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No bulls--t: Genetics firm breeding eco-friendly, low-farting cows
A British genetics firm plans to create cows who can fart less -- in an effort to reduce climate-heating emissions.
TV drama about NYC's iconic Russ & Daughters in development
Time Studios has signed a deal with Niki Russ Federman and Josh Russ Tupper, the family business' fourth-generation owners, to shop a scripted drama about the appetizing shop's history.
'Morbius' tops domestic box office on its opening night
"Morbius" -- about a doctor who splices his DNA with a vampire, with predictable results -- grossed $17.1 million in the U.S. on its opening night, according to IMDB's Box...
This economy bites: NYC slice costs more than a subway swipe for first time
The price of a slice is now above $3 in every borough, for the first time ever, Bloomberg said — lowest in Brooklyn ($3.06) and highest in Manhattan ($3.26).
Sucker-punched high school runner considering lawsuit
The incident occurred during the 1,600-meter race at the Tohopekaliga Tiger Invitational in Kissimmee, Fla., where an athlete who was not in the race got in the way of the...
US saw record number of tornadoes in March
At least 219 were reported last month — more than any other March on record.
DOE could roll back vax mandate in time for prom
"I don't want anyone to have to be limited due to vaccination status," Chancellor David Banks said.
Dozens of Alaska Airlines flights canceled over 'shortage of pilots'
The company and the union representing its 3,100 pilots have been negotiating a new contract for three years, the Seattle Times reported.
Brooklyn family of dead veteran suspects foul play from widow, seeks autopsy
The family of a deceased combat veteran suspects his widow caused his demise -- and has convinced a judge to temporarily block his widow from cremating or burying his body.
‘The Lost City’ leads domestic box office
Adventure film “The Lost City” led the domestic box office on its premier night Friday.
Shark raving mad: Owner of UK ‘Shark House’ gripes at landmark protection
A British man said local legislators have gone overboard for landmarking his father’s home with a sculpture of a diving shark.
Missing UK man found dead with dog at bottom of well
Harry Bradley, 22, was last seen taking his dog, Nim, for a walk in the village of Paderne, Portugal on March 16.
Robert 'denied care': Family of dead Rikers inmate sues city for his death
Robert Jackson, 42, was locked up ahead of trial for a burglary charge in 2021 -- when his assigned guard walked off the job, according to court papers and the...
Brooklyn charter school counselors had sex chats daily, even with students: suit
A male guidance counselor at a Brooklyn charter school says he was fired for speaking up about sexual harassment.
Family sues funeral home for 'accidentally' cremating man
A family in Arkansas is suing a funeral home for accidentally cremating their relative.
Florida man tried to steal bulletproof vest worn by Bin Laden kill squad: cops
A contractor working at the Navy SEAL Museum in Florida was collared for trying to steal a bulletproof vest worn by a member of the team that killed Osama Bin...
Twins born in rare 1-in-80,000 ‘mermaid’ birth: report
A Spanish twin was delivered in a 1-in-80,000 “mermaid” birth — inside an intact amniotic sac, according to a report.
Bodies of 4 Marines killed during NATO exercises returned to US
The remains of Capt. Matthew J. Tomkiewicz, Capt. Ross A. Reynolds, Gunnery Sgt. James W. Speedy and Cpl. Jacob M. Moore were escorted by members of their squadron to Dover...
'The Batman' tops domestic box office, taking in $10.6 million
“The Batman” — the latest Hollywood remake of the caped crusader — led the domestic box office, raking in $10.6 million on Friday, according to IMDB’s Box Office Mojo database.
4 US soldiers likely killed in NATO exercise are Marines
Four U.S. Marines are officially missing, and likely dead, after an aircraft crash during a NATO exercise in Norway.