of Trump's coronavirus response are sickening

Whom better to have as president during the coronavirus epidemic but a renowned germaphobe, the “build-the-wall” guy who refuses to kowtow to China? It’s a unique set of characteristics showing...

Rangers all in on former Cy Young winner's revival

PHOENIX — Corey Kluber was a backup plan. Sometimes a backup plan to a backup plan. The starter-hungry teams needed to work through not only the top of the free-agent...

Missing legends loom over new-look Red Bulls' promising start

The nature of sports since the beginning of time is that teams and players move on from one year to the next. Players come and they go and life goes...

NYC officials: Don't panic after first confirmed coronavirus case

New York City officials are urging folks not to panic over the first confirmed case of the coronavirus in the state on Sunday. Shortly after the Big Apple case was...

The overlooked Final Four threat you should stop ignoring

You hear about Kansas and Baylor, Gonzaga and Maryland, San Diego State and Dayton. They’re the teams everyone seems to be highest on in March, teams that can get to...

How our culture gives a free pass to socialism's hideous downsides

Pundits have recently argued that younger voters are less inclined to be bothered when they hear the word “socialism,” since they have no firsthand memory of the Cold War. To...

NYT's 1619 Project is dishonest attack on nation's founding principles

It isn’t an overstatement to describe The New York Times’ 1619 Project as a journalistic declaration of war against America. Many of the project’s historical claims are downright fabrications —...

What the Nets desperately need to get rolling again

MIAMI — The Nets may not believe in moral victories. But they do believe in learning from every game, win or loss. And there were things to take from Saturday’s...

Coronavirus taking a huge toll on NYC's Chinese restaurants

Even the Big Apple’s most beloved Chinese restaurants are in critical condition as the coronavirus keeps customers at bay. Restaurant owners, the people who work for them and city lawmakers...

New pitcher's spring breakthrough is no Mets fluke

JUPITER, Fla. — While most Mets eyes turned to ace Jacob deGrom’s Grapefruit League debut up at Clover Park on Sunday afternoon, Michael Wacha proved here at Roger Dean Chevrolet...

Former city psychiatrist sues claiming Rikers Island releases 'expedited'

A former psychiatrist for the city’s hospital system claims she suffered retaliation for complaining that Mayor Bill de Blasio’s push to close Rikers Island “politicized” the mental-health evaluations of inmates....

Second US coronavirus death reported in Washington state

The coronavirus has claimed a second life in the US -- a man in his 70s who died in a Seattle-area hospital, officials said Sunday. The man, who had underlying...

Frank Ntilikina talks up incoming Knicks president

Leon Rose is officially expected to be announced as the Knicks’ new president in the coming days, as The Post reported last week. No current Knicks were represented this season...

Lobbyists made $113M in 2019 wooing City Hall, Council: report

Well-connected lobbyists made a killing in 2019 wooing City Hall and the City Council on an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink list of issues, raking in a cumulative $113.19 million, according to a new...

Imagining what a President Bernie Sanders would mean for Jews

WASHINGTON, NOV. 20, 2021: When Bernie Sanders won the presidential election in a squeaker last year, progressive Jews enthused that a glorious new era in American Judaism had dawned. Synagogues...

Jamal Adams responds to Joe Douglas' bold Jets claim

Jamal Adams will take the ego boost for now. He still wants a salary bump soon. Responding to Jets general manager Joe Douglas’ remark last week at the NFL Scouting...

Andrew Cuomo's latest power grab will let him ram through wind farms

Gov. Andrew Cuomo late last month amended his state-budget proposal to let him ram through approval of wind and solar “farms” over local objections. It’s a classic Cuomo power grab...

This is where we're at with Henrik Lundqvist

This was not Willie Mays falling down in center field. Not even in the ballpark. So let’s get that straight. But to have to issue that disclaimer up front about...

Trump on Buttigieg dropping out: 'Dems taking Bernie out of play'

President Trump on Sunday night tweeted that Pete Buttigieg dropping out of the presidential race signals the “beginning of the Dems taking Bernie out of play.” “Pete Buttigieg is OUT,”...

'Nervous' Jacob deGrom flashes his Cy Young form

PORT ST. LUCIE — Jake deGrom’s Grapefruit League season began Sunday with 13 straight strikes against a top-heavy Nationals lineup, and his afternoon barely worsened from there. His fastball humming...

United Federation of Teachers admitted it can't run a successful school

Late Friday, the United Federation of Teachers quietly announced the closing of the last UFT-run charter school — a tacit admission that charters’ success isn’t about any special privileges, but...

