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How much snow will New York get this winter? See 2026-27 forecast predictions

How much snow will New York get this winter? See 2026-27 forecast predictions

Here's what NOAA, the Farmers' Almanac and Old Farmer's Almanac predict for the 2026-27 season.
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San Francisco Struggles with Office-to-Housing Conversions Amidst High Vacancy Rates

San Francisco Struggles with Office-to-Housing Conversions Amidst High Vacancy Rates

San Francisco is facing significant challenges in converting its vacant office spaces into residential units, despite a third of its 100 million square feet of office space being unoccupied. Unlike cities such as New York, Washington, and Chicago, which have seen thousands of such conversions, San Francisco has yet to complete a single one. The city has, however, implemented a new law designed to incentivize developers by allowing them to reclaim a portion of future property taxes on commercial buildings that are converted into housing. This measure aims to mitigate the financial risks associated with these complex projects. Currently, three developers have submitted proposals under this new program, indicating a potential shift in the city's approach to addressing its housing and office vacancy crises. The process of converting office buildings into residential spaces is inherently difficult due to structural and financial hurdles, including the need for extensive modifications to accommodate residential ...
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B. Riley Securities Appoints Michael Masiuk to Expand Technology, Media, and Sports Advisory

B. Riley Securities Appoints Michael Masiuk to Expand Technology, Media, and Sports Advisory

B. Riley Securities Appoints Michael Masiuk to Expand Technology, Media, and Sports Advisory
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FBI issues actor Selma Blair a summons accusing her of assaults aboard a plane, AP source says

FBI issues actor Selma Blair a summons accusing her of assaults aboard a plane, AP source says

The FBI has issued Blair a summons accusing her of assaults that occurred aboard a plane, according to a federal law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity
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Mark Ruffalo Transforms New York Farm into Sustainable Sanctuary, Advocates for Clean Energy and Water Protection

Mark Ruffalo Transforms New York Farm into Sustainable Sanctuary, Advocates for Clean Energy and Water Protection

Actor Mark Ruffalo has converted a 20-hectare former dairy farm in Callicoon, New York, into a sustainable agricultural refuge. This property, now his family's permanent residence, features a family garden, crops, solar panels, and fields for hay production. The transformation of the farm includes the installation of solar panels and the adoption of organic farming methods, reflecting Ruffalo's advocacy for renewable energy and his opposition to fossil fuel exploitation. His environmental activism extends beyond his farm; he co-founded The Solutions Project in 2013 to support community initiatives for renewable energy systems. Ruffalo's public activities include campaigns, meetings with legislators, and awareness actions regarding the energy industry's impact on water and community health. His efforts were instrumental in New York State's 2014 ban on water fracking, a technique that uses water, sand, and chemical compounds under pressure to extract gas from rock formations. He continues to oppose new metho...
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DJ Sinca to Perform at Cosmic Gate Event Following Appearances at Major Festivals

DJ Sinca to Perform at Cosmic Gate Event Following Appearances at Major Festivals

DJ Sinca to Perform at Cosmic Gate Event Following Appearances at Major Festivals
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A timeline of developments in AI safety since the attack on Hugging Face

A timeline of developments in AI safety since the attack on Hugging Face

Since OpenAI disclosed this summer that its artificial intelligence system hacked into another AI company in what is now referred to as the Hugging Face incident, other AI companies have jumped on the bandwagon with their own concerning events, such as hacking or runaway bots seemingly evading human control
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Watertown Residents Face Persistent Low Water Pressure and No Hot Water Issues

Watertown Residents Face Persistent Low Water Pressure and No Hot Water Issues

Residents on Shepard Street in the town of Watertown, New York, are experiencing ongoing issues with low water pressure and a complete lack of hot water. Megan McCormick, a resident, described her shower as a 'gentle rain shower' due to the minimal water flow. Another resident, Veranne Johnson, reported having 'absolutely no hot water,' making it impossible to shower or bathe in her own home. The problem stems from an 80-year-old private water line, which residents own. The situation worsened a few years ago when a snow plow reportedly hit and bent the pipe, leading to a constant leak. This aging infrastructure has resulted in significant inconvenience and financial burden for the affected residents, who continue to receive water bills, some as high as $250 a month, despite the severely limited service. The town had plans to establish a new public water district to address such issues, but this project is currently on hold due to financial considerations.
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Cipriani Hospitality Brand Expands Globally Beyond Venice and New York

Cipriani Hospitality Brand Expands Globally Beyond Venice and New York

Cipriani Hospitality Brand Expands Globally Beyond Venice and New York
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WorldAtlas names 10 lakes open to year-round fishing

WorldAtlas names 10 lakes open to year-round fishing

A new WorldAtlas report highlighted 10 U.S. lakes where fishing is allowed throughout the year. New York's waters of Lake Erie made the list, though anglers still must follow seasonal regulations and size limits.
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Peak fall foliage in New York: Where to see the best fall colors this weekend

Peak fall foliage in New York: Where to see the best fall colors this weekend

Peak or near-peak fall colors are expected across parts of the Adirondacks and Catskills this weekend. See the latest conditions by region.
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Xanadu Partners with GlobalFoundries to Scale Photonic Quantum Chip Manufacturing in New York

Xanadu Partners with GlobalFoundries to Scale Photonic Quantum Chip Manufacturing in New York

Xanadu Partners with GlobalFoundries to Scale Photonic Quantum Chip Manufacturing in New York