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New York City, July 29, 2024 — New Yorkers endured yet another day of sweltering temperatures as the city’s record-breaking heat wave stretched into its second week. With highs reaching…
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Bronx, NY — July 28, 2024 — The Bronx became the epicenter of Caribbean culture this weekend as it hosted New York City’s first-ever Caribbean Film Festival at the newly…
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New York City, July 27, 2024 — In just 30 minutes, all 50,000 spots for the 2024 New York City Marathon were filled, setting a new record for the iconic…
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New York City, July 26, 2024 — The Central Park Zoo celebrated a rare and joyous event today: the birth of a giant panda cub, marking the first successful panda…
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Staten Island, NY — July 25, 2024 — New York City made history today by launching its first fully autonomous bus route in Staten Island, a pilot program that aims…
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New York City, July 23, 2024 — In a dramatic turn of events, the NYPD successfully thwarted an attempted art heist at the Metropolitan Museum of Art late last night.…
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New York City, July 24, 2024 — Times Square debuted a newly redesigned pedestrian plaza today, offering New Yorkers and tourists a safer and more vibrant experience in the heart…
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New York City, July 22, 2024 — In a move aimed at increasing accessibility and equity, New York City’s public library system announced today the elimination of all overdue fines.…
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Queens, NY — July 21, 2024 — Soccer fans rejoiced today as New York City’s long-awaited Queens Soccer Stadium officially opened its doors with a thrilling match between New York…
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New York City, July 20, 2024 — New Yorkers flocked to the Hudson River today to experience the grand opening of the city’s first floating market, a vibrant new attraction…