Latest news with #Rosen
New York Post
2 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
Aby Rosen's Seaport office tower at 17 State St. bouncing back with new lease deals
Leasing is brisk at 17 State St. near the Seaport since RFR Realty refinanced the harbor-facing, 571,000 square-foot office tower in January. The refi was one of three that RFR head Aby Rosen pulled off on previously strained properties — the other two were retail portions of 670 Sixth Ave. and 150 E. 72nd St. At 17 State St., which RFR has owned for 25 years, five renewals totaled 68,362 square feet. The largest was for Alphadyne Investment Management, which renewed early on 43,872 square feet. Rosen, who's shored up his formerly under-siege empire one property at a time, also signed deals with three new tenants totaling over 12,000 square feet, including AI-powered life insurance tech firm Optifino. Advertisement At 17 State St., which RFR has owned for 25 years, five renewals totaled 68,362 square feet. RFR The 4,300 square-foot amenities space on the third floor. RFR Meanwhile, 17 State launched a new, 4,300 square-foot amenities space on the third floor. The Liberty Lounge and Conference Center boasts a lounge, cafe, library, screening room and ornamental foliage as an homage to nearby Battery Park. Advertisement As per CoStar, the tower is 89% leased. Asking rents range from $65 to $75 per square foot. The reinvestment and repositioning of 5 Penn Plaza continues to pay off for investor-landlord Stephen Haymes. The 1916 structure between West 33rd and 34th streets landed another new tenant — Fireblocks, a blockchain security platform that helps to store, transfer and manage cryptocurrencies and other digital assets. The firm, which is moving and expanding from 441 Ninth Ave., signed for 35,000 square feet on the entire 23rd floor and part of the penthouse with a wraparound terrace. Advertisement The building boasts a new lobby, open views, an amenities center and a dog-friendly roof terrace, and is more than 85% leased. Asking rents are in the $70-$80 per square foot range. A JLL team led by Mitchell Konsker represented the landlord. Newmark's Aaron Ellison and Adam Spector repped the tenant.
Time Out
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
A Hulk Hogan-themed tribute bar is opening in midtown
Hulkamania is body-slamming its way into midtown. This fall, a larger-than-life sports bar paying tribute to the late wrestling legend Hulk Hogan will open directly across from Madison Square Garden at 461 Eighth Ave. Dubbed Slam, the $7 million, 9,000-square-foot, three-story venue promises wings, wrestling and wall-to-wall memorabilia, plus a rooftop view fit for a heavyweight. The project was already underway before Hogan's sudden death on July 25 at age 71 and now its opening has taken on new meaning. Billed as a 'living tribute,' Slam is the vision of nightlife vet Rich Rosen, who struck a licensing deal with Hogan earlier this year to bring the concept to life just steps from where Hogan's WWE stardom exploded in the 1980s. 'Hulk wasn't just a partner—he was a dear friend,' Rosen told Page Six. 'He shaped the spirit of what Slam was meant to be, a place where fans from around the world could gather at the very corner where his legend began.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hulk Hogan's Slam Sports Bar (@hulkhogansslamsportsbar) The bar is designed to be bold, brash and nostalgic, just like its muse. Expect looping reels of classic matches, Real American Beer (Hogan's own brew) and ceiling architecture inspired by MSG itself. Rosen says the team is pressing forward with construction, intent on fulfilling Hogan's vision. The wrestler, born Terry Bollea, made one of his final public appearances at the under-construction bar on April 30, accompanied by a documentary crew. In life, Hogan remained an undeniably controversial figure—from his role in Gawker's downfall to his recent alignment with Donald Trump —but to generations of wrestling fans, he was the ultimate showman. Slam's opening is part of the continuing transformation of the Penn Station area, which has recently welcomed new restaurants, pickleball courts and upscale hangouts. And while Rosen has raised concerns about potential plans to relocate Madison Square Garden, for now, the arena remains—and so will the tribute Hogan always dreamed of.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Science
- NDTV
NISAR Satellite: Earth's Watchtower Jointly Built By India, US
