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Hochul adds investigators to Joint Terrorism Task Force to fight hate crime surge
Gov. Hochul says she is deploying 10 state police investigators to the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force due to the surge in hate crimes and harassment in the wake of Hamas’ deadly terror attack in Israel.The move by the governor, which includes an additional $2.5 million in funding for New York State Police, is in…
‘The Marvels’ melts down at the box office, marking a new low for the MCU
NEW YORK (AP) — Since 2008’s “Iron Man,” the Marvel machine has been one of the most unstoppable forces in box-office history. Now, though, that aura of invincibility is showing signs of wear and tear. The superhero factory hit a new low with the weekend launch of “The Marvels,” which opened with just $47 million,…
Rangers’ Henrik Lundqvist, Islanders’ Pierre Turgeon headed to Hockey Hall of Fame Monday
TORONTO (AP) — Henrik Lundqvist knew the call — if it was indeed coming — would light up his phone in the early evening. The former New York Rangers goalie was home in Sweden. The Hockey Hall of Fame’s selection committee was busy in Toronto paring down its 2023 list. Lundqvist eventually saw a number…
Animal protection group offers reward for information on ‘animal sacrifice’
The Suffolk County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals announced a $2,000 reward in exchange for information on what they claim was a ritualistic animal sacrifice that happened at Union Cemetery in Middle IslandOfficials say the remains of chickens and a goat were found and the findings are indicative of animal sacrifice as…
Las Vegas Sands’ 99-year lease of the Nassau Coliseum stays in place for now
On Friday a judge put a temporary hold on a lower court’s ruling that blocked Las Vegas Sands’ 99-year lease of the Nassau Coliseum that is part of the plan to build a $4 billion casino resort. A hearing is set Nov. 21 on the county’s appeal of the ruling. Hempstead officials said they have…
Northwell patient information stolen
Perry Johnson & Associates, a Nevada-based vendor for Northwell Health says its systems were infiltrated by cyber criminals, who stole Northwell patient information.The data was accessed between April 7 and April 19 of this year.The number of affected patients is unclear.A Northwell spokesperson says none of their systems were impacted by the cyberattack. (AP Photo/Jenny…
Nassau Coliseum lease transfer blocked
The New York state Supreme Court has blocked the transfer of the Nassau Coliseum to Las Vegas Sands.The ruling is a major stumbling block to Las Vegas Sands plan to put a casino on land that was owned by Nassau County.Hofstra University filed an initial petition against the lease transfer on April 18, 2023. (AP…
Jury awards $1.2 million to Robert De Niro’s former assistant in gender discrimination lawsuit
NEW YORK (AP) — A jury awarded more than $1.2 million to Robert De Niro’s former personal assistant Thursday, finding that a company he formed to look after his personal needs was liable for gender discrimination and retaliation after the former assistant accused the actor of subjecting her to a toxic work environment. While the…
Surgeons have performed the world’s first eye transplant
NEW YORK (AP) — Surgeons have performed the world’s first transplant of an entire human eye, an extraordinary addition to a face transplant — although it’s far too soon to know if the man will ever see through his new left eye. An accident with high-voltage power lines had destroyed most of Aaron James’ face…
Estranged wife of Rex Heuermann is working with streaming service
News 12 is reporting Asa Ellerup the Estranged wife of Gilgo Beach murder suspect Rex Heuermann is working with streaming service.People were seen at the Heuermann home on Thursday speaking with the family, carrying lighting equipment and transporting family members to and from another house located about two blocks away.Ellerup, who filed for divorce one…
‘Fast Car’ wins CMA Awards for Luke Combs and Tracy Chapman
(AP) Lainey Wilson took home five trophies including entertainer of the year Wednesday night at the Country Music Association Awards. The 31-year-old Louisiana singer was the undisputed star of the night at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, where she also was named female vocalist of the year, won album of the year for “Bell Bottom Country” and…
The actors strike is over. What’s next for your favorite stars, shows and Hollywood?
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Missed your favorite actors? After nearly four months of striking, they’re coming back. Wednesday’s deal between striking actors and studios and streaming services won’t immediately restore filming to its full swing. That will take months. But the tentative agreement — which both sides say include extraordinary provisions — means that more…