The Ultimate guide to Manhattan

It is time to explore Manhattan, you’ve got the trip planned and you are ready to go. But Manhattan is so big, how do you start, or where do you start, well we’ve got you covered with; The ultimate guide to Manhattan, one of the 5 boroughs of New York City. Some may argue it is the most important borough in New York; in financial terms it is, since it is home to Wall street.

An important note to remember is Manhattan is a huge area and if you are looking to explore Manhattan over one or two days, you’ll need to pick the POI that matter you most and do they in a swift manner and efficiently. For instance you can explore Manhattan by seeing Grand central station, 5th Avenue and Times Square, in one day, because they are in close proximity to one another, so it’s always good to plan ahead

Manhattan is divided into 5 boroughs and then several neighborhoods, including Lower Manhattan, Midtown Manhattan, Upper Manhattan, the West Side, and the East Side, but they all fall into the same categories below.

A map of Manhattans Neighbourhoods and Manhattans Districts

Explore Manhattans Neighbourhoods

  • Alphabet City
  • Battery Park City
  • Bloomingdale District
  • Bowery
  • Carnegie Hill
  • Central Park
  • Chelsea
  • Chinatown
  • Civic Center
  • East Harlem
  • East Village
  • Financial District
  • Flatiron District
  • Fort George
  • Garment District
  • Governors Island
  • Gramercy
  • Greenwich Village
  • Hamilton Heights
  • Harlem
  • Hell’s Kitchen (Clinton)
  • The Highline
  • Hudson Heights
  • Hudson Square
  • Hudson Yards
  • Inwood
  • Kips Bay
  • Lenox Hill
  • Lincoln Square
  • Little Italy/NoLIta
  • Lower East Side
  • Manhattan Valley
  • Manhattanville
  • Marble Hill
  • Meatpacking District
  • Metropolitan Hill
  • Midtown
  • Midtown East
  • Midtown South
  • Morningside Heights
  • Murray Hill
  • NoHo
  • NoMad
  • Randall’s Island
  • Roosevelt Island
  • Rose Hill
  • SoHo
  • South Street Seaport
  • Spanish Harlem (El Barrio)
  • Stuyvesant Town
  • Sugar Hill
  • Sutton Place
  • Theater District (Times Square)
  • TriBeCa
  • Tudor City
  • Turtle Bay
  • Two Bridges
  • Union Square
  • Upper East Side
  • Upper West Side
  • Washington Heights
  • West Village
  • World Trade Center
  • Yorkville

Things to do in New York City

Irina Papancheva releases ‘Brussels Naked’, exploring life in Brussels

New Book Release
Irina Papancheva’s latest work, Brussels Naked, features a Bulgarian journalist navigating the complexities of life in the Belgian capital.

Strategic Insight
Irina Papancheva’s “Brussels Naked” provides a nuanced exploration of life within the European Parliament, reflecting the complexities and dualities of the EU experience.
Papancheva’s Insight
“Some of my characters have very different experiences. They show how Brussels can be cruel, but also how it can be enchanting and magical,” Papancheva explains.

Key developments

Irina Papancheva’s latest book, Brussels Naked, vividly portrays the complexities of life in Brussels through the experiences of a young Bulgarian journalist at the European Parliament.

The narrative intertwines stories set against the backdrop of diverse Brussels locales, highlighting both the city’s allure and its challenges, according to Papancheva.

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Bulgarian writer Irina Papancheva started journaling at the age of nine and is now the author of seven books, including Brussels Naked – an experimental novel made up of twelve interconnected stories, each named after a neighbourhood in Brussels.

In a special Easter Sunday episode, Irina Papancheva and Stefan Grobe meet behind the microphones of Brussels, My Love? to share their reading recommendations for the Catholic Easter holiday weekend.

Brussels, Naked by Irina Papancheva: A guide to navigating the EU bubble and Brussels

Brussels Naked is Papancheva’s latest book. It tells the story of Iris, a young Bulgarian journalist who arrives in the Belgian capital as a trainee at the European Parliament.

From naturist spas to lavish cocktail parties, the page-turner depicts Brussels in all its unpredictability: “Some of my characters have very different experiences. They show how Brussels can be cruel, but also how it can be enchanting and magical,” Papancheva explains.

Lázár: A Novel by Nelio Biedermann: Discovering Hungary’s history

Family dynamics and history come together in the first book of the Swiss author of Hungarian origins.

