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On Saturday, crowds gathered in cities across the U.S. and abroad for “No Kings” rallies protesting President Donald Trump’s administration and advocating for First Amendment rights. Demonstrators in cities like Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., carried signs and marched to demand government accountability and the protection of constitutional freedoms. Organizers reported nearly […]
About 42 million Americans may lose SNAP (food stamp) benefits in November due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. The USDA says funds will run out in two weeks, with a $2 billion shortfall. The Trump administration hasn’t committed to covering the gap, unlike with the WIC program, which got emergency funding. Blame is being […]
The Penfield Board of Education has changed its October 21 workshop to a full meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Transportation & Facilities Center, following parent concerns about student safety and alleged racist remarks. Superintendent Dr. Tasha Potter invited families to attend. The agenda includes a Student Safety Report and public comments from 20 pre-registered […]
Americans receive tens of millions of unsolicited automated calls and texts each day, often intended to dupe them into forking over personal information or money. That’s the thrust of a new report by U.S. PIRG Education Fund, a consumer advocacy organization, which found that scam and telemarketing calls and texts have proliferated across the country, […]
An issue with Amazon Web Services (AWS), the ubiquitous internet hosting service, took down many of the world’s most popular online games in the early hours of Monday morning. Fortnite, Roblox, and Nintendo all reported that their services were unavailable. Other games affected included Clash Royale and Palworld. The Epic Games Store was also experiencing issues. Steam, PlayStation Network, and Xbox’s […]
With the All Electric Buildings Act set to take effect in January 2026, Governor Kathy Hochul signaled she may delay implementation due to affordability and infrastructure concerns. The mandate would ban new gas hookups in buildings under seven stories. However, utilities like RG&E and NYSEG are already strained. Hochul emphasized a pragmatic approach, citing post-pandemic […]
A viral video shows Denny, a 10-year-old gorilla at the San Diego Zoo, cracking a layer of glass in his enclosure after charging at it. Guests were startled but unharmed. Denny recently lost his brother Maka, who died of a cardiac event in August. The zoo described Maka as a guiding figure for his siblings. […]
President Trump’s $20 billion aid to Argentina has sparked backlash in the U.S., especially from farmers hit by his trade war with China. Treasury Secretary Bessent says the deal, involving a currency swap to stabilize Argentina’s peso, isn’t a bailout but support for reforms. Critics note it’s funded by U.S. taxpayers, with little transparency. Another […]
Lisa Reed of Rochester was stunned to receive E-ZPass bills for NYC tolls, despite not owning a vehicle with the listed plate. It turns out the license plate number on the bill matched her boat registration. The DMV confirmed the number belongs to her, highlighting flaws in the state’s tolling and plate-tracking system. Senator George […]
A University of Virginia study found that near-death experiences (NDEs) profoundly affect people’s lives, with about 70% of the 167 surveyed reporting changes in spiritual beliefs and reduced fear of death. Many re-evaluated relationships, with over 20% experiencing breakups. However, the experience often led to feelings of isolation, as sufferers feared being misunderstood or judged. […]
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