Colombia, with its varied geography, has about 2,000 species of birds — more than any other country in the world. All those species of birds have become an important part of a growing ecotourism industry. It brings in millions of dollars to Colombia’s economy, and bird watchers — birders, as they’re known — are flocking … Read more
Three drivers in San Jose, California, filed a class action suit against the city and police department over the deployment of nearly 500 cameras operated by Flock Safety, a controversial surveillance tech company that uses AI and dedicated cameras to catalogue vehicles’ movements. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles … Read more
NEW YORK — American woodcocks came to New York City looking to strut their stuff, and New Yorkers fell in love. The curious birds, known for their bobbing walks and kazoo-like calls, have drawn a crowd to Bryant Park in Midtown Manhattan since arriving in late March. Dozens of spectators are gathering at the park … Read more
NEW YORK — The Democratic Party’s most ambitious politicians are courting African American activists in New York this week as the party’s unofficial 2028 presidential nomination contest takes shape at an annual conference led by Rev. Al Sharpton. Up first was Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, who warned that “everyone is less safe” because of President … Read more
A thousand miles off the coast of Florida, influencers have found the secret to instant virality. One after another, content creators are finding their way to Little Saint James, better known as the private island once owned by the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Armed with cameras, they are capitalizing on and propelling increased interest … Read more