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New music games really know how to teach

In part three of this week's five-part series recapping some of the top titles from the E3 video game convention, Adam Balkin takes a look at how music games -- a genre which has recently fallen on hard times -- is trying to make a comeback through innovative new features.

Cold Carrot Ginger Soup with Yogurt, Toasted Almonds, Jalapeno Pepper and Cilantro

Refreshing summer soup with great texture and flavor!

Japanese maples and dieback

Japanese maples are a favorite in Upstate New York landscape. The problem is, there's usually dieback. Terry Ettinger explains.

A dog's mouth is not cleaner than a human's mouth

A dog’s mouth has far more bacteria than our own.

Sports games big on keeping it real

In part two of this week's five-part series highlighting some of the top titles from the E3 video game convention, Adam Balkin highlights some games that draw so many in even if they don't consider themselves serious gamers.

Healthy Fruit Smoothie

Using unsweetened pomegranate juice for added healthy goodness!

Worldly apps help you translate signs and score goals

YNN highlights the coolest and newest apps for your cell phone or mobile device in the twice-weekly segment "App Wrap." YNN's Adam Balkin filed the following report.

Become a musician with these apps

For this edition of App Wrap, YNN’s Adam Balkin shows us some new apps for playing music on your mobile device. These apps can make anyone feel like they have musical talent.

"Qualcomm's Snapdragon Battery Guru" and added functionality for Google apps

YNN highlights the coolest and newest apps for your cell phone or mobile device in the twice-weekly segment "App Wrap." YNN's Adam Balkin filed the following report.

EW film critic: “This Is the End” is snort-out-loud funny

Owen Gleiberman, a film critic for Entertainment Weekly magazine said “This Is the End” is the wildest screen comedy in a long time, and also the smartest, the most fearlessly inspired, and the snort-out-loud funniest.

Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson reunite for "The Internship"

Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson re-team in "The Internship," a new comedy where they play 40-somethings vying for a job amongst a bunch of computer-savvy teens at Google. Neil Rosen filed the following review.

EW film critic: “Dirty Wars” is eye-opening

“Dirty Wars” looks at the secret outer reaches of the war on terror. Owen Gleiberman, film critic for Entertainment Weekly magazine, has more.

Blue false indigo is native to Northeastern United States

Baptisia austrailis is a great perennial native to the Northeast. For this edition of Garden Journeys, YNN’s Terry Ettinger introduces us to Baptisia austrailis, commonly known as blue false indigo.

How to pick out a true red maple leaf

In today's Garden Journeys, Terry Ettinger shows you how to tell if a leaf is from a true red maple tree.

Invasive plant often confused with Phlox

Dame’s Rocket, also known as Hesperis, is an invasive, early-summer blooming purple flowering plant found all over Upstate New York. The plant is often confused with Phlox. Phlox though, has five petals, whereas Dame’s Rocket has only four. For this edition of Garden Journeys, YNN’s Terry Ettinger has more.

College libraries circulating bicycles like books

What if bicycles were as readily available as library books? Checking out a loaner bike on the ESF campus starts at the library circulation desk. YNN’s Terry Ettinger has more for this edition of Going Green.

Choosing the right tree for your yard

Nothing enhances an urban neighborhood like healthy trees. Trees not only help beautify communities, they’re also effective air filters and provide shade from the summer heat. Terry Ettinger has more for this edition of Going Green.

School district plans to incorporate green infrastructure in renovation

Plans are being finalized for $29 million in renovations and a 12,000 square foot school building addition that will incorporate the latest in green infrastructure, like water reclamation. For this edition of Going Green, YNN’s Terry Ettinger has more.

Lights Camera Jackson on "Man of Steel"

Clark Kent and Lois Lane are back on the big screen with a new twist on a classic superhero tale. Here with his take on "Man of Steel,” is our own Lights Camera Jackson.

Lights Camera Jackson on "The Internship"

It's a tough job market; just ask Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson. In "The Internship," they play salesmen whose careers take an unexpected turn. Here with his take is our own Lights Camera Jackson.

Lights Camera Jackson on "Now You See Me"

Imagine taking in a magic show where the illusion is a cover for a bank heist and you get to take home the stolen cash. That's exactly what happens in "Now You See Me." Here with his take, is our own Lights Camera Jackson.

Making Cents

Financial adviser Steven Bouchey stopped by our studio to answer your money questions.

Online based banks can boost your savings

Banking online can have an effect on your wallet, especially when it comes to building up your savings. Tara Lynn Wagner filed the following "Money Matters" report.

