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Trump floats possible legal challenge to New York tax on luxury second homes

Trump floats possible legal challenge to New York tax on luxury second homes

Aug 11 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump had harsh words on Tuesday for New York, portraying a planned surcharge on luxury second homes in the city he once called home as a "dangerous" leftist experiment that the federal government could challenge.
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NYC and MTA to Study Thermal Energy Network to Cool Lower Manhattan Subway Stations

NYC and MTA to Study Thermal Energy Network to Cool Lower Manhattan Subway Stations

New York City is exploring a thermal energy network to address extreme heat in subway stations. Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Governor Kathy Hochul, and the MTA announced a partnership to study this technology at the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall and Chambers Street stations. The system aims to capture excess underground heat and repurpose it to warm nearby municipal buildings during winter. This initiative, potentially the first of its kind in a U.S. transit system, seeks to improve conditions for subway riders and reduce energy costs. The study, costing $800,000, is part of broader efforts to make transit infrastructure more resilient to rising temperatures.
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Thierry Henry Praises New York City for Its Diversity and Global Representation

Thierry Henry Praises New York City for Its Diversity and Global Representation

Thierry Henry Praises New York City for Its Diversity and Global Representation
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Syria sentences absent Bashar al-Assad to death over killings, torture

Syria sentences absent Bashar al-Assad to death over killings, torture

DAMASCUS, Aug 11 (Reuters) - A Syrian court sentenced ousted leader Bashar al-Assad to death on Tuesday after a trial in absentia, convicting him of crimes including killings, torture, and arbitrary arrest during the country's nearly 14-year war. 
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Syria sentences absent Bashar al-Assad to death over killings and torture

Syria sentences absent Bashar al-Assad to death over killings and torture

DAMASCUS, Aug 11 (Reuters) - A Syrian court sentenced ousted leader Bashar al-Assad to death on Tuesday after a trial in absentia, convicting him of crimes including killings, torture, and arbitrary arrest during the country's nearly 14-year war. 
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New York City Plans Thermal Energy Network to Combat Subway Heat

New York City Plans Thermal Energy Network to Combat Subway Heat

New York City is exploring a thermal energy network to address extreme heat in subway stations. Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Governor Kathy Hochul, and the MTA announced a partnership to study this technology at the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall and Chambers Street stations. The system aims to capture excess underground heat and repurpose it to warm nearby municipal buildings during winter. This initiative, potentially the first of its kind in a U.S. transit system, seeks to improve conditions for subway riders and reduce energy costs. The study, costing $800,000, is part of broader efforts to make transit infrastructure more resilient to rising temperatures.
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Mamdani team faces brief setback over pied-à-terre tax launch issues

Mamdani team faces brief setback over pied-à-terre tax launch issues

The suit came as residents began to receive letters notifying them that they may fall under new tax, with some claiming the rollout was mishandled.
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NYC Plans Thermal Energy Network to Combat Subway Heat

NYC Plans Thermal Energy Network to Combat Subway Heat

New York City is exploring a groundbreaking thermal energy network to address extreme heat in subway stations while repurposing excess heat for municipal building heating during winter. Announced by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Governor Kathy Hochul, and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), the project will focus on the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall 4/5/6 and Chambers Street J/Z station complex. With platform temperatures reaching 96°F (35.6°C) in summer, the system aims to capture underground heat, store it, and redirect it for winter use. The initiative is part of a broader effort to modernize transit infrastructure and improve rider comfort. Renovations at the historic Chambers Street station, dating back to 1913, are also planned, including structural upgrades and aesthetic restorations.
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Assad ruled Syria with iron fist before defeat in civil war

Assad ruled Syria with iron fist before defeat in civil war

DAMASCUS, Aug 11 (Reuters) - Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule of Syria ended abruptly in December 2024 following a lightning advance by rebel forces who struck while the Russian and Iranian allies who had backed him through years of civil war were distracted by conflicts elsewhere.
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UK Supports Security Efforts in Southern Lebanon Post-UNIFIL

UK Supports Security Efforts in Southern Lebanon Post-UNIFIL

The UK Foreign Office has expressed readiness to support de-escalation and security initiatives in southern Lebanon following the expiration of the UNIFIL mandate. While the UK has not confirmed troop deployment, it emphasizes the importance of enabling UNIFIL to operate effectively until its mandate ends. The Lebanese Armed Forces are set to assume control along the border, with international discussions ongoing to prevent a security vacuum. This development coincides with a US-brokered framework agreement linking Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon to Hezbollah's disarmament.
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New York City Prepares for 2026 Dominican Day Parade with Safety Measures

New York City Prepares for 2026 Dominican Day Parade with Safety Measures

The 44th annual Dominican Day Parade is set to take place in Manhattan, with thousands expected to attend. The parade will begin at Sixth Avenue and West 36th Street, proceeding north to West 55th Street. Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasized the cultural significance of the event, highlighting the celebration of Dominican heritage. The NYPD has announced street closures and security measures to ensure the safety of attendees. Streets along the parade route will be closed to vehicular traffic, and pedestrians will have limited crossing points. The NYPD will deploy officers, traffic agents, and specialized units, including helicopters and drones, to monitor the event. No specific threats have been identified, but authorities are coordinating with state and federal partners to maintain security.
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Wall Street Criticizes Mayor Mamdani's Business Advisory Council

Wall Street Criticizes Mayor Mamdani's Business Advisory Council

Wall Street Criticizes Mayor Mamdani's Business Advisory Council