Japanese novelist Nishi publishes English translation

Japanese novelist Nishi publishes English translation

Japanese novelist Kanako Nishi, (far L) winner in 2015 of the prestigious Naoki Japanese literary award, attends a talk event at a bookstore in New York on April 9, 2026, held to celebrate the publication of a translation of her best-selling 2005 novel, Sakura, her first title to appear in English. Sitting beside her is translator, Allison Markin Powell.

Japanese novelist Nishi publishes English translation

Japanese novelist Nishi publishes English translation

Japanese novelist Kanako Nishi, (far L) winner in 2015 of the prestigious Naoki Japanese literary award, attends a talk event at a bookstore in New York on April 9, 2026, held to celebrate the publication of a translation of her best-selling 2005 novel, Sakura, her first title to appear in English. Sitting beside her is translator, Allison Markin Powell.

Japanese novelist Nishi publishes English translation

Japanese novelist Nishi publishes English translation

Japanese novelist Kanako Nishi (L), winner in 2015 of the prestigious Naoki Japanese literary award, talks about her novel Sakura, a best-seller published in Japan in 2005, during a talk event held at a bookstore in New York on April 9, 2026, to celebrate the publication of her first title to appear in English. Sitting beside her is translator, Allison Markin Powell.

NPT review conference

NPT review conference

Hiroshima Mayor Kazumi Matsui (L) and Nagasaki Mayor Shiro Suzuki meet the press in Tokyo on April 8, 2026, after visiting the U.S. Embassy where they submitted letters addressed to President Donald Trump ahead of the 2026 Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons review conference, starting in New York in late April.

U.N. resolution on boosting safety of Strait of Hormuz

U.N. resolution on boosting safety of Strait of Hormuz

The U.N. Security Council takes a vote on a resolution submitted by Bahrain aiming to enhance security in the Strait of Hormuz at the U.N. headquarters in New York on April 7, 2026.

U.N. resolution on boosting safety of Strait of Hormuz

U.N. resolution on boosting safety of Strait of Hormuz

Bahrain Foreign Miniter Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani meets the press at the U.N. headquarters in New York on April 7, 2026, after the Security Council failed to adopt a resolution submitted by Bahrain aiming to enhance security in the Strait of Hormuz.

US: Spring Snow Reported in Altmar as Cold Front Moves Through Oswego County, New York

Snow was reported in Altmar, Oswego County, New York, on Tuesday, April 7, as a cold front brought snow showers and gusty winds to the region.

US: Large Plume of Smoke Spotted Over Hudson Yards in Manhattan

Massive smoke was seen around Hudson Yards in Manhattan on Monday night, April 6. Evacuations were reported in the area, according to a witness.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

Baseball: Mets vs. Giants

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 5, 2026.

New York auto show

New York auto show

Photo taken on April 1, 2026, shows the Subaru Getaway three-row electric sport utility vehicle, which Japan's Subaru Corp. unveiled to the media at the New York International Auto Show in New York two days ahead of its opening to the general public.

New York auto show

New York auto show

Photo taken on April 1, 2026, shows a media preview at the New York International Auto Show in New York two days ahead of its opening to the general public.

US: Severe Storms Batter Western New York, Triggering Flooding and Road Closures 3

Severe thunderstorms swept through Western New York on Tuesday, March 31, bringing heavy rain, hail, lightning, and strong winds. The storms caused widespread flooding, power outages, and road closures across the region. A tornado warning was issued for parts of the area.

US: Severe Storms Batter Western New York, Triggering Flooding and Road Closures 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through Western New York on Tuesday, March 31, bringing heavy rain, hail, lightning, and strong winds. The storms caused widespread flooding, power outages, and road closures across the region. A tornado warning was issued for parts of the area.

US: Severe Storms Batter Western New York, Triggering Flooding and Road Closures

Severe thunderstorms swept through Western New York on Tuesday, March 31, bringing heavy rain, hail, lightning, and strong winds. The storms caused widespread flooding, power outages, and road closures across the region. A tornado warning was issued for parts of the area.

RECAP: Millions March Across America in Third “No Kings” Protest

On March 28, 2026, millions of Americans rallied across the United States for the third nationwide "No Kings" protest. With over 3,300 events from major cities to small towns, demonstrators spoke out against the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, the ongoing war in Iran, and what organizers call a dangerous rise in authoritarianism.

US: No Kings Rallies Draw Millions Nationwide in Protest Against Trump Policies 6

Large-scale "No Kings" protests swept across the United States on Saturday, March 28, marking the third nationwide demonstration against the Trump administration in the past ten months. Organizers reported that approximately eight million people participated, making it one of the largest protests in recent history. Demonstrators rallied against multiple grievances, including the war in Iran, federal immigration enforcement, rising living costs, and threats to voting rights.

