The United States continues to reel under the coronavirus pandemic. The country is witnessing the second wave of infections where the state of California overtook New York to become the most affected state in the country.

Coronavirus Pandemic: Crematoriums in Texas overburdened, Highest single-day surge in California

A man in New York called Mikey Cee has captured the exact moment when lightning struck the Statue of Liberty amid a storm in the city.

The dramatic 21-second footage taken recorded on Ellis Island was shared by several Twitter users and went viral within a few hours.

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The best video I ever captured. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NewYork?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NewYork</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeatherChannel?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeatherChannel</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NYC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NYC</a> <a href="https://t.co/cOBqTqJ9LO">pic.twitter.com/cOBqTqJ9LO</a>
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The clip reminded many of 1984 iconic movie Ghostbusters and some said in jest that the lightning could ''hit&nbsp;the White House.''

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Many of them also&nbsp;reminisced about other "ominous" things 2020 had in store for them this year.

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Amid severe warnings of storm in the Tri-State area, the powerful thunderstorm with strong winds passed across the Big Apple Wednesday afternoon.

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A man in New York called Mikey Cee has captured the exact moment when lightning struck the Statue of Liberty amid a storm in the city. The dramatic 21-second footage taken recorded on Ellis Island was shared by several Twitter users and went viral within a few hours.

A man in New York called Mikey Cee has captured the exact moment when lightning struck the Statue of Liberty amid a storm in the city. The dramatic 21-second footage taken recorded on Ellis Island was shared by several Twitter users and went viral within a few hours. The best video I ever captured. #NewYork #WeatherChannel #NYC pic.twitter.com/cOBqTqJ9LO — Mikey Cee (@_Mikey_Cee) July 22, 2020 × The clip reminded many of 1984 iconic movie Ghostbusters and some said in jest that the lightning could ''hit the White House.'' Welp. That's spectacular https://t.co/P9rjdBkfA8 — Eric Fisher (@ericfisher) July 22, 2020 × Many of them also reminisced about other "ominous" things 2020 had in store for them this year. Any other year this is cool. In 2020 it just comes off as particularly ominous. — Peter Mallouk (@PeterMallouk) July 23, 2020 × Amid severe warnings of storm in the Tri-State area, the powerful thunderstorm with strong winds passed across the Big Apple Wednesday afternoon.

Man captures exact moment lightning strikes Statue of Liberty; footage goes viral

A criminal from Long Island tried avoiding jail by faking his death but was caught as his death certificate submitted by his lawyers had a spelling error.&nbsp;

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Robert Berger, who comes from New York's Huntington, will face an extra four years in prison if convicted of conspiring the fake death certificate scheme to avoid punishments. Berger is already charged with possession of a stolen Lexus and attempted grand larceny of a truck.&nbsp;

The criminal pleaded not guilty to a single count of offering a false instrument for filing. Despite judge setting the bail at $1, Berger was ordered to jail because of his underlying cases.&nbsp;

The 25-year-old was scheduled to be sentenced to jail last October due to theft-related charges, however, Berger fled the state while taking steps to convince his then-lawyer, prosecutors and the judge that he had killed himself - including allegedly using his fiance to pass along a false death certificate, prosecutors said.

Berger's lawyer who submitted the fake death certificate has said that he was used as a pawn. A comment from the public defender who took over the case is awaited. Berger's next hearing is scheduled to be held on July 29.&nbsp;

The certificate, at first glance, looks a replica of an official document issued by the New Jersey Department of Health, Vital Statistics and Registry. But a spelling error in the document raised suspicion. The registry was spelt as "Regsitry", prosecutors said. They added that there were also inconsistencies in the font type and size.&nbsp;

The real New Jersey Department of Health, Vital Statistics and Registry confirmed that Berger’s death certificate was fake, prosecutors said.

Berger is alive and had been arrested in suburban Philadelphia on charges including allegations he provided a false identity to law enforcement and stole from a Catholic college.

A criminal from Long Island tried avoiding jail by faking his death but was caught as his death certificate submitted by his lawyers had a spelling error. Also read: China accuses US of 'slander' over coronavirus research hacking claims Robert Berger, who comes from New York's Huntington, will face an extra four years in prison if convicted of conspiring the fake death certificate scheme to avoid punishments.

A criminal from Long Island tried avoiding jail by faking his death but was caught as his death certificate submitted by his lawyers had a spelling error. Also read: China accuses US of 'slander' over coronavirus research hacking claims Robert Berger, who comes from New York's Huntington, will face an extra four years in prison if convicted of conspiring the fake death certificate scheme to avoid punishments. Berger is already charged with possession of a stolen Lexus and attempted grand larceny of a truck. The criminal pleaded not guilty to a single count of offering a false instrument for filing. Despite judge setting the bail at $1, Berger was ordered to jail because of his underlying cases. The 25-year-old was scheduled to be sentenced to jail last October due to theft-related charges, however, Berger fled the state while taking steps to convince his then-lawyer, prosecutors and the judge that he had killed himself - including allegedly using his fiance to pass along a false death certificate, prosecutors said. Berger's lawyer who submitted the fake death certificate has said that he was used as a pawn. A comment from the public defender who took over the case is awaited. Berger's next hearing is scheduled to be held on July 29. The certificate, at first glance, looks a replica of an official document issued by the New Jersey Department of Health, Vital Statistics and Registry. But a spelling error in the document raised suspicion. The registry was spelt as "Regsitry", prosecutors said. They added that there were also inconsistencies in the font type and size. The real New Jersey Department of Health, Vital Statistics and Registry confirmed that Berger’s death certificate was fake, prosecutors said. Berger is alive and had been arrested in suburban Philadelphia on charges including allegations he provided a false identity to law enforcement and stole from a Catholic college.

Man gets caught after using fake death certificate to avoid jail term

As New York City started phase 4 of its reopening Monday (20 JULY 2020), some of the city's most famous tourist attractions opened to visitors for the first time since March. Visitors trickled on to the Statue of Liberty ferry, but most said it seemed a little weird to be doing tourist activities.

Statue of Liberty opens as NYC hits phase 4

Liberty Island welcomed back visitors Monday, months after the attraction was shut down due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Liberty island reopens after 4-month closure due to COVID-19 Pandemic

The assistant of a wealthy young technology entrepreneur who was found decapitated in his luxury New York apartment this week was charged with his murder Friday, police said.

Tyrese Haspil, 21, is accused of killing 33-year-old Fahim Saleh, who was CEO of Nigerian motorcycle ride-hailing and delivery app Gokada.

"Mr Haspil was Mr Saleh's executive assistant and handled his finances and personal matters. It is also believed that he owed the victim a significant amount of money," Rodney Harrison, the NYPD's top detective, told reporters.

Saleh's remains were found in his Manhattan home on Tuesday afternoon.

An electric saw was discovered near his torso, and his head and limbs were found elsewhere in the apartment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/33-year-old-tech-ceo-found-dismembered-in-new-york-apartment-313592">Also read |&nbsp;33-year-old tech CEO found dismembered in New York apartment</a>

Harrison added that Haspil was believed to have assaulted Saleh with a Taser before murdering him on Monday.

