With 27 floats set to roll down the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade route in New York City, getting the festive contraptions ready for the big day proves a yearlong job for a team of sculptors, woodworkers, painters and …
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Occupy Wall Street: At ‘Day of Action’ the Movement Vows to Fight On
In the days leading up to the Nov. 17 Global Day of Action, Occupy Wall Street protesters planned several events, including a 7 a.m. march to shut down Wall Street.
Court Order Lets Wall Street Protesters Return to Zuccotti Park, For Now
Just hours after Mayor Michael Bloomberg ordered police to evacuate Zuccotti Park for sanitation purposes, Occupy Wall Street protesters are again returning to the center of what has become a worldwide movement.
Police evicted …
Reading While Eating for November 8: How to Succeed
Get ahead in life with links about college majors and making first impressions.
New York City Carriage Horse Drops Dead in the Street
A day slated for trotting in the park took an early tragic turn for Charlie, a New York City horse.
A New York City Bus Gives Women the Back Seat
This week, a woman was told to give up her seat in the front of a Brooklyn bus. The front was reserved for men, riders said. Her place was in the back with the other women.
Infamous Flight Attendant Steven Slater Gets Probation, Fines for Stunt
The turbulent airline worker who infamously quit his JetBlue job by activating the emergency chute on a plane last year has landed himself with a year’s probation.
Solidarity Saturday: Occupy Wall Street Goes Global
The Occupy Wall Street protesters have spent the past four weeks trying to make their voices heard. On Saturday, hundreds of thousands around the world responded.
Occupy Bling Street: Celebrities Turn Wall Street Protests Into Media Circus
Kanye West and Russell Simmons are the latest stars to show their solidarity with the protesters. But wait a minute, aren’t they the 1%?
Sept. 11 Memorial Misspells Victim’s Name
The 10-year anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks was commemorated with a memorial site featuring waterfalls surrounded by bronze panels etched with the names of the 2,983 people who died in the attacks. One of those names, …
Hundreds of Iconic John Wayne Items Go Up for Auction
Ever wanted to wear John Wayne’s eye patch from the original True Grit? Now could be your chance, as a host of the legendary actor’s belongings hit the auction block in October.
Reading While Eating for September 12: Fun and Games
Monday’s links feature funny women, fictional pastimes and even musical saws. After a somber weekend, let’s have some fun.
