Downtown Los Angeles is about to get seriously cheesy this weekend as Pizza City Fest returns for its fourth year, running Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Founded by three-time Emmy and 13-time James Beard Award-winning food reporter Steve Dolinsky, the festival has expanded into a three-city operation covering Chicago, Nashville and Los … Read more
Julian Casablancas, the frontman of the iconic band The Strokes, ignited a firestorm on social media this week after claiming that “American Zionists” act like “they are Black people during slavery” in a controversial interview that’s now blowing up online. “Well it’s been nice having a career,” Casablancas quipped before dropping the remark during an … Read more
Disneyland is dialing back a controversial tech feature that has been subtly shaping the way guests enter the park. Now, guests who would rather not hand over a “faceprint” to stroll down Main Street U.S.A. have a choice. Disneyland and Disney California Adventure have rolled out special entry lanes that skip facial recognition and biometric … Read more
There could be a serious up-tick. The Big Apple is about to be bled dry — and not just because of ferocious tax hikes. This spring and summer, NYC could see an influx of biblical levels of disease-harboring ticks and mosquitoes, borne aloft by warming weather and booming vector populations. It’s enough to have locals … Read more
A viral video blowing up online is exposing a messy web of alleged ticket fraud involving influencers — and the internet is absolutely loving the drama. The glitter and glamour of Coachella weekend one have been overshadowed by a high-stakes “scam” involving a group of high-profile influencers, thousands of dollars in missing cash and allegations … Read more
They put the pee-pee in the Big Apple. Public urination violations are soaring across the boroughs, according to bladder-busting new data, revealing a nearly 50% increase in 9-1-1 calls related to the odorous offense since April 2025. It’s an uptick in tinkling that’s more than a wee bit alarming. The NYPD has received over 100 more complaints … Read more
On a recent night out in Midtown, a disco ball shimmered, hips swayed — and a woman in her late 70s twirled like it was 1976 again. Across town, a 91-year-old strolled the boardwalk at Coney Island with her husband, reliving a date night decades in the making. The moments may look like scenes from … Read more
Los Angeles is gearing up for World Cup madness — but if you’re planning to drive to and park at the games, brace yourself. With eight matches scheduled for SoFi Stadium from June 12 to July 10, parking costs could soar to $100 or $1,000 per spot, depending on where you look, as hundreds of … Read more
NYC public school parents are less than enthused over an unusually late school start and one of the most chaotic calendars in recent memory. The 2026-27 public school calendar, released on Tuesday, April 21, is sending parents into a tailspin, raising concerns about long breaks and erratic closures that will impact childcare for many working … Read more
They’re praising and blazing. A toking tribe of ganja-loving Jewish New Yorkers is lighting a match under the traditional Shabbat celebration — holding fun and 420-friendly “infused” dinners where the brisket isn’t the only thing that’s smokin’. Lighting up back in 2024 and celebrating a dozen or so chilled-out gatherings since, the semi-regular social event welcomes … Read more
New Yorkers have survived dollar slices, sad desk salads, and delivery drivers who treat “30 minutes” as a spiritual concept rather than a promise. But Gwyneth Paltrow now wants in on the game. Starting April 20, the Goop founder officially brought Goop Kitchen to New York City — a delivery-only, “clean eating” concept that promises … Read more
Maybe third time’s the charm? Opening statements in Harvey Weinstein’s third Manhattan sex crimes trial are set to begin Tuesday morning — as the disgraced former Miramax perv tries once more to shake off rape allegations from a former actress. The jury — comprised of seven men and five women — was finalized late Friday … Read more
Soho House is doubling down on the desert, but critics wonder if the brand is just chasing a mirage. The global member’s only club has officially announced the “Soho Desert House Palm Springs,” a seven-acre wellness retreat set in California’s Coachella Valley with sweeping views of the San Jacinto Mountains. The property will feature club … Read more
The daughter of Hollywood royalty is biting that hand that feeds her in a blistering new essay — leaving Tinseltown reaching for the popcorn. Lorraine Nicholson, the 36-year-old daughter of Oscar-winning legend Jack Nicholson, has ignited chatter and inspired more than a few eye-rolls in LA after penning a stunning takedown in W Magazine — where … Read more
In a city where rent devours your paycheck and a casual night out can cost as much as a utility bill, living on under $50,000 a year can feel less like a plan — and more like a dare. But for many young New Yorkers, it’s not just possible — it’s reality. Across the five … Read more
When one former Keyport, NJ, resident started keeping tabs of all the cancer diagnoses on and around his childhood street, the numbers were “freaking snowballing.” In recent interviews with NJ.com, Rusty Morris, 46, recounted how he’d collected the names of so many neighbors that he eventually created a map, marking the houses with red X’s … Read more
It’s a diamond in the ruff. Cash-flush canine lovers can bestow their pups with ultra-luxe,18-karat gold and diamond custom collars — including one for a whopping $150,000 — thanks to a collaboration between the Baccarat Hotel New York and The D Diamond, a self-proclaimed luxury jeweler for canine companions. “There’s different tiers within jewelry. I … Read more
It’s the encore of a lifetime. Jesse Findling, a 20-year-old Long Island man who captured the nation’s heart by defying a lifelong stutter to soar his way to the top 12 of “American Idol,” has enjoyed a life-changing hero’s welcome since returning home. “It wasn’t just about singing for me,” the Massapequa Park sensation told … Read more
The Japanese princess who renounced her royal title and wealth to marry her commoner husband has been spotted with a little heir — after fleeing NYC for the suburbs. Princess Mako Komuro, the first child of Japan’s crown prince and the niece of Emperor Naruhito, sported a Target shopping bag alongside her husband Kei Komuro … Read more
A clown with a menacing grin. Bodies bound and dangling from the ceiling. A severed head in the freezer. No, this isn’t a nightmare or some suburban haunted house. This is real — or, at least, it was. Welcome to “The Mind of a Serial Killer: The Experience,” a bone-chilling immersive journey that dares New … Read more