Movie theaters can apply for a license to sell liquor, including wine and beer to their customers, under the $237 billion state budget deal crafted by Gov. Kathy Hochul and the legislature. But lawmakers don’t want filmgoers to get blotto on cocktails while watching “Ghostbusters” so customers will be limited to buying one drink per … Read more
He was in the mood for a melody. Legendary piano man Billy Joel, 74, serenaded the crowd at Madison Square Garden for his monumental 100th concert of his residency at the famous venue — and he included a hat-tip to the correct local paper. As he belted out, “New York State of Mind,” he changed … Read more
Get a room, you two. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s kiss at a charity polo match in Miami on Friday was a genuine public display of affection, according to one expert. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex appeared at the event for Sentebale, which Harry, 39, founded in 2006. The foundation works with young people … Read more
Michelin accomplished. While New York City might have been snubbed by “best restaurants” lists recently — namely Yelp‘s and the James Beard Awards — there is one reputable source repping the Big Apple. The 2024 Michelin Guide recently added 10 Gotham City restaurants, which run the gamut of cuisines from Puerto Rican to Japanese-French fusion … Read more
This philandering chef cooked up a real mess for his former family. A Massachusetts woman whose reality TV chef husband allegedly abandoned her and their two children reportedly managed to track down the deserter in a day thanks to the “power of Facebook.” As it turned out, the scoundrel had decamped to Texas, where he’d … Read more
A travel expert and blogger who has wandered around the world multiple times revealed his list of his favorite and least favorite states. When Lee Abbamonte claims to be well-traveled, he means it, as the 45-year-old has been to every UN-recognized country, both the North and South Poles. Abbamonte’s obsession with travel began after the … Read more
Documentaries about the American political system are legion, and grow every week. You can bet we’ll be seeing dozens more by the time this year’s presidential election rolls around. But “Boys State” (Apple TV+), the 2020 documentary directed by Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss, came at government from a different and very refreshing angle. That … Read more
In 2018, over 1,000 boys gathered in Texas for an elaborate, weeklong program aimed at students interested in politics. This meeting of teenage minds — part of a countrywide initiative sponsored by the American Legion — was captured in the Sundance hit “Boys State,” a vérité chronicle of the event, where participants are elected by … Read more
That’s a latte dough! Your pricey daily Starbucks habit will now cost you a few extra beans — if you live in California. The Seattle-based coffee giant increased already-inflated menu prices in its Golden State stores this week, after the state’s $20 minimum wage mandate for fast-food workers went into effect Monday, Business Insider reported. The … Read more
It is no wonder that moviemakers saw potential in Thomasville, Ga., as a stand-in for Main Street U.S.A. Cobblestone streets and mom-and-pop stores speckle the downtown of this city of 18,000 that is caked in red clay soil and nestled among rolling hills. Just as attractive to some of those producers are Georgia’s lavish filming … Read more
Pancakes have always been a part of the American breakfast table. Waffles were introduced much later in 1603 and rose to popularity as a crispy golden pancake alternative that you could serve with fresh fruit, whipped cream, and maple syrup. The two have been battling it out to be crowned as America’s favorite breakfast item ever … Read more
According to research, people in Idaho and Maine are the most meticulous when it comes to having a clean home. A recent poll of 100 Americans from each of the 50 states investigated the cleaning habits of each and found that, on average, respondents in Idaho and Maine spend the most time per session cleaning … Read more
Angel Reese confirmed rumors that she is single as LSU seeks to repeat as champions in the upcoming women’s NCAA Tournament. Reese broke the news to her followers on an Instagram Live Q&A on Tuesday. “Yeah, I’m single,” she said, as covered by TMZ. Angel Reese and Cam’Ron Fletcher, pictured on vacation together in Jamaica … Read more
What exactly the cluck? Chick-fil-A has gone from regional fast food curiosity to national staple in a matter of years for good reason — but the chicken sandwich slinger may need an intervention on the heels of this latest news: It’s about to start selling pizza. A statement released by the popular chain reveals that they … Read more
New Yorkers paint the town green on St. Patrick’s Day – with money. The Big Apple is the third most expensive state to get your Irish on, a new survey says. On average, New Yorkers each spend $67 on drinks while indulging in March 17 shenanigans — 40% higher than the $48 national average, according … Read more
Jim Boeheim apparently didn’t develop any respect for NC State during his ACC days. The Syracuse coach absolutely buried the Wolfpack during the first round of the ACC Tournament on Tuesday afternoon when asked to analyze a player’s celebration. “I don’t know why anybody that’s got the recent history of these guys are celebrating — … Read more
Sylvester Stallone is “permanently” leaving California and is being welcomed with open arms in Florida. The “Rocky” icon made the announcement on the season two premiere of the reality show, “The Family Stallone.” “After long, hard consideration, your mother and I have decided, time to move on and leave the state of California permanently, and we’re … Read more
The Lone Star State has become anything but lonely in the post-COVID era – but there’s one generation in particular that’s set their sights on Texas living. A recent analysis from housing platform Zillow using data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2022 American Community Survey (ACS) found that Texas “far and away” gained the most Gen Z … Read more
Take your love to new heights this Valentine’s Day. One lucky couple can enjoy a private dinner on the 102nd floor of the Empire State Building on Feb. 14 — but it will cost a cool $10,000. The experience, dubbed “Empire for Two,” was cooked up by Chef Morgan Jarrett of STATE Grill and Bar, … Read more
An LA state of mind. Billy Joel made it a family affair at the 2024 Grammy Awards on Sunday night. The 74-year-old stepped out on the red carpet at the Crypto.com Arena with his wife, Alexis Roderick, and their two young daughters — Della Rose, 8, and Remy Anne, 6. The New York native rocked … Read more