This civics competition lets high school students have their day in court

Acting New York City Mayor Randy Mastro criticized the NYPD for their inadequate response to a protest outside a Manhattan synagogue, where anti-Israel demonstrators were allowed to approach too closely to the entrance. Mastro described the protest as 'vile' and emphasized that such a situation should never have occurred.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reaffirmed his previous criticisms of President Donald Trump, labeling him a despot and fascist, despite a recent cordial meeting at the White House where they discussed collaborative efforts for the city.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has confirmed that Jessica Tisch will remain as the city's police commissioner, a decision that has garnered positive feedback from the White House, particularly from National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett. This move is seen as a commitment to maintaining stability in the New York Police Department as Mamdani prepares to take office.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani expressed his openness to exploring alternatives to raising taxes on the wealthy or businesses to fund his proposed initiatives, following discussions with Governor Kathy Hochul, who has shown skepticism towards tax increases.

Researcher Eli Stark-Elster discusses the disparity in adult supervision of children in physical spaces compared to online environments, highlighting concerns about children's safety in digital spaces. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe conducted the interview, shedding light on the implications of this imbalance.

Homeless shelters across the nation are adapting to accommodate the increasing number of seniors among the homeless population, which is the fastest-growing demographic in this sector. These shelters are implementing changes to better serve elderly individuals who are facing homelessness.

Tech companies are heavily investing in AI technologies, with significant funds directed towards AI chips and data centers. However, this surge in investment is increasingly being financed through debt and high-risk strategies, raising alarms among financial analysts about the potential for an AI bubble that could burst soon.

Franklin Graham participated in the Fox News All-American Christmas tree lighting event in New York City, where he shared a message about faith and the upcoming delivery of 13 million shoebox gifts by Samaritan's Purse through Operation Christmas Child.