You’re about to be schooled on seriously high prices. A new analysis has revealed the astronomical amount of money needed to live in America’s top school districts, with a household income of more than half a million dollars required to be comfortable in two highly sought-after areas. GOBankingRates took Niche.com’s “2025 Best School Districts in … Read more
Las Vegas servers say they’re feeling the heat as high prices and declining tourism hammer their tip earnings across the Strip. Tipping in Sin City is reportedly down by as much as 50% among servers, as some of them blame the economy and policy while others point to high prices, a tipping backlash and poor … Read more
NYC’s corner markets are cornering the market — on haute cuisine. As the cost of dining out in the Big Apple spirals higher, eating well without breaking the bank could be as simple as visiting your nearest bodega. The city’s humble bazaars are increasingly perceived as epicurean pioneers — with gourmands and social media influencers clamoring for … Read more
Look at those melons! Japanese crown melons are known throughout the agricultural world as “the king of fruits,” and Asian supermarket HMart’s Upper West Side location is running a special on them: $130 apiece, marked down from $160. Hurry, because on Thursday the store at 210 Amsterdam Ave. had just four left. The muskmelons — … Read more
That’s one glam gulp. Flashing cash is a way of life in The Hamptons, but there’s a new, over-the-top way to show off your wealth this summer — by sipping on an $8,000 martini dripping with diamonds. Luxe libation lovers not looking to hide their shine are heading to Sag Harbor’s DOPO La Spiaggia to try … Read more
What will life be like in 2065? We might all be renting, consulting AI doctors and retirement homes could be digital. Those are some of the bold predictions to emerge from a survey of 2,000 Americans which examined the generational predictions for what might come to be in the next 40 years. Results showed 48% … Read more
DeMarcus Cousins apologized to fans after he brawled with multiple spectators during Monday’s game in the Puerto Rican professional basketball league. The four-time NBA All-Star, who played for the Mets de Guaynabo in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional league, shared a message on his Instagram Story after he was suspended for the rest of the season … Read more
The food might be fast, but the payoff can be slow. While fast food used to be a sure way to get a cheap eat, it is increasingly getting more expensive — sometimes costing a good chunk of your paycheck. A new study from WalletHub determined which states spend the greatest percentage of their income … Read more
These high schoolers are getting a lesson in luxury. College hopefuls will soon be able to tour universities like rockstars — zipping between campuses on a private jet, crashing in five-star hotels, and wining and dining their way to a decision. For a mind-boggling, all-inclusive $300,000, the college admissions consultancy group IvyWise will whisk away … Read more
When entering one of New York’s many cocktail cathedrals — say the King Cole or Bemelmans — it’s likely the icy, textbook martini is shaken the same way it was when your great-granddad gargled them. But if you’re starting to think “this certainly is a lot of liquor,” and “Wow, there’s a whole sidecar more … Read more
This is one swanky sláinte. Last month, Bushmills, the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery, released its limited edition, 46-year-old whiskey — billed as the oldest Irish single-malt ever sold. The mahogany sipper, hailing from County Antrim, Northern Ireland, also sports one hefty price tag for New Yorkers not worried about the volatile market and hoping for … Read more
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced wide-ranging cutbacks at federal health agencies, including the Food and Drug Administration, that would eliminate duplicative services and paper pushers. But in interviews with more than a dozen current and former F.D.A. staff members, a different picture emerged of the far-reaching effects of the layoffs that would ultimately … Read more
Eat now — pay later. DoorDash is partnering with Klarna — the buy now, pay later company — to offer customers the opportunity to finance their food and other retail purchases. In the coming months, when customers check out, they will be able to choose a payment option when purchasing groceries, other retail goods and … Read more
A content creator in England forked out £265 – which equates to about $340 in US dollars – on a single cup of coffee, then shared his true feelings about it on social media. Carmie Sellitto, 26, was in London when he stumbled upon a luxury coffee shop, as news agency SWNS reported. Sellitto expected an expensive … Read more
America should not run on fast food. A recent ranking from Eat This, Not That shared the least healthy menu items — ranked from bad to worst — from some of your favorite fast food chains that you should steer clear of. Some honorable mentions include the fried rice side from Panda Express and the … Read more
Tipping and children’s birthday parties are among the most arduous parts of life for many American adults. But those two things combined? That’s a new nightmare. In a viral video posted to Instagram, baker Victoria Perry explained that attendees at kids’ parties are now expected to leave a cash gratuity — and “if you’re not … Read more
Chipotle Mexican Grill said Wednesday it has raised menu prices by about 2%, as the burrito chain counters higher input costs in the midst of a choppy demand environment for restaurants in the US. Shares jumped 5% to $63.99. The stock is up 42% this year. Key ingredients such as dairy, beef and avocado have been costlier … Read more
James Van Der Beek is doing his part to make cancer treatment more affordable for himself and others. The 47-year-old actor, who revealed his colorectal cancer diagnosis last month, announced over the weekend that he’s selling merch from his 1999 movie “Varsity Blues” to raise money for cancer treatment costs, including his own. Van Der … Read more
Want to sample the world’s most expensive Michelin-starred tasting menu? First, take off your shoes —and sit down on the floor. Guests hoping to dine at the one-star Ginza Kitafuku in Tokyo will have to adhere to house rules before paying $2,130 per head for the restaurant’s costliest meal — composed entirely of a kind … Read more
Body check! LeBron James, who turns 40 next month, reportedly drops $1.5 million annually to keep his body in tip-top shape. The Lakers superstar wouldn’t confirm or deny the $1.5 million figure — initially shared by sportswriter Bill Simmons in 2016 — in Netflix’s new docuseries “Starting 5.” LeBron James, who turns 40 next month, … Read more