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Bergen Shelter Dog Overlooked For 1,300 Days Wins Over Reluctant New Owner In 5 Minutes Bergen Shelter Dog Overlooked For 1,300 Days Wins Over Reluctant New Owner In 5 Minutes Bergen Shelter Dog Overlooked For 1,300 Days Wins Over Reluctant New Owner In 5 Minutes
Bergen Shelter Dog Overlooked For 1,300 Days Wins Over Reluctant New Owner In 5 Minutes Will and Shannon Merrick weren't looking for a dog. The Clifton couple had lost their beloved bulldog just six months earlier, and Shannon wasn't ready to bring another one home. "I said to him, I don’t want to get another dog," Shannon told Daily Voice. But Will persuaded her to visit the Bergen County Animal Shelter, just to see who was there. They met Legend, a pit bull mix who had been waiting for a home since March 2023, when he was surrendered because he wasn't getting along with a Yorkie. "In five minutes, he had us by the heartstrings," Shannon said. Legend was just under a year…

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Fairview Man Threatens Deportation Unless Victim Paid $6K: Police Fairview Man Threatens Deportation Unless Victim Paid $6K: Police Fairview Man Threatens Deportation Unless Victim Paid $6K: Police
Fairview Man Threatens Deportation Unless Victim Paid $6K: Police A Bergen County man threatened to have a family friend deported unless he paid $6,000, falsely claiming he had connections at the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, authorities said. Carlos A. Roca-Roca was arrested in Fairview on Saturday, Oct. 3, following an investigation led by Detective Diego Porras, Fairview police said. Roca-Roca allegedly contacted the victim and claimed he knew someone at the state motor vehicle agency who could remove the victim's name from a deportation list. He demanded $6,000 to have the victim removed from the supposed list, threatening to have him depo…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Young NJ Soccer Player Dies, $25K Raised For Grieving Family Young NJ Soccer Player Dies, $25K Raised For Grieving Family Young NJ Soccer Player Dies, $25K Raised For Grieving Family
Young NJ Soccer Player Dies, $25K Raised For Grieving Family A community in Sussex County is mourning the death of a young soccer player as friends, teammates, and neighbors rally to support his grieving family. Adrian Sek, of Ogdensburg, is being remembered for his love of soccer and the friendships he built on and off the field, according to a GoFundMe organized by Evelyn Sanchez. "Adrian was more than a soccer player. He was a teammate, a friend, and a special part of our soccer family. He brought people together through his love of the game, and he will forever hold a place in our hearts." The fundraiser was established to help Adrian's mother, …

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Driver Seriously Injured In Crash With Fire Truck Responding To Emergency In Bergen County Driver Seriously Injured In Crash With Fire Truck Responding To Emergency In Bergen County Driver Seriously Injured In Crash With Fire Truck Responding To Emergency In Bergen County
Driver Seriously Injured In Crash With Fire Truck Responding To Emergency In Bergen County A Ho-Ho-Kus fire truck struck a Honda Fit while responding to a fire in Waldwick, seriously injuring the driver on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The crash happened on Franklin Turnpike as the fire truck was responding to a separate call in Waldwick, according to Waldwick Police Lt. David Passaretti. Photos from the scene captured by Boyd A. Loving show extensive passenger-side damage to a gray Honda Fit, with both doors heavily dented and the side mirror displaced. The driver of the Honda was transported to a hospital, Passaretti said. The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigatio…

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by Cecilia Levine
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UPDATE: 4 Hospitalized When Dump Truck Slams Into Jeep, Triggers Route 208 Pileup UPDATE: 4 Hospitalized When Dump Truck Slams Into Jeep, Triggers Route 208 Pileup UPDATE: 4 Hospitalized When Dump Truck Slams Into Jeep, Triggers Route 208 Pileup
Update: 4 Hospitalized When Dump Truck Slams Into Jeep, Triggers Route 208 Pileup Four people were hospitalized after a dump truck slammed into a Jeep, triggering a four-vehicle crash on Route 208 in Fair Lawn on Tuesday, Nov. 10, authorities said. The crash happened in the northbound lanes about 500 feet south of the Maple Avenue exit when a 55-year-old Paterson man driving a 1997 Volvo dump truck tried to stop for traffic but couldn't, Fair Lawn Police Sgt. Eric Eleshewich said. The dump truck struck the rear of a 2025 Jeep driven by a 48-year-old Hawthorne man, pushing it into a 2025 Kia driven by a 26-year-old Hawthorne woman, Eleshewich said. The Kia then struck a …

