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Posts for August 27, 2008
  • Posted 8/27/08 at 7:00 PM
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Cop Takes Down Peace Protester With Baton in Denver

A young woman gets violently swatted during a demonstration at the Democratic National Convention.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 6:30 PM
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And the Award for the Scariest Denver-Area Hotel Goes To…And the Award for the Scariest Denver-Area Hotel Goes To…

If you’re IMPORTANT, you get to stay at the Sheraton or the Ritz. Otherwise, you just might be sleeping next door to a wannabe Obama assassin.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 6:15 PM
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Samantha Ronson’s Book ProposalSamantha Ronson’s Book Proposal

Did you hear? Lindsay's girlfriend has been talking about writing a book about their time together. And we might just have a sneak preview.

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The new, unmistakable Audi Q5

Introducing the new Audi Q5: Performance, luxury and functionality meet unmistakable design. With features like piercing LED lighting, a distinctive front grille and quattro® all-wheel drive, you no longer have to compromise when it comes to crossovers.

  • Posted 8/27/08 at 5:51 PM
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Nina Garcia Judges Convention Fashion: Michelle Obama ‘Stunning’; Hillary ‘Orange, of All Colors?’Nina Garcia Judges Convention Fashion: Michelle Obama ‘Stunning’; Hillary ‘Orange, of All Colors?’

The ‘Project Runway’ judge weighs in on the outfits of the former First Lady and the potential future one.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 5:35 PM
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New York AIDS Rate Three Times National AverageNew York AIDS Rate Three Times National Average

In 2006, the last year for which there are complete statistics, 4,800 people became infected.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 5:07 PM
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Hillary Still Winking at Her Supporters

Clinton looked at the huge crowd in attendance and said, "If I'd known I had this many delegates…" The audience whooped knowingly.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 4:28 PM
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Heilemann: Why the Democrats Are Failing in DenverHeilemann: Why the Democrats Are Failing in Denver

Mark Penn's still causing trouble in Hillaryland, and the Democrats aren't effectively framing McCain in negative terms.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 4:20 PM
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The ‘Times’ Helps Us Keep Up With the Riches

Why do we know so much about how Alex Witchel and Frank, Simon, and Nathaniel Rich spent their summers? Because some crazy old Gray Lady told us!

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 3:45 PM
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Lush Employees Go NakedLush Employees Go Naked

Lush employees all over the city dropped trou today in support of their company.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 3:25 PM
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Denver Dispatch: Will.I.Am on McCain, MuseDenver Dispatch: Will.I.Am on McCain, Muse

‘And, you know what, I would like to overcome that kind of stuff. That’s beyond inspirational. That’s triumph. He is an inspiring guy.’

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The new, unmistakable Audi Q5

Introducing the new Audi Q5: Performance, luxury and functionality meet unmistakable design. With features like piercing LED lighting, a distinctive front grille and quattro® all-wheel drive, you no longer have to compromise when it comes to crossovers.

  • Posted 8/27/08 at 3:00 PM
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I.M. Pei to Appear in ChinatownI.M. Pei to Appear in Chinatown

The reclusive architect will show up at the reopening of the Museum of Chinese in America, the ‘pop-up park’ gets another month in Brooklyn Heights, and a pretty new footpath uptown on the High Bridge doesn’t mean you still can’t find drugs in the park! All in today's boroughs report.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 2:15 PM
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Sundered: Michael Bolton and Nicollette SheridanSundered: Michael Bolton and Nicollette Sheridan

The musician and actress have ended their multiyear romance. Why, God, why?

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 1:40 PM
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Staten Island Teen Has Drinking Problem, InfinitiStaten Island Teen Has Drinking Problem, Infiniti

A slice-of-life story, courtesy of the crime log.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 1:10 PM
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Denver Dispatch: ‘Newsweek’ Throws DNC’s Top Party, With Sean Penn and ... Walter IsaacsonDenver Dispatch: ‘Newsweek’ Throws DNC’s Top Party, With Sean Penn and ... Walter Isaacson

Cameron Crowe told J.J. Abrams that it brought back memories of being with Led Zeppelin on tour.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 12:53 PM
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The First Five Minutes of the ‘Gossip Girl’ Season Premiere!The First Five Minutes of the ‘Gossip Girl’ Season Premiere!

In a short time we learn that Chuck is a ho, Nate is a ho, Dan is a ho, and Serena wears satin on the beach. This is going to be phenomenal.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 12:05 PM
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Fannie and Freddie Get Some Good News

The mortgage giants have seen their largest profits in ten years. Plus, who buys a friend a $3 million apartment, and who wants a truck depot in Soho?

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 11:45 AM
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Denver Dispatch: Fred Armisen Does Not Want a Massage Courtesy of Arianna HuffingtonDenver Dispatch: Fred Armisen Does Not Want a Massage Courtesy of Arianna Huffington

“I have an inability to relax,” Armisen says.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 11:30 AM
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Will Talking to the ‘Observer’ Make Analyst Tommy Kim Unemployable?Will Talking to the ‘Observer’ Make Analyst Tommy Kim Unemployable?

People who work in finance are always skittish about publicity — but not Tommy Kim, a.k.a. D.J. Twix.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 11:00 AM
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To Many, Hillary Clinton Left Much UnsaidTo Many, Hillary Clinton Left Much Unsaid

There was nothing about Obama’s readiness to be president, and almost nothing about him on a personal level.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 10:30 AM
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Matthew McConaughey’s Mom Sexed His Dad to DeathMatthew McConaughey’s Mom Sexed His Dad to Death

In today's gossip rundown, the actor’s 78-year-old mother reveals a little TMI in a new memoir, plus, celebrities descend on Denver, though the Obama campaign would prefer they didn’t.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 10:23 AM
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Waldman on Gloria Allred, Angry Clintonites, and the Jockeying for Hillary SignsWaldman on Gloria Allred, Angry Clintonites, and the Jockeying for Hillary Signs

Allred couldn’t keep the tape over her mouth for very long.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 10:15 AM
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Someone Stole Chace Crawford’s Pretty FaceSomeone Stole Chace Crawford’s Pretty Face

A dating Website used the actor’s holy image to advertise, without his permission!

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 9:40 AM
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Best Speech of Hillary Clinton’s Career Caps Genuinely Exciting DNC NightBest Speech of Hillary Clinton’s Career Caps Genuinely Exciting DNC Night

On day two of their convention, Democrats finally got some red meat.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 9:30 AM
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Gay Couples Choose the Bronx, for Some ReasonGay Couples Choose the Bronx, for Some Reason

The majority of gay couples with children are living up north.

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 9:10 AM
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Denver Dispatch: David Brooks’s Avant-Garde FashionDenver Dispatch: David Brooks’s Avant-Garde Fashion

We caught up with the conservative columnist, who’s been looking rather dapper lately. So why won’t his daughter and his mother support his snazzy sartorial choices?

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  • Posted 8/27/08 at 9:00 AM
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Michael Phelps Scored $1.6 Million Book DealMichael Phelps Scored $1.6 Million Book Deal

Great! Except, wait, what’s the genre?

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