RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Stories that matter, from the heart of the East River.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

City Life

Life as a City Tree: Observations from a Hackberry

In a bustling city, a hackberry tree observes human habits and muses on their peculiar contradictions. From frantic busyness to tech addiction and extravagant waste, it questions if humans truly appreciate the world around them. The tree suggests slowing down, embracing simplicity, and experiencing the environment to coexist more harmoniously.

What is a 15-Minute City? How to Tell If You’re Living in One

The term “15-minute city” was coined by French urbanist, Claude Grunitzky. It refers to a city where everything one needs is within a 15-minute walk, bike or public transit ride away. The idea is that by living in a 15-minute…