Popular Times Square restaurant Un Deux Trois shuts down after 48 years: ‘It’s a staple’
Bidding for Broadway takes place on Sunday. We visited Café en de Trois, a well-loved French spot in Midtown that’s been around for 48 years. This marks a heartbreaking moment for local residents. The venue, launched by Gerald Brains, Georges Genancia, and Michael Morse in the spring of 1977, has long been one of the […]
Police took many hearing and visually impaired teenagers to the New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square.
New York City police treated dozens of deaf and visually impaired teens to a special New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square, aiming to help them have their dreams come true. This initiative was highlighted during an announcement on Thursday. About 50 youths, primarily in their teens to early 20s, engaged in the vibrant festivities, […]
Andy Cohen criticizes former NYC Mayor Eric Adams in a passionate outburst after the Times Square ball drop
Right after the New Year’s Eve ball fell in Times Square, Andy Cohen took aim at former New York City Mayor Eric Adams, while his co-host Anderson Cooper appeared hesitant to interrupt. Cohen, 57, didn’t hold back as he reflected on what he deemed Adams’ “horrible” term, urging the ex-mayor—who is currently without a job—to […]
New Year’s Eve partygoers face cold temperatures in Times Square for the ball drop to welcome 2026.
New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Times Square Under Freezing Conditions As the countdown for New Year’s Eve approached, thousands gathered in Times Square, braving frigid temperatures and light snow to witness the famous ball drop. “I can’t feel my legs. It’s freezing! But we’re trying our best,” said Vanessa Ramirez, a 35-year-old visitor from Colombia, […]
Eric Adams concludes his time as NYC mayor with the Times Square New Year’s Eve ball drop, while insiders reflect on a ‘mixed bag’ experience.
Eric Adams’ Tenure as NYC Mayor Comes to a Close In a fitting finale, Eric Adams wrapped up his term as New York City’s mayor on Wednesday, celebrating with a New Year’s Eve ball drop in Times Square—an event that mirrored the very start of his tenure. As the clock struck 11:59 p.m., Adams, known […]
Two reasons to skip the overly crowded and costly ball drop in Times Square for New Year’s Eve
The overwhelming crowds at the Times Square ball drop have a major downside: the need for, well, diapers. Attendees are reportedly wearing up to four layers of Depen’s adult diapers, which vendors are selling for $50 a pair. Once you’re inside, it’s nearly impossible to leave for a bathroom break, according to sellers. Orlando Mendez, […]
Meet the ‘confetti king’ of Times Square this New Year’s Eve
As the clock ticks down to midnight on New Year’s Eve, Trev Heining keeps a watchful eye on the digital display under the iconic Waterford crystal ball in Times Square. A palpable excitement builds in the atmosphere as the crowd joins in for the countdown. “…5, 4, 3, 2, 1…” With the midnight hour reached, […]
Hotel in Times Square providing $120K New Year’s Eve packages for couples
Exclusive New Year’s Eve Package at The Knickerbocker Hotel For those looking to celebrate New Year’s Eve in style, get ready to open your wallet at a popular spot in Times Square. The Knickerbocker Hotel is marking its 120th anniversary with a lavish $120,000 package aimed at couples. It’s being touted as “a once-in-a-century celebration” […]
Times Square to Celebrate New Year’s and Fourth of July with a Patriotic Ball Drop
As the U.S. gears up to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Times Square is set to host the Patriotic Ball Drop and the Independence Day Ball Drop right after the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop. In a statement from America 250, a bipartisan group established by Congress for organizing celebrations, it was noted that there will […]
Billboards featuring Jesus as a Palestinian appear in Times Square advertising campaign
Billboard in Times Square Claims Jesus was Palestinian A recent billboard in Times Square, put up by the American Arab Discrimination Commission, asserts that Jesus was Palestinian, which raises some eyebrows given that the Palestinian state wasn’t established until nearly 2,000 years after Jesus’s birth. The billboard boldly states, “Jesus is Palestinian, Merry Christmas.” The […]