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A Timothée Chalamet look-alike competition is happening in NYC
The only thing better than a Timothée Chalamet sighting in NYC is an afternoon filled with Chalamet doppelgangers, which is exactly what’s going to happen at the end of this month when a Timothée Chalamet look-alike contest is set to take place by the Washington Square Park arch.
The winner of the October 27 contest, which will kick off at 1pm, will earn everlasting glory, of course, $50 in cash and the chance to take on an understudy or body fill-in role in the next Chalamet movie (full disclosure: we made this part up).
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may have to fly back to nyc for this watch this space pic.twitter.com/y6neM3Ncpm
— Anne Teefa (@lipbalmwhore) September 20, 2024
According to the event’s official invite, nearly 900 people have already RSVP’d yes to the competition and some have even uploaded photos of themselves, staking their virtual claim to the title.
Although some users (we’re talking to you, Sebastian) certainly resemble the 28-year-old Oscar-nominated actor, others clearly live in an alternate universe. But a guy can dream, right?
The comments section of the invite is chock-full of hilarious observations, a gift that keeps on giving.
“The address has hanged to my house, pls start showing up there guys,” Izzy wrote.
“Timothee call me by your name,” someone else commented, referencing one of Chalamet’s most iconic films.
“Can’t wait to meet my husband at this event,” yet another user noted. We’re giggling, sure, but we sort of feel the same?
Although the contest is not sanctioned by any sort of Chalamet-associated official party, it all sounds very New York and exactly what we need to remind us of the amazing things that only New Yorkers come up with.
In other Chalamet-related news, the actor has actually been spotted all around the Lower East Side in recent weeks, where he’s been filming his new movie, Marty Supreme, about ping-pong champion Marty Reisman. As passerby may have noticed, the area has been made to look like the neighborhood during the 1950s, complete with Jewish delis and old cars. Who knows? Walking around may bring you face-to-face with Chalamet himself … or one of his look-a-likes.
Are The New York Rangers On Their Way To A Stanley Cup At Last?
The New York Rangers are entering the 2024-25 NHL season with high hopes after a strong campaign last year. With a passionate fanbase and one of the league’s best goalies, Igor Shesterkin, the Rangers are looking to push deep into the playoffs and fight for the 2025 Stanley Cup. Manager Peter Laviolette enters his second year at the helm with high expectations.
Where do the Rangers play?
The Rangers play their home games at Madison Square Garden, right in the heart of New York City. Watching a game here is an exciting experience, and it’s one of the best venues in the NHL.
Who could lead the New York Rangers to the Stanley Cup?
The New York Rangers have a solid roster filled with star talent to compete for a chance at the Stanley Cup. Artemi Panarin, a dynamic winger, leads the offense, while Adam Fox controls the blue line as one of the NHL’s top defensemen.
But the heart of the team is Igor Shesterkin, the elite goalie who consistently gives the Rangers a chance to win. Keep an eye on young players like Alexis Lafrenière, who is expected to have a breakout season.
Are the Rangers favorites to win the Stanley Cup?
Based on expert projections, the Rangers are almost certain to make the playoffs again. With Shesterkin’s incredible play and a strong supporting cast, they have the potential for another deep run.
Playing in NYC will be a tough time for any visiting team, and after the team and fans bonded last season in a way we haven’t seen in years, expect the Rangers to be one of the main protagonists of the NHL season.
What’s new for the Rangers in 2024?
The Rangers didn’t make huge roster changes, but the improvement of young stars like Braden Schneider and Lafrenière will be critical. Manager Peter Laviolette brought a fresh system last season, and now fans will hope for even better results. The New York Rangers last won the Stanley Cup in 1994, so fans are eager to see the Rangers succeed.
How to buy New York Rangers tickets?
Tickets can be purchased directly from the Rangers’ official website. Prices will vary depending on the opponent, with rivalry games and marquee matchups commanding higher prices.
