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How Beijing Recruited New York Chinatowns for Influence Campaign
A congresswoman’s links to a Communist Party initiative ran through a local ‘hometown association.’4 hours ago - New York -
Top stories - CBS News
How cities are breathing new life into their urban rivers
Of the 3.5 million miles of rivers in the U.S., 50% are too polluted for fishing, boating or swimming, according to American Rivers.5 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How American cities are rethinking their urban rivers
More Americans are living in cities than ever before. By 2050, nearly 90% of Americans are expected to live in metropolitan areas. This shift means rethinking how urban spaces are used to support a ...5 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Jury selection begins in deadly New York City subway chokehold trial
Jury selection began Monday in the trial of a Marine veteran accused of putting a man in a fatal chokehold on a New York City subway. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer was inside the courtroom and ...5 hours ago - New York -
Business - The New York Times
A Cheapskate in New York City: How to Visit on a Budget
Pop-up art, cheap theater tickets, Chinese food and a well-situated, if noisy, hotel: How to see Manhattan (and a bit of Brooklyn) on a budget.20 hours ago - New York -
Top stories - The New York Times
Liberty Finally Give New York City a Basketball Championship
New York got its first basketball championship in 48 years, as the New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx in front of exuberant fans in Brooklyn.11 hours ago - New York -
Entertainment - ABC News
From showgirl feathers to shimmering chandeliers, casino kitsch finds new life
A different kind of spectacle has developed in Las Vegas since the Tropicana and The Mirage casinos closed this year12 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
How to Watch the New York Mets, Liberty and Jets Games Tonight
The Mets and the Liberty will each look to secure a crucial championship win, while the Jets will bring together two stars in an effort to reverse a losing streak.Yesterday - New York -
Top stories - BBC News
River search after teenage boys found 'unwell'
Emergency services are searching the River Freshney in Grimsby.Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers: How to watch, kickoff time, channel and more
The Kansas City Chiefs play the San Francsico 49ers on Sunday, here's how to watch.Yesterday - NFL -
Top stories - The New York Times
Number of Young People Accused of Serious Crimes Surges in New York City
A 37 percent rise in the number of young people accused in serious crimes mirrors a broader increase. But it has alarmed the police, who say young offenders could grow up to break the law again.Yesterday - New York -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
After big Third Saturday win, Tennessee has new life while Alabama faces grim questions
Two teams faced adversity in Saturday's game in Knoxville. Only one responded.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘Their house was purchased with my family money’: My late father left a life estate to his second wife. She’s only 10 years older than me. How can I undo this?
“Apparently the probate laws in Florida are different, perhaps superseding the will.”2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
How Moldova’s Most Popular T.V. Host Torched Her Career With a Startling Life Choice
Natalia Morari once reported on corrupt business in Moldova. Now she has upset many by having a son with a tycoon accused of corruption, and running against the pro-West president in elections.2 days ago -
World - ABC News
El Salvador commits savings from creative debt refinancing to river conservation
One of Central America’s longest rivers will be the primary beneficiary of El Salvador’s deal to refinance $1 billion of debt with support from the United States government, in the latest example ...3 days ago -
Tech - VentureBeat
How TiMi Studio revived Age of Empires Mobile for a new age of fans
Mobile gaming fans around the world are ready for battle as Age of Empires Mobile has launched worldwide on the Apple App Store and Google Play. Co-developed by TiMi Studio Group (Call of Duty: ...3 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘I walked my kids to school like normal people’: Why ‘Today’ host Hoda Kotb left New York City
The 60-year-old TV host, who will be stepping down from her TV role, spoke out about her life-changing decision to leave her Upper West Side apartment.3 days ago - New York -
Politics - NBC News
Donald Trump thanks Melania Trump during the Al Smith dinner
Former Donald Trump praised his wife, Melania Trump, who accompanied the former president to the Al Smith dinner in New York City. Trump spoke about the former first lady's memoir, "Melania," which ...3 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
CBS News meets kids in Gaza and Lebanon scarred for life by Israeli bombs
Israel says its war is on Iran-backed terrorists in Gaza and Lebanon, but civilians have burned alive, and children suffered life-changing injuries.4 days ago - Israel -
Tech - ABC News
Scientists show how sperm and egg come together like a key in a lock
Scientists have pinpointed how sperm and egg fuse together across the animal kingdom, from fish to people4 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
US Secret Service needs new leadership after attempt on Trump’s life, review finds
Bipartisan commission lists multiple failures that led to assassination attempt on former president in Pennsylvania in July4 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
Kansas City Chiefs owner backs kicker Harrison Butker forming PAC supporting ‘traditional values’
Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt says he has no issue with kicker Harrison Butker forming a political action committee designed to encourage Christians to vote for “traditional values.”4 days ago - NFL -
Top stories - BBC News
Has sewage been released in rivers and the sea near you?
