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Fate Of Notorious LI Psych Ward Tower, Empty For 30 Years, Remains Up In Air Fate Of Notorious LI Psych Ward Tower, Empty For 30 Years, Remains Up In Air Fate Of Notorious LI Psych Ward Tower, Empty For 30 Years, Remains Up In Air
Fate Of Notorious LI Psych Ward Tower, Empty For 30 Years, Remains Up In Air The fate of a 13-story former psychiatric center on Long Island will remain undecided at least until next year — and cost nearly $3 million to figure out, officials said Friday, Oct. 16. The infamous Building 93 in Nissequogue River State Park could be torn down following the analysis by D&B Engineers and Architects, the state’s Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation said Friday. Building 93 and its various smaller centers have gone unused since 1996, when Kings Park Psychiatric Center closed. The complex’s largest structure, Building 93 served as the infirmary but it now…

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Dollar General Overcharged NY Shoppers, AG Finds: Retailer Will Pay $1.875M To Nonprofit Dollar General Overcharged NY Shoppers, AG Finds: Retailer Will Pay $1.875M To Nonprofit Dollar General Overcharged NY Shoppers, AG Finds: Retailer Will Pay $1.875M To Nonprofit
Dollar General Overcharged NY Shoppers, AG Finds: Retailer Will Pay $1.875M To Nonprofit Dollar General has agreed to a $1.875 million settlement after state prosecutors said an investigation discovered they routinely charged customers more than advertised prices, sometimes making it difficult for New York shoppers to even determine how much they paid.  Dollar General has agreed to provide $1.875 million worth of food and personal care products to Foodlink, a New York nonprofit, and overhaul its pricing practices following an investigation by Attorney General Letitia James, her office announced on Thursday, Oct. 15.  The AG's Office said its investigation found widesp…

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'Forever Chemicals' Detected In Long Island Waterways: Here's Where 'Forever Chemicals' Detected In Long Island Waterways: Here's Where 'Forever Chemicals' Detected In Long Island Waterways: Here's Where
'Forever Chemicals' Detected In Long Island Waterways: Here's Where Toxic “forever chemicals” have been found in at least 13 bodies of water across Long Island, according to a national analysis released Tuesday, Oct. 13. All 13 sites sampled for PFAS between 2022 and 2024 tested positive for the chemicals, which earned their “forever” nickname because they break down so slowly in the environment, according to the report from the Environment America Research & Policy Center. Across New York, 93.3% of all testing sites revealed PFAS in the water, the report says. That was even higher than the national average of 83% in more than 1,600 locations. Of the 1…

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LI Girl Approached By ‘Suspicious’ Man While Walking Home From School: Cops LI Girl Approached By ‘Suspicious’ Man While Walking Home From School: Cops LI Girl Approached By ‘Suspicious’ Man While Walking Home From School: Cops
LI Girl Approached By ‘Suspicious’ Man While Walking Home From School: Cops A Long Island girl was approached by a “suspicious” man while walking home from school earlier this week, police said. The girl was in the area of Merrick Road and Lynbrook Avenue around 3:10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14 when she was approached, the Lynbrook Police Department said Thursday, Oct. 15. The man was driving a baby blue Mercedes-Benz sedan and asked the girl to come over to his vehicle, police said. The girl refused multiple times, walked away, and contacted her parents to report the incident, cops said. Authorities said the man was between 50 and 70 years old with gray/white hair. P…

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23 Minutes Of Glory: Suffolk Bank Robber Busted Almost Immediately After Theft, Police Say 23 Minutes Of Glory: Suffolk Bank Robber Busted Almost Immediately After Theft, Police Say 23 Minutes Of Glory: Suffolk Bank Robber Busted Almost Immediately After Theft, Police Say
23 Minutes Of Glory: Suffolk Bank Robber Busted Almost Immediately After Theft, Police Say A repeat Long Island bank robber was arrested just 23 minutes after his latest caper Friday, Oct. 16, police said. Raymond Peruggi, 36, walked into a TD Bank on Montauk Highway in Bay Shore and handed the teller a note demanding cash, then fled on foot at 10:24 a.m., the Suffolk County Police Department said. Cops spotted a man matching the suspect description on East Main Street in Bay Shore at 10:47 a.m. and arrested Peruggi at that scene, police said. Peruggi, who is homeless, was charged with third-degree robbery and also faces three outstanding misdemeanor warrants, authorities said. …

