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Average cost of college education in New York rises for students in 2022-23 school year

By Empire State Today | Oct 15, 2024

College tuition fees rose 2.6% in New York in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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New York: Biologics companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in New York in Q3

By Empire State Today | Oct 12, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted seven inspections at seven Biologics companies from New York in the third quarter of 2024.

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in New York during Q3

By Empire State Today | Oct 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Veterinary company from New York in the third quarter of 2024.

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NY students plan walkout over trans athletes in girls' sports

By Empire State Today | Oct 9, 2024

High school students across New York are preparing for a walkout on October 24 to protest the participation of transgender athletes in girls' sports. The event, called "Walk Off for Fairness Day," is organized by The Coalition to Protect Kids, which is supported by the Catholic Church and the New York Republican and Conservative parties.

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Wall Street Journal critiques New York's Prop 1 ahead of November ballot

By Empire State Today | Oct 7, 2024

The Wall Street Journal editorial board has raised concerns over a proposed amendment, Prop. 1, on New York's November ballot. This measure aims to expand the list of protected classes in the state's constitution by including sex, which encompasses "sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy outcomes, and reproductive healthcare and autonomy." It would also ban discrimination based on age, national origin, ethnicity, and disability.

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Ed Cox calls for support for Israel on anniversary of October 7 attacks

By Empire State Today | Oct 7, 2024

NYGOP Chair Ed Cox has issued a statement commemorating the attacks on Israel that occurred on October 7, 2023. Cox described the event as "a day of unspeakable violence that ignited a war for Israel’s very existence." He emphasized the need for unwavering support for Israel, which he called "a beacon of democracy in a hostile region."

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Analysis: New York one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Empire State Today | Oct 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Empire State Today shows that New York is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in New York during September

By Empire State Today | Oct 4, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Veterinary company from New York in September.

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New York state ranks 32nd in average VA home loan amount in 2023

By Empire State Today | Oct 3, 2024

With $313,330 in issued loans, New York state ranked 32nd for the average amount of a VA home loan in 2023, according to figures provided by the Veteran Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Which type of New York companies were inspected the most by FDA in September?

By Empire State Today | Oct 3, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 11 inspections at 11 Food and Cosmetics companies from New York in September.

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New York: Devices companies were the least FDA inspected companies in New York in September

By Empire State Today | Oct 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Devices company from New York in September.

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FDA conducted second highest number of inspections on Biologics companies in New York during September

By Empire State Today | Oct 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Biologics companies from New York in September.

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In New York state, 491 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Empire State Today | Sep 30, 2024

New York registered 491 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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NY Post urges GOP control of House for checks on executive branch

By Empire State Today | Sep 30, 2024

The New York Post Editorial Board recently emphasized the importance of maintaining Republican control of the House of Representatives in the upcoming 2024 elections. The board argued that New York voters played a crucial role two years ago in shifting control to Republicans, who have since worked to curb what they describe as excessive policies from the Biden-Harris administration.

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VA provides 965 home loans in New York state totaling $314.5 million in Q2

By Empire State Today | Sep 28, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 965 home loans totaling $314.5 million in New York during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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New York experiences lower inflation rate than national average as of August 2024

By Empire State Today | Sep 26, 2024

As of August 2024, New York experienced an 18.9% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.3% increase.

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NYGOP Chair Ed Cox comments on Eric Adams' indictment

By Empire State Today | Sep 26, 2024

NYGOP Chair Ed Cox has issued a statement regarding the indictment of Eric Adams. Cox commented on the situation, drawing parallels to past incidents involving other high-ranking Democrats in Albany and New York City.

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Elise Stefanik urges US withdrawal from UN if antisemitism continues

By Empire State Today | Sep 26, 2024

House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik has published an op-ed in the Washington Examiner, criticizing the United Nations for its handling of antisemitism and its response to Iran and Hamas. The op-ed coincides with the ongoing United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York City.

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VA provides 716 home purchase loans in New York state in Q2

By Empire State Today | Sep 25, 2024

There were 716 VA home purchase loans issued in New York in the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $238.9 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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New York state receives $15.1 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q2

By Empire State Today | Sep 19, 2024

The VA issued 40 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New York during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.