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Thuc Doan Nguyen-Brophy, who filmed the World Trade Center attack from her Chinatown apartment on the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, avoided watching the footage for 25 years; in a future-facing look at memory and trauma, she returns to the apartment for the first time in 25 years and finally watches the tape, reflecting on resilience, safety, and how time reshapes what we remember.
President Trump will mark the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks with remarks at the Pentagon instead of attending the Ground Zero ceremony in New York. The World Trade Center event will be attended by Vice President JD Vance, while officials note that politicians have not been allowed to speak at the memorial there since 2012. Initial NYC plans were scrapped to allow Trump to deliver a speech at the Pentagon; he may also travel to Ireland the day after 9/11.
Manhattan’s commercial real estate remains hot, with American Express breaking ground on a new global HQ at Two World Trade Center, demolition beginning at 350 Park Ave, and Airbnb purchasing 281 Park Ave South for $81.5 million, signaling strong corporate demand despite political pushback. Industry metrics on vacancy vary (JLL ~13.5%, CBRE ~14.4%, Newmark ~14.3%, Colliers ~13%), while Cushman & Wakefield reports 19.3% due to a leasing-availability methodology designed to avoid double-counting occupied space—highlighting a robust market backdrop for big deals and continued development.
A Stony Brook-led study of 393 World Trade Center responders (232 with PTSD) found widespread molecular changes in blood—114 proteins and seven metabolites—that affect brain function, immune activity, energy metabolism and tissue repair, with evidence of accelerated aging in organs like the heart, kidneys, liver and lungs. The findings support PTSD as a “whole-body” condition with long-term health implications and may help explain higher risks of chronic diseases, though the study shows associations rather than causation and has limitations (e.g., underrepresentation of women and a unique responder population). The research, funded by the CDC and NIH, was published in Nature Communications.
American Express plans to build a new, state-of-the-art global headquarters at 2 World Trade Center, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Lower Manhattan and signaling continued investment in New York City's financial district.
Three additional victims of the 9/11 attacks have been identified through DNA analysis, bringing the total identified victims to 1,653 out of over 2,700. Despite advances, more than 1,100 victims remain unidentified, as efforts continue to honor and recover the missing.
Nearly 24 years after the 9/11 attacks, NYC officials have identified three more victims through advanced DNA analysis, including Barbara Keating and Ryan Fitzgerald, bringing the total identified victims to 1,653 out of approximately 2,753 deaths.
Nearly 24 years after the 9/11 attacks, three more victims have been identified through advanced DNA testing, bringing the total identified victims to 1,653 out of 2,753. The ongoing efforts highlight the commitment to honoring the victims and providing closure to their families.
The number of City of New York Fire Department (FDNY) workers who have died from World Trade Center-related illnesses has reached 343, equaling the number of responders killed on September 11, 2001. Two recent deaths, EMT Hilda Vannata and retired firefighter Robert Fulco, brought the total to this somber milestone. An estimated 11,000 FDNY first responders suffer from World Trade Center-related diseases, including 3,500 diagnosed with cancer. The cleanup effort after the attacks exposed thousands to toxic fumes, smoke, and chemicals, leading to elevated cancer risks among rescue and recovery workers.
The number of first responders from the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) who have died from 9/11-related illnesses has reached 343, matching the number of FDNY members who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. The FDNY recently announced the deaths of two more members from 9/11-related illnesses. The rise in deaths and diseases connected to the World Trade Center attacks highlights the ongoing health effects on first responders and others exposed to toxic materials at ground zero. The FDNY continues to advocate for survivors and push for the care they deserve.
The $560 million Perelman Performing Arts Center, also known as PAC NYC, has officially opened near ground zero in Lower Manhattan, 22 years after the September 11 attacks. The 138-foot-tall complex features moveable walls and can be transformed into three different venues with a total of 62 stage-and-audience configurations. The windowless structure, encased in marble panel tiles backlit by chandeliers, aims to keep the theater separate from the nearby 9/11 Memorial. The center was primarily funded by private donations, including contributions from former Mayor Mike Bloomberg and investor Ronald Perelman.
The Perelman Performing Arts Center, a $500 million project located at the World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan, is set to open its doors. Designed by architect Joshua Ramus, the center features three shape-shifting theaters and a facade made of veined marble panels. The building aims to revitalize the neighborhood and provide a cultural hub for the community. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic and the uncertain future of the theater industry, the Perelman Performing Arts Center represents a promising addition to the ongoing redevelopment of the World Trade Center site.
New Yorkers were treated to a stunning rainbow over the World Trade Center and Lower Manhattan skyline on the 22nd anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks. After a storm passed through the city, the clouds cleared, creating a perfect rainbow that captivated many who witnessed it. People took to social media to express their awe and commemorate the day.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and his wife Casey DeSantis joined families of 9/11 victims at the World Trade Center to commemorate the 22nd anniversary of the attacks. DeSantis, the only Republican presidential contender present, wore a light blue ribbon symbolizing the clear sky on the day of the attack. The couple interacted with family members, attended the memorial ceremony, and expressed their commitment to never forget the tragedy. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris represented President Joe Biden at the event, who was in Alaska on the anniversary.
Annual memorial events are being held in lower Manhattan to mark the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, where nearly 3,000 people were killed. The ceremony includes the reading of the names of those who died, and CBS News New York is streaming the coverage. The remains of victims are still being identified, and advancements in DNA technology recently led to the identification of two victims. The attacks also exposed many people to toxic air and debris, resulting in post-9/11 related illnesses and deaths.