What makes this Aaron Judge headache even more frustrating

LAKELAND, Fla. — Since Aaron Judge has undergone more tests than taking batting practice cuts outdoors, Monday carries big weight in Yankees camp. That’s when Judge will have his right...

First case of coronavirus confirmed in New York City

The first case of coronavirus in New York City was confirmed Sunday to be a woman in her late 30s who recently traveled to Iran, a state official said. Gov....

Democrats: Speak out now, or Bernie Sanders is going to take over your party

Democrats, this is your last chance: You need to stop Bernie Sanders NOW, or he’s going to steal your party out from under you. In Sunday’s Post, John Podhoretz made...

Highly touted Yankees prospect gets first crack with big club

LAKELAND, FLA. — A year ago at this time, Anthony Volpe was preparing for his senior season as a shortstop for Delbarton High School in New Jersey. Sunday the Yankees’...

NFL prospect's crude combine answer leaked: 'Bigger d–k'

This took some cojones. "Bigger d--k," NFL draft prospect and former Washington standout Trey Adams said when asked, "If you could change anything about yourself, what it would be?" at...

Bronx councilman drops bid against AOC to instead run for borough president

The Bronx is churning! Councilman Fernando Cabrera — a top Democratic primary challenger to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s re-election bid — is dropping out of the race and instead running for...

Joe Biden's hollow victory and other commentary

2020 watch: Biden’s Hollow Victory “Bernie Sanders just lost his first primary of 2020” in South Carolina, Daniel McCarthy writes at Spectator USA. Yet Joe Biden’s victory in the Palmetto...

NY study-abroad students in Italy being sent home over coronavirus scare

Syracuse University student Eli Schwemler entered the courtyard of his school’s Florence, Italy, campus last week expecting a Q&A about the faraway threat of the coronavirus. Instead, he and 341...

Arrest made in Missouri slaying of teenage boy 29 years ago

A Missouri man is facing a first-degree murder charge in the killing of a teenage boy who was shot twice in the head and left in a drainage ditch 29 years ago. The...

Coronavirus-stricken South Korean church could face murder investigation

The leaders of a shadowy South Korean church linked to a coronavirus outbreak could face a murder probe, according to a report. South Korean prosecutors have been called on to...

Iran's coronavirus death toll increases by 11 in single day

Iran's death toll from the coronavirus climbed Sunday to 54 -- as the number of people in the country confirmed to have the deadly bug jumped overnight to 978 people,...

Teen daughter of ex-Yanks, Mets infielder dead after battling rare disorder

The daughter of former Mets and Yankees infielder John Olerud has died following a lifelong battle with a rare chromosome disorder, according to Mets vice president of alumni relations Jay...

Panicked city shoppers stock up at Costco amid coronavirus fears

Hundreds of on-edge shoppers packed a Brooklyn Costco on Sunday to stock up on water, rice and other supplies amid fears of a coronavirus epidemic. Panicked purchasers — many of...

Pete Buttigieg drops out of 2020 presidential race

Former South Bend, Indiana mayor Pete Buttigieg has dropped out of the 2020 presidential race -- telling supporters Sunday night that the path to victory “has narrowed to a close.”...

The Sixers have already had enough of Al Horford

Al Horford has become a $109 million problem for the Philadelphia 76ers, and they may try to rid themselves of it. The Sixers might look to trade Horford this offseason,...

Matthew Stafford's wife is pregnant a year after brain surgery

Matthew Stafford and wife Kelly are adding another member to their offensive line. On Sunday, Kelly announced the couple is expecting their fourth child, revealing the newest member of the...

Kosciuszko Bridge is vulnerable to terror attack, lawsuit says

A botched job of terror-proofing the new Kosciuszko Bridge has left its cables vulnerable to attack -- and bumbling contractors even posted information online that all but provides a blueprint...

Nothing can cripple Mookie Betts and the Dodgers

PHOENIX — The Yankees have had enough early injuries to raise concerns about organizational depth and if they can find their inner Urshela again. The Astros lost Gerrit Cole and...

Central Park carriage horse euthanized after collapsing

A New York City carriage horse was euthanized after collapsing in Central Park — in a caught-on-camera incident that sparked a protest on Sunday and calls for an investigation. The...

Chinese man sentenced to death for killing 2 people at coronavirus checkpoint

A Chinese man was sentenced to death after he stabbed two people at a coronavirus checkpoint in a southwestern province, state media reported. Ma Jianguo was ordered to death row...

