Taxes are (almost) as integral to the dawn of spring as allergies and Easter egg hunts. Though a reality to all, federal taxes can present to many a hazy, stressful cloud of fear and dread. As the federal deadline looms (due on …
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Phone-Hacking Scandal Makes Its Way to America
It looks like the saga that’s engulfed the U.K. could make the leap across the pond, as a British lawyer has announced he’ll be taking legal action within the U.S. on behalf of three new alleged victims of phone-hacking.
Mark …
Should the Titanic‘s Artifacts Stay Underwater?
As the 100th anniversary of the ship’s demise approaches, an auction and a museum exhibit take two distinct approaches to commemorating the disaster. Are the remains meant for public education or private mourning?
Passengers Who Cause Airline Delays May Have to Pay Up
Alec Baldwin may have the money to disturb a flight, but the average flyer may think twice before playing Words with Friends.
Carnegie Deli Debuts ‘Jetbow’ Sandwich for Tebow’s N.Y. Arrival
His name has been printed on jerseys and rosters already, so it’s only natural that Tim Tebow is appearing on menus across New York City, too. To coincide with Tebow’s Monday introduction as the New York Jets’ backup …
Food Fight: America’s Best Bagel May Not Be from New York
Consumer Reports dares to compare grocery-store bagels to your bagel shop’s finest. New Yorkers, of course, aren’t so happy.
‘Tall Clubs’ Give the Vertically Endowed a Leg Up in Business
Forget college alumni events. The new way to network is by mingling with fellow tall people.
Watch Out, Speed Demons: Website Ranks Cities with Most Speed Traps
With advancing technology and widespread use of enforcement cameras, speeding tickets are inevitable. But while police officers develop new equipment, so does the fast-driving public. Trapster.com, an online warning system for …
Animal House Musical to Bring the Party to Broadway
When the Great White Way gets turned into Frat Row, will theatergoers applaud an on-stage toga party?
Babe Ruth’s Yankees Jersey Expected to Auction for Record Sum
There are people who excel at sports, there are those who rise to the top of their profession, and then there’s Babe Ruth.
And soon you could own a piece of the legend — a genuine New York Yankees jersey, worn by the man …
Should Yoga Be an Olympic Sport?
USA Yoga is seeking to become the national governing body of the sport, and has applied to the United States Olympic committee to be officially registered.
New York Restaurants Inevitably Cash In on Linsanity
It was only a matter of time, wasn’t it? Jeremy “Lin-spired” dishes and drinks have made their way onto menus across New York City.
And if this sounds like the perfect meal for you, the first port of call must be the bars …