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Child Rescued After Falling Into Septic Pipe In Philly Suburb A young child was rescued after falling into a septic pipe in Penny on Tuesday evening, Oct. 27, according to a dispatch and officials. Emergency crews responded to the 300 block of Snyder Avenue in West Goshen Township, Chester County where a 5:22 p.m. dispatch entry reported a conscious 3-year-old trapped in a septic pipe approximately 16 inches wide. Officials described the child as between 3 and 4 years old and said the child had fallen approximately one foot into the pipe. The County Rescue Task Force was dispatched, and township assistance was requested for a backhoe and pump truck, …

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Philly Police Oversight Chair Sold Witness Information For $500: DA Philly Police Oversight Chair Sold Witness Information For $500: DA Philly Police Oversight Chair Sold Witness Information For $500: DA
Philly Police Oversight Chair Sold Witness Information For $500: DA Philadelphia’s police oversight chair sold sensitive information about a witness to an inmate who threatened to hunt the witness down and kill him, prosecutors alleged on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Hassan Bennett, 43, chair of the Philadelphia Citizens Police Oversight Commission and an employee of the Defender Association of Philadelphia, is accused of providing confidential case documents to Thomas Scott, 45, according to District Attorney Larry Krasner’s office. Bennett was being held on $1 million bail, while Scott was being held on $3 million bail, prosecutors said. The investigation began in …

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Major Sayreville Parkway Crash Shuts All Lanes During Evening Rush Major Sayreville Parkway Crash Shuts All Lanes During Evening Rush Major Sayreville Parkway Crash Shuts All Lanes During Evening Rush
Major Sayreville Parkway Crash Shuts All Lanes During Evening Rush A crash shut down all southbound local lanes of the Garden State Parkway in Middlesex County on Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 27, according to a traffic alert. The crash was reported south of the Raritan Toll Plaza in Sayreville as of 4:52 p.m., according to 511NJ. A medical helicopter was reportedly called to the scene. All southbound local lanes were blocked and traffic cameras show major gridlock. Daily Voice has reached out to NJSP for details.

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Man Shot, Killed in Camden: Prosecutor Man Shot, Killed in Camden: Prosecutor Man Shot, Killed in Camden: Prosecutor
Man Shot, Killed in Camden: Prosecutor A 29-year-old Pennsauken man was shot and killed in Camden, authorities announced Tuesday, Oct. 27. At 9:47 a.m., Camden County police responded to the 1200 block of Princess Avenue and found Jeshua Sammons lying on the sidewalk, Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez said. Simmons was transported to Cooper University Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased the next day, authorities said. The investigation is ongoing, authorities said. "His life was taken far too soon, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply …

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NJ Mom, 22, Killed In Fiery Route 295 Crash Leaves Behind 5-Year-Old Daughter NJ Mom, 22, Killed In Fiery Route 295 Crash Leaves Behind 5-Year-Old Daughter NJ Mom, 22, Killed In Fiery Route 295 Crash Leaves Behind 5-Year-Old Daughter
NJ Mom, 22, Killed In Fiery Route 295 Crash Leaves Behind 5-Year-Old Daughter A 22-year-old New Jersey mother who was killed when her car crashed into a tree and burst into flames on Route 295 leaves behind a 5-year-old daughter, according to a fundraiser launched by her grieving family. Aigner Johnson, of Oaklyn, died in the crash on Route 295 southbound in East Greenwich Township on Wednesday, Oct. 21, New Jersey State Police said. Now, loved ones are raising money to give her a proper farewell. "Aigner was a loving girl with an amazing spirit, and everyone gravitated to her," her aunt, Camilla Dowd, wrote on GoFundMe. "Her loss is heartbreaking for our family…

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Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List
Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List A new national ranking reveals the top communities for Americans to spend their retirement years. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Places to Retire list on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The website evaluated more than 850 cities based on factors like affordability, quality of life, health care access, and taxes for retirees. Affordability became the top priority in this year's rankings as Americans continue facing higher living costs and inflation. U.S. News adjusted its scoring system to give more weight to the financial concerns of people approaching retirement. Midland, Michigan,…

