NextGen Acela train starts service Thursday, reaching speeds of 160 mph between NYC and Boston.
New High-Speed Amtrak Trains Launching Beginning Thursday, five new Amtrak trains will operate between Washington, DC, New York, and Boston, reaching speeds of up to 160 mph. The Nextgen Acela service has commenced from Union Station in Washington. There’s a goal from the U.S. Department of Transportation to restore this federal property to its former […]
Southwest passenger Livia Rombola files a lawsuit against the airline following the assault of NYC artist Leanna Perry at LaGuardia.
Passengers of Southwest Airlines have filed a lawsuit against the airline after being attacked by intoxicated travelers at LaGuardia Airport. They allege that the carrier’s “free-sitting policy” played a role in the incident. One of the plaintiffs, Libya Lombola, was on Southwest Flight 779 tied up in Kansas City, Missouri, when she became a target […]
Addressing Chinese interference in NYC elections is a refreshing shift from anti-Trump reporting – but uncertainties persist
China’s Influence in NYC Elections There’s been some intriguing coverage recently about how China is impacting the New York City elections. A team of nine reporters did a thorough job documenting how Chinese government agents allegedly helped defeat state senators who were associated with the Taiwanese president. The piece suggested that these agents established numerous […]
ICE criticizes NYC for letting go of Dominican man accused of child abuse
Following the release of a Dominican citizen accused of crimes involving children, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) criticized New York City’s sanctuary policies. Robert Reed Mendes Jimenez was arrested on August 13 for predatory offenses against a child. However, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) freed him after local authorities chose not to […]
Judge criticizes Andrew Cuomo for spending $20M of taxpayer money to seek ‘vindication’ in the NYC mayoral race while approving a $450K sexual harassment settlement.
Cuomo’s Legal Battles Criticized by New York Judge A New York judge sharply criticized former governor Andrew Cuomo for using taxpayer funds to defend himself against sexual harassment allegations. This strong rebuke came when Albany Supreme Court Judge Dennis Hartman dismissed the case brought by Cuomo’s former executive assistant, Brittany Comisso, who sought $450,000 from […]
Teen cancer survivor DJ Daniel joins Eric Adams’ NYC administration.
13-Year-Old Brain Cancer Survivor Named Deputy Mayor of Public Safety in NYC Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel, a 13-year-old brain cancer survivor, was sworn in as New York City’s Deputy Mayor of Public Safety on Tuesday. This event, presided over by President Trump previously, marked another significant achievement for the young teen. DJ, hailing from Houston, Texas, […]
Affordable NYC pickles are being transformed and marketed for influencers in these fashionable, tangy cocktails.
A bartender in New York City has taken pickles to a whole new level. Once a mainstay in budget-friendly delis, these crunchy, tangy snacks are now the stars of the cocktail scene. Just ask Selena Gomez, who recently celebrated her 33rd birthday with a Pickled Birthday Cake. Plus, there’s a growing recognition of the health […]
NYC renters affected by 2023 fire are still awaiting permanent housing
Approximately 250 residents in Queens, displaced by a devastating fire in 2023, are still without a permanent place to live, with insurance companies reportedly dragging their feet on claims, according to frustrated tenants and local officials. “It was an absolute bureaucratic nightmare,” expressed Lauren Koenig, one of many tenants affected by the five-alarm fire at […]
Captivating memoir by Stephen Siegel offers insight into the career of a prominent NYC dealmaker
Book Review: “From the Bronx to the Boardroom” by Stephen B. Siegel Typically, books authored by real estate leaders cater mostly to their family and friends, often limited to personal anecdotes that don’t reach a wider audience. But “From the Bronx to the Boardroom: Lessons from the Life of Commercial Real Estate” by Stephen B. […]
Robotaxis from Waymo test in NYC, but residents and former mayor urge caution: ‘Very unwise’
The future of transportation is making a grand entrance—sort of. The first unmanned Robotaxis have hit the streets of New York City as part of a testing initiative where human drivers are still in control. Yet, some locals are raising concerns, suggesting this leap in technology may be more trouble than it’s worth. Waymo is […]