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,...
Camouflage or Catouflage? Ai Weiwei Artwork in Four Freedoms Inspired by Wildlife Freedom Foundation
Ai Weiwei’s installation “Camouflage” on Roosevelt Island features cat patterns, emphasizing how animals, unharmed by human crises, suffer the consequences of such events.
New York Times Wins My First Annual Dimwit Health Reporting Award
The New York Times’ anti-alcohol article misrepresents health risks, failing to provide essential context and maintaining bias, while neglecting more pressing public health issues.
What Shapes American Conspiracy Theories?
In a recent New York Times article, the claim that television shows like the X Files created paranoid conspiracy theorists in America is challenged. David Stone argues that distrust in government stemmed from historical events, notably the 1963 assassination and subsequent cover-ups. He asserts that skepticism existed prior to such entertainment influences.
Meet the Cats Who Roam Rikers Island
Gloria Murli, a retired corrections officer, passionately cares for feral cats on Rikers Island, advocating for a sanctuary where they can receive proper care and support.
Wake Up Call: 41% of young voters say UnitedHealthcare CEO murder acceptable
A recent poll revealed that young adults are divided on the acceptability of Brian Thompson’s murder, reflecting broader shifts in societal attitudes and political lines.
Anger Explodes at Health Care CEOs
America’s health care system thrives on denying treatment to the sick. The brutal murder of a health insurance CEO reveals public outrage against morally bankrupt corporate practices.
Exploring Al Lewis: A Tribute to Grandpa Munster
Grandpa Al Lewis, beloved for his role on The Munsters, lived on Roosevelt Island, inspiring his wife Karen to write about grief and rediscovery in her new book.
Want More Young People to Join the Military? Spend Less On It
We need to invest in a country worth fighting for, not endless wars and boondoggles for military contractors. By Lindsay Koshgarian | November 26, 2024 The Roosevelt Island Daily News The military is concerned about a growing recruitment crisis. Survey after survey…
Make America Healthy Again: An Unconventional Movement That May Have Found Its Moment
Health entrepreneur Calley Means and associates leverage Trump’s presidency to promote controversial health ideas, raising concerns among public health leaders about potential erosion of scientific progress and increased preventable disease.
Facing Challenges in Animal Rescue: The Story of Rossana Ceruzzi
Rossana Ceruzzi tirelessly works to save animals on Roosevelt Island, overcoming challenges and opposition while garnering international support for her vital rehabilitation efforts.
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor