The last journey? NYC horse carriage drivers raise concern as Mamdani seeks to end the traditional industry
New York City Council to Vote on Ending Horse-Drawn Carriages For over 160 years, horse-drawn carriages have been a familiar sight in Central Park. However, this Thursday, the New York City Council is set to vote on a proposal that could put an end to this long-standing tradition. This legislation, referred to as Romanch’s Law, […]
Mamdani’s agreement on banning horse carriages in NYC raises concerns for drivers about potential losses
Horse-Drawn Carriages Face Ban in NYC A longstanding tradition is at risk in New York City as horse carriage operators express concerns about the potential fallout of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s plan to phase out their industry. Mayor Mamdani, alongside City Council Speaker Julie Menin, recently announced a tentative agreement to eliminate horse-drawn carriages in the […]
Horse farm owner found guilty of murder and given a life sentence
Florida Woman Convicted of Murdering Boyfriend A woman from Florida has been found guilty of murdering her boyfriend and subsequently burying him in a shallow grave. Caylen Deller, 32, was charged with first-degree murder following the death of Chad Mullen, her on-again, off-again partner, in September 2024. Prosecutors allege that Deller killed Mullen at her […]
Lawmakers criticize activists dubbed ‘Trojan horse’ who were removed from a hearing on foreign influence
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In interviews with lawmakers from the House Foreign Affairs Committee, concerns were raised about a network of activists, nonprofits, and social media influencers accused of promoting foreign adversaries’ messages within American democracy. This issue gained attention during a hearing on covert foreign influence operations when Medea Benjamin, co-founder of CodePink, and two […]
New World Screwworm Discovered in Horse Close to Texas-Mexico Border
New World Screwworm Detected in Texas County For the first time this century, a horse in a Texas border county has been discovered with an infestation of the New World screwworm (NWS). Officials from the U.S. Equestrian Federation confirmed that the screwworm was found on the hind leg of a working horse in Presidio County, […]
Loose horse prompts large police reaction in Santa Fe
A horse that escaped caused quite a stir in Santa Fe, leading to a large police operation to manage the situation. This incident took place just prior to the Desfile de La Gente festival in New Mexico on Sunday. A team comprising Santa Fe Police Motors, Bicycle Officers, Animal Services, UAS Drone Operators, and some […]
Daughter of a 9/11 victim starts a nonprofit for veterans using horse therapy
Remembering William Lawrence Fallon Jr. on the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 “I’m getting out. I’m coming home.” Those were the last words spoken by William Lawrence Fallon Jr. before he tragically lost his life in the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center, 25 years ago. At just 38 years old, he was working as […]
Teen who died in Central Park horse carriage accident was full of joy just before tragedy: video
Tragic Incident in Central Park Following Graduation Celebration A young man tragically passed away after being thrown from a carriage in Central Park, just moments after joyfully celebrating his high school graduation with family. Recently released video footage captures the excitement of Romansh Mahajan, 18, as he hopped into the carriage with his mother and […]
Teen who died in Central Park carriage horse accident was on family’s first trip to the US
An 18-year-old tourist lost his life in a horse-drawn carriage accident during his first visit to the United States, where he was excitedly exploring Central Park with his family. Romanchi Mahajan had just arrived from India with his parents and younger brother for a three-day trip when the horse unexpectedly spooked, resulting in them being […]
Support for horse carriage ban grows after tragic death of young tourist
Discussion on Horse-Drawn Carriage Ban Intensifies After Tragic Accident The City Council is considering a ban on horse-drawn carriages following the unfortunate death of an 18-year-old Indian tourist in Central Park this week. Some council members believe this incident—thought to be the first death of a passenger during a carriage ride in recent memory—could be […]