Sam Heughan stands in front of a Grand Marshal banner on a parade bus, raising his fist while holding a bottle of whisky as Highland dancers and drummers perform on Sixth Avenue in New York City.

NYC Tartan Day Parade 2026: Scotland Comes to Sixth Avenue

New York, NY — April 11, 2026 Sam Heughan was pouring whisky into strangers’ mouths on Sixth Avenue, and nobody was complaining. Sam Heughan brings the crowd to life while sharing Sassenach Spirits along the parade route. The Outlander star served as Grand Marshal for this year’s NYC Tartan Day Parade, and he took the…

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A protester seen from behind wears a green jacket with the words “We Eat, Do Care” and holds a sign above their head in Times Square.

No Kings in New York: A Day of Protest, Presence, and a Measure of Hope

On March 28, 2026, hundreds of thousands filled the streets of Manhattan as part of a coordinated national day of protest that brought millions out across the country. On March 28, 2026, thousands of people filled the streets of Manhattan for what became one of the largest coordinated protest days of the year. The “No…

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A wooden podium with a microphone and CHiPS event notes set up at 501 Union in Park Slope, Brooklyn, ahead of the CHiPS Annual Gala celebrating food, friendship, and community.

CHiPS Annual Gala Raises Over $160K to Fight Hunger in Brooklyn

n Thursday, October 23, CHiPS hosted its Annual Gala at 501 Union in Park Slope, celebrating the nonprofit’s pillars of food, friendship, and service. The evening brought together neighbors, volunteers, and supporters—and ended with CHiPS surpassing its $150,000 fundraising goal, raising over $160,000. The night honored Marc Gordon, named the 2025 CHiPS Champion for his…

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Zohran Mamdani sits smiling with a soccer ball surrounded by cheering players and supporters wearing purple and green jerseys at Maimonides Park in Coney Island, under a bright pink “CHAMPIONS” arch during The Cost of Living Classic tournament on October 19, 2025.

The Cost of Living Classic — Zohran Mamdani Hosts Borough vs. Borough Soccer Tournament in Coney Island

On Sunday, October 19, 2025, Assemblyman and New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani hosted The Cost of Living Classic, a borough-versus-borough soccer tournament at Maimonides Park in Coney Island. The event was co-organized with NYC Footy, a local recreational soccer league, and aimed to draw attention to the city’s affordability crisis — a central…

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Michelle Rodriguez and ‘Girlfight’ Cast Reunite at New York Latin Film Festival’s 25th Anniversary

On September 19, 2025, the New York Latin Film Festival (NYLFF) celebrated its 25th anniversary with a heartfelt reunion of the Girlfight cast. The event was more than just a nostalgic moment; it was a testament to the festival’s legacy as a platform for Latin voices in cinema. Since its inception, the NYLFF has championed…

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