Business Spotlight
Small Businesses in 2026: Obstacles and Opportunities for Southeast Queens
Small businesses remain the backbone of local economies across New York City, including Southeast Queens. Yet in 2026, many entrepreneurs are navigating a complicated landscape shaped by economic uncertainty,...
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Emotion, Messaging, and Money: Examining the Politics of Perception in the MAGA Era
In today’s American politics, the loudest message often wins—even when the facts are more complicated.
Over the past decade, the MAGA wing of the Republican...
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NYS Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus Weekend Returns to Albany
As lawmakers, advocates, and community leaders prepare to gather in Albany from February 13–15, 2026, the 55th annual New York State Association of Black,...
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Seahawks Capture Super Bowl LX A Defensive Masterpiece
The Seattle Seahawks are once again champions of professional football after defeating the New England Patriots 29–13 in Super Bowl LX on February 8,...
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The Overlooked College Degrees That Pay Well—and Hold Up When the Economy Shifts (2026 Guide)
When students and families think about high-paying college degrees, the same fields usually dominate the conversation: computer science, engineering, finance, and medicine. But labor...
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What Happens When the Homes Built for Our Children Become Too Expensive for Them?
In Southeast Queens, homeownership has long been more than a financial milestone—it’s a living record of Black upward mobility in New York City. Families...
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Trump Says U.S. Forces Captured Venezuela’s President — Raising Major War-Powers, Drug Policy, and Oil-Interest Questions
President Donald Trump said Saturday that U.S. forces carried out a “large-scale strike” in and around Caracas and “captured” Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and...
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MTA Fare Increases Take Effect Sunday January 4, 2026
New York City commuters will pay more to ride subways, buses, and commuter rails starting Sunday, January 4, 2026, as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority...
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Southeast Queens Under NYC’s New Mayor: Promises, Policy, and What’s Next
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City’s mayor on January 1, 2026, making history as the city’s first Muslim and youngest mayor...
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Jets, Giants, and Bills in Week 18: Season Summary and What’s Next
Buffalo Bills — Playoff-Bound, But Falling Short of Division Goal
The Buffalo Bills have been the most successful New York area team this season, sitting...
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New York City Braces for Major Snowstorm With Multiple Days of Winter Weather
New York City and the surrounding Tri-State area are preparing for a significant winter storm that could bring several days of snow and travel...