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Kids' Biggest Heroes May Come As Surprise, Survey Reveals
The biggest heroes in kids' lives may not need capes, theme music, or superpowers.
Parents are the top role models for children ages 4 to 12, according to a survey published Thursday, July 9, by Talker Research and commissioned by Kiddie Academy.
The survey of 2,000 parents found that children are most likely to look up to people in their everyday lives, according to Talker Research on behalf of Kiddie Academy.
Parents topped the list at 71 percent, followed by teachers at 40 percent, siblings at 37 percent, extended family members at 33 percent, and friends at 31 percent.
Fictional super…
2.5M Eye Drop Bottles Recalled Over 'Foreign Substance,' FDA Says
More than 2.5 million bottles of a prescription eye drop are being recalled nationwide because they may contain a foreign substance.
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. voluntarily recalled 2,530,182 bottles of Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic Suspension, USP, 1%, according to a Food and Drug Administration enforcement report. The recall affects 5 mL, 10 mL, and 15 mL bottles distributed across the US.
According to the FDA, the eye drops were recalled because of the "presence of a foreign substance."
"Prednisolone is a steroid medicine that is used to relieve the redness, itching, and swelling cause…
Fentanyl, Meth, Guns Seized In Albany Raid, Two Suspects Arrested: Police
Two people, including a teenager, were busted with a cache of drugs and weapons in Albany on Wednesday, June 8, police said.
Lamont Bryant, 53, and Equavieair Cooper, 18, both of Albany, were arrested around 10:30 a.m. on the 600 block of Clinton Street, the Albany Police Department said.
Cops executed a search warrant at a home and found fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, a loaded AR .22 rifle, and a loaded 9mm handgun, police said. Bryant and Cooper were each hit with eight drug possession and two gun possession charges.
Both men were arraigned Wednesday in Albany, pleaded not guilty, a…
NY Victim Beaten Unconscious With Baseball Bat And Robbed, Three Arrests Made: Police
A New York teenager led a three-man robbery and assault in the Capital Region that resulted in three arrests, state police said.
Braedon Loveday, 19; Timothy Wilbur, 34; and an 18-year-old man were arrested for the Tuesday, May 19 attack in Ballston Spa, New York State Police said.
Loveday, of Middle Grove, struck the victim multiple times with a baseball bat before snatching his cellphone and cash, investigators said. Wilbur, also of Middle Grove, and the 18-year-old joined in the attack, according to authorities.
The man was beaten unconscious at the scene, and the suspects fled before c…
New Rankings Reveal America's Most Loved Cities
A new travel ranking is giving vacation dreamers a fresh reason to argue over the map.
Travel + Leisure released its 2026 World's Best Awards list of the best cities in the US on Monday, July 7, after readers weighed in on their favorite travel experiences.
The magazine’s readers put Santa Fe, New Mexico, at No. 1 with a score of 88.85, ahead of Charleston, South Carolina, and Savannah, Georgia, according to Travel + Leisure.
Santa Fe also ranked No. 19 among the best cities in the world. Travel + Leisure highlighted its sunshine, food, skiing, and cultural stops, including the Georgia O'K…
Lauren Bennett's Family Shares New Details After Popular Singer's Death At 37
Lauren Bennett’s family is sharing more about the months before her death.
The singer, best known for her featured vocals on LMFAO’s "Party Rock Anthem," died at 37, Daily Voice reported earlier this week.
Her former group, G.R.L., announced her death in an Instagram post on Monday, July 6.
Bennett’s father, Richard Bennett, later shared additional details in an Instagram post, saying the family had no suspicions about the circumstances of her death.
"Months before her death, Lauren experienced a severe reaction to a prescribed medication," he wrote. "As a family, we all rallied around he…
Best, Worst States For Well-Being Revealed: Here's Where New York Ranks
A new state-by-state report says the map of American well-being shows clear winners, troubling warning signs, and one big national disconnect.
The State of the Nation Project released its "State of the States" report as the US approaches its 250th anniversary. StudyFinds reported on the rankings on Friday, July 3.
Minnesota ranked first overall, followed by New Hampshire, Iowa, Vermont, and Massachusetts. Louisiana ranked last among the 51 jurisdictions measured, including all 50 states and Washington, DC.
New Jersey ranked 11th, Maryland ranked 15th, Connecticut ranked 18th, Virginia rank…
Check Fraud Warning: How Scammers Use Fake Payments
A check that looks like free money can quickly turn into a costly trap.
Fake check scams often begin with an unexpected payment tied to a prize, mystery shopping job, online sale, personal assistant offer, or other pitch, according to the Better Business Bureau.
The hook is simple: scammers send a check, tell the recipient to deposit it, then ask for money to be sent back through a wire transfer, gift card, money order, or cryptocurrency.
The check may appear to clear at first. That does not mean it is real.
The Federal Trade Commission says banks must make deposited funds available quick…
Final Words Of Former Rutgers Star Shared By Twin Brother
Former Rutgers defensive lineman Jamil Merrell has died, his twin brother announced in an emotional social media post Tuesday, July 7. He was 36 years old.
"As I write this, I'm sitting beside my twin brother, surrounded by our family, knowing that we're witnessing one of the hardest moments we'll ever have to face," Jamal Merrell wrote. "With tears in our eyes and love in our hearts, I want everyone to know that my twin brother, Jamil, is peacefully transitioning to be with God."
Before his death, Jamil shared one final message with his family, according to his brother.
"It's time fo…
Three Pounds Of Cocaine Seized In Capital Region Traffic Stop: Police
More than three pounds of cocaine were seized in a random traffic stop in the Capital Region, police said.
Lionel J. Manigault, 41, of Brooklyn, was driving through Malta on Interstate 87 on Sunday, July 5 when state troopers pulled him over for a traffic violation, New York State Police said.
Investigators seized at least two packages containing more than 1.5 kilograms of cocaine, authorities said. They also found a “large amount” of cash, according to state police.
Manigault was charged with first- and third-degree drug possession, along with the traffic violations, police said. He was h…
