You can “Rock and Roll All Nite” with Gene Simmons — but it’ll cost you. The Kiss frontman, 75, is giving fans the opportunity to be his personal assistant and band roadie for over $12K. Hawking the job as “the ultimate Gene Simmons experience” on his website, the rocker promises you’ll “be on the GS … Read more
The highest-grossing show on Broadway last week wasn’t any of the big dogs: “Wicked,” “The Lion King” or “Hamilton.” No. 1 wasn’t even a musical. The winner was “Othello” starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, which sold a mammoth $2.63 million in tickets last week over just seven performances. Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal’s play … Read more
These airline fees are soaring. Another major air carrier will be implementing an extra charge for carry-on bags, as the cost of checked baggage climbs. Beginning in January, Air Canada will be charging basic-economy travelers an extra fee for bringing abroad carry-on luggage larger than a handbag or small backpack. The fee will pertain to … Read more
Put them on the naughty list. A ritzy Los Angeles shopping mall has local moms and dads’ chestnuts roasting on an open fire this Christmas — forcing them to spend up to $165 for their kids’ obligatory visits with Santa Claus. In the latest example of inflation-era holiday sticker shock, the tony Westfield at Century … Read more
Pimp my side. New York foodies with money to burn are transferring from the gravy train to the cranberry carriage this Thanksgiving, stopping at Old Homestead Steakhouse in Manhattan’s tony Meatpacking District to sample what’s being called “the world’s most expensive” sauce — which costs an arm and a turkey leg at nearly $200 per dollop. … Read more
LONDON — British prosecutors say they have been given a file of evidence from police about alleged sexual offenses by comedian Russell Brand and are considering whether to charge him. The Crown Prosecution Service said late Saturday that “we have been passed a file by the police to consider a charging decision in this case. Any decision … Read more
Parents with older kids warned me: “Just wait — soon you will be an Uber driver for your kids.” They were right. And it’s driving me (pardon the pun), crazy. While yes, as a driver, I am a five-star, my kids are not! They aren’t concerned about their passenger rating. If I were to rate … Read more
It’s the spice that comes at a price. Every year, Americans eagerly await pumpkin spice season, but it turns out they’re often shelling out far more money for the beloved fall flavor. A study by LendingTree has uncovered the “pumpkin spice tax,” revealing that pumpkin-flavored products cost an average of 7.4% more than non-pumpkin alternatives … Read more
No fireworks? No problem. Some of the swankiest bars in Brooklyn and Queens are holding onto the hope of a glimpse at the annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show — and charging a pretty penny for it — despite the event moving from the East River to the Hudson River for the first time … Read more
The NFL’s Christmas Day games may have a new home, but prices for commercial slots aren’t budging much. According to Bill Bradley of ADWEEK, the five ad packages for pro football’s Christmas games on Netflix will each cost at least $5 million. The packages are categorized by pre-game, halftime, in-game feature No. 1, in-game feature … Read more
They want it gone-dola. Venice began charging day trippers a 5 euro ($5.36) entry fee this week, reportedly in order to protect the UNESCO World Heritage Site from the adverse effects of over-tourism — but weary locals say the measure is just a drop in the bucket, and could end up sinking the struggling city. Angry … Read more
Even six-year-olds have rent anxiety now. Three elementary school-aged kids are learning how to manage money early on in life — all thanks to their millennial mom, who charges them a pint-sized share of the household living expenses. Some experts say she’s got the right idea. Samantha Bird’s children — ages 6, 8 and 9 — … Read more
FOMO? No mo’! Fears of missing out on the cutthroat Stanley cup craze can now be quenched — well, for a small fee. Cunning Facebookers are now selling $150, non-refundable selfies with their 40-ounce tumblers to thirsty fans who can’t afford the smoking hot commodity, which can come with a price tag upwards of $300 … Read more
These newlyweds wanted to have their wedding cake and eat it too. An anonymous bride and groom earned a takedown in the Facebook group That’s It, I’m Wedding Shaming after sending invitations to their nuptials with a shocking request for their guests, per a Tyla.com report. The pair were called out for reportedly asking their … Read more
Don’t let the juice loose. The person behind the @travelpiratesus.io account on TikTok recently warned jetsetters to avoid airport charging stations because they are a cybersecurity risk. In the 34-second resurfaced clip posted on TikTok, the travel guru explains the dangers behind the airport charging hub. “Do not put your phone in those, do not charge your phone there. … Read more
For this bride-to-be, her wedding day will double as a payday. An engaged woman has been dubbed “cheap and tacky” for charging family and friends a minimum fee of $65 to attend her nuptials. The anonymous bride’s billing strategy was revealed by an irate attendee who took to Reddit to ask whether it was wrong … Read more
Tesla on Thursday published prices for its long-delayed Cybertruck electric pickup, starting at $60,990 for the lowest cost variant, over 50% more than what CEO Elon Musk had touted in 2019. Musk drove a Cybertruck onto a stage to cheers from the crowd and later handed keys to about a dozen customers at an event in Austin, Texas. The Cybertruck has a … Read more
A mother dubbed “Britain’s most hated woman” — who once skipped buying gifts for her kids to spend $10,000 on cosmetic procedures — is back in the spotlight. Source link #Mom #charging #family #Christmas #dinner #profit
A ritzy Brisbane, Australia restaurant has gone viral for its “eye wateringly expensive”, caviar-topped lasagna that will set you back nearly $50 a serving Celebrity chef Gillian Hirst first invented her famously Australian take on the Italian classic in 1992, when a staggering 400 portions per week of sand crab lasagna were served to ecstatic … Read more
There’s no friends and family deal at this royal inn. King Charles III is “miffed” at his son, Prince William, after the 74-year-old ruler was informed he would have to shell out a hunk of cash to stay at the family’s Welsh holiday home, according to a new report. The Prince of Wales, 41, plans … Read more