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philosophy
fromApaonline
3 hours ago

Smart Ass Pawn: Ideology and Ideological Interpellation in The Wire

The Wire explores urban life realism while also providing philosophical insights into individual agency and societal roles through character interactions.
#san-francisco
SF politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

A Profoundly Empathetic Book on Homelessness in the Bay Area

The familiarity of homelessness in urban areas often leads to a dehumanizing perception of individuals affected by it.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Day 18 of the 16th St. Plaza clean up: a quiet a.m., and an active p.m.

A police presence persists in a Mission District neighborhood amid scenes of homelessness and community interaction.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Hip-hop royalty plays rare set at tiny San Francisco bar

San Francisco's Great Highway closures highlight ongoing urban transformation.
A new restaurant in Walnut Creek revitalizes the brunch experience with innovative dishes.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Unlikely SF neighborhood gets its closeup in highly anticipated new indie movie

fromMission Local
1 day ago
Mission District

Day 70 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: When your job is watching the same garage door for hours

SF politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

A Profoundly Empathetic Book on Homelessness in the Bay Area

The familiarity of homelessness in urban areas often leads to a dehumanizing perception of individuals affected by it.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Day 18 of the 16th St. Plaza clean up: a quiet a.m., and an active p.m.

A police presence persists in a Mission District neighborhood amid scenes of homelessness and community interaction.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Hip-hop royalty plays rare set at tiny San Francisco bar

San Francisco's Great Highway closures highlight ongoing urban transformation.
A new restaurant in Walnut Creek revitalizes the brunch experience with innovative dishes.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Unlikely SF neighborhood gets its closeup in highly anticipated new indie movie

fromMission Local
1 day ago
Mission District

Day 70 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: When your job is watching the same garage door for hours

#art
NYC music
fromColossal
2 months ago

Keita Morimoto Lingers in the Artificial Light of Urban Nights

Keita Morimoto's art explores the emotional transformations of urban spaces and the human experience of isolation and connection.
fromTheartnewspaper
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

Self-taught artist's erotic needlepoint provides spark in film about gallery assistant's slow, searching summer

NYC music
fromColossal
2 months ago

Keita Morimoto Lingers in the Artificial Light of Urban Nights

Keita Morimoto's art explores the emotional transformations of urban spaces and the human experience of isolation and connection.
fromTheartnewspaper
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

Self-taught artist's erotic needlepoint provides spark in film about gallery assistant's slow, searching summer

#public-safety
#sexuality
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

It Was Clear That No One Really Wanted to Be on the Train'

Public transport in NYC can be crowded and uncomfortable, highlighting both social dynamics and personal struggles.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Padlocked by the playground police - no wonder families flee NYC

NYC's 5-and-under population has decreased significantly since 2020, raising concerns about children's access to play and freedom.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

New to New York? Get ready to learn to be a crook

New York City has become a challenging and chaotic environment, attracting many who may not adapt well to its complexities.
New York City
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Why I Broke Up with New York

New Yorkers accept the city's chaos as part of its charm, despite the challenges it poses, especially for those sensitive to its environment.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

It Was Clear That No One Really Wanted to Be on the Train'

Public transport in NYC can be crowded and uncomfortable, highlighting both social dynamics and personal struggles.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Padlocked by the playground police - no wonder families flee NYC

NYC's 5-and-under population has decreased significantly since 2020, raising concerns about children's access to play and freedom.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

New to New York? Get ready to learn to be a crook

New York City has become a challenging and chaotic environment, attracting many who may not adapt well to its complexities.
New York City
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Why I Broke Up with New York

New Yorkers accept the city's chaos as part of its charm, despite the challenges it poses, especially for those sensitive to its environment.
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

19 Real-Life Stories From Small-Town Folks Who Packed Up And Moved To Big Cities

I moved to Austin, Texas, on a whim and absolutely loved it. Spent five years there and never regretted it. The nature and nightlife are unbeatable in my opinion. Such a gorgeous place.
London politics
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

This is how it feels at the beginning of the end of the world

"Without electricity, we go back to the Stone Age. Especially in high density urban centers," Dr. Sangeetha Abdu Jyothi warned about the severe consequences of a large-scale blackout.
Europe news
#photography
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A moment of reflection and Himalayan adventures readers' best photos

The article showcases captivating photographs capturing natural and urban beauty, highlighting unique moments around the world.
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A moment of reflection and Himalayan adventures readers' best photos

The article showcases captivating photographs capturing natural and urban beauty, highlighting unique moments around the world.
#architecture
Berlin music
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

Designing for the Performing Arts: Architecture as a Stage for Experience

Architecture profoundly influences performance experiences by balancing visibility and acoustics in design.
Effective performance space design must consider the interaction between audience sightlines and sound quality.
Mental health
fromArchDaily
4 weeks ago

Wellbeing and Slow Spaces: Can Architecture Distort the Way We Experience Time?

