If you're interested in getting a local perspective on the big picture in news, then our National & World News will give you just what you're looking for. This section covers all the big stories that matter to the nation – from the perspective of a local like you.
By Wendy L March 20, 2014
Meet one of the latest dinosaur discoveries from 66 million years ago, dubbed 'Chicken from Hell.'
By Christian Abbatecola March 19, 2014
A national youth organization is promoting smoking cessation among kids and teens.
By Wendy L March 17, 2014
After CVS announced it would stop the sale of tobacco products at its stores, the pressure is on for other retailers to follow suit. A group of 28 U.S. attorneys generals are urging stores like ...
By Christian Abbatecola March 17, 2014
Guinness has joined Sam Adams and Heineken in leaving major St. Patrick's Day Parades in protest of the organizers' policies on LGBT participants.
By Joe Randazzo March 16, 2014
On March 20th the night sky will be the scene of a rare astronomical event.
By Wendy L March 14, 2014
Just when you thought there weren't any more changes to Facebook, another change comes along -- premium video ads to the News Feed.
By Wendy L March 11, 2014
Thrill seekers, get ready for a new ride coming to Coney Island! The Thunderbolt coaster will take riders as high as 115 feet before making a 90-degree vertical drop.
By Christian Abbatecola March 10, 2014
After closing 155 of its corporate-run locations, the Long Island-based pizza chain has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as it tries to settle $500 million in debt.
By Wendy L March 07, 2014
The next time you think about gulping down a can of soda, sweet beverage or munching away at sugary food, think again! The World Health Organization has new draft guidelines for sugar intake.
By Wendy L March 06, 2014
The impact of global warming may eventually hit natural and cultural heritage sites like the Statue of Liberty, the Tower of London and the Sydney Opera House -- submerging them underwater, according to a new ...
By Christian Abbatecola March 05, 2014
The two social networks partnered with Attorney General Schneiderman to craft new means to prevent illegal guns sales from being funneled through their sites.
By Wendy L February 28, 2014
The next time you're at the doctor's office be watchful of what the stethoscope touched before it goes on your skin. The medical tool has been found to be lurking with loads of bacteria.
By Christian Abbatecola February 27, 2014
An FDA proposal to change nutrition labels would make calorie counts more prominent and require packages to more accurately reflect serving sizes.
By Wendy L February 27, 2014
Travelers participating in frequent flyer programs with airlines are to expect changes on how points and miles are earned to redeem for a free air ticket. It's not going to be as easy any more!
By Long Island News & PR February 25, 2014
Schumer: The IOC must consider countries’ human rights records before awarding the Olympic Games.
By Wendy L February 25, 2014
A space rock hitting the moon makes a record as the largest impact recorded to date. The impact was so strong the flash was visible from Earth. It also left a large crater roughly 131-feet ...
By Lyndsay McCabe February 24, 2014
Ever wonder why you may look more like your mother than your father, or vice versa? Researchers from Cold Spring Harbor have found that it is the result of a random genetic favoritism to one ...
By Christian Abbatecola February 24, 2014
The free agent center signed a ten day deal with the Nets early on Sunday, and was in uniform by game time that night.
By Kali Chan February 21, 2014
Ambassador Drobnjak will lecture on the enlargement of the European Union and its global, national, and regional impact.
By Wendy L February 19, 2014
After a recall of 8.7 million pounds of beef products last week, it turns out some of it was used in the production of select Hot Pockets products!