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Postal Service union protests outsources of jobs
protesters were concerned about the loss of existing Postal Service jobs – and along with them, the training, higher wages, and health care benefits they offered.
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The Pope in NYC
Poep Francis brings his message of love, hope and acceptance to the city. But he also brings inconvenience and controversy.
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Lawmakers press to make Stonewall Inn a National Park
As one of the few bars that openly welcomed LGBT people in the 1950s and 1960s, it became a place of acceptance for the poorest and most discriminated LGBT members. Police raids on gay bars were common and eventually protests and violence erupted at Stonewall Inn after LGBT members fought back.
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New York based trade show stimulates fashion business
New York City generates more than $15 billion in annual sales—and this makes New York City the largest retail market in the US, according to the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC).
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Photoville harmonizes people, their phones, and photography
As a free event that is open to the public, the untraditional space liberates the viewers from expectations often associated with museums and brick and mortar galleries.
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Palestinian anger over Al Aqsa Mosque heard in Times Square
About 200 people attended the Times Square demonstration, which was part of a two day effort.
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A plea to fix Human Trafficking Intervention Courts
Human trafficking is a big problem in New York, and still largely affects areas in the Queens and the Bronx.
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“Beat the Dean” raises awarness of prostate cancer through pushups
While some participated in the competition, others informed guests about prostate cancer, and what they or a loved one could do to prevent it.
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Dozens march against gun violence
City officials, residents, chaplains, community outreach organizations, and residents of all races, walked a mile, praying and chanting to Ebbets Field.
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OWS Anniversary met with a cry for more affordable housing
But the impact of high housing prices on their lives wasn’t the only thing drawing people to the park.