COVID-19: There's No Link Between Vaccines, 'Sudden Deaths,' New Research Finds COVID-19: There's No Link Between Vaccines, 'Sudden Deaths,' New Research Finds
Covid-19: There's No Link Between Vaccines, 'Sudden Deaths,' New Research Finds Brand-new research says there's no link between COVID-19 vaccinations and "unexplained sudden deaths." The findings by the Indian Council of Medical Research also showed that the receipt of two doses of a vaccine lowered the odds of unexplained sudden death. The study was conducted at 47 hospitals across India and involved apparently healthy individuals aged 18-45 years without any known co-morbidity, who suddenly died of unexplained causes from October 2021 to March 2023. Researchers pointed to other factors for sudden deaths, including past hospitalization for COVID, …
'Now That's Talent': New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Powerful Flavors, Delicious Dishes 'Now That's Talent': New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Powerful Flavors, Delicious Dishes
'Now That's Talent': New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Powerful Flavors, Delicious Dishes A new restaurant serving up kebabs and Kathi rolls has quickly impressed the Long Island community with its bold flavors. Kathis & Kababs, located at 55 Broadway in Hicksville, is a new restaurant that specializes in just that: Kathi rolls and kebab plates, as well as a smattering of other Indian dishes. Tucked away close to the Long Island Railroad station, the small-but-might eatery has impressed diners since its opening in August 2023. “The first time I had chicken tikka was in London,” said Yelp reviewer Cher Y. of Locust Valley, “and this one has brought me back in those days.”…
COVID-19: These Are Most Likely Symptoms Of New Pirola Variant Identified In Virginia COVID-19: These Are Most Likely Symptoms Of New Pirola Variant Identified In Virginia
Covid-19: These Are Most Likely Symptoms Of New Pirola Variant Identified In Virginia The most likely symptoms of a new COVID-19 variant with around 30 mutations are expected to be similar to the highly contagious Omicron strain based on reports so far. COVID-related hospitalizations have increased in the US for six straight weeks, with a 19-percent increase reported in the most recent week, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The BA.2.86 strain, known as Pirola, has now been identified in five states: New York, Texas, Michigan, Virginia, and Ohio. The strain was first detected in Israel around Sunday, Aug. 20, and cases have also been identif…
COVID-19: These Are Most Likely Symptoms Of New Pirola Variant Spreading In US COVID-19: These Are Most Likely Symptoms Of New Pirola Variant Spreading In US
Covid-19: These Are Most Likely Symptoms Of New Pirola Variant Spreading In US The most likely symptoms of a new COVID-19 variant with around 30 mutations are expected to be similar to the highly contagious Omicron strain based on reports so far. COVID-related hospitalizations have increased in the US for six straight weeks, with a 19-percent increase reported in the most recent week, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The BA.2.86 strain, known as Pirola, has now been identified in five states: New York, Texas, Michigan, Virginia, and Ohio. The strain was first detected in Israel around Sunday, Aug. 20, and cases have also been identif…
Clifton Man Seized In $13M Indian Tech Support Scam: Seniors, Small Biz Owners Among Victims Clifton Man Seized In $13M Indian Tech Support Scam: Seniors, Small Biz Owners Among Victims
Clifton Man Seized In $13M Indian Tech Support Scam: Seniors, Small Biz Owners Among Victims FBI agents seized a Clifton man in connection with an India-based $13 million tech support scam that targeted more than 7,000 victims, most of them elderly or small business owners, authorities said. Manoj Yadav, a 40-year-old Indian-American, collected an estimated $2.2 million for his services before sending the rest to an unspecified number of associates overseas, federal investigators charged. Together, the cyber-scammers “misled their numerous victims into thinking that they were a legitimate technology support company affiliated with a major software company,” U.S. Attorney Philip R. …
Hindu Militant Group Disrupts Edison's Annual India Day Parade Hindu Militant Group Disrupts Edison's Annual India Day Parade
Hindu Militant Group Disrupts Edison's Annual India Day Parade What should've been a celebratory and unifying day for Edison's Indian community took a turn when a group of men from a right-wing group showed up waving hateful flags. Members of Edison's Indian community donned traditional garb and waved Indian flags in celebration of Indian's 76th year of independence on Sunday, Aug. 13. Organized by the Indian Business Association, a group of local merchants in the South Asian enclave, this year's parade served as tribute tot he legacy of India’s 200 million Muslims, "who played a pivotal role in India’s freedom struggle and continue to contribute …
