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Secluded Yorktown Home On 4 Wooded Acres Soon Hitting Market For $650K Secluded Yorktown Home On 4 Wooded Acres Soon Hitting Market For $650K Secluded Yorktown Home On 4 Wooded Acres Soon Hitting Market For $650K
Secluded Yorktown Home On 4 Wooded Acres Soon Hitting Market For $650K A secluded home tucked away on more than four wooded acres in Northern Westchester will soon hit the market for just under $650,000, offering plenty of privacy and a chance to restore a distinctive country retreat.   The property, located at 1471 Old Logging Road West in Yorktown Heights, is listed for $649,900 by Stephanie Ruzzo of RE/MAX Classic Realty.  Situated in the Huntersville neighborhood, the four-bedroom home was designed by Julie Whitcomb, known for creating country retreats for New Yorkers seeking an escape from city life.  The house sits at the end of a dr…

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Car Lands On Roof After 2-Vehicle Crash At Hudson Valley Intersection Car Lands On Roof After 2-Vehicle Crash At Hudson Valley Intersection Car Lands On Roof After 2-Vehicle Crash At Hudson Valley Intersection
Car Lands On Roof After 2-Vehicle Crash At Hudson Valley Intersection A two-vehicle crash left a car overturned on its roof at a busy Rockland County intersection.  The collision happened at the intersection of Forshay Road and Grandview Avenue in the Forshay area of Monsey on Tuesday, Oct. 13, The Monsey Scoop reported. One of the vehicles overturned during the crash, and minor injuries were reported, the outlet said.  Footage from the scene posted by the outlet shows one of the vehicles on its roof with one of its doors open.  Hatzoloh EMS, Spring Hill EMS, Ramapo Police, and the Monsey Fire Department responded to the collision, The Monsey…

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Hudson Valley Woman, 23, Dies Suddenly — And Her Family Faces 'Overwhelming' Costs Hudson Valley Woman, 23, Dies Suddenly — And Her Family Faces 'Overwhelming' Costs Hudson Valley Woman, 23, Dies Suddenly — And Her Family Faces 'Overwhelming' Costs
Hudson Valley Woman, 23, Dies Suddenly — And Her Family Faces 'Overwhelming' Costs A Rockland County family is mourning the sudden and unexpected death of a 23-year-old woman remembered for her kindness, compassion, and ability to make everyone around her feel loved.  Helen Marie Ramirez-Apuzzo, 23, died unexpectedly, her family announced on Monday, Oct. 12. Her cause of death was not made public.  Her death was announced in a GoFundMe campaign launched by her family member, AnnMarie Mulholland, on Monday to help Helen's family cover funeral and burial expenses.   Helen was the youngest daughter of Theresa and Jose Ramirez-Apuzzo and a beloved sister …

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Child Sex Crime Lands Hudson Valley Man In Jail: State Police Child Sex Crime Lands Hudson Valley Man In Jail: State Police Child Sex Crime Lands Hudson Valley Man In Jail: State Police
Child Sex Crime Lands Hudson Valley Man In Jail: State Police A Hudson Valley man has been arrested for sexual contact with a minor, state police announced Tuesday, Oct. 13. Austin Irwin, 28, of Esopus, was detained Thursday, Oct. 8 following a two-month investigation, New York State Police said. The probe began Thursday, Aug. 6 and “determined that Irwin engaged in sexual activity with an underage female,” state troopers said. He was charged with misdemeanor sexual misconduct, authorities said. Irwin was arraigned in Ulster County on Thursday and booked into county jail on $2,500 cash bail, $10,000 bond or $20,000 partially secured bond, officials s…

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Wanted Driver Crashes Into Guardrail After Chase On Palisades Parkway In NY: Police Wanted Driver Crashes Into Guardrail After Chase On Palisades Parkway In NY: Police Wanted Driver Crashes Into Guardrail After Chase On Palisades Parkway In NY: Police
Wanted Driver Crashes Into Guardrail After Chase On Palisades Parkway In NY: Police A North Carolina man wanted on multiple outstanding warrants was arrested after police said he led them on a high-speed chase on the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Rockland County before crashing into a guardrail.  Terrence McNair, 31, of Garner, North Carolina, was arrested following the pursuit on Thursday, Oct. 8, New York State Police announced on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The incident began at around 3:44 a.m. when troopers tried to stop a 2021 Audi Q5 on the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Orangetown for a traffic violation. Police said McNair, who was driving the SUV, refused to p…

