Cornell students to launch homemade satellite and light sails into orbit
Cornell students are preparing for a major space milestone, as two student-built experiments are headed to the International Space Station, according to the Cornell Chronicle. One is the Alpha CubeSat, a satellite eight years in ... more
Lake Tahoe boat capsizing kills 8, including 3 from NY
A devastating boat accident on Lake Tahoe killed eight people, including three from upstate New York, authorities confirmed Tuesday. The victims from New York were identified as Theresa Giullari, James Guck, and Stephen Lindsay, all ... more
Man struck by lightning while closing window in Locke
A 63-year-old man in Cayuga County was struck by lightning Thursday night while trying to close a window during a thunderstorm. The incident happened around 9:30 p.m. at a home on Main Street in the ... more
New York zombie apocalypse readiness: Why the Empire State is among the least prepared
If a real-life zombie apocalypse broke out, New York might be one of the worst places to be. As The Last of Us returns to TV screens and “28 Years Later” hits theaters this summer, ... more
Cat who survived canyon fall finds forever home
A senior cat that miraculously survived a 400-foot fall into Bryce Canyon is now living with the pilot who helped rescue her. The cat, now named Mirage, was found inside a dirt-covered carrier after her ... more
‘Nacho assault’ leads to battery charge in Florida
A domestic dispute in Florida took a bizarre turn when a woman shoved cheesy nachos down her wife’s pants and attacked her during an argument. The confrontation happened earlier this month in Port St. Lucie ... more
100,000 eggs worth $40K stolen from Pennsylvania trailer
Thieves stole approximately 100,000 eggs, valued at $40,000, from a distribution trailer at Pete and Gerry’s Organics in Greencastle, Pennsylvania, on Saturday night. Local police are investigating but have not released further details. Pete and ... more
Border Patrol agent fatally shot near Vermont-Canada border
A U.S. Border Patrol agent was killed in a highway shooting Monday near Coventry, Vermont, close to the Canadian border. Federal authorities confirmed one suspect was killed and another injured and taken into custody. The ... more
Skiers rescued after Bristol Mountain lift failure (video)
A mechanical failure halted the Comet Express chairlift at Bristol Mountain ski resort Saturday night, stranding skiers 25 to 40 feet above ground. The ski patrol conducted a rope evacuation for six chairs, while an ... more
Chairlift collapse injures dozens at Spanish ski resort
A chairlift malfunction at the Astún ski resort in the Spanish Pyrenees injured over 30 people, including two seriously. The accident occurred when a pulley failure caused chairs to fall and left approximately 50 people ... more
Flight returns to Chicago after coyote strike
A United Airlines flight to Phoenix returned to Chicago's O’Hare Airport after striking a coyote during takeoff. The Boeing 737 MAX 9, carrying 167 passengers, landed safely, and no injuries were reported. Passengers were rebooked ... more
Human remains found on Utah hiking trail
Decomposing human remains were discovered on January 12 near the Bone Wash Trail and Elephant Arch hiking area in Washington City, Utah. Police confirmed the remains belong to a man and appear to have been ... more
Housekeeper arrested for robbing elderly employer over denied bonus
An 83-year-old woman in Brevard County was allegedly attacked and robbed by her housekeeper, 29-year-old Heather Nelson, after refusing to provide a $500 Christmas bonus. Authorities say Nelson forcibly took the victim's checkbook and Christmas ... more
Two bodies found in JetBlue plane’s landing gear compartment
Two deceased men were discovered in the landing gear compartment of a JetBlue plane at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport after arriving from New York City’s JFK Airport on Monday. Authorities, including Broward County deputies and ... more
Key celestial events for 2025: Full moons, supermoons, and a lunar eclipse
In 2025, skywatchers can enjoy 12 full moons, a total lunar eclipse on March 14, and three consecutive supermoons on October 7, November 5, and December 4. Each full moon has a traditional name, including ... more
Garage floor collapse in Camillus damages two cars
A garage floor collapse in Camillus on Sunday caused two cars and various belongings to fall into the void, prompting a response from the Fairmount Fire Department. Firefighters arrived around 11:45 a.m. on January 5 ... more
No-fault divorce under fire amid shifting views on marriage
The growing conservative push to restrict no-fault divorce reflects a deeper debate about the purpose of marriage. Critics argue that love alone shouldn’t justify ending a marriage, while proponents stress the importance of individual autonomy ... more
How to keep dogs calm during fireworks?
Fireworks can trigger intense fear in dogs due to their sensitive hearing, with some pets reacting by hiding or even running away, according to USA TODAY. Veterinarians suggest staying home with your dog, creating a ... more
Iowa teacher’s classroom slang ban sparks free speech debate
An Iowa teacher’s decision to ban over 30 slang words, including “rizz” and “Ohio,” has ignited backlash from parents and a free speech advocacy group. The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression claims the ban ... more
