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fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Chalk against the underground: The enduring legacy of Keith Haring's subway drawings | amNewYork

Keith Haring transformed NYC's subway into an unlicensed art gallery in the 1980s with chalk drawings that captured urban vibrancy.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Hackney birdsong? Stolen Lime bikes the new sound of summer in the city

Stolen Lime e-bikes create a persistent beeping sound that has become culturally recognizable in urban areas.
fromwww.thelocal.de
1 month ago

Aloha, Bavaria! Munich surfers riding wild river wave again

Surfers in downtown Munich rejoiced as the Eisbach standing wave reopened after a tragic incident in April, which temporarily shut down the popular surfing spot.
E-Commerce
Fashion & style
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Weekend Offender x Leo Gregory Bring Back the Raw Energy of Green Street Style | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Weekend Offender collaborates with actor Leo Gregory for a minimalist, monochrome streetwear capsule collection inspired by subcultural influences.
LA food
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Golden Goose Goes on the Road in the New Skate Film 'Hold On'

Skateboarding embodies optimism and transforms mundane surroundings into potential opportunities for creativity and achievement.
#street-art
NYC music
fromUntapped New York
3 months ago

Painting with the Street Artists of Freeman Alley in NYC

Freeman Alley serves as a dynamic street art gallery, embodying creativity and ephemerality in urban expression.
more#street-art
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Oakland bar announces closure, blames city officials by name online

Couchdate, a hi-fi listening bar designed to foster community among Oakland's people of color, is set to close its storefront in Frank Ogawa Plaza due to challenges with the city.
San Francisco
fromBored Panda
2 months ago

Stoop And Stare: 28 Times People Threw Out Real Treasures In NYC (New Pics)

"Stooping NYC proves that one person's trash is indeed another's treasure, showcasing the beauty and usefulness of discarded items left on the curbs of New York City."
New York City
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Meet the Galway street photographer showing the lesser spotted side of one of Ireland's most-snapped cities - 'Empathy is so important for this job'

For Galway street photographer Ciaran MacChoncarraige, weather is never an obstacle for capturing the city's unique character.
Photography
San Jose Sharks
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

San Jose Walls public art festival sets its sights on Japantown

San Jose Walls festival fosters public art to enrich local neighborhoods and culture, demonstrating a significant community transformation over the years.
NYC music
fromJuxtapoz
3 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Emily Furr "Delirious New York" @ Sargent's Daughters, NYC

Emily Furr's exhibition reinterprets New York City’s identity and architecture through surreal artworks that engage critically with urban history.
NYC parents
The article explores the lives of teenagers involved in a sophisticated drug trafficking scene, highlighting the contrasts of their affluent schooling and criminal activities.
Fashion & style
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
4 months ago

Stussy Drops Spring 2025 World Tour Pack with Classic Style and Global Energy | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Stüssy's Spring 2025 World Tour Pack celebrates its legacy with global influences and elevated streetwear designs.
NYC real estate
fromAP News
4 months ago

Banksy's 'Broken Heart' painting defaced on a Brooklyn wall is up for sale

Banksy's heart-shaped balloon artwork in Brooklyn ignited a unique graffiti battle, highlighting the vibrant and contentious nature of street art in urban spaces.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Dogs nose through food at NYC Trader Joe's while carefree owners shop, but some pet lovers don't mind

Oblivious owners walk their dogs right past security guards and massive 'No Pets' signs at the First Avenue and East 59th Street market to shop.
NYC food
Board games
fromCardplayer
4 months ago

Michael Kaplan's Advantage Players: The Shell Game Guys And My $800 Winter Jacket

Street gambling scams like the three-card Monte continue to intrigue and entertain, blending deception with a sense of urban culture.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

New York City's Creative Churn: The View From the Dance Floor

Urban Stomp exhibition invites visitors to experience 200 years of New York social dance through interactive video and expert-led lessons.
Cocktails
fromPUNCH
4 months ago

Anatomy of a Modern "It" Bar

Modern bars increasingly resemble intimate home spaces, blurring the lines between public and private environments.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 months ago

MacArthur Genius Grant-winning dancer on latest project, 'The Center Will Not Hold'

Brooklyn's identity remains strong and rooted in community despite its trendy image.
fromQNS
4 months ago

Explore NYC neighborhoods during Jane's Walk 2025, May 2-4 - QNS

The Municipal Art Society of New York is hosting Jane's Walk NYC 2025, featuring over 200 free walks focusing on the culture, history, and charm of various communities.
NYC music
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

People Are Sharing Things That Have Slowly Disappeared Over The Last Two Decades

Payphones. I feel like the only one who notices/gives a fuck. Maybe just because I used them a lot growing up, but I'm sad to see them go.
Mission District
Snowboarding
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Inclusion, Encounter, and Creativity in Public Spaces: The Role of Skateboarding in the Pursuit of Urban Wellbeing

Public spaces can enhance emotional well-being through physical activities like skateboarding, fostering community and individual growth.
Arts
fromBerlin Art Link
4 months ago

Review of 'Graffiti' at Museion Bolzano | Berlin Art Link

Graffiti, once viewed as vandalism, is now recognized as a significant form of contemporary art that reclaims urban spaces.
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