2024 is the year of the double cicada emergence, a 'simultaneous explosion of bugs'
“If for 2024 you had the simultaneous explosion of green teenage bugs all across North America on your bingo card, you are in for a treat."
“If for 2024 you had the simultaneous explosion of green teenage bugs all across North America on your bingo card, you are in for a treat."
Demonstrators protest US bombing Yemen outside White House
Demonstrators upset with the United States military's retaliatory airstrikes across Yemen Thursday have gathered outside the White House to protest.
Demonstrators upset with the United States military's retaliatory airstrikes across Yemen Thursday have gathered outside the White House to protest.
NYC migrant crisis: Shelter curfews considered by mayor's office for asylum seekers
In a meeting, City Council member Joann Ariola asked why the migrants weren't subject to a curfew. She said it’s about safety.
In a meeting, City Council member Joann Ariola asked why the migrants weren't subject to a curfew. She said it’s about safety.
Millions of anchor kits to prevent furniture from tipping over have been recalled
Officials said the plastic zip tie can break, leading to furniture that's anchored to the wall becoming detached. Here’s how to find out if a dresser you own was impacted in the recall.
Officials said the plastic zip tie can break, leading to furniture that's anchored to the wall becoming detached. Here’s how to find out if a dresser you own was impacted in the recall.
$1M Powerball ticket sold in Queens
A second-prize winning Powerball ticket worth $1M was sold in Woodside, Queens on Wednesday.
A second-prize winning Powerball ticket worth $1M was sold in Woodside, Queens on Wednesday.
NYC casino proposal underground faces strong opposition from Midtown residents
The Soloviev Group, in partnership with Connecticut's Mohegan Sun, has proposed constructing a gaming complex on land they own, spanning from E. 38th to E. 41st streets, between First Avenue and F.D.R. Drive, near the United Nations building.
The Soloviev Group, in partnership with Connecticut's Mohegan Sun, has proposed constructing a gaming complex on land they own, spanning from E. 38th to E. 41st streets, between First Avenue and F.D.R. Drive, near the United Nations building.
What does it mean to be 'California sober?’
The term “California sober" has been popularized by celebrities like Demi Lovato and Willie Nelson. What does it mean and is it a healthy approach to sobriety?
The term “California sober" has been popularized by celebrities like Demi Lovato and Willie Nelson. What does it mean and is it a healthy approach to sobriety?
Student loan forgiveness: Some Americans will get loans canceled in February — here's who qualifies
The Biden administration will start canceling student loans for some borrowers next month as part of a new repayment plan that's taking effect ahead of schedule. Here's who is eligible.
The Biden administration will start canceling student loans for some borrowers next month as part of a new repayment plan that's taking effect ahead of schedule. Here's who is eligible.
North Dakota coal miners unearth ancient mammoth fossil: 'Exciting find'
The well-preserved, rare fossil is believed to be at least 10,000 years old.
The well-preserved, rare fossil is believed to be at least 10,000 years old.
Renting in NYC: $1,700 gets you a living room sized apartment, study reveals
According to a new study, the average monthly rent of $1,700 in the 50 largest cities in the nation gets you a whopping 211 square feet in one part of Manhattan.
According to a new study, the average monthly rent of $1,700 in the 50 largest cities in the nation gets you a whopping 211 square feet in one part of Manhattan.
Chick-fil-A loses battle over proposed 'mega' restaurant in Tennessee community
Chick-fil-A's plans included an over 6,000 square foot restaurant with a large indoor playground.
Chick-fil-A's plans included an over 6,000 square foot restaurant with a large indoor playground.
Newark police: 2 teens shot near school
Police are responding to reports of a shooting near Kipp Rise Academy in Newark, New Jersey.
Police are responding to reports of a shooting near Kipp Rise Academy in Newark, New Jersey.
eBay to pay $3M after employees sent live spiders, cockroaches to couple
The harassment started in 2019 after a Massachusetts couple wrote a story in their online newsletter about a lawsuit brought by eBay which accused Amazon of poaching sellers.
The harassment started in 2019 after a Massachusetts couple wrote a story in their online newsletter about a lawsuit brought by eBay which accused Amazon of poaching sellers.
Ozempic side effects: FDA says drug has no link to suicide
The FDA’s preliminary report of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity showed no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
The FDA’s preliminary report of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity showed no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
Maine man pleads guilty in New Year's Eve machete attack near Times Square
Twenty-year-old Trevor Bickford of Wells, Maine, entered the plea Thursday in Manhattan federal court.
Twenty-year-old Trevor Bickford of Wells, Maine, entered the plea Thursday in Manhattan federal court.
Screen time and kids: New research finds link between early screen time and sensory issues in toddlers
A new study is sounding the alarm about how much screen time is too much when it comes to kids and their development, and recommends keeping toddlers under 2 away from TV, smartphones and tablet screens.
A new study is sounding the alarm about how much screen time is too much when it comes to kids and their development, and recommends keeping toddlers under 2 away from TV, smartphones and tablet screens.
Murder trial begins months after young woman driven into wrong driveway shot in upstate New York
Kevin Monahan, 66, is charged with second-degree murder in the death of Kaylin Gillis, who was out with friends who got lost while heading to another person's house on a Saturday night last April.
Kevin Monahan, 66, is charged with second-degree murder in the death of Kaylin Gillis, who was out with friends who got lost while heading to another person's house on a Saturday night last April.
You can cancel your New Jersey gym membership online thanks to new law
Governor Murphy signed the bill Monday, putting it into effect immediately.
Governor Murphy signed the bill Monday, putting it into effect immediately.
Food handler at NJ Olive Garden test positive for Hepatitis A: officials
Hepatitis A is described as a viral illness that's symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea, tiredness, and jaundice.
Hepatitis A is described as a viral illness that's symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea, tiredness, and jaundice.
Bill Belichick leaving New England Patriots after 24 seasons, reports say
Bill Belichick and the Patriots are parting ways after six Super Bowl championships together, according to multiple reports. Belichick and team owner Robert Kraft addressed the media Thursday.
Bill Belichick and the Patriots are parting ways after six Super Bowl championships together, according to multiple reports. Belichick and team owner Robert Kraft addressed the media Thursday.



















