The Latest Breaking News from New York

New York woman didn’t believe doctor’s diagnosis and pushed to find she has breast cancer. Then she learns the law won’t let her hold him accountable

How do you define ‘harm’?

We Got This Covered · Aug 9

New York gas station offered customers a 20% discount, but only if they danced for the cashier: ‘Made us smile’

Customers showed off their moves.

We Got This Covered · Aug 9

Retired NYPD chief found dead in New York's Long Island pool after drowning

A retired New York City police chief died Friday after he was found unresponsive in the backyard pool of his Long Island home, police said.

The Times of India · Aug 9

In 2011, New York tried a simple way to beat peak summer heat by painting rooftops white; here’s how it helped cool cities

In a proactive initiative starting in 2011, volunteers in New York City painted rooftops white to tackle the challenges of urban heat. This innovative approach effectively decreased the absorption of sunlight, resulting in cooler indoor environments. By lowering indoor temperatures and minimizing air conditioning use, the widespread implementation of white…

The Economic Times · Aug 9

Mamdani sued after New York City mayor’s luxury second home tax causes ‘panic’

The lawsuit, which has ties to a Republican city council member and Mamdani’s past rivals, accuses the city of ignoring state law

The Independent UK · Aug 8

My First $1 Million: Entertainment Manager, 58, New York State

"We spent years paying rent and saving for our first home, so it is personally gratifying to see the next generation benefit from our hard work."

Kiplinger · Aug 8

New York authorities warn about gold bar scam targeting older adults

State’s attorney general says scammers have made off with more than $100m in past two years

The Guardian - US · Aug 8

Who’s winning New York City’s war on rats: rodents or trash bins?

City on track to record fewest reported rat sightings since pandemic as Mamdani’s ‘containerization’ program brings bins to boroughs

The Guardian - US · Aug 8

Super-rich complain but experts welcome Mamdani’s pied-à-terre tax

New York mayor’s policy set to generate revenue and address housing crisis despite outcry in some quarters

The Guardian - US · Aug 8

In 1910, a New York widow offered the state 10,000 acres and $1 million if it abandoned a planned prison and created a public park instead

A widow's generous offer prevented a prison complex in New York's Hudson Highlands. Mary Averell Harriman donated ten thousand acres and one million dollars for a park. This significant gift led to the creation of Harriman State Park. The park now spans nearly forty-eight thousand acres and offers extensive recreational…

The Times of India · Aug 8