Staten Island will soon become home to the world's largest Ferris Wheel, when a 625 foot tall wheel will be installed adjacent to the Richmond County Ballpark (home to the Staten Island Yankees) in St. George. Accompanying the amusement ride will be new retail development, plus a hotel. The location is ideally located for tourism and visitors will be treated to stunning views of New York Bay,
Thursday, 27 September 2012
Staten Island To See World's Largest Ferris Wheel; But What About Transit?
Posted on 06:55 by Unknown
Posted in amusement rides, business, mass transit, MTA, real estate, Staten Island, Staten Island Ferry, tourism
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Tuesday, 25 September 2012
Ahmadinejad Makes Annual Trip To UN General Assembly; Anti-Gay, Anti-Israel Comments Ensue
Posted on 09:05 by Unknown
There's no surprises here. Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad hates Israel's very existence and doesn't think any better of gays or lesbians. He lets those views air once again in an interview given before he speaks at the United Nations expect that they will be part and parcel of his rants tomorrow when he speaks at the UN General Assembly (which will likely be marked by Israel, the US and
Posted in anti Semitism, Iran, Israel, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, propaganda, United Nations
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Tappan Zee Bridge Replacement Gets Thumbs Up From Federal Highway Officials
Posted on 07:55 by Unknown
The $5+ billion plan to replace the Tappan Zee bridge got the thumbs up from federal highway officials, paving the way for New York to award the contract for a design-build to begin work on the bridge. The federal record of decision confirms the project has met requirements under state and federal environmental law, including completing an environmental impact study, a 10,000-page document that
Conflict Over Senkaku Islands Rooted In Centuries Of Disputes
Posted on 07:05 by Unknown
The ongoing territorial dispute between China, Japan, Taiwan, and Korea over the Senkaku Islands didn't just materialize overnight. The dispute has its roots more than 800 years ago when China and Japan fought off invasions by the other.
It's a history of violence, bloodshed, and genocide, which extends all the way into the 20th century when Japan invaded China and Korea and killed hundreds of
It's a history of violence, bloodshed, and genocide, which extends all the way into the 20th century when Japan invaded China and Korea and killed hundreds of
Monday, 24 September 2012
Amtrak's Testing of 165mph Train Wont Bring Immediate Changes
Posted on 18:30 by Unknown
Amtrak needs to increase the speed of its trains on the Northeast Corridor. Doing so would make its Acela service even more preferable for those commuting between Washington DC, New York, and Boston.
Currently, the top speeds in most areas is no more than 125 mph in regular service.
Amtrak is testing a segment in New Jersey between New Brunswick and Trenton at 165 mph over the next several
Currently, the top speeds in most areas is no more than 125 mph in regular service.
Amtrak is testing a segment in New Jersey between New Brunswick and Trenton at 165 mph over the next several
The Barak Disengagement Plan
Posted on 08:11 by Unknown
Israel's defense minister Ehud Barak has come out with a new plan that is spurring a new debate about Israel's role in the West Bank. Ehud Barak is part of the government coalition under Binyamin Netanyahu, but he's also the leader of his own political party and has aspirations to once again be Prime Minister of Israel.
That means that his comments need to be framed both as an internal political
That means that his comments need to be framed both as an internal political
Posted in Binyamin Netanyahu, Ehud Barak, Fatah, foreign policy, Gaza, Hamas, Israel, Palestinian Authority, peace process, West Bank
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Friday, 21 September 2012
Port Authority Taking New Look At PATH To Newark Liberty Airport
Posted on 06:45 by Unknown
A train (or subway) to the plane has been a catchy idea for decades in the New York City metro region. Only with the construction of the JFK AirTrain and a connector between the Northeast Corridor and the AirTrain at Newark Liberty airports is there any semblance of a mass transit option at those airports.
It isn't the easiest connection to make, and it would require someone in Manhattan to make
It isn't the easiest connection to make, and it would require someone in Manhattan to make
Thursday, 20 September 2012
Mass Casualties Reported In Syrian Airstrike on Gas Station
Posted on 09:15 by Unknown
Reports are filtering in, but it appears that the Syrian air force carried out an airstrike against a gas station in Northern Syria, and at least 30 and perhaps 100 or more people were killed. That follows reports from the Syrian media a Syrian helicopter apparently clipping an airliner flying into Damascus with 200 people on board. The plane landed safely, but the helicopter crashed.One activist
Governor's Demanded Audit of Port Authority Finds Need For Toll Hikes
Posted on 08:20 by Unknown
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey recently underwent an outside audit as required by Governors Chris Christie and Andrew Cuomo. They did so because of the fallout over a major toll and fare increase that went into effect earlier this year and follow-on hikes set for the next three Decembers as well as complaints that the agency was diverting funds for transportation projects to finish
Friday, 14 September 2012
Mission Accomplished: Mystery Anti-Muslim Film Sows Violence Around World
Posted on 08:40 by Unknown
If the intent of whoever was behind the mystery film was to disrupt US diplomatic missions around the world, mission accomplished.
