David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
Navigating Apps with Changes in Memory: Join Our Study
December 2, 2025
Weill Cornell Medicine seeks older adults with mild memory loss for a study on improving navigation apps. Participation is valuable,...
NYC Subway Phased Reopening to 24-Hour Service Starts Monday
In a surprise announcement today, New York City Transit Authority interim president Sarah Feinberg said subways will take the first step back toward full time service next week.
NYC Coronavirus, Now, High COVID-19 Vaccine Demand Plus a Milestone
On Sunday, Governor Cuomo opened up eligibility for COVID-19 vaccines, bringing a mad rush for signing up. But along with high demand, there was an important, positive milestone.
George Washington’s biggest battle? With his dentures, made from hippo ivory and maybe slaves’ teeth
William Maloney, New York University We have all heard the tales about George Washington chopping down a cherry tree, throwing a silver dollar across the Potomac River and, of course, wearing wooden teeth.
Presidents have a long history of condescension, indifference and outright racism toward Black Americans
Stephen A. Jones, Central Michigan University and Eric Freedman, Michigan State University The fury over racial injustice that erupted in the wake of George Floyd’s killing has forced Americans to confront their history. That’s unfamiliar territory for most Americans, whose…
Filthy subway air, NYU finds, adds to the hazards of New York City life
Filthy subway air? Ever find yourself struggling to get your breath as you return to the street? Maybe it’s not fitness but carbon choking your lungs.
A healthy microbiome builds a strong immune system that could help defeat COVID-19
Ana Maldonado-Contreras, University of Massachusetts Medical School You may not know it, but you have an army of microbes living inside of you that are essential for fighting off threats, including the virus that causes COVID-19.
Power Of Tugboats Breaking Through An East River Ice Jam
Along the East River at the peak of winter, tugboats force their way through the ice shield getting a tanker to its destination. Fine art, signed, direct from the artist with free shipping.
About The Helix Bike Ramp RIOC Plans Forcing On Us Now Without Community Consent
This year, RIOC plans forcing a dangerous helix bike ramp on Roosevelt Island without community consent. And it’s not just that. In fact, the state’s rushing through the worst of all proposals, justifying it with twisted logic and falsehoods. By…
‘I’m running for my life. I cannot talk to you right now’: 23 women in Congress recall the Capitol riot
As the events of the deadly riot are examined in the impeachment trial, here is what almost two dozen lawmakers told The 19th about January 6, in their own words. Mariel Padilla Originally published by The 19th The 19th will…
Sweet Valentine’s from across the river bless Roosevelt Island seniors with love
The generosity of the Carter Burden Network, Rockefeller University and the mom/son team of Lisa and Andreas Tsatsas blesses Roosevelt Island’s homebound seniors with love, this Valentine’s Day.
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor