French MP Raphaël Glucksmann calls for the US to return the Statue of Liberty, criticizing American values and referencing US funding cuts to science and education.

The NYPD impounded three Bushwick party buses, sparking backlash. One, a vintage 1967 double-decker, was damaged during towing. Owner Robin Russell-French considers legal action, while local officials state intervention followed community complaints.

The New York Public Library will exhibit Joan Didion and John Gregory Dunne's archives, featuring 336 boxes of various personal and professional items.

'The Gates,' a project by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, returns as an AR experience in Central Park and an exhibit at The Shed, reflecting on its impact on public art and healing post-9/11.

The New York Historical Society's exhibit "The Year of Flaco" honors the escaped owl Flaco and discusses avian welfare in urban areas; it includes memorabilia and runs until July 6.

NYC offers various events to celebrate Black History Month, including music, poetry, food, comedy, outdoor activities, and exhibitions reflecting Black culture.

Holocaust survivors gathered at NYC's Museum of Jewish Heritage for the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation, sharing memories and concerns about rising antisemitism.

The Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel in Manhattan, known for serving celebrities, celebrated its 125th anniversary and underwent a $20 million renovation to update its facilities while preserving privacy for grieving families.

The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is set to be taken down and repurposed as lumber for Habitat for Humanity.

Over 100 workers were laid off at New York's Tin Building after an employment authorization check, exacerbating the venue's existing financial challenges.

A book borrowed in 1952 was returned after 72 years to the NYPL's Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, offering a glimpse into the city's past and avoiding late fees due to a recent policy change.

The Kwanzaa Crawl in Brooklyn celebrated unity and supported black businesses with thousands attending to embrace cultural solidarity and economic empowerment.

Street art installations across New York City bring vibrancy to public spaces, featuring interactive and whimsical pieces, including a 16-foot aluminum pigeon and luminescent spheres at Pier 17.