One quiet night, a 65‑year‑old man from Queens decided to leave his apartment for a cigarette run. He carried a silver revolver, a relic from the 1990s that he claimed was part of a personal defense stash. The old man said he could not “take a beating” in his age, so the gun was with him. About fou
A recent match between Arsenal and Chelsea showed a side of football that many fans feel has lost its spark. The game felt more like a rehearsal than an exciting contest, with both teams playing in ways that seemed safe and predictable. Instead of showing flair or daring moves, the players stu
The latest entry in the long‑running horror saga lands with Matthew Lillard back as the original Ghostface, sparking excitement at first glance. Yet the film quickly reveals itself to be a marathon of callbacks from earlier installments, leaning heavily on nostalgia instead of fresh storytelling. Li
Roy Keane, once a star at Manchester United and later a manager in England’s top leagues, has sparked controversy by labeling a former Sunderland player as the worst signing of his career. The statement came after he left the club in 2008, when Sunderland hovered near the bottom of the Premier Leagu
The Athens Banner‑Herald has been recognized by the Associated Press Sports Editors for its excellence in sports journalism during 2025. The paper belongs to Division D, the fourth level of the competition that sorts entries by overall print and digital readership. Among its standout contributors i
The Cuban leader has urged the country to act fast on sweeping changes to its economy and society because oil supplies are running low. During a meeting of top officials, he said the government must immediately work on new plans to reshape how business and local governments operate. The call comes a
A New York‑based health insurer announced it will earn $101 million in profit for the year 2025. The company employs about 1, 600 workers across the state. Its earnings come as medical care and prescription drug prices climb higher. The insurer also notes that new rules for Medicare Advanta
The March meeting in Syracuse will let people talk about how not having health insurance hurts everyday life. Community leaders and doctors will share what they see in clinics, hospitals, and the streets. They’ll focus on how missing coverage stops people from getting medical help, keeps jobs
The city of Rochester is set to welcome a two‑day health event that promises fresh ideas for living longer and feeling better. The meeting will take place at the Mayo Civic Center on April 9th and 10th, 2026. Participants can earn continuing medical education credits while learning about key health
Pet ownership might be a hidden helper for keeping the mind active as people age. New studies show that living with animals can touch many parts of how our brains change over time. The research looks at both the body’s biology and the feelings that come with having a pet. On the biological side, pe
