New York

Israel Horovitz, Playwright Felled by Allegations of Abuse, Dies at 81

Mr. Horovitz found success Off Broadway, working with actors who later became household names. But his career was tarnished when women came forward to describe a pattern of sexual misconduct and assault.

Where the Party Never Sleeps

The pandemic has decimated New York nightlife, but some bars and clubs are managing to keep the fun alive.

Living in

Hell’s Kitchen: Where East Village Grit Meets the Artsy West Side

The area’s walk-ups have been joined by upscale new development, drawing those priced out of other areas — but it’s ‘not as cheap as people think.’

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Revives Broadway for a Day

Among the things to be thankful for: Turkey is on the menu, your Uncle Charlie is not coming and, after a long absence, Broadway casts will be back onstage.

Developmental Disabilities Heighten Risk of Covid Death

People with intellectual disabilities and developmental disorders are three times more likely to die of Covid-19, compared with patients without the conditions, a new analysis found.

The Children Never Had the Coronavirus. So Why Did They Have Antibodies?

A provocative study suggests that certain colds may leave antibodies against the new coronavirus, perhaps explaining why children are more protected than adults.

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Mark Strausman, Chef of Fred’s at Barneys, Opens His Own Spot

Mark’s Off Madison will feature his well-known bagels; a Wagyu distributor starts a restaurant; and more news.

Critic’s Notebook

Silver Apricot Applies a Chinese Lens to Farm-to-Table Cooking

The chef Simone Tong weaves the flavors of her upbringing into modern interpretations of American classics.

These Towns Trusted a Doctor to Set Up Covid Testing. Sample Patient Fee: $1,944.

Patients say a Connecticut physician took advantage of the pandemic with “super Covid tests” and $480 follow-up phone calls.

New York Today

Is a Second Wave Starting in N.Y.C.?

There's an alarming trend in the city: Coronavirus cases are on the rise as winter nears. The mayor is warning of tighter restrictions.