BREAKING; the City Council’s Health Committee just voted to pass and send Romanch’s Law to the full Council for a vote this afternoon! Thank you to Committee Chair @Lynn4NYC, Sponsors @nycdistrict1, @HarveyforNY, @CnDelarosa, @CarlMichaelW, @CMMercedesCD46 for supporting a ban on deadly horse carriages, a fair transition for workers, and a humane future for the horses.

“I have seen so many horses come alive in sanctuary after coming out of working careers their whole lives. They’ve always been spoken to and never heard or even asked to have an opinion,” said Allison Bowling, the executive director of Red Feather Equine Sanctuary in North Carolina. “Watching them get to express themselves and realize that they are able to make their own decisions and choose their own friends and experience what true safety and security means — it’s really powerful and it’s extremely important.” Red Feather is a member of The Carriage Horse Retirement Coalition, a network of equine rescues working to place the city’s roughly 160 carriage horses into retirement homes when the industry phases out in June 2028, per the proposed legislation. @Lynn4NYC @SpeakerMenin @nycdistrict1 @ShahanaFromBK @SpeakerMenin

BREAKING: @NYCCouncil will pass Romanch’s Law on October 22 to ban cruel and dangerous horse-drawn carriages! We have the support of the Council and the mayor to finally end this deadly industry. Thank you @SpeakerMenin for your extraordinary leadership and unwavering determination to bring this long-overdue ban across the finish line. To our supporters who have spent years fighting to protect horses and people: this moment belongs to you. Romanch’s death was a heartbreaking loss that shook our city and laid bare the devastating consequences of this dangerous industry. We are deeply grateful to his family for turning their grief into a powerful call for change. Stay tuned for more details as we prepare to end horse-drawn carriages in New York City and how you can join us next week!

Chad Gilbert, founding member and lead guitarist for New Found Glory, has died at the age of 45 rollingstone.com/music/music…

Duncan Sheik, 'Barely Breathing' Hitmaker and 'Spring Awakening' Stage Composer, Dies at 56 variety.com/2026/music/obitu…

The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority voted 6-0 to officially begin the process of renaming Nashville International Airport in honor of Dolly Parton: • The new name has not yet been decided, though “Dolly Parton International Airport” appears to be an obvious possibility. • The idea was floated even before Parton’s death. In 2025, she joked: “It does sound like a lot of fun to say: ‘Your flight is departin’ from Nashville’s D. Parton.’” wp.me/pc8uak-1lHJv2

What a massive honor… Thank you @CountryMusic 🤍

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old. Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000). A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact. At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at dollyparton.com In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at imaginationlibrary.com

Me really hope @BTS_twt sings Butter. Me will bring flour, sugar, milk, and eggs just in case to make cookies.