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Yorkie the terrier makes screen debut in world's first ever travelogue hosted by a dog

A dog called Yorkie made his screen debut Wednesday as star of a campaign to put the scenic English county of York on the world map.

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Bill Cunningham, Pioneering Fashion Photographer of the Street, Dies at 87

​The New York Times photographer was as responsible as anyone for high fashion’s street-style obsession.

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First New York Pride March since Orlando shooting puts focus on gun control

​Two weeks after the worst mass shooting in U.S. history at a gay nightclub in Orlando, New York City held its 46th annual and largest Gay Pride Parade on Sunday with gun control as one of the core themes.

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Rousseff to attend UN ceremony in New York

Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff will travel to New York on Friday for the signing ceremony of the UN Paris Agreement on climate change, her office announced Wednesday.

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U.S. presidential primary vote in New York overshadowed by irregularities

With the news of Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton winning their respective nominating contests in New York state on Tuesday, voting irregularities soon sprung up.

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Donald Trump wins Republican New York primary

New York billionaire developer Donald Trump on Tuesday won overwhelmingly the Republican primary in New York, according to local media reports.

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Former New York policeman sentenced to probation, community service in stairwell shooting case

A former New York police officer will not serve time in prison after a Brooklyn judge on Tuesday reduced the conviction from manslaughter to criminally negligent homicide.

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Pulitzer Prizes mark 100th year with Monday's awards

The Pulitzers recognize excellence in categories that range from breaking news reporting to public service articles to feature photography.

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Sanders' winning streak could hit snag in New York primary

U.S. Democratic presidential contender Bernie Sanders has been on a winning streak in recent weeks, but he is likely to run into trouble in the New York state primary later this month, experts said.

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Tens of thousands rally in major U.S. cities to protest conviction of former New York policeman

Tens of thousands of people rallied Saturday in more than 30 American cities to protest the conviction of Peter Liang, a former New York police officer of Chinese descent. ​

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Australia's northern states braced for possible outbreak of Zika virus

​Australia's northern states are in the process of safeguarding themselves against the spread of the Zika virus, which the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a "global health emergency."

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Monster winter storm kills at least 12 as it slams U.S. East Coast

A massive winter storm has been clobbering the eastern region of the United States, forcing more cities along the East Coast to be shut down Saturday, leaving at least 12 people dead and stranding thousands on the roads and at airports.

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New York's Thanksgiving parade kicks off holiday season amid heightened security

​The 89th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade returned to march down streets of New York City on Thursday, ushering in the start of holiday season with a large number of participants and spectators.

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New York State announces new measures for fight against terrorism

​New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced two new measures -- a free smartphone app and increased police presence in hubs of transportation -- to enhance the state's ability to fight terrorism.

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New York City mayor declares Lunar New Year a public school holiday

​Mayor Bill de Blasio on Tuesday announced Lunar New Year an official public school holiday in New York City, which will allow tens of thousands of students of Asian descent to celebrate the festival without having to miss class.

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U.S. stocks pull back after Friday's big rally

​U.S. stocks ended lower after volatile trading on Monday, as investors were looking for excuses to lock in gains.

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World Trade Center Observatory tickets on sale

New York's One World Observatory which is scheduled to be officially open to the public on May 29 has its tickets available for purchase beginning Wednesday.