New York City authorities removed a large Pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument, sparking immediate outrage among LGBTQ+ activists who gathered for protests at the site. The takedown, ordered amid routine maintenance ahead of winter, was seen as erasing queer history from the iconic 1969 riot birthplace.


New York: Pride Flag Ripped from Stonewall Monument Sparks Fury

New York’s iconic ‘Bodega Cats’—beloved shop companions—are at the center of a growing movement to protect them. A petition to safeguard these furry store residents is gaining momentum as New Yorkers voice their support. Will these beloved felines get official recognition?


New York Advances Plan to Protect and Legalise ‘Bodega Cats’ 

A powerful winter storm has blanketed large parts of the United States, dumping heavy snow and disrupting daily life. In Boston, snow-covered streets turned into makeshift ski slopes, while New Yorkers took advantage of the whiteout conditions to enjoy snowball fights and winter scenes as the storm swept across the region.


Hundreds of Thousands Still Without Power, Mississippi & Tennessee Among Hardest-Hit States

A gas leak triggered an explosion and fire at a high-rise apartment building in the Bronx area of New York City, killing one person and injuring at least a dozen others. Firefighters were responding to reports of a gas leak when the blast occurred, forcing residents to evacuate in freezing conditions.


New York Fire: Explosion Sparks Deadly Fire At New York City Apartment Building | WION 

The massive winter storm is expected to halt economic activity across the U.S. Major cities from Oklahoma to New York face road closures, flight cancellations, and stalled businesses.


U.S. Winter Storm Could Cost $24 Billion Per Day 

A new Gallup survey highlights declining American trust in politicians, with confidence hitting record lows amid partisan divides and governance pessimism. Only 41% express trust in public officials, down sharply from 1970s levels, as faith in government branches remains near historic bottoms.


New Gallup Survey Reveals More and More Americans Are Losing Trust in Politicians

Nearly 15,000 nurses have walked out at some of New York City’s biggest hospitals, including Mount Sinai, Montefiore and NewYork Presbyterian, in one of the largest healthcare strikes in decades. The nurses are demanding safer staffing levels, higher pay and better security as state authorities warn the strike could threaten patient care across the city.


New York: Nearly 15,000 Nurses Strike at Major New York Hospitals | WION

Zendaya’s 10th wax figure was unveiled at Madame Tussauds New York, capturing her iconic Bottega Veneta look from the Dune: Part Two premiere. The figure even features an engagement ring, referencing her relationship with Tom Holland. Styled by Law Roach, this statue celebrates Zendaya’s fashion evolution and influence in entertainment, ahead of her busy 2026 schedule with Euphoria, The Drama, and The Odyssey.

Madame Tussauds New York Reveals Lifelike Zendaya Figure

Deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro will appear in a New York City courtroom today after his capture by the US military in an attack that killed at least 32 Cubans. He is facing drug and weapons charges.

BREAKING: Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro To Be Tried In US 

Landmarks across Syracuse, in Central New York State, are covered in snow after a powerful lake-effect storm swept through the region. Forecasters say more snow is on the way, with hazardous travel expected, as authorities urge drivers to take extra precautions over the next few days.


New York Snowfall: Lake-Effect Snow is Formed by Cold Air Over Warm Lakes 

Newly-inaugurated New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani hit the ground running on Thursday afternoon, signing three executive orders designed to confront the city's housing crisis.

New York: Mamdani Vows to Make New York City Affordable for Working People 

Massive crowds gathered to witness the iconic annual ball drop ceremony as the world welcomed New Year 2026. The celebrations marked the countdown to midnight with cheers, music, and fireworks, as people rang in the new year with hope and festivity.


New Year 2026: Crowds Gather to Watch the Annual Ball Drop Ceremony

New Year's Eve security preparations are underway ahead of Times Square's biggest night and the NYPD is laying out its plan to help keep revelers safe.


New York: New Year's Eve Ball Drop Security Preparations Underway

While tens of thousands of New Yorkers will be in Times Square for the countdown to 2026, the city’s mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani, has said he will be sworn into office in an underground midnight private ceremony at an abandoned subway station built during the gilded age.


Zohran Mamdani to Be Sworn in as New York Mayor in Abandoned Subway Station

A powerful bomb cyclone is set to hit the United States, causing travel disruptions and dangerous cold across the central states. Authorities are warning residents to prepare for heavy snowfall, strong winds, and icy conditions. The winter storm is expected to impact roads, flights, and daily life in multiple regions. Meteorologists urge caution as temperatures plunge, and emergency services are on high alert. 


