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01/16/2024

NYC’S CENTRAL PARK SEES SNOW AFTER RECORD-BREAKING 701 DAY DROUGHT.

It snowed in New York City’s Central Park after 701 days without any. The National Weather Service confirmed 1.4 inches. And that marks the end of the record-breaking drought.

https://ny-af.com/news/nycs-central-park-sees-snow-after-record-breaking-701-day-drought

01/15/2024

STEEL SYMPHONY IN LINCOLN SQUARE: THE MAGIC OF WILLIAM TARR’S MLK MEMORIAL CUBE

Looking for an engaging way to honor MLK? Visit William Tarr’s MLK memorial dedicated to the civil rights leader, while it’s free.

https://ny-af.com/arts/steel-symphony-in-lincoln-square-the-magic-of-william-tarrs-mlk-memorial-cube

03/30/2023

NYC Audubon voted earlier this month to nix the “Audubon” from its name. Born in Haiti, John James Audubon was one of America’s— self-taught—pioneer ornithologists. He was a naturalist and the author and artist of Birds of America. It’s a now-celebrated book for its 435 watercolored images of American birds. But Audubon was also a slaveholder and white supremacist. And “after a rigorous assessment,” says the organization, it’s choosing to rename.

NYC Audubon voted earlier this month to nix the “Audubon” from its name. Born in Haiti, John James Audubon was one of America’s— self-taught—pioneer ornithologists. He was a naturalist and the author and artist of Birds of America. It’s a now-celebrated book for its 435 watercolored imag...

03/23/2023

The era of the $1 slice—a popular option among tourists, students, and transplants—is coming to a close. 2 Bros Pizza, a favored New York restaurant chain, is increasing the price of its slices due to inflation.

The era of the $1 slice—a popular option among tourists, students, and transplants—is coming to a close. 2 Bros Pizza, a favored New York restaurant chain, is increasing the price of its slices due to inflation. “Over the past few years, we had done everything in our power to keep the cheese s...

03/16/2023

New York races to find the nurses that may have obtained their licenses using fake documents. It’s a measure taken after several Florida schools that have come under fire in recent months. They’re accused of selling thousands of bogus diplomas and transcripts. Regulators requested the nurses “surrender their licenses or prove” their qualifications.

New York races to find the nurses that may have obtained their licenses using fake documents. It’s a measure taken after several Florida schools that have come under fire in recent months. They’re accused of selling thousands of bogus diplomas and transcripts. Regulators requested the nurses “...

03/13/2023

Over the weekend, the MTA unveiled a new R211 model subway car fleet on the A-line. They have security cameras, more accessible seating, and 8-inch wider doorways.

Over the weekend, the MTA unveiled a new R211 model subway car fleet on the A-line. They have security cameras, more accessible seating, and 8-inch wider doorways. New York City Transit President Richard Davey says they’re better trains. They’re “faster, cleaner, and safer,” he says.

03/10/2023

It’s National Meatball Day! This dish is inspired by the classic Italian-American meatball, except it’s meatless (and soy, gluten, and GMO-free).
Learn a little history about Italian cuisine and Brooklyn culture. Also, check out the recipe so you can celebrate today by making the dish for yourself and loved ones.

It’s National Meatball Day! Those delectable spherules of seasoned wads of assorted meats. Of course, an Anthony Bordain’ish hook would’ve roped everyone in a few years ago. But things have changed. It’s like health nuts are surveying us from the Internet’s rooftops like in comic books. An...

03/10/2023

It’s National Meatball Day! This dish is inspired by the classic Italian-American meatball, except it’s meatless (and soy, gluten, and GMO-free).
Learn a little history about Italian cuisine and Brooklyn culture. Also, check out the recipe so you can celebrate today by making the dish yourself and loved ones.

It’s National Meatball Day! Those delectable spherules of seasoned wads of assorted meats. Of course, an Anthony Bordain’ish hook would’ve roped everyone in a few years ago. But things have changed. It’s like health nuts are surveying us from the Internet’s rooftops like in comic books. An...