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NY Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family NY Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family NY Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family
NY Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family A Dutchess County family is receiving an outpouring of support as their 4-year-old daughter battles serious medical complications that have required nine brain surgeries in just seven months. Libby Keefe of Poughkeepsie underwent her latest brain surgery on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Boston Children's Hospital, where she remains hospitalized following complications, according to a GoFundMe campaign launched Friday, Oct. 9.  In the wake of Libby's medical struggles, IAEP Local 20 and IAFF Local 2623 have organized the campaign to support Libby's parents, Debbie and Ryan Keefe, w…

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'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Hudson Valley Village — Here's Where 'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Hudson Valley Village — Here's Where 'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Hudson Valley Village — Here's Where
'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Hudson Valley Village — Here's Where A Westchester County village had some excitement this week when cameras rolled for an upcoming episode of NBC's hit crime drama "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," with one of the show's stars spotted on location.   Filming took place in Addyman Square in Ardsley on Wednesday, Oct. 7, bringing cast members, production crews, and cameras to the village's downtown area.  Among those spotted was Peter Scanavino, who plays Assistant District Attorney Dominick "Sonny" Carisi Jr. on the long-running series. Scanavino was seen walking toward a blue car with New Jersey license plates alongside…

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1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract 1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract 1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract
1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract More than 1,300 building service workers across Westchester County and the Hudson Valley will receive wage increases and improved pensions after union members approved a new four-year contract.  Members of 32BJ SEIU, which represents doorpersons, porters, building superintendents, and maintenance workers, voted to ratify the agreement on Thursday, Oct. 8, the union announced Friday, Oct. 9.  The contract was negotiated between the union and the Building and Realty Institute of Westchester and the Mid-Hudson Region, with the two sides reaching a tentative agreement on Monday, Sept.…

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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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Portnoy Scores 'Unique' Hudson Valley Pizzeria After Hearing Owner's Story Portnoy Scores 'Unique' Hudson Valley Pizzeria After Hearing Owner's Story Portnoy Scores 'Unique' Hudson Valley Pizzeria After Hearing Owner's Story
Portnoy Scores 'Unique' Hudson Valley Pizzeria After Hearing Owner's Story A Westchester pizzeria owner who went from secretly making pies in the back of a bar to fighting cancer and nearly losing his business became visibly emotional after receiving a coveted score from popular pizza reviewer and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy. Portnoy visited Pizzeria Baci at 2083 Albany Post Rd. in Montrose, meeting owner Chris Weisman during a One Bite Pizza Review video posted Tuesday, Oct. 6.  Before Portnoy took his first bite, Weisman shared the unlikely story behind the pizzeria and his decades in the business. He told him he has been making pizza for abou…

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Delta Flight From JFK Evacuated Upon Arrival In Israel After Bomb Threat: Reports Delta Flight From JFK Evacuated Upon Arrival In Israel After Bomb Threat: Reports Delta Flight From JFK Evacuated Upon Arrival In Israel After Bomb Threat: Reports
Delta Flight From JFK Evacuated Upon Arrival In Israel After Bomb Threat: Reports A Delta flight from John F. Kennedy Airport to Tel Aviv was evacuated on arrival Tuesday morning, Oct. 13 due to a bomb threat, according to multiple reports. Passengers on Delta Flight 234 were rushed off the plane shortly landing at Ben Gurion Airport, the main commercial airport in Israel, due to the anonymous claim that a bomb was on board, the Jerusalem Post reported. The plane was then moved to a remote parking area on the tarmac and searched by security teams, according to Israeli news source Ynet. Nothing suspicious was found in the aircraft, officials said. Normal operations resum…

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WATCH: Humpback Whale Crashes Into Small Boat Off Long Island Coast: ‘Holy!’ WATCH: Humpback Whale Crashes Into Small Boat Off Long Island Coast: ‘Holy!’ WATCH: Humpback Whale Crashes Into Small Boat Off Long Island Coast: ‘Holy!’
Watch: Humpback Whale Crashes Into Small Boat Off Long Island Coast: ‘Holy!’ A giant humpback whale crashed into a boat off the coast of Long Island on Saturday, Oct. 10. The shocking collision was captured on video by Steven Heid, who shared the clip on social media. The whale approached Heid’s boat quickly as he was fishing in Moriches Inlet, the video shows. It appeared to be feeding, as dozens of fish are seen flying through the air in the moments before the whale slammed into the boat’s side. View this post on Instagram While the whale made solid contact with the side of the boat, appearing to even “bite” the sid…

