US Rep. Donald Payne Jr., a Democrat from New Jersey, has died at 65 after a heart attack

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TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Donald Payne Jr., of New Jersey, died Wednesday after a heart attack this month that left him hospitalized, officials said. He was 65.

In a statement, Gov. Phil Murphy called his fellow Democrat a “steadfast champion for the people of New Jersey.”

“With his signature bowtie, big heart, and tenacious spirit, Donald embodied the very best of public service,” Murphy said in a statement. “As a former union worker and toll collector, he deeply understood the struggles our working families face, and he fought valiantly to serve their needs, every single day.”

Payne had previously served as president of Newark City Council in New Jersey’s largest city, and on the Essex County Board of Commissioners.

Payne’s office had said his heart attack was connected to complications from diabetes. Payne’s father, Donald Milford Payne, held the congressional seat before him. When the elder Payne died in 2012, the younger ran successfully in a special election to succeed him.

He had won reelection six times since. The district covers parts of Newark and its heavily populated suburbs.

A New Jersey colleague, Democratic U.S. Rep. Frank Pallone, called Payne a “truly great public servant” who liked to call him “Uncle Frank” and had fought to raise awareness for diabetes and colorectal cancer prevention and to replace lead pipes in Newark.

Payne’s survivors include his wife, Beatrice, and their three children, Murphy said.

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12 NYC bars are named among the ‘World’s 50 Best’ for 2024

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12 NYC bars are named among the ‘World’s 50 Best’ for 2024

We know that New York City has the best bars in the world, but when the world recognizes our faves, it feels pretty good.

The 50 Best Brand, which also names the 50 Best Restaurants in the world, has unveiled its list of the 50 Best Bars in North America for 2024.

RECOMMENDED: Here are all of the NYC finalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards

While the title of No. 1 went to a spot in Mexico City, Handshake Speakeasy, New York City was the most prominent city with a whopping 12 bars making the list: Superbueno (No. 2), Overstory (No. 3), Martiny’s (No. 4), Double Chicken Please (No. 7), Katana Kitten (No. 12), Employees Only (No. 15), Dante (No. 20), Attaboy (No. 31), The Dead Rabbit (No. 33), Maison Premiere (No. 41), Angel’s Share (No. 43) and Milady’s (No. 44).

Most of them have been spotlighted by ’50 Best’ before, but two took home specific honors this time. Martiny’s is the “Nikka Highest Climber Award” because it jumped 25 spots between 2023 and 2024, and Superbueno earned the “Disaronno Highest New Entry Award.”

“Each year, New York continues to excel in delivering the world’s most amazing craft cocktails. In 2024, New York holds 12 of the 26 U.S. listees, including the continent’s highest achievers,” the organization said in its press release.

Apparently, Mexico City is where it’s at right now for the best cocktails! The ’50 Best’ awards ceremony was held there again this year. The city “continues to platform the country’s place as a leader of the global cocktail scene.”

Below are the top 50 Best Bars in North America:

  1. Handshake Speakeasy, Mexico City
  2. Superbueno, New York
  3. Overstory, New York
  4. Martiny’s, New York
  5. Rayo, Mexico City
  6. Jewel of the South, New Orleans
  7. Double Chicken Please, New York
  8. Thunderbolt, Los Angeles
  9. Licorería Limantour, Mexico City
  10. Tlecān, Mexico City
  11. Zapote Bar, Playa del Carmen
  12. Katana Kitten, New York
  13. Café La Trova, Miami
  14. El Gallo Altanero, Guadalajara
  15. Employees Only, New York
  16. Aruba Day Drink, Tijuana
  17. Café de Nadie, Mexico City
  18. La Factoría, San Juan
  19. Kumiko, Chicago
  20. Dante, New York
  21. Civil Liberties, Toronto
  22. Service Bar, Washington DC
  23. Allegory, Washington DC
  24. Botanist Bar, Vancouver
  25. Herbs & Rye, Las Vegas
  26. Baltra Bar, Mexico City
  27. Bekeb, San Miguel de Allende
  28. Kaito del Valle, Mexico City
  29. Bar Pompette, Toronto
  30. True Laurel, San Francisco
  31. Attaboy, New York
  32. Meadowlark, Chicago
  33. The Dead Rabbit, New York
  34. Selva, Oaxaca
  35. Library by the Sea, Grand Cayman
  36. Century Grand, Phoenix
  37. Arca, Tulum
  38. Pacific Cocktail Heaven, San Francisco
  39. Cloakroom, Montreal
  40. Bar Mordecai, Toronto
  41. Maison Premiere, New York
  42. Hanky Panky, Mexico City
  43. Angel’s Share, New York
  44. Milady’s, New York
  45. Brujas, Mexico City
  46. Mírate, Los Angeles
  47. Cure, New Orleans
  48. Best Intentions, Chicago
  49. The Keefer Bar, Vancouver
  50. Atwater Cocktail Club, Montreal

