finance
New York City median asking rents hit record highs in July 2026
The median asking rent for a one-bedroom apartment in New York City reached $3,785 in July 2026, with two-bedroom units averaging $4,300, both all-time highs.
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New York's Neighborhood Boom: How Decades of Policy Shaped Today's Growth
From rezoning initiatives to transit investments, the city’s recent neighborhood transformations are rooted in decades of planning decisions and economic shifts.
community
NYT Cooking Names Semma Best NYC Restaurant for 2026
The Indian spot at the top of this year's list edges out Atomix in a ranking released by food critics.
finance
New York Rents Jump to $3,200-$4,500 Across Boroughs in 2026
In 2026, median asking rents for one-bedroom apartments range from $3,200-$4,500 in Manhattan to $2,200-$2,800 in the Bronx and Bushwick, with the Bronx having the highest severe rent-burden rate.
culture
NYC Organizations Sustain Hundreds of Free Summer Festival Performances
Long-running organizations sustain hundreds of outdoor performances across the city this season through established programs with deep local roots.
lifestyle
New York Rooftop Bars Thrive on Bartenders and Loyal Regulars
New York rooftop bars draw their character from the bartenders who mix drinks night after night and the regulars who return for the same corner table each season.
community
Time Out Names 45 Best NYC Restaurants for Summer 2026
The new guide highlights spots across Manhattan and Brooklyn that locals keep returning to for everything from pizza to steak.
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New York's Best Weekend Events: 50+ Things To Do Now
Things to do across New York over the days ahead.
lifestyle
Manhattan Bars Ditch Hidden Speakeasies for Bright, Ingredient-Focused Cocktail Lounges
After decades of dark rooms and hidden entrances, New York’s bar scene is trading exclusivity for airy, ingredient-focused minimalism.
lifestyle
New York City Transforms Brunch Into Global Cultural Institution
While the rest of the world debates the boundaries of breakfast and lunch, New Yorkers have turned the mid-morning meal into a high-stakes cultural institution.
lifestyle
New Yorkers Discover 10 Hidden Brunch Spots Perfect for Summer Heat
With summer heat settling over the city, here is how to navigate the city's most reliable and overlooked morning dining spots.
sport
Yankees’ July 17-19 home stand brings the Dodgers to the Bronx
The Yankees’ official summer schedule lists a three-game home series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Yankee Stadium from July 17 through July 19, with start times listed for each game.
community
NYC's Top Brunch Spots Span Budget-Friendly to Luxury Views
New York City features distinct brunch options across budget, views, vegetarian and classic styles drawn from recent guides.
wellness
NYC Parks Free Fitness Classes Transform Health Across All Five Boroughs
Free outdoor fitness programs run by NYC Parks give New Yorkers across all five boroughs accessible options for yoga, boot camps and other classes that support everyday health improvements.
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New York Officials and Experts Debate Solutions to Housing Affordability Crisis
As the city grapples with rising rents and stagnant wages, leaders weigh in on potential solutions
community
New York Achieves 98.3% Broadband Coverage, Ranks Sixth Nationally
New York State ranks sixth nationally in broadband coverage, speed and availability.
Technology
New York VC Firms Pour Capital Into AI Infrastructure in May 2026
May 2026 venture capital totals underscore continued allocation toward artificial intelligence platforms and related tools in New York.
lifestyle
New York Bars Transform: Your Guide to Summer 2026's Best Local Spots
Beyond the tourist traps: a practical approach to navigating the local watering holes defining the summer of 2026.
lifestyle
NYC Brunch Spots: Prices, Locations, and Must-Know Details
Key details on prices, locations and popular items help plan visits to spots such as B&H Dairy, Pinto Garden and 230 Fifth Rooftop.
Politics
NYC Congestion Pricing Hits Commuters With $9 Peak-Hour Toll
Households entering the Central Business District pay a standard $9 toll during peak hours while first-year collections of over $550 million support subway, bus and rail upgrades.
Politics
Federal Government Awards $11 Billion to New York Transit Projects
Allocations include support for the Hudson Tunnel Project and Second Avenue Subway extension.
Politics
New York Voters Face September Primaries, November Election With Strict Deadlines
From September primaries to November's general ballot, here is the precise sequence of dates, registration cutoffs and polling changes that will shape what New York City and state residents can actually do this fall.
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New York City Tackles Years of Duplicate Building Permit Photos
Decades of paper records, three separate digitization drives, and no unified standard left city agencies drowning in redundant images; here's the full story of how that happened.
wellness
New Yorkers Cut Anxiety Symptoms Through Daily Exercise and Movement
Daily movement along city paths and in local studios cuts anxiety symptoms for residents dealing with 2026 urban pressures.