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Sex and Politics in Sunnyside Gardens: Jonathan Lethem Gets ‘Real’
Lethem. “You’re not going to be graded on the language, I don’t care if you comment in emoticons or Harry Potter rebus, Mugglespeak or whatever, just offer some evidence of engagement,” says Cicero...
View ArticleCandidates Take No Prisoners in Final Democratic Debate
The final debate between the Democratic rivals for mayor turned especially catty tonight–especially when the show moved from broadcast television to an online feed–as the candidates made their final...
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To Do Wednesday: Tahari Turns 40
Joan Rivers. Fashion Week kicks off with an official holiday: The City of New York has designated Sept. 4 as Elie Tahari Day. It’s the company’s 40th anniversary. Happy birthday, Elie! You don’t look a...
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Phillip Lim’s To-Do Wednesday: Model Casting
Phillip Lim. The first day of Fashion Week is always a hectic time, as casting takes place all day—and this is the first time I get to see the models who will be in my show.
View ArticleOn the Market: Even Stockholm Has Affordable Housing Problems; REBNY PAC Goes...
Brooklyn warehouse sells for $26 million, is poised to become office space. [Crain's] Plagued by red tape, Stockholm struggles to provide residents with adequate housing. [WSJ] Waiting on a loft...
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Morning Media Mix
(Illustration by Lauren Payne) Jeff Bezos visited The Washington Post yesterday afternoon. The Post, which is getting very adept at covering itself, has some details about its new owner (it's almost...
View ArticleAnthony Weiner Does the Weather
With his prospects next Tuesday looking less than sunny, former Congressman Anthony Weiner tested out a new career Wednesday morning with a stint hosting the weather on Fox 5′s morning show. About...
View ArticleBill Nye and His Bowties Are Going to be on Dancing With the Stars
Every millennial’s favorite TV science teacher is apparently putting down his Bunsen burner for a pair of dancing shoes. According to a press release, Bill Nye the Science Guy is joining the...
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Jewish Style Writers Forced to Choose Fashion Week and Shul
CFDA President and Vice President (and Jews!) Diane von Furstenberg and Michael Kors (photo: Patrick McMullan) Coordinating religious observance and style coverage has never been as difficult at this...
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Phillip Lim’s To-Do Thursday: Fashion Frenzy
Richard Chai. The schedule this week is so crazy, but I always try to find time to support my friends. Fashion designer Richard Chai is one of them, and I’ll be there to support him! In celebration of...
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Phillip Lim’s To-Do Friday: Cut a Rug
Dave Gahan of Depeche Mode. I have one pleasure that I hold dear, and it’s getting my hair cut. I do it often—more than once a week, sometimes—and I have my hairdresser come to me. Today is one of two...
View ArticleOn the Market: Quinn Pledges Living Wage for EDC Projects; Stop It With the...
In turnaround, Quinn promises living wage for all EDC projects. [Crain's]Midtown Equities lands Dumbo redevelopment project, West Elm signs on. [WSJ]What can the next mayor actually do about affordable...
View ArticleTotally Polite and Reasonable Guy Steals Date’s Blackberry After She Declines...
Before agreeing to go out with someone from an online dating service, it might be best to discuss just who is going to be picking up the tab to avoid any awkward dances when the check comes. Or, ya...
View ArticleGiuliani to Hit the Trail with Lhota
Former Deputy Mayor Joe Lhota is getting a boost from his old boss right before Election Day next Tuesday. “You’ll see him this weekend,” the GOP mayoral candidate said when asked about former Mayor...
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So Much for Starving Artists: Study Claims Galleries Flock to Rich Enclaves,...
It wasn't always so fancy. (Virtual Tourist) In New York, the commonly accepted wisdom is that art galleries tend to gravitate to gritty up-and-coming areas thick with bohemians, artists and hipster...
View ArticleBrooklyn D.A. Candidate Busts Out His Celebrity Endorsements
A notorious kingpin of the Baltimore drug trade wants to sway your vote in the Brooklyn district attorney’s race. Well, at least the actor who plays one on television. Stars of The Wire, Law &...
View ArticleNYPD Catfishing its Own Officers to Combat Uniformed Dating Site Selfies
Some people are turned on by guys sporting law enforcement attire–but usually, nobody loves the sight of a man in uniform more than he himself does. In fact, some city police officers are so hung up on...
View ArticleFacebook Blocks Ad for Showing Majestic Boobies
Facebook has no patience for boobies–not even the feathered kind. The social media site reportedly took immediate action after the Christmas Island Tourism Board posted an ad for its annual...
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Observer Mixed Singles: The Semifinals
The Observer Mixed Singles semifinal matchups have arrived, and they are amazing. Let's just get right to it. Anna Wintour versus Jay Z and Beyoncé is just about the finest matchup we can think of...
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Observer Mixed Singles: The Finals
It's been a long road. We've seen politicians, celebrities, famous landmarks and halves of power couples fall in the inexorable march to crown the winner of the Observer Mixed Singles tournament — and...
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