“That’s a fascinating story, and one wonders how a guy of 23 years old have that much reading experience that he can express himself the way. And it’s totally credible,” Grobe said.

The Enlargement by Robert Menasse: The future of the European idea

“Menasse is the master of Witteism, very funny, very ironic style,” Grobe said.

A novel that explores the deepest questions of European identity and politics, which, according to Grobe, is a “must-read” for those who are part of the EU bubble.

Zbig: The Life of Zbigniew Brzezinski, America’s Cold War Prophet by Edward Luce: Understanding the United States

Stepping away slightly from the European Union and turning to the United States, this book explores the life of Zbigniew Brzezinski, national security adviser to US President Jimmy Carter.

The Iran hostage crisis and the position of the United States in the world at the end of the Cold War raise questions and analyses that are all too easily comparable to the present.

Additional sources • Georgios Leivaditis, sound editing and mixing.

Get you up to speed: US authorities arrest grand-niece of slain Iranian commander amid crackdown

Sarinasadat Hosseiny, 25, and her mother, Hamideh Soleimani Afshar, were arrested after their US permanent resident status was revoked by Secretary of State Marco Rubio over ties to the Iranian regime. Both women’s green cards were revoked hours before ICE arrested them in LA on Friday.

Sarinasadat Hosseiny and Hamideh Soleimani Afshar were arrested after their US permanent resident status was revoked by Secretary of State Marco Rubio due to alleged ties to the Iranian regime. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the arrests are part of a broader crackdown on individuals with connections to Iran, specifically citing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a foreign terrorist organisation since 2019.

Sarinasadat Hosseiny and her mother, Hamideh Soleimani Afshar, are currently detained following the revocation of their green cards over alleged ties to the Iranian regime. Their arrests are part of a broader crackdown on individuals with supposed connections to Iran, as stated by the Department of Homeland Security.

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US authorities arrest grand-niece of slain Iranian commander amid crackdown
Sarinasadat Hosseiny, 25, and her mother, Hamideh Soleimani Afshar were arrested on Friday

The grand-niece of the dead Iranian military commander Qasem Soleimani was living a glamorous lifestyle in Los Angeles before being arrested by ICE.

Sarinasadat Hosseiny, 25, and her mother, Hamideh Soleimani Afshar were arrested after their US permanent resident status was revoked by Secretary of State Marco Rubio over ties to the Iranian regime.

Hosseiny had been living in the US since 2015, when she first entered the country on a student visa, before getting permanent residency during the Biden administration in 2023.

Despite her family’s ties to the Iranian regime, Hosseiny’s social media presence showed a life at odds with it.

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The arrests form part of a broader crackdown on people with alleged links to Iran

Posts showed her travelling across the US, visiting Miami, Las Vegas and Alaska, as well as laughing and smiling at music festivals.

Other images showed her aboard private aircraft and yachts and wearing clothes that would be forbidden under Iranian law, including bikinis and miniskirts.

Her mother had called America the ‘Great Satan’ in social media posts as she lived in California, as well as espousing support for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, a designated terror organisation, according to the State Department.

Both women’s green cards were revoked hours before ICE arrested them in LA on Friday.

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Sarinasadat Hosseiny was the grand-niece of the powerful commander

TEHRAN, IRAN - SEPTEMBER 18 : Iranian Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani (C) attends Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's (not seen) meeting with the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) in Tehran, Iran on September 18, 2016. (Photo by Pool / Press Office of Iranian Supreme Leader/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)
Iranian Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani pictured in 2016 (Picture: Getty)

Soleimani commanded Iran’s elite Quds Force, part of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and was the country’s most powerful military figure before he was killed in a US drone strike in 2020.

Trump referenced the killing again last week, describing Soleimani as ‘an evil genius’ while claiming Iran would have been in a stronger position in the war had he still been alive.

The arrests form part of a broader crackdown on people with alleged links to Iran.

A woman with black hair poses in the street
She was pictured at events, including a Formula 1 race

Soleimani Afshar first entered the US on a tourist visa in 2015 and was granted asylum in 2019, before receiving a green card in 2021, but the DHS said her asylum claim was fraudulent.

The IRGC, which Hosseiny’s mother is alleged to have supported, was named as a foreign terrorist organisation by the US in 2019.

The former commander’s daughter Narjes Soleimani has said the two women ‘have no connection whatsoever’ to her father and accused Washington of fabricating claims.

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Pepsi pulls sponsorship of Wireless Festival following Kanye West’s booking

Pepsi withdraws sponsorship
Pepsi has withdrawn its sponsorship of the Wireless Festival set to feature Kanye West following criticism from Sir Keir Starmer regarding West’s antisemitic remarks.

Government Response
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is under pressure to consider a ban on Kanye West’s entry to the UK following rising antisemitism concerns.
Home Office status
US News understands that the Home Office has not yet received an application for Kanye West to enter the UK for the Wireless Festival in July.

Briefing summary

Pepsi confirmed the withdrawal of its sponsorship from the Wireless Festival, which Kanye West is scheduled to headline, following criticism from Sir Keir Starmer regarding West’s antisemitic remarks.

Sir Keir Starmer expressed deep concern over West’s booking for the event, emphasizing the need to confront antisemitism to ensure a safe environment for Jewish people in the UK.

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Pepsi has withdrawn its sponsorship of Wireless Festival which Kanye West is due to headline, after Sir Keir Starmer joined criticism of the event.

The US rapper has previously been condemned over his antisemitic remarks.

The 48-year-old musician – who has not performed in the UK since he headlined Glastonbury in 2015 – is set to top the bill for all three nights of the festival in London’s Finsbury Park in July.

On Sunday, a Pepsi spokesperson said: “Pepsi has decided to withdraw its sponsorship of Wireless Festival.”

US News has approached festival organisers for a response.

In the time since he last performed on UK soil, West has drawn criticism for antisemitic X posts, a Super Bowl advert directing people to a swastika T-shirt and a song referencing Hitler.

Sir Keir said it was “deeply concerning” that West has been booked “despite his previous antisemitic remarks and celebration of Nazism”.

“Antisemitism in any form is abhorrent and must be confronted clearly and firmly wherever it appears. Everyone has a responsibility to ensure Britain is a place where Jewish people feel safe and secure,” the prime minister said.

West, also known as Ye, has been barred from X over antisemitism on multiple occasions.

In January, West took out a full-page advert in the Wall Street Journal to apologise, titled: “To Those I’ve Hurt.”

“I am not a Nazi or an antisemite,” it said. “I love Jewish people.”

Pepsi pulls sponsorship of Wireless Festival following Kanye West’s booking
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West attributed his previous outbursts to his bipolar-1 disorder, writing: “In early 2025, I fell into a four-month-long manic episode of psychotic, paranoid and impulsive behaviour that destroyed my life.

“I lost touch with reality. Things got worse the longer I ignored the problem. I said and did things I deeply regret.”

The rapper also apologised to the black community, saying he had let it down.

West previously lost his deal with Adidas following a post on his social media in 2022, in which he shared an image of a swastika inside a Star of David.

Adidas, which had worked with the rapper on his Yeezy trainers, subsequently donated more than $150m (£117m) to anti-hate groups.

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Shortly afterwards, he drew criticism over a TV advert that directed people to a website selling a swastika t-shirt and released a song titled Heil Hitler.

Sir Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats, last week called for the government to ban West from entering the UK.

He said Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood should “ban him from coming to this country – we’ve got to take antisemitism more seriously”.

US News understands the Home Office is yet to receive an application for West to enter the UK.

Serbian police find explosives near gas pipeline to Hungary

Explosive Discovery
Serbian authorities found two large packages of explosives with detonators near the Balkan Stream pipeline in Kanjiza, a few hundred metres from the gas route to Serbia and Hungary.
Infrastructure Threat
Explosives found near the Balkan Stream pipeline, critical for gas supply to Serbia and Hungary, underscore a severe threat to energy security in the region.
Official Response
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that “two large packages of explosives with detonators” were found near the gas pipeline, within “a few hundred metres.”

Key developments

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced that explosives were discovered near the Balkan Stream pipeline, which transports gas to Serbia and Hungary. The explosives were found in backpacks a few hundred metres from the pipeline.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated he had spoken with Vučić and convened an extraordinary defence council to address the situation. No suspects or motives have been disclosed regarding the placement of the explosives.

Serbian president: Explosives found near gas pipeline to Hungary

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Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced on Sunday morning that army and police found explosives that had been placed near a pipeline that carries gas to Serbia and Hungary.

He said that “two large packages of explosives with detonators” were found inside backpacks in northern Serbia’s Kanjiza, “a few hundred metres from the gas pipeline”.

The Balkan Stream pipeline is an extension of the TurkStream pipeline, and transfers Russian gas to both Serbia and Hungary.

Orbán confirmed the two leaders had spoken, and said he had called an “extraordinary defence council” in Hungary for Sunday afternoon.

No details provided on potential motives

There were no details provided on who may have placed the explosives near the gas pipeline, and why. Instead, Vučić said there were “certain traces” which he was unwilling to elaborate on.

The latest news comes at a time when the integrity of gas pipeline infrastructure has been in the headlines. The Soviet-era Druzhba pipeline, a separate pipeline that carries Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia, has been the cause of a dispute between Hungary and Ukraine.

It was damaged in a Russian strike in late January and has yet to be repaired, but both Hungary and Slovakia accuse Ukraine of using the issue for political gain.

Orbán’s government has repeatedly alleged that Ukraine is trying to trigger an energy crisis ahead of Hungary’s 12 April general election in an effort to undermine his administration.

Unlike Hungary, Serbia is not an EU member state, and is a candidate for joining the bloc. Belgrade is heavily dependent on Russian gas. It imports around six million cubic metres per day at roughly half the market price.

Media Lens: U.S. Soldier Rescued in Iran After Downed Fighter Jet, Trump Confirms


Trump says U.S. crew member rescued in Iran.

Missing U.S. crew member from a downed fighter jet has been rescued in Iran, according to President Trump. The operation involved the destruction of two planes during the rescue process, as reported in US and global politics coverage in the latest US news.


What happened

A missing U.S. crew member from a downed fighter jet has been rescued in Iran, according to Donald Trump. This incident has significant implications for U.S.-Iran relations.

Additionally, two planes were destroyed by the U.S. during the rescue operation. These developments highlight the escalating tensions between the two nations.

Key facts

  • A missing U.S. crew member from a downed fighter jet has been rescued in Iran, according to Trump.
  • Two planes were destroyed by the U.S. during the rescue operation.
  • The mission involved recovering a downed American airman.
  • The incident has left both Iran and the U.S. feeling emboldened.

Where coverage differs

  • CBS News emphasizes the operational details of the rescue mission, while WSJ emphasizes the implications and broader context of military actions.
  • CNN foregrounds the human aspect of the rescue, focusing on the airman’s experience, rather than the political consequences, which The New York Times highlights.
  • CBS News prioritizes immediate developments and statements from involved parties, while WSJ prioritizes analysis of strategic outcomes.

One story, four angles


CBS NewsMissing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says

Publication: CBS News | Primary framing pattern: consequence | Tone: factual | Intensity: 5/10 | Sentiment: neutral | Legal precision: moderate

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Espresso Shot: CBS emphasizes the rescue of a missing U.S. airman, highlighting the involvement of Trump in confirming the operation. The piece foregrounds the immediate outcomes of the rescue rather than the broader implications of military actions.

Publication emphasis: The article focuses on the factual aspects of the airman’s rescue and the role of U.S. officials.

Framing analysis: The main focus is on the successful operation and its immediate consequences, while broader geopolitical implications or ethical concerns are secondary.

Bias: Selection: Limited context, Language: neutral tone, Omission: broader implications of military operations.

Assessment: The article conveys direct information but lacks depth regarding the incident’s significance.


WSJTwo Planes Destroyed by U.S. During Rescue Operation

Publication: WSJ | Primary framing pattern: policy | Tone: analytical | Intensity: 7/10 | Sentiment: cautionary | Legal precision: high

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Espresso Shot: WSJ discusses the implications of the U.S. military’s actions, specifically highlighting the destruction of two planes during the rescue operation. It emphasizes both operational details and the strategic context.

Publication emphasis: The piece critically examines the repercussions of military operations on both U.S. policy and regional stability.

Framing analysis: The article foregrounds the policy implications of military actions, while the operational success is referenced more subtly.

Bias: Selection: In-depth analysis, Language: critical tone, Omission: less focus on personal narratives of those involved.

Assessment: This article provides a thorough perspective on the broader implications of the rescue mission through a policy lens.


CNNInside the mission to recover a downed American airman

Publication: CNN | Primary framing pattern: narrative | Tone: dramatic | Intensity: 6/10 | Sentiment: engaging | Legal precision: moderate

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Espresso Shot: CNN deeply explores the tactical and human elements of the rescue mission, weaving an engaging narrative around the recovery of the downed airman, emphasizing the human stories behind military operations.

Publication emphasis: The report emphasizes personal accounts and operational details to create a captivating story about the mission.

