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Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-Yankees Star Brett Gardner Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-Yankees Star Brett Gardner
Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-Yankees Star Brett Gardner The apparent cause of death has been released for the teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star. Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller, on Sunday, March 23. He was 14 years old. The Gardners released a statement through the team revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness two days ago after he became sick while the family was on vacation in Central America at a hotel in Costa Rica. Earlier report - Ex-Yankees Star Re…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Trader Joe's Bringing Back Internet-Chic Mini Totes: How You Can Get Yours Trader Joe's Bringing Back Internet-Chic Mini Totes: How You Can Get Yours
Trader Joe's Bringing Back Internet-Chic Mini Totes: How You Can Get Yours The viral mini canvas tote bags at Trader Joe's are returning with a spring twist. Trader Joe's will resume selling the limited-edition bags at stores nationwide, a company spokesperson confirmed to the Daily Voice on Monday, Mar. 24. The totes will be $2.99, coming in new pastel shades of blue, pink, purple, and green. The spokesperson said the exact date the bags will be available will vary by store but TODAY.com reported the totes will be for sale as soon as April. "If customers have any questions about product availability, they can ask any crew member in their neighborhood s…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Free COVID Tests No Longer Available From Government: What To Know Free COVID Tests No Longer Available From Government: What To Know
Free COVID Tests No Longer Available From Government: What To Know The federal government program providing free at-home COVID-19 tests has announced that it is currently “not accepting orders,” according to information on the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response website.  The status of this program remains uncertain, as the US Department of Health and Human Services has yet to respond to inquiries regarding the suspension of orders. Orders placed before 8 p.m. Eastern time on Sunday, March 9, will still be shipped, but the ordering function on Covidtests.gov has experienced intermittent suspensions since the initiative launched in w…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help
Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help More than ever, success in business is determined by reach in your community. Daily Voice provides a direct line of communication to your neighbors. Whether you’re a new business or an experienced marketer, we want to work with you. Our products make it easy to reach local customers. Our team of experts can fit any budget. We’re your trusted source for news and information. We also want to be your trusted partner in advertising. Reach out whenever you're ready—we'll be here.

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NJ Club Promoter Killed By Hit-Run Driver After Car Breaks Down On NYC Highway: Cops NJ Club Promoter Killed By Hit-Run Driver After Car Breaks Down On NYC Highway: Cops
NJ Club Promoter Killed By Hit-Run Driver After Car Breaks Down On NYC Highway: Cops A popular New Jersey club promoter's drive home ended in tragedy after he was struck and killed on the Major Deegan Expressway by a hit-and-run driver—just minutes after calling for help when his car broke down, according to police and the New York Daily News. Darryl Mathis Jr., aka Maybach Swagg, of Elizabeth, was heading home from a gig in the city with rapper Rick Ross when his Crown Victoria stalled in the southbound lanes near West Fordham Road, according to the New York Daily News. Mathis called a friend around 3:15 a.m. on Saturday, March 22, saying he needed a jump, the outlet said.…

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by Cecilia Levine
Politics
Trump Says He Didn't Know Secret War Plans Were Texted By Mistake Hours After News Broke Trump Says He Didn't Know Secret War Plans Were Texted By Mistake Hours After News Broke
Trump Says He Didn't Know Secret War Plans Were Texted By Mistake Hours After News Broke President Donald Trump told reporters he was not aware that secret US war plans were texted by mistake through a commercial messaging app to a shocked American journalist hours after news of the stunning security breach first broke. New details have emerged on the massive mistake, including the names of the senior US officials who were involved in the group chat at the center of the situation. Jeffrey Goldberg, the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, wrote in a story published Monday afternoon, March 24 that US national security leaders included him in an encrypted Signal messaging g…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Pizzeria In Region Closing After 5 Years: 'Difficult Decision' Pizzeria In Region Closing After 5 Years: 'Difficult Decision'
Pizzeria In Region Closing After 5 Years: 'Difficult Decision' A cozy slice of the Schenectady food scene is preparing to say goodbye—for now. Annabel’s Pizza Co., located at 108 State Street, will serve its final dinner on Monday, March 31, after five years of slinging creative, crave-worthy pies. The heartfelt announcement came via the restaurant’s Facebook page, where the team thanked customers for their support and loyalty over the years. “After five years, we have made the difficult decision to close our location,” the post reads. “We will be opening a new location in the near future, but until then any loyal customers can use their points at our…

