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New York State Senate To Allow Terminally Ill People To End Their Lives Peacefully
Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, a Westchester Democrat who leads the body's Health Committee, first introduced the bill a decade ago.
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On Camera: US Official Shoots Delivery Driver Asking For Directions
The official shot the delivery driver in the back outside his home, after the driver's phone died and he began asking residents for directions.
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Mumbai-Born Democrat Minita Sanghvi Is Running For New York State Senate
Mumbai-born Minita Sanghvi, who is currently serving her second term as Saratoga Springs Finance Commissioner, has launched a campaign for the New York State Senate.
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Video: "Plan Escape," Says New York Governor As Flash Floods Hit City
New York City declared a state of emergency as strong torrential rains triggered flash floods and crippled movement across the city
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Sikh Cop In New York Not Allowed To Grow Beard For Wedding: Report
The New York State Police has been accused of barring one of its personnel, a Sikh, to grow a beard despite state law requiring employers to allow workers to follow religious grooming obligations, reported Associated Press.
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Conviction Overturned, 2 Jailed For Malcolm X Killing To Get $36 Million
The two men whose convictions for the 1965 assassination of Malcolm X were overturned last year will receive $36 million from the city and state of New York, their lawyer confirmed Sunday night.
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Donald Trump Sued By New York Attorney General For Fraud
Donald Trump was sued for fraud on Wednesday by New York state's attorney general, who for more than three years has been conducting a civil investigation into the former US president's business practices.
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Amazon Accused of Discriminating Against Pregnant, Disabled Workers in New York Agency’s Filed Complaint
A New York state agency has filed an administrative complaint against Amazon. The e-commerce giant has been accused of discrimination against pregnant and disabled workers by denying reasonable accommodations and forcing them to take unpaid leave. The state law requires all employers to provide reasonable accommodation for pregnant and disabled wor...
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New York’s Plans to Shun Non-Green Crypto Miners Triggers Opposition from Fellow Lawmakers
Some US lawmakers are not supporting the idea to hinder crypto mining operations on account of their environmental impacts right away. A bill, asking for a two-year ban on new crypto miners who are contributing to carbon emissions is making the rounds in the New York state of America. Opponents of this proposal have pitched giving crypto miners a c...
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New York Assembly Puts Hurdles Before Non-Green Crypto Miners Looking to Set Shop in State
The state of New York will block non-green crypto miners from operating from the state for two years, a new rule in the region says. The New York Assembly has passed a bill seeking this provision to curb carbon emissions caused due to crypto mining in the area.
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New York State To Run Out Of COVID-19 Vaccines, Says Governor
New York state was to run out of coronavirus vaccines on Friday, Governor Andrew Cuomo said, increasing pressure on President Joe Biden's administration to speed up deliveries.
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New York To Honour Paris Accord, Calls Trump's Decision 'Immoral And Reckless'
Terming US President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement as "immoral" and "reckless", New York's top leadership said it will honour the commitments of the climate pact through executive orders.
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Deutsche Bank Fined Nearly $630 Million Over Russia Money Laundering
New York and British authorities on Monday slapped nearly $630 million in fines on German banking giant Deutsche Bank over alleged money laundering in Russia, New York State's Department of Financial Services announced.
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Indian Origin Ex-Official In US Accused Of Accepting Prostitutes, Drugs, And A $17,000 Watch
An Indian origin former official of one of the largest pension funds has been charged in a prostitutes and drugs bribery scheme involving billions of dollars in business, prosecutors said.
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US Contractor Fined $ 3.1 Million For Outsourcing Work To India
A US contractor in New York has been ordered to pay a hefty fine of USD 3.1 million dollars for illegally outsourcing government-funded work to a subcontractor based in India.
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New York State Senate To Allow Terminally Ill People To End Their Lives Peacefully
Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, a Westchester Democrat who leads the body's Health Committee, first introduced the bill a decade ago.
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On Camera: US Official Shoots Delivery Driver Asking For Directions
The official shot the delivery driver in the back outside his home, after the driver's phone died and he began asking residents for directions.
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Mumbai-Born Democrat Minita Sanghvi Is Running For New York State Senate
Mumbai-born Minita Sanghvi, who is currently serving her second term as Saratoga Springs Finance Commissioner, has launched a campaign for the New York State Senate.
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Video: "Plan Escape," Says New York Governor As Flash Floods Hit City
New York City declared a state of emergency as strong torrential rains triggered flash floods and crippled movement across the city
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Sikh Cop In New York Not Allowed To Grow Beard For Wedding: Report
The New York State Police has been accused of barring one of its personnel, a Sikh, to grow a beard despite state law requiring employers to allow workers to follow religious grooming obligations, reported Associated Press.
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Conviction Overturned, 2 Jailed For Malcolm X Killing To Get $36 Million
The two men whose convictions for the 1965 assassination of Malcolm X were overturned last year will receive $36 million from the city and state of New York, their lawyer confirmed Sunday night.
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Donald Trump Sued By New York Attorney General For Fraud
Donald Trump was sued for fraud on Wednesday by New York state's attorney general, who for more than three years has been conducting a civil investigation into the former US president's business practices.
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Amazon Accused of Discriminating Against Pregnant, Disabled Workers in New York Agency’s Filed Complaint
A New York state agency has filed an administrative complaint against Amazon. The e-commerce giant has been accused of discrimination against pregnant and disabled workers by denying reasonable accommodations and forcing them to take unpaid leave. The state law requires all employers to provide reasonable accommodation for pregnant and disabled wor...
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New York’s Plans to Shun Non-Green Crypto Miners Triggers Opposition from Fellow Lawmakers
Some US lawmakers are not supporting the idea to hinder crypto mining operations on account of their environmental impacts right away. A bill, asking for a two-year ban on new crypto miners who are contributing to carbon emissions is making the rounds in the New York state of America. Opponents of this proposal have pitched giving crypto miners a c...
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New York Assembly Puts Hurdles Before Non-Green Crypto Miners Looking to Set Shop in State
The state of New York will block non-green crypto miners from operating from the state for two years, a new rule in the region says. The New York Assembly has passed a bill seeking this provision to curb carbon emissions caused due to crypto mining in the area.
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New York State To Run Out Of COVID-19 Vaccines, Says Governor
New York state was to run out of coronavirus vaccines on Friday, Governor Andrew Cuomo said, increasing pressure on President Joe Biden's administration to speed up deliveries.
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New York To Honour Paris Accord, Calls Trump's Decision 'Immoral And Reckless'
Terming US President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement as "immoral" and "reckless", New York's top leadership said it will honour the commitments of the climate pact through executive orders.
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Deutsche Bank Fined Nearly $630 Million Over Russia Money Laundering
New York and British authorities on Monday slapped nearly $630 million in fines on German banking giant Deutsche Bank over alleged money laundering in Russia, New York State's Department of Financial Services announced.
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Indian Origin Ex-Official In US Accused Of Accepting Prostitutes, Drugs, And A $17,000 Watch
An Indian origin former official of one of the largest pension funds has been charged in a prostitutes and drugs bribery scheme involving billions of dollars in business, prosecutors said.
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US Contractor Fined $ 3.1 Million For Outsourcing Work To India
A US contractor in New York has been ordered to pay a hefty fine of USD 3.1 million dollars for illegally outsourcing government-funded work to a subcontractor based in India.
