Graham Platner’s first accuser blasts NY Times after rape claim against Dem Senate candidate

WASHINGTON — The first woman to publicly accuse Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner of abuse and other violent behavior excoriated the New York Times Tuesday for its reporting of her claims, alleging the Gray Lady played up her story and political views to boost the Platner campaign. Lyndsey Fifield, who told the outlet that Platner twisted her arm behind her back and locked her in a room against her will, among other physical acts of aggression, charged in a lengthy X post that Times reporters Katie Glueck and Lisa Lerer declined to speak to people best-placed to corroborate her…

Shohei Ohtani hits 299th career home run as Dodgers down Rockies

Another milestone is within Shohei Ohtani’s reach. Ohtani’s next home run will be his 300th in the major leagues. No. 299 came in a wild 11-inning, 8-7 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night — the Dodgers’ first extra-inning game of the season. The game had everything. A middle-inning…

Belgium exposed the defensive cracks USMNT showed all World Cup long

SEATTLE — The United States men’s national team finally showed the cracks along the fault lines that had been there from the beginning. Their vulnerable defense that bent through friendlies, shined and survived in the group stage, and escaped against Bosnia and Herzegovina, finally fractured Monday night. “Today wasn’t a…

Nikola Jokic sets record straight on Nuggets contract rumors

Don’t worry Nuggets fans, Nikola Jokic isn’t saying goodbye anytime soon.  Following a FIBA World Cup qualifying game Monday, the Serbian star reaffirmed his desire to extend his contract and finish his career with the Nuggets, though he plans to wait to sign his deal.  “My idea and desire is…

Bears’ Caleb Williams gifts Chicago-native Pope Leo XIV autographed jersey

Pope Leo XIV’s closet keeps getting more full with Chicago sports gear.  This time, Bears quarterback Caleb Williams sent an autographed jersey to Leo, a Chicago native and the first American-born pope in the history of the Catholic Church.  Gifted by Williams’ Caleb Cares foundation, the jersey was presented to…

House passes 10-day renewal of government’s foreign spy powers

WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives unanimously approved a 10-day renewal of the federal government’s foreign spying authority in the early hours of Friday morning, after more than a dozen privacy-minded Republicans voted to kill a measure extending the powers for years more. Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance…

A topical acne drug might be the next big thing in treating hair loss

A common acne medication may do more than clear skin. In a late-stage clinical trial, a higher concentration of it helped men with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) regrow and retain hair, with effects lasting over a year. “This is highly encouraging news for the millions of men affected by pattern hair…

2026 Stanley Cup odds: The Avalanche enter the playoffs as the favorite

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. The Colorado Avalanche have been the favorite to win the Stanley Cup for essentially the entire season. The Avs were part of a pack…

Dow surges, oil drops nearly 10% after Iran opens Strait of Hormuz

Stocks surged as oil prices plunged sharply on Friday, with US crude for May delivery falling 9.8% to $85.37 a barrel after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz “completely open.” The oil selloff came as a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon raised hopes that disrupted supply could return to market,…

Trump vows answers on 10 ‘missing’ scientists: ‘I hope it’s random’

WASHINGTON — President Trump declared Thursday that his administration will have an answer within the next few days to questions about 10 scientists who have mysteriously died or disappeared over the past three years. Theories about the scientists have spread online, but there is no known evidence of a connection between those deaths and disappearances. “I hope it’s random, but we’re…

Beyond the memes: Understanding the unique roles of gold and Bitcoin

New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Inflation panic has a very specific vibe.  On cable news, trustworthy-sounding anchors try to sell you gold coins for your IRA. On YouTube, guys with laser eyes in their…

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