US: No Kings Rallies Draw Millions Nationwide in Protest Against Trump Policies 9

Large-scale "No Kings" protests swept across the United States on Saturday, March 28, marking the third nationwide demonstration against the Trump administration in the past ten months. Organizers reported that approximately eight million people participated, making it one of the largest protests in recent history. Demonstrators rallied against multiple grievances, including the war in Iran, federal immigration enforcement, rising living costs, and threats to voting rights.

US: No Kings Rallies Draw Millions Nationwide in Protest Against Trump Policies 11

Large-scale "No Kings" protests swept across the United States on Saturday, March 28, marking the third nationwide demonstration against the Trump administration in the past ten months. Organizers reported that approximately eight million people participated, making it one of the largest protests in recent history. Demonstrators rallied against multiple grievances, including the war in Iran, federal immigration enforcement, rising living costs, and threats to voting rights.

US: TSA Shortage and Runway Closure Worsen Travel Disruptions at LaGuardia Airport 3

New York City-area airports have faced long security lines and widespread delays as TSA staffing shortages from the partial government shutdown compounded ongoing disruptions. As of Thursday, March 26, Runway 4 at LaGuardia Airport remained closed following the collision between an Air Canada Express plane and a fire truck the previous Sunday.

"No Kings" protest in New York

"No Kings" protest in New York

People stage a "No Kings" rally in New York on March 28, 2026, in protest of U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policy and attacks on Iran.

"No Kings" protest in New York

"No Kings" protest in New York

People stage a "No Kings" rally in New York on March 28, 2026, in protest of U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policy and attacks on Iran.

"No Kings" protest in New York

"No Kings" protest in New York

People stage a "No Kings" rally in New York on March 28, 2026, in protest of U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policy and attacks on Iran.

"No Kings" protest in New York

"No Kings" protest in New York

People stage a "No Kings" rally in New York on March 28, 2026, in protest of U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policy and attacks on Iran.

US: No Kings Rallies Draw Millions Nationwide in Protest Against Trump Policies 3

Large-scale "No Kings" protests swept across the United States on Saturday, March 28, marking the third nationwide demonstration against the Trump administration in the past ten months. Organizers reported that approximately eight million people participated, making it one of the largest protests in recent history. Demonstrators rallied against multiple grievances, including the war in Iran, federal immigration enforcement, rising living costs, and threats to voting rights.

US: TSA Shortage and Runway Closure Worsen Travel Disruptions at LaGuardia Airport

New York City-area airports have faced long security lines and widespread delays as TSA staffing shortages from the partial government shutdown compounded ongoing disruptions. As of Thursday, March 26, Runway 4 at LaGuardia Airport remained closed following the collision between an Air Canada Express plane and a fire truck the previous Sunday.

US: TSA Shortage and Runway Closure Worsen Travel Disruptions at LaGuardia Airport 2

New York City-area airports have faced long security lines and widespread delays as TSA staffing shortages from the partial government shutdown compounded ongoing disruptions. As of Thursday, March 26, Runway 4 at LaGuardia Airport remained closed following the collision between an Air Canada Express plane and a fire truck the previous Sunday.

US: Stunning Solar Halo Spotted Over Rochester With Aircraft Passing Through

A stunning solar halo was captured over Rochester during the daytime on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, with an aircraft passing through the scene, adding a striking sense of scale to the atmospheric phenomenon.

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga pitches in a spring training baseball game against the New York Yankees in Mesa, Arizona, on March 23, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga pitches in a spring training baseball game against the New York Yankees in Mesa, Arizona, on March 23, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga pitches in a spring training baseball game against the New York Yankees in Mesa, Arizona, on March 23, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga speaks to reporters after pitching in a spring training baseball game against the New York Yankees in Mesa, Arizona, on March 23, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga pitches in a spring training baseball game against the New York Yankees in Mesa, Arizona, on March 23, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Baseball: MLB spring training game

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga pitches in a spring training baseball game against the New York Yankees in Mesa, Arizona, on March 23, 2026.

Jet collides with fire truck at LaGuardia Airport

Jet collides with fire truck at LaGuardia Airport

An Air Canada Express jet is pictured at New York's LaGuardia Airport on March 23, 2026, after a collision with a fire truck on a runway that killed the pilot and copilot.

US: Spring Break Travelers Face Long Airport Lines Amid Partial Government Shutdown 4

As of Sunday, March 23, airports across the US continue to face lengthy security lines during the peak spring break travel season due to short staffing amid an ongoing partial government shutdown.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto hits a double in the fifth inning of a spring training game against the New York Yankees in Dunedin, Florida, on March 19, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto hits a double in the fifth inning of a spring training game against the New York Yankees in Dunedin, Florida, on March 19, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto hits a double in the fifth inning of a spring training game against the New York Yankees in Dunedin, Florida, on March 19, 2026.