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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 NJ Street Has Nation's Best Trick-Or-Treating, Reese's Says: Here's Why This NJ Street Has Nation's Best Trick-Or-Treating, Reese's Says: Here's Why This NJ Street Has Nation's Best Trick-Or-Treating, Reese's Says: Here's Why
This NJ Street Has Nation's Best Trick-Or-Treating, Reese's Says: Here's Why Dozens of streets across the Northeast have been recognized among the nation's best places for trick-or-treating, including one in a town that inspired "The Addams Family." Reese's named East Dudley Avenue in Westfield, New Jersey, as the "Trick-or-Treatiest Street in America" on Wednesday, Oct. 21. The Hershey-owned candy brand evaluated 150 popular Halloween destinations across the US, from large cities to small towns. Each street received a "haul score" and a "haunt score." The metrics were based on factors like crowds, decorations, Halloween spirit, and social media …

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NJ Brewery Announces Closure NJ Brewery Announces Closure NJ Brewery Announces Closure
NJ Brewery Announces Closure A Camden County brewery is closing its doors. Whims Brewing at 302 White Horse Pike in Atco announced it is shutting down in a lengthy Facebook post.  "Whims has always been a deeply personal thing," owner and brewmaster Dorien Saunders said. "A constant in my family’s life for the last 5 years. Ever changing, evolving, shifting, and growing.  The way I want to run Whims isn’t currently feasible. There is also no way to continue it in a way now that I would find meaningful and would satisfy me. So long story short is we’ll be winding this operation down at the end of the…

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Nearly $3M Home Depot, Lowe’s Theft Ring Hit New Jersey, 18 Other States: DA Nearly $3M Home Depot, Lowe’s Theft Ring Hit New Jersey, 18 Other States: DA Nearly $3M Home Depot, Lowe’s Theft Ring Hit New Jersey, 18 Other States: DA
Nearly $3M Home Depot, Lowe’s Theft Ring Hit New Jersey, 18 Other States: DA A theft ring targeting Home Depot, Lowe’s, and other retailers caused nearly $3 million in losses across 19 states — including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Virginia — authorities announced on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Eight men have been arrested and a ninth is wanted after investigators uncovered a network of more than 30 people handling thefts, transportation, storage, and resale of stolen merchandise, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele and Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said. The group committed hundreds of thefts begi…

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Murder Charge Reinstated For Ex-NYPD Detective In Fatal GWB Shooting: Report Murder Charge Reinstated For Ex-NYPD Detective In Fatal GWB Shooting: Report Murder Charge Reinstated For Ex-NYPD Detective In Fatal GWB Shooting: Report
Murder Charge Reinstated For Ex-nypd Detective In Fatal GWB Shooting: Report A retired NYPD detective from the Hudson Valley, NY accused of fatally shooting a father of two during a road-rage confrontation on the George Washington Bridge is once again facing a murder charge after a Manhattan grand jury returned an indictment, according to reports.  Victor Romero, 62, of Haverstraw, NY, was indicted on second-degree murder on Tuesday, Oct. 27, in connection with the shooting death of Koran Irvine, 46, of Valley Cottage, ABC7 reported.  The indictment marks a significant development in the case, as Romero had initially been charged with murder following the …

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Triplet, NYPD Recruit, 21, Killed In NY Motorcycle Crash Triplet, NYPD Recruit, 21, Killed In NY Motorcycle Crash Triplet, NYPD Recruit, 21, Killed In NY Motorcycle Crash
Triplet, Nypd Recruit, 21, Killed In NY Motorcycle Crash A 21-year-old New Jersey native who was the youngest of triplets and training to become an NYPD officer was killed in a motorcycle crash in Queens, authorities said. Caleb Ethan Park, of Brooklyn, lost control of his 2008 Triumph Street Triple motorcycle on the ramp from the eastbound Jackie Robinson Parkway to the northbound Van Wyck Expressway around 6 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, the NYPD said. The motorcycle struck a concrete barrier on the right side of the ramp, throwing Park onto the roadway, according to the NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad. He was rushed to Ja…

