Central bank keeps rates unchanged but experiences first split among board members in thirty years
The Federal Reserve has decided to keep its short-term interest rates steady at 4.25% to 4.5%, but this time there was notable dissent among committee members for the first time in over three decades. Nine members of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to maintain the current rates. However, two members, Michelle Bowman and […]
New Yorkers grieve for a fallen hero, but Zohran Mamdani is not among them.
Gotham has lost a heroic figure. Officer Didalur Islam was the first victim of an attack perpetrated by a man in a Midtown office building on Monday. The assailant, Shonen Tamra, ended up taking the lives of three others before taking his own, after injuring a fourth person. While officers are not currently on duty, […]
AOC and Zohran Mamdani Hold the Top Approval Ratings Among New York Democrats
A poll conducted by a pro-Palestinian organization reveals that a significant number of Democratic voters in New York City support the pro-Palestinian stance of mayoral candidate Zoran Mamdani. “The dam has broken. Zoran Mamdani’s ability to mobilize new voters with a strong platform advocating for Palestinian rights should serve as a wake-up call,” a statement […]
Four hospitals in the NYC area rank among the top in the latest US News assessments.
NYC Hospitals Shine in US News Annual Rankings Four hospitals in the New York City area have made it onto the national top 20 list in the latest “Honor Roll” from US News & World Report, which highlights medical centers excelling in high-quality care. Presbyterian Hospital, New York, Mount Sinai Hospital, NYU Langone Health, and […]
What are ‘aisle lice’? The issue affecting air travel — and you might be among them
Anyone who’s flown knows that chaotic moment when the plane lands and everyone rushes to the aisle to get off first. It’s quite the sight, really. These eager beavers have even earned the nickname “passenger lice.” Honestly, if you don’t have a tight connection, it can come off as rude to push past those in […]
Bill Clinton Among Those Who Contributed Letters to Epstein’s Birthday Book
Epstein’s Birthday Letters Unveiled According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, former President Bill Clinton and other high-profile figures were part of a group that sent birthday letters to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who died in 2003. The report discusses a “leather tied album” specifically made for Epstein’s birthday, which included various […]
Trump’s support declines among independents, approval drops to 37 percent
A recent survey indicates that President Trump’s approval rating has hit the lowest mark of his second term. According to the latest Gallup poll, only 37% of U.S. adults approve of his performance since taking office. This represents a drop from 40% in June, 43% in May, and 44% in April. Overall, Trump’s approval has […]
Bryson DeChambeau’s ‘awkward interaction’ with a ball spotter at the British Open splits opinions among fans
Bryson DeChambeau found himself in the spotlight after a moment at the British Open last week. A clip shared by CBS Golf, titled “An unpleasant exchange between Bryson DeChambeau and the open ball spotter,” shows him inquiring about the location of his ball in the Royal Portrush rough. When staff pointed out the area, he […]
Economic factors, rather than cultural changes, are responsible for the decrease in drinking among Gen Z.
Interestingly, while the global alcohol market is facing a downturn, recent insights indicate that Gen Z adults are actually increasing their drinking habits. According to data from IWSR, which provides analytics, the consumer base of Gen Z (those of legal drinking age to 27) rose from 66% in April 2023 to 73% in March 2025. […]
NYC cyclist remembered as a champion for safe streets among 2 killed by a driver
A grieving family shared their sadness on Sunday. Kevin Scott Crookshank, 55, was getting ready for the NYC Century Bike Tour, which he was set to join this September after taking a six-year break. Tragically, he was struck by a driver of a stolen Chevy Malibu, who was speeding through median traffic on Manhattan’s Bowery […]