Cuomo cruises past actress Nixon in New York primary
New York governor Andrew Cuomo has easily beaten a challenge from activist and actress Cynthia Nixon in the state’s gubernatorial primary vote.
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World Trade Centre subway station reopens for first time since 9/11
A New York City subway station has reopened for the first time since it was destroyed during the World Trade Centre attack 17 years ago.
Bird rescued from railway tracks after wandering on to line
These pictures show a young bird which ended up stranded between railway tracks and in need of a helping hand.
Cynthia Nixon and Andrew Cuomo clash in New York governor debate
Cynthia Nixon took part in a fiery debate as she campaigns to become the governor of New York.
A swarm of bees settled on a hot dog stand in New York
Times Square is normally swarming with tourists, but some pesky bees added a bit of a buzz about the landmark when they made a temporary home on top of a hot dog stand.
Kathy Griffin hits out at Louis CK’s attempted comeback
Kathy Griffin has criticised Louis CK’s attempted comeback after he admitted being guilty of sexual misconduct last year.
Ex-Lehman Brothers banker hit back at criticism of staff reunion
A former Lehman Brothers banker has hit back at criticism of a reunion of the failed finance firm’s staff, insisting it is a “good time to catch up with old friends”.
New York Public Library is lending out smart clothes to help people find work
A library in New York is lending out “work fashion” for people needing smart attire for a business interview who otherwise could not afford it.
Watch: New York police officers try their hand at skipping
New York police officers showed off their skipping skills at a community event in Lincoln Park, Yonkers.
Air Partner kicks off search for new auditor following accounting error
Air Partner has said a competitive process to appoint new external auditors is under way after the private jet firm discovered a £3.3 million accounting error earlier this year.
John Lennon’s killer denied parole for the 10th time
John Lennon’s killer has been denied parole for a 10th time.
Offers over £229,000: New York-style living in this stunning converted mill building
Flat 8, Mill House, Grandholm Crescent, is a stunning two-bedroom apartment on the first floor of the historic former Crombie Mill.
Watch cop wow with skipping skills even weighed down by uniform
A police officer showed his skipping skills when he joined in a community game of jumping rope.
US woman accused of Briton’s murder said killing was to ‘rid house of evil’
A Briton was stabbed to death in New York by a woman who claimed she wanted to “rid the house of evil”, police have alleged.
Edinburgh to introduce one car-free day a month in city centre
Edinburgh is set to become the first UK city with an outright ban on private cars.
North-east charities issue last call for runners ahead of New York marathon
Two north-east charities have released their final call for fundraisers to take part in a world-famous marathon.
Jurgen Klopp hails ‘big impact’ of Salah and Mane in win over Manchester City
Jurgen Klopp said there was “a lot of good moments and a lot of bad moments” as a Sadio Mane stoppage-time penalty helped Liverpool to a 2-1 win over Manchester City.
Liverpool’s Sadio Mane and Mo Salah at the double as Reds sink Man City 2-1
Sadio Mane’s stoppage-time penalty sealed a 2-1 comeback win for Liverpool over Manchester City in the International Champions Cup.
New York’s Daily News to shed half of its newsroom staff
The Daily News will cut half of its newsroom staff, saying it will focus more on digital news.
Steam pipe explosion forces evacuation of 49 buildings in New York
A steam pipe containing cancer-causing asbestos has exploded beneath a New York street sending white smoke 10 storeys high and forcing the evacuation of 49 buildings.
Steam pipe explosion sends pedestrians rushing for cover in New York
A steam pipe has exploded beneath New York’s Fifth Avenue, hurling chunks of asphalt flying.
Two children suffer bites in possible shark attacks
Two children have been bitten on the leg in possible shark attacks in the waters off Long Island in New York state, prompting authorities to close the beaches, officials said.
Two children suffer bites in possible shark attacks
Two children have been bitten on the leg in possible shark attacks in the waters off Long Island in New York state, prompting authorities to close the beaches, officials said.
Two children suffer bites in possible shark attacks
Two children have been bitten on the leg in possible shark attacks in the waters off Long Island in New York state, prompting authorities to close the beaches, officials said.
New Yorker sets her sights on Mrs UK World title while representing north-east
A New Yorker has swapped the Big Apple for the north-east as she represents the region in a pageant.
Emily Ratajkowski shows off her huge engagement ring for the first time
Emily Ratajkowski has showed off her massive diamond engagement ring for the first time.
Woman bailed by US court over protest at Statue Of Liberty
A woman who climbed the base of the Statue Of Liberty on the Fourth of July has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanour trespassing and disorderly conduct.
Woman to appear in court over Statue of Liberty protest
A Fourth of July protester who held police at bay for hours after she climbed the base of New York City’s Statue of Liberty, causing an evacuation, is set to face a judge in New York.
Statue of Liberty evacuated after woman climbs up in immigration protest
A woman protesting against US immigration policy climbed the Statue of Liberty’s base and forced the monument’s evacuation on Independence Day.
Cynthia Nixon: I’m so proud of my transgender child
Actress and New York electoral candidate Cynthia Nixon has announced that her oldest child has come out as transgender.