According to the outlet, Swift struggled to rank her top five songs but unhesitatingly named "All Too Well (Taylor's Version)" as her primary choice. This 10-minute track from "Red (Taylor's Version)" famously chronicles her split with Jake Gyllenhaal.

For The Win notes Swift also praised her recent album, "The Life of a Showgirl", and cited mirrorball as another beloved track.

Her fondness for "All Too Well (Taylor's Version)" previously led her to direct a short film for the song. The production, starring Dylan O'Brien and Stranger Things actress Sadie Sink, has accumulated over 109 million views.

While the full list remains pending, For The Win pivots to news that Swift hosted a New York City screening of her upcoming docuseries, "The End of an Era".

The artist celebrated the "The End of an Era" preview alongside her family, band, and dancers, the publication states.

The gathering occurred at the Walt Disney Company's 7 Hudson Square Theatre, with For The Win confirming the attendance of backing vocalists and relatives. This six-episode limited series investigates the creation of "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour." Fans will witness the conceptual development and the logistical operations of the historic tour.

For The Win highlights appearances by Ed Sheeran, Florence Welch, Gracie Abrams, and Sabrina Carpenter, plus the touring crew. "The End of an Era" premieres December 12 on Disney+, releasing two chapters each week.

Launching simultaneously is the concert film "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show," captured in Vancouver. The report confirms it includes the entire "THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT" segment.

Finally, For The Win adds that ABC will air the first installment of "The End of an Era" and a 60-minute presentation on "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour"

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The catalog features terms that news broadcasters, political officials, and prominent individuals struggled to articulate correctly throughout the year, AP reported. The compilation provides insight into people and subjects that dominated American discourse in 2025.

Mamdani's surname was frequently distorted as the democratic socialist rose politically, according to the Associated Press. The 34-year-old will make history in January as the city's first Muslim mayor, first leader born in Africa, and first of South Asian descent. Babbel indicated the correct pronunciation is zoh-RAHN mam-DAH-nee, with speakers most commonly switching the "M" and "N" in his family name.

The mayor-elect previously stated that he accepts mispronunciations from those genuinely attempting accuracy but recognizes when others deliberately distort his name, AP reported. During one mayoral debate, he confronted former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo over the pronunciation issue, declaring, "The name is Mamdani. M-A-M-D-A-N-I."

October's theft of France's royal jewels from the Louvre prompted widespread mispronunciation of the globe's most-visited museum, according to Associated Press. Babbel specifies the correct pronunciation as LOOV-ruh, featuring an extremely gentle "ruh" sound that can be difficult for English-speaking individuals.

Additional entries on the compilation include the following, AP reported: Acetaminophen, the primary component in Tylenol, is pronounced "uh-SEE-tuh-MIH-nuh-fen," according to Associated Press. President Donald Trump provided entertainment material when he stumbled over the term while urging expectant mothers to avoid the pain reliever despite inconclusive research regarding potential autism connections.

Alex Murdaugh, the distinguished South Carolina lawyer sentenced to life imprisonment for the 2021 fatal shootings of his spouse and son, should be pronounced AL-ick MUR-dock, AP reported. A Hulu series dramatized the case in 2025.

Mounjaro, articulated as mown-JAHR-OH, belongs to a category of diabetes and obesity medications that gained massive popularity due to weight reduction achieved by users receiving the injections, according to Associated Press.

Multiple terms on the US compilation, including Louvre and Mounjaro, also appeared on the UK list assembled by Babbel and the British Institute of Verbatim Reporters, an organization representing subtitling professionals, AP reported. Storm Éowyn, which struck Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland in January, placed that designation on the UK roster. Babbel indicates the proper pronunciation as ay-OH-win, delivered in a three-beat rhythm.

Captioners document words that emerge repeatedly as challenging to pronounce, spell, or are newly developing throughout the year, according to Associated Press. Babbel linguists simultaneously monitor fresh pronunciation difficulties they observe.

An unexpected pronunciation revelation emerged when actor Denzel Washington informed late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel that he received his father's name and their given names actually sound like DEN-zul, AP reported. However, he noted that the arrangement created confusion, prompting his mother to adopt the pronunciation Den-ZELLE for her son's name.

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Former Mayor Eric Adams and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards announced the project, emphasizing that "never again" must be a lived commitment, not just words. The memorial aims to preserve the stories of victims and survivors while fighting the rise in antisemitism, which now makes up over 50% of hate crimes in New York City.

It's not enough to say "never again" — we must live it.

That's why we're building a new Holocaust Memorial in Queens — a place to remember the 6 million Jews murdered, honor the survivors who rebuilt their lives in NYC, and ensure future generations never forget. pic.twitter.com/qK3o94fR1D

— Mayor Eric Adams (@NYCMayor) November 25, 2025

Richards called it an emotional day for the Jewish community as the memorial will serve not only as a tribute but as a motivation in combating antisemitism. Rabbi Meir Waxman stressed that education is crucial to prevent forgetting and combat Holocaust denial.

Adams vowed that the city would not stay silent amid rising hate. He promised to expose hatred wherever it exists, foster compassion, and create harmony among all New Yorkers. New York hosts the largest population of Holocaust survivors globally, making this memorial a vital commitment in their honor and the fight against antisemitism.

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Millions accustomed to warmer holiday week weather will feel a major change, CNN Weather stated. By Thursday, temperatures will run 10 to 25 degrees below average across much of the central and eastern US. Highs only in the 20s and 30s are expected for the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes on Thanksgiving.

Blustery winds will accompany the temperature change, increasing the cold feel, CNN Weather noted. Parts of the Northern Plains anticipate single-digit wind chills. New York City parade attendees need to bundle up despite sunny skies, with Chicago gusts up to 35 mph making 30s highs feel like the 20s.

Lake-effect snow is possible in Great Lakes areas on Wednesday and Thursday as cold air moves over warmer water. CNN Weather warns narrow snow bands could cause localized travel difficulties. Farther south, highs in the 50s from northern Texas to the Carolinas will be a shock after last week's 70s and 80s.

New York City will see temperatures fall into the 40s late Wednesday, with strong northwest winds continuing through Thanksgiving morning. Kylie Cooper/Reuters reported parade decorations were installed on Monday. Crowds at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will shiver in 30s wind chills. Gusts could reach 20 to 30 mph, requiring a firmer grip on the balloons, but the weather is expected to be dry with sun.

The cold will push deep into the South by Friday morning. A freeze or strong frost is possible for Atlanta, Birmingham, Memphis, parts of Mississippi, and the Carolinas, CNN Weather detailed. Gulf Coast cities will dip into the 40s, requiring preparation for sensitive plants and outdoor pipes.

A second, potentially stronger surge of Arctic air may arrive late in the Thanksgiving weekend or early next week, CNN Weather reports. This could bring another round of below-average temperatures to the Rockies, Plains, and parts of the Midwest to start December.

ABC News reported that AAA projects $81.8$ million people will travel during the Thanksgiving holiday period, from November $25$ through December $1$. This record number is a $1.6$ million person increase over last year's travel volume.

Despite a $43$-day government shutdown causing massive flight cancellations just weeks prior, airlines do not expect any residual holiday impacts, ABC News noted. Thanksgiving Day falls on Thursday, November $27$.

The AAA anticipates $6$ million domestic air travelers, a $2$% rise from $2024$. Aviation analytics firm Cirium named Sunday, November $30$, as the busiest air travel day, with $3$,$280$,$652$ domestic seats scheduled. However, flight bookings for November $26-30$ are $3.3$% lower than $2024$, possibly due to the shutdown's uncertainty, ABC News cited.

American Airlines plans over $80$,$000$ flights, with Sunday, November $30$, being its busiest. United Airlines expects its largest Thanksgiving traveler count ever. United warned that its busiest days are forecast to be Sunday, November $30$, Saturday, November $29$, and Monday, December $1$.