Companies can release raw sewage during bad weather, but the amount spilled has doubled in England.4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
How a ‘putrid’ find in a museum cupboard could be the key to bringing the Tasmanian tiger back to life
A well-preserved thylacine head was a gruesome sight – but it also contained RNA molecules crucial to reconstructing the extinct animal’s genome. Breakthroughs sometimes turn up in unexpected ...5 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Furniture of Champions: How Paris Olympics Tables and Chairs Are Finding a Second Life Online
Sold and auctioned off to small businesses, Olympic Village decor lives on in a seemingly endless chain of resellers.5 days ago - Olympics -
World - The New York Times
Plastics Are Turning Up in Dolphin Breath
Researchers studying bottlenose dolphins found polyester and other plastics in every animal they tested.5 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Carmel, Indiana is the best small city in America for affordability, education and quality of life—see the full top 10
WalletHub compared 1,318 cities across five key categories in order to rank the best small cities in America.5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Microplastics found in dolphin breath for first time – study
Research suggests the marine animals are inhaling pollutants when they come up for air, with even rural populations affected. Microplastics have been found in dolphin breath for the first time, ...5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
New York City offices of Mediaite, Law and Crime Network robbed
The New York City offices of Mediaite and Law & Crime Network were robbed over the weekend, the outlets reported Wednesday. Calling it "one of the most meta crimes ever committed" in a story on the ...5 days ago - New York -
Business - MarketWatch
‘The View’ host Alyssa Farah Griffin quits New York City for the suburbs
The 35-year-old panel show host said that she and her husband decided to leave the NYC apartment after finding her ‘forever home.’5 days ago - New York -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Kaseem 'Ka' Ryan, New York City rapper-producer and firefighter, dies at 52
Kaseem 'Ka' Ryan, the New York City rapper and producer who was also a captain for the New York City Fire Department, has died. He was 52.6 days ago - New York -
Sports - ESPN
Can Pochettino, Aguirre breathe new life into USMNT-Mexico?
Will new hires Mauricio Pochettino and Javier Aguirre revitalize fallen giants?6 days ago -
World - Financial Times
The FT Alphaville pub quiz returns to New York City this November
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Sports - Yahoo Sports
How high is panic meter for Aaron Rodgers and New York?
Aaron Rodgers called the loss a "giveaway," and had some scorn for the refs, too. Six days after firing their coach, the Jets don't have much wiggle room anymore.6 days ago - New York -
Top stories - BBC News
A 'chaotic new reality' - Bordeaux's life in French fourth tier
Fallen giants Bordeaux face a "chaotic new reality" in France's fourth tier, but how will they escape it?6 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How the Army is testing out new tech for future conflicts
Charlie D'Agata goes inside a training exercise at Fort Johnson in Louisiana with the Army's 101st Airborne Division to see how they're preparing for future conflicts.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
‘They are ruining my life’: how the shadowy world of debt collection can wreck your finances
A stranger’s bill can be passed, in your name, down a chain of companies until it reaches the courts without you knowing anything about it. The result can be catastrophic. James Barnett and his ...October 14