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Recall Targets Costco Tuna Product Linked To Supplier Issue Recall Targets Costco Tuna Product Linked To Supplier Issue
Recall Targets Costco Tuna Product Linked To Supplier Issue A popular raw tuna product sold at Costco stores has been pulled from shelves over concerns it may be contaminated with Listeria. On Saturday, Sept. 20, Western United Fish Company, doing business as Annasea Foods Group, announced a recall of 3,314.7 pounds of Kirkland Signature brand Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke.  The move came after the company’s green onion supplier reported a positive Listeria test in ingredients used for the product. The recalled tuna was sold in clear plastic clamshell containers labeled with Costco Item Number 17193, pack date of Sept. 18, and sell by date of Sept. 22.…

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by Joe Lombardi
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British Ambassador To US Fired Over Links To Jeffrey Epstein Ahead Of Trump's State Visit To UK British Ambassador To US Fired Over Links To Jeffrey Epstein Ahead Of Trump's State Visit To UK
British Ambassador To US Fired Over Links To Jeffrey Epstein Ahead Of Trump's State Visit To UK The United Kingdom’s top diplomat in Washington was abruptly removed after newly leaked documents revealed his close friendship and support for Jeffrey Epstein, even after Epstein’s 2008 conviction for sex crimes.  Peter Mandelson, Britain’s ambassador to the US, was dismissed following the publication of a 2003 birthday note to Epstein calling him “my best pal,” as well as emails from 2008 in which Mandelson urged Epstein to “fight for early release” and called his conviction “wrongful.” The firing was announced Thursday, Sept. 11, by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, just days before a…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Powerball Jackpot Skyrockets To $1.8B — Second Biggest In US History: How To Get Your Tickets Powerball Jackpot Skyrockets To $1.8B — Second Biggest In US History: How To Get Your Tickets
Powerball Jackpot Skyrockets To $1.8B — Second Biggest In US History: How To Get Your Tickets Got your tickets?  Saturday night’s Powerball drawing is now worth an eye-popping $1.8 billion, the second-largest lottery jackpot in US history after no winners claimed a $1.7 billion prize in Wednesday's drawing. The jackpot comes with a potential cash option of $826.4 million. “Excitement is building as players look forward to tomorrow night’s drawing for this historic jackpot,” Matt Strawn, Powerball Product Group Chair and Iowa Lottery CEO stated. “We encourage everyone to play responsibly and take pride in knowing that every $2 ticket also helps support good causes in their comm…

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by Zak Failla
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Egg Recall Follows Salmonella Cases In Nearly 100 People From Coast To Coast Egg Recall Follows Salmonella Cases In Nearly 100 People From Coast To Coast
Egg Recall Follows Salmonella Cases In Nearly 100 People From Coast To Coast A multi-state salmonella outbreak tied to eggs has sickened 95 people nationwide and triggered a recall of large brown cage-free eggs sold under several brand names, federal health officials said. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Thursday, Aug. 28, that cases span 13 states, with 73 illnesses in California. Additional infections have been reported in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Minnesota, North Carolina, Nebraska, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington.  The agency noted the true number of illnesses is likely higher because many people r…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Recall Issued For Popular Salad Kits Sold In 25 States, Including PA Recall Issued For Popular Salad Kits Sold In 25 States, Including PA
Recall Issued For Popular Salad Kits Sold In 25 States, Including PA A popular bagged salad kit is being recalled after a labeling mix-up raised concerns about undeclared allergens. Taylor Fresh Foods announced a voluntary recall of its Taylor Farms Honey Balsamic Salad Kit (6/8.3oz) because some packages may contain sesame and soy that are not listed on the label.  The recall stems from master packs supplied by Latitude 36 Foods, which mistakenly included Asian Sesame Ginger dressing packets instead of the intended Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette. According to the company, the mislabeled kits were distributed in 25 states.  The affected kits have cod…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Powerball Jackpot Soars To $750M; 10th Largest In History Powerball Jackpot Soars To $750M; 10th Largest In History
Powerball Jackpot Soars To $750M; 10th Largest In History The Powerball jackpot is approaching $1 billion after no Lottery players hit all five numbers and the Powerball.  A $750 million jackpot will be up for grabs on Monday, Aug. 25, marking the 10th-largest grand prize in the game's history — with an estimated cash value of $338.6 million.  The winning numbers for the Saturday, Aug. 23 Powerball drawing were 11-14-34-47-51 with a Powerball of 18. While no player matched all six numbers drawn, two tickets sold in Maine and New York matched all five white balls and won $1 million prizes. A third ticket sold in South Dakota also matched…