Framing analysis: The main focus is on personal experiences and dramatic elements of the mission, with strategic implications presented in a supporting role.

Bias: Selection: Personal stories highlighted, Language: emotive tone, Omission: less focus on the political or policy ramifications.

Assessment: The article effectively captures the human dimension of military operations while providing a detailed account of the mission.


The New York TimesIran Downing of Plane and Daring U.S. Rescue Leave Both Sides Emboldened

Publication: The New York Times | Primary framing pattern: political | Tone: critical | Intensity: 8/10 | Sentiment: contentious | Legal precision: high

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Espresso Shot: The New York Times critically examines the broader implications of the downing and subsequent rescue mission, arguing that the events embolden both Iran and the U.S. in their respective geopolitical postures.

Publication emphasis: The piece focuses on the geopolitical tensions and the potential escalation of conflict resulting from these events.

Framing analysis: The primary focus is on the political ramifications of the incident, whilst operational details serve as supplementary context.

Bias: Selection: In-depth exploration of political dynamics, Language: critical and analytical, Omission: personal stories or emotional responses are less emphasized.

Assessment: The article delivers a strong analysis of the political landscape surrounding the incident, highlighting the potential for intensified conflict.


Food for thought

CBS News frames the legal context surrounding the downed fighter jet incident with a focus on the U.S. military’s operational protocols, underlining the legality of the rescue mission to prioritize the safety of American personnel. In contrast, The New York Times adopts a more escalatory tone, emphasizing the emboldened stances of both the U.S. and Iran following the confrontation, hinting at a potential shadow conflict. This analysis highlights CBS News’ strength in legal framing through procedural clarity, whereas The New York Times escalates the situation’s implications, suggesting broader geopolitical ramifications. The facts do not change. What changes is where scrutiny lands.

Germany Demands Military Approval for Men Under 45 to Travel Abroad

Amid escalating tensions, the German government has announced that males under 45 may be required to obtain military approval for prolonged stays abroad. This policy shift, seen as a move to bolster national security amid heightened geopolitical risks, is expected to impact hundreds of thousands of citizens. Defence Minister Boris Pistorius indicated that this measure reflects Germany’s renewed focus on military readiness and response capability in light of ongoing global conflicts, particularly in Eastern Europe. For further details, visit our global news coverage.

Economically, businesses are bracing for potential disruptions, as this regulation could hinder employee mobility and international relations. Analysts warn that these developments may affect Germany’s standing in global markets, which are already feeling pressures from energy supply issues. As the government prepares to formalise this policy, attention turns to an upcoming parliamentary vote that will determine its final implementation.

Key developments across the world

Top CEO killed and son, 11, injured in horror crash on dream family holiday as tributes paid to ‘brilliant’ mother

GLOBAL SECURITY — A US CEO was killed and her son critically injured in a car accident during a family vacation in Nicaragua. Kasey Grelle, the CEO of AUX Insights, was celebrating a birthday when the crash occurred, prompting an outpouring of tributes and raising over $300,000 via GoFundMe for the family.

German males under 45 may need military approval for long stays abroad

WORLD POLITICS — New legislation in Germany could soon require men under 45 to obtain military permission for extended travel. This proposed measure is aimed at ensuring military readiness in the event of potential conflicts.

Man charged over fatal shooting of baby in pram in New York

GLOBAL SECURITY — A man has been charged with the murder of a seven-month-old baby killed by a stray bullet in New York City. This tragic incident highlights ongoing concerns about gun violence and its impact on community safety.

German conscription law: men need permit for stays abroad

DIPLOMACY — Germany is introducing a new conscription law requiring men to seek military approval for any travel exceeding three months. This change aims to enhance the nation’s military capabilities amid international tensions.

Second suspect arrested in Brooklyn stray-bullet killing of seven-month-old baby

GLOBAL SECURITY — A second suspect has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a seven-month-old baby in Brooklyn. This development underscores the complexities of addressing urban gun violence and public safety.

What to watch — The implications of Germany’s new conscription law on citizens and military readiness will be crucial to monitor.

Further reading from global news sources

BBC News
Man charged over fatal shooting of baby in pram in New York

The Guardian
Second suspect arrested in Brooklyn stray-bullet killing of seven-month-old baby

The Times
‘I was a US pilot shot down in war. I heard the enemy hunting me’

New York Times
Ex-US Army Pilot Recalls Battle for Survival When Shot Down in Iraq

Al Jazeera
Twitter suspends accounts hurting EU sanctions against Russia