On April 2, 2013, members of the media were granted access to the One World Observatory, a room on the 100th floor of One World Trade Center with 360-degree panorama views. The space will be open to the public in 2015, about a year after the Freedom Tower is expected to be completed.
From China to New York City, a look at celebrations around the world for the Chinese Lunar New Year of the Snake.
Residents of the Northeastern United States are dealing with the aftermath of a blizzard that pummeled the region on Saturday, dumping up to 40 inches of snow. At least nine people were killed and thousands were without power, Reuters reported on Sunday.
Grand Central Terminal in New York City turns 100. Take a look at photos of the historial landmark which had its grand beginnings in 1913. Photos taken by Brendan McDermid of Reuters.
A nor’easter added a wet blanket of snow to areas of New York and New Jersey still recovering from Superstorm Sandy.
Kevin Balot from the Philippines takes the crown at the Miss International Queen 2012 transgender/transsexual beauty pageant, Russian soldiers rehearsal for a military parade in Red Square, Shaolin monks perform qigong, pet owners show off their furry (and fur-challenged) friends and more in today’s daily brief.
Costumed fans arrive for the opening session of the 2012 New York Comic Con at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City. The four day event is the largest pop culture event on the East Coast.
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Occupy Wall Street movement marks one year anniversary, racers get ready for Formula One Singapore Grand Prix, Vladimir Putin Peak and more in today’s daily brief.
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Dozens of arrests took place in the financial district of New York City as police confronted activists celebrating the one year anniversary of what became known as “Occupy Wall Street.” The protesters tried to surround the Stock Exchange and interrupt traffic as part of marking the anniversary according to a Reuters report.
On the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Americans across the country are paying tribute to those who lost their lives. Powerful images from memorial services in Shanksville, Pa., Arlington, Va., New York City and elsewhere around the nation show how raw emotions still are, but also how the nation has moved forward but not forgotten.
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