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In 2010, New York spread 2 million tons of clean soil over a former landfill. 7 years later, the site reopened as a 258-acre park with wetlands, woodlands, ponds and trails- Vikas Khanna was once homeless, with just $3 in his pocket. However, it was after establishing Michelin-starred restaurant, he felt empty: ‘It broke my heart…’
- In 1995, Bette Midler founded 1 nonprofit, NYRP to restore neglected parks across New York. 30 years later, it had planted 200,000+ trees and renovated 300+ green spaces
- The 9/11 dust is still making people ill: Ground Zero cancer cases up 75% in three years, more than 57,000 diagnosedCancer diagnoses among Ground Zero exposed individuals have risen sharply. Northwell Health reported a seventy-five percent increase in cer...09 Sep, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
- In 1664, Dutch surrendered New Amsterdam to British, who renamed it New York, over 360 years later home to Wall Street plays the most important role as U.S. celebrates 250th anniversary of America's declaration of independence from British ruleNew York's strategic location was one reason control of the settlement mattered so greatly. Its harbor offered exceptional opportunities fo...08 Sep, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
- How to turn the light off and keep it onSome places are intentionally becoming unattractive to deter unwanted migrants. This strategy aims to keep out certain groups while welcomi...29 Aug, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
- In 1963, New York abandoned an island where Typhoid Mary had been quarantined; 63 years later, 25 decaying buildings remain closed to the publicNorth Brother Island ultimately stands as one of New York City’s most unusual historical landscapes because its ruins tell several stories ...27 Aug, 2026, 01.44 AM IST
- From 2007 to 2015, New York City planted one million trees across its five boroughs, a $400 million campaign to widen the shade canopy and cool streets baking under urban heatNew York City's MillionTreesNYC initiative planted one million trees between 2007 and 2015. This project aimed to cool neighborhoods and im...26 Jul, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
- Raccoon Jimothy goes viral: Meet the oddly shaped viral Seattle raccoon with a spine deformity who has captured millions of hearts and become the internet's newest wildlife sensationRaccoon Jimothy: A Seattle raccoon named Jimothy became an internet sensation after a short video surfaced online. His unusual appearance, ...22 Jul, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
- Meet Hulda Crooks, the Canadian-born 'Grandma Whitney' who climbed Mount Fuji at 91, conquered Mount Whitney 23 times and had a mountain named after herHulda Crooks, a Canadian-born American mountaineer, achieved extraordinary climbing feats in her nineties. Crooks climbed Mount Whitney 23 ...22 Jul, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
- Earth Day 2026: Events to attend in New York City this weekendNew York City is buzzing with Earth Day activities throughout April. This weekend, residents can participate in tree planting at Idlewild P...22 Apr, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
- New York comes to a standstill as blizzard grinds city, dumps feet of snow—here's what you need to knowA powerful blizzard has brought New York City and Long Island to a standstill, dumping feet of snow and triggering states of emergency. Tra...23 Feb, 2026, 08.26 PM IST
- NYC Marathon tracker 2025: When and where to watch live — Start time, race schedule, traffic diversions and street closuresNYC Marathon Tracker: For those not attending the race in person, several viewing options are available. The NYC Marathon 2025 will be tele...02 Nov, 2025, 10.37 PM IST
- NYC Dominican Day Parade 2025: Date, start time, route map, notable attendees, street closures, safety measures and weather forecastNYC Dominican Day Parade 2025’s date, start time, route map, notable attendees, street closures, safety measures and weather forecast is he...10 Aug, 2025, 09.38 PM IST
- NYC flood emergency: mayor declares Local State of Emergency as torrential rains submerge subways and streetsNew York City and New Jersey are under states of emergency following severe flooding caused by torrential rainfall. Subway service disrupti...01 Aug, 2025, 07.38 AM IST
- NYC shooting: Blackstone executive killed by suspect Shane Tamura - here are the detailsBlackstone executive killed by Shane Tamura during NYC Shooting: A tragic shooting at 345 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan resulted in five...29 Jul, 2025, 06.01 PM IST
- Shane Tamura NYC Shooting: Why did the 27-year-old kill four people in Manhattan — motive found in suicide note?Manhattan shooting: As New York reels from the violence, vigils are expected to be held for the victims in the coming days. Tamura’s story,...29 Jul, 2025, 05.54 PM IST
- ‘Felt like a war zone’: How eyewitnesses reacted when Shane Tamura opened fire in NYC skyscraper, killing five at 345 Park AvenueA gunman identified as Shane Tamura opened fire at 345 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, killing five people, including a police officer, b...29 Jul, 2025, 09.35 AM IST
- NYC’s Rockaway Beach Park closed after shark bite incident. See what happenedRockaway Beach Park is closed for swimming and surfing after a woman was reportedly bitten by a shark near the Queens, New York beach. The ...09 Aug, 2023, 02.02 AM IST
- New York's a city where nostalgia is tangible: Josy Paul, Chairman, BBDO IndiaStanding in front of The Dakota, the building where John Lennon lived and died. And if you have a fascination for the random, then NYC is t...04 Apr, 2014, 04.38 PM IST
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