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Mayor Bloomberg is one of the richest men alive, so it's not surprising that he has accumulated quite a few residences in his time—we all know about that little place in Bermuda he loves so much. And now we know a bit more about his other pads: according to... continue reading on Gothamist

It's no longer even debated whether the internet was created for the sole purpose of spreading cat videos to the seven continents—of course it was. The only real question now is whether the internet is actually MADE of cats. If it is, then perhaps we have found the mother... continue reading on Gothamist

Andy Kropa / New-York Historical Society Memorial Day Weekend is here, and with it comes the opening of THE historical exhibit of the summer: “Beer Here: Brewing New York’s History” at the New York Historical Society! And every Saturday for the rest of the month, you'll be able to... continue reading on Gothamist

Jimmy Fallon was at the Union Square Barnes & Nobles on Thursday at a signing for his new book "Thank You Notes 2" when notorious topless activist Holly Van Voast—aka mustachioed, court-stripping "paparazzo" Harvey Van Voast—flashed him. Fallon was mostly amused by it, though he noted that she really... continue reading on Gothamist