Pride Month, still: A look at why June’s celebrations matter—rooted in Stonewall and carried forward by activists who refuse to let visibility fade. Queens Pride Parade: The 34th Queens Pride Parade rolls through Jackson Heights today (noon start), with “Unstoppable Pride” as the theme and street closures along 37th Avenue and 75th Street. Local park politics: Copley Square Park’s $18.9M redo has turned it into more event space than green refuge, raising the question of whether programming can replace what landscaping lost. Viral NYC confrontation: YouTuber Nick Shirley trends after a tense street clip that he says included threatening remarks—sparking debate over context and safety. Classroom AI backlash: An NPR/Ipsos survey finds many K-12 teachers think AI is weakening critical thinking and trust, while schools still lack clear rules. World Cup in NYC: With FIFA 2026 security framed as unprecedented, the city’s sports culture is already ramping up—while authorities brace for AI-fueled disruptions. Knicks fever: As the Finals heat up, New York’s streets and watch parties turn the team into a shared civic mood. Tech + culture: Trump’s Truth Social AI music video goes viral, adding another twist to how synthetic media is shaping public conversation. Faith & community: Archbishop Charles Balvo is farewelled after his Australian mission, marking a golden jubilee and decades of global church service.