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Jermaine Dupri compared today’s AI musicians to the Milli Vanilli scandal, questioning why the industry once revoked a Grammy for lip-syncing but now embraces artists “who can’t even sing” using AI. His comments follow AI artist Xania Monet’s debut on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. Monet’s creator, poet Telisha “Nikki” Jones, defended her, calling the […]
Event: Jammin’ for Jamaica — Hurricane Melissa Relief Purpose: A special benefit event to support Hurricane Melissa Relief efforts for Jamaica. Dates: Friday, November 14 Saturday, November 15 Sunday, November 16 Location: Tropix 4775 Lake Ave, Rochester, NY How to Donate: Scan the QR code on the event poster or visit: 👉 www.rochesterjamaican.org
Monroe County leaders and organizations are hosting a food drive on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Innovative Field to help families affected by SNAP benefit delays. Donations of healthy, nonperishable foods, baby supplies, hygiene items, and cleaning products will go to Foodlink for local distribution. Donors should enter through Lot […]
Some KeyBank customers reported being double-charged for debit card transactions made on November 3, 2025, causing some accounts to go negative. The issue has persisted for more than two days. KeyBank confirmed a technical error is responsible and said it is working to fix the problem. The bank apologized for the inconvenience and advised affected […]
The New York DMV says 343 fake IDs have been seized this year, including 125 in the Rochester area. Officials warn that buying fake IDs—often from overseas sellers—can lead to identity theft and financial fraud. About 32% of college students admit to owning one. DMV report: 125 fake IDs seized in Rochester region so far […]
Rochester Regional Health launched GenoWell, a free genetic screening program for up to 100,000 adults over five years. Participants give a blood sample and get confidential DNA results in 2–4 weeks. If health risks are found, Rochester Regional Health provides follow-up care.
A nationwide listeria outbreak linked to prepared pasta meals has expanded, according to the FDA. There are now 27 reported illnesses across 18 states, including six deaths and one fetal loss. The contaminated ready-to-eat pasta salads and meals were produced by Nate’s Fine Foods and distributed to major grocery chains such as Trader Joe’s, Sprouts […]
The U.S. has many regional accents shaped by place, race, and ancestry, but growing mobility and global media raise questions about their decline. In New York, classic features like dropped R’s and raised vowels are fading among younger white, Latino, and Asian speakers, though some are increasing among Black New Yorkers. Linguists note that accents […]
A Bankrate survey shows money is Americans’ most uncomfortable conversation topic, surpassing politics and religion. 61% feel uneasy discussing bank balances, and nearly half avoid talking about credit card debt (47%) or salary (45%). By contrast, fewer are uncomfortable with politics (24%), religion (18%), or weight (31%). Despite the discomfort, experts say discussing money is […]
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $30 million in emergency food aid as SNAP benefits risk ending during the federal shutdown. The funds aim to provide 16 million meals for 3 million residents. Other states are taking similar steps, and a new lawsuit seeks to restore SNAP funding for millions nationwide ahead of Thanksgiving. SNAP […]
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