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by Zak Failla
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La Niña May Shape Winter 2025–26 Weather, NOAA Says: Here's What To Know La Niña May Shape Winter 2025–26 Weather, NOAA Says: Here's What To Know
La Niña May Shape Winter 2025–26 Weather, NOAA Says: Here's What To Know Americans could see a winter with more dramatic shifts in temperature and precipitation as federal forecasters signal a La Niña may be on the horizon for the 2025–26 season. According to the latest update from the NOAA Climate Prediction Center, released Tuesday, Aug. 19, conditions in the Pacific Ocean are showing early signs of a La Niña pattern developing by this fall or early winter.  NOAA has issued a La Niña Watch, indicating there’s increased confidence that this climate phenomenon could briefly take hold before the end of the year. La Niña events, driven by cooler-than-average…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Northeast States Rank Among Nation's Worst Tippers, Study Finds: Here's Why Northeast States Rank Among Nation's Worst Tippers, Study Finds: Here's Why
Northeast States Rank Among Nation's Worst Tippers, Study Finds: Here's Why Residents across the Northeast are earning high incomes but leaving some of the nation's lowest tips, according to a new study. Payment processing company BLogic Systems released a list of the 10 worst states for tipping. The analysis looked at average tip percentages, waitstaff wages, and public attitudes toward gratuities, combining them into a "Generosity Index." Connecticut landed third-worst nationwide, with an average tip of 19.8% and a Generosity Index score of 25.1 out of 100. The Constitution State's average income is $78,820, yet 92.4% of residents reported "tipping fati…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Frozen Shrimp Recall Expands Over Radioactive Contamination Concerns Frozen Shrimp Recall Expands Over Radioactive Contamination Concerns
Frozen Shrimp Recall Expands Over Radioactive Contamination Concerns A growing seafood scare has widened as federal officials announced a second shrimp recall tied to possible radioactive contamination, this time involving multiple brands across nine states. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said Southwind Foods, LLC, is voluntarily recalling a range of frozen shrimp products that may be contaminated with cesium-137, a man-made radioactive isotope linked to long-term cancer risk through repeated exposure. This marks the second shrimp recall in a matter of days. Earlier, the FDA warned that certain frozen shrimp sold at Walmart stores could be contaminat…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Trump Is Blocking Crime Victim Funds Over Immigration Laws: These States Are Fighting Back Trump Is Blocking Crime Victim Funds Over Immigration Laws: These States Are Fighting Back
Trump Is Blocking Crime Victim Funds Over Immigration Laws: These States Are Fighting Back New Jersey is leading a coalition of 21 attorneys general from states including New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts in suing the Trump Administration over what officials call unlawful conditions placed on federal funding for crime victims, officials announced Monday, Aug. 18. The lawsuit challenges the Trump Administration’s move to withhold Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant money from states unless they comply with federal immigration enforcement priorities, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin said.  VOCA funds are used for advocacy services, sexual assault forensic exams, funera…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Avelo Slashes Flight Routes As ICE Deportation Flights Fuel Boycott Avelo Slashes Flight Routes As ICE Deportation Flights Fuel Boycott
Avelo Slashes Flight Routes As ICE Deportation Flights Fuel Boycott Avelo Airlines is shutting down its West Coast commercial flights as the carrier doubles down on East Coast operations and faces growing criticism over its deportation flights. An Avelo spokesperson confirmed the end of its Western operations to the Daily Voice on Tuesday, July 15. The Houston-based budget airline will close its hub outside of Los Angeles in Burbank, California, by December. Avelo, which has a hub in New Haven, Connecticut, said Northeast service won't be impacted by the West Coast shutdown. "Avelo’s West Coast closure has no effect on our Connecticut or East Coa…

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by Chris Spiker
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Measles Cases In US Approaches 25-Year High As CDC Confirms 27 Outbreaks Measles Cases In US Approaches 25-Year High As CDC Confirms 27 Outbreaks
Measles Cases In US Approaches 25-Year High As CDC Confirms 27 Outbreaks America has reached another grim milestone as the number of confirmed cases of the measles hit a record high since the US declared the disease "under control" decades ago. A total of 1,267 confirmed measles cases have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 38 states and jurisdictions — more than triple the number reported in all of 2024, according to the agency's latest report. At least 27 outbreaks (defined as three or more connected cases) have been reported so far this year, with 88 percent of cases (1,115 of 1,267) linked to outbreaks, health officials …

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
LeAnn Rimes’ Teeth Fall Out Mid-Performance, But She Didn't Miss A Beat LeAnn Rimes’ Teeth Fall Out Mid-Performance, But She Didn't Miss A Beat
LeAnn Rimes’ Teeth Fall Out Mid-Performance, But She Didn't Miss A Beat LeAnn Rimes may have lost her teeth, but she didn’t lose her cool. The country singer was mid-performance at Skagit Casino Resort in Washington last week when her front dental bridge made a dramatic exit during her song “One Way Ticket.” Fans got more than a concert; they got an unfiltered moment of showbiz grit. She took to her Instagram to tell the toothy tale.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by leann rimes cibrian (@leannrimes) The singer has had multiple dental surgeries and explained the snafu this way: “If you’ve been a…

