Love, Protest, and the Empire State | Toronto News

Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

A couple turned love into a literal high-stakes spectacle, scaling the Empire State Building’s antenna during a scorching NYC heatwave—complete with an engagement ring and a protest banner declaring, “When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace.” Masked and undeterred, they bypassed security and climbed to the top, sparking a 911 frenzy. The NYPD arrested them without incident, and while charges are pending, insiders point to Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus—the infamous “Skywalkers” from the Netflix docusera—known for their globe-trotting, gear-free climbs. Their…