Every Fourth of July, thousands descend on the Coney Island boardwalk to watch the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.

With the hustle and bustle of the city always on the horizon, there’s one place where you can go to relax and unwind. Just an ...

The Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest is back, and famed competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut is hoping ...

Sean Duffy's "Great American Road Trip" encourages Americans to drive to sites in the most transit-rich and car-choked parts ...

It’s summer and the city is buzzing with pollinators—many of which are in decline. The Parks Department and local nonprofits ...

Narwhals, often called the “unicorns of the sea,” are one of the most fascinating creatures in the ocean. Known for their ...

Many of the borough's beaches are secluded and lack lifeguards. For many visitors, that’s key to their appeal.

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, left, attends the ribbon cutting and seasonal opening of the Coney Island amusement park area, Friday, April 9, 2021, in the Brooklyn borough of New York.

I needed a costume for the Coney Island Mermaid Parade, but still wanted to be comfortable during a long day of standing in ...

New York City public school students will be off from Monday, Feb. 17 to Friday, Feb. 21 for midwinter break. Here are some free and pay-what-you-wish activities to keep kids busy during the week.

By creating glazed openings in unexpected places at Ocean Pavilion at the Seattle Aquarium, Seattle architecture firm LMN and ...