Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, has unveiled an ambitious plan to offer free universal childcare to all children aged six weeks to five years, part of a sweeping progressive agenda dubbed “Zohranomics.” Mamdani argues that skyrocketing childcare costs are pushing families out of the city. He cites data showing thatContinue reading “NYC Mayoral Candidate Proposes Universal Childcare plan”
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Cuomo to re-enter the New York City mayoral race as an Independent
NEW YORK, July 13 (Reuters) – Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo plans to re‑enter the New York City mayoral race this November — not as a Democrat, but on an independent “Fight and Deliver” ticket – positioning himself against both the Democratic nominee, Zohran Mamdani, and other independents, including incumbent Mayor Eric Adams. Cuomo, 67,Continue reading “Cuomo to re-enter the New York City mayoral race as an Independent”
Progressive Challenger Zohran Mamdani Scores Upset Win in New York City Democratic Mayoral Primary
Progressive state lawmaker Zohran Mamdani won New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary on Tuesday, defeating former Governor Andrew Cuomo in a stunning upset that reshaped the city’s political landscape and signaled a growing generational and ideological shift within the Democratic Party. Mamdani, 33, a Democratic Socialist and two-term Assembly member from Queens, secured a leadingContinue reading “Progressive Challenger Zohran Mamdani Scores Upset Win in New York City Democratic Mayoral Primary”
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos seen warming up to Trump Administration
Jeff Bezos, executive chairman of Amazon and founder of Blue Origin, has taken significant steps this month to improve ties with former President Donald Trump, a move analysts say is intended to secure policy and contract advantages for his space company. According to The Wall Street Journal, Bezos spoke with Trump at least twice inContinue reading “Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos seen warming up to Trump Administration”
NYPD ANNOUNCES RECORD LOW SHOOTINGS AND MURDERS FOR THE FIRST FIVE MONTHS OF 2025
New York, New York – Police Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch today announced that from January 2025 through May 2025, New York City experienced the lowest number of shootings and murders in recorded history and set the record for the lowest number of shootings and murders in May. New York City also experienced the safest Memorial DayContinue reading “NYPD ANNOUNCES RECORD LOW SHOOTINGS AND MURDERS FOR THE FIRST FIVE MONTHS OF 2025”
US Judge temporarily blocked Trump from withholding NY Transportation Funds
A U.S. federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from withholding transportation funds from New York over the state’s controversial congestion pricing program, siding with state and city officials who argued the move was politically motivated and legally flawed. U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman in Manhattan granted a temporary restraining order barring theContinue reading “US Judge temporarily blocked Trump from withholding NY Transportation Funds”
Mexican Ship Crashes into Brooklyn Bridge
A collision between a Mexican Navy vessel and the Brooklyn Bridge has prompted a federal investigation and raised questions about maritime safety protocols in one of New York City’s busiest waterways. The incident occurred on May 10, 2025, when the Mexican naval ship, identified as the ARM Reforma, struck one of the bridge’s support piersContinue reading “Mexican Ship Crashes into Brooklyn Bridge”
Brooklyn Protests Over Israeli Minister’s Visit
Tensions erupted across Brooklyn this week following the controversial visit of Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to the borough. The visit, which took place from April 24 to April 28, sparked widespread protests, counter-demonstrations, and heated debates over U.S.-Israel relations, Palestinian rights, and the broader Middle Eastern geopolitical landscape. While the Israeli government hailed the tripContinue reading “Brooklyn Protests Over Israeli Minister’s Visit”
Global markets plummet due to new tariffs imposed
Global financial markets experienced one of their sharpest declines since the pandemic crash of 2020 following the announcement of sweeping new tariffs by the U.S. government. On Monday, the Trump administration revealed that it would be imposing new tariffs across nearly all sectors of the economy, including technology, triggering widespread investor panic and a sell-offContinue reading “Global markets plummet due to new tariffs imposed”
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