It went from a fairy tale to a fiasco. Numerous brides who had booked six-figure weddings at New York City’s legendary — and ultra-luxury — Plaza Hotel have been left scrambling to find altar-nate venues after the bombshell announcement that it was closing in January for at least four years. Christine Carney, whose costly May … Read more
Turns out, it takes more than a municipal plumbing disaster to wash away West Hollywood‘s favorite morning routine. After a catastrophic water main break on Sunset Boulevard in July turned Holloway Drive into a churning river and buried Dialog Cafe under feet of mud and debris, it looks like the cherished community hotspot may have … Read more
They’re hanging on by a thread. A cliffside wedding venue and restaurant in Pismo Beach is shutting down after a bitter court battle between the property owners and the venue’s owners revealed concerns that the picturesque property may slide into the ocean, according to the Fresno Bee. Ventana Grill confirmed last week that they will … Read more
Shortly after the legendary hotspot announced it was being forced out of its longtime home after nearly 30 years, Crustacean Beverly Hills has scored an eleventh-hour reprieve that will keep the garlic noodles flowing a little bit longer. The Vietnamese-fusion eatery announced it will remain at its North Bedford Drive location through Oct. 31, after … Read more
A beloved Orange County bakery that has been serving customers for decades is closing its doors. French’s Pastry Bakery announced it will permanently close its Orange location on June 28, and devastated customers are already mourning the loss. The bakery broke the news over the weekend. “Good morning, Orange County,” they said in an emotional … Read more
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
Visitors to the Getty Center are about to say goodbye to the museum’s familiar arrival routine, and hello to a dramatic new front door designed to completely transform the way millions of people experience one of LA’s most iconic cultural landmarks. The Getty Center has unveiled fresh details about a sweeping modernization project that will … Read more
After Spirit Airlines shuttered, some small towns were hit particularly hard — leaving at least one airport with an empty flight schedule. The budget airline ceased operations after 34 years on May 2, 2026, and while many travelers were left scrambling to get new flights, one small airport has been left with no commercial service … Read more
Fans of Walt Disney World are in for a wild ride. As construction for the upcoming Piston Peak National Park at the Florida theme park ramps up, much of Frontierland in Magic Kingdom is slowly being replaced — and fans aren’t thrilled. Popular Disney Blog Inside the Magic reported that large sections of the area … Read more
It’s last call at a beloved bar at one of Downtown Santa Monica’s best-known corners — the latest high-profile fatality in an ongoing apocalypse turning the commercial core of the upscale beachside burg into a graveyard of empty storefronts. The Misfit Bar and Restaurant, a softly-lit gastropub inside the city’s historic Clock Tower building, will … Read more
As the fifth week of the government shutdown comes to a close, a shortage of air traffic controllers has led one major airport to cancel all landings. Thousands of flights have been delayed due to staffing shortages amid the government shutdown — and Orlando International Airport (MCO) came close to canceling all landings. The Federal … Read more
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Reports of his SiriusXM show’s impending end have allegedly re-energized radio icon Howard Stern, who insiders say wants to prove he’s still one of the best interviewers around. “He’s in a bring-it-on mind frame,” the source said, adding the self-described “King of All Media,” whose $500 million contract runs out in mere months, is considering … Read more
The future looks grim for some Disney-horror fans — but not for long. The Anaheim, California, amusement park, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary, is putting a pause on the beloved Haunted Mansion ride, based on the 2003 film. Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion is temporarily closing to get ready for Halloween. MediaNews Group via Getty Images … Read more
Mouseheads may forgive — but they don’t forget. Disney World execs recently had fans fuming over the unwelcome news that the Magic Kingdom would be losing three iconic attractions — but some theme park junkies appear to be still getting over a closure that took place more than a decade ago. Aficionados of America’s marquee amusement park … Read more
A popular fast-food chain in Japan will shut down for several days following reports of rat-infested miso soup. Sukiya, the country’s biggest beef bowl chain, said it would cease operations Monday at roughly 2,000 locations nationwide for four days starting in a statement posted on their website Saturday. The company, which is owned by dining … Read more
The owner of a world-famous Airbnb with a 25-foot shark sticking out of the roof has hit out at a local decision to enforce its closure. UK resident Dr. Magnus Hanson-Heine has lost a planning appeal from Oxford Council to ban the use of short-let accommodation for the quirky property known as the Shark House. … Read more
Cue the chaos and the closure. A full bull moon lunar eclipse in Taurus is on the rise. The moon will reach peak illumination at 4:24 P.M. EST on Saturday, October 28 and the partial eclipse will be visible over much of Africa, the Middle East and Asia, but will only be observable in the … Read more
Cheryl Burke and Maks Chmerkovskiy have moved forward from their rocky past, but one incident still stings a bit. Burke, 39, recently recalled being fat-shamed by the Ukraine native, 43, and fellow pro Louis van Amstel during the heyday of “Dancing With the Stars.” “He apologized years ago when this whole thing happened. He apologized … Read more