Many first dates end up going nowhere. But for Jordan and Emily Edelson, dinner and drinks led not only to a marriage — but also a successful business partnership. Last year, the pair co-founded an app called Chic Sketch, a cross between an Instagram-type platform, a guild of fashion illustrators and an on-demand purchasing app … Continue reading
Furnishing an office or start-up space can be expensive, tiring and even boring. But entrepreneurs can get creative and savvy when it comes to building a workspace. To make your office look and feel bigger and brighter than it is, follow these five tips. Use home-style furniture Who says sofas and comfy chairs have to … Continue reading
Of the 88 years that New York City’s iconic independent bookseller Strand Bookstore has been open, 2015 was its highest year ever for revenue. The bookstore’s aisles have been crowded over the past 12 months and they are packed to capacity this week, the peak of the holiday season. “We haven’t been able to keep some of the books … Continue reading
11/20/15 Days before the Nov. 13 terrorist attacks in Paris, two young Muslim rappers who go by the name Deen Squad released the song “Muslim Man.” The music video features the duo riding on SwegWays while rapping and holding signs that read “No, I’m not a terrorist.” Deen Squad members Jae Deen and Karter Zaher asked their … Continue reading
With hot sauce megabrands like Sriracha and Frank’s RedHot in most restaurants, and hundreds of smaller brands available online, starting a business in what can be called an oversaturated market seems difficult at best. But a young duo of self-described hot sauce sommeliers have carved out a space for themselves. It’s called Heatonist, a small … Continue reading
Tourists are starting to worry about Greece’s economic crisis—a sign that the country’s tourism industry, which accounts for nearly 20 percent of GDP, could experience a slowdown if the financial situation worsens. But visitors shouldn’t necessarily cancel their plans, according to travel experts. Read the full article here Continue reading
Fans are signing up for a workshop called “Britney Spears: Goddess, Feminist Icon, Pop Priestess,” a quirky but semi-serious workshop that discusses the singer’s unique role in feminism, sexuality, and pop culture. Call it nostalgic, call it crazy, but the New York event keeps selling out. See the rest of my article on The Daily Beast Continue reading
A few of us are working to redefine TV news, check out our first episode – including stories on drug addiction, graffiti art and my sit down conversation with active members of #BlackLivesMatter. Continue reading
[By Marguerite Ward, CityLimits] It was early morning New Year’s Day in 1999, when Orlando Ferrand, a resident of Manhattan at the time, hopped on a subway train headed toward the Bronx. He was heavily intoxicated after a night of partying and had no reason to be headed there. When he woke up, he was … Continue reading
Daniel Barry Meltzer, a journalist, playwright, activist and longtime New Yorker, was best known for leading the successful battle to save the Upper West Side’s historic Beacon Theatre. Meltzer died on Nov. 6 at the age of 74 due to complications from prostate cancer, according to his partner, Nina Felshin. See full obituary at: The West Side Spirit. … Continue reading
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