New York

Police question boy, 13, for sneaking onto NY-bound flight

The boy managed to bypass security and board an El Al flight bound for New York without a passport or boarding pass. 

An El Al plane in Ben Gurion Airport
The yellow and black flag of Palestinian Islamic Jihad seen during a pro-Palestinian protest in New York City, October 7, 2025.

Hamas, PIJ flags waved at NYC October 7 massacre anniversary march

NEW YORK CITY mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks to the media while campaigning earlier this month.

Mamdani: 'Netanyahu launched a genocidal war in wake of October 7'

NYC democratic mayoral candidates Andrew Cuomo (L) and Zohran Mamdani against backdrop of pro-Palestinian protesters. (illustration)

Cuomo calls on Mamdani to condemn the phrase ‘Globalize the Intifada’ ahead of Oct. 7


NYC synagogue hosts Catholic archbishop, Sandy Koufax jersey, marking 60-year US Jewry milestones

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove surprised his New York congregation on Yom Kippur with Sandy Koufax’s jersey and a visit from Archbishop Timothy Dolan.

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove, left, and Archbishop Timothy Dolan speak during Park Avenue Synagogue's Yom Kippur services in New York City, Oct. 2, 2023.

Amid deal optimism, hostage families rally in Jerusalem, New York to demand immediate release

Families and survivors in Jerusalem and New York marked two years since the October 7 massacre, urging the release of 48 hostages still held in Gaza and expressing hope for a breakthrough deal.

Hostage families, activists protest at the Prime Minister's Residence in Jerusalem, October 5, 2025.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to more than 4 years in prison over prostitution conviction

The American rapper was convicted on two counts of arranging for paid male escorts to travel across state lines to take part in drug-fueled sexual performances.

JULY 2: King Combs departs federal court after verdicts were announced during Sean Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial at Manhattan Federal Court on July 2, 2025 in New York City. Combs has been acquitted of the most serious charges in his case, but was convicted on two counts of transport

Gary Shteyngart reflects on his botched bris in a new short film

Told with humor, sensitivity, and pain, the 20-minute film — shot almost entirely in black and white — is directed by Dana Ben-Ari.

Author Gary Shteyngart holds a cucumber in the short documentary "The Man Who Got Cut Wrong."

New York becomes latest experiment in subsidies for Jewish day school tuition

The UJA Federation of New York has started a three-year $15 million pilot fund to help cover Jewish day school tuition in New York City, Westchester, and Long Island.

A classroom at the Darchei Torah Boys School in Far Rockaway, Queens, New York on May 16, 2018

New York Mayor Adams drops re-election bid, leaving Cuomo and Mamdani as frontrunners

The NYC mayoral election will likely go between Zohran Mamdani and former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.

 New York City Mayor Eric Adams addresses reporters at a Feb. 2025 press conference.

Moshe Haimoff: From New York’s haredi community to the king of luxury watches

Although Moshe Haimoff left the haredi community, during his journey he never abandoned Hashem, crediting God for his success.

Moshe Haimoff, the watch king.

From walkouts to warm embraces: Netanyahu's post-UN pivot to friendly audiences - analysis

At two private events in New York, Prime Minister Netanyahu gathered friendly faces to discuss fighting for Israel, but the Prime Minister faces remarkably different rhetoric from critics at home.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with pro-Israel American influencers at the Israel Consulate of New York.

Why New York Jews are voting for Mamdani - opinion

Zohran Mamdani is a self-described socialist who has built his political brand by opposing Israel, refusing to condemn terrorism, and advancing policies that threaten public order.

NEW YORK CITY mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks to the media while campaigning earlier this month.

Trump administration official harassed at UN during General Assembly - report

A female staffer reported being verbally harassed and followed into the restroom.

U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump ride an escalator as they arrive to attend the 80th United Nations General Assembly, in New York City, New York, U.S., September 23, 2025

Manhattan synagogue says it won’t host Mamdani on Yom Kippur

New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani was spotted attending Rosh Hashanah services, but may not be welcomed for upcoming Yom Kippur services.

A mayoral candidate forum hosted by B’nai Jeshurun, Congregation Beth Elohim, Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, and New York Jewish Agenda on June 8. (Screenshot)