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Understanding Civil’s blockchain fix for the news: An explainer

It is a well-documented fact that the news industry is imploding. There are more local news deserts now than ever before, as neighborhood and city publications wither from a lack of ad dollars and reader support. With the closing... Read More
Where to eat tacos in Sunset Park (before the neighborhood changes completely)

Sunset Park has long been a working-class neighborhood with a vibrant cultural fabric. Lately, new cafés and restaurants have popped up, spurred along by Industry City, a sprawling campus of high-end retail businesses, office space, and a chic food... Read More
Last call, lights up: Rethinking life, death and the service industry through the prism of Anthony Bourdain

I started working in the service industry over a decade ago in Los Angeles. I was sixteen and I recoiled from the thought of having to wear khaki shorts, polyester T-shirts, and slip resistant shoes. I recoiled even more... Read More
Three must-see concerts in July: Courtney Barnett, Jay Som and a Television comeback

I can still remember the first time I saw Courtney Barnett perform on stage. It was in 2013 on a Saturday afternoon at some Williamsburg dive during the CMJ festival (R.I.P.), when this unknown left-handed Australian singer-guitarist performed a... Read More
Free yoga every day this summer

It’s possible to salute the sun for free almost every day this summer, as New York City’s parks and public spaces are transformed into outdoor yoga studios. These classes are all either mellow Vinyasa flow or Hatha yoga—a gentle style... Read More