Author: Newyorki

A tragic mass shooting at Blackstone’s global headquarters on Park Avenue has left four people dead and sent shockwaves through the heart of the U.S. financial sector. The attack, which unfolded Monday evening, has prompted a sweeping reassessment of corporate security strategies across New York’s business community. Among the victims was Wesley LePatner, a 43-year-old managing director at Blackstone and one of the most respected women in U.S. finance. A mother of two and a rising figure in New York’s philanthropic scene, LePatner was known for her leadership within Blackstone’s real estate division and her recent appointment to the board…

A tragic mass shooting shook Midtown Manhattan on Monday evening as a gunman opened fire inside 345 Park Avenue, a prominent office tower that houses the National Football League (NFL), Blackstone, and other major firms. Four individuals were killed before the shooter took his own life, according to the New York Police Department. Timeline of the Incident At approximately 6:30 PM, 27-year-old Shane Tamura, armed with an M4 assault rifle, entered the building’s lobby and began shooting. The chaos quickly escalated to upper floors, with the attacker reaching the 33rd floor, where Rudin Management — the building’s owner — is…

In a move likely to escalate debate over U.S.-China-Taiwan relations, the Trump administration has reportedly denied permission for Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te to stop in New York during an upcoming diplomatic tour to Central America, following objections from Beijing. Lai had planned to transit through the U.S. in August en route to Paraguay, Guatemala, and Belize—three nations that officially recognize Taiwan. However, according to sources familiar with the matter, the U.S. government informed Lai that a stopover in New York would not be permitted. His office in Taipei later announced that the president had no plans for overseas travel in…

A federal judge has blocked enforcement of a provision in President Donald Trump’s newly enacted tax and spending legislation, ruling that it likely violates the U.S. Constitution by specifically targeting Planned Parenthood. U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani issued a preliminary injunction against the law’s Medicaid-related restrictions, arguing that the measure appeared to punish Planned Parenthood and its affiliates for providing abortion services. The provision was part of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” recently passed by the Republican-led Congress, which aimed to bar certain tax-exempt organizations from receiving Medicaid funds if they continue to perform abortions. According to the Department…

President Donald Trump stated on July 28 that he is legally allowed to pardon Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime associate of Jeffrey Epstein currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for sex trafficking, but emphasized that no one has approached him about it and that it would be “inappropriate” to discuss the issue at this time. Speaking at his Turnberry golf resort during a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump addressed growing scrutiny surrounding his administration’s handling of Epstein-related files and his historical connection to Epstein. “I’m allowed to give her a pardon, but nobody’s approached me with it. Nobody’s…

Vice President JD Vance defended President Donald Trump amid growing bipartisan calls to release all documents related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Speaking at a press event in Canton, Ohio on July 28, Vance said the president has “nothing to hide” and fully supports transparency in the case. “Donald J. Trump, I’m telling you, he’s got nothing to hide. His administration has got nothing to hide, and that’s why he’s been an advocate for full transparency,” Vance stated. The remarks come as the Trump administration faces pressure from both Republicans and Democrats to make public the federal…

As the Federal Reserve concludes its two-day policy meeting this week, analysts widely anticipate that it will maintain current interest rates, opting not to make any immediate changes amid ongoing economic uncertainty and political pressure from President Donald Trump. Fed Holds Steady, Hints at Caution The Fed often signals rate changes in advance when confident in the economic outlook. However, this time, officials are likely to remain vague due to lingering concerns over inflation, trade policy effects, and mixed economic signals. President Trump has repeatedly urged the central bank to lower rates, calling on Fed Chair Jerome Powell to act…

Former President Donald Trump addressed his past relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during a press conference in Turnberry, Scotland, where he met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. When asked about the nature of his falling out with Epstein, Trump claimed the rupture stemmed from Epstein hiring away staff who worked for him. “For years, I wouldn’t talk to Jeffrey Epstein. I wouldn’t talk,” Trump said. “Because he did something that was inappropriate: He hired help. He stole people that worked for me.” According to Trump, the issue escalated when Epstein ignored his warning, prompting Trump to ban…

A viral video capturing former President Donald Trump golfing in Scotland has reignited longstanding allegations of cheating on the course. The footage, originally posted by the left-leaning X (formerly Twitter) account PatriotTakes on July 27, has racked up over 4.5 million views and prompted widespread commentary online. Trump was spotted playing golf at the Trump Turnberry resort, accompanied by his son Eric Trump and others, according to a media pool report. In the video, Trump drives his golf cart into the rough near a sand trap. A caddie walking ahead of him appears to drop a ball in the grass,…

The United States federal government is in the midst of one of the largest workforce reductions in recent memory, with plans to lay off more than 128,000 civil servants by the end of June. This reduction—representing nearly 12% of the total federal civilian workforce—has sparked widespread concern over the potential consequences for public service delivery and institutional capacity. Widespread Impact Across Key Agencies The layoffs are affecting a broad range of federal departments, including the Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Education, Department of Veterans Affairs, and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)—agencies responsible for critical services such…