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Israeli Tech Guru Hillel Fuld Mistakenly Declared Dead After NJ Cousin With Same Name Killed
Prominent Israeli tech guru Hillel Fuld is assuring his followers he’s alive after a hit-and-run crash on Long Island killed his New Jersey relative bearing the same name. In a tragic case of mistaken identity, the incident initially sparked a wave of grief online when a news outlet erroneously reported that Fuld had been killed by a driver who fled the scene in Wyandanch on Friday, June 13, as Daily Voice reported. Taking to social media Tuesday, June 17, Fuld–a well-known Israeli tech influencer, startup mentor, and vlogger–clarified that he is alive and that the victim was actually his c…
Business
Kraft Heinz Says It Will Stop Using Artificial Colors In All Food Products
The maker of Kraft Mac & Cheese and Heinz ketchup says it’s phasing out all artificial colors from its US products, and halting any new ones that use them, effective immediately. Kraft Heinz, one of the largest food and beverage companies in the country, announced Tuesday, June 17, that it will eliminate the remaining FD&C (Food, Drug & Cosmetic) artificial dyes from its US product portfolio by the end of 2027. Already, nearly 90 percent of its domestic products are free of such colors. The move comes as part of what the company called a long-term effort to reformulate recipes a…
Business
Streaming Passes Traditional TV Viewing For First Time, Nielsen Says: Here's How
Streaming has officially overtaken traditional TV. In a record-setting month, streaming accounted for 44.8% of all television use in May, outpacing the combined share of cable and broadcast for the first time. The data came from Nielsen's monthly report of The Gauge, released on Tuesday, June 17. Broadcast TV made up 20.1% of total usage, while cable came in at 24.1%. The total of 44.2% was slightly behind streaming for the first time since Nielsen began tracking in May 2021. The shift reflects a dramatic rise in streaming over the past four years, with streaming usage jumpi…
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: ICE Arrests NYC Mayoral Hopeful Brad Lander In Clash At Immigration Court
New York City Comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by immigration authorities during a dramatic encounter at an immigration court in Manhattan on Tuesday, June 18, his campaign confirmed. Video from the scene shows Lander confronting federal agents as they attempted to take a man into custody near 26 Federal Plaza. In the footage, Lander is seen clutching the man’s shoulder and repeatedly demanding to see a judicial warrant. Hi, this is Meg Barnette, Brad's wife. While escorting a defendant out of immigration court at 26 Federal Plaza, Brad... Posted by …
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$1M Lottery Jackpot: Randolph Woman Beams Dreaming Of Beamers
A Randolph woman has her eyes on four or maybe eight new tires after she collected a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery. Michelle Ross won the payday playing the new “100X,” the $10 scratch-off ticket that went on sale Tuesday, June 10. Ross chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the full amount over 20 years. She plans to use the winning to buy a new car for herself and one for her husband. Ross bought the ticket at 7-Eleven, 1453 Commercial St. in East Weymouth. The store will ge…
Business
JetBlue Cutting Flights, Delaying Upgrades As Travel Demand Slumps: Report
JetBlue Airways is cutting more flights and scaling back investments as the airline industry struggles with declining demand, according to a report. JetBlue will reduce off-peak flying and trim unprofitable routes, according to an internal memo from CEO Joanna Geraghty obtained by CNBC on Tuesday, June 17. The New York City-based carrier will park four Airbus A320 jets it originally planned to update with new interiors, while upgrades for six others remain on track for 2026. The airline is also reevaluating hiring plans, may consolidate leadership roles, and could limit corpo…
Business
Retail Sales Fall Sharply As Trump Tariffs Hurt Consumer Spending In May
US retail sales fell more than expected in May as consumers pulled back on spending amid rising economic anxiety fueled by President Donald Trump's tariffs. Seasonally adjusted sales dropped 0.9% in May to $715.4 billion, the US Census Bureau said on Tuesday, June 17. That was even worse than the 0.6% decline forecasted by the Dow Jones consensus, CNBC reported. The tumble followed a downward revision for April, which is now listed as a 0.1% decrease. Compared to last May, sales were up 3.3%, but momentum appears to be slowing. The steepest decline came from a…
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Terry Moran Says 'It Wasn't A Drunk Tweet' In First Interview After ABC Ouster
A week after his ouster from ABC News, Terry Moran is speaking about the incident that sparked the network's move. On Friday, June 10, ABC said it would not be renewing the contract of the 65-year-old anchor and senior national correspondent after Moran called deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller a “world-class hater" in a post on X three days earlier. The comment was deleted a short time later. In his first interview since the incident, Moran told The New York Times that, "It wasn’t a drunk tweet." Moran said that while walking his dog, he "was thinking about our country, and what’s happe…
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Does Jenna Bush Hager Hate The Haircut She Got Live On '
Today
' Show? We Have Yet To See It
Jenna Bush Hager promised she’d go bob — and on Monday’s episode of "TODAY with Jenna and Friends," she delivered. But fans hoping to catch a glimpse of her dramatic new ’do? Totally out of luck. The "TODAY" host got the on-air chop from Chris McMillan, the celebrity stylist behind iconic looks like "The Rachel" (Jennifer Aniston), Michelle Williams, and Jessica Biel. Her inspo? Leslie Bibb’s ultra-blunt bob on "The White Lotus." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Leslie Bibb (@lesliebibb) Still, it wasn’t an easy deci…
Business
Chase Boosts Sapphire Reserve Perks, Hikes Annual Fee To $795: Here's What You Get
Chase is taking its Sapphire Reserve card to a new level as it competes with American Express for luxury credit cardholders. The refreshed Chase Sapphire Reserve card was officially unveiled on Tuesday, June 17. The banking giant also announced the launch of the new Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business card. Both cards will officially be available on Sunday, June 23. While they're promoting at least $2,500 in annual perks, the cards have a steep $795 annual fee. That fee is 45% higher than when Sapphine Reserve first launched in 2016, CNBC reported. "The new Sapphire Reserv…
Lifestyle
Is Real Love Dead? Here's Percentage Of Americans Who Say Yes
Is romance on life support? A new survey says a growing number of Americans think so. Nearly 30 percent of adults believe real love is a thing of the past — and a majority say they’ve actively stepped back from dating or physical intimacy as a result. In the nationally representative survey of 2,000 adults, 24 percent said they want a break from sex, with reasons ranging from a desire for emotional closeness to needing time to reconnect with their own needs. A full 52 percent say they’ve previously taken an extended “sex sabbatical,” averaging about six months. Of those who stepped …
Business
Busch Light Drops Newest Flavor For Summer: Here's What It Tastes Like
Busch Light is trying to recapture the popularity of its fruit-flavored beers with a new flavor in time for the summer. Anheuser-Busch announced the release of Busch Light Lime on Monday, June 16. The beer will be available for a limited time in 25 states, including Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The lime-flavored lager is described as crisp and smooth, with a sweet front and a clean finish. It joins a roster of other fruit-based beers like apple and peach. Busch Light Apple was a huge success for the brand before the beer was discontinued in 2022,…
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Some Storms Could Turn Severe During Unsettled Stretch: Here's Timing
The arrival of an unsettled weather pattern will be marked by rounds of showers and thunderstorms as high humidity fuels a soggy setup this week. With the official start of astronomical summer on Friday, June 20, a surge of heat is expected to collide with persistent wet conditions, according to AccuWeather meteorologists. Rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected over the next five to seven days, with potential downpours that could lead to flash flooding in already saturated areas. (See the first image above.) "In some cases, the downpours can persist and be so intense as to l…
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Travel Alert: Don’t Make These Airport Mistakes, TSA Says
Think twice before you plug in or log on at the airport. Travelers who rely on free Wi-Fi or public charging stations could be putting their personal data at serious risk, federal officials say. In a warning aimed at cyber-safety during peak travel season, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) flagged two common behaviors that could make travelers targets for hackers: Avoid USB charging stations. Hackers can install malware at public ports — a method known as “juice jacking” or “port jacking.” Instead, use a TSA-compliant power bank or wall charger. Don’t trust public Wi-Fi. Ne…
Business
Major Home Goods Chain Declares Bankruptcy, Blames Trump Tariffs: See List Of Closing NJ Stores
A popular home goods retailer is declaring bankruptcy, citing President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs and a significant drop in consumer spending. At Home has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the Dallas-area company announced on Monday, June 16. The retailer said it reached a deal with lenders to eliminate nearly $2 billion in debt and receive a $200 million capital infusion. The move will allow At Home to continue operating during the court-supervised restructuring process. "We are continuing to offer the home furnishing pairings that customers expect to find at our store…
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$5.6M Multi-State Fraud Scheme With 1K+ Stolen IDs Lands Pennsylvania Man Federal Charges: DOJ
A Pennsylvania man is accused of stealing over $5.6 million in pandemic aid using more than 1,000 stolen or fake identities, federal prosecutors announced on Monday, June 16. Adepoju Babatunde Salako, 32, has been indicted in Colorado on multiple federal charges after allegedly orchestrating a nationwide COVID-19 benefits scam, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado. Salako faces six counts of wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering, and four counts of aggravated identity theft, according to t…
Business
Hidden Risk Prompts Recall For Apricots Sold In MA
A dried fruit product sold in 19 states has been recalled due to a labeling issue that could pose a risk to some consumers. Turkana Food Inc., based in Kenilworth, New Jersey, is recalling 352 cases of Floria Dried Apricots because the product contains sulfites that were not listed on the package label, according to the company’s announcement on Thursday, June 12. The recalled 200-gram Floria Dried Apricots were distributed in retail locations across: Florida Kentucky Virginia New York New Jersey Tennessee Massachusetts Texas Illinois Indiana Michigan Rhode Island Pennsylvania North Carol…
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Bloodied 'Protester Edition' Truck Post Sparks Backlash Against PA Sheriff
A since-deleted photo shared by Adams County Sheriff James Muller on Facebook is drawing backlash from residents and officials amid national “No Kings” protests against the Trump administration. The image showed a white pickup truck splattered in red, resembling blood, with the caption: “The All New Dodge Ram Protester Edition.” It was later deleted, but screenshots have been widely circulated in Facebook groups around central Pennsylvania, including in Gettysburg where protests have recently taken place. The photo—posted in the midst of nationwide demonstrations—sparked outrage online and …
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BU Breaks Silence On Bombshell Alex Cooper Soccer Coach Sex Harassment Claims
Alex Cooper, host of the wildly popular “Call Her Daddy” podcast, is speaking out about what she describes as a years-long pattern of sexual harassment and psychological manipulation by her college soccer coach. Cooper, a Pennsylvania native and Boston University alum, made the allegations on the Monday, June 16 episode of Dax Shepard’s "Armchair Expert" podcast, where she discussed the experience in greater depth. The story is also at the center of the newly released Hulu documentary "Call Her Alex," which hit the streaming platform on Tuesday, June 10. View this…
Sports
Phillies' Zack Wheeler Will Retire After 2027 To Focus On Family: Report
The one who got away from the New York Mets is ready to step away from the Philadelphia Phillies. Ace Zack Wheeler, among the best pitchers in baseball, is ready to trade fastballs for fatherhood when his $126 million contract expires at the end of the 2027 season, according to a new report from The Athletic. The multi-time All-Star and Cy Young Award finalist indicated that he plans to hang up his cleats two years from now, when he will be 37, to be surrounded by his family, which includes four children. Once a top Mets prospect after being drafted by the San Francisco Giants, Wheeler spe…
Real Estate
Estate Featured In Netflix’s 'Zero Day' Starring Robert De Niro Listed For $15M
A stunning estate featured as a key filming location in the Netflix thriller series "Zero Day" is now on the market for $15 million. Known as Rabbit Hill, the 22-acre Westchester estate at 842 Sleepy Hollow Road in Briarcliff Manor blends old-world grandeur with modern comfort and cinematic appeal, according to its listing by Compass. Originally built in 1929 and restored in 2016, the Georgian-style mansion recently served as a principal location for "Zero Day," a political conspiracy drama that aired in February 2025 and stars Robert De Niro, who also co-created the show. The…
Police & Fire
Jilted Wife Arrested In Brass Knuckle Beating Of Cheating Husband's New GF: Cops
A Connecticut woman is facing serious charges after police say she broke into a woman's apartment, beat her with brass knuckles because she believed the woman was having an affair with her husband, authorities said. Giana Garcia, 27, of Plainfield, faces multiple charges following the alleged break-in at a Killingly home on Sunday, June 15, Connecticut State Police said. Police were called to the Church Street apartment around 4 a.m. to reports of a break-in. The victim told troopers that Garcia had rammed into her vehicle before forcing her way inside the home, a report said.,&…
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Gunman Went To Total Of 4 Lawmakers’ Homes Night Of Double-Fatal Shooting: Feds
The man accused of fatally shooting a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband also went to the homes of two other elected officials that same night, Federal authorities say. Before ambushing Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and after wounding State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, Vance L. Boelter allegedly drove to the homes of two other elected officials — both of whom he failed to reach, according to a federal complaint unsealed Monday, June 16. The Justice Department says Boelter, age 57, wore body armor, posed as a police officer, and used a vehicle rigged to resemble a la…
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Newly Minted Millionaire: Friend Gifts Worcester Lottery Winner $1M Winning Ticket
