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The much-anticipated congestion pricing scheme, which was going to impose substantial charges on drivers heading into the heart of Manhattan, was postponed indefinitely on Wednesday by New York Governor Kathy Hochul. Advocates for better transportation had hoped that the tolls would provide a financial lifeline for the financially troubled New...
Christopher Gregor, a 32-year-old father from New Jersey, was convicted of aggravated manslaughter and child endangerment in the tragic death of his 6-year-old son, Corey Micciolo. The case, which received widespread national attention due to its heartbreaking nature, concluded with an Ocean County jury delivering the verdict on Friday, May...
After barely two days of deliberation, the Manhattan jury found Trump guilty of all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, concluding the “hush money” trial that shook the nation. In the coming months, we will see what lies in store for former President and current candidate Donald Trump. According...
The Cricket World Cup is coming to Long Island, and so are lots of precautions. Nassau County, Long Island, has been selected to host the T20 Cricket World Cup, one of the biggest cricket events worldwide. However, recent commotion has caught the eye of local officials. According to Gothamist, a...
For people in politics, or any field that gains public awareness, embarrassing or controversial stories can be career-enders. Sometimes people go to extreme lengths to keep their secrets hidden. Is former President Donald Trump one of these people? As of 11:30 a.m. on May 29, that’s what 12 New Yorkers...
Pixar employees are bracing themselves for layoffs. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Pixar will be downsizing its workforce by 14%, affecting approximately 175 employees. Prior to these layoffs, Pixar employed around 1,300 workers. The Hollywood Reporter noted that Pixar employees were anticipating these layoffs due to prior notifications and recent...
The Israel-Gaza war has garnered international attention. Pro-Palestine and pro-Israel supporters have been seen in various countries, protests have been held, and everyone is in fear of what might happen next. Now, Gaza’s city of Rafah has gotten into the crosshairs of war. After being warned by President Biden that...
Buckle up, East Coast! This summer might be one wild ride. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), hurricane season might be more active than normal. If these predictions ring true, it’ll be a massive shift from the relatively calm summer of 2023. While cities and states have...
A recent initiative by the Biden administration aims to alleviate the financial strain of rising student loan debt by forgiving $7.7 billion in debts taken out by over 160,000 individuals. This relief is a result of the U.S. Department of Education’s efforts to enhance the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)...
In a historic development, the ICC is in the process of requesting arrest warrants for prominent members of the Israeli government and Hamas on allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity. After Hamas attacked Israel on October 7 and Israel responded militarily in Gaza, deadly fighting broke out, leading...
The United States has taken a significant humanitarian initiative by constructing a floating dock to deliver aid to the Gaza Strip, aiming to alleviate severe shortages of food, water, and medical supplies. Due to ongoing Israeli restrictions and heavy fighting, trucks with vital supplies used this newly built dock to...
Considering the growing danger from hypersonic weapons, the US and Japan have begun a historic joint endeavor to create a new missile defense system. In light of the recent military advancements by Russia, China, and North Korea, this united action represents a major step toward bolstering security in the area....
