Former hedge-fund manager George Soros is the 178th-richest person on the planet, with a net worth of approximately $8.3 billion, according to Forbes. Soros is well known for his philanthropy, having given away more than $32 billion, according to his personal website. He has purchased a sprawling network of homes in the New York area, including a Southhampton estate and an Upper East Side townhouse.The billionaire spends big on causes he believes in, including politics. Read More...
2016-07-25T14:13:00Z Starbucks baristas can now wear dark jeans and dye their hair any color.
On Monday, the coffee giant announced it was changing its dress code. Under the new policy, employees are allowed to wear shirt colors outside of solid black or white, as well as dark wash jeans. Beanies, fedoras, and "other suitable hats" — not bucket hats, sports caps, berets, or cowboy hats — are also permitted. Read More...
2016-04-18T17:14:01Z With the presidential candidates swinging through New York this week in preparation for the state primary on Tuesday, a lot of attention has been paid to their restaurant choices. How do they eat their pizza — folded over, or with a fork? Do they use a spoon for their soup? Which local businesses will get their patronage (and ensuing press attention)?
Rao's is one of the city's oldest Italian restaurants — and one of its best. Read More...
