By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Trusts have long been regarded as essential tools for wealth management and protection. In New York State (NYS), where state laws impose high tax rates and extensive estate and inheritance planning requirements, trusts offer unique opportunities to safeguard assets, minimize taxes, and ensure financial security. This article explores how trusts work, […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Rokas Tenys / Shutterstock.com The rise of platforms like TikTok and their alleged manipulation by the Chinese government has sparked fierce debate in the United States. Some argue that such platforms pose a national security threat due to potential propaganda, surveillance, and data harvesting. Others counter that banning […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Anna Moneymaker / shutterstock.com Elon Musk, the CEO of companies like Tesla, SpaceX, and the owner of the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), has been a polarizing figure in recent years. His statements and actions have raised concerns among marginalized communities, including Black individuals, women, and LGBTQ+ […]
By ag.ny.gov | Editorial credit: madamF / shutterstock.com Equifax Reported Incorrect Credit Scores to Lenders, Inflating Costs for New Yorkers NEW YORK — New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced a settlement with Equifax Information Services, LLC (Equifax) for inaccurately reporting tens of thousands of New Yorkers’ credit scores to lenders, inflating costs for loans and […]
By Chris Tobias, www.311personalinjury.com As winter sets in, snow and ice become an inevitable part of daily life in many regions. While the snow can create a picturesque landscape, it also increases the risk of slip-and-fall accidents. These accidents are more common than you might think, and they can lead to serious injuries, including fractures, […]
Five Women to Compete for the Title of Miss Saint Lucia USA in New York City On Saturday, February 1, 2025, New York City-based 4 Roots Entertainment will host the second annual Miss Saint Lucia USA Pageant, at Medgar Evers College’s Founder’s Auditorium, 1650 Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn, commencing at 6:00 PM. This year’s pageant, organized in […]
Haitian Independence Day at Rainbow PUSH: A Powerful Forum and Rally in Support of Haiti, the First Black Republic Streamed live on January 11, 2025, from Rainbow PUSH Headquarters in Chicago, IL, moderator Dr. Ron Daniels, founder of the Haiti Support Project (HSP), and host Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, President Emeritus of Rainbow PUSH, is joined by an […]
Editorial Credit: Roy De La Cruz / shutterstock.com New York, NY—Today, Mayor Eric Adams delivered his fourth State of the City address at the historic Apollo Theater in Harlem. Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition: “For centuries, immigrants have powered the economy and culture of New York City – and that longstanding reality is […]
Editorial credit: fitzcrittle / shutterstock.com (NEW YORK, NY) – In response to Mayor Adams’ annual State of The City, Communities United for Police Reform (CPR) released the following statement on behalf of CPR Spokesperson, Hassen Bashir, VOCAL-NY, Civil Rights Campaign Coordinator. “The mayor of New York City has one of the most influential platforms in the […]
Scammers Sent Text Messages Claiming to Help Find Remote Jobs; Tricked New Yorkers into Depositing Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars in Cryptocurrency Accounts AG James Freezes $2.2 Million Worth of Cryptocurrency, Files Lawsuit to Recover Money for Defrauded New Yorkers NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today filed a lawsuit to recover $2.2 […]