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Judge rips into tourist’s wild claims about ‘incapacitating’ spicy salsa, revealing the one simple thing he should have done

A New York City judge recently shut down a lawsuit from a tourist who claimed a taco spot’s salsa was so spicy it caused him “severe physical and emotional damage.” The tourist, Faycal Manz, an engineer from Germany, decided to sue Los Tacos No. 1 after a visit to their…

The Mary Sue

Cadillac F1 sets up a mystery countdown ahead of its 2026 livery debut

Cadillac will launch a Times Square countdown activation ahead of unveiling its 2026 F1 livery during a Super Bowl advert

Motorsport

Former New York Mayor Eric Adams has a new act as a crypto entrepreneur—though details of his “NYC Token” remain vague

Adams unveiled his blockchain project at a press conference in Times Square on Monday.

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Raúl "El Gordo" de Molina Defies Censorship: "I Will Continue to Defend Immigrants"

Raúl "El Gordo" de Molina breaks his silence after the New Year's controversy and sends a clear message: he will continue to defend immigrants, no matter what. The Cuban presenter, one of the most recognizable faces on Spanish-language television in the United States, found himself at the center of a…

Latin Times

Maren Morris battled swollen face and 'the worst sinus infection' before NYE Times Square set

Maren Morris powered through a severe sinus infection that left her face swollen days before performing on Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve in Times Square.

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Eric Adams issues scathing response to Andy Cohen after Bravo host blasts him during live New Year’s Eve rant

Cohen was appearing live on CNN from Times Square to ring in 2026 when he launched into his rant while holding a shot glass

The Independent UK

Andy Cohen slams outgoing NYC mayor Eric Adams as ‘chaotic, horrible’ during live rant

CNN anchor rebukes departing official during New Year’s Eve broadcast from Times Square but concedes he ‘may have dented the rat population’

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Photos: New Year's celebrations from NYC to Sydney, as world welcomes 2026

South Pacific nations welcomed 2026 first — 18 hours ahead of NYC's annual ball drop.

Axios

How to watch Ball Drop 2026: live stream New Year's Eve from anywhere, TV channel, free options, streaming info

Whether you tune in via the free feed, "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" with Ryan Seacrest or "New Year's Eve Live" with Anderson Cooper, here's how to watch Ball Drop 2026 online from anywhere.

Tom’s Guide

Photos of New Year’s celebrations across the globe as the world welcomes 2026

Australia saluted the new year with defiance less than a month after its worst mass shooting in almost 30 years

The Independent UK

Times Square Ball to Drop Twice on New Year's Eve to Mark America's 250th Anniversary

Times Square Constellation Ball will drop twice on New Year's Eve, with a second patriotic drop at 12:04 a.m. featuring red, white, and blue confetti.

International Business Times UK

Here’s how much it costs to watch New York City’s NYE ball drop like a VIP

‘If you have a ticket to [a] New York party on New Year's Eve, you have guaranteed predictability or at least as close as you can get to predictable in NYC,’ one expert said

The Independent UK

Where to spend New Year’s Eve for epic parties, luxury escapes and quiet retreats

Euronews Travel rounds up the best destinations to celebrate New Year’s Eve, offering luxury, magnificent fireworks and vibrant events.

Euronews

Iconic New Year’s Eve ball to make history in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary

There will be a second ball drop in Times Square in July

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Times Square to feature patriotic ball drop for New Year's Eve, kicking off US's 250th birthday

The New Year's Eve ball drop in New York City will sparkle in red, white, and blue to kick off celebrations for the U.S.'s 250th birthday in 2026

International Business Times UK

Christmas Fury In New York: 'Jesus Is Palestinian' Ad in Time Square Branded 'Inflammatory' By Tourists

Times Square 'Jesus is Palestinian' billboard divides Christmas tourists. ADC defends interfaith message as history clash ignites fierce debate in New York.

The Guardian - US

‘I’m going to be heartbroken. This is a landmark’: cherished Times Square dive bar faces eviction

With cheap drinks and friendly locals, Jimmy’s Corner is a New York institution. But a real-estate developer has ordered its closure – can it survive?

Total Film

Steven Spielberg's new movie just dropped creepy, cryptic ads in LA and New York's Times Square – and it looks suitably extra-terrestrial

This one looks a far cry from E.T.

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TechRadar

Testing ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude in the multimodal maze

An AI eye test for ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude

International Business Times

WhiteBIT Expands Globally with U.S. Launch and Times Square Campaign

WhiteBIT today announced its official launch in the United States, establishing WhiteBIT US as an independent entity designed to scale and operate locally across the country. The launch marks a strategic expansion into the world's most regulated and institutionally driven digital asset market.

International Business Times UK

Tesla Optimus Steps Into the Spotlight: From Times Square to the Factory Floor

Tesla Optimus breaks new ground, serving the public as it advances towards mass production and real-world roles, with industry experts calling it a game-changer for AI and robotics.

The Independent UK

Times Square New Year’s Eve ball might look a bit different this year. Here’s why.

The annual New Year’s Ball will be getting a makeover for the ninth time in its existence

International Business Times UK

Yu Menglong Death Sparks Global Uproar: Truth, Torture Rumors, and Times Square Protests Shake China

The official 'accidental' death of Yu Menglong has sparked global protests and a 500K petition amid claims of censorship, a torture video, and captivity at the QiHao Art Museum.

BANG Premier

Rosalía announces fourth album LUX

The follow-up to 2022's Motomami has been teased on billboards, including in Times Square in New York and Madrid.

Tom’s Guide

NordVPN's Times Square stunt lets New Yorkers "talk to a hacker"

NordVPN's "Talk to a Hacker" campaign in Times Square let people chat live with ethical hackers who uncovered their personal info in minutes – a stark reminder of online privacy risks.

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