Topic: Brooklyn
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Nabe or Hood? A Brief History of Shortening 'Neighborhood'
Finding the origins of nabe proved easier than explaining its current popularity.
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Urban Wonk
The Case for Separated Bike Lanes
It's time to recognize that most people are never going to "stop worrying and learn to love the traffic."
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The Trendification of Brooklyn and the Perils of a Successful Urban Brand
Now that USA Today has written about it, surely it's time to go back to being uncool again. I can hardly wait.
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Videos
Brooklyn Volcano Claims a Sacrificial Car
One more reason not to park over a manhole.
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Videos
The 10 Best Songs About the Subway
Inspired by a new contest to write a song inspired by the G train.
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Welcome to 1940s New York
An interactive time capsule to all 116 New York City neighborhoods, from 1943.
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A 'Vertical' Future for the Urban Factory
A traveling exhibition imagines a minor renaissance of urban manufacturing that's greener, cleaner, and more efficient.
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Fears of a Tight Fit for Brooklyn's Arena
Despite assurances, concerns that the Barclays Center will bring rowdy crowds and overstuffed streets haven't gone away.
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Parking Minimums Create Too Many Parking Spots
The regulation causes developers to build more spaces than they would otherwise, according to a new report.
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Parking Minimums Promote Driving, Even in Transit-Friendly New York
A new study finds a "clear relationship" between a guaranteed spot at home and commuting by car.
