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In New York, a Mexican Navy sailing ship collided with the Brooklyn Bridge. There were over 200 passengers on board. Several crew members were seriously injured in the incident. A rescue operation is currently underway at the scene.
Hadi Matar, who attacked Salman Rushdie with a knife in 2022, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. The writer lost an eye and is experiencing nightmares after the attack.
A large-scale strike of New Jersey Transit machinists has led to the shutdown of rail service between New Jersey and New York. About 350,000 passengers are looking for alternative routes.
Justin Bieber was on the verge of bankruptcy in 2022. He had to sell his music catalog for $200 million, despite his manager's advice to wait.
Barbara Corcoran sold her Manhattan penthouse for $12 million a day after the announcement. The reason for the sale was the move to an apartment without stairs.
ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan is accused of sexually harassing an assistant. The incident is being investigated, Khan's lawyers deny the allegations.
Tom Cruise spent over $11,000 to fly his girlfriend Ana de Armas to London's Heathrow Airport by private helicopter. The actor was eager to show Ana how well he could treat her.
Rapper A$AP Rocky has confirmed that the name of his third child, whom he is expecting with Rihanna, will also begin with the letter "R", like the names of their older children – RZA and Riot Rose.
According to the study, 25 of the 28 largest US cities are sinking, especially Houston, New York, and Chicago. This threatens infrastructure and increases flooding, endangering 34 million people.
The Met Gala 2025 took place in New York, dedicated to the exhibition "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style". Rihanna announced her third pregnancy.
Aleksandar Vučić canceled meetings and returned to Serbia after consulting with doctors in Florida. Meanwhile, Slovak Prime Minister Fico has also canceled his work schedule.
Hailey Bieber attended an event in New York after accusations of copying Selena Gomez. The model chose a Tiffany Blue satin dress, which she complemented with accessories.
Singer Katy Perry confessed that she feels "beaten and depressed" due to the negative public reaction to her recent space trip. However, she received strong support from fans ahead of her upcoming world tour.
In 2024, low-budget horror films became the most profitable, topping the Deadline rating. Among the leaders: "A Quiet Place: Day One", "Nosferatu" and "Smile 2".
April 30 is Walpurgis Night with pagan roots, Border Guard Day, International Noise Awareness Day, and other events. The memory of the Holy Apostle James is honored.
George Santos sentenced for forging resume and stealing data to finance campaign. He must pay $373,000 in compensation.
Actress Blake Lively attended the Time100 Gala in a luxurious fuchsia Zuhair Murad dress, complementing the look with jewelry. She was accompanied by her husband, Ryan Reynolds.
Meghan Markle reported that her son Archie will soon lose a tooth, just like Prince Louis in a photo published by Kate. Megan was also accused of copying the style of Kate's children.
In the first quarter of 2025, 111 luxury homes worth $1. 9 billion were sold in Dubai. Analysts fear that global instability may affect the market.
In New York's Times Square, Tunde Onakoya and Shawn Martinez set a new world record by playing chess for 64 hours straight. The event entered the Guinness Book of Records.
On Saturday, April 19, mass protests against the administration of President Donald Trump began in US cities. People spoke out against civil rights violations, attempts to deport immigrants, and cuts to the federal government.
The Trump Towers project is expanding in India. A second 51-story Trump Residences Gurgaon tower with 298 apartments will be built in Gurgaon, bringing in 35 billion rupees in revenue.
In Lebanon, the film "Snow White" was banned due to the participation of Israeli actress Gal Gadot in it. Previously, the film "Captain America" was banned for the same reason.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial begins in New York. He is accused of forced oral sex in 2006, he pleads not guilty.
In London, the new Kidbrooke Village development has become a thriving ecosystem for people and wildlife. Through collaboration with environmentalists, developers have created a harmonious environment.
Tourism in Europe is leading to a housing shortage, displacing locals. In Italy, Portugal, and Spain, city residents are protesting to ban Airbnb-like rental platforms.
A helicopter crash occurred over the Hudson River in the USA. Among the victims are Agustin Escobar, head of Siemens in Spain, his wife, three children and the pilot of the charter flight.
A helicopter crashed into the Hudson River in Lower Manhattan, killing six people, officials said.
In New York, rent has increased due to Trump's tariff policy, reaching $4,495 in March, 10% higher than last year. Uncertainty is forcing people to postpone buying homes.
Lars Klingbeil, the future German finance minister, witnessed the 9/11 terrorist attack while interning in Manhattan. This experience is important for financing the rearmament of the German army.