No soup for you! A group of Los Angeles diners claims they were “blacklisted” from a popular Little Tokyo restaurant on Halloween night — after refusing to pay an automatic 18% gratuity for large parties. The dining dustup unfolded at JinCook, a Korean restaurant in the bustling DTLA enclave — where six friends couldn’t be … Read more
It’s the standard routine at boutique studios and fitness centers nationwide: the class wraps up, the music fades, and attendees are handed a single disinfectant wipe to frantically scrub down their machines for the next gym-goer. Now, a viral complaint has ignited fierce debate over who should actually be responsible for cleaning gym gear — … Read more
A Nevada water park will shutter its doors next year after more than a decade — leaving local families furious over the “difficult decision.” Cowabunga Bay in Henderson, Nev., about five miles southeast of the Las Vegas Strip, announced Monday that it had made the “difficult decision” to shut down. “After 12 unforgettable years of … Read more
A California native tribe is standing their ground. Members of Northern California’s Wailaki tribe say plans for the Great Redwood Trail — a 307-mile nature trail stretching from from the San Francisco Bay to Humboldt Bay, would allow tourists to walk right over the graves of their ancestors. The project, which is 40% complete, was … Read more
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
Talk about biting the hand that feeds you. A Southern California bar that appears to have publicly shamed four customers for leaving a $25 tip on a nearly $400 tab unleashed a social media firestorm — with a slew of enraged commenters turning the tables on the hapless establishment. The Salty Dawg Tavern in Orange … Read more
movie review PRIMETIME Running time: 110 minutes. Rated R (disturbing sexual material, graphic nudity, some violent content, and language). In theaters Sept. 25. Should Chris Hansen ever watch the trippy movie “Primetime,” about the rise and fall of his “Dateline NBC” series “To Catch a Predator” during the mid-aughts, I doubt he’ll be any less miffed … Read more
Chris Hansen made his name as the force and face behind “To Catch a Predator,” the controversial television show that specialized in having a video crew following law enforcement as they sprung on suspected (and unsuspecting) pedophiles. Now, with the Sept. 25 release of “Primetime,” the roles are reversed. Hansen claims the movie, which stars … Read more
Stephen A. Smith said his “nearly four-hour sit-down” with Cari Champion and Jemele Hill came with empty promises. During Sunday’s installment of his “Straight Shooter” podcast, the ESPN star claimed the pair released an edited version of the interview on their “Flagrant and Funny” YouTube channel before turning off the comments. “Something that happened alarmed … Read more
A young student hoping to step into Book Week in the most delightful way has been dealt a cruel blow after her mother received the wrong costume just days before the parade. While planning to attend her Melbourne school festivities as the iconic Mary Poppins, CostumeBox instead sent the 10-year-old girl a Kim Jong Un … Read more
Disney World’s latest new feature is getting trashed. Walt Disney World is rolling out a new generation of high-tech, solar-powered garbage cans across its Florida resort, the seemingly innocuous upgrade has sparked a heated backlash from Disney fans are fired up over the switch. The new “smart” bins are gradually replacing the familiar, flat-topped cans … Read more
And, poof — there goes your Disney dining budget. The most magical place in California is raising its prices on its already expensive food and drink. At Disneyland, more than 800 menu items have quietly increased in price across 178 dining locations in both parks and resort hotels. With an average increase of 8%, popular … Read more
LA’s one-of-a-kind landmark may be focused on the Ice Age, but the prehistoric relic needs an update. La Brea Tar Pits, an active paleontological research site in Hancock Park, Los Angeles where discoveries are made daily, is undergoing a two-year transformation. The Ice Age Fossil Site digs fossils in the heart of L.A. for visitors … Read more
Paramount has vowed to fight California’s lawsuit seeking to block its proposed $110-billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the deal would actually boost competition. “The lawsuit filed by the state attorneys general, in the most generous light, reflects a fundamentally flawed application of the antitrust laws and is wrong on both the facts and … Read more
A beloved hiking spot nestled in the Hollywood Hills above Studio City is sparking frustration among regular outdoor enthusiasts after the city began strictly enforcing new parking restrictions at Fryman Canyon. The popular trailhead at Wilacre Park, which offers scenic views of the San Fernando Valley and is a favorite for locals and tourists, now … Read more
Mickey D’s diners were unhappy with this meal. McDonald’s has issued a temporary upcharge that has led to major upset among loyal customers. The beef began when a disgruntled customer took to Reddit to share that when they ordered a Happy Meal, they were charged an additional $1.79 for the fast-food chain’s current toy offering, … Read more
Thousand Oaks may be one step closer to getting something residents have debated for generations: a real downtown. City officials are pushing a sweeping blueprint to bulldoze sections of the city’s quiet Civic Arts Plaza and replace it with a bustling, pedestrian-friendly downtown district. The grand vision includes a 142-room, seven-story boutique hotel, mixed-use apartment … Read more
Think all clothing sizes are priced equally? Fat chance. The bigger the person, the bigger the price tag. It’s the crushing reality that shoppers of a certain size claim to face, per trending allegations that Target imposes “fat tax” surcharges on plus-size clothing. “I brought a size [Large] and a 3x [Extra Large] to the … Read more
Not quite as worrisome as hantavirus — but still, cruise enthusiasts have another reason to sound the alarm. Carnival Cruise Line announced it would cancel an undisclosed number of reservations after an apparent IT glitch briefly allowed travelers to book cruises at shockingly low fares. A recent IT glitch sent hopeful cruisers swimming for shore … Read more
The bot slam dunks your junk. Parcels are arriving in pieces with Amazon’s artificial intelligence-powered delivery drones. The automated mailmen are dropping off packages from 10 feet in the air, rendering the contents of each box susceptible to crashing and smashing. And it’s enough to make even the most AI-obsessed human crash out in fury. To determine the drone’s … Read more