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Retired UConn Prof’s Son Faces Bomb Charges Years After Dad Said He Gave Him Explosive Material Retired UConn Prof’s Son Faces Bomb Charges Years After Dad Said He Gave Him Explosive Material Retired UConn Prof’s Son Faces Bomb Charges Years After Dad Said He Gave Him Explosive Material
Retired UConn Prof’s Son Faces Bomb Charges Years After Dad Said He Gave Him Explosive Material A Connecticut man charged with making bombs after police searched his home during a domestic disturbance investigation was previously accused of making explosives in a 2010 case that led to his father’s arrest.  Aleksi Javanainen, 30, was arrested on Oct. 3 at his home on Hanks Hill Road in Mansfield. He was charged with illegally possessing explosives, manufacturing bombs, and three misdemeanor counts of first-degree reckless endangerment, Connecticut State Police said. According to his arrest warrant, police began investigating after a woman told troopers that Javanainen kept unlocke…

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Severely Emaciated Dog Rescued From NY Home, Husband And Wife Charged: Authorities Severely Emaciated Dog Rescued From NY Home, Husband And Wife Charged: Authorities Severely Emaciated Dog Rescued From NY Home, Husband And Wife Charged: Authorities
Severely Emaciated Dog Rescued From NY Home, Husband And Wife Charged: Authorities A Long Island husband and wife were hit with animal cruelty charges after their dog was found severely emaciated, weighing nearly half his expected weight, authorities said. Michael O’Brien, 39, and Jenecia O’Brien, 37, both of Sound Beach, failed to provide enough food, water, and veterinary care for their dog, Kobe, from early this year into October, the Suffolk County SPCA said Tuesday, Oct. 13. Kobe, a 5-year-old Coonhound-Boxer mix, weighed just 37 pounds when he was brought for veterinary care, well below the expected 65 to 67 pounds for a dog of his breed and age, the SPCA said. Kob…

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Boy, 16, Was Motorcyclist Airlifted After Crash With Tractor-Trailer In Hudson Valley: Police Boy, 16, Was Motorcyclist Airlifted After Crash With Tractor-Trailer In Hudson Valley: Police Boy, 16, Was Motorcyclist Airlifted After Crash With Tractor-Trailer In Hudson Valley: Police
Boy, 16, Was Motorcyclist Airlifted After Crash With Tractor-Trailer In Hudson Valley: Police A motorcyclist seriously injured on Monday, Oct. 12, after losing control of his motorcycle and colliding with a tractor-trailer on a Dutchess County road was a teenager, authorities said in an update.  A 16-year-old Poughkeepsie boy was identified as the injured rider, New York State Police said in an update on Tuesday morning, Oct. 13.  The crash happened near 41 Hollow Road in Clinton on Monday at around 3:40 p.m. According to a preliminary investigation by State Police, the teen was riding north on Hollow Road on a 2009 Kawasaki motorcycle when he lost control and struck …

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Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One
Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Mexican Grill is going big with its takeout bags, giving customers a chance to win a massive three-foot-wide version. The chain unveiled its limited-edition "Big A** Chipotle Bag" on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The 170-liter tote bag celebrates the chain's Family Meals, which are designed to feed four to six people. The oversized bag measures 36 inches wide, 24 inches tall, and 12 inches deep. "A Big A** Meal deserves a Big A** Bag," said chief brand officer Fernando Machado. "We took one of the most recognizable parts of the Chipotle experience, gave it an outsized upgrade, …

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Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall
Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall More than 30,000 Mercedes-Benz luxury cars are being recalled because a brake hose problem can make it harder for drivers to stop. Mercedes-Benz USA issued the recall for 30,064 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Friday, Oct. 2. The affected vehicles include certain S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach, and AMG sedans from model years 2022 through 2025. The front brake hoses may weaken over time because of heat and mechanical stress. The hoses can eventually rupture and leak brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the distance neede…

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Krispy Kreme Reveals Huge NY Expansion Plans Amid Financial Comeback Krispy Kreme Reveals Huge NY Expansion Plans Amid Financial Comeback Krispy Kreme Reveals Huge NY Expansion Plans Amid Financial Comeback
Krispy Kreme Reveals Huge NY Expansion Plans Amid Financial Comeback Krispy Kreme is baking up dozens of new restaurants across the New York City region as the doughnut chain works to recover from financial struggles. The Charlotte, North Carolina, company announced plans to open 33 new shops across the metropolitan area over the next five years in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The expansion will also include communities surrounding the city, including on Long Island and in New Jersey. Krispy Kreme signed a franchise development agreement with Original Entrepreneurs LLC, a longtime partner that already operates 12 Krispy Kreme shops.  "We lo…

