Mamdani became New York's first Muslim mayor, taking the oath of office on January 1. He used the Quran for the ceremony, a first in the city's history.
The United Nations has approved a 7% budget cut to $3. 45 billion for 2026, which is $270 million less than the current budget. This decision is due to a financial crisis caused by US debt and involves cutting 2,900 positions.
He was known for his roles in the series “The Wire,” “Veep,” “Your Honor,” and “Atlanta. ”
New Year on the planet lasts almost a day, starting from the Line Islands in the Pacific Ocean and ending in Samoa. Find out the exact time of the 2026 New Year celebration in different countries of the world according to Kyiv time.
George Clooney, his wife Amal, and their two children have been granted French citizenship, confirmed by an official decree. The actor previously expressed his admiration for French privacy laws, which protect his family from paparazzi.
President Donald Trump said the United States struck a "large target" in Venezuela as part of a campaign against alleged drug trafficking operations.
On December 27 and 28, severe snowstorms swept across the US and a number of European countries, leading to fatalities in Sweden and thousands of flight delays in the United States. Storm Johannes left hundreds of thousands of people without power in Scandinavia, and 11 centimeters of snow fell in New York.
A storm warning has been issued in New York due to expected precipitation of up to 28 centimeters, leading to the cancellation of 886 flights at three airports. On the US West Coast, particularly in California, the storm has caused floods, destruction, and the deaths of at least three people.
Over 1,300 flights have been canceled in the US due to winter storm Devin, which has swept across the country during the peak post-holiday travel period. Airports in New York, Detroit, Philadelphia, and Boston have been most affected.
British monarch Charles greeted the world for Christmas; he did not mention specific countries in his speech, but he included the Ukrainian carol "Shchedryk" in the video sequence.
Mykola Leontovych's score of "Shchedryk" has been exhibited at New York's Carnegie Hall. This became possible after the facsimile was transferred to the Carnegie Hall archive.
The US government has extended the energy emergency for northeastern states until January 15. This decision is due to an industrial accident and the approaching powerful winter storm.
The US Department of Justice has found about a million new documents in the case of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which were handed over by federal prosecutors in New York. The release of these materials may take several weeks due to the need to protect victims and the significant volume of information.
Donald Trump commented for the first time on the release of Jeffrey Epstein's files, stating that the reputations of people who "innocently met" with the convicted pedophile could be harmed. He expressed sympathy for prominent Democrats who have once again come under scrutiny due to their ties to Epstein.
Pope Leo has appointed 13 new bishops in the US, 10 of whom have condemned the Trump administration's immigration policy. The Church's new line expands the concept of pro-life, equating humane treatment of immigrants with the protection of life from conception to death.
The global legal framework for nuclear arms control could face obstacles in 2026. On February 5, the bilateral treaty between the US and Russia, New START, expires, and in April, the Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) will take place in New York.
The US Justice Department has released thousands of new documents in the Jeffrey Epstein case, but CBS News found that at least 550 pages are completely redacted. These documents include photos of prominent people, images from his homes, and investigation reports detailing allegations against the late sex offender.
A selection of five iconic Christmas movies that create a special magic and atmosphere. Among them are "A Christmas Carol", "Elf", "Home Alone", "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" and "Die Hard".
Peter Greene, an actor known for films such as "Pulp Fiction" and "The Mask," has died at the age of 60.
UNN has compiled a top 10 legendary Christmas compositions that fill the holidays with warmth and festive mood. Among them are "Shchedryk", "Last Christmas" and "All I Want for Christmas Is You".
Rustem Umerov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, announced planned meetings in New York with the government's working group on recovery, development, and investment. A video conference of national security advisors also took place to discuss the peace plan.
The icy air that came to the US from Canada caused a sharp drop in temperature in the northeastern US, setting a new temperature record in New York. The minimum temperature dropped below 1 degree Celsius, breaking the 1942 record.
The price of silver surged to a record high, exceeding $54. 76 per ounce, driven by hopes of a US Federal Reserve rate cut and a supply shortage. The London silver market reported a severe supply deficit, impacting prices in Shanghai and New York.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in New York, where thousands of spectators watched giant balloons featuring Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man, as well as floats with Labubu. The event proceeded despite cool weather and strong winds reaching 40-48 km/h.
Black Friday 2025 in the US is expected to see a record number of shoppers, but their spending will decrease due to fewer good discounts and a general increase in the price of goods. Sales in November-December could exceed $1 trillion, but the growth rate will be lower than last year.
Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, granddaughter of US President John F. Kennedy, has announced a terminal form of blood cancer. She was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in May 2025, and doctors have given her less than a year to live.
A self-portrait by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo titled "El sueño (La cama)" was sold at Sotheby's auction in New York for $54. 7 million. This made it Kahlo's most expensive work and the most expensive piece of Latin American art in history.
A Paris court has temporarily banned the export of one of the world's first calculating machines, La Pascaline, developed by Blaise Pascal in 1642. Christie's halted the sale of the machine, estimated to be worth 2-3 million euros, due to doubts about the legality of the export permit.
US President Donald Trump signed a law ordering the disclosure of all documents related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. This law obliges the US Department of Justice to disclose all unclassified records and investigation materials related to Epstein.
The golden toilet "America" by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan was sold at a Sotheby's auction in New York for $12 million to an unknown buyer. The 18-karat gold art object, which functions as a regular toilet, satirizes excessive American wealth.
