New York

Grandmother attacked after confronting dog owner over mess
A 75-year-old grandmother was beaten to the ground after asking a passer-by to clean up their dog mess in the Crown Heights area of New York. Linda Scott was pushed to the floor and struck with repeated blows and a kick to the head, suffering injuries that required hospital treatment.

Blake Lively objects to evidence in trial against Justin Baldoni
Blake Lively is objecting to news articles and witness testimony as evidence in her upcoming trial against Justin Baldoni, where only retaliation and breach of contract claims will proceed after a judge dismissed sexual harassment allegations.

Judge Dismisses Most Claims in Lively-Baldoni Case
A judge has dismissed 10 of 13 claims in Blake Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, citing a letter from Lively that classified her as an independent contractor, setting the stage for a May trial focused on retaliation and a smear campaign.

Diddy absent at appeal hearing for prostitution convictions
Sean 'Diddy' Combs was not present in court during an appeal hearing challenging his conviction and sentence for two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, while he serves his prison term in New Jersey. His defense argued for a reduced sentence, claiming unfair treatment and First Amendment protections, while prosecutors defended the conviction based on coercion and abuse history.
Klarna Lists on NYSE, Faces Investor Criticism Over Handling
Klarna listed its stock on the New York Stock Exchange on September 10, but the move drew immediate criticism from a major investor. According to Borås Tidning, Lars Arrfors, chairman of Bockasjö Capital, described the handling of the listing as the worst he has seen.

Pink to Host 2026 Tony Awards, Producers Praise Her
Pink has been announced as the host of the 2026 Tony Awards on June 7 at Radio City Music Hall, with executive producers hailing her as a fearless artist who embodies the spirit of live performance and theatre.
Two pilots killed as Air Canada plane hits fire truck at LaGuardia
An Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck on a runway at LaGuardia Airport in New York on Sunday night, killing both pilots and injuring dozens of others. The crash, which occurred as the fire truck responded to a separate incident, has prompted a major investigation by U.S. and Canadian authorities.

Penn Station to restrict access for World Cup matches, redirecting commuters
Parts of New York's Penn Station will be closed to all users except World Cup ticket-holders for four hours before matches held in New Jersey this summer, affecting eight games including the final. The restrictions will overlap with peak commuting hours on weekdays, raising logistical challenges for thousands of daily rail riders.
Historic Women's Hockey Match at Madison Square Garden Draws Record U.S. Crowd
A professional women's hockey match was played for the first time ever at Madison Square Garden in New York on Saturday night, selling out with 18,006 fans and setting a new U.S. attendance record for the sport.

Netflix launches new season of true crime series Homicide: New York
Netflix has launched a new season of the true crime docuseries Homicide: New York, revisiting five distressing murders in New York City from the perspectives of those directly involved. The series features cases including a Central Park serial offender, a Soho House drowning, and 9/11 Ground Zero accounts.
Air Canada CEO retires after backlash over French language in crash response
A fatal collision at LaGuardia Airport last week killed two Air Canada pilots and injured dozens of passengers, sparking a controversy over the airline's response. CEO Michael Rousseau faced political and public criticism for his initial English-only video message, leading to his retirement announcement amid ongoing questions about the crash and company leadership.
Seven-month-old baby fatally shot in Brooklyn stroller, suspect arrested
A seven-month-old baby girl, Kaori Patterson-Moore, was fatally shot in the head in Brooklyn on Wednesday afternoon while in a stroller pushed by her mother. The shooting, which police believe is gang-related, has led to the arrest of one suspect and an ongoing manhunt for a second.

Royal Navy Carrier Deployment to US Independence Day Sparks Diplomatic Tensions
The Royal Navy is in talks to send an aircraft carrier to US Independence Day celebrations in New York, an event marking 250 years since America defeated Britain in 1776, sparking controversy in military circles. This potential deployment comes amid heightened tensions between US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer over the UK's refusal to join a Middle East conflict.

Federal arrests target Brooklyn nonprofit in city contract bribery probe
Federal authorities have arrested four people in connection with an investigation into a Brooklyn nonprofit that received city contracts to open homeless shelters. The probe is examining whether City Council Member Farah Louis and her sister Debbie Louis, an aide to Gov. Kathy Hochul, accepted bribes or kickbacks related to city funds.

Google sues Magic Cat fraud operators in New York court
Google has filed a lawsuit in federal court in New York against individuals linked to the fraud program Magic Cat, seeking a temporary injunction to shut down its infrastructure. The action targets a scheme that has impersonated major companies to phish card details from hundreds of thousands of victims.

Defense seeks delays in state and federal trials for accused CEO killer
Lawyers for Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, have requested postponements in both his state and federal trials, arguing overlapping schedules would violate his constitutional rights.
NFL sued by female referee over alleged gender-based harassment
Robin DeLorenzo, one of the NFL's first female referees, filed a harassment lawsuit against the league on Friday in Manhattan federal court, alleging a three-year pattern of gender-based scrutiny and hostility. The NFL denied the allegations, calling them baseless and stating her termination was performance-related.
New Documents Detail Allegations Against Prince Andrew at Epstein Properties
Newly released court documents reveal disturbing allegations of sexual misconduct by Prince Andrew at Jeffrey Epstein's properties, including claims he brushed a teenager's chest and received massages from young women. The evidence, part of a trove of unsealed legal filings, adds to the scandal that has cost the prince his royal titles.
Prosecutor Seeks Prison Terms for Lundin Executives in Sudan War Crimes Case
A Swedish prosecutor has demanded severe sentences for two former Lundin Oil executives accused of aiding war crimes in Sudan, as global news spans Ukrainian drone attacks on a Russian refinery, a delayed court hearing for Venezuela's deposed president, and a UK proposal to charge foreign tourists at museums.
