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Tibetan man dies after setting himself on fire near UN headquarters in New York

One media outlet said Logba Rangzen “self-immolated outside the UN headquarters in New York after a live appeal for Tibetan independence and unity”.
One media outlet said Logba Rangzen “self-immolated outside the UN headquarters in New York after a live appeal for Tibetan independence and unity”.

Russian couple who scaled Empire State Building accused of breaking security door to get to spire

The couple unfurled a banner with a message about love and got engaged as news helicopters whirled around them.
The couple unfurled a banner with a message about love and got engaged as news helicopters whirled around them.

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce already married, New York Post’s Page Six reports

Cameras caught Taylor Swift cheering on Travis Kelce at Chiefs games and followed him as he jetted around the world to her concerts.
Cameras caught Taylor Swift cheering on Travis Kelce at Chiefs games and followed him as he jetted around the world to her concerts.

New York prepares for Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding

Traffic flows past Madison Square Garden as preparations are underway for the wedding of American singer Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce in New York.
Traffic flows past Madison Square Garden as preparations are underway for the wedding of American singer Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce in New York.

How a free charm bracelet conquered the World Cup

Fans of Senegal enjoy the atmosphere before match between Belgium and Senegal at Seattle Stadium on July 1.
Fans of Senegal enjoy the atmosphere before match between Belgium and Senegal at Seattle Stadium on July 1.

Russian daredevils unfurl banner atop New York’s Empire State Building in proposal stunt

The pair, dressed in sleeveless black outfits, hung onto the landmark skyscraper’s antenna - 443m above ground - and unfurled a banner urging world peace.
The pair, dressed in sleeveless black outfits, hung onto the landmark skyscraper’s antenna - 443m above ground - and unfurled a banner urging world peace.

Welcome to New York’s Madison Square Garden: A look at Taylor Swift’s rumoured wedding venue

The Madison Square Garden in New York City, US, on June 30.
The Madison Square Garden in New York City, US, on June 30.

Messi will score more but I want the trophy, Mbappe says

Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - France v Sweden - New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, U.S. - June 30, 2026 France's Kylian Mbappe and Bradley Barcola in action IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters/Vincent Carchietta
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - France v Sweden - New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, U.S. - June 30, 2026 France's Kylian Mbappe and Bradley Barcola in action IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters/Vincent Carchietta

US DOJ, states reach agreement with egg producers on price manipulation investigation

United States Department of Justice logo and U.S. flag are seen in this illustration taken April 23, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration
United States Department of Justice logo and U.S. flag are seen in this illustration taken April 23, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration

Gotham FC sign Australian striker Kerr

Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Chelsea v Manchester United - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - May 16, 2026 Chelsea's Sam Kerr celebrates scoring their first goal Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge
Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Chelsea v Manchester United - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - May 16, 2026 Chelsea's Sam Kerr celebrates scoring their first goal Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.