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by Cecilia Levine

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NJ's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List NJ's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List NJ's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List
NJ's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List Thousands of nursing homes across the Northeast have been evaluated in new national ratings highlighting the best facilities for rehabilitation and long-term care. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Nursing Homes ratings on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The annual list evaluated more than 14,600 skilled nursing facilities in all 50 states and Washington, DC. The study evaluated nursing homes using 17 quality measures in each care category, including staffing levels, hospital readmissions, patient safety, and clinical outcomes. U.S. News rated 2,236 facilities across the Northeast.…

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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This Bergen Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List This Bergen Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List This Bergen Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List
This Bergen Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List Some of the nation's best restaurants are right here in the Northeast, according to a new nationwide list based on millions of customer reviews. OpenTable released its Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, recognizing popular dining destinations in 21 states and Washington, DC. The list was compiled using more than 11 million reviews from verified diners and restaurant booking data. California led the nation with 19 restaurants, while at least 18 restaurants nationwide earned spots on the list for four consecutive years. "Diners have no shortage of places they …

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Amtrak Plans To Allow Guns On Trains, Union Blasts Policy As 'Sheer Lunacy' Amtrak Plans To Allow Guns On Trains, Union Blasts Policy As 'Sheer Lunacy' Amtrak Plans To Allow Guns On Trains, Union Blasts Policy As 'Sheer Lunacy'
Amtrak Plans To Allow Guns On Trains, Union Blasts Policy As 'Sheer Lunacy' Rail union leaders are sharply criticizing Amtrak's plan to let passengers bring guns into train cars under a controversial new policy. The Transport Workers Union (TWU) said the new policy is scheduled to take effect in January 2027, allowing passengers to carry guns in locked cases on about 1,500 additional trains daily nationwide. The change would include Amtrak's busy Northeast Corridor, which carries about 750,000 passengers daily on routes between Boston, New York City, and Washington, DC. The TWU, which represents 360 Amtrak onboard service workers, warned that the policy c…

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Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One
Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One Democrats flipped Republican-held council seats in 12 Bergen County towns in the Tuesday, Nov. 3 election, ending nearly 20 years of exclusive Republican control in one borough, while a Republican mayor trailed her Democratic challenger by just seven votes in one of the county's closest races. Updated unofficial election results show Democrats winning council seats previously held by Republicans in Carlstadt, Hillsdale, Westwood, Elmwood Park, Hasbrouck Heights, Midland Park, Norwood, Oradell, Ramsey, Ridgefield, Waldwick, and Wallington. In Carlstadt, Democrats Dennis Ritchie and Walter Be…

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Renowned Cardiologist, Dad Of 2, Found Dead After Vanishing On Bike Ride Renowned Cardiologist, Dad Of 2, Found Dead After Vanishing On Bike Ride Renowned Cardiologist, Dad Of 2, Found Dead After Vanishing On Bike Ride
Renowned Cardiologist, Dad Of 2, Found Dead After Vanishing On Bike Ride A missing Massachusetts cardiologist and father of two was found dead near a cow pasture after vanishing during a weekend bike ride, authorities said. Dr. Daniel Arnett, 44, of Beverly, Massachusetts, was last seen around 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, in Newbury. His body was discovered shortly after 2 p.m. Sunday near the Tendercrop Farm cow pasture, according to the Essex County District Attorney's Office on Tuesday. The discovery came after a search for Arnett, who had left home without his cellphone. Police had described him as an "overdue cyclist" after he failed to return from his ride. …

