Exotic finishes and ever-clubbier amenities in new developments have given way to livability and calming design. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Quarantine (Life and Culture)”
Inside N.Y.C.’s Insanely Loud Car Culture
By Gotham Rex on October 17, 2020
At gatherings in empty lots all over New York, loudness is the point. But how much are weary residents supposed to take? Source: New York Times
‘Diamond Sweet 16’ Party Leaves 37 Infected and 270 in Quarantine
By Gotham Rex on October 14, 2020
More than 80 people attended the birthday event, officials said. The Long Island venue was fined $12,000. Source: New York Times
How to Support Independent Restaurants
By Gotham Rex on October 10, 2020
As the weather gets colder in many places, mom-and-pop establishments are under even more strain. You can take some simple steps to help them survive. Source: New York Times
Is N.Y.C. ‘Over’? These Brand-New New Yorkers Don’t Think So
By Gotham Rex on October 9, 2020
Thousands of Americans move to New York each year, many of them seeking a fresh start. Even a pandemic couldn’t totally stop that. Source: New York Times
New York Real Estate Is On the Mend
By Gotham Rex on October 9, 2020
The recovery is tenuous, but renters are returning, buyers are getting deals, and those who stayed are finding a measure of vindication. Source: New York Times
The Artist John Newman Says a Fake Check Scam Cost Him $12,000
By Gotham Rex on October 7, 2020
A payment for a pair of drawings by Newman showed up in his bank account — then vanished a few days later. Source: New York Times
Backlash Grows in Orthodox Jewish Areas Over Virus Crackdown by Cuomo
By Gotham Rex on October 7, 2020
Rules that would have a pronounced impact on synagogues were met with protests and fires in a part of Brooklyn seeing an uptick in cases. Source: New York Times
How the Pandemic Sent New York Comedy Underground
By Gotham Rex on October 4, 2020
Unlike live music, stand-up is still not allowed where food and drinks are sold. Comedians are doing pop-up gigs wherever they can. Source: New York Times
Here are the Best Animal Livestreams
By Gotham Rex on October 3, 2020
Research shows that watching footage of them can make you happier, so here’s a list of round-the-clock camera footage that will bring koalas, penguins and puppies straight to your screen. Source: New York Times
How to Celebrate Halloween From Your Car
By Gotham Rex on October 3, 2020
Drive-in horror film screenings and fright-night experiences are popping up around the country for a pandemic-safe holiday. Source: New York Times
How to Identify the Different Symptoms of the Flu and Covid-19
By Gotham Rex on October 3, 2020
With fears of a “twindemic” in the United States this fall, here’s a guide to understanding what’s making you feel terrible. Source: New York Times
I Traveled to 52 Places. Then I Discovered N.Y. on My Bike.
By Gotham Rex on October 3, 2020
After a nonstop year journeying to far-flung destinations for The Times, a well-traveled writer learns to love the local attractions — and the spaces in between. Source: New York Times
Love and the Lockdown
By Gotham Rex on October 3, 2020
Some couples, faced with the possibility of not seeing one another for long stretches when the pandemic hit, instead decided to quarantine together and fast-tracked their relationships. Source: New York Times
It’s Time for Diners to Ask the Servers: How Are You Doing?
By Gotham Rex on October 2, 2020
As indoor dining returns to New York, the danger to restaurant workers increases. So does the need to protect them. Source: New York Times