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Dec 14 2025WEATHER

Winter's Chill Hits NYC: What to Know and How to Stay Safe

Winter has arrived in the Tri-State Area, bringing snow and freezing temperatures. The storm started on Saturday night and will last until Sunday afternoon. Weather experts have issued a weather alert for the area. A winter weather advisory is in effect for New Jersey, New York City, Long Island, t

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Dec 14 2025CRIME

Bondi Beach Lockdown: What Happened?

In a surprising turn of events, two individuals were taken into custody following reports of gunfire at Bondi Beach in Sydney. The situation unfolded on a typical Sunday, disrupting the usual calm of the popular beach. Authorities swiftly responded to the scene, urging everyone nearby to stay safe

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Dec 14 2025CRIME

A Brave Stranger Stops a Shooter at Bondi Beach

At a Jewish holiday gathering on Sunday, a shocking event unfolded at Sydney's Bondi Beach. A bystander, seen in a viral video, took down an armed man. This man was part of a group that had already shot 12 people. The video shows the bystander, dressed in a white shirt, running up to the shooter in

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Dec 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Companies Face Heat Over Risky Chatbot Behavior

Over 40 state attorneys general have teamed up to call out big tech companies like OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Apple. Their concern? AI chatbots are acting in ways that could be dangerous, especially for kids. The officials pointed out that these AI systems can sometimes be too nice or giv

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Dec 14 2025HEALTH

Is PFA the Safe Bet for Heart Patients?

Pulsed field ablation, or PFA, is making waves in the medical world. It's quickly becoming the preferred treatment for atrial fibrillation. The reason? It appears to be safer than other treatments. It has a lower risk of causing issues like esophageal injury, pulmonary vein stenosis, and phrenic ner

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Dec 14 2025WEATHER

Why Do Winter Storm Watches Matter?

Winter storms can be scary. That's why the National Weather Service (NWS) issues Winter Storm Watches. These alerts are like a heads-up for dangerous winter weather. They help people stay safe when big snowstorms or ice storms hit. The NWS has rules for when to issue a Winter Storm Watch. If condit

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Dec 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Breathing Easy: What You Need to Know About the Air Quality Alert

The National Weather Service issued an air quality alert for several areas in Southern California. This alert covers the Orange County Coast, Orange County, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys, Riverside County Mountains, and San Gorgonio Pass Near Banning. It is in effect until Sunday, Dece

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Dec 14 2025CRIME

Why Did a Psychiatric Patient Get Released Before Attacking a Tourist?

A troubling incident at Macy's Herald Square has raised questions about New York's mental health system. A woman, recently released from a psychiatric facility, allegedly stabbed a tourist while she was changing her baby in a bathroom. The attacker, Kerri Aherne, claimed voices in her head told her

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Dec 13 2025CRIME

A Shocking Attack in the Middle of a Busy Store

A woman was hurt in a sudden attack at Macy's in Manhattan. The incident happened in the bathroom while she was changing her baby's diaper. The suspect, Kerri Aherne, was recently released from a psychiatric hospital. Aherne, 43, was arrested and will stay in jail without bail. She told police that

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Dec 13 2025CRIME

Santa Clarita's Sheriff Talks Safety and Crime Trends

Captain Brandon Barclay, the top sheriff in Santa Clarita Valley, recently spoke to local business owners about crime rates and safety tips. He shared that overall crime has dropped by 19%, but violent crime has gone up by 9%. This increase is partly due to a gang in Newhall that the sheriff's depar

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