STATEN ISLAND SPORTS HALL OF FAME

Jun 04 2026SPORTS

Get a $10 boost using a special code on these NBA and MLB games

Sports betting site Kalshi offers a simple way to try out prediction trading with a free $10 bonus. To qualify, new users must register and trade at least $10 on qualifying events. The bonus lands in the account after the first $10 in trades and has to be used within 30 days. The NBA Finals Game 1

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Jun 01 2026SPORTS

Why We Follow Our Teams

Sports fans are people who keep their eyes on the game and feel all kinds of emotions. They do it because life can be dull, chaotic or lonely. When we watch a match, something fun happens that makes us forget everyday problems. The second reason is order. Sports have a calendar: playoffs

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May 30 2026HEALTH

Bats and rabies: what you should know after a recent case

Officials found a bat carrying rabies in Irvine Regional Park last weekend. This case led to warnings about how easily the virus can spread to people. Rabies is almost always deadly once symptoms show up. But quick action after exposure can prevent illness. The virus can enter the body through smal

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May 30 2026ENVIRONMENT

Why Wyoming’s Huge Energy Plan Stirs Up Big Concerns

Officials in Wyoming are debating a massive $4 billion project that promises to store energy using water. The plan involves building a giant reservoir near Seminoe Reservoir to pump water uphill when electricity is cheap and let it flow back down to generate power when demand rises. Sounds smart, ri

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May 28 2026OPINION

Why Cities Keep Paying for Stadiums That May Not Be Worth It

Sports teams often act like they hold all the cards when cities talk about building new stadiums. If a town hesitates, owners threaten to leave—like the Oakland A’s did when they moved to Las Vegas instead of waiting for Oakland’s deal. Other teams have made the same move, from San Diego to Tampa, a

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May 27 2026HEALTH

Plans for a U. S. health post in Kenya during Ebola fears

Officials in Washington want to open a small quarantine station in Kenya for Americans returning from Ebola-hit parts of Central Africa. Instead of setting up the site at home, they’re looking abroad—just in case someone gets sick after possible contact with the virus. A group of U. S. public health

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May 23 2026SPORTS

Get $150 Bonus Bets at FanDuel with Just a $5 Play

Sports betting platforms often use first-time offers to draw in new users, and FanDuel’s latest promotion is no exception. For those willing to take a small risk, they’re handing out $150 in bonus bets—all you have to do is place a $5 bet on any San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game. The

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May 16 2026OPINION

Youth Voices Unite: A Call to Action for Safety and Support

Staten Island faces a growing problem: more teens are getting involved in shootings, even though overall city violence is falling. This trend shows that young people are slipping into dangerous situations faster and with fewer safeguards than before. The Canvas Institute has seen the hidden struggl

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May 16 2026WEATHER

New York prepares for quick weather flip

Staten Island will see some rain today, but not much. After a cool mid-60s Friday—a bit too chilly for mid-May—a big warmup is coming. The city’s temperature will jump from the comfortable 70s on Saturday to the low 80s on Sunday. By early next week, it could even hit the 90s, which is way above wha

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May 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Stream more for less: The NFL and Disney team up to bundle four streaming services

Sports fans now have a cheaper way to watch their favorite games. ESPN, NFL+, Disney+, and Hulu joined forces to offer one bundle for $45. 99 a month. That’s 31% less than paying for each service separately. The deal packs in live sports, movies, and TV shows all in one place. The timing makes sens

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