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Where New Yorkers will commemorate the anniversary of Oct. 7 and its aftermath

Here is a list of events around New York City to commemorate the October 7 attacks and their aftermath.

Israelis and supporters rally in support of the hostages outside the United Nations, Oct. 24, 2023.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks to attendees during a celebration at the National Action Network (NAN) for the 72nd birthday of its founder and president, Rev. Al Sharpton, in New York City, US, October 3, 2026.

Mamdani's $7.4m. antisemitism strategy funds groups critical of Israel, financial filings indicate

A demonstrator holds a placard as the McGraw Tower stands in the background during a Justice for Survivors rally at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, US, October 5, 2026.

Cornell students rally in anti-rape protest, demand stronger action against sexual violence

Measles infection (illustrative)

New York declares first US measles disaster emergency since 2025 surge


How did Cornell University internally punish the seven men accused of sexual assault? - report

The lawsuit filed by Jane Doe added fuel to the fire online when it stated that the accused were “afforded the opportunity to mitigate their conduct by submitting essays to Cornell.” 

A student walks by a sign at the entrance of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, US, October 1, 2026.

Woman at center of Cornell rape allegations targeted with threats, lawyer says

Thomas Giuffra, who represents the woman identified as "Jane Doe," told CNN that people have threatened to silence or harm her if she does not withdraw her civil lawsuit.

Student assembly at Cornell University campus in Ithaca, New York Thursday, 1st October 2026

Over 25 NYC Jewish groups oppose Mamdani antisemitism plan, demand new one

The coalition, consisting of over twenty-five New York City-based entities, stated that they represent "everyday New Yorkers across the city" who deal with antisemitism daily.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks during a press conference to announce new legal action to protect immigrant families at City Hall in New York, New York, US, September 14, 2026.

Cornell University's response to student rape allegations to be reviewed by New York A-G - report

The report followed a CBS News release of message screenshots between a former Cornell student and one of the defendants, allegedly from two days following the assault.

New York Attorney-General Letitia James stands with New York Governor Kathy Hochul at a news conference in Manhattan, where the governor announced a review of Cornell University’s initial response to allegations from a former student about being raped at a campus fraternity in 2024, October 2, 2026.

Zohran Mamdani’s antisemitism plan is political warfare, not protection of Jews - opinion

Mamdani’s antisemitism plan raises concerns about whether New York can protect Jews without separating them from their connection to Israel.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani pictured during his first day in office, January 1, 2026.

Eleven Jewish hockey players to watch in the NHL this season

A handful of players with reported Jewish heritage either practice another religion or have unconfirmed Jewish status, with a number of Jewish players also beginning the season in the AHL.

A detail of the NHL logo is seen on a referee's jersey during the game between the Seattle Kraken and the Anaheim Ducks at Climate Pledge Arena on January 23, 2026 in Seattle, Washington; Illustrative.

Anti-Zionist Hasidic man faces deportation to Israel after US protest arrest

Yehonatan Ovadia, an anti-Zionist Hasidic Jew detained by ICE after joining protests against Israel in New York, is now facing deportation back to Israel after his US visa extension was denied.

Yehonatan Ovadia, left, holds a Palestinian flag while participating in an anti-Israel protest alongside other anti-Zionist Hasidic Jews who are holding signs from the Neturei Karta group.

What the data really shows about ‘settler violence’ in the West Bank - opinion

The true objective of the “settler violence” campaign may be much simpler than debate over numbers: serving as a tool in the arsenal of smearing Israel’s very presence.

Britain's Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband speaks at the House of Commons in London

Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv veers off course to Saudi Arabia, Netanyahu meets with UAE president

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Gadi Zaig - the top stories, clear and concise.

An Israeli man presents his passport for control upon arrival from Tel Aviv to the Dubai airport in the United Arab Emirates, on November 26, 2020, on the first scheduled commercial flight operated by budget airline flydubai, following the normalisation of ties between the UAE and Israel.

Republican incumbent spars with Democrat challenger over antisemitism in strongly Jewish NY distict

More than one in five voters in the district, which includes all of Rockland and Putnam counties, as well as parts of Westchester and Dutchess, are Jewish, according to Rosenblum.

US Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) speaks on stage on the second day of the 2026 Republican National Convention at the American Airlines Center on September 10, 2026 in Dallas, Texas.