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How Safe Are Helicopter Sightseeing Tours?

The F.A.A. allows many of these popular flights to operate under less stringent rules than other commercial aviation, opening the door to dangers like pilot fatigue.

By Christine Chung

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Herbert J. Gans, 97, Dies; Upended Myths on Urban and Suburban Life

A leading sociologist, he explored American society up close — living in a Levittown at one point — to gain insight into issues of race, class, the media and even the Yankees.

By Robert D. McFadden

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Does Bond No. 9’s “Greenpoint” Perfume Smell Like Gentrification?

When luxury condos and artisanal bakeries move into New York City neighborhoods, Bond No. 9 sometimes follows.

By Andrew Zucker

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Bunnies, Bonnets, Brights and Blooms at New York’s Easter Parade

Time for revelry, and a celebration of spring, on a Sunday in the city.

By Simbarashe Cha