The Sun Sets on Puppy Shops in New York City
A law in New York now bans the sale of dogs and cats in pet stores across the state—and local establishments are closing their doors for good.
Neighbors Try to Curb Concerts at Famed Forest Hills Stadium
The biggest issues are noise, traffic, and unruly attendees.
Wildfires in Southern California: Angelenos Flee to Evacuation Centers
Go inside an evacuation center near the Palisades fire at Westwood Recreation Center.
This Pennsylvania County Lurched Further Right Than Anywhere in the Swing State
Donald Trump didn’t need to win Monroe County to win Pennsylvania, but he did it anyway.
As Inflation Soars, Turks Stockpile, Scrimp, and Seek Riskier Bets
In a volatile economy, citizens are rethinking everything from groceries to investments, turning to unconventional strategies to preserve their futures.
When Santa Gets Busy, USPS Delivers Holiday Magic with Operation Santa
Sometimes the North Pole gets so busy that Santa needs help fulfilling everyone's Christmas wishes.
Brussels Faces Local Election Void Amid Complex EU Political Landscape
Brussels is the home of the EU's political activity, yet its municipal elections in October lacked the same level of engagement.
Safe Shelter Act Would Increase Beds for Single Domestic Violence Survivors
The SAFE Shelter Act has passed both the Senate and Assembly and is now awaiting Gov. Hochul’s signature.
How Will New York City’s ‘Red Shift’ Shape Democratic Mayoral Campaigns?
Following President-elect Donald Trump’s increase in votes across New York City, Democratic leaders are split on how mayoral campaigns should run in 2025.
How a Café is Tackling the Disability Employment Crisis
The employment situation for people with disabilities in New York City is dire, advocates say.
New York’s First Regulated ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Holiday Shopping Season Kicks Off
Most Buy Now, Pay Later users are young Millennials and Gen Zers from low-to-middle-income households.
South Korea’s LGBTQ Milestone Sparks Christian Pushback
In South Korea, LGBTQ+ visibility faces resistance from religious and political forces despite growing youth support.