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Unusual Urban Pastime of the Day: Subway Speed Riding
An international duo tries to ride the New York subway from end to end faster than anyone else.
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From the Top of the Shard, London Looks Like a 'Giant Urban Circuit Board'
Urban explorers recently climbed the tallest building in the European Union. Here's what they saw.
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The U.K.'s Most Depressing Shopping Centers, When They Were New
An unpolished look back at post-war urban renewal in Great Britain.
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Subway Platforms From Around the World
As iconic as anything above ground, these subway platforms leave riders with an added sense of the city they serve.
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Which Cities Have the Most Global Clout?
New York and London top the list in a new ranking of 66 cities around the world.
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Olympics 2012
How the Games Are Boosting Britain's Arts Scene
A surprisingly eclectic cultural festival is set to coincide with the 2012 Summer Olympics.
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Fashion Accessory of the Day: Subway Map Cuff Bracelets
A sleek, sartorial way to show your love for public transportation.
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Olympics 2012
The Delicate Politics of Olympic Security
Londoners may be watching their city’s security takeover anxiously, but they can't seem to turn away.
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The Glorious Return of the World's Smallest Street-Legal Car
How would you like to own a car so compact that you could pick it up and carry it into your apartment at night?
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Why People in Cities Walk Fast
Researchers have proposed a number of theories over the years — from sensory overload to the economic value of time.
