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The long blade of a knife pierces through pink skin and slices along the spine. A woman pulls out a hacksaw and hunches over the body, sawing away at the bone. She digs her fingers under the rib cage and yanks it upwards with a loud crack. There is a hog carcass on the table... Continue Reading →
Every spring and fall, Manhattan is blessed with Madison Square Eats, the bi-annual outdoor food festival where New Yorkers can enjoy an eclectic mix of food and drinks under the shadow of the Flatiron building. Some of the city’s most coveted food stalls will gather from April 30 to May 27 to dish out their... Continue Reading →
If you’re looking for traditional Brazilian food, Casa is your place. This corner restaurant is tiny but bright and airy, with floor-to-ceiling window panes opening it up to the classic brick buildings of Bedford Street. Clusters of red chili peppers hang down from the ceiling and colorful Brazilian artwork pops from the clean white walls.... Continue Reading →
Anyone looking for an unpredictable way to spend an evening in October should make a visit to Night Court in lower Manhattan, but try to avoid being the one behind bars. For everyone arrested in New York City, their arraignment is held within 24 hours in the Criminal Court located in the borough in which... Continue Reading →
On a warm Saturday in October, customers ranging from guys in their 20s, to a teenage girl, to a little boy with parents in tow, make their way down the narrow staircase that leads to the hidden hangout that is Uncle Funky’s Boards. Incense warms the air in the psychedelic skate shop and helmets of... Continue Reading →
A pregnant woman from the island of Antigua set out on a trip to New York City 32 years ago with the sole purpose of giving birth to her son, Mario Nicholas, on American soil. She was taking advantage of birthright citizenship, a law that gives any child born in the United States citizenship, regardless... Continue Reading →
Locals and tourists alike crowded New York City streets from one end to another for a chance to see Pope Francis in person. While many were drawn to him as the leader of the Catholic Church, others were attracted by his superstar persona and strong social media presence. He currently has 7.5 million Twitter followers... Continue Reading →
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of their fashion and lifestyle online publication, Refinery 29 put together an interactive funhouse in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, called appropriately “29 Rooms.” A massive warehouse was outfitted with themed rooms featuring different artwork, videos and workshops. Each room is designed in collaboration with a fashionable brand or artist and many also... Continue Reading →
After graduating from the University of Bristol in June, Rowena Henley, 21, left her family to move to New York City to study for a Master’s Degree at NYU School of Journalism. Since arriving, she spends her time attending music shows, scouring vintage shops and eating Thai food. Although she has never lived outside England... Continue Reading →
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