Students and teachers praise New York’s phone ban in schools: ‘It’s the best thing that has happened’
New York schools are enforcing a statewide smartphone ban this academic year, which began on September 4th. This move has already sparked a mix of reactions from students, parents, and teachers. Some educators are praising the ban. A history teacher from Brooklyn Preparation High School mentioned, “My class has changed completely… I haven’t seen students […]
Mamdani enlists a star from ‘Gilded Age’ to express the ‘freakout’ response he received from New York’s wealthy elite.
Mamdani’s Campaign Taps into Wealth Perspectives Zohran Mamdani’s campaign recently responded to articles highlighting the sentiments of wealthy individuals toward the Democratic mayoral candidate in New York City. They enlisted the help of “The Gilded Age” star to deliver a “dramatic reading” of these articles. In videos Mamdani shared on Monday, actor Morgan Spector, who […]
Governors Island introduces New York’s first hybrid-electric ferry
Governor’s Island Unveils New Hybrid-Electric Ferry Governor’s Island is making strides in eco-friendly transportation. This week, the state launched its first hybrid-electric public ferry, marking a significant step forward. The ferry departed from lower Manhattan, heading toward various tourist and ecological destinations. Dubbed the “Harbor Charger,” this innovative vessel is designed to provide a quieter […]
Should New York’s $270B pension fund let go of Wall Street?
The Candidate for New York’s Chief Money Manager A candidate vying for the role of Chief Money Manager in New York has announced plans to pull the state’s extensive pension fund—currently the third largest in the US—away from Wall Street firms. Drew Warshaw is in the race for New York State Secretary, a position that […]
Troubling Developments for New York’s Overburdened Power Grid Amid Upcoming Green Building Requirements
Energy policy experts and some state officials indicate that New York is preparing to mandate that new buildings utilize electricity as their primary energy source. Starting in January 2026, the “All Electric Construction Law” will require most new constructions to mainly rely on electricity and prohibit gas appliances, with certain exceptions. Utility companies in New […]
New York’s ‘Defund The Police’ Democrats Unexpectedly Show Support for Officers
After the recent shooting incident at a Manhattan office building, several notable Democratic figures have re-evaluated their stance on police support. The attack resulted in four fatalities, including Didalle Islam, a 36-year-old NYPD officer and a father of two with a third child on the way. He had been working as a security guard for […]
Closed Albany restaurant favored by New York’s elite and politicians will reopen as a private social club.
Albany Restaurant Set to Reopen as Exclusive Dining Club Albany Restaurant, a long-standing establishment catering to New York’s political elite, plans to relaunch as a private member dining club in late 2025. Previously known as La Serre, the restaurant shut its doors in 2020, unable to recover from the impacts of the Covid-19 lockdown. Founder […]
New York’s three leading Democrats are staying out of the spotlight regarding Mamdani: George Pataki
Pataki Critiques NYC Democratic Leaders for Lack of Support on Mayoral Candidate Former New York Governor George Pataki accused the state’s leading Democratic figures of being evasive regarding their support for mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. During a recent broadcast, he expressed that Governor Kathy Hochul, Senator Chuck Schumer, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are, […]
Writers Guild urges New York’s attorney general to look into Colbert cancellation and Trump ‘bribe’
The Writers Guild of America, representing writers from both the East and West coasts, has reached out to New York Attorney General Letitia James, urging her to investigate CBS’s decision to cancel “Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” The guild is looking into whether or not writers from the Colbert show would be included in this […]
Understanding New York’s seldom-used fortune-telling law
New York Law Targets Fortune Telling Scams A troubling trend has emerged this week as several high-profile scams involving self-described fortune tellers captured media attention. These cases have highlighted obscure New York state laws designed to combat predatory practices within the realm of fortune telling. The intention behind this legislation is to safeguard individuals from […]