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by Michael Mashburn
Lifestyle
New Eatery Brings Peruvian Flavor—And Rotisserie Chickens—To Region: 'One Of Best' New Eatery Brings Peruvian Flavor—And Rotisserie Chickens—To Region: 'One Of Best'
New Eatery Brings Peruvian Flavor—And Rotisserie Chickens—To Region: 'One Of Best' A new eatery in Albany is giving locals a reason to cross the road—and it’s not just for the chicken. La Polleria, a vibrant newcomer nestled at 216 Lark Street, officially opened its doors on Wednesday, March 19, offering a flavorful mix of Spanish and Peruvian street food classics with a modern twist. From Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken kissed with smoky, open-fire flavor to street tacos, tortas, fried sweet plantains, and more, the menu reads like a love letter to Latin American comfort food. Diners can even go all in with the “Whole Chicken Combo”—a generous platter that include…

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by Michael Mashburn
News
2 Dogs Die In House Fire In Dutchess: Family Now Rebuilding, In Need Of Help 2 Dogs Die In House Fire In Dutchess: Family Now Rebuilding, In Need Of Help
2 Dogs Die In House Fire In Dutchess: Family Now Rebuilding, In Need Of Help A Dutchess County family is picking up the pieces after a house fire destroyed their home and killed their two beloved dogs. The fire broke out Sunday afternoon, March 16, at a home on Meadow Lane in Poughkeepsie. No people were hurt in the blaze, but the family who called the residence home is mourning the loss of their two dogs, Matilda and Dexter.  In the days since the devastation, the Valkyrie Vixens RC, a local motorcycle club, has started a fundraising effort on GoFundMe to help collect donations for the family.  The fundraiser was started to help club member Jes…

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by Ben Crnic
News
Ten-Hour Standoff: Knife-Wielding Man 'Menaces' Troopers, Damages Cruiser In Region: PD Ten-Hour Standoff: Knife-Wielding Man 'Menaces' Troopers, Damages Cruiser In Region: PD
Ten-Hour Standoff: Knife-Wielding Man 'Menaces' Troopers, Damages Cruiser In Region: PD A man was arrested following a 10-hour standoff with police in the Capital Region. The ordeal began when troopers in Greene County responded to a Cairo residence on Blackhead Mountain Road for a suicidal man at around 3:20 p.m. Friday, March 21. When they arrived, 42-year-old Nicholas Cassillo, of Round Top, was uncooperative and became combative, New York State Police said. At one point, Cassillo “menaced” the officers with a large knife and a metal object, and damaged a trooper’s vehicle before retreating into the home, according to police. Crisis negotiators from the agency’s Bureau o…

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by Michael Mashburn
Business
1.2M+ Ford F-150s Under Investigation For Dangerous Highway Downshifts: NHTSA 1.2M+ Ford F-150s Under Investigation For Dangerous Highway Downshifts: NHTSA
1.2M+ Ford F-150s Under Investigation For Dangerous Highway Downshifts: Nhtsa Federal safety officials have opened an investigation into nearly 1.3 million Ford F-150 pickup trucks after drivers reported sudden downshifts at highway speeds that, in some cases, caused the rear wheels to lock up. An estimated 1,270,970 Ford F-150 pickups are potentially involved in the issue, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The probe comes after 138 drivers reported that their trucks unexpectedly downshifted into a lower gear while traveling at high speeds. The investigation covers model years 2015 through 2017, according to the NHTSA's Office of D…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Man Steals SUV From Business Parking Lot, Leads Troopers On Chase Into Dutchess: Police Man Steals SUV From Business Parking Lot, Leads Troopers On Chase Into Dutchess: Police
Man Steals SUV From Business Parking Lot, Leads Troopers On Chase Into Dutchess: Police A 22-year-old Pennsylvania man was arrested after allegedly stealing an SUV from a New York business and leading police on a multi-county chase, authorities said. The incident began in Putnam County on Saturday, March 22, when a 2018 Honda CRV was reported stolen from a parking lot at a business in Brewster, New York State Police announced on Monday, March 24.  Troopers said the investigation revealed the suspect, Alaji Ahmad-Alwan of Philadelphia, had taken the vehicle and fled the area. Police did not reveal which business the SUV was stolen from.  Around 10:50 p.m., troopers s…

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by Ben Crnic
News
Water Crisis: Road Salt Could Make Major Hudson Valley Supply Undrinkable, Officials Warn Water Crisis: Road Salt Could Make Major Hudson Valley Supply Undrinkable, Officials Warn
Water Crisis: Road Salt Could Make Major Hudson Valley Supply Undrinkable, Officials Warn A major Hudson Valley reservoir serving NYC, Westchester, and Putnam has seen salt levels triple—which could render water undrinkable for the future, officials announced.  The New York City Department of Environmental Protection released a report on Friday, March 21, revealing that salinity in the Croton System—one of the city's key water sources that also serves Westchester and Putnam counties—has tripled in the last 30 years, the department said.  At the current pace, chloride levels in the New Croton Reservoir, located in Croton-on-Hudson, could exceed the state’s legal limit b…

