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For at least a century, LGBTQ people have found bars indispensable places to meet friends and lovers, organize politically, feel safe, and let loose. But in the past few decades, gay bars in the US and around the world have been closing at a steady rate, from a complex mix of factors that social scientists are […]
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Rival Protests Flood Times Square Amid Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protestors gathered at Times Square on Sunday, October 8, amid the deadliest escalation of the decades-long conflict with Israel. Tensions ran high as dozens of counter-protestors in support of Israel also turned out, with verbal clashes between both sides continuing until the late afternoon. While one side demanded freedom from the occupation […]
Ukrainians demand more support for war against “terrorist state” Russia
Dozens of Ukrainians, Ukrainian Americans, and their supporters marched through the rain from Times Square to Herald Square in Manhattan on Saturday, October 7, demanding an increase in aid to Ukraine, and a continuation of the fight against Russian imperialism. The group, covered in blue and yellow and carrying Ukrainian flags, chanted slogans like, “Russia […]
“The New Commercials”: How Content Creators are Influencing Fashion
Shortly after I entered the small, rentable gallery space nestled between Manhattan’s Upper West Side and Midtown on a moist and muggy Thursday afternoon, I witnessed the orchestration of a small production of sorts. Beneath a wall adorned with an array of artistic works, consisting generally of birds and human faces, a smartphone cameraman filmed […]
Paws for Justice: How Canines Comfort Victims in Courts
On a chilly February morning in lower Manhattan, the courtroom bustled with attorneys poring over legal documents. Judge Diane Keisel, wearing a sweeping black judicial robe and sipping iced coffee, presided over the pre-trial procedures, her steady demeanor belying the gravity of the upcoming trial. The air was hushed as Keisel’s austere instructions silenced the […]
Luis Flores uses TikTok to empower immigrant small business owners
It’s sunny in Hunts Point, the Bronx, on a late Spring morning. A gentle breeze brushes against my skin and makes the leaves sway. Despite the sunshine, it’s chilly and two layers of clothing are necessary to walk around comfortably. This Bronx neighborhood is far from the glittering backdrops often seen on the social media […]
The Hands Behind the Chalk: Cat Calls of NYC Fights Back Against Street Harassment
Dive into the compelling world of NYC’s street activism as we shine a light on “Cat Calls of New York,” a dynamic branch of Chalk Back that’s making waves in the fight against street harassment. In this riveting journalistic video, we delve into the vibrant narratives of individuals who are sparking change with colorful chalk […]
Greenwood Cemetery Opens its Doors
Greenwood Cemetery has secrets buried in its land. Journey through the fascinating story of how Greenwood opened its doors to the public for events, education, and historical tours.
How long is too long? New Yorkers gather to protest wrongful convictions
Holding a megaphone and leading the crowd, a woman chants, “What do we want?” People shout back, “Justice!” She continued, “And when do we want it?” “Now!” It’s a warm fall day in New York, and 70 people are gathered in front of City Hall in Manhattan on International Wrongful Convictions Day. A man is […]
New Mexican Governor Faces Widespread Pushback After Gun Order
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is facing lawsuits and calls for impeachment after issuing a public health order suspending the open carry of firearms in regions of Albuquerque, the state’s largest metropolitan area. Lujan Grisham issued the public health order on September 8. The order would have suspended the right to carry firearms in […]