If you’re not a hockey fan, now it’s a great time to get behind the New York Rangers. With an exciting roster and games at the iconic Madison Square Garden, they offer a fantastic sports experience for newcomers and seasoned fans alike.
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Avoid Thanksgiving Travel On These Days To Save Time & Money
After record-shattering travel volume at NYC airports during the 2023 holiday season, we’re preparing for another busy year. So if you’re looking to avoid as many crowds as possible or to save a few extra dollars on airfare, you’ll want to avoid traveling on certain days of Thanksgiving week.
Data shows that the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving, along with the following Sunday are the worst travel days during the Thanksgiving period.
Instead, people should aim to travel on the Saturday before (November 23rd), the Monday before (November 25th) or Thanksgiving day itself (November 28th). For departure flights, passengers should look to book Thanksgiving travel on either the Wednesday, Tuesday or Friday after Thanksgiving.
To illustrate this even further, U.S. security checkpoints saw a total of 2.9 million people on the Sunday after Thanksgiving last year, compared to just 1.5 million people on Thanksgiving day. With yearly trends showing the following Sunday to be one of the busiest travel days in the year, it’s expected to be no different this time around.
According to travel company, Hopper, Thanksgiving flights will be at their lowest in early October (specifically the second week)—so you should buy your tickets now! The average Thanksgiving airfare is currently $298 per round-trip ticket. However, if you have to wait to buy for any reason, at least Google Flights now pays you the difference if your booking drops in price prior to your departure date.
And though many Americans only receive the Thursday and Friday off of work, you’re best bet is to either take extra time off or work remotely to accommodate for better flight options. Overall the best practices to keep in mind when booking holiday travel is to be flexible and book in advance.
For those not leaving NYC for the holiday, you can find some of the most delicious Thanksgiving dinners here in the city.
If you’re wondering when you should buy your tickets for Christmas, Google says you should book your tickets in a few weeks.
In other news: REAL ID Deadline May Be Extended, Giving Travelers More Time
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NY Penn Station Plans To Double Train Service To NJ During Peak Hours
According to the most recent feasibility study, Amtrak, MTA and NJ Transit hope to increase Trans-Hudson train capacity at New York Penn Station—though it won’t be easy.
Expanding service capacity at New York Penn Station, as intended by the Gateway Program, would not only meet the demands of the region, but enhance reliability and support future cross-regional rail service.
The Gateway Program lays out a series of infrastructure improvements that would increase train capacity at Newark Penn Station and NYP, with a main focus to double passenger train service between New York and New Jersey.
Under the Gateway Program, Amtrak, MTA and NJ Transit seek to increase train service between NYC and NJ from 24 trains per hour to 48 trains per hour, during peak times within the Northeast Corridor (NEC). However, at this moment, New York Penn Station is already operating at its maximum capacity.
Therefore, the study took a look at four different concepts to double train capacity during peak hours and expand the Amtrak Empire Service, all without adding to the station’s current footprint. These potential concepts include everything from constructing 10 tracks beneath the existing station to a “Full Reconstruction” that would require the demolition of existing tracks and the creation of wider platforms.
Yet upon analysis, all four concepts proved infeasible—whether it was constructibility flaws, safety concerns or operational issues. Therefore, the next steps will be to determine new options for expanding the station’s physical footprint to meet the Gateway goal.
“This study demonstrates that to meet the needs of the region, we must expand the station beyond its existing footprint to deliver the passenger capacity promised by the Gateway program,” said Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner. “The feasibility study is part of a long-term collaboration between Amtrak, MTA, and NJ TRANSIT to seek ways to transform the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere into a modern, world-class facility with the capacity to provide 200,000 more passenger trips.”
“This detailed analysis lays the groundwork to how the region can work together to meet long-term capacity needs while also clearing the way for immediate improvements for the 600,000 daily customers in existing Penn Station,” echoed MTA Construction & Development President Jamie Torres-Springer.
You can find greater detail on the study and the Railroad Partners’ vision for New York Penn Station online.
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