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  • Two workers rescued after scaffolding collapse in New York City

    Two workers have been rescued after scaffolding collapsed in New York City on Monday morning. The incident left the pair dangling from a high-rise building in Lower Manhattan, according to a report by WABC-TV. The workers were wearing safety

  • Models pose for social distancing photographer

    Story and video from SWNS Professional models who need photoshoots while under lockdown are turning to a New York photographer who is offering socially distant services. Pro-photographer Aaron Pegg saw his work dry up when New York City imposed

  • Harvey Weinstein indicted on new sex crimes charges in Los Angeles

    Harvey Weinstein has been indicted on new sex crime charges in Los Angles, just as his trial on separate rape and sexual assault charges in New York was poised to get under way. Prosecutors in LA recently said they were reviewing eight cases

  • Bodybuilder, 82, smashes table over intruder who broke into her home

    A man who broke into the house of an 82-year-old bodybuilder got more than he bargained for when she smashed a table over his head. Willie Murphy, who lives alone in Rochester, New York, said she was getting ready for bed on Thursday when a man

  • Judge throws out Trump challenge to tax returns release

    A US federal judge has rejected President Donald Trump's challenge to the release of eight years of his tax returns for a New York state criminal probe. Judge Victor Marrero said he could not grant such a "categorical and limitless

  • Four homeless men killed while sleeping in New York City rampage

    A homeless man wielding a long metal pipe killed four other homeless people while they slept as he rampaged through the streets of New York. A fifth man was seriously injured after also being targeted in Manhattan's Chinatown district in the

  • Fashion Week September 2019: Best dressed celebrities

    From Emily Blunt to Nicole Kidman, see who bagged a front row seat this season.

  • Man crushed to death by falling elevator in luxury New York apartment building

    An investigation is underway after a man was killed in a luxury Manhattan apartment building elevator after it malfunctioned on Thursday, according to CBS. Police cars and first responders flooded Third Avenue, moments after a 30-year-old Samuel

  • Ouch! That must have hurt a little

    A stunt by performers in New York had a painful ending for a volunteer member of the public. People in the crowd agreed form a line and bend over to allow a performer to jump over them. But he fell short, landing on the neck of the unfortunate

  • Pilot killed in helicopter crash on Manhattan skyscraper

    A pilot has been killed in a helicopter crash on a Manhattan skyscraper, New York Fire Department said. The Fire Department said the helicopter appeared to have crash-landed on top of the AXA Equitable building, not far from Rockefeller Centre

  • Student dies while trying to take bell tower selfie

    A university student in New York City fell to her death after climbing the campus' bell tower over the weekend, just two weeks before she was set to graduate. Sydney Monfries, 22, was trying to take a picture of the city skyline around 3am

  • The 'Game of Thrones' cast bring their fashion A-game to final red carpet premiere

    From Emilia Clarke in regal Valentino ruffles to Sophie Turner's Louis Vuitton mini dress.

  • Top leader of crime family shot dead in New York

    A man said by federal prosecutors to have been a top leader of New York's notorious Gambino crime family has been shot and killed on Staten Island. Francesco "Franky Boy" Cali, 53, was found with multiple gunshot wounds to his body

  • A NYC ice cream parlour is selling 21-scoop ice cream cones

    Name a more romantic gesture.

  • Alien invasion? New Yorkers stunned as sky turns blue

    An explosion at an electrical power station caused the skies over New York City to turn neon blue on Thursday night. According to local media, the blast happened shortly after 9 pm when a transformer exploded at a facility in the Astoria

  • The most beautiful holiday windows in New York

    The build up to Christmas is one of the most exciting points in the year as shoppers are dazzled by windows full of holiday cheer and streets lined with festive decorations and lights. Some cities, like New York, are synonymous with the holidays

  • Tenerife beats New York and Australia in this year's most searched-for holiday destinations

    As the year draws to a close, we’re desperately trying to squeeze a last-minute getaway in before the inevitable Christmas crush.But with festive flight deals invading our inbox, it can prove impossible to know where to kick-start our holiday planning.Thankfully, we’ve tracked down the 20 most searched-for holiday destinations of 2018 so you can finally cross off one of the hot spots you didn’t get a chance to see (or ‘gram) this year.Family favourites Cyprus, Malta and Benidorm proved popular in 2018 with Tenerife unsurprisingly stealing the top spot.When it comes to chic city breaks, Amsterdam played host to countless Brits alongside Dublin, Barcelona and Rome.Those itching for adventure were scouring the Internet for all things Aussie (we’re pretty sure Harry and Meghan have something to do with our newfound wanderlust).So if you’re itching to escape the manic run-up to Christmas, look no further for inspiration as we count down this year’s most searched-for holiday destinations from New York to Thailand.How many have you visited?Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for non-stop inspiration delivered fresh to your feed, every day. For Twitter updates, follow @YahooStyleUK.Read more from Yahoo Style UK: The most ridiculously expensive hotels in the UK – are they worth it?15 of the best campsites in EuropeThe best British destinations for a weekend away

  • Prada pulls merchandise after blackface accusations and backlash at New York store

    Some shoppers in New York said they were offended by a window display at a luxury clothing store. Otto is a character created by Prada as part of its "Pradamalia" collection. The creature was featured on clothing, purses, and

  • Amal Clooney dazzles in semi-sheer £5,000 gown at awards night

    The human rights lawyer accepted a prestigious award last night with husband George Clooney in tow.

  • The Best Celebrity Sightings at New York Fashion Week

    Tiffany Haddish is making the rounds... From Harper's BAZAAR

  • 10 Street Style Looks To Steal From New York Fashion Week

    Concrete jungle where threads-miles-better-than-yours are made up From Esquire

  • Mass brawl inside New York nail salon

    Customers were hit with a broom handle when a brawl erupted inside a nail salon in Brooklyn, New York. The incident was sparked by a woman who complained about her eyebrow service. Police say the fight started after the disgruntled customer hit a

  • The coolest New York hotel openings in 2018 that you need to know about

    The coolest New York hotel openings in 2018 that you need to know about

  • Dramatic video shows cop getting hit by driver before chasing car on foot

    Shocking footage has captured the moment a police officer is hit by a Mercedes driver, before chasing the reckless motorist on foot. The NYPD officer, Ian Wallace, steps in front of the vehicle in order to stop it — but instead, the

  • Twelve die in Bronx apartment block fire

    Twelve people are thought to have died in a huge fire in a New York City apartment block. The blaze broke out around 7pm local time at a building on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx suburb of New York. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio labelled

  • A-list celebrities who moonlight as restaurateurs

    Not all celebrities like to stick to acting or singing. Some stars have decided to expand from their notable fame and open restaurants to bring their favourite food to their fans. SEE ALSO: Best London restaurants for spotting celebrities