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,...
Business Leaders ‘Furious’ at Hochul Reversal on Manhattan Congestion Charge
Business leaders are angered by Governor Hochul’s decision to delay congestion pricing in Manhattan. They fear potential payroll tax hikes to make up for lost transit funding. The proposal would raise $15 billion in bonds for MTA projects and charge vehicles entering Manhattan south of 60th Street. The delay may result in higher taxes, causing concern and opposition from business leaders.
New Climate Projections: NYC Will Keep Getting Hotter and Wetter
Sea levels could rise by more than a foot in the 2030s, when the city is also expected to be up to 10% rainier and as much as 4.7 degrees hotter. By Samantha Maldonado Jan 22 5:00am EST What’s in…
As Offshore Wind Ramps Up Now, Scientists Flag Potential Impacts
August 21, 2023 by Becki Robins Last year, the Biden administration announced an ambitious goal: enough offshore wind to power 10 million homes by 2030. The move would reduce carbon emissions, create jobs, and strengthen energy security. It would also…
What the Landmark Climate Ruling in Montana Means for New York
New York also has a ‘green amendment’ enshrined in its constitution, and the decision in Big Sky Country could affect how it is applied. Samantha Maldonado, The City This article was originally published on Aug 15 7:04pm EDT by THE…
Open Newsroom: Preparing for Climate Change and Extreme Weather in NYC
Last week THE CITY held an Open Newsroom event at Queens Public Library to discuss the effects of climate change in the city and what New Yorkers can do about them. Imogen McNamara, The City This article was originally published…
Senator Liz Krueger Earns a Win in Budget Climate Change Battle
A climate change battle erupted during New York State’s budget negotiations. “Governor Hochul’s excuse that New York needs to gut its nation-leading climate law in order to save New Yorkers money is flat-out wrong,” Krueger said. Late yesterday, Hochul backed…
Weeds in the Winter and Blooms in January — Climate Change Hits NYC’s Gardens and Parks
Staff at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden were cutting grass in February, something they don’t normally start doing until much later. At the Queens Botanical Garden, gardener Colin Kirk pulled weeds throughout the winter. He opened vents to lower greenhouse temperatures—in…
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…
Can We Still Save the Earth or Is It Just Too Late?
By now, it’s pretty clear that climate change is real and that human activity is to blame. The question now is: can we still save the Earth, or is it just too late? Here’s a look at both sides of…
How We’re Lowering the Chances of Climate Change Nightmares
It’s no secret that climate change is real, and it’s happening right now. The effects are already felt by humans and the natural world alike. But the situation will only worsen if we don’t take action. But it’s not all…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor