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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's Motorcade Seen On Thruway In Hudson Valley: Reports Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's Motorcade Seen On Thruway In Hudson Valley: Reports Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's Motorcade Seen On Thruway In Hudson Valley: Reports
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's Motorcade Seen On Thruway In Hudson Valley: Reports Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's heavily escorted motorcade was spotted traveling through the Hudson Valley on Thursday morning, Sept. 24, after he landed at New York Stewart International Airport ahead of an address to the United Nations, according to reports.  Netanyahu's motorcade was seen traveling on the New York State Thruway near Monsey in Rockland County on Thursday, Sept. 24, accompanied by multiple New York State Police vehicles, The Monsey Scoop reported.  The trip followed Netanyahu's arrival at New York Stewart International Airport in Orange County earlier…

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Dog Abandoned Christmas Day In Capital Region, Suspect Nabbed Nine Months Later: Police Dog Abandoned Christmas Day In Capital Region, Suspect Nabbed Nine Months Later: Police Dog Abandoned Christmas Day In Capital Region, Suspect Nabbed Nine Months Later: Police
Dog Abandoned Christmas Day In Capital Region, Suspect Nabbed Nine Months Later: Police A New York woman abandoned a dog on the street on Christmas Day in 2025 and has been arrested, police said. Rashidah C. Hemingway, 31, of Albany, was nabbed Wednesday, Sept. 23 in the case, the Albany Police Department said. Albany County Animal Control responded to Second Street and Oak Street around 11 a.m. Christmas Day for reports of an abandoned dog tied up to a fence and located the animal, police said. Authorities transported the pooch to Mohawk Hudson Humane Society for treatment and evaluation, cops said. The dog was in good health shortly afterward and adopted by a caring owner. …

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Woman Killed In NY Car Crash Identified, Was Lifelong Advocate For Others: ‘Wonderful Person’ Woman Killed In NY Car Crash Identified, Was Lifelong Advocate For Others: ‘Wonderful Person’ Woman Killed In NY Car Crash Identified, Was Lifelong Advocate For Others: ‘Wonderful Person’
Woman Killed In NY Car Crash Identified, Was Lifelong Advocate For Others: ‘Wonderful Person’ The woman killed in a car crash in Albany earlier this week was identified Thursday, Sept. 24 by police. Judith Avner, 74, of Delmar, was killed in the one-car crash Tuesday, Sept. 22 near Route 85, the Albany Police Department said. Avner was involved throughout the Capital Region community, working with the Brain Injury Association of New York State and her local synagogue at Congregation Ohav Shalom. “Judy was a dedicated leader and a passionate advocate for people and families affected by brain injury,” BIANYS wrote Thursday in a Facebook post. “Her energy, determination, warmth, and c…

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Hours-Long Search For Armed Man Near Capital Region Middle School Ends In Arrest: Police Hours-Long Search For Armed Man Near Capital Region Middle School Ends In Arrest: Police Hours-Long Search For Armed Man Near Capital Region Middle School Ends In Arrest: Police
Hours-Long Search For Armed Man Near Capital Region Middle School Ends In Arrest: Police An hours-long manhunt for a suspect armed with two long guns ended in his arrest Wednesday, Sept. 23 in the Capital Region, state police said. James F. Cooper IV, 39, was booked on several charges after the incident locked down a local middle school and left residents on edge, New York State Police said. The situation began with a disturbance on Chain Mountain Way in Poestenkill around 2 p.m. Wednesday, investigators said. Cooper entered a home, engaged in a “verbal altercation” with the homeowner, who he knew, and then left on foot carrying two long guns, police said. State troopers respo…

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Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect
Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect That package sitting in your tracking app might take a little longer to reach your doorstep as a powerful nor'easter impacts the East Coast. The US Postal Service is already warning that the storm may delay the processing, transportation, and delivery of mail and packages across Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. And USPS isn't the only delivery service keeping an eye on the weather. Amazon, UPS, and FedEx all have procedures for severe weather that can result in packages being delayed, routes being changed, or deliveries being…

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Hilary Duff Adds NY Show To Comeback Tour: This Is 'What Dreams Are Made Of' Hilary Duff Adds NY Show To Comeback Tour: This Is 'What Dreams Are Made Of' Hilary Duff Adds NY Show To Comeback Tour: This Is 'What Dreams Are Made Of'
Hilary Duff Adds NY Show To Comeback Tour: This Is 'What Dreams Are Made Of' Hilary Duff is giving fans another reason to ask Why Not? — the pop star has dramatically expanded her comeback concert tour with 32 new dates around the world. Duff announced the new dates for "the lucky me tour" on Wednesday, Sept. 23, extending her first full-scale global headlining tour in nearly two decades into late 2027. And for fans who grew up with "Lizzie McGuire," Come Clean, So Yesterday, and Fly, the expansion may be exactly What Dreams Are Made Of. The new dates span Europe, Latin America, and the United States, with the new US leg kicking off in Sunrise, Florida, on Friday, …

