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Dec 23 2025CRIME

A Fresh Start for Washington Square Park

Washington Square Park, a beloved green space in the heart of New York City, has seen a remarkable transformation. For years, it was a hotspot for crime and drug activity. Residents complained, but little changed. The park's northwest corner was a haven for dealers and addicts. It was a sad sight, d

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Dec 23 2025CRIME

Justice Restored: A Father's Long Wait for Freedom

Marshall Moreno's life took a dramatic turn in 2003 when he was convicted of a crime he didn't commit. His daughter, then just a child, accused him of sexual assault. But years later, she came forward to say she had lied. This admission led to a long process that finally ended with the dismissal of

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Dec 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Powering Up in Tough Conditions: The Rise of Zinc-Ion Batteries

Zinc-ion batteries are gaining attention for their safety, affordability, and eco-friendliness. They are being considered for large-scale energy storage and wearable tech. However, they struggle in extreme conditions like very hot or cold temperatures, physical stress, and chemical exposure. In the

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Dec 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Tiny Life Forms in Wetlands Can Tame Toxic Metals

Wetlands are like nature's kidneys, cleaning up the environment. But they're under attack from harmful metals and metalloids (HMs) from human activities. These nasty substances can be super toxic and move around easily, depending on their form. Microbes in the soil can change these forms through pro

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Dec 23 2025BUSINESS

A New Leader Joins Tetra Tech's Board

Tetra Tech, a big name in water and environment services, just added a new member to their board. M. Susan Hardwick, who recently stepped down as CEO of American Water, will now be part of Tetra Tech's team. She starts her new role on December 29, 2025. Her job will include working on the Audit Comm

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Dec 23 2025EDUCATION

A Big Step for a Rhode Island Educator: New York's Education Scene Beckons

Angélica Infante-Green, a prominent figure in Rhode Island's education system, is being considered for a significant role in New York City's schools. This move could be a game-changer for her career. She has been mentioned as a potential candidate by Chalkbeat, but she has not confirmed any discussi

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Dec 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Timothee Chalamet's Risky Ride in Marty Supreme

In the movie "Marty Supreme, " Timothee Chalamet plays Marty Mauser, a character who is a lot like Howard Ratner from "Uncut Gems. " Both are Jewish New Yorkers who love taking big risks. Marty is a table tennis player who thinks he can win big if he just keeps betting. The movie is set in 1952 and

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Dec 23 2025FINANCE

Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. Gives Extra Cash to Shareholders

Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. has some good news for its investors. They just announced an extra dividend for the last part of 2025. This is on top of the regular dividend they already pay. The extra cash is $0. 07 per share. People who own shares by December 29, 2025, will get this bonus on Januar

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Dec 23 2025FINANCE

Americans Feeling Less Optimistic About the Future

People in the US are feeling less sure about the economy. This is the fifth month in a row that their confidence has dropped. They are worried about jobs and how businesses are doing. A recent report showed that the measure of how people feel right now about the economy is at its lowest since early

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Lebanon and Israel Clash Over Army-Hezbollah Ties

A recent incident has sparked a heated debate between Lebanon and Israel. An Israeli airstrike near Sidon killed a Lebanese soldier, but Israel claims the man had ties to Hezbollah. They say he was part of a group working to rebuild Hezbollah's infrastructure and even accused him of being a double a

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