By Greg David, THE CITY Strong job growth and Wall Street bonuses show momentum but consumers are worried, tourism could weaken and layoffs loom. New York City is stuck in the middle of two crosscurrents that will determine whether the local economy will continue to grow this year or plunge into a recession. Big Wall […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Andrew Harnik / shutterstock.com How Musk’s Polarizing Behavior Threatens His Empire and International Relations Elon Musk, once celebrated as a visionary bridging technology and sustainability, now finds himself at a crossroads. His recent embrace of right-wing rhetoric, associations with extremist ideologies, and inflammatory public statements have triggered financial, […]
By Xavier Figeroux, Brian Figeroux, Jr. and Michael Figeroux The historical and ongoing systematic destruction of Black men in America has had a profound impact on Black women, shaping their mental and emotional well-being, as well as their personal relationships. As the primary support systems for Black men, Black women have endured centuries of grief, […]
By Jonathan Custodio, THE CITY |Editorial credit: Ron Adar/ shutterstock.com | Photo of Dr. Hazel N. Dukes New Yorkers celebrated the former president of the NAACP for her humor, honesty and leadership over decades as a power player in local politics. The sirens from an ambulance woke up Sade Greene at the Lenox Terrace apartment complex […]
By Selen Ozturk, Ethnic Media Services Since Trump’s termination of federal diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, small businesses nationwide are expected to take a major hit. The executive orders issued during Trump’s first week of office in late January end all federal DEI and affirmative action programs; equity-related grants and contracts; and prior equal […]
By Janet Howard Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), also known as female circumcision or cutting, involves the partial or total removal of external female genitalia for non-medical reasons. Recognized internationally as a violation of human rights, FGM poses severe health risks and perpetuates gender inequality. In New York State (NYS), a significant number of women and […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Immigration law in the United States has a long and complex history, particularly concerning when lawful permanent residents (LPRs), also known as green card holders, may be placed in deportation (removal) proceedings or subjected to expedited removal. One of the more controversial areas of immigration enforcement involves cases where an LPR […]
A reverse mortgage is a financial product that allows homeowners, typically aged 60 or older, to convert part of their home equity into cash while retaining ownership of their property. This option can be particularly appealing to seniors who are “house rich” but “cash poor,” providing them with additional funds to support their financial needs. […]
For many baby boomers, retirement and aging bring significant financial considerations, particularly when it comes to long-term care. As healthcare costs continue to rise, some retirees look to their biggest asset—their home—as a financial resource. Using home equity to pay for long-term care may seem like a viable option, but it carries serious financial and […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives have become a central focus in corporate America, academia, and government institutions. These programs are designed to promote workplace equity and opportunities for historically marginalized groups. However, a critical perspective suggests that DEI efforts have largely benefited white women more than Black women, despite being […]