If you want more top-notch bars to drink at, don’t miss our very own list of the 50 Best Bars in NYC, which include other spots like the Long Island Bar, Bemelmans Bar, Sunken Harbor Club, and Dutch Kills.

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Mayor Adams Unveils FY 2025 Budget With Substantial Investments In New Yorkers After Fiscal Success

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams today released the City of New York’s balanced $111.6 billion Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Executive Budget. Mayor Adams’ budget builds on the administration’s actions, since last fall, to stabilize the city’s fiscal outlook, and has positioned the city to backfill long-term programs that had only been funded with temporary stimulus funds…

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Proving Negligence In A Slip And Fall Case In Harlem And Beyond

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You may be wondering how to establish negligence in a personal injury lawsuit if you have been injured in a slip and fall case. However, this isn’t often so simple, and proving it is your only hope of getting the maximum compensation. Even though you know that some person is totally to blame for your…

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The Role Of Family In Addiction Recovery

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The journey through addiction recovery is seldom a solitary path. Although individual determination plays a crucial role, the support systems surrounding a person, especially family, significantly impact the effectiveness and endurance of recovery efforts. The strategies and involvement detailed in Addiction Treatment SEO are integral to these support systems, highlighting the family’s pivotal role in…

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NYC’s SummerStage concert series just released its official line-up

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NYC’s SummerStage concert series just released its official line-up

The city’s most beloved free summer concert series is back with a stellar line-up!

Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage 2024, New York City’s annual concert series that takes over Central Park every summer, just released its official line-up with artists like T-Pain, Snail Mail, Madison Cunningham, Corinne Bailey Rae, The Metropolitan Opera, Trixie Mattel and Amanda Lepore, Counting Crows, Ghostface Killah, The Gaslight Anthem and more.

RECOMMENDED: SummerStage 2024 Guide

This year, SummerStage will bring New Yorkers nearly 85 free and benefit shows to Central Park and 13 neighborhood parks across the five boroughs, including at Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem, Tompkins Square Park in the East Village, Herbert Von King Park in Bed-Stuy and The Coney Island Amphitheater on the boardwalk in Brooklyn, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Queens, Crotona Park in the Bronx, Stapleton Waterfront Park in Staten Island, and SummerStage’s flagship venue at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park.

This season is all about celebrating incredible music from around the world with artists like The Aussie BBQ, Colombian music star Fonseca and Spain’s captivating new flamenco singer Israel Fernández, Sidonie and the Balkan Paradise Orchestra. 

“We are thrilled to once again celebrate the vibrant diversity of New York City’s cultures and communities across all five boroughs,” said Erika Elliott, Executive Artistic Director of SummerStage. “Our lineup will shine a bright spotlight on some of music’s most iconic female artists who have made an impact in their genres, from rock and New Orleans soul scions to Dominican merengue and Brazilian samba legends. We are continuing to support rising artists from around the world who are showcasing their fresh takes on various genres like hip-hop, Americana, rock, Latin, pop, and more. 2024 promises to be an unforgettable season!”

