New York City

Fire forces Broadway's The Book of Mormon to close
A fire broke out Monday at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre, home to the long-running musical The Book of Mormon, forcing it to close at least temporarily. All occupants were safely evacuated, according to ATG Entertainment, the building owner.

NYC mayor urges King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond
Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he would encourage King Charles to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond. He made the remark during a press conference ahead of meeting the king at a September 11 memorial event, according to a spokesperson.

Evita revival to open on Broadway in spring 2027
Producers have announced that the Evita revival will officially transfer to Broadway in spring 2027, with Rachel Zegler starring and Jamie Lloyd directing.
30 Rock lands on Netflix after Emmy-winning run
All seven seasons of the Emmy-winning sitcom 30 Rock are now available on Netflix as of May 1, according to multiple reports. The show originally aired from 2006 to 2013 and won 16 Emmys during its run.

Judge vacates Harry Ruiz murder conviction after 30 years
According to court documents, a Manhattan judge vacated Harry Ruiz's murder conviction after nearly 30 years, following a review by the district attorney's post-conviction unit that found prosecutors may have withheld payments to the mother of a key eyewitness. Ruiz, who has maintained his innocence since the 1994 conviction according to his attorneys, was released on parole in 2019.

Spider-Noir series trailers debut ahead of May release
Two trailers for the Spider-Noir television series have been released, offering a first glimpse of Nicolas Cage's superhero private investigator in both black-and-white and full color. The show will debut on MGM+ on May 25 before arriving on Prime Video on May 27.
Maura Higgins joins Dancing With The Stars cast
Maura Higgins attended the Time 100 Gala in New York on Thursday evening, where it was revealed she will be the first contestant for the 35th season of Dancing With The Stars.
Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz spark engagement rumors
Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz are in a romantic relationship and have been seen walking arm-in-arm in New York City, according to multiple reports. The couple has sparked engagement rumors after Kravitz was spotted wearing a ring, though fans speculate it may be a promotional piece.
Two jets nearly collide at JFK Airport after go-around
Two passenger jets came perilously close to a midair collision at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York on Monday afternoon, with the aircraft coming within 350 feet vertically and 0.62 miles horizontally at their closest points.

Bezos and Sanchez named honorary chairs of 2025 Met Gala
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez have been appointed as honorary chairs and lead sponsors of the 2025 Met Gala, sparking controversy with protest posters appearing in Manhattan calling for a boycott.
SantaCon Organizer Indicted for Alleged Donation Misuse
Stefan Pildes, organizer of New York City's SantaCon, was arrested Wednesday and indicted on federal charges alleging he misused hundreds of thousands in charitable donations for personal expenses. Prosecutors claim only a small fraction of the millions raised reached charities.

Play 'The Fear of 13' Brings Wrongful Imprisonment to Broadway
The play 'The Fear of 13' is based on the true story of Nick Yarris, who was wrongfully imprisoned for decades in the U.S., including over 20 years on death row. It premieres on Broadway on April 15 after a West End run in 2024.

The Devil Wears Prada sequel sets May 1 release date
The highly anticipated sequel to The Devil Wears Prada will see Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci reprise their roles, the studio confirmed, with Hathaway's character Andy Sachs returning to Runway magazine, still overseen by Streep's Miranda Priestly, according to reports. The film is set to hit cinemas on Friday, 1st May, the distributor announced, while its world premiere will take place at Lincoln Center in New York on Monday, 20th April, which will be live-streamed for audiences, organisers said.
Cryptocurrency, racial, disability crimes show extreme brutality
A cryptocurrency dispute led to the alleged kidnapping and torture of an Italian man in a New York City townhouse, according to police, while separate cases involving a racially-motivated beating in Pennsylvania and a decade-long captivity scheme in Philadelphia highlight patterns of extreme violence and exploitation.

Wall Street Banks Eye Strong Profit Growth Amid Middle East Conflict Volatility
Major Wall Street banks are poised for robust profit growth as earnings season begins, driven by investment banking activity and trading volumes amid heightened volatility from the ongoing Middle East conflict, which has escalated into direct Iran-Israel hostilities with U.S. military involvement.
Bronx Tenants Face Severe Conditions as Landlords Use LLCs to Obscure Ownership
Tenants in a Bronx building are battling severe living conditions including mold, rats, and heat outages, with over 500 open violations cited by city officials, while opaque ownership structures complicate accountability.
Jack Schlossberg launches congressional bid with Kennedy legacy
Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of former President John F. Kennedy, launched his congressional campaign in New York City late last year, receiving the endorsement of Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi. His entry into politics leverages his family's storied name but faces questions about his lack of experience and social media presence.

Duchess of Edinburgh makes surprise appearance at Jane Goodall gala in London
The Duchess of Edinburgh made a surprise appearance with Lady Helen Taylor at a gala celebrating the legacy of Dr Jane Goodall at the Peninsula Hotel in London. This engagement follows a series of recent charitable activities and a solo trip to New York for the UN Commission on the Status of Women.

Megan Thee Stallion hospitalized during Broadway show, plans Thursday return
Megan Thee Stallion was hospitalized after falling ill during a Broadway performance of Moulin Rouge on Tuesday, with her spokesperson confirming she was transported for a medical evaluation. Doctors identified extreme exhaustion, dehydration, vasoconstriction and low metabolic levels as the cause, and she has been treated, discharged and is resting, with plans to return to the show on Thursday.