A fifth of Americans feel like they have never experienced “luxury,” according to new research. The survey of 2,000 general population Americans asked respondents about their experience with luxury, especially when it comes to travel, and revealed 17% have never experienced something luxurious. But just because they haven’t experienced it yet doesn’t mean it’s out … Read more
Do you want le fries with that? France, the oui-oui nation with a notorious reputation for poo-poo-ing American culture has a dirty, delicious little secret — one that sometimes catches tourists by surprise. The land of boeuf bourguignon harbors a burning love for two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce cheese, pickles and onions on a sesame … Read more
Ever crave Applebee’s and IHOP at the same time? US consumers could potentially get their fix of both at dual-branded restaurants in the future. Dine Brands Global, the corporate parent of the two chains, is “contemplat[ing] introducing this concept” of joint IHOP-Applebee’s restaurants in America, CEO John Peyton told analysts and investors last week. The concept for the … Read more
Her fans think they found true love — but she’s not real. Milla Sofia is an AI-generated influencer whose sultry photos on Twitter and TikTok are racking up thousands of likes from deluded social media users. “[I’m a] 19-year-old virtual girl from Helsinki Finland. I was made by AI. Check my other social media accounts … Read more
While most pregnant women may crave pickles and ice cream, all this woman from London wanted to do was eat clay. Dymund Dina, 31, began craving clay during her first pregnancy with her son in 2013 and has since spent more than $3,800 (£3,000) on the sedimentary snack. “When I was pregnant I’d get through … Read more
A lusty widow is launching an app for other bereaved spouses craving no strings attached sex. Nicky Wake, 51, says thousands of widows and widowers are ready to join WidowsFire, which she conceived following the death of her husband, Andy, 57, in 2020. “‘Widow’s fire’ is a term commonly used within the widower’s community to … Read more