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Iran's foreign minister arrived in Pakistan, fueling speculation about potential direct talks with the U.S. President Trump stated he anticipates Iran will present an offer aimed at satisfying American demands.
New York's socialist mayor, Mamdani, is proposing a tax on luxury real estate owned by absentee owners. This proposal has led the founder of the Citadel hedge fund to re-evaluate a major construction project in Manhattan.
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin has expressed strong disapproval of New York Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani's proposed 'pied-à-terre' tax, labeling it a 'political stunt' and indicating his frustration.
Following an alleged terrorist attack attempt by two men in New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani's response has raised concerns and questions about the city's future public safety.
New York City apartment building workers and owners have reached a tentative contract agreement, successfully averting a potential strike. The deal prevents a major disruption to residential services across the city.
New York City Mayor Mamdani has characterized the threat of wealthy residents leaving the city due to higher taxes as 'imagined,' downplaying concerns about a potential exodus.
A report on New York Mayor Mamdani's first 100 days in office reveals a divided city, with supporters praising his "fantastic job" and critics, like a luxury real estate agent, arguing his policies harm everyone.
Zohran Mamdani referenced Margaret Thatcher during an address marking his 100 days as Mayor of New York City. The quote was part of his speech reflecting on his initial period in office.
Bernie Sanders, alongside NYC Mayor Mamdani and Sara Nelson, has launched the 'Union Now' movement, aiming to combat 'status quo economics' and promote unionization, though details remain light.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is reportedly receiving low marks from voters as he approaches his first hundred days in office, despite riding a wave of progressive enthusiasm to victory.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first 100 days in office by walking 10 kilometers, surprising passersby on the city's streets.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration has angered homeless advocates by appealing a court order that mandates the city expand its housing voucher program, despite his campaign pledges for affordable housing.
New York City Mayor Mamdani announced the return of the social media application TikTok for NYC government use, reversing a previous ban, with agencies now allowed to post again as long as security precautions are followed.
Former Republican rival Curtis Sliwa and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani appeared together in a charity gala comedy sketch, drawing criticism from some within the Republican Party who viewed it as a 'betrayal'.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani made his first official visit to the Archdiocese of America, where he met with Archbishop Elpidophoros.
NYC Mayor Mamdani has launched a new community safety office, fulfilling a key campaign promise.
Archbishop Hicks sees young people embracing faith as he leads Saint Patrick's Day Mass, calling for unity and peace at New York's historic cathedral.
Controversy erupted after NYC Mayor Mamdani hosted radical activist Mahmoud Khalil for iftar, drawing criticism from Jewish leaders over Khalil's stance on Israel.
A pair has been charged with terrorist offenses after allegedly throwing explosives near a protest outside NY Mayor Mamdani's home, with the NYPD Commissioner stating it's being investigated as an act of ISIS-inspired terrorism.
The wife of NYC Mayor Mamdani reportedly liked a social media post that called the investigation into sexual violence on October 7 a 'hoax', sparking controversy.
Former President Trump commended NYC Mayor Mamdani for making 'big progress' by embracing the Declaration of Independence, following an Oval Office meeting focused on immigration and housing issues.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani held the first of his 'Rental Ripoff Hearings,' where New Yorkers gathered to express grievances about landlords and housing issues like rats.
New York City's sanitation leadership was filmed participating in an Islamic supplication ritual alongside Mayor Mamdani, sparking controversy.
New York Mayor Zoran Mamdani is traveling to Washington for his second meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House, according to the New York Times.
New York Mayor Mamdani is in a dispute with police after park visitors reportedly threw ice and stones, instead of snowballs, at officers during an incident.
A snowball fight in New York City escalated, resulting in injuries to police officers and creating a public disagreement between Mayor Mamdani and the NYPD commissioner, who called the behavior 'disgraceful'.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani sidestepped a question about requiring two IDs for snow shoveling jobs but not for voting, citing federal employment law compliance.
Mayor Mamdani declares a state of emergency, orders non-essential vehicles off city roads from Sunday night
Snow could fall at a rate of five to seven centimeters per hour during the storm, with nearly 54 million people in the storm's path in the eastern US.
A former NYPD chief slammed NYC Mayor Mamdani's decision to cancel 5,000 police officer hires, calling it a "recipe for disaster" amid city's budget crisis.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is drawing criticism after a city-run board canceled the lease of a drone manufacturer that supplies Israel's military, just six weeks into his term.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is expected to veto a bill that would establish no-protest areas around schools, sparking a debate over protest rights.
