Usain Bolt Named Official Global Tourism Ambassador for Jamaica

Usain Bolt Named Official Global Tourism Ambassador for Jamaica

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 […]

The SAVE Act: A Deep Dive into Election Integrity and Voter Access

The SAVE Act: A Deep Dive into Election Integrity and Voter Access

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 2025: Mental Health Awareness Month

May 2025: Mental Health Awareness Month

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 […]

Building Blocks and Battlegrounds: Analyzing Construction Litigation in New York

Building Blocks and Battlegrounds: Analyzing Construction Litigation in New York

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. […]

New York City to Host ‘Homecoming of Heroes,’ First Major-City Ticker Tape Parade Honoring Post-9/11 Combat Veterans and Their Families

New York City to Host ‘Homecoming of Heroes,’ First Major-City Ticker Tape Parade Honoring Post-9/11 Combat Veterans and Their Families

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 […]

DiNapoli Releases Report on State Spending to Implement Raise the Age Law

DiNapoli Releases Report on State Spending to Implement Raise the Age Law

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. […]

Attorney General James Advances Legislation to Protect Small Businesses & Consumers

Attorney General James Advances Legislation to Protect Small Businesses & Consumers

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 […]

“I’m a Business Professor Who Asked Dozens of Former Students How They Define Success. Here Are Their Lessons for Today’s Grads.”

“I’m a Business Professor Who Asked Dozens of Former Students How They Define Success. Here Are Their Lessons for Today’s Grads.”

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 […]

FDA Limits Access to COVID-19 Vaccine to Older Adults and Other High-Risk Groups – A Public Health Expert Explains the New Rules

FDA Limits Access to COVID-19 Vaccine to Older Adults and Other High-Risk Groups – A Public Health Expert Explains the New Rules

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 […]

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