High School Regents Exams Cancelled over COVID Uptick
The January 2022 administration of the High School Regents Examination Program has been canceled due to the ongoing COVID–19 pandemic.
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All SNAP Households to Receive Maximum Level of Food Benefits
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits for December.
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Christopher Stewart, a public affairs mass communication specialist assigned to 7th Army Training Command, takes photos at the forward area re-arming and refueling point during 12th Combat Aviation Brigades air assault operations for Exercise Swift Response, part of DEFENDER-Europe 21, on May 7, 2021 in Bezmer, Bulgaria. (U.S. Army photo by Maj. Robert Fellingham)
US Army Releases Gallery of Army Moments for 2021
Take a look at these iconic and stunning photos captured by Army photographers throughout 2021.
Neo-Nazi Attacks Averted With Major Bust in Brazil
Investigative efforts by Brazilian authorities and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) resulted in the arrest of four individuals involved in online threats, hate crimes, and the planning of mass casualty events.
Quebec Goes Into Lockdown over Omicron Surge
Quebec officials announced Monday that they are taking the drastic step of throwing the province into a lockdown amid an explosion of Omicron cases.
CBD: Cannabis CBD vs. Hemp CBD
Welcome to the world of “CBD” and the host of beneficial substances derived from the ancient hemp plant.
From The Inbox: Breathe, Just Breathe
Breathe, just breathe. Breathing can really help calm the mind, set priorities, and realize that we need to move forward. Submitted by C. M.
Israel to Ban Travel to US, Canada Over Omicron Variant
Israeli ministers on Monday agreed to ban travel to the United States, Canada and eight other countries amid the rapid, global spread of the omicron variant.
Manchin A ‘No’ Vote on Biden’s Build Back Better Spending Plan
Sen. Joe Manchin, a critical vote in the narrowly divided Senate, dealt a stunning blow to President Biden’s $2 trillion Build Back Better social spending plan with his announcement that he is a “no” vote on the package.
Court Allows Biden Employer Vaccine Mandate to Take Effect
A federal appeals court panel on Friday allowed President Joe Biden’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for larger private employers to move ahead.
$145 Million Awarded to 21 Developments Across New York to Provide Affordable Homes, Including One In Crown Heights
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than $145 million has been awarded to create or preserve 1,178 affordable homes in 21 separate developments across New York.
Former Defense Contractor Arrested for Attempting To Send Classified Information To Russia
A South Dakota man was arrested last night in Lead, South Dakota, on criminal charges related to his alleged espionage attempts.
This Massive Security Flaw has the Internet Freaked Out
Security pros say it’s one of the worst computer vulnerabilities they’ve ever seen. They say state-backed Chinese and Iranian hackers and rogue cryptocurrency miners have already seized on it.
See Where New York State Stands With Marijuana Dispensaries and Consumption Sites
Marijuana use in New York State is now legal, and the question of whether towns will allow dispensaries or consumption sites are becoming clear, one town at a time.
Amtrak Drops Vax Mandate for Employees, Won’t Have to Cut Service
Amtrak is suspending its COVID-19 vaccine mandate for employees — and now doesn’t anticipate needing to slash service next year, the transit agency announced Tuesday.
Senate Democrats Approve Increasing Debt Ceiling by $2.5T, House to Follow
All 50 Senate Democrats voted Tuesday to raise the federal government’s borrowing limit by $2.5 trillion, a move that would allow Washington to avoid the possibility of an unprecedented default until 2023 at the earliest.
New York State Awards Energy Contest To Israeli Company
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the winner of the New York-Israel Smart Energy Innovation Challenge, a competitive award with a value of $1 million that enables New York State to partner with an Israeli company to develop an innovative energy technology that helps New York advance its clean energy agenda.
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