Author: Kausar Mumin, NY
UN General Assembly Votes In Favor of Sanctions On Israel
For the first time in 42 years, the UN General Assembly voted in favor of sanctions on Israel, calling on member states to implement travel bans and asset freezes [ more…]
New York State Enacts Comprehensive Retail Worker Safety Law
Retail workers in New York are set to benefit from enhanced protections against workplace violence and harassment under a new state law, the Retail Worker Safety Act (S. 8358B/A. 8947C). Signed [ more…]
U.S. Risks Falling Behind in Global Infrastructure Race as China’s BRI Surges
The latest report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) reveals that China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is outpacing U.S. investments in global infrastructure projects by a staggering margin. According [ more…]
Christian Conservatives Confront Growing Isolation on Key Issues
As resistance to their core beliefs intensifies, particularly on the issue of abortion, conservative Christians are grappling with an evolving political landscape. Despite their long standing victories, including the [ more…]
MTA Needs Up to $92 Billion for Transit Upgrades and Maintenance by 2029, Report Says
A report from New York State’s top fiscal authority warns that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) may face a financial gap between the construction and maintenance it requires and [ more…]
Right-Wing Media Sidesteps Controversies Surrounding Trump
Recent events have placed former President Donald Trump in the spotlight for his connections to far-right conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer, known for her extremist views, as well as for [ more…]
City Council Approves Groundbreaking Reparations Study and Racial Healing Initiative
In a historic move, the New York City Council has approved a bill to study reparations for the impact of slavery, addressing centuries-old racial injustices. The bill, spearheaded by [ more…]
Taylor Swift’s Endorsement Sparks Unprecedented Surge in Voter Registrations
In a significant turn of events, pop superstar Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris has ignited a massive surge in voter registrations across the U.S., especially among [ more…]
