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A North American river otter has been spotted in the Bronx River, marking the first time in over 100 years that the species has been seen in New York City. The sighting indicates a significant return for the river otter to the area.
Donald Trump's assertion that he would declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory has been met with a defiant response from Iran, which stated the strait "was and will remain Iranian." This comes amidst rising tensions and reports of attacks on Emirati oil tankers in the region.
Bloomberg featured a list of must-read baseball books, including 'Field of Dreams' and 'Bronx is Burning.' Separately, a Money Roundtable discussed how consumer slowdown and inflation are impacting midterm voters.
The second suspect in a fatal June 3 home invasion shooting in Milford, Connecticut, has been apprehended in the Bronx following a two-month investigation by U.S. Marshals, bringing arrests in the attack that rocked the beach town.
Wetzel’s Pretzels and Cold Stone Creamery are set to open a new co-branded store location in the Bronx, combining their offerings under one roof.
Around 100 runners, dressed as gang members, participated in an annual ultramarathon in the Bronx's Van Cortlandt Park, inspired by the cult 1979 film 'The Warriors'.
A union representing 12 nurses laid off by Montefiore hospital in the Bronx claims the company violated their recent contract by replacing them with AI, raising concerns about the quality of patient care.
The New York Yankees are experiencing increased tension in the Bronx following another loss, raising questions about which player is under the most pressure to improve.
Happy, an elephant who spent over 50 years in captivity at the Bronx Zoo, died on May 26, prompting reflection on animal rights and the ethics of keeping elephants in zoos.
A Bronx woman was arrested on hate crime charges after allegedly punching, kicking, and choking a woman on a New York City subway while yelling antisemitic slurs. The attack was reportedly caught on video.
A 38-year-old employee at the Bronx Zoo was injured when a crocodile bit him after he slipped while cleaning the animal's enclosure on Sunday afternoon.
A Bronx man has been convicted by federal prosecutors for running a clandestine Chinese police station in Manhattan, which was used to monitor dissidents. This conviction highlights concerns over foreign influence operations on US soil.
Despite its Danish-sounding name, Häagen-Dazs ice cream originates from the Bronx, and its name was invented and holds no meaning in Danish.
An opinion piece discusses a polygraph test involving 'Do Bronxs' and Dana White, highlighting that while such tests are scientifically unreliable, they often generate interesting content.
A large fire erupted in a building on East 187th Street in the Bronx on Tuesday afternoon, resulting in at least one fatality and multiple injuries.
A video of Barack Obama and Zohran Mamdani singing "Wheels On The Bus" with children at the Learning Through Play Pre-K Center in the South Bronx has gone viral.
The Bronx Zoo has announced the arrival of several new baby animals this spring, inviting visitors to see the new additions.
A woman residing in the Bronx is deeply worried about her health due to her apartment being overrun with rats. The infestation poses significant health risks and living challenges for her.
Remembering the heyday of the iconic — and sometimes notorious — Bronx roller rink
A fox clandestinely arrived in New York City aboard an English ship, surprising port officials. After traveling over five thousand kilometers, the animal is now healthy and residing at the Bronx Zoo.
UFC 326 did not go according to plan for Max Holloway. Despite entering his main event versus Charles Oliveira as a nearly 2-1 favorite, Holloway found very little success. Oliveira stormed out of the gate with hard calf kicks and heavy punches to set up the early takedown, and he never let up on the […]
A New York man, Juan Rivas, was arrested in the Bronx for allegedly stabbing his girlfriend to death and attacking her teenage son in their apartment.
Winter storm Hernando has swept across the northeastern USA in recent days. Life came to a standstill in many places.
The Bronx, NY-born musician was best known as a trombonist but was also a bandleader and producer who blended Puerto Rican music with jazz.
Larry Montes has been charged with federal hate crimes after allegedly attacking congregants during a Shabbat service in Manhattan. Federal authorities state that Montes admitted his motive in a recorded interview.
A Bronx man was arrested and charged with hate crimes after allegedly disrupting Shabbat services at a New York City synagogue. He faces charges including assault and hate crimes for his actions.
John Carro, a jurist who rose to the New York State appellate court, has died at 98. Decades before his judicial career, he served as a probation officer who attempted to assist a teenage Lee Harvey Oswald in the Bronx.
A New York state police department fired its deputy commissioner after she was accused of acting as a getaway driver for her son in an alleged attempted murder outside a Bronx court.
A 65-year-old Italian man has denied charges of double murder in Aigio, Greece, claiming the incident was a family tragedy. He is accused of killing two people, with his brother stating he 'wouldn't hurt a fly'.
Excitement is growing for the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, with discussions focusing on player records, team strategies, and the potential impact on Lionel Messi's future. Preparations for the match are underway, including pitch readiness and logistical arrangements.
The Bronx Documentary Center is presenting the ninth Latin American Foto Festival in New York, featuring photographers who explore social, environmental, and political issues through their work.
A 25-year-old bull rider was violently trampled during a rodeo in the Bronx, New York City, on Sunday night, sustaining injuries that required emergency medical attention.
An NYPD officer shot a driver who allegedly struck multiple police officers while attempting to flee in a stolen Kia Sportage in the Bronx.
Four members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua have pleaded guilty to the murder of two unarmed American citizens in a Bronx street shooting that occurred in May 2024.
The Gledališče Koper – Teatra Kapodistrija is set to perform two of its productions, 'The Indian Wants the Bronx' and a new version of 'Pinocchio,' in Belgrade. The performances will take place at the 'Duško Radović' Little Theatre over two evenings.
