Moonies Cut Midtown Deal To Unload Longtime HQ To Bentley Zhao
The Unification Church has a contract to sell its Midtown headquarters at 4 W. 43rd St. to an affiliate of Bentley Zhao’s New Empire, according to Crain’s. The move could clear the way for redevelopment near the Theater District.
Accused Climate Hack Ringleader Lands In Manhattan, Freed On $1 Million Bond
Amit Forlit appeared in Manhattan federal court after extradition, pleading not guilty in a case alleging a global hack‑for‑hire scheme that targeted climate activists.
Manhattan Judge Shoots Down Bayer Bid to Muzzle J&J Cancer Drug Ads
A Manhattan judge denied Bayer's bid to block Johnson & Johnson ads claiming Erleada halves the risk of death versus Nubeqa, leaving the Lanham Act suit to play out in court.
Mortgage Rates Sink To Four-Week Low, But Buyers Still Feel The Squeeze
Freddie Mac’s weekly survey shows the 30‑year fixed rate fell to 6.30% as of April 16, 2026 — a four‑week low that eases some pressure but leaves affordability strained.
Deer Park Tenants Trickle Back After Maple Crest Apartment Inferno
After a weekend fire at Maple Crest Garden Apartments in Deer Park, dozens of tenants have returned as crews inspected units and relief groups helped displaced families. Officials say clothing left on a stove started the blaze.











