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The Empire State Building in New York City is a 102-story skyscraper. Completed in 1931, it was the world¿s tallest building for more than 40 years. After the destruction of the World Trade Center in 2001, the Empire State Building returned to being the tallest building in New York City and New York State.
The Empire State Building in New York City is a 102-story skyscraper. Completed in 1931, it was the world¿s tallest building for more than 40 years. After the destruction of the World Trade Center in 2001, the Empire State Building returned to being the tallest building in New York City and New York State.
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Tweets on Cars: First NYC disappointment: Empire...
Edmunds.comFirst NYC disappointment: Empire State Building. Even as tourist traps go, it's a painful tourist-trap experiience. I'd recommend avoiding.... -
Wall Street headhunter becomes a hand-holder
Jeanne Eslinger Branthover leans in and listens intently as a laid-off Wall Street executive describes how she's coping in a miserable job market.
The woman, blindsided by her layoff from a big investment bank, tells how she puts on a business suit every...Tags: Business Enterprises, Manhattan (New York City), Symptoms, New York, Financial Services
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'The Chosen One,' 'The Last Olympian'
Special to NewsdayPop one of these audio books in the car to make any road trip this summer a family pleasure. THE CHOSEN ONE, by Carol Lynch Williams, read by Jenna Lamia. Macmillan Young Listeners, $24.99. Unabridged, five discs: 5 hours, 30 minutes. Ages 12 and up....Tags: Trips and Vacations, Literature, Delphi Corp, Books and Magazines, Vehicles
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NYC expands July 4 fireworks display at new venue
Associated Press WriterThe recession may have dimmed Fourth of July fireworks in many cities, but New York is expanding the nation's biggest display from a new vantage point _ the Hudson River. The celebration is moving back to Manhattan's West Side for the first time since...Tags: World War II (1939-1945), September 11, 2001 Attacks, Manhattan (New York City), California, New York
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New NYPD report recommends ways to protect high-profile buildings against terror attacks
Associated Press WriterNEW YORK (AP) — Managers and developers of high-profile skyscrapers, sports stadiums and other buildings in the city need to take more steps to guard against terrorist attacks, according to a new report by the New York Police Department. "The...Tags: Guerrilla Activity, Bombings, Stock Market, New York City Police Department, Raymond W. Kelly
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Lightning rods: conducting power safely
Special to NewsdayHow do lightning rods work? Do they attract lightning? asks a reader. Like the cartoon images of (a fried) Ben Franklin and his key-dangling kite, lightning rods seem like they must be a magnet for lightning. But the rods do protect buildings; just ask...Tags: Kansas, Metal and Mineral, Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning, Trips and Vacations, Benjamin Franklin
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Lucas, Jennifer Glover like view from top
evan.drellich@newsday.comWith her husband a few feet away, cradling the U.S. Open trophy he'd had for less than a day, Jennifer Glover turned toward roped-off onlookers at the Empire State Building observatory and said: "This is a great view, huh?" A trip to the 86th floor of...Tags: U.S. Open Golf, Phil Mickelson, Baseball, David Letterman, David Duval
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Lucas Glover A Celebrity At Travelers Championship
The Hartford CourantTouring the Empire State Building and rounding the talk show circuit made U.S. Open winner Lucas Glover an instant celebrity. He expected things to return to normal Thursday during his first round of the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands, but...Tags: Colleges and Universities, Jerry Kelly, Sandy Koufax, David Toms, Sergio Garcia
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Glover Ready After Open Whirlwind
The Hartford CourantLucas Glover was on "Live with Regis and Kelly," stood on the top floor of the Empire State Building and delivered the Top 10 list on " The Late Show with David Letterman." Being the U.S. Open champion merited much attention in New York on Tuesday....Tags: PGA Championship, Phil Mickelson, Golf, Sergio Garcia, Vijay Singh
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Farren's history with U.S. Opens brings perspective
Bob Ford has a keen perspective on Sean Farren's spot in the U.S. Open field. Ford, the head pro at Oakmont Country Club in western Pennsylvania, goes way back with Farren, the head pro at The Creek Club in Locust Valley. Back to when Farren was an...Tags: Phil Mickelson, Golf, Rivers, Sergio Garcia, Bob Ford
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Divine statue and more head to the windows of Bergdorf Goodman
New York is home to the Statue of Liberty, Coney Island, the Empire State Building. And, for the next month at least, the city will adopt a massively fluffy Baltimore-bred pink poodle named Fifi and a 10-foot-tall statue of Divine.
Some 50 pieces from...Tags: Sculpture, Sotheby's Holdings Incorporated, Manhattan (New York City), Museum of Modern Art, John Waters
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Teddy Greenstein tees it up with U.S. Open announcer Dan Hicks
BAYONNE, N.J. -- We were on the ninth green at the incomparable Bayonne Golf Club, and 3 feet separated my ball from par. "This one's for three skins," Dan Hicks said. "So I might have to add some commentary." Cue the rich, deep, familiar voice ......Tags: Golf, Statue of Liberty, Johnny Miller, Bars and Clubs, U.S. Open Golf
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