Adam Rubin, co-owner of Art of Play. Photo: Mary Frost/Brooklyn Eagle
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THE LEDE: Over the holiday weekend, a social media post by megastar Kelly Clarkson claimed that a magical curiosity shop on Atlantic Avenue disrespected her during a brief shopping trip. The owners of Art of Play have denied the accusation, but the dispute has since turned ugly and dangerous.
The Rundown
In Brooklyn Federal Court: First female ISIS member to be prosecuted in US: According to court documents, Halima Salman is charged with receiving military-type training from the Islamic State group when she was 18 years old.
Kelly Clarkson’s feud with Brooklyn Heights shop turns ugly as owners face threats: With 8.8 million followers on X, Kelly Clarkson’s accusations and the store’s denials have unleashed something too big and too dark to understand, neighboring shop owners said.
Oct. 24 is the deadline to register to vote in the General Election: The last day to register to vote in the General Election is Saturday, Oct. 24. That is also the last day to request a mail-in ballot, which can be done online or by mail.
New York prosecutors seek to sustain their case against Luigi Mangione, despite his federal plea: New York prosecutors sought Friday to keep their murder case going against Luigi Mangione, arguing that his federal guilty plea shouldn’t end a separate, state-court case over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
BPL and NYRP cut ribbon on Stone Avenue Library garden: “Improving outdoor areas is not just about beautifying our branches; it’s about returning outdoor Library spaces to public use, so our branches provide as much value as possible to the communities we serve,” said Brooklyn Public Library President and CEO Linda E Johnson.
Why the assault weapons debate is a culture debate: Is an assault weapon a weapon of war or a sporting rifle? Is it a machine gun or simply a tricked-out hunting rifle? Does it really pose a risk to the public compared to other guns? (The Conversation)
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WASHINGTON — White House press secretary Katie Zacharia walks out to speak with reporters in the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House. Photo: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP
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"Woman whose body was found in Brooklyn garbage can was strangled, medical examiner says" (Gothamist)
"2 Amazon workers shot outside fulfillment center in Red Hook" (ABC7 New York)
"After years of waiting, this Brooklyn neighborhood is getting its first Trader Joe’s" (SILive.com)
Staff Picks
READ: "Where the Forest Went: Hugh Maxwell’s walk transformed 2.6 million acres of wilderness into a grid for sale. A writer followed his trail to survey what remains." (Longreads)
EAT: Here are the 16 best potato dishes in New York City, including two in Brooklyn. (The Infatuation)
CARTOON: A frank observation. (The New Yorker)
LIVE: "How a Book Editor Lives on $74,000 in Carroll Gardens” (NYT)
The Wrap
⌛ ON THIS DAY
In 1952, the Eagle reported, “Madison Square Garden will be packed to capacity this afternoon, but not one ticket will be sold. The crowd will consist of 15,000 underprivileged children who will witness a special free performance of the World’s Championship Rodeo.” Click here to see what else happened on this day in history.
📔 IMPRINT
Canadian singer-songwriter Tate McRae hangs out for W Magazine.
👑 ROYAL WATCH
"Prince William Stops Traffic Outside Buckingham Palace for This" (Reality Tea)
🏀 SPORTS
Big 3 mum on Chris DeMarco’s status (Brooklyn Eagle)
“Girl Meets World” star Rowan Blanchard
Singer-songwriter Usher
Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Justin Hayward (The Moody Blues)
Former N.Y. Mets outfielder Art Shamsky
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