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fromBrooklyn Eagle
54 minutes ago

Daniel Flynn named FDNY first deputy commissioner, Fabricio Caro as chief of staff

Daniel Flynn named FDNY first deputy commissioner and Fabricio Caro named chief of staff, both bringing extensive FDNY leadership and operational experience.
fromTravel + Leisure
5 months ago

TSA Is Cracking Down on Power Banks-Here's How to Make Sure Yours Won't Get Taken Away

That quick check wasn't random. In response to safety concerns surrounding lithium-ion batteries, the TSA has stepped up enforcement and is paying closer attention to power banks during security screenings. "TSA has not 'banned' power banks. However, they are only allowed in carry-on bags," a spokesperson told Travel + Leisure. Most standard power banks fall under the FAA's 100Wh (or 27,000mAh) limit, but higher-capacity models are increasingly common, especially among travelers looking to charge laptops or multiple devices.
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New York Mets
fromPolitics NY
5 months ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Assembly Member Manny De Los Santos

Passed Lithium-ion Battery Safety law to reduce e-bike and scooter fires while operating a year-round office providing housing, food access, and legal assistance.
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