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NJ Man Dies After Car Crashes Into Home: NJSP NJ Man Dies After Car Crashes Into Home: NJSP NJ Man Dies After Car Crashes Into Home: NJSP
NJ Man Dies After Car Crashes Into Home: Njsp An 82-year-old Toms River man died after his car crashed into a home in Burlington County on Monday, Oct. 26, authorities said. At 2:03 p.m., George Sears was operating a Subaru SUV with his wife in the passenger seat, on County Road 563 south in Woodland Township, Christopher Postorino, a spokesperson for the New Jersey State Police said. Sears lost directional control of the vehicle, ran off the roadway to the right, struck two fences and a residential home, Postorino said.  After the crash the Subaru became engulfed in flames and spread to the house, Postorino said. The ho…

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Cyclist Struck, Killed By 2 Vehicles In Hit, Run Crash In Voorhees: Prosecutor Cyclist Struck, Killed By 2 Vehicles In Hit, Run Crash In Voorhees: Prosecutor Cyclist Struck, Killed By 2 Vehicles In Hit, Run Crash In Voorhees: Prosecutor
Cyclist Struck, Killed By 2 Vehicles In Hit, Run Crash In Voorhees: Prosecutor A 71-year-old Berlin man was struck and killed in a hit-and-run crash in Voorhees Saturday, Oct. 24, authorities said. At 1:17 a.m., Voorhees police responded to the 100 block of North Route 73 for a motor vehicle crash involving a bicyclist and found Maksudur Rahman lying unresponsive in the roadway, Camden County Prosecutor Grace MacAulay and Voorhees Police Chief April Herrington said. Rahman was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. Two separate vehicles struck Rahman and fled the scene, authorities said. One vehicle is suspected to be a dark gray or black 2017 …

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iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report
iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report Apple’s warning about a highly sophisticated attack is bringing fresh attention to a security step iPhone users should check. The company released iOS 18.7.11 and iPadOS 18.7.11 on Monday, Oct. 26, extending protection against a security flaw to older devices, including the iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR, according to Apple’s security advisory. Apple says it is aware of a report that the flaw may have been exploited in an “extremely sophisticated attack” targeting specific individuals using versions of iOS before iOS 27. That wording matters: The advisory describes a potentially targeted attack…

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Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy
Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts is teaming up with Liquid Death to introduce a new orange-flavored pastry. The new Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange Pop-Tarts will arrive at participating retailers in November, Mars, Incorporated announced in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The limited-time flavor is based on Liquid Death's orange soda-flavored sparkling water. The toaster pastries feature an orange-flavored filling and a crust with hints of sugar cookie flavor, along with frosting and orange sprinkles. "Pop-Tarts has always made room for a little fun with flavor, and our partnerships let us take that spirit…

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Cheerios Launching Ziploc Cereal Bags In Major Change: Where To Buy Cheerios Launching Ziploc Cereal Bags In Major Change: Where To Buy Cheerios Launching Ziploc Cereal Bags In Major Change: Where To Buy
Cheerios Launching Ziploc Cereal Bags In Major Change: Where To Buy Cheerios is making a major change to keep its cereal fresh inside boxes. General Mills is teaming up with Ziploc to introduce resealable bags inside Cheerios boxes. The company announced the new packaging, called Cheerios with Ziploc PantrySeal, on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The new bags feature a built-in zipper that allows customers to reseal their cereal without using clips or separate containers. They also have a pour spout that opens only partway across the top, making it easier to serve cereal. According to a December 2025 survey cited by General Mills, 90% of cereal buyers take extra st…

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Dangerous Seat Problem Forces Major Toyota Recall: What To Know Dangerous Seat Problem Forces Major Toyota Recall: What To Know Dangerous Seat Problem Forces Major Toyota Recall: What To Know
Dangerous Seat Problem Forces Major Toyota Recall: What To Know More than 228,000 Toyota vehicles are being recalled because their second-row seat backs could come loose during a crash. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling 228,367 Sienna Hybrid minivans, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The seven-passenger minivans are from the 2022 through 2026 model years. The problem involves the reclining mechanisms that hold the second-row seat backs in place. During some front-end crashes, the seat belt systems could cause the mechanisms to unlock, allowing the seat backs to move o…

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Starbucks Sets Date For Red Cup Day 2026: What To Know Starbucks Sets Date For Red Cup Day 2026: What To Know Starbucks Sets Date For Red Cup Day 2026: What To Know
Starbucks Sets Date For Red Cup Day 2026: What To Know Starbucks is bringing back one of its most popular holiday traditions. The coffeehouse giant announced the return date for Red Cup Day in an Instagram post on Monday, Oct. 26. The annual giveaway will be celebrated on Tuesday, Nov. 17. Customers who buy a holiday beverage will receive a limited-edition reusable holiday cup. "Red Cup Day returns Nov. 17! ❤️," the chain posted. "Get ready for one of Starbucks' most beloved traditions." Starbucks hasn't revealed the design of this year's red cup or announced which holiday drinks will qualify for the promotion. …

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iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report
iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report Apple’s warning about a highly sophisticated attack is bringing fresh attention to a security step iPhone users should check. The company released iOS 18.7.11 and iPadOS 18.7.11 on Monday, Oct. 26, extending protection against a security flaw to older devices, including the iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR, according to Apple’s security advisory. Apple says it is aware of a report that the flaw may have been exploited in an “extremely sophisticated attack” targeting specific individuals using versions of iOS before iOS 27. That wording matters: The advisory describes a potentially targeted attack…

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Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy
Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts is teaming up with Liquid Death to introduce a new orange-flavored pastry. The new Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange Pop-Tarts will arrive at participating retailers in November, Mars, Incorporated announced in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The limited-time flavor is based on Liquid Death's orange soda-flavored sparkling water. The toaster pastries feature an orange-flavored filling and a crust with hints of sugar cookie flavor, along with frosting and orange sprinkles. "Pop-Tarts has always made room for a little fun with flavor, and our partnerships let us take that spirit…

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by Chris Spiker
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Cheerios Launching Ziploc Cereal Bags In Major Change: Where To Buy Cheerios Launching Ziploc Cereal Bags In Major Change: Where To Buy Cheerios Launching Ziploc Cereal Bags In Major Change: Where To Buy
Cheerios Launching Ziploc Cereal Bags In Major Change: Where To Buy Cheerios is making a major change to keep its cereal fresh inside boxes. General Mills is teaming up with Ziploc to introduce resealable bags inside Cheerios boxes. The company announced the new packaging, called Cheerios with Ziploc PantrySeal, on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The new bags feature a built-in zipper that allows customers to reseal their cereal without using clips or separate containers. They also have a pour spout that opens only partway across the top, making it easier to serve cereal. According to a December 2025 survey cited by General Mills, 90% of cereal buyers take extra st…

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by Chris Spiker
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Dangerous Seat Problem Forces Major Toyota Recall: What To Know Dangerous Seat Problem Forces Major Toyota Recall: What To Know Dangerous Seat Problem Forces Major Toyota Recall: What To Know
Dangerous Seat Problem Forces Major Toyota Recall: What To Know More than 228,000 Toyota vehicles are being recalled because their second-row seat backs could come loose during a crash. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling 228,367 Sienna Hybrid minivans, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The seven-passenger minivans are from the 2022 through 2026 model years. The problem involves the reclining mechanisms that hold the second-row seat backs in place. During some front-end crashes, the seat belt systems could cause the mechanisms to unlock, allowing the seat backs to move o…

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Starbucks Sets Date For Red Cup Day 2026: What To Know Starbucks Sets Date For Red Cup Day 2026: What To Know Starbucks Sets Date For Red Cup Day 2026: What To Know
Starbucks Sets Date For Red Cup Day 2026: What To Know Starbucks is bringing back one of its most popular holiday traditions. The coffeehouse giant announced the return date for Red Cup Day in an Instagram post on Monday, Oct. 26. The annual giveaway will be celebrated on Tuesday, Nov. 17. Customers who buy a holiday beverage will receive a limited-edition reusable holiday cup. "Red Cup Day returns Nov. 17! ❤️," the chain posted. "Get ready for one of Starbucks' most beloved traditions." Starbucks hasn't revealed the design of this year's red cup or announced which holiday drinks will qualify for the promotion. …

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Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak
Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak Flu’s early rise is putting the timing of this season’s peak in focus, but the calendar offers clues rather than guarantees. US influenza activity most often peaks between December and February, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  That means December falls at the beginning of the typical peak window, though the agency’s historical summary does not predict when this season will reach its highest point. February was the most common peak month in the CDC’s historical tally, followed by December. Some seasons peaked in March. An early increase alone does not est…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
CDC Sounds Alarm Over Hard-To-Treat Infections: What To Know CDC Sounds Alarm Over Hard-To-Treat Infections: What To Know CDC Sounds Alarm Over Hard-To-Treat Infections: What To Know
CDC Sounds Alarm Over Hard-To-Treat Infections: What To Know Germs that can outsmart lifesaving medicines are posing a growing threat, and the CDC’s latest assessment identifies which ones warrant the greatest concern. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s new “Antimicrobial Resistance Threats Report” identifies 19 threats responsible for an estimated 9.7 million infections and 50,800 deaths annually in the US. Infections associated with hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare settings account for more than 42,000 of those deaths and nearly $12 billion in medical costs, according to the CDC report. Antimicrobial resistance develops…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Wolf Bites Toddler At ZooAmerica In Hersheypark, Parents Sentenced: Court Docs Wolf Bites Toddler At ZooAmerica In Hersheypark, Parents Sentenced: Court Docs Wolf Bites Toddler At ZooAmerica In Hersheypark, Parents Sentenced: Court Docs
Wolf Bites Toddler At ZooAmerica In Hersheypark, Parents Sentenced: Court Docs The parents of a toddler bitten by a wolf at ZooAmerica in Hersheypark while they were allegedly distracted by their cellphones have learned their fate, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Carrie Bryant Sortor, 44, and Stephen James Basil Wilson, 62, both of Lititz, Lancaster County, were charged with first-degree misdemeanor endangering the welfare of children after their 17-month-old son was injured at ZooAmerica in Hershey, Dauphin County, in April. The incident happened around 11:35 a.m. on Saturday, April 4, when the unsupervised toddler squeezed t…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Daylight Saving Countdown: When Do Clocks Change? Daylight Saving Countdown: When Do Clocks Change? Daylight Saving Countdown: When Do Clocks Change?
Daylight Saving Countdown: When Do Clocks Change? The countdown is on: Daylight saving time ends in days, and a familiar clock ritual will shake up daily routines. Clocks across most of the US turn back one hour at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, Nov. 1, returning to 1 a.m., according to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. That puts the switch just eight days away. The return to standard time brings an extra hour that night, potentially allowing more sleep. But there’s a trade-off: Evening darkness will arrive earlier by the clock. Sunrise also shifts earlier, bringing more morning light. The reset does not create or erase da…

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by Joe Lombardi
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New Netflix Arrivals: Your November Watchlist Starts Here New Netflix Arrivals: Your November Watchlist Starts Here New Netflix Arrivals: Your November Watchlist Starts Here
New Netflix Arrivals: Your November Watchlist Starts Here Your Netflix watchlist is about to get crowded. November’s arrivals offer plenty of reasons to keep the remote close. Returning series, holiday movies, true-crime documentaries, and live football fill Netflix’s November lineup.  Here’s what’s coming and when to watch. “Mike Tyson: Return of the Mike” arrives Tuesday, Nov. 3. The former heavyweight champion trades punches for personal stories in a one-man comedy special.  “St. Denis Medical” also adds season two, following an overworked staff at an Oregon hospital as they juggle patients and workplace chaos. “A Dog’s Perfec…

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