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Zohran Mamdani

Zohran Mamdani was elected to the position of mayor of New York City in November 2025, after running as the Democratic Party nominee. A member of the Democratic Socialists of America, Mamdani campaigned on a string of politicies aimed at improving the lives of the city's working classes, including free buses, rent freezes and creating a network of city-owned grocery stores. However, his left-wing politics, his Muslim faith and his opposition to Israel's war in Gaza made national and international headlines. His victory was seen by many as a victory for those on the Democratic Party's left wing.

A rainbow flag blows in the wind inside Christopher Park near the Stonewall Inn in New York in June 2019. Photo: Reuters

United States

Trump admin removes rainbow flag from birthplace of US gay rights movement

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani called it an ‘act of erasure’, while others described the move as an attack on the queer community.

11 Feb 2026 - 7:39AM

United States

‘Wake-up call’: Obama and Clinton speak out as latest killing shocks US

26 Jan 2026 - 5:23PMvideocam

United States

‘Dangerous Arctic blast’: millions in US brace for monster storm

24 Jan 2026 - 9:02PMvideocam

United States

New York City Mayor Mamdani joins picket line as 15,000 nurses strike

The city’s new mayor backs the walkout as thousands of nurses strike over pay, staffing and workplace safety.

13 Jan 2026 - 11:08AMvideocam

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani joins nurses from New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Centre. Photo: AFP

Celebrity style

Meet Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, who styled Zohran Mamdani’s wife Rama Duwaji

The former fashion editor called out Kanye West’s ‘White Lives Matter’ tees, and resigned from Vogue publisher Condé Nast after criticising Israel’s bombing of Gaza.

6 Jan 2026 - 5:33PM

United States

Zohran Mamdani takes over as New York mayor in the era of Trump

Mamdani sworn in as the first Muslim leader of America’s biggest city, placing his hand on a Koran as he took his oath.

1 Jan 2026 - 1:52PM

US-China relations

‘Missing’ 6-year-old Yuanxin and father reunited, then deported together to China

Activist says separation from son pressured dad to accept deportation so they could be together, despite fear of returning to homeland.

31 Dec 2025 - 6:46AMvideocam

Yuanxin, the six-year-old son of Chinese asylum seeker Fei Zheng, whose separation by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement in late 2025 sparked national attention and public outcry. Photo: Handout

Fame and celebrity

Meet Sarah Sherman, the comedian who just played a drunk raccoon on SNL

The New York-born comedian took a jab at Donald Trump on SNL’s Weekend Update, and her surreal special Sarah Squirm: Live + in the Flesh was just released.

13 Dec 2025 - 6:00PMvideocam

US-China relations

Chinese boy Yuanxin, 6, speaks with father for first time since ICE detention

Phone call brings ‘relief’ to parent, though officials still will not say where the child is being held.

10 Dec 2025 - 6:17AMvideocam

United States

Mamdani tells immigrant New Yorkers about their right not to comply with ICE

Mayor-elect’s video instructs New Yorkers on their right to remain silent, film agents, and refuse entry without a judicial warrant signed by a judge.

8 Dec 2025 - 8:49AM

Police and ICE officers stand guard as people gather near a General Services Administration parking lot to prevent ICE from leaving for an immigration raid in New York City. Photo: Reuters

US-China relations

Whereabouts of 6-year-old Chinese boy Yuanxin unknown after ICE detention

US official claims the child’s father endangered his well-being by refusing to board plane, but does not disclose location.

3 Dec 2025 - 10:51AMvideocam

Advocacy groups in the US are urging the public to apply pressure on elected officials over concerns for a 6-year-old boy separated from his father by ICE. Photo: Instagram/ immigrationcoalition

US-China relations

Opinion | ‘America first’ can’t mean America alone if West hopes to counter China

Keeping US allies onside means rolling back tariffs and coming up with a long-term strategy, both of which are counter to Trump’s strengths.

2 Dec 2025 - 9:30PMvideocam

United States

Unlikely thaw: Trump, New York City mayor-elect Mamdani find harmony – for now

Their first meeting brought unexpected warmth, with Trump praising Mamdani as both leaders signalled willingness to work together.

22 Nov 2025 - 8:01AMvideocam

Donald Trump

Trump and New York mayor-elect Mamdani set for high-stakes White House meeting

Zohran Mamdani is ‘ready for whatever happens’ after the US president branded him a ‘communist’ and suggested he be deported.

21 Nov 2025 - 3:44PMvideocam

US President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani are set to meet at the White House on Friday. Photo: AFP

Icons and Influencers

Meet billionaire heir Sammy Nussdorf, founder of Meadow Lane

The heir to a billionaire New York family, Nussdorf studied at NYU and went to culinary school before opening his luxury grocery store.

