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,...
From Bromance to Romance: Understanding the Transition and Signs
Bromance, traditionally thought of as a close, platonic bond between men, can sometimes blur the lines into something more romantic. Understanding the distinction between the two is complex and often based on individual feelings. While some bromances evolve into romantic relationships, they can also continue as strong platonic connections. It’s essential to pay attention to your feelings and let things unfold naturally.
10 Reasons why you’d love living on the Upper West Side in New York City
Have you ever thought about living on the Upper West Side in New York City? Well, if you haven’t, you should! Here are 10 reasons why: by David Stone AD-> “Living on the UWS just puts you in an incredibly…
Racism on the Red Bus: Lost and Found or Left Behind?
Racism on the Red Bus stunk its way onto an Octagon Red Bus yesterday, the first day of Black History Month. Found on a seat, it was either lost or – more likely – deliberately left there. by David Stone…
What Bromance Means Now As Barriers Come Down
“Bromance” is a term that’s become increasingly popular in recent years, describing a close, platonic bond between two men. While the concept of bromance has been around for centuries, it’s only recently that it’s become mainstream and entered the lexicon….
As Secrets Spill, RIOC’s Plan for Sportspark Is Bad News, Really Bad News
Secrets spill like accidental leaks in the facade Governor Kathy Hochul and RIOC CEO Seldom Seen Shelton J. Haynes put up around Sportspark’s future. The disdain both have for Roosevelt Island sets the tone for a sharp turn away from…
Hochul $227B Budget Plan Bolsters Revenue and Rainy Day Reserves
Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled a $227 billion budget Wednesday that has something for everyone, and something almost everyone will dislike — especially the progressives who dominate the Democratic majorities in Albany. The plan increases spending across the board but puts…
What Black History Means to the 19th Staff
Black History Month has been reserved to acknowledge and commemorate the achievements of our ancestors, their great contributions and what they’ve done for the world. Growing up we learn about the likes of Frederick Douglass, Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman and…
A Budding RIOC Bromance Softens the Sugary Narcissism
The RIOC bromance between President/CEO Seldom Seen Shelton J. Haynes and Akeem Jamal first blossomed as Haynes’s longtime friend, Altheria Jackson, was shown the door. Haynes was so taken with Jamal, he hired him at an inflated salary, even though…
New York City’s Energy Future on Roosevelt Island’s Horizon
The Ravenswood Generating Station, just across the river from Roosevelt Island, becomes a key to New York City’s energy future with a transition to offshore wind power. The facility, long known as a significant source of pollution, will be scrubbed…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor