At LaGuardia, a plane collided with a vehicle during taxiing, seriously injuring four rescuers. The airport was temporarily closed due to the accident and bad weather.
Due to unpaid salaries, airport employees in the US are resigning en masse. Authorities plan to replace staff with inexperienced immigration agents.
Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese made her modeling debut at a show in New York. She became the first professional athlete to walk the brand's runway.
On March 9, 1959, the first Barbie doll in a swimsuit was introduced. The most expensive diamond-encrusted item was sold at auction for a record $302,500.
Police identified a device with nuts and a detonator that was thrown during protests. An 18-year-old suspect and his accomplice have been detained.
A New York court has found Asif Merchant guilty of plotting to assassinate US politicians on behalf of Iran. He faces life imprisonment for terrorism.
24 US states, including California and New York, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over new 10% import tariffs. They argue that the president is illegally using the Trade Act of 1974 to circumvent a Supreme Court decision.
US President Donald Trump has stated his readiness for negotiations with the new Iranian leadership after the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He noted that some Iranians who participated in previous negotiations are no longer alive.
The FBI is stepping up security measures and mobilizing intelligence teams due to the escalating conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran. In New York, round-the-clock surveillance has been established over pro-Iranian organizations, and special services are monitoring Hezbollah's activities.
Donald Trump expressed his conviction that he has the right to run for another term, citing widespread fraud during the 2020 elections. He believes he is "entitled" to claim an additional four years in power.
Nicolás Maduro's defense asks a New York court to drop charges due to the inability to pay for legal services. The U.S. Treasury Department is blocking funds that Venezuela is ready to provide for the defense.
Hillary Clinton told the House Oversight Committee that she had no information about Epstein's criminal activities. She never met him or visited his properties.
A powerful blizzard brought over 76 cm of snow to some areas of the northeastern US, paralyzing traffic. Thousands of homes were left without electricity, and about 7,400 flights were canceled.
Jennifer Lopez congratulated her children, Emme and Max, on their 18th birthday, recalling their birth on a snowy night on February 22, 2008. The star expressed boundless love and pride in their qualities.
Delta Airlines suspends operations at New York and Boston airports until Tuesday due to winter storm. Over 8,500 flights canceled, up to 50 cm of snow and zero visibility expected.
New York authorities declared a state of emergency, banning travel and canceling classes due to the approaching largest snowstorm since 2016. Up to 60 centimeters of snow are expected, requiring residents to stay home.
Willie Colón, the renowned trombonist and producer, has died at the age of 75 after being hospitalized due to respiratory complications. He was an architect of the New York salsa sound and left a significant mark on Latin American music.
The Belarusian delegation did not receive US visas to participate in the first meeting of President Donald Trump's Peace Council. The Belarusian Foreign Ministry expressed surprise at the failure to fulfill basic formalities.
Many world leaders and diplomats feared that Trump's new initiative was an attempt to overshadow the UN Security Council. But Trump tried to allay these fears, stating that the US would "work with the United Nations again and make it great again."
American actor Peter Greene, known for his roles in "The Mask" and "Pulp Fiction," died in December 2025 from an accidental gunshot wound. His body was found after acquaintances became concerned about his lack of contact.
The released documents indicate that Jeffrey Epstein sought to meet with Putin and established ties with the Russian elite. He used young Russian women and girls offered by modeling agencies and Russian criminals.
American actress Maya Hawke, daughter of Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke, married musician Christian Lee Hutson on February 14 in New York. The bride's parents and actors from the series "Stranger Things" were present at the ceremony.
Cuba is preparing for a shortage of aviation fuel, which will affect international flights, while Nicaragua has closed its borders to Cuban migrants. These events are taking place amid US pressure and an economic crisis on the island.
Argentine federal judge Sebastián Ramos has officially sent a request to the United States for the extradition of Nicolás Maduro. Argentina insists on a trial for mass repression and torture, despite US accusations of narco-terrorism.
New York is experiencing its longest period of extreme cold in decades, leading to 17 deaths since January 19. Most cases are related to hypothermia, and authorities are opening shelters and hospitalizing homeless people.
The UN Security Council will hold a special meeting on February 24, 2026, to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Great Britain will increase pressure on Russia and accelerate support for Ukraine.
Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify before a US House of Representatives committee in the Jeffrey Epstein case. This will allow them to avoid official charges of contempt of Congress.
Donald Trump has threatened to sue comedian Trevor Noah over a joke about him and Jeffrey Epstein at the Grammy Awards. Trump denies visiting Epstein's island and claims the accusations against him are unfounded.
20th Century Studios presented the trailer for the sequel to "The Devil Wears Prada", which will be released on May 1. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci return to their roles.
Donald Trump said he could make countries pay their dues to the UN if the organization asked him to. He declined to comment on whether the US would repay its debts to the UN.