Residents of an apartment building in the Bronx, New York, are reportedly terrorized by a 'neighbor from hell' who allegedly appears in women's clothing, brandishes weapons, and engaged in disturbing acts.
An article explores the origins and history behind the famous "Bronx Bombers" nickname, often associated with the New York Yankees baseball team.
Parents in a Bronx neighborhood are appealing for increased NYPD presence and guards, expressing concern over public safety following council member Mamdani's decision to cut police staffing and halt new hires.
Former U.S. President Barack Obama made an appearance at a kindergarten in the Bronx alongside New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, where they read books and sang with the children.
Barack and Michelle Obama's production company, Higher Ground, is reportedly leaving Netflix to operate independently. This move comes as their eight-year deal with the streaming giant concludes.
In his farewell speech to the US Congress on December 18, 2020, former Representative Eliot Engel recounted one of his favorite stories: a visit from Harry Bajraktari to his Bronx office when Engel was a new congressman. The article frames this as a lesson for Albanian lobbying.
Liz Murray's inspiring story details her path from being homeless in the Bronx at 15 to graduating from Harvard, showcasing her unwavering determination despite immense hardship.
A New York City police officer assigned to Mayor Mamdani’s security detail has been suspended without pay following an alleged off-duty shooting in the Bronx.
A fox managed to board a cargo ship in Southampton, England, and completed a 3,400-mile journey across the Atlantic to New York, where it was discovered and is now being cared for at the Bronx Zoo with veterinary staff.
Small In Size And Very Wealthy, Bronxville, New York Has A Rich Restaurant Scene Forbes
Yesenia Hall, 42, was fatally stabbed in the Bronx by her boyfriend, who is now at large. Her 16-year-old son was also hospitalized with stab wounds to his neck and back.
Willie Colon, a prominent figure in the New York salsa scene of the 1960s and born in the Bronx to Puerto Rican parents, has passed away at the age of 75.
Teenager arrested in Bronx school shooting that killed 16-year-old Christopher Redding. The aspiring football player allegedly defended friends during the attack.
An otter has been spotted in the Bronx River for the first time in over 100 years, captured in an image in early June. This sighting signals the waterway's recovery and improved environmental health.
President Trump has stated his intention to declare the Strait of Hormuz as US territory "pretty soon," a move that has drawn strong reactions from Iran. This declaration follows heightened tensions in the region and could significantly escalate the conflict.
An explosion and large fire in an apartment building in the Bronx, New York, resulted in at least one death and 14 injuries. Five individuals were hospitalized following the incident.
Jennifer Lackard, a Mount Vernon deputy police commissioner, is accused of driving a getaway car for her son, Chase, after he allegedly shot at rival gang members near a Bronx court.
Jennifer Lopez, born on July 24, 1969, is an American singer, actress, dancer, producer, and entrepreneur, with a career spanning from a dancer in the Bronx to one of the world's biggest stars.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. said conversations with Knicks players during their title celebration fueled his desire to bring a World Series to the Bronx even more.
A new National Police Commissioner has been appointed in Denmark, with reports detailing his background and connections. His appointment marks a significant change in the leadership of the national police force.
A reverend in the Bronx is providing housing, support, and educational opportunities through Thrive For Life to help formerly incarcerated men find purpose after prison.
Actor Chazz Palminteri is performing his acclaimed one-man show, "A Bronx Tale," at the São Jorge theater. The 74-year-old actor recreates 1950s/60s New York, drawing on his childhood experiences between law and crime, his father, and the mafia.
Happy, an elephant known for her self-recognition abilities that aided researchers, was euthanized at the Bronx Zoo. Her passing left zoo staff in tears.
The Sam Maguire Cup, a prestigious trophy in Gaelic football, made a special appearance at a Mass in St Barnabas Church in the Bronx, New York. Killarney native Fr Brendan Fitzgerald welcomed the cup, describing the visit as deeply meaningful to him.
A 28-year-old woman has been charged after allegedly enrolling in a Bronx high school under a false identity, pretending to be 16 years old.
Aaron Judge expressed his desire for a new Bronx tradition, suggesting that John Sterling's iconic 'Theee Yankees win!' call be played over the public-address system before a Frank Sinatra song after Yankees victories.
A Florida man has been arrested in connection with the 1993 execution-style killings of a married couple in the Bronx, which occurred in front of their 3-year-old child. This breakthrough resolves a cold case that haunted the family for decades.
Bronx rapper Lil Tjay briefly addressed his renewed conflict with Offset before focusing on his new single "Life On Edge" and his upcoming album, "They Just Ain’t You."
Former President Barack Obama met with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for a joint appearance in the Bronx, where they read and sang with preschoolers at a childcare center. The event included them singing 'Wheels on the Bus' with the children.
Eliot Engel, a former American congressman and a prominent supporter of Kosovo, has passed away at the age of 79, prompting reactions from Albanian political figures.
A 35-year-old man was fatally stabbed late Saturday night in the Bronx, found collapsed next to a mobile cannabis dispensary on Webster Avenue with a chest wound.
The detention of Dylan Lopez Contreras, 20, of Venezuela, a freshman in the Bronx, sparked national outrage A New York high school student who was detained at an immigration courthouse in May last…
The animal that stowed away on the vessel is now in the care of the Bronx Zoo with veterinary staff.
NYC education worker Naya Brown has been charged in connection with the killing of a Bronx father as he celebrated his birthday in January.
The Bronx native previously credited hitting the gym & eating healthy.
DR's new Sunday series 'Uniformen' is described as quintessentially Danish, focusing on a single gunshot incident in Brøndby, rather than a more dramatic setting like the Bronx.