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Bangladesh warns of legal action over harassment of Muhammad Yunus in US

Tarique Rahman's adviser issued a warning concerning legal repercussions for supporters of Awami League who heckled Muhammad Yunus. Yunus, recently facing criticism over a measles outbreak, was targeted by aggressive protestors while arriving in New York. Supporters yelled accusations of terrorism and questioned his presence in the US. The incident…

The Economic Times · Oct 13

Apple takes on Amazon with its new smart home tech – and pre-orders are open

In a behind-closed-doors session in New York, Apple has just unveiled its first smart home device with a display. Here’s all you need to know about Apple HomeView

Evening Standard · Oct 13

New York charity accused of using nearly $100,000 in veteran donations for personal expenses

A New York veterans' charity called Healing for Heroes allegedly misused donations intended for injured service members. State prosecutors filed a civil lawsuit claiming founders misled donors while using funds for personal luxuries. Investigators found that the charity operated retreats only for board members and their friends, neglecting actual veterans…

The Times of India · Oct 13

56-Year-Old Construction Worker Dies After Being Submerged in Water While Working in New York

Rafael Peralta, 56, died after a water main break flooded an excavation near Roosevelt Field mall in East Garden City. Authorities are investigating the incident and any possible safety concerns.

International Business Times UK · Oct 13

Dionne Warwick can't 'stand or walk' due to severe pain

Veteran singer Dionne Warwick has revealed she can no longer "stand or walk" due to severe pain in her leg and foot which forced her to cancel a planned performed at a charity event in New York City over the weekend (10-11.10.26).

BANG Premier · Oct 13

National leaders crisscross the country at campaign crunch time

It’s crunch time on the campaign trail, and the president, vice president, congressional leaders and no shortage of other surrogates are out in force, trying to rally supporters to get out the vote. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, the New York Democrat likely to become speaker if his party wins…

Roll Call · Oct 13

New Yorkers queue for hours to buy subway memorabilia, with signs costing over $1,000

New Yorkers queued for hours at an annual MTA sale in south Brooklyn to buy discarded subway signs, seats and MetroCards. Station signs cost $500 to over $1,000, while orange subway seats sold for around $900. Filmmaker Spike Lee was among the shoppers, purchasing a Penn Station sign. The two-day…

The Times of India · Oct 13

Peck & Peck by Bonnie Garmus review – the zany follow-up to Lessons in Chemistry

This offbeat tale of machinations at an eccentric poetry magazine in 80s New York is laugh-out-loud funny – and a paean to the power of poetry

The Guardian - UK · Oct 13

Kelly Clarkson 'ticked off' over drama with New York curiosity shop

Kelly Clarkson is reportedly "so ticked off" over the situation with New York curiosity shop Art of Play.

BANG Premier · Oct 13

Selma Blair released on bail after 'inflight bust-up'

Actress Selma Blair has been released on bail after pleading not guilty to two charges of second-degree assault following an alleged bust-up onboard a Delta Air Lines flight to New York on Sunday (11.10.26).

BANG Premier · Oct 13