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by Josh Lanier
Politics
Judge Cites Simpsons Episode In Ruling Against Trump Affecting 14 States Judge Cites Simpsons Episode In Ruling Against Trump Affecting 14 States
Judge Cites Simpsons Episode In Ruling Against Trump Affecting 14 States “Electric van only has 20 minutes of juice left!” That’s the line from The Simpsons a federal judge used to deliver a legal blow to President Donald Trump, quoting a 1995 episode as she struck down his administration’s freeze on electric vehicle infrastructure funding. In a preliminary injunction issued from the bench of the US District Court for the Western District of Washington, Judge Tana Lin invoked Homer Simpson’s long-lost goodbye to his mother as a pop culture parable for a very real-world problem: “range anxiety.” The phrase refers to the fear that electric vehicle drivers might r…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Microsoft Laying Off Thousands Of Workers In Biggest Job Cuts Since 2023 Microsoft Laying Off Thousands Of Workers In Biggest Job Cuts Since 2023
Microsoft Laying Off Thousands Of Workers In Biggest Job Cuts Since 2023 Microsoft is laying off about 6,000 employees as it restructures to "enhance efficiency" and reduce layers of management. A spokesperson for the tech giant confirmed the global layoffs to the Daily Voice on Tuesday, May 13. Microsoft had about 228,000 employees at the end of June 2024, according to market data firm Statista. The company said it regularly adjusts its workforce "to meet the strategic demands of the business." "We continue to implement organizational changes necessary to best position the company for success in a dynamic marketplace," the spokesperson said. The layoffs …

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by Chris Spiker
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US Measles Cases Surge Past 1,000 As CDC Reports 14 Outbreaks US Measles Cases Surge Past 1,000 As CDC Reports 14 Outbreaks
US Measles Cases Surge Past 1,000 As CDC Reports 14 Outbreaks America reached a grim milestone this week as the number of confirmed measles cases across the country has soared past 1,000, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A total of 1,001 confirmed measles cases have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) by 31 states and jurisdictions — more than triple the number reported in all of 2024, according to the agency's latest report. At least 14 outbreaks (defined as three or more connected cases) have been reported so far this year, with 93 percent of cases (928 of 1,001) linked to outbreaks,…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Here's Where PA Ranks Among Best States In US, And Why Here's Where PA Ranks Among Best States In US, And Why
Here's Where PA Ranks Among Best States In US, And Why A newly released report has ranked all 50 states in the United States from top to bottom based on a variety of factors, providing insight into the best states to live in. Utah has been recognized as No. 1 in the U.S. News Best States rankings for the third consecutive year. However, the report encompasses a broader scope, highlighting various states that also excel in several key areas. Historically, Utah was often associated with three main attributes: the film Footloose,’ green Jell-O, and a youthful workforce. Curtis Blair, president and CEO of the Provo-based Utah Valley Chamber of Comm…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
Amber Ruffin Dropped From White House Correspondents’ Dinner Amid Political Backlash Amber Ruffin Dropped From White House Correspondents’ Dinner Amid Political Backlash
Amber Ruffin Dropped From White House Correspondents’ Dinner Amid Political Backlash This year’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner will be no laughing matter. Organizers of the annual gala — meant to honor journalists covering Washington — announced Saturday, March 29, that comedian Amber Ruffin had been pulled as the April 26 event’s headliner. Ruffin, a writer and performer for "Late Night with Seth Meyers," had her invitation rescinded following backlash from Republicans and right-wing commentators. White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) President Eugene Daniels said in an email Saturday that the evening should focus on rewarding journalism — not “politics of d…

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by Josh Lanier
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These Pennsylvania Bridges Are At Risk Of Failure, NTSB Says After Key Bridge Collapse These Pennsylvania Bridges Are At Risk Of Failure, NTSB Says After Key Bridge Collapse
These Pennsylvania Bridges Are At Risk Of Failure, NTSB Says After Key Bridge Collapse The catastrophic collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland is sparking national concern as federal investigators warn that nearly 70 other bridges across the country could face a similar fate. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) on Thursday, March 20, recommended that 30 bridge owners conduct urgent vulnerability assessments after an investigation into the deadly collapse of the Key Bridge found it was nearly 30 times above the acceptable risk threshold for critical structures. Key Bridge collapse. Baltimore County PD According to the NTSB, 68 bri…

