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Indian Jain leader Lokesh Muni to establish world peace centre in US
Jain spiritual leader announces World Peace Center in New Jersey to promote global peace through peace ambassadors, mediation, and conflict resolution.
Scottie Scheffler, from the course to jail and back: What to know about his PGA Championship arrest
Scottie Scheffler, the world's No. 1-ranked golfer and two-time Masters champion, was arrested after allegedly dragging a police officer while attempting to bypass the scene of a fatal accident en route to the PGA Championship. Scheffler faced multiple charges, including assault of a police officer and reckless driving. However, he returned to the championship, receiving an ovation from fans and birdied his first hole.
A cricket World Cup is coming to NYC's suburbs, where sport thrives among immigrant communities
Eisenhower Park in New York hosts the T20 World Cup, showcasing cricket's rise in the U.S. with matches between top teams like Pakistan and India. The tournament concludes in Barbados, highlighting the sport's global appeal.
25 arrested at University of Virginia after police clash with pro-Palestinian protesters
In Virginia, student demonstrators began their protest on a lawn outside the school chapel Tuesday. On Saturday, video from WVAW-TV showed police wearing heavy gear and holding shields lined up on the campus in Charlottesville. Protesters chanted "Free Palestine," and university police said on the social platform X that an "unlawful assembly" had been declared in the area.
Police move in to clear NYU encampment, US campus arrests grow to 2,200 in pro-Palestinian protests
Pro-Palestinian protests lead to arrests at NYU and Columbia. UCLA saw clashes and arrests. President Biden defends peaceful protests. Antisemitic allegations surround demonstrations. Israel launched offensive after Hamas attack.
More than 2,100 people have been arrested during pro-Palestinian protests on US college campuses
More than 100 people were taken into custody during the Columbia crackdown, just a fraction of the total arrests stemming from recent campus protests over the Israel-Hamas war. A tally by The Associated Press on Thursday found at least 50 incidents of arrests at 40 different US colleges or universities since April 18.
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Police officer fired gun while clearing protesters from Columbia building, prosecutors say
A police officer fired his gun inside Columbia University's Hamilton Hall while clearing pro-Palestinian protesters barricaded inside. No injuries were reported, and the district attorney's office is reviewing the incident. The protesters had been occupying the hall for over 20 hours. The incident is part of a wave of protests across US college campuses against the Israel-Hamas conflict. In Los Angeles, over 200 people were arrested after police clashed with protesters at UCLA, leading to a chaotic scene.
Large numbers of New York City police officers begin entering Columbia University campus
Protests have spread to campuses from California to Massachusetts as May commencement ceremonies near, putting added pressure on schools to clear protesters. More than 1,000 protesters have been arrested over the last two weeks on campuses in states including Texas, Utah, Virginia, North Carolina, New Mexico, Connecticut, Louisiana, California and New Jersey, some after violent clashes with police in riot gear.
Eid-ul-Fitr: Islamic center at Rutgers University vandalized. Was it a hate crime? Know in detail
Authorities have said that a building at the Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers University had its windows shattered, artwork smashed, TVs and printers broken as well as a Palestinian flag destroyed. It happened on the Muslim festival of Eid-ul-Fitr.
UN Security Council meeting briefly interrupted due to rare earthquake in New York
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake briefly interrupted a UN Security Council meeting in New York discussing the Middle East situation. No damages or injuries reported after the quake hit Whitehouse Station, New Jersey.
4.0 magnitude aftershock rattles New Jersey hours after morning quake
New Jersey hit by 4.0 aftershock post 4.8-magnitude quake. Governors urge caution. No major damage. FAA warns of air traffic impact. USGS reports no injuries. Epicentre near Bridgewater, NJ.
Indian-American family of four shot dead in California home
An Indian-American family of four, including two children, was found dead in their San Mateo, California home. Two victims had gunshot wounds, while the others' cause of death is unknown. Police discovered a gun and loaded magazine in the bathroom. The couple, Anand and Alice, were IT professionals. Authorities are investigating and awaiting autopsy results. This tragedy is part of a series of unfortunate incidents involving Indian nationals in the US.
FBI offers Rs 8.5 lakh reward in search for missing Indian student Mayushi Bhagat from New Jersey
Mayushi Bhagat, a 29-year-old Indian student, mysteriously vanished from Jersey City over four years ago. Last seen on April 29, 2019, leaving her apartment, her disappearance prompted an ongoing search effort, backed by the FBI's $10,000 reward for information. Fluent in multiple languages, Bhagat studied at the New York Institute of Technology and had ties to South Plainfield, New Jersey. A cryptic conversation with her father before her disappearance adds to the perplexing case, urging public cooperation for closure.
FBI offers USD 10,000 reward for information about Indian female student missing from New Jersey since 2019
The FBI is offering a reward of up to USD 10,000 for information about a 29-year-old Indian student who went missing from New Jersey over four years ago. Mayushi Bhagat, who was last seen wearing colorful pyjama pants and a black T-shirt, was last seen leaving her apartment in Jersey City on April 29, 2019. The FBI added Bhagat to its list of "Missing Persons" in July last year and has placed her 'Missing Person' poster on the "Most Wanted" page of its website.
Liv Morgan: Why has police arrested WWE star in Florida
WWE star Liv Morgan, aka Gionna Daddio, found herself in legal trouble in Florida after being arrested for marijuana possession during a traffic stop near Orlando. The incident occurred just days after her appearance on the red carpet for the premiere of "The Iron Claw" in Los Angeles.
Escaped pig Albert Einswine leads New Jersey police on wild chase. Know about it, watch funny video
Albert Einswine, a pig, escaped from a New Jersey farm and led cops on a wild chase before they were able to 'apprehend' the pesky porker. It got loose and somehow escaped from a local pig farm in Deptford Township on Tuesday and evaded arrest as long as it could.
Don't ruin your vacation with gaffes & goof-ups! Tourists share where they went wrong while holidaying
In an effort to help future travelers learn from others' mistakes, The New York Times asked readers to share examples of instances in which they've committed a travel foul or have acted against good tourist etiquette and, maybe, their better judgment.
New York City weather, flood: State of emergency declared as rains disrupt NYC subway, airport; Flash flood in New Jersey, Manhattan
New York City, New Jersey and other prominent areas have been battered by heavy rains which have affected airport, roads and NYC subway.
July 4 Fireworks to celebrate Independence Day across U.S.A.
The U.S.A. is getting ready to celebrate its Independence Day on July 4 with fireworks, pomp, and shows across the country.
Who is Mark Batista, the firefighter who died trying to save daughter from drowning in US?
A 39-year-old firefighter named Mark Batista, who used to work with the Fire Department of New York, has died while trying to save daughter from drowning in New Jersey, according to the authorities.
Jewish communities in New York told to be vigilant this weekend, say reports
In New York, Jewish communities seem to have been warned to be vigilant this weekend after new threats have been made on social media, as per reports.
New Jersey Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour fatally shot outside her home
New Jersey Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour has been reportedly found dead outside her home with multiple gunshot wounds, police have said.
Jersey explosion: One killed, several missing after blast at St Helier flat block
A massive explosion at a block of flats in Jersey killed one, and two are being treated in hospital after the explosion on Pier Road in St Helier.
Danger to New Jersey synagogues 'mitigated' as FBI locates 'source of threat'
The FBI identified the threat to the synagogue area in new jersey and has mitigated it. It said that the person was no longer a threat to the area. The FBI provided no other information.
Eddie Redmayne starrer 'The Good Nurse' on Netflix: Where is the real Charles Cullen?
Netflix’s latest flick, ‘The Good Nurse’, is a true story of Charles Cullen, one of America’s notorious serial killers. He was convicted for killing 29 people and is denied parole until 2403.
Malfunctioning roller coaster causes injuries to 12 people in New Jersey
A roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure park malfunctioned on August 25 in New Jersey, and it caused injuries to at least 12 people. According to officials, injuries were minor, and the coaster was closed immediately after the incident.
New York State police identify suspect who attacked Salman Rushdie
"The suspect has been identified as Hadi Matar, 24, from Fairview, New Jersey. Earlier today, approx. at 10:47 am, the speaker Rushdie,75 and Henry Reese,73 had just arrived at the stage of the institution and shortly thereafter the suspect jumped out of the stage and attacked at least once in the neck and at least once in the abdomen," State Police Troop Commander Major Eugene J. Staniszewski said in a news conference.
Rapper Lil TJay shot multiple times in New Jersey during attempted robbery
Two people were shot in New Jersey on Wednesday, one of them being the famous rapper, Lil TJay. The “Run It Up” rapper was shot multiple times while Antoine Boyd had a single gunshot wound.
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