Here’s the season teaser trailer:

SummerStage will continue to celebrate NYC as the birthplace of hip-hop, too. On the slate includes the return of MIKE’S Young World IV featuring Earl Sweatshirt, Myaap, Sideshow, and more on July 13 and the Chuck Chillout 40th Radio Anniversary Party featuring Ice T, MOP, Schoolly D, Peter Gunz, Lord Tariq, and more hosted by Ralph McDaniels on August 1—both in Bed-Stuy’s Herbert Von King Park. Then on August 18, the Special Uptown Edition celebrates 40 years of Red Alert & Ralph McDaniels of Video Music Box will be in Harlem’s Marcus Garvey Park and Funk Flex will celebrate his birthday with performances by Slick Rick, Dana Dane, Doug E. Fresh, DJ Maseo, and more in Central Park.

All shows are free except the benefit concerts, which are noted below.

The full SummerStage line-up for 2024:

Date

Door Time

Artists

Park

Type of Show

Fri, May 17

5pm

James Arthur

Central Park

Benefit

Sat, Jun 1

6pm

OPENING NIGHT: Andra Day in association with Blue Note Jazz Festival

Subaru Music Series

Central Park

Free

Sat, Jun 8

5pm

KES

Central Park

Benefit

Thu, Jun 13

5pm

Kim Gordon / Sun Ra Arkestra / Slauson Malone 1

Subaru Music Series

Central Park

Free

Sat, Jun 15

4pm

THE AUSSIE BBQ: Jebediah / Last Dinosaurs / Northeast Party House / Sheppard / Sycco / Thelma Plum in Association with Sounds Australia and the American Australian Association

Central Park

Free

Sat, Jun 15

5pm

Andy Montañez / Charlie Cruz / People of Earth / La Mega DJ in association with 97.9 La Mega

Coney Island Amphitheater

Free

Sun, Jun 16

6pm

Corinne Bailey Rae / Dixson in association with Blue Note Jazz Festival

Central Park

Free

Tue, Jun 18

7pm

The Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital featuring Leah Hawkins, Mario Chang, Michael Sumuel

Central Park

Free

Wed, Jun 19

5pm

Masego / Jordan Ward

Central Park 

Benefit

Thu, Jun 20

7pm

The Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital featuring Leah Hawkins, Mario Chang, Michael Sumuel

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Free

Sat, Jun 22

5pm

The Yussef Dayes Experience / Aneesa Strings / Dana and Alden in association with Blue Note Jazz Festival

Central Park

Free

Sun, Jun 23

6pm

T-Pain’s Mansion in Wiscansin Tour

Central Park

Benefit

Mon, Jun 24

7pm

The Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital featuring Brittany Olivia Logan, Hannah Jones, Matthew Cairns

Jackie Robinson Park

Free

Wed, Jun 26

7pm

The Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital featuring Brittany Olivia Logan, Hannah Jones, Matthew Cairns

Williamsbridge Oval

Free

Wed, Jun 26

6pm

Caifanes + Café Tacvba

Central Park

Benefit

Thu, Jun 27

5pm

Ethel Cain with Special Guest Teethe

Central Park

Benefit

Fri, Jun 28

7pm

The Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital featuring Brittany Olivia Logan, Hannah Jones, Matthew Cairns

Socrates Sculpture Park

Free

Fri, Jun 28

5pm

Utopia Pride: Above & Beyond and Spencer Brown

Central Park

Benefit

Sat, Jun 29

5pm

Pride Disco with Trixie Matell, Amanda Lepore, and Jess King

Central Park

Benefit

Sun, Jun 30

3pm

Dreamland Pride 

Central Park

Benefit

Mon, Jul 1

5pm

Madison Cunningham / LA LOM /  John-Robert / Corrente: Beatriz Mira & Tiago Barreiros

Central Park

Free

Sun, Jul 7

5pm

Ezra Collective / Celeste / Da Chick DJ in association with Blue Note Jazz Festival

Central Park

Free

Sun, Jul 7

5pm

Federation Sound 25th Anniversary featuring Sister Nancy / Tanto Metro & Devonte and friends

Coney Island Amphitheater

Free

Wed, Jul 10

6pm

LAMC and Latin GRAMMY 25th Anniversary: Fonseca / Israel Fernández / Bruses

Central Park

Free

Thu, Jul 11

5pm

Counting Crows

Subaru Music Series

Central Park

Benefit

Thu, Jul 11

6pm

Works & Process: It’s Showtime NYC! / Maimouna Keita African Dance Company / Kash Gaines’s Caged Birds

Herbert Von King Park

Free

Fri, Jul 12

6pm

Sounds of Detroit: Celebrating 50 years of J Dilla feat. The Pharcyde / Slum Village / Breakbeat Lou in association with Fusicology & Future x Sounds

Herbert Von King Park

Free

Sat, Jul 13

5pm

LAMC: BRESH

Central Park

Free

Sat, Jul 13

4pm

MIKE’s Young World IV: Earl Sweatshirt / Myaap / Sideshow / Stahhr / Stacy Epps

Herbert Von King Park

Free

Sun, Jul 14

TBD

Lineup to be announced

Herbert Von King Park

Free

Sun, Jul 14

4pm

GOLDEN OLDIES ON THE BOARDWALK: Oldies is Back in Brooklyn Feat. The Platters former lead singer Frank Pizarro / Charlie Thomas’ Drifters with Jeff Hall / The Marvelettes / Bill Haley Jr’s Comets / Johnny Farina / The Excellents / The Chiclettes / Vinnie Medugno / Hosted by Joe Causi WCBS FM and Sal Abbatiello Fever Records / Music by The Coda Band

Coney Island Amphitheater

Free

Sun, Jul 14

5pm

Bastille Day: IAM / Magic System / The Avener / Laurie Darmon / Femi the Scorpion in association with the Consulate General of France

Central Park

Free

Wed, Jul 17

5pm

The Saw Doctors / The Coronas

Central Park

Benefit

Sat, Jul 20

5pm

DJ Rekha’s Basement Bhangra Beyond: Priya Ragu / DJ Rekha / Ami Dang / Lady Pista + Guests

Flushing Meadows-Corona Park

Free

Sun, Jul 21

TBD

Lineup to be announced

Flushing Meadows-Corona Park

  

Sun, Jul 21

6pm

Proyecto Uno / Milly Quezada / DJ Miquelito & Excarlet Molina in association with 97.9 La Mega

Central Park

Free

Wed, Jul 24

5pm

Arooj Aftab / Sid Sriram / EMEL

Central Park

Free

Sat, Jul 27

3pm

Piano People in the Park: Scorpion Kings / DBN GoGo / Kelvin MoMo / DJ Moma / DJ Tunez

Central Park

Benefit

Sun, Jul 28

5pm

Catalan Sounds On Tour: Sidonie / Balkan Paradise Orchestra / Lau Noah / DJ Turmix in association with the Institut Ramon Llull

Central Park

Free

Wed, Jul 31

6pm

Elevation Worship: Praise Party!

Central Park

Benefit

Thu, Aug 1

6pm

Chuck Chillout 40th Radio Anniversary Party:  Ice T / MOP / Schoolly D / Peter Gunz & Lord Tariq / Super Lover Cee & Casanova Rud / CL Smooth / Joeski Love / D.J. Breakout / Funky Four + 1 More / Ultramagnetic MCs / DJ Chuck Chillout & Kool Chip / NINE / Al B. Sure! / Music by Funk Flex / Hosted By Ralph McDaniels & Bugsy Buggs

Crotona Park

Free

Thu, Aug 1

5pm

Blue Note Presents: Robert Glasper Featuring Yebba

Central Park

Benefit

Fri, Aug 2

6pm

Tedsmooth’s Freestyle Jam feat. Coro / C-Bank / DJ Serg / Anthony Mangini / Tedsmooth / Strafe

Crotona Park

Free

Sat, Aug 3

5pm

The Originals

Central Park

Free

Sat, Aug 3

6pm

King Promise / Dan Price the Artist / DJ Faddah in association with GhanaFest-NY

Crotona Park

Free

Sun, Aug 4

TBD

Lineup to be announced

Crotona Park 

Free

Sun, Aug 4

5pm

Galactic featuring Irma Thomas / The Rumble featuring Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr

Central Park

Free

Sun, Aug 4

4pm

NEMS Presents: GORILLAFEST Featuring Ghostface Killah / DJ Drewski & Friends / Statik Selektah / Scram Jones / Tony Touch and Friends 

Coney Island Amphitheater

Free

Thu, Aug 8

6:30pm

David Cross and Super Pals featuring Bob Odenkirk, Sarah Silverman, Fred Armisen, Zach Zucker, Sean Patton and more TBA

Central Park

Benefit

Sat, Aug 10

6pm

VP Records 45th Anniversary

Central Park

Free

Sun, Aug 11

5pm

WBLS 50th Anniversary Celebration: Jon B / Vivian Green / Meli’sa Morgan / Horace Brown / Jeff Redd / Funk Flex

Coney Island Amphitheater

Free

Sun, Aug 11

TBD

Lineup to be announced

Stapleton Waterfront Park

Free

Thu, Aug 15

TBD

Lineup to be announced

Marcus Garvey Park

Free

Fri, Aug 16

TBD

Lineup to be announced

Marcus Garvey Park

Free

Sat, Aug 17

5pm

Palmwine Festival NYC: Show Dem Camp feat. The Cavemen & Friends in association with Move Forward Music

Central Park

Free

Sat, Aug 17

6pm

The Soapbox Presents: The Life of the Party

Marcus Garvey Park

Free

Sun, Aug 18

5pm

Special Uptown Edition: Celebrating 40 years of Red Alert & Ralph McDaniels Video Music Box

Marcus Garvey Park

Free

Sun, Aug 18

6pm

Funk Flex Birthday Party with Live performances by Slick Rick, Dana Dane, Doug E. Fresh, DJ Maseo & Funk Flex

Central Park

Free

Wed, Aug 21

5pm

The Gaslight Anthem / Joyce Manor / Pinkshift

Central Park

Benefit

Thu, Aug 22

5pm

Brazilian Day: Alcione / Larissa Luz / DJ Malfeitona / Film screening: “Gerson King Combo” in association with 28th Inffinito Brazilian Film Festival

Central Park

Free

Fri, Aug 23

5pm

Hip-Hop Is The LOML Tour: The Roots ft. Jungle Brothers / Digable Planets

Subaru Music Series

Central Park

Benefit 

Fri, Aug 23

7pm

Charlie Parker Jazz Festival: Christian McBride Big Band / Wallace Roney Jr in partnership with Jazzmobile

Marcus Garvey Park

Free

Sat, Aug 24

3pm

Charlie Parker Jazz Festival: Carmen Lundy / Helen Sung / Isaiah Collier & the Chosen Few / Tyreek McDole / DJ KulturedChild aka Angelika Beener

Marcus Garvey Park

Free

Sun, Aug 25

3pm

Charlie Parker Jazz Festival: Louis Hayes / SuperBlue: Kurt Elling & Charlie Hunter ft. Huntertones / Ekep Nkwelle / Alexis Lombre / DJ KulturedChild aka Angelika Beener

Tompkins Square Park

Free

Tue, Aug 27

5pm

Snail Mail / Tim Heidecker / Fenne Lily

Central Park

Free

Mon, Sep 9

6pm

WNYC and Friends Centennial Celebration

Central Park

Free

Sun, Oct 20

1pm

The Chol Hamoed Spectacular: The Yeshiva Boys Choir presented in association with EG productions

Coney Island Amphitheater

Free

For the full schedule and tickets, check out cityparksfoundation.org/summerstage. 

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Walk Your Way To Better Health In Harlem And Beyond

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A walk is not just good for your body, it’s also good for your soul. Physical activity, like walking, is one of the best ways to reduce stress and boost your mood. However, reports show walking rates are declining steadily in the United States. On average, 1 out of every 4 U.S. adults sits for…

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