Gov. Kathy Hochul has quietly extended a pilot program providing free healthcare to sex workers – with taxpayers footing the nearly $2.5 million bill. The state Health Department in 2023 awarded $1 million in public funds to two contractors as part of Hochul’s plan to help the “world’s oldest profession,” but new documents reviewed by The Post show the program extending through June 2028, with $1.5 million more in costs. Under the initiative, sex workers in NYC and the Buffalo area will continue to receive primary, sexual, behavioral, and dental care. Critics bashed the hooker healthcare program — which…
For most people, a minor cut or scrape is no big deal — the body heals itself quickly, and antibiotics can deal with any infections. But some wounds, such as severe burns and diabetic ulcers, are prone to bacterial infections that can become resistant to antibiotics.”Diabetic wounds are very difficult…
Living in Vermont, science and nature writer Rowan Jacobsen noticed the effects the seasons had on him. Summers were gorgeous, but the grey winters were brutal and left him lagging. “I felt as if my cells didn’t work,” he writes in his new book, “In Defense of Sunlight, The Surprising…
Jalen Brunson’s “SVU” dream is alive and well. The Knicks star capped off his NBA Finals MVP performance by saying afterward that he wanted to nab a guest star role on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” alongside his friend Mariska Hargitay. And while the actor is a huge fan…
Adrienne Bailon-Houghton had a pretty wild first exposure to show business: Touring with ‘NSync! That feat would be overwhelming for anyone, but it was doubly so for Bailon-Houghton, 42, as she had never even attended a concert before, let alone performed in one. That’s just one of the fun facts…
The Celtics would love to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, but it’s not going to be that easy. Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam said previously that the team would like to have the superstar’s future resolved before the NBA draft, which is now just three days away. And while the Celtics are interested…
Million Dollar Nannies introduced viewers to former Kardashian nanny Leah Barrs, who quickly found herself at the center of a scandal after she revealed she previously slept with a dad who hired her to watch his child. The show, which is streaming now on Hulu, follows a young group of…
These potential future presidents are already demonstrating the art of the stall. Rising political stars in Congress — who have an eye on a White House run in 2028 — are putting off filing the mandatory annual disclosures of their financial worth. Among them are Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), the…
The path cleared for the Knicks, and they took full advantage. In winning the Eastern Conference (en route to winning the championship), they did not have to beat the No. 1 seeded Pistons — who owned them in the regular season — or the No. 2 seeded Celtics. The Pacers,…
If you have plans to go out this weekend, you should probably cancel them. There’s a good reason why – Netflix, HBO Max and other streamers just dropped hours and hours of high-quality shows. Watch With Us are huge fans of George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones books, so it’s…
CHICAGO — One of the people who helped design the towering Barack Obama Presidential Center in Chicago’s South Side told Fox News Digital that boldness was the 44th president’s goal in the construction of what has become a polarizing finished product. “The architects knew with the client that they wanted to do…
X marks the spot — and scientists have finally drawn the map. For nearly three decades, researchers have had a detailed understanding of the nerve network that makes up the penis. But when it came to the organ responsible for female pleasure, they were largely flying blind. Now, a groundbreaking…
Many soccer fans around the world feel like the Netherlands missed its golden opportunity to win a World Cup, as some of the greatest players in the country’s history (such as Arjen Robben and Robin van Persie) have now retired. However, the squad that the Netherlands brought to the 2026…
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Pets form an important part of many people’s lives, providing meaningful companionship. However, our pets can sometimes also be a source of unwelcome pathogens and diseases, particularly if they frequently roam outdoors.We are ecologists and a veterinarian who study wildlife health and the movement of pathogens among wildlife, domestic animals…
CHICAGO — Rebecca Allen met Han Xu when she was 19. Han had just arrived in New York after the Liberty picked her No. 14 overall in the 2019 WNBA draft. The situation Han was stepping into would be tough for anyone. At such a young age, she moved nearly 7,000…
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. Buckle in for takeoff in Houston on Saturday. Sweden and the Netherlands meet at NRG Stadium on Matchday 2, both riding highs off their…
In the search to find love, the Islanders on Love Island USA are often forced to depart the villa after failing to make a lasting connection. Love Island USA follows a group of singles who must pair off in order to stay in the show’s luxury villa. The contestants —…
Summer is here, and just as we are shedding layers and welcoming the sunshine, insects are lining up to feast on our flesh. While ticks and the scary diseases they carry are among the most fearsome of warm-weather insects, another tiny pest is making a meal out of mankind in…
The 2026 NBA Draft is on the horizon, bringing one of the most significant dates on the league’s calendar. Childhood dreams of making it to the NBA will be achieved. Teams will turn draft assets into tangible players who they hope will contribute to winning in the short- and long-term…
Ivanka Trump is embracing her post-White House chapter by giving a rare glimpse of her bikini body. After stepping away from politics, Ivanka, 44, showed followers a peek into her sun-soaked lifestyle via Instagram on Friday, June 19, sharing a carousel of photos that showcased everything from tropical scenery to…
This week’s science news was filled with things missing and found, with the revelation of the first-ever deep-sea footage of the elusive goblin shark making waves in the press.Goblin sharks (Mitsukurina owstoni) are mysterious, deepwater creatures that have not changed much since they first appeared on Earth 125 million years…
Each week, The California Post will power rank MLB’s 30 teams and check in on one intriguing awards race. Here is this week’s edition (records through Saturday morning): 1) Dodgers (49-27)The Dodgers have climbed back to No. 1 in both these power rankings and MLB’s win total. It has hardly…
Costco’s gas stations saw a surge in demand in the most recent quarter as consumers sought out its low-priced gasoline, which helped the company top the market expectations for its third-quarter sales. Costco CEO Ron Vachris noted the “backdrop of ongoing macro uncertainty” has consumers searching out affordable options given the…
If you don’t have any idea what to do about the Mets and their gosh-awful start, feel better. There’s no evidence they have much of a clue what to do, either. The Mets on Friday removed struggling David Peterson from his role as sometime starter and occasional follower of an…
Halle Berry showed support for Gayle King after the CBS Mornings host’s ex-husband apologized for having an affair nearly 40 years ago, in addition to reflecting on a cheating scandal in one of her own past marriages. “I think we should talk about [infidelity]. Absolutely,” Berry, 59, said on the…
WASHINGTON — Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) became the latest member of Congress to announce her retirement during a new interview published Friday after having furiously denied talk of her stepping down as a “crazy rumor.” The 83-year-old congresswoman told the Miami Herald it was “time” to leave office and that…
American travelers could be facing one of the most expensive summers for European vacations ever as airlines slash thousands of flights, add surcharges to transatlantic routes and hike prices. It all comes down to Europe’s jet fuel supply, about 40% of which passes through the Strait of Hormuz. The crucial…
What seemed like a simple stretch has landed Marlins pitcher Eury Perez on the injured list for the foreseeable future. The Marlins announced Friday that they placed Perez, 23, on the 15-day injured list with a right gracilis strain, and the right-hander is expected to miss at least eight weeks,…
Off Campus has dealt with some discourse surrounding onscreen age gaps between the stars — but how old is each cast member? Based on the Off-Campus book series by Elle Kennedy, the show follows an elite ice hockey team and the women in their lives as they “grapple with love,…
President Trump declared Friday that he has “no interest in continuing” to oversee operations and renovations at the Kennedy Center – and will move to transfer those responsibilities to Congress – after a federal judge ordered his name to be removed from the performing arts venue. “Shockingly, a Judge appointed…
The Trump administration and “Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary claimed anti-data center sentiments across the US are being fueled by a Chinese propaganda campaign. O’Leary — whose 40,000-acre data center plans outside Salt Lake City have been met with protests — claimed in a Monday video that “nefarious accounts out…
Archaeologists working in a 14th-century monastery in Barcelona were surprised to find 25 skeletons when they opened eight graves — including the remains of a medieval queen.Seven centuries after Queen Elisenda of Montcada, the wife of James II of Aragon and Valencia, founded the Royal Monastery of Santa Maria Pedralbes…
A promising new drug could put an end to cumbersome CPAP machines and allow millions of Americans to breathe easy and sleep soundly. Researchers at the biopharm company Apnimed have been developing a sleep apnea drug called AD109. After various clinical trials, they are preparing to file for FDA approval. “A pill for…
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. It’s Friday night, so it’s time for another Friday Night Baseball doubleheader on Apple TV. Tonight’s second game will be live from Los Angeles, where…
Alaskan Bush People star Matt Brown‘s family is worried that he is dead as the police search for an unidentified man in the area. Matt’s brother Bear Brown took to TikTok on Thursday, May 29, to address witnesses who claimed Matt, 43, was seen near a river. The unidentified people…
WASHINGTON — Dem ex-North Carolina Gov. and current Senate candidate Roy Cooper previously doled out plum state positions to a dark-money-group honcho, his kin and staffers, records show. Moving NC Forward — which formed in 2017 as a nonprofit that can advocate on issues but doesn’t have to provide donor…
Prices at gas pumps are starting to sink and oil is on track to drop 20% in May — its largest one-month decline since 2020 — as investors remain optimistic that a deal to end the Iran war is near. As of Friday, national average gasoline prices had eased to…
When Mike Scioscia agreed to attend former Dodgers teammate Orel Hershiser’s ceremony for his new car dealership in Chino, he didn’t expect to get booed. Standing next to Hershiser during the ceremony, the speaker at the podium mentioned how their district is “most of Orange County and represents the Angels.”…
An elderly Florida man has been arrested for exposing himself around his apartment complex, arguing that it was his “right to walk around naked.” Tyrone James Causey was charged with five counts of indecent exposure at his apartment building in Hollywood, Florida, on May 22, according to 10 Local News.…
A judge on Friday ordered the removal of President Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, ruling that the iconic Washington venue cannot be renamed without an act of Congress. U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper in Washington directed the Trump administration to take down all physical…
President Trump’s top Wall Street cop moved Friday to kill a sweeping Biden-era climate rule that would force US firms to report on global warming risks and their own greenhouse gas emissions. Paul Atkins, the chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, blasted the climate change disclosure regulation as growth-strangling…
Luka Doncic is bringing basketball back to Rome. The Lakers superstar is part of an investment group, which is led by former Mavericks executive Donnie Nelson, that purchased professional basketball club Vanoli Cremona of Italy’s top-division Lega Basket Serie A. As part of the deal, new ownership announced the team…
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