Knicks' young center chasing legendary NBA record

Mitchell Robinson officially leads the NBA in field-goal percentage now that he has made enough shots this season to qualify for the title. More astounding, the second-year big man appears...

College recruiter fired after making students line up by skin color, 'nappiest hair'

A recruiter for an Oklahoma Christian college has been fired after being accused of grouping students by the color of their skin — as well as those with the "nappiest"...

Medicare should cover cost of coronavirus vaccine, Schumer says

Sen. Chuck Schumer called on Sunday for the coronavirus vaccine currently in the works to be fully covered by Medicare and made available to senior citizens as part of the...

Jarrett Allen shows Nets glimpse of what he can become

MIAMI — Nets coach Kenny Atkinson challenged Jarrett Allen to show more aggressiveness and consistency. Saturday in Miami, the younger center gave the former. Now he’s got to develop the...

Barclays Center to host highly anticipated WWE match

It’s the match and opponent that has eluded Shayna Baszler -- until now. The former MMA fighter took part in the first Mae Young Classic tournament in the summer of...

Delta, American Airlines suspend flights to Milan amid coronavirus outbreak

Delta and American Airlines will suspend all US flights to Milan in the wake of an elevated travel warning issued over the spreading coronavirus, the companies announced this weekend. Delta...

Pedophile pastor accused of trying to hire hitman to off church leader, judge

While in prison, Jacob Malone allegedly offered $5,000 for someone to kill Pastor Harold Lee Wiggins, his boss at Calvary Fellowship Church.

Staten Island pol says he was banned from St. Pat's parade for wearing rainbow pin

City Councilman Joseph Borelli says he was "physically blocked" from marching in the Staten Island St. Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday -- because he was wearing a tiny pride pin....

Congregants turn backs on Bloomberg as he speaks at historic Selma church

About ten people shunned the former NYC mayor as he spoke at Selma's historic Brown Chapel AME Church.

NYC wasted money on BQE study because Corey Johnson wants to be mayor

The City Council's decision to have taxpayers shell out $245,000 on an engineering consultant to develop a new vision for fixing a long-deteriorating stretch of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway was a big waste...

Trump admin appointment of immigration czar Ken Cuccinelli illegal, judge says

A federal judge in Washington DC on Sunday ruled that the Trump administration's appointment of Ken Cuccinelli as the acting head of US Citizenship and Immigration Services was illegal —...

Postal worker tests positive for coronavirus in Seattle suburbs

The employee, a woman, works at a package-sorting facility in Federal Way.

Want to succeed? Never be afraid to ask questions

Maybe the team would have gotten it right the first time — that is, if they had paused when the scope of the project changed. Perhaps things would have worked...

NYCFC blanked by Crew in MLS opener after early red card

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Lucas Zelarrayan scored in the 56th minute to lift the Columbus Crew to a 1-0 season-opening win over New York City FC on Sunday. Zelarrayan bounced off...

Trump announces intensified traveler screenings over coronavirus concern

Screenings will be added for travelers coming from Italy, South Korea and elsewhere.

Henrik Lundqvist's first start in a month ends with ugly Rangers loss

Welcome back, this was not. Henrik Lundqvist suffered a hard landing in his first start for the Rangers in almost a month, suffering a 5-3 loss to the Flyers at...

France's Louvre Museum shut down amid spreading coronavirus crisis

The Louvre Museum in France was closed Sunday amid fears that tourists visiting the famed site could infect its employees with the coronavirus. The world's most popular museum shut its...

This is the suspect in brutal Times Square slashing that required 75 stitches

The unhinged attacker is accused of cutting a man’s face after an argument.

St. John's sharpshooting stuns Creighton in blowout win

This time, nothing was left to chance. This time, St. John’s wouldn’t let a final possession or an unlucky bounce determine its fate. This time, coach Mike Anderson’s team didn’t...

'This is nonsense': New Yorkers hate the new ban on plastic bags

"I understand about 'conserve, take care of the environment,' but c'mon!" moaned one Queens resident.

The unknown player Bill Belichick skipped the combine to scout

Not everyone descended upon Indianapolis last week for the NFL Combine. On Tuesday, Middle Tennessee State University posted photos of Bill Belichick working out with defensive end Tyshun Render, with...

Gung-ho private cop pulls gun on NYPD officer, suit claims

The lawsuit claims Sea Gate officers "hold no jurisdiction to stop or effectuate arrests" outside of the gated community.