Major US hubs like Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are predicted to be the busiest, according to Hopper.

Road travel will involve at least $73$ million people, or nearly $90$% of all travelers, AAA predicts. Car rental costs will be $15$% cheaper than last Thanksgiving.

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New York City's Jewish population has initiated a firearms acquisition surge in response to anti-Israel mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's victory, with gun retailers and training instructors experiencing unprecedented demand, The New York Post reported. Michael Bergida, proprietor of the recently established Samson Armory in Marine Park, Brooklyn – named after the biblical Israelite warrior – serves customers ranging from anxious elderly individuals to frightened rabbis.

"We're probably the only gun store to have a minyan," the 30-year-old Orthodox owner stated, referring to Jewish prayer gatherings at his thriving business. Bergida forecasted "chaos" during the approaching radical socialist administration, explaining, "The NYPD is all retiring – we have to fight for ourselves. People are freaking out over Mamdani – anyone who has any Christian-Judeo values," while asserting "We have to let everyone know — don't f**k with the Jews" and "Never again." As an NRA-certified firearms instructor, his mission involves preparing synagogues "to have active shooter situations and be prepared," noting "It's like doomsday prepping – people are loading up ammo" and "I have a passion to prep Jews," according to The New York Post. Declaring "We ain't fleeing— we're here to stay. We're not victims anymore," Bergida exemplifies the community's determination.

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A graduate of Swarthmore College and Columbia University, Bisgaard-Church was previously active in anti-war movements and expressed support for what she termed "nonviolent anti-Israel activism," echoing the rhetoric of her political ally Mamdani.

Their collaboration began during Mamdani's tenure in the New York State Assembly, where Bisgaard-Church served as his chief of staff. She was a key figure in persuading the DSA to back his mayoral candidacy and endorse his radical platform, which includes creating a "Department of Community Safety" to replace certain New York Police Department functions with social workers, a move that drew sharp criticism from city security officials.

Sources within the DSA said Bisgaard-Church helped draft the organization's guidelines for working with elected officials and promoted the policy of supporting "ideologically aligned candidates," including those willing to challenge US policy toward Israel. Mamdani, who founded a Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapter during his college years, found in Bisgaard-Church a loyal partner in advancing that agenda. She is now set to become one of the most influential figures in his administration.

Despite her low public profile, as she rarely appears on social media and avoids interviews, Bisgaard-Church managed Mamdani's campaign and is widely credited for his upset victory over Andrew Cuomo. Former city officials have warned that "she may stay out of the spotlight, but she'll be the one shaping policy behind the scenes, including New York's stance on Israel."

As Mamdani takes office as New York's first socialist mayor, Bisgaard-Church's appointment underscores the growing power of the radical progressive wing, and its alignment with an increasingly anti-Israel agenda, within the city's political establishment.

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As New York recovers from the political struggle, a surging wave of antisemitism on campuses and streets confronts the city's Jews with an existential and moral challenge. They must ask themselves anew what being Jewish in 2025 America means, how to sustain Jewish pride in a world struggling to accommodate it, and how to bridge love for Israel with criticism of it.

At precisely this moment, emerging from the storm, a groundbreaking Israel Hayom conference will take place next month in Manhattan's heart. The conference convenes on December 2 at the Hilton Midtown, moderated by journalist Yoav Limor. The gathering is poised to become the central forum for discourse on relations between Israel, diaspora Jewry, and the American administration – a dialogue that transcends borders, sectors, and generations.

Senior American administration officials and prominent New York Jewish community members will participate, including Senator John Fetterman, Rabbi Ari Berman, Yeshiva University president, and Elan Carr, CEO of the Israeli-American Council and former Trump special envoy for combating antisemitism.

The conference will feature leading figures from economics, media, and business. Prominent Israeli speakers taking the stage include UN Ambassador Danny Danon, Minister Amichai Chikli, former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman, former Ambassador Gilad Erdan, and others.

