Did NYC Mayor Just Ban Glass Skyscrapers?

Medicine & Technology Aug 24, 2019

During a press conference held on Earth Day, Bill DeBlasio, the mayor of New York, seemed to have threatened to ban glass skyscrapers, which was later clarified in his speech.

NYC Sets Emission Cap, Building Owners to Retrofit their Properties with Upgrades

Apr 26, 2019

It is time for people to exert more effort in helping the environment cope up with the damages.

The New York City Mayor Announces $32 Million Plan To Decrease Rat Infestation

Jul 13, 2017

The New York City Mayor has recently announced a $32 million plan to reduce the rat infestation in the city.

Zika Virus Again: Asian Tiger Backyard Mosquito Poses Carrier Threat As Similar Traces Were Found

Apr 17, 2017

Find out about Zika's second possible carrier, Asian tiger mosquitoes here.

The Long Wait Is Over! Samsung Galaxy S8 Is Finally Coming This March

Feb 28, 2017

After the unfortunate situation that Samsung has been through, they are now again back with the much awaited Samsung Galaxy S8.

Scientists Found 520-Million-Year Old Trilobite Eggs In New York With Sex Organs On Their Heads

Feb 24, 2017

Scientists found 520 million years old fossil of Trilobite from the upstate of New York. the specimen was fossilized at pyrite. Lead researcher Thomas A. Hegna and his team found eggs from the back of their head.

NYC Cab-Hailing App to Compete with Uber

Sep 02, 2015

The innovative new app that dare compete with Uber will be launched in a few weeks.

Legionnaires' Outbreak Kills 4th Victim

Aug 06, 2015

The Government has already taken its step to stop the spreading cases and inspected the 20 buildings for the present of Legionnaires bacteria.

Legionnaires' Outbreak Kills 4th Victim

Aug 06, 2015

The Government has already taken its step to stop the spreading cases and inspected the 20 buildings for the present of Legionnaires bacteria.

The Foodies Beneath Our Feet—Urban Ants Like Human Food Too

Apr 01, 2015

It might be a sad fact, but in our daily lives, the most obvious example of species cohabitation may just be that of humans and ants. Now they’re not man’s best friend, that’s an obvious fact, but these little pests get away with a lot and whether we like it our not they tend to keep coming back. But when researchers looked into the tiny species, they revealed that the reason for their blissful cohabitation may be a lot more similar to why dogs like human homes as well—namely table scraps.

Fire, Explosion Leave 4 People In Critical Condition In NYC

Mar 29, 2015

An explosion ripped through the Sushi Park Restaurant in Manhattan, collapsing two buildings and injuring dozens of people.

What Tactics Can Help You Survive A Zombie Apocalypse? Researchers Have the Answer

Mar 08, 2015

Think that you’ve got what it takes to survive a zombie apocalypse? Well you may be right. But if you’re training in the city, a new study may reveal that your survival rate is significantly affected, in the event that a zombie-like infection were on the loose.

‘The Interview’ Goes Back to Its Theater Roots—Live Reading in NYC this Saturday

Dec 23, 2014

Even in the face of potential international warfare, public acclaim and the media win the popular vote. So it comes as no surprise that since Sony Pictures pulled the plug last week on the release of controversial comedy “The Interview”, the people have demanded another option to see what’s ruffling international feathers—and Sony has answered them with a unique alternative. While cinemagoers will not be pleased to miss out on the comedic makings of Seth Rogen and James Franco, the stars of the newly banned film, theatergoers will be able to watch a live reading of the movie’s screenplay on Saturday Dec. 27 at New York’s Treehouse Theater.

Crytptic New Species of Leopard Frog Found in New York City

Oct 30, 2014

For a field-based ecologist, the continental United States is pretty much a textbook of well-known organisms. The thrilling new species often making front-page news are more likely to found in the tropics or open-oceans, than in the plains of the Midwest or the large metropolis cities of the East and West coasts. With such well-defined niche habitats, the species in the United States aren’t too surprising to the experienced biologist, however, sometimes new life can be found where you’d least expect it. No, we’re not talking about the mutant turtles in the sewers of New York City, but it does appear the jam-packed hub may be home to another unique amphibian, colloquially known as the “Atlantic Coast Leopard Frog”.