Columbia University is canceling the graduation ceremony that was to take place on May 15. The institution indicates that it made this decision based on the input and opinions of the student leaders. The university ensures that they, instead, focus their attention on class days and school-level ceremonies. “Based on your feedback, we have decided … Read more
The Police Department is investigating a series of bomb threats sent to several synagogues in the city. Governor Hochul spoke out on the matter, communicating that they are actively monitoring these threats. Governor Hochul responded to the situation in a post on X saying: “We will not accept people spreading fear and anti-Semitism. Those responsible … Read more
This Sunday is celebrated on May 5, a date that commemorates the victory of Mexico in the Battle of Puebla in 1862, against the French invaders. From the Mexican Consulate, they published an invitation to anyone who wants to celebrate this important date by attending the party organized at Times Quare. Celebrate May 5th! 🤩🇲🇽 … Read more
Hundreds of Mexicans showed their pride in their culture from the heart of the iconic Times Square in New York where they danced together this Thursday to the typical music of the state of Morelos to the rhythm of the band Tlayacapan BrĂgido SantamarĂa, the oldest in their country . . Mexicans and foreigners gave … Read more
Police have arrested several people in connection with a series of robberies in Central Park. According to the police, there have been 18 robberies in the park so far this year and four in one week. So far three suspects have been arrested. Kevin Taylor was arrested last Thursday in connection with a sex robbery. … Read more
The Rent Board held a preliminary vote on increases for tenants in approximately one million rent-stabilized apartments. Tenants were vocal about high rents even though the board tried to approve their preliminary decision, at a public meeting at LaGuardia Community College last night. They are considering an increase of 2 to 4.5 percent in a … Read more
_CNN_CH1@4302024_74554_PM_129680227_44684 "Mayor Eric Adams Urges Columbia University Protesters to Leave Immediately Before Situation Escalates")
Mayor Eric Adams and police officials urged Columbia University protesters to leave the building on the Morningside Heights site immediately “before the situation escalates,” at a news conference Tuesday night. “Perhaps some of the students involved do not understand what they are involved in,” said the mayor. “We urge them and everyone else who violates … Read more
This Monday the public review process began for a proposal that seeks to address homelessness in our city. This is the “City Of Yes For Housing Opportunity”, which would allow the creation of housing units through a series of zoning changes. As part of this process, Mayor Eric Adams met with working-class New Yorkers to … Read more
Almost two weeks after the protests at Columbia University began, negotiations between authorities and students continue. Camped on campus grounds, university students call on Columbia to stop investing in Israel and do business with companies they say are profiting from the war in the Middle East . A spokesperson from the university said that the … Read more
The Intrepid Museum in Manhattan is popular with many children and teenagers. It is an institution dedicated to American naval and military history in our city, and is located at Pier 86 at 46th Street on the Hudson River. In the Hell’s Kitchen area of ​​West Manhattan, the Intrepid Museum features exhibits, planes and spaceships … Read more