Stories from New York · United States

New train schedules will take effect on May 11, 2026. Changes include summer service options for the Long Beach, Montauk, and Ronkonkoma branches starting May 18. Midday weekday departure times have been adjusted to accommodate station accessibility projects and train maintenance. Rush hour service remains unchanged.

A shooting at a deli in the East Village resulted in one death and one injury late on April 26. The incident occurred shortly after 11:30 PM. Local authorities are investigating the circumstances of the shooting. No suspect information was provided.

A BMO Financial Group survey indicates that rising costs are impacting social habits among Americans. Half of the surveyed adults report going on fewer dates or opting for less expensive activities. The study, which polled over 2,500 adults between late December and January, found that nearly 50% of Gen Z adults and 40% of Millennials are affected. The findings are part of the BMO Real Financial Progress Index for 2026. Nearly 50% of Gen Z adults and 40% of millennials stated that dating prices impact their financial goals. The report identifies a trend termed 'dateflation' driven by inflationary pressures. The report identifies 'dateflation' as a result of inflation and stagflation. The survey findings were discussed by Rob Martier.

The Onion reached a new deal on Monday to take over Alex Jones' media platform, Infowars. The acquisition follows recent developments regarding the media personality's assets. No specific purchase price or terms were disclosed in the report.

She is the first French creator to receive an invitation to the event. The gala is described as a highly selective global event for prominent celebrities. The announcement was made by reporters Melle-Odi Pépin and Raphaël Rasson.

The role of United Nations Secretary-General is becoming increasingly difficult due to permanent members not adhering to international law or established protocols. This challenge follows eight decades of established international rules that are currently being ignored by certain powers. Potential candidates for the UN Secretary-General position are seeing a decline in numbers. Observers suggest the role is currently viewed as nearly impossible to execute effectively. This difficulty in attracting talent may impact the future leadership of the United Nations. There is an expectation that the next candidate may be a citizen from Latin America or the Caribbean. This rotation is intended to maintain balance within the secretariat.

The decision follows a period of negotiation regarding the future of the media entities. The merger aims to create a new entity to compete in the evolving digital and technology markets. Analysts note the necessity of such moves to avoid being displaced by rapid innovations like those seen with OpenAI. Shareholders of Warner Bros Discovery have approved a merger with Paramount Skydance by a large majority. The deal enters a declining US media market and faces scrutiny from authorities regarding potential ties to the Donald Trump administration. Hollywood professionals, including writers, directors, and actors, have expressed resistance to the merger. These groups cite concerns over job losses and increased production costs. The merger occurs amidst a declining media market in the United States.

Meta is planning to lay off 10 percent of its workforce. The plan was detailed in a memo first reported by Bloomberg. No specific timeline or reason for the reduction was provided in the report.

New research from the American Heart Association suggests that light to moderate intensity exercise may provide benefits that outweigh risks for children with heart conditions. The study indicates that regular monitoring of heart conditions can allow these children to maintain physical fitness and quality of life. This finding differs from previous studies that discouraged physical activity due to fears of worsening heart function or sudden cardiac death. Officials state these findings support maintaining fitness levels in this demographic.

The New York Stock Exchange's parent company recently invested $600 million in Polymarket. The platform is currently working to establish an international platform within the United States. The US-based operation is currently in beta mode. This development follows a period where certain market segments have doubled or tripled in value over the last six to eight months.