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Legislation has been introduced in the New York City Council to prohibit government agencies from purchasing single-use plastic water bottles smaller than one gallon. The aim is to encourage the use of water coolers or water packaged in paper cartons and aluminum instead. The bill is part of a larger effort to reduce the consumption of single-use plastic in the city, which currently sees hundreds of millions of plastic bottles discarded each year. The legislation is motivated by concerns about the negative health effects of plastic consumption and the environmental impact of plastic production. While the bill only addresses government contracts, advocates argue that it is an important step in tackling the plastic pollution problem from multiple angles. [Extracted from the article]

This article from PhotoPlus magazine provides a step-by-step guide on how to transform cityscapes, specifically the New York skyline, into artistic and colorful images using Affinity Photo software. The process involves converting the photo to black and white, isolating each vertical street using the Pen tool, and adding streaks of paint to match the shapes of the streets. The article also suggests creating your own paint streaks for a more personalized effect. The final result can be fine-tuned by adjusting colors and blending textures using layer skills. The article provides detailed instructions and tips for achieving this artistic transformation. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the Marco Polo Day Festival, celebrated annually since 2009 by the Two Bridges Neighborhood Council in Manhattan's Lower East Side.

This article from Architectural Digest discusses the renovation of a duplex penthouse apartment on Manhattan's Upper East Side by interior designer Michael S. Smith. The apartment, located in an Art Deco limestone building, had a rich history and retained many of its original period details. Smith and architect Oscar Shamamian worked to update the kitchen, bathrooms, and primary suite while maintaining the overall character of the space. The design of the apartment blends vintage and antique furnishings with contemporary elements, creating a harmonious and inviting atmosphere. [Extracted from the article]

Stayntouch, a cloud-based hotel property management system technology, has partnered with Ian Schrager's Public Hotel in Lower Manhattan, according to a hospitalitynet report. Public Hotel now uses Stayntouch PMS and kiosk solutions for guest check-ins, streamlined operations and enhanced connectivity... [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A new trend of planting tiny forests is coming to Manhattan, with the first one set to be planted on Roosevelt Island. The Manhattan Healing Forest will consist of 1,000 native plants, trees, and shrubs covering 2,700 square feet. The forest will be planted using the Miyawaki method, which encourages rapid growth and self-sufficiency within a few decades. Similar mini-forests have been planted around the world, providing benefits such as cooling effects, floodwater absorption, and habitat for wildlife. In the United States, Miyawaki-style forests have been planted in Los Angeles, Washington State, and Cambridge. The Roosevelt Island mini-forest will be the 200th such forest planted by the SUGi foundation. [Extracted from the article]

The incident occurred near the media staging area outside the Manhattan court where the former president's hush money trial is taking place. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Community-based organizations in New York City are calling for more support from the city to help residents prepare for and respond to extreme weather events caused by climate change. These organizations, which have strong social ties within their neighborhoods, are well-positioned to assist during emergencies but need better communication, engagement, and financial resources from the city. Advocates are also pushing for reforms and greater accountability from the city's Office of Emergency Management, which has been criticized for its response to air quality crises and heavy rains. The city has invested in initiatives like Strengthening Communities to support community-based organizations, but more resources are needed as extreme weather incidents are expected to increase in the coming years. [Extracted from the article]