The original names of 16 iconic US cities, and how they got them

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Empire State Building in New York City skyline
New York City was known as New Amsterdam when it was a Dutch settlement.

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I lived in Austin for 6 years and loved it, but moving to New York City made me realize Texas isn't for me

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A composite image of a woman on streets in Austin and NYC.
The reporter moved from Austin to New York City in 2019.

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29 photos of tiny living spaces that highlight the global affordability crisis

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A Vietnamese woman holds a backpack and watches her daughter inside their cramped home.
Some residents in Ho Chi Minh City live in 72-square-foot homes.

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I'm a philanthropist and the founder of a Mexican spirit company. I start my day with my biggest 'rocks' — here's my routine.

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head shot of a woman in a red dress on a white background
Claudia Romo Edelman.

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This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Claudia Romo Edelman, a 55-year-old philanthropist and the founder of Sotol Romo, based in New York City, about her daily routine. It's been edited for length and clarity.

The future of aviation may be this Jetsons-like air taxi. I saw it fly over NYC for the first time.

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Joby
BI senior aviation reporter Taylor Rains saw frontrunner Joby Aviation's eVTOL fly over Manhattan.

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8 politicians who have attended the Met Gala — and what they wore

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Hillary Clinton and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez at the Met Gala.
Hillary Clinton and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are among the politicians who have attended the Met Gala.

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My wife and I returned to NYC after 2 years in Miami. The cost of living skyrocketed, and we missed the seasons.

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a couple poses with USA flags on a boat in Miami
Elhanan Harel and his wife.

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My parents pay my rent in New York City because I can't find a full-time job after college. I feel like I failed.

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the author is sitting on the outdoor steps to her NYC apartment
The author is a recent college graduate who can't find a job.

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Ken Griffin's deputy calls Zohran Mamdani's targeting of the billionaire 'shameful' in a companywide memo

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Ken Griffin speaks on stage in a black suit
Billionaire Ken Griffin is one of the biggest donors to the Republican Party.

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I've been to all 50 states and every major national park. Here are 6 places in the US I think everyone should experience at least once.

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An aerial view of Grand Canyon National Park.
There are a few places in the US I think everyone should see at least once.

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