First-time homebuyers are an endangered species in the U.S.
The dream of homeownership is fading for millions of Americans. Figures from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) show that only 24% of housing sales last year were by first-time homebuyers — that’s down from 50% in 2010.
Dimes Square is being turned into ‘Spritz Square,’ in honor of the iconic summer drink
This June, the iconic liqueur will be painting Dimes Square red, transforming it into Campari Spritz Square. Taking over 171 East Broadway, the aperitivo experience will offer curated food offerings, deals at local businesses in the area, and, naturally, spritzes. Read more
The 2025 Macy’s July 4 fireworks will be launched from NYC’s East River
The show will launch from the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and four barges positioned on the lower East River in the Seaport District. Macy’s hasn’t yet provided a list of best viewing spots, but you can expect miles of prime public viewing.
Dubai real estate hits record $18.2bn in sales in May 2025 as ready transactions quadruple
Dubai’s real estate market has saw AED66.8bn ($18.2bn) in property sales across 18,700 deals – marking a 44 per cent year-over-year increase in value and a 6 per cent rise in transaction volume.
The F1 of sailing competitions is cruising over to Governors Island next week
Strap in, NYC. The world’s fastest sailboats are skimming into town for a waterfront spectacle like no other. SailGP, the globe-hopping, wind-powered championship often dubbed “Formula 1 on water,” drops anchor at Governors Island next weekend, June 7 and 8.
50 robots will descend upon Times Square to hand out free Liquid I.V. next week
We’ve used to seeing odd shenanigans throughout Times Square, from giant bronze lady statues to huge hot dog sculptures to fistfights between full-grown men dressed like Elmo. And next week, you can add roaming robots to the weird midtown mix.
Luxury Market in Manhattan Records Its Best Week Since November 2021
A whopping 55 contracts were signed in Manhattan last week for $4 million and above, according to a report from Olshan Realty. The biggest deal was for three Lenox Hill townhouses that the buyer plans to transform into a single megamansion.
Manhattan’s Upper East Side Is Luring Luxury Buyers Back
The Upper East Side of Manhattan is cool again. There were 14 deals signed on the Upper East Side for at least $4 million, out of a total of 31 luxury contracts inked in Manhattan.
Astoria Park announces lineup of free summer programming including fireworks and outdoor movies
The Central Astoria Local Development Coalition has announced the return of its free summer programming lineup, with fireworks, concerts and outdoor movies slated to light up the season. Click here to read more
Brooklyn’s largest mural has been unveiled in Brownsville
A massive mural stretching 150-feet in the air has taken over the side of a building in the Brooklyn’s Brownsville neighborhood. This powerful piece pays tribute to the neighborhood’s culture. Click here to learn more