SELECT LANGUAGE BELOW

Nonprofit leaders transformed the historic Park Avenue Armory into a ‘private club’ at the expense of taxpayers, according to the community.

Nonprofit leaders transformed the historic Park Avenue Armory into a 'private club' at the expense of taxpayers, according to the community.

The leader of the nonprofit organization managing the Park Avenue Armory on the Upper East Side seems to have turned it into something akin to “his country club.” This 145-year-old structure, run by the 7th Regiment Armory Reserve, frequently hosts high-profile events, such as exclusive fashion show afterparties that draw in celebrities like Giorgio Armani, […]

In Gaza, Israel has transformed food assistance into a deadly situation.

In Gaza, Israel has transformed food assistance into a deadly situation.

Tragic Loss Amidst Conflict My cousin, Sammy Mohammad Hirmi Almadoon, was only 18 when Israeli soldiers reported they had killed him at a food aid site in Khan Yunis, located in southern Gaza. He was simply a young man searching for food—a mundane act that ultimately led to his tragic end. The reality is far […]

Veteran NYC principal ‘Creepy Bill’ assaulted 17-year-old student, staff, and transformed school into a ‘sexual playground’: lawsuit

Veteran NYC principal 'Creepy Bill' assaulted 17-year-old student, staff, and transformed school into a 'sexual playground': lawsuit

New Allegations Against NYC Principal William Bussell, the principal of the Academy of American Studies in Queens, is facing serious new allegations following a recent arrest. He’s been accused of turning public schools into “sexual playgrounds,” with a focus on inappropriate behavior toward both students and teachers. Since 2011, Bussell, 66, has been implicated in […]

The complex election: How Trump transformed disorder into success

The complex election: How Trump transformed disorder into success

Rube Goldberg and Trump’s Comeback In today’s unpredictable political climate, maybe we can just let ourselves “do something fun.” One way to view this is through a cartoonist’s unique take on Donald Trump’s 2024 political resurgence, which he’s depicted as a convoluted contraption. Rube Goldberg, born on July 4, 1883, is known for his intricate […]

How Trump’s social media team transformed communication for presidents

How Trump's social media team transformed communication for presidents

Reflections on Digital Strategy at the White House It seems like a common reaction among many when they see certain posts. “Did the White House really just share that?”—the answer has often been yes. Serving as the Director of Digital Content during Donald Trump’s presidency was a significant period for me. Right from the start, […]

The world has transformed, and we now educate at home.

The world has transformed, and we now educate at home.

Homeschooling Reflections I attended traditional schooling as a child. It was mostly public schools, with some years spent in private institutions. My mom often dropped me off early, sometimes before daybreak. I would sit at my desk, feeling bored for hours. Lunchtime was a bit of a struggle; I’d down cartons of milk and whatever […]

NYC home transformed into an unauthorized mini-hotel featuring a soda machine

NYC home transformed into an unauthorized mini-hotel featuring a soda machine

A homeowner in Queens has allegedly turned his residence into an illegal Airbnb-like establishment, creating multiple units and even installing soda machines. Despite this, he has refused to settle a hefty $420,000 fine imposed when the authorities caught on, as stated in a recent lawsuit. Gurcharan Kaur reportedly hasn’t made any payments regarding the accusation […]

‘Hamilton’ transformed Broadway a decade ago like nothing else has since.

'Hamilton' transformed Broadway a decade ago like nothing else has since.

Reflecting on the first week of previews a decade ago, Hennessy recognized that “Hamilton” was something out of the ordinary. This wasn’t the standard affair with just Pinot Grigio and martinis. Instead, the evening was marked by the presence of the French cognac, favored by many artists in the hip-hop world. The lavish party for […]