Man who lived rent-free in New Yorker Hotel, then claimed to own it, pleads guilty to fraud charge

February 19, 2026 · The Independent

Christians mark Ash Wednesday, beginning the Lenten Season in photos
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Zuckerberg admits he comes off ‘fake’ and ‘cheesy’ in court testimony
Zuckerberg admits he comes off ‘fake’ and ‘cheesy’ in court testimony
Mamdani’s budget ultimatum for Gov. Hochul is a crisis of his own making
Many players and factors brought about the current “crisis.”
Medscheme, Bonitas set for high court showdown next month
Medscheme alleges improper procurement at Bonitas, now under forensic investigation by the Council for Medical Schemes.
NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that offici