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Secret Service Motor Cop Critically Injured In DC Crash Secret Service Motor Cop Critically Injured In DC Crash Secret Service Motor Cop Critically Injured In DC Crash
Secret Service Motor Cop Critically Injured In DC Crash A routine trip to work took a terrifying turn for a US Secret Service motorcycle officer who was critically injured in a crash near the National Zoo in DC, leaving his family facing an uncertain road to recovery. Officer Chase Lettrich, a member of the Secret Service's Motorcade Support Unit, was riding to work on Tuesday morning, Nov. 10, when his motorcycle collided with an SUV on Connecticut Avenue NW near Devonshire Place. The crash happened shortly after 6 a.m., leaving Chase unconscious but breathing when emergency crews rushed him to the hospital, according to multiple reports. The …

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Driver Mistakes Woman For Garbage Bag In Deadly Dragging NJ Death: Prosecutor Driver Mistakes Woman For Garbage Bag In Deadly Dragging NJ Death: Prosecutor Driver Mistakes Woman For Garbage Bag In Deadly Dragging NJ Death: Prosecutor
Driver Mistakes Woman For Garbage Bag In Deadly Dragging NJ Death: Prosecutor A driver who thought she had struck a garbage bag in Newark instead hit a woman and dragged her beneath her vehicle to a supermarket, where she went shopping before discovering the victim, authorities said. The woman was found dead beneath the vehicle in the parking lot of Extra Supermarket at 327 Lyons Avenue around 6:58 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II and Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda said. The driver told investigators she was heading south on Sherman Avenue when she struck what she initially believed was a black garbage bag, authoriti…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Car Smashes Through Garage Wall At Route 17 Bergen County Special Services, Injures Man Below Car Smashes Through Garage Wall At Route 17 Bergen County Special Services, Injures Man Below Car Smashes Through Garage Wall At Route 17 Bergen County Special Services, Injures Man Below
Car Smashes Through Garage Wall At Route 17 Bergen County Special Services, Injures Man Below A 65-year-old pedestrian was hospitalized after a car struck two parked vehicles and smashed through a parking garage wall at the Bergen County Board of Social Services building, sending debris onto him below, police said. The crash happened at 218 Route 17 North around 10:42 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, according to Rochelle Park police. A 19-year-old Philadelphia man was driving when he struck two parked vehicles before crashing into the garage wall, causing part of it to break and injure the pedestrian on the ground level below, police said. The pedestrian, a Paterson resident, was taken to H…

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by Cecilia Levine
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NJ Police Sgt Charged With DUI, Records Show NJ Police Sgt Charged With DUI, Records Show NJ Police Sgt Charged With DUI, Records Show
NJ Police Sgt Charged With DUI, Records Show A 42-year-old Middletown Township police sergeant has been placed on administrative leave after being charged with DWI, reckless driving, and driving while intoxicated within 1,000 feet of a school in Howell, Daily Voice has learned. Sgt. Elzbieta Banel faces three charges stemming from Wednesday, Nov. 4, court records show. The charges include operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs, reckless driving, and DWI on school property or within 1,000 feet of a school. Banel is due in Howell Municipal Court on Friday, Nov. 20. Middletown Police Chief Craig Weber told NJ 101.5 t…

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Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try
Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Krispy Kreme is serving up several new seasonal doughnuts to sweeten up Thanksgiving. The doughnut chain unveiled its limited-time Thanksgiving Collection in a news release on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The treats will debut at participating shops nationwide on Thursday, Nov. 12, and remain available through Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, Nov. 26. The collection features three brand-new doughnuts and one returning favorite, which Krispy Kreme says can be alternatives to traditional Thanksgiving desserts. "Thanksgiving is one of the biggest sharing moments of the year, and sharing is what Kris…

