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City council meetings amplify broader civic voices

City council public comment periods may focus on local issues, such as housing and public services. But new research from the University of Michigan shows they also serve as powerful forums for expressing broader societal concerns, including democracy, equity and social

Christy Tanner Named CEO of New York Public Radio

New York Public Radio has named Christy Tanner president and CEO, giving her oversight of WNYC, WQXR, WNYC Studios, Gothamist, The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space, and New Jersey Public Radio. She will assume the role effective immediately. She succeeds LaFontaine E. Oliver,

Don Toliver Announces ‘Octane’ 2026 Arena Tour Dates

Grammy-nominated rapper Don Toliver has announced dates for his 2026 “Octane” tour, an arena run in support of his fifth studio album of the same name, including dates at New York’s Madison Square Garden and Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena. Produced by Live Nation, the 30-city

Accurately predicting Arctic sea ice in real time

Arctic sea ice has large effects on the global climate. By cooling the planet, Arctic ice impacts ocean circulation, atmospheric patterns, and extreme weather conditions, even outside the Arctic region. However, climate change has led to its rapid decline, and being able to