A 66-year-old woman was assaulted with a golf club in a Manhattan subway by an unidentified man; she is hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries while police seek information.

A man in the Bronx was hospitalized after trying to protect his dog from a machete attack, resulting in the loss of four fingers. The suspect fled and is being sought by police.

Bryant Park's ice rink, managed by Rink Management Services, generates significant revenue, with free admission but charges for skate rentals, contributing to a festive environment that supports local employment and community activities.