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Rats with wings: Remembering when pigeons were heroes

We call them flying rats now, shooing them away from park benches and cursing when they leave droppings on our cars. These ...
The New York Times

At the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, Sailing Is Often a Family Affair

Fathers, mothers, daughters, sons and even twin brothers have tackled this race together, saying it’s an exciting bonding experience. By David Schmidt Many families have holiday traditions — some are ...
Curbed

The Artists Who Bought a Park Slope Tenement for $100,000

An interior staircase (right) connects two levels of the lower duplex. Photo: Helen Street There’s a row of five-story buildings off Fifth Avenue in Park Slope that seem to fit the neighborhood ...
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What to do about a pigeon nest on your balcony

When pigeons discover a balcony for themselves, it’s often not a cause for celebration. Dirt and noise can quickly become a nuisance despite a love for animals. PETBOOK author Nina Ponath is familiar ...