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Walking Tour: ‘Southern Wall Of Jerusalem’ (Video)
The Old City of Jerusalem. Walk along the ancient southern wall. Israel. In this video: The Armenian Patriarchate St., Zion Gate, Hativat Estyoni St., Habad St., Ma’ale HaShalom St., Batei Mahase St., Derech HaOfel.
Travel: Christmas Tour Of Midtown Manhattan -2020
Happy Holidays! New York City is known to the world as a Christmas and holiday destination hotspot. Join our guide, Sam, from Top Dog Tours NYC as she takes you on a personal walking tour of all the iconic, must-see sites that put Manhattan on the Christmas map. From Radio City Music Hall to Rockefeller Center and St. Patrick’s Cathedral to Macy’s flagship store, learn the fascinating history of each location, with traditions going back to the early 20th century and beyond.
Video timeline: 0:00 Introduction to New York Holiday Landmarks 0:23 St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the Historical Origins of Christmas 1:34 New York Christmas Firsts 1:54 St. Patrick’s Cathedral Midnight Mass History 2:35 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree History 4:27 Radio City Music Hall History 4:48 The Rockettes History 5:56 Bryant Park History 6:30 Bryant Park Winter Village 6:57 Macy’s Store History 8:02 Macy’s Day Parade History 9:08 Macy’s Holiday Window Display
Salaries: Why American Teachers Earn Much Less Than Other Professions
Teachers earn nearly 20% less than other professionals with similar education and experience, according to the Economic Policy Institute. In many states, their wages are below the living wage, forcing teachers to seek secondary jobs to supplement their income or leave the profession all together.
Since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic and the rise of remote learning, the challenges faced by educators has become increasingly demanding. Some organizations are trying to redesign teacher pay structures in some of the 13,500 public school districts nationwide. Watch the video above to learn more about why teachers are paid so little and how to fix that.
Travel & Lodging: ‘How AirBNB Rebounded During The Pandemic’ (Video)
Airbnb was bleeding cash earlier this year, making its plans to go public by the end of 2020 look bleak. But by adapting its business to the pandemic, Airbnb looks to have salvaged its IPO and possibly its future.
Photo illustration: Jacob Reynolds/WSJ
Design Books: ‘The Ideal City – Exploring Urban Futures’ (Gestalten)
Urban life is humankind’s biggest experiment to date, our cities are constantly evolving and adapting to climate and economy. The cities we have today are not necessarily the ones we need, but big and small innovation is rethinking visions of urbanization.
Together with pioneering research and design agency SPACE10, we present future-orientated design which enhances quality of life and makes our urban spaces more vibrant.
As technology and urban life edge ever closer, The Ideal City explores the ambitious actions and initiatives being brought to life across the globe to meet tomorrow’s demand in clever, forwarding-thinking ways. From pedestrian infrastructure to housing, the book uncovers what is being discussed at the forefront of urbanism through expert essays and profiles.
SPACE10 is a Copenhagen-based research and design agency that is on a mission to enable a better everyday life for people and the planet. They specialize in innovation and future-living, often presenting models both for urban spaces or food that could lead to me a more sustainable future.
Boat Design: The ‘All-New Fleming 85’ – State Of The Art Cruising Yacht (Video)
After hundreds of years of combined experience in designing, building and cruising yachts on the open ocean, Fleming Yachts are bringing to you what will be the ultimate of cruising yachts. A brand new design from the keel up. The Fleming 85.
Learn more: https://www.flemingyachts.com/model/F…
Music: South Korean Boy Band “BTS” – Time Magazine ‘Entertainer Of The Year’
BTS is TIME’s 2020 Entertainer of the Year. Between releasing multiple albums and breaking every type of record in 2020, the Korean pop band ascended to the zenith of pop stardom. In an era marked by so much anguish and cynicism, BTS has stayed true to their message of kindness, connection and self-acceptance. Tune in for a special performance from BTS tonight at 10/9c on NBC.
BTS, also known as the Bangtan Boys, is a seven-member South Korean boy band that began formation in 2010 and debuted in 2013 under Big Hit Entertainment. The septet—composed of RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook—co-writes and co-produces much of their own output.
Walking Tours: ‘Lake Arrowhead Village’ In Southern California
Lake Arrowhead is an unincorporated community and a census-designated place (CDP) in the San Bernardino Mountains of San Bernardino County, California, surrounded by the San Bernardino National Forest, and surrounding the Lake Arrowhead Reservoir. It is located in the Inland Empire region of Southern California, about 20–30 minutes north of San Bernardino.
Top Street Food: ‘Crunchy Takoyaki’ In Osaka, Japan
Takoyaki (たこ焼き or 蛸焼) a ball-shaped Japanese snack originating from Osaka – made of a wheat flour-based batter, filled with diced octopus (tako), tempura scraps (tenkasu), pickled ginger (beni shoga), and green onion (negi). Takoyaki balls are brushed with takoyaki sauce (similar to Worcestershire sauce) and mayonnaise, sprinkled with green laver (aonori) and shavings of dried bonito (katsuobushi).
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