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Long Island ZIP Codes Among Nation's Wealthiest In New Ranking: See Which Ones Long Island ZIP Codes Among Nation's Wealthiest In New Ranking: See Which Ones Long Island ZIP Codes Among Nation's Wealthiest In New Ranking: See Which Ones
Long Island ZIP Codes Among Nation's Wealthiest In New Ranking: See Which Ones One of the Northeast's wealthiest regions is climbing the ranks of the nation's most expensive places to buy a home, according to a new study. PropertyShark released its 2026 list of the nation's 100 most expensive ZIP codes by median home sale prices. The real estate data website's report showed the New York City metropolitan area claiming a record 25% of the rankings. The NYC region had 31 ZIP codes on the list, tying California's Bay Area for the most ZIP codes in the rankings. New York state had 20 ZIP codes in the rankings, up from 15 in 2025. The Hamptons dominated New York…

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2-Star Reviews Flood In For Gia Giudice's New NJ Restaurant 2-Star Reviews Flood In For Gia Giudice's New NJ Restaurant 2-Star Reviews Flood In For Gia Giudice's New NJ Restaurant
2-Star Reviews Flood In For Gia Giudice's New NJ Restaurant Gia Giudice's new restaurant has barely opened its doors, and diners are already divided over everything from the food and prices to a reported no-children policy. UPDATE: Il Vero has broken its silence on receiving 2-star reviews. Il Vero, the new Westwood restaurant from the daughter of "Real Housewives of New Jersey" star Teresa Giudice and Maria Sausa, a catering and special events coordinator, has begun welcoming guests, with early reviews praising its atmosphere while raising complaints about service, pricing and the dining experience. While the Center Avenue restaurant has received …

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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World's Largest Fish Stuns NJ Fishing Crew 97 Miles Offshore World's Largest Fish Stuns NJ Fishing Crew 97 Miles Offshore World's Largest Fish Stuns NJ Fishing Crew 97 Miles Offshore
World's Largest Fish Stuns NJ Fishing Crew 97 Miles Offshore Passengers aboard a Jersey Shore fishing boat got a rare surprise when a massive shark estimated at nearly 30 feet long appeared alongside their vessel nearly 100 miles offshore. The encounter happened Saturday morning, Oct. 10, aboard the Jamaica, a party fishing boat based in Brielle, Capt. Erik Bogan told Daily Voice. The boat had departed Brielle at 6 p.m. Friday for a 22-hour offshore tuna fishing trip, traveling 97 miles to Hudson Canyon before anchoring around 12:30 a.m. The crew spent the night tossing fish into the water to attract tuna, swordfish and other marine life. Just after…

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Northwell Health Launches The Institute For Healthy Aging Across 28 Hospitals Northwell Health Launches The Institute For Healthy Aging Across 28 Hospitals Northwell Health Launches The Institute For Healthy Aging Across 28 Hospitals
Northwell Health Launches The Institute For Healthy Aging Across 28 Hospitals Northwell Health has launched a new initiative connecting services across its 28 hospitals to help older adults maintain their health, independence and quality of life as they age. The Northwell Institute for Healthy Aging brings together hospital services, physician practices, outpatient programs, research facilities, and community resources to better coordinate care for aging adults and their families. According to Northwell Health, the initiative focuses on preventing illness, addressing changing healthcare needs and supporting caregivers who help older adults manage their health. The i…

