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The most popular names for dogs in the city aren't surprising, but you likely won't guess the top names. (Localize.city)

How to do well this holiday season. (Curbed)

The bail experiment carried out by Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights is complete. The group paid $1.2 million to bail 105 women and teenagers. Of the 90 who had scheduled court appearances, only two failed to show up to court. (NY Times)

Where to buy vinyl in Brooklyn on Record Store Day. (Brownstoner)

28 things to be thankful for when living in NYC. (StreetEasy)

A look back at the history of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade from the photo archives of The New York Times.

Reminder: The MTA's Holiday Nostalgia Trains start rolling this weekend. (amNY)

The case for why you should not volunteer at a soup kitchen on Thanksgiving. (Lifehacker)

24 organizations that always need volunteers, year round. (Thrillist)

A guide to NYC's independent bookstores. (amNY)

50 ways to make NYC a better place. (Curbed)

Photos from the balloon inflation on Wednesday. (Untapped Cities)

The best Chinese food in 32 neighborhoods. (Thrillist)

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