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Title: Bethlehem Route 85 Crash: 3 Hospitalized, Roadway Reopened

by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor November 24, 2025

written by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor

BETHLEHEM,N.Y. – A ⁢head-on collision on State Route 85 in Bethlehem sent three people to local hospitals Saturday evening, authorities said. The roadway was fully⁢ closed for over⁤ four hours while emergency crews worked the scene and police ⁢investigated.

The crash occurred around 5:15 p.m. between Blessing Road and the New York State⁢ Thruway. According to the Bethlehem Police Department, one vehicle crossed the center line and collided head-on with another.‍ Passengers in both cars required extrication by the Slingerlands Fire Department.

Police have charged the ⁣driver who crossed the lane with a lane usage violation. An investigation into ‍the cause‍ of ⁤the crash is ongoing. State Route 85 reopened ⁢to traffic after ⁣9:30 ⁢p.m.

Anyone with details regarding the incident is urged to contact the Bethlehem⁢ police Department. Stay with NEWS10 for further updates as they become available.

November 24, 2025 0 comments

News

Title: Dolphins Playoff Chances, Schedule & Week 12 Outlook

by David Harrison – Chief Editor November 24, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Dolphins Begin Bye week as Playoff Chances Remain Slim

Miami Gardens, FL – The Miami Dolphins enter their bye week with a 5-5 record following a recent stretch of inconsistent play, and their path to the playoffs remains challenging. Despite a potential best-case scenario of finishing 10-7, Miami currently has less than a 1% chance of securing a spot in the seven-team AFC playoff field, according to The Athletic.

The Dolphins face an uphill battle due to previous losses and a competitive AFC landscape. They lost to the Los Angeles Chargers and the Baltimore Ravens, both currently positioned for playoff contention. While Miami split its season series with the Buffalo Bills, tiebreakers remain unfavorable.The Jaguars currently hold the third and final wild-card position at 6-4, with the Texans, ravens, and Chiefs also ahead of Miami in the race.

Miami Dolphins 2025 Schedule & Bye Week

Miami’s bye week arrives after a demanding first half of the season. They will return to action with games against teams holding losing records, offering a potential possibility to improve their standing.

Following the bye, Miami’s remaining schedule includes:

* vs. New Orleans Saints (2-8)
* vs. New York Jets (2-8)

The Dolphins currently have the easiest remaining schedule of those teams vying for a wild card spot, except for jacksonville, according to Tankathon.

NFL Schedule – Week 12 (All times Eastern)

All games can be streamed on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers.

November 24, 2025 0 comments

Business

Oak Hall Eagles Claim SSAA Class 3A Football Championship

by Priya Shah – Business Editor November 23, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Oak Hall Claims SSAA⁤ Class 3A Championship in Hard-Fought ⁣Victory Over Cambridge Christian

OVIEDO, FL – Oak hall School secured the Sunshine State Athletic Association (SSAA) Class 3A Championship on Saturday, defeating Cambridge Christian 28-21⁢ in a contest that showcased the Eagles’ versatility and resilience. The victory marks a significant milestone for the Gainesville school, often overshadowed by larger programs in the area.

The championship game demanded a different approach than Oak⁢ Hall’s recent 51-34 offensive showcase against Oviedo. Cambridge Christian boasted ⁤a potent ⁤attack led ⁢by 1,500-yard rusher Elijah LeGrande and 1,000-yard receiver Jackson Langston. Oak Hall Head Coach Brian Fuhr recognized the need to⁢ contain these key players.

“We ‍knew they⁢ were going to come to‌ LeGrande real ‍hard, so we knew we had ‌to key him,” linebacker Jayden Medley ‌said.⁣ “We weren’t worried about anyone else.”

However, it was Oak Hall’s two-way star, Jalen Peera, who proved pivotal. Initially recruited as a running back, Peera’s impact extended‌ to the defensive side, excelling at middle linebacker and ⁣ultimately helping to close out the game⁣ with a bruising running style that⁤ wore down the⁢ Cambridge Christian defense.

“He told me, ‘I need a running back. I need you. Let’s get to work,'” Peera recounted of his conversation with coaches. “Whenever I cut to the outside, and I got open ground, I was like, ‘Oh shoot, I ⁢got to go. I got⁤ positive yards.'”

The eagles entered the season with a “Why not us?” mantra,⁤ according to Fuhr, a rallying cry that fueled their championship run. Oak‍ Hall has historically⁣ been recognized for it’s academic excellence, and this win demonstrates the school’s ‍commitment to athletic achievement.

“We have‌ proven that we can play great athletics across the board and still‍ have everything⁣ that comes with being a great academic school,” Fuhr said. “hopefully people will realize now, too, that we play pretty decent football.”

For Peera, the victory was notably meaningful, fueled⁢ by a desire to prove doubters wrong. ”I used the hating as fuel for me to grind my heart ‍out,” ‌he said.

