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New York Trend NYC: July 17 – 23, 2025

By NEW YORK TREND / July 24, 2025 / Comments Off on New York Trend NYC: July 17 – 23, 2025
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From Conflict to Compassion: Divided Homeland Inspires Author to Build Bridges Through Stories of Love

By NEW YORK TREND / July 23, 2025 / Comments Off on From Conflict to Compassion: Divided Homeland Inspires Author to Build Bridges Through Stories of Love

For Michael Weiss, a Jerusalem-born author and entrepreneur, the journey from a land of deep divisions to a mission of storytelling rooted in compassion has been anything but ordinary. Growing up amid conflict, Weiss has chosen a different path—one paved with love, empathy and cultural understanding. His debut novel, A Thousand Gates of Prayer, transports…

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Heroes Without Uniforms: New Memoir Salutes Civilian Courage And Sacrifice During Iraq War

By NEW YORK TREND / July 22, 2025 / Comments Off on Heroes Without Uniforms: New Memoir Salutes Civilian Courage And Sacrifice During Iraq War

When Keith Richard accepted a job offer in 2003 to support U.S. military operations in Iraq and Kuwait, he never imagined it would place him in the center of one of the most dangerous missions of the Iraq War. A civilian with no military background, Richard found himself leading a massive logistical effort under fire—making…

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The Cost of Coerced Confessions: Freed Member of Marquette Park 4 Gets Candid About Wrongful Incarceration

By NEW YORK TREND / July 22, 2025 / Comments Off on The Cost of Coerced Confessions: Freed Member of Marquette Park 4 Gets Candid About Wrongful Incarceration

Troshawn McCoy was just 17 when his life was irreversibly altered by a coerced confession. After hours of relentless interrogation without legal representation, McCoy says he confessed to a double murder he didn’t commit—believing cooperation would set him free. Instead, it sealed his fate. “It was a situation where they wore you down,” McCoy said.…

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Reimagining Everyday Routines: 4 Innovative Products That Blend Design, Purpose, and Play

By NEW YORK TREND / July 21, 2025 / Comments Off on Reimagining Everyday Routines: 4 Innovative Products That Blend Design, Purpose, and Play

In a world filled with routine, four standout brands are pushing the boundaries of everyday living with fresh ideas, clever design, and a deeper sense of purpose. From making morning coffee more fun to turning bath time into an adventure, these products are designed to delight parents, kids, and anyone seeking a smarter daily experience.…

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Empire Training Center for the Arts Hosts First-Ever Poughkeepsie Songwriters’ Salon Featuring Crystal Monee Hall

By NEW YORK TREND / July 19, 2025 / Comments Off on Empire Training Center for the Arts Hosts First-Ever Poughkeepsie Songwriters’ Salon Featuring Crystal Monee Hall

Empire Training Center for the Arts (ETCA), in partnership with New York Stage and Film (SAF), lit up The Chance Theater with an unforgettable evening of music, talent, and community celebration on June 27. The inaugural City of Poughkeepsie Songwriters’ Salon will feature acclaimed singer-songwriter Crystal Monee Hall in concert, marking SAF’s first event of…

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2025 Good Soil Forum Unveils Finalists for $500K Seed Capital Pitch Competition, Presented by Wells Fargo

By NEW YORK TREND / July 18, 2025 / Comments Off on 2025 Good Soil Forum Unveils Finalists for $500K Seed Capital Pitch Competition, Presented by Wells Fargo

The 2025 Good Soil Forum, presented by Wells Fargo, has officially announced the finalists for its Seed Capital Pitch Competition. It took place on June 14, during the forum’s closing day in the vibrant Dallas Arts District, the competition offers a life-changing opportunity for entrepreneurs to secure up to $500,000 in non-dilutive funding, along with…

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Fabrizio Copano’s First English-Language Comedy Special From The Future Premieres

By NEW YORK TREND / July 18, 2025 / Comments Off on Fabrizio Copano’s First English-Language Comedy Special From The Future Premieres

Chilean comedy star Fabrizio Copano is taking his talents to a new stage—and a new language. From The Future, his debut English-language comedy special, premiered exclusively on 800 Pound Gorilla Media on July 14. The special will become widely available on all major streaming and sales platforms beginning July 29. Copano, already a household name…

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Beth Stelling’s New Comedy Special The Landlord Special Drops

By NEW YORK TREND / July 16, 2025 / Comments Off on Beth Stelling’s New Comedy Special The Landlord Special Drops

Comedian and writer Beth Stelling came back with a brand-new stand-up special, The Landlord Special, which premiered exclusively on Veeps on July 2. The special, which promises a hilarious ride through the absurdities of renting and real-life landlord horror stories. Filmed at Denver’s iconic Comedy Works, widely regarded as one of the best comedy clubs…

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Leader of Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce & 100 Black Men of Eastern New York Celebration Raises Funds for Foundation

By NEW YORK TREND / July 16, 2025 / Comments Off on Leader of Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce & 100 Black Men of Eastern New York Celebration Raises Funds for Foundation

On June 30th, 2025 Phil Andrews President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce & 100 Black Men of Eastern New York raised funds for the African American Small Business Foundation, Inc.  The fundraiser was held in conjunction with Mr. Andrews’ birthday month which commemorated 40 years of service to the community.  The venue…

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