New York

NYC starts driver congestion charging despite opposition

That plan revives one, originally with a $15 base fee, that she paused in June, saying there were "too many unintended consequences for New Yorkers."

Woman killed when set on fire on New York subway train, police say

Asked whether the man watching from the bench was the attacker, police said that responding officers had no reason to think he was a suspect when they rushed to the woman's aid.

Timothée Chalamet makes surprise appearance at lookalike contest in New York

Timothée Chalamet delighted his fans with an unexpected appearance at a lookalike contest dedicated to him in New York. The event took place in Lower Manhattan, where the Hollywood star surprised attendees by showing up in person.

New York mayor indicted on federal criminal charges

At least four federal probes are underway against the Democratic ex-cop, including three led by the US district court in Manhattan, investigating people in the mayor's orbit and high-ranking officials in his administration.

Timberlake settles DUI case with plea agreement

Justin Timberlake has negotiated an agreement to resolve his drunk-driving case in the United States.

US rapper Fatman Scoop dies after onstage collapse

Famed American rapper Fatman Scoop tragically died at 53 after collapsing during a live performance in Connecticut on Friday. 

Ignorant people try to always seek darkness amidst goodness: Shakib

The Shakib Khan starrer latest Eid release, “Toofan”, has captivated audiences and reached unprecedented popularity. The film accumulated significant attention both locally and internationally. The Dhallywood superstar is now in high demand across various media outlets. Recently, he participated in an exclusive interview with the Indian Express, delving into his distinguished career and offering insights on a range of subjects.

Justin Timberlake fails field sobriety tests, taken into custody

Justin Timberlake was taken into custody in Sag Harbor, NY, for driving while intoxicated (DWI) after he declined to take a breathalyser test and failed all standardised field sobriety tests.

ICC confirms NY, Dallas, Florida as T20 WC 2024 venues

The USA is set to host the T20 World Cup for the first time, with Grand Prairie in Dallas, Broward County in Florida and Nassau County in New York chosen as the venues for the grand event. 

September 2, 2016
September 2, 2016

US Open: Wawrinka rolls into third round

Twice grand slam winner Stan Wawrinka rallies from 5-2 down in the second set to clinch victory over Italian Alessandro Giannessi and reach the third round of the U.S. Open.

August 31, 2016
August 31, 2016

US Open: Williams sister act through to second round

World number one Serena Williams opens her U.S. Open account with a tidy 6-3 6-3 win over Ekaterina Makarova.

August 31, 2016
August 31, 2016

US Open: Andy Murray flourishes in new conditions

Second seed Andy Murray has always said he would quite like an indoor grand slam event and at the U.S. Open it seems he has found the next best thing.

August 30, 2016
August 30, 2016

US Open: Novak Djokovic into second round

Novak Djokovic opens defence of his U.S. Open title with a laboured 6-3 5-7 6-2 6-1 win over Poland's Jerzy Janowicz that brings new concerns about the world number one's fitness.

August 29, 2016
August 29, 2016

Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Phil Collins kick-off US Open

Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal get their US Open campaigns under way Monday in the shadow of Arthur Ashe Stadium's spectacular $150 million retractable roof and alongside rock music legend Phil Collins.

August 16, 2016
August 16, 2016

New York man due in court, charged with slaying of Bangladeshi imam, assistant

A New York City man was due in court to be charged with second-degree murder in the deaths of a Muslim imam from Bangladesh and his assistant who were gunned down in New York over the weekend, police say.

August 14, 2016
August 14, 2016

Dhaka, Washington condemn NY killings

Bangladesh condemns the killing of Bangladesh-origin Imam and his associate in New York city describing it as a cowardly act on peace-loving people.

August 14, 2016
August 14, 2016

Muslim cleric among 2 Bangladeshis killed in New York

Two Bangladeshi nationals including a Muslim cleric are shot dead by a gunman in New York. A lone gunman shot them when they were walking together following afternoon prayers at a mosque in the New York City borough of Queens.

July 10, 2016
July 10, 2016

US police shootings: Protests spread with dozens of arrests

Protests against the police shooting of black men spread across US cities, with dozens of arrests made, but with most passing off peacefully.

June 12, 2016
June 12, 2016

Solar Impulse flies over night-time New York

The solar-powered plane Solar Impulse has arrived at New York's JFK airport after making the short trip from Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania.