For years, obesity has been a growing problem in the United States for people of all ages, races and economic backgrounds. As a result, many parents try to provide healthy meals for their children, while a number of programs have worked to promote exercise and other beneficial habits. But what if our schools are part […]
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David Wright Rejoins the Mets After Weeks of Medical Leave
The New York Mets’ David Wright, is having a tough season: after being placed on the disabled list on April 15 to recover from a hamstring injury, team representatives reported that Wright had been further afflicted with back pain. But while the Mets originally stated that there was no set time for him to return […]
Famous Fashionistas Skip the Ballgowns and Wear Pajamas to the Met Gala
As Beyoncé and Rihanna strutted their stuff in gorgeous gowns at the Met Gala, some other celebs decided that comfort was more important than eye-popping style for the star-studded event. Grace Coddington, a former model and the creative editor at Vogue, appeared on the red carpet in a pair of blue silk pajamas. Coddington, who turned […]
New York State Sheriff’s Association Institute Holds Honorary Membership Drive to Help Children Attend Summer Camp
In 2012, an estimated 38 million Americans enjoyed camping, and just as many are expected to follow suit this coming summer. However, some people may be less likely to set off on one of these classic adventures than others: after all, from the cost of a tent and other necessary gear to the price of […]
New Yorkers Can Find Their Own ‘Superheroes’ When They Adopt a Pet from a Shelter
Adopters Assemble! This weekend, millions of Americans packed movie theaters to see Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron, but New Yorkers can be heroes, too, if they’re looking to take in a homeless animal. Animal Care and Control of New York City (ACandC) is hosting an adoption event. For just a $20 fee, locals can adopt a […]
How the NY Rangers Are Using Twitter Against the Capitals for the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs
Fox Sports originally called it “The Dumbest Twitter Feud of All Time,” but hockey fans and marketers across the country have been chuckling quietly ever since the New York Rangers began their last-minute Twitter trend for the 2015 NHL playoffs: to promote their match-up against the Washington Capitals in the second round of the Stanley […]
Engagement Ring Trends May Change, But Sustainability Never Goes Out of Style
For those who are wondering how to pick an engagement ring, the style and the price of the ring often rank among the top priorities. Many who are shopping around may look to the stars for inspiration, especially if both partners are choosing an engagement ring. According to a survey from The Knot, around 60% […]
New York City Spas Now Offering Skin Rejuvenation Year Round for Some Steep Membership Fees
For most people, one workout isn’t good enough to stay active, so they eat right, get plenty of sleep and join a fitness club. And a social club may be the right solution for those who regularly attend parties and other high profile events.So why wouldn’t the club approach work for skin care? At some […]
Iconic New York City Landmarks Celebrated in New Exhibition
More than 50 million people from all parts of the globe visit New York City each year to get a glimpse at some of the city’s thousands of icons and landmarks, from the Empire State Building to Carnegie Hall. But in a city that revolves around constant structural renewal and architectural innovation, how is it […]
Stem Cells Named the Latest Beauty Trend Among Celebrities and New York’s Elite
What do Harry Styles, Kim Kardashian, Simon Cowell and David Beckham all have in common? Here’s a hint: it has to do with how they keep their skin looking so good. Turns out that Styles is the latest in a line of celebrities who have turned to sheep placenta facials, which use the ovine stem […]