New York is bringing in solitary confinement reforms amid calls for changes throughout the US system.
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The lost letters that found New York drag scene’s secret trailblazersThe lost letters that found New York drag scene’s secret trailblazers
The film PS Burn This Letter Please tells untold stories from the lives of 1950s drag artists.
Malcolm X family demands reopening of murder investigationMalcolm X family demands reopening of murder investigation
A letter from an ex-policeman alleges that New York police and the FBI conspired in the 1965 murder.
Wall Street Charging Bull sculptor Arturo Di Modica ‘dies aged 80’Wall Street Charging Bull sculptor Arturo Di Modica ‘dies aged 80’
The bronze statue has become one of the most recognisable images of New York.
Netflix and Anna Delvey: The race to secure the story of New York’s ‘fake heiress’Netflix and Anna Delvey: The race to secure the story of New York’s ‘fake heiress’
How Anna Sorokin’s life rights became hot property.
Capitol riots: Who has the FBI arrested so far?Capitol riots: Who has the FBI arrested so far?
Others suspects include a state lawmaker, a firefighter, a florist and the son of a New York judge.
New York transit workers: ‘We don’t get respect’New York transit workers: ‘We don’t get respect’
A subway conductor and a bus driver in New York share their stories of working during the pandemic.
ICYMI: Whales in New York to crossing the border for a haircutICYMI: Whales in New York to crossing the border for a haircut
In this week’s In Case You Missed It, we round up some of the video stories that might have passed you by.
The ‘guerrilla girls’ who changed the art worldThe ‘guerrilla girls’ who changed the art world
How an anonymous group of female artists challenged the status quo in New York’s art world
‘My parents had hearts of gold, they didn’t deserve it’‘My parents had hearts of gold, they didn’t deserve it’
How people are dealing with the effects of coronavirus in one New York neighbourhood.
Six the musical: From a bedroom to Broadway (almost)Six the musical: From a bedroom to Broadway (almost)
The musical Six was pulled just hours before its New York debut because of Covid-19.
Is the world entering a new Cold War?Is the world entering a new Cold War?
The recent US-China tensions were laid bare in speeches by Trump and Xi at the UN in New York.
Rochester shooting: Two dead after mass shooting in New YorkRochester shooting: Two dead after mass shooting in New York
The city has been under pressure over the death of Daniel Prude, a black man restrained by police.
US Open’s Winged Foot course among world’s three toughest – WoodsUS Open’s Winged Foot course among world’s three toughest – Woods
Winged Foot is one of the three hardest courses in the world, alongside Oakmont and Carnoustie, says Tiger Woods as he prepares for the US Open at the New York
US Open: Cameron Norrie beats Diego Schwartzman in five sets in New YorkUS Open: Cameron Norrie beats Diego Schwartzman in five sets in New York
Britain’s Cameron Norrie fights back from two sets down to beat ninth seed Diego Schwartzman on day one of the US Open.
Konta reaches New York quarter-finalsKonta reaches New York quarter-finals
British number one Johanna Konta reaches the Western and Southern Open quarter-finals with a straight-set win over former champion Vera Zvonareva.
Williams digs deep to beat qualifier in New YorkWilliams digs deep to beat qualifier in New York
American Serena Williams overcomes a scare against Dutch qualifier Arantxa Rus to reach the Western and Southern Open third round.
Murray admits to feeling ‘a bit off the pace’ before ATP Tour return at weekendMurray admits to feeling ‘a bit off the pace’ before ATP Tour return at weekend
Andy Murray admits he is feeling “off the pace” for his return to the ATP Tour this weekend in New York.
New York attorney general sues to dissolve NRANew York attorney general sues to dissolve NRA
New York’s attorney general announces a lawsuit aimed at dissolving the powerful gun lobbying group.
Coronavirus: The last-round fight for NYC’s bastions of boxing?Coronavirus: The last-round fight for NYC’s bastions of boxing?
With no clear path to reopening, New York’s boxing gyms fear they may never return after the pandemic.
Coronavirus: Florida sets new state daily case record of 15,299Coronavirus: Florida sets new state daily case record of 15,299
A 24-hour tally of 15,299 new coronavirus cases eclipses the worst rates seen in New York in April.
Trump taxes: Supreme Court says New York prosecutors can see recordsTrump taxes: Supreme Court says New York prosecutors can see records
However, the court rules that this information does not have to be shared with Congress.
Black Lives Matter painted outside Trump Tower in New YorkBlack Lives Matter painted outside Trump Tower in New York
The mural was painted on Fifth Avenue and others are planned for each of New York’s five boroughs.
Met Gala challenge paper dress goes viralMet Gala challenge paper dress goes viral
Fashion student Karina Bondareva recreated the dress worn by Cardi B at last year’s Met Gala in New York.
How life has changed for an NYC paramedicHow life has changed for an NYC paramedic
As restrictions in New York are eased, a paramedic reflects on the pandemic and its impact on his life.
Coronavirus: Couple’s ‘incredible’ virtual New York tripCoronavirus: Couple’s ‘incredible’ virtual New York trip
Barbara and Ed Higgins missed out on a dream holiday – but still “went” on it, thanks to their family.
Coronavirus lockdown: Would you report people who break the rules?Coronavirus lockdown: Would you report people who break the rules?
A hotline in New York was mocked for encouraging “snitches” but in Singapore citizen police are out.
How Typhoid Mary left a trail of scandal and deathHow Typhoid Mary left a trail of scandal and death
The chilling story of an Irish immigrant cook who brought typhoid to well-to-do families in New York.
Coronavirus: A run through the ‘warzone’ of New YorkCoronavirus: A run through the ‘warzone’ of New York
A BBC reporter jogs around Central Park, encountering grim sights and pandemic-weary New Yorkers.
Coronavirus: London mayor Sadiq Khan calls for ‘compulsory’ face masksCoronavirus: London mayor Sadiq Khan calls for ‘compulsory’ face masks
Sadiq Khan wants the UK government to follow the likes of New York in changing protection guidelines.