New York

New York is a state within the United States and is one of the original 13 colonies that formed the country following the American Revolution. Nicknamed "The Empire State," New York is the 27th largest state by area and the fourth largest by population. It is also the third most economically prosperous state by GDP, behind only California and Texas. Its capital city is Albany and its largest city is New York City, which is also the largest city in the US. 

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Mother, two daughters killed by driver with suspended license in Brooklyn's Jewish area

"This was a tragedy of Shakespearean proportions," said Mayor Adams.

Manischewitz launches first-ever 'Deli on Wheels' in New York and New Jersey

Despite the rebranding, the Manischewitz food truck will not serve the famous Manischewitz wine, as the name is licensed to another wine manufacturer.

CONNECT WITH them. Students walk outside the Library of Columbia University in New York.

Columbia faculty groups sue Trump administration over funding cuts, academic demands

Columbia University faculty groups sued the Trump administration over its effort to force the university to tighten rules on campus protests.

By REUTERS
25/03/2025

Arkia launches business class on Tel Aviv–New York route

Israel’s second-largest airline expands international operations with new premium service.

Pro-Palestinian student and permanent US resident sues to halt deportation

Columbia University student faces permanent exile after years of legal residency, raising concerns about free speech and immigration policy.

By REUTERS
25/03/2025
  Tourists taking selfies in Times Square at night, surrounded by bright billboards, traffic, and vi

Some Europeans reconsider trips to US in protest against Trump

Brask is one of a number of Danes, Germans and more broadly Europeans who are reconsidering travel plans as a result of Trump's actions, according to five travel agents across the continent.

By REUTERS
24/03/2025

Yeshiva University recognizes LGBTQ student club, reversing a longtime ban

After years of legal battles, the Modern Orthodox flagship has approved "Hareni," a new LGBTQ club.

By BEN SALES/JTA
21/03/2025

Three more New York City yeshivas lose status and funding over secular education standards

The schools will lose their legal status and will not receive any public funding for meals, transportation, textbooks orother programs after June 30.

By ASAF ELIA-SHALEV/JTA
21/03/2025

Jury convicts men after foiled Iran-funded assassination attempt of journalist

Prosecutors said Rafat Amirov and Polad Omarov were to be paid $500,000 by Iran for the assassination.

 Franklin invited Israeli founders to stand beside him as he rang the New York Stock Exchange's open

The Israeli entrepreneur who changed New York’s tech landscape with his visionary initiative

'Israeli Mapped in NY' has emerged as a vital startup hub, with Guy Franklin leading the charge for new Israeli venture entrepreneurs.

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