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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Fall Is Here, and So Are the Savings at Market 32 and Price Chopper Fall Is Here, and So Are the Savings at Market 32 and Price Chopper Fall Is Here, and So Are the Savings at Market 32 and Price Chopper
Fall Is Here, and So Are the Savings at Market 32 and Price Chopper The leaves are changing. Kids are back in school. The calendar is filling up with festive parties, holiday gatherings and game-day get-togethers. And this fall, there’s another reason to celebrate: exciting new ways to save on groceries and everyday essentials. Market 32 and Price Chopper are bringing big value to the season, lowering prices on more than 1,000 items across the store. Whether it’s on the grocery list for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks, that means even more opportunities for customers to shop without stretching their budgets. More savings? Yes, please! Because let’s face …

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New No. 1 Crowned In Best Colleges Rankings: 12 NY Schools Make Top 100 New No. 1 Crowned In Best Colleges Rankings: 12 NY Schools Make Top 100 New No. 1 Crowned In Best Colleges Rankings: 12 NY Schools Make Top 100
New No. 1 Crowned In Best Colleges Rankings: 12 NY Schools Make Top 100 Nearly 50 colleges across the Northeast have been recognized as some of the best in the nation. U.S. News released its 2027 Best Colleges rankings on Tuesday, Sept. 22. Massachusetts Institute of Technology took the No. 1 position on the national list, followed by Princeton University and Harvard University. MIT replaced Princeton at the top after the New Jersey university held the No. 1 spot for 15 straight editions beginning in 2012. The 42nd edition of the rankings evaluates nearly 1,700 colleges using up to 17 measures of academic quality and success. Student outcomes make up more…

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‘The Only Thing Holding Albany Back’ Is Finally Coming Down, Gov. Hochul Cheers ‘The Only Thing Holding Albany Back’ Is Finally Coming Down, Gov. Hochul Cheers ‘The Only Thing Holding Albany Back’ Is Finally Coming Down, Gov. Hochul Cheers
‘The Only Thing Holding Albany Back’ Is Finally Coming Down, Gov. Hochul Cheers Physical demolition of Albany’s notorious Central Warehouse began Monday, Sept. 21, following years of debate and preparation. Gov. Kathy Hochul called the 11-story eyesore “the only thing holding Albany back from its full potential” and cheered on the first strike from a construction vehicle into the side of the building. Crews spent the past 13 months removing more than 4,500 tons of asbestos and other contaminated materials from the 99-year-old building, the governor’s office said. Demolition will begin with a rail bridge connecting the building to an Amtrak spur, then continue with rem…

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Investigation Details NJ Lt. Gov's Troubling Conduct, Sherrill Calls For Resignation Investigation Details NJ Lt. Gov's Troubling Conduct, Sherrill Calls For Resignation Investigation Details NJ Lt. Gov's Troubling Conduct, Sherrill Calls For Resignation
Investigation Details NJ Lt. Gov's Troubling Conduct, Sherrill Calls For Resignation Gov. Mikie Sherrill has called on her handpicked Lt. Gov Dale Caldwell to resign after a 61-page report detailed his inappropriate behavior with women. Caldwell is accused of making sexual remark to a female staffer, requesting staff help him find a "first lady," and a comment that having two female staffers "one on each arm" made him look good, according to the report, released on Wednesday, Sept. 23. Caldwell improperly brought personal guests to ticketed events and sought a promotion for a state employee with whom he was romantically involved, the report details. The investigation b…

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Westchester CEO's Company Explodes After Sydney Sweeney Strips Down Westchester CEO's Company Explodes After Sydney Sweeney Strips Down Westchester CEO's Company Explodes After Sydney Sweeney Strips Down
Westchester CEO's Company Explodes After Sydney Sweeney Strips Down A provocative Sydney Sweeney ad took Novig from a lesser-known sports trading platform to a household name almost overnight. Behind it all is 28-year-old Westchester native Jacob Fortinsky, who earlier this month found himself at the helm of a company now at the center of a sports-world firestorm. Confirmed: Sydney Sweeney knows ball. pic.twitter.com/EXQ4PzVZsi — Novig (@Novig) September 9, 2026 Fortinsky is the CEO and co-founder of Novig, the company behind the viral ad featuring the blonde actress naked alongside sports equipment. The commercial dropped Tuesday, Sept. 9, with a…

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Manhattan Nightclub Kidnapping: Victim Beaten, Dumped Bloodied In NJ, Feds Say Manhattan Nightclub Kidnapping: Victim Beaten, Dumped Bloodied In NJ, Feds Say Manhattan Nightclub Kidnapping: Victim Beaten, Dumped Bloodied In NJ, Feds Say
Manhattan Nightclub Kidnapping: Victim Beaten, Dumped Bloodied In NJ, Feds Say A man was lured into a car outside a Midtown Manhattan club, beaten and robbed as he was driven through the Lincoln Tunnel, then abandoned bloodied in New Jersey, federal prosecutors said. Dani Amanuel, 28, of New York City, Kenny Fetiere, 26, of West Orange, and Kibret Meles, 28, of Livingston, were charged in connection with the June 11-12 kidnapping, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York announced Thursday, Sept. 24. The victim was outside a club in Midtown Manhattan when the defendants and others allegedly lured him into a vehicle under the false pretense that…

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Man Survives Blast From Explosive Device Around His Neck During Boston Police Encounter Man Survives Blast From Explosive Device Around His Neck During Boston Police Encounter Man Survives Blast From Explosive Device Around His Neck During Boston Police Encounter
Man Survives Blast From Explosive Device Around His Neck During Boston Police Encounter A man in Boston set off an explosive device he was wearing around his neck while speaking with police about conspiracy theories.  Boston police confronted the emotionally distressed man around 1 a.m. Monday, Sept. 21, near Mishawum and Main streets. The unnamed man told officers he did not feel well.  Officers noticed a wired device wrapped around his neck. He told them it was a bomb, according to a police report obtained by WCVB. Police attempted to calm him down, but he continued "rambling about the illegal and wrongful persecution of witches, many conspiracy the…

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Ex-NFL Star Antonio Brown To Avoid Prison With Plea Deal In Miami Attempted Murder Case: Lawyer Ex-NFL Star Antonio Brown To Avoid Prison With Plea Deal In Miami Attempted Murder Case: Lawyer Ex-NFL Star Antonio Brown To Avoid Prison With Plea Deal In Miami Attempted Murder Case: Lawyer
Ex-nfl Star Antonio Brown To Avoid Prison With Plea Deal In Miami Attempted Murder Case: Lawyer Former NFL star Antonio Brown could receive probation instead of prison in a Miami shooting case under a plea deal his lawyer says Brown plans to accept. Brown, 38, is due in a Miami court on Sept. 30, and his attorney, Mark Eiglarsh, said prosecutors offered to reduce the second-degree attempted murder charge, CBS News Miami reported. Brown has not yet accepted the deal in court. The charge stems from gunfire after a celebrity boxing match in Miami on May 16, 2025. If convicted, Brown could have faced up to 30 years in prison, including a mandatory 20-year term.  Eiglarsh said the of…

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Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test
Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test A familiar supermarket staple is being recalled after a food safety test raised concerns. The FDA posted Wakefern Food Corp.’s recall of select Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce on Tuesday, Sept. 22. The company said routine FDA testing found elevated patulin levels in the product. Patulin is a substance produced by molds that can grow on damaged or bruised apples. It can also turn up in foods made from affected fruit. The recall covers 23-ounce plastic jars with UPC code 04119005677 and a best-by date of June 16, 2027. The apple sauce was distributed through ShopRite, Price…

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Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu
Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen is getting into the Halloween spirit early with several spooky treats, including a new Blizzard flavor. The chain announced its first Halloween-themed lineup in a news release on Tuesday, Sept. 22. The limited-time Spellbound Series will launch on Monday, Sept. 28, and be available through Sunday, Nov. 1. The new Enchanted Oreo Blizzard Treat combines Oreo cookies with a sweet ube-flavored base and purple shimmer blended into DQ soft serve. Dairy Queen is also adding the Bubble Brew DQ Sparkler, which bubbles and foams more as it is stirred. The drink is made wit…

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Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up
Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks is closing about 250 cafés across North America while moving ahead with a major remodeling effort for hundreds of other locations. Chief operating officer Mike Grams told employees about the closures in a message on Thursday, Sept. 24. Starbucks will close approximately 1% of its more than 18,000 North American coffeehouses. The shutdowns are part of the company's ongoing "Back to Starbucks" plan, which is also focused on upgrading stores and improving the customer experience. "We have carefully reviewed our North America coffeehouse portfolio and identified locations where …

