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If 'Eating Fish' is the Biggest Issue Adams Faces as Mayor, He'll Take It
Mayor Adams is known as "New York City's first vegan mayor."(Krystalb97/Flickr) Adams, who acknowledged he occasionally eats fish, told the “food police” to back off. New York City — "Ya know, you can't please all the people all the time . . ." Hedberg joked, "and last night — all those people were at my show!"
Artist Turning Plastic Waste into ‘Earth Poetica’ Reflects Art's True Beauty
Beauty sculpted from a bag of trash.(Paul Domenick/Flickr) 'Earth Poetica,' a huge globe sculpted from plastic waste, is set to be exhibited in NYC. New York City — Years ago, a friend took me to an artist's studio. The barefooted painter, wearing paint-splotched jeans, extended for a handshake. "I'm Styles."
New York City Held a Special Place in MLK's Heart
Dr. Martin Luther King's dream lives on . . .(Minnesota Historical Society/Wikimedia Commons) America's 'most liberal city' was special to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. New York City — Someone asked King for his definition of love. "Love is the greatest force in the universe," King answered. "It is the heartbeat of the moral cosmos. He who loves is a participant in the being of God."
10 Weird Laws in Raleigh
Not only is Raleigh "the City of Oaks" but it's also the city of weird laws.(NCDOTcommunications/Flickr) Raleigh, NC — I've always wanted to visit North Carolina's capital city, renowned for great colleges and the famed "Research Triangle." Before visiting any new city, however, I usually familiarize myself with its basic laws.
Protestors Rally to 'Save Bodegas' from 15-Minute Grocery Delivery
Instant grocery delivery appears to be the wave of the future.(Louisa Hallett/Retailleader) Some New Yorkers fear grocery delivery apps pose a threat to bodegas. New York City — Once upon a time . . . the Empire State Building was billed as the Eighth Wonder of the World. People came from far and wide to glimpse NYC's record-breaking giant. Yet today, the Empire State Building no longer cracks NYC's "top 5" list of tallest skyscrapers.
Despite Critics, Mayor Adams Says Letting Non-citizens Vote is ‘Best Choice’
Mayor Adams stresses the importance of championing voting rights.(PJPH/Wikimedia Commons) Mayor Adams shows support for NYC's controversial voting bill. New York City — Over the weekend, Mayor Adams gave legislation the green light to allow almost a million noncitizens the right to vote.
10 Weird Laws in Albuquerque
Not only is Albuquerque "the Duke City" but it's also the city of weird laws.(Steve Burke/Wikimedia Commons) Albuquerque, NM — I've always wanted to visit one of the nation's most "beautiful cities," renowned for having watermelon-colored mountains and lovely rivers. Before visiting any new city, however, I usually familiarize myself with its basic laws.
Mayor Adams Hopes to Make NYC the Bitcoin & Crypto Capital
Could the "Big Apple" soon become the "Big Crypto"?(QuoteInspector.com) Mayor Adams plans to make New York City the crypto capital of America. New York City — "Actions speak louder than words," goes the saying. So when the newly elected mayor expressed fondness for Bitcoin, Adams backed it up with plain ol' action.
A Child's Reaction to 'Seeing Himself' in 'Encanto' Character Sends Heartfelt Message
Walt Disney tagline: "To make people happy."(Joe Penniston/Flickr) 2-year-old New Yorker seeing himself in a movie character sends a powerful message. New York City — "All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” Walt Disney's power-mantra, over half a century after his death, still resonates with millions.
10 Weird Laws in Boston
Not only is Boston "Beantown" but it's also a town with some of the weirdest laws.(Emmanuel Huybrechts/Wikimedia Commons) Boston, MA — Like many, I enjoy visiting the city responsible for not only the top colleges (Harvard, MIT) but also the best sports teams. Before visiting any new city, however, I usually familiarize myself with its basic laws.
3 Rewarding Ways to Bring in a New Year in New York
The new year celebrates embracing new outlooks and approaches to life.(gigi_nyc/Flickr) NYC welcomes in the new year — full of new things that have never been. New York City — Aside from birthdays, perhaps no day is more significant than New Year's Day. And similar to each person's day of birth, January 1 births all the following days of the year.
Viral TikTok of Tiny Apartment Shows Why NYC is Nation's Most Expensive City
Because NYC is by far the most densely populated city, New Yorkers place a premium on space.(Pingnews.com/Flickr) TikToker shows off ‘the smallest apartment in New York’. New York City — "Take a bite out of the Big Apple," a comedian joked, "but that apple'll cost you $5, first." And such goes the hefty price of living in The City That Never Sleeps.
Nets Bringing Back Irving Reminds Us the NBA is a Business, Above All
Despite unpredictable behavior, Kyrie Irving is arguably the most talented guard in the NBA.(Keith Allison/Wikimedia Commons) Despite Irving's vaccine refusal, Brooklyn Nets side with 'business, never personal'
10 Weird Laws in Houston
Houston is not only "Space City" but it's also a city with weird laws.(Jane04Chesapeake/Wikimedia Commons) Houston, TX — "Never forget where you come from," goes the saying. Indeed, even if I tried my darndest, I could never remember to forget I'm from Space City. Of course, in addition to NASA — H-town also has a few "out of this world" laws.
If ‘Vaccination Team’ is Allowed in Homes, De Blasio Offers Each Person $100
To combat Omicron, Mayor de Blasio makes an appeal to the school of thought called "money talks."(DonkeyHotey/Flickr) De Blasio offers New Yorkers $100 per family member if a ‘vaccination team’ is allowed entrance.
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