November 23, 2025 0 comments

Technology

Title: Spotify 2025 Wrapped: Release Date, How It Works & When Data is Tracked

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor November 23, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Spotify Users: Update Your App for 2025’s Wrapped Reveal

Spotify is reminding users to ensure their app is updated as ⁢the highly anticipated Wrapped feature for 2025 approaches. The annual feature, which provides personalized data on ⁤users’ listening habits throughout the year, is ‍expected to launch soon, offering insights ⁢into top artists, songs, genres, and listening minutes.

Spotify Wrapped has become a cultural‌ phenomenon since‌ its introduction, prompting users to share their⁢ unique musical journeys⁢ on social media. The streaming service begins tracking data ‌from January 1st and⁢ continues collecting information “up until a few weeks before we launch⁢ the ⁤Wrapped product,” according to Molly Holder, Spotify’s senior‍ director of product for personalization, in a 2024 ‍interview with Mashable.

Despite social⁤ media claims suggesting data collection ⁢ends on Halloween, Spotify continues tracking listening‌ habits ⁢past October 31st. The ‍exact cutoff date remains‍ undisclosed each year.

To access your 2025 Wrapped results, ‍Spotify advises users to verify‌ thay have the latest version of the app‍ installed.The feature will be ⁣available directly within the Spotify submission.

Spotify also offers a “music evolution” feature, separating listening habits into distinct phases, providing a more nuanced⁣ look at user preferences.

Contributing: Anthony Robledo, Greta ⁣Cross / USA TODAY

Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at sshafiq@gannett.com and ⁤follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.

November 23, 2025 0 comments

Health

Hearing Aids and Dementia Prevention

by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor November 23, 2025

written by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor

Hearing⁢ Aids Linked to ⁢Significantly Lower Dementia Risk, New Study Finds

SALT LAKE CITY – A new 20-year study reveals adults who begin using hearing aids‍ before age 70 may experience‍ a 61% reduction in their risk of developing dementia. Published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the research followed ⁢thousands of participants and ‍demonstrated the most significant benefits for those⁤ who addressed hearing loss early, before it became severe.

Hearing loss can manifest gradually or suddenly, according to Richard Phillips, a hearing instrument specialist with House of Hearing in Moab. untreated hearing loss forces the⁤ brain to work‍ harder to interpret sounds,⁣ potentially accelerating cognitive decline.

“Hearing loss can be gradual or ‌it can be quickly overnight,” Phillips said.

Scott Patterson, ⁤who has lived with hearing‍ loss for 20 years, initially hesitated ⁣to use hearing aids due to concerns about appearance. “I was⁢ always a little concerned about, well, I don’t want people to see that I have ⁣hearing aids, I don’t want to⁢ look older,” he recalled.

However, Patterson⁣ described a profoundly positive experience when he‍ first used them. “I still⁤ remember getting back in my car and turning on the music and almost ‍coming to tears because I coudl actually hear⁣ the full sound,”⁣ he ⁤said.

While experts emphasize that hearing aids won’t prevent all cases of dementia, they represent a simple intervention to improve communication, combat social isolation, and support long-term brain health. They‌ can also contribute to better balance, reducing the risk of falls.

“What we’ve noticed is the ones that wear them all ⁣the ⁤time, you can‍ just tell, their cognitive ⁢skills seem to be sharper, more alert,” Phillips said. “It improves your life and makes the people around you a lot happier, also.”

Health providers⁢ recommend baseline hearing tests starting around age 60, with manny clinics offering free screenings.

November 23, 2025 0 comments

Health

Bird Flu: Feeding Garden Birds Safely During Outbreak

by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor November 22, 2025

written by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor

Bird Flu Concerns Prompt Guidance for Zweibrücken Garden Bird Feeders

Zweibrücken, Germany – Despite ongoing concerns about avian influenza, experts from the German Nature Conservation Association ‌(Nabu) ‌and the State Association for Bird and Nature Conservation (LBV) ⁣in Bayern confirm that garden and songbirds are currently not‍ significantly affected ‍by the current bird flu outbreak. The disease primarily poses a risk to waterfowl – including geese, swans, ducks,⁢ turkeys,⁣ cranes, and poultry – while species‌ commonly found in residential areas like tits, starlings, robins, chaffinches, sparrows, woodpeckers, blackbirds, and greenlings ‍are not considered primary virus carriers.

However,authorities are urging vigilance regarding hygiene at bird feeders to prevent the spread of‌ other ⁤avian diseases,such as salmonellosis,trichomonosis (already circulating among blackbirds and tits),and Suttonella ornithocoda,a pneumonia affecting tits. Daily thorough cleaning of bird feeders and water bowls with hot water – avoiding‌ harsh chemicals – is strongly recommended, especially when visibly soiled.

Residents‍ of Zweibrücken and surrounding areas are advised to immediately report any sightings of dead birds exhibiting symptoms like a twisted neck or head, shortness of breath, mucus ⁣discharge, loss of fear of humans, staggering, or apathetic behavior to the responsible⁢ veterinary office. Nabu experts emphasize the importance of not touching sick or dead birds under any circumstances. Setting up multiple, smaller feeding locations is encouraged to support garden bird populations.

November 22, 2025 0 comments

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