Topic: new-york-city

Manhattan’s Giant Yellow Teddy Bear Attracts Tourists and Increases Happiness

Manhattan's Giant Yellow Teddy Bear Attracts Tourists and Increases Happiness

If you’ve been wandering around Manhattan lately and seen a giant yellow teddy bear with a lampshade on its head, rest assured the dolls have not gained radioactive powers nor are they set to take over New York. The giant yellow teddy, which is 23 feet (7 metres) high and weighs 35,000 lbs (15.8 metric tonnes) is part of an art installation commissioned by Christie’s and is set to be the highlight of their Post War & Contemporary sale. More »

Wish We Were There…Free Fitness Events Around the Country This Week

Wish We Were There…Free Fitness Events Around the Country This Week

Getting fit doesn’t have to be expensive or exclusive, thanks to free events like outdoor yoga classes, classes at community centers, and even big, corporate-sponsored events that are open to the public. Here are some events that we think are worth attending this week, from the Yoga Journal Conference in Denver to traffic-free biking in San Francisco. Just don’t spend your leftover cash all in one place… More »