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by Chris Spiker
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Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle
Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota is bringing back its Scion brand after a decade off the market with a tiny new pickup truck. The Japanese automaker announced Scion's return in a news release on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Toyota unveiled a compact utility truck called the KEI-01, which will be manufactured in Indiana starting in the second half of 2027. The truck is based on Japan's popular "kei" vehicles, which are much smaller than traditional American pickups. At just over 11 feet long and less than five feet wide, the KEI-01 will be smaller than a modern Mini Cooper, Road & Track reported. Despite its small siz…

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Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders
Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Nearly 3.7 million ladders are being recalled after they collapsed suddenly, causing traumatic brain injuries and skull fractures. Little Giant Ladder Systems issued the recall for about 3,662,000 ladders equipped with Rapid Locks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Nov. 5. The recall affects 11 models with black or orange locking mechanisms used to adjust the ladders' height. The ladders can suddenly retract if the locks aren't fully engaged, creating a fall hazard. There have been 25 reports of ladders retracting, causing 19 injuries, according to the CPSC. Three re…

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NJ-Based Children's Clothing Chain Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales NJ-Based Children's Clothing Chain Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales NJ-Based Children's Clothing Chain Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales
Nj-based Children's Clothing Chain Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales A popular children's clothing retailer with hundreds of stores nationwide has filed for bankruptcy as it struggles with declining sales and growing debt. The Children's Place announced its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in a news release on Sunday, Nov. 8. The Secaucus, New Jersey-based company is seeking a buyer for nearly all its assets while trying to keep its business operating. The retailer operates 514 stores across North America under its brands The Children's Place and Gymboree. It has more than 140 locations across the Northeast. All stores and online shopping sites remain open…

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Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras
Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras More than 635,000 Honda and Acura vehicles are being recalled because a software problem can cause drivers to suddenly lose power steering assistance. American Honda Motor Co. issued the recall for 635,808 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Thursday, Oct. 29. The recall affects certain 2021 through 2025 Acura TLX, 2022 through 2024 Acura MDX, and 2023 through 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The issue involves an error in the electric power steering software that can cause the system to shut off power steering assistance under certain driving co…

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by Chris Spiker

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Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try
Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Krispy Kreme is serving up several new seasonal doughnuts to sweeten up Thanksgiving. The doughnut chain unveiled its limited-time Thanksgiving Collection in a news release on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The treats will debut at participating shops nationwide on Thursday, Nov. 12, and remain available through Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, Nov. 26. The collection features three brand-new doughnuts and one returning favorite, which Krispy Kreme says can be alternatives to traditional Thanksgiving desserts. "Thanksgiving is one of the biggest sharing moments of the year, and sharing is what Kris…

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by Chris Spiker
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Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle
Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota is bringing back its Scion brand after a decade off the market with a tiny new pickup truck. The Japanese automaker announced Scion's return in a news release on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Toyota unveiled a compact utility truck called the KEI-01, which will be manufactured in Indiana starting in the second half of 2027. The truck is based on Japan's popular "kei" vehicles, which are much smaller than traditional American pickups. At just over 11 feet long and less than five feet wide, the KEI-01 will be smaller than a modern Mini Cooper, Road & Track reported. Despite its small siz…

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by Chris Spiker
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Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders
Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Nearly 3.7 million ladders are being recalled after they collapsed suddenly, causing traumatic brain injuries and skull fractures. Little Giant Ladder Systems issued the recall for about 3,662,000 ladders equipped with Rapid Locks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Nov. 5. The recall affects 11 models with black or orange locking mechanisms used to adjust the ladders' height. The ladders can suddenly retract if the locks aren't fully engaged, creating a fall hazard. There have been 25 reports of ladders retracting, causing 19 injuries, according to the CPSC. Three re…

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NJ-Based Children's Clothing Chain Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales NJ-Based Children's Clothing Chain Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales NJ-Based Children's Clothing Chain Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales
Nj-based Children's Clothing Chain Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales A popular children's clothing retailer with hundreds of stores nationwide has filed for bankruptcy as it struggles with declining sales and growing debt. The Children's Place announced its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in a news release on Sunday, Nov. 8. The Secaucus, New Jersey-based company is seeking a buyer for nearly all its assets while trying to keep its business operating. The retailer operates 514 stores across North America under its brands The Children's Place and Gymboree. It has more than 140 locations across the Northeast. All stores and online shopping sites remain open…

