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NTSB Makes Urgent Recommendations After Deadly Crash Between Passenger Plane, Army Helicopter NTSB Makes Urgent Recommendations After Deadly Crash Between Passenger Plane, Army Helicopter
NTSB Makes Urgent Recommendations After Deadly Crash Between Passenger Plane, Army Helicopter Federal aviation officials are taking urgent action to prevent future midair collisions after a catastrophic crash between an American Airlines passenger jet and a US Army helicopter over the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued two urgent safety recommendations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Tuesday, March 11, in response to the accident, which killed all 67 people aboard both aircraft. Collision Over DCA The crash occurred around 8:48 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, when the Amer…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Pizza Rolls And Ramen? Totino's, Old El Paso Jump On TikTok Trend With Wild Instant Noodles Pizza Rolls And Ramen? Totino's, Old El Paso Jump On TikTok Trend With Wild Instant Noodles
Pizza Rolls And Ramen? Totino's, Old El Paso Jump On TikTok Trend With Wild Instant Noodles It sounds like a fever dream of someone with a severe case of the munchies – pizza rolls and tacos are mixing with ramen. Old El Paso and Totino's will soon sell their own versions of ramen noodles, General Mills said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 11. The instant dishes will appear at Walmart stores in April. General Mills said "the internet went wild" in January after hearing rumors about the noodles based on Totino's Pizza Rolls. "We know our fans are constantly looking for exciting new ways to enjoy their favorite flavors," said MC Comings, a business unit director for General…

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by Chris Spiker
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$12K Necklace From Luxury US Jeweler Linked To Billionaire Sex Assault Claims: Report $12K Necklace From Luxury US Jeweler Linked To Billionaire Sex Assault Claims: Report
$12K Necklace From Luxury US Jeweler Linked To Billionaire Sex Assault Claims: Report Editor's Note: People purporting to be from the Tancredi Group, who allegedly represent Ali Fayed, have responded to the allegations made in the report. The statement is set out below the article A $12,000 necklace from a high-end Connecticut jeweler is now at the center of disturbing new allegations against Ali Al-Fayed, the brother of late billionaire Mohamed Al-Fayed, in a shocking "60 Minutes Australia" investigation. The exposé, released Sunday, March 10, features explosive claims from a woman identified only as Kim, a former assistant to Egyptian-business Mohamed Al-Fayed. She al…

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by Josh Lanier
Schools
School Board President Resigns Suddenly In Putnam County School Board President Resigns Suddenly In Putnam County
School Board President Resigns Suddenly In Putnam County The school board president of a district in Putnam County has announced his sudden resignation.  Mahopac Board of Education President and Trustee Jonathan Schneider's resignation was announced on Thursday, March 6.  In a statement, the Board expressed gratitude for Schneider’s service, recognizing his dedication and contributions to the district. "His contributions have been valued and his commitment to the District will not be forgotten," the Board wrote.  With Schneider’s departure, Vice President Fernando Martinez will now serve as Acting President, in accordan…

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by Ben Crnic
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New Airline Offering Flights At Long Island's Main Airport: See Where You Can Go New Airline Offering Flights At Long Island's Main Airport: See Where You Can Go
New Airline Offering Flights At Long Island's Main Airport: See Where You Can Go A popular airline in New Haven, Connecticut, is crossing the Long Island Sound and offering flights from a new airport. Avelo Airlines will begin flying from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) in Islip, New York, the company said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 11. The carrier will begin service to three destinations in the late spring. Twice-weekly flights will be offered on Thursdays and Sundays. Avelo will fly to Lakeland, Florida, along with two North Carolina destinations: Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (USA) near Charlotte and Wilmington International Airport…

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by Chris Spiker
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Animal Abuser Let 2-Year-Old Dog Starve To Death In Freezing Hudson Valley Home: DA Animal Abuser Let 2-Year-Old Dog Starve To Death In Freezing Hudson Valley Home: DA
Animal Abuser Let 2-Year-Old Dog Starve To Death In Freezing Hudson Valley Home: DA A Hudson Valley man is accused of abandoning a dog that later starved and froze to death. Ronnie Morris, 38, of Monticello, was indicted for aggravated cruelty to animals by a Sullivan County grand jury on Friday, March 7. An investigation found that Morris abandoned his 2-year-old pit bull, Nala, in a vacant house without electricity while locked in a crate, according to the Sullivan County DA’s office. Nala was left there for several days, and eventually froze/starved to death. Following his arraignment in Sullivan County Supreme Court, Morris was released on his own recognizance. If c…

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by Michael Mashburn
Business
Tesla Owners Disguise Vehicles As Stock Craters, Trump Calls Elon Musk Boycott 'Illegal' Tesla Owners Disguise Vehicles As Stock Craters, Trump Calls Elon Musk Boycott 'Illegal'
Tesla Owners Disguise Vehicles As Stock Craters, Trump Calls Elon Musk Boycott 'Illegal' Tesla is losing its charge with many Americans as billionaire CEO Elon Musk faces plummeting sales, a freefalling stock, growing protests, and car owners distancing themselves from the controversial brand. The electric automaker's stock has more than lost all of its post-Election Day gains. Tesla shares stood at $288.53 on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, and hit an all-time high of around $480 in mid-December before beginning a sharp decline. By early March, shares fell below what they posted the day after Election Day. Tesla opened for trading at $225.11 on Tuesday, Mar. 11, marking abo…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Car Hits Tree, Catches Fire In Brewster: Driver Hospitalized Car Hits Tree, Catches Fire In Brewster: Driver Hospitalized
Car Hits Tree, Catches Fire In Brewster: Driver Hospitalized A vehicle crashed into a tree and burst into flames in Putnam County, leaving the driver hospitalized, firefighters said. The crash happened outside the Brewster Elks Club at Route 22 and Milltown Road around 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 9, according to the Brewster Fire Department. According to fire officials, the vehicle left the roadway, struck a tree, and caught fire outside the Elks Club on Route 22.  Firefighters quickly attacked the flames while Brewster EMS treated the driver, who was then taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. 

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by Ben Crnic
Business
Bags No Longer Fly Free: Southwest Scraps Most Famous Perk, Adds New Fees Bags No Longer Fly Free: Southwest Scraps Most Famous Perk, Adds New Fees
Bags No Longer Fly Free: Southwest Scraps Most Famous Perk, Adds New Fees Southwest Airlines is grounding one of its most famous perks, marking a major shift in its identity after more than five decades. Southwest will no longer offer free checked bags for all passengers, the company said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 11. The new luggage policy will begin for tickets purchased on or after Wednesday, May 28. The airline has had its well-known "Bags Fly Free" perk since it was founded in 1971. "We have tremendous opportunity to meet current and future customer needs, attract new customer segments we don't compete for today, and return to the levels of profita…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Delete These Suspicious Texts Immediately, FBI Warns Delete These Suspicious Texts Immediately, FBI Warns
Delete These Suspicious Texts Immediately, FBI Warns The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued an urgent warning about a widespread text message scam designed to steal personal and financial information from unsuspecting victims. Known as “smishing” (SMS phishing), the scam involves fraudulent texts impersonating toll and package delivery services to trick recipients into clicking malicious links or revealing sensitive data. According to cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42, cybercriminals have registered over 10,000 fraudulent domains as part of this operation, targeting at least 11 states and one Canadian province. Key…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Free Pints Of 'Lighter' Ice Cream Aim To Make Spring Sweeter: How You Can Get Yours Free Pints Of 'Lighter' Ice Cream Aim To Make Spring Sweeter: How You Can Get Yours
Free Pints Of 'Lighter' Ice Cream Aim To Make Spring Sweeter: How You Can Get Yours A company specializing in a "lighter" type of ice cream is celebrating spring's arrival with free pints. Halo Top will give away 80,000 pints of its ice cream, the company announced on Tuesday, Mar. 11. The pints with mix-ins have 490 calories, which Halo Top says is about half as many calories as other leading ice creams. The promotion runs through Thursday, Mar. 20, in celebration of International Happiness Day. "Halo Top has always been about giving ice cream lovers everything they crave – all the rich, creamy indulgence of traditional ice cream without compromise," said Halo Top b…

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by Chris Spiker
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Backstreet Boy’s Son Shines On ‘American Idol’ Backstreet Boy’s Son Shines On ‘American Idol’
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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by Cecilia Levine