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by Ben Crnic
Business
23andMe Files For Bankruptcy As Customers Urged To Delete Their Genetic Data 23andMe Files For Bankruptcy As Customers Urged To Delete Their Genetic Data
23andMe Files For Bankruptcy As Customers Urged To Delete Their Genetic Data Embattled genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the latest blow after a massive data breach exposed the personal information of millions of customers. 23andMe CEO and co-founder Anne Wojcicki resigned on Sunday, Mar. 23, so she could bid for the company independently. Joseph Selsavage, the company’s chief financial and accounting officer, is now serving as interim CEO, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Wojcicki confirmed the move in a social media post on Monday, Mar. 24. "While I am disappointed that we have come to…

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by Chris Spiker
Politics
Stunning Security Breach: Trump Senior Officials Accidentally Texted Reporter Secret War Plans Stunning Security Breach: Trump Senior Officials Accidentally Texted Reporter Secret War Plans
Stunning Security Breach: Trump Senior Officials Accidentally Texted Reporter Secret War Plans The editor-in-chief of an American magazine and multi-platform publisher says he was accidentally texted war plans by the Trump Administration. Click here for a new, updated story: Trump Says He Didn't Know Secret War Plans Were Texted By Mistake Hours After News Broke Jeffrey Goldberg, who edits The Atlantic, wrote in a story published Monday afternoon, March 24 that US national security leaders included him in an encrypted Signal messaging group chat about military strikes in Yemen earlier this month. "I didn't think it could be real," Goldberg said. "Then the bombs started falling." …

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by Joe Lombardi
Sports
Coach Fired After Yanking Player's Hair Following Basketball Championship Loss In Area (VIDEO) Coach Fired After Yanking Player's Hair Following Basketball Championship Loss In Area (VIDEO)
Coach Fired After Yanking Player's Hair Following Basketball Championship Loss In Area (Video) A girls’ basketball coach in upstate New York was fired and criminally charged after a video of him angrily yanking a player’s hair went viral. The incident happened in Troy, after Northville High School lost to La Fargeville in the state Class D finals, held at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy on Friday, March 21. Video broadcast by NFHS showed Falcons head coach Jim Zullo pulling the ponytail of senior Hailey Monroe while appearing to yell at the girl. Another player is seen stepping in between the two as the 81-year-old Zullo then berates the second girl. In a letter to parents, …

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by Michael Mashburn
News
NY Ranks In Top Half Of US For Most Stress, New Study Says: Here's Why NY Ranks In Top Half Of US For Most Stress, New Study Says: Here's Why
NY Ranks In Top Half Of US For Most Stress, New Study Says: Here's Why While most Americans are feeling the pressure — from rising costs to political uncertainty — residents in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic may be catching a bit of a break, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of the most stressed states in the US on Monday, Mar. 24. The findings suggest that despite national anxieties — like inflation, job instability, and healthcare access — many in the region are experiencing less day-to-day stress than much of the country. Connecticut ranked 42nd overall, placing it among the 10 least-stressed states. The Constitution State had …