Couple From PA Charged In Computer Repair Scam That Conned Victims In NJ, Elsewhere Couple From PA Charged In Computer Repair Scam That Conned Victims In NJ, Elsewhere
Couple From PA Charged In Computer Repair Scam That Conned Victims In NJ, Elsewhere A Pennsylvania man whose wife was charged with a computer scam that allowed her to siphon money out of unsuspecting victims’ accounts had a similar scheme going, Bergen County authorities announced. Kuleep Sethi, 66, was arrested by detectives from the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office on theft, conspiracy and money laundering charges earlier this week -- five months after they busted his wife, Mona, for the same thing. The Furlong, PA couple scammed victims not only in New Jersey but throughout the world, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said. The thieves “created the belief that vic…
MasterChef From NJ Brings Indian Flavors To Star-Studded Cooking Competition MasterChef From NJ Brings Indian Flavors To Star-Studded Cooking Competition
MasterChef From NJ Brings Indian Flavors To Star-Studded Cooking Competition A New Jersey chef from India is representing the Northeast while showcasing her international dessert skills in "MasterChef 13: United Tastes of America." Described as a “home cook who prides herself on American-Indian fusion,” Purvi Dogra, 48, moved to East Windsor from India 21 years ago.  Season 13 of the cooking show, which premiered on Wednesday, May 24, breaks down the 20 apron-earning competitors into categories based on one of four territories — West, Northeast, Midwest, and South.  The games officially begin for the 20 competitors on Wednesday, June 21. The winner gets rewarded w…
Car Full Of Fools Gold Lands NJ Man Trip To Fed Pen — Then Back To India Car Full Of Fools Gold Lands NJ Man Trip To Fed Pen — Then Back To India
Car Full Of Fools Gold Lands NJ Man Trip To Fed Pen — Then Back To India A New Jersey scammer whose eyes were bigger than his brain when he tried to rob an Athol woman of more than $300,000 was sentenced on Wednesday, May 24, to a year in prison, after which he'll be deported back to India authorities said.  Gaurang Contractor, 38, a citizen of India living in Jersey City, NJ, tried to trick a Central Massachusetts woman into believing he was a DEA agent and she needed to convert her life savings into gold and give it to him for safekeeping, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said.  Contractor contacted the woman in August 2022 using the alias of "Oscar…
Scammer Sunk By Car Full Of Fools Gold In Central Mass Headed To Prison Then Deportation Scammer Sunk By Car Full Of Fools Gold In Central Mass Headed To Prison Then Deportation
Scammer Sunk By Car Full Of Fools Gold In Central Mass Headed To Prison Then Deportation A New Jersey scammer whose eyes were bigger than his brain when he tried to rob an Athol woman of more than $300,000 was sentenced on Wednesday, May 24, to a year in prison, after which he'll be deported, authorities said.  Gaurang Contractor, 38, a citizen of India living in Jersey City, NJ, tried to trick a Central Massachusetts woman into believing he was a DEA agent and she needed to convert her life savings into gold and give it to him for safekeeping, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said.  Contractor contacted the woman in August 2022 using the alias of "Oscar White," a Dr…
Viral Video Shows Twin Saving Choking Brother At Central Mass Middle School Viral Video Shows Twin Saving Choking Brother At Central Mass Middle School
Viral Video Shows Twin Saving Choking Brother At Central Mass Middle School A video of a 12-year-old Worcester County girl using the Heimlich maneuver on her choking twin brother has made the two viral stars.  Amelia Loverme said she didn't think about what to do and just acted when she saw her brother Charlie choking on a piece of cheese in the lunchroom of Leicester Middle School earlier this month.  The 12-year-old wrapped her arms around Charlie, and with a few quick, sharp blows, she dislodged the immobile mozzarella. Within seconds, the story changed from horror to hero.  "It was just instinct," Amelia Loverme told CBS News. "I didn't really know what to do.…
Hudson Valley Student Admitted To West Point: 'Every Challenge Is Good' Hudson Valley Student Admitted To West Point: 'Every Challenge Is Good'
Hudson Valley Student Admitted To West Point: 'Every Challenge Is Good' A high school senior from the Hudson Valley will attend West Point after pushing through a rigorous application process in search of opportunities that his parents never had.  Senior Suhaan Akula from Brewster High School in Putnam County is one of the over 1,000 students across the US who was admitted into West Point for the 2023-24 school year, Brewster Central School District Communications Specialist Jessica Medoff announced on Thursday, May 18.  In order to attend the school, located in Orange County in the town of Highlands, Akula had to endure a competitive application proc…