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President Trump has reiterated a memory of Ground Zero, prompting questions about the timing of his presence at 9/11 events. Multiple outlets are challenging the timeline while he defends the account at ceremonies and on Truth Social.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has used his UN General Assembly address to accuse New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani of antisemitism, of supporting Hamas and of making Jewish New Yorkers feel unsafe. Mamdani has replied that Netanyahu is repeating "baseless lies" and remains subject to an International Criminal Court arrest warrant; protests and walkouts have followed the speech.
A slow-moving nor'easter has struck the Mid‑Atlantic and New England since late September, causing heavy rain, strong onshore winds and coastal flooding from New Jersey to southern New England. Utilities, flights and events have been disrupted, at least one person has died in New York City, and forecasters warn additional high‑tide flooding will persist into Monday and Tuesday.
The bond market has continued to tighten as yields rise amid stronger‑than‑expected economic data and persistent inflation concerns. Investors are weighing higher borrowing costs against the AI investment cycle, with warnings of possible further selloffs if rates stay elevated.
Transit systems face growing budget strains as agencies seek to curb labor costs, manage maintenance backlogs, and plan for service changes during peak travel periods. Recent reporting shows labor negotiations and scheduled engineering work affecting operations in major hubs.
Federal prosecutors have charged five Russian-linked operatives in a conspiracy to conceal Oxygen Forensics’ ties to Russia while selling its software to US agencies. Reiber and Davydov are among those charged, with the company previously undisclosed to public filings as Russian ownership was concealed. The Secret Service had previously used the software but has since discontinued due to security concerns.
The Iranian government has mobilised civilians to receive limited military training alongside the IRGC and Basij as part of the Janfada campaign. State media report hundreds of thousands have registered in Tehran, with authorities claiming up to 1 million participants. Demonstrations and displays of weaponry signal broad state messaging of national unity amid economic strain and ongoing conflict.
Duncan Sheik has died at 56 from organ failure, his mother confirms. He rose to fame with Barely Breathing in 1996 and later found Broadway success with Spring Awakening, which won eight Tonys. His death follows a hospital stay and is confirmed by family statements.
A briefing of Bloomberg reports that New York City Mayor Mamdani has held productive talks with visiting leaders on immigration and related urban challenges. The meeting centers on issues affecting New York City and its residents, with further discussions planned in the coming days.
Trump has shown warmth toward New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani as their public ties deepen. While the two leaders express friendliness, they are navigating policy disagreements—especially on housing, taxation, and media access—amid ongoing UN meetings and a looming midterm landscape.
Harvey Weinstein has been sentenced to 23 years in prison after a long legal saga that includes a 2020 conviction overturned on appeal, a 2025 retrial conviction related to Miriam Haley, and ongoing litigation in California. Haley delivered a victim impact statement, while prosecutors praised her courage. Weinstein maintains innocence and faces a California resentencing after the New York judgment.
Two men have been arrested in New York on charges of conspiracy and trespassing after emerging from a manhole near a hotel where Israeli PM Netanyahu was staying for the UN General Assembly. Police say the pair attempted to flee and are part of a string of similar incidents this year; authorities warn entry to sewers is illegal and dangerous.
Dolly Parton Day is being celebrated worldwide. Proclamations highlight Parton’s literacy advocacy, with events from Nashville to Manhattan, and charitable book donations through the Imagination Library continuing to broaden access to children’s reading.
Rivet has rolled out a new approach to dating by letting volunteer matchers rate potential couples, aiming to prioritize quality connections over sheer volume. The system blends personality data with AI-generated visuals and social votes, while keeping the final dating decision in the hands of the individuals involved.
A collaboration between Emilio’s Ballato’s Anthony Vitolo and chef Salvatore Sorrentino is moving from pop-ups to a permanent Nassau County supper club in Garden City, transforming ITA Kitchen into a chic Italian dining space with tastings featuring Ballato staples and Sorrentino’s riffs. The venture follows two successful pop-ups that showcased a shared menu and a plan to overhaul the space for a 120-seat restaurant.
The latest BEA data indicate the core PCE price index has cooled to a 3% annual pace, with monthly gains easing to 0.2%–0.3% in recent readings. Analysts say the Fed’s path remains uncertain as inflation cools but stays above target.
Weinstein has been sentenced for sexually assaulting Miriam Haley after a lengthy legal path. A second jury found him guilty at a retrial, and he remains incarcerated amid appeals; Haley delivered a victim impact statement.
Lawsuits allege McDonald’s uses an AI-augmented pricing system that shares nonpublic sales data across franchises to set menu prices, a claim McDonald’s denies, saying pricing decisions remain with franchisees. The suit seeks class-action status and damages.
The New York City mayor has faced widespread criticism for a statement marking the Oct. 7 anniversary that condemns Israel and Gaza actions. Sources describe a polarized reaction from international groups, local Jewish communities, and US politicians. The statement has intensified debate on how leaders address the crisis.
Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores remain in New York custody after being charged again in a conspiracy to import cocaine into the United States. They have pleaded not guilty; prosecutors oppose bail. The case, first brought six years ago, centers on narcotics trafficking tied to Venezuela’s leadership.
The United States has filed a new indictment charging Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores with conspiracy to commit torture, adding to existing drug-trafficking and weapon charges. The couple, captured in Caracas and detained in Brooklyn, plead not guilty and await trial set for June in New York as prosecutors portray a system of repression linked to narcoterrorism and organized crime.