Social Etiquette in NYC

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Nothing is ever really considered “out of the ordinary” in New York City, but there are rules within the chaos. The city’s nature makes time and space critical aspects of living in New York City and, when compromised, residents are not afraid to share their true feelings.  If you plan on living in New York,… Continue reading Social Etiquette in NYC

US Tax Basics

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It’s that time again! Tax season is a stressful time of year for many people, but it can be even more so if you are new to the country and unsure how the system works. It doesn’t need to be so bad though – we offer gere some general information about how taxes work that… Continue reading US Tax Basics

Finding Office Space as a Startup: Renting and Office Sharing in NYC

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New York City’s pricey real estate makes finding office space as an entrepreneur tricky. You’ll need to consider not just pricing, but also which neighborhood makes the most sense for your type of business—where is your customer base? Where will you be able to network with similar companies? Where will be the best spot for… Continue reading Finding Office Space as a Startup: Renting and Office Sharing in NYC

US Fall Traditions

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With September well under way, the weather is cooling, the leaves will soon be changing, and before we know it the last signs of summer will be gone. Fall in New York City and the Tri-State area is beautiful, and for many New Yorkers, their favorite time of year. Without the humidity of the summer… Continue reading US Fall Traditions

The World in NYC: Mexico

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The most recent census numbers show that there are approximately 54 million Latin Americans living in the United States; out of that population 33.7 million (64%) were of Mexican origin in 2012. No other Latino group even comes close to the Mexican population in the U.S.; the second largest group, Puerto Ricans, number only approximately 4.6… Continue reading The World in NYC: Mexico

The Steuben Parade and Oktoberfest in NYC

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New York City has a fantastic German heritage. New York International recently explored the German community’s presence in the city, as well as searching out the best beer gardens around.  This week, though, get ready for some truly amazing German and German-American culture.In celebration of German-American Friendship Month, this Saturday at 11:30 a.m., the 55th German-American… Continue reading The Steuben Parade and Oktoberfest in NYC

Jewish Culture in NYC

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Something that surprises many people who move to New York City is how ubiquitous Jewish culture is. Everywhere you can find synagogues, kosher delis, and business doorways with mezuzim on them. The fact is, the New York City metropolitan area is home to the largest Jewish population center in the world, outside of Israel.In the… Continue reading Jewish Culture in NYC

US Presidential Election – The Basics “The West Wing” Can’t Teach You

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While political drama and comedy shows like The West Wing and HBO’s Veep can give internationals an informal introduction to the political system of the United States, many are still confused by the campaigns and complex election system of the country.With the 2012 elections just around the corner, political conversation is sure to increase amongst… Continue reading US Presidential Election – The Basics “The West Wing” Can’t Teach You

The World in NYC: China

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The Chinese population of NYC has a long and impressive history. From the mid- eighteenth century onwards there’s been a Chinese presence in the city, and Manhattan’s modern Chinatown is the largest concentration of Chinese outside of China in the Western hemisphere. Though the community isn’t so densely populated or as tightly concentrated as it… Continue reading The World in NYC: China

Fashion Week in NYC

The Mercedes Benz Fashion Week is upon us, and for New York City’s fashionistas, designers, and generally stylish population, there’s a lot to look forward to. From September 6 through 13, style awards, model showings, and tons of big names in fashion will be taking over NYC. If you can’t score a coveted seat inside… Continue reading Fashion Week in NYC