He was the ultimate daredevil, launching himself through the air on motorcycles (and, once, a rocket), shattering records — and 433 bones, enough to earn him a place in the Guinness Book of World Records. Robert “Evel” Knievel became a global icon in the 1960s and 1970s, completing more than 75 ramp-to-ramp jumps during a career … Read more
A Subway employee’s routine closing-shift video has gone viral online, giving the public a rare look at how the sandwich chain’s iconic bread is made. The video, posted with the caption, “POV: you work a closing shift @subway,” showcases the rhythmical, clattering, and strangely satisfying sounds of restaurant prep and clean-up. However, it’s the opening … Read more
Congratulations are in order for Bucks center Myles Turner and his girlfriend Aysia Janelle. The two-time NBA blocks leader announced their engagement in Italy in a carousel post on Instagram, which included photos taken by Josh Sobel, a photographer and videographer based in New York and Miami. “The Chosen One 🤍🌌 Naboo 🩵,” Turner wrote. … Read more
A beloved LA institution that has been slinging sandwiches for over a century has been crowned California’s most iconic sandwich shop, beating out the Golden State’s countless trendy delis and viral lunch spots. In a new nationwide roundup of the most famous sandwich destinations in every state, Business Insider tapped Philippe the Original as the … Read more
Southern California’s very first Gap store is packing up its khaki trousers and denim jackets for good soon, swapping out retail history for high-density apartments. The historic storefront on Wilshire Boulevard and 20th Street in Santa Monica is set to close July 23, after several decades of operation. “Gap has been proud to be part … Read more
Stores may be closing, but the savings are just getting started. Dubbed the retail apocalypse, over the past few years, brick-and-mortar stores have seen significant shutters. Shoppers have lost some major players in the retail game due to low foot traffic, high lease prices, and the pivot toward digital. For JCPenney, as the decline of … Read more
NYC’s iconic H&H Bagels is blowing towards the Windy City. The quintessential shop’s claim to fame is its kettle-boiled water bagels. The masterful recipe — baked on burlap-covered wood boards — produces bagels with a mouthwatering chewy center. This water bagel method has since become synonymous with the New York bagel, with cameos in Sex … Read more
M&M’s are entering their Make America Healthy Again era. But as a result, two historic colors may end up in the can. As the iconic candy marks its 85th year this summer and in a broader effort to remove artificial dyes, M&M’s will debut a natural-ingredient version. And while the brand can figure out how … Read more
An iconic West Hollywood restaurant has been taken over by a massive “slime monster” as part of the promotion for the upcoming animated movie “Minions and Monsters” from Illumination. Drivers heading down Sunset Boulevard will get more than an eyeful as they pass the 50-year-old Carney’s Train to see the whole place has been taken … Read more
Say adiós to an old favorite. After a year of bad business, a popular Tex-Mex chain is calling it quits. On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina, known for slinging a variety of fajitas and a massive selection of margaritas, announced that it has closed all of its company-owned restaurants. An On The Border location … Read more
A simple “Bang!” wouldn’t have done it justice. Mike Breen, ESPN’s lead broadcast voice for the NBA Finals and the longtime voice of the Knicks for MSG Network, got to make arguably the biggest call of his play-by-play career on Saturday night. “It’s over! It’s over! Knick fans, this is not a dream!” Breen, a … Read more
One of Santa Monica’s most legendary nightlife institutions has officially returned from the dead. Circle Bar, the dimly lit Main Street haunt that reportedly served everyone from rock icon, Jim Morrison, to pioneering author, Truman Capote, finally reopened a few weeks back after nearly three years of sitting dark. Circle Bar’s comeback arrives as Santa … Read more
Katz’s Deli is packing up its pastrami and going cross-country. Later this summer, New York’s oldest Jewish deli, Katz’s Deli, is heading out west to bring its pastrami prowess to the Foodies Eat First Fest in St. Louis, Missouri, taking place on August 22 to 23, for its second consecutive year. Per the festival’s website, the 2-day … Read more
Katz’s Deli, New York’s oldest Jewish deli and living monument, has reopened a hidden piece of history, adding to its centuries-long influence on the minds and stomachs of New Yorkers. For the first time in nearly eight decades, the iconic Lower East Side institution has unveiled The Ludlow Room, a restored 68-seat dining room that … 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
It’s known as the “happiest place on earth,” but for a group of Disneyland guests, a breakdown at the Haunted Mansion turned into an behind-the-scenes look after a ride malfunction forced the lights on and left passengers to navigate their exit alone. The unusual incident, which took place close to the park’s 11 p.m. closing … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. It’s time to get that bread — or better bread, that is. Nature’s Own, the popular grocery-store bread brand known for its soft texture, has launched its new “Breaducator” campaign … Read more
Roughly a dozen hikers have reportedly fallen ill with a nasty stomach bug after traversing a section of the scenic Pacific Crest Trail. The popular hiking destination spans more than 2,600 miles and goes from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington. The Pacific Crest Trail Association acknowledged reports of “gastrointestinal illness” in the … Read more
The bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park has been sitting so long it could’ve legally collected Social Security. But after 54 years of being boarded up, battered, and basically treated like an abandoned movie set on the edge of the Atlantic, the legendary “People’s Beach” landmark is finally making a comeback — courtesy of a not-so-modest … Read more
He never knows what he’s gonna get. Tom Hanks has so many memorable movie lines he can’t quote just one fan favorite. “I’m kind of lucky that I have a lot of catchphrases that everybody just yells at me,” he told The Post. The two-time Academy Award winner fired off a list of the top … Read more