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How a Manual Washing Machine Can Help Reclaim Time, Improve Lives

(Family Features) An estimated 60% of the global population wash clothes by hand and the burden falls mostly on women and girls, which means spending up to 20 hours each week doing laundry instead of going to work or school. more

5/1/24

Young people are still watching

I was in high school when the United States invaded Iraq. more

4/30/24

Slow down for road work zones

The week of April 15 was National Work Zone Awareness Week. more

4/30/24

The 'wider war' is already here

After the Iranian “act of war” attack against Israel, that country is now forced to defend itself. more

4/30/24

A goal for affordable housing

Our administration announced in late 2022 a historic once-in-a-generation transformation of the Willets Points neighborhood in Queens. more

4/30/24

A deeper look into why some bridges end up collapsing

Discover the engineering insights behind the Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapse and the value of failure analysis in modern design. more

By John Richard Schrock | 4/30/24

A much closer examination of the votes that really count

Explore the historical context and controversies of U.S. electoral politics, from alien suffrage to modern challenges like Trump v. Anderson. more

By Wim Laven | 4/30/24

Please remember that you're neighbors, right here at home

Discover the diverse and interconnected community of greater Riverdale through the editor's perspective. Reflect on global events and local impacts while sharing stories that resonate with the neighborhood. more

By Jason Chirevas | 4/30/24

Walkers remain on their own

Discover the challenges pedestrians face navigating NYC streets, from dangerous intersections to missing sidewalks. Advocating for safer paths and prioritizing pedestrian safety. more

4/30/24

Lack of parking causes a lot of issues, including creating dangerous obstacles for bicyclists and pedestrians. If all goes according to Mayor Eric Adams’ plan, the city could welcome many new residents with far fewer parking options.

Less parking, more housing in the City of Yes?

Mayor Eric Adams proposes City of Yes initiative, reshaping NYC zoning laws. Changes include removing parking mandates to boost housing affordability and density. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/30/24

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50 Years on the Job

Building relationships simply by repairing one kitchen at a time

Felix Lam has been the superintendent at 2465 Palisade Ave., in Spuyten Duyvil for 50 years. The 81-year-old has made his home — and career — at the eight-story co-op since he was a young man. And how does that make him feel? “I’m very happy about it,” Lam said.

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