From $30K suites to $1M packages, luxury World Cup options abound in New York City

From K suites to M packages, luxury World Cup options abound in New York City

New York City’s luxury proprietors have come up with some jaw-dropping options for people who really want to splash out on the World Cup. A special booking for six people for six days at the posh Mark Hotel on the Upper East Side comes with a penthouse suite, access to a private roof – and … Read more

Iconic NYC deli unveils long-hidden private dining room — now renovated after decades of disuse

Iconic NYC deli unveils long-hidden private dining room — now renovated after decades of disuse

Katz’s Deli, New York’s oldest Jewish deli and living monument, has reopened a hidden piece of history, adding to its centuries-long influence on the minds and stomachs of New Yorkers. For the first time in nearly eight decades, the iconic Lower East Side institution has unveiled The Ludlow Room, a restored 68-seat dining room that … Read more

Eli Manning, soccer groupie? Giants legend boosts World Cup fandom — and predicts ‘long shot’ to take trophy: ‘You just need a magic play’   

Eli Manning, soccer groupie? Giants legend boosts World Cup fandom — and predicts ‘long shot’ to take trophy: ‘You just need a magic play’   

“I’ve been a part of some long shots before, and it worked out,” said Manning, who helped the Giants to a 17-14 upset over the New England Patriots at Super Bowl XLII in 2008. Source link #Eli #Manning #soccer #groupie #Giants #legend #boosts #World #Cup #fandom #predicts #long #shot #trophy #justneed #amagic #play

California hubs among the most affordable World Cup cities — yes, you read that right

California hubs among the most affordable World Cup cities — yes, you read that right

Soccer fans hoping to catch the world’s biggest tournament without blowing their budget may want to look south of the border — or at least skip Atlanta. Guadalajara, Mexico, was ranked the most affordable host city for the 2026 World Cup, with an average three-night trip cost of $856 per person, according to a Skyscanner report … Read more

Walmart shopper accuses store of ‘theft’ at the checkout: ‘This isn’t a glitch’

Walmart shopper accuses store of ‘theft’ at the checkout: ‘This isn’t a glitch’

Sometimes pennywise shopping still comes at a high cost.  Walmart, widely revered for its rollback prices and bargain basement deals, is currently at the eye of the internet’s ire as irate whistleblowers are accusing the company of “stealing” customer funds via “false advertising” and dynamic pricing inflation.    “Walmart is actively stealing from customers by … Read more

It’s war in the Hamptons as Montauk locals rally against Cali hotelier over Surf Lodge rival

It’s war in the Hamptons as Montauk locals rally against Cali hotelier over Surf Lodge rival

A California hotelier is riding a wave of backlash in Montauk. Locals are petitioning the East Hampton Town Planning Board to stop construction of Este, a two-story restaurant with rooftop access, claiming developers pulled a bait-and-switch — submitting permit approvals for a “casual restaurant” they fear will turn into a rowdy nightclub. “Este restaurant was … Read more

Bougie LA seafood restaurant eviscerated online after being caught in massive lie

Bougie LA seafood restaurant eviscerated online after being caught in massive lie

The fallout is only getting worse for a trendy Venice seafood restaurant that stunned diners this week by publicly admitting it had lied about where its fish came from. Just days after California Department of Fish and Wildlife officials announced that operators of Dudley Market had agreed to pay more than $100,000 in penalties and … Read more

Exclusive | Meet the funeral director offering wild hot pink caskets and cheetah-printed urns to make death less serious

Exclusive | Meet the funeral director offering wild hot pink caskets and cheetah-printed urns to make death less serious

There’s nothing lighthearted, let alone fun or flashy, about death — but a flamingo-colored casket or a bowling pin-shaped urn suggests otherwise. A doom-and-gloom, Addams Family-esque funeral service is not what Dan Madden, a funeral director of 23 years who owns Ohio-based Stark Memorial Funeral Home, strives for. Instead, when mourners reluctantly step into his … Read more

Exclusive | The ‘Bible Diet’ is getting the weight-conscious holy, hot and healthy for summer 2026

Exclusive | The ‘Bible Diet’ is getting the weight-conscious holy, hot and healthy for summer 2026

They’re slimming their frames in Jesus’ name.  For the A-list likes of Oprah Winfrey and Andy Cohen, Ozempic and other anti-obesity shots have hit the spot. For controversial “Almond Moms” like supermodel-turned-reality TV star Yolanda Hadid, eating just a few nuts a day is the way.    But unlike the VIPs and their thin-by-any-means schemes, Kayla Bundy, … Read more

‘Dad next door’ exposed as vile mastermind behind hardcore deep fake porn site: documentary

‘Dad next door’ exposed as vile mastermind behind hardcore deep fake porn site: documentary

A 36-year-old pharmacist and dad of one has been exposed as the architect of one of the world’s biggest deep fake porn sites, according to a new documentary. David Do, who portrayed himself as a loving family man and pillar of his local Toronto community, was uncovered after a years long investigation by veteran tech … Read more

Domino’s Pizza fights battle of the bulge with possible menu changes

Domino’s Pizza fights battle of the bulge with possible menu changes

One of America’s largest pizza chains may introduce a protein-boosted pizza. The news came from a recent call with Sandeep Reddy, Domino’s chief financial officer, according to Yahoo Finance’s executive editor Brian Sozzi. The idea was floated by analysts from Bernstein, a New York-based investment research firm, after discussions with the CFO, who did not disclose any … Read more

Dear Abby: My son’s controlling wife is destroying our family

Dear Abby: My son’s controlling wife is destroying our family

DEAR ABBY: We helped our eldest son, who is 35 and an engineer, buy a house five miles from us. A woman his friend introduced him to moved in with him a few years later. Against our advice, he married her last year. Her personality has always been difficult, noncollaborative, selfish and demanding. They now … Read more

California universities dominate the most selective universities list — SoCal school takes the top spot

California universities dominate the most selective universities list — SoCal school takes the top spot

A Southern California university has been crowned the hardest college to get into in America, with several other California schools also landing spots among the nation’s most selective campuses. The California Institute of Technology, better known as Caltech, in Pasadena, topped Business Insider’s list of the 35 hardest colleges to get into in the U.S. … Read more

Insane bidding war breaks out over provocative piece of Marilyn Monroe underwear

Insane bidding war breaks out over provocative piece of Marilyn Monroe underwear

A bidding war has broken out over Marilyn Monroe’s bra as punters splash out over $5,000 for the provocative piece. The item, a 36C brassiere dating from the 1950s, is up for auction on Thursday along with dozens of other items that belonged to the Hollywood legend. The starting bid was just $25 but it … Read more

Walmart recalls 165K children’s dressers over ‘serious’ injury or death risk

Walmart recalls 165K children’s dressers over ‘serious’ injury or death risk

A Walmart dresser is coming apart at the seams after a recall affecting thousands of units. The Mainstays 9-Drawer Fabric dresser has been recalled after 165,000 units were found to be a tip-over hazard for children. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recalled Mainstay dressers are unstable if not anchored to the wall … Read more

5 questions with La Goulue restaurateur Anthony Punnett

5 questions with La Goulue restaurateur Anthony Punnett

Last season, you and your business partner, Joseph DeCristofaro, brought storied NYC restaurant La Goulue to the East End as a pop-up. Now, La Goulue Sur Mer is back for the full summer season in Southampton. What’s the vibe? My parents, who grew up in France, were very into the French restaurants on the Upper … Read more

Montauk Yacht Club unveils new dining and delights, including a floating spa

Montauk Yacht Club unveils new dining and delights, including a floating spa

Perched on Star Island Road, at the far eastern end of Long Island, sits the iconic Montauk Yacht Club. The 106-room hotel — which originally opened in 1929 and counted Astors, Whitneys and Vanderbilts as members — has always had a lot to offer: a private beach with stand-up paddleboards, two outdoor pools (one for … Read more

They made six figures on prediction markets with these really random bets

They made six figures on prediction markets with these really random bets

The bets just keep on coming.  Prediction markets continue to surge in popularity. On Kalshi and Polymarket, the two most popular prediction markets in America (and America’s news-cycle), total trading volume surpassed $24 billion in April 2026, up from about $1.8 billion a year prior, according to analysis from The Block.  Kalshi is a prediction … Read more

Iconic 1978 rollercoaster finally set to reopen after 4-year closure in Southern California

Iconic 1978 rollercoaster finally set to reopen after 4-year closure in Southern California

After four long years of delays, false starts and endless speculation, one of Southern California’s most beloved thrill rides is finally making its comeback at Knott’s Berry Farm. The amusement park confirmed to the OC Register that the reimagined Montezooma’s Revenge rollercoaster will reopen this summer following a lengthy renovation project. Originally opened in 1978, … Read more

Americans are suspicious that software updates make their electronic devices worse: research

Americans are suspicious that software updates make their electronic devices worse: research

A majority of Americans believe software updates are making their devices worse, not better, according to new research. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found a majority (54 percent) believe it’s done to push them towards premium features or device upgrades. And just as many (55 percent) believe updates are designed to only make sense … Read more