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Southwest to launch first-ever airport lounges to lure premium travelers — here are the first 4 locations

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Southwest Airlines on Wednesday unveiled plans to open its first-ever airport lounges, as the carrier steps up efforts to attract higher-spending premium travelers and diversify revenue streams. The airline, which has been working to shed its low-cost image and boost ancillary revenue through assigned seating, extra-legroom seats and other product enhancements, said it would partner with JPMorgan … Read more

Restaurants turn to mini cocktails to lure customers in age of Ozempic

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Restaurants turn to mini cocktails to lure customers in age of Ozempic

Bars and eateries are adapting to the Ozempic era by offering mini cocktails. “Mini martinis” as small as 1.5 ounces and flights of “baby negronis” that let you sample different flavors are on a growing number of menus throughout the city and beyond as American waistlines and alcohol consumption continue to shrink. “GLP-1s are taking … Read more

Wegmans serves up its first NYC eatery to lure devoted shoppers

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Wegmans serves up its first NYC eatery to lure devoted shoppers

Wegmans is betting that the cult-like devotion of its shoppers will carry over from the supermarket aisles to its first restaurant in the Big Apple. The Rochester, NY-based chain –  which opened in Astor Place in 2023, with lines that began to form at 4 a.m. – will launch a Japanese-themed eatery adjacent to the … Read more

Disney is raising the stakes with bold new menu in bid to lure more customers

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Disney is raising the stakes with bold new menu in bid to lure more customers

Disney is elevating its game when it comes to theme park dining, using artistry, real-world experiences, trends and inspiration from its classic movies to push boundaries. “From Mickey bars to Michelin stars” was a phrase commonly used during a demonstration at Walt Disney World on Tuesday featuring food and beverage directors. While they understand the … Read more

Chris Rock, Cindy Crawford, Heidi Klum and other celebs are freaking out over Prada pushing out Soho’s Lure Fishbar

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Chris Rock, Cindy Crawford, Heidi Klum and other celebs are freaking out over Prada pushing out Soho’s Lure Fishbar

They’re sending out an SOS.   Celebs such as Chris Rock, Cindy Crawford, Heidi Klum, Justin Theroux and Wyclef Jean, along with legendary filmmaker Ken Burns and author Jay McInerney, are rallying to save Lure Fishbar. Soho’s subterranean seafood and sushi institution has anchored Mercer Street for 20 years, but it’s in danger of getting swallowed … Read more

Are you dating a ‘red pill’ guy? Here are 3 ‘dark’ tactics they use to lure women, according to their exes

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Are you dating a ‘red pill’ guy? Here are 3 ‘dark’ tactics they use to lure women, according to their exes

Dating can be a tough pill to swallow. A new study published in the journal Personal Relationships has uncovered some of the deceptive tactics “Red Pill” subscribers use to manipulate women — many of which align with the “Dark Triad” personality type, research suggested. In the face of women’s protests for bodily autonomy and equal opportunity across … Read more

NYC restaurants serve up cheaper cuts— and offer juicy unlimited deals— to lure inflation-battered diners

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NYC restaurants serve up cheaper cuts— and offer juicy unlimited deals— to lure inflation-battered diners

Record-high steak prices have forced savvy Big Apple restaurateurs to serve cheaper options — like steak frites — to lure cash-conscious diners still craving a red meat fix, Side Dish has learned. The popular French-inspired fare, usually made with a less-expensive cut of steak like hanger or top sirloin, has been popping up alongside pricier … Read more

‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ actor Gabriel Olds accused of using Hollywood success to lure, sexually assault women he met on dating apps

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‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ actor Gabriel Olds accused of using Hollywood success to lure, sexually assault women he met on dating apps

Hollywood actor Gabriel Olds allegedly raped at least three women who he met on dating applications as police fear there are more of his victims across the US. Olds, best known for his roles in “NCIS: Los Angeles” and “The Eyes of Tammy Faye,” was taken into custody Monday and charged with seven felony sexual … Read more

Facebook is desperate to lure Gen Z — here’s how they’re doing it: ‘Not your mom’s Facebook’

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Facebook is desperate to lure Gen Z — here’s how they’re doing it: ‘Not your mom’s Facebook’

Welcome to the new internet, Facebook. Meta has revealed a plan for the social media platform, which turned 20 this year, to win over Gen Z and increase engagement from the younger generation. Facebook execs presented their strategy for the “next 20 years” of Facebook at an event in New York City on May 31, … Read more

Undercover video captures how real-life models lure victims into fake relationships and steal their money in ‘pig butchering’ scams

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Undercover video captures how real-life models lure victims into fake relationships and steal their money in ‘pig butchering’ scams

Incredible undercover video has revealed the inner workings of a “pig butchering” scam operation, where real-life models are recruited to lure unsuspecting victims. Jim Browning, a software engineer and YouTuber from Northern Ireland who makes videos tracking and identifying scammers, worked with an insider who infiltrated a scam operation based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, … Read more

Eau, no! Employers are pumping fragrance into offices to lure back employees

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Eau, no! Employers are pumping fragrance into offices to lure back employees

For many employees, going to the office stinks. Now, employers are trying to in-scent-ivize workers with an inviting aroma wafting through their fluorescent-lit halls. In New York City alone, in-person work has returned to 70% of pre-pandemic rates, and major companies like Amazon and Meta have implemented a back-to-the-office policy — much to the chagrin … Read more

Pat McAfee trying to lure Bill Belichick into weekly spot on ESPN show

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Pat McAfee trying to lure Bill Belichick into weekly spot on ESPN show

Bill Belichick was shut out of the latest NFL coaching cycle after parting ways with the Patriots and will not be on the sidelines for the 2024 season, barring a late, unforeseen firing. That has led to speculation about whether the notoriously curt coach will take a television job next season, with NFL Network’s Ian … Read more

Fake ‘X-Men’ script written to lure Halle Berry into reprising Storm role, director claims

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Fake ‘X-Men’ script written to lure Halle Berry into reprising Storm role, director claims

It caused quite a storm. Director Matthew Vaughn claimed on Saturday that he decided to leave the 2006 blockbuster “X-Men: The Last Stand” after learning that several Fox executives were planning on giving Halle Berry a fake script. Speaking at New York Comic Con, Vaughn, 52, alleged that he walked into an executive’s office and … Read more

Adele reveals the one musical that could lure her to Broadway

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Adele reveals the one musical that could lure her to Broadway

Adele has revealed the one Broadway musical she’d consider doing.  According to Broadway World, the Grammy winner, 34, was attending a fan event when she was asked if she’d try to get an EGOT by acting on Broadway, so she could win a Tony. (EGOT is the designation given to a person who has won … Read more

Virgin Australia’s sneaky lure to get Aussies to book the middle seat

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Virgin Australia’s sneaky lure to get Aussies to book the middle seat

It’s arguably the worst place on the plane – but now there’s $230,000 worth of reasons you might want to opt for the middle seat. Virgin Australia has launched a new campaign whereby passengers who have either voluntarily – or been slapped – with the middle seat will now enter a ‘lotto’ to win tens … Read more