19 Nov 2025 - 6:00PM

After several delays, Sammy Nussdorf’s Meadow Lane luxury grocery store has opened in New York. Photo: @pontefirm/Instagram

US-China relations

What Zohran Mamdani’s New York win could mean for future of China-US ties

Analysts say rise of Democratic Party’s left wing could ease pressure on China, but some warn New York mayoral race offers limited insights.

15 Nov 2025 - 10:00PMvideocam

United States

Opinion | Why Zohran Mamdani’s New York election win resonates beyond the US

As cities grapple with high living costs, Mamdani’s mayoral campaign reflects the global challenge of reconciling growth with fairness and accountability.

14 Nov 2025 - 7:50AMvideocam

Malaysia

Madani or Mamdani? New York mayor’s name mix-up goes viral in Malaysia

Prime Minister Anwar has spent three years promoting Malaysia Madani, a slogan using the Arabic term for ‘civil’, as the heart of his government.

7 Nov 2025 - 2:12PM

New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani meets reporters during a conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Thursday. Photo: AP

India

‘Badhai!’ In India, a celebration for Mamdani’s New York mayoral win

After his victory, Mamdani thanked his Indian-born parents, quoted a Jawaharlal Nehru speech and partied Bollywood-style.

6 Nov 2025 - 4:12AMvideocam

United States

Mamdani unveils all-woman team as he prepares to ‘Trump-proof’ New York

The US president had repeatedly threatened to cut federal funding to the city – and even take it over – if the Democratic candidate won.

6 Nov 2025 - 3:40AM

Africa

‘I can also make it’: pride in Uganda over Mamdani’s New York City win

Mamdani’s mayoral win is a ‘beacon of hope’ for Ugandan activists seeking change under President Yoweri Museveni’s four-decade rule.

6 Nov 2025 - 12:40AMvideocam

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani delivers a speech following his victory in the New York City mayoral race. Photo: dpa

United States

Zohran Mamdani elected New York City mayor, capping stunning rise

The 34-year-old democratic socialist will be the city’s first Muslim mayor, and its youngest in over a century.

6 Nov 2025 - 7:48AMvideocam

Zohran Mamdani gives his victory speech in New York. Photo: AP

US Politics

Trump backs Cuomo, threatens to cut funds for New York City if Mamdani wins

The US president, a former New York City resident of note, has loomed over the mayoral race for months.

4 Nov 2025 - 2:55PM

United States

Is New York’s Zohran Mamdani the future of the struggling US Democrats?

The 34-year-old New York mayoral candidate is constitutionally barred from running for president, but his success signals hope for the direction of America’s left.

28 Oct 2025 - 3:02PM

Celebrity style

How Zohran Mamdani’s style is a nod to the working-class New Yorker

The NYC mayoral candidate just went viral for his clapback against Andrew Cuomo – but he’s also winning hearts with a fashion sense that draws from his roots.

25 Oct 2025 - 8:00PMvideocam

New York

Trump threatens New York City funding over Mamdani after Adams bows out

Trump said a Zohran Mamdani victory will mean the Democrat will have issues with Washington, adding: ‘Remember, he needs money from me’.

30 Sep 2025 - 1:54AM

New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani at a press conference in New York on Monday. Photo: Reuters

United States

Why is this man Trump’s new political target?

US president vows to ‘save New York City’, threatening arrest and deportation if Muslim, Indian-American Zohran Mamdani wins mayoral race.

3 Jul 2025 - 1:12PM

Icons and Influencers

Meet artist Rama Duwaji, wife of New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani

Duwaji’s modern-day love story saw her celebrate her engagement to Mamdani in Dubai, where she has family, and get married at the New York City’s clerk’s office in a civil ceremony.

25 Jun 2025 - 6:07PM

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Trump admin removes rainbow flag from birthplace of US gay rights movement

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani called it an ‘act of erasure’, while others described the move as an attack on the queer community.

‘Wake-up call’: Obama and Clinton speak out as latest killing shocks US

‘Dangerous Arctic blast’: millions in US brace for monster storm

New York City Mayor Mamdani joins picket line as 15,000 nurses strike

The city’s new mayor backs the walkout as thousands of nurses strike over pay, staffing and workplace safety.

Meet Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, who styled Zohran Mamdani’s wife Rama Duwaji

The former fashion editor called out Kanye West’s ‘White Lives Matter’ tees, and resigned from Vogue publisher Condé Nast after criticising Israel’s bombing of Gaza.

