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Zohran Mamdani

Zohran Mamdani
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.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani attends a press conference in New York in January. Photo: TNS
United States

New York Mayor Mamdani puts city’s government back on TikTok

The city’s top official, himself a social media star, has reversed a ban on the app that was sparked by concerns over its Chinese links.

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Crime

New York police say device thrown near anti-Islam protest was explosive

Crime

New York police arrest man after officers pelted in massive snowball fight

United States

NYPD investigating after officers hit with snowballs: ‘criminal behaviour’

Multiple officers responding to a massive snowball fight were taken to hospital after what one union head called an ‘assault’.

An organised snowball fight takes place in Washington Square Park in New York on Monday. Photo: AFPP)
Extreme weather

Blizzard blast: New York City battens down for major winter storm

Mayor shuts down traffic network as millions brace for ‘extremely treacherous’ conditions.

US-China relations

Exclusive | Hasan Piker talks about his controversial China trip – and ‘thinking Chinese thoughts’

One of the most influential political commentators among young Americans, Piker claims Americans are ‘taught to hate China’, calling it ‘stupid’.

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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.

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

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

Two former presidents join the outcry over the shooting of Alex Pretti, as video analysis appears to contradict the government’s statements.

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United States

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

Exposure to the likes of minus 45 degrees Celsius without proper clothing can lead to hypothermia very ‍quickly, experts warn.

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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.

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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.

Former Vogue contributing editor Gabriella Karefa-Johnson just styled Rama Duwaji for Zohran Mamdani’s inauguration as mayor of New York. Photo: @gabriellak_j/Instagram
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.

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.

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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.

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Sarah Sherman is famed for her physical comedy – but she knows how to get glammed up, too. Photo: AP
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.

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The location of 6-year-old Yuanxin remains unknown more than a week after he was separated from his father during a routine ICE check-in. Photo: Family picture
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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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Zohran Mamdani’s victory in the New York mayoral election has become a talking point in China. Photo: TNS
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.

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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.

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.

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New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and his mother Mira Nair wave to the crowd during an election night party in Brooklyn on Tuesday. Photo: EPA
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.

New York Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani and (from left) Transition Executive Director, Elana Leopold, Transition Co-chairs, Melanie Hartzog, Maria Torres-Springer, and Grace Bonilla arrive for a press conference in Queens on Wednesday. Photo: AFP
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.

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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.

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