Some politicians who do not like the press coverage they receive resort to publishing their own spin on their points of views, instead of news. Its called propaganda and they attempt to disguise it as news.
Taxpayer-funded news services intended to provide pr-written news stories for public consumption, as well as underhanded attempting to break news about various administration comings and goings are contrary to a free press.
Much has been written and many theories have developed by people commemorating the September 11 attacks of 2001 on The World Trade Center in NYC. The following images may be able to either shine a light on the events of September 11, or cloud the issues surrounding this fateful day for US.
On the 14th anniversary of the attacks, video versions continue to develop supporting various viewpoints on this day of terror.
The World Trade Center site looks like 14 years after 9/11 http://ti.me/1IZYLUj via @TIME
The NYPD is black and blue in the face again after roughing up and arresting the wrong suspect. Once again, it was a person of color, but also a former US tennis star James Blake.
A top-10 professional tennis player says he was slammed to the ground outside his hotel in Midtown Manhattan after being confused for a suspect involved a credit card fraud investigation.
Bratton on Arrest of James Blake http://nyti.ms/1i1K9hq via @nytvideo
N.Y. police chief apologizes to arrested ex-tennis star http://reut.rs/1LZF1EZ via @Reuters
The majority US households are PAY-TV subscribers, according to new consumer research from Leichtman Research Group, which finds that about 83% of all households nationwide subscribe to some form of pay-TV service. The percentage of households that subscribe to a pay-TV service is down from 87% in 2010, but up from 81% in 2005.
NYC Extends Swimming Season Through September 13 at Rockaway Beach in Queens, Coney Island & Brighton Beaches in Brooklyn, Midland and South Beaches in Staten Island, and last but not least, Orchard Beach, The Bronx.
New Yorkers will enjoy an extended swimming season at NYC’s most popular
beaches beginning Tuesday, September 8. Stretches of Rockaway Beach in Queens, Coney Island and Brighton Beaches in Brooklyn, Midland and South Beaches in Staten Island, and Orchard Beach in the Bronx will remain open through September 13. The FY16 budget
provides $687,000 to fund lifeguards, maintenance workers and other parks staff for the additional week. The final swimming day for NYC beaches has traditionally been Labor Day; this year’s extension adds a full six beach days to the calendar.
The beaches operating on an extended schedule will open daily from 10 AM
to 6 PM. For updates on which sections of the beaches are open, visit www.nyc.gov/parks/beaches
“New York City’s shoreline is one of our greatest treasures, and this year we have more time to enjoy it. Led by Council Speaker Mark-Viverito and Parks Committee Chair Mark Levine, the strong demand for this extended schedule is a clear illustration that our resilience and recovery efforts have succeeded in restoring our beaches for all New Yorkers,” said Mayor Bill de Blasio.
“With 14 miles of the world’s greatest city beaches, New York truly is a beach town – and any beach town worth its sand is happy to squeeze just a little more summer out of the calendar. Thanks to the Mayor and the Council, New Yorkers now have more time to swim, play, and unwind,” said NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver.
“New York City’s beaches offer great public space for residents of all five boroughs to enjoy,” said Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito. “The City Council is proud to support the extension of beach hours with a $1.65 million dollar investment in the FY 2016 city budget. I encourage New Yorkers to take advantage of the extended beach season and enjoy our beautiful shore lines in the coming week.”
"For families who can't afford a vacation in the Hamptons, our beaches offer exceptional recreational opportunities that are free for everyone," said Council Member Mark Levine, Chair of the City Council Parks Committee. "As global warming advances, the month of September will only grow hotter and hotter, which means the demand for our beaches will continue to rise. By extending the season, we're giving thousands of New Yorkers a chance to relax and enjoy the leisure of summer for a little while longer."
This summer marked the continuation of a dramatic upward trend in beach attendance since Hurricane Sandy, with more than 19 million visitors to NYC beaches since Memorial Day, an increase of 1 million visitors over 2014, and 4.2 million over 2013. Attendance rose especially at Rockaway Beach, with year-over-year increases of more than 25%, due in large part to the opening of new sections of strong, resilient boardwalk this year and last. As a result of the de Blasio administration’s push, the Rockaway Boardwalk will be continuously complete by Memorial Day 2016, with intact sections of the old boardwalk and new sections linked together. The boardwalk will be entirely completed as new construction by Memorial Day 2017.
GRAMMY award winners Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra open their performance season at Symphony Space with the newest installment of their Jazz Across the Americas series, this time shifting focus to Venezuela.
As always, an incredible roster of instrumentalists and composers will join the 18-piece powerhouse to bring light to a different patch in the woven quilt of jazz. The orchestra will present the world premiere of “Venezuela Unida” by Edward Simon, a Guggenheim Fellow, which was commissioned by the Afro Latin Jazz Alliance specifically for this concert.
Family feud, or Sister showdown. Tonight's match gives a new meaning to sibling rivalry. Venus or Serena, Who will be the queen of Queens?
They hold 28 major titles between them and tonight showdown is bound to change that.
How To Live Stream Serena Vs. Venus At The US Open ... For Free! http://dcdr.me/1Ob9vGj
Tonight: Serena Vs. Venus In Williams' Historic U.S. Open Match http://n.pr/1g7CQDN
Why Serena Williams rules: the finger roll toss http://on.wsj.com/1VJlVaA
Venus vs. Serena Williams: A Long, Uncomfortable Rivalry http://nyti.ms/1UyRYgd
PHOTO: The AP
In response to a growing community interest and further enhancing the mission to make art accessible to the widest possible audience, Focal Point Gallery will once again present Artist’s Choice beginning this Friday, September 11th -and ending on Sunday, October 11th.
Opening Reception will be held on Friday, September 11th, from 7-10P If you are an artist, or know of one, who would like to take part in the above exhibitions call: 718-885-1403 to make an appointment to bring in your work.
US celebrates many wonderful holidays, but on Labor Day Weekend we get together with family and friends to pay tribute to the hardworking men and women workers for whom this day was founded.
The Central Labor Union of New York held the nation’s first Labor Day Parade on September 5, 1882, when 10,000 workers marched from City Hall to Union Square in NYC. They stood together in solidarity, taking time off from work to honor and celebrate the dignity of Labor.
What’s the one prescription that can lower your risk for 5 major diseases and with NO side effects?
If you guessed exercise, you’re absolutely right. Exercise has the power to keep you from developing high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, and some forms of cancer. In fact, exercise can lower your risk of heart disease as effectively as medications!
It can also help ease arthritis pain, sharpen your memory, trim your waistline, and preserve your independence.