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On antisemitism, Mamdani sidesteps the semantic bait
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A Black burial ground became a tow yard. Leaders want Mamdani to buy it.
The AI debate in schools is asking the wrong question
Before we decide what role AI should play in classrooms, we need to be clear about which “AI” we mean.
Trump and Mamdani met. No word on the new green card rule.
Mayor Mamdani hosted President Trump on Sept. 21 during UN General Assembly week. The two shared that the long-anticipated Sunnyside Yard housing development project is advancing to “technical conversations.” But the new immigration rule, which could cause nearly one million immigrants nationwide to drop their public benefits, never came up at the press conference.
The long, cruel history of the latest attack on immigrants
You may have heard that a coalition of 22 states, including New York, and six cities, including New York City, are suing to stop the implementation of a federal policy that’s become known as the “public charge rule,” though it’s really a redefinition of a long-established standard for denial of permanent resident status. What actually…
What to know about postpartum depression and psychosis
If you or someone you know needs help navigating postpartum mental health, contact Postpartum Support International’s HelpLine at 1-800-944-4773 (press 1 for Spanish or 2 for English), or text “HELP” to 1-800-944-4773 in English or 971-203-7773 in Spanish. You can also get help through PSI or download the Connect by PSI app. When Andrea Clark…
Mamdani sues feds over rule weighing public benefits in immigration cases
A new federal rule taking effect Friday lets immigration officers weigh Medicaid, SNAP and housing aid when deciding who can get a green card or visa. NYC and New York state filed separate lawsuits to stop it.
Between two languages: Asian immigrant women and youth connect across generations in writing workshop
To Hannah Lee, watching Spain score a goal against Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup’s final transported her to a life-changing moment of her childhood. In 1973, South Korea defeated Israel 1-0, also after a decisive goal during extra time. The same day she and her family watched the dramatic match, her father left…
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