USA: Dangerous cold sweeps across central US, flights grounded

New York City Steps Up Security Ahead of Times Square New Year’s Eve

New York City entered the post-Christmas travel rush under winter storm warnings on Friday, as forecasters warned of heavy snowfall, hazardous travel and one of the city’s most disruptive winter systems in years. Snow began developing late Friday afternoon and was expected to intensify overnight into Saturday, bringing several inches of accumulation across the city and surrounding regions.

New York Snowstorm: NYC Sees Heaviest Snowfall in Nearly Four Years 

The U.S. Justice Department says the FBI and New York prosecutors have uncovered nearly one million new files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Officials say the discovery could impact ongoing reviews and future legal actions. Authorities have not yet disclosed what the newly found materials contain.

Epstein File: One Million New Epstein Files Found, Justice Dept Confirms | WION 

Manhattan Fire: A fierce fire broke out in a six-story apartment building on Manhattan's Upper West Side, injuring six people- including three residents and three firefighters, and causing extensive damage to the structure. Flames engulfed the top floors, leading to partial roof collapse and forcing residents out into freezing conditions. 


Manhattan Fire: Six Injured as Flames Rip Through Upper West Side Building

Eyewitness video from New York shows flames and smoke pouring out of an apartment building as firefighters battle a fast-moving blaze that has injured six people and displaced multiple residents. Crews can be seen smashing windows, stretching hose lines and guiding people away from the scene, as emergency teams work to bring the fire under control and treat those suffering from smoke inhalation and other injuries.

NY Apartment Fire:  Eyewitness Captures Fierce Apartment Fire That Left 6 Hurt |

NY Apartment Fire:  Eyewitness Captures Fierce Apartment Fire That Left 6 Hurt

'Ironic and so interesting': Erika Kirk questions women's support for Zohran Mamdani

New York City’s Mayor-elect expresses support for Starbucks employees amid ongoing labor actions. By showing solidarity, the incoming administration signals its commitment to workers’ rights, unionization efforts, and fair labor practices, highlighting the city’s focus on strengthening protections and promoting equitable workplace conditions.

New-York City Mayor Elect Shows Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, who pledges to be the mayor of all New Yorkers, included New Yorkers who are on strike. Mamdani gave support to striking workers at Starbucks, the biggest coffee shop in the country.


New-York city Mayor elect shows solidarity with Starbucks workers

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New York: Pride Flag Ripped from Stonewall Monument Sparks Fury

New York Advances Plan to Protect and Legalise ‘Bodega Cats’

Hundreds of Thousands Still Without Power, Mississippi & Tennessee Among Hardest-Hit States

New York Fire: Explosion Sparks Deadly Fire At New York City Apartment Building | WION

U.S. Winter Storm Could Cost $24 Billion Per Day

New Gallup Survey Reveals More and More Americans Are Losing Trust in Politicians

New York: Nearly 15,000 Nurses Strike at Major New York Hospitals | WION

Madame Tussauds New York Reveals Lifelike Zendaya Figure

BREAKING: Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro To Be Tried In US

New York Snowfall: Lake-Effect Snow is Formed by Cold Air Over Warm Lakes

New York: Mamdani Vows to Make New York City Affordable for Working People

New York: Mamdani Vows to Make New York City Affordable for Working People

New Year 2026: Crowds Gather to Watch the Annual Ball Drop Ceremony

New York: New Year's Eve Ball Drop Security Preparations Underway

Zohran Mamdani to Be Sworn in as New York Mayor in Abandoned Subway Station

USA: Dangerous cold sweeps across central US, flights grounded

New York City Steps Up Security Ahead of Times Square New Year’s Eve

New York Snowstorm: NYC Sees Heaviest Snowfall in Nearly Four Years

Epstein File: One Million New Epstein Files Found, Justice Dept Confirms | WION

Manhattan Fire: Six Injured as Flames Rip Through Upper West Side Building

NY Apartment Fire: Eyewitness Captures Fierce Apartment Fire That Left 6 Hurt

'Ironic and so interesting': Erika Kirk questions women's support for Mamdani

New-York City Mayor Elect Shows Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

New-York city Mayor elect shows solidarity with Starbucks workers