NEW YORK CITY (TIP):  The City of New York appeared to be sharply divided between pro- Palestine and pro-Israel groups. The center of the New York City, Times Square , witnessed on October 8, demonstrations by the two sides. Tensions did build up but the NYPD succeeded in segregating the groups with effective barricading in place. NYPD has, meanwhile, stated that there are no credible threats to New York City. However, the NYPD is on alert.