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Alcatraz became famous as a prison. It stayed famous as a myth. And now, more than 60 years after the last inmate left, that myth is powerful enough that President Donald Trump wants to turn it back into a prison. For 29 years, from 1934 to 1963, Alcatraz served as America’s most notorious federal penitentiary. … Read more
A beloved haven for outdoor enthusiasts is going toes up. REI’s flagship Soho store, located within the sprawling Puck Building at Lafayette Street and Houston, will officially close its doors on July 23, according to Crain’s New York. The soon-to-be shuttered Soho location is the only REI store within the city limits of New York. … Read more
Southern California residents have a ticket to ride — all the way to the coast and back, just in time for summer. A seasonal Beach Bus service connecting Antelope Valley to Santa Monica officially returned on Monday, giving residents in Palmdale and Lancaster a cheap escape from the high desert heat for less than the … Read more
That’s doggone wild. A dog born with a spare penis had to undergo emergency surgery to relieve him of his sex-tra appendage so it wouldn’t encumber him. “I’ve never seen this condition before,” the surgeon, Dr. Lauren McNamara, wrote in a viral Instagram post last week. The extra-endowed canine, fittingly named Willy Wonka, had reportedly been handed … Read more
Forget the Mickey bars and churro stands — one woman decided to go full fairy tale to celebrate her 40th birthday. Digital creator Toree McGee went viral after sharing her experience splurging $18,000 on Disneyland’s luxe, velvet-rope dining secret: 21 Royal, the private suite tucked above New Orleans Square, perched just over the Pirates of … Read more
One and done? Pharma giant Eli Lilly announced Monday that its gene-editing therapy can reduce LDL (“bad”) cholesterol by up to 62% with a single infusion. Not only was the experimental treatment successful, but the results were still apparent in some participants 18 months after they received the dose. VERVE-102 may be a revolutionary treatment … Read more
Brooke Rose captured a candid moment of some of the Knicks’ WAGs, and diehard fan, Timothée Chalamet, after the New York’s Eastern Conference finals sweep of the Cavaliers on Monday night. Taking to her Instagram Story, Brooke, who is the daughter of Knicks president Leon Rose, shared a photo of Ali Brunson, Shannon Hart and … Read more
Whether you want to book a ride on Blade, a private yacht, an elite nanny, a new ‘do or a portable sauna, we’ve got your elite secrets to flying high in the Hamptons this summer. Wandering saunas Bunji Box Sauna will deliver a barrel full of dry heat directly to your East End doorstop. Sammy … Read more
NYC SECOND CHANCE RESCUE’S CONCERT FOR A CAUSE Aug. 7 at 900 Lumber Lane, Bridgehampton Benefiting: NYC Second Chance Rescue, focusing on large dog breeds and animals in need ofcritical careThe big deal: This is a party for guests who like their glamour with a lifesaving mission. The rescue takes on cases shelters can’t, saving more … Read more
Another Hamptons season is here and it smells good. Across the East End, restaurants — both casual and clubby — are making their summer debuts and adding flavor to the long established mix of restaurants, cafes and bars that are the South Fork’s social hubs. Dig into a “Mac Attack” burger with a “cotton candy” … Read more
A new innovation is being tested at Chipotle Mexican Grill, and fans are already begging for it to be available nationwide. The fast-food chain is testing crispy chicken as a brand-new menu item at select locations in California, including Tustin, a city in Orange County, fans confirmed online. The protein option features breaded hand-cut chicken … Read more
At seafood counters across the country, grocery shoppers are often confronted with a choice: Should they buy wild-caught or farm-raised fish? Wild-caught fish is often seen as the premium choice, while farm-raised seafood is generally more affordable and accessible. Some proponents of wild-caught fish claim that farm-raised fish is of a lower quality and worse for the environment, … Read more
Americans love cheese, and many see it as a good source of protein, according to a new survey. With 52% self-identifying as “cheese-obsessed” in the poll, Americans’ love of cheese is well established, but new research suggests it’s playing an even bigger role in how people think about food today. The survey of 5,000 Americans … Read more
DIY Popeyes is here. Craving Popeyes but can’t get to a restaurant? Now you can head to your local grocery store to satisfy that craving. The beloved Louisiana-style fried chicken chain is expanding its retail presence with two different styles of boxed biscuit mixes — including one you can’t actually get at their store locations. … Read more
Don’t disrupt your flow state. Periods are rarely pleasant, but there are some simple things that can make Aunt Flo’s visit worse, according to one health expert. All it takes to make that time of the month more manageable are four simple lifestyle switches. An OB-GYN shares four common mistakes women make that can make … Read more
Welcome to the newest MTA magic trick: traveling to Manhattan by first heading farther away from it. It wouldn’t be NYC without some major, rather frustrating, subway issues. More recently, frustrated Brooklyn straphangers are sounding off after the Manhattan-bound J train started skipping several Brooklyn stops during weekday midday hours — forcing some riders into … Read more
The city once dubbed America’s meth capital is apparently becoming surprising wholesome. Fresno was once called “The City Addicted to Crystal Meth” in a 2009 BBC documentary — but now, somehow, it’s apparently one of the better places to raise a family in the United States. The much-maligned Central Valley metro — which also recently landed on … Read more
Summer in New York City took on a whole new meaning when the Knicks reached the 2026 NBA Finals. After completing a four-game sweep of the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals on Monday night, the Knicks brought the NBA Finals back to Madison Square Garden for the first time since 1999. The Knicks have … Read more
A male runner thought he was just practicing standard “runner solidarity” when he flashed a friendly smile and a wave at passing joggers. But the seemingly innocent act has sparked a fierce debate online, exposing a much larger problem with women’s safety and the exhausting mental gymnastics they practice just to exercise and even exist … Read more
It’s like having an off-leash dog. In an effort to stay authentic to who she is while in a loving nine-year marriage, Karla Houston, 34, freely embarks on sexual escapades, while her husband remains monogamous. The one-sided open relationship, more formally known as a mono-poly relationship, is an unconventional dynamic that works for the California … Read more