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.
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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.
Hell on Wheels: Mexico City Tops Global Poll of Worst Places to Drive
So you think your commute is bad? Spare a thought for drivers in Mexico City – which has the most tortuous driving in the world, according to a new IBM survey.
Beyond 9/11: Portraits of Resilience Opens in New York
At Milk Gallery in New York’s Meatpacking District, the activity this time of year usually centers on Fashion Week. Yet enter the main gallery and you’ll see dozens of stark, emotional portraits that are the very opposite of …
Report: America’s Worst Drivers Live in Washington
The U.S. capital may be infamous for political dysfunction, but it seems the breakdown extends to its roads, too.
Reading While Eating for September 2: Something for Everyone
Friday’s links give you a sprinkling of just about everything, to send the week off in style.
Locked Up at Rikers Island? NYC Irene Evacuation Plans Don’t Include You
As many as 370,000 people have been ordered to evacuate low-lying areas of New York City, But if you belong to one segment of New York’s population you will be staying put, despite Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s instructions.