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by Chris Spiker
Politics
'Intimidation Tactics': NY Times Issues Rare Response To Trump Attack 'Intimidation Tactics': NY Times Issues Rare Response To Trump Attack
'Intimidation Tactics': NY Times Issues Rare Response To Trump Attack The gloves may have come off in the heated years-long relationship between The New York Times and President Donald Trump. The Times, a frequent target since Trump’s 2016 campaign, fired back following a Truth Social post naming its reporters — and one of their spouses. The Times' response came after Trump's comment on the Truth Social platform Sunday night, March 23 calling out Times reporters Peter Baker and Maggie Haberman by name and even mentioning Baker's spouse, a journalist who doesn't even work for The Times. "The Failing New York Times insists on using Liddle’ Peter Baker, a reall…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Best Celeb Reactions To Tiger Woods' Relationship Hard Launch With Vanessa Trump Best Celeb Reactions To Tiger Woods' Relationship Hard Launch With Vanessa Trump
Best Celeb Reactions To Tiger Woods' Relationship Hard Launch With Vanessa Trump Tiger Woods just teed up his relationship with Vanessa Trump. The golf icon went Instagram official with Trump on Sunday, March 23, posting cozy photos of the two canoodling and captioning it with a romantic message. “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side!” Woods wrote. “We look forward to our journey through life together. At this time we would appreciate privacy for all those close to our hearts.” The post marks the first public confirmation of a relationship between the 49-year-old athlete and 47-year-old Trump, who was married to President Trump's son, Donald T…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Planning to See DC’s Cherry Blossoms? Here’s the Best Time (And When They’ll Be Gone) Planning to See DC’s Cherry Blossoms? Here’s the Best Time (And When They’ll Be Gone)
Planning to See DC’s Cherry Blossoms? Here’s the Best Time (And When They’ll Be Gone) If you're waiting for the perfect moment to snap those cherry blossom selfies in D.C.—this is it. The National Park Service has officially called it: Peak bloom for the iconic Yoshino cherry trees was Sunday, March 23.  That means 70% of blossoms are open, and the Tidal Basin is about to turn into a full-on pink-and-white wonderland. But fair warning: the blooms are breathtaking—and very, very brief. While they can last a few days, all it takes is one windy storm or a surprise frost to knock those petals off faster than your phone can open the camera app. On the flip side, cool and c…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Large Fight Leads To Shooting At Public Housing Complex In Dutchess, 1 Hospitalized Large Fight Leads To Shooting At Public Housing Complex In Dutchess, 1 Hospitalized
Large Fight Leads To Shooting At Public Housing Complex In Dutchess, 1 Hospitalized A 50-year-old woman was shot during a large fight in Dutchess County, prompting a heavy police response, authorities said.  The incident occurred just after 9 p.m. on Friday, March 21 near the Thurgood Marshall Terrace public housing complex at 109 Delafield St., where authorities received reports of a disturbance and gunfire, the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department announced on Sunday, March 23.  When officers and detectives arrived on the scene, they found the woman suffering from a gunshot wound to her leg or foot. She was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Poli…

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by Ben Crnic
Obituaries
Former Congresswoman Dies At Age 49; NY Native Former Congresswoman Dies At Age 49; NY Native
Former Congresswoman Dies At Age 49; NY Native A former US congresswoman who became a television commentator has died. Mia Love, a New York native who grew up in Connecticut, was 49 and had been battling brain cancer. After moving west, she served as mayor of Saratoga Springs, Utah — about 30 miles outside Salt Lake City — from 2010 to 2014. She was then elected to Congress in 2014 to represent Utah’s 4th District, becoming the first Black Republican woman elected to the House. She served two terms, beginning in 2015. News of her death was announced by her family on social media late Sunday night, March 23.  "With grateful heart…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
More Americans Have Second Jobs Than Ever: Here's Look Beyond Numbers More Americans Have Second Jobs Than Ever: Here's Look Beyond Numbers
More Americans Have Second Jobs Than Ever: Here's Look Beyond Numbers A growing number of Americans are working multiple jobs, with new federal data showing that approximately 8.9 million people now hold a second job.  This marks the highest rate since April 2009, during the Great Recession. At least 5 percent of the American workforce is now balancing multiple jobs, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). While inflation has slowed in recent months, financial pressures continue to drive workers toward additional employment. Rising Costs, Reduced Hours Among Key Factors Economic uncertainty, increased living expenses, and reduced work hours …

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by Joe Lombardi
News
New Scam Involving Fraudulent Texts Impersonates IRS New Scam Involving Fraudulent Texts Impersonates IRS
New Scam Involving Fraudulent Texts Impersonates IRS A new scam involves unsolicited text messages impersonating the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the agency says. The fraudulent messages falsely claim recipients are eligible for a $1,400 Economic Impact Payment and instruct them to click a deceptive link to "claim" the funds. How The Scam Works Victims receive a text message that appears to be from the IRS, stating they are owed an Economic Impact Payment. The message urges them to provide personal information to process the supposed payment. Scammers promise the money will be deposited into a bank account or mailed as a check within 1-2…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Fireball's Senior Discount Is Straight Fire: Win Free Whisky For Life If You're 90+ Fireball's Senior Discount Is Straight Fire: Win Free Whisky For Life If You're 90+
Fireball's Senior Discount Is Straight Fire: Win Free Whisky For Life If You're 90+ Fireball Whisky is turning up the heat on senior discounts. Fireball is offering a lifetime supply of its cinnamon whisky to fans who are at least 90 years old, Sazerac Company said in a news release on Monday, Mar. 24. The offer runs through Monday, Mar. 31 — fittingly, the 90th day of the year. Anyone born in 1935 or earlier can enter by heading to LifetimeSupplyofFireball.com or by having someone nominate them. "We've seen them all over social, we've heard directly from the source, and we can confirm one undeniable truth: senior citizens love Fireball," said Dan…

