Exclusive | NYC Council: Mamdani must seize private property to save Manhattan Underground Railroad site

A bipartisan majority of NYC Council members is demanding Mayor Zohran Mamdani seize privately owned property in order to save a piece of Manhattan history tied to the Underground Railroad, The Post has learned. Councilman Harvey Epstein (D-Manhattan) fired off a letter Tuesday to Mamdani signed by 31 other members urging the mayor to work with the Council to use the city’s eminent domain powers to block a proposal to build a 100-foot-high commercial building next door to the Merchant’s House Museum in NoHo, where a secret passageway used to smuggle slaves to freedom was discovered in February. Experts say…

Science news this week: El Niño arrives, the Artemis III crew are revealed, a ‘cold blob’ expands across the Atlantic, and a forgotten note from Richard Feynman gets deciphered

This week’s science news was awash with alarming updates from the world’s oceans, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration declaring the official onset of El Niño.El Niño is the warm phase of a multiyear natural climate pattern in the Pacific Ocean that supercharges temperatures across the globe, and this…

Jamien Sherwood committed to fixing what derailed his Jets season

Jamien Sherwood entered last season armed with a new contract, a new coach and a new role.  The Jets gave Sherwood a three-year, $45 million deal in March 2025, a show of faith from new coach Aaron Glenn that he believed Sherwood could be at the center of his defense…

Has all the water on Earth been peed before?

As water molecules move around the planet through the water cycle, they take on many forms, moving from solid to liquid to gas and back again. They can make up snowpacks melting in the spring, a river rushing to the ocean, clouds carried on sea breezes, and even pee flushed…

Tobias Myers closing in on Mets return but role remains up in air

Tobias Myers is close to rejoining the Mets, but it won’t be as a fully stretched out starting pitcher. The right-hander was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse two weeks ago, at which time team officials indicated Myers could be lengthened into a starter. In his most recent outing on Thursday, he…

Trump’s name removal from Kennedy Center pushed to Saturday due to thunderstorms

The Trump administration on Friday said in a filing the removal of President Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has been delayed due to bad weather which may pose safety concerns for workers and expected it to be completed early on Saturday. Earlier in the day, a federal judge in Washington declined a…

Mets’ Nolan McLean lasts just four innings as rookie’s woes continue

After a three-up, three-down first inning, Nolan McLean’s recent control struggles continued in the Mets’ 7-5 win over the Braves on Friday night at Citi Field. The right-handed pitcher lasted just four innings, allowing three hits, two earned runs, and four walks. He threw 93 pitches. The 24-year-old once again…

Footwear Fit Problems May Affect More People Than Expected

A study conducted in March 2026 found considerable variation between foot measurements and the dimensions used in traditional shoe sizing. Researchers suggest this mismatch may contribute to common fit and comfort issues experienced by consumers. The research also identified differences between left and right feet, which can make finding suitable…

Tren De Aragua leader killed in US airstrike, Trump says 

US forces killed the leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua in an airstrike, President Trump announced Friday.  “At my direction, the United States Southern Command delivered a swift and lethal kinetic strike to successfully execute Niño Guerrero, the infamous leader of Tren De Aragua, one of the most bloodthirsty…

Why tech billionaires no longer want flight attendants on their private jets

New tech billionaires buying Gulfstreams are ditching flight attendants for a utilitarian approach. They view private jets as transportation, not luxury, opting for fast food to avoid conspicuous consumption. This contrasts with Wall Street and Hollywood’s lavish private flights and charter jet requirements. A new wave of tech billionaires —…

John Bolton set to plead guilty in classified documents case: report

Former national security adviser John Bolton will plead guilty to unlawfully retaining classified information while working in President Trump’s first administration, CNN reported Thursday. Bolton, 77, was indicted in October 2025 on 18 counts of illegally hoarding or sending sensitive information. Reps for Bolton and the Justice Department did not…

Yankees vs. Guardians odds, prediction: MLB picks, best bets Thursday

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. Some afternoon baseball is on tap for a light sports schedule on Thursday. Carlos Rodon is expected to match up with Slade Cecconi as…

Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 70AZ review

The best beginner telescopes need to strike the perfect balance between being user-friendly and affordable, yet still good enough to avoid being a waste of time, money and effort. There’s no point buying a cheap telescope only to end up using it once and then immediately wanting to upgrade, but…

Trump announces Todd Blanche will become ‘permanent’ attorney general

President Trump announced Wednesday evening that he plans to nominate Todd Blanche, his onetime personal lawyer, to serve as attorney general.  Blanche has been the acting head of the Justice Department since April 2, when Trump elevated him from his deputy attorney general post after firing Pam Bondi.  White House…

Jalen Brunson shows he’s perfect closer — no matter the stage

SAN ANTONIO — Death. Taxes. Jalen Brunson down the stretch. There was never a doubt, of course, because Brunson long ago demonstrated the composure of a Shaolin Monk when the pressure picks up (yes, that’s a shot at Victor Wembanyama). But in case there were any concerns about a new…

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