Columbia Protest Leader Arrested by ICE at Citizenship Interview Sparks Legal and Political Uproar 15 Apr 2025, 3:07 pm

Mohsen Mahdawi, a prominent Palestinian student leader and Columbia University activist, was arrested Monday by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agents during what was supposed to be a routine U.S. citizenship interview. The arrest has ignited a legal battle and public outcry, with supporters, lawmakers, and civil rights advocates rallying in his defense. Mahdawi, a […]

Iran and U.S. Nuclear Talks Round 2: A Critical Juncture in Diplomatic Engagement 15 Apr 2025, 2:20 pm

The United States and Iran are set to resume high-stakes nuclear negotiations on April 19 in Muscat, Oman, marking the second round of direct diplomatic engagement in a bid to defuse escalating nuclear tensions. The talks come at a pivotal moment, with Iran’s uranium enrichment levels reaching 60% purity, dangerously close to the 90% threshold […]

Sages, celebrities, veterans, crooks: Take a NY cemetery’s Jewish walks of fame – and infamy 15 Apr 2025, 2:09 pm

Tucked between the hum of the Long Island Expressway and the flight path of LaGuardia Airport lies a hidden gem of Jewish American history—Mount Hebron Cemetery. Spanning 215 acres in Queens’ Kew Gardens Hills, it’s home to more than just gravestones. It’s a timeless archive of voices that once shaped the cultural, political, and spiritual […]

Bank of America Hit with $540 Million FDIC Fine Over Deposit Insurance Dispute 15 Apr 2025, 1:29 pm

In a significant legal ruling, Bank of America has been ordered to pay $540.3 million to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) after a federal judge concluded that the bank underpaid its deposit insurance premiums between Q2 2013 and the end of 2014. Background of the Dispute The case centers on Bank of America’s alleged […]

NYC Public Schools Apologize for Sharing Gaza Protest Toolkit, Vow Better Protection for Jewish Students 11 Apr 2025, 12:14 pm

New York, NY — The New York City Public Schools system has issued a public apology after facing backlash for including a controversial “Stop Genocide Gaza Toolkit” in a recent internal newsletter. The material, which has been labeled antisemitic by critics, was shared with select teachers and parents, prompting an immediate response from school officials […]

Mike Huckabee Confirmed as US Ambassador to Israel Amid Controversy and Praise 11 Apr 2025, 11:45 am

In a move both celebrated and criticized across political lines, former Arkansas Governor and evangelical leader Mike Huckabee has been officially confirmed as the new U.S. ambassador to Israel. The Senate voted 53 to 46 to approve his nomination on Wednesday, with the vote falling largely along party lines. Only one Democrat, Senator John Fetterman, […]

Tragedy Over the Hudson: Six Killed in NYC Helicopter Crash 11 Apr 2025, 11:37 am

New York City, NY — In a devastating accident that has shocked New York and reverberated across the globe, a Bell 206 sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River on Sunday afternoon, killing all six people aboard. The victims included a Spanish family of five and their pilot, who had taken off just minutes earlier […]

Pentagon’s Spring Cleaning: $5.1 Billion in IT Contracts Canceled to Boost Internal Capability and Cut Costs 11 Apr 2025, 11:24 am

In a decisive move that signals a shift in how the U.S. military handles its technological and operational support, the Pentagon has canceled $5.1 billion worth of IT service contracts with several major consulting and technology firms, including industry giants Accenture and Deloitte. The decision, announced by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, is being touted […]

Fire Alarm, Protests, and Chaos: Naftali Bennett’s Lecture at Princeton Disrupted Amid Outcry Over Gaza War 10 Apr 2025, 3:38 pm

Princeton University found itself at the center of a heated controversy on Monday night after a lecture by former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett was interrupted by a fire alarm and loud protests accusing him of war crimes. The disruption unfolded at McCosh Hall, where Bennett had been invited to speak by the Princeton School […]

Hundreds of Israeli Air Force Reservists Face Expulsion After Opposing Gaza War 10 Apr 2025, 3:30 pm

The Israeli military has moved to expel hundreds of Air Force reservists after they signed an open letter demanding an end to the ongoing war in Gaza. The decision, announced Thursday, marks a dramatic escalation in the military’s response to internal dissent and reflects a broader political shift under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government. The […]

Meta Whistleblower Alleges Company Aided China in Censorship Efforts, Threatened for Speaking Out 10 Apr 2025, 3:22 pm

A former top Meta executive has come forward with explosive allegations that the social media giant undermined U.S. national security and cooperated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in a bid to expand its multibillion-dollar business interests in China. Sarah Wynn-Williams, Meta’s former Director of Global Public Policy, testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Subcommittee […]

NYC Shop Owners ‘Terrified’ Amid Tariff Hikes and Economic Uncertainty 10 Apr 2025, 3:09 pm

Small business owners across New York City are facing mounting anxiety as escalating tariffs from President Trump’s trade war ripple through the local economy. As import taxes raise the cost of goods from around the world, local retailers are being hit hard — many fearing price hikes, shrinking margins, and even closure. Jessica Walker of […]