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New York Post
30-07-2025
- New York Post
‘Secret' beach just a short ride from NYC named third best in US — and swimsuits are optional
Sun's out, buns out. New Yorkers looking to beat the heat — and get naked — needn't look much farther than the Big Apple. BoatBooker, an international boat activity service, has named the most underrated beaches in the country — and a Garden State entry made the list. Advertisement Gunnison Beach, located in Sandy Hook, came in third place thanks to its sprawling shores and top-tier views of New York City, located just across the water. However, the skyline sights are far from the only spectacle this seaside destination offers. Gunnison is also the only clothing-optional beach in Jersey, making it a popular place for people with a particular penchant for naturalism. Advertisement 3 Gunnison Beach was the only Northeast spot to snag a top ranking on the list. Scenic Corner – Gunnison Beach has been a favorite of naked New Jerseyans since the '70s. However, the National Park Service advises that beach bums keep a close eye on posted signs to ensure they're not caught wandering au naturel out of bounds, as they could be slapped with a disorderly conduct charge. 3 The sandy stretch has plenty of signs about the clothing-optional culture. Steven Hirsch Advertisement 3 Sandy Hook also has plenty of other beaches for the clothing-inclined, but they may be swarmed by summer crowds. John McAdorey – Not only is it clothing-optional, it's also a close commute for New Yorkers and Jerseyites alike. During the summer months, beachgoers can hop on a ferry from lower Manhattan to get to Sandy Hook in an hour or so. New York has its own highly-ranked beaches to be sure, but this season, the most sought-after spots in the Hamptons have become costlier and more crowded than ever before. Advertisement A simple weekend getaway can cost thousands of dollars, plus hours on the highways in traffic. Aside from the New Jersey beach that took bronze, sandy spots in South Carolina and California fared favorably. In fact, aside from Gunnison, literally no other beaches beat out the top-tier Palmetto and Golden State shores. While these hidden gem spots may boast sprawling, crowd-free sands, many listed areas — Gunnison Beach included — do not have lifeguards on duty. Top underrated beaches in the U.S. in 2025 Vereen Memorial Park, South Carolina Driftwood Beach, South Carolina Gunnison Beach, New Jersey Morris Island, South Carolina Torrey Pines City Beach, California Caswell Beach, North Carolina Dana Strands Beach, California Pirates Cove Beach, California Station 22 – Public Beach Access, South Carolina Edisto Beach State Park Campground, South Carolina Amid a wave of high-profile drownings as a result of coastal rip currents, experts advise beachgoers to monitor weather and wave conditions closely. Kaitlin Krause, the founder of the NYC-based rip current education non-profit Rising Tide Effect, previously told The Post that 'untrained rescuers often become victims themselves,' and advised onlookers to call 911 immediately, and said that 'if you must assist, throw something that floats, like a life ring, buoy or cooler.'
New York Post
30-06-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Mysterious international cyberhackers known as ‘Scattered Spider' now targeting airline industry: FBI
A shadowy crew of international cyberhackers known as 'Scattered Spider' are now believed to be targeting the airline industry, the FBI warned in a new alert. The mysterious gang, which has been linked to data breaches at insurance giant Aflac and several major retailers in the United Kingdom in recent years, now has its sights set on air travel, the feds said in an urgent warning posted online over the weekend. 'The FBI has recently observed the cybercriminal group Scattered Spider expanding its targeting to include the airline sector,' the agency said. 'These actors rely on social engineering techniques, often impersonating employees or contractors to deceive IT help desks into granting access.' Advertisement 4 The international cybergang 'Scattered Spider' has hacked major corporations and is now targeting airlines, the FBI said. Getty Images 4 The airline industry is next in line for the cyberhackers 'Scattered Spider,' the FBI warned this weekend. John McAdorey – 'They target large corporations and their third-party IT providers, which means anyone in the airline ecosystem, including trusted vendors and contractors, could be at risk,' the FBI said. Advertisement The underground digital crooks — believed to be led by young hackers in the US and the UK — have wreaked havoc in recent years, stealing data from corporations and sometimes extorting them, the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, part of the Department of Homeland Security, said in a 2023 security alert about the group. 4 In an urgent alert on Friday, the FBI said an international cybergroup 'Scattered Spider' plans to disrupt airlines. dima – Earlier this month, Scattered Spider was suspected to be behind a major data breach at Aflac, potentially exposing Social Security numbers, insurance claims and health information of tens of millions of customers. The crew was also believed to be behind similar breaches at Erie Insurance and Philadelphia Insurance Companies, and was linked to hacks at Marks & Spencer and other UK retailers. Advertisement Scattered Spider drew particular notoriety in September 2023 when the group broke into and locked up the networks of casino operators Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts International, and demanded hefty ransom payments. Caesars was forced to pay about $15 million to restore its network. 4 'Scattered Spider' has been linked to data breaches at Aflac and at several Las Vegas casinos as far back as 2021. Christopher Sadowski Last year, federal prosecutors in Los Angeles charged five reputed members between the ages of 20 and 23 with allegedly hacking into 12 separate companies between September 2021 and April 2023. Advertisement Now, the FBI says Scattered Spider might be turning its sinister talents on the airlines. 'Once inside, Scattered Spider actors steal sensitive data for extortion and often deploy ransomware,' the agency's alert on Friday said. 'The FBI is actively working with aviation and industry partners to address this activity and assist victims. Early reporting allows the FBI to engage promptly, share intelligence across the industry, and prevent further compromise.'
