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,...
End of the AVAC Now? Have Years of Negligence Exposed the Ruins?
Roosevelt Island’s AVAC system is aging and neglected, teetering on collapse, while RIOC remains silent and unaccountable. Local intervention is desperately needed to avert disaster.
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.
Report: New York failed to verify Medicaid spending on home care
New York’s Medicaid system wasted billions on unverified home care services, revealing shocking oversight failures. Where’s the accountability in a system bilking taxpayers and risking care integrity?
Gun Violence: Tragedy Strikes One of the Roosevelt Island Family
A tragic incident of gun violence in Somers claimed the life of a 15-year-old boy, deeply impacting Tram manager Armando Cordova and his family.
Scientists Fear What’s Next for Public Health if RFK Jr. Is Allowed To ‘Go Wild’
Scientists dread Kennedy’s potential influence in Trump’s administration, fearing a shift towards unscientific health policies that threaten decades of public health achievements. Chaos seems inevitable.
Hochul Set to Resurrect Congestion Pricing at $9
Governor Hochul plans to announce a revised congestion pricing scheme with a $9 daily toll to address transit funding and traffic issues in Manhattan by late December.
Dentists Are Pulling ‘Healthy’ and Treatable Teeth To Profit From Implants, Experts Warn
ClearChoice’s marketing promotes quick, easy dental implants, yet many patients, like Becky Carroll, suffer from unnecessary procedures, raising concerns about profit-driven practices overshadowing patient care.
Pet Safety Alert: Possible Rat Poison Exposure in Riverwalk Commons
A distressing situation has surfaced involving pet dogs exposed to rat poison near Riverwalk Commons, resulting in at least one death. Residents express concern over the legality and safety of pesticide use in public areas, highlighting risks to both pets and wildlife. Immediate action and transparency are crucial for community safety.
Roosevelt Island’s Coler Wins CMS Excellence Rating for Patient Care
NYC Health + Hospitals’ long-term care facilities in New York have earned an impressive 5-Star CMS overall rating. This achievement reflects the high quality of care provided to residents and is a testament to the dedication of the staff. With a commitment to excellence, these facilities continue to prioritize the well-being and independence of their patients.
Can Plastic Waste Be Transformed Into Food for Humans?
In 2019, the U.S. Department of Defense sought solutions to convert plastic waste into usable products for the military. DARPA funded research aiming to create a system that can transform plastic into fuel and food. Michigan Tech’s project utilizes plastic-eating microbes to produce sustenance. While facing challenges, the potential for scientific breakthroughs and sustainable nutrition is promising.
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor