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Janeese Lewis George, a democratic socialist, won the D.C. mayoral race by capitalizing on voter dissatisfaction with rising costs and frustration with President Trump. Her victory reflects a shift away from business-friendly leadership in the capital, supported by younger progressive voters and working-class communities, though she faces economic challenges including a budget gap and reliance on federal cooperation.

Partiful, a social app for hosting parties, threw a party during New York Tech Week to celebrate its new ticketing feature, which generates revenue through service fees. The event included free cigarettes, a Tamagotchi necklace, and a bong filled with Smarties, reflecting the app's focus on Gen Z social culture.

Partiful is introducing ticket payments directly within its app as part of its first major monetization effort. The social event planner aims to streamline ticketing for users.