The perception of time is influenced by both verbal exchange and the spatial context in which conversations occur.
fromJuxtapoz
4 weeks ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Introducing the Katie Merz x Simplehuman Capsule Collection

Katie Merz transforms everyday objects into art, collaborating with Simplehuman to elevate simple routines through her signature journalist art-form.
NYC startup
fromMedievalists.net
3 weeks ago

The 10 Most Common Jobs in a Medieval City - Medievalists.net

Farming was the most common job in late medieval Montpellier, with peasants comprising 25% of known occupations, highlighting the importance of agriculture even in urban settings.
History
fromOmny Studio
3 weeks ago

Pig Tales and NYC Nightmares | LIVE at Gebhards

Expect unfiltered banter, a stalled motorcycle, and a chaotic plug for Matt's beer joints in this wild, laugh-out-loud podcast that's as real as it gets!
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

I loathe pigeons. You wouldn't believe what they do to my downpipe | Adrian Chiles

The din of pigeons becomes an unbearable soundtrack to my life, reminding me daily of the filth they proliferate, insisting that their presence is both intrusive and nonsensical.
London politics
Fashion & style
fromstupidDOPE
4 weeks ago

Brigade's Spring/Summer 2025 Collection Channels Global Inspirations and NYC Spirit | stupidDOPE

Brigade's Spring/Summer 2025 collection enhances cultural storytelling with global influences while honoring Puerto Rican and Dominican heritage.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Herbert J. Gans, 97, Dies; Upended Myths on Urban and Suburban Life

Gans urged sociologists to engage with their subjects and communicate more clearly, aiming to bridge the gap between academic research and public understanding.
US news
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

16 Times People Acted Really Bizarrely In Public

A very professional-looking woman (think skirt suit and matching shoes) was walking in front of us in Spain. Suddenly, she slapped the absolute shit out of her own face.
NYC LGBT
#community
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

The Brooklyn Stroll Club Has Brought Together Fathers in Search of Friendship

The gathering of fathers in McCarren Park emphasizes the importance of community and shared experiences in modern fatherhood.
#relationships
fromFuturism
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Spouse Alarmed by What "Stargazing" Husband Is Really Doing With Telescope

fromFuturism
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Spouse Alarmed by What "Stargazing" Husband Is Really Doing With Telescope

NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

NYC subway vendors struggling for legitimacy as riders fume

Subway vendors sell a variety of goods, but concerns about hygiene and legality persist among subway riders.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

As the Doors Closed, I Realized I Had Left My Laptop on the Bench'

I couldn't reach him, I called a friend... to tell my husband to try to get to the platform. It was only two blocks from home.
NYC startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Tiger's Share by Keshava Guha review hopeless sons vs brilliant daughters

The arrival of October marks a shift in Delhi's air, where smog obstructs the sky, and the Loo wind transforms the heat into a suffocating presence.
London politics
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

10 7-Eleven-Brand Snacks You Need To Try - Tasting Table

The convenience of corner stores like 7-Eleven in urban settings often surpasses that of supermarkets, becoming essential for everyday needs.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Find the Hidden Book Titles by Irish Authors and Poets

That's enough to make normal people think they were seeing things, said Sean. 'Tis, said Brendan. The East River may lack the stoic charm of the sea but you can't beat it for the entertainment.
Brooklyn
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The one change that worked: I got out of my car in the middle of my commute and sat under the trees

I made a resolution to interrupt my commute at least once a week by visiting the park and I have kept to it ever since.
Environment
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Man seen casually eating pieces of bloody NYC rat corpse in stomach-churning video: 'What the f-k?'

A man was filmed eating parts of a dead rat on a Bronx street, pulling pieces from its body and consuming them like food.
NYC food
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
2 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Aaron Gilbert: World Without End

Gilbert's work explores personal narratives within societal structures, highlighting individual humanity amidst crises and consumerism.
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
2 months ago

Story Back Bay Condo Broker In A Traffic Jam Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

In the midst of heavy traffic, a driver reflects on how a horse brought the 93 Expressway to a standstill, showcasing Boston's unpredictability.
Boston real estate
#childhood
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Runaway snakes and scooting pups: surreal street photography in pictures

Street photography celebrates serendipity, illustrating how ordinary moments can transform into iconic, surreal experiences in urban environments.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Cosmic patterns and a colossal canyon readers' best photos

Photographing the interplay of light and sea spray in Perranporth captures the essence of the coast, showcasing nature's beauty in a moment of tranquility.
Miscellaneous
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Wuhan five years later: No trace of the pandemic at coronavirus ground zero

"Wuhan has picked up the pace. Its citizens have resumed their lives. Covid has gradually disappeared from the conversation."
Coronavirus
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Saoirse Hanley: I couldn't wait to escape the claustrophobia of my small town. Now I realise that communal experience is something we all need

In a world that promotes independence, it's easy to forget the inherent need for connection and support from others. Navigating life without strong ties can lead to feelings of loneliness.
Miscellaneous
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Couldn't put it down: David Hurn's photographs of people reading in pictures

Cultural moments captured throughout the decades reflect changing social dynamics and the enduring significance of art and education.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Why don't San Francisco restaurants have anywhere to put my bag?

Finding a place to stow your bag at a restaurant is a challenge, often leading to creative yet awkward solutions like hanging it under the bar or on a chair.
SF food
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