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by Zak Failla
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11 Dead In Listeria Outbreak Linked To Frozen Shakes In 21 States, Including PA 11 Dead In Listeria Outbreak Linked To Frozen Shakes In 21 States, Including PA
11 Dead In Listeria Outbreak Linked To Frozen Shakes In 21 States, Including PA Frozen shakes are being recalled due to a Listeria outbreak that has caused 11 deaths and sickened dozens more, the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said. The products under the brand names Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial were sold to institutional settings such as long-term care facilities and hospitals and distributed throughout the nation in 4-ounce cartons. For a rundown of recalled products, item numbers and best-by dates, check this link from the FDA. Click here to view product labels. States reporting cases connected to this outbreak include: Alabama California Color…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Recall Issued For Popular Snack Brands Sold In 36 States, Including PA Recall Issued For Popular Snack Brands Sold In 36 States, Including PA
Recall Issued For Popular Snack Brands Sold In 36 States, Including PA Consumers in multiple states are being urged to check their snack cabinets after a major recall affecting a popular brand of biscuits, wafers, and snack rolls. ZB Importing LLC is voluntarily recalling certain lots of six varieties of Ulker Brand snack products due to undeclared wheat, egg, and/or milk in the ingredient list and/or "Contains" statement on product labels.  People with allergies or severe sensitivities to these ingredients could experience serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume the affected items. Affected Distribution Areas Products were distributed thr…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
Trump International Airport? Bill Introduced By Republicans Would Rename Dulles In Virginia Trump International Airport? Bill Introduced By Republicans Would Rename Dulles In Virginia
Trump International Airport? Bill Introduced By Republicans Would Rename Dulles In Virginia Could major changes be coming at Dulles International Airport in Virginia?  A bill has been introduced by Republicans in the House of Representatives proposing that Washington Dulles International Airport be designated as the "Donald J. Trump International Airport."  The airport was originally named for former Secretary of State John Foster Dulles in 1962. This week, North Carolina Rep. Addison McDowell proposed a fresh change in the wake of Trump's second election. We all know everything @realDonaldTrump touches turns to gold. Let’s Make Dulles Great Again. https://t.co/eJHLq…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Big Lots To Begin 'Going Out Of Business' Sales At Nearly 1,000 Remaining Stores Big Lots To Begin 'Going Out Of Business' Sales At Nearly 1,000 Remaining Stores
Big Lots To Begin 'Going Out Of Business' Sales At Nearly 1,000 Remaining Stores Big Lots has announced plans to close all of its remaining 963 stores, initiating "going out of business" sales following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in September. The company says it's started the process of closing stores in 48 states and liquidating inventory under its court-supervised Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.  The decision comes as the retailer seeks to maximize value for stakeholders while exploring potential going-concern sale opportunities. "We all have worked extremely hard and have taken every step to complete a going concern sale," Big Lots' President and Chie…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Cucumbers, Eggs Recalled Due To Risk Of Salmonella Contamination Cucumbers, Eggs Recalled Due To Risk Of Salmonella Contamination
Cucumbers, Eggs Recalled Due To Risk Of Salmonella Contamination Cucumbers distributed throughout the US and Canada and organic eggs sold in 25 Costco stores in several states have been recalled due to the risk of Salmonella contamination. Cucumber recall SunFed Produce, LLC (SunFed) is recalling all sizes of whole fresh American cucumbers packaged in bulk cardboard containers labeled with the “SunFed” label or in a generic white box or black plastic crate with a sticker that provides the implicated grower’s name “Agrotato, S.A. de C.V." The recalled cucumbers were sold between Saturday, Oct. 12, through Thursday, Nov. 26, 2024. The whole fresh America…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products
Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products An E. coli outbreak linked to bagged organic carrots has prompted an expanded recall as the number of cases grows. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 39 people across 18 states have been sickened.  Click here for a new, updated story - Here's What To Know Now About Food Illness Outbreaks, Recalls Ahead Of Thanksgiving The outbreak has resulted in 15 hospitalizations and one death. The recall initially began earlier this month when reports of illnesses linked to Grimmway Farms’ bagged carrots surfaced. The recall now covers multiple brands of orga…

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by Joe Lombardi
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1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States, Including PA, From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots 1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States, Including PA, From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots
1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States, Including PA, From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots An E. coli outbreak linked to carrots has left one person dead and sickened 39 people in 18 states. Click here for a new, updated story: Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) says the infections have come from multiple brands of recalled organic whole bagged carrots and baby carrots sold by Grimmway Farms, which is based in Bakersfield, California.  "Carrots on store shelves right now are likely not affected but may be in people's homes," the CDC said. "If you have any recalled carrots…

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by Joe Lombardi