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CancerForward supporters raise $225,000 at Summer Standard gala as social season comes to close
With only one more black-tie gala to follow, CancerForward 's Summer Standard stood as something of the last big-night-out before the Memorial Day exodus and, with that, more than 200 guests poured in to Houston Country Club for the fundraiser.
American Eagle retools Manhattan operations as part of building global identity
Under construction scaffolding covering the entry of the American Eagle Outfitters store in Times Square recently, temporary signs were set up to alert the crowds that they could still shop at the multi-level emporium packed with the Pittsburgh company's wares.
Ny Pe firm taps into second Oregon wine brand
In a move that strengthens its position in the Oregon wine industry, New York-based private equity firm Bacchus Capital Management said Wednesday it has purchased the well-regarded Panther Creek Cellars wine brand, which is based in McMinnville.
Amazing Video Gives First Person View Of Spire Being Raised To Top Of 1 World Trade Center
Late last week, the new 1 World Trade Center became the tallest building in the country and third tallest in the world as the final piece - a spire - was lowered from a crane into place.
There's Always Money In The Banana Stand
The Bluth Banana Stand hit the streets of New York City on Monday, May 13. Fans lined up around the block to taste the happy -- or maybe just sample a frozen banana -- and celebrate the return of "Arrested Development." "Arrested Development" ran for three seasons on Fox from 2003-2006. Now 10 years after it first premiered, the dysfunctional Bluth ... (more)
Walmart calls on Bangladesh to take action with three factories
Walmart called on the Bangladesh government on Monday to stop production at one apparel factory and investigate the condition at another until workers' safety could be assured.
Fifth & Pacific Companies Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Imperial Capital
's stock had its "outperform" rating reaffirmed by Imperial Capital in a research note issued on Monday, StockRatingsNetwork reports.
There's Lots to do on Cape Cod in Spring/Summer
If you enjoy wine, for example, The Grapevine Wine Club meets Wednesday, May 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. for sniffing, sipping and sharing, whether you are a beginning oenologist or a seasoned enthusiast.
CHRIS MARTIN was left star-struck at the glitzy Costume Institute Gala in New York this week after asking a clueless PSY if he would pose for a picture.
Museum of Modern Art in New York exhibits new acquisitions in photography
The Museum of Modern Art presents XL: 19 New Acquisitions in Photography, featuring a selection of major worksA-often multipart and serial imagesA-by 19 contemporary artists, from May 10, 2013, to January 6, 2014.
'Glee': Brittany says goodbye; is Blaine headed for a heartbreak?
It's been a season driven by change, with this series-turned-pop-culture phenomenon having something to prove from the start.
'Cleopatra' barges into Cannes
'I WILL have to ask you to mind what you say. I am Isis. I am worshipped by millions who believe it.' So snapped Elizabeth Taylor to Rex Harrison in 'Cleopatra,' a movie that pretended to chronicle the life of Egypt's ancient queen, but was really 'All About Liz.' 'Cleopatra,' directed in stately style by Joseph L. Mankiewicz , is the film that all ... (more)
Father a 'hero' for shielding daughter from fatal fire, saving her life
Heartbreak continues in Schenectady after three children and their father were killed in a house fire which investigators believe was set intentionally, as a fourth child fights for her life.
Group to hang "I am not for sale" signs
Federal, state and local members of a task force fighting human trafficking presented one of the winning posters that will be soon be displayed throughout western New York.
'Glee's' Patty Duke, Meredith Baxter on Mentoring Blaine and Kurt
Fox's Glee wraps up its fourth season Thursday with an hour that puts the spotlight on the couples who helped pave the way for Kurt and Blaine when Patty Duke and Meredith Baxter guest star as a lesbian couple who mentor the young fan favorites.
Untamed Tech: Seeking effective user interface amid in-car technology's wild, wild west
Audi's MMI has four keys, voice entry and -- unique among such systems -- a small pad to enter text written with your fingertip.
Liz McClarnon on her fear of flying: Atomic Kitten singer has not been on plane for four years
The Atomic Kitten star's phobia has been so crippling that she has been unable to fly for the past four years Singer Liz McClarnon developed aerophobia - a fear of flying - 10 years ago at the height of her fame in girl band Atomic Kitten.
Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc. to Webcast Annual Meeting of Stockholders
New York, NY May 8, 2013 - Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc. will webcast its Annual Meeting of Stockholders to the general public on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
Wall St hits new high, China trade up
Wall Street hit new records amid solid earnings from corporate America including Whole Foods, while China posted better-than-expected trade data and Germany showed an unexpected increase in industrial production.
Controversy Over Access Overshadows Senate Hearing
A hearing by Senate Republicans on New York City's public campaign financing system was overshadowed by protests, as government reform groups and other members of the public were denied entry, and noisy protests ensued.