Karlie Kloss praises ‘amazing couple’ Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce after wedding The singer and NFL player, both 36, tied the knot at New York’s Madison Square Garden on July 3. Evening Standard · Jul 28
Rematch to take place in New York's 3rd Congressional District — one of 23 Democratic-held districts that President Donald Trump (R) won in 2024 Incumbent Rep. Tom Suozzi (D) and Michael LiPetri Jr. (R/Conservative Party) are running in the general election for New York's 3rd Congressional District on Nov. 3, 2026. Ballotpedia · Jul 28
New York weather today: Mayor Zohran Mamdani urges residents to prepare, check travel advisory New York City and the Northeast face a flood watch from a powerful storm. Heavy rainfall is expected, potentially causing life-threatening flash flooding across the region. Hundreds of flights have already been canceled and delayed at major airports. City and state officials urge residents to avoid travel and stay vigilant.… The Economic Times · Jul 28
A Year After the Wildfires, L.A. Homelessness Spikes Plus: A new lawsuit challenges New York's rent freeze, a study affirms new supply helps everyone, and the battle between data centers and clouded leopards. Reason · Jul 28
Portrait of a City review – master photographers capture the US cityscape in all its grime, grit and glory Era-defining photographs from the likes of Alfred Stieglitz, Saul Leiter and Dorothea Lange showcase the urban landscape, from midnight crime scenes to gloomy corridors The Guardian - UK · Jul 28
Foreign buyers seem to be following Zohran Mamdani's cue — and fleeing American real estate Foreign homebuying is near record lows, National Association of Realtors data reveals, and New York isn't even in the top five anymore. Fortune · Jul 28
New York Attorney General Urges Congress to Tighten Cryptocurrency Oversight, Warns Proposed Federal Bill Would Weaken State Enforcement New York Attorney General Letitia James has urged Congress to strengthen federal oversight of cryptocurrency markets, arguing that existing gaps leave consumers vulnerable to fraud and financial losses. In testimony submitted to the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, James said cryptocurrency scams have cost Americans billions of dollars and noted… The Free Financial Advisor · Jul 28
In 1890, one man released 60 birds in New York Central park. 135 years later, there are 200 million of them across America How 60 birds became 200 million starlings: European starlings, numbering 200 million, trace their lineage to a 1890 Manhattan release. Eugene Schieffelin introduced sixty birds, which then multiplied rapidly across the continent. These adaptable birds outcompete native species and cause significant agricultural damage annually. The popular Shakespeare myth surrounding their… The Economic Times · Jul 28
New York City flash floods: Heavy rain triggers warnings, hundreds of flights canceled New York City and surrounding parts of the Northeast are bracing for heavy rain and possible life-threatening flash flooding, with authorities warning of hazardous travel, flooded roads and major disruptions through Wednesday morning. The Times of India · Jul 28
Ceviche and Raw Black Clams Were the Common Thread, and the Hepatitis A Vaccine Prevents This A hepatitis A outbreak tied to raw black clams hospitalized 25 of 30 people. Vaccination within two weeks of exposure can still prevent illness. Medical Daily · Jul 28
What Type of Water Filtration and Conditioning System Do You Need for Your Household Water Supply? Municipal water supplies are considered safe in the US. But that doesn’t mean the water is absolutely pure. While authorities monitor and regulate more than 90 types of water contaminants, thousands of others may still be present in trace amounts or go unregulated. These may include lead, chlorine, chloramine, microplastics,… inkl · Jul 28
Spider-Man: Brand New Day review – This is the best Spider-Man movie in more than 20 years 4/5 Tom Holland’s web-slinger – finally New York-based and fighting on a street level – has never been more authentic to the source material than in his fourth solo go-round, and the entire franchise is better for it The Independent UK · Jul 28
Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, Sergey Brin, Larry Page and more: Tech billionaires are flocking to America's second-most expensive metro area and it's not California or New York Tech billionaires such as Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, Sergey Brin, and Larry Page are among high-profile names who are flocking to Miami despite soaring costs in the US city. Tax proposals in California and New York are pushing billionaires to Florida. No state income tax, warm weather, international travel connections… The Economic Times · Jul 28
Ex-NYC Mayor Clashes With Fox News Anchors After Backing Mamdani's 'War Criminal' Label for Netanyahu Former NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio defended Zohran Mamdani's criticism of Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him a 'war criminal' during a tense Fox News interview, sparking debate over Israel's actions in Gaza. International Business Times UK · Jul 28
Medical Daily · Jul 28 Staffing Ratios Drove Nearly Every Nurse Labor Dispute of the Past Decade, Including the One Just Settled on Long Island Staffing was the top demand in 89% of 107 U.S. nurse strikes. Long Island nurses just won enforceable staffing language.