Discussions will tackle the era's urgent questions: how Israel appears the day after its longest war; whether American Jewry can forge anew a unified identity and bold leadership; what economic implications the Jerusalem-Wall Street connection holds; and what the Jewish people's future looks like in a transforming world.

The conference will spotlight young New York Jews – a new generation educated on politically charged campuses, frequently caught between worlds, as they balance rootedness with integration into an increasingly distant American society.

Prof. Uriel Reichman, Reichman University founding president and board chairman, also participating in the conference, said, "As a Zionist university, I viewed connecting with Jewish youth from diaspora communities worldwide as a paramount mission. At the Raphael Recanati International School, which we established on campus 25 years ago, thousands of young people from 90 countries study in English, sharing values and shaping the future of the Jewish people. Worldwide antisemitism and Israel's survival struggles demand a stronger bond than ever between the State of Israel and diaspora Jews."

Additional conference guests include businesswoman Ofra Strauss, HaShomer HaChadash CEO Yoel Zilberman, Masa CEO Meir Holtz, Rashi Foundation Chairman Shaul Shani, World Jewish Congress President for Israel and the region Sylvan Adams, Szold Center Chairman Avigdor Kahalani, Mitnaskim CEO Tal Buskus, and others.

A gathering for impact and hope

Israel Hayom editor-in-chief Omer Lachmanovitch said, "We stand at a historic war's conclusion, and discourse surrounding Israel, Judaism, and Jewish identity intensifies in communities globally. Particularly given the New York City mayoral election results, which have raised questions and concerns in the Jewish community, a gathering of Jewish, Israeli, and American voices under one roof holds special significance. Israel Hayom's first New York conference offers an opportunity to collectively examine our era's challenges, address the security and economic aspects of US-Israel relations, and craft a shared vocabulary of responsibility, impact, and hope."

Further discussion on Israel-US relations will take place at the Israel Hayom Summit on December 2 at the Hilton Midtown Hotel in New York City. 

Tickets here: https://tickchak.co.il/Israel1

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According to the New York Post, security staff at the Magen David Yeshiva in Gravesend discovered the symbols painted in red on the building's columns and a window around 6:30 a.m. local time. The suspect, dressed in black, fled on foot and has not yet been apprehended.

At the same time, New York City Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker announced his resignation, becoming the first senior city official to step down following Mamdani's election. In a letter to outgoing Mayor Eric Adams, Tucker wrote that it had been "a once-in-a-lifetime honor" to serve as fire commissioner, and that he would leave his post on December 19. "Until then, I will continue to lead the world's greatest fire department and ensure a smooth transition," he wrote.

According to Bloomberg, citing a person familiar with the matter, Tucker's decision was influenced by his strong Zionist convictions and his belief that he could not continue serving under Mamdani. The report noted that before joining City Hall, Tucker founded and ran T&M Protection Resources, a security and intelligence firm operating in the US and Israel, and is expected to return to that role after his departure. His resignation breaks a long-standing city tradition in which commissioners remain in office until a new mayor's term begins.

In addition, Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, announced new initiatives to address Mamdani's rise to the leadership of a city that is home to the largest Jewish community in the world. The organization will launch a dedicated hotline for reporting antisemitic incidents, establish a monitoring program to track policies and appointments in City Hall, and publish regular public reports on the actions of the Mamdani administration.

"The mayor-elect has promoted antisemitic narratives, aligned himself with people who have histories of antisemitism, and displayed open hostility toward the Jewish state that runs counter to the views of the overwhelming majority of New York's Jews," Greenblatt said. "We are deeply concerned that those individuals and principles will influence his administration at a time when we are tracking a brazen surge of harassment, vandalism, and violence targeting Jewish residents and institutions in recent years."

He added, "This is just a start. But make no mistake: ADL's core purpose is to protect the Jewish people, and we will be relentless and unyielding in our work to ensure the safety and security of all Jewish New Yorkers."

