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U.S. Raking in Record Levels from Tariffs in 2025: Outpacing Prior Decade – $23 Billion in May…
				
In April 2025, the U.S. government collected more than $16 billion in customs duties, followed by $23 billion in May and $27.2 billion in June, according to monthly budget reports from the U.S. Treasury.  File photo: Lightboxx, licensed.
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Long Island Emerges as National Leader in USPS Delivery Efficiency Following Major Facility Upgrades
				A customer enters a USPS location in Long Island which has recently become a national leader in mail delivery speed and efficiency, following major infrastructure upgrades at postal facilities in Huntington Station and Hicksville. These!-->…					
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AI Search Tools Are Steadily Chipping Away at Google’s Dominance in Web Search; Now 5.6% of U.S.…
				A smartphone displays the Perplexity AI homepage with the tagline “Where knowledge begins,” while the company’s logo appears in the background. Perplexity is one of several emerging AI-powered search tools gaining traction with users!-->…					
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Trump Visits Federal Reserve, Pressures Powell for Rate Cut in Rare Public Confrontation
				A digital screen displays images of President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell against a backdrop of fluctuating stock market data. The visual captures the growing tension between the White House and the Fed as Trump!-->…					
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Manes American Peace Prize Nomination Spotlights Trump’s Global Diplomacy
				Digitally generated image created with AI to illustrate President Donald J. Trump receiving a ceremonial check for the Manes American Peace Prize. This depiction is a visual representation and not an actual photograph. Created to accompany!-->…					
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New York Leads Lawsuit Against Rule Cutting Off Federal Aid for Undocumented Migrants
				New York Attorney General Letitia James, who is leading a multistate lawsuit challenging a new federal rule requiring immigration-status checks for access to safety-net services. The lawsuit argues the policy unlawfully limits access to!-->…					
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CBS Cancels ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ Amid Political Backlash and Financial Pressures
				Stephen Colbert, longtime host of The Late Show, brought sharp political satire and wit to late-night television since taking over in 2015. Known for his outspoken critiques of former President Trump and cultural commentary, Colbert became!-->…					
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Kai Trump Signs Landmark NIL Deal with Energy Brand Accelerator
				With this latest deal, Kai Trump positions herself at the intersection of sports, business, and digital influence - a space few athletes navigate as fluidly at such a young age. As she enters collegiate competition this fall, her growing!-->…					
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Long Island Home Sellers See Strong Opportunities Amid Tight Inventory and Rising Prices in 2025
				As of June 2025, median home prices in Nassau County are approximately $785,900, and in Suffolk County about $649,874. That reflects a 7.9% increase in Nassau and an 8.5% increase in Suffolk year-over-year. Earlier in Q1 2025, Nassau even!-->…					
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High-Tech Robotic Dog Now Patrolling Long Island Construction Sites in Push Toward Automation and…
				Spot is a four-legged robotic platform developed by Boston Dynamics. It’s designed to autonomously navigate complex environments like construction sites, gathering visual and spatial data. Spot is being used to enhance existing workflows,!-->…					
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$9.5 Million in Federal Funds Awarded to Long Island Airports for Safety and Infrastructure Upgrades
				Republic Airport, located in East Farmingdale in Suffolk County, is one of Long Island’s most important aviation hubs for general aviation, charter flights, and flight training. Unlike commercial airports such as MacArthur, Republic serves!-->…					
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Rock and Roll Duo Nelson Set to Perform at Patchogue Theatre This September; “(Can’t Live Without…
				Their appearance in Patchogue will feature a mix of original hits and musical tributes to their late father, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee who began his career on the classic television series The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.!-->…					
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Pharma Insider Speaks Freely in O’Keefe’s Latest Undercover Sting; “None Of That Stuff Was Safe And…
				Johnson & Johnson was one of the major pharmaceutical companies involved in the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Its vaccine, developed by Janssen Pharmaceuticals (a J&J subsidiary), was granted Emergency Use Authorization!-->…					
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Nassau County Posts 173 First-Time Foreclosure Filings in Q2 – 31% Spike Makes It the Busiest…
				These figures are particularly concerning for Nassau, a county that traditionally sees less volatility in housing distress compared to its urban neighbors. Analysts suggest the increase may be driven by a combination of factors, including!-->…					
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George Santos to Begin 87-Month Prison Term for Fraud, Identity Theft; To Surrender By July 25;…
				Former U.S. Congressman George Santos, 36, is required to surrender to federal authorities by July 25. He will also serve two years of supervised release upon completing his sentence. In addition to prison time, the court ordered Santos to!-->…					