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Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Down After Cybersecurity Incident Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Down After Cybersecurity Incident Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Down After Cybersecurity Incident
Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Down After Cybersecurity Incident Websites for Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop, and several other major grocery chains went offline on Monday, Oct. 12, after their parent company reported a cybersecurity incident affecting its network. Ahold Delhaize, the Netherlands-based grocery giant that operates thousands of stores across the United States, confirmed the security issue in a statement issued Monday. The company said it had taken some systems offline as a precaution while investigating the incident. "Our teams are taking steps to assess and mitigate the issue," the company said. "This includes taking some systems offl…

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Starbucks Could Buy Chipotle In Historic Restaurant Merger: Report Starbucks Could Buy Chipotle In Historic Restaurant Merger: Report Starbucks Could Buy Chipotle In Historic Restaurant Merger: Report
Starbucks Could Buy Chipotle In Historic Restaurant Merger: Report Starbucks is considering a massive takeover of Chipotle Mexican Grill in what could become the largest restaurant acquisition in history, according to a report. The coffeehouse giant has worked with advisers for months on a possible purchase of Chipotle, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, Oct. 8. The potential deal would bring together two of the nation's biggest restaurant chains. It's unclear whether Starbucks has made a formal offer to Chipotle, which has a market value of about $41 billion. People familiar with the discussions told FT that a deal could face ma…

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Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One
Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Mexican Grill is going big with its takeout bags, giving customers a chance to win a massive three-foot-wide version. The chain unveiled its limited-edition "Big A** Chipotle Bag" on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The 170-liter tote bag celebrates the chain's Family Meals, which are designed to feed four to six people. The oversized bag measures 36 inches wide, 24 inches tall, and 12 inches deep. "A Big A** Meal deserves a Big A** Bag," said chief brand officer Fernando Machado. "We took one of the most recognizable parts of the Chipotle experience, gave it an outsized upgrade, …

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Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall
Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall More than 30,000 Mercedes-Benz luxury cars are being recalled because a brake hose problem can make it harder for drivers to stop. Mercedes-Benz USA issued the recall for 30,064 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Friday, Oct. 2. The affected vehicles include certain S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach, and AMG sedans from model years 2022 through 2025. The front brake hoses may weaken over time because of heat and mechanical stress. The hoses can eventually rupture and leak brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the distance neede…

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by Chris Spiker
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Krispy Kreme Reveals Huge NY Expansion Plans Amid Financial Comeback Krispy Kreme Reveals Huge NY Expansion Plans Amid Financial Comeback Krispy Kreme Reveals Huge NY Expansion Plans Amid Financial Comeback
Krispy Kreme Reveals Huge NY Expansion Plans Amid Financial Comeback Krispy Kreme is baking up dozens of new restaurants across the New York City region as the doughnut chain works to recover from financial struggles. The Charlotte, North Carolina, company announced plans to open 33 new shops across the metropolitan area over the next five years in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The expansion will also include communities surrounding the city, including on Long Island and in New Jersey. Krispy Kreme signed a franchise development agreement with Original Entrepreneurs LLC, a longtime partner that already operates 12 Krispy Kreme shops.  "We lo…

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Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Down After Cybersecurity Incident Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Down After Cybersecurity Incident Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Down After Cybersecurity Incident
Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Down After Cybersecurity Incident Websites for Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop, and several other major grocery chains went offline on Monday, Oct. 12, after their parent company reported a cybersecurity incident affecting its network. Ahold Delhaize, the Netherlands-based grocery giant that operates thousands of stores across the United States, confirmed the security issue in a statement issued Monday. The company said it had taken some systems offline as a precaution while investigating the incident. "Our teams are taking steps to assess and mitigate the issue," the company said. "This includes taking some systems offl…

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Starbucks Could Buy Chipotle In Historic Restaurant Merger: Report Starbucks Could Buy Chipotle In Historic Restaurant Merger: Report Starbucks Could Buy Chipotle In Historic Restaurant Merger: Report
Starbucks Could Buy Chipotle In Historic Restaurant Merger: Report Starbucks is considering a massive takeover of Chipotle Mexican Grill in what could become the largest restaurant acquisition in history, according to a report. The coffeehouse giant has worked with advisers for months on a possible purchase of Chipotle, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, Oct. 8. The potential deal would bring together two of the nation's biggest restaurant chains. It's unclear whether Starbucks has made a formal offer to Chipotle, which has a market value of about $41 billion. People familiar with the discussions told FT that a deal could face ma…

