New York City during the 1980s and 1990s witnessed a wave of intense AIDS activism, marked by large protests directed largely at Mayor Rudy Giuliani for his perceived indifference to the epidemic. Demonstrators confronted the administration at town halls and engaged in acts of civil disobedience at City Hall that frequently resulted in mass arrests, … Read more
New York City voters are participating in the final weekend of early voting, with more than 115,000 ballots cast across the five boroughs as of Saturday, according to the New York City Board of Elections. Mayor Zohran Mamdani joined residents at the polls, casting his ballot at the Metropolitan Museum of Art as the city … Read more
Gjergj, a patient at Silver Lake Specialized Care Center on Staten Island, arrived at the facility a year ago requiring a breathing tube, a feeding tube, and a catheter. Thanks to the care provided by the staff, he has since made a significant recovery and is expected to return home soon. Despite these clinical successes, … Read more
King Charles III and Queen Camilla concluded a day of engagements in Latest York City on Wednesday with an appearance at The King’s Trust Global Gala held at Christie’s in Midtown. Royal Support for Youth Empowerment The fifth annual gala drew a mix of celebrities, leaders and supporters of The King’s Trust, an organization dedicated … Read more
The city of New York has long served as a key destination for the British Royal Family, with Queen Elizabeth II marking the last visit by a reigning British monarch in 2010. A Solemn Final Visit Queen Elizabeth II’s 2010 trip lasted five hours and was characterized by a solemn tone. During the visit, she … Read more
House Advances Landmark Kids’ Online Safety Bill: What’s Next? Washington D.C. – A significant step towards bolstering online safety for children was taken this week as the House Energy and Commerce Committee, chaired by Rep. Brett Guthrie (R-KY), advanced the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act (KIDS Act). The bill passed on a party-line vote, … Read more
Albany – New York State lawmakers are considering further restrictions on cooperation between state and federal immigration enforcement agencies, even as Governor Kathy Hochul has already proposed measures to curb such coordination. The push for more comprehensive limits comes amid concerns over potential constitutional violations and the impact of federal immigration policies on local communities. … Read more
Special elections held Tuesday evening resulted in the selection of new representatives for three state Legislature seats across Manhattan and Queens. The contests filled vacancies in the 36th Assembly District in Queens, the 74th Assembly District in Manhattan, and the 47th Senate District in Manhattan. 36th Assembly District in Queens Democrat Diana Moreno is projected … Read more
The Expanding Battleground: How Abortion Pill Lawsuits Could Reshape Healthcare Access A recent lawsuit in Texas, filed by a private citizen against California-based Dr. Rémy Coeytaux, marks a potentially seismic shift in the legal landscape surrounding abortion access. This case, stemming from Texas’s unique law allowing private citizens to sue abortion pill providers, isn’t an … Read more
Hawaii Stands Firm on Vaccine Schedules: A Sign of Shifting National Debate? Hawaii’s Department of Health (DOH) recently reaffirmed its support for the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) 2026 vaccine schedule, a move that highlights a growing divergence in recommended immunization practices. This isn’t just a local story; it’s a bellwether for a national conversation … Read more