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Mark Zuckerberg directed Meta to create a prediction markets app

NEW YORK — Polymarket and Kalshi, prediction markets on which users can bet on outcomes as varied as the Super Bowl and the length of the State of the Union address, have been some of the fastest growing destinations on the internet.

Bangkok Post

Mamdani-backed candidates sweep Democratic primaries in New York City

Trio of progressives endorsed by New York mayor win closely watched races, highlighting his growing influence

The Guardian - US

New York leads four-state primary elections, in photos

New York’s closely watched primary elections took center stage Tuesday as congressional races tested the political influence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, while voters also cast ballots in Maryland, South Carolina and Utah.

The Independent UK

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NBA Draft 2026 picks, results: Full list of players picked by New York Knicks, Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies, Chicago Bulls, Los Angeles Clippers

NBA Draft 2026 is happening on Tuesday as NBA teams are looking to bolster their side.

The Economic Times

McClain Delaney defeats predecessor Trone in Maryland primary

Maryland Rep. April McClain Delaney fought back a challenge from her predecessor Tuesday, joining two Utah Republicans in holding on to their House seats on a night that saw two Democratic colleagues from New York lose their bids for renomination. McClain Delaney was leading former Rep. David Trone 44 percent…

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South Carolina, New York, Maryland, Utah primary elections results: Polls closed in 4 states, who is winning and who is losing

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson won a runoff election on Tuesday, swiftly routing the candidate initially endorsed by President Donald Trump to be the Republican nominee for governor.

The Economic Times

Dream job: US soccer fans paid to watch every World Cup game

NEW YORK - It might just be the greatest job in the world.

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Goldman, Espaillat lose New York primaries to Mamdani-backed challengers

Two House Democrats from New York City lost their reelection bids Tuesday to challengers backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a sign that the 34-year-old’s political capital remains high six months into his term. In the 10th District, based in Lower Manhattan and western Brooklyn, Brad Lander was…

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New York’s primaries are litmus test on whether Democrats are serious about taking on MAGA

ANALYSIS : Four congressional primaries will determine if Democrats can have a workable majority should they take back the House. But, Eric Garcia writes, it’s also a proxy war between Hakeem Jeffries and Zohran Mamdani

The Independent UK

After the Knicks and World Cup, New York is ready for another challenge: the Olympics

“The time is now to return the Olympic flame back to New York,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said.

Fortune

New York eyes 2042 Winter Olympics with Lake Placid-NYC bid concept

New York has launched a year-long review into whether Lake Placid and New York City could jointly host a future Winter Olympics

The Guardian - US

How New York's Scaffold Law and Section 240 Affect Commercial Real Estate Development, Construction Insurance Pricing, and Investment

For commercial real estate developers, construction insurers, and the broader investment community that finances New York City's continuing building boom, the Scaffold Law is one of the most distinctive features of doing business in the state.

International Business Times

US visa rejected: “Did you watch the FIFA match?” and “Why do you want to travel to New York?” — how simple questions led to interview rejections at Delhi consulate

A viral Reddit post detailing US visa interview experiences at the Delhi Consulate reveals that weak or unconvincing answers, not just documentation, can lead to rejections. Examples include a sports fan who hadn't watched any matches and a traveler citing a city's fame as their sole reason. The author's own…

The Economic Times

I went to behind the scenes at exclusive ITV Sport World Cup studio on Brooklyn rooftop - here's how they did it

ITV Sport's New York studio location has had everybody talking during the 2026 World Cup

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The Guardian - US

New York lawmaker calls it ‘sad’ that cafe banned him over his pro-Israel views

Poetica Coffee in Brooklyn now faces DoJ investigation after sharing post criticizing Democrat Dan Goldman

International Business Times UK

'Exploited His Position': School VP Faces Federal Charges Over Child Pornography and Infant Abuse Material

A New York school board vice president faces federal and state charges for possessing child sexual abuse material, prompting swift action from school officials to remove him from office.

The Independent UK

The unexpected winners of the World Cup? Americans

IN FOCUS: Holly Baxter writes about the unexpectedly heartwarming and heartrending moments — from Freddy the German to Norwegian longboats on the New York City subway and an unlikely social media star from Cape Verde — that have played out on the sidelines of 2026’s World Cup

Latin Times

Maduro Breaks Silence From New York Detention, Praising Chávez, Bolívar and His Own Father

Nicolás Maduro has broken his public silence nearly six months after being removed from Venezuela and taken to New York by U.S. authorities, using Father's Day to publish a lengthy message describing what he called the "five dimensions" of being a father.

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Medical Daily

Research Confirms Traffic Noise Raises Cardiovascular Disease Risk by 7.5 Percent in Neighborhoods Near Roads

A 2026 prospective cohort study links every major road noise increase to a 7.5% higher CVD risk. About 90% of NYC residents exceed EPA noise safety guidelines.

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53 Historical Posts That Feel Like Time Travel

In 1942, a bear named Wojtek was enlisted in the Polish army. He became a private and even got promoted to a corporal, but these are only a couple of details from his fascinating story. Similarly, history books don’t teach us much about Mary Anderson, a 37-year-old New Yorker who…

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Joe Jonas lists home for sale

Joe Jonas is seeling his luxury apartment in New York City.

The Times of India

Hidden in 18 New York City restaurants, air pollution in kitchen spaces reached a median PM2.5 level of 79.6 micrograms per cubic meter, and scientists say some spikes climbed into the thousands, raising new questions about what restaurant workers breathe all shift

Restaurant kitchens are often hotter and noisier, but a new study reveals a hidden danger: dangerously high levels of fine particulate pollution. Researchers found indoor kitchen air quality can plummet during cooking, exceeding outdoor safety standards significantly. This invisible threat poses serious health risks to hospitality workers, highlighting the critical…

The Times of India

In 1904, chestnut blight was first reported at a New York zoo: By 1950, it had killed 4 billion American chestnut trees across the East

Once a dominant force in Eastern American forests, the majestic American chestnut faced near extinction due to a devastating fungal blight introduced in 1904. This Asian fungus, to which native trees had no immunity, rapidly decimated billions of trees within decades. The loss profoundly impacted ecosystems and economies. While efforts…

The Guardian - US

AI in the classroom prompts tide of concern from US parents and experts

While tech companies and Trump have been pushing teachers to use AI in the classroom, many argue that there is little evidence that it would actually help children

The Guardian - US

New York primaries: three Mamdani allies clinch Democratic nominations and Kennedy heir loses to self-confessed ‘nerd’ – as it happened

Good night for progressives in New York, with wins for Brad Lander, Claire Valdez and Darializa Avila Chevalier; Micah Lasher beats Jack Schlossberg and Alex Bores in key New York House district

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