James Ramsay
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New York, United States
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Welcome Back, Fair-Weather Ferry Fans
With temperatures destined for the mid 80s this week, New Yorkers are about to get a friendly reminder of what a sweaty subway platform is like. Or, you could maybe take a boat. → Read More
For a Pleasant Commute, Talk Up a Stranger
We know the MTA's rule: If you see something suspicious, say something. Otherwise, is there any good reason to take off your headphones and talk to someone? Social science says, totally. → Read More
Quiz: Why Does Treating Diabetes Cost So Much?
The Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation found diabetes to be the most expensive condition in terms of total dollars spent nationwide. Take our quiz to learn why. → Read More
Quiz: Do You Know the Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes?
With the numbers of type 2 cases skyrocketing, and a growing number of adults being diagnosed as type 1, even doctors are having a hard time keeping track of what’s what. → Read More
Would a Chocolate MetroCard Sweeten Your Hellish Commute?
The advocacy group Riders Alliance has started a contest called Worst Commute of the Week, and the winner gets a candy MetroCard. Here's what earned the inaugural winner the top prize. → Read More
The 'New You' Guide to a Resolution-Friendly Snow Day
On cold, stormy days, there's nothing better to do than curl up with Netflix, takeout and some bourbon. Right? Wrong! Here are four tips for a healthier snow day. → Read More
Our Top 10 'Top 10' Lists of 2017
Movies and albums are fun to rank. But what about celebrity apologies, scientific journal retractions and pot strains? → Read More
This Holiday Season, Ride in Train Cars as Old as the NYC Subway
Cosmetic novelties do nothing to make the subway run safely and on time. But let's face it: the Nostalgia Train is kind of cool. And it's running every Sunday through Christmas Eve. → Read More
Can You Bring Luggage on the Subway Without Others Hating You?
The person on the subway with a giant suitcase is never anyone's favorite passenger. But is there a way to do it properly? → Read More
Where to Donate Cash, Turkeys and Your Time This Thanksgiving
Tis' the season for giving. Here's a tidy roundup of places in New York City gladly willing to accept your donation and even serve you a free meal. → Read More
New York City Wants to Know Where You Stand on Controversial Monuments
A new survey, launched by the Mayoral Advisory Commission on City Art, Monuments, and Markers, asks New Yorkers for their input about representation in public art and monuments. → Read More
One Idea for Boosting Turnout: Let 17-Year-Olds Vote
New York City's last general election saw a record low turnout, with 24 percent of registered voters showing up at the polls. If 17-year-olds could vote, would that number spike? → Read More
Becoming a Citizen, Just in Time to Vote
Friday is the deadline to register to vote in both the November election and next June's New York primary. We met some brand new voters at their naturalization ceremony last week. → Read More
The Summer Is Over, But Commuting Challenges Remain
The good news: Amtrak completed its Penn Station track repairs. The not-so-good news: Beloved alternatives like the ferry go back to normal price, and subway repairs are still uncertain. → Read More
A 'Summer of Swell'? Share Your Takeaway From the Summer Commute
About 17,000 commuters from New Jersey or Long Island were promised "hell" due to 8 weeks of track repairs at Penn Station. How'd that actually play out? → Read More
'We Never Saw Skateboards Before': Being a Bus Driver Today
Bus riders in the city are frustrated with delays and slow moving times, but being a driver comes with challenges, too. We spoke with a few veteran drivers about their experience. → Read More
From Rush Hour to Happy Hour, Here's Your Penn Station Survival Guide
A secret tunnel, a secret waiting platform and a secret option for cheap booze. Here are our takeaways from a week of getting to know Penn Station. → Read More
The Final Exam: Are You a Penn Station Pro?
During a three-hour window, five days a week, you can get a pint of beer for $3.75. Know where? → Read More
Give This a Spin: 5 Takeaways From Commuter Self-Care Week
Coloring books are for adults now. So are fidget spinners, meditation tricks and Selena Gomez songs. And they'll all help make your commute a little more pleasant. → Read More
Subway Etiquette Do's and Don'ts: Porn Is Bad, Eye Contact Is Okay
Did you pay a double fare to ride the subway? No? Then why do you insist on wearing a person-sized backpack on a rush hour train? → Read More