The overdubbed video clips have taken on a life of their own and it's no longer about the video, but anger directed at the US for no reason other than it's the in-thing to do in places like Tunisia and Egypt. At a time when the economic conditions in those countries
The overdubbed video clips have taken on a life of their own and it's no longer about the video, but anger directed at the US for no reason other than it's the in-thing to do in places like Tunisia and Egypt. At a time when the economic conditions in those countries
Posted in blasphemy, diplomacy, Egypt, foreign policy, free speech, Germany, Libya, Middle East, propaganda, protests, religion, terrorism, Tunisia, USA
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Thursday, 13 September 2012
NYC Department of Health Approves Super-Sized Soda Ban
Posted on 08:29 by Unknown
In what should be a surprise to absolutely no one, the New York City Department of Health rubber stamped Mayor Mike Bloomberg's proposal to ban sugared beverages that exceed 16 ounces. The vote was 8-0 with one absention.The regulation passed Thursday puts a 16-ounce size limit on cups and bottles of non-diet soda, sweetened teas and other calorie-packed beverages.
The ban will apply in
The ban will apply in
Posted in health issues, health policy, Michael Bloomberg, nanny state, New York City, obesity, soda ban, soda tax
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Protests Continue Against Mystery Film; US Embassies On Alert
Posted on 07:45 by Unknown
Protests continue in Egypt and now in Yemen against US embassies over the mysterious anti-Muslim film that set the actions of the past few days, including deadly attacks against the US mission in Libya that ended in the death of Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens and three other Americans, plus another 30 injuries to both American and Libyans.The ambassador, J. Christopher Stevens, was missing
Posted in diplomacy, Egypt, foreign policy, Libya, Middle East, Morris Sedak, propaganda, Sam Bacile, sectarian violence, terrorism, USA, Yemen
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Wednesday, 12 September 2012
The Rebuilding of Ground Zero, Part 169
Posted on 11:25 by Unknown
Yesterday's commemoration of the 11th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks also coincided with news reports about a deal struck to resume construction on the National 9/11 Museum, which had been in limbo since the Port Authority and Memorial Foundation fought over who was responsible for construction costs.
The Port Authority claimed that the Foundation owed it $300 million, but ended up settling for
The Port Authority claimed that the Foundation owed it $300 million, but ended up settling for
Posted in Ground Zero, PANY-NJ, rebuilding, St. Nicholas Church, World Trade Center, WTC Memorial, WTC Museum
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Fallout Continues From Attacks On US Embassies in Egypt; Libya and Death of Ambassador Stevens
Posted on 10:55 by Unknown
The attacks against the US Embassy in Cairo and the US consulate in Bengazi Libya continue to resonate against the backdrop of domestic election politics in the US and the Obama Administration has to deal with the ongoing crisis that appears to be spreading to other countries as a result of protests against a film of bizarre provenance. Protests and riots are being reported in Tunisia as well
Posted in Egypt, hate speech, Libya, protests, religion, Sam Bacile, sectarian violence, terrorism
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At Least 300 Killed In Pair of Factory Fires In Pakistan
Posted on 06:35 by Unknown
When you get a chance, take a look at the garments you own. You may see quite a few that are made in Pakistan or places like Vietnam or Bangladesh. Now understand that there are unseen costs for having clothes made on the cheap. Pakistan was wracked by a pair of deadly factory fires at a garment factory and an illegal shoe factory.
The garment factory fire in Karachi killed at least 289 people,
The garment factory fire in Karachi killed at least 289 people,
Tuesday, 11 September 2012
Protesters Overrun US Embassy In Egypt Over Mysterious Movie
Posted on 11:15 by Unknown
No one can actually verify what film the protesters are supposedly upset about which makes the protests against the US Embassy in Cairo all the more odd and disturbing. Reuters and USA Today can't seem to track down the film, but regardless of the facts and circumstances, a group of protesters set out to overrun the US Embassy in Cairo. They succeeded in taking down the US flag for a time and
Posted in cartoon jihad, Christianity, diplomacy, Egypt, free speech, Iran, Islam, Libya, propaganda, religion, religious freedom, sectarian violence, Terry Jones, USA
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Why Corruption Persists
Posted on 06:40 by Unknown
Yesterday, Trenton Mayor Tony Mack and six others were arrested in a corruption bust by federal prosecutors. Today comes word that one of those six was caught on a wiretap describing his actions as "good corruption."
Yes, you read that right.
They didn't think anything of engaging in criminal acts, and considered corruption to be part and parcel of their doing their work.Joseph “JoJo”
Yes, you read that right.
