Sandwich Monday: Meow Parlour
For this week's Sandwich Monday, we visit a cat cafe in New York. That's like a regular cafe, but with cats — and the people who love them.
New York City
As Nor'Easter Lifts, Life Slowly Gets Back To Normal In Hard-Hit Areas
In Boston, highways started filling up with cars. In Rhode Island, the governor called up 270 national guardsmen to help get the power back on. In New York, the subway resumed regular service.
Winter Blizzard Skirts New York City, But Still Walloping Northeast
The forecasts had called for up to 30 inches of snow for the city, but the historic storm failed to materialize. By early morning, however, parts of Massachusetts had gotten more than a foot of snow.
As U.S. Reengages With Cuba, Art Museums Make a Trade
The Bronx Museum of the Arts and Cuba's National Museum of Fine Arts are exchanging works from their collections. It's the largest art exchange between the two countries in more than 50 years.
Terminally Ill, But Constantly Hospitalized
Surveys show Americans would prefer not to die in a hospital. Yet, in New York City, the majority of people do. But the reason is not simple.
Gunman Made Anti-Police Posts Before Killing NYPD Officers
The assailant, identified as 28-year-old Ismaaiyl Brinsley, is thought to have shot his ex-girlfriend and then used her Instagram account to post threatening messages.
Tenant Blacklist Can Haunt New York Renters For Years
Disputes between tenants and landlords often end up in the courts. And in New York City, win or lose, tenants may end up with a bad rap that can make it hard to rent again.
'Black Lives Matter,' NYC Mayor Says After Grand Jury Doesn't Indict Officer
The encounter between Eric Garner and officer Daniel Pantaleo caused an uproar after video footage was released. It showed Garner gasping, "I can't breathe."
Protesters Use #DieIn To Rally In Aftermath Of Grand Jury Decision
The protests — at Grand Central Terminal and other places — follow the announcement that a New York police officer won't be indicted in the death of Eric Garner over the summer.
Rats! New York City's Population Might Be Seriously Overestimated
If one urban legend is to be believed, there are as many rats as people — 8 million. Statistician Jonathan Auerbach decided to test that idea.