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Juror in Avenatti’s NYC trial says her mind is made up, refuses to look at evidence

NEW YORK — A woman on the jury deliberating whether Michael Avenatti is guilty of stealing from Stormy Daniels has her mind made up and refuses to hash it out with fellow jurors or review evidence.

Tribune News Service · Feb 4, 2022

New York blows past New Jersey as top sports betting market

It’s official: New York is now the largest sports betting market in America after just four weeks of taking mobile bets

The Independent UK · Feb 4, 2022

NYPD honors whistleblower Frank Serpico — 50 years late

The New York Police Department has recognized Frank Serpico's service and injury in the line of duty more than 50 years later with an official certificate and inscribed medal of honor

The Independent UK · Feb 4, 2022

New York Senator Files 'Cannabis Container Bill of Rights' To Address 150M Tons Of Plastic Waste Annually

New York senator Michelle Hinchey filed legislation called “Cannabis Container Bill of Rights,” which pushes for recycling across the cannabis industry once retail sales officially begin, 

Benzinga · Feb 4, 2022

Yi Po International Could Become First China Tech IPO In U.S. Since Didi Debacle

Key Takeaways: Yi Po International has filed to make a modest IPO in New York, which could become the first tech offering by a Chinese firm in more than half a year The operator of smart parking systems looks well positioned to capitalize on China’s massive car market and acute…

Benzinga · Feb 4, 2022

Richard Johnson: Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck nervous about announcing their engagement

NEW YORK — Jennifer Lopez will soon marry Ben Affleck, but the muy caliente couple is leery of announcing their engagement.

Tribune News Service · Feb 4, 2022

New York-style plans unveiled for Nottingham bridge arches

The revamped facilities are planned to open next year

Nottingham Post · Feb 4, 2022

NY boosts medical marijuana access as legal pot market looms

New York’s much-anticipated legal pot shops could be a year away from opening

The Independent UK · Feb 4, 2022

Editorial: The president promises timely help in Eric Adams’ fight to reverse rising violent crime

Though there are more than enough guns and willing trigger-pullers already here to do plenty of damage for a long time, we can’t argue with Joe Biden that easy access to firearms via the Iron Pipeline is fueling death and destruction on New York streets, so we commend his promise…

Tribune News Service · Feb 4, 2022

Nike Cries Foul over Virtual Shoes, Suing Retailer that Sells Sneaker NFTs

Sneaker giant Nike sued online reseller StockX in New York federal court on Thursday for selling unauthorized images of Nike shoes, marking the latest lawsuit over digital assets known as non-fungible tokens. Nike said StockX's NFTs infringe its trademarks and are likely to confuse consumers.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 4, 2022