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Ben Shimkus

New York

Ben Shimkus (He/They) is a reporter at The Click and a freelance writer. They have been seen on The X Change Rate and were published in Out Magazine, Morningside Post, and GayCities.com. Current position: Motors Staff Writer for The U.S. Sun.

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Empty shelves where baby formula is normally stocked

May 20, 2022

What’s Behind America’s Baby Formula Shortage?

(NEW YORK) — U.S. stores are running low on baby formula. It has left parents of newborns scrambling to buy […]

By Ben Shimkus

Housing Shelter in NYC

May 8, 2022

Deadly Chaos in New York’s Shelter System

One of New York’s main solutions to its homeless crisis is extremely deadly. Violence in the shelters is motivating some of New York’s homeless population to stay away.

By Ben Shimkus

Noah Marlowe Headshot

May 3, 2022

Performing on Broadway… Every Once and a While

Noah Marlowe is a standby on Broadway. The production relies on his availability - even though he rarely makes it on stage.

By Ben Shimkus

Electric Vehicles Charging

April 28, 2022

Pump the Brakes: America’s All-Electric Vehicle Future is in the Balance

Experts are cautioning that many components aren’t in place for the federal government to procure a fully electric vehicle fleet.

By Ben Shimkus

Amy Shimkus at Alzheimer's walk

April 26, 2022

The Importance of Stuffed Animals in Memory Care

(NEW YORK) – Alzheimer’s disease is tragic. It is also increasingly common. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, COVID led to […]

By Ben Shimkus

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