Roosevelt Island, that sleepy urban outpost between Queens and Manhattan, hides a brilliant swimming pool that looks like it leapt from the set of one of Nicki Minaj’s music videos.

Access to the pool is available via monthly or seasonal membership. All summer club rates start at $550 for Roosevelt Island residents and $1100 for non-residents. Monthly membership is $400 for ...

NEW YORK -- High above the East River, the Roosevelt Island Tramway is becoming a high priority tourist attraction. But locals are starting to get fed up and fight back. The moment the doors open ...