Burnham’s past criticism of Trump ‘no bar to strong relationship’ – minister The two leaders are expected to come face to face at the UN general assembly next week in New York. Evening Standard · Sep 20
In 2020, a three-turbine frame was lowered into New York City's East River; six months later, it had sent 210MWh of tide-made power to the U.S. grid A New York project set a U.S. marine energy record using underwater turbines. These turbines generated electricity from the East River's tidal currents. Tidal power offers predictable energy generation, unlike solar and wind sources. Global coastlines hold vast, underutilized potential for tidal energy production. However, high costs and engineering challenges… The Economic Times · Sep 20
UN General Assembly 2026: Trump returns to the world stage as Ukraine, Middle East wars and AI risks dominate agenda The UN General Assembly takes center stage in New York this week, bringing together global leaders to debate pressing issues such as the Middle East crisis, Ukraine's turmoil, and the dangers posed by artificial intelligence. Notably, President Donald Trump will take the floor again, although Xi Jinping will not be… The Economic Times · Sep 20
Belmont Park is back: inside New York’s $555m bet on horse racing The storied Long Island racetrack, rebuilt with a $455m state loan, is smaller, sleeker and designed for a changing audience. Can it create the public needed to sustain it? The Guardian - US · Sep 19
Climate Change, Conflict And AI: What To Expect From The Upcoming UN General Assembly High-Level Week World leaders will gather in New York next week to discuss the most important threats, both political and existential, facing the international community. International Business Times · Sep 19
The View co-host Joy Behar listed her Hamptons home for $10.95 million in 2024; after multiple price cuts, the 1903 house finally sold for $5.65 million Joy Behar has sold her 1903-built Sag Harbor, New York, home for $5.65 million after initially listing it for $10.95 million in November 2024. The “The View” co-host’s four-bedroom property went through several asking-price changes before the sale closed on August 28, 2026. Behar bought the 4,500-square-foot home for $4.75… The Economic Times · Sep 19
Venezuela's Gold Is Finally Moving. Just Not to Caracas — And Not Into Anyone's Hands Yet. Venezuela and the opposition are close to moving $4 billion in gold from London to New York. What the deal would allow — and still block. Latin Times · Sep 19
Protesters Crash Greg Bovino's NYC Return — Mid-Speech Protesters disrupted former Border Patrol chief Greg Bovino's NYC speech Sept. 17, months after he lost his post over deadly Minneapolis raids. Latin Times · Sep 19
Hayley Williams Plays Famous Tracks by Artists Who Publicly Cited the 'Silencing of Macklemore' on Tour Hayley Williams' New York playlist featured Macklemore and musicians who left Ed Sheeran's tour amid the widening Palestine dispute. International Business Times UK · Sep 19
Netanyahu Heads to New York After Mamdani Pledged To Arrest Him, NYC Mayor Now Told To Fix Potholes Instead Benjamin Netanyahu's planned New York visit is putting Zohran Mamdani's local-government agenda under scrutiny as protests, security concerns and criticism over Israel take centre stage. International Business Times UK · Sep 19
US glider planes collide mid-air in New York, one pilot killed A glider pilot was killed after two glider planes collided midair over Saratoga County in New York on Friday, authorities said. The Times of India · Sep 19
US fashion CEO resigns after physically restraining animal rights activists Steven Kolb of the Council of Fashion Designers of America was filmed during an altercation at New York fashion week The Guardian - UK · Sep 19
Advocate Calls Trump Administration Public Charge Rule 'Interesting and Horrifying' After Lawsuit The Trump public charge rule took effect on 18 September as New York and advocacy groups challenged its broader immigration test in federal court. International Business Times UK · Sep 19
13-year-old with reported IQ of 168 Scored 1,590/1,600 in SAT at age 10, graduated high school at 11; now set to begin NYU master’s in 2027 In 2027, Joe Petraro-Hyppolite plans to enroll in a master’s program at New York University after scoring an impressive 1,590 on the SAT at just ten years old and earning his diploma by eleven. Now an undergraduate, he anticipates graduation in May 2027, with aspirations to delve into sports management… The Economic Times · Sep 19
The Times of India · Sep 19 Hugs, kisses before tragedy: Indian-origin woman jumped to save friend, both killed An Indian-origin woman may have jumped onto a New York City subway track in an attempt to rescue her friend after he ended up on the tracks, before both were fatally struck by an approaching train, according to a report by the New York Post citing law-enforcement sources.
The Economic Times · Sep 19 Green card applicants can now be rejected over use of Medicaid, food stamps & free school lunch programmes The Trump administration’s expanded “public charge” rule has taken effect, allowing US immigration officers to consider benefits such as Medicaid and food assistance when deciding some green-card applications. The policy is already facing a lawsuit from New York and 21 other states, which warn it could deter immigrant families from…
The Times of India · Sep 19 Trump to meet Venezuela acting president, first meeting since Maduro’s removal President Donald Trump will meet acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez in New York. This meeting occurs during a reception for leaders attending the UN General Assembly. The leaders are expected to discuss Venezuela's energy sector and a recent oil reserves agreement. This engagement follows Washington's removal of former President Nicolas…
The Independent UK · Sep 19 Fashion executive resigns days after restraining PETA protesters at New York runway show The longtime chief executive of the Council of Fashion Designers of America says he is stepping down
Latin Times · Sep 19 Your Green Card Case Just Got a Lot Harder to Predict. Here's What Changed Today A broader "public charge" test for green cards starts today. See what counts against applicants now, who's exempt, and where a 22-state suit stands.
The Times of India · Sep 18 US man claims he was fired just 2.5 hours into new job over 'hygiene issue' after 9 months of unemployment A New York man who had spent nearly 10 months looking for work says his new job lasted just 2.5 hours after a staffing agency told him he was being let go over alleged “hygiene issues”. The man, who uses the Reddit username Havocko, said he was left confused because…
The Economic Times · Sep 18 Franklin D. Roosevelt’s father bought this 110-acre New York property for $40,000 in 1867; the estate kept expanding until it covered nearly 1,600 acres when the president died in 1945 Franklin D. Roosevelt estate: Franklin D. Roosevelt’s family estate in Hyde Park, New York, began with his father’s purchase of the property. Known as Springwood, the estate expanded significantly over the years to nearly 1,600 acres. Roosevelt’s childhood experiences there influenced his life and presidency. The estate later served as…
Fashion Times · Sep 18 PETA Protesters Disrupt H&M's London Fashion Week Show Over Wool Sourcing PETA protesters disrupted H&M's London Fashion Week show at Kensington Olympia, days after a similar demonstration at COS in New York sparked controversy.
International Business Times UK · Sep 18 Hayley Williams Features Macklemore and Artists Who Exited Ed Sheeran's Tour in Pre-Show Playlist Hayley Williams appeared to support Macklemore and artists who left Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour by playing their music before a New York performance, though she did not comment publicly.
The Independent UK · Sep 18 Venezuela closing in on deal to move $4bn gold reserves from Bank of England to New York Venezuela is nearing a deal to move $4 billion (£2.9 billion) in gold from the Bank of England to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York after a years-long legal tussle, it has been reported.
International Business Times UK · Sep 18 Man Finally Lands Job at Big Tech Firm After 9½ Months Unemployed, Then Gets Fired on His First Day Over 'Hygiene Issues' A New York man says he was dismissed from a tech job on his first day over alleged hygiene issues, leaving him without an explanation or termination letter.