NYC couple who visited Iran being tested for coronavirus

Iran has reported 978 confirmed cases and 54 deaths.

David Price 'couldn't be happier' after leaving Red Sox

It was a long four years in Boston for David Price, who dealt with ups and downs on the mound with the Red Sox and had clashes with local media....

Investigator for NYC's narcotics prosecutor fired gun in drunken brawl: cops

An investigator for the city’s Special Narcotics Prosecutor allegedly fired his gun at a bar during a drunken brawl in Williamsburg — but was released without bail despite an attempted...

Pecking order: France tells people to stop cheek kissing to prevent coronavirus

The traditional air kiss used when greeting people is known as "la bise."

Ja Morant shouts out Twitter critic after slump-busting win

If you're ever fed up with the Memphis Grizzlies, just tweet about Ja Morant. He'll probably see it. The rookie superstar cited a Twitter post as motivation during the Grizzlies'...

Coronavirus may have been spreading in Washington state for weeks: experts

Washington state's coronavirus outbreak that claimed a life over the weekend suggests that the bug has been spreading there for nearly six weeks, according to experts. Trevor Bedford, an associate...

Take the underdog in battle of elite XFL teams

This is the marquee matchup of XFL Week 4, with the undefeated Houston Roughnecks visiting the Dallas Renegades. The Renegades were the preseason favorites before losing to St. Louis in...

I'm still terrible at job interviews — what else can I do?

I am terrified of job interviews. I can talk to a wall and am very personable but become a different person in interviews, forgetting things, stumbling and mispronouncing words. I’ve...

Surgeon General begs public: 'STOP BUYING MASKS!'

America's top doctor is begging people to stop panic-buying face masks -- fearing a shortage could cause an even bigger medical threat. "Seriously people- STOP BUYING MASKS!" US Surgeon General...

Coronavirus fears send West Coast shoppers into panic

Panicked shoppers have been clearing shelves though fears that they could soon be forced to self-quarantine at home if the coronavirus spreads. Photos on social media show empty shelves and...

Brutally beaten Uber driver is 'wonderful human being,' ex-wife says

The brutally beaten Uber driver is a "wonderful human being" who "would do anything for anybody, even a stranger on the street," his ex-wife says. The 54-year-old former chauffeur for...

Matthew Stafford's wife changes tune on Lions trade rumors

Matthew Stafford isn't going anywhere, according to wife Kelly. Taking to Instagram on Saturday, the mother of three -- who previously fanned the flames of Lions trade rumors -- made...

Biden downplays Super Tuesday expectations after South Carolina win

Fresh off his resounding win in the South Carolina primary, former Vice President Joe Biden downplayed expectations that his campaign must do well on Super Tuesday by saying there are...

SNL takes aim at de Blasio in musical skit skewering LaGuardia

Fan-favorite Kate McKinnon came out dressed as Orphan Annie to sum up the feelings of most fed-up New Yorkers.

Australia confirms first death from coronavirus

Australia reported the country's first death of the coronavirus was a former passenger of the quarantined Diamond Princess cruise. The 78-year-old man died early Sunday in the intensive care unit...

Pence: 'There's no question' US will have more coronavirus cases

Pence also said "it is possible'' other Americans will die from the virus.

Coughing Pope Francis won't attend week-long spiritual retreat

A coughing Pope Francis said Sunday that "unfortunately a cold" will prevent him from participating in a week-long spiritual retreat. The 83-year-old pontiff paused twice to cough while addressing thousands...

Rhode Island patient tests positive for the coronavirus after traveling to Italy

Rhode Island announced Sunday that a patient has tested positive for the coronavirus, marking the first possible case in the state. The Department of Health said the case, a person...

Reusable bags to buy before the NYC plastic bag ban

That plastic bag is so passé. Back in March, New York became the third state to ban the distribution of single-use plastic shopping bags to consumers in order to reduce...

Sanders campaign raised massive $46.5 million in February

The Democratic presidential campaign of Sen. Bernie Sanders announced Sunday that it has raised $46.5 million during February from 2.2 million donations. The haul, the best fundraising month of the...

Miss Staten Island banned from St. Pat's parade after coming out still shows up

Parade organizers purportedly said Madison L’Insalata couldn't march "for safety reasons."

Trump goads Steyer to 'go away' after dropping out of 2020 race

President Trump needled Tom Steyer for dropping out of the Democratic presidential race, urging the billionaire business to take whatever money he has left and "go away." "Tom Steyer who,...

