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New Restaurant Now Open, Bringing Burgers, Steaks, Cocktails To Route 100 In Westchester New Restaurant Now Open, Bringing Burgers, Steaks, Cocktails To Route 100 In Westchester New Restaurant Now Open, Bringing Burgers, Steaks, Cocktails To Route 100 In Westchester
New Restaurant Now Open, Bringing Burgers, Steaks, Cocktails To Route 100 In Westchester A new restaurant has opened its doors in Northern Westchester, offering everything from gourmet burgers and seafood to steaks, creative appetizers, and craft cocktails.  The Mill, located at 289 Route 100 in Somers, officially opened on Wednesday, Oct. 21, and celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.  Its website said the restaurant aims to combine an upscale dining experience with a comfortable, inviting setting.  The menu features a mix of familiar comfort foods and dishes with a creative twist. Appetizers include Reuben empanadas, whipped ricotta with truffle …

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Watch: Highland Cow Chase Body Camera Footage Released By Police In Hudson Valley A 700-pound runaway cow gave police in Putnam County an unusual pursuit, and now the department has released body camera footage of the chase.  The four-legged fugitive, a Scottish Highland cow named Maggie, escaped from her new home at Little Cabin's Farm in Carmel on the morning of Saturday, Oct. 24, according to Carmel Police. Rather than sticking around the farm, Maggie decided to explore the neighborhood, making her way along Route 301. Her unexpected outing prompted a quick response from Carmel Police officers, who found themselves playing the role of cowboys.  The dep…

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Honorary Fire Chief Who Served Over 50 Years In Hudson Valley Dies A longtime Putnam County firefighter who dedicated more than 50 years to serving his community is being remembered for his decades of volunteer service following his death over the weekend.  Mahopac resident and Mahopac Volunteer Fire Department Life Member John Ortiz, affectionately known as "Johnny O," died of natural causes on Saturday, Oct. 24, according to his obituary.  A Mahopac resident since 1968, Ortiz was an Honorary Chief of the department, where he served for more than half a century. The department announced his death on Tuesday, Oct. 27, remembering him as thei…

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$3.4M Medicaid Fraud Scheme: Hudson Valley Couple Gets Prison After Billing NY For Fake Trips $3.4M Medicaid Fraud Scheme: Hudson Valley Couple Gets Prison After Billing NY For Fake Trips $3.4M Medicaid Fraud Scheme: Hudson Valley Couple Gets Prison After Billing NY For Fake Trips
$3.4M Medicaid Fraud Scheme: Hudson Valley Couple Gets Prison After Billing NY For Fake Trips An Orange County couple who helped steal more than $3.4 million from New York's Medicaid program by billing for fake medical transportation trips will spend time in prison, prosecutors said.  Rohail Raja, 45, of New Windsor, was sentenced to six to 18 years in state prison on Tuesday, Oct. 27, following his guilty plea to first-degree grand larceny, according to Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler and New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli.   Meanwhile, his wife, Shama Alam, 45, also of New Windsor, was sentenced to six months in jail and five years of probation…

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Woman Found Slain In NY Home, Suspect Dies After Police Chase 200 Miles Away: NYSP Woman Found Slain In NY Home, Suspect Dies After Police Chase 200 Miles Away: NYSP Woman Found Slain In NY Home, Suspect Dies After Police Chase 200 Miles Away: NYSP
Woman Found Slain In NY Home, Suspect Dies After Police Chase 200 Miles Away: Nysp A woman was found shot to death inside a New York home, and a suspect in the case died later the same day about 200 miles away after a police chase, authorities said. Mellissa K. Pelc-Lohr, 50, of Brushton, was found dead around 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27 at a residence in Moira, New York State Police said. Investigators quickly identified Norman E. Lohr Jr., 50, of Michigan, as a suspect in the case and searched for a red 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, according to state police. The vehicle was located around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Lyons, about 200 miles southwest of Moira, according to authorit…

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Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List
Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List A new national ranking reveals the top communities for Americans to spend their retirement years. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Places to Retire list on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The website evaluated more than 850 cities based on factors like affordability, quality of life, health care access, and taxes for retirees. Affordability became the top priority in this year's rankings as Americans continue facing higher living costs and inflation. U.S. News adjusted its scoring system to give more weight to the financial concerns of people approaching retirement. Midland, Michigan,…

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Hudson Valley Mom, 36, Fights Brain Cancer As Premature Newborn Fights To Grow Stronger Hudson Valley Mom, 36, Fights Brain Cancer As Premature Newborn Fights To Grow Stronger Hudson Valley Mom, 36, Fights Brain Cancer As Premature Newborn Fights To Grow Stronger
Hudson Valley Mom, 36, Fights Brain Cancer As Premature Newborn Fights To Grow Stronger A 36-year-old Hudson Valley mother was diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer while pregnant, forcing her baby boy to be delivered more than three months early — and now their community is making sure she and her husband do not face this crisis alone.  Samantha Knapp, 36, and her husband, Christopher Knapp, are navigating her cancer treatment while their newborn son, Nico, remains in a neonatal intensive care unit, according to family friend Filomena Vasapolli.  The family's ordeal began in mid-August, when Samantha underwent emergency brain surgery to remove a mass tha…

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Winning Lotto Ticket Worth Over $15K Sold At This Hudson Valley Gas Station Winning Lotto Ticket Worth Over $15K Sold At This Hudson Valley Gas Station Winning Lotto Ticket Worth Over $15K Sold At This Hudson Valley Gas Station
Winning Lotto Ticket Worth Over $15K Sold At This Hudson Valley Gas Station One lucky New York Lottery player is more than $15,000 richer after a top-prize winning ticket was sold at a Putnam County gas station.  The winning TAKE 5 ticket, worth $15,320.50, was purchased at the BP gas station located at 876 Route 22 in Brewster, New York Lottery officials announced. The ticket was one of two top-prize winners sold for the Wednesday, Oct. 21, TAKE 5 Evening drawing. The other winning ticket, also worth $15,320.50, was sold at St. Nicholas Auto Center at 800 Saint Nicholas Ave. in Manhattan.  The winning numbers were 1 3 14 16 38.  Lottery officials…

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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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Reese's Names Best Trick-Or-Treating Streets In NY: See Full List Reese's Names Best Trick-Or-Treating Streets In NY: See Full List Reese's Names Best Trick-Or-Treating Streets In NY: See Full List
Reese's Names Best Trick-Or-Treating Streets In NY: See Full List Dozens of streets across the Northeast have been recognized among the nation's best places for trick-or-treating, including one in a town that inspired "The Addams Family." Reese's named East Dudley Avenue in Westfield, New Jersey, as the "Trick-or-Treatiest Street in America" on Wednesday, Oct. 21. The Hershey-owned candy brand evaluated 150 popular Halloween destinations across the US, from large cities to small towns. Each street received a "haul score" and a "haunt score." The metrics were based on factors like crowds, decorations, Halloween spirit, and social media …

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Longtime High School Basketball, Football Coach In Westchester Battling Stage 4 Brain Cancer Longtime High School Basketball, Football Coach In Westchester Battling Stage 4 Brain Cancer Longtime High School Basketball, Football Coach In Westchester Battling Stage 4 Brain Cancer
Longtime High School Basketball, Football Coach In Westchester Battling Stage 4 Brain Cancer A longtime Northern Westchester high school coach who spent more than three decades helping young athletes is now facing a devastating battle with terminal brain cancer, prompting his family to seek help.  Dave Fernandes, known to generations of Horace Greeley High School athletes in Chappaqua as "Coach Dave," was diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in September 2026, according to a GoFundMe fundraiser launched by his daughter, Kayle Fernandes, on Tuesday, Oct. 27.  The diagnosis came suddenly, and his health has declined rapidly, his daughter said. Fernandes spent more than 30 y…

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Conservative NY Influencer Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt Conservative NY Influencer Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt Conservative NY Influencer Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt
Conservative NY Influencer Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt Two conservative influencers said they were putting Minnesota's voter vouching law to an extreme test when they dressed in Muslim-style clothing, adopted fake accents, and filmed themselves at polling places. But after reviewing videos of the stunt, prosecutors said the pair had violated state election laws and charged both with felonies. James Edward O'Keefe, 42, who grew up in Westwood, NJ, and Cam Higby, 26, of Gouverneur, NY, were each charged with felony unlawful voting and identity theft on Wednesday, Oct. 28, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office announced. The charges stem from the …

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Drunk Westchester Man, 27, Caught With 1-Year-Old In Car, Police Say Drunk Westchester Man, 27, Caught With 1-Year-Old In Car, Police Say Drunk Westchester Man, 27, Caught With 1-Year-Old In Car, Police Say
Drunk Westchester Man, 27, Caught With 1-Year-Old In Car, Police Say A Northern Westchester man is facing a felony charge after police said he was caught driving drunk with a 1-year-old child in his vehicle in Putnam County. Kayden C. Billingsley, 27, of North Salem, was arrested on Tuesday, Oct. 27, after troopers pulled him over on Danbury Road in Southeast for traffic violations, New York State Police announced on Wednesday, Oct. 28.  During the stop, troopers noticed signs that Billingsley was intoxicated and had him perform field sobriety tests, according to State Police. Troopers also discovered that a 1-year-old child was riding in the vehicle.&n…

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Banging Noises Lead Cops To Suspect In Attempted Burglary Spree In Hudson Valley: NYSP Banging Noises Lead Cops To Suspect In Attempted Burglary Spree In Hudson Valley: NYSP Banging Noises Lead Cops To Suspect In Attempted Burglary Spree In Hudson Valley: NYSP
Banging Noises Lead Cops To Suspect In Attempted Burglary Spree In Hudson Valley: Nysp A burglary alarm and banging noises led troopers to a 22-year-old man now accused of trying to break into several businesses and vehicles in Orange County, authorities said.  Middletown resident Kevin A. Rodriguez Palacios, 22, was arrested after troopers responded to a burglary alarm at a Mobil gas station on Route 17K in Crawford at around 4 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 19, New York State Police announced on Wednesday, Oct. 28.  When troopers arrived, they found damage to the gas station's front door. Soon after, they also heard loud banging coming from a nearby self-storage facili…

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SUV Crashes Through Fence, Ends Up On Tracks In Westchester, Stopping Trains SUV Crashes Through Fence, Ends Up On Tracks In Westchester, Stopping Trains SUV Crashes Through Fence, Ends Up On Tracks In Westchester, Stopping Trains
SUV Crashes Through Fence, Ends Up On Tracks In Westchester, Stopping Trains An SUV crashed through a fence and ended up stuck on railroad tracks in Westchester County, forcing authorities to halt approaching trains.  The incident happened at the intersection of Main Street and North Water Street in Peekskill at around 5:16 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, according to Peekskill Police Chief Adam Renwick.  Officers responding to reports of a vehicle on the tracks found a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe that had crashed through a fence and become stuck. With the SUV blocking the tracks, authorities stopped approaching trains to prevent a collision.  Officers then …

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Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise
Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco is offering a complete Thanksgiving dinner for eight people at a discounted price as families navigate rising costs before the holidays. The warehouse retailer is selling its Fortune Gourmet Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for $199.99, down from its regular price of $269.99. The online-only meal includes about 30 pounds of food, with shipping included. The $70 discount is available through Monday, Nov. 30, while supplies last. "We've made Thanksgiving much easier for you and your family with this bundle," Costco said on its website. "You'll get a turkey breast that is pre-brined and read…

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Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States
Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States A butter product is under recall, giving shoppers a reason to check what is tucked inside their refrigerators and freezers. The recall covers Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter, according to an FDA enforcement report. The agency lists yeast, mold, and E. coli as the reason. Prosperity Organic Foods Inc., based in Boise, Idaho, voluntarily initiated the recall Friday, Sept. 11. The FDA classified it as Class II on Friday, Oct. 23, and lists its status as ongoing. The affected product was distributed in 10 states: Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana,…

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7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion
7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven is adding a Korean-inspired food menu as the convenience store chain tries to attract more customers. The company announced its new "Flavors of Korea" lineup in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The menu includes several new items at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores nationwide. The new offerings include 10 spicy chicken dumplings for $5 and eight boneless wings for $5 coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang glaze. A Korean barbecue pizza is also being introduced with seasoned beef, caramelized onions, carrots, garlic, green onions, cheese, and barbecue sa…

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Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise
Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart is offering a Thanksgiving meal that it claims can feed 10 people for just $35 as families continue facing higher grocery prices. The retail giant is bringing back its Holiday Meal Basket with 26 items for $3.50 per person, Walmart announced in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Walmart said the 2026 basket has 18% more items and costs 12% less than the same items did in 2025. The meal includes a Butterball turkey that costs 97 cents per pound. Families can also prepare several traditional holiday dishes, including stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, gree…

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iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report
iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report Apple’s warning about a highly sophisticated attack is bringing fresh attention to a security step iPhone users should check. The company released iOS 18.7.11 and iPadOS 18.7.11 on Monday, Oct. 26, extending protection against a security flaw to older devices, including the iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR, according to Apple’s security advisory. Apple says it is aware of a report that the flaw may have been exploited in an “extremely sophisticated attack” targeting specific individuals using versions of iOS before iOS 27. That wording matters: The advisory describes a potentially targeted attack…

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Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise
Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco is offering a complete Thanksgiving dinner for eight people at a discounted price as families navigate rising costs before the holidays. The warehouse retailer is selling its Fortune Gourmet Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for $199.99, down from its regular price of $269.99. The online-only meal includes about 30 pounds of food, with shipping included. The $70 discount is available through Monday, Nov. 30, while supplies last. "We've made Thanksgiving much easier for you and your family with this bundle," Costco said on its website. "You'll get a turkey breast that is pre-brined and read…

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by Chris Spiker
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Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States
Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States A butter product is under recall, giving shoppers a reason to check what is tucked inside their refrigerators and freezers. The recall covers Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter, according to an FDA enforcement report. The agency lists yeast, mold, and E. coli as the reason. Prosperity Organic Foods Inc., based in Boise, Idaho, voluntarily initiated the recall Friday, Sept. 11. The FDA classified it as Class II on Friday, Oct. 23, and lists its status as ongoing. The affected product was distributed in 10 states: Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana,…

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by Joe Lombardi
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7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion
7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven is adding a Korean-inspired food menu as the convenience store chain tries to attract more customers. The company announced its new "Flavors of Korea" lineup in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The menu includes several new items at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores nationwide. The new offerings include 10 spicy chicken dumplings for $5 and eight boneless wings for $5 coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang glaze. A Korean barbecue pizza is also being introduced with seasoned beef, caramelized onions, carrots, garlic, green onions, cheese, and barbecue sa…

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Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise
Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart is offering a Thanksgiving meal that it claims can feed 10 people for just $35 as families continue facing higher grocery prices. The retail giant is bringing back its Holiday Meal Basket with 26 items for $3.50 per person, Walmart announced in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Walmart said the 2026 basket has 18% more items and costs 12% less than the same items did in 2025. The meal includes a Butterball turkey that costs 97 cents per pound. Families can also prepare several traditional holiday dishes, including stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, gree…

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iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report
iPhone Security Warning: Apple Expands Protection After Targeted Attack Report Apple’s warning about a highly sophisticated attack is bringing fresh attention to a security step iPhone users should check. The company released iOS 18.7.11 and iPadOS 18.7.11 on Monday, Oct. 26, extending protection against a security flaw to older devices, including the iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR, according to Apple’s security advisory. Apple says it is aware of a report that the flaw may have been exploited in an “extremely sophisticated attack” targeting specific individuals using versions of iOS before iOS 27. That wording matters: The advisory describes a potentially targeted attack…

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203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs 203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs 203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs
203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs More than 200 passengers have been left stranded after a residential cruise halted its global voyage, turning a floating-home dream into an uncertain search for somewhere to stay. The Villa Vie Odyssey is docked in Sihanoukville, Cambodia. Its Florida-based operator, Villa Vie Residences, announced the suspension Tuesday, Oct. 27, citing fuel costs it said had become unsustainable. The 642-foot ship carried 203 passengers, predominantly Americans, and 156 crew members, according to NBC News. Those onboard have been instructed to disembark, with no confirmed date for the voyage to resume. F…

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Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report
Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report A famous vacation destination can come with a premium price, but a new comparison identifies alternatives that could deliver a similar getaway for considerably less. Duel.com’s October report compared 16 well-known destinations with lower-cost counterparts and estimated daily spending for one adult. Maiori, Italy, led the comparison by percentage savings. Breckenridge, Colorado, offered the largest dollar reduction among the destination pairs. The analysis priced well-reviewed three- or four-star hotels on identical dates within each pair. Food and drink estimates used a fixed basket of me…

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How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research
How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research Losing a paycheck could leave many workers facing a financial squeeze before they find a suitable replacement job, new Monster research suggests. Only 39 percent of employed adults surveyed said they could maintain their current standard of living for at least three months after losing their primary source of income. The findings come from the Monster Research Institute’s Q3 Monster Livelihood Index, which measures workers’ perceptions of their financial resilience and career options. The survey also found that fewer than half, 48 percent, felt confident they could find another job meeting…

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Top Rock Songs Of 21st Century Ranked By Rolling Stone: No. 1 May Come As Surprise Top Rock Songs Of 21st Century Ranked By Rolling Stone: No. 1 May Come As Surprise Top Rock Songs Of 21st Century Ranked By Rolling Stone: No. 1 May Come As Surprise
Top Rock Songs Of 21st Century Ranked By Rolling Stone: No. 1 May Come As Surprise Rolling Stone has ranked the greatest rock songs of the 21st century, and its top pick may send listeners back to their playlists. The magazine’s 200-song ranking brings together guitar anthems, pop-punk hits, and even hip-hop, making room for very different definitions of rock. The winner is “Maps,” the Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ 2003 song, which places ahead of the White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army” and the Killers’ “Mr. Brightside.” Rolling Stone credits the New York trio’s enduring appeal on “Maps” to singer Karen O’s emotional vulnerability and Nick Zinner’s guitar work. The choice gives the to…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak
Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak Flu’s early rise is putting the timing of this season’s peak in focus, but the calendar offers clues rather than guarantees. US influenza activity most often peaks between December and February, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  That means December falls at the beginning of the typical peak window, though the agency’s historical summary does not predict when this season will reach its highest point. February was the most common peak month in the CDC’s historical tally, followed by December. Some seasons peaked in March. An early increase alone does not est…

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