HNGN

Headlines & Global News

ABOUT US

Headlines & Global News (HNGN.com) is steadfast in its dedication to impartiality, amplifying a multitude of voices and perspectives. Committed to comprehending the complexities of our global community, we offer an unbiased platform that values a neutral stance across diverse ethnicities, social dynamics, and political beliefs. In an ever-expanding world, HNGN.com not only recognizes but emphasizes the imperative need for an inclusive media outlet. We firmly believe that promoting understanding and integration is indispensable for a thriving society. Whether you're actively engaged in the community or not, we invite you to HNGN.com to explore the issues that genuinely matter to our readers.

Guided by core values of truth and freedom, our editorial focus is on delivering unbiased facts, allowing readers to make informed decisions. We stand firm in not compromising or hiding facts, dedicated to providing uncompromising journalism.

HNGN.com transcends traditional online news, serving as a hub for information and data on topics that matter. Our content spans various platforms, ensuring accessibility to audiences of all ages, with diverse delivery and tone, all while maintaining accuracy and veracity.

Welcome to Headlines & Global News!


EDITORIAL

Neil Sloane

Editor-in-Chief

Before taking the helm of HNGN, Neil was the News Director at The Messenger. He is a veteran news editor, who served for four years as Managing Editor of Politics at the New York Post, covering New York City and state politics as well as national politics, including two presidential elections, two impeachments, and an ousted governor of New York. Before that, the 30-year newsroom veteran was courts editor at The Post and since 2005 also ran some of its biggest general news stories of the day. You can follow him on X @sloaneneil.

Will Veale

Managing Editor

Will got his start in media chasing news in New York City with a camera and a press badge, working his way up the local news desk at NY1 News. After five years covering the Big Apple, Will transitioned to the digital news space, taking on news and U.S. politics at Newsweek as the Deputy National News Editor, where he covered the 2022 US Midterm Elections and the Russia-Ukraine War. After Newsweek, Will joined Neil Sloane's team at The Messenger, where they both covered high-profile US crime, general news, and the Hamas-Israel War. You can follow him @WilliamVealeNYC

Josh Cohen

Senior Editor

Josh is a multimedia news editor with vast experience in digital breaking news coverage as well as podcasts. Before joining HNGN, he was managing editor for History On The Net at Salem Media Group, where he contributed articles, managed freelancers and contributed to SEO. He was also host and executive producer of the Eyewitness History podcast, where he interviewed a co-founder of Apple, the creator of the Podcast format, the former principal of Columbine High School, and many Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists. You can follow him on X @JoshCohenWriter.

Aaron Feis

News Editor

Aaron is an experienced news writer and editor. Over the past 15 years he has handled some of the biggest news stories for New York City's PIX11 News, the New York Post and, most recently, The Messenger.

Luke Funk

Senior Reporter

Luke is a veteran journalist with more than 25 years of experience in newspaper, radio, television and digital media. Most recently he was a breaking news reporter for The Messenger. He previously managed digital properties for FOX 5 NY. From his start in covering high school sports for print to business news on the radio to breaking news and farming issues on TV, Luke has covered it all. You can follow him on X @lukefunknews.

Tristan Balagtas

Senior Reporter

Before joining HNGN as a senior reporter, Tristan reported for The Messenger and People Magazine, specializing in criminal justice coverage and human interest. Tristan graduated from the University of Nevada Las Vegas with a degree in journalism.

Mark Moore

Breaking News Reporter

Mark is a veteran journalist who has been a lynchpin of coverage in his roles as both a reporter and an editor at several New York City dailies. He most recently worked as a reporter at The Messenger. Before that he had long tenures at the New York Post, the New York Daily News and Newsday.

Madeline Fitzgerald

Breaking News Reporter

Madeline is a New York-based reporter. She attended Mount Holyoke College where she studied politics and philosophy. Before joining the HNGN team, Madeline served as a news reporter at The Messenger. You can follow her on X @madelineanele

Ricardo Hazell

Breaking News Reporter

Ricardo Hazell is a versatile journalist, editor and columnist with over 25 years of experience covering sports, politics, film & television and popular culture. He began his career as a Research Intern at Editor & Publisher in 1997. Since then his byline has appeared in Bleacher Report, BET.com, FOXNews, EURweb, AllHipHop.com, HipHopDX, the Root and many other publications. He joined HNGN in December 2023.

Nina Joudeh

Breaking News Reporter

Nina is a committed journalist and versatile writer, shaped by a childhood split between the United States and the Middle East. Having lived overseas most of her life, she is fluent in several languages, and her storytelling transcends cultural boundaries, offering a distinctive perspective on global issues. From investigative journalism to evocative narratives, her work reflects a rich tapestry woven from diverse experiences. She currently resides in New York City.

Real Time Analytics