N.Y. Congressman in Toss-Up House District Faces Backlash After Photos Surface of Him in Blackface as Michael Jackson

Rep. Mike Lawler in October 2023.Photo:Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty “My costume was intended as the sincerest form of flattery, a genuine homage to one of my childhood idols since I was a little kid trying to moonwalk through my Mom’s kitchen,” Lawler, 38, said in a statement to theTimes,CNNand theAssociated Press. “I am a student of history and for anyone who takes offense to the photo, I am sorry,” Lawler continued.

N.Y.C. Ballet Dancers Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia Are Engaged! (Exclusive)

Tiler Peck and Roman Meija.Photo:Courtesy of Tiler Peck Courtesy of Tiler Peck Mejia, 24, popped the big question on Sunday, Sept. 15 in a suite overlooking Central Park after they enjoyed a dinner at the upscale restaurant Mandarin Oriental. “I truly feel like I found my person,” Peck, who has choreographed with Boston Ballet, Northern Ballet and the Cincinnati Ballet, says in an exclusive interview with PEOPLE. Tiler Peck and Roman Meija.

N.Y.C. Woman Fatally Shot in the Head in Front of Her Son as Her Husband Was Being Robbed

Police Stock Photo.Photo:Getty Getty A New York City wife and mother was shot in the face and killed while defending her husband against attempted robbers on Monday, Sept. 9. The suspects are still at large, according to multiple reports. Police were called to a Chinatown condo building on Market Street around 11 p.m. local time. Once they arrived, they discovered Ying Zhu Liu was already dead,Pix 11reports, citing the New York Police Department.

Nabela Noor Gives Inside Look at Renovations to Historic 1912 Georgian Revival Home — Including New Twist on Carriage House

Nabela Noor shows renovations to new home.Photo:Nabela Noor Martin/Instagram Nabela Noor Martin/Instagram Nabela Noorand her family are officially starting a new chapter. Aftermoving into her new homein late October, the 33-year-old designer and author shared a behind-the-scenes look at the ongoing renovations to her new home onTikTokon Nov. 4. She revealed that their new home is a “historic 1912 Georgian Revival” in their hometown before giving detailed looks at the updates they’ve already made.

Nacho Figueras Celebrates 'Brother' Prince Harry's 40th Birthday with Tribute: 'Love You'

Nacho Figueras and Prince Harry in a photo Figueras posted to Instagram on Sept. 15, 2024.Photo:Nacho Figueras/Instagram Nacho Figueras/Instagram Nacho Figueras is shouting outPrince Harry’s 40th birthday in a sweet way on social media. The Duke of Sussex turned 40 on Sept. 15, and Figueras marked the milestone with a heartfelt tribute onInstagramthe same day. “Happy 40th brother. From the polo fields to all the moments in between, I’m grateful for the bond we share,” the professional polo player wrote below a photo of him and Harry standing and laughing together.