According to recent polls, 60% of Jewish voters cast their ballots for Andrew Cuomo, while 30% supported Mamdani and 8% backed Curtis Sliwa. In the ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods of Midwood and Borough Park, Cuomo won by a landslide with about 76% of the vote. Mamdani, however, received 71% support in Crown Heights and 61% in Williamsburg. He also performed well among liberal Jewish communities in Manhattan and parts of Queens, particularly among young and secular families. Roughly 960,000 Jews live in New York City, with the largest populations in Brooklyn (462,000) and Manhattan (277,000).

In his victory speech, Mamdani sought to counter criticism that his anti-Israel positions amounted to antisemitism, declaring that he would "build a City Hall that stands steadfast alongside Jewish New Yorkers and does not waver in the fight against the scourge of antisemitism." He then addressed his Muslim supporters, speaking in Arabic, and added, "No more will New York be a city where you can traffic in Islamophobia and win an election." The city's one million Muslims, he said, "know they belong, not only in the five boroughs but also in the corridors of power."

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The right-wing American newspaper New York Post, published its cover last night on its X account after the vote count was announced, showing Mamdani's head placed on a body wielding a hammer and sickle – symbols of communism. Next to the illustration, "The Red Apple" was written in large letters, and beyond the satirical wordplay in the headline itself, the letter R was written as a mirror image, in accordance with letters in the Russian language. "Get your Marx, get set, Zo!" was written above the headline, playing on the classic 'on your mark, get set, go' race starter, referencing Mamdani's socialist agenda. The Wall Street Journal, in a contradicting vein, wrote in its editorial, "Zohran Mamdani captures New York", explaining: "For the sake of America's largest city, let's hope it's the former. The Big Apple has been in a downward slide since Mike Bloomberg left office and two decades of largely good governance ended. Bill de Blasio let crime return with a vengeance, and a succession of governors raised taxes multiple times. Homeless occupy subway trains and street corners. Housing is unaffordable for the young as rent control hampers development and upkeep." The editorial board added, "We'll soon learn if the 34-year-old Assemblyman has a pragmatic streak or sees his mission as making the city that never sleeps a socialist lab experiment." It stressed that Mamdani was propelled to power by successfully highlighting the problems plaguing the city after successive Democratic establishment mayors have failed to address them, but that his real test will come in delivering positive change, which is unachievable if he is to focus on socialist policies. "They voted for hope, not more of the same, but they may get the same only more so if Mr. Mamdani tries to implement his policies of free buses, limits on policing, much higher taxes, and tighter rent control," the editorial warned.

The British Daily Mail ran its morning cover with the headline "Seeing Red" above Mamdani's photo. The cover's text stated: "Socialist takes New York."

In contrast, The New Yorker magazine's cover took a sharply different tone, showing an illustration of Mamdani in the center of a subway car together with the distribution of New York society, in which an Orthodox Jew appears, citizens of all skin tones, and those carrying New York markers like an "I heart NY" bag or New York Yankee caps, with the site's lead article titled "The Mamdani Era Begins."

The British newspaper The Telegraph featured the headline "Trump's worst nightmare wins in New York" alongside a photo of Mamdani's victory.

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Beyond the immediate danger – an enthusiastic BDS supporter entering the mayor's office, someone who pledged to arrest Netanyahu upon arrival in New York and opposes Israel's existence as a Jewish and democratic state – an equally serious challenge exists. Mamdani attempts to create an artificial and absurd separation between his open hostility to Zionism and antisemitism (from which he tries to distance himself): his very rise to center stage confronts the Jewish community, not just in New York, with a profound challenge regarding Jewish-American identity.

Facing a renewed antisemitic wave – whose peak was the McCarthy committee, with most victims being Jewish – they remained passive when the Eisenhower administration applied brutal pressure on Israel to withdraw from Sinai after Operation Kadesh. Despite Truman's recognition of the state shortly after the Declaration of Independence, US administrations until 1962 persisted in refusing to supply weapons to Israel – also without loud protest from the community.

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