NYC Mayor Mamdani has vetoed a bill that aimed to establish protest buffer zones around schools.
Citadel, led by Ken Griffin, has strongly pushed back against New York Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani's proposed 'pied-à-terre' tax, which targets luxury second homes. The firm suggested the tax, promoted with a video featuring Griffin's penthouse, could jeopardize its planned expansion in New York City.
New York City Mayor Mamdani is moving forward with his agenda, including the opening of the city's first municipal-owned store, as he battles high prices and supermarkets evoke comparisons to the Soviet Union.
The NYPD has launched an investigation after a video surfaced showing two officers punching and kicking a man during an arrest of a wrongly identified suspect. New York Mayor Mamdani described the footage as "extremely disturbing and unacceptable."
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated that the threat of wealthy residents departing the city due to higher taxes is 'imagined,' contrasting with previous remarks by Governor Kathy Hochul.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has pledged to open the first city-run store, projected to cost $30 million initially, fulfilling a promise made during his "First 100 Days" speech.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced plans for New York City to establish city-run grocery stores in every borough. Details regarding the cost and pricing strategy for these stores were not immediately provided.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani highlighted significant policy achievements during his first 100 days in office, attributing them to a democratic socialist agenda, with Bernie Sanders praising his approach.
New York Mayor Mamdani's first 100 days in office have been marked by childcare reforms, efforts to fix potholes, and contentious debates over affordability policies.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a nearly $1 million settlement with the food delivery app HungryPanda over junk fees. This case follows a previous settlement with Uber Eats as part of his agenda to address consumer issues.
Reports of Apollo Global Management planning a second headquarters in the US South have reignited debate over a business exodus under NYC Mayor Mamdani, though data suggests the office real estate market is growing.
New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has lifted the ban on TikTok for city employees, which was imposed by his predecessor in 2023 due to data security concerns.
ICE arrested an illegal immigrant Latin Kings gang member in NYC after sanctuary city officials released him despite an active detainer, fueling ongoing scrutiny and debate, while Mayor Mamdani has endorsed a 'No Kings' rally and criticized ICE.
NYC Mayor Mamdani's proposed estate tax plan, which would lower the exemption to $750,000 and raise rates to 50%, is facing criticism for potentially burdening middle-class families and driving wealth out of the state.
A New York City police officer assigned to Mayor Mamdani’s security detail has been suspended without pay following an alleged off-duty shooting in the Bronx.
Mayor Mamdani defended his wife after she was confronted about her alleged work with an author who made controversial remarks, including calling the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks 'spectacular' and Jewish Israelis 'rootless ghouls,' though the mayor decried the rhetoric.
Two explosive devices were reportedly thrown at New York Mayor Mamdani's residence during an anti-Islam demonstration organized by far-right agitator Jake Lang, causing fear but no injuries.
Radical right-wing activists organized a 'Crusade Against Islamization' event in New York, attempting to provoke Mayor Zohran Mamdani by bringing a roasted pig outside his office.
Mayor Mamdani's proposal to 'freeze the rent' has energized New York City renters, who make up 69% of the population, but landlords argue the economics do not support the plan.
New York Mayor Mamdani has taken an initial step towards fulfilling his promise for universal free childcare in the city.
A Columbia University student detained by ICE was released after New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani raised her case with President Donald Trump during White House talks.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani met with President Trump in the Oval Office, presenting fake newspapers and successfully pitching a housing plan, which garnered significant internet attention.
Columbia student detained by ICE will be released after NYC Mayor Mamdani spoke with Trump following their White House meeting on immigration issues.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's decision to halt NYPD hiring contradicts campaign promises, raising questions about his commitment to New York City public safety.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed Erin Dalton as the new commissioner for the city's department of social services, a decision made amid scrutiny over the deaths of homeless New Yorkers.
Officials in Staten Island have publicly criticized Mayor Mamdani's decision to open New York City public schools on a specific Tuesday.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Sunday ordered a travel ban and shutdown of the city's traffic network ahead of a massive snowstorm expected to hit the northeast United States. The ban will not affec
The mayor of New York City has issued a citywide travel ban in anticipation of a major storm impacting the United States.
New York City is facing a significant deficit that could hinder Mayor Mamdani’s policy ambitions.
