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By Jonas BronckNew York may dominate headlines when it comes to U.S. gambling, particularly with its record-breaking sports betting figures, yet the revenue reports reveal that New Jersey outperforms its larger neighbour in total gaming revenue.
The divergence between the two states is not accidental, nor is it temporary, but instead reflects a decade of regulatory choices that have positioned New Jersey at the forefront of online casino development, while New York has, for now, remained on the sidelines of that particular segment.
A Growing Industry, but Uneven Gains Across States
The U.S. gaming sector continues to expand at a steady pace, with the American Gaming Association reporting total commercial gaming revenue of $78.72 billion in 2025, marking yet another year of sustained growth across multiple verticals.
The headline figures suggest expansion, and a closer look at the data reveals that online casinos account for a large share of incremental gains for the first trimester of 2026.
The revenue figures have not been evenly distributed across jurisdictions, and it is here that the contrast between New Jersey and New York becomes clear.
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The New York City Police Department (NYPD) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating the following person, who has been reported missing from, and resides within the confines of the 42nd Precinct in the Bronx.
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On March 17, 2026, New York City celebrated the 265th St. Patrick’s Day Parade—a longstanding symbol of Irish-American pride, faith, and resilience. Yet the day’s official kickoff at Gracie Mansion, hosted by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, veered sharply from a religious and cultural commemoration into contentious political territory. In remarks delivered during a breakfast with pro-Palestine and anti-Israel former Irish President Mary Robinson, Mamdani focused heavily on the Israel-Hamas conflict, accusing Israel of committing “genocide” in Palestine and decrying the “deafening silence” from many observers.
This was no passing reference. The mayor devoted significant time to these claims, framing them as a moral imperative while guests gathered to honor Irish heritage. He praised Robinson for her “steadfast” support of the Palestinian people, highlighting her refusal to remain silent on the issue. Such statements, made in the people’s house on a holiday rooted in Catholic missionary history, shifted attention away from St. Patrick—the fifth-century saint who evangelized Ireland—and toward a divisive foreign policy stance.
Drawing Problematic Parallels Between Irish History and Palestine
Mamdani explicitly linked the Irish experience of oppression, subjugation, and discrimination to the Palestinian situation today. While Irish Americans rightfully remember the Penal Laws, the Great Famine, and signs reading “No Irish Need Apply,” their story is ultimately one of triumph through faith, perseverance, and integration into American life. Equating that historical arc with the current Middle East conflict oversimplifies both narratives and instrumentalizes one community’s legacy to advance advocacy for another.
The Irish overcame adversity not by dwelling in grievance but by building institutions—churches, schools, police forces, and…
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In a moment that should shake the conscience of the civilized world, the demonuc Islamic regime in Iran has once again demonstrated the true nature of its rule. Amid escalating tensions, internal unrest, and a tightening grip on information, Iranian authorities have carried out the execution of a 19-year-old national wrestling champion, alongside two (2) other young men, for their alleged involvement in January protests.
Their names must not be forgotten: Saleh Mohammadi, Mehdi Ghasemi, and Saeed Davoudi. These were not hardened criminals. They were young men, part of a generation demanding dignity, opportunity, and freedom in a nation increasingly defined by repression.
This is not justice. This is political terror.
A Regime That Lies to the World
The Iranian regime reportedly signaled to the international community, including figures such as Donald Trump, that it would halt executions tied to protest activity. That assurance has now been exposed as nothing more than deception.
Instead of restraint, the regime escalated. Instead of reform, it delivered death sentences. Instead of transparency, it imposed darkness, including a reported 20-day internet blackout designed to conceal its actions from global scrutiny.
This pattern is not new. It is a hallmark of authoritarian governance: promise moderation to the outside world while crushing dissent at home.
Sham Trials and Manufactured Guilt
Reports surrounding these executions paint a deeply disturbing picture. The accused were…
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New York City Will Restart Construction Of 4 Halted Bus & Bike Lane Projects In The Bronx & Brooklyn
The Bronx County Historical Society is presenting The Kindness Session, a free poetry workshop on recognizing the difference between kindness and cruelty to channel that in our writing on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. till approximately 7:45 p.m.
The Poetry Workshop takes place at Poe Cottage, 2640 Grand Concourse, in the Bronx. Subways near the Visitors Center are the 4, B, and D train at the Kingsbridge stop. Buses to the Center are Bx9, Bx22, Bx28, Bx38, and BxM4 (express bus). The Poe Visitors Center is up the Hill from the Fordham Metro North train stop.
Led by area poet Anne Leighton, the Kindness Session will include sharing works from classic and contemporary writers including Edgar Allan Poe, Naomi Shihab Nye, the Bronx’s Peppy Castro, Charlie Iris, Mary Oliver, John Masefield, Emily Dickinson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, as well as selected poems from attendees.
Once the attendees discuss poems, they will be encouraged to think of incidents where they recognize kindness from life experiences, friends and acquaintances, and how it affected their lives. From there, writers will be encouraged to create a first draft of poetry. Writers will read their poems, and be encouraged to revise the poem in the days, weeks, or months to come.
For more information, please reach out to Anne…
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Zohran Mamdani Hijacks St. Patrick’s Day With A Pro-Palestine Rant
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