A Worcester man won a $1 million lottery prize on a ticket a friend gifted him. Matthew Tracy won the seven-figure prize playing the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$10,000,000 Bonanza," a $20 scratch-off ticket. Tracy elected to take the lump-sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the full amount over 20 years. He said he has no idea how he'll spend the money because he's still in shock. The winning ticket was bought at Wachusett Farms, 106 Worcester St. in West Boylston. The store will get a $10,000 bonu…
Business
Amex Upgrading Platinum Cards To Compete With Rivals: Here's What's New
American Express is launching its biggest-ever refresh of its Platinum credit cards, aiming to outshine rivals with new travel, dining, and lifestyle perks. Amex announced the major updates to its US Consumer and Business Platinum Cards in a news release on Monday, June 16. "More than forty years ago, we introduced the Platinum card, and we continue to offer Platinum cards with global servicing, unique benefits and experiences that our card members love," said Howard Grosfield, Amex's US consumer services president. "Platinum Card benefits and services resonate across generat…
Sports
'Burn It Down': Red Sox Fans Lose It After Shocking Rafael Devers Trade
The Boston Red Sox stunned the baseball world on Sunday with an out-of-nowhere trade of franchise centerpiece Rafael Devers. In a shocking move, the Red Sox sent the disgruntled third baseman-turned designated hitter — and decidedly not first baseman — to the San Francisco Giants for right-hander Jordan Hicks, left-hander Kyle Harrison, and prospects James Tibbs and Jose Bello. The move, which happened just after the Red Sox defeated the Yankees 2-0 on Sunday, June 15, took fans by surprise. Welcome to the Red Sox, Kyle & Jordan. pic.twitter.com/cUG4UOHy6P — Red Sox (@RedSox) J…
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Highest Level Do Not Travel Warning Issued For Israel By US
Americans are being warned not to travel to Israel as the conflict with Iran intensifies. The US State Department has issued a Level 4 travel advisory, the highest severity classification, urging citizens against all travel to Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. On Saturday, June 14, the department authorized the voluntary departure of family members and non-emergency US government employees due to the volatile and unpredictable security situation in the region. The US Embassy may further restrict or prohibit government employees and their family members from traveling to certain areas o…
Business
Major Auto Repair Chains Complete Massive Merger: What To Know
A major merger in the auto repair industry is out of the shop and complete. Mavis Tire has finalized its acquisition of Midas from TBC Corporation, the company announced on Monday, June 16. The purchase boosts Mavis Tire's retail network to more than 3,500 stores across the US and Canada. Midas will keep its name and continue operating from its headquarters in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Mavis Tire Express Services Corp. is based in White Plains, New York. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. "We are excited to officially welcome Midas to the Mavis family," …
Police & Fire
Driver Released After CT/MA Pursuit Arrested Weeks Later In Road Rage Incident: Cops
A Hartford man accused of leading police on a pursuit from Massachusetts into Connecticut in March has been arrested again, this time for assaulting and threatening a 76-year-old driver during a road rage incident in East Hartford, CT State Police say. Shicorey Johnson-Harris, 26, was arrested Saturday, June 14, after a crash on the Route 2 eastbound Exit 3 off-ramp, according to Connecticut State Police. Troopers say a 911 caller reported that the other driver involved in the crash “physically pushed him, threatened him with use of a firearm, and left the scene.” According to po…
Police & Fire
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: Two Manhattan Court Officers Stabbed In Attack At Criminal Courthouse, Officials Say
Two New York State Court Officers were stabbed during a targeted attack at Manhattan’s criminal courthouse Monday morning, June 16, a state court spokesperson confirmed. The attack unfolded shortly before 9:45 a.m. in the south lobby of the courthouse at 100 Centre Street in Lower Manhattan. Photos of the attack were captured by the NY Post, who identified the assailant as Jonathan Wohl, 37, of Queens. Officials did not immediately confirm his name to Daily Voice. Preliminary information indicates that at least two officers suffered stab and slash wounds during the assault, which appeared …
Business
Trump Mobile, Gold Smartphone Released Amid Presidential Ethics Concerns
The Trump Organization is launching a new wireless plan, increasing ethical concerns surrounding President Donald Trump and his family's business dealings. Trump Mobile was unveiled on Monday, June 16, by the organization with two of the President's sons as executive vice presidents, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump. The service claims to offer unlimited data, complete device protection, and 24/7 roadside assistance. A $499 golden smartphone called the "T1 Phone" will also be sold. The phone includes the Android 15 operating software, 256 gigabytes of storage, and "AI face unlock." The…
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