Saleh, the son of Bangladeshi immigrants, was also a founding partner of Adventure Capital, which invests in startups in developing countries.

According to local media reports, Saleh recently purchased the apartment where he was murdered for about $2.2 million.

The assistant of a wealthy young technology entrepreneur who was found decapitated in his luxury New York apartment this week was charged with his murder Friday, police said.

The assistant of a wealthy young technology entrepreneur who was found decapitated in his luxury New York apartment this week was charged with his murder Friday, police said. Tyrese Haspil, 21, is accused of killing 33-year-old Fahim Saleh, who was CEO of Nigerian motorcycle ride-hailing and delivery app Gokada. "Mr Haspil was Mr Saleh's executive assistant and handled his finances and personal matters. It is also believed that he owed the victim a significant amount of money," Rodney Harrison, the NYPD's top detective, told reporters. Saleh's remains were found in his Manhattan home on Tuesday afternoon. An electric saw was discovered near his torso, and his head and limbs were found elsewhere in the apartment. Also read | 33-year-old tech CEO found dismembered in New York apartment Harrison added that Haspil was believed to have assaulted Saleh with a Taser before murdering him on Monday. Saleh, the son of Bangladeshi immigrants, was also a founding partner of Adventure Capital, which invests in startups in developing countries. According to local media reports, Saleh recently purchased the apartment where he was murdered for about $2.2 million.

New York police charge assistant with decapitating tech entrepreneur

Indoor dining at New York City restaurants will be delayed out of fear it would cause a spike in coronavirus infections. The decision was announced on Wednesday by New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, who expressed concern over the city welcoming diners back into the enclosed spaces of its restaurants.

Locals on decision to delay NYC indoor dining

Cardinal Timothy Dolan on Sunday celebrated the first public Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral since the coronavirus pandemic began.

New York church holds first public mass since March

It looks like the US President Donald Trump is not very happy with New York CIty Mayor&nbsp;Bill de Blasio's plan to paint "Black Lives Matter" in front of Trump's namesake Manhattan tower.

As a rebuttal, Trump tweeted "Bill de Blasio wants to paint the fabled &amp; beautiful Fifth Avenue, right in front of Trump Tower/Tiffany, with a big yellow Black Lives Matter sign. “Pigs in a Blanket, Fry ‘Em Like Bacon”, referring to killing Police, is their chant. NYC Police are furious!"

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The problem with his tweet is that he states&nbsp;"Pigs in a Blanket, Fry 'Em Like Bacon" as a slogan of the protestors who have been protesting against the unjust killings of the various African-Americans, especially George Floyd, by the US police and racist locals. However, this has not been the slogan of the protestors who have been out on the American roads for weeks now.

Trump's reaction came after the city officials on Wednesday announced that the slogan 'Black Lives Matter' will be painted in bold letters on the road infront of the Trump Tower.

"The president is a disgrace to the values we cherish in New York City," de Blasio spokesperson Julia Arredondo said.

"He can't run or deny the reality we are facing, and any time he wants to set foot in the place he claims is his hometown, he should be reminded Black Lives Matter."

Arredondo has confirmed that the work on painting the mural will start in the coming week.

Before shifting to the White House, Donald Trump was residing in the Trump Tower. However, he has rarely been spotted there since he took over the President's role and changed his official residence to Florida.&nbsp;His business empire is, however, still headquartered there.

It looks like the US President Donald Trump is not very happy with New York CIty Mayor Bill de Blasio's plan to paint "Black Lives Matter" in front of Trump's namesake Manhattan tower.

It looks like the US President Donald Trump is not very happy with New York CIty Mayor Bill de Blasio's plan to paint "Black Lives Matter" in front of Trump's namesake Manhattan tower. As a rebuttal, Trump tweeted "Bill de Blasio wants to paint the fabled & beautiful Fifth Avenue, right in front of Trump Tower/Tiffany, with a big yellow Black Lives Matter sign. “Pigs in a Blanket, Fry ‘Em Like Bacon”, referring to killing Police, is their chant. NYC Police are furious!" Told that @NYCMayor Bill de Blasio wants to paint the fabled & beautiful Fifth Avenue, right in front of Trump Tower/Tiffany, with a big yellow Black Lives Matter sign. “Pigs in a Blanket, Fry ‘Em Like Bacon”, referring to killing Police, is their chant. NYC Police are furious! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 25, 2020 × Also read| Book trouble: Trump's niece ready to release tell-all book about Trump family The problem with his tweet is that he states "Pigs in a Blanket, Fry 'Em Like Bacon" as a slogan of the protestors who have been protesting against the unjust killings of the various African-Americans, especially George Floyd, by the US police and racist locals. However, this has not been the slogan of the protestors who have been out on the American roads for weeks now. Trump's reaction came after the city officials on Wednesday announced that the slogan 'Black Lives Matter' will be painted in bold letters on the road infront of the Trump Tower. "The president is a disgrace to the values we cherish in New York City," de Blasio spokesperson Julia Arredondo said. "He can't run or deny the reality we are facing, and any time he wants to set foot in the place he claims is his hometown, he should be reminded Black Lives Matter." Arredondo has confirmed that the work on painting the mural will start in the coming week. Before shifting to the White House, Donald Trump was residing in the Trump Tower. However, he has rarely been spotted there since he took over the President's role and changed his official residence to Florida. His business empire is, however, still headquartered there.

Trump reacts to BLM mural in front of Trump Tower by quoting wrong slogan

After more than 100 days of a coronavirus lockdown, New York City residents on Monday (June 22) celebrated the lifting of more restrictions by getting their first haircuts in months, shopping at reopened stores, and dining at outdoor cafes.

As outdoor dining reopens in New York, cafe owner says: 'We suffered a lot'

Boarded-up shops, a depressing sight for New Yorkers after looters infiltrated anti-racism marches in the city's trendiest neighborhoods, are being transformed into canvases of hope with paintbrushes wielded by a small army of artists.

Artists paint boarded-up stores to bring hope to lower Manhattan

'Dismantling homophobia': Iconic New York bar celebrates transgender ruling by US Supreme Court

US President Donald Trump marked his 74th birthday on June 14 as protests continued to rage across the United States. Trump was seen returning to the White House for his birthday from West Point in New York where he was attending a graduation ceremony at the West Point military academy. Watch report.

Donald Trump's 74th birthday | Protestors against Trump in NYC, Washington

Lawmakers in New York on Tuesday voted to repeal an old law which protects the disciplinary records of officers from the public.

State governor Andrew Cuomo said that he plans to sign the bill into law this week, which will attempt to counter police brutality.

New York City, the cultural hub of the United States is currently reeling from the effects of coronavirus and the ongoing protests against the murder of George Floyd.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="wionews.com/world/new-york-to-introduce-a-package-of-bills-to-curb-police-excesses-304438">New York to introduce a package of bills to curb police excesses</a>

The murder of George Floyd in the United States has triggered protests not only in the country, but across the world. Protesters are demanding justice for Floyd while calling for an end to systemic racism which targets black people across the globe.

The governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo recently said that state legislators are coming up with an overhaul of criminal justice, which could pave the way for nationwide reform.

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Derek Chauvin, the 44-year-old police officer who knelt on Floyd was charged with second and third-degree murder, with his previous bail set at $1 million. However, on Tuesday, the bail was raised by $250,000 to $1.25 million.

The package of bills will focus on curbing police excesses and abuses, and by banning the “chokehold” which led to the death of Floyd.

"If they pass the bills that we've discussed, I will sign the bills, and I will sign them as soon as they're passed," Cuomo said in a briefing.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nyc-police-officer-who-shoved-protester-charged-with-assault-304679" hreflang="en">NYC police officer who shoved protester charged with assault</a>

The bill constitutes a bigger package of reform measures in the police force.

New York’s Civil Rights Law, 50-a, prevents the disclosure of disciplinary action against police officers in the city.

"The legislation that will be passed over the coming days will help stop bad actors and send a clear message that brutality, racism, and unjustified killings will not be tolerated," New York Senate majority leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said in a statement.

Lawmakers in New York on Tuesday voted to repeal an old law which protects the disciplinary records of officers from the public. State governor Andrew Cuomo said that he plans to sign the bill into law this week, which will attempt to counter police brutality.

Lawmakers in New York on Tuesday voted to repeal an old law which protects the disciplinary records of officers from the public. State governor Andrew Cuomo said that he plans to sign the bill into law this week, which will attempt to counter police brutality. New York City, the cultural hub of the United States is currently reeling from the effects of coronavirus and the ongoing protests against the murder of George Floyd. Also read: New York to introduce a package of bills to curb police excesses The murder of George Floyd in the United States has triggered protests not only in the country, but across the world. Protesters are demanding justice for Floyd while calling for an end to systemic racism which targets black people across the globe. The governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo recently said that state legislators are coming up with an overhaul of criminal justice, which could pave the way for nationwide reform. Uniformed officers wear protective face masks as they listen while Police Benevolent Association of the City of New York President Pat Lynch speaks as he and representatives from other New York City Police Department (NYPD) and law enforcement unions hold a news conference in New York City, US, June 9, 2020 | Reuters Derek Chauvin, the 44-year-old police officer who knelt on Floyd was charged with second and third-degree murder, with his previous bail set at $1 million. However, on Tuesday, the bail was raised by $250,000 to $1.25 million. The package of bills will focus on curbing police excesses and abuses, and by banning the “chokehold” which led to the death of Floyd. "If they pass the bills that we've discussed, I will sign the bills, and I will sign them as soon as they're passed," Cuomo said in a briefing. Also read: NYC police officer who shoved protester charged with assault The bill constitutes a bigger package of reform measures in the police force. New York’s Civil Rights Law, 50-a, prevents the disclosure of disciplinary action against police officers in the city. "The legislation that will be passed over the coming days will help stop bad actors and send a clear message that brutality, racism, and unjustified killings will not be tolerated," New York Senate majority leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said in a statement.

New York votes on scrapping law which protects disciplinary records of police officers

The White House on Wednesday defended US President Donald Trump's promotion of an unsubstantiated conspiracy theory about a 75-year-old protestor injured by police in Buffalo, saying it was Trump's "prerogative" to raise questions about the incident.

The protestor, Martin Gugino, was shoved by police and critically injured when he approached them during a march against racism and police brutality in an incident that was captured on video and led to criminal charges against the officers involved. It was one of many protests after George Floyd, a black man, died on May 25 in Minneapolis after a white police officer knelt on his neck for nearly nine minutes.

Trump, offering no evidence, tweeted on Tuesday that Gugino's fall could be a "set up" with ties to the anti-fascist movement antifa. Trump and other Republicans have sought to blame violence that has flared at some protests on antifa despite little evidence.

Trump cited a report by One America News Network, which also offered no evidence. The OANN piece was narrated by a Russian native who has worked for the Kremlin-controlled Sputnik news outlet, according to the Daily Beast and the New York Times.

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To this end, White House spokeswoman Kayleigh McEnany told Fox News on Wednesday: "The president was just raising some questions, some legitimate ones, about that particular interaction. And it's his prerogative to do so." 
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Democrats and other critics have slammed Trump's tweet and urged the president to apologise, while numerous Republicans in Congress and Trump's chief of Staff Mark Meadows declined to comment.

A lawyer for Gugino called Trump's statement "dark, dangerous, and untrue," according to media reports. Gugino told USA TODAY he had "no comment other than Black Lives Matter" and that he has been released from intensive care and "should recover eventually."

Buffalo Police Officers Aaron Torgalski and Robert McCabe face felony assault charges over the incident.

The White House on Wednesday defended US President Donald Trump's promotion of an unsubstantiated conspiracy theory about a 75-year-old protestor injured by police in Buffalo, saying it was Trump's "prerogative" to raise questions about the incident.

The White House on Wednesday defended US President Donald Trump's promotion of an unsubstantiated conspiracy theory about a 75-year-old protestor injured by police in Buffalo, saying it was Trump's "prerogative" to raise questions about the incident. The protestor, Martin Gugino, was shoved by police and critically injured when he approached them during a march against racism and police brutality in an incident that was captured on video and led to criminal charges against the officers involved. It was one of many protests after George Floyd, a black man, died on May 25 in Minneapolis after a white police officer knelt on his neck for nearly nine minutes. Trump, offering no evidence, tweeted on Tuesday that Gugino's fall could be a "set up" with ties to the anti-fascist movement antifa. Trump and other Republicans have sought to blame violence that has flared at some protests on antifa despite little evidence. Trump cited a report by One America News Network, which also offered no evidence. The OANN piece was narrated by a Russian native who has worked for the Kremlin-controlled Sputnik news outlet, according to the Daily Beast and the New York Times. Buffalo protester shoved by Police could be an ANTIFA provocateur. 75 year old Martin Gugino was pushed away after appearing to scan police communications in order to black out the equipment. @OANN I watched, he fell harder than was pushed. Was aiming scanner. Could be a set up? — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 9, 2020 × To this end, White House spokeswoman Kayleigh McEnany told Fox News on Wednesday: "The president was just raising some questions, some legitimate ones, about that particular interaction. And it's his prerogative to do so." Democrats and other critics have slammed Trump's tweet and urged the president to apologise, while numerous Republicans in Congress and Trump's chief of Staff Mark Meadows declined to comment. A lawyer for Gugino called Trump's statement "dark, dangerous, and untrue," according to media reports. Gugino told USA TODAY he had "no comment other than Black Lives Matter" and that he has been released from intensive care and "should recover eventually." Buffalo Police Officers Aaron Torgalski and Robert McCabe face felony assault charges over the incident.

