Powerball excitement sweeps NYC as jackpot rises to $1B
New Yorkers Excited About Powerball Tickets Residents of New York are buzzing with excitement over Powerball tickets, all eager for a shot at becoming the next big winner. An Astoria man recently picked up his ticket, making a move on what is now the sixth largest jackpot in the game’s history. “Of course I’m playing—$3 […]
Drinking, brawls, destruction — Unruly conduct at the U.S. Open exemplifies NYC at its best
A British friend made an observation at the US Open on Wednesday night that caught my attention. “Hmm, this feels very American,” they remarked. As world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz entered Arthur Ashe Stadium, the atmosphere felt reminiscent of a concert, complete with a fog machine. The crowd of 23,000 didn’t hold back their chatter […]
Former NYC Aviation chief accused by NYPD pilots of discrimination
NYPD Pilots Sue Former Aviation Unit Chief Three NYPD pilots, including those who trained military Black Hawk pilots, have accused their former commander of workplace discrimination and unsafe practices. Joseph Medina, Vlad Ravich, and David Ebright filed a lawsuit against Winston Fezon in Manhattan Supreme Court, seeking unspecified damages. They allege retaliation for raising safety […]
Vandals oppose Israel at luxury NYC building where New York Times executive editor Joe Kahn resides
Early Friday, someone splattered red paint at the entrance of a building in Ritzie Greenwich Village, where Joseph Kahn, the executive editor of the New York Times, resides. Police received a call just before 5 a.m. concerning the incident at 43rd and Fifth Avenue. Residents found red paint covering the stairs, walls, sidewalks, and lamps […]
Teenager in NYC with a history of trouble faces murder charges as a violent summer in the Bronx escalates.
Teen Arrested in Fatal Bronx Shooting A 15-year-old boy, identified as Daniel Martinez, has been arrested for his involvement in a deadly shooting this week amid a rise in violence in the Bronx. Authorities charged him with murder in connection with the death of 34-year-old Kelvin Moscare, which occurred outside the Bag Werne House on […]
US Open drink ‘The Watermelon Slice’ creating a buzz in NYC
Serve M Up! The US Open has introduced a new drink that’s making waves—watermelon slices mixed with champagne and elderflower liqueur, all served in a quirky $39 cup. These refreshing drinks are served in bright neon green glasses shaped like tennis balls. The concoction includes Moet & Chandon champagne, fresh watermelon juice, a splash of […]
Exploring the unpolished, secret NYC music hub where Madonna and The Strokes developed their style—and where artists continue to seek rehearsal space
The Hidden Music Hub of Times Square Thrives On Long before Times Square transformed into a landscape of glass towers and flashing LEDs, it was a vibrant cultural hotspot where many renowned artists walked, sang, and even resided. Among these was the Musical Building—a key hub for recording studios that has shaped the auditory landscape […]
Eric Adams once more rejected public matching funds in his NYC mayoral campaign as Zohran Mamdani and Curtis Sliwa receive millions.
Mayor Adams Denied Public Matching Funds for Re-Election Mayor Eric Adams once again faced a setback regarding public matching funds for his re-election campaign. During the board meeting on Thursday, CFB Chairman Frederick Schaffer announced that Adams’ independent candidacy would not qualify for public funding under the city’s 8-1 matching program, primarily due to previously […]
Jewish activists claim that NYC teachers’ union accepts antisemitism
Criticism of Teachers’ Federation Over Anti-Semitism Response Jewish educators and activists are expressing strong discontent with the Teachers’ Federation leadership for failing to adequately combat anti-Semitism within New York City’s public schools. They are particularly upset with the Federation’s endorsement of mayoral candidate Zoran Mamdani, known for supporting boycotts against Israel. One educator has even […]
Cuomo says Trump will go after NYC if Mamdani is elected, while he points fingers at the bail reforms he implemented as governor.
Former Governor Andrew Cuomo asserted on Thursday that the election of Zoolan Mamdani as mayor could pave the way for President Trump to assert control over New York City. During an event in Harlem, where a woman had recently been killed by a stray bullet, Cuomo described Mamdani’s policies as potentially “literally dangerous” for city […]