The Times of India · Jul 28 In 2012, New York pumped 375,000 cubic yards of harbor sand onto a vanishing Jamaica Bay island; 44 acres of salt marsh returned Jamaica Bay's salt marsh islands are being restored using dredged sand. The Yellow Bar Hassock Island project successfully rebuilt a vital natural defense. This restoration effort added significant acreage and marsh habitat to the island. Wildlife returned quickly, indicating the wetland's successful functioning. This nature-based approach serves as a model…
International Business Times UK · Jul 28 Widow Who Buried Husband on Christmas Eve Breaks Down Over Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Gift Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's $2 million donation to Answer The Call deeply impacted families of fallen New York first responders, highlighting the emotional significance of their generous gesture.
International Business Times UK · Jul 28 Mamdani's Searchable Property Database Criticised Over Fears That It Could Put Wealthy Homeowners at Risk Critics say Mayor Zohran Mamdani's searchable property database could expose wealthy New York homeowners to harassment and security risks.
Benzinga · Jul 28 Kalshi's Flight-Cancellation Betting Is Back— Now Restricted to JFK And Blocked From Anyone Who Could Cause a Crash Kalshi revived its controversial flight-cancellation market with a restricted contract tied to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport, weeks after security concerns forced the prediction-market operator to pause wider wagering.
International Business Times UK · Jul 28 NYC Women Earn Up to $30,000 a Month Renting Out Wardrobes to Strangers via Peer-to-Peer App Pickle New York women are turning their wardrobes into serious side businesses on peer-to-peer app Pickle, with some earning up to $30,000 a month renting clothes and accessories.
The Guardian - US · Jul 28 Mary Beth Barone on provocative jokes, Palestine and manosphere misogyny: ‘It’s hard to stomach that those are my co-workers’ The comedian and actor’s new Netflix special is a gleefully absurd take on politics and potty-mouthed humor
The Economic Times · Jul 28 New York weather today: NYC could get soaked by more than 4 inches of rain as ‘unusually powerful’ summer storm puts New York on flash flood alert New York City weather: New York City and the Lower Hudson Valley are expected to get heavy rainfall on Tuesday, with the National Weather Service warning of the potential for severe thunderstorms. Forecasters have warned of flash flooding, damaging winds and even possible tornadoes in New York, adding that the…
Benzinga · Jul 28 Chuck Schumer Vows to Block Trump's Push to Rename Penn Station, Says Landmark Needs to Be 'Rebuilt,' Not 'Rebranded' Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) pushed back against a reported effort to rename New York’s Penn Station after President Donald Trump, arguing the transportation hub’s priority should be modernization rather than a name change.
Benzinga · Jul 28 Kevin O'Leary Slams NYC Mayor Mamdani's 30% Grocery Discount Plan, Warning Stores Will Lose Money On 'Every Single Sale': 'Who Will Pay for Those Losses?' New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani on Monday unveiled a plan to offer a 30% discount on essential groceries at five city-backed grocery stores, prompting criticism from “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O’Leary, who said taxpayers would ultimately bear the cost.
Bangkok Post · Jul 28 J&J reaches sweeping talc product settlement NEW YORK - Johnson & Johnson has announced that it will pay an estimated $5.5 billion to resolve tens of thousands of lawsuits alleging its baby powder and other talc products cause ovarian cancer, in a landmark deal that could end a contentious legal battle that has dogged the company…