New York Post
06-06-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Dozens of New Jersey suburbs have more renters than homeowners — more than any other state
In the Garden State, signing a deed to buy a home is being outnumbered in certain areas by inking a lease to rent one. As housing affordability continues to decline nationwide, a growing number of New Jersey suburbs especially are now dominated by renters — recasting the classic vision of suburban life. A new analysis of US Census data by Point2Homes reveals that 39 New Jersey suburbs with populations more than 10,000 are now renter-majority — a figure that leads the nation. Advertisement 6 New Jersey suburbs are becoming ground zero for the rise of the 'renter majority,' as the dream of suburban homeownership slips further out of reach. Col. Wilson – Once a haven for aspiring homeowners who wanted to maintain close ties to New York City, the state's inner-ring suburbs are seeing significant demographic and economic transformation as more residents lease rather than buy. Places like Harrison, Union City, West New York, Passaic and Elizabeth are among the top 20 suburbs in the country with the highest shares of renter households. Advertisement In Harrison, located near Newark, over 81% of households are occupied by renters; in Union City, it's nearly 80%. The trend isn't just about where people are living — it's about how. 6 According to a recent study by Point2Homes, 39 New Jersey suburbs now have more renters than homeowners — more than any other state represented in the national analysis. John McAdorey – 6 Places like Harrison, Union City, West New York, Passaic and Elizabeth top the list, with renter rates exceeding 74%. Fotosforthefuture/Wirestock Creators – The shift reflects both an affordability crisis and changing attitudes about homeownership, according to the National Association of Home Builders, which noted that nearly 75% of US households cannot afford a median-priced new home in 2025 — now hovering around $460,000 with a 30-year mortgage rate at 6.5%. Advertisement In New Jersey, the shift is particularly stark. Of the 15 suburbs nationwide that flipped from homeowner-majority to renter-majority between 2018 and 2023, four are in New Jersey — more than any other state. 6 From 2018 to 2023, four New Jersey suburbs — including Bound Brook and Secaucus — were among the top 15 nationwide to tip into renter-majority status. Luis – Bound Brook, for example, saw its renter population jump from just under 50% to more than 58%. Advertisement North Arlington, East Franklin and Secaucus also made the list, each undergoing a similar transformation. Meanwhile, Elizabeth and Paterson added more than 3,500 renter households each over the past five years, ranking among the top 10 suburbs nationwide for absolute growth in renter households. The movement isn't just driven by rising home prices — it's also a response to skyrocketing urban rents, especially considering nearby New York. 6 The trend reflects both affordability challenges and broader cultural shifts: younger generations shaped by the 2008 housing crash are increasingly opting to rent, not just for financial reasons but for flexibility, remote work compatibility and proximity to transit. Bildgigant – 6 In places like Elizabeth and Union Township, large-scale rental developments near train stations are rapidly reshaping once ownership-dominated landscapes, catering to renters priced out of New York City and nearby urban centers. Felix Mizioznikov – Younger generations, especially millennials and Gen Z, are turning to suburban rentals as a middle ground: close enough to transit, but far enough from the eye-watering rents on or on the other side of the Hudson. Developers have responded in kind. In places like Union Township and Elizabeth, mid-rise apartment buildings have cropped up near train stations, catering to commuters and remote workers alike.
New York Post
16-05-2025
- New York Post
Exclusive enclave near NYC sparks fury over ‘extortionate' new beach pass prices for summer
No, Deal! Nothing like a beach day that drains your wallet — before you even hit the sand. The Borough of Deal, a desirable Jersey Shore destination known for golden beaches and coastal charm, has tourists and locals alike fuming over the sky-high cost of a seasonal beach pass. Advertisement 4 Beach bummer: Deal's $200 summer pass has sun-seekers crying 'extortion' — especially with Asbury Park and Belmar (above) charging just $70 and $80. Jin – The new price of $200, which kicks in for the summer of 2025, has been dubbed 'extortionate' by beachgoers — who say the towel tariff is way out of line. To put it in perspective, nearby Asbury Park and Belmar charge just $70 and $80 for their seasonal passes, respectively — a downright bargain compared to Deal's steep fee. Advertisement Bayhead, another popular spot, charges $60 for a half-season badge and $110 for the full summer. Last year, Deal, an exclusive oceanfront enclave ranked among the country's most affluent communities, didn't even offer seasonal passes — instead charging beachgoers a relatively modest $10 to visit Monday through Thursday and $12 on weekends. This year, those daily rates are up too, rising to $12 on weekdays and $15 on weekends. Meanwhile, kids 11 and under can still splash around for free. 4 The Borough of Deal (above) just slapped sunbathers with whopping $200 beach pass — and many on Reddit are fuming. vin – Advertisement But some say the new pass price feels like a slap in the face, especially since most beaches across the U.S. don't cost a dime to enjoy. While New Jersey and other Northeast states has normalized charging for beach access — ostensibly to help fund lifeguards, maintenance, and crowd control — this particular price-hike has sparked an unusual amount of outrage online. One irate Redditor didn't mince words, as reported by The Daily Mail, writing, 'NJ residents shouldn't have to buy tags. No one really should have to. Without beachgoers, they have no economy.' 4 Last summer, Deal (above) ditched seasonal passes, hitting beachgoers with $10 weekday fees and $12 for weekends instead. Jin – Advertisement Another chimed in, agreeing that locals are being taken for a ride: 'If you are paying taxes in New Jersey, you should not have to pay to use the beaches.' The timing couldn't be worse, as Memorial Day — the official start of beach season — is just around the corner on May 26. As Deal's newly priced passes go on sale, many are left wondering whether the iconic summer escape is becoming a luxury they just can't afford. 4 Bad timing: With Memorial Day just around the corner, Deal's sky-high beach pass prices have sun-seekers wondering if their favorite summer spot is now too rich for their blood. John McAdorey – While some defend the fees as necessary to keep beaches safe and well-maintained, many apparently can't help but feel squeezed by the rising costs. And as Deal's beaches fill up with those willing to pay the premium, plenty of Jersey Shore fans may be heading to cheaper sands this summer — or voicing their frustration online.
New York Post
12-05-2025
- General
- New York Post
Newark air traffic crisis gets worse with one controller to oversee up to 180 takeoffs and landings
The safety nightmare continues at Newark Liberty International Airport, where all air traffic control will be manned by just one fully qualified person during its busiest time tonight, The Post can exclusively reveal. One air traffic controller (ATC) and a trainee will operate every flight in and out of Newark between 6.30pm-9.30pm — despite 15 staffers being the standard requirement for a shift. A New York-based ATC, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, described the situation as 'pure insanity' and warned that the schedule shows the control tower for the airport will operate 'at bare bones' while between 168 and 180 planes are scheduled to take off and land. Advertisement 4 Newark Airport in New Jersey has a huge shortage of air control staff, and its control tower is set to be manned by just one qualified controller and a trainee on Monday night. John McAdorey – It comes after the New Jersey airport was initially facing a 'zero ATC event' — a term used by industry workers to describe the doomsday scenario of no one showing up — Monday afternoon until a controller on his day off agreed to come in and cover the evening shift. 'One of the controllers is canceling his day off and coming into work. But that's not going to safely cover the entire system,' the source warned The Post. Advertisement The source said that a similar situation had occurred on Sunday when only two ATC's were on for the night shift. '15 is the target for EWR. Anything less than half of that is rough. Safety begins to be compromised,' he said, adding that he has 'never seen anything like this' in his decades-long career. 'If you get below half of that standard, so seven, your safety begins to be compromised and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) knows that. So what they'll do is put out ground stop delays and that's what we're seeing across the country. 'But it's still just dangerous when 1-3 controllers are getting slammed.' Advertisement The FAA and Department of Transportation (DOT) did not immediately return The Post's request for comment. However, US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy gave a press conference about Newark where he said: 'I think it is clear that the blame belongs with the last administration. Joe Biden did nothing to fix the system they knew was broke.' 4 Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has claimed the control tower problems are the fault of the previous administration. Getty Images 4 A screen displaying a huge number of delayed flights at Newark on May 9. REUTERS Advertisement The airspace around New York and New Jersey is considered one of the 'busiest and most complex' sectors in the nation, according to several ATCs who spoke to The Post. 'In ideal weather, with full staffing and with perfectly functioning technology, the FAA tells us that the airport can only handle 77 flights per hour,' United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said in a note to employees last week. 'And yet, the FAA regularly approves schedules of 80+ flights per hour almost every day between 3:00pm and 8:00 p.m.' 'This math doesn't work,' Kirby added in the note. 'Especially when there is weather, staffing issues or technology breakdowns — the airspace, taxiways, and runways get backed up and gridlock occurs.' Newark Liberty International Airport, where United Airlines Holdings Inc. operates 68% of the airport's flights, experienced two jarring radar and communications failures in two weeks. The outages prompted the FAA to propose limiting the airport to no more than 56 total operations per hour. 4 The air control tower at Newark airport. AFP via Getty Images The FAA and airlines are meeting on Wednesday to discuss flight cuts at Newark Liberty International Airport. The source claimed there is a solution to the drastic staffing shortages that have brought the airport to a standstill, caused endless flight delays and cancelations, and prompted widespread safety concerns. Advertisement 'It is because Pete Buttigieg and the union collaborated and moved the [Newark] sector from Long Island [in New York] to Philadelphia last summer in the name of 'staffing concerns',' he told The Post. The FAA previously said the Newark Airport chaos was being exacerbated by at least ATC's who took 'trauma leave' of up to 45 days to cope with the stress of equipment failures.