Bet this surging Big East team before market catches up

St. John’s continues to stumble to the finish line of what’s turned out to be a disappointing college basketball season. Wednesday, the Red Storm did manage to cover a point...

Terrifying house fire nearly engulfs child sleeping on couch

Smoke alarms save lives. This family barely made it out when a massive fire broke out in their Joplin, Missouri, home. Video of the terrifying blaze shows a young girl...

10 pre-loved desktop computers you can get for a bargain

Sure, your laptop or tablet is sufficient for practically all of your computer needs. Heck, even your smartphone can perform most of your daily tasks. But for those on the...

These discounted beauty essentials are on Oprah’s list of favorite things

Oprah’s got the Midas touch. Whatever she comes in contact with pretty much turns into gold. The beloved TV host is known to have an eye for unique, cop-worthy products,...

Chihuahua adopts baby raccoons as her own

This dog has an unusual litter. Watch as four baby raccoons, called kits or cubs, snuggle up to a maternal pet Chihuahua in San José, Costa Rica. The raccoons lost...

Clint Frazier continues to press his case

TAMPA — Clint Frazier’s bid for a Yankees' big league roster spot continued to strengthen Saturday when he went 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI against the Red Sox...

ESPN hires another Hall of Famer for its baseball booth

He's not joining Alex Rodriguez in the booth, but another iconic slugger will be analyzing games for ESPN. ESPN has hired Chipper Jones to broadcast 20 games as a color...

Yankees' young left-hander strengthens grip on rotation spot

TAMPA — Jordan Montgomery entered Saturday’s game against the Red Sox in Fort Myers as the favorite to be Aaron Boone’s fourth starter in a rotation that will be without...

The case for bringing Carmelo Anthony back to Knicks

The prospect of Carmelo Anthony returning to Madison Square Garden to play for the Knicks again is turning from a whisper into a conversation — with Anthony doing nothing to...

US coronavirus cases jump to 71, West Coast is hardest hit

The number of coronavirus cases in the US stood at 71 early Sunday, according to the Center for Disease Control officials. The majority of those cases -- 44 -- were...

Possible Giants draft stud wows at NFL Combine

INDIANAPOLIS — Speed continues to be all the rage at the NFL scouting combine. And on Saturday, it was the defensive players putting on a track meet. Linebacker Isaiah Simmons,...

Mets starter on following an opener: 'It's definitely intriguing

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Steven Matz is an old-school guy when it comes to pitching roles: Starters start and relievers relieve. As the Mets consider various scenarios for their...

Guardians snag much-needed win thanks to new quarterback

The New York Guardians needed a win in the worst way, and they got it with a new quarterback. Former Rams quarterback Luis Perez, who started in place of the...

The new stopper eases the pain of recent Yankees setbacks

TAMPA — Every day, there arrives a fresh batch of obstacles designed to break the Yankees’ gait toward 110 victories: Luis Severino’s elbow. Giancarlo Stanton’s calf. James Paxton’s back. Saturday,...

NJ patient tests negative for coronavirus -- Tri-state area still has no confirmed cases

New Jersey's only suspected coronavirus patient has tested negative, leaving no confirmed cases of the deadly virus in the East Coast by early Sunday. The Jersey patient had been in...

The Henrik Lundqvist playing time mystery grows for Rangers

This question isn’t going away for the rest of the season: When are the Rangers going to start Henrik Lundqvist? Following the broken rib suffered by Igor Shesterkin in a...

Who's better, Jacob deGrom or Gerrit Cole? 32 MLB experts weigh in

It is, as one executive from a National League team noted, “like asking someone to choose between Ali and Tyson in their primes.” That didn’t stop The Post from asking,...

Nets guard guts it out despite hand injury

MIAMI — For the Nets, it’s all hands on deck — even injured hands. Caris LeVert gutted his way through a contusion, saying if he could grip the ball, he...

AEW has new face as Revolution misses chance to be great

Jon Moxley took the next step in his rise to the top of the wrestling world. The former WWE star, who left the company last April, pinned Chris Jericho to...

Meghan Markle reportedly trying to land role in Hollywood blockbusters

She’s traded in the Windsors for Hollywood royalty. Meghan Markle is trying to get back into acting and is searching for roles in a blockbuster superhero flick, the Daily Mail...

'We're alive!': Joe Biden celebrates campaign-saving, primary win

"We're alive!" a victorious Joe Biden told a cheering crowd of supporters after his decisive, campaign-saving win in Saturday's South Carolina primaries. "Thanks to you, the heart of the Democratic...