Manhattanhenge thrill and space nerd energy: Neil deGrasse Tyson in the news as NYC’s sunset-aligned spectacle returns; famed astrophysicist and Hayden Planetarium director. #science #NYC
Retail chains are expanding new-store openings and remodeling while shuttering underperforming locations as they push higher staffing, improved service, and more groceries to lift sales amid ongoing consumer pressure.
Stephen Colbert has hosted his final Late Show as CBS confirms the program’s cancellation, with the finale featuring Paul McCartney and a climactic performance of Hello, Goodbye. Coverage notes the financial rationale behind CBS’s decision and situates the moment within broader shifts in network television.
The phenomenon known as Manhattanhenge has reappeared this week, with the setting sun aligning with Manhattan’s east–west streets as crowds gather to watch from iconic viewing spots. The event is not tied to the solstice but occurs about three weeks before and after it, offering dramatic views of sunlit skyscrapers along the city’s grid.