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Blood Moon Eclipse Coming This Week: Here's When, What To Know
Skywatchers across North America are in for a treat as the moon prepares to undergo a stunning transformation during a total lunar eclipse, commonly known as a blood moon. This remarkable phenomenon occurs when the Earth aligns directly between the moon and the sun, casting a shadow that turns the moon a captivating reddish hue. This celestial event is scheduled to take place overnight from Thursday, March 13, into Friday, March 14. Enthusiasts in North America will have an excellent opportunity to observe the peak of the eclipse, which is expected to occur between 2:26 a.m. an…
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Backstreet Boy’s Son Shines On ‘American Idol’
Baylee Littrell, son of Backstreet Boys legend Brian Littrell, took a major step in his music career Sunday night, March 9, earning a golden ticket to Hollywood on ‘American Idol.’ The 21-year-old from Atlanta, GA, performed an original song before judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie during the season premiere on FOX. “Something about you looks familiar,” Underwood told Littrell during his audition. Littrell, who grew up surrounded by music, said he hopes to “do his dad justice” with his talent. “I guess you can say music runs in our family,” he said. Despite his musica…
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Sharp Rise In Fentanyl Poisoning Among US Children Revealed In New Study
A new study has revealed a staggering surge in fentanyl poisonings among children and teens across the US, with cases skyrocketing by more than 1,100 percent between 2015 and 2023. The findings, published in the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, highlight the growing threat posed by the deadly synthetic opioid, particularly as counterfeit pills flood the illicit market. The study examined nonfatal fentanyl exposures reported to US poison centers from 2015 to 2023, analyzing cases involving children and adolescents aged 0–19. Researchers found a dramatic increase in poisonin…
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Worker Fatally Struck By Payloader At Long Island Mason Yard: Police
A Long Island worker was fatally struck by a payloader at a mason yard in North Lawrence, Nassau County police announced on Monday, March 10. Michael Porter, 54, of Bellport, was hit by a large payloader operated by a 33-year-old male employee at the business located at 4 Johnson Road, according to detectives. Officers responded to the scene at 9:01 a.m. on Monday, March 10, and Porter was transported by a Nassau County Police Ambulance to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead by a hospital physician, authorities said. The investigation remains ongoing, according to the Nassa…
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Trump, CAIR, SJP Release Statements On Columbia Protest Organizer Held By ICE In NJ
A Columbia University graduate detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is now at the center of a political firestorm as the Trump administration slashes federal funding to the school and enforces new visa restrictions targeting international students linked to protests. Mahmoud Khalil Detained Amid Federal Crackdown Mahmoud Khalil, a lawful permanent resident and recent Columbia graduate, was taken into custody by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Saturday, March 8, outside his university-owned apartment in New York City. ICE claims his student visa was revoked, but …
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Elon Musk Blames Cyberattack After X Hit By Waves Of Outages
Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, has experienced separate significant waves of outages which the billionaire entrepreneur attributes to a potential cyberattack. The issues began around 6 a.m. Eastern time on Monday, March 10 when approximately 20,538 users reported problems, according to DownDetector, a site that tracks outages, The outages subsided briefly before resurging, with nearly 40,000 users reporting issues by 10 a.m. Since then, around 26,000 additional reports have been logged as of 12:30 p.m. ET. Many users said that the app would not load properly and posts were not…
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Driver, 32, Dies After Truck Hits Tree, Overturns On Long Island
A 32-year-old man has died following a single-vehicle crash on Long Island. Joseph Scappatore, of Greenlawn, succumbed to injuries sustained when his Chevrolet pickup truck struck a tree on Greenlawn Road near Ducharme Lane in Greenlawn, Suffolk County Police announced Monday, March 10. The wreck happened at around 9:30 p.m. Sunday, March 9, as Daily Voice reported. Scappatore was heading northbound on Greenlawn Road when his vehicle left the roadway, crashed into a tree, and overturned, police said. He was taken by ambulance to Stony Brook University Hospital in critical condition. No ot…
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S'mores Started Massive Brush Fire Outside Hamptons, Officials Say
A family attempting to make s’mores in their backyard accidentally sparked several brush fires that burned hundreds of acres on Long Island, authorities said. An investigation by Suffolk County Police Arson Section detectives determined that high winds spread embers from a Manorville backyard on Cozine Road after the family attempted to start a fire for s’mores, the agency announced Monday, March 10. “It’s believed strong winds spurred additional fires from embers leading to the brush fires,” Suffolk County Police said. Detectives are continuing to speak with witnesses and investigate tips,…
