Disney reaches deal to bring its characters to OpenAI's Sora video tool
Users will be able to make short-form content using characters from Disney, Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars.
Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
NJ Transit delays due to Amtrak wire issues: Latest
NJ Transit riders face up to 15-minute delays and Midtown Direct trains are being diverted to Hoboken because of Amtrak overhead wire issues near Secaucus.
3 civilians, 3 firefighters injured in Upper West Side fire
Officials say the fire began on the top floor of 201 West 107th Street, between Amsterdam Avenue, after a call came in at 8:20 a.m.
Jimmy Kimmel signs contract extension with ABC
Months after being suspended from going on air, Jimmy Kimmel has landed a deal to keep him with ABC through at least May 2027.
NYC went 12 days without a homicide, tying record: NYPD
One dozen days passed in New York City without a homicide, tying the record for the longest stretch without a homicide in the city's recorded history, according to the NYPD.
What the world searched on Google in 2025: Trends, tech and tragedy
Google’s top trending searches of 2025 reveal a year shaped by political shock, pop-culture sensations and major tech news.
How to navigate the F and M train swap and new route map
The MTA said the swap will reduce the number of track merges that cause slowdowns when multiple lines share tracks. Here's a map.
Amazon shoppers warned to stop using these products immediately due to safety risks
The recalled items include power banks linked to fires as well as children's toys that pose choking risks.
Hawaii sues TikTok parent company ByteDance, claims app harms children
Hawaii claims that ByteDance designed TikTok to manipulate dopamine production, similar to gambling industry tactics.
F and M trains swap routes starting Monday: What you need to know
Starting Monday, your commute between Manhattan and Queens may look a little different.
NYU student attacked: Man with 16 priors arrested, police say
An NYU student’s viral TikToks detailing a street assault led to the arrest of a 45-year-old man, who police say has at least 16 prior arrests.
Starbucks pays $38M in largest worker protection settlement in NYC history
Starbucks will pay over $35 million to over 15,000 New York City employees to settle claims that the company denied them stable schedules.
Man set on fire near Times Square subway station, police say
When officers arrived, they found a 55-year-old man on the 1/2/3 platform with burns on his legs.
Amazon issues scam warning to millions of customers. What we know
The retail giant is advising consumers of what to be aware of while shopping during the holiday weekend.
FDNY commissioner explains why he’s leaving as Mamdani asks 170+ people to resign: report
Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani has requested resignations from 179 Adams staffers and raised more than $2 million from 25,000 donors to accelerate his transition ahead of Jan. 1.
Amazon Prime $2.5 billion settlement: Here's how to claim a refund
The tech company has started sending payments to eligible customers to receive a portion of the settlement. Here’s what you need to know.
Fire tears through Santiago’s Beer Garden in Harlem
The fire intensified rapidly, prompting a second alarm at 6:10 p.m., a third at 6:17 p.m., and a fourth at 6:52 p.m. officials said.
Disney unveils plans for new $5 million park coming to California next year
The park will be revitalized by Disney’s Imagineers and is anticipated to reopen in 2026 with a new community center and an enhanced playground.
Target Q3 profits slide as holiday season approaches
Target’s third-quarter profits fell sharply as the Minnesota-based company is struggling to bring in shoppers ahead of the holiday season.