White House defends Trump's conspiracy theory tweet on Buffalo protestor

As many as 400,000 New Yorkers may come back to work today. Trains and buses will run more often, construction sites will come alive and shops can start curbside pickup

New York City relaxes its COVID-19 restrictions after 100 days; Enters phase 1 of reopening

New York City, the cultural hub of the United States is currently reeling from the effects of coronavirus and the ongoing protests against the murder of George Floyd.

The murder of George Floyd in the United States has triggered protests not only in the country, but across the world. Protesters are demanding justice for Floyd while calling for an end to systemic racism which targets black people across the globe.

The governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo recently said that state legislators are coming up with an overhaul of criminal justice, which could pave the way for nationwide reform.

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Derek Chauvin, the 44-year-old police officer who knelt on Floyd was charged with second and third-degree murder, with his previous bail set at $1 million. However, on Tuesday, the bail was raised by $250,000 to $1.25 million.

The package of bills will focus on curbing police excesses and abuses, and by banning the “chokehold” which led to the death of Floyd.

"If they pass the bills that we've discussed, I will sign the bills, and I will sign them as soon as they're passed," Cuomo said in a briefing.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bail-raised-to-125-million-for-officer-charged-with-murdering-george-floyd-304432" hreflang="en">Bail raised to $1.25 million for officer charged with murdering George Floyd</a>

Floyd does not mark the first incident of police excesses that include the aforementioned chokehold technique.

Eric Garner, a black man was murdered after a policeman used a similar technique. His last words were “I can’t breathe”, the same words echoed by George Floyd before he became unconsciousness.

Floyd’s murder has reignited Black Lives Matter movement&nbsp;across the globe, with new cases of police brutality across the globe being brought to attention in countries like France and the United States.

In the video that went viral after Floyd’s death, the officer was seen kneeling on the man for almost nine minutes, even when he was repeatedly telling the officer about his inability to breathe. It was only when the ambulance arrived that the officer retracted his knee from the neck. An hour later, Floyd was dead.

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Calls across the country for defunding the police have gained traction. Trump recently claimed that he will protect the police, and that there will be no defunding, a sentiment which was also echoed by Joe Biden, his Democrat rival in the upcoming elections.

As part of the proposed legislation, the state of New York will make the records of police officers public, including their disciplinary records.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-to-restart-election-campaign-with-fresh-rallies-even-as-coronavirus-cases-climb-in-the-us-304426" hreflang="en">Trump to restart election campaign with fresh rallies even as coronavirus cases climb in the US</a>

"New York state will take this legislative action, and I hope it then becomes a model for other states to follow," Cuomo said.

Cuomo had earlier put an order in place which called for investigations into police killings of unarmed suspects. If passed, all killings will be investigated will be investigated by the state attorney general.

New York City, the cultural hub of the United States is currently reeling from the effects of coronavirus and the ongoing protests against the murder of George Floyd.

New York City, the cultural hub of the United States is currently reeling from the effects of coronavirus and the ongoing protests against the murder of George Floyd. The murder of George Floyd in the United States has triggered protests not only in the country, but across the world. Protesters are demanding justice for Floyd while calling for an end to systemic racism which targets black people across the globe. The governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo recently said that state legislators are coming up with an overhaul of criminal justice, which could pave the way for nationwide reform. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo addresses a briefing on the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) response at the National Press Club following his meeting with US President Trump in Washington, U.S., May 27, 2020 | Reuters Derek Chauvin, the 44-year-old police officer who knelt on Floyd was charged with second and third-degree murder, with his previous bail set at $1 million. However, on Tuesday, the bail was raised by $250,000 to $1.25 million. The package of bills will focus on curbing police excesses and abuses, and by banning the “chokehold” which led to the death of Floyd. "If they pass the bills that we've discussed, I will sign the bills, and I will sign them as soon as they're passed," Cuomo said in a briefing. Also read: Bail raised to $1.25 million for officer charged with murdering George Floyd Floyd does not mark the first incident of police excesses that include the aforementioned chokehold technique. Eric Garner, a black man was murdered after a policeman used a similar technique. His last words were “I can’t breathe”, the same words echoed by George Floyd before he became unconsciousness. Floyd’s murder has reignited Black Lives Matter movement across the globe, with new cases of police brutality across the globe being brought to attention in countries like France and the United States. In the video that went viral after Floyd’s death, the officer was seen kneeling on the man for almost nine minutes, even when he was repeatedly telling the officer about his inability to breathe. It was only when the ambulance arrived that the officer retracted his knee from the neck. An hour later, Floyd was dead. Current and former New York City Mayor's staff march across the Brooklyn Bridge to call for reforms during a protest against racial inequality in the aftermath of the death in Minneapolis police custody of George Floyd, in New York City, New York, US June 8, 2020 | Reuters Calls across the country for defunding the police have gained traction. Trump recently claimed that he will protect the police, and that there will be no defunding, a sentiment which was also echoed by Joe Biden, his Democrat rival in the upcoming elections. As part of the proposed legislation, the state of New York will make the records of police officers public, including their disciplinary records. Also read: Trump to restart election campaign with fresh rallies even as coronavirus cases climb in the US "New York state will take this legislative action, and I hope it then becomes a model for other states to follow," Cuomo said. Cuomo had earlier put an order in place which called for investigations into police killings of unarmed suspects. If passed, all killings will be investigated will be investigated by the state attorney general.

New York to introduce a package of bills to curb police excesses

As many as 400,000 workers could begin returning to construction jobs, manufacturing sites and retail stores in the city’s first phase of reopening

New York City reopens after 3 months of coronavirus pandemic

Reports of mass chaos have been circulating due to the ongoing nationwide protest against the racist killing of men and women of the African-American community in the US.

One such report was spotted by a Buffalo local man, Antonio Gwynn Jr., who was moved by the damage he saw on the roads of his hometown, after the protests.

After seeing all the damage and the clutter on the roads, he decided to start cleaning the streets on his own.

The 18-year-old high school senior grabbed grabbed some trash bags, broom and started cleaning the streets around 2 am on Monday. It took him nearly 10 hours to completely clean the streets.

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When an organized group of neighbours came out on Monday morning to clean the trash from the streets, they realized Gwynn had single-handedly cleaned the whole mess.

Gwynn said he saw&nbsp;Bailey Avenue in Buffalos covered in glass and garbage, and decided to clean the street to help the office-goers have a smooth morning.

When the word spread, the locals came ahead to applaud the youngster's actions.One such man was Matt Block who decided to gift&nbsp;his dream car, a&nbsp;2004 red Mustang convertible to Gwynn, after he spotted the latter asking for car buying advice of Facebook.

The gift, Gwynn said, meant a lot as his late mother also drove a red Mustang before she passed away in 2018.

On learning about this geneours gift, an insurance agent&nbsp;Bob Briceland&nbsp; decided to offer&nbsp;a year of free auto insurance coverage.

As Gwynn is a high-schooler who is saving up for college,&nbsp;Medaille College in Buffalo offered him a full scholarship. Gwynn will now be starting his course in business in the coming fall session.

