American Express unveiled long-awaited upgrades to its US Platinum cards on Thursday, adding new perks worth over $3,500 annually while raising the annual fee by $200. The card refresh reflects a strategy AmEx has leaned on for years. Banking on the affluence of its customer base, the credit card giant routinely adds premium perks to justify its fee hikes. The … Read more
From the beginning, Christian Dior adored New York. The French couturier visited Manhattan for the first time in 1947, shortly after debuting his seminal New Look collection, a celebration of the hourglass silhouette. “My two days in New York were spent in a continuous state of wonder,” he wrote in his autobiography, “Dior by Dior.” … Read more
JCPenney is hoping to shake off sluggish sales. The struggling department store is getting in on the craze surrounding Taylor Swift’s forthcoming album, creating a new line of outfits inspired by the LP. Legendary designer Bob Mackie — who has created clothes for the pop star herself — has partnered with JCPenney to launch a … Read more
Five new Amtrak trains will begin rolling out between Washington, DC, New York and Boston at top speeds of 160 mph starting Thursday. The inaugural NextGen Acela ride is taking off from Washington’s Union Station, where the Department of Transportation is planning to reclaim management to “restore this federal asset to its former glory,” to New York’s … Read more
The collaboration of the century! Taylor Swift has revealed that she teamed up with fellow superstar Sabrina Carpenter for a song on her upcoming new album, “Life of a Showgirl.” Swift, 35, confirmed the exciting news ahead of her highly anticipated guest appearance on boyfriend Travis Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast Wednesday night. Taylor Swift announced … Read more
There’s summer in the Hamptons — and then there’s summer at Gurney’s Montauk Seawater Spa & Resort, where sun-drenched sophistication meets peak scene-stealing glam. Set on a dramatic bluff with panoramic Atlantic views, this East End icon doesn’t just offer luxury, it guarantees a spot at the most coveted beach party around. And this year, … Read more
The fast-food chain is adding two brand-new variations of the beloved Whopper burger to its menu: the Barbecue Rodeo and the Classic Rodeo. Although these sandwiches sound like they would make a killing in Burger King locations throughout the US, they’ll only be available in Japan restaurants for a limited time — at least for … Read more
Uber Technologies on Wednesday unveiled a range of new offerings such as shared fixed-route rides and expanded membership passes, targeting consumers seeking cost-effective ways to travel. The ride-sharing app has been looking to invest in more affordable transport and delivery offerings to widen its user base and combat slowing revenue growth in an uncertain economic environment. Uber’s new “Route … Read more
Archaeologists confronted by a false door at an excavation site were stunned to find that it led to the tomb of Egyptian royalty. The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the discovery in a recent Facebook post in April. The tomb was found at the Saqqara archaeological site in the Giza Governorate of Egypt. The tomb belonged … Read more
Things are about to get a lot ‘suite’er for passengers aboard some international American Airlines flights. This summer, the airline is debuting its Flagship Suite seats aboard its newest Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The 51 Flagship Suite seats at the front of the aircraft will feature “privacy doors, more personal storage space with a wireless charging … Read more
Oreo is debuting a new limited-edition cookie flavor that combines sweet and salty. The Chocolate Covered Pretzel-flavored Oreos will launch nationwide on May 5, and “feature chocolate flavor cream, sandwiched between pretzel-flavored cookies that are topped with salt,” according to the brand. “Want the best of both worlds? We’ve got you covered,” Oreo said in … Read more
Tailoring has always been Ralph Lauren’s strong suit. His flawless fits were on display at his fall 2025 fashion show, held under historic coffered ceilings in Tribeca’s Clock Tower Building. An array of dapper boldfacers including Anne Hathaway, Ariana DeBose, Sarah Catherine Hook, Eiza González, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Kacey Musgraves, Naomi Watts, Michelle Williams and Sadie … Read more
Now that’s a hole-in-one celebration. The Texas A&M baseball team paid homage to the ongoing Masters tournament by unveiling a green jacket celebration for a home run during Thursday’s 8-7 win in 10 innings over South Carolina. First baseman Blake Binderup crushed a grand slam in the third inning to give the Aggies a 6-3 … Read more
EasyJet has unveiled a snail and garlic-infused ice cream – but would you be brave enough to try it? The escargot-inspired creation even comes with crunchy pieces of sugar to mimic a shell, taking its cues from Parisian bistros. It’s one of five bold flavours dreamed up to celebrate the airline and easyJet holidays’ new … Read more
Basketball legend and Knicks icon Walt “Clyde” Frazier turns 80 this weekend and MSG Networks is launching weeklong commemorative coverage. The network announced a full slate of festivities beginning on Wednesday to celebrate the Hall of Famer’s big day. The final installment of “Clyde’s Top 15 Moments,” in which the No. 1 moment of Frazier’s … Read more
Air France on Tuesday unveiled a new first-class suite as it expands efforts to lure wealthy travelers from business jets and lend a “French touch” to the tussle for premium revenue. The CEO of parent Air France-KLM, Ben Smith, told Reuters the unspecified investment aimed to place Air France at the top of the European league … Read more
This will be one happy meal for Swifties. McDonald’s has debuted a new value meal seemingly inspired by the friendship bracelets exchanged at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. The “Bestie Bundle,” which rings in at $13 CAD plus tax, includes two of everything — Junior Chicken sandwiches, small fries and small fountain drinks — perfect for splitting with … Read more
Alica Schmidt commemorated her 2024 Olympics experience with a permanent tribute. The German track and field competitor, dubbed the “world’s sexiest athlete” by various publications over the years, revealed Tuesday she got her “first and only tattoo.” Alica Schmidt revealed in November 2024 she got a tattoo to commemorate her Paris Olympics experience. REUTERS The … Read more
Cookie lovers, rejoice — Subway introduced a holiday cookie big enough to stuff a stocking. Double Chocolate Peppermint Footlong Cookies were added to the menu Nov. 1 and will be available through Dec. 31. Diet conscious types need not apply, however — the warm treat, giving one gooey bite after another, will cost you a whopping … Read more
One small step for women, one giant leap for this fashion house. The first woman to step foot on the moon will wear designer duds — a Prada spacesuit, to be exact. A “next-gen spacesuit,” which was unveiled Wednesday morning at the International Astronautical Congress in Milan, is as chic as the bulky, white ensemble … Read more