News Nation: State Department Considering Passport Records “The State Department is ‘assessing’ how to share passport information with state and local governments, as well as some nonprofit groups, ahead of the midterm elections.” “According to a department spokesperson, the goal is to share the information in a way that ‘protects Americans’ data, deters fraud and supports the integrity of U.S. citizenship.”

New York City is the birthplace of the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement and has long been a refuge for those seeking community, dignity, and a place to call home. This week, I visited The Center alongside Prime Minister Rob Jetten of the Netherlands to learn how this vital institution supports our city’s LGBTQ+ youth. At a time when LGBTQ+ communities around the world face uncertainty, New York City remains committed to protecting, supporting, and celebrating LGBTQ+ New Yorkers.

New Yorkers can expect rain and high winds through Monday as a powerful nor’easter continues to pound the area, knocking out power to thousands and grounding hundreds of flights.

New Zealand’s two main parties launched their election campaigns on Sunday, with Christopher Luxon’s National and Chris Hipkins’ Labour each pledging to restore the idea that hard-working New Zealanders should be able to get ahead.

New York City-based HIFI, which provides API infrastructure for stablecoin payments and settlements, raised a $37M Series A led by Left Lane Capital (@dangawrites / The Block) (Visit Techmeme dot com for the link and full context!)