In 2025, New York's subway system saw a small drop in overall crime, but not all categories improved. There were 91 fewer crimes compared to 2024, bringing the total down to 2, 160. This drop was mostly due to fewer robberies and thefts. Robberies went down by 57, and thefts decreased by 41. Murders
A legal battle has kicked off over the safety of Ziploc bags. A woman from California is suing the company that makes them. She says the bags release tiny plastic bits when you microwave or freeze food in them. The lawsuit claims the company is misleading people by not warning them about this. The
Stewart Friesen, a well-known name in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, is gearing up for the 2026 season. But his journey hasn't been smooth. A serious crash in a dirt-racing event last July left him with a fractured pelvis and a broken tibia. It's been a tough road to recovery, but he's determine
In Edwards, a local coffee shop named Kickabrew Coffee has temporarily shut its doors due to a recent fire. The incident was first brought to light through a Jan. 25 Facebook update from the shop. The post reassured everyone that all staff members were safe, though one employee, Josh, had inhaled so
Western North Carolina is still feeling the chill after a big winter storm. The National Weather Service says it's not over yet. They warn of very cold wind chills. These can drop as low as -19 degrees. That's dangerous. Frostbite can happen quickly. So can frozen pipes. People need to be careful.
Maryland is in for a rough patch with the weather, and it's not just about the snow and cold. The deep freeze is making people use more energy to stay warm, and that means bigger energy bills. The gas system is already seeing a lot of demand, and it's expected to keep going up. People are worried.
Bill Maher, a well-known TV host, has a lot to say about how celebrities in Hollywood are handling politics. He thinks they should tone it down. Maher believes that Hollywood's progressive stance isn't helping the Democratic Party win elections. He's not afraid to speak his mind, even if it goes aga
Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas have called out fellow celebrities for staying quiet after ICE officers shot and killed Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse in Minneapolis. Pretti had a permit for his gun, but ICE officers shot him during an enforcement operation. This isn't the first time ICE has been i
Paris is buzzing with style this January. The city is hosting the prestigious Haute Couture Week from the 26th to the 29th. Big names like Dior, Schiaparelli, Chanel, and Armani are showcasing their newest, most extravagant designs. But it's not just the clothes that are stealing the show. The front
Paris Fashion Week is always a hotspot for new trends, and this season, updos are stealing the show. Celebrities are rocking all kinds of updos, from messy buns to braided chignons. The best part? You don't need long hair to pull off these looks. At Schiaparelli's show, Jodie Turner-Smith wore a vo
