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National Interest
This Brief Routine May Lift Your Spirits, Sharpen Focus: Study
A better mood may be closer than you think, with a small study suggesting that 10 minutes could make a difference. Researchers at the University of Tsukuba in Japan found that a brief session of very slow running improved mood and performance on a mental task compared with sitting quietly. The findings, published in Imaging Neuroscience, suggest that even gentle running may offer immediate benefits for healthy young adults. Researchers recruited 24 participants: 13 men and 11 women. All were healthy, right-handed, and had no history of neurological or psychiatric conditions. Each pa…
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NY House Candidate’s
Bdsm-m
odeling Past Shockingly Resurfaces
A Long Island congressional candidate has a surprising past: modeling BDSM gear for a fetish sex shop. Chris Gallant, a 37-year-old Democrat, appeared in multiple photos for “Mr S Leather,” a San Francisco-based company selling a variety of products on its XXX-rated website, the New York Post reported Sunday, Sept. 13. Gallant’s attorney confirmed to the Post that he’d appeared in the pics. Pictures of Gallant were wiped from the internet — at his request, according to his lawyer’s comments to the Post — but are still visible on archived versions of the site. They can be found from 2011 to…
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NJ Man Indicted After He Uploaded Nude Photos Of Foster Children: Prosecutor
A 44-year-old Point Pleasant man was indicted on charges of he uploaded nude images of foster children he was caring for, authorities announced. John Olson was indicted by a grand jury on charges of distribution of child sexual abuse material, four counts of manufacturing of child sexual abuse material and possession of child sexual abuse material, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. An investigation into John Olson began following a cybertip that he was uploading child pornography via the Kik app, Billhimer said. On Friday, Aug. 22, 2025, detectives and a SWAT team…
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Traffic Stop Leads To Yonkers Man Busted For Weed, Money Laundering In NJ: Police
A 24-year-old Yonkers man was arrested and hit with drug charges following a traffic stop in Denville on Thursday, Sept. 10, authorities said. At 7:11 p.m., officers conducted a motor vehicle stop after observing a vehicle traveling on Route 46 East in a careless manner, Denville police said. During the traffic stop, officers found more than 25 pounds of marijuana, a large quantity of cash and drug-related paraphernalia, police said. The driver, Ebraheem Al-Zanam was arrested and charged with possession and distribution of marijuana over 25 lbs., money laundering and …
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More US Measles Deaths Of 2026 Reported
All of the measles deaths reported in the United States so far this year have occurred in Pennsylvania, where a third resident has died amid the nation’s largest outbreak, officials said. A 40-year-old Jefferson County woman died Saturday, Sept. 12, from complications associated with measles, Coroner Greg Furlong announced. Her name was not released, and the coroner did not disclose her vaccination status. “This is a heartbreaking loss for the family and an unfortunate reminder that measles can be a serious and potentially life-threatening disease,” Furlong said. The death is Jefferson Co…
National Interest
Accidental Exposure To Highly Toxic Liquid Leaves HS Football Player Critically Ill
A high school football player is fighting through severe health complications after an accidental encounter with a highly toxic substance. Zach Brown, a junior offensive lineman at Lake Cormorant High School in DeSoto County, Mississippi, became critically ill after exposure to paraquat, a powerful agricultural herbicide. Brown initially received medical care in Mississippi before being transferred to Texas Children's Hospital in Houston for specialized treatment. He was also evaluated for a possible lung transplant, according to information shared by those supporting his family. Loved one…
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Missing Newlywed Dominick Bianchi Found Dead In Wooded NY Area, Police Say
A New York newlywed who disappeared from his home has been found dead, police announced. Dominick Bianchi, 35, of East Greenbush, was found dead in a wooded area, the East Greenbush Police Department said late Sunday, Sept. 13, nearly five days after he had been reported missing. Police did not say where or when Bianchi was found or release details about his death. His wife, Julianna Zyra, told ABC affiliate WTEN during the search that Bianchi had Type 1 diabetes and she was unsure whether he could monitor his blood sugar because his continuous glucose monitor was paired to the phone h…
National Interest
Charlie Kirk Statue, Sign Defaced Days After Unveiling On Anniversary Of His Death
A memorial unveiled only days ago has already been vandalized, prompting a police investigation and a pledge to repair the damage. Turning Point USA said the 8-foot bronze memorial statue honoring conservative influencer Charlie Kirk outside its Phoenix, Arizona, headquarters was vandalized overnight and discovered Sunday, Sept. 13. Red spray paint covered portions of the statue, while a nearby religious sign was also defaced. Photos released by Turning Point USA show red paint across the statue’s face, neck, torso, and left hand. An X was painted over the face, while a sad face was sprayed…
