New York is the second most affected state in the US for package theft, with $1.2B in deliveries stolen by porch pirates.
Package Theft Hits New York Hard Have you ever had a package go missing? If so, you’re not alone. Recent findings reveal that thieves, often referred to as “porch pirates,” stole over $1.2 billion worth of deliveries from homes in New York. In fact, in 2025, New York was reported as the second worst state […]
Drivers Replaced by Automated Deliveries as the Automation Era Starts
Driverless Trucks Are Hitting the Roads A wave of autonomous trucks is now taking to the streets as the industry accelerates toward automation. PepsiCo has teamed up with the self-driving vehicle startup Gatik, as reported by the Wall Street Journal, to deploy 35 driverless trucks. This marks a significant milestone, being the first instance of […]
Eric Swalwell charged over 100 alcohol deliveries to his campaign, including a trip to Las Vegas.
Former congressman Eric Swalwell, now facing serious allegations, is accused of raping and assaulting multiple women following nights of excessive drinking. There are also claims that his campaign funneled significant amounts toward alcohol deliveries, particularly during road trips to Las Vegas. Since 2020, Swalwell’s campaign recorded over 100 expenses with the now-defunct alcohol delivery service, […]
Viktor Orbán blames Ukraine for halting oil pipeline deliveries to Hungary
Hungary Tightens Security Amid Disputes Over Energy Supply Hungary is increasing security measures at its energy facilities after Prime Minister Viktor Orbán accused Ukraine of jeopardizing its energy resources. In an open letter addressed to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Orbán criticized Ukraine’s actions, claiming they are part of an “anti-Hungarian policy.” Orbán pointed out, “Recently, […]
Tesla falls behind Chinese competitor as leading electric vehicle seller after a 9% drop in car deliveries in 2025.
Tesla Reports Drop in Car Deliveries for 2025 Tesla has announced a decline in its car deliveries, projecting a 9% decrease for 2025. This drop was steeper than analysts anticipated, resulting in Elon Musk’s company losing its top spot as the world’s leading electric vehicle seller to a Chinese competitor. In its recent report, Tesla […]
Hochul urges businesses to provide overnight deliveries to reduce congestion pricing charges.
Governor Hochul’s Advice on Congestion Charges Draws Criticism Governor Cathy Hochul recently made comments that many are calling out of touch regarding business strategies to handle rising prices due to congestion charges. During a press conference, she suggested that businesses could save money by opting for overnight deliveries. Hochul emphasized that businesses should take advantage […]
Package thieves used stolen shipping details to aim for valuable deliveries, according to the prosecutor.
New York Authorities Take Down Porch Pirate Gang Prosecutors in New York have revealed the dismantling of a complex group of porch pirates. Investigators claim these suspects accessed tracking information, allowing them to target valuable packages right after delivery. “It seemed these co-conspirators were lying in wait for packages,” said Suffolk County District Attorney Ray […]
Group of thieves takes hundreds of phones and electronics from 30 Long Island towns after intercepting deliveries
Porch Pirates Target Long Island Packages Authorities in New York have uncovered a coordinated effort by a group of Porch Pirates who allegedly used insider information to track FedEx deliveries, stealing numerous valuable packages from residents in Long Island. This operation spanned nearly two years and has now led to a significant indictment, according to […]
Air traffic controller informs lawmakers he’s driving for deliveries to cover his daughter’s college fees during the shutdown
During a recent NewsNation City Hall event, air traffic controllers expressed their struggles to lawmakers as the government shutdown stretches into its third week. One controller, identifying himself as Jack Chris from Dallas, Texas, shared that he has been with the Federal Aviation Administration for 16 years. Chris recounted his experiences during previous shutdowns, saying, […]
International postal deliveries to the US fall by 80 percent following Trump’s change to de minimis rules.
Postal deliveries from various countries to the US have dropped by 80% since President Trump removed the “minimum” exception that exempted small packages under $800 from tariffs, according to a UN agency. The Universal Postal Coalition (UPU), which focuses on global postal cooperation, reported that postal services have plummeted since August 29, when the new […]