A Brooklyn seaside resort turned cultural icon
A survey of how hot dogs have shaped American culture, from early prints to modern debates about regional styles. The piece cites historical milestones, regional varieties and how hot dogs remain a symbol in arts and diplomacy.
A rapper known as Briscoe Bands has been shot in Brooklyn. He was pronounced dead at NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn after a morning attack. Police have not yet determined a motive. The artist had recently signed with a label and had a growing online following.
A sweeping heat dome has kept tens of millions under heat alerts from the Midwest to the East Coast. Overnight temperatures are failing to cool, heightening health risks and straining power grids. El Niño is intensifying the heat, and cooling centers, water, and hydration remain critical.