Campus protests: Is it dangerous to speak?
In bits of their public statements, the Columbia University and NYU presidents betray some of their thinking on campus crackdowns. It’s not good.
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You might need to get screened for cancer earlier than you think
Community health leaders urge people to follow the latest cancer screening guidelines to save lives.
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Albany’s housing deal: Whose interests are really being served?
Everyone’s mad at Albany over a tentative housing deal. This neither means they failed nor they hit the right compromise.
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Mostly free spring break activities to do with your kids in NYC
Spring recess for NYC students runs from April 22 to 30. That’s 11 days off, including weekends. If travel isn’t in the cards this year, or you just want some ideas for part of the break, we’ve got you covered. Most of these events are free.
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NYC’s response to skyrocketing demand for adult English classes
As more migrants continue to arrive in the city, the demand for English language classes continues to grow. We looked at how our communities are experiencing these needs and how the city is responding.
NYC in crisis: effective governance means putting political posturing to the side
Our social media-driven culture rewards political aesthetics and flashy announcements more than unsexy execution. We should reconsider that.
Earth Month events in NYC
There are several family-friendly activities, including crafts and cooking demos, taking place around the city this month.
$1 Million to Launch New FAFSA Completion Program
April is Financial Aid Awareness Month in New York State.
NYC Dominicans targeted in real estate scams back home
After a pandemic-era rise in Dominicans in the U.S. buying properties back home, fear of getting scammed has them thinking twice. A Dominican bank is trying to win back trust.
A mental health response system that’s hard to parse
The city and state have a variety of overlapping teams and initiatives to contend with mental health crises. Are they working?
Fake solar eclipse glasses can cause permanent eye damage
Eye doctors warn that solar eclipse glasses without the proper lens can cause irreversible eye damage to your and your children’s eyes.
Your pet’s behavior might change during the solar eclipse
During the solar eclipse, expect to see odd behaviors like scared dogs, rogue nighthawks, and stressed-out rats and zoo animals.
Your housing questions answered: The Section 8 voucher process
You had questions about the housing voucher waitlist reopening after 15 years. We spoke with NYCHA to get those answers.