New York
Woman Claims "Voices Commanded Her to Kill" in Shocking Confession After Macy's Bathroom Stabbing
Dec 14, 2025 01:51 pm CST
A homeless woman with a history of mental illness has confessed to stabbing a California mother in a Macy's bathroom, claiming voices in her head commanded her to kill. Kerri Aherne, detained at Rikers Island on attempted murder charges, described purchasing a knife and following instructions from auditory hallucinations that threatened her life if she didn't comply. Diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder but skeptical of her diagnosis, Aherne's case highlights concerning gaps in psychiatric care and supervision.
Netanyahu Vows to Visit New York Despite Mamdani's ICC Arrest Threats
Dec 04, 2025 04:38 pm CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared his intention to visit New York despite mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's threats to enforce an International Criminal Court arrest warrant. The diplomatic tension highlights jurisdictional questions between city and federal authorities, with Netanyahu dismissing concerns while the Trump administration maintains strong support for Israel.
Netanyahu Confirms New York Visit Despite ICC Arrest Warrant Threats from Mayor-Elect Mamdani
Dec 04, 2025 05:10 am CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed his intention to visit New York despite threats from incoming mayor Zohran Mamdani to enforce an International Criminal Court arrest warrant against him. During a New York Times interview, Netanyahu expressed willingness to engage with Mamdani if the mayor-elect acknowledges Israel's right to exist, though experts consider an arrest unlikely due to federal jurisdiction over such matters.
New York Challenges X's Lawsuit Against Social Media Hate Speech Disclosure Law
Nov 04, 2025 07:55 am CST
New York has requested a dismissal of Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) lawsuit challenging the state's Stop Hiding Hate Act, which requires social media companies to disclose their content moderation policies regarding hate speech and extremism. Attorney General Letitia James argues the law protects consumers while X claims it unconstitutionally forces disclosure of "sensitive and controversial speech."
US Seeks Probe As Escalator, Teleprompter Malfunction During Trump UN Visit
Sep 24, 2025 09:36 am CST
President Donald Trump appeared to laugh it off Tuesday when an escalator and a teleprompter both malfunctioned during his United Nations visit -- but for US officials it was no laughing matter.
Video: Macron Calls Trump After Being Blocked By His Presidential Convoy
Sep 24, 2025 02:46 am CST
French President Emmanuel Macron and his entourage had to wait as the police cleared the New York streets for US President Donald Trump's convoy.
US Bars Iranian Diplomats From Costco, Luxury Shopping In New York
Sep 23, 2025 05:50 pm CST
The Donald Trump administration has barred Iranian diplomats based in or visiting New York from accessing wholesale stores such as Costco or purchasing luxury goods in the US without approval from the State Department.
S Jaishankar Meets US Ambassador To India-Designate Sergio Gor In US
Sep 23, 2025 10:12 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday met with US Ambassador to India-designate Sergio Gor on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly session and the two leaders look forward to promoting the success of the bilateral relationshi
S Jaishankar Meets Marco Rubio In New York Amid Tariff Row
Sep 23, 2025 02:39 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio here on Monday and discussed a range of bilateral and international issues of "current concern".
FBI Tip Helps Thwart Potential School Shooting At High School In New York
Sep 19, 2025 04:09 pm CST
A swift joint operation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the New York Police Department (NYPD) thwarted a potential school shooting at Benjamin Cardozo High School in Queens in New York