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In a shocking and unsettling turn of events, a woman from Runnemede, New Jersey, has been arrested for allegedly trying to hire someone to murder her ex-boyfriend, a Philadelphia police officer, and his daughter. This disturbing plot, which…

Apple has reached a massive $95 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit that accused the tech giant’s voice assistant, Siri, of secretly recording users without permission. If you’ve used a Siri-enabled Apple device over the past…

Traveling internationally just got easier for Indian passport holders. As of April 2025, at least 10 countries are offering visa-free entry to Indian citizens, making global getaways more accessible and…

The IRS is quietly issuing surprise payments ranging from $485 to $1,650 to eligible Americans who may have missed out on previous rounds of federal aid. This latest effort is designed to help low- to moderate-income households that either…

If you're a parent eagerly waiting for your 2025 tax refund, especially one that includes the Child Tax Credit (CTC), you’re not alone. This yearly benefit offers a serious financial boost for millions of American families—and yes, payments…

Millions of Americans are seeing a welcome boost to their Social Security checks this month, thanks to a major policy shift that officially kicked in for April 2025. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has started rolling out monthly…

Big news for Windy City residents: the City of Chicago is launching a new guaranteed income program offering $500 per month to qualifying individuals, no strings attached. If you’re struggling to make ends meet, this could…

What’s the deal with this $7,240 figure being linked to Social Security in April 2025? If you’ve seen headlines or social media posts about a supposed direct deposit hitting accounts this month, you’re not alone—and you’re not wrong to be…

For thousands of U.S. veterans, chronic pain is more than just discomfort, it’s a daily struggle that can interfere with work, relationships, and quality of life. But here’s the surprising part: the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)…

Medicaid expansion, a program that has helped millions of Americans gain access to affordable health care, is now at risk in three states, Idaho, Montana, and South Dakota. Lawmakers in these states are considering major…

Millions of Social Security recipients are seeing a slightly larger check hit their bank accounts this week, thanks to the latest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2025. If your birthday falls between the 1st and 10th of the month, your…

Authorities in Monroe County have arrested one man and are actively searching for another in connection to the theft of $15,000 worth of lottery tickets. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office announced on Monday that Jorge Acevedo Perez, 47,…

The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is pushing back against a recent executive order issued by former President Donald Trump, which mandates the elimination of all “unconstitutional” Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)…

Nearly 7,000 Jewish voters in New York City have newly registered as Democrats since the beginning of the year, marking a significant political shift ahead of June’s pivotal mayoral primary. According to data released by the Jewish Voters…

A disturbing bathroom assault at Minisink Valley High School has led to the arrest of a 16-year-old student after a brutal attack left a classmate injured. The incident, which occurred Friday, was captured on a student’s cell phone and…

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed a sweeping $3 billion plan to send “inflation refund” checks to 8.6 million taxpayers across the state. Announced as part of her 2025 State of the State agenda, the initiative aims to alleviate…

A Canadian man has been found guilty on all charges related to the violent death of a racehorse at a New York training facility. Frederick Bourgault, 27, was convicted on Monday, April 7, in Orange County Court for the 2023 killing of a…

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has raised concerns about a "systemic loophole" that has allowed over a million undocumented immigrants to enroll in taxpayer-funded Medicaid programs, thereby increasing pressure on both…

A Miami housekeeper has been arrested after allegedly stealing nearly $100,000 through unauthorized use of her employer's credit card, according to authorities. Maria Yaquelin Zeron, 49, was taken into custody on…

The IRS is urging taxpayers to act quickly as the April 15 deadline approaches—not just for filing taxes, but also to claim unclaimed pandemic-era stimulus payments. According to the agency, more than one million people…

A Miami Beach police officer convicted of misdemeanor battery in the 2021 beating of a tourist may be sentenced this week, following a recent decision by a state appeals court to uphold the jury's verdict. The case…

Meghan Markle’s newly launched lifestyle brand, As Ever, made a splash with its first product drop—but not without complications. The debut release, which included artisanal goods like wildflower honey with honeycomb, herbal teas,…

On the same day global stock markets took a sharp downturn—largely attributed to renewed trade tensions and sweeping tariffs—Alabama Republicans gathered in downtown Birmingham to celebrate the man behind the policies: former President…

First Lady Melania Trump has postponed the upcoming White House garden tours originally scheduled for Saturday, April 5, moving them to Sunday, April 6. The change comes as large-scale protests are expected to take…

A fiery debate has broken out in Miami-Dade County over a proposal that could change the way more than 2 million residents get their water. At the center of the controversy? Fluoride — a mineral that's been added to the county’s drinking…

A quiet evening turned into a nightmare for a North Portland neighborhood when a 17-year-old boy—described by those who knew him as full of life and promise—was shot in the head by a 32-year-old woman inside an apartment complex. The teen,…

The tight-knit community of Seneca is reeling after the shocking murder of a local Catholic priest — a man known for his kindness, humility, and unwavering devotion to his faith. Father Raj “Arul” Balaswamy Carasala, 57, was fatally shot…

A case out of suburban Springfield has left both investigators and the local community stunned. Police say a couple allegedly killed a 17-year-old boy — and then spent the evening eating Popeyes and playing mini golf like nothing ever…

In a major legal shakeup, a federal appeals court has ruled that former President Donald Trump overstepped his authority when he fired two key members of independent labor boards. The decision not only reverses the firings but also tees up…

In a case that’s sparking outrage and confusion across the country, the Department of Justice is now asking the U.S. Supreme Court to block a federal judge’s order that would force the Biden administration to bring back a Maryland man who…