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,...
RIOC Rings Up a Small Win for a Tiny Crowd at Blackwell Park Pitch
Because it was so rare, RIOC’s Blackwell Park Pitch was worth a D+ where only Fs have prevailed for several years. The best thing about the event was the crowd, tiny as it was, but it was also the worst…
The Real New York City, Down and Dirty
You know the saying, “If you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere?” Well, that’s BS. I’m from the real New York City and let me tell you, it ain’t easy making it here. In fact,…
What is a cat’s lifespan now? Shorter than ours but…
Cats are one of the most popular pets in the world, and a cat’s lifespan varies depending on a number of factors. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at how long cats typically live, what affects their lifespan,…
Will New York City Be Underwater by 2050?
While the idea of New York City submerged underwater by 2050 might be captivating for a dystopian movie, it’s highly unlikely. However, the city faces significant challenges from rising sea levels due to climate change. The Roosevelt Island Daily News…
Cats Quotes – Insightful and Amusing Words from Smart Minds
National Cat Day is October 29th, and looking ahead, that got us thinking about all the ways cats have entwined themselves in peoples’ lives. This collection of cats quotes illustrates the breadth and depth of it. We’ve gathered some of…
Mayor Adams Lays Out ‘Working People’s Agenda’ in State of the City Speech
Mayor Eric Adams promised more jobs and housing — and fewer rats — during his second “state of the city” speech Thursday, where he laid out what he called a “Working People’s Agenda” for his second year in office. Katie…
Why RIOC Should End Residential Fees Now. We’ve Already Paid.
If there’s any sense of fair play for Roosevelt Island, RIOC should end residential fees now. All of them. That means making Sportspark, tennis courts and ballfields free for all Roosevelt Islanders. It’s smart, fair and sensible, and RIOC will…
Voluntary Composting Comes to NYC. When for Roosevelt Island?
In his second State of the City speech, Mayor Eric Adams said that voluntary composting will soon expand to all five boroughs. “By the end of 2024, every New Yorker, all 8.5 million people, will have the solution they’ve been…
A Guide to the Most Affordable Activities in New York City
New York City can be an expensive place to visit, but with a little creativity, you can still find plenty of ways to have fun without breaking the bank. Here’s our guide to the most affordable activities in New York…
Hippies to Yuppies. What Happened?
The transformation from hippies to yuppies in the 1970s and 80s is a fascinating chapter in American history, one marked by shifting cultural and economic tides. Here’s a breakdown of what happened… Edited by David Stone The Hippie Counterculture: The…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor