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President Trump criticized Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani for what he called 'terrible' and 'inappropriate' laughter during the solemn reading of 9/11 victims' names at Ground Zero, a moment that sparked online backlash amid ongoing debate over decorum at the memorial.
Newly released New York City records show the Ground Zero dust was a toxic mix including asbestos and heavy metals that lingered and is linked to long‑term illnesses—from respiratory problems to cancers. Health officials say exposure can affect multiple body systems, with monitoring through the World Trade Center Health Program to diagnose and treat conditions such as mesothelioma, leukemia, and bladder cancer. Survivors recall ongoing health battles and doctors warn of lasting risks, fueling calls for accountability and stronger protections for workers in future disasters.
Den of Geek argues that Spike Lee’s 25th Hour functions as the definitive cinematic snapshot of the nation’s mood in the immediate wake of 9/11, opening with Ground Zero’s haunting imagery and Terence Blanchard’s sweeping score, tracing Monty Brogan’s final 24 hours in a grieving New York, and showing how the city’s collective memory and resilience shape the era’s cinema far more than any single blockbuster.
Colorado photographer Michael Rieger, a FEMA disaster photographer, captured the first widely seen images from Ground Zero after 9/11; his work is now showcased at the CU Denver Experience Gallery in Remember the Love: Resilience After 9/11, with the editing computer now in the Smithsonian Institution.
A brief, audio-free four-second clip at the Ground Zero 9/11 memorial shows New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani greeting Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, prompting partisan backlash over whether the moment was disrespectful or taken out of context. The exchange occurred as victims’ names were read; defenders say such moments and post-ceremony conversations are common, while critics argue the laughter was inappropriate. The piece notes Giuliani’s own handshake with Mamdani before the ceremony and highlights how public events at sensitive memorials can become fodder for political debate.
On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, all living former presidents attend a Ground Zero ceremony alongside NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Rudy Giuliani, while Donald Trump delivers remarks at a Pentagon tribute. The day also features discussions of 9/11-related illnesses and new records showing officials warned of toxic dangers at Ground Zero, highlighting the ongoing Legacy of the attacks across New York and Washington.
Former presidents Biden, Obama, Bush, Clinton and spouses joined other leaders at a 9/11 memorial service at Ground Zero for the 25th anniversary, with moments of silence marking key attack times; Trump did not attend the NYC ceremony and instead participated in a Pentagon memorial tribute.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced online and public backlash after appearing to laugh during the reading of victims’ names at the 9/11 Memorial, with critics calling Ground Zero sacred and accusing them of disrespect. Some defended the moment as being taken out of context, noting other attendees’ reactions and disputing the in-context footage, while families of victims and several politicians condemned the display as inappropriate for the memorial. Fox News coverage highlights the split between condemnation and defense of the moment.
Twenty-five years after 9/11, a new wave of illnesses—including thousands of cancers diagnosed in the past year—has emerged among survivors and first responders, with diseases sometimes taking years to develop and gaps in federal coverage complicating access to care.
At the 25th anniversary ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani approached former mayor Rudy Giuliani, extended his hand, and Giuliani accepted, exchanging a brief moment in which Giuliani said, 'I’ll pray for you. It’s a really hard job.' The moment underscored lingering tensions over memory and leadership during a solemn remembrance.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced criticism from 9/11 families and other critics for attending the Ground Zero remembrance despite a petition with more than 110,000 signatures urging him to skip, amid controversy over his associations and his appointment of Ramzi Kassem. Supporters say he has the right to attend, while mourners and former officials called the appearance disrespectful and political, noting the ceremony should honor victims and first responders, with Giuliani appearing nearby.
Video from Ground Zero’s 25th anniversary memorial shows Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez laughing while a relative reads the names of victims; critics accused the moment of disrespect as families mourned, while defenders argued context matters and noted others were seen joking at the event; the incident sparked online backlash across political lines.
On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, ceremonies across the United States honored the victims and first responders—from readings of names at Ground Zero and the Pentagon to services in Shanksville and local commemorations in cities such as Boston and Arlington. The day featured bells, moments of silence, and reflections on unity and resilience, with remarks from officials including Pete Hegseth and Condoleezza Rice, and President Trump attending the Pentagon ceremony as the nation remembered the attacks and their enduring impact.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to attend the Ground Zero 9/11 memorial despite a petition signed by roughly 110,000 relatives of victims urging him to skip, criticizing his appointment of Ramzi Kassem as chief counsel who previously represented an al-Qaeda operative. Critics say the presence risks reopening wounds, while supporters urge focusing the ceremony on remembrance and unity. The invite-only event also involves other dignitaries and high-profile attendees, and Mamdani defends his decision as honoring first responders and victims.
Pete Davidson reveals he’s now the same age (33) his firefighter father was when he died on 9/11, and as a new dad to daughter Scottie, finds the milestone both tough and healing; he’s joining Jon Stewart for a 9/11 charity benefit at Madison Square Garden and reflects on his dad, memory, and how social media treats the tragedy.