Sinaloa Cartel Monitored Mexico City’s Cameras to Follow FBI Agents and Target Informants

The Sinaloa Cartel has been using a surveillance system in Mexico City to track FBI agents operating in the country. They’ve also engaged in other hacking activities aimed at potential informants, some of whom have faced threats or worse. This information comes from the FBI’s report on their “Efforts to mitigate the impact of ubiquitous […]
New York City’s summer meal initiative provides halal food but does not include kosher choices.

The City Ministry of Education’s summer meal program offers a variety of halal options at over 25 locations across New York City. However, officials noted that kosher meals “must be ordered specially.” Breakfast and lunch are free for everyone under 18, regardless of whether they attend public or private schools, at numerous sites including schools, […]
New York City’s large $116 billion budget will strengthen e-bike enforcement and introduce a $10 million universal childcare trial.

Mayor Eric Adams Signs $116 Billion Budget with E-Bike Crackdowns On Friday, Mayor Eric Adams finalized a handshake agreement with the city council on a budget reaching approximately $116 billion. This budget includes stricter regulations on electronic bikes, as reported by sources. The interim budget aims to establish a “sustainable delivery sector,” which will allocate […]
Jim Cramer jokes that New York City’s rich might face danger if Mamdani becomes mayor.

Jim Cramer from CNBC humorously suggested that his co-host David Faber’s idea for lowering rents in New York City was to “stop all businesses and kick everyone out.” This light-hearted banter happened as they discussed the recent win of Zoran Mamdani in the Democratic mayoral primary. Faber and Cramer, who co-anchor “Squawk on the Street,” […]
Zohran Mamdani triumphs in New York City’s Democratic Mayoral Primary.

Mamdani Claims Victory in NYC Democratic Mayoral Primary In a surprising twist Tuesday night, Zohran Mamdani declared himself the winner of New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary, which has resulted in significant concessions from Andrew Cuomo, the former governor. It’s not every day a relatively unknown 33-year-old democratic socialist can lead over a seasoned politician […]
How a street vendor deceived some of New York City’s top art collectors

In a dimly lit Jean-Georges restaurant, or perhaps lounging on a Turkish pillow at Carlisle’s gallery, the atmosphere is palpable. Scandals and their associated personalities seem to be growing. Clashes are bound to happen. Yet, even today, more than fifteen years after his departure from the illustrious Nordler Gallery in Manhattan and a highly publicized […]
Survey indicates Mamdani surpassing Cuomo in New York City’s ranked choice primary

Democratic Primary Polls Show Shifts in NYC Mayoral Race A recent poll released on Monday highlights a significant development in the Democratic primary for New York City mayor. Left-handed candidate Zohran Mamdani has surpassed former Governor Andrew Cuomo in the early stages of ranked choice voting. Currently, Cuomo holds a narrow lead of just 3 […]
Numerous derelict boats scattered along New York City’s shorelines

Cleanup Efforts for Abandoned Boats in NYC’s Waterways For many, one of the highlights of life can be the day a man removes a boat. For the city, however, it often signals a bigger problem. New York City is currently grappling with over 500 rusting and deteriorating boats scattered across its waterways, some being there […]
New York City’s Democratic Leaders Aim to Include Undocumented Individuals in the Census

Concerns Rise Over New York Democrats and 2030 Census Democrats in New York are reportedly working to increase the city’s representation in Congress and federal funding by including undocumented immigrants in the upcoming 2030 census. A coalition of elected officials, community leaders, and activists in New York City is focusing on the census as a […]
This Bay Area city’s 50 years of pension taxes offers an important warning.

Financial Challenges of Oakland’s Pension System Similar to the exorbitant property taxes in Auckland, the situation in Oakland illustrates the heavy burden of funding employee pensions over the next 45 years. To manage these costs, the city plans to divide the collection process, which may have significant implications for property owners. This situation serves as […]