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Turnstile spikes cause controversy
Karizma Jernigan, News Editor • January 27, 2025

When subway-goers enter the Lexington Avenue, 59th St. station in Manhattan they are greeted by boundaries of spikes. The introduction of...

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South Korean president lifts national martial law
Ming Kong, International Columnist • December 19, 2024

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Dec. 3, sending troops and military forces to counter what he described as “anti-state...

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NYC ban on selling pets in retail goes into effect
Megan Russo, Staff Writer • December 19, 2024

The Puppy Mill Pipeline Act, originally signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2022, will prohibit the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in pet...

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New congestion pricing set to launch in January
Emma Delahanty, Contributing Writer • December 19, 2024

Five months after pausing Manhattan’s congestion tolls, Gov. Kathy Hochul is bringing back congestion pricing, but cheaper. Starting Jan....

Trump’s federal aid pause is a necessary reassessment of funds
Trump’s federal aid pause is a necessary reassessment of funds
Arelis Ortega February 10, 2025

President Donald Trump’s decision to pause federal grants and loans is bound to spark intense debate. While critics argue this is an attack...

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NAEP must be reformed for fairness
Annemarie Ianos February 10, 2025

Education is the key to unlocking academic excellence and success, but today’s emphasis focuses on standardized testing. Recent results from...

Why the TikTok ban is an absolute must for national security purposes
Why the TikTok ban is an absolute must for national security purposes
Manish Kumar February 3, 2025

TikTok, the widely popular app with 170 million U.S. users, has just been banned, marking a significant shift in the social media industry. The...

House bill signals necessary crackdown on immigrant criminals
House bill signals necessary crackdown on immigrant criminals
Arelis Ortega February 3, 2025

The recent House bill to deport immigrants convicted of sex crimes or domestic violence is more than just a necessary step. Rather, it is an...

Wholefoods in Pennsylvania first to unionize in the Amazon grocery chain
Wholefoods in Pennsylvania first to unionize in the Amazon grocery chain
Tuna Nergizoglu February 10, 2025

Workers at a Whole Foods store in downtown Philadelphia made history by becoming the first store in the Amazon-owned grocery chain to successfully...

Market Update
Market Update
Hossam Elsakka February 10, 2025

U.S. stocks tumbled on Monday, Jan. 27 as concerns regarding investment in artificial intelligence prevailed, triggered by China’s DeepSeek...

US economy increases 2.3% during the fourth quarter
US economy increases 2.3% during the fourth quarter
Regina Martinez February 10, 2025

The economy emerged as a primary concern for many voters during the 2024 election, with growing sentiment that former President Joe Biden mismanaged...

The last slurp: 23rd street 7-Eleven closes
The last slurp: 23rd street 7-Eleven closes
Emma Delahanty February 10, 2025

Say goodbye to $2 pick-me-up coffees and affordable cigarettes; the 7-Eleven nestled between Bank of America and Juice Generation on 23rd St....

'XO, Kitty’ season 2 brings the drama, family secrets and romance
‘XO, Kitty’ season 2 brings the drama, family secrets and romance
Ruby Moran February 10, 2025

After nearly two years, "XO, Kitty" is back to bring more drama to Netflix. The series, a spin-off of the "To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before"...

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Gomez faces backlash for views on ICE deportations
Emma Delahanty February 10, 2025

Since President Donald Trump took office, raids have occurred all over the country, and more than 3,500 undocumented immigrants have been arrested....

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The ‘Mona Lisa’ to get its own room in the Louvre
Alexandra Critelli February 10, 2025

With her mysterious smile and smokey gaze, Da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa” will be given a private room at the Louvre, announced by French President...

2025 Grammy’s filled with historic wins, iconic performances and relief for California wildfires
2025 Grammy’s filled with historic wins, iconic performances and relief for California wildfires
Arvin Mehra February 10, 2025

The 67th Grammy Awards were held on Feb. 2 at the Crypto.com Arena, bringing together music’s biggest night with a stream of iconic performances,...

Rare ‘corpse flower’ briefly takes NYC by the nose
Rare ‘corpse flower’ briefly takes NYC by the nose
Julia Aiello, Science and Technology Editor • February 10, 2025

When a line of people are waiting around in Brooklyn, most people would assume they’re waiting for a concert. Instead, crowds flocked to the...

Teeth fossils reveal early human ancestors were mostly vegetarian
Teeth fossils reveal early human ancestors were mostly vegetarian
Julia Aiello, Science editor • January 27, 2025

New evidence suggests that certain early human ancestors rarely consumed meat, adding new information to the timeline of human evolution. Tooth...

Revolutionizing optics: paper thin lenses to transform technology
Revolutionizing optics: paper thin lenses to transform technology
Mahir Rahman, Contributing writer • January 27, 2025

Imagine a world where augmented reality glasses are as lightweight and comfortable as everyday sunglasses, or where smartphone screens are thinner,...

Reemergence of salmon ‘hat’ trend among orca sparks speculation
Reemergence of salmon ‘hat’ trend among orca sparks speculation
Julia Aiello December 17, 2024

Recently, orcas have been spotted balancing salmon on their heads once again, sparking excited conservations within the marine mammal community. The...

Baruch’s men’s basketball triumphs over Hunter in iconic rival game
Baruch’s men’s basketball triumphs over Hunter in iconic rival game
Stephanie Pisarevskiy, Web Editor • February 11, 2025

Fans of the Baruch Bearcats and Hunter Hawks lined up outside of Baruch’s building on Feb. 6, waiting to get into the gymnasium for the 19th...

Michele Kang invests $30M into US women’s and girl’s soccer teams
Michele Kang invests $30M into US women’s and girl’s soccer teams
Sonia Kalo, Managing Editor • January 27, 2025

The United States Soccer Federation received a historic $30 million gift from CEO Michele Kang for their women’s and girls’ programs. Kang...

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Juan Soto signs with the Mets on a record-breaking contract
Joseph Bello December 17, 2024

The New York Yankees and Major League Baseball superstar Juan Soto agreed to a deal with the Mets of $765 million over 15 years on Dec. 8. Soto’s...

Former Florida State champion shot in Hollywood
Ali Hussain, Science & Technology Editor • December 17, 2024

Hollywood police identified former Florida State University football player Octavious Jackson as one of two victims killed in a shooting roughly...

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