Reports of mass chaos have been circulating due to the ongoing nationwide protest against the racist killing of men and women of the African-American community in the US.

Reports of mass chaos have been circulating due to the ongoing nationwide protest against the racist killing of men and women of the African-American community in the US. One such report was spotted by a Buffalo local man, Antonio Gwynn Jr., who was moved by the damage he saw on the roads of his hometown, after the protests. After seeing all the damage and the clutter on the roads, he decided to start cleaning the streets on his own. The 18-year-old high school senior grabbed grabbed some trash bags, broom and started cleaning the streets around 2 am on Monday. It took him nearly 10 hours to completely clean the streets. Also read: Protesters across the US march again, demanding police reforms after Floyd killing When an organized group of neighbours came out on Monday morning to clean the trash from the streets, they realized Gwynn had single-handedly cleaned the whole mess. Gwynn said he saw Bailey Avenue in Buffalos covered in glass and garbage, and decided to clean the street to help the office-goers have a smooth morning. When the word spread, the locals came ahead to applaud the youngster's actions.One such man was Matt Block who decided to gift his dream car, a 2004 red Mustang convertible to Gwynn, after he spotted the latter asking for car buying advice of Facebook. The gift, Gwynn said, meant a lot as his late mother also drove a red Mustang before she passed away in 2018. On learning about this geneours gift, an insurance agent Bob Briceland decided to offer a year of free auto insurance coverage. As Gwynn is a high-schooler who is saving up for college, Medaille College in Buffalo offered him a full scholarship. Gwynn will now be starting his course in business in the coming fall session.

American teen spends 10 hours cleaning streets; gets Mustang and scholarship as gifts

Fifty-seven police officers in Buffalo, New York, have resigned from the force's emergency response team following the suspension of two officers who allegedly pushed a 75-year-old protestor to the ground.

The incident was captured in a video which later went viral.

The demonstrators in Buffalo were, like those across the country, calling for racial justice after the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody.

According to CNN, an investigation is underway in a protest incident as the man was seriously injured. Buffalo Police Commissioner Byron Lockwood had suspended the officers without pay and opened an investigation based on the viral video.

The said video of the demonstration shows a row of officers walking toward the man and two pushing him. His head bleeds onto the sidewalk as officers walk past him, some looking down at him.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/video-shows-police-in-buffalo-new-york-shoving-75-year-old-man-to-ground-303477">Also read | Video shows police in Buffalo, New York, shoving 75-year-old man to ground</a>

The 57 members that resigned from the unit make up the entire active emergency response team.

The man's identity, Martin Gugino, was confirmed by Cuomo's office. Gugino is hospitalised in serious but stable condition, authorities said.

Megan Toufexis, Gugino's daughter, told CNN that her father attended the protest Thursday to discuss First Amendment rights with police.

Protests in the city continued into the evening Friday.

The incident has drawn widespread condemnation on social media as protestors returned to the streets of several US cities to demonstrate against police brutality.

Floyd died in Minneapolis on May 25 after former police officer Derek Chauvin put his knee on Floyd's neck for nearly nine minutes during an arrest.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hundreds-gather-to-remember-george-floyd-at-memorial-service-303444">Also read | Hundreds gather to remember George Floyd at memorial service</a>

Fifty-seven police officers in Buffalo, New York, have resigned from the force's emergency response team following the suspension of two officers who allegedly pushed a 75-year-old protestor to the ground.

Fifty-seven police officers in Buffalo, New York, have resigned from the force's emergency response team following the suspension of two officers who allegedly pushed a 75-year-old protestor to the ground. The incident was captured in a video which later went viral. The demonstrators in Buffalo were, like those across the country, calling for racial justice after the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody. According to CNN, an investigation is underway in a protest incident as the man was seriously injured. Buffalo Police Commissioner Byron Lockwood had suspended the officers without pay and opened an investigation based on the viral video. The said video of the demonstration shows a row of officers walking toward the man and two pushing him. His head bleeds onto the sidewalk as officers walk past him, some looking down at him. Also read | Video shows police in Buffalo, New York, shoving 75-year-old man to ground The 57 members that resigned from the unit make up the entire active emergency response team. The man's identity, Martin Gugino, was confirmed by Cuomo's office. Gugino is hospitalised in serious but stable condition, authorities said. Megan Toufexis, Gugino's daughter, told CNN that her father attended the protest Thursday to discuss First Amendment rights with police. Protests in the city continued into the evening Friday. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation on social media as protestors returned to the streets of several US cities to demonstrate against police brutality. Floyd died in Minneapolis on May 25 after former police officer Derek Chauvin put his knee on Floyd's neck for nearly nine minutes during an arrest. Also read | Hundreds gather to remember George Floyd at memorial service

Buffalo officers quit special team after two suspended for shoving 75-year old to ground

Watch reports of Police brutality across the United States of America. New York's governor Andrew Cuomo has condemned the police brutality. Watch this video to get more on this!

Reports of Police brutality across US, New York's governor condemns police brutality

One New York police officer was shot shortly before midnight Wednesday and another officer was slashed in Brooklyn, US, but it was unclear if the attack was related to ongoing George Floyd protests.

The names and conditions of the officers were not released, but media said the injuries were not life-threatening. Both were injured near Church and Flatbush avenues in Brooklyn when a suspect walked up to an officer and attacked.

They were taken to a nearby hospital.&nbsp;The New York Post said the suspect was also shot.

The incident comes amid the mass protests in New York over the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man, while in custody of white police officers.

The shooting happened, nearly four hours after an 8 pm curfew went into effect intended to quell unrest over the death of George Floyd in Minnesota.

One arrest was made at the scene. Media said a third officer suffered a hand injury and the city's mayor, Bill de Blasio, was headed to the hospital.

Meanwhile, prosecutors on Wednesday levelled new criminal charges against four Minneapolis policemen implicated in the death.

The added murder charge filed against one officer already in custody and the arrest of three more accused of playing a role in the killing of George Floyd, 46, came as several nights of escalating unrest gave way to mostly peaceful protests.

Floyd's death has become the latest flashpoint for long-simmering rage over police brutality against African Americans, propelling the issue of racial justice to the top of the political agenda five months before the US presidential election on November 3.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/four-cops-charged-in-floyd-death-one-faces-2nd-degree-murder-count-homicide-303080">Also read |&nbsp;Four cops charged in Floyd death, one faces 2nd-degree murder count homicide</a>

One New York police officer was shot shortly before midnight Wednesday and another officer was slashed in Brooklyn, US, but it was unclear if the attack was related to ongoing George Floyd protests.

