U.N. Adding Israel and Hamas to List of Countries and Groups That Harm Children
The report will be presented to members of the Security Council next week and released publicly on June 18, the…
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U.S. Fund for Nuclear Radiation Victims Set to Expire Amid Impasse in Congress
Lawmakers are looking for a way to extend the program to compensate victims of government-caused nuclear contamination who fell ill,…
$365 to Book a Table for 2 in New York? A New Law Could Stop That.
A bill passed by state lawmakers this week would prohibit third-party services from selling restaurant reservations without the restaurant’s approval.
Senate Democrats Face Calls for Broader Inquiries Into Supreme Court
They say their options are limited by the court’s status as a separate branch of government and deep Republican opposition.
Is New York’s Economy Too Fragile for Congestion Pricing? Many Say No.
Gov. Kathy Hochul said she halted the tolling plan because of New York City’s unstable economic recovery. Experts say the…
Saratoga Springs Will Host Belmont Stakes Amid Shifts in Horse Racing
The storied track is hosting the Triple Crown race as progress around safety and increased capital investment lift the battered…
Andy Cohen, Fran Lebowitz and Others Gather for Little Island Performance
Andy Cohen, Fran Lebowitz and hundreds more gathered at Little Island, Barry Diller’s one-of-a-kind park on the Hudson River, for…
White Politician Poised for Power Faces Hurdle in South Africa
As John Steenhuisen, who leads the second-largest party, negotiates for a place in the government, he must overcome perceptions that…
Closure of Philadelphia Art School Spurs Review by State Attorney General
The abrupt closure of the University of the Arts affects hundreds of faculty members and more than a thousand students.
Mike Pence Derailed His Political Career Opposing Trump. Can He Revive It?
The former vice president wants to climb back to relevance as a keeper of the flame for traditional conservatism. The…