By Linda Hohnholz, eTurboNews | Editorial credit: Focus Pix/ shutterstock.com The historic appointment recognizes Bolt’s unparalleled contribution to Jamaica’s global profile and his continued commitment to promoting the island nation worldwide. As Global Tourism Ambassador, Bolt will promote Jamaica’s tourism and showcase the country’s rich cultural heritage to global audiences through a fully integrated digital campaign and […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Photo Copyright IQ INC. The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act is a proposed federal bill that aims to amend the National Voter Registration Act by requiring documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration in federal elections. This legislation has ignited a fervent debate, positioning concerns over election integrity against […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to spotlight an issue that touches all of our lives in one way or another. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and yet it’s often overlooked, misunderstood, or stigmatized. This month, we invite you to learn, reflect, and support mental well-being — both […]
New York State, and especially New York City, is a landscape of perpetual construction and renovation. From towering skyscrapers reshaping the skyline to intricate brownstone renovations, development is constant. This intense activity, however, inevitably breeds conflict. Disputes between owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and engineers are common, often culminating in complex and costly litigation. […]
The use and development of property in New York State, and particularly within the five boroughs of New York City, are subject to an intricate web of zoning laws, land use regulations, building codes, and environmental rules. These regulations dictate what can be built, where, and how, shaping the very fabric of our communities. Given […]
Editorial credit: miker / shutterstock.com Historic Celebration to Mark Military Service, National Milestones, and Shared Resilience of New Generation of Americans NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) Commissioner James Hendon today announced that the City of New York will next year host a […]
Editorial credit: lev radin / shutterstock.com May 22, 2025 New York state has appropriated $1.71 billion through State Fiscal year (SFY) 2025 to help counties implement the provisions of the “Raise the Age” (RTA) law enacted in 2017, with $658.8 million disbursed so far, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. […]
FAIR Business Practices Act Will Strengthen NY’s Consumer Protection Law, Help Lower Costs, Reduce Junk Fees, and Stop Predatory Lenders Legislation Follows Federal Cuts and Weakening of National Consumer Protection Agencies NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined supporters to rally for the passage of the Fostering Affordability and Integrity through […]
By Patrick Abouchalache, THE CONVERSATION As the Class of 2025 graduates into an uncertain and fast-changing working world, they face a crucial question: What does it mean to be successful? Is it better to take a job that pays more, or one that’s more prestigious? Should you prioritize advancement, relationship building, community impact or even the […]
By Libby Richards, THE CONVERSATION On May 20, 2025, the Food and Drug Administration announced a new stance on who should receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The agency said it would approve new versions of the vaccine only for adults 65 years of age and older as well as for people with one or more risk factors for […]