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New Poll Reveals Percentage Of Americans Who Think Trump Is Profiting In Illegal Ways New Poll Reveals Percentage Of Americans Who Think Trump Is Profiting In Illegal Ways New Poll Reveals Percentage Of Americans Who Think Trump Is Profiting In Illegal Ways
New Poll Reveals Percentage Of Americans Who Think Trump Is Profiting In Illegal Ways A new poll examines a politically charged question about President Donald Trump: whether Americans believe he is using the presidency for personal financial gain. The survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that 41 percent believe Trump has done something illegal, citing allegations that he personally profited from the presidency. Another 18 percent consider his conduct unethical but not illegal. An equal share says he has done nothing wrong, while 21 percent say they do not know enough to judge. The findings measure public perceptions of the allegati…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Overboard Cruise Passenger Found Alive During Overnight Sea Rescue (VIDEO) Overboard Cruise Passenger Found Alive During Overnight Sea Rescue (VIDEO) Overboard Cruise Passenger Found Alive During Overnight Sea Rescue (VIDEO)
Overboard Cruise Passenger Found Alive During Overnight Sea Rescue (Video) A Royal Caribbean cruise passenger was rescued after going overboard and spending hours in the sea off the coast of Greece. The 44-year-old woman from El Salvador fell from the Odyssey of the Seas about 83 miles southwest of the Greek island of Zakynthos on Friday, Oct. 9, the Hellenic Coast Guard said. The incident happened on a week-long cruise that departed Civitavecchia, Italy, on Sunday, Oct. 4, according to CruiseMapper. The Coast Guard launched a search involving rescue boats, passing ships, and a Greek Air Force helicopter. A cargo ship helping with the search sp…

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'Space Jellyfish' Dazzles East Coast In Tuesday SpaceX Launch 'Space Jellyfish' Dazzles East Coast In Tuesday SpaceX Launch 'Space Jellyfish' Dazzles East Coast In Tuesday SpaceX Launch
'Space Jellyfish' Dazzles East Coast In Tuesday SpaceX Launch Residents across the East Coast were treated to a spectacular SpaceX show as a rocket carrying supplies to the International Space Station lit up the sky on Tuesday morning, Oct. 13 (scroll for photos). The Falcon 9 rocket created a glowing display known as a "space jellyfish" following its 6:33 a.m. launch from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The glow was clearest in Florida and faded as the rocket traveled north and higher into the sky over Georgia, the Carolinas, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and the tri-state area. The launch was part of SpaceX's 35t…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr. Ex-Fianceé, Asked To Resign As Ambassador Amid Scandal Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr. Ex-Fianceé, Asked To Resign As Ambassador Amid Scandal Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr. Ex-Fianceé, Asked To Resign As Ambassador Amid Scandal
Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr. Ex-Fianceé, Asked To Resign As Ambassador Amid Scandal Kimberly Guilfoyle’s diplomatic future has taken a sharp turn as the White House seeks her departure amid mounting misconduct allegations. White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia announced Tuesday, Oct. 13, that the administration had asked the US ambassador to Greece to resign. “We have asked Ambassador Guilfoyle to resign," Zacharia said during a briefing. "She has been a wonderful asset to the team, and we wish her well." The announcement described a resignation request, rather than confirming that Guilfoyle had submitted one. Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr.’s former fiancée and a forme…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Fatal Wildlife Park Tiger Attack Update: Victim’s Identity Revealed Fatal Wildlife Park Tiger Attack Update: Victim’s Identity Revealed Fatal Wildlife Park Tiger Attack Update: Victim’s Identity Revealed
Fatal Wildlife Park Tiger Attack Update: Victim’s Identity Revealed The man killed after entering a tiger enclosure at a wildlife park has been identified as investigators examine how he reached the animal. William Chapman died at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster, England, on Saturday, Oct. 10, according to the BBC, whose report includes his photograph. Eyewitnesses described him as being in his 20s; the report did not provide an exact age. South Yorkshire Police said officers received reports of a man entering the enclosure around 1:35 p.m. local time. He was pronounced dead at the scene despite medical personnel’s efforts. Police confirmed Chapman …

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by Joe Lombardi