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New York Post
18 hours ago
- New York Post
The most walkable city in the U.S. has been chosen — and NYC bizarrely didn't come close to number one
The Big Apple — with its endless sidewalks, world-class parks and the country's most expansive public transportation system to tie it all together — is somehow not the most walkable city in the U.S. That is, anyway, according to the so-called travel experts behind a USA Today list of the most walkable cities in the U.S. to visit in 2025. 3 New York lags behind nine other much smaller cities on walkability, according to a nationwide panel of so-called travel experts. monkifoto – Not only was the city that never sleeps snubbed — with nearby Philadelphia muscling into the top spot — New York was shoved all the way down to number ten, behind a host of bizarre picks. While the publication acknowledged that 'several of [NYC's] landmarks are within easy walking distance from one another, and all five boroughs of the city are walkable,' our sheer size appears to have been behind the lackluster ranking. Aside from the bewildering anti-Gotham slant, the list had several other surprises in store. Puny Providence, for example, was awarded number two, Burlington, Vt. — with a downtown you could fit on a couple of Midtown blocks — took home number three. Brutally hilly San Francisco snagged number six. 10 most walkable cities in the U.S. to visit Philadelphia, PA Providence, RI Burlington, VT Columbus, OH Boston, MA San Francisco, CA Chicago, IL Savannah, GA Washington, D.C. New York City, NY Philadelphia is enjoying its third year in the top slot, apparently thanks to the tightly-gridded Center City, an area the publication said that both tourists and locals enjoy walking — writing that it boasts 'several gorgeous neighborhoods, including historic and charming Old City and Rittenhouse Square.' 3 Philadelphia was also praised in the list for its cultural attractions and pleasant scenery. Zenstratus – 3 Chicago, with its miles of lakefront trail, made the grade with critics. Erika – Density of points of interest seemed to work in the favor of the smaller cities — where top tourist attractions can typically be found within an easy stroll. The topic of walkability is a hot-button issue among many Americans — especially amid stubbornly steep gas prices and rising public transit fares, despite continued city congestion. On a Reddit discussion of this year's walkable cities list, residents of the City of Brotherly Love unpacked the win. 'Obviously, more people walk and ride transit in NYC, but as a former New Yorker, I do find walking in Philly a lot more pleasant,' wrote one shameless turncoat. 'The narrow and quieter streets are the norm here, while you have to really seek them out in New York— and in most other US cities they straight up don't exist.' 'That's one way to say that our public transit sucks,' quipped a cynic. 'Unlike NYC, though, many Philly neighborhoods lack essential businesses on the neighborhood level. This makes it difficult for the city to be truly walkable outside of Center City and a few other areas,' observed one astute Redditor. With that in mind, perhaps there's hope for bruised New York City egos after all.
New York Post
26-05-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Forever chemicals found in American beer — the worst is brewed in this part of the country
Crack open a cold one this Memorial Day and you might be in for a hoppy hazard. A recent study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology has found that 95% of 23 tested beers across the US contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) — commonly known as 'forever chemicals' due to their lingering presence in the environment and human body. And depending on where in the country it's brewed, the amount of forever chemicals can be worse. Advertisement 3 A recent study discovered 95% of beers across the US contain forever chemicals, which have been linked to cancer and other health issues. DN6 – These synthetic compounds, which have been linked to cancer and other health issues, are believed to enter beer primarily through contaminated tap water used in brewing. The study found a strong correlation between PFAS concentrations in municipal drinking water and levels in locally brewed beer — a phenomenon that has not previously been researched. While the study did not disclose specific beer brands, it identified that beers brewed near the Cape Fear River Basin in North Carolina exhibited the highest levels and most diverse mix of PFAS. Advertisement Beers from St. Louis County, Missouri also showed significant PFAS presence. The findings suggest that standard water filtration systems used in breweries may not effectively remove forever chemicals, highlighting the need for improved water treatment strategies at both brewing facilities and municipal treatment plants. As beer is composed of about 90% water — and nearly two gallons of water can be used to produce just one quart of beer — the quality of water used in brewing is crucial. Advertisement With PFAS contamination affecting an estimated 200 million people in the US, the presence of these chemicals in beer underscores the broader issue of environmental pollutants infiltrating everyday products. 3 Cape Fear Memorial Bridge crossing the Cape Fear River at sunset in Wilmington, North Carolina, United States. Zenstratus – 'As an occasional beer drinker myself, I wondered whether PFAS in water supplies was making its way into our pints,' lead author Jennifer Hoponick Redmon said in a press release. 'I hope these findings inspire water treatment strategies and policies that help reduce the likelihood of PFAS in future pours.' Advertisement Last year, the Environmental Protection Agency reported that after testing just one-third of public water supplies in the US, they determined that more than 70 million residents are being exposed to 'forever chemicals.' 3 The findings suggest that standard water filtration systems used in breweries may not effectively remove forever chemicals luchschenF – The most contaminated were found in densely populated regions like New York, New Jersey, and parts of California and Texas. However, their interactive map shows that Manhattan has zero reports of forever chemicals in the water. 'The full scale of PFAS contamination is likely much more widespread,' an EWG spokesperson said at the time, noting that the EPA's report only offered a snapshot of the problem. In fact, in November researchers at Florida International University in Miami even found forever chemicals in rainwater. They've also been found in everything from contact lenses to dental floss to toilet paper and even shampoo. When it comes to reducing the exposure through water, there is something consumers can do about it. While boiling the water doesn't remove PFAS, some water filters can. Advertisement A report from FoodPrint outlines how filters with activated carbon adsorption, ion exchange resins and high-pressure membranes can help. 'To remove a specific contaminant like PFAS from drinking water, consumers should choose a water filtration device that is independently certified to remove that contaminant by a recognized lab,' said Jim Nanni of Consumer Reports.
New York Post
25-04-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Heartland city emerges as top US market — where typical home is $200K less than national median
The top housing market in the U.S. this spring season is a heartland hub where the typical home costs an impressive $200,000 less than the national median. Toledo, OH, a city of 265,000 people situated on the western tip of Lake Erie, claimed the No. 1 spot in the latest Wall Street Journal/ Housing Market Ranking through a winning combination of strong demand, quick market pace, and impressive price growth compared with a year ago. Although a midsized city, Toledo—located about 60 miles from Detroit—attracted outsized attention from homebuyers during the first three months of 2025, climbing two spots in the ranking from the previous quarter. Almost two-thirds of online listing viewers in Toledo were from out of town, highlighting the appeal of this affordable metro, particularly among fellow Midwesterners. However, house hunters from New York City and Washington, DC, are also taking notice. 4 Toledo, Ohio is the top housing market in the U.S. this spring. Nicholas J. Klein – The typical home in Toledo cost $235,000 in March, nearly $200,000 lower than the national price—and that's after a 17.5% year-over-year price increase. Given Toledo's robust demand and affordability, it's not surprising that homes there were flying off the shelves. In March, the typical residential property in Toledo was purchased within 37 days, or more than two weeks faster than the national median. Predictably, Toledo saw the sharpest increase in home sales profit margins so far this year, according to a new report from ATTOM Data Solutions, a curator of land, property data, and real estate analytics. 4 In March, the typical residential property in Toledo was bought more than two weeks faster than the national median. Zenstratus – At the start of the new year, the median price of a home sold in Toledo was 44.7% more than the median purchase price for homes sold, up from 27.8% during the same period in 2024. The resulting 16.9 percentage point gain was the largest in the country in the first quarter. Toledo's other major draw, which it shares with other Midwestern metros, is a lower risk of climate-related disasters compared with coastal areas. 4 One of Toledo's major draws is a lower risk of climate-related disasters compared to coastal areas. SeanPavonePhoto – A mere 1.5% of properties in Toledo are facing severe or extreme risk of one of the five risks considered—extreme heat, wind, air quality, flood, and wildfire—over the next 30 years. Overall, the top 20 markets in the latest ranking saw an average of just 4.7% of properties at risk of climate-related damage. Toledo's economy primarily revolves around manufacturing, health care, and education. It also boasts a vibrant arts scene, anchored by the Toledo Museum of Art. But like any urban hub, Toledo is not without its challenges. The unemployment rate in the city has climbed the past couple of years, reaching 6.6% in March—the highest rate across the top 20 metros in this quarter's ranking. 'Unemployment climbed due to contraction in the professional and business services, information and manufacturing industries compared to last year,' says Chief Economist Danielle Hale. 'Nevertheless, the relatively affordable cost of living and low housing costs could continue to attract homebuyers.' The Wall Street Journal/ Housing Market Ranking evaluates the 200 most populous metros, weighing real estate demand, housing inventory, median days on the market, median price trends, property taxes, climate risks, unemployment rate, wages, regional price parities, amenities, and other factors that affect the cost of living and quality of life. The Midwest and parts of the Northeast dominate the rankings Every one of the top 20 metros in the latest quarterly ranking is in either the Midwest or Northeast, continuing a trend driven by affordability, a low cost of living, and climate resiliency. As in the past quarter, the Midwest emerged as the big winner, with 12 of the 20 cities on the list scattered across the region—five of them in Ohio. Following Toledo, Manchester, NH, claimed the No. 2 spot in the ranking, with Rockford, IL, in third, Springfield, MA, in fourth, and Canton, OH—last quarter's top market—settling into the fifth spot. Four of the 12 Midwest cities on the new list had an unemployment rate below the national level of 4.2% in March, with Appleton, WI, boasting the lowest jobless rate among the top 20 metros, at 3.1%, followed by Green Bay, WI (3.3%), Milwaukee (3.8%), and Fort Wayne, IN (4.1%). All four cities have strong labor markets and affordable costs of living, in part owing to the fact that essentials cost an average 7% less than the national level there. Home prices follow the trend of lower costs in the Midwest. In March, Youngstown, OH, emerged as the metro with the lowest median list price of $185,000—a staggering $240,000 below the national price. 