Shared work spaces can offer growing businesses many perks

Clean desks, coffee machines and the camaraderie of co-workers are just some of the amenities shared work spaces offer to freelancers and start-ups alike. YNN's Money Matters reporter Tara Lynn Wagner filed the following report.

Differences between llamas and alpacas

In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza is looking at the differences between llamas and alpacas.

Alligators should not be kept as pets

There are many animals that are easy to acquire but are difficult to manage and shouldn’t be kept as pets, including alligators. Today, we’ll talk about why an alligator makes a lousy house pet in this edition of Pet Pointers.

Cats are America's most popular pet

Americans have more cats than any other pet. For this edition of Pet Pointers, YNN’s Lisa Chelenza has more on why cats are so popular.

Education rally held in Albany

The Empire State Plaza in Albany had thousands of visitors this past week. Teachers, parents, and students came together. The main focus: student testing and the common core.

Cuomo taking Tax Free NY Plan to college campuses

Governor Cuomo is taking his Tax Free NY Plan to college campuses. YNN’s Vince Gallagher has more.

Catching up with NYS Education Commissioner John King

We had a chance to sit down with the New York State Education Commissioner John King to discuss a few topics, which from his recent leadership symposium to the national spelling bee. We'll now take a look at these and other subjects in today's State of Education.

Game developers flex superhero powers

In part one of this week's five-part series wrapping up some of the biggest news from the E3 video convention, Adam Balkin explains how at a time when Superman is cleaning up at the box office, software developers are hoping other superheroes will wield similar power over consumers' video game purchases.

E3 Showcases Game-Changing Devices

The E3 video game convention out in Los Angeles is wrapping up, and as Adam Balkin explains, it’s not all about just the games, but in some cases, new ways you can play them.

Devices you may have missed at the Electronic Entertainment Expo

In the nearly three full days at E3, you had a chance to run across the smaller peripheral devices often times literally overlooked on the floor -- things like the Bladepad, the Stinky Gaming Footboard, and the Scosche SmartRoll. For this edition of Tech Beat, YNN's Adam Balkin takes us to the Electronic Entertainment Expo.

Fillmore Glen Getaway

I found another wonderful waterfall! Head to Fillmore Glen State Park, Route 38, just south of the village of Moravia and Owasco Lake in Cayuga County. 5 waterfalls to enjoy!

Hilton Head, S.C. offers great retreat by land and sea

A trip to Hilton Head Island, South Carolina offers a beach getaway with a great blend of surf and turf. YNN's Valarie D'Elia filed the following report.

Tybee Island is the beachy sister of Savannah, Georgia

Tybee Island is the delightfully beachy sister city to Savannah, Georgia, where sea turtles show visitors how to get around. YNN's Valarie D'Elia filed the following report.

Your Career: Keywords help resumes get a second look

Keywords can make the crucial difference between a resume that is ignored and a resume that gets a second look from the human resource department. Employment reporter Asa Aarons filed the following report.

Your Career: Personal branding

A personal brand can distinguish you from other job applicants and help employers grab your best traits. Employment reporter Asa Aarons filed the following report.

Your Career: The mini-resume

A recently laid-off New Yorker forced to network discreetly, has created a tool that she hopes will help others do the same. Asa Aarons filed the following employment report.

Have your cooling system serviced

The sizzling temperatures of summer haven't hit just yet. That gives you ample opportunity to have your cooling system serviced. For this edition of Your Home, YNN’s Solomon Syed has more on cooling.

Importance of having your home in your will

YNN's Innae Park meets with an attorney, who tells us the importance of willing your home to someone.

Renting an apartment

Home ownership may still be the American dream, but it is not necessarily for everyone. But There are many factors as to why people choose to rent. One of the biggest reasons is the economy. YNN's Solomon Syed has more.

Jets training camp gets underway

Year two of Jets training camp is underway on the SUNY Cortland campus. The team hit the field Monday morning for a practice that was off limits to the public. The afternoon session however will be open and free to anyone who wants to attend. ONLINE EXTRA: View a photo gallery from Jets training camp inside of this story.

Online Extra: 2010 Math and English test results released

In 2009 the NY State Education Department made the English and Math proficiency tests for kids in grades 3-8 tougher. This year’s test results show fewer students met or exceeded the new standards. Inside this story you can see test results from your school district, the NYSED press release, and links to webcasts and other related content.

Photo Gallery: Beating the Heat

Share photos of you, your family and friends beating the summer heat. Email your photos to ynnwebteam@gmail.com. We will include our favorite photos in this gallery.