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MacArthur and LaGuardia Airports Land Spots on Washington Post’s Top 50 List; Macarthur Highest…
				MacArthur Airport, operated by the Town of Islip, was the highest-ranked airport in New York State and the only one from Long Island to make the list. Known for its ease of navigation and lack of congestion compared to larger metropolitan!-->…					
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Scoop by Scoop: Long Island Ice Cream Tour Celebrates 15 Sweet Years This Summer; East – July…
				The grassroots ice cream crawl, created in 2011 by co-founders Jeff Noreman and Derek Steen, showcases the best homemade ice cream and gelato from family-owned shops across the Island. Each stop features homemade, small-batch ice cream,!-->…					
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Long Island’s Taglio Pizza Named One of Top 100 Pizzerias in the World; #3 In the United…
				Taglio specializes in pizza al taglio, a Roman-style pizza served by the slice and baked in rectangular blue-steel pans. The dough undergoes a 72-hour fermentation process, resulting in a light and crispy base that supports unique toppings!-->…					
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Failed Cuomo-era Bridge Lighting Project Nets Loss Of Over $100 Million For NYS Ratepayers,…
				The initiative, known as the “Harbor of Lights” project, was originally touted by then-Governor Andrew Cuomo as a plan to dramatically illuminate key bridges and tunnels throughout the New York City metropolitan area. File photo: lev!-->…					
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House Advances Landmark Crypto Legislation: What the CLARITY Act Could Mean for the Future of…
				House of Representatives is preparing to vote on the Digital Asset Market Structure and Investor Clarity Act (H.R. 3633) is a proposed federal law aimed at defining how digital assets like cryptocurrencies are regulated in the United!-->…					
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“Big Beautiful Bill” Brings Huge Tax Relief to Homeowners; Adds Pressure on “Able-Bodied” Public…
				However, while the bill offers financial relief to working households, it also imposes stricter requirements for those receiving Medicaid and SNAP benefits. Under the new rules, able-bodied adults between the ages of 18 and 64 must work a!-->…					
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Logan Paul’s Prime Drink Sales Collapse in U.S. and U.K. as Consumer Hype Fades
				Prime, the energy and hydration drink brand launched by American YouTuber Logan Paul and British influencer KSI, is experiencing a dramatic downturn in sales across both the U.S. and U.K. markets. Once a viral sensation, the brand’s!-->…					
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Did the Big Mac Really Shrink by 40%? Unpacking the Viral Claim About McDonald’s Iconic Burger
				According to the Big Mac Index maintained by The Economist, the U.S. average in 2024 was around $5.69, though prices vary based on location, taxes, and franchise pricing. Shrinkflation changes often happen gradually and subtly, making them!-->…					
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Publications Calling U.S. Strike An “Illegal Bombing of Iran” Should Be Viewed With Caution
				In a media environment already plagued by polarization and misinformation, precision in language is essential. Publications that recklessly declare U.S. military actions “illegal” without legal basis are peddling narrative, not news - and!-->…					
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Are Your Baby’s Diapers Safe? New York Becomes First State to Mandate Ingredient Labels on…
				Under the new legislation, manufacturers are obligated to list all intentionally added ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight. Labels must be printed in plain language, in a conspicuous format, and include percentages!-->…					
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NYT v. OpenAI: Court Order Requires Everything You Ask ChatGPT Be Saved; Historic Copyright Case…
				Unless you're using a special privacy mode (like ChatGPT Team or Enterprise with data controls), your prompts and the AI’s responses are stored and may be reviewed by OpenAI for system improvement. A recent court order now requires these!-->…					
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USDA Pulls Back on Biden-Era Salmonella Rule, Drawing Fresh Debate; What It Means for Long Island…
				USDA estimates suggested the rule might have prevented approximately 125,000 cases of salmonellosis linked to chicken and 43,000 linked to turkey each year. Meanwhile, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports around!-->…					
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Paywalls Expand Across Long Island News Outlets, Raising Questions About Future of Local Journalism
				Paywalls may hinder access to essential information for residents, especially during emergencies, community updates, and local government coverage. Younger generations, in particular, are less likely to pay for news content and more likely!-->…					
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Downstate Casino Licensing Process Begins: What It Means for Long Island
				Upstate gaming sites already contribute revenue to public education and infrastructure. As New York enters the downstate phase, local officials and community advocates are monitoring not only economic impacts but also concerns related to!-->…					
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Trump Media Begins Beta Testing Global TV Streaming
				Trump Media and Technology Group Corp., operator of the social media platform Truth Social, the streaming platform Truth+, and the FinTech brand Truth.Fi, announced today that the Company has begun beta testing the launch of Truth+!-->…					
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