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$27K Scheme: NY Women Defrauded NYS Disability Assistancy Agency, DA Says $27K Scheme: NY Women Defrauded NYS Disability Assistancy Agency, DA Says
$27K Scheme: NY Women Defrauded NYS Disability Assistancy Agency, DA Says A Rockland County woman is accused of defrauding a state agency out of tens of thousands of dollars by double-dipping with two jobs, prosecutors said.  Lena Samuel, age 47, of New City, was arraigned in Rockland County Court on charges of third-degree grand larceny and 29 counts of first-degree offering a false instrument for filing, Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced Wednesday, Sept. 3.  According to court documents, Samuel worked as a Medical Review Consultant for the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA). From Nov. 25, 2…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
Lunch Break Secrets: Survey Uncovers Surprising Midday Habits Of US Workers Lunch Break Secrets: Survey Uncovers Surprising Midday Habits Of US Workers
Lunch Break Secrets: Survey Uncovers Surprising Midday Habits Of US Workers A new national survey shows how many times employed Americans are skipping lunch during the workweek. The poll of 2,000 workers, including 1,000 parents with school-aged children, found that 55 percent forgo eating on hectic days to stay productive.  Respondents also said they completely forget to eat lunch twice a week on average. Some need reminders to stop for a midday meal, with women more likely than men (63 percent vs. 48 percent) to rely on those prompts. While 63 percent of workers eat a full lunch most days, 37 percent opt for snacks or grazing instead. Some need remi…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
9 People Caught In North Korean Spy Plot That Conned US Companies To Fund Weapons Program: DOJ 9 People Caught In North Korean Spy Plot That Conned US Companies To Fund Weapons Program: DOJ
9 People Caught In North Korean Spy Plot That Conned US Companies To Fund Weapons Program: DOJ A New Jersey man and eight foreign nationals from China and Taiwan have been charged in Boston in what federal officials call a major scheme to secretly funnel money to North Korea’s weapons of mass destruction program. Zhenxing “Danny” Wang of New Jersey was arrested and accused of helping North Korean IT workers pose as Americans to get remote jobs with American companies, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said.  The workers allegedly used stolen identities to land jobs at major businesses, including a defense contractor. Authorities say this scam helped generate at least $5 million …

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by Josh Lanier
Business
Easy Button Returns: How Staples Reimagined 2000s Icon In Social Media Era Easy Button Returns: How Staples Reimagined 2000s Icon In Social Media Era
Easy Button Returns: How Staples Reimagined 2000s Icon In Social Media Era Struggling to think of ways to celebrate a 20th birthday or anniversary? For Staples, "that was easy." Staples is reviving its iconic Easy Button used in many advertising campaigns in the 2000s. The office supply retailer based in Framingham, Massachusetts, announced the red button's comeback in a news release on Wednesday, May 28. Originally launched in 2005, the Easy Button was a huge sensation in offices and schools nationwide. The catchphrase, "That was easy," grew into a widely known pop culture reference in the 2000s, far beyond shoppers looking for pens or printers. Staples is tryin…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Starbucks Slashing 1,100 Corporate Jobs In Major Company Shake-Up Starbucks Slashing 1,100 Corporate Jobs In Major Company Shake-Up
Starbucks Slashing 1,100 Corporate Jobs In Major Company Shake-Up Starbucks is cutting 1,100 corporate jobs as part of a sweeping restructuring plan designed to simplify operations and refocus on its core business. Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol announced the layoffs in a message to employees on Monday, Feb. 24. The job cuts will affect non-retail support employees, as the coffeehouse chain works to streamline leadership and eliminate duplicate roles. Several hundred open but unfilled positions will also be removed. In-store workers and store hours won't be affected Niccol said the decision is part of the company's broader "Back to Starbucks" plan,…

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by Chris Spiker
Politics
Trump Calls For End To Income Tax, Offers Buyouts To 2 Million Federal Employees Trump Calls For End To Income Tax, Offers Buyouts To 2 Million Federal Employees
Trump Calls For End To Income Tax, Offers Buyouts To 2 Million Federal Employees President Donald Trump is calling for the elimination of federal income tax, advocating for a shift to a tariff-based revenue system.  He argues that this approach, which he says previously made the US “richer” and a more “powerful” economy, would mark a pivotal turning point for the nation. "America is going to be very rich again, and it's going to happen very quickly," Trump said during a speech in Florida on Monday, Jan. 27 at the 2025 Republican Issues Conference at the Trump National Doral Miami. "Instead of taxing our citizens to enrich foreign nations, we should be tariffing an…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
These Are 10 Worst Cities For Traffic In US: Brand-New Rankings These Are 10 Worst Cities For Traffic In US: Brand-New Rankings
These Are 10 Worst Cities For Traffic In US: Brand-New Rankings Traffic jams continue to plague urban centers across the United States, leading to lost time, increased costs, and frustration for millions of commuters.  The 2024 INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard sheds light on the cities most affected, providing valuable insights into the challenges faced by drivers. Here are the 10 cities with the worst traffic, according to INRIX: New York City – The Big Apple leads the nation, with drivers losing countless hours in traffic. Chicago – The Windy City ranks second, with congestion remaining a major issue. Los Angeles – LA’s infamous gridlock earns it…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
COVID-19: NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Tests Positive COVID-19: NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Tests Positive
Covid-19: NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Tests Positive New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced she has tested positive for COVID-19.  Hochul said that she received her positive test result on Sunday, May 8, adding that she is not experiencing symptoms.  She said she plans to continue working remotely during the week. "Today I tested positive for COVID-19," Hochul tweeted. "Thankfully, I’m vaccinated and boosted, and I’m asymptomatic. I’ll be isolating and working remotely this week. A reminder to all New Yorkers: get vaccinated and boosted, get tested, and stay home if you don’t feel well." Today I tested positive for COVID-19. Thankfully, I…

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by Nicole Valinote
Politics
COVID-19: Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney Tests Positive COVID-19: Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney Tests Positive
Covid-19: Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney Tests Positive Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney announced he's infected with the COVID-19 virus. The 55-year-old Democrat said he tested positive on Tuesday, Jan. 11, and is experiencing minor symptoms.  Maloney represents New York's 18th congressional district, which includes Newburgh, Beacon, and Poughkeepsie, Putnam County, as well as parts of Northern Westchester. "While I am experiencing minor cold-like symptoms, I’m grateful to be fully vaccinated and boosted, which is protecting me from more severe illness," Maloney said in a statement.  He added that he is in isolation while recovering…

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by Nicole Valinote
News
Don't Fall For It: Beware Of 'Boss Scam,' Authorities Say Don't Fall For It: Beware Of 'Boss Scam,' Authorities Say
Don't Fall For It: Beware Of 'Boss Scam,' Authorities Say Officials are cautioning about “boss scams” that have been making the rounds in the region as fraudsters target vulnerable employees as the latest wave of the COVID-19 pandemic surges. New York Attorney General Letitia James issued an alert warning of “boss scams,” which involve scammers using text messages and emails to pose as employers and request gift cards for alleged work emergencies. James said that the scam has been on the rise during the pandemic as many employees have been working remotely for months, some more than a year. According to James, “an employee receives a text or an …

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by Zak Failla
Politics
COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of NYers Who Say They Gained Weight, Felt Depressed During Pandemic COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of NYers Who Say They Gained Weight, Felt Depressed During Pandemic
Covid-19: Here's Percentage Of NYers Who Say They Gained Weight, Felt Depressed During Pandemic Millions of New Yorkers may experience lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic after reporting weight gain and depression, according to a newly released Siena College study. In a poll conducted between Wednesday, June 16 and Tuesday, June 29 of hundreds of New Yorkers, 49 percent said that they gained weight during the yearlong pandemic, while more than half (51 percent) said that they felt depressed while contending with the 16-month crisis. On the brighter side: 68 percent of those polled said that they believe the worst of COVID-19 is over, and more than half said they will feel comfort…

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by Zak Failla
News
We're Hiring At Daily Voice! We're Hiring At Daily Voice!
We're Hiring At Daily Voice! In this age of consolidations and closings, Cantata Media’s network of local news websites, Daily Voice, is innovative and successful.  The company started in 2018 and now has 120 local sites in five states — Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. We're looking for content producers: a breaking news all-star, someone with a passion for breaking news and the drive to deliver it. Is that you? Our content producers have a sixth sense for what readers want and what they share. They know how to work sources and spot the biggest stories — creating catchy headline…

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by Daily Voice
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Pandemic Leads To Emergence Of Remote Co-Living Spaces COVID-19: Pandemic Leads To Emergence Of Remote Co-Living Spaces
Covid-19: Pandemic Leads To Emergence Of Remote Co-Living Spaces An odd blend of community and isolation is springing up amid the COVID-19 pandemic as people seek to work remotely from interesting spaces. Young professionals who fled big cities at the start of the pandemic in early 2020 are more and more choosing to live in the type of real estate geared toward communal living, according to a Wall Street Journal report. “Many of those who left were seeking fresh air, more space and distance from infection clusters, but they also found the prospect of being isolated in the country daunting,” the article noted. Now shared vacation homes, farms and conve…

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by Kristin Palpini
Business
COVID-19: Survey Reveals Top 10 Things Those Who Haven't Returned To Office Miss Most COVID-19: Survey Reveals Top 10 Things Those Who Haven't Returned To Office Miss Most
Covid-19: Survey Reveals Top 10 Things Those Who Haven't Returned To Office Miss Most Workers who are being forced to work remotely have listed 10 things they miss most about office life, according to a poll conducted by YouGov.  The study was spurred on by a prominent British advertisement by cleaning product company Dettol, which encouraged employees to use disinfectant thoroughly and listed elements of the in-person work experience that currently-remote employees may miss, some questionable.  YouGov asked 1,608 respondents whether they actually missed the supposed pros of in-office work listed by the advertisement:  Seeing workers and friends, 66 percent …

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by Christina Coulter
Real Estate
COVID-19: Many Working Remotely In NYC Looking For 'Winter Homes' In Suburbs COVID-19: Many Working Remotely In NYC Looking For 'Winter Homes' In Suburbs
Covid-19: Many Working Remotely In NYC Looking For 'Winter Homes' In Suburbs The race is on for New Yorkers who have become accustomed to working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic and are already looking to lock down a “winter home” away from the city months before snow is even a threat to start falling. Brokers have been busy in the waning weeks of summer as those working remotely in New York City seek rental properties in the suburbs in advance of winter weather or a potential second wave of COVID-19. Many New Yorkers with jobs in the city have been instructed they may not be returning to the office through at least next summer due to the pandemic, prompting …

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by Zak Failla
Business
COVID-19: Facebook, Google Extend Working From Home To End Of Year COVID-19: Facebook, Google Extend Working From Home To End Of Year
Covid-19: Facebook, Google Extend Working From Home To End Of Year Employees at two of the world’s largest tech companies will largely continue working remotely from home due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Google and Facebook announced that while some offices may slowly reopen, most employees’ work from home policies will be extended through the end of the year. Essential employees for the tech giants may return to the office as soon as July, with additional safety measures in place, but other employees who can work from home have been granted additional flexibility to stay there. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said last month that becau…

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by Zak Failla
Business
COVID-19: YouTube Limits Video Quality To Ease Internet Traffic COVID-19: YouTube Limits Video Quality To Ease Internet Traffic
Covid-19: YouTube Limits Video Quality To Ease Internet Traffic With millions of people around the world confined to their homes due to the novel coronavirus outbreak, YouTube announced it will be adjusting its default video quality to ensure that there is sufficient bandwidth for all users. YouTube videos will automatically stream in standard definition for at least a month, as health officials work to curtail the spread of COVID-19, which has infected nearly 60,000 people in America alone. Other streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+ have taken similar steps overseas, though it is unclear if they will take effect stateside. “We continue to w…

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by Zak Failla
News
COVID-19: Apple Temporarily Closes Stores COVID-19: Apple Temporarily Closes Stores
Covid-19: Apple Temporarily Closes Stores Apple is temporary closing all of its retail stores outside of Greater China amid the outbreak of the novel strain of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The stores will be closed through Friday, March 27, CEO Tim Cook said. Online purchases may still be made at apple.com. "In our workplaces and communities, we must do all we can to prevent the spread of COVID-19," Cook said. In addition, Cook said Apple is committing $15M to help with worldwide recovery.  Cook said employees should work remotely if their job allows, and those whose work requires them to be on site should follow g…

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by Joe Lombardi