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NY Helps Reach Major 2025 EV Target In Decade-Long Clean Energy Push
A group of states has reached its collective goal to get more drivers to use electric vehicles by 2025. More than 3.3 million EVs are now registered across the ten states, the Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management said in a news release on Monday, Mar. 10. The group includes Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York. Ten governors signed a memorandum of understanding in 2013, aiming to reach the 3.3 million mark by 2025. At the time, just 87,506 electric cars were on the road in those states. The new report confirmed that as of Tu…
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Missing American Sudiksha Konanki Vanishes During Beach Walk In DR
The search is on for a University of Pittsburgh student from Virginia who vanished while on vacation in the Dominican Republic. An "exhaustive" international search involving the US and Dominican Republic officials has been launched for Chantilly native Sudiksha Konanki, 20, who has not been heard from since last week. Konanki was reported missing on Thursday, March 6, while vacationing with five friends at a resort in Punta Cana, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office. Konanki, a citizen of India and permanent US resident, has not been seen since around 4:15 a.m. that …
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Ex-Olympian Accused Of Ordering Murders Added To FBI's Most Wanted List
In a stunning fall from grace, a former once celebrated for his prowess on the slopes, now finds himself at the center of a chilling manhunt. Accused of orchestrating a deadly drug trafficking operation that spans continents, Ryan Wedding, age 43, has been placed on the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list, joining the ranks of the most notorious criminals in America. Once an icon of athleticism, Wedding now faces serious allegations, including multiple murders linked to his alleged drug empire. As authorities intensify their search, a $10 million reward has been offered for informat…
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Serious Safety Risk Warning Issued For Americans In Mexico On Spring Break
As spring breakers head to Mexico, the US State Department is warning travelers about serious safety risks. Related story - US Travel Advisory Expanded: These 23 Nations Now Under Warning Recent incidents involving American tourists have raised alarms, necessitating immediate attention from those planning trips south of the border. Travelers are urged to remain vigilant and informed to ensure their safety during this popular travel season. Important Safety Concerns Every year, thousands of US citizens visit Mexico for spring break, drawn by its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture…
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Grocery Shoppers Pivot As Inflation Reshapes Spending
As inflation continues to strain household budgets, consumers are scaling back purchases of both name-brand and private-label snacks and drinks. TreeHouse Foods, a leading manufacturer of private-label products for major retailers like Walmart and Trader Joe’s, is now feeling the pinch, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. After initially benefiting from consumers shifting toward budget-friendly options, TreeHouse is now seeing slower sales growth as rising costs for essentials like coffee and eggs impact spending, the outlet said. Once a growth driver, private-lab…
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Small Plane Crashes, Explodes At Pennsylvania Retirement Community: Officials
A plane crashed and exploded near a retirement community in Lancaster County, injuring multiple people and triggering a massive emergency response on Sunday, March 9, officials said. The aircraft, a Beechcraft A36TC Bonanza registered as N347M and owned by Jam Zoom Yayos LLC, went down near Fairview Drive and Meadowview Court in Manheim Township at 3:18 p.m., according to emergency dispatchers. The 1981-manufactured plane had five occupants, all of whom survived but sustained injuries of varying severity. New video from the plane crash site in Manheim Township, Pennsylvania. Reports of m…
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Columbia University Protest Organizer, Green Card Holder, Held By ICE On Unknown Charges
A Columbia University graduate who helped organize the campus’s Gaza solidarity encampment has been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), despite being a legal permanent resident, advocates say. DHS Agents Detain Activist At His Home Mahmoud Khalil was taken into custody by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officers at his New York City home around 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 8, according to advocates. The two plainclothes agents allegedly followed Khalil and his eight-months-pregnant wife into their apartment building—owned by Columbia—before confronting him without id…
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New Details Emerge, ID Released Of 27-Year-Old Shot During Confrontation Near White House
New details have emerged, including the identity of a 27-year-old man who was shot by US Secret Service personnel near the White House overnight. The agency confirmed the incident shortly after it occurred right after midnight Sunday morning, March 9, noting that President Donald Trump was not at the White House at the time. Trump is spending the weekend at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. The man, who has been identified as Andrew Dawson, whose last known address is North Manchester, Indiana, was transported to a hospital with critical injuries, according to The Washington Post. No Secre…
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US Travel Advisory Expanded: These 23 Nations Now Under Warning
In a significant move to safeguard American travelers, the US Department of State has updated its travel advisory system, identifying 23 nations where heightened caution is urged. The advisory system evaluates a range of risks, including crime, terrorism, civil unrest, health threats, and natural disasters. The State Department reviews Level 1 and 2 advisories annually, while Level 3 and 4 warnings are reassessed every six months. According to a department statement, "A Travel Advisory will also be updated anytime there is a change in US government posture, normally as it relat…
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Four Long Island Hospitals, Eight Others In NY Ranked Among Nation's Best: See The Full List
When it comes to medical care, not all hospitals are created equally, and patients want the best treatment available, whether it's for a routine procedure or a life-saving intervention. Newsweek has released its World's Best Hospitals 2025 list. The rankings, created in collaboration with global data firm Statista, scored hospitals based on expert surveys, patient experience, and hospital performance metrics. Eleven hospitals in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic earned spots among the top 250 worldwide. The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore was ranked No. 4 glob…
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NY Ranked Among Top States For Women, New Study Says: Here's Why
Women in several Northeast states have some of the best opportunities in the country, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best & Worst States for Women on Monday, Mar. 3. The study's release also ties into International Women's Day, which is on Saturday, Mar. 8. All 50 states and Washington, DC, were rated across 25 key metrics. The statistics measured economic opportunities, healthcare quality, and safety for women. The findings highlight stark disparities nationwide, with some states offering significantly better conditions for women than othe…
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US Cracking Down On Egg Smuggling From Mexico As Prices Soar
With egg prices at record highs, authorities are seeing a sharp increase in smuggling operations attempting to bring eggs across the US-Mexico border. US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has reported a surge in egg seizures, as rising costs drive some travelers to attempt sneaking in eggs despite strict import bans. The San Diego Field Office said Thursday, Feb. 27, that egg interceptions have increased 158 percent since the start of the 2024 fiscal year. The main culprit behind soaring egg prices? A devastating avian flu outbreak that has affected 166 million birds in the US since …
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Alert Issued For USPS Scam Text: Here's What To Know
A new scam is targeting people with fraudulent text messages pretending to be from the United States Postal Service (USPS)—and officials are urging caution. The US Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) is warning customers about a rise in phishing and smishing attacks, where fraudsters send fake texts and emails that appear to come from USPS. The messages often claim that a package is delayed or that a payment is due, directing recipients to click a link that steals personal information. How To Identify A Fake USPS Message Postal inspectors say these scams are becoming more advanced, but ther…
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What Is Hantavirus? Gene Hackman's Wife Died From Rodent-Transmitted Disease, Officials Say
A rare but serious virus linked to rodents claimed the life of Betsy Arakawa, the wife of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, health officials said. Arakawa, 65, died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome on Tuesday, Feb. 11, a full week before the 95-year-old Hackman died from cardiovascular disease and advanced Alzheimer’s, New Mexico’s chief medical examiner revealed at a press conference Friday, March 7. The couple of more than 35 years–along with one of their three dogs–was found dead inside their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Wednesday, Feb. 26, as Daily Voice reported. Hantavirus is …
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A person was struck and killed by a Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) train on Friday afternoon, March 7. The incident happened near the Copiague station, near Great Neck Road and Railroad Avenue, shortly before 4 p.m. A "trespasser" was on the tracks when they were struck by a train, an MTA spokesperson told Daily Voice. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. There are scattered delays on the Babylon Branch due to trespasser being struck by a train near Copiague. See https://t.co/LYwhwafjfY or use the TrainTime app for the latest updates. pic.twitter.com/3Cl5rUnnh1 — LIRR (@LIRR) Mar…
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Scammers Stole Taylor Swift Eras Tour Tickets In $600K+ Queens-Based Scheme, Prosecutors Say
Taylor Swift fans are hoping "Karma" comes to whoever scammed them out of expensive tickets to The Eras Tour. Two people were accused of stealing nearly 1,000 tickets to high-demand events, including the popstar's record-breaking concert tour. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced arrests in the case in a news release on Monday, Mar. 3. Tyrone Rose, 20, of Kingston, Jamaica, and Shamara Simmons, 31, of Queens, NY, were facing charges including grand larceny, conspiracy, and computer tampering. "These defendants tried to use the popularity of Taylor Swift…
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Hidden Camera Catches Caretaker Punching, Grabbing Elderly Woodmere Woman, Police Say
An elderly Long Island woman was physically abused by a woman tasked with caring for her, police said. The 83-year-old Woodmere resident’s legal guardian grew concerned after discovering severe bruising on the woman’s body in late February, Nassau County Police said. When the guardian questioned the victim’s caretaker, 36-year-old Merlyn Fredericks, she said the victim had fallen on multiple occasions, police said. The concerned legal guardian then placed a hidden camera inside the home, which captured Fredericks punching, grabbing, and yanking the elderly victim, according to police. Th…
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NJ Company Spent $25M On Every Possible Combo To Win $95M TX Lottery: Reports
Did a company based out of New Jersey rig the Texas lottery? Texas officials are investigating after a company called Rook TX, based in Scotch Plains (Union County) claimed a $95 million jackpot in April 2023 by spending $25 million to buy nearly every possible number combination, the New York Times reported. Rook TX worked with four retailers in Texas to order a significant amount of lottery terminals to achieve every possible number combination, Ryan Mindell, the executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission told the Times. In the three days before the drawing, people went to …
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You Make The Call: Gulf Of America Or Mexico? Vote Now
After President Donald Trump’s executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America, there's been a simmering controversy. Mexico is threatening to sue Google for going with Gulf of America for users in the United States, noting that much of the body of water lies outside US maritime borders in regions controlled by Mexico and Cuba. Apple Maps has also begun labeled it as the Gulf of America. What do you think it should be called? Vote in our poll above. Meanwhile, another platform is pushing back in a unique way — by letting users name the gulf themselves. While renaming …
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Woman Strips Naked Before Southwest Flight's Scheduled Takeoff
A Southwest Airlines plane had to return to the gate after a woman suddenly got up, stripped naked, and ran up and down the aisle for nearly a half-hour. The incident happened on Monday, March 3 on at William P. Hobby Airport in Houston. The Boeing 737 was bound for Phoenix. The woman, whose identity has not been released, was taken away for medical evaluations by the Houston Police Department, according to ABC13 Eyewitness News in Houston, which obtained a video of the incident. Police did not say if the woman would face any charges. In a statement to ABC13, Southwest Airlines…
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Trump Wants Hamas To Release NJ Hostage Edan Alexander: Envoy
"Edan Alexander is an American, and he’s injured—so he’s a top priority for us." That's what President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff told reporters Thursday, March 6, as negotiations intensify for the release of the 20-year-old Tenafly, NJ native still being held hostage by Hamas in Gaza. Alexander is the only remaining Israeli-American hostage believed to still be alive in captivity, the NY Times reports. Witkoff, speaking on the former president’s behalf, expressed frustration with Hamas, calling for immediate transparency in the hostage situation. "We feel Hamas has not bee…
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Woman Who Caused Double Fatal NY Crash Cited For Careless Driving Days Prior: Records
A 25-year-old woman who authorities say caused a wrong-way crash that left her and another motorist dead had been ticketed for similar offenses just days earlier, records show. Sydnie M. Haines, of Blackwood, NJ, was heading east in the westbound lanes of Route 17 in Chester, NY, when she crashed head-on into a 2014 Honda Odyssey around 1:50 a.m. Wednesday, March 5, New York State Police said. Both Haines and the Odyssey’s driver, 54-year-old Mordichy Zafir of Kiamesha Lake, were killed in the collision, authorities said. Records show that just three days earlier, on March 2, Haines wa…
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Steak Your Claim: Texas Wants To Rebrand New York Strip, NY Isn't Biting
A beef between Texas and New York is sizzling. Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is pushing to rename the New York strip steak as the "Texas strip" steak. The Republican said the Texas senate will file a resolution to make the name change official for restaurants and supermarkets in the Lone Star State. Lt. Gov. Patrick argues that the large cattle industry in Texas deserves the credit. "Just because a New York restaurant named Texas beef a New York Strip in the 19th century doesn't mean we need to keep doing that," he said in a social media post on Friday, Feb. 28. New York City resta…
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