Daredevils climb antenna at top of Empire State Building, get engaged
Two Russian 'roof-toppers' were arrested after scaling the Empire State Building to unfurl a pro-peace banner and stage a marriage proposal. The stunt caused street closures in Manhattan during a severe heatwave.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the risks of extreme social media stunts and the security challenges posed by high-profile landmarks.
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The article reports the event factually without taking a stance on the activists' motives or the police response.
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