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,...
Unleash a Long and Healthy Life for Your Feline Friend: Top Tips for Thriving Kitties
Cats bring joy to homes, and ensuring their long, healthy lives is a priority for pet parents. A guide by David Stone highlights key tips: providing a high-quality diet, promoting hydration, encouraging exercise, regular vet checkups, indoor living, spaying/neutering, maintaining a clean environment, recognizing stress signs, showing love and attention, and senior wellness care.
The Anthropocentric Myth: Reimagining Human-Animal Relationships
Humans must reconsider their separation from the natural world. This belief leads to ecological consequences, unsustainable practices, and lack of empathy for animal welfare. Recognizing the interconnectedness of all life can lead to a more sustainable and compassionate future for both humans and animals.
Hey, RIOC! Who’s minding the store? PSD Item #53
The Roosevelt Island Daily News reported an issue in one of the busiest crosswalks, where a stop sign was knocked backward over a year ago during construction. They criticize RIOC’s failure to address this safety concern, questioning the effectiveness of their management. This negligence reflects a broader issue within RIOC’s systems, especially in the Public Safety Department.
‘Booze Patrol’ Sheriffs Had ‘Man-Cave’ Full of Stolen COVID Liquor — But Escaped Criminal Charges
A group of city sheriffs in New York were caught creating a secret “man cave” where they drank confiscated alcohol from raided bars during the pandemic. An internal investigation revealed the details, leading to suspensions and disciplinary actions. The Queens District Attorney declined to prosecute, and some involved sheriffs have secured new positions, raising concerns about the hiring process.
New York politicians cheer, jeer, Trump’s guilty verdict
New York’s political landscape divided over former President Trump’s bribery conviction, as Republicans criticize the verdict and Democrats applaud it. Conservative politicians denounce the trial as unjust, while Democrats assert that the former president is unfit for office. The conviction marks a historic milestone, with mixed reactions shaping the state’s political discourse.
Flower Power to Green Living: The Hippie Movement at 60
In the midst of the 1960s, the hippie movement emerged, driven by a desire for peace and social justice. Rejecting conventionality, hippies embraced communal living and environmental awareness, leaving a lasting impact on society. Their legacy lives on in today’s focus on sustainability, social activism, and the pursuit of peace and harmony.
NYC Transit Chief Richard Davey Set to Depart Just Two Years Into Role
The departure leaves the MTA once again searching for a new leader of a sprawling transit system that’s struggled to keep a president for more than two years. By Jose Martinez May 29 1:35pm EDT When Richard Davey was introduced…
How To Bring Nature Into an Urban Backyard
City life is fast-paced and exciting but may disconnect residents from the natural world. Add a touch of nature to your urban backyard with these ideas.
Better: Subways Backed Up All Over Manhattan, the Tram Jammed…
Author David Stone praises the improved Tram Station operations on Roosevelt Island, attributing this to the efforts of PSD and Leitner-POMA. Despite recent transit challenges, the new management at RIOC has made a positive impact, ensuring a more orderly and efficient experience for commuters. Plans to offer live platform streaming for travelers are underway, promising further enhancements.
Roosevelt Island Infrastructure Neglect: Toilets Out and More
“The Comfort Station at Lighthouse Park will be out of service due to a water break,” RIOC advised. Another incident of toilets out. Years of infrastructure neglect hamper Roosevelt Island, and toilets may not be the worst of it. by…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor