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Witness claims harassment over alleged Chinese police station in NY
A witness testified in a US trial about alleged harassment following a protest against a purported Chinese "secret police station" in New York. The witness, Xu Jie, stated he was harassed after live-streaming a demonstr…
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Senior poverty rises in US suburbs due to service gaps
An increasing number of senior citizens are facing poverty in American suburbs, a trend exacerbated by the lack of public transportation and essential services common in urban areas. Analysis of U.S. Census data indicat…
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London's Bond Street overtakes Hong Kong for world's priciest luxury retail rents
London's Bond Street has surpassed Hong Kong's Tsim Sha Tsui as the world's most expensive luxury retail market, with annual rents reaching £19,228 per square meter. Milan's Via Monte Napoleone secured the third positio…
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Man faces backlash for using undisclosed AI avatar in New York courtroom
A 74-year-old man, Jerome Dewald, faced criticism in a New York courtroom for presenting his case using an AI-generated avatar without disclosing its use to the judges. The virtual representation caused confusion when i…
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Financier favors humanities grads over 'shallow' AI natives
A New York financier has expressed disappointment with the perceived lack of depth in the ideas of recent graduates who grew up with AI. Consequently, his company is shifting its hiring focus from STEM graduates to thos…
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New York proposes new tax on luxury second homes to fund city budget
New York is considering a new tax on luxury second homes valued over $5 million, part of a broader budget agreement. This proposal aims to address affordability concerns and appease progressive voters without implementi…
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Two Americans jailed for aiding North Korean IT scam, generating $1.2M
Two American citizens, Matthew Isaac Knoot and Erick Ntekereze Prince, have been sentenced to 18 months in prison each for their roles in a scheme that generated over $1.2 million for North Korea. They hosted laptops at…
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Angry Birds, FIFA, Dragon Quest, and Silent Hill inducted into Video Game Hall of Fame
The Strong National Museum of Play has inducted four new games into its World Video Game Hall of Fame for 2026. The chosen titles are the influential mobile phenomenon Angry Birds, the foundational JRPG Dragon Quest, th…
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US states consider legislation for safe balcony solar panel installations
The United States is seeing a surge in interest for balcony solar systems, which are small, plug-in solar arrays that are easy to install and can help reduce energy costs. Europe has already adopted these systems widely…
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US trial opens over alleged Chinese 'secret police station' in New York
A trial has begun in New York against Lu Jianwang, a US citizen of Chinese descent, accused of operating an unauthorized Chinese police station in Manhattan. Prosecutors allege the station was used to monitor and harass…
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Chinese-American convicted of operating secret police station in NY
A Chinese-American man, Lu Jianwang, has been found guilty in New York of acting as an unauthorized agent of China and obstruction of justice. Prosecutors alleged that Lu operated a secret Chinese police station in Manh…
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Midwest and Southern cities lead graduate hiring, offering better affordability and jobs
Birmingham-Hoover, Alabama, has emerged as the top U.S. city for recent graduates seeking employment, according to an ADP study. This ranking considers factors such as average annual wages for entry-level professionals,…
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ADL reports sharp decline in US antisemitic incidents, especially on campuses
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) reported a significant decrease in antisemitic incidents across the U.S. in 2025, marking the first decline in five years. This reduction was largely driven by a substantial drop in inci…
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AI infrastructure market values memory's role at $1 trillion
The AI infrastructure sector is experiencing significant growth, with a key indicator being the increasing market valuation of companies involved in memory solutions. This trend suggests that the market views memory's r…
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US antisemitic assaults hit 46-year high despite overall incident drop
Physical assaults against Jewish people in the U.S. reached their highest point since 1979 last year, according to the Anti-Defamation League's annual audit. While overall antisemitic incidents decreased by 33% compared…
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Southern metros lead job market for new college graduates
Southern metropolitan areas, specifically Birmingham, Alabama, and Tampa Bay, Florida, are offering the most promising job prospects for recent college graduates. These cities lead in hiring rates, salary potential, and…
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New law bans predatory pricing, fining merchants up to $25k for dynamic pricing based on wealth.
New York State has enacted the Protection From Predatory Pricing Act, which prohibits businesses from charging different prices to consumers based on their perceived wealth or neighborhood. This law, effective October 1…
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Democrats eye aggressive redistricting in 2028 after Supreme Court ruling
Following a Supreme Court ruling that weakened the Voting Rights Act, Democrats are reportedly considering more aggressive redistricting strategies for the 2028 election cycle. This shift could bring several blue and pu…
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Chris Larsen to fund NY House race amid AI policy debate
Chris Larsen, a billionaire, is planning to invest $3.5 million in a New York House race. This move comes amidst a broader political debate surrounding artificial intelligence during the midterm elections. The involveme…
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New York Zen Center holds memorial service for AI chatbot
A Zen center in New York held a memorial service for a chatbot, marking a unique intersection of technology and spirituality. The service, which included prayers and reflections, highlighted the evolving relationship be…