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DALLAS TX, the once-extinct dire wolf, a legendary Ice Age predator, has officially returned — thanks to cutting-edge genetic engineering by Colossal Biosciences, the biotech company also aiming to revive the woolly mammoth and Tasmanian tiger.
In a groundbreaking announcement on Monday, the Dallas-based company revealed the successful birth of three dire wolf puppies, marking the first ever de-extincted species brought back to life using ancient DNA.
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Hackensack NJ, early morning storms rolled through North Jersey and may have triggered a partial collapse of the auditorium roof at Bergen County Academies (BCA), a top-ranked magnet high school in Hackensack, NJ.
According to school officials, the auditorium roof was already under replacement when heavy rains struck overnight, causing water to leak into the building. While no injuries were reported, some plaster came down due to water damage, prompting concern over the structural integrity of the facility.
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Washington DC, in a world where trade tensions are heating up faster than a summer in Delhi, India is choosing a cooler, more calculated path. Despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent move to slap a 26% tariff on imports from India, the Indian government has made it clear: there will be no retaliation.
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Trenton NJ, as the 2025 tax season approaches, a new national report reveals that New Jersey taxpayers are among the most heavily burdened in the United States — with high property taxes contributing significantly to their financial strain.
Continue reading New Jersey Taxpayers Face One of the Nation’s Heaviest Burdens, Study Finds
Hamburg, New Jersey, is a town steeped in charm. Nestled in Sussex County, its picturesque streets, colonial architecture, and rich history make it a gem for homeowners and history lovers alike. But beneath the surface of these timeless homes lies a growing concern—aging sewer infrastructure. Many of Hamburg’s historic homes are built atop sewer lines dating back decades, and with each passing year, the risks multiply.
Continue reading What Lies Beneath: Aging Sewer Lines Threaten Hamburg, NJ’s Historic Homes
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Ridgewood NJ, the Smoot–Hawley Tariff Act of 1930 is widely known for raising U.S. tariffs on thousands of imported goods, triggering retaliatory trade wars and deepening the Great Depression. But what many people don’t realize is that tariffs weren’t the only form of revenue the U.S. government relied on during this turbulent time. So, did the government also raise taxes in this period? The answer is yes—significantly.
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Ridgewood NJ, Two of the most significant trade policies in U.S. history—the Tariff Act of 1922 (Fordney-McCumber Tariff) and the Tariff Act of 1930 (Smoot–Hawley Tariff)—produced very different economic outcomes. One is linked to postwar prosperity, the other to global economic collapse. What made the difference?
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Closter NJ, , Assemblyman Robert J. Auth is warning New Jersey residents that Governor Phil Murphy’s new $58.1 billion budget proposal will hit their wallets hard, leading to higher taxes and increased financial pressure on working families.
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Ridgewood NJ, in an age of digital distractions and declining church attendance, one Catholic prayer app is quietly sparking a modern spiritual revival. Since its launch in late 2018, Hallow — a Christian meditation and prayer app — has been downloaded more than 23 million times in over 150 countries. Its mission? To make prayer and faith more accessible in the digital age.
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New York NY, in October 1979, newly appointed Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker took a historic step to combat runaway inflation, marking a major shift in U.S. monetary policy. His aggressive approach would reshape the Fed’s role and lay the foundation for future economic stability.
Continue reading Paul Volcker’s Bold 1979 Inflation Crackdown That Reshaped the U.S. Economy
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Ridgewood NJ, in one of his first acts upon returning to office, President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders aimed squarely at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at both the federal and private sector levels.
Continue reading President Trump Moves to End DEI Nationwide: A New Era of Merit Over Mandates
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Montvale NJ , Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali is urging local parents to talk to their children about the disruptive trend of “ding dong dash” pranks, which have recently caused concern in neighboring towns.
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Fair Lawn NJ, the iconic former Nabisco factory on Route 208 is steadily being dismantled, but the future of the site remains unclear, with the proposed 644,000-square-foot warehouse now a “question mark,” according to local officials.
Continue reading Future of Fair Lawn’s Nabisco Site Uncertain as Demolition Continues Slowly
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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood may soon lose more than $169,000 in federal health care grants, potentially derailing 34 public health and wellness programs that earned the community top honors just months ago. The funding cuts come amid a nationwide rollback of post-pandemic federal health spending, sparking frustration from local leaders and raising skepticism over Washington’s rationale.
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Ridgewood NJ, we first reported her in 2019, the infamous “Rat Lady” is back — and according to local sources, her behavior is escalating. Reports from Ridgewood’s Central Business District indicate the same individual has resumed raiding dumpsters, scattering garbage, and allegedly feeding rats, sparking public health concerns and renewed frustration from area business owners.