Pasadena, California: India and the US' $1.3 billion satellite to decode Earth's secrets is ready for its lift-off from India's space port on the coast of the Bay of Bengal. Made in California's Pasadena and Bengaluru, the NISAR satellite is set to save lives across the world. The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite, also referred to as the 'Nisarga satellite', is the world's single most expensive civilian Earth imaging satellite. It is being readied to fly aboard India's Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV Mark 2) rocket from Sriharikota on Wednesday. This is the first big Indo-US collaborative satellite mission. The very unique Earth imaging satellite jointly made by India and the US is a technological marvel and would be game game-changer in saving lives from impending natural disasters. That the world's oldest democracy, the US, and the world's largest democracy, India, are working together on this most expensive satellite is a testament to the growing Indo-US bonhomie and strategic ties. In an exclusive conversation with NDTV, Dr. Paul Rosen, a NASA Project Scientist for NISAR at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California, shared the mission's scientific ambition and its life-saving potential. "This is a science mission and applications mission. We're studying the cryosphere, ecosystems, and solid earth hazards like earthquakes and landslides. It's very much a climate mission," Dr Rosen said. The satellite's dual-band radar - L-band from NASA and S-band from ISRO - will allow scientists to monitor Earth's surface with unprecedented millimetre precision. This includes tectonic shifts, glacial movements, biomass changes, and even precursors to landslides and glacial lake outbursts. "We can make 3D movies of the motions of the Earth, all the land and ice. Nothing in conventional remote sensing can do that," Dr Rosen explained. The use of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) in two bands is a deliberate choice to extend the dynamic range of measurements. The L-band penetrates deeper and captures larger structures, while the S-band is sensitive to finer details. "Two wavelengths give us a much more dynamic measurement than just one," he said. The satellite has been in development for over a decade. On the choice of launch vehicle, Dr Rosen addressed concerns about using the GSLV Mark 2, once nicknamed ISRO's "naughty boy". "Any launch is risky. But the last GSLV Mark 2 launch was 100% successful in the same configuration we plan to use. I don't have major concerns," he said. Switching to the newer Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-30) was considered but ruled out due to cost and time constraints. "Changing midstream incurs costs and delays. It's best programmatically and practically to move forward with GSLV Mark 2," Dr Rosen added. The NISAR mission was born from NASA's long-standing desire to launch a radar-based Earth observation system. After failed attempts to secure funding, NASA sought international partners. In 2011, Dr Rosen visited India and found enthusiastic support from ISRO. "I gave a talk about our concept, and it was instantly embraced by ISRO. In 2014, NASA and ISRO signed the agreement. The rest is history," he recalled. The satellite will provide global coverage every 12 days, enabling continuous monitoring of seismic zones like the Himalayas. "We can measure ground motion to millimetre precision. That helps us understand the earthquake cycle - before, during, and after seismic events," Dr Rosen said. He also emphasised the satellite's role in tracking landslides and glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), which have become increasingly common in the Himalayas. "We can see precursory motion before landslides. And we will monitor glacier dynamics to assess GLOF risks," he noted. On climate change, NISAR will help quantify carbon exchange between forests and the atmosphere, improving climate models. "We'll reduce errors in climate modelling by an order of magnitude. That's huge," Dr Rosen said. Additionally, all data from NISAR will be publicly available. "The data will be placed in the public archive almost instantly after processing. NASA and ISRO have agreed - this is a science mission, and all radar data will be open," he said. The collaboration has been technically and culturally enriching. Despite different development styles, both agencies have worked in parallel, integrating components across continents. "ISRO's technology is quite advanced. We built part of the structure, shipped it to India, they added electronics, shipped it back, and it all worked. It's been a great partnership," Dr Rosen said. On cost disparities, he acknowledged the complexity but emphasised value. "It's a complex system. But if you divide the cost by the square kilometres of data, it's just 2 US Cents per square kilometer. That's incredibly cheap," he said. The satellite features a 12-meter unfurlable gold mesh antenna, the largest of its kind in low-Earth orbit. Its boom structure, made of composite fibres, was a new engineering challenge. "It was a challenge to build, but we're confident it will work. We had an extremely complete testing program," Dr Rosen said. Reflecting on the collaboration, he praised ISRO's engineers and scientists. "I've been to India over 30 times. The scientists are welcoming, and the engineers are capable. The result is a beautiful satellite that's performing well in tests," he said. As the launch nears, Dr Rosen is filled with anticipation. "I've been waiting for this mission for 30 years, working on it for 14. I cannot wait for the data," he said. And yes, he may be celebrating the launch with peanuts, a JPL tradition, alongside ISRO's temple visits. "Absolutely. I'll celebrate with peanuts and whatever ISRO's tradition is," he laughed. From Pasadena to Sriharikota, NISAR is more than a satellite - it's a symbol of scientific unity, technological excellence, and a shared commitment to saving lives and understanding our planet.
Eater
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Eater
Will the Hulk Hogan Bar Partnership Become a Midtown Homage?
is the lead editor of the Northeast region with more than 20 years of experience as a reporter, critic, editor, and cookbook author. Just weeks after the controversial Hulk Hogan announced a partnership for his Midtown wrestling-themed bar, the professional wrestler has died of a heart attack at the age of 71 in Clearwater, Florida, TMZ reports. Spearheaded by nightlife veteran Rich Rosen in a licensing deal with Hogan, the $7 million, 9,000 square-foot space, named Slam, is due to open in the fall across from Madison Square Garden at 461 Eighth Avenue, at 31st Street, offering wings, beer, and big-screen wrestling highlights under Hogan's banner. It was set to be the first licensed Hogan concept in New York City, with a name meant to echo both wrestling and the MSG arena down the block. Now, Slam may open as something different than originally planned: not just a fan-fueled bar and restaurant but a posthumous tribute. Hogan, born Terry Bollea, has been a pop culture fixture since the 1980s, a mainstay at Madison Square Garden, where he headlined countless WWE events. He was also known for his racism caught on the infamous sex tape, for which he sued Gawker for what ended up to be $140 million — and won, which led to the demise of the publication. Most recently, he had aligned himself with President Donald Trump, having ripped off his shirt during his speech at the RNC convention and said he'd like to be vice president someday. In Rosen's pitch to Hogan, he said the Midtown location 'was his story,' referring to the bar's close proximity to the arena where much of Hogan's fame was forged. Slam was designed to be 'big, bold, and nostalgic,' with Hogan's Real American Beer on tap and walls covered in memorabilia. Construction is still underway, and as of this writing, the team hasn't announced changes to the concept or opening timeline. Eater has reached out to Rosen for an update.
New York Post
10-07-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Bizarre viral migraine hack can really work, says neurologist — here's how
Heads up, bottles up. Worldwide, more than 1 billion people suffer from migraines — and because the cause isn't fully understood, treating them can be tricky, with suffers often curling up in a dark, quiet room, waiting for the pain to pass. But one young woman has revealed the bizarre, unlikely hack that works for her — even when pain meds don't. Advertisement And a neurologist told The Post her method actually makes sense. 3 In a viral video, Tilly Walker revealed that she balances a bottle on her forehead to fight migraines. TikTok/@toeatilly In a viral video, Tilly Walker (@toeatilly) lies in bed, face up, while balancing a full bottle of Evian water on her forehead. 'How I sleep, as no medicine helps my migraines, but balancing a water bottle on my head stops the pain,' she explained. Advertisement She said figuring it out has been 'life-changing knowledge.' While this basic balancing act may seem like too simple a solution, experts say there's science to support it. 'There is a long history of using pressure on the forehead to relieve pain, from placing stones on the body to tying a handkerchief tight on the head,' Noah Rosen, MD, a neurologist and director of the Northwell Headache Center, told The Post. Advertisement 'Some of the benefits from this may be Diffuse Noxious Inhibitory Control (or DNIC), where a strong stimulus may suppress another one, like rubbing around a paper cut. 'There have even been devices like the Nerivio patch, which try to use a stimulus on the arm to reduce headaches.' 3 While there is no known cure for the menace that is a migraine, the internet is rife with remedies. Getty Images Advertisement For Tilly, the pressure is key — she noted that the bottle has to be full for it to work. And commenters have pointed out how absolutely desperate she must have been when she stumbled upon the trick. 'This is the sort of thing that only a person with a migraine could think of trying,' wrote one. But she's not alone — several commenters have admitted to using the water bottle method as well. 'GIRL!!! I thought I was the only one doing it, it works so well,' one said. Rosen noted that the bottle may also function as a mindfulness tool, offering further relief.. 3 Rosen notes that the bottle may also function as a mindfulness tool. licvin – Advertisement 'Focusing on the bottle rather than the pain may help to be in the moment rather than focusing on a discomforting abstraction,' he explained. Other commenters have chimed in to share their own weird recommendations for alleviating a severe headache, including consuming raw mimosa flowers, wearing an eye mask, applying potato slices to the forehead, submerging feet in hot water, and getting a daith or inner ear piercing. Other cures include the viral 'migraine meal,' which consists of a large Coca-Cola and a large order of fries from McDonald's. One viral video — with more than 3.8 million views — shows a girl at the fast-food chain's drive-thru with overlay text reading, 'Trying McDonald's chips [fries] and a Diet Coke because I've had a headache for 48 hours and TikTok said it would help.' Advertisement Doctors say the caffeine in soda can operate as a nerve disruptor, a substance that affects nerve activity and blood flow to the brain. Sometimes, this disturbance works positively, but it's a roll of the dice or a draw of the straw, as caffeine consumption can also trigger migraines. In addition, the salt and sugar present in the 'migraine meal' can constrict blood vessels and also impact blood flow to the brain. Advertisement Aside from fast food, experts have seen success in using magnesium to prevent migraines. For his part, Rosen says the water bottle hack is a generally safe choice for migraine sufferers so long as they take precautions. 'I would say if you do it, be careful and don't let it hurt your eyes, nose or spill on you!'
