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Jade-Ceres Violet D. Munoz
How Excited Are You About the Biggest Harry Potter Store in the World Opening in NYC?
Harry Potter Flagship Store Atrium View Photo provided by Warner Bros / Wizarding World. Have you ever dreamt about flying to Japan to go to the Wizarding World in Osaka? Unfortunately, Covid-19 has put those plans down the drain for many Potterheads. Well, New York has the next best thing coming. It will soon be home to the largest Harry Potter store in the world. While you can’t exactly swig a butterbeer or walk the corridors of Hogwarts castle, the store will span 3 floors and will be over 20,000 square feet of HP goodies.
5 Free Things You Can Get in New York with Your Covid Vaccine
Getting your Covid vaccine already offers some inherent benefits. This includes protecting yourself from severe Covid-19 symptoms, being able to see your family and friends who have also been vaccinated, preventing the spread of the virus to vulnerable people, and helping the world get back to normal.
How Cartoons Help My Child Understand LGBTQ
When February rolled around and the pride flag started flying everywhere, my 8-year-old daughter asked me what that was. I began explaining the concept of LGBTQ to her. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that she easily understood it because of Steven Universe. Yes, the cartoon made my life easier. I knew letting her watch television would eventually pay off!
Would You Call Northwest Arkansas Home for $10,000?
Photo of Canoe Installation at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, in Bentonville AR byMick Haupt onUnsplash. Northwest Arkansas has found itself on the radar of thousands of professionals. Currently one of the fastest-growing economies in the US, it is home to three Fortune 500 companies plus several other businesses and startups rapidly building infrastructure and manpower. The Northwest Arkansas region has a per capita income that’s 14% higher than the national average. There are currently 10,000 open positions, with an exceedingly low unemployment rate of just 2.8%.
New York City Starts Electrifying Garbage Truck Fleet
Changes are happening to trash pickup in New York City -- it’s about to be a lot quieter and environmentally cleaner. It's been a long time coming. In February 2020, Mayor Bill de Blasio signed an executive order mandating a fully electric garbage truck fleet by 2040. The direction “has a very ambitious greenhouse gas reduction goal and reprioritizes the environmental direction of the NYC fleet,” says Rocco DiRico, deputy commission for the New York City Department of Sanitation.
Chinatown Block Watch: Meet the Guardian Angels of New York’s Chinatown
Chinatown Block Watch photo by Karlin Chan (used with permission from the owner) Neighbors are looking out for neighbors in Chinatown. Members of the Chinatown Block Watch have been patrolling the area since February last year. Donning their signature bright orange colors, the Block Watch came together “to mitigate heightened anxiety and fear in the neighborhood after reports of attacks on Chinese / Asian were reported in the media and to put a visible deterrent on the streets,” said its founder Karlin Chan.
New York state leaders in agreement over recreational marijuana
New York lawmakers have reached an agreement late Saturday on the legislation that would legalize sales of recreational marijuana in New York. The bill would expand New York’s existing medical cannabis program established by the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), which aims to “implement a comprehensive regulatory framework that would cover medical, adult-use and cannabinoid hemp,” said a statement from Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s office on Sunday morning.
The Freedom of Monotony: Why I Decided to Wear the Same Clothes Everyday
It isn’t some fad or some attempt at personal branding. A month ago, I decided to buy 5 of the exact same black t-shirts. I cleaned out my closet letting go of my pantsuits, some designer dresses, and a few other things in there. It was such a breather to finally have a clean closet.
Will You Move to Topeka, Kansas for $15,000?
If you’re thinking of moving anywhere in the US, consider Topeka, Kansas. After all, they are willing to pay people to move there. The capital city of Kansas is looking to bolster its talent pool, economy, and population by offering people to move to Topeka with an initiative that grants as much as $15,000. The goal of the Choose Topeka program is to get talented individuals to live and work in the city and be committed to its future.
George Floyd: City of Minneapolis to Pay Family $27 Million
The Minneapolis City Council unanimously voted the approval of a pre-trial settlement over George Floyd’s homicide amounting to $27 million. It was a 13-0 vote to approve the settlement. The 46-year-old’s death at the hands of police last May was caught on camera and outraged the nation, sparking #blacklivesmatter protests worldwide.
Boy Scouts of America Celebrates Inaugural Class of Female Eagle Scouts
In 2019 the Boy Scouts of America started accepting young women to join the Scouts BSA, the rebranded program for older scouts. It took almost two years, but these young ladies worked hard to earn their merit badges, master scouting skills, and earn their rank requirements. Despite the difficulties of Covid-19, they continued to work hard on their scouting skills. It finally paid off. On Feb 21, nearly 1,000 female Eagle Scouts were welcomed to the ranks via a virtual celebration.
Atlanta Grows the Largest Free Food Forest in the US
Walking into the 7-acre forest in Atlanta is such a treat. Bathe yourself in the fresh oxygen from the fully grown trees. Walk beneath the canopy of leaves. Let the birdsongs surround you. When you get hungry, just reach up and grab a fruit from one of the many fruit-bearing trees or pick the veggies that you fancy. It isn’t just an ordinary forest, it is a free food forest open to residents of Atlanta.
Pay Off Your Student Debt by Getting $10,000 to Move to Ohio
Photo: View of Downtown Hamilton from the Miami River bridge by S&Mj Adventures, Creative Commons by SA 2.0. The Federal Reserve estimates that Americans owed more than $1.7 trillion in student loans by the third quarter of 2020. That’s an increase of nearly 4% compared to the previous year. Compared to the previous decade, that’s an increase of 102% (where student loans were pegged at roughly $845 million in 2010).
Is Tulsa for you? The $10,000 grant to move there may convince you to say yes
Tulsa, the second largest city in Oklahoma, has something for everyone. From massive green spaces to a vibrant art district, art deco buildings to a thriving food scene, Tulsa will not leave you wanting.
Savannah is calling...and they'll even pay you to move there
Savannah, Georgia seems like a dreamy place straight out of the movie version of Gone With the Wind. It’s easy to fall in love with this coastal city dotted with manicured parks, cobblestoned squares and antebellum architecture. The horse-drawn carriages and beautiful mature oak trees draped with idyllic Spanish moss add to the romantic feel.
Top 5 New York City Wine Bars
Ah, New York City and alcohol -- they’re always a good combination. There are many watering holes in the city to find your craft beers and artisan cocktails. Then there are wine bars. A cut above the usual drinking spot, they are a flexible venue for casual dates, hanging out solo, a post-theatre drink or whatever you fancy. Gone are the days when wine bars were for the older generation. Vino has become popular again with the younger crowd of drinkers. Today’s wine bars are hip and trendy. They offer more than a glass of your favorite fermented grape pairing the beautiful drink with chef-made delicacies.
She Was Falling Madly In Love, So She Ghosted Him
Laney* (name changed to protect her privacy) was a lovely girl. She was easy to fall in love with. She was smart, sweet, and caring. She was always ready to help out as a friend. The only thing wrong with her, if anything, was that she was always guarded. She hated the idea of falling in love and being hurt. So, as much as possible, she always ends up putting any guy that even attempts to look at her with romantic intentions right in the friend zone.
The Empire State Building Goes Green
The Empire State Building in New York City is known for several things. It was once the tallest building in the world -- and is still counted among the tallest to this day. It was also the epic scene for the classic King Kong movie. The Art Deco building was completed in 1931 and has been named as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World by the American Society of Civil Engineers.
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