The shelter, which is projected to open in mid-2027, would serve adult men and would be located at 4934 Arthur Kill Road in Tottenville.
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Conor McGregor reacts to Conor Benn’s $15M signing
Conor McGregor is ready to return to the UFC, for the right price
Woman arrested for murder of man, 59, inside Queens supportive housing
Odeylin Gonzalez, 33, is accused of killing Felipe Gonzalez Gonzalez inside the Barbara Faron Residence on Nameoke Ave. in Far Rockaway.
China warns ‘flames of war’ spreading and calls on US to help manage differences ahead of Xi-Trump meeting
China’s top diplomat cast his country as a defender of peace and stability as war in Iran rages, while striking a conciliatory tone towards the United States ahead of a highly anticipated summit between its two leaders.
Piastri crashes out of Australian GP before start
Home hero Oscar Piastri will not take part in Formula 1’s 2026 season-opening Australian Grand Prix after a pre-race crash
USA rout Britain after nervy start in World Baseball Classic
A Kyle Schwarber homer and a five-run fifth inning helped the United States overpower Great Britain 9-1 in the World Baseball Classic on Saturday, but not before an early British
Rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah’s RSP heads for poll landslide in Nepal
Shah’s party represents a reformist wave reshaping the Himalayan nation’s politics since last year’s youth-led uprising.
Live updates: Iran war news; Tehran nears decision on new supreme leader
Israel’s onslaught against Iran enters a new phase, targeting the country’s energy resources. Follow for live updates.
China hopes 2026 will be a ‘landmark year’ for relationship with US
China says it hopes this year will be a “landmark year” in relations with the United States, as the two sides prepare for an expected leaders’ summit later this month.
China warns ‘flames of war’ spreading and calls on US to help manage differences ahead of Xi-Trump meeting
China’s top diplomat cast his country as a defender of peace and stability as war in Iran rages, while striking a conciliatory tone towards the United States ahead of a highly anticipated summit betwe…
Lebanon says nearly 400 killed in Israeli strikes as US urges Iranians to ‘stay at home’
Iranians describe scenes in Tehran after oil depots were struck, with one woman telling the BBC “you can smell the burning”.
A new Nepali party, led by an ex-rapper, is set for a landslide win in parliamentary election
A Nepali political party led by an ex-rapper is set for a landslide victory in the country’s first parliamentary election since Gen Z protests ousted the old leadership that has ruled the Himalayan nation for decades.
Iran war’s targets widen into civilian infrastructure as Bahrain says water plant hit
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The Iran war’s targets widened dangerously into civilian infrastructure Sunday as Bahrain accused Iran of striking one of the…
Trump says Starmer seeking to join Iran war ‘after we’ve already won’
The criticism came as the U.S. and Israel continued to launch airstrikes on Iran and as Washington has started using a base in the U.K.
The Iran war puts Vladimir Putin in a tough spot
Putin navigates Iran crisis carefully, avoiding direct confrontation with America while maintaining a strategic partnership for leverage in Ukraine | World News
Families of flight MH370 passengers urge Malaysia to extend search
The Boeing 777 was carrying 227 passengers and 12 crew when it vanished en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing on March 8, 2014. | World News
Iran continues to hit Gulf countries as Israeli strikes intensify; Tehran says new leader appointed
Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates report more strikes on civilian targets as U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran continue.
Israel sees a chance to destroy Hizbullah at last
The border between Israel and Lebanon bears the scars of its most recent war | World News
Iran war’s targets widen into civilian infrastructure as Bahrain says water plant hit
The Iran war’s targets are widening into civilian infrastructure as Bahrain accuses Iran of striking a desalination plant. Such plants are crucial for Gulf nations’ drinking water, and for the
UK Joins US, Canada, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Thailand, India and More in Receiving Thousands of Trapped Travelers from the Middle East as Qatar, Emirates, Etihad and IndiGo Take Off with Sixty Repatriation Flights from UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia: New Update
UK, US, Canada, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Thailand and India receive thousands of trapped travelers from the Middle East as Qatar, Emirates, Etihad and IndiGo operate 60 repatriation flights from UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia.
Ex-rapper Balendra Shah set to be Nepal PM after party’s landslide election win
Shah’s Rastriya Swatantra party secures thumping victory in first poll since gen Z protests that toppled government
Iran decides Khamenei’s successor as Israeli military warns of pursuing next supreme leader
While speaking on Khamenei’s successor, Ayatollah Mohsen Heidari, a member of the selection body, said “even the Great Satan (the US) has mentioned his name.” | World News
China warns ‘flames of war’ spreading and calls on US to help manage differences ahead of Xi-Trump meeting
China’s top diplomat cast his country as a defender of peace and stability as war in Iran rages, while striking a conciliatory tone towards the United States ahead of a highly anticipated summit between its two leaders.
Piastri crashes out of Australian GP before start
Home hero Oscar Piastri will not take part in Formula 1’s 2026 season-opening Australian Grand Prix after a pre-race crash
Rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah’s RSP heads for poll landslide in Nepal
Shah’s party represents a reformist wave reshaping the Himalayan nation’s politics since last year’s youth-led uprising.