Zohran Mamdani takes over as New York mayor in the era of Trump

Mamdani sworn in as the first Muslim leader of America’s biggest city, placing his hand on a Koran as he took his oath.

‘Missing’ 6-year-old Yuanxin and father reunited, then deported together to China

Activist says separation from son pressured dad to accept deportation so they could be together, despite fear of returning to homeland.

Meet Sarah Sherman, the comedian who just played a drunk raccoon on SNL

The New York-born comedian took a jab at Donald Trump on SNL’s Weekend Update, and her surreal special Sarah Squirm: Live + in the Flesh was just released.

Chinese boy Yuanxin, 6, speaks with father for first time since ICE detention

Phone call brings ‘relief’ to parent, though officials still will not say where the child is being held.

Mamdani tells immigrant New Yorkers about their right not to comply with ICE

Mayor-elect’s video instructs New Yorkers on their right to remain silent, film agents, and refuse entry without a judicial warrant signed by a judge.

Whereabouts of 6-year-old Chinese boy Yuanxin unknown after ICE detention

US official claims the child’s father endangered his well-being by refusing to board plane, but does not disclose location.

.css-1m2rp1p{color:#34b8b5;}Opinion | ‘America first’ can’t mean America alone if West hopes to counter China

Keeping US allies onside means rolling back tariffs and coming up with a long-term strategy, both of which are counter to Trump’s strengths.

Unlikely thaw: Trump, New York City mayor-elect Mamdani find harmony – for now

Their first meeting brought unexpected warmth, with Trump praising Mamdani as both leaders signalled willingness to work together.

Trump and New York mayor-elect Mamdani set for high-stakes White House meeting

Zohran Mamdani is ‘ready for whatever happens’ after the US president branded him a ‘communist’ and suggested he be deported.

Meet billionaire heir Sammy Nussdorf, founder of Meadow Lane

The heir to a billionaire New York family, Nussdorf studied at NYU and went to culinary school before opening his luxury grocery store.

What Zohran Mamdani’s New York win could mean for future of China-US ties

Analysts say rise of Democratic Party’s left wing could ease pressure on China, but some warn New York mayoral race offers limited insights.

Opinion | Why Zohran Mamdani’s New York election win resonates beyond the US

As cities grapple with high living costs, Mamdani’s mayoral campaign reflects the global challenge of reconciling growth with fairness and accountability.

Madani or Mamdani? New York mayor’s name mix-up goes viral in Malaysia

Prime Minister Anwar has spent three years promoting Malaysia Madani, a slogan using the Arabic term for ‘civil’, as the heart of his government.

‘Badhai!’ In India, a celebration for Mamdani’s New York mayoral win

After his victory, Mamdani thanked his Indian-born parents, quoted a Jawaharlal Nehru speech and partied Bollywood-style.

Mamdani unveils all-woman team as he prepares to ‘Trump-proof’ New York

The US president had repeatedly threatened to cut federal funding to the city – and even take it over – if the Democratic candidate won.

‘I can also make it’: pride in Uganda over Mamdani’s New York City win

Mamdani’s mayoral win is a ‘beacon of hope’ for Ugandan activists seeking change under President Yoweri Museveni’s four-decade rule.

Zohran Mamdani elected New York City mayor, capping stunning rise

The 34-year-old democratic socialist will be the city’s first Muslim mayor, and its youngest in over a century.

Trump backs Cuomo, threatens to cut funds for New York City if Mamdani wins

The US president, a former New York City resident of note, has loomed over the mayoral race for months.

Is New York’s Zohran Mamdani the future of the struggling US Democrats?

The 34-year-old New York mayoral candidate is constitutionally barred from running for president, but his success signals hope for the direction of America’s left.

How Zohran Mamdani’s style is a nod to the working-class New Yorker

The NYC mayoral candidate just went viral for his clapback against Andrew Cuomo – but he’s also winning hearts with a fashion sense that draws from his roots.

Trump threatens New York City funding over Mamdani after Adams bows out

Trump said a Zohran Mamdani victory will mean the Democrat will have issues with Washington, adding: ‘Remember, he needs money from me’.

Why is this man Trump’s new political target?

US president vows to ‘save New York City’, threatening arrest and deportation if Muslim, Indian-American Zohran Mamdani wins mayoral race.

Meet artist Rama Duwaji, wife of New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani

Duwaji’s modern-day love story saw her celebrate her engagement to Mamdani in Dubai, where she has family, and get married at the New York City’s clerk’s office in a civil ceremony.

Opinion | ‘America first’ can’t mean America alone if West hopes to counter China