'These low home prices mean that the minimum recommended income to purchase in one of these markets was an average $68,000, compared to the U.S. minimum recommendation of $98,000,' says Hale. 4 According to a new report from ATTOM Data Solutions, Toledo saw the sharpest increase in home sales profit margins so far this year. Nicholas J. Klein – New Haven ascends as Trenton loses ground In the March rankings, New Haven, CT, ascended 34 spots since the past quarter, to No. 11, the biggest gain of any metro on the list. Although New Haven is higher-priced than the national market, with the typical home there costing $460,000 in March, it still offers buyers relative affordability within commuting distance of New York City, about 80 miles to the southwest. Youngston, OH, saw the second-biggest gain in rankings, jumping 16 places from the previous quarter to claim the No. 18 spot. Meanwhile, Trenton, NJ, suffered the most dramatic reversal in a span of three months. After climbing 16 spots to No. 12 during the winter, Trenton tumbled 12 places, crashing out of the top 20 and landing at No. 24 this quarter. Columbus, OH, experienced a similar fate, having lost 13 spots since the past quarter, to end up in No. 28 this time around.
New York Post
23-04-2025
- General
- New York Post
This state has the most Gen Z and millennial kids still living at home — here's why their parents are stuck with them
Some birds haven't flown the coop. Moving out on your own has long been considered a mark of adulthood, but in recent years, young adults are purposely delaying getting their own keys — especially in one state. According to a new Pew Research Center analysis of government data, California parents are the unlucky ones, as they have the most 25 to 34-year-olds living at home with them. The main reason young adults say they're still at home? The economic climate. Figures. Specifically, the study said Vallejo and Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura were the two California metropolitan areas with the highest number of Gen Z and millennials at home — each with 33%. El Centro, California, (32%), Brownsville-Harlingen, Texas, (31%), Riverside- San Bernardino-Ontario, California, (30%) and Merced, California, (30%) followed down the list. Rounding out the top ten were McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, Texas, Naples-Marco Island, Florida, Racine-Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, and Port St. Lucie, Florida. Meanwhile, in Odessa, Texas, Lincoln, Nebraska, Ithaca, New York, and Bloomington, Indiana, only about 3% of young adults lived at home. 4 According to a new Pew Research Center analysis of government data, in 2023, 18% of adults ages 25 to 34 were living in a parent's home. – While the number of young adults living with their parents skyrocketed during the pandemic, it increased even before the lockdown. Now, a few years later, from the looks of it — these adult kids aren't going anywhere. 4 After a tumultuous few years, it finally seems to be on the downturn, but there are still areas in the US with large portions of young adults still tucking themselves into their childhood bedrooms. pewresearch But who specifically of the two generations is living at home? Throughout the country, young men are more likely to live at home (20% vs. 15%). 4 Vallejo, California, is on of the two metropolitan areas with the highest share of 25- to 34-year-olds living in their parents' home — with 33%. Zenstratus – When accounting for race, White young adults are less likely than their Asian, Hispanic and Black peers to live in a parent's home, according to the Pew Research Center. For the most part, the 10 metro areas with the lowest shares of young adults living with their parents have a higher-than-average share of White young adults. 4 Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, California, is tied for first place being one of the two metropolitan areas with the highest shares older Gen Z and younger millennials — with 33%. Matt Gush – However, these trends aren't always true. According to Census data, the population of Vallejo is 32% White, 30% Hispanic, 17% Asian, 12% Black and 9% other. Meanwhile, the population of Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura is 45% Hispanic, 41% White, 7% Asian, 2% Black and 5% other.
