Yeshiva University is in mourning following the sudden passing of Senator Joseph Lieberman. The renowned figure, known for his faith in the public square and his historic political career, was described by Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, President of Yeshiva University, as a dear friend, mentor, and American hero."Today, I lost a dear friend and mentor, and we all lost an American hero who devoted his life to the service of this country," Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman expressed in a statement.Senator Lieberman's long-standing relationship with Yeshiva University, dating back to his role...
Former hostage Mia Schem, who endured 55 days of captivity in Gaza, embarked on a journey to raise awareness and advocate for the remaining hostages held by Hamas. Despite her wounds and trauma, Mia kept her promise to her fellow captives by making a significant impact on her return to the United States.Mia's tour began with a special invitation to the State of the Union address in Washington D.C. on March 7, where she met with bipartisan members of Congress, engaged in discussions with prominent figures, and attended the address. She was warmly received by all members of...
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Bronx County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.
There were 111 companies in cities associated with Bronx County that received 111 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
Assemblyman Alec Brook-Krasny (R,C-Coney Island) recently criticized the MTA’s decision to implement congestion pricing in Manhattan below 61st Street. The plan includes charging drivers up to $15 and truck drivers even higher rates, which will come into effect this summer after a public information campaign and testing period.Brook-Krasny expressed his concerns about the impact of these tolls on working-class families, particularly those commuting from Brooklyn to Manhattan. He stated, "Congestion pricing is another slap in the face to hard-working New Yorkers who are...
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Columbia University has revealed the recipients of the prestigious 2024 Lenfest Distinguished Faculty Award. Established by former University Trustee Gerry Lenfest, these awards aim to honor faculty members who excel in teaching, scholarship, and mentorship within the Arts and Sciences community.Amy E. Hungerford, Dean and Executive Vice President of Arts and Sciences, expressed her pride in this year's awardees, stating, "This year’s winners are a distinguished group of colleagues whose teaching, mentorship, research, and service...
Columbia Engineering researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery that could change the game in identifying AI-generated text. The innovative method developed by Computer Science Professors Junfeng Yang and Carl Vondrick promises to revolutionize the authentication of digital content, addressing concerns about misinformation and trust in today's digital landscape.The new approach named Raidar (geneRative AI Detection viA Rewriting) introduces a unique way to differentiate between human-written and AI-generated text without requiring access to the AI's internal...