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Reason · Jun 29

Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and Xander Zayas put promise to test in Brooklyn clash

Two of America’s brightest stars-in-waiting have been earmarked for greatness since adolescence. On Saturday, one will take a decisive step toward fulfilling that promise

The Guardian - US · Jun 26

Goldman, Espaillat lose New York primaries to Mamdani-backed challengers

Two House Democrats from New York City lost their reelection bids Tuesday to challengers backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a sign that the 34-year-old’s political capital remains high six months into his term. In the 10th District, based in Lower Manhattan and western Brooklyn, Brad Lander was…

Roll Call · Jun 23

New Yorkers vote as Democrats weigh competing visions in era of Trump

Democratic primary elections to test strength of party’s left flank as old guard faces string of challenges

The Guardian - US · Jun 23

"We don't serve genocide enablers, don’t ever come to Poetica": NYC coffee shop bans pro-Israel politician Dan Goldman, issues him refund

A Brooklyn coffee shop, Poetica Coffee, sparked a political firestorm by publicly shaming and refunding Congressman Dan Goldman's order, citing his stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict. The café's strong condemnation, calling him a 'genocide enabler,' drew sharp criticism for contradicting its own inclusive mission statement. Goldman responded by highlighting the…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

New York boy finds mom’s dead body with throat slit; ‘someone followed her home,’ says husband

A teenage boy made a horrifying discovery when he found his mother dead with her throat slit inside their Brooklyn home.

The Times of India · Jun 21

Pakistani-American businessman caught in $38,000,000 adult day care scam; Prosecutors say millions were hidden as 'laddu' payments

A Pakistani-American businessman, Pervez Siddiqui, and seven associates face charges for an alleged $38 million Medicaid fraud scheme. Prosecutors claim they submitted fraudulent reimbursement requests for services at two Brooklyn adult day care centers that were exaggerated or never provided. The scheme allegedly ran from 2019 to December 2025, with…

The Economic Times · Jun 19

Pakistani-American businessman charged in $38 million adult day care scam in Brooklyn; disguised funds as ‘laddu’ payments

A prominent Pakistani-American businessman and several associates have been accused of running a massive $38 million Medicaid fraud scheme through two Brooklyn adult day care centres, reports the New York Post.

The Times of India · Jun 18

'I didn’t realise how big ITV was! I just try and deliver analysis like I'm talking to my mum in her living room' Emma Hayes explains her punditry to FourFourTwo

ITV's Brooklyn set boasts a bespoke learning corner to fill those dastardly hydration breaks

FourFourTwo · Jun 18

Who Is Sarah Pidgeon? 'Love Story' Star Spotted Getting Cozy with Taylor Swift's Ex Joe Alwyn

Sarah Pidgeon and Joe Alwyn are reportedly dating after being seen kissing in Brooklyn. Pidgeon, known for her role in 'Love Story', has a promising acting career.

International Business Times UK · Jun 17