'Between the quiet hallways and the empty streets, there is a misleadingly peaceful atmosphere outside, that does not reflect the stress and tragedy happening every day between hospital walls.'
Facing the prospect of empty stands at the first fanless Grand Slam since the coronavirus outbreak, top contenders at this year's US Open admit that the unprecedented new hush will take some getting used to.
Serena Williams did not need the help of a fan-filled Arthur Ashe Stadium to provide a lift during her 7-5, 6-4 win over the 96th ranked Kristie Ahn.
Forgot what happened in the week gone by? Here's a quick recap of what took place in 10 images.
'Working from home is a privilege for many, while showing up every day to serve others is a measure of devoted service to fellow humans required of many jobs in service to each other that create a civil society,' a CEO responds to Sree Sreenivasan's Work Remotely Forever Pledge.
The race, held annually since 1897, is the world's most prestigious marathon and generally draws over 30,000 runners from all over the world.
The streaming site recently bagged the rights for the book after a round of competitive bidding.
Under the eight-year association, TCS will take on the role of Title Sponsor of the New York City Marathon in 2014, the software major said in a statement.
While the likely intensity of the third wave is still a matter of debate, wisdom lies in being financially prepared for it, advises Bindisha Sarang.
Hassanain is being charged with Assault in the Third Degree as a Hate Crime, Assault in the Third Degree, and Aggravated Harassment in the Second Degree, and will be arraigned on Saturday, it added.
"The free world must embrace its national foundations. It must not attempt to erase them or replace them. Looking around this large magnificent planet, the truth is plain to see. If you want freedom take pride in your country. If you want democracy, hold on to your sovereignty. If you want peace, love your nation," he said.
Subway riders across the world got an eyeful on Sunday as thousands of commuters across several countries, including the United States, Britain and Czech Republic, stripped down to their underwear in celebration of the 19th annual No Pants Subway Ride. 'The idea behind No Pants is simple: Random passengers board a subway car at separate stops in the middle of winter without pants,' the event's website says. The silly tradition was created by Improv Everywhere, a comedy performance art group, in New York City in 2002. Take a look.
In this special presentation, Rediff.com / India Abroad writers amalgamate various perspectives; assimilate diverse experiences to gauge the pulse of New York City.
Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda take another bite out of The Big Apple.
Wilson Kipsang won a lucrative duel to the finish to join compatriot Mary Keitany in a Kenyan sweep of exciting men's and women's races at a cold, windy New York City Marathon on Sunday.
Hundreds of passengers across the globe stripped off their trousers and skirts for the worldwide "No Pants Subway Ride". What started out as a group prank in New York has now become an annual event and spread to more than 27 countries.
"India has been deeply concerned over the rapidly deteriorating situation in Ukraine and the ensuing humanitarian crisis," India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador T S Tirumurti said.
Here's a collection of amazing snaps taken by photographers while flying to destinations for assignments
'Success comes only to those who dare and act,' says proud father Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.
The new-age tech-savvy buyer is seeking new shopping experiences. They need to be engaged. Indian retailers are still playing catch up with these customers.
The gold-plated sarnie is essentially a cheese toastie.
White House condemns attempted attacks; New York Police Department increase patrols at other major newsrooms.
The trilateral AUKUS security alliance complements partnerships like Quad and there was a "very warm embrace" of the deal by India and Japan as both the countries totally understood and supported what it is seeking to achieve, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Thursday.
While Trump supporters celebrated the win with late night parties, deafening silence prevailed in Hillary Clinton camp.
The world is weird and we have the images to prove it!
The 2010 FIFA World Cup winner took to Twitter to express that he wants to win the Emperor's Cup with the Japanese side.
Tired of the boring marathons and races? Take a look at these weird-themed races from across the world.
With the help of South Delhi Municipal Corporation, the seven wonders of the world -- Taj Mahal, Great Pyramid of Giza, Eiffel Tower, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Christ the Redeemer statue, the Colosseum and Statute of Liberty -- have moved to the nation's capital. Welcome to the Seven Wonders Park at Rajiv Gandhi Smriti Van located near the Sarai Kale Khan bus terminus. Take a look.
Bullying of Asian American students, including Sikhs, has nearly doubled in public schools in New York City, according to a report by two civil rights groups.
The Peacock Magazine's cover girl Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is getting trolled for taking inspiration from another cover.
India abstained from a procedural vote taken in the United Nations Security Council to call for a rare special emergency session of the UN General Assembly on Russia's aggression against Ukraine, even as New Delhi welcomed Moscow and Kyiv's decision to hold talks at the Belarus border.
The Federation of Indian Associations, the largest non-profit umbrella organisation in the tri-state area of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut of the Indian community, lit up the monument in a special ceremony organised by the FIA in cooperation with the Empire State Realty Trust.
Revisiting the deadliest terrorist attack on American soil, 15 years later.
A regular at NYC Pride and RuPaul's DragCon, he wants everyone to 'be yourself always, no matter what'.
He said his administration will spare 'no resources or expense in this effort' to investigate who sent the packages.
England great Frank Lampard will have to wait to make his Major League Soccer (MLS) debut after he was ruled out of New York City FC's match against Toronto FC on Sunday with a calf strain.
Guterres gestured to make a victory sign as he was administered the shot.
Novak Djokovic cruised past Germany's Jan-Lennard Struff 6-3, 6-1 on Wednesday to reach a record-equalling eighth Western & Southern Open semi-final in New York where he will face Spaniard Roberto Bautista Agut.
These 10 images prove that the world is wonderfully weird.
Saif Ali Khan will be the grand marshal this weekend at the India Day Parade at New York City's Fifth Avenue.
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