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New York's Most Fashionable Museum Is Turning 50 (The Cut)

The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology is offering fashion lovers a look back at the most inventive clothing in America over the past half-century.

N.Y. Today: Transit Costs Are Going Up, but Don't Expect Better Service (New York Times)

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Even with the $336 million that the fare increase is expected to bring, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority needs more money. That’s where congestion pricing becomes a factor.

Why New York City's Tech Scene Is Heating Up (Inc)

The rising strength of New York's tech industry includes a robust community of more than 7,000 startups. In 2017, NYC companies raised $12 billion in venture capital funding — almost double the $6.4 billion secured in 2014 — and are on track to exceed last year's amount in 2018.

The Worst Things About Living in New York City, According to 15 Millennials (Business Insider)

Most of the time, it's not an easy or glamorous place to live (don't let Instagram fool you). You've got to be resilient. You've got to be smart. You've got to have the will and determination to never give up.

Living In... (New York Times)

The New York Times column gives the inside scoop on hundreds of New York City neighbourhoods and beyond, providing information on topics including prices in the area, the vibe, the schools, and the commute.

New York's Dance with Amazon Shows Us How to Fight for a City's Future (The Guardian)

By rejecting the logic that cities should bend over backwards to welcome corporations, New Yorkers asserted a principle that has long been lacking. Clearly, this was not just a one-off fight between an obnoxious billionaire and a pissed-off populace.

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