What is Legionnaires’ disease? Viral outbreak affects Upper East Side
Visitors to Central Park on the Upper East Side are being advised to be vigilant for symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease, which has been reported in several locations and can be life-threatening. As of Sunday, 14 individuals have been diagnosed with this pneumonia-like illness at Carnegie Hall and in Yorkville, a significant increase from just two […]
Starship Technologies shifts 1,200 campus robots to grocery delivery services
The little white robots that used to glide around university campuses delivering everything from lattes to late-night snacks are changing gears. Starship Technologies has announced that it’s scaling back its U.S. campus operations and shifting over 1,200 robots to deliver groceries and hot meals in urban areas across the U.S. and Europe. If you’ve spotted […]
Seth Rollins contests Roman Reigns for the World title at SummerSlam
Last week, wrestling fans were given a stark reminder about the reality of their favorite superstars approaching the end of their careers rather than the beginning. It started during “Monday Night Raw,” where Seth Rollins took the spotlight in the final segment to challenge Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship at SummerSlam. I mean, […]
Marriage advice: My husband is disregarding his doctor’s cautions. It could be a matter of life or death.
Dear Prudence is Slate’s advice column.Submit questions here. Dear Prudence, I’m struggling with my anger toward my husband over a healthcare decision he’s made. He’s 70 and recently diagnosed with intermediate-stage prostate cancer, but thankfully, tests show it hasn’t spread. He’s considering surgery to remove the prostate but wants to delay it for a year. […]
The Stock Market Is Sending a Rare Warning Signal. Here’s What History Tells Us Will Happen Next.
Important points The stock market is doing quite well, although many investors are feeling anxious. S&P 500 valuations are hitting new highs, which can carry some risks. Choosing the right investments can contribute to long-term profitability. This year has certainly been eventful for the stock market. The major indexes have just wrapped up their strongest […]
Colorado bill on misgendering defines deadnaming as a form of coercive control
Child Custody Bill Controversy in Colorado Manny Lutinel, a state representative aligned with far-left views and currently running for Congress in Colorado’s 8th District, has voted in favor of a bill that instructs courts to consider pronoun usage when deciding child custody cases. The proposed legislation, known as the Kelly Loving Act, specifically addresses terms […]
Carteret Fire Department vessel capsized after hitting a whale in Raritan Bay
Whale Strikes New Jersey Fire Department Boat A whale collided with a boat from the New Jersey State Fire Department on Friday, prompting firefighters to abandon ship while returning from a Fourth of July patrol in New York Harbor. Officials reported that the 2nd Marine Corps unit was heading back to Carteret at around 4:30 […]
No cuts for the CIA’s DEI office — for now
In the recent 2024 election, President Trump secured a victory by vowing to dismantle the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives established during Biden’s presidency. He labeled these programs as both “illegal and immoral.” Following this, the CIA and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) took steps to terminate 19 employees whose […]
Mamdani officials work to address worries about public supermarkets
The government led by Mamdani is trying hard to ease worries about the proposed city-owned supermarket, but recent discussions have raised even more concerns among local business owners, according to sources. Bodega owners from New York City gathered at City Hall last week for a “roundtable” organized by Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice, Julie Hsu. […]
Comparing the US and Belgium, forecast for World Cup Round of 16
SEATTLE — FIFA’s decision to reinstate Folarin Balogun on Sunday seemed to overshadow the upcoming match on Monday. During this game, there will be 21 players on the field, excluding the American striker, unless there’s another red card. This match is crucial for the U.S. national team, perhaps the most significant since their quarterfinal loss […]