As the weather finally starts getting warmer, residents along the East Coast of the United States are starting to prepare for all kinds of pest infestations. Unfortunately, after this year’s “Bomb Cyclone,” those infestation problems could already be going on tenfold. A cockroach can survive for seven days with its head cut off and hold […]
New York State Recognized For Its Home Energy Efficiency
Energy is one of the most important aspects of a home, but it’s also quite expensive. In fact, energy is actually among the biggest household expenses for the average American homeowner. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the average American family spends at least $2,000 per year on utilities, but energy expenses alone account […]
Yankees’ Greg Bird Forced to Miss More Time Due to Foot Problems
The 2018 Major League Baseball season is officially underway. The New York Yankees are perhaps the most exiting team in the league thanks to their three power hitters: Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Gary Sanchez. But another young Yankee might be one of the most important assets the team has. Greg Bird, the 25-year-old lefty […]
NY Man Pleads Guilty to License Plate Fraud Ring in PA
A NY man has admitted to running a crime ring that rented out more than 1,000 fake Pennsylvania license plates. Rafael Levi, 51, of Brooklyn, pleaded guilty on March 9 in Dauphin County Court to 36 third-degree felonies, according to Attorney General Josh Shapiro’s office. Levi was charged for more than 500 counts back in […]
Secure Choice Plan Could Help More New Yorkers Save For Retirement
Throughout the nation, more than 10,000 people reach the retirement age of 65 every day. But according to the U.S. Government Accountability Office, approximately 52% of households led by someone age 55 or older do not have any retirement savings at all. In fact, 63% of Americans plan on working after they reach retirement age. Senior financial stress […]
Mayor De Blasio Appoints 8 New NYC Civil and Family Court Judges
Although only about 1% of civil cases ever end up in Federal court, having bench vacancies in the Supreme and City courts is never desirable. After New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio received criticism last year pertaining to bench vacancies, he’s now appointed eight new judges to sit on the bench in New York […]
Amazon’s Patents For Employee Wristbands And Underwater Warehouses Raise Eyebrows
Of the four ways to protect intellectual property, patents are often the chosen method for technologically-driven companies like Amazon. And when a corporation wears a lot of figurative hats — book supplier, TV network, and drone manufacturer, just to name a few — there are bound to be tons of patent applications. But Amazon’s most […]
Research Shows Link Between Marijuana Use and Sexual Dysfunction Issues
Erectile dysfunction affects millions of men across the United States. In fact, according to a study published by the Cleveland Clinic, approximately 40% of U.S. men over the age of 40 years old are affected by erectile dysfunction. There are dozens of things that contribute to ED including stress, poor sleeping habits, unhealthy diet, and […]
New York State Capital Dealing With Council Payment Issues
New York’s capital is in the middle of financial disputes related to timekeeping and payment legalities. Across the country, the U.S. economy loses an estimated $7.4 billion each day (about $50 million) due to improperly filled out timesheets. In Albany, a former Common Councilman, Judd Krasher, wants the state capital to stop issuing additional pay […]
Olympians Focusing On Competition While Battling Common Cold
Every year, American citizens get roughly 1 billion common colds. In fact, the average child catches between six and 10 colds a year. Usually rest is the best way to combat this unwanted sickness, but what if you’re standing at the top of a mountain preparing to represent your country on the biggest stage in the […]