New York City News
During a press conference on May 1, Sen. Charles Schumer of New York called on the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Clear Channel billboards, which can collect data from mobile phones. Sen. Schumer nicknamed them “spying billboards” and said they could be infringing on people’s privacy.
“A person’s cell phone should not become a James Bond-like personal tracking device for a corporation to gather information about consumers without their consent,” he said.
AIDS advocacy groups have less than two weeks left to convince Governor Cuomo to increase funding for a robust plan to combat AIDS, before the state budget… Read more “AIDS Advocates Race to Secure Funding”
The new line expands clothing options for Muslim American women.
For some, what began as a personal quest for healthy eating has transformed into a business.
Debora Lee, a U.S. military veteran, started boxing after her anger management therapy failed to work. Lee is one of six female members taking part in “Veterans in The Ring,” a boxing program to help veterans cope with post-military life.
Mary Jo Marsh, a dog handler from Michigan, had high hopes for Rufus, her 4-year-old Sussex Spaniel, to win Best of Breed at this year’s Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City. As she battles uterine cancer, Marsh fought her way to the competition ring, where, instead of prestige, she found strength and companionship to take her through her illness.
LGBTQ groups pressed elected officials to address discrimination and violence against the transgender community.
