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In 2014, four tenants refused to move out of their homes when developers wanted to create one of the most exclusive residences in Manhattan. Eventually, they all received huge payouts. The last tenant was so savvy and stubborn he received $17 million, plus use of a $2 million residence for life.
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The New Year’s Confetti at Times Square are literally made of people’s hopes and dreams; the Times Square Visitor Center wall is open year round for people to put Post-Its up with their next-year’s wishes, which are made into confetti.
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When’s the last time you went to New York City?
I was there about two years ago and, while I had a great time just like I always do when I visit the Big Apple, there’s no denying that there are A TON of hipsters wandering the streets of that great city.
And, luckily for those of us that don’t live in NYC, there’s a great Instagram account called Hipsters of New York that captures these men and women in all their glory. Hey, it’s the next best thing to actually being there!
Take a look at these folks and try not to laugh…too much…
You kind of remind me of Jesus…
This one really has me perplexed.
And my eyes are burning.
And why aren’t you in black and white?
Why did you do this, sir?
He looks like a blast!
And also, he kind of looks like Johnny Knoxville.
That is really LOUD.
Hey buddy, who helped you get dressed this morning?
I’m lost, LOST I tell you!
You do you, okay?
That’s quite a get-up you got there.
Oh, boy…what kind of world are we living in?!?!
How about you?
Do you see a lot of hipsters in your area?
If so, tell us all about it in the comments. And share some pics if you got ’em!
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Hipsters are everywhere these days.
Big cities, medium-sized cities, small towns. And yet, New York City seems to be the place where these folks really flourish.
And I’m sure that many of them are very fine, smart people, but…a lot of times they look totally godd*mn ridiculous. And that’s a plus for all of us because we get to laugh at them from afar!
Check out these funny and interesting photos from an Instagram account called Hipsters of New York that you should definitely be following. Let’s take a look, shall we?
Also, what on Earth is she wearing?
Also, my eyes hurt.
At least he’s comfortable…I guess…
And that sweater is really something else.
You guys are killing it!
Or maybe she’s sleepwalking. Who knows?
I can’t even bear to look.
What the heck is going on around here?
Hmmmm, I’m a little bit weirded out…
And you failed…
Hey, you never know.
That’s enough!
How about where you live?
Are there a lot of hipsters roaming the streets in your neighborhood?
Tell us all about it in the comments. We’d love to hear from you!
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In the 1980s, teenagers in New York would jam the token turnstiles for the subway and suck out the tokens with their mouths so they could use them later. To combat this, employees sprinkled chilli powder or spray mace on the slots and see if they noticed anyone with red lips.
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There is a neighborhood called “The Hole” in NYC. It has no streetlights, sidewalks, or sewers, and it sits 12 feet below the surrounding area (hence the name). It was once home to a farming town, black cowboys, the mob, until finally earning the reputation of the worst neighborhood in NYC.
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Despite how TV shows and movies depict it, New York only has a few alleys. Almost every alley scene is shot at the same location: Cortlandt Alley.
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The steam iconically shooting out of the streets of New York City comes from the underground new york steam system. The 105 mile system of pipes began providing services in 1882, it uses clean water and still delivers steam to over 2,000 city buildings today.
This is Anna Kendrick, big-time Hollywood actress.
And all I’ve gotta say is… dayum!
And this is Anthony Beauvillier, hockey player for the New York Islanders.
RAWWWRRRRRR!!!
Beauvillier decided to reach out to Kendrick on Twitter and, to his surprise, he got a little help from his friends. Actually, I’m not sure if he even knows these people, but they’re probably his friends now.
Here’s how Beauvillier tried to get Kendrick’s attention.
— Anthony Beauvillier (@titobeauvi21) December 26, 2019
Okay, probably not the most original introduction in the history of mankind, but, still, he gave it a shot.
But then something miraculous happened. People on Twitter got behind “Beau” as he’s known to hockey fans and they started to chip in with stories (that could possibly be categorized as “tall tales”) and compliments to help boost Beauvillier’s image to Kendrick so she’d go out on a date with him.
There was the time Beau saved those kittens.
Beau, thank you again for saving all those kittens at that animal shelter in the Bahamas when the Hurricane hit. Still amazed that you swam to Miami with them on your back.
— Mattyboy (@ExIsledUsher) December 26, 2019
And then he gave another fan a kidney.
Waited five years for a donor until this guy gave me his kidney. Can’t thank you enough dude
— Luke (@lukebonomo) December 26, 2019
And remember when Beau saved all those puppies? And this guy thankfully mentioned how HUGE Beau’s cup is…hint hint.
hey man thanks for letting me use your gear during that fundraiser you held for the animal shelter to save puppies. Your cup was way too big but other than that everything worked fine. Thanks again!
— Big Heat (@DanyAllstar15) December 26, 2019
Apparently, the guy is handy in the emergency room as well.
Thanks for performing open heart surgery on me man, I appreciate it
— Chris Genovese
(@Chris_Geno_51) December 26, 2019
All in one day?!?! This guy can do it all!
Remember Beau when you saved me from a burning building, cooked me a 7 course meal and taught me 8 languages , that was a great day
— Bruno Gervais (@bruno_gervais27) December 26, 2019
And then we have this absolute gem.
Hey Beau,
The folks at @NASA called, looks like they’re gonna need you to save the world from another planet-ending asteroid again. Yeah I know, it’s getting old saving the world, but face it you’re our only hope!
Thanks, the entire world owes you for your sacrifice!
— Gives No Pucks (@afewpucksshort) December 26, 2019
Finally, this friend of Beau’s went above and beyond in the compliment department…
thanks for lending me the private yacht to go for a family vacation to the bahamas last saturday !! and for letting me use your helicopter to frequently visit my dying grandma !!
— renee (@PekkaRenee) December 26, 2019
Some really great friends right there, don’t you agree? I’d think any lady would be hard-pressed to deny a guy like this a date.
Here’s how Anna Kendrick responded to all the hoopla on Twitter.
These replies have been my entertainment for the last two days. Thank you all for regaling me with the true tales of this man’s heroism.
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) December 27, 2019
Nothing further on this story yet…we’ll see if this one ends up in a love connection.
What do you think? Would you have been so bold?
Let us know in the comments!
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Because there’s basically a museum dedicated to everything these days, it makes sense that a museum dedicated to makeup should exist, too. And, frankly, it is sure to get some folks pretty excited.
In May 2020, the Makeup Museum is set to open in New York City. The museum is dedicated to telling the story of the impact that makeup has had on society, and the first exhibit will be called “Pink Jungle: 1950s Makeup in America.” This first installation will highlight the icons, entrepreneurs, and artifacts that defined that fascinating decade.
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Co-founder Doreen Bloch said,
“The Makeup Museum is a critical institution for the cultural landscape in New York because makeup has a 10,000-year history. There is so much that the Makeup Museum wants and has to explore. The 1950s is a perfect time period for the Makeup Museum to start within the debut exhibition because the 1950s is the birth of the modern cosmetics industry.”
Posted by Makeup Museum on Tuesday, July 16, 2019
The museum’s Facebook page talks about the mission of the organization:
“The Makeup Museum is the world’s leading institution exploring the history of beauty and its ongoing impact on society. The Makeup Museum is dedicated to empowering all people to learn about and have fun with beauty. The Makeup Museum brings beauty to life through large-scale exhibits, events, and interactive and shoppable programming.”
The museum will be located at 94 Gansevoort Street in New York City.
What do you think? Are you going to check this out when it opens next year? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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