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NFL Strength of Schedule Rankings for 2026, Done the Right Way

With the 2026 NFL schedule having been unveiled in its entirety, we rank each team’s strength of schedule by looking forward, not back.

Sports Illustrated · May 18

Flood watch weather update: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland set to receive more rains, flash floods warning issued

Torrential rain inundated parts of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Maryland on Monday night. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency, urging people to stay indoors.

The Economic Times · May 18

In 2024, A New York homeowner was mowing the lawn and strange “baseballs” in the grass revealed an Ice Age Mastodon jaw beneath the yard

During a routine lawn mowing session in Orange County in 2024, a homeowner made a remarkable discovery that reshaped their understanding of local history. What seemed like strange debris beneath the grass turned out to be ancient mastodon teeth. Intrigued, scientists from the New York State Museum and SUNY Orange…

The Economic Times · May 18

Third time wasn’t the charm for Manhattan prosecutors as Weinstein’s SA case collapses but the DA vows to keep fighting

Harvey Weinstein’s latest New York rape trial just ended in a mistrial for the third time, leaving Manhattan prosecutors empty-handed but still vowing to keep fighting. Judge Curtis Farber declared the mistrial after the jury said it was deadlocked and couldn’t reach a unanimous verdict on whether Weinstein raped aspiring…

The Mary Sue · May 17

‘Girl Did You Sign This?’: Woman’s Lease Is About To Expire. Then She Finds Out The Bank Can Force Her To Pay Thousands More

A New York City woman who just finished 36 monthly payments on a Jeep lease says the bank told her she could still owe thousands of dollars after she hands back the keys. The bank explained that it would send the vehicle to auction after her lease expires, and if…

Motor1 · May 17

New York lawyer explains why working in food service is an employment advantage: ‘It’s Game of Thrones’

Working in the service industry is challenging, and Atty. James Sexton from New York values the experience to the point that he’s turned it into a hiring requirement at his lawfirm. Particularly, he only hires those who have experience in the food service industry. “For any position at my firm,…

The Mary Sue · May 17

New York woman notices her cows acting strange. They were secretly protecting duck eggs

Cows are herd animals known to protect their own. They’re generally peaceful mammals that get along with other animals, but they’re not exactly known for nurturing other species. Courtney from New York (@thescreamingcowfarm) caught her cows acting strange one day, and she couldn’t believe why. “What is the matter?” she…

The Mary Sue · May 17

Most Latino Families Fall Short of What It Really Costs to Live in New York City

New York City still pulls many Latinos like a magnet. But new research shows that for most Hispanic families who already live there, the numbers simply don't add up. Even as a smaller group of Latinos builds successful businesses and careers, the majority are falling far short of what it…

Latin Times · May 17

Gran Premio New York City: Sebastián Brenes Mata scorches sprint for second victory of the season

Costa Rican winner and second-placed Jérôme Gauthier sail past Wilmar Paredes in final uphill metres

Cycling News · May 17

LIRR Strike Prompts Shuttle Bus Service: See the Route Map and Cheat Sheet for Monday's Commute

With Long Island Rail Road service fully suspended due to the strike, the MTA is running limited shuttle buses and pointing riders to buses, subways and low‑cost options to reach New York City. Here's a quick guide for Monday's commute.

Latin Times · May 17