They didn't think anything of engaging in criminal acts, and considered corruption to be part and parcel of their doing their work.Joseph “JoJo”
Remembering 9/11 Eleven Years Later
Posted on 06:25 by Unknown
On a morning not all that different than the one forecast for today, it was a bolt from the blue. The skies over New York City were a crisp bright blue with nary a cloud in a sky. It was a morning full of promise.
September 11, 2001 and New Yorkers were heading to the polls to vote on the next mayor of the city. People were talking baseball and the upcoming football season, just as they are
September 11, 2001 and New Yorkers were heading to the polls to vote on the next mayor of the city. People were talking baseball and the upcoming football season, just as they are
Posted in 1WTC, 2WTC, 3WTC, 4WTC, 9/11, Al Qaeda, Fulton Street Transit Hub, MTA, Osama bin Laden, PANY-NJ, PATH, rebuilding, World Trade Center, WTC Transit Hub
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September 11, 2012 -- I Remember Mary Lenz Wieman
Posted on 03:00 by Unknown
As long time readers of this blog know, for several years I have taken part in Project 2,996, a tribute to the 2,996 innocent victims of 9/11, whereby bloggers eulogize each victim. Previously, I have remembered Mark Francis Broderick, Capt.
Patrick J, Brown, Hagay
Shefi, Alison
Marie Wildman, Daniel
Thomas Afflitto, and Donna
Bernaerts-Kearns. Please check out these tributes as well today, as
Monday, 10 September 2012
A View of Lower Manhattan
Posted on 15:13 by Unknown
Lower Manhattan as seen from the Hoboken Terminal. Taken with my trusty Canon 60d.
And This Is Why You Shouldn't Approach Wild Animals
Posted on 07:50 by Unknown
The stupidity of some people is truly amazing. I've been to Yellowstone National Park and got to see bison up close and personal - from within the confines of my car. I even managed to snap shots of a bison just inches from the side view mirror of the car during a bison jam, and caught video of a similar encounter at night:
Yet, there are people who think that it's a good idea to approach bison
Yet, there are people who think that it's a good idea to approach bison
Trenton NJ Mayor Tony Mack, 6 Others Arrested In Federal Corruption Probe
Posted on 07:20 by Unknown
Trenton New Jersey Mayor Tony Mack and six others have been arrested in connection with an ongoing federal corruption probe. The Trenton Democrat has been under investigation for the past several months, and the FBI had previously issued search warrants on the mayor's office, personal residence, and several locations of relatives to Mack. Joseph "JoJo" Giorgianni, a top campaign contributor, and
Wednesday, 5 September 2012
Federal Judge Rules Airlines Must Stand Trial On 9/11 Negligence
Posted on 08:00 by Unknown
American Airlines and United Airlines have been trying to get a negligence case thrown out against them over their actions on 9/11 that led to the destruction of the World Trade Center in New York City. World Trade Center Properties, which is Larry Silverstein's company, had sought to hold the airlines liable for the destruction of the WTC and claimed damages of $8.4 billion.
Judge Alvin
Judge Alvin
Posted in 9/11, American Airlines, bankruptcy, business, Larry Silverstein, law, real estate, United Airlines, World Trade Center
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Assassin Attacks Parti Quebecois Midnight Rally; 1 Killed In Assassination Attempt
Posted on 07:25 by Unknown
A masked gunman opened fire at a political rally for Parti Quebecois in Quebec last night, and murdered one person, injured another, and some reports indicate that the ultimate target was the newly elected premier.A masked gunman opened fire during a midnight victory rally for Quebec's new premier, killing one person and wounding another. The new premier, Pauline Marois of the separatist Parti
Posted in assassination, Canada, law enforcement, Parti Quebecois, Pauline Marois, Quebec, terrorism
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Tuesday, 4 September 2012
The Harassment Scandal That Threatens To Take Down NYS Democratic Leadership
Posted on 09:00 by Unknown
Over the past couple of weeks, a growing scandal in the New York State Assembly has meant that Assemblyman Vito Lopez lost his chairmanship of the powerful Housing Committee over revelations that he harassed multiple women over a period of years. Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver stripped Lopez of his chairmanship, but then it was revealed that Silver authorized the payment of a $100k settlement to
NJ Transit's Busing Problem
Posted on 07:01 by Unknown
I've regularly focused on NJ Transit's woeful rail on-time performance because I'm a regular rail commuter, but their bus operations aren't much better. In fact, 10% of all buses are leaving the Port Authority Bus Terminal (PABT) in Midtown Manhattan late.
And by late, we're referring to a bus that leaves more than 6 minutes after its scheduled time. That's a pretty generous situation to begin
And by late, we're referring to a bus that leaves more than 6 minutes after its scheduled time. That's a pretty generous situation to begin
Posted in infrastructure, Lincoln Tunnel, mass transit, New York City, NJ Transit, PANY-NJ
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