One New York police officer was shot shortly before midnight Wednesday and another officer was slashed in Brooklyn, US, but it was unclear if the attack was related to ongoing George Floyd protests. The names and conditions of the officers were not released, but media said the injuries were not life-threatening. Both were injured near Church and Flatbush avenues in Brooklyn when a suspect walked up to an officer and attacked. They were taken to a nearby hospital. The New York Post said the suspect was also shot. The incident comes amid the mass protests in New York over the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man, while in custody of white police officers. The shooting happened, nearly four hours after an 8 pm curfew went into effect intended to quell unrest over the death of George Floyd in Minnesota. One arrest was made at the scene. Media said a third officer suffered a hand injury and the city's mayor, Bill de Blasio, was headed to the hospital. Meanwhile, prosecutors on Wednesday levelled new criminal charges against four Minneapolis policemen implicated in the death. The added murder charge filed against one officer already in custody and the arrest of three more accused of playing a role in the killing of George Floyd, 46, came as several nights of escalating unrest gave way to mostly peaceful protests. Floyd's death has become the latest flashpoint for long-simmering rage over police brutality against African Americans, propelling the issue of racial justice to the top of the political agenda five months before the US presidential election on November 3. Also read | Four cops charged in Floyd death, one faces 2nd-degree murder count homicide

One New York police officer shot, one slashed in Brooklyn, unclear if protest related

New York was under a curfew that would last until early Tuesday morning, officials said, after looters raided stores in central Manhattan, targeting some of the city's top retailers.

Upmarket fashion store Michael Kors on Fifth Avenue was among the luxury outlets hit, along with Nike, Lego and electronics shops across Midtown, before the 11:00 pm to 5:00 am curfew came into effect, AFP journalists said.

Groups of young people moved from block to block around the district, usually bustling with tourists but deserted due to the coronavirus, with entire streets blocked by police.

Images from local NY1 television showed some young people running out of a Best Buy electronics store before being apprehended by the police.

Stores in the south of Manhattan suffered a similar fate, according to an AFP photographer.

The New York Times reported that the flagship Macy's department store had also been targeted by looters.

Police did not immediately confirm this, simply saying that "numerous stores were hit" and arrests made "in the hundreds" across the city.

Mayor Bill de Blasio said a lot of stores around Madison Avenue had been hit and the situation was "really not acceptable."

As a result he said the curfew would start from 8:00 pm on Tuesday instead of 11:00 pm.

"The city is fully under control, and overwhelmingly calm and peaceful," he nevertheless insisted on NY1.

- 'Time to go home' -

The imposition of the curfew had been announced a few hours earlier by the mayor and New York state governor Andrew Cuomo after protests and looting during the weekend -- notably in the trendy SoHo district.

The mayor tweeted late Monday that "protesters were overwhelmingly peaceful today" but that some people were out to damage property and steal.

"We support peaceful protest in this city. But right now it's time to go home," de Blasio said.

"Some people are out tonight not to protest but to destroy property and hurt others -— and those people are being arrested. Their actions are unacceptable and we won't allow them in our city."

New York, the economic capital of the United States, and around 40 other cities across the country have imposed curfews after violent protests against police brutality triggered by the death of African-American George Floyd in Minnesota.

Just after 11:00 pm, around a hundred people held a peaceful demonstration in front of the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, the scene of major protests in recent days, taking a knee in tribute to victims of police brutality, according to an AFP journalist.

Police observed them from a distance but did not arrest anyone despite the curfew.

While looters hit New York, in Washington President Donald Trump said he was "dispatching thousands and thousands of heavily armed soldiers, military personnel and law enforcement officers to stop the rioting, looting, vandalism, assaults and the wanton destruction of property."

Mayor de Blasio, a Democrat, denounced Trump's "bellicose words" and "divisive rhetoric."

"I don't think it's a statement from the last few hours that has caused all this, I think it's what he's done for years that has contributed," he said.&nbsp;

New York was under a curfew that would last until early Tuesday morning, officials said, after looters raided stores in central Manhattan, targeting some of the city's top retailers.

New York was under a curfew that would last until early Tuesday morning, officials said, after looters raided stores in central Manhattan, targeting some of the city's top retailers. Upmarket fashion store Michael Kors on Fifth Avenue was among the luxury outlets hit, along with Nike, Lego and electronics shops across Midtown, before the 11:00 pm to 5:00 am curfew came into effect, AFP journalists said. Groups of young people moved from block to block around the district, usually bustling with tourists but deserted due to the coronavirus, with entire streets blocked by police. Images from local NY1 television showed some young people running out of a Best Buy electronics store before being apprehended by the police. Stores in the south of Manhattan suffered a similar fate, according to an AFP photographer. The New York Times reported that the flagship Macy's department store had also been targeted by looters. Police did not immediately confirm this, simply saying that "numerous stores were hit" and arrests made "in the hundreds" across the city. Mayor Bill de Blasio said a lot of stores around Madison Avenue had been hit and the situation was "really not acceptable." As a result he said the curfew would start from 8:00 pm on Tuesday instead of 11:00 pm. "The city is fully under control, and overwhelmingly calm and peaceful," he nevertheless insisted on NY1. - 'Time to go home' - The imposition of the curfew had been announced a few hours earlier by the mayor and New York state governor Andrew Cuomo after protests and looting during the weekend -- notably in the trendy SoHo district. The mayor tweeted late Monday that "protesters were overwhelmingly peaceful today" but that some people were out to damage property and steal. "We support peaceful protest in this city. But right now it's time to go home," de Blasio said. "Some people are out tonight not to protest but to destroy property and hurt others -— and those people are being arrested. Their actions are unacceptable and we won't allow them in our city." New York, the economic capital of the United States, and around 40 other cities across the country have imposed curfews after violent protests against police brutality triggered by the death of African-American George Floyd in Minnesota. Just after 11:00 pm, around a hundred people held a peaceful demonstration in front of the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, the scene of major protests in recent days, taking a knee in tribute to victims of police brutality, according to an AFP journalist. Police observed them from a distance but did not arrest anyone despite the curfew. While looters hit New York, in Washington President Donald Trump said he was "dispatching thousands and thousands of heavily armed soldiers, military personnel and law enforcement officers to stop the rioting, looting, vandalism, assaults and the wanton destruction of property." Mayor de Blasio, a Democrat, denounced Trump's "bellicose words" and "divisive rhetoric." "I don't think it's a statement from the last few hours that has caused all this, I think it's what he's done for years that has contributed," he said.

New York under curfew as looters hit luxury stores

New York was titled as the epicenter of coronavirus in the US, which has been one of the worst hit countries with the highest death toll due to coronavirus in the world.

However, New York has been making significant improvements, according to reports. Following this, New York Mayor&nbsp;Bill de Blasio, on Thursday, said “We're now actually in a position to start talking about opening things up step by step, phase by phase."

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As stated by the Mayor, the city should must stay below a certain number of hospitalizations, intensive care unit (ICU) patients, and percentage of people testing positive for COVID-19, which it has. Therefore, the NYC government is considering to move to Phase one of reopening the economy.

Phase one will allow activities related to&nbsp;means construction, manufacturing, wholesale and non essential retail businesses to reopen.

However, social distancing rules along with other rules such as compulsory face mask, employers keeping a check on employees' health, no dine-in etc. will be maintained.

“We do not have a specific date. I think I've given people plenty of warning multiple times now for days and days you can expect it to be in the first or second week of June if the numbers continue to hold in most cases or progress,” the Mayor said.