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by Chris Spiker
News
‘Bitey McBiterton’ Lost Dog Post From NY Police Department Has The Internet Howling ‘Bitey McBiterton’ Lost Dog Post From NY Police Department Has The Internet Howling
‘Bitey McBiterton’ Lost Dog Post From NY Police Department Has The Internet Howling The Ossining Police Department didn’t just reunite a lost dog with its owners—they earned the internet’s love while doing it. On Saturday, March 22, the Westchester, NY department posted a tongue-in-cheek update about a runaway pup spotted near Sarah Street and North Malcolm Street.  The name? Bitey McBiterton. “Bitey McBiterton was found wandering on Sarah Street off North Malcolm Street,” police wrote. “Our Officers are unsure if Bitey is male or female, and aren’t keen on checking. If you recognize this super friendly pup, tell their owners to come get them, like now. Thanks.” The…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
'Do It Light, I Love Him:' Selena Gomez Backs Benny Blanco’s Unibrow Pluck Watched By 23M 'Do It Light, I Love Him:' Selena Gomez Backs Benny Blanco’s Unibrow Pluck Watched By 23M
'Do It Light, I Love Him:' Selena Gomez Backs Benny Blanco’s Unibrow Pluck Watched By 23M When Benny Blanco decided to tame his unibrow, he didn’t expect to go viral—but 23 million TikTok views later, the internet can’t stop watching, especially with fiancée Selena Gomez cheering him on. The music producer posted a TikTok of himself getting his unibrow plucked, and as of Sunday, March 23, it had racked up 23.4 million views—thanks in no small part to a cameo from his fiancée, Selena Gomez. “Do it light because I love him,” Gomez can be heard saying from the background, sweetly defending her man (who has an estimated net worth of approximately $50 million, according to multiple s…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Conan O’Brien To Receive Mark Twain Prize At Star-Studded Kennedy Center Gala Conan O’Brien To Receive Mark Twain Prize At Star-Studded Kennedy Center Gala
Conan O’Brien To Receive Mark Twain Prize At Star-Studded Kennedy Center Gala Conan O’Brien is getting the last laugh — and this time, it comes with a spot in comedy’s hall of fame. The legendary late-night host and comedy trailblazer will receive the 26th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor during a star-studded gala at the Kennedy Center in DC on Sunday, March 23, officials announced. The prestigious prize, named after the iconic American satirist Samuel Clemens (aka Mark Twain), honors individuals who have made a lasting impact on American society through humor.  O’Brien joins a stacked lineup of past recipients that includes George Carlin, David Letterman, …

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by Zak Failla
News
Constipated NJ Jewish Man Yanked From Plane Toilet With Pants Down As NY Pal Watched: Lawsuit Constipated NJ Jewish Man Yanked From Plane Toilet With Pants Down As NY Pal Watched: Lawsuit
Constipated NJ Jewish Man Yanked From Plane Toilet With Pants Down As NY Pal Watched: Lawsuit Two Jewish men from New York and New Jersey say they were humiliated, handcuffed, and searched after a bathroom break during a United Airlines flight led to them being removed by federal agents, according to a lawsuit filed in federal court in Manhattan. Yisroel Liebb, of New Jersey, says he was using the bathroom on United Flight 1601 from Tulum, Mexico to Houston on Jan. 28, when the pilot allegedly ripped open the door and pulled him out—with his pants still down and his genitals exposed to other passengers and crew, the suit says. Liebb had told a flight attendant he was experiencing co…

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by Cecilia Levine
Politics
WWE Legend Dares Governor To Step In The Ring: 'Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is' WWE Legend Dares Governor To Step In The Ring: 'Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is'
WWE Legend Dares Governor To Step In The Ring: 'Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is' WarGames?  Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs - likely better known as WWE Hall of Famer Kane - is telling Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to "put his money where his mouth is" after the former vice presidential hopeful spoke ill of Trump supporters. The Democrat said that he believed he could "kick most of (Trump supporters') a--es" when referring to elected Republicans. WATCH: Tim Walz says he could ‘kick Trump supporter’s asses’ in a WWE match pic.twitter.com/Lx9MpSBwmP — Breaking911 (@Breaking911) March 18, 2025 Jacobs, a seven-footer who weighs more than 300 pounds and made a name for h…

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by Zak Failla
Sports
Ex-Yankees Star Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son Ex-Yankees Star Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son
Ex-Yankees Star Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son The teenage son of a former New York Yankees star has died. Click here for a new, updated story: Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller. He was 14 years old. The Gardners released a statement through the team on Sunday afternoon, March 23, revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness two days ago after he became sick while family was on vacation.  They sa…

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by Joe Lombardi