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by Chris Spiker
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Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras
Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras More than 635,000 Honda and Acura vehicles are being recalled because a software problem can cause drivers to suddenly lose power steering assistance. American Honda Motor Co. issued the recall for 635,808 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Thursday, Oct. 29. The recall affects certain 2021 through 2025 Acura TLX, 2022 through 2024 Acura MDX, and 2023 through 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The issue involves an error in the electric power steering software that can cause the system to shut off power steering assistance under certain driving co…

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by Chris Spiker

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Senior US Army Officer Entrusted With Sensitive Info Accused Of Spying For Russia Senior US Army Officer Entrusted With Sensitive Info Accused Of Spying For Russia Senior US Army Officer Entrusted With Sensitive Info Accused Of Spying For Russia
Senior US Army Officer Entrusted With Sensitive Info Accused Of Spying For Russia A senior US Army soldier entrusted with sensitive information is now suspected of spying for Russia, triggering an investigation involving British authorities, the US military, and the FBI. The 41-year-old man was arrested near Gloucester, England, on Tuesday, Nov. 10, according to the Metropolitan Police. Authorities have not released his name. He remained in custody at a London police station while investigators searched two locations in Gloucestershire, police said. The soldier was stationed at Imjin Barracks, which houses the headquarters of NATO’s Allied Rapid Reaction Corps, accordin…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Newark Liberty Flight Sends Hijack Alert After Reported Cockpit Attempt Newark Liberty Flight Sends Hijack Alert After Reported Cockpit Attempt Newark Liberty Flight Sends Hijack Alert After Reported Cockpit Attempt
Newark Liberty Flight Sends Hijack Alert After Reported Cockpit Attempt United Airlines pilots transmitted a hijack alert after a passenger allegedly tried to storm the cockpit, setting off a security response aboard a flight from New Jersey. Flight 2174 from Newark Liberty International Airport landed safely at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport around 11:10 p.m. local time Monday, Nov. 9, after its crew reported a passenger disturbance, the Federal Aviation Administration said. The agency is investigating. The passenger allegedly claimed his backpack contained a bomb and attempted to enter the flight deck, according to Simple Flying, citing aut…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking
Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday bargains can come with a hidden cost, and scammers are counting on the seasonal rush to keep shoppers from looking closely. The FBI and Better Business Bureau warn that fraudulent offers, urgent messages, and convincing impersonators can put money and personal information at risk. The FBI says non-payment and non-delivery scams caused more than $503 million in reported losses in 2025. Those figures cover the full year, not just holiday shopping. In non-delivery scams, buyers pay for merchandise that never arrives. Non-payment scams target sellers who ship goods but never receive pa…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Love Meets Money: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Love Meets Money: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Love Meets Money: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners
Love Meets Money: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Some money matters never make it into the conversation, even between people who share their lives. A new survey reveals which financial secrets Americans are keeping quiet. A Talker Research survey of 2,000 Americans found that 59 percent reported keeping a financial secret from others. TD Bank US commissioned the study. A bad credit score topped the list at 21 percent, followed by significant credit card debt at 16 percent. The findings cover secrets hidden from others generally, while 11 percent specifically reported a bank account their partner did not know about. Meanwhile, 30 percent …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button
Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button A familiar iPhone button could disappear from future models, potentially changing how users access some everyday shortcuts. Multiple reports suggest Apple is considering removing the standalone Action Button from new iPhones starting in the second half of 2027.  The coverage traces back to a claim from Weibo tipster Instant Digital, rather than an announcement from Apple. The proposed change would move the Action Button’s customizable functions into Camera Control, according to MacDailyNews. A single press would open the Camera app. Pressing and holding would trigger the user-assigne…

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by Joe Lombardi