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1 week ago | wblk.com | Yasmin Young

A resourceful New York State man used an artificial intelligence attorney in court. Anyone with half a brain knows that A.I. (not to be confused with A1 Steak Sauce) has the real potential to replace humans in many professions. One that I never thought I would see in real life is that of an attorney. I could see it in a dystopian movie, but not in reality, not yet. But, one New York man is living in 2075. Photo by Gabriele Malaspina on UnsplashLet's be real, lawyers are expensive.

1 week ago | wblk.com | Yasmin Young

One place in New York has the worst job market in the entire state. The economy in America is certainly not headed in the right direction. A lot of people voted to improve the economy, but they are getting the opposite of what they were looking for. Tariffs have wreaked havoc on the stock market, and the federal trade war isn't helping investors' confidence. The power struggle and ego games being played over trade are costing American families.

1 week ago | wblk.com | Yasmin Young

Money will be missing from many New York residents' paychecks very soon. It's already bad enough that most of us aren't making enough to make ends meet, but now, many New Yorkers will have a chunk of their checks missing. A lot of people were expecting inflation, which hit highs during President Biden's term, to drop. But it hasn't dropped significantly. According to USA Facts, the current inflation rate in America is,"About 2.4%, as of March 2025.

1 week ago | wblk.com | Yasmin Young

Some New York State prisons have the most violent homicidal inmates. Seven of them stand out with the most inmates who have committed murder. Living in a prison community can be rewarding in the sense that it often provides good-paying jobs to the people in the area. But, on the other hand, there's always the lingering fear that a prisoner may escape or that there could be a riot. No matter how secure a prison is, there is always a chance that something bad can happen.

2 weeks ago | wblk.com | Yasmin Young

A recall could affect New Yorkers' Easter dinners. Last year, it felt like there was a recall or two or three every day. It's pretty scary to know that there are so many failures in our food production systems. Food can turn deadly very quickly due to bacteria, foreign matter, or allergen contamination. There is a massive butter recall that affects New York consumers as Easter is quickly approaching. The especially gross part about it is the reason the butter is being recalled.