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Rockefeller Center to host fan village for 2026 World Cup
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The NY/NJ Host Committee and Telemundo announced that Rockefeller Center will serve as Manhattan's fan village for the 2026 FIFA World Cup from July 4 to July 19. This marks the second fan location in the New York City area, following Liberty State Park. The site will feature live match screenings, interactive soccer activities, and tributes to past World Cup champions.
Europe Surges Ahead in Tense Ryder Cup Day Two
In a day marked by intense competition and heated exchanges, Team Europe extended their lead over Team USA to seven points during the second day of the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. Key victories in foursomes and fourballs propelled the Europeans to a commanding 11-5 advantage, setting the stage for a dramatic final day. The bad-tempered atmosphere highlighted the high stakes of this biennial golf showdown, with players and captains navigating on-course tensions amid a raucous New York crowd.
Cuomo challenges Mamdani's record in New York mayoral debate
In the second New York City mayoral debate on Wednesday night, former Governor Andrew Cuomo sharply criticized front-runner Zohran Mamdani's lack of experience and legislative record. The clash highlighted divisions in the race among Democratic nominee Mamdani, independent Cuomo, and Republican Curtis Sliwa. Polls show Mamdani leading but vulnerable if anti-Mamdani votes consolidate.
Cuomo warns of socialism's dangers at New York mayoral forum
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo criticized Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani's socialist policies during a business forum, citing the failed Amazon headquarters deal as evidence of their risks. Speaking to business leaders, Cuomo argued that such approaches threaten the city's economy. The remarks came less than a month before Election Day.
Letitia James vows to fight Trump at Mamdani rally after indictment
New York Attorney General Letitia James made her first public appearance since her federal indictment at a rally for Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani on October 13, 2025. She rallied supporters in Washington Heights, vowing to continue battling President Donald Trump's policies despite the charges. The event highlighted Democratic unity ahead of the November 4 election.
New York AG Letitia James faces federal mortgage fraud indictment
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A federal grand jury in Virginia indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on October 9, 2025, for bank fraud and making false statements related to mortgage applications. NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani defended James the next day, calling the charges political retribution by the Trump administration. Conservatives on social media mocked James by resurfacing her past statements about no one being above the law.