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Center for Digital Education launches higher ed cybersecurity council
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The Center for Digital Education has launched a national Higher Education Cybersecurity Council to help college and university leaders strengthen cyber resilience, protect research and data, and guide secure AI adoption.
Poll Finds NYC Democrats Favor Open Primaries by 2-to-1 Margin
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A new poll commissioned by Open Primaries and the Independent Voter Project finds 51% of NYC registered Democrats support opening primaries to independents, while 23% oppose.
ZeroMax says more NYC residents are moving to Florida, Texas and the Carolinas
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ZeroMax Moving and Storage says requests for out-of-state moves from New York City residents have climbed over the past two years, with Florida, Texas and the Carolinas leading the way. The Brooklyn mover says the trend reflects rising housing…
Jim Chou wins top prize at 2026 Washington International Piano Competition
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Dr. Jim Chou of New York City won the Grand Prize at the 2026 Washington International Piano Competition in Washington, D.C., after four days of performances by 21 pianists from around the world.
Michael Caven memoir traces Texas gay bar empire and LGBTQ history
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Michael Caven has released Spilling the Tea, a memoir that spans a Texas gay bar empire, chosen family, and the rise of America’s first LGBTQ-themed restaurant.
Author says World Cup unity is being strained by U.S. immigration policies
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Author Erin Van Rheenen says U.S. immigration restrictions are clashing with the 2026 FIFA World Cup’s global-unity mission as the tournament nears.
Luiza Girardello and Zabelê Gomes launch long-term artistic partnership
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Brazilian singer-songwriter Luiza Girardello has released her debut album and teamed up with veteran artist Zabelê Gomes on a long-term creative partnership.
Joyous Longevity lands Times Square spotlight after NYC Big Book Award win
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Printed Word Reviews will feature Sieglinde C. Othmer’s Joyous Longevity: The A-Z Field Guide on a Times Square billboard June 20, tying the promotion to the magazine’s special issue for the American Library Association.
ARTECHOUSE DC to reopen with largest digital artist group show yet
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ARTECHOUSE DC will resume programming September 11, 2026, with SUBMERGE Project, a new exhibition built around a 45-minute immersive work called Beyond the Render.
Ayman Bishay to appear on Made It in America TV
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New York jeweler Ayman Bishay will be featured on Made It in America TV, where he will discuss building a business through hard work, honesty and craft.
Leadership Science Holdings names Christyl Lucille Murray executive director of TMC and EdgePoint
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Leadership Science Holdings appointed former JPMorgan Chase and Morgan Stanley talent leader Christyl Lucille Murray to run both the Talent Management Collective and EdgePoint, effective August 17, 2026. The move comes as TMC expands its…
Brookbush Institute publishes evidence-based resistance training model article
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Brookbush Institute has released a new article in New York that argues a single best resistance training model can be derived from evidence and logic.
Bella Yanbo Huang painting chosen for European exhibition posters
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Bella Yanbo Huang’s work has been selected as the official poster image for upcoming contemporary art exhibitions in Austria and Paris, putting the New York artist’s painting in front of international audiences this fall.
Global Citizen Festival sets 2026 lineup with Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean and John Legend
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Global Citizen announced the 2026 festival lineup for Sept. 26 in Central Park, with Ms. Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean, Lenny Kravitz, John Legend and more.
VisionMed adds three surgical leaders to advisory board
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VisionMed has named three international specialists in robotic surgery, advanced endoscopy and colorectal surgery to its Medical Advisory Board as it develops the EMMA video intelligence platform.
Keniamarilia tests U.S. demand for kimono-obi bags at NY NOW
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Fashion brand keniamarilia met with U.S. buyers at NY NOW Summer 2026 in New York, where it showcased handbags made from Kyoto Nishijin-ori obi fabric.
Ryan P. Carroll launches thriller Havana Hearts
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South Florida novelist Ryan P. Carroll has released Havana Hearts, a crime-and-romance thriller centered on a Cuban immigrant searching for her missing best friend.
Seoul to Soho brings K-beauty pop-up to SoHo
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A three-week Seoul to Soho experience opens in New York on Aug. 14, bringing Korean beauty brands, biotech startups, creators and buyers to 13 Crosby Street.
The Cannabis Place launches 25% 9/11 tribute discount for survivors and responders
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The Cannabis Place, led by 9/11 first responder CEO Osbert Orduña, is marking the 25th anniversary of the attacks with a month-long discount for eligible survivors, first responders and affected residents.
CCS lands at No. 4670 on Inc. 5000 list
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CCS said it ranked No. 4670 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, Inc.’s annual list of America’s fastest-growing private companies, based on 24% three-year revenue growth.
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