The Hidden Purpose of the Empire State Building’s Soaring Spire

The iconic spire of the New York City landmark was originally intended for something far more futuristic and purposeful.

Who climbed the Empire State Building? Here's what we know.

The two people taken into custody for climbing New York City's Empire State Building where they apparently got engaged have been identified as Ivan Kuznetsov, 32, and Angela Nikolau, 33.

Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus Have a Long History of Illegally Climbing Skyscrapers. They Just Scaled the Empire State Building.

Netflix 'Skywalkers' daredevils Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus were arrested after a high-altitude marriage proposal atop the Empire State Building spire.
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Empire State Building continues to captivate climbers and dreamers

New York City has long drawn people to its most recognizable skyline landmark, where the Empire State Building stands as both ...
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Glenn Kurtz Tells the Stories of the Workers Who Constructed the Empire State Building

The Empire State Building opened in New York City 95 years ago today, May 1, which also marks the launch of our latest issue with its special project section focused on tall buildings. The Midtown ...

Internet erupts after new supertall blocks Empire State Building view

New York’s latest super-tall skyscraper is blocking one of the city’s most iconic views - An 860-foot luxury apartment building is the latest ‘pencil’ to be added to New York City’s skyline and while ...

Daredevil Couple Arrested After Climbing the Empire State Building: What We Know

The New York landmark has a history of being scaled illegally—and legally.