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New York Among 10 Most Diverse States, New Study Finds: Here's Why New York Among 10 Most Diverse States, New Study Finds: Here's Why
New York Among 10 Most Diverse States, New Study Finds: Here's Why Several Northeast states are among the nation's most diverse, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Most & Least Diverse States in America on Tuesday, Sept. 16. The study analyzed all 50 states across race, language, religion, household makeup, politics, and income. The study looked at how diversity extends far beyond demographics. "Race and gender are probably the first things that come to mind when people think about diversity, but there's plenty more that makes this nation diverse," WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo said. "The most diverse state…
American Eagle Stock Soars 24% After Controversial Sydney Sweeney ‘Great Jeans’ Ad American Eagle Stock Soars 24% After Controversial Sydney Sweeney ‘Great Jeans’ Ad
American Eagle Stock Soars 24% After Controversial Sydney Sweeney ‘Great Jeans’ Ad Sydney Sweeney may have just done for American Eagle what pumpkin spice does for Starbucks. The actress’s now-infamous “Great Jeans” commercial — the one where she purrs, “Genes are passed down from parents to offspring... My jeans are blue” — has been roasted, memed, and accused of everything from being a “Nazi dog whistle” to shameless Calvin Klein cosplay.  But while the internet argued, Wall Street cheered. On Wednesday, Sept. 3, American Eagle Outfitters Inc. (NYSE: AEO) announced second-quarter earnings that smashed expectations: $103 million in operating income (up 2%), $1.28 b…
NY EMT Plates Revoked For Swastika-Covered Cadillac Driver, DMV Confirms NY EMT Plates Revoked For Swastika-Covered Cadillac Driver, DMV Confirms
NY EMT Plates Revoked For Swastika-Covered Cadillac Driver, DMV Confirms New York’s DMV has revoked specialty EMT license plates from a Cadillac plastered with swastikas and antisemitic graffiti that was seen parked on a North Jersey street last month. Following a request from Democratic Assemblyman Kalman Yeger, of Brooklyn, the DMV replaced the EMT plates with standard issued ones, according to a letter from DMV Commissioner Mark Schroeder obtained by Yeshiva World News. “The Department of Motor Vehicles is appalled by the hate speech portrayed on the vehicle in the images accompanying your correspondence,” Schroeder wrote. “DMV abhors antisemitism in all its …
FCC Clears Paramount-Skydance Deal, Critics Slam 'Cowardly Capitulation' To Trump FCC Clears Paramount-Skydance Deal, Critics Slam 'Cowardly Capitulation' To Trump
FCC Clears Paramount-Skydance Deal, Critics Slam 'Cowardly Capitulation' To Trump The Federal Communications Commission has approved Skydance Media's $8 billion takeover of Paramount Global, which critics have blasted as a move to appease President Donald Trump. The FCC cleared the deal in a 2-1 partisan vote on Thursday, July 24, officially creating the Paramount Skydance Corporation. The approval comes about three weeks after Paramount agreed to pay $16 million to settle a lawsuit from Trump that many legal experts called frivolous. In approving the deal, the FCC said Skydance has committed to what the two Republican commissioners consider to be "unbiased journali…
Best Company To Work For In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Bard College Best Company To Work For In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Bard College
Best Company To Work For In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Bard College We are thrilled to announce that Bard College has been named Best Company to Work For in the Hudson Valley in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Founded in 1860, Bard College has long been known for its commitment to progressive education and innovation, and that philosophy extends to its employees, per its website. The college prides itself on its diverse community, strong benefits, and a work culture that supports intellectual and personal development, according to its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in the Hudson Valley…
Northeast Cities Among Most Diverse In US: Here's What A New Study Says Northeast Cities Among Most Diverse In US: Here's What A New Study Says
Northeast Cities Among Most Diverse In US: Here's What A New Study Says The US population is rapidly diversifying, with cities in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic at the forefront, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 ranking of the nation's Most Diverse Cities on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Three Maryland communities topped the list of 501 locations, which were evaluated based on socioeconomic, cultural, economic, household, and religious diversity. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 10.2 percent of Americans identified as multiracial in 2020, a sharp increase from just 2.9 percent in 2010. "The most diverse cities demonstrate diversity in many …
White House Valentine's Day Post Playing Off 'Roses Are Red' Poem Sparks Controversy White House Valentine's Day Post Playing Off 'Roses Are Red' Poem Sparks Controversy
White House Valentine's Day Post Playing Off 'Roses Are Red' Poem Sparks Controversy A Valentine’s Day post from the White House social media accounts sparked controversy after featuring a rhyme about illegal immigration, drawing sharp reactions from both supporters and critics. The post, shared across X, Instagram, and Facebook, reimagined the classic "roses are red, violets are blue" poem with a political twist: "Roses are red, violets are blue, come here illegally, and we’ll deport you." Set against a pink backdrop, the poem was accompanied by images of President Donald Trump and border czar Tom Homan, with the caption “Happy Valentine’s Day” followed by a red heart emo…
Mayor Confirms ICE Activity In Hudson Valley, Agents Looking For Person With Criminal Record Mayor Confirms ICE Activity In Hudson Valley, Agents Looking For Person With Criminal Record
Mayor Confirms ICE Activity In Hudson Valley, Agents Looking For Person With Criminal Record Peekskill Mayor Vivian C. McKenzie has addressed an early-morning operation by federal immigration authorities, clarifying that the city's police department had no involvement and reaffirming Peekskill’s commitment to protecting all residents. According to McKenzie, Peekskill Police Chief Leo Dylewski was informed on Friday morning, Jan. 31, that federal agencies, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), were operating in the city in search of an individual with a criminal record. However, local law enforcement was not involved in the operation.  "The Peekskill Police …
Leader Of Hudson Valley School District Named NYS Superintendent Of Year Leader Of Hudson Valley School District Named NYS Superintendent Of Year
Leader Of Hudson Valley School District Named NYS Superintendent Of Year The head of a Westchester County school district has been awarded a top honor for superintendents in New York State.  Tarrytown Union Free School District Superintendent Raymond Sanchez was named the Superintendent of the Year for 2025 by the New York State Council of School Superintendents, the organization announced on Monday, Sept. 23. Council President Lars Clemensen, the superintendent of the Hampton Bays School District on Long Island, explained the reasons why Sanchez was chosen:  "Ray’s recognition as the New York State Superintendent of the Year is a testa…