National Interest
Charlie Kirk Statue, Sign Defaced Days After Unveiling On Anniversary Of His Death
A memorial unveiled only days ago has already been vandalized, prompting a police investigation and a pledge to repair the damage. Turning Point USA said the 8-foot bronze memorial statue honoring conservative influencer Charlie Kirk outside its Phoenix, Arizona, headquarters was vandalized overnight and discovered Sunday, Sept. 13. Red spray paint covered portions of the statue, while a nearby religious sign was also defaced. Photos released by Turning Point USA show red paint across the statue’s face, neck, torso, and left hand. An X was painted over the face, while a sad face was sprayed…
National Interest
Charlie Kirk Statue, Sign Defaced Days After Unveiling On Anniversary Of His Death
A memorial unveiled only days ago has already been vandalized, prompting a police investigation and a pledge to repair the damage. Turning Point USA said the 8-foot bronze memorial statue honoring conservative influencer Charlie Kirk outside its Phoenix, Arizona, headquarters was vandalized overnight and discovered Sunday, Sept. 13. Red spray paint covered portions of the statue, while a nearby religious sign was also defaced. Photos released by Turning Point USA show red paint across the statue’s face, neck, torso, and left hand. An X was painted over the face, while a sad face was sprayed…
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Fugitive With NY, NJ Criminal History Wanted In 21-Shot PA Bar Ambush Caught In Turnpike Chase
A man wanted for firing 21 rounds at five people outside a Pennsylvania bar was captured after a 15-mile Turnpike pursuit ended with troopers disabling his vehicle, police announced late Friday, Sept. 11. Kio Manuel Dejesus-Pena, 42, of Lewistown, was arrested early Friday after a license plate reader alerted a Pennsylvania State Police trooper to his vehicle near mile marker 250, according to an updated release from the Lewistown Police Department. The trooper was monitoring traffic through a construction zone when the alert connected the registration to Dejesus-Pena and an active warrant …
National Interest
September's Full Moon Offers More Than One Night To Watch
One of autumn’s signature sky displays is approaching, and catching it will offer more flexibility than a single night outdoors. The Harvest Moon will rise in the east shortly after sunset on Saturday, Sept. 26, according to NASA’s September skywatching guide. Saturn will appear nearby, adding another easy-to-spot object to the evening sky. The moon reaches its full phase at 12:49 p.m. EDT that day, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. For viewers in the Northeast, the evening rise will offer a chance to see it. No need to limit plans to Saturday. The moon will appear nearly full on Frid…
National Interest
US Flags Serious Concern In New Overseas Travel Update
Americans planning a European getaway are being urged to review federal safety guidance before beginning their trips. The US State Department updated its travel advisory for Italy on Thursday, Sept. 10, while keeping the country at “Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution.” The advisory cites the risk of terrorism. Italy remains open to travelers, and the department is not telling Americans to cancel their plans. Level 2 calls for heightened awareness. It is one step below “Level 3: Reconsider Travel.” The State Department says there is a risk of terrorist attacks and other terrorist activity …
National Interest
First Posthumous Dolly Parton Song Released Following Music Legend's Death: Listen
Dolly Parton's unmistakable voice is being heard on a new release just weeks after the country music legend's death. "Bound to Ride," Parton's first posthumous song, was released Wednesday, Sept. 9, with The First Ladies of Bluegrass. The traditional mountain song is the first single from an upcoming all-star tribute to bluegrass pioneers The Stanley Brothers. Parton recorded her vocals in 2022 during a COVID-19 surge, Rolling Stone reported. She worked alone from her home studio while The First Ladies of Bluegrass recorded the instrumental track separately. The group features …
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This Quick Step Could Help You Avoid A Costly Surprise, IRS Says
An overlooked calculation could leave workers with less money each payday or an unwelcome surprise when they file their taxes. The IRS recommends checking federal income tax withholding at least once a year. Its free online Tax Withholding Estimator helps employees determine whether their employers are taking the right amount from their pay. Withhold too little, and a worker could face an additional tax bill and possibly penalties. Withhold too much, and take-home pay shrinks while more money goes toward a potential refund. The agency’s withholding guidance highlights several situations th…
Weather
Here’s Which NJ Towns Got The Most Rain From Sunday’s Storm
Rainfall totals topped 8 inches in parts of New Jersey Sunday, Sept. 13, with several other communities picking up 4 to 5 inches. Preliminary totals have been released by the National Weather Service and show which areas took the biggest soaking. Scroll to the bottom of this news article to search by town for the totals. A Montclair observation topped the reports at 8.51 inches as of 12:10 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Another observation in the township measured 2.61 inches. In Bergen County, Paramus led the observations at 4.92 inches, followed by Emerson at 3.84 inche…
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Arrest Made In Murder Of NJ Native, NY State Police Say
A 48-year-old New York man has been charged with murder six weeks after a woman was found stabbed to death inside her home, State Police said. Tucker J. Taylor, 48, of Ausable Forks, New York, was arrested Sunday, Sept. 13, in connection with the murder of Patricia “Pattie” Lawrence, 54, in the Essex County town of Jay, according to New York State Police. Lawrence was found dead inside her home at 150 Carey Road around 10:05 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, troopers said. An autopsy the next day determined she died from severe hemorrhaging caused by stab wounds to her neck. Her death was ruled a homic…
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Runners Question Half Marathon Organizers After 'Bachelorette' Star Shows Flooded NJ Course
Race organizers are facing backlash after runners were left wading through waist-high floodwater during a half marathon Sunday morning, Sept. 13, through Saddle River County Park in Bergen County. Floodwaters overtook portions of the Racefaster Half Marathon course along the bridges in the Paramus and Fair Lawn area as torrential downpours battered the region. Video shared by Zac Clark, who was a contestant on Season 16 of "The Bachelorette," shows runners pushing through waist-high water along the course. “Bro, this is nuts,” said Clark, as he waded through the water near Red Mi…
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NJ Police Department Loses Second Officer In Matter Of Weeks
A New Jersey police department is mourning its second officer in a matter of weeks, a loss the chief called another “incredible blow.” Secaucus Police Officer Matthew Kirvin, Badge No. 182, died on Saturday, Sept. 12, according to a statement from Secaucus Police Chief Dennis Miller. His cause of death was not disclosed. On Monday, Aug. 24, the department lost Lt. Thomas “TJ” Malanka Jr., after a battle with brain cancer. “With the passing of Lieutenant Malanka still fresh in our hearts the loss of Police Officer Matthew Kirvin has struck another incredible blow to our department in a …
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Child Burned On Police Motorcycle At NJ Town's National Night Out, Lawsuit Says
A mother has filed a lawsuit against a New Jersey borough, its police department, and one of its officers, claiming that her child suffered a serious burn after being placed on a hot police motorcycle during National Night Out in 2025 (see lawsuit attached at the bottom of this news article). Nicole Scarpa filed the lawsuit on behalf of herself and her child, identified only as V.S., against the Borough of Florham Park, its police department and an unidentified police officer, on Aug. 31, in Morris County Superior Court. The mother and child were attending National Night Out, a national com…
National Interest
DHS Issues Statement After Months-Long Stalking Case Ends In Fatal Restaurant Shooting
A months-long stalking case that ended with a woman being chased down and killed outside a restaurant is now drawing federal scrutiny over the suspect’s immigration history. The Department of Homeland Security said Friday, Sept. 11, that Rohit Rohit, 22, entered the US illegally from India through Arizona in August 2023 and was arrested by US Border Patrol before being released into the country. DHS issued the statement three days after authorities said he fatally shot 38-year-old Shalini Thakur outside a Panera Bread in Sacramento, California. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office …
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Flooding Shuts Down Major NJ Highways, Swamps Roads Across State
Flooding shut down stretches of several major New Jersey highways Sunday morning, Sept. 13, as initial reports showed severe flooding on some local roads. BERGEN Main Street in Hackensack was flooded near the Route 4 entrance as of 2:30 p.m., according to a clip shared by the Hackensack Fire Department. Route 17 was closed northbound north of Central Avenue in Rochelle Park as of 9:56 a.m., according to NJDOT. One of two southbound lanes was also closed. In Fair Lawn, a rescue crew used a boat to save two people stranded on the roof of their vehicle after it became surrounded by floodwate…
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Urgent Warning Issued Over Electrical Dangers Found In Power Washers
Federal regulators are warning about two types of power washers over electrical hazards that could lead to serious injuries or death. The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued warnings for Le Hao Tool and HOTFINE pressure washers on Thursday, Sept. 10. The machines lack safety protections designed to prevent electric shock and electrocution. About 3,100 Le Hao Tool pressure washers were originally recalled in April. The pressure washers lack an integrated immersion protection device on or near the power plug, also known as a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI). Le Hao Too…
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Scammers Sending Fake MyChart Messages To Steal Personal Info: What To Know
A growing scam is targeting MyChart users with fake offers for free Medicare health kits, tricking some victims into handing over personal and financial information. At least 41 health systems nationwide have warned patients about the phishing campaign, according to Becker's Hospital Review. The messages may offer free products like "MyChart Medicare Kits," "Medicare Health Kits," or "Senior Health Packages." The scam often starts with an email or text that appears to come from MyChart, which is a patient portal developed by Epic Systems. Some emails use subject lines like "Your M…
National Interest
Visit To Supermarket Giant Leads To Fox Anchor's Lawsuit
A trip to an upscale grocery store allegedly left a cable news anchor with injuries she says will last a lifetime. Fox Business anchor Jackie DeAngelis, 46, is suing Whole Foods Market over a dog attack inside the chain’s Columbus Circle store in Manhattan, according to court documents. The New York Post first reported the lawsuit. The attack happened at the Whole Foods at Columbus Circle on Sept. 20, 2023, the complaint says. DeAngelis was shopping when a black pit bull allegedly bit her left hand, according to Mediaite. The dog and its owner left the store before police arrived, acc…
Your Community
$2.35M NJ Home's Hidden 'Ultimate Garage' Is Car Lover's Dream
A 1903 Victorian home in Bergen County is on the market for $2.35 million, but the real showstopper may be tucked away behind it. The seven-bedroom home at 235 Kinderkamack Road in Emerson is being sold with an adjacent property at 18 Jefferson Ave. that includes a 1,395-square-foot, three-bay garage built for serious car enthusiasts. The garage was featured in a 2007 Travel Channel episode called “Fantasy Garages,” according to the listing and longtime owner Steve D’Gerolamo. The garage and landscaping were designed to give the property a secluded feel despite its location along Kinde…
National Interest
Recall Issued For Cheese Sold In Seven States, Including NJ: What To Check
A cheese recall is urging shoppers to check their purchases before taking another bite. Whole Foods Market is recalling Fromagerie Coop de Mean Cabricharme cheese sold at 18 stores in seven states, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The cheese contains egg lysozyme, an egg white protein that was not declared on its label. People with an egg allergy or severe sensitivity could suffer a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they eat it. The stores sold the affected cheese in their special…
Breaking News
Man Posted Bizarre 9/11 Rant Before Storming Yankee Stadium Field With Palestinian Flag
Kelly Marcucci didn't exactly make it difficult for authorities to identify him after storming the field with a Palestinian flag at Yankee Stadium on Friday, Sept. 11, during the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Marcucci, 38, whose Facebook page says he's from Riverhead, NY, was wearing a jersey with his own name emblazoned across the back when he ran onto the field during the seventh inning of the Yankees-Mets Subway Series game, according to video from the stands and the NYPD. It didn't take security long to tackle Marcucci and take him into custody. The NY Post says the incident happened e…
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4 Fully Vaccinated PA Residents Get Measles As Outbreak Reaches 676 Cases, Highest In US
Four fully vaccinated Pennsylvanians have tested positive for measles — the first breakthrough cases identified during the state’s ongoing outbreak, health officials said Friday, Sept. 12. The patients include three adults and one child from Centre, Jefferson, Lancaster, and Lycoming counties, Pennsylvania Health Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen said during a live update. None was hospitalized. The cases are rare and account for less than 1 percent of Pennsylvania’s 676 confirmed measles infections this year, Bogen said. The statewide total now spans 37 counties and includes 124 hospitalizations …
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NJ Mom Behind $27K ‘Philly Princess’ Prom Castle Gets Prison In PPP Fraud
A New Jersey mom who once spent $27,000 to turn a Philadelphia lot into a Cinderella-style prom castle for her daughter has been sentenced to federal prison for a $535,000 pandemic-relief fraud scheme, the USDOJ Eastern District of Pennsylvania announced. Treva Harris, 50, of Medford, was sentenced Friday, Sept. 11, to 12 months and one day in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for bank fraud, U.S. Attorney David Metcalf announced. U.S. District Judge John F. Murphy also ordered Harris to pay $535,000 in restitution, a $7,500 fine, and a $100 special assessmen…
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PA Teacher, Basketball Coach Sent Nudes To Undercover NJ ‘Girl,’ Hoarded Child Porn: DA
A former Manheim Township High School teacher and girls’ basketball coach has been sentenced after admitting he sent nude photos to who he believed was a 14-year-old girl in New Jersey and possessed dozens of child pornography images and videos, prosecutors said. David Sean Burkhart, 45, of the 700 block of Scott Lane in Warwick Township, pleaded guilty Aug. 31 to three counts of sexual abuse of children, one count of unlawful contact with a minor, and two counts of criminal use of a communication facility, according to a release issued Friday, Sept. 11. Burkhart exchanged explicit messages…
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