Lifestyle
15 hours ago
Can a single therapy session make a difference? Experts say yes, with the right mindset
Experts say an increasing number of people who, at least for now, have decided to forgo the weeks, months or even years that traditional therapy implies in favor of a more targeted approach.
6 days ago
Data: Tompkins County population sees slight growth, Cortland County population falls
New population data is out from the Cornell Program on Applied Demographics.
7 days ago
Stores must accept cash payments under new state law
New York Attorney General Letitia James says stores must allow customers to pay in cash, with some exceptions.
1 week ago
Free consumer law legal clinic Tuesday at TCPL
The Tompkins County Public Library is hosting a free legal clinic about consumer law on Tuesday.
1 week ago
Expert: cold winter will not affect tick prevalence
A Cornell expert says the tick population was unaffected by winter.
2 weeks ago
Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use
In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.
2 weeks ago
Ovid FD assistant chief battling cancer, community fundraiser underway
Ovid Fire Department First Assistant Chief Brian Reynolds is battling cancer for the second time.
2 weeks ago
Prescribed fires underway in Finger Lakes National Forest
Federal officials say prescribed fires began this week in Seneca and Schuyler County.
2 weeks ago
Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around
Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic devices once they are no longer needed. It's hard to know where to recycle those items, or it seems costly and inconvenient.
2 weeks ago
As demand for GLP-1 pills and shots surges, healthy habits are still key
Whether they're using weekly shots or daily pills, more Americans than ever are turning to anti-obesity drugs to lose weight and boost health. About 1 in 8 U.S. adults say they are taking a GLP-1 drug, according to a recent survey by the health research group KFF.
2 weeks ago
Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme and more react to the death of Chuck Norris
The death of Chuck Norris has triggered an outpouring of memorials from fellow Hollywood tough guys and fans. The martial arts grandmaster and...
2 weeks ago
FCC approves merger of local television owners Nexstar and Tegna as two lawsuits seek to block it
The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday said it had approved the merger of local television giants Nexstar Media Group and rival Tegna, the same day that...
2 weeks ago
CBS News shutters its storied radio news service after nearly a century, ending an era
CBS News said Friday it will shut down its storied radio news service after nearly 100 years of operation, ending an era and blaming challenging economic times as the...
3 weeks ago
Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86
Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in "Walker, Texas Ranger" and other television shows and movies made him...
3 weeks ago
ABC’s ‘Bachelorette’ cancellation adds to franchise’s long history of controversy
ABC's decision to cancel a completed season of "The Bachelorette" marks the latest controversy in a franchise that has repeatedly faced
3 weeks ago
Tompkins County to hold public session on minimum wage study
Tompkins County will hold a public conversation next week, where thoughts can be expressed about the potential impact of establishing a countywide minimum wage.
3 weeks ago
A look at Eid al-Fitr and how Muslims celebrate the Islamic holiday
Muslims around the world are bidding farewell to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and will soon start celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr. Eid is typically greeted with joy and excitement and is marked with congregational prayers and festivities that usually include family visits, gatherings, outings and new clothes.
3 weeks ago
When gas prices go up, changing the way you drive can stretch your fuel just a bit farther
When gas prices spike, filling up gets more painful. But consumers can do something to stretch their fuel just a little farther: Change the way they drive.
4 weeks ago
Sigler seeks AG probe into Tompkins County gas prices
Legislator Mike Sigler is requesting a state investigation in Tompkins County's high gas prices.
4 weeks ago
Cornell senior joins Team Legend on hit TV show The Voice
On March 2, the class of 2026’s Adi Arora appeared in the second episode of the blind audition portion of the hit NBC show "The Voice Battle of the Champions."
