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Mamdani in Puerto Rico for an annual conference of New York political insiders
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani made a triumphant trip to Puerto Rico on Thursday for an annual summit that brings New York politicians and lobbyists to sunny San Juan for strategy meetings, workshops and boozy confabs....
Shutdown forces 10% flight cuts at 40 airports, including New York, Washington and LA - Full List
Four major airports in New York City are likely to face flight delays and cancellations as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proceeds to reduce 10% of the United States' airline capacity. This comes as staff shortages continue to hamper...
What New York travelers can expect after FAA reduces capacity at 40 U.S. airports
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Airports in Chicago, Los Angeles and New York are among the 40 major hubs that will see flights reduced 10% starting Friday in response to air traffic controller staffing issues, according to a list distributed to airlines and...
First look at Qantas' long-haul jet to New York and London
Qantas has offered a first glimpse of its first, specially configured plane that will fly Australians non-stop to London and New York in 2027. The A350-1000ULR is on the Airbus assembly line in Toulouse, France with its fuselage sections, wings...
Qantas A350-1000ULR nears completion at Airbus facility for Australia’s non-stop flights to London and New York
The Qantas aircraft designed to operate the world’s longest commercial flights is now on the Airbus assembly line in Toulouse, marking a key milestone for the airline’s plans to fly non-stop from Australia to London and New York. Images released...
Report: Private Jet Bookings Out of New York City Surge Post-Mamdani Mayoral Victory
Wealthy New Yorkers aren’t waiting around to see how the city’s new political direction plays out. In the 36 hours following Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral victory, private jet booking platform Virtual Hangar reported a 42% spike in flight requests from...
EXCLUSIVE: Why Republicans Dominated In This New York Suburb As The Rest Of The Country Went Blue
Republicans had a big night in a large, suburban county bordering New York City — while the party suffered crushing defeats in other parts of the United States. Republican Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, who had the endorsement of...
Stefanik to launch bid Friday to be New York’s next governor, sources say
Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-Schuylerville) is set to launch a 2026 campaign for New York governor, according to three sources with knowledge of her decision. Her entrance to the race sets the stage for one of President Donald Trump’s top allies in the...
US Shutdown Forces Flight Cuts Ahead Of Thanksgiving; New York, Chicago, LA Brace For Biggest Hit
Passengers flying out of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and 37 other major US airports should brace for widespread delays and cancellations starting Friday, as the government shutdown continues to disrupt the nation’s air travel network,...
‘Perfect Glow’ takes K-beauty to New York in bold reality challenge
TvN is launching a new reality show that follows Korean beauty professionals as they attempt to introduce K-beauty techniques to clients in New York. The network held an online press conference Thursday for “Perfect Glow,” with cast members Park...
Alison Roman is cooking: the New York food writer turning turmoil into triumph
Photographs Manuel Vazquez At the beginning of 2020, the New York Times published a recipe by the chef and food writer Alison Roman titled “Caramelised Shallot Pasta”, alongside an accompanying video. “I care about you,” Roman, then 34, said to...
Election of Zohan Mamdani as New York Mayor sends shock waves through the US ruling class!
THE election of Zohan Mamdani as mayor of New York City on Tuesday has sent a massive shock wave throughout the administration of President Donald Trump and the entire US ruling class. 34-year-old Mamdani came from nowhere to win an overwhelming...
Qantas releases images of ultra long range Airbus that will fly non-stop from Sydney to London and New York
Qantas has released the “first images” of its specially configured plane that will fly Australians non-stop from Sydney to London and New York from 2027. The A350-1000ULR is on the Airbus assembly line in Toulouse, France, with its fuselage...
All Three New York City Airports Impacted By 'Flight Reductions'
If you have travel plans in the near future, and your flights are booked at LaGuardia, JFK or Newark airports, you may want to read closely, stay on top of your flight info, and watch your email for any changes. Experts are saying 'monitor your...
See the Northern Lights Over New York Tonight, Here Are the Best Spots
There is nothing quite like witnessing an early morning sunrise or a late afternoon sunset. From the orange and red skies of summer to the piercing blue and pink shades of autumn could anything match its magic? Perhaps the Northern Lights. On...
Escape From New York: Home Demand Explodes In Florida After Mamdani Victory
A Florida real estate agent says the rumors are true: wealthy New Yorkers are already fleeing the city in droves following the election of Zohran Mamdani to the office of mayor on Tuesday. Kourtney Pulitzer, a Sotheby’s International Realty agent...
What Mamdani’s win means for New York City’s food scene
Andrea Strong (BBC) – By building much of his campaign on food and championing “hidden gems” in lesser-known parts of the city, NYC’s new mayor is changing how New Yorkers and travellers eat. Zohran Mamdani’s historic win in New York City’s...
NYC Employers Face New Obligations As City Council Changes Sick/Safe Leave and Pay Data Reporting Requirements
New York City employers should heed two important new legislative developments coming out of City Council. First, the City amended its Earned Sick and Safe Time Act (ESSTA) and its Temporary Schedule Change Act (“TSCA”) to establish a new unpaid...
Travelers scramble as more than 760 U.S. flights canceled over federal order U.S. airlines began canceling hundreds of flights Thursday due to the Federal Aviation Administration's order to reduce traffic at the country's busiest airports because of…
U.S. airlines began canceling hundreds of flights Thursday due to the Federal Aviation Administration’s order to reduce traffic at the country’s busiest airports starting Friday because of the government shutdown. More than 760 planned Friday...
Travelers brace for major disruptions as FAA cuts air traffic amid shutdown
Amna Nawaz: The Federal Aviation Administration laid out a plan today to cut as much as 10 percent of flights operating out of 40 major airports, starting at a lower-level tomorrow and ramping up over the coming week. Today, airlines already...