An analysis explores the potential consequences if New York City Mayor Mamdani proceeds with increasing income and corporate taxes on the wealthiest residents, examining whether such a move would drive them away.
King Charles III is scheduled to attend a 9/11 commemorative event alongside New York Mayor Mamdani.
Mayor Mamdani of New York is reportedly weighing a veto on a bill that proposes creating protest buffer zones around schools. The legislation aims to regulate demonstrations near educational institutions, sparking debate over free speech and student safety.
Ken Griffin's Citadel has criticized New York Mayor Mamdani for allegedly using his $238 million penthouse to advocate for a new second-home levy on wealthy residents.
Former President Barack Obama met with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for a joint appearance in the Bronx, where they read and sang with preschoolers at a childcare center. The event included them singing 'Wheels on the Bus' with the children.
New York Mayor Mamdani is reportedly aiming to implement measures to cut insurance costs for landlords in the city.
New York City Mayor Mamdani is promoting a new annual tax on luxury second homes, projected to generate $500 million per year. The proposal aims to tax wealthy residents and address city revenue needs.
NYC Mayor Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, plans to establish five government-run grocery stores by 2030, a proposal an economist who grew up in Venezuela predicts will fail, likening it to other socialist experiments.
New York's new mayor, Mamdani, has begun to outline 'socialist' plans for the city, marking a distinct policy direction within the first 100 days of their administration.
New York Mayor Mamdani highlights stark racial wealth gap in city report but sidesteps questions about why DEI language was removed from the document.
On his 100th day in office, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's office released a video, created in collaboration with documentarian John Wilson, detailing new policies designed to reduce the amount of scaffolding across the city.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has unveiled the city's first citywide racial equity plan, aiming for a more equitable future. The initiative has quickly prompted conservative pushback and a review by the Department of Justice.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing significant backlash for comments made after the killing of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn. Critics accuse him of blaming guns rather than criminals for the tragedy.
Comedian Modi Rosenfeld pulled out of a Passover event after learning Mayor Mamdani would be attending, citing the mayor's strained relationship with the Jewish community.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani has endorsed a planned 'No Kings' rally and criticized ICE as a 'rogue agency' that should be abolished, amid ongoing scrutiny over the subway killing of a veteran by an alleged illegal immigrant and previous reports of a university newspaper touting an ICE tracker.
New York City first lady Rama Duwaji is facing criticism after resurfaced online posts showed her praising airplane hijackers and criticizing the US military.
NYC Mayor Mamdani observed Ramadan publicly at a time when many politicians and activists on the right are voicing hostility and in some cases open bigotry toward American Muslims.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is proposing a significant overhaul of the estate tax, including raising it to 50% and decreasing the exemption from $7 million to $750,000, as part of efforts to address a $7 billion budget deficit.
The incident occurred amid an anti-Islam demonstration by conservative influencer Jake Lang outside Gracie Mansion
Mayor Zohran Mamdani backed his wife, Rama Duwaji, after her pro-Palestine Instagram activity drew attention.
Despite political differences, President Trump and New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani met to discuss a housing project in Queens, with Trump posting a photo of them with the Declaration of Independence.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced strong public criticism after labeling the joint US-Israel strikes on Iran an 'illegal war of aggression'.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani held a 'productive' meeting with President Donald Trump, reportedly using unconventional methods to secure key projects for his city.
President Trump and New York Mayor Mamdani held a second meeting in the Oval Office to discuss housing and immigration, signaling a growing partnership between the Republican president and the democratic socialist mayor.
In a New York park, visitors started throwing pieces of ice and stones at police officers instead of snowballs.
A snowball fight in New York City led to officers being injured, prompting the NYPD to search for four individuals and drawing criticism from the police commissioner, putting Mayor Mamdani at odds with the department.
What began as a public snowball fight in Manhattan escalated into a dispute between Mayor Mamdani and Police Chief Jessica Tish, with the chief considering an investigation into alleged assault on officers.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani ordered the shutdown of the city's entire traffic network from Sunday evening to midday Monday, stating, 'New York City has not faced a storm of this scale in the last decade.' Po
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a temporary travel ban in anticipation of a severe snowstorm expected to hit the city.
Mayor Mamdani's proposal to increase property taxes has sparked anger among homeowners in Queens.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed tax plan targeting wealthy residents is drawing criticism, with some warning of 'catastrophic' economic consequences.
New York City is facing a looming deficit that could curb the ambitions of Mayor Mamdani.