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23andMe bankruptcy sparks privacy concerns; Sen. Sanders urges deletion of genetic data

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Mar. 28, 2025 By Shane O’Brien State Sen. James Sanders, who represents the 10th District in Queens, is urging all 23andMe customers to delete their genetic data following the company’s bankruptcy filing last week. The move comes amid concerns that the company’s extensive genetic database could potentially fall into the hands of an unknown…

Queens leaders divided over Daniel Penny acquittal, sparking heated reactions and call for improved mental health services

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Dec. 10, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Several Queens politicians issued statements following the acquittal of Daniel Penny Monday, with comments from the likes of Astoria Council Member Tiffany Cabán generating enormous controversy. Cabán, in the wake of Penny being found not guilty in the May 2023 chokehold death of Jordan Neely, posted a statement…