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Pro-Palestinian protesters ‘sure’ to disrupt NYE ball drop, NYC mayor says

The mayor said there have been nearly 500 protests in New York City since the Israel-Hamas war began on October 7.

Greek antiquities valued at $3.7 million recovered from New York smugglers

Several of the most notable pieces are thousands of years old.

Alec Baldwin clashes with pro-Palestinian protesters

In an online video, Alec Baldwin appears to get into a heated argument with pro-Palestinian protesters, after which he is escorted away by the police following the incident.

NYC police tell Elisha Wiesel to put away Israeli flag at anti-Israel protest

Police made several arrests at the protest, which began at Grand Central Station and continued onto Penn Station, stopping along the way at Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Michael Cayre leads Moonlight Gala, raises $10m. for victims of October 7

The gala, which successfully raised about 10 million dollars, was held last week at the luxurious Casa Cipriani, a property owned by the Cayre family.

Suspect charged with hate crimes for allegedly attacking Israeli near Times Square

The suspect was charged with stalking in the first degree as a hate crime; assault in the third degree as a hate crime; and stalking in the third degree as a hate crime.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
06/12/2023

Officials defend students who targeted pro-Israel teacher at Queens high school

“So many of the students who were running or jumping had no idea what was even going on. They were doing what 14 and 15-year-olds do,” Banks said.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
30/11/2023

‘Riot’ in Queens high school as anti-Israel students threaten, mob Jewish teacher

More than two dozen police officers rushed the teacher into an empty office and locked the door, at which point a student mob gathered outside and tried to force its way in.

Sen. Chuck Schumer makes his Broadway debut

In a one-minute-long video posted to his Instagram account, Schumer pops up from the crowd to uproarious applause.

By JULIA GERGELY/JTA
24/11/2023

Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade

New York Mayor Eric Adams, when asked about protests that may unfold during the parade, told reporters the city respected free-speech rights but would not tolerate any disruption.

23/11/2023
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