USA rout Britain after nervy start in World Baseball Classic
A Kyle Schwarber homer and a five-run fifth inning helped the United States overpower Great Britain 9-1 in the World Baseball Classic on Saturday, but not before an early British
Live updates: Iran war news; Tehran nears decision on new supreme leader
Israel’s onslaught against Iran enters a new phase, targeting the country’s energy resources. Follow for live updates.
China hopes 2026 will be a ‘landmark year’ for relationship with US
China says it hopes this year will be a “landmark year” in relations with the United States, as the two sides prepare for an expected leaders’ summit later this month.
Lebanon says nearly 400 killed in Israeli strikes as US urges Iranians to ‘stay at home’
Iranians describe scenes in Tehran after oil depots were struck, with one woman telling the BBC “you can smell the burning”.
China warns ‘flames of war’ spreading and calls on US to help manage differences ahead of Xi-Trump meeting
China’s top diplomat cast his country as a defender of peace and stability as war in Iran rages, while striking a conciliatory tone towards the United States ahead of a highly anticipated summit betwe…
Iran war’s targets widen into civilian infrastructure as Bahrain says water plant hit
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The Iran war’s targets widened dangerously into civilian infrastructure Sunday as Bahrain accused Iran of striking one of the…
A new Nepali party, led by an ex-rapper, is set for a landslide win in parliamentary election
A Nepali political party led by an ex-rapper is set for a landslide victory in the country’s first parliamentary election since Gen Z protests ousted the old leadership that has ruled the Himalayan nation for decades.
Families of flight MH370 passengers urge Malaysia to extend search
The Boeing 777 was carrying 227 passengers and 12 crew when it vanished en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing on March 8, 2014. | World News
Trump says Starmer seeking to join Iran war ‘after we’ve already won’
The criticism came as the U.S. and Israel continued to launch airstrikes on Iran and as Washington has started using a base in the U.K.
The Iran war puts Vladimir Putin in a tough spot
Putin navigates Iran crisis carefully, avoiding direct confrontation with America while maintaining a strategic partnership for leverage in Ukraine | World News
Iran continues to hit Gulf countries as Israeli strikes intensify; Tehran says new leader appointed
Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates report more strikes on civilian targets as U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran continue.
Israel sees a chance to destroy Hizbullah at last
The border between Israel and Lebanon bears the scars of its most recent war | World News
Iran war’s targets widen into civilian infrastructure as Bahrain says water plant hit
The Iran war’s targets are widening into civilian infrastructure as Bahrain accuses Iran of striking a desalination plant. Such plants are crucial for Gulf nations’ drinking water, and for the
UK Joins US, Canada, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Thailand, India and More in Receiving Thousands of Trapped Travelers from the Middle East as Qatar, Emirates, Etihad and IndiGo Take Off with Sixty Repatriation Flights from UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia: New Update
UK, US, Canada, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Thailand and India receive thousands of trapped travelers from the Middle East as Qatar, Emirates, Etihad and IndiGo operate 60 repatriation flights from UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia.
Iran’s border with Turkey offers a way out, but few are leaving for good
Iranians are using a border crossing into Turkey as one of the only ways out during the war in Iran, with the country’s airspace closed.
Iran decides Khamenei’s successor as Israeli military warns of pursuing next supreme leader
While speaking on Khamenei’s successor, Ayatollah Mohsen Heidari, a member of the selection body, said “even the Great Satan (the US) has mentioned his name.” | World News
Iran council has ‘chosen new Supreme Leader’, with a big hint towards Ali Khamenei’s son Mojtaba
“Even the Great Satan [US] has mentioned his name,” leading cleric said, referring to Trump’s statement that Mojtaba Khamenei is “unacceptable” to him. | World News
Bahrain says Iran hit a desalination plant, stoking fears of attacks on civilian sites
Bahrain has accused Iran of striking a desalination plant as the regional war expands and targets more civilian sites in Gulf states. Iran’s president said Sunday his country is responding
Trump says he’s not interested in negotiations
President Trump raised the possibility that the Iran war would continue until the Middle East country no longer has a military or leadership.
Israel hits Iran’s oil depots as clerics say consensus reached on Ayatollah successor
Israel targeted Iran’s oil facilities for the first time early Sunday, with videos showing huge flames lighting up the sky, while Iranian state media reported officials were close to announcing a successor for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Photos show women marking International Women’s Day
Women around the globe on Sunday marked International Women’s Day taking part in marches and demonstrations that underscored efforts to combat discrimination and accelerate the drive for gender parity.
These bold women stand up for justice, rights … and freedom
To mark International Women’s Day, we feature portraits and profiles of determined women around the world.
International Women’s Day is a celebration and a call to action. Here are things to know
Women across the world will call for equal pay, reproductive rights, education, justice and decision-making jobs during demonstrations marking International Women’s Day.
Ex-rapper Balendra Shah set to be Nepal PM after party’s landslide election win
Shah’s Rastriya Swatantra party secures thumping victory in first poll since gen Z protests that toppled government
Zelenskyy offers help to Saudi Crown prince on combatting Iranian drones
Zelenskyy cites Ukraine expertise with ‘Shahed’ drones; deaths and casualties rise from Russian attack on Kharkiv. What we know on day 1,474








