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Kodak warns it lacks sufficient liquidity to meet $500 million in upcoming debt payments, raising doubts about its future. The company plans to resolve its obligations by refinancing or extending debt, while also halting pension payments. Despite progress in its restructuring, Kodak's financial stability remains uncertain.
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New York City’s fiscal plan, approved by Mayor Adams, faces criticism from state financial authorities for underestimating costs and unpreparedness for federal funding cuts. Experts warn of a looming budget shortfall, with potential impacts on city services and finances, as federal aid is expected to decline.
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Multiple articles report that Erden Arkan, a construction businessman, pleaded guilty to funneling illegal campaign contributions to NYC Mayor Eric Adams' 2021 campaign. The scheme involved reimbursing employees for donations, enabling the campaign to access public funds. The case was complicated by the DOJ's decision to drop related charges against Adams, citing political interference. Arkan received probation, a fine, and restitution, while investigations into Adams' broader campaign activities continue.
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Erin, the first major hurricane of 2025, has grown in size and remains a Category 2 storm with winds around 100 mph. It is expected to generate dangerous surf and rip currents along the US East Coast, especially impacting North Carolina's Outer Banks and nearby areas, despite not making landfall. The storm's large size and high waves have prompted evacuations and beach closures.
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All 44 US attorneys general have issued a joint letter warning AI companies to prevent harm to children, citing concerns over inappropriate interactions, sexualized content, and misleading therapeutic claims. The move follows revelations of Meta’s AI guidelines allowing flirtatious and sexualized conversations with minors, prompting bipartisan outrage and investigations.
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A bus returning from Niagara Falls to New York City overturned on Interstate 90 near Pembroke, resulting in multiple injuries and fatalities. The driver lost control, likely due to distraction, with no mechanical failure or health issues involved. Emergency services responded swiftly, treating over 40 injured passengers of diverse nationalities.
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Long Island school districts Connetquot and Massapequa are embroiled in legal battles over Native American mascots, Thunderbirds and Chiefs, amid New York's 2023 ban on indigenous imagery. The Trump administration supports their fight, citing cultural heritage and civil rights concerns, while legal and political tensions continue to escalate.
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Recent data shows Democrats are losing core voters across key states, with registration declines among young, Black, and Latino voters since 2020. Meanwhile, Republicans gain ground, and independents grow, signaling challenges for the party ahead of 2024 midterms and 2028 elections.
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Two patients with rare, aggressive cancers—one with mucosal melanoma and another with brain tumor—are undergoing treatments and seeking new options. Their stories underscore the challenges of rare diseases and the importance of research and innovative therapies. Today’s date: Wed, 27 Aug 2025.
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New York officials respond to President Trump's recent executive order to deploy the National Guard amid his plans to address crime. Governor Hochul and NYPD leaders emphasize low crime rates and oppose federal military intervention, framing Trump's actions as politically motivated targeting of Democratic states. The debate highlights tensions over law enforcement strategies and federal influence.
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Naasón Joaquín García, head of La Luz del Mundo, faces federal charges of sexual abuse, exploitation, and child pornography. The indictment unsealed this week accuses him and five others of decades-long abuse, including evidence creation. García is already serving over 16 years for related charges. The case highlights systemic abuse within the church.
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As of early October 2025, drug-resistant bacterial infections, especially those carrying the NDM gene, have surged sharply in the US, with cases rising over fivefold since 2019. Australian researchers developed a new phage therapy targeting Enterobacter infections. In Asia, resistant bacteria cause nearly 80% of newborn sepsis cases, while Kerala, India, faces a deadly outbreak of brain-eating amoeba infections. West Nile virus and mosquito-borne diseases also rise in the US and Europe.
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A 79-count indictment accuses RCI Hospitality Holdings and five executives of bribing a New York state auditor with trips, cash, and private dances to avoid over $8 million in sales taxes over 14 years. The scheme involved multiple Manhattan clubs and spanned from 2010 to 2024, according to authorities.
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Bethpage Black on Long Island will host the 2028 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, marking its first time hosting this event. The course has previously hosted major tournaments, including the U.S. Open in 2002 and 2009. The announcement coincides with the upcoming Ryder Cup at Bethpage.
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A new interactive map from Climate TRACE reveals that fossil fuel facilities and wildfires are releasing dangerous PM2.5 particles, exposing 1.6 billion people worldwide to toxic air. The tool tracks pollution sources in real-time, emphasizing the urgent need for policy action to protect public health and address climate change.
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Donna Adelson, convicted of orchestrating the 2014 murder of law professor Daniel Markel, faces a life sentence after a jury found her guilty of first-degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation. Her sentencing is scheduled for October 14, with the case rooted in a decade-long custody and family dispute.
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Multiple U.S. states and federal authorities have filed lawsuits against Zillow and Redfin over a $100 million agreement. The deal allegedly restricted competition in rental advertising, potentially raising prices for renters and reducing market options. Both companies deny wrongdoing, claiming the partnership benefits consumers. The legal battle highlights ongoing industry tensions over market dominance and listing transparency.
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Brandon Dawson from Santa Rosa, California, won the 52nd World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off with a pumpkin weighing 2,346 pounds. The event saw record-breaking pumpkins, including a UK gourd that surpassed 2,800 pounds. Dawson's success highlights skill, patience, and family involvement in giant pumpkin cultivation.
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Mark Verity, a music teacher at Wading River Elementary, was arraigned after being caught in a vigilante sting attempting to engage with a decoy social media account. He allegedly admitted to possessing child pornography and making explicit remarks. The case is under investigation, and Verity has been suspended from his job.
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Stories of ghosts and paranormal activity dominate recent reports from Scotland and New York. From Glasgow's haunted flats and historic hotels to Brooklyn's ghost tours and New York's most haunted sites, interest in spectral phenomena remains high. New surveys show many Americans are open to buying haunted homes, reflecting a cultural shift in attitudes toward the supernatural.
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The Erie Canal's bicentennial is marked by a reenactment featuring a replica boat, the Seneca Chief, retracing historic routes. The event highlights the canal's historical significance in shaping America's economy, westward expansion, and infrastructure development, with celebrations including water collection from key locations and symbolic plantings.
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Multiple rare bird sightings on Long Island include a juvenile common cuckoo, likely blown off course from Europe, and a captive barn owl that escaped from a nature center. Birders and locals are actively searching for these birds, which are attracting significant attention due to their rarity and unusual presence in the region.
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A New York judge dismissed a lawsuit from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton aimed at enforcing a Texas court order against Dr. Margaret Carpenter for prescribing abortion pills via telemedicine. The judge ruled that New York's shield law protects such medical activities, preventing cross-state legal enforcement. The case highlights ongoing legal conflicts over abortion telemedicine laws.
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Multiple lawsuits have been filed against the US Education Department's new eligibility rules for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. The rules aim to restrict benefits for organizations involved in activities like supporting illegal immigration, terrorism, and gender-affirming care for minors. Critics argue the rules overreach and violate legal standards, while the department defends them as necessary safeguards.
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Anthony Lennon, a wanted fugitive since 2012 for child pornography, was arrested in New York after years on the run. He had staged a fake abduction scene in Oklahoma and enrolled at SUNY Canton under a false identity. Authorities confirmed his identity through fingerprint analysis.
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U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik announced her campaign for New York governor, criticizing incumbent Kathy Hochul and highlighting her support from Republican leaders. She aims to challenge Hochul amid rising political tensions and recent Democratic victories in the state.