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Summer in the City: NYC’s Five Best Boutique Hotels
The warm weather makes it a lot more enjoyable to explore New York City, including its prime tourist attractions like Ellis Island, the Empire State Building, High Line, and Central Park. During the summer, the city also offers many free activities, from Shakespeare in the Park to the Fourth of July fireworks. There is no […]
July 5, 2016
Whitney Museum Offers More Than Contemporary Art
Are you looking to try something new this summer? Look no further, as the Whitney Museum of American Art offers an eclectic experience for all, regardless of their taste in art. The Whitney Museum of American Art is a glorious place to visit this summer, even if you don’t have a passion for modern art. […]
June 27, 2016
The History of the Teddy Bear
The Teddy Bear and Theodore Roosevelt are a part of the childhood of every American. However, not everyone makes the connection between the cute stuffed bear and the straight talking, progressive era ex-President. In 1903, a Brooklyn candy store owner put two stuffed toy bears in his shop window. He called them “Teddy” bears in […]
June 20, 2016
Five “Great Courses” to Take This Summer
Following the trail blazed by NETFLIX, the Teaching Company’s “Great Courses” are now being offered for $14.99/month. Below are the top five “Great Courses” across all genres: How to Listen to and Understand Great Music: The course, which is now in its third edition, is taught by professor and award-winning composer Robert Greenberg. One of the most […]
June 13, 2016
Teaching Company Great Courses is a Classroom App
Great Courses presents college lectures that are downloadable and create a classroom experience in your home, car or workout. Soon they will offer a subscription service for people who don’t want to pay for each class they take. The Teaching Company’s extended learning platform offers courses taught by the country’s top professors on a range […]
June 6, 2016
The CD is Not Dead: Catalog of The First 100 Mobile Fidelity Sound Labs CDs
Anyone who has had to return to their CD collection and rip it for a second or third time knows that CD’s are not dead. Hard drives are not forever. When they age they will inevitably become corrupted and the information on them may be lost. In addition, the popularity of file formats change. In […]
May 31, 2016
Is Kayne West’s Tweet Grounds for Breach of Contract Suit?
Kanye West is no stranger to hyperbole, but his latest antics could lead to significant legal liability. In February, West tweeted: “My album will never never never be on Apple. And it will never be for sale… You can only get it on Tidal.”Is Kayne West’s Tweet Grounds for Breach of Contract Suit? Kanye West […]
May 23, 2016
Can the Tesla Model 3 Live Up to the Hype?
Will the Tesla Model 3 Live Up to the Hype? The Tesla Model 3 —still only a prototype — is generating a lot of excitement. Since its unveiling last month more than 400,000 potential buyers have placed pre-orders. It takes just $1,000 to make a reservation for the Model 3, and the deposit is refundable. […]
May 16, 2016
America’s Cup Returns to NYC
America’s Cup returned to New York City last weekend for the first time since 1920. The Hudson River provided the backdrop for the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series. New York is the fifth regatta leading into next year’s 35th America’s Cup, which will be held in Bermuda. The last time the America’s Cup was in […]
May 9, 2016
The Turks and Caicos Island’s Barrier Reef
The Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) are home to the third largest barrier reef in the world. In addition to providing some of the best snorkeling and diving opportunities on the planet, the barrier reef keeps the pristine waters of Grace Bay Beach so clear and blue. It is not surprise that Grace Bay Beach […]
May 2, 2016