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Supersonic Plane Concept Envisions Faster Transatlantic Flights: What To Know Supersonic Plane Concept Envisions Faster Transatlantic Flights: What To Know Supersonic Plane Concept Envisions Faster Transatlantic Flights: What To Know
Supersonic Plane Concept Envisions Faster Transatlantic Flights: What To Know A futuristic aircraft concept imagines a faster, more luxurious trip across the Atlantic, but travelers are a long way from booking a seat. The Sky OV, created by Barcelona-based industrial designer Oscar Viñals, envisions carrying about 200 passengers between New York and London in less than five hours. It remains a design concept. Its proposed speed, propulsion systems, and passenger experience have not been demonstrated in a manufactured commercial aircraft. Viñals presents the project through his OVI Design portfolio, with renderings showing a broad, swept aircraft body and a silhouett…

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NJ Woman Who Outsmarted Serial Killer, Escaped In Handcuffs Dies At 44 NJ Woman Who Outsmarted Serial Killer, Escaped In Handcuffs Dies At 44 NJ Woman Who Outsmarted Serial Killer, Escaped In Handcuffs Dies At 44
NJ Woman Who Outsmarted Serial Killer, Escaped In Handcuffs Dies At 44 Tiffany Taylor, a New Jersey woman whose testimony helped convict a serial killer she narrowly escaped while handcuffed, has died at age 44. Taylor died in her sleep, according to her mother, Lola Acevedo, who shared the news in a GoFundMe campaign. Raised in Jersey City's housing projects, Taylor eventually turned to sex work and robbing men. In 2016, she met Khalil Wheeler-Weaver through a friend and reportedly robbed him after spending several hours together, NJ Advance Media reports. She later agreed to meet him again at a hotel in Elizabeth, where the encounter took a terrifying t…

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Yale Cop Fired Shot Through Car Windows To Stop Man's Suicide Attempt: Police Yale Cop Fired Shot Through Car Windows To Stop Man's Suicide Attempt: Police Yale Cop Fired Shot Through Car Windows To Stop Man's Suicide Attempt: Police
Yale Cop Fired Shot Through Car Windows To Stop Man's Suicide Attempt: Police Investigators are releasing new details about a Yale University police officer who fired through a car’s windows as a man inside was attempting to kill himself with a knife.  Officer Ancil Farrier fired into a vehicle parked on Whitney Ave. in New Haven on Wednesday, Oct. 14, according to preliminary findings from Connecticut’s Office of Inspector General. He fired the second shot as other officers entered the car to remove the man. Jose Cubiz, 48, who was in the car, wasn't hit by the gunfire, investigators said. He remains at Yale New Haven Hospital for treatment of stab wounds …

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Woman Poisons Acquaintance's Tea During Meeting Over Missing Money: Prosecutor Woman Poisons Acquaintance's Tea During Meeting Over Missing Money: Prosecutor Woman Poisons Acquaintance's Tea During Meeting Over Missing Money: Prosecutor
Woman Poisons Acquaintance's Tea During Meeting Over Missing Money: Prosecutor A New Jersey woman is accused of poisoning an acquaintance's tea during a meeting at a local restaurant to discuss suspicious activity in the victim's bank accounts, authorities said. Rohweniven Bacani, 52, of Hackensack, was arrested Thursday, Oct. 15, following a weeks-long investigation into the Sept. 8 incident, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said. The victim had agreed to meet Bacani at the restaurant to discuss unauthorized banking activity she had discovered in financial accounts to which Bacani had shared access, Musella said. When the victim arrived, Bacani was already ther…

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Cocaine, Billy Club Found On Suffolk Driver Passed Out Behind The Wheel: Police Cocaine, Billy Club Found On Suffolk Driver Passed Out Behind The Wheel: Police Cocaine, Billy Club Found On Suffolk Driver Passed Out Behind The Wheel: Police
Cocaine, Billy Club Found On Suffolk Driver Passed Out Behind The Wheel: Police A Long Island man found slumped over his steering wheel at a gas station Friday, Oct. 16 is now facing several charges, police said. Thomas R. Piacentine, 37, of East Hampton, was impaired behind the wheel, had cocaine in his vehicle, and possessed a “Billy club,” the Southampton Town Police Department said. Cops arrived near 500 County Road 39 in Southampton, a Sunoco gas station, on Friday and found an unconscious man in a vehicle and identified him as Piacentine, authorities said. Officers then observed the drugs and the weapon, police said. Piacentine was charged with third-degree weap…

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Several Fires Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Laminating Machines Several Fires Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Laminating Machines Several Fires Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Laminating Machines
Several Fires Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Laminating Machines More than 53,000 laminating machines are being recalled after several caught fire. 3M Company recalled about 53,634 Scotch Thermal Laminators, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 15. The machines can overheat, posing a fire hazard and a risk of serious injury or death. The recall involves Scotch Thermal Laminators with model number TL1302Z. The machines are light gray or white with gray accents, have "Scotch" printed on the front, and feature a 13-inch-wide laminating slot and a carrying handle on the right side. The company has received 63 reports of the lam…

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Trader Joe's Sued After Women Hospitalized With E. Coli: 'Worst Pain Of Her Life' Trader Joe's Sued After Women Hospitalized With E. Coli: 'Worst Pain Of Her Life' Trader Joe's Sued After Women Hospitalized With E. Coli: 'Worst Pain Of Her Life'
Trader Joe's Sued After Women Hospitalized With E. Coli: 'Worst Pain Of Her Life' Two women, including one from Massachusetts, are suing Trader Joe's after claiming they were hospitalized with E. coli infections from eating chicken salad wraps sold at the grocery chain. Meaghan Egan Bright of Somerville, Massachusetts, and Gayle Gottlieb of Pembroke, North Carolina, filed the lawsuit in federal court in California. The women claim they became sick after eating Tarragon Chicken Salad Wraps purchased at Trader Joe's stores in Massachusetts and South Carolina in late August. Bright bought one of the wraps at a Trader Joe's in Boston's Allston neighborhood on Monda…

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Here's How Much Halloween Candy Costs Have Soared As Inflation Haunts Families: New Study Here's How Much Halloween Candy Costs Have Soared As Inflation Haunts Families: New Study Here's How Much Halloween Candy Costs Have Soared As Inflation Haunts Families: New Study
Here's How Much Halloween Candy Costs Have Soared As Inflation Haunts Families: New Study Halloween candy prices have skyrocketed over the last several years as stubborn inflation continues driving up costs for American families, according to a study. The average price of a 100-piece bag of Halloween candy has climbed 71% since 2021, according to a new FinanceBuzz study. That's more than triple the national inflation rate of 22% during the same period. The personal finance website found that a 100-piece bag of assorted Halloween candy costs an average of $16.96 in 2026, compared with $9.91 in 2021. FinanceBuzz analyzed prices at Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Albert…

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KFC Ending 40-Year Tradition With Major Menu Change: See What's New KFC Ending 40-Year Tradition With Major Menu Change: See What's New KFC Ending 40-Year Tradition With Major Menu Change: See What's New
KFC Ending 40-Year Tradition With Major Menu Change: See What's New KFC is dropping Pepsi from its drink menu after 40 years and switching to Coca-Cola at restaurants across the US. The fried chicken chain announced the new Coca-Cola partnership in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 15. Coca-Cola products will begin replacing Pepsi beverages in January 2027, and the change is expected to be completed at all US locations by the end of March. The switch ends a relationship dating back to 1986, when PepsiCo purchased KFC. The chain continued serving Pepsi products even after PepsiCo spun off KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell into what became Yum! Brands. Some inter…

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Sam's Club Rolls Out Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Inflation Rises: What You'll Get Sam's Club Rolls Out Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Inflation Rises: What You'll Get Sam's Club Rolls Out Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Inflation Rises: What You'll Get
Sam's Club Rolls Out Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Inflation Rises: What You'll Get Sam's Club is offering a Thanksgiving dinner deal for less than $10 per person as rising grocery prices continue putting pressure on American families. The wholesale retailer is selling a full Thanksgiving meal that can feed 16 people for under $160, Sam's Club announced in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 15. The meal includes 11 different types of food and can be prepared in about two hours. The holiday feast features turkey, ham, and many other Thanksgiving favorites. The meal will be available for Sam's Club members starting on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Sam's Club said it spent nea…

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Several Fires Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Laminating Machines Several Fires Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Laminating Machines Several Fires Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Laminating Machines
Several Fires Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Laminating Machines More than 53,000 laminating machines are being recalled after several caught fire. 3M Company recalled about 53,634 Scotch Thermal Laminators, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 15. The machines can overheat, posing a fire hazard and a risk of serious injury or death. The recall involves Scotch Thermal Laminators with model number TL1302Z. The machines are light gray or white with gray accents, have "Scotch" printed on the front, and feature a 13-inch-wide laminating slot and a carrying handle on the right side. The company has received 63 reports of the lam…

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Trader Joe's Sued After Women Hospitalized With E. Coli: 'Worst Pain Of Her Life' Trader Joe's Sued After Women Hospitalized With E. Coli: 'Worst Pain Of Her Life' Trader Joe's Sued After Women Hospitalized With E. Coli: 'Worst Pain Of Her Life'
Trader Joe's Sued After Women Hospitalized With E. Coli: 'Worst Pain Of Her Life' Two women, including one from Massachusetts, are suing Trader Joe's after claiming they were hospitalized with E. coli infections from eating chicken salad wraps sold at the grocery chain. Meaghan Egan Bright of Somerville, Massachusetts, and Gayle Gottlieb of Pembroke, North Carolina, filed the lawsuit in federal court in California. The women claim they became sick after eating Tarragon Chicken Salad Wraps purchased at Trader Joe's stores in Massachusetts and South Carolina in late August. Bright bought one of the wraps at a Trader Joe's in Boston's Allston neighborhood on Monda…

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Here's How Much Halloween Candy Costs Have Soared As Inflation Haunts Families: New Study Here's How Much Halloween Candy Costs Have Soared As Inflation Haunts Families: New Study Here's How Much Halloween Candy Costs Have Soared As Inflation Haunts Families: New Study
Here's How Much Halloween Candy Costs Have Soared As Inflation Haunts Families: New Study Halloween candy prices have skyrocketed over the last several years as stubborn inflation continues driving up costs for American families, according to a study. The average price of a 100-piece bag of Halloween candy has climbed 71% since 2021, according to a new FinanceBuzz study. That's more than triple the national inflation rate of 22% during the same period. The personal finance website found that a 100-piece bag of assorted Halloween candy costs an average of $16.96 in 2026, compared with $9.91 in 2021. FinanceBuzz analyzed prices at Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Albert…

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KFC Ending 40-Year Tradition With Major Menu Change: See What's New KFC Ending 40-Year Tradition With Major Menu Change: See What's New KFC Ending 40-Year Tradition With Major Menu Change: See What's New
KFC Ending 40-Year Tradition With Major Menu Change: See What's New KFC is dropping Pepsi from its drink menu after 40 years and switching to Coca-Cola at restaurants across the US. The fried chicken chain announced the new Coca-Cola partnership in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 15. Coca-Cola products will begin replacing Pepsi beverages in January 2027, and the change is expected to be completed at all US locations by the end of March. The switch ends a relationship dating back to 1986, when PepsiCo purchased KFC. The chain continued serving Pepsi products even after PepsiCo spun off KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell into what became Yum! Brands. Some inter…

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Sam's Club Rolls Out Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Inflation Rises: What You'll Get Sam's Club Rolls Out Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Inflation Rises: What You'll Get Sam's Club Rolls Out Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Inflation Rises: What You'll Get
Sam's Club Rolls Out Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Inflation Rises: What You'll Get Sam's Club is offering a Thanksgiving dinner deal for less than $10 per person as rising grocery prices continue putting pressure on American families. The wholesale retailer is selling a full Thanksgiving meal that can feed 16 people for under $160, Sam's Club announced in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 15. The meal includes 11 different types of food and can be prepared in about two hours. The holiday feast features turkey, ham, and many other Thanksgiving favorites. The meal will be available for Sam's Club members starting on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Sam's Club said it spent nea…

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Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch
Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch October’s full moon is preparing to light up the night, and catching its autumn glow won’t require staying awake until its official peak. The Hunter’s Moon arrives Monday, Oct. 26, according to NASA’s October skywatching guide. Its name reflects a season when hunters used bright moonlight to track game across fields cleared by the fall harvest. Peak illumination comes at 12:12 a.m. EDT, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. But the publication recommends heading outside Sunday evening, Oct. 25, around sunset for the best moonrise viewing opportunity. Find an open spot with a clear view to…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Pistachios May Help You Sleep Better, Research Reveals Pistachios May Help You Sleep Better, Research Reveals Pistachios May Help You Sleep Better, Research Reveals
Pistachios May Help You Sleep Better, Research Reveals A familiar snack is drawing scientific interest for what it might offer beyond a satisfying crunch: better sleep. Pistachios contain a combination of nutrients and plant compounds that could support sleep, according to a review published in Nutrition Research Reviews. Researchers from Augusta University, Columbia University, and Spain’s Institute of Food Science, Technology and Nutrition examined existing evidence. Their conclusion is promising but preliminary: Trials directly testing whether eating pistachios improves human sleep are still needed. The review highlights vitamin B6, magnesi…

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New College Rankings Spotlight Career Success: Cornell, Columbia, Colgate Top NY Picks New College Rankings Spotlight Career Success: Cornell, Columbia, Colgate Top NY Picks New College Rankings Spotlight Career Success: Cornell, Columbia, Colgate Top NY Picks
New College Rankings Spotlight Career Success: Cornell, Columbia, Colgate Top NY Picks Northeast colleges are making a strong showing in a ranking focused on what happens after students leave campus. Seven of the top 10 schools in LinkedIn’s 2026 Top Colleges ranking are in the Northeast, with Princeton University taking the top spot. The second annual list identifies 50 US colleges whose graduates achieve strong career outcomes, based on LinkedIn’s alumni data. Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology give Massachusetts two places among the top four. Other Northeast schools in the top 10 include Dartmouth College, the University of Pennsylvania, Corn…

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New Poll Reveals Percentage Of Americans Who Think Trump Is Profiting In Illegal Ways New Poll Reveals Percentage Of Americans Who Think Trump Is Profiting In Illegal Ways New Poll Reveals Percentage Of Americans Who Think Trump Is Profiting In Illegal Ways
New Poll Reveals Percentage Of Americans Who Think Trump Is Profiting In Illegal Ways A new poll examines a politically charged question about President Donald Trump: whether Americans believe he is using the presidency for personal financial gain. The survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that 41 percent believe Trump has done something illegal, citing allegations that he personally profited from the presidency. Another 18 percent consider his conduct unethical but not illegal. An equal share says he has done nothing wrong, while 21 percent say they do not know enough to judge. The findings measure public perceptions of the allegati…

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by Joe Lombardi
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America's Richest Households Share This Trait, Survey Finds America's Richest Households Share This Trait, Survey Finds America's Richest Households Share This Trait, Survey Finds
America's Richest Households Share This Trait, Survey Finds The Americans leading the household wealth rankings share a trait that a paycheck alone cannot explain. Families headed by someone 75 or older had the highest median net worth of any age group in 2025, according to the Federal Reserve’s Survey of Consumer Finances. Their median net worth reached $504,900, up 37 percent from 2022 after adjusting for inflation. That put the oldest families ahead of those approaching retirement or in its earlier stages. Net worth means assets minus debts. The median is the midpoint: Half of families in a group have more, and half have less. Families headed b…

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