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Wednesday, October 7, 2026 · 42 stories
Luis Rojas Cabrera, an unlicensed doctor, has been charged with depraved indifference murder following the death of a 27-year-old patient. The charges were upgraded as the investigation progressed.
Two men, D'Angelo Caraballo and Sneider Mejia, have been arrested in Massachusetts in connection with the stabbing of an off-duty NYPD detective during a robbery attempt in the Bronx. The detective was reportedly stabbed seven times in the torso and leg. The arrests were made by NYPD detectives who tracked the suspects to a basement in Lynn, approximately 15 miles from Boston.
The increasing congestion on Central Park's car-free loop has led to a rise in accidents, including the recent death of a 71-year-old man who fell from his bike while trying to avoid an off-leash dog. This incident underscores concerns about safety as the park's 6-mile loop becomes busier.
New York City is observing the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel with various events, including vigils, memorials, and protests across the boroughs. Mayor Zohran Mamdani, facing scrutiny over his stance on the conflict, is expected to attend a vigil honoring the victims while also meeting with Palestinian New Yorkers. Other activities include memorial gatherings organized by Jewish groups and protests against Israel's actions in Gaza, with some activists criticizing the mayor for not fulfilling campaign promises related to Palestinian issues.
Luis Rojas, a wellness practitioner in the Bronx, has been charged with depraved indifference murder following the death of 27-year-old Elizabeth Baron in July. Rojas, who promoted himself as a holistic doctor, was previously charged with reckless endangerment and unauthorized practice of a profession, as he lacks a valid medical license in the U.S., although he was licensed in the Dominican Republic.
An 8-month-old girl who survived a fall from a Bronx balcony has been upgraded to stable condition. The incident involved the child's mother, Nathaly Ramirez, who was reportedly pushed from the balcony while holding her daughter. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, which occurred on Olinville Avenue in Allerton.
Inquest under way into why President Lula’s success in curbing Amazon deforestation has not lead to success at polls More fire, more ash, more crime, more death. And a globally important ecosystem driven ever more rapidly towards a point of no return.
New Zealand authorities are investigating the alleged hijacker of a Flydubai flight, who reportedly completed part of his flight training in the country. The co-pilot, Hamam al-Hammami, spent 175 days in New Zealand until May 2019, after abandoning a degree in Australia. Police confirmed he was training for a UK-based company that is no longer operating in New Zealand.
Residents of Kibbutz Nir Oz are reflecting on the devastation caused by the Hamas-led attacks on October 7, 2023, which resulted in significant loss of life and trauma. As the community marks the third anniversary of the attacks, some survivors are beginning to return, although many homes remain in ruins and the rebuilding process is ongoing. The kibbutz, which was heavily impacted, is undergoing a complex reconstruction effort aimed at balancing remembrance and healing for those who wish to return.
Japanese beer companies Asahi, Kirin, and Suntory Spirits have confirmed that their premises were searched by the Japan Fair Trade Commission as part of an investigation into alleged price-fixing. Reports indicate that Sapporo Breweries was also involved in the raids. The investigation focuses on price increases implemented by these companies in April and October of the previous year, attributed to rising costs of raw materials and other factors.