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Kansas City Chiefs & Mahomes Defeat Buffalo Bills To Return To Super Bowl

The Kansas City Chiefs delivered an outstanding performance in a 29-32 victory over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship Game, earning their third consecutive trip to the Super Bowl. Playing in front of a raucous crowd at Arrowhead Stadium, the Chiefs cemented their dominance in the AFC, dashing the hopes of a resilient Buffalo team.

Patrick Mahomes, again

Patrick Mahomes once again proved why he is the face of the NFL, getting three total touchdowns and over 240 yards in a near-flawless performance. The Chiefs’ offense clicked on all cylinders, with wide receiver Xavier Worthy hauling in a crucial touchdown and running back Kareem Hunt adding another on the ground.

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Heartbreak for Buffalo

For the Bills, the loss marks another painful chapter in their playoff history. Despite being New York State’s only NFL team, Buffalo’s Super Bowl drought continues.

Josh Allen delivered a valiant effort, including two touchdown passes, but costly mistakes and missed opportunities ultimately doomed the Bills.

While the Bills have made significant progress in recent years, this defeat raises questions about whether they can overcome teams like Kansas City in high-stakes games.

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Chiefs & Bills, a yearly Super Bowl preview

Kansas City’s defense also played a pivotal role, forcing the only turnover of the game, a fumble recovery that shifted momentum. Despite a strong effort from Josh Allen and the Bills’ offense, Buffalo couldn’t keep up with the Chiefs’ explosive plays.

With this victory, the Chiefs are one step closer to cementing their dynasty. Kansas City will now face the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans on February 8th. Some stadiums around the country, such as Metlife Stadium, will host Super Bowl watch parties.

This marks their fourth Super Bowl appearance in five seasons under head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes.


The Chiefs have already made history, joining a select group of teams to play in three consecutive Super Bowls. Fans eagerly anticipate another chance to lift the Lombardi Trophy and add to their legacy.

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This neighborhood in Queens was just named the hottest, according to StreetEasy

This neighborhood in Queens was just named the hottest, according to StreetEasy

New York real estate has always been wildly unpredictable, but for the past few years, there’s been one reliable trend: the outer boroughs are getting hotter and hotter, while Manhattan is steadily cooling off.

In fact, according to a new survey by StreetEasy, nine out of the 10 most-sought-after neighborhoods in New York City right now are in Brooklyn and Queens, and only one is in Manhattan.

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StreetEasy determined the hottest neighborhoods based on the amount of searches on its database among buyers and renters from 2023 to 2024. Ridgewood came in first place, followed by Greenwood in second place and Long Island City in third place. 

It makes sense why Ridgewood is so coveted right now: while the neighborhood is right next to Bushwick, one of the most-sought-after destinations for nightlife and entertainment, Ridgewood boasts quieter vibes. In its report, StreetEasy noted that “renters [are] seeking a more residential feel—or simply a change of scenery” from Bushwick. And, even though the area is often overshadowed by its southern neighbor, it has a growing share of great restaurants, cool cafes and amazing bars—so much so that we named it one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world, and the coolest in NYC, back in 2022

The StreetEasy report also found that the year on year searches for the neighborhood grew a staggering 13.2%, and the median asking rent increased by 8.3% year on year to $3,250 per month. 

The second hottest neighborhood, Greenwood, sits just above Sunset Park and is most famous for its cemetery, which has sweeping view of the city and is where Jean-Michel Basquiat and other icons are buried. Its close proximity to green spaces, falling prices and access to trains are some of the reasons for its growing popularity, according to the report. 

Long Island City, which came in third, is most sought after by those looking for modern amenities. With several new constructions and modern condos to choose from, the year on year median asking rent has continued to go up in that neighborhood, where the median asking rent is now $4,148. 

One major reason for the popularity of outer boroughs? People are craving more amenities, such as outdoor space, pools, gyms and in-unit laundry, especially with the hybrid working model many of us have become accustomed to. While the outer boroughs are dominating housing trends, it’s interesting to note that people are still looking to have easy access to Manhattan while not necessarily living there.

Only one Manhattan neighborhood, Morningside Heights, made it on the top 10.

Here is StreetEasy’s full list of hottest neighborhoods for 2025:

1. Ridgewood, Queens

2. Greenwood, Brooklyn

3. Long Island City, Queens

4. Sunnyside, Queens

5. Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

6. Fort Greene, Brooklyn

7. Prospect Heights, Brooklyn

8. Crown Heights, Brooklyn

9. Prospect Lefferts Garden, Brooklyn

10. Morningside Heights, Manhattan 

* This article was originally published here

You can get one-way Amtrak tickets for as low as $37 right now

You can get one-way Amtrak tickets for as low as $37 right now

Now’s a good time to do a little traveling via train—Amtrak just announced its Northeast Winter Sale with one-way tickets to cities for as low as $37.

If you book a one-way ticket between now and Friday, January 24, for travel between February 1 and March 31, you can save up to 30% on regular-priced fares on Acela Business, Northeast Regional Coach, and Coach Class on other popular Northeast trains.

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Here are some examples of trips you can take on the cheap.

One-way fares on Northeast Regional Coach Class include:

  • Baltimore to New York for as low as $37

  • New York to Boston for as low as $40

  • Philadelphia to New York for as low as $24

  • Richmond to New York for as low as $55

  • Washington, D.C. to New York for as low as $40

One-way fares on Acela Business Class include:

  • Baltimore to New York for as low as $97
  • New York to Boston for as low as $86

  • Philadelphia to New York for as low as $96

  • Washington, D.C. to New York for as low as $102

Why take a train instead of driving there? It’s convenient and a great way to see the country differently.

“This winter, our customers can enjoy the charm and convenience of traveling by train with significant savings during our Northeast Winter Sale,” said Amtrak Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer Eliot Hamlisch in a statement. “Whether planning a trip to visit iconic cities like Washington D.C., New York, or Boston or exploring places in between, this offer makes it easy to book a comfortable and hassle-free journey where the travel experience is just as enjoyable as the destination.” 

Head to Amtrak’s Northeast Winter Sale site for more information.

* This article was originally published here