NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch Calls for Legal Reforms to Prevent Repeat Offenders from Walking Free

NEW YORK — NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch lashed out against current legislation that keeps dangerous criminals on the streets, voicing her frustrations during a press conference in Harlem with Mayor Eric Adams on January 22. The commissioner expressed concerns over the judiciary’s actions—or lack thereof—particularly when it comes to bail decisions, amidst what she perceives as a worrying drop in the rates of prosecution. Tisch’s remarks came in response to a query about which laws she would prioritize for revision. She specifically criticized the discovery law, arguing that it often leads to suspects walking free … Read more

Sarah Jessica Parker Takes on Literary World as Celebrity Judge for Booker Prize

LONDON — The Booker Prize, a beacon of literary prestige, has taken a surprising turn by welcoming Sarah Jessica Parker, the star of “Sex and the City,” as its newest celebrity judge. Known for her love of fiction, Parker is no stranger to the literary world, having engaged actively in the New York Times’ poll to shape the best books of the 21st century and helming a publishing imprint dedicated to producing provocative and expansive stories. Parker’s transition from a TV personality to a literary influencer marks a whimsical yet serious foray into the cultural … Read more

Sarah Jessica Parker to Judge 2025 Booker Prize, Joins Panel with Literary Heavyweights

LONDON — In an unexpected crossover between Hollywood and the literary world, Sarah Jessica Parker, famous for her role as Carrie Bradshaw in “Sex and the City,” has been named a judge for the 2025 Booker Prize. The announcement, made Tuesday by the competition organizers, highlighted an eclectic panel that also includes notable figures from around the globe. The panel will be led by Roddy Doyle, an esteemed Irish novelist whose book “Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha” clinched the Booker Prize in 1993. Joining him and Parker will be Nigerian author Ayobami Adebayo, British writer … Read more

From Screen to Page: Sarah Jessica Parker Joins Booker Prize 2025 Jury Line-Up

Los Angeles – Hollywood icon Sarah Jessica Parker will take her place among the judges for the esteemed 2025 Booker Prize. Best known for her role in the television series “Sex and the City,” Parker is no stranger to the storytelling world, though her admiration for written prose has grown in recent years, extending her influence into literary circles. Irish author Roddy Doyle, a Booker Prize recipient himself for his 1993 novel “Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha,” will chair the 2025 panel. Joining Parker and Doyle are Nigerian author Ayobami Adebayo, known for her impactful … Read more