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Stop & Shop Serving Up Free Coffee, New Grocery Offers Stop & Shop Serving Up Free Coffee, New Grocery Offers Stop & Shop Serving Up Free Coffee, New Grocery Offers
Stop & Shop Serving Up Free Coffee, New Grocery Offers Stop & Shop is brewing up a new freebie, giving shoppers a limited window to claim a seasonal pick-me-up. The supermarket chain will offer a free 48-ounce bottle of its ready-to-drink cold brew coffee from Friday, Sept. 25, through Thursday, Oct. 1, while supplies last, the company announced. No purchase is necessary. However, customers must check in at an in-store Savings Station kiosk using a GO Rewards account to activate the offer. Checking in automatically adds a digital coupon to the shopper’s account. Customers without an account can create one at the kiosk. The giveaway is lim…

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New Taco Bell Baja Blast Flavor Celebrates Olivia Rodrigo As Tour Launches In Northeast New Taco Bell Baja Blast Flavor Celebrates Olivia Rodrigo As Tour Launches In Northeast New Taco Bell Baja Blast Flavor Celebrates Olivia Rodrigo As Tour Launches In Northeast
New Taco Bell Baja Blast Flavor Celebrates Olivia Rodrigo As Tour Launches In Northeast Taco Bell is hoping you'll be "Obsessed" with its latest Baja Blast flavor as the chain teams up with Olivia Rodrigo before the pop star's tour begins in the Northeast. The limited-time You Seem Pretty Pink for a Baja Blast launched nationwide on Thursday, Sept. 24. The drink is the first-ever pink version of Mountain Dew Baja Blast, blending the signature tropical lime flavor with pink lemonade. The drink's name is inspired by Rodrigo's latest album, "You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love," which was released in June. "One of my favorite drinks ever is a Mountain Dew Baja Bl…

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Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test
Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test A familiar supermarket staple is being recalled after a food safety test raised concerns. The FDA posted Wakefern Food Corp.’s recall of select Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce on Tuesday, Sept. 22. The company said routine FDA testing found elevated patulin levels in the product. Patulin is a substance produced by molds that can grow on damaged or bruised apples. It can also turn up in foods made from affected fruit. The recall covers 23-ounce plastic jars with UPC code 04119005677 and a best-by date of June 16, 2027. The apple sauce was distributed through ShopRite, Price…

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Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu
Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen is getting into the Halloween spirit early with several spooky treats, including a new Blizzard flavor. The chain announced its first Halloween-themed lineup in a news release on Tuesday, Sept. 22. The limited-time Spellbound Series will launch on Monday, Sept. 28, and be available through Sunday, Nov. 1. The new Enchanted Oreo Blizzard Treat combines Oreo cookies with a sweet ube-flavored base and purple shimmer blended into DQ soft serve. Dairy Queen is also adding the Bubble Brew DQ Sparkler, which bubbles and foams more as it is stirred. The drink is made wit…

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Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up
Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks is closing about 250 cafés across North America while moving ahead with a major remodeling effort for hundreds of other locations. Chief operating officer Mike Grams told employees about the closures in a message on Thursday, Sept. 24. Starbucks will close approximately 1% of its more than 18,000 North American coffeehouses. The shutdowns are part of the company's ongoing "Back to Starbucks" plan, which is also focused on upgrading stores and improving the customer experience. "We have carefully reviewed our North America coffeehouse portfolio and identified locations where …

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Stop & Shop Serving Up Free Coffee, New Grocery Offers Stop & Shop Serving Up Free Coffee, New Grocery Offers Stop & Shop Serving Up Free Coffee, New Grocery Offers
Stop & Shop Serving Up Free Coffee, New Grocery Offers Stop & Shop is brewing up a new freebie, giving shoppers a limited window to claim a seasonal pick-me-up. The supermarket chain will offer a free 48-ounce bottle of its ready-to-drink cold brew coffee from Friday, Sept. 25, through Thursday, Oct. 1, while supplies last, the company announced. No purchase is necessary. However, customers must check in at an in-store Savings Station kiosk using a GO Rewards account to activate the offer. Checking in automatically adds a digital coupon to the shopper’s account. Customers without an account can create one at the kiosk. The giveaway is lim…

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New Taco Bell Baja Blast Flavor Celebrates Olivia Rodrigo As Tour Launches In Northeast New Taco Bell Baja Blast Flavor Celebrates Olivia Rodrigo As Tour Launches In Northeast New Taco Bell Baja Blast Flavor Celebrates Olivia Rodrigo As Tour Launches In Northeast
New Taco Bell Baja Blast Flavor Celebrates Olivia Rodrigo As Tour Launches In Northeast Taco Bell is hoping you'll be "Obsessed" with its latest Baja Blast flavor as the chain teams up with Olivia Rodrigo before the pop star's tour begins in the Northeast. The limited-time You Seem Pretty Pink for a Baja Blast launched nationwide on Thursday, Sept. 24. The drink is the first-ever pink version of Mountain Dew Baja Blast, blending the signature tropical lime flavor with pink lemonade. The drink's name is inspired by Rodrigo's latest album, "You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love," which was released in June. "One of my favorite drinks ever is a Mountain Dew Baja Bl…

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NY Ranks No. 1 Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart NY Ranks No. 1 Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart NY Ranks No. 1 Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart
NY Ranks No. 1 Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart New rankings reveal the nation’s highest-taxing states, with a sizable gap separating the leader from the pack. New York and its local governments collected more taxes per person than any other state, according to the Citizens Budget Commission’s “Top of the Charts 4” analysis. They also ranked second in spending per person, behind Alaska. The report uses fiscal year 2024 data, the latest available, to compare combined state and local finances. New York’s tax collections per person exceeded the national average by 71 percent and California, in second place, by 22 percent. The top 10 states…

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Cereal Crown: This Brand Is No. 1 In NY, New Research Reveals Cereal Crown: This Brand Is No. 1 In NY, New Research Reveals Cereal Crown: This Brand Is No. 1 In NY, New Research Reveals
Cereal Crown: This Brand Is No. 1 In NY, New Research Reveals America is divided over what belongs in the breakfast bowl, but one colorful contender has left its rivals eating dust. CSP Global analyzed Google Trends data to identify the most-searched cereal in every state and Washington, DC, from January 2025 through January 2026. The findings measure relative search interest, not purchases or consumption. Froot Loops took the cereal crown, finishing first in 13 states. It dominated searches across much of the South, including Florida, Texas, Georgia, and North Carolina. Froot Loops generated the most search interest nationwide, leading in 13…

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Navy Reveals 8 Suicide Attempts During USS Abraham Lincoln's Lengthy Deployment: Reports Navy Reveals 8 Suicide Attempts During USS Abraham Lincoln's Lengthy Deployment: Reports Navy Reveals 8 Suicide Attempts During USS Abraham Lincoln's Lengthy Deployment: Reports
Navy Reveals 8 Suicide Attempts During USS Abraham Lincoln's Lengthy Deployment: Reports Eight Navy personnel serving with the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group attempted suicide during a deployment that set a modern record for time at sea, according to reports. Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao disclosed the number in a letter to New York Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, CNN reported. The attempts involved sailors across several ships and units traveling with the Lincoln, not only those aboard the aircraft carrier. More than 6,000 sailors were deployed across roughly a half-dozen ships in the strike group. "Since the beginning of Lincoln's deployment, there have been a…

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NHL Star's Father Killed In Bear Attack During Fishing Trip In Russia NHL Star's Father Killed In Bear Attack During Fishing Trip In Russia NHL Star's Father Killed In Bear Attack During Fishing Trip In Russia
NHL Star's Father Killed In Bear Attack During Fishing Trip In Russia The father of Pittsburgh Penguins forward Andrei Kuzmenko has died after being attacked by a bear during a fishing trip in southern Siberia, according to Russian media and the NHL. Alexander Kuzmenko, 62, was fishing with a group in Russia's Tuva Republic when a bear emerged from nearby woods and attacked him, Russian outlet REN TV reported. The attack happened along the Bolshoy Yenisei River on Wednesday, Sept. 23, according to Russian reports. Kuzmenko's companions managed to drive the bear away, provided first aid, and used a satellite phone to call for help. The group then faced a leng…

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Chris Spatola Dies: ESPN Analyst, Coach K’s Son-In-Law Was 47, Scored 1,500 Points For Army Chris Spatola Dies: ESPN Analyst, Coach K’s Son-In-Law Was 47, Scored 1,500 Points For Army Chris Spatola Dies: ESPN Analyst, Coach K’s Son-In-Law Was 47, Scored 1,500 Points For Army
Chris Spatola Dies: ESPN Analyst, Coach K’s Son-In-Law Was 47, Scored 1,500 Points For Army College basketball is mourning a TV analyst whose ties to the game stretched far beyond the broadcast booth. ESPN announced that Chris Spatola, 47, died unexpectedly on Monday, Sept. 21. The former Duke staff member was the son-in-law of legendary coach Mike "Coach K" Krzyzewski. No cause of death has been publicly disclosed. Spatola worked under his father-in-law as an assistant at Duke from 2007 to 2012, helping the Blue Devils win the 2010 NCAA championship. According to Duke, he started as a graduate assistant/head team manager before becoming director of basketball operations in 2008.…

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