46.2% of New York County students met or exceeded Mathematics expectations in 2021-22 school year
Data from the New York State Education Department shows that 46.2% of New York County students were considered proficient in Mathematics in the 2021-22 school year.
Census Bureau: 75.1% of people in Bronx County were old enough to vote in 2021
Of the 1,468,262 citizens living in Bronx County in 2021, 75.1% were old enough to vote, equating to 1,102,318 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.
Columbia University Commits to Reducing Food-Related Carbon Emissions by 25 Percent by 2030
Columbia University has announced its commitment to reducing food-related carbon emissions by 25 percent by the year 2030, joining forces with the NYC Mayor's Office and other institutions in the Plant-Powered Carbon Challenge. The initiative aims to tackle carbon emissions stemming from food procurement and consumption to contribute to a more sustainable future.Mayor Eric Adams expressed gratitude towards the participants, stating, “Thank you for stepping up and saying ‘we can do better,’ because we can. Together, we can do great things.”In a significant move last...
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Claudia Rankine Inaugurates the Speak Now Series at School of the Arts
Renowned writer Claudia Rankine recently inaugurated the Speak Now series at the School of the Arts, engaging in a thought-provoking conversation with Interim Dean of Faculty and Parr Professor of English and Comparative Literature Sarah Cole. The event, which took place on February 29, 2024, at the Lenfest Center for the Arts, marked the beginning of a series of events featuring artists known for their creativity and ability to reach a wide audience.During the discussion, Cole praised Rankine's work, describing her voice as "powerful and profound" in literature today....
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Mrinalini Sisodia Wadhwa, a Newly Minted Rhodes Scholar
Mrinalini Sisodia Wadhwa, a Columbia University student set to graduate in May, has been awarded the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship to pursue a degree in intellectual history at Oxford University. Reflecting on her academic journey, Wadhwa shared, "I'm a double-major in History and Mathematics. I began college quite set on majoring in history." Her interests in history, particularly the history of British India and the Indian women's movement, led her to delve into subjects like Sanskrit, French history, and Jesuit writings.Wadhwa's academic pursuits culminated in a...
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Gathering New Insights Into Genetic Shuffling in Snakes, and the Rest of Us
Carla Hoge, a researcher at Columbia University, recently published a groundbreaking research article in the journal Science, shedding light on the intricate process of genetic recombination in snakes and its implications for other species. In an interview with Columbia News, Hoge discussed the significance of her findings, stating, "The main takeaway from our paper is that we thought these two starting points for recombination were mutually exclusive, but what we actually found is that corn snakes use both, and there’s a very good chance that other vertebrates do, too."...
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Espaillat thanked President Biden for giving Medicare ‘the power to negotiate lower drug prices’; some health analysts say this could lead to fewer drugs, cures
U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-NY-13) thanked President Biden for his "work on the Inflation Reduction Act," which he said gave Medicare "the power to negotiate lower drug prices," but some health analysts said this could lead to fewer drugs and cures.
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Tannousis Reads to P.S. 011 Purvis J. Behan Students on Read Across America Day
Assemblyman Michael Tannousis (R,C-Staten Island/Brooklyn) visited P.S. 011 Purvis J. Behan in Brooklyn today as part of Read Across America Day to encourage student literacy and education. The event, held on Mar 1, 2024, had Tannousis reading 'Our Flag Was Still There' by Mary Pickersgill to the 5th-grade class under the theme “Create A Nation Of Diverse Readers.”"I want to thank the students and teachers for allowing me to visit today," expressed Tannousis, who noted that watching the engaged and excited students was a wonderful experience. Stressing the importance of...
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Assemblyman Brook-Krasny Supports ‘The Fletcher Act’ for Families of Essential Workers
Assemblyman Alec Brook-Krasny (R,C-Coney Island) attended a press conference earlier this week to show his support for the Fletcher Act. The Fletcher Act, named after Joseph Fletcher, permits certain claims by essential employees for compensation based on death due to COVID-19, which were previously denied or not filed on time. Brook-Krasny was joined by members of both parties as they advocated for the rights of the families of essential workers."We all remember the struggle and hardship we went through during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Brook-Krasny. “However, there...
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Tannousis Criticizes Governor’s Budget Proposal
State Assemblyman Tannousis has expressed concerns over Governor Hochul's executive budget proposal, particularly focusing on public safety and financial priorities in New York. In a statement made on Jan 16, 2024, Tannousis criticized the Governor's approach, emphasizing the need for accountability in the criminal justice system."We need to hold violent criminals accountable for their actions with a tough-on-crime criminal justice system," Tannousis stated. He went on to critique Governor Hochul's plan, stating, "She intends to create a task force to address the public...
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Novakhov Celebrates Funding for District
Assemblyman Michael Novakhov (R-Brooklyn) shared exciting news today as he announced that the 45th Assembly District has secured $20,000 in grants from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). The funds will benefit two noteworthy organizations in the community - Homecrest Community Services and the Para Arts Foundation.Homecrest Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a range of social services for seniors, youth, and immigrant families. The Para Arts Foundation focuses on enhancing the lives of disabled individuals with artistic...
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"The Ends of Paradise" Explores the Struggles of Honduras" Black and Indigenous Peoples
"The Ends of Paradise" Explores the Struggles of Honduras" Black and Indigenous Peoples
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Merih Uctum Putting Expertise to Work for the State
Merih Uctum Putting Expertise to Work for the State
