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Mayor Eric Adams watches a demonstration Tuesday of “Bergh,” the FDNY’s new robot dogs.
Mayor Eric Adams watches a demonstration Tuesday of “Bergh,” the FDNY’s new robot dogs. (NYC Mayor's Office)

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Mayor To Robot Dog That Fell Over In NYC Garage Collapse: Good Boy

"This is not play time, " Mayor Eric Adams said Tuesday to defend controversial robotic dogs bought by the NYPD and FDNY.

Harry Belafonte, Iconic Singer And Son Of Harlem, Dead At 96

The legendary actor, singer, and activist died in his New York City home on Tuesday, reported AP News and the New York Times.

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SummerStage 2023 Concerts Announced: What To Know

Over 80 concerts are hitting city parks this summer, and most of them are free.

Rikers Island Report Finds Excessive Force By Officers

The document by the monitor found detainees were subject to dangerous chokeholds, head strikes, and delays in medical attention.

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Facebook Laying Off 343 More Employees In NYC

A layoff notice shows the social media company — which had signed a major Manhattan lease during 2020 — continues cutting back in the city.

UES Grocery Shopper 'Trampled' As Staff Chase Young Bread Thief: Suit

Food Emporium shoppers begged staff to stop their chase, even offering to pay for the hungry boy's bread, according to the lawsuit.

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