1. In 1938, the "Kristallnacht" pogrom against Jews began in Germany, resulting in the destruction of synagogues, businesses, and homes. This event had a profound impact on New York City, which had a large Jewish population at the time. Many New Yorkers organized rallies and protests against the Nazi regime, and some even went on to serve in the military during World War II.

2. On November 9, 1965, a massive power outage hit New York City, leaving millions of people without electricity for up to 13 hours. The blackout was caused by a faulty relay at a power station in upstate New York and highlighted the city's need for modernized electrical infrastructure. The incident also led to a rise in looting and vandalism, causing chaos in some areas of the city.

3. The New York Broadway premiere of The Mousetrap, Agatha Christie's record-breaking play, took place on November 9, 1952. The play, which is still running in London after more than 68 years, has become a cultural phenomenon and solidified Christie's reputation as the "Queen of Crime."

4. On November 9, 1989, the Berlin Wall fell, marking the beginning of the end of the Cold War. New Yorkers watched the events unfold on television, and many saw parallels between the reunification of Germany and the city's own struggles with division and inequality.

5. In 1933, the American Association of University Women held its annual conference in New York City, where delegates voted to establish the International Federation of University Women. This organization, which is still active today, works to promote women's education and advancement worldwide.