The New York government is also currently trying to finalize a draft of the new budget that will help the city resume the economy without much losses.

New York was titled as the epicenter of coronavirus in the US, which has been one of the worst hit countries with the highest death toll due to coronavirus in the world.

New York was titled as the epicenter of coronavirus in the US, which has been one of the worst hit countries with the highest death toll due to coronavirus in the world. However, New York has been making significant improvements, according to reports. Following this, New York Mayor Bill de Blasio, on Thursday, said “We're now actually in a position to start talking about opening things up step by step, phase by phase." Also read: 100,000 deaths very sad milestone, says Trump on coronavirus fatalities As stated by the Mayor, the city should must stay below a certain number of hospitalizations, intensive care unit (ICU) patients, and percentage of people testing positive for COVID-19, which it has. Therefore, the NYC government is considering to move to Phase one of reopening the economy. Phase one will allow activities related to means construction, manufacturing, wholesale and non essential retail businesses to reopen. However, social distancing rules along with other rules such as compulsory face mask, employers keeping a check on employees' health, no dine-in etc. will be maintained. “We do not have a specific date. I think I've given people plenty of warning multiple times now for days and days you can expect it to be in the first or second week of June if the numbers continue to hold in most cases or progress,” the Mayor said. The New York government is also currently trying to finalize a draft of the new budget that will help the city resume the economy without much losses.

The day is fast approaching: NYC Mayor talks about lifting lockdown

"The birds don't care what colour you are," says the man who recently made it to the headlines by being an object of racism for a white woman.

The only similarity between the two was their surname -- Cooper, and the biggest difference... Well, the colour. At least according to the woman, who paid a hefty price of the racist remark she greeted Mr Cooper with.

The black man, an avid birder, asked the white woman to leash her dog in New York's Central Park, as the rules required. She refused.

The encounter then took an ugly turn, and was recorded on video.

The man, Christian Cooper, filmed on his phone, the woman, Amy Cooper, clutching her thrashing dog, and calling the police, with her voice rising in hysteria.

“I’m going to tell them there’s an African-American man threatening my life,” she said to him while dialling, then repeated to the operator, twice, “African-American.”

On Tuesday, the video went viral on Twitter and garnered over 40 million views, setting off a painful discourse about the history of dangerous false accusations against black people made to police.

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The video sparked an outrage, leading the lady in question to lose her job.

Ms Cooper then surrendered her pet dog and publically apologised to the black man.

The man in question, however, now says he did not envision such a consequence.

"Any of us can make — not necessarily a racist mistake, but a mistake. And to get that kind of tidal wave in such a compressed period of time, it’s got to hurt. It’s got to hurt," Mr Cooper told New York Times.

“I’m not excusing the racism,” he added.&nbsp;

“But I don’t know if her life needed to be torn apart.”

“She went racial. There are certain dark societal impulses that she, as a white woman facing in a conflict with a black man, that she thought she could marshal to her advantage,” he said.

“I don’t know if it was a conscious thing or not,” he added. “But she did it, and she went there.”

“If we are going to make progress, we’ve got to address these things, and if this painful process is going to help us address this -- there’s the yellow warbler!”

“If this painful process helps to correct, or takes us a step further toward addressing the underlying racial, horrible assumptions that we African-Americans have to deal with, and have dealt with for centuries, that this woman tapped into, then it’s worth it,” he said, setting his binoculars down on his chest.

“Sadly, it has to come at her expense,” he added.

On Tuesday, Ms Cooper was fired by her employer, Franklin Templeton, where she had been a head of insurance portfolio management, according to her LinkedIn page.

In her public apoloy, Ms Cooper said she had misread his intent.

“I reacted emotionally and made false assumptions about his intentions when, in fact, I was the one who was acting inappropriately by not having my dog on a leash,” she said.

On Wednesday, New York City’s Commission on Human Rights began an investigation into Ms Cooper’s actions.

"The birds don't care what colour you are," says the man who recently made it to the headlines by being an object of racism for a white woman. The only similarity between the two was their surname -- Cooper, and the biggest difference.

"The birds don't care what colour you are," says the man who recently made it to the headlines by being an object of racism for a white woman. The only similarity between the two was their surname -- Cooper, and the biggest difference... Well, the colour. At least according to the woman, who paid a hefty price of the racist remark she greeted Mr Cooper with. The black man, an avid birder, asked the white woman to leash her dog in New York's Central Park, as the rules required. She refused. The encounter then took an ugly turn, and was recorded on video. The man, Christian Cooper, filmed on his phone, the woman, Amy Cooper, clutching her thrashing dog, and calling the police, with her voice rising in hysteria. “I’m going to tell them there’s an African-American man threatening my life,” she said to him while dialling, then repeated to the operator, twice, “African-American.” On Tuesday, the video went viral on Twitter and garnered over 40 million views, setting off a painful discourse about the history of dangerous false accusations against black people made to police. Oh, when Karens take a walk with their dogs off leash in the famous Bramble in NY’s Central Park, where it is clearly posted on signs that dogs MUST be leashed at all times, and someone like my brother (an avid birder) politely asks her to put her dog on the leash. pic.twitter.com/3YnzuATsDm — Melody Cooper (@melodyMcooper) May 25, 2020 × The video sparked an outrage, leading the lady in question to lose her job. Ms Cooper then surrendered her pet dog and publically apologised to the black man. The man in question, however, now says he did not envision such a consequence. "Any of us can make — not necessarily a racist mistake, but a mistake. And to get that kind of tidal wave in such a compressed period of time, it’s got to hurt. It’s got to hurt," Mr Cooper told New York Times. “I’m not excusing the racism,” he added. “But I don’t know if her life needed to be torn apart.” “She went racial. There are certain dark societal impulses that she, as a white woman facing in a conflict with a black man, that she thought she could marshal to her advantage,” he said. “I don’t know if it was a conscious thing or not,” he added. “But she did it, and she went there.” “If we are going to make progress, we’ve got to address these things, and if this painful process is going to help us address this -- there’s the yellow warbler!” “If this painful process helps to correct, or takes us a step further toward addressing the underlying racial, horrible assumptions that we African-Americans have to deal with, and have dealt with for centuries, that this woman tapped into, then it’s worth it,” he said, setting his binoculars down on his chest. “Sadly, it has to come at her expense,” he added. On Tuesday, Ms Cooper was fired by her employer, Franklin Templeton, where she had been a head of insurance portfolio management, according to her LinkedIn page. In her public apoloy, Ms Cooper said she had misread his intent. “I reacted emotionally and made false assumptions about his intentions when, in fact, I was the one who was acting inappropriately by not having my dog on a leash,” she said. On Wednesday, New York City’s Commission on Human Rights began an investigation into Ms Cooper’s actions.

'Don’t know if her life needed to be torn apart': What Mr Cooper thinks of his now-famous racist encounter with a white lady

A park in the Williamsburg neighborhood in Brooklyn has installed social distancing circles to help people enjoy the outdoors while respecting the latest coronavirus guidelines.

