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Melania and Donald Trump at a party in 2002

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James Ramsay

Published Aug 28, 2024

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Good Wednesday afternoon in New York City, where coaster die-hards say the Cyclone's breakdowns are part of its charm.

Here's what else is happening:

A 62-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly brandishing a gun at a young woman working in "an Italian-influenced taco eatery" on Long Island.
New Jersey drivers say the most annoying thing on the road is "drivers from out of state," according to a northjersey.com poll.
Donald Trump may have soured on his hometown, but his wife is still bullish on New York City 28 years after arriving here.
Bensonhurst's own Leonard Riggio, who bought the flagship Barnes & Noble store back in 1971 and turned the brand into what it is now, has died at the age of 83.
The U.S. Open: Come for the hats and t-shirts, stay for the tennis.
The Tadao Ando-designed Malibu house that Kanye West gutted in an attempt to make it a windowless art structure has reportedly been resold for $21 million.
Adam Sandler is thrilled about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship.
It's Seafoam Szn!
And finally, almost: