New York’s largest public transit authority
Unions representing Long Island Rail Road workers have not reached a new contract after days of talks. Negotiations are ongoing with the MTA and the National Mediation Board stepping in as commuters face disruptions and alternative travel options are being arranged by state authorities.
A wave of AI is accelerating in India, Hollywood micro-dramas, and Cannes-flagged experiments, driving cost savings and sparking workforce concerns as unions negotiate limits on synthetic performers and creators explore new workflows.
The Knicks have clinched the NBA title, sparking celebrations across New York. Security around Madison Square Garden has intensified due to a presidential attendance, with perimeter controls and TSA-style screenings. Parades and watch parties are planned with limited outdoor viewing options.
Renderings show a Beaux-Arts inspired revival of Penn Station, with a stone facade, grand concourse and 50-foot ceilings. The plan preserves Madison Square Garden, removes a theater above the tracks, and aims for a phased, six-year construction starting before 2027 while keeping the station fully operational.
The Alaska Supreme Court has allowed Dan J. Sullivan to appear on the Republican ballot alongside incumbent Dan S. Sullivan, reversing an earlier disqualification for allegedly aiming to confuse voters. The court directs the Division of Elections to differentiate candidates within ballot design law as appeals proceed. The controversy centers on whether the challenger’s name and party affiliation could mislead voters ahead of the primary.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has directed Amtrak to consider renaming New York Penn Station as part of a major overhaul funded by federal dollars. While the secretary has not specified a new name, he has publicly floated the idea of honoring President Trump. Lawmakers raise questions about funding and the project’s price tag, with critics warning against a “vanity project.”
Since January 2026, hate crimes citywide have risen 9.4%, with anti-Jewish offenses up 8.5% through July. Transit crime in July rose nearly 11%, driven by felony assaults and grand larcenies, according to NYPD data. Authorities say reporting gaps and recurring offenders shape the picture.
A journalist describes Yerevan’s Republic Square and Dancing Fountains, exploring the Pink City’s heritage, modern life, and recent tourism growth linked to direct flights from London and broader regional appeal.