Taxing NYC's Busiest Streets: Life in America's Most Expensive City
Entering Manhattan's busiest streets could come at a price. New York City — "Hey, you ever seen someone famous on the subway?" my uncle asked me during Thanksgiving. After I reeled off half a dozen notable names, my uncle scratched his head.
Read full storyWhat the New ‘Artificial Intelligence Action Plan’ Means for New Yorkers
Mayor Adams hopes the new AI plan will “improve" NYC's government. New York City — Let's face it, we've all seen our share of doomsday, robots-take-over-the-world flicks. Scary stuff. Intelligence is as intelligence does, after all. So if robots can beat us playing chess, why can't they beat us at life, too?
Read full storyMagic Becoming a Billionaire Reveals an Important Life Lesson
Johnson mastered a key principle from Think & Grow Rich. Los Angeles, CA — "Former NBA star and investor Magic Johnson is officially a billionaire," CNN reports. When considering Johnson earned less than $40 million playing in the NBA, the feat is all the more remarkable.
Read full storyCelebrate Halloween? Here's Why We Should
Halloween's true meaning is far closer to Christmas than most people know. This morning I asked a friend about her Halloween costume. "Sir, I don't celebrate that evil holiday!" she fired back.
Read full storyTitle: "I Believe": How Deion Sanders Turned Colorado into College Football's Main Event
Right now: Colorado is the biggest story in college football. Boulder, Colorado — When Mike Tyson was asked why he appeared so menacing during his iconic boxing career, he smiled.
Read full storyMagic's NFL Ownership: A Step Towards MLK's Dream
WASHINGTON D.C. — Before the world ever heard of LeBron, there was Magic. Johnson's NBA career was so stellar that even James admits the Laker-great played a huge role in his joining the team. Indeed, with 5 championships and 3 MVPs, Magic Johnson is hands down the greatest point guard in NBA history!
Read full storyThe Queen of Pop: Beyoncé is the New Michael Jackson
HOUSTON, Texas — History repeats itself because nobody cared to listen the first time... Michael Jackson was a child prodigy — whose father insisted he sacrifice playtime for music practice.
Read full storyGraduates of NYC's Ivy League Law School Make More Money Than Harvard & Yale
NYC's Columbia Univ. may be the most underrated Ivy League School in history. New York City — When most people think of colas, they think of Coca-Cola... When most people think of search engines, they think of Google... When most people think of Ivy League Schools, they think of Harvard...
Read full storyWhy NYC Plans to Convert Parts of Midtown into Housing
Mayor Adams hopes rezoning manufacturing areas in Midtown will allow more office buildings to be converted into livable housing. New York City — "The average Manhattan rent just hit a new record of $5,588 a month," reads the CNBC headline. Ouch! And that's not including utilities.
Read full storyRemembering the Greatest Football Player of All Time
Syracuse legend Jim Brown: the greatest football player of all. New York, NY — Rewind Father Time's hands, and the clock read: Super Bowl time. There I sat on the edge of Kira's sofa — cheering on Cam Newton.
Read full storyWhy Mayor Adams Proposed a Record-Breaking $106.7 Billion Budget
Adams proposed the largest executive budget in city history. New York City — "Not everyone will be happy..." Mayor Adams announced. He just as well had added, while at it, that was the understatement of the century! After all, the mayor's proposed $106,700,000,000 is the largest in New York City's illustrious history.
Read full storyWhy Giants Fans Fear Aaron Rodgers Trade to Jets
If Jets get Rodgers, they'll instantly become NY's most popular sports team. New York City — "The Jets and Mets are cousins because both are New York's loveable losers." Ouch! Skip Bayless' comments and others of the sort reflect a harsh truth here in NYC.
Read full storyLast Night — LeBron Became the Greatest, not the "Best"
Last night the NBA world crowned King James the "GOAT," not the Best. Los Angeles, CA — “LeBron James … a shot at history… And there it is!”. Brian Anderson announced the shot heard around the world, on TNT. “LeBron stands alone. The NBA’s all-time scoring record now belongs to LeBron James!”
Read full story"The Greatest" Turns 81 Today
Even in death, Muhammad Ali's legacy looms larger than ever. New York City — “I Love New York," Ali once told Robert Lipsyte, a sports writer for TheNew York Times. Indeed, Ali, known for routinely training in Gleason's Gym, lived some of his most iconic moments in the City of Dreams.
Read full storyWhy at Least Once — New Yorkers Should Experience the Ball Drop
On New Year's Eve, millions around the world watch NYC's Times Sq. ball drop.Photo by(gigi_nyc/Flickr) Around the world, NYC's ball drop has become synonymous with celebrating New Year’s Eve.
Read full storyNew York City is Officially the World's Most Expensive City
The City That Never Sleeps reigns as the top tourist destination.Photo by(Karen Arnold/publicdomainpictures.net) For the first time ever, NYC has officially become the world's most expensive city.
Read full storyOp-Ed: Takeoff’s Death Reflects the Danger of Texas’ Gun Laws
HOUSTON, Texas — On Halloween night, Sampson and Benjamin texted me a picture. The face was familiar. “Rest in peace,” read the Facebook caption that memorialized a death-day.
Read full storyWhy Some Would Rather Live in Tiny Apartments Than Move from Manhattan
With some of the most expensive rent in the world, Manhattan gives new meaning to "you get what you pay for."(Nicolás Boullosa/Flickr) Dorm-sized apartments once again show why NYC is nation's most expensive city.
Read full storyHow a Former Houston Rocket is Giving Back to His Hometown
James Harden and Remi Yusuf pictured serving youth at the 9th Wonder Foundation.(Remi Yusuf/ninthwonder.org) Houston, TX — Oprah once recalled a teachable moment shared with her mentor, Dr. Maya Angelou. While making biscuits, Oprah suggested opening a school in South Africa "will be my legacy."
Read full story“3rd Ward’s Queen” Turns 94 Today
For over half a century, Nannie Mae Turner has served Third Ward's community.(The author/screenshot) Houston proudly celebrates a true pillar of its historic district. Houston, TX — "Family does not necessarily mean blood relatives," said Queen Elizabeth II, "but often a description of a community, organization or nation." Indeed, from the Queen of England to 3rd Ward's Queen — spreading love reflects a royal touch.
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