New York, Washington calls for ceasefire

In Washington and New York, multiple rallies drew large crowds calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war

STARBUCKS WORKERS AT HUNDREDS OF U.S.STORES STRIKE ON RED CUP DAY

Starbucks workers, represented by the labor union Workers United, go on strike on super busy day for company, asking for better working conditions

Starbucks workers on strike on Red Cup day

Starbucks workers, represented by the labor union Workers United, go on strike on super busy day for company, asking for better working conditions

Turkish economic leaders forge global ties

Turkish Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Simsek and Central Bank of Turkiye (TCMB) Governor Hafize Gaye Erkan, are set to participate in an upcoming investors’ meeting organized by JPMorgan Chase & Co. The event is scheduled to take place in New York during the second week of January.

JEWISH NEW YORKERS DEMAND ISRAEL TO HALT ATTACKS ON GAZA IN FRONT OF STATUE OF LIBERTY

As the death toll from Israel's attacks on Palestine surpasses 10,000, many Jewish groups around the world continue to call for a ceasefire. Hundreds of U.S. Jewish activists gathered in front of New York's Statue of Liberty on Monday to demand an immediate cease-fire and an end to Israel's "genocidal bombardment" of civilians in Gaza.

Jewish activists demand Gaza ceasefire in New York

As the death toll from Israel's attacks on Palestine surpasses 10,000, many Jewish groups around the world continue to call for a ceasefire. Hundreds of U.S. Jewish activists gathered in front of New York's Statue of Liberty on Monday to demand an immediate cease-fire and an end to Israel's "genocidal bombardment" of civilians in Gaza.

Tension in Middle East affected global markets

Tension in the Middle East affected global markets badly. October 9, 2023, the week started with a negative course in global markets with the uneasiness caused by the conflicts between Israel and Hamas. Europe stock exchange starts the week with a sales-heavy course.

President Biden faces US-Mexico border crisis

Hundreds of thousands of migrants coming across the United States (US)-Mexico border continue to put US President Joe Biden under pressure. Most of those caught illegally crossing the Mexican border are released and apply for asylum in immigration court.

Erdogan, Netanyahu face to face for first time

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who is in New York, United States of America (USA) as part of the 78th General Assembly of the United Nations (UNGA), met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Turkish House (Turkevi). The leaders met for the first time and discussed the political and economic relations between the two countries and the latest developments in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Diana's sweater sold for 1.1 million dollars

Princess Diana's famous jumper found a buyer for 1.14 million dollars at auction.

NYC's mayor says there is 'no more space' in the city

Mayor Adams said that as immigrants flooded into the city, New York reached full capacity and could not provide shelter and services to the new arrivals. Stating that there is no more room for immigrants, Adams suggested them to consider another city.

'Rat manager' appointed to New York

A rather unusual appointment took place in New York City, USA. The assignment made in the world's number one city, where rats are frequently seen, caused astonishment to everyone who saw it. New York Mayor Eric Adams announced that a responsible manager has been appointed to combat rats. In a 2014 study, it was reported that 2 million mice were seen in New York. New York Mayor Adams describes rats as "enemy #1."

Storms are wreaking havoc on the US

In California, the National Weather Service said winter storms will continue moving into the state through Wednesday after residents got a brief break from severe weather Sunday.

420 tons of aid from USA

Türkiye's Ambassador to Washington Hasan Murat Mercan and New York Consul General Reyhan Ozgur send the Turkon Line "Nevzat Kalkavan" ship, which will carry 420 tons of relief materials to the quake-hit area, from Elizabeth Port, New Jersey. The ship is expected to reach Mersin Port in 20 days.

Trump approved strikes on Iran but pulled back: report

'As late as 7 p.m., military and diplomatic officials were expecting a strike,' New York Times reports

NY attack suspect's family 'outraged' by police actions

The family of the 27-year-old suspect in a New York bombing said late Monday they are "outraged" by the police response following the attack.

1 dead after car plows into Times Square crowd

At least one person was killed Thursday when a speeding vehicle struck a group of pedestrians in the heart of New York City.

Abdullah Gul arrives in New York to attend UN General Assembly

Turkish President Abdullah Gul on Friday arrived in New York to attend the 68th session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly

Egemen Bagis, 'Do not relate protests with EU membership'

Turkey's EU Minister Egemen Bagis said he wrote New York Times that it was extremely wrong to relate protests with EU process