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…
The girlfriend of former NHL player Brendan Lemieux, Brookie, reacted to the shocking death of his father, hockey icon Claude Lemieux. “We love you so,” Brookie shared via her Instagram Story on Thursday, May 28, alongside a photo of Claude holding Brookie and Brendan’s son, Luc, who was born in…
A phenomenon that was thought to be impossible on Mars is squeezing the Red Planet’s atmosphere like toothpaste from a tube, a new study finds. The surprising discovery, uncovered by a NASA spacecraft during a powerful solar storm, could change how we think of dangerous space weather throughout the solar…
Research now shows that mosquitoes may bite the hand that feeds them Deet — at least in time. The commonly used chemical — which is the gold standard ingredient approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to act as a mosquito repellent — has recently been shown to potentially attract…
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This week on Legally Us, Rachael Bennett, a certified family law specialist and senior attorney at Sullivan Law & Associates, breaks down Teen Mom alum Ryan Edwards’ wife Amanda Conner’s arrest and DUI charge. On Sunday, May 24, TMZ cited a spokesperson for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Jail in…
Visitors to New York City can brace for even stiffer hotel bills and skimpier services starting in July when a new hotel labor contract goes into effect, industry experts told The Post. The new contract — which follows hard-knuckle negotiations ahead of next month’s World Cup festivities coming to New…
On March 10, the U.S. and Israel bombed Iran’s capital of Tehran so heavily, one resident described the city as “the last stop before hell.”Buildings shook and windows shattered as missiles struck oil and weapons development facilities in Tehran, which is home to nearly 10 million people. The World Health…
Sports Illustrated laid off more of its longtime writers Friday, a move that saw some of its biggest remaining names cut from the masthead. The layoffs counted around 10-15 people, according to Front Office Sports, with columnist Mike Rosenberg, NFL writer Greg Bishop and MLB writer Stephanie Apstein among them.…
Larsa Pippen‘s son got emotional about how his mother’s dating life — and rumors of an alleged affair — affected his life. During the fourth and sixth episodes of Netflix’s Calabasas Confidential, which premiered on Friday, May 29, Preston Pippen, whom Larsa shares with ex-husband Scottie Pippen, brought up his…
WASHINGTON — Former Attorney General Pam Bondi told House lawmakers Friday that socialite and convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell should “die in prison.” Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon told The Post following Bondi’s four-hour transcribed interview before the House Oversight Committee that the 60-year-old also declared twice that Maxwell, the…
Paramount Skydance officials were recently deposed by the Trump administration’s antitrust cops as the media giant pushes for quick regulatory approval of its $81 billion deal to purchase Warner Bros. Discovery, On The Money has learned. The powwow on the merger – which has raised hackles with left-wing media types…
Imagine receiving a test result that tells you your body is biologically five years older than your chronological age. You exercise regularly, get good sleep, eat healthy meals and have a happy personal life. What have you been doing wrong? Can this test be trusted?Dozens of companies are marketing products…
Finally, a new use for temporary tattoos beyond kiddie goodie bags. A team of Canadian researchers says it has developed a temporary “smart tattoo” to spot melanomas before they’re visible — and life-threatening. Published last week in Nature Sensors, the new study evaluated the efficacy of SMEAR-ULM, which measures temperature…
Lionel Messi’s World Cup status has been put into question. The entire soccer fandom held its breath Sunday as the Argentinian superstar had to be subbed off in the 79th minute of his latest game with MLS’ Inter Miami. The initial report was “muscle fatigue in his left hamstring.” Argentinian…
Brandi Glanville‘s surprise appearance on Calabasas Confidential came with her oversharing about her son’s sex life. During the fourth episode of the Netflix show, which premiered on Friday, May 29, Emilie Nelson spent time with her friend Mason Cibrian — and his mother. Their sit-down started with Emilie and Brandi,…
Vice President Kamala Harris acted like a “courtroom prosecutor” in her insistence that President Joe Biden immediately endorse her for the 2024 Democratic nomination after he abruptly ended his bid for a second term, former first lady Jill Biden writes in her forthcoming memoir. In “View from the East Wing,”…
A former local TV news anchor watched her home go up in flames as firefighters battled a massive blaze that could be seen from miles away. Former WOOD TV8 anchor Michele DeSelms lost her home in a fire that tore through the residence in Plainfield Township, Mich., according to WOOD-TV.…
Scientists in Japan have discovered a way to transmit data at a speed of 112 gigabits per second (Gbps) at a specific spectrum band that’s vital for the build-out of next-generation 6G wireless networks.To achieve this breakthrough, the researchers developed a new kind of terahertz wireless communication system driven by…
The Islanders hired longtime OHL coach and former NHL defenseman Jay McKee to lead their new AHL club in Hamilton, Ont. After spending over a decade coaching in the Canadian junior league, McKee returns to the AHL to spearhead the newly-named Hamilton Hammers in their first season of existence in…
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