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Brooklyn woman opens her Trader Joe’s Hot Honey Popcorn. What she allegedly finds inside ruins the snack forever: ‘Manager was horrified’

Trader Joe’s has already had massive recalls this year.

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In 1850s, a Brooklyn scientist imported 16 English sparrows to eat urban caterpillars; by 1915, the invasive birds had spread across America

House sparrows were introduced to America in 1850, which quickly led to their widespread establishment. These birds, initially intended to control insects, primarily consume seeds and grains. They rapidly spread across the continent within approximately fifty years after their introduction. Today, house sparrows compete with native birds for nesting sites…

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In 1851, New York released house sparrows to eat caterpillars damaging city trees; within 50 years, the birds had colonised nearly the entire continental US

House sparrows were introduced to Brooklyn in 1851 to control insect pests. These birds rapidly spread across North America, adapting to various environments. Their adaptability allowed them to nest in human-made structures, aiding their expansion. This successful introduction created new problems by displacing native bird species. The house sparrow's story…

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Brooklyn woman finds soggy rugs on a Bushwick sidewalk and takes them home. A week later, she was in jail, ‘sobbing’ as the police handcuffed her

She planned to clean and reuse them for a client

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Mexican drug kingpin Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada to be sentenced in US to life in prison

Mexican drug kingpin Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada faces sentencing Monday for his role in the Sinaloa Cartel. He admitted to shipping millions of kilograms of cocaine over decades as a cartel leader. Zambada agreed to a plea deal last year, avoiding the death penalty. He was arrested in July 2024…

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Top US prosecutor will not dispute DOJ decision to drop Gautam Adani's criminal case

Brooklyn's top federal prosecutor stated he had no basis to dispute the Justice Department's decision. He was not the decisionmaker behind dropping the fraud and bribery case against Gautam Adani. The case involved alleged bribes for a solar power plant development in India. Adani's lawyers and the conglomerate have consistently…

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Ariana Grande handles technical glitches at Brooklyn concert like a pro

Ariana Grande shrugged off multiple sound glitches at her Barclays Center show, with fans jumping in to sing as she pushed on with her Eternal Sunshine Tour.

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This New York startup offers $18,000 housing stipend to live in one of America's most expensive neighbourhoods. But there's a catch

Rilla, an AI firm, offers employees an $18,000 housing stipend annually. This benefit helps offset high living costs in Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood. The company also provides three meals daily and gym facilities for its staff. Employees generally work twelve-hour shifts for six days each week. This demanding schedule is part…

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AI company CEO pays $1.7 million a year so employees can live in one of America's most expensive neighbourhoods

An artificial intelligence start-up is making headlines for an employee benefit rarely seen in the corporate world. New York-based AI sales software company Rilla spends around $1.7 million every year on housing stipends, helping employees live near its headquarters in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, one of America's most expensive neighbourhoods. The initiative…

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New York fitness influencer praises the men who foiled an abduction, but his Instagram audience has a reality check: ‘They didn’t help her’

The viral TikTok video that captured a frightening assault at a New York subway station has returned as fitness influencer James Cappola weighed in on the situation a year later. The footage shows a 20-year-old woman struggling against a man on a J train platform at the Norwood Avenue station…

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Coffee Shops and Political Combat

A controversy in Brooklyn

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Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and Xander Zayas put promise to test in Brooklyn clash

Two of America’s brightest stars-in-waiting have been earmarked for greatness since adolescence. On Saturday, one will take a decisive step toward fulfilling that promise

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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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Jewish Congressman Dan Goldman Reacts To Being Banned From Brooklyn Coffee Shop Over Israel Stance

A Jewish Congressman who has said he supports the existence of the state of Israel was publicly banned by a Brooklyn coffee shop after stopping by for coffee.

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I went 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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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

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'It doesn't taste like genocide juice': Brooklyn cafe snubs Democrat Rep Dan Goldman, says 'we didn't recognize you, would have turned you right away'

Poetica, a cafe in Brooklyn, sparked controversy by posting a now-removed message refusing service to Congressman Dan Goldman over his pro-Israel stance. Goldman said he visited the cafe only for his daughter’s restroom needs and bought a cup of coffee as a token of thanks. The Department of Justice is…

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New Yorkers vote as Democrats weigh competing visions in era of Trump

Democratic primary elections to test strength of party’s left flank as old guard faces string of challenges

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"We don't serve genocide enablers, don’t ever come to Poetica": NYC coffee shop bans pro-Israel politician Dan Goldman, issues him refund

A Brooklyn coffee shop, Poetica Coffee, sparked a political firestorm by publicly shaming and refunding Congressman Dan Goldman's order, citing his stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict. The café's strong condemnation, calling him a 'genocide enabler,' drew sharp criticism for contradicting its own inclusive mission statement. Goldman responded by highlighting the…

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New York boy finds mom’s dead body with throat slit; ‘someone followed her home,’ says husband

A teenage boy made a horrifying discovery when he found his mother dead with her throat slit inside their Brooklyn home.

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Pakistani-American businessman caught in $38,000,000 adult day care scam; Prosecutors say millions were hidden as 'laddu' payments

A Pakistani-American businessman, Pervez Siddiqui, and seven associates face charges for an alleged $38 million Medicaid fraud scheme. Prosecutors claim they submitted fraudulent reimbursement requests for services at two Brooklyn adult day care centers that were exaggerated or never provided. The scheme allegedly ran from 2019 to December 2025, with…

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Pakistani-American businessman charged in $38 million adult day care scam in Brooklyn; disguised funds as ‘laddu’ payments

A prominent Pakistani-American businessman and several associates have been accused of running a massive $38 million Medicaid fraud scheme through two Brooklyn adult day care centres, reports the New York Post.

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'I didn’t realise how big ITV was! I just try and deliver analysis like I'm talking to my mum in her living room' Emma Hayes explains her punditry to FourFourTwo

ITV's Brooklyn set boasts a bespoke learning corner to fill those dastardly hydration breaks

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Who Is Sarah Pidgeon? 'Love Story' Star Spotted Getting Cozy with Taylor Swift's Ex Joe Alwyn

Sarah Pidgeon and Joe Alwyn are reportedly dating after being seen kissing in Brooklyn. Pidgeon, known for her role in 'Love Story', has a promising acting career.

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'Your New Girl Is My Clone'? Swifties Go Wild Over Joe Alwyn's Rumoured New Love Sarah Pidgeon After Brooklyn Sighting

Joe Alwyn and Sarah Pidgeon spark dating rumours after Brooklyn PDA photos, as TikTok users react with viral comments and Swift song references

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