Circles drawn in Brooklyn park to foster social distancing

The Broadway family musical 'Frozen'&nbsp;is closing permanently, producers announced on Thursday, the first big casualty of the coronavirus shut down in New York`s theatre industry.

The Disney production, which opened in March 2018 and is based on the blockbuster 2013 movie, will not return, Disney said in a statement.

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Broadway theatres went dark on March 12 and this week extended the closure to Sept. 6. Live performances, especially big musicals with their large casts and the challenges of social distancing on stage, are expected to be among the last events to return while the coronavirus pandemic continues. 
 
'Frozen',&nbsp;about two sisters who are pulled apart by a mysterious secret, features the Oscar-winning song 'Let It Go'.&nbsp;Along with 'Aladdin' and 'The Lion King', the play was one of three Disney musicals based on popular movies running on Broadway.

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It was the first musical and the biggest Broadway production to fall victim to the coronavirus, which has hit New York City hardest in the United States. 
 
Thomas Schumacher, president and producer of Disney Theatrical Productions, said in a statement it was hard to believe a few years ago "that a global pandemic would so alter the world economy that running three Disney shows on Broadway would become untenable."

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'Frozen'&nbsp;was taking an average of about $1 million a week in ticket sales, according to box-office data. 
The actors union Equity said the closure was a wake-up call showing the challenges faced by the live theatre during the pandemic. 
 
“Today’s news should be an all hands on deck moment for Governor Cuomo, Mayor De Blasio and Congress,” executive director Mary McColl said in a statement.

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“Public officials at all levels must think much more boldly about supporting the arts or our entire economy will be slower to recover," she added. 
 
Two plays - a new production of 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' and new British comedy 'Hangmen'&nbsp;- had opened in preview before the shutdown. Producers later said they will not return once Broadway reopens.&nbsp;

The Broadway family musical 'Frozen' is closing permanently, producers announced on Thursday, the first big casualty of the coronavirus shut down in New York`s theatre industry.

The Broadway family musical 'Frozen' is closing permanently, producers announced on Thursday, the first big casualty of the coronavirus shut down in New York`s theatre industry. The Disney production, which opened in March 2018 and is based on the blockbuster 2013 movie, will not return, Disney said in a statement. Also read: Digital release of 'Gulabo Sitabo' makes multiplex chain INOX cry foul Broadway theatres went dark on March 12 and this week extended the closure to Sept. 6. Live performances, especially big musicals with their large casts and the challenges of social distancing on stage, are expected to be among the last events to return while the coronavirus pandemic continues. 'Frozen', about two sisters who are pulled apart by a mysterious secret, features the Oscar-winning song 'Let It Go'. Along with 'Aladdin' and 'The Lion King', the play was one of three Disney musicals based on popular movies running on Broadway. Also read: Coronavirus brings curtain down on Cambodia shadow puppet theatre It was the first musical and the biggest Broadway production to fall victim to the coronavirus, which has hit New York City hardest in the United States. Thomas Schumacher, president and producer of Disney Theatrical Productions, said in a statement it was hard to believe a few years ago "that a global pandemic would so alter the world economy that running three Disney shows on Broadway would become untenable." In pics: Looking back at some of the most outrageous looks from 2019 Met Gala 'Frozen' was taking an average of about $1 million a week in ticket sales, according to box-office data. The actors union Equity said the closure was a wake-up call showing the challenges faced by the live theatre during the pandemic. “Today’s news should be an all hands on deck moment for Governor Cuomo, Mayor De Blasio and Congress,” executive director Mary McColl said in a statement. Also read: Reality TV star charged with fraud for misusing $2million PPP pandemic loan “Public officials at all levels must think much more boldly about supporting the arts or our entire economy will be slower to recover," she added. Two plays - a new production of 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' and new British comedy 'Hangmen' - had opened in preview before the shutdown. Producers later said they will not return once Broadway reopens.

'Frozen' musical becomes biggest victim of Broadway coronavirus shutdown

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World leaders are "unlikely" to participate in the annual UN general assembly that will be held in New York in September due to coronavirus pandemic, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said.&nbsp;

With an interview with a French magazine,&nbsp;UN chief said that he has been looking at "various alternatives" possible due to digital technology and he will present it to the member states.&nbsp;

According to many UN envoys, the meeting is most likely to be held by a videoconference. This year will also mark the 75th anniversary for the United Nations.&nbsp;

One of the anonymous ambassadors told the AFP that this year "the procedures are certainly going to be atypical, hybrid, different" and "much lighter in terms of a physical presence."

The ambassador also said that he does not understand how the United Nations will manage such an "enormous" mass gathering in New York.&nbsp;

New York has been the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak in the United States since mid-March. UN employees and diplomats have worked from home.&nbsp;

Despite the UN headquarters is open to all but very few people are working there and the Security Council and the General Assembly meet via videoconferencing. These working conditions are predicted to stay at least till June end.&nbsp;

The annual General Assembly is scheduled to begin on September 15 and the world leaders will begin their respective speeches on September 22.&nbsp;

It is the largest annual diplomatic gathering in the world and it features events on the sidelines of New York, as well as thousands of bilateral and multilateral meetings.

The meeting has never been cancelled since 1945, but it has been delayed. It has been delayed twice, once during the 1964 financial crisis within the organization and because several members were facing the loss of their voting rights. The second time when it got delayed was during the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York.&nbsp;

World leaders are "unlikely" to participate in the annual UN general assembly that will be held in New York in September due to coronavirus pandemic, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said.

World leaders are "unlikely" to participate in the annual UN general assembly that will be held in New York in September due to coronavirus pandemic, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said. With an interview with a French magazine, UN chief said that he has been looking at "various alternatives" possible due to digital technology and he will present it to the member states. According to many UN envoys, the meeting is most likely to be held by a videoconference. This year will also mark the 75th anniversary for the United Nations. One of the anonymous ambassadors told the AFP that this year "the procedures are certainly going to be atypical, hybrid, different" and "much lighter in terms of a physical presence." The ambassador also said that he does not understand how the United Nations will manage such an "enormous" mass gathering in New York. New York has been the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak in the United States since mid-March. UN employees and diplomats have worked from home. Despite the UN headquarters is open to all but very few people are working there and the Security Council and the General Assembly meet via videoconferencing. These working conditions are predicted to stay at least till June end. The annual General Assembly is scheduled to begin on September 15 and the world leaders will begin their respective speeches on September 22. It is the largest annual diplomatic gathering in the world and it features events on the sidelines of New York, as well as thousands of bilateral and multilateral meetings. The meeting has never been cancelled since 1945, but it has been delayed. It has been delayed twice, once during the 1964 financial crisis within the organization and because several members were facing the loss of their voting rights. The second time when it got delayed was during the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York.

World leaders 'unlikely' to meet at UN General Assembly in September: Antonio Guterres

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US President Donald Trump said that United States of America has outpaced the world in Coronavirus testing. US will surpass 10 million tests soon.

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