Thanks to skyrocketing real estate prices, Manhattan gas stations are worth much more than the money the owner can make selling gas.
Nearly half the states in the US allow…
Nearly half the states in the US allow village and town judges to hold office without a law degree. In NY, these judges aren’t even required to have a degree of any kind and can preside over criminal cases.
14 Fun, Free Things to Do in New York City
I love New York City. But it can be pricey, depending on what kind of traveler you are. Some folks want to dish out fistfuls of cash, go to Broadway shows, and eat at the nicest restaurants.
Other people, like me, prefer to experience NYC in the cheapest way possible. Sure, I’ll go out for a decent meal, but I also just like to wander around, people watch, and take in the sights and sounds in different neighborhoods.
Here are 14 things you can do for absolutely free in New York City if you happen to find yourself in that great city.
1. Explore the New York Public Library.
2. Check out the galleries in Chelsea.
3. Of course, spend some time in Central Park.
4. Take a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge.
by: @worthy.nyc . Feature worthy! . Selected by: @thewayiseenyc1 . #Brooklynbridgeig #Brooklynbridge #NYC #NY #Newyork #Newyorkcity #BK #Manhattan #BigApple #Brooklyn #Iconic #Landmark #City #USA #America #UnitedStates #Flag #Urban #View #Bridge #Architecture #Skyscraper #BeautifulView #Skyline #WTC #stars #goldenhour #star #high #bluehour5. Tour the Brooklyn Brewery for free.
: @basicandboujeetravel6. Check out the different farmer’s markets in the city.
7. Take a walk on the High Line.
8. Watch the street performers (and tip them!).
9. Check out museums when they have free hours.
10. Go to the beach.
11. Visit Brooklyn Bridge Park.
. #newyork12. Join in on a free yoga class.
13. Find a free comedy show.
#NewYork #Manhattan #HellsKitchen #UCB14. Cruise on the Staten Island ferry.
Got any other helpful (cheap) tips for traveling to the Big Apple?
Share them in the comments, please!
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At least 43 buildings in…
At least 43 buildings in NYC actually have their own zip code. Due to size, or amount of people who work there, or money they generate.
20 of the Best Restaurants in New York City, According to Foodies
NYC is paradise for food lovers. Any kind of food at any price, they have it.
Heck, even the street food is amazing.
Buzzfeed asked their community to share their favorite restaurants in New York City – the one’s that everyone absolutely should go visit – and here are 20 that people feel very strongly you should add to your list next time you’re in the Big Apple.
1. Emily Pizza (Clinton Hill & West Village)
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! “The Goods” with all the goodness from our famed #EmmyBurger on top of our thin crust, wood fired pizza 
#happyfathersday 2. Via Carota (Greenwich Village)
3. Grimaldi’s (DUMBO)
4. Wo Hop (Chinatown)
5. Hagi Sake Bar (Midtown)
6. Xochimilco Family Restaurant (South Bronx)
7. Momofuku Noodle Bar (East Village & Midtown West)
US Coverage Smoked Pork Ramen Simply ramen done right! The broth is clear, so its not too thick which differs than most ramen and I looove it. The pork is legit charred, very tasty and delicate. Have a visit when you’re in the area! 
8. Joe’s Pizza (Greenwich Village)
9. Zero Otto Nove (Multiple Locations)
#pasta #NYCFoodComa10. Roberta’s (Bushwick)
11. International Wings Factory (Upper East Side)
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12. Alice’s Tea Cup (Upper East Side)
Our 4 year wedding anniversary and my sister in law’s baby shower 
Her shower was at @alicesteacupnyc with all the scones, sandwiches, cakes + cookies 
Loved all the little finger sandwiches and their pumpkin glazed scone is 
It’s our last night in NYC so doing it up w/ pizza + pasta 13. Levain Bakery (Upper West Side)
14. Ess-a-Bagel (Gramercy and Midtown)
TIP: Order online on their website and skip the line! It was fresh when I picked it up and I enjoyed my bagel at the store without a single wait
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15. Queens Comfort (Astoria)
16. Blanca (Bushwick)
17. Dirt Candy (Lower East Side)
18. Blue Smoke (Flatiron)
19. Sweet Chick (Williamsburg and Lower East Side)
20. Coppelia (Chelsea)
Hmmmm, nobody said White Castle…
Got any of your own suggestions? Share them in the comments!
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20 of the Best Restaurants in New York City, According to Foodies
NYC is paradise for food lovers. Any kind of food at any price, they have it.
Heck, even the street food is amazing.
Buzzfeed asked their community to share their favorite restaurants in New York City – the one’s that everyone absolutely should go visit – and here are 20 that people feel very strongly you should add to your list next time you’re in the Big Apple.
1. Emily Pizza (Clinton Hill & West Village)
2. Via Carota (Greenwich Village)
3. Grimaldi’s (DUMBO)
4. Wo Hop (Chinatown)
5. Hagi Sake Bar (Midtown)
6. Xochimilco Family Restaurant (South Bronx)
7. Momofuku Noodle Bar (East Village & Midtown West)
8. Joe’s Pizza (Greenwich Village)
9. Zero Otto Nove (Multiple Locations)
10. Roberta’s (Bushwick)
11. International Wings Factory (Upper East Side)
12. Alice’s Tea Cup (Upper East Side)
13. Levain Bakery (Upper West Side)
14. Ess-a-Bagel (Gramercy and Midtown)
15. Queens Comfort (Astoria)
16. Blanca (Bushwick)
17. Dirt Candy (Lower East Side)
18. Blue Smoke (Flatiron)
19. Sweet Chick (Williamsburg and Lower East Side)
20. Coppelia (Chelsea)
Hmmmm, nobody said White Castle…
Got any of your own suggestions? Share them in the comments!
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A High School Student Came out in His Valedictorian Speech and Was Greeted with Wild Applause
It takes a lot of courage to simply get up and speak in front of a large crowd of strangers. It really takes a lot of courage to come out as bisexual in a speech – especially in a valedictorian speech at your high school.
Which is exactly what a young man named Mason Bleu did when speaking at his graduation in New York City. During his speech, Bleu told the audience, for a “long time, I have struggled with my sexuality. I’ve dodged it and ignored it because I wasn’t proud of who I am. But today I’m changing that. I’m proud to be a bisexual man.”
— bicon living (@maasonbleu) August 2, 2019
In a Twitter post, Bleu said, “So I came out during my valedictorian speech. It was definitely the scariest thing I’ve ever done but the reaction was amazing. Thank you to everyone who supported me!”
The reaction from parents, friends, faculty, and fellow students: a standing ovation. Take a look at the video.
So I came out during my valedictorian speech. It was definitely the scariest thing I’ve ever done but the reaction was amazing. Thank you to everyone who supported me! #Pride2019 #LGBTQ pic.twitter.com/u8ih03NTJd
— bicon living (@maasonbleu) June 29, 2019
In a follow-up tweet, Bleu said, “The overarching theme of the speech was about being proud (it is pride month) so I decided that I couldn’t tell people to be proud of who they are when I was in hiding for so long. Anyways, I did this not only for me but for anyone else who has struggled being closeted.”
The overarching theme of the speech was about being proud (it is pride month) so I decided that I couldn’t tell people to be proud of who they are when I was in hiding for so long. Anyways, I did this not only for me but for anyone else who has struggled being closeted.
— bicon living (@maasonbleu) June 29, 2019
And Bleu followed up his big coming-out party with a trip to the New York City Pride parade.
Thank you for all the support
really means a lot to me. On that note, I’ll be at NYC pride tomorrow. I hope to see some of y’all
— bicon living (@maasonbleu) June 29, 2019
And he offered up a sympathetic ear to anyone who needed to talk.
With that being said, you’re not alone. Reach out to me or anyone else you trust. I’ll definitely be willing to talk to anyone.
thank you so much and happy pride!
— bicon living (@maasonbleu) June 29, 2019
Good work, Mason! You’ve undoubtedly encouraged many young people to feel comfortable with they are and where they’re headed in the future.
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A Comedian Tweeted an Epic Play-By-Play of the Breakup Happening Right Next to Him
Comedian Kyle Ayers was just trying to enjoy the view on top of his NYC apartment building when a couple began breaking up right next to him. Instead of going back inside, he decided to stay out there and live tweet the whole thing. And boy are we glad he did.
Continue reading below to experience the entire epic saga for yourself.
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Sure…that doesn’t sound suspicious at all.
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What we wouldn’t give to see what he was wearing that fateful night.
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Time and shit…it’s heavy stuff.
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Well, you can’t argue with that logic.
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How dare you be cold!
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…What?
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If you wanted labels, you should have dated that successful label-maker your parents tried to introduce you to.
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Busted!
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This guy might want to rearrange his priorities.
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What a ride! We wish those two the best of happiness, wherever they are (which is hopefully not together).
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“Overheard New York” Instagram Account Is Just Too Funny
I’m not sure why it took someone this long to come up with this brilliant idea, but at least we have it now, right?
The Instagram account Overheard New York is exactly what it sounds like, and that’s a good thing. No, it’s a great thing.
Because who doesn’t love New York, New Yorkers, and the things they have to say?
I know I do!
1. Absolutely heavenly
Overheard by @kaysen.harlow 
#hipsterheaven #overheardnewyork2. Forget about the taste
3. The daily grind
Overheard by @siran_nalbandian 4. Absolutely not
Overheard by Anonymous 5. Uggghhhh
Overheard by @ismirabab 6. Hey, it happens
Overheard by @alanacalvs 7. That’s how it goes here
Girl. Dinner Party. West Village. 
Overheard by Anonymous 8. Oh…
Overheard by @iammarm 9. You bet it is
Overheard by @michaeltjwilliams 10. Help each other out
Clapham North. 
Overheard by @rthurvorsatz 11. Very specific
Overheard by @abigailkb 12. Roommates
Overheard by Anonymous 13. Hahaha
Overheard by @paylorbrift 14. Regular ass, please
Overheard by @genesis.atenas 15. Constant struggle
Overheard by Anonymous I love New York! Don’t you?
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Check Out the 10 Most Expensive Cities in the World
Is the cost of living absolutely insane in your city? I live near NYC, and yeah, it’s pretty brutal.
That said, I was actually pretty surprised by some of the entries on this list of the world’s most expensive cities. San Francisco didn’t even make the cut, which seems kind of insane given the horror stories I’ve heard about rent in SF.
As recently reported, there is actually a three-way tie for the most expensive city in the world right now between Hong Kong, Singapore, and Paris.
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This analysis of the world’s most expensive cities was done by the Economist Intelligence Unit and this is the first time in the Unit’s Worldwide Cost of Living report that three cities tied for first place.
The group took over 400 items into consideration to compile the list, including the cost of food, school, recreation, clothing, household fees, etc.
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Singapore has been named the world’s most expensive city for five years in a row but this year it has company with Hong Kong and Paris. A strong U.S. dollar means more expensive American cities. New York moved up six spots and Los Angeles jumped four spots on this year’s list.
Take a look at the top 10 below.
1. (3-way tie) Hong Kong, Singapore, and Paris, France
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4. Zurich, Switzerland
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5. (2-way tie) Geneva, Switzerland and Osaka Japan
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7. (3-way tie) Seoul, South Korea, Copenhagen, Denmark, and New York City
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10. (2-way tie) Tel Aviv, Israel and Los Angeles, California
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You can download and study a full copy of the report HERE.
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