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SS ‘Eastland’ overturned in the Chicago River.

Yestervid compiles silent film footage of the Windy City dating back to 1896.

The Amish aren't known for their bawdy senses of humor, but try telling that to the couple snapping a photo under the sign announcing they've arrived at Intercourse.

Long gone are the days of graffitied subway cars and cigarette ads in Times Square.

Times Square New Year's Eve 2023 celebration.

New Year’s Eve in Times Square is one of the most famous traditions in New York City. Learn how Manhattan's most colorful party came to be.

Seattle’s iconic Space Needle debuted at the 1962 World’s Fair—and was inspired by America's Space Race with the Soviet Union.

These Americans cities attracted the greatest percentages of Millennial transplants last year.

Right on red might not be around much longer.

The standard traffic practice is under increased scrutiny.

The glamorous streets of 90210—a.k.a. Beverly Hills.

From Manhattan to Beverly Hills, these are the most exclusive ZIP Codes in the country.

Know what these areas were called before they got their current names.

Chicago may have been named after an Indigenous term for stinky onions.

Takoyaki being prepared out of a stall in Osaka, Japan.

From George Town to Tokyo, these world-class food cities won’t exhaust your travel budget.

From Dubai to New York City, these cities boast the world's tallest skyscrapers.

Some cities are more cat-friendly than others. Here's the hard data to prove it.

If you're planning a trip to a U.S. city, here are some destinations to consider—and some to possibly reconsider.

You don't have to leave the city to have a successful birdwatching experience.

Not an actual Philadelphia restroom sign, but give it time.

If you guessed someone would suggest ‘Gritty Sitty,’ you are absolutely right.

Great location doesn’t equal high real estate prices in these American cities.

Air pollution fogs road in Delhi, India.

Under normal circumstances, the U.S. doesn't rank on the list of the 20 worst cities for air quality.

Jennifer Aniston, Matthew Perry, and Courteney Cox on the set of "Friends."

Instead of staying true to the New York setting of 'Friends,' the Central Perk Coffeehouse is opening its first location in Boston.

LA doesn't top the list, but Cali sure does dominate it.

According to researchers, California is home to not just one, but three of the “smartest” cities in the nation.

When it’s time to settle down, these cities offer a nice mix of low cost of living, warm weather, and all-night gambling.

Alfred Hitchcock's 'Vertigo' (1958) is one of many classics set in The Golden City.

These iconic films help to capture the vibrant culture and rich history of San Francisco on screen.

Roughly 288 populated places in the U.S. bear this name. Good thing we have zip codes.

The housing market is a nightmare, but there are still some areas where home ownership is within reach for average income earners.

Here's which European cities are best prepared for a "smart city" future.

Which European cities are best prepared for a “smart city” future? According to researchers, London leads the way.

Watch The Oldest Footage of Chicago on Film

From Blue Ball to Intercourse: Why Pennsylvania's Amish Country Has Such Lewd-Sounding City Names

This 50-Year-Old Footage Shows What Life in New York Was Like in the 1970s

A Brief History of Times Square’s New Year’s Eve Celebration

Why Is the Space Needle Shaped Like That?

The 20 U.S. Cities Where Millennials Are Moving

More Cities Are Banning Right-on-Red Turns—Here's Why

America's 25 Most Expensive ZIP Codes

11 Native American Names for Modern U.S. Cities

The 10 Best Cities for Michelin Dining on a Budget

These Are the 20 Tallest Skylines on Earth

The 25 Best Cities for Cat Lovers, Ranked

The 20 U.S. Cities American Tourists Love and Hate the Most

These Are America's 20 Best Cities for Birdwatching

‘Wee the People’: Philly Residents Offer Name Suggestions for the City’s New Public Bathrooms

America’s 10 Most Beautiful—and Surprisingly Affordable—Places to Live

The 20 Cities With the Worst Air Pollution Worldwide

First Location of the ‘Friends’-Inspired Central Perk Coffee Chain Is Coming to Boston

The 10 “Smartest” Cities in the U.S.

The 25 U.S. Cities Retirees Love Most

12 Must-See Movies Set in San Francisco

The Most Common Place Name in America—and No, It’s Not Springfield

Got the Keys: 10 of the Most Affordable Housing Markets in the U.S.

The 10 “Smartest” Cities in Europe