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Audit finds federal immigration arrests in NYC up 70% under Trump

Federal immigration arrests in New York City have surged by more than 70% since President Donald Trump returned to office, according to a city audit that points to a sharp rise in enforcement activity across the five boroughs. Commissioned by Mayor Zohran Mamdani shortly after he entered office this year, the audit found that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 5,567 people in the New York City area from 20 January, 2025, when Mr Trump, a Republican, was sworn in for a new term, through 10 March, 2026. The report…

Somali-born Abdi Nageeye Triumphs in the 2024 NYC Marathon, Achieving a Remarkable Comeback

Toronto, Canada (AX) — On Sunday, Abdi Nageeye, who hails from Somalia, achieved a long-desired redemption by conquering the 2024 New York City Marathon with a time of 2:07:39. This remarkable feat made him the first Dutchman to seize victory in this legendary race. In a dramatic finale, Nageeye surged past Evans Chebet of Kenya, the previous year's champion, clinching the win with a six-second advantage. This victory follows a difficult exit from the Paris Olympics, marking a significant landmark in his professional journey…