MAGNA CARTA

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The great charter turns 800 years old today. It established the principle that no man was above the law not even the king. ABSOLUTELY NO ONE. President, Prime Ministers, Politicians, Police, Bosses, Condo Boards...etc.

This charter is revered as a cornerstone of democracy, with famous principles such as the right to justice and a fair trial stemming from its inception.

With only four of the original copies from 1215 in existence, and as you can imagine is priceless and holds powerful words. In 2007, a somewhat younger copy from 1297 sold for $21.3 million at auction.

CAROLINA SHARK ATTACKS

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Teenagers were seriously injured during two separate shark attacks at the same N. Carolina town on Sunday and terrifying beach goers by comparing the scene to the movie "Jaws."

N. Carolina shark attacks leaves second teen severely hurt http://fxn.ws/1MV1jY9 pic.twitter.com/CVqDRLxENY

Two teens injured in shark attacks at North Carolina island resort http://reut.rs/1IWeppE

Two Teens Mauled in Separate Shark Attacks at North Carolina Beach - ABC News http://n-forall.ml/1BckYBU

Two teenagers injured in separate shark attacks off N.C. coast http://usat.ly/1JOTTXZ

GLOBAL UNION

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Back in the 1800s, the concept of a world without boundaries was about globalization and interests of countries.

The idea was that by removing boundaries, there would be an upward swing in pride as international citizens. However, a maximum supremacy is attained without borders, but its a long road to travel for this objective.

USA FLAG DAY

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The Stars and Stripes became the flag of the United States of America back in June 14, 1777. At Betsy Ross' house in Philadelphia is reportedly the site where this famous seamstress and flag-maker lived when she sewed our first American Flag.

In our home, flag day is every day. It is obvious to any visitor who enters my home, who can see countless US flags adorning the inside and outside.

CYCLONE CYCLES

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After yet another breakdown for the second time so far this year, a group of passengers had to descend and walk from the top of "Cyclone" roller coaster in Coney Island, NYC.

Several people slowly climbed down the wooden structure after the train they were traveling in stopped at one of the highest parts of the route.

No injuries were reported and several passengers later explained to local media they heard a loud pop before the vehicle stopped.

PUERTO RICO PRIDE

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Today will be 57th edition of New York’s annual Puerto Rican Parade, with floats, marchers, dancers and much more to attract millions of spectators and tens of thousands of participants.

This national event is so well known and the parade is so popular that NYC residents anywhere in the vicinity can expect traffic and other congestion.

Rita Moreno to cruise down 5th Avenue as grand marshal of Puerto Rican Day Parade http://7online.com/781064/ via @ABC7NY

NATIONAL GET OUTDOORS DAY

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Just get out there and do it now before you waste the day away.

Participants from federal agencies, nonprofit organizations and the recreation industry are teaming up to host the 8th annual National Get Outdoors Day (GO Day) to encourage healthy, active outdoor fun at sites across the nation.

NET NEUTRALITY NOW?

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The future is now. Net Neutrality may be here to stay. Back in February the Federal Communications Commission passed an Open Internet Order to reclassify broadband as a utility under Title II of the Communications Act.

This is the mechanism the agency uses to protect against throttling, blocking, and content fast lanes. Almost four months later, these new net neutrality protections have finally gone into effect.

STEAM BATH

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USA East Coast will be a steam bath today and storms will pelt the Rockies and Great Lakes region.

Expect showers and t-storms across the U.S., including the Rockies, the Plains and the Great Lakes. T-storms are also moving from the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee Valley, as well as in New England.

THE REGIONAL WEATHER SUMMARY...

MULTILINGUAL TOURS

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ENJOY MULTILINGUAL CITY ISLAND TOURS WHICH ARE NOW AVAILABLE IN SEVERAL LANGUAGES

CITY ISLAND IS THE BEST KEPT SECRET IN NEW YORK CITY http://www.cityislandchamber.org/

Designed for international tourists and visitors who are interested in testing their multilingual skills.

CITY IMAGES offers fascinating City Island Tours in English, Chinese, and Spanish. See the sights, learn the history, savor the seafood and enjoy it all.

NYC is the immigration capital of this country and it is definitely among the most international of global cities. No other city on earth can offer the kind of melting pot diversity one gets from walking the streets. As such, it is only appropriate that there be a top-notch tour guide of City Island in an array of languages to welcome our international friends.

City Images goes above and beyond its already amazing offering of specialty tours, bringing you the Multilingual Tour. Choose a tour in a language that makes you feel most at home, whether it’s in English, Chinese, or Spanish. Other languages are available.

CITY IMAGES: www.cimages.me (212) 300-7492 Post Office Box 147 City Island, NYC, NY 10464

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