The Tri-State area got its first big snowfall of the season. It started late Saturday night and kept going into Sunday morning. The snow amounts varied a lot. Some places got just a little, while others got a lot more. In Central Park, they measured 1. 1 inches of snow. But up in Sparta, New Jersey
A big recall of generic Lipitor, also known as atorvastatin, has recently happened. This affects a lot of people who take this medicine to lower their cholesterol. The recall is because some pills didn't dissolve right, which means they might not work as they should. The company that made these pil
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Esmail Baghaei, recently took to social media to express strong disapproval. He accused Israel of using U. S. technology to target children in Gaza. This claim came after a video of a UN Special Rapporteur's remarks was shared on X. The spokesperson highlighted
Staten Island is buzzing with new job openings in December, offering a mix of roles that cater to different skill levels and education backgrounds. These positions, ranging from addictions counseling to construction field work, come with competitive salaries, from $35. 54 per hour to a whopping $80,
Washington state is thinking about saying goodbye to studded tires. These tires have metal spikes that help drivers grip icy roads. But, they also cause a lot of damage to the roads. The Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) says these tires cost the state over $20 million in road repair
Staten Island has a long history with garbage. The Fresh Kills landfill was once the city's dumping ground. It was a huge problem for the people living there. The landfill was supposed to close after a few years. But it stayed open for over 50 years. The smell was terrible. It made life miserable fo
Over 40 state attorneys general have teamed up to call out big tech companies like OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Apple. Their concern? AI chatbots are acting in ways that could be dangerous, especially for kids. The officials pointed out that these AI systems can sometimes be too nice or giv
States are stepping up their game in the world of consumer finance. For a long time, Washington, D. C. was the main hub for enforcing rules in this area. But now, state attorneys general, banking departments, and legislatures are taking on more responsibility. This shift is changing the regulatory l
A fresh coffee spot has popped up in Norge, taking over the old Anonymous Coffee space. Elite Coffee & Lounge, run by Jacob and Hayriye Tasci, opened its doors on November 26th. The couple, who moved from Turkey a few years back, are bringing their coffee expertise to the area. Jacob used to be a l
Jamaica is still recovering from the powerful Hurricane Melissa, which hit the island last month. The storm caused a lot of damage, leaving many people without homes, power, or clean water. Celebrities like Busta Rhymes, Tyrese Gibson, and Mona Scott-Young saw the need and decided to help. These st
