New TV makers are racing to launch screens that use tiny red, green and blue LEDs instead of the usual white light. The promise is brighter colors and richer detail. But because this is the first wave of the technology, some early models show problems. When a test unit from one brand flickered duri
New research shows that coffee does more than give you a buzz. Scientists studied 31 people who drink three to five cups daily and 31 who don’t. They also stopped coffee for two weeks, then tried it again with regular or decaf versions. This helped separate caffeine’s role from other coffee
New York City turns into a glittering runway every May when fashion’s elite gather for the Met Gala. But the real action happens off-stage—at private parties where stars mix, mingle, and sometimes outshine the main event itself. These gatherings aren’t just about showing up; they’re carefully planne
Newark’s 2023 ordinance let teens vote in school board elections, a first for the city. The rule was put into action by 2025, giving 16‑ and 17‑year‑olds a voice in matters that affect their schools. Yet, when the polls opened, most of those teens stayed home. The turnout was low because the
New research digs into how long someone has epilepsy and whether it affects their brain’s waste removal system. Using a special brain scan called DTI-ALPS, scientists measured how efficiently fluid moves through the brain’s tiny cleaning tunnels. They found that the longer epilepsy lasts, the more t
New Mexico once lagged behind in supporting people with disabilities through insurance coverage. But in 2023, the state took a big leap forward by requiring private insurers to include prosthetics and orthotics in their plans. That law was just the beginning—now, other states are watching and follow
New York’s Democratic leaders, led by Governor Kathy Hochul, are pushing to change state rules on drawing congressional districts—again. This move comes after a recent Supreme Court decision sided with Republicans in a Louisiana case, but the Democrats aren’t accepting the outcome. Instead of waitin
New York’s Catholic leadership has agreed to pay 800 million dollars to people who were abused by priests as kids. Over 1, 300 survivors will share this money, making it one of the biggest payouts ever in the U. S. for clergy abuse cases. Only Los Angeles gave more—880 million—when it settled simila
New York is seeing a fight over AI rules that breaks normal political rules. A tech billionaire is spending millions to push for strict laws, especially to protect children from AI dangers and stop job losses. He backs a former tech critic now running for office. But big tech companies are fighting
New York City’s biggest charity bike ride is set to enjoy a pleasant Sunday. Weather models predict clear skies and temperatures peaking near 59 degrees, making it a comfortable day for riders. About thirty‑two thousand cyclists will line the streets across all five boroughs, sharing roads with m
