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Carole Baskin Exclusive: NFTs, Ex-Husbands, & Big Projects Underway
As if the pandemic era wasn't surprising enough, in yet another twist nobody saw coming Carole Baskin of Tiger King and Big Cat Rescue fame is actually far deeper into the high-tech scene than anyone ever expected. She's deep into the crypto currency communities across the internet, regularly plunges herself head first into Clubhouse stages about the often-overwhelming topic, has a well-performinc BitClout page (she's even got her own Carole $CAT currency going now, too), and guess what? She's selling NFT artwork from her home near Tampa, Florida.
New York Beauty Editors Name Best MDW Beauty Sales Shoppers Shouldn't Miss
Steep discounts on some of the best beauty brands are already active. Memorial Day weekend is right around the corner, and while some of the best deals may be on summer-focused products like patio furniture and swimwear, it's actually one of the best times of year to stock up on name-brand beauty products, too.
Celebrated Miami Chef Shares Secret to Sell-Out Salad
Abba Telavivian Kitchen's Sam Gorenstein dishes on how to make his famous fattoush. Anyone who has spent time in the Miami area knows that Abba Telavivian Kitchen is a hot ticket thanks to its central location on Commerce Street, chic beachy interior, and healthy, flavorful Mediterranean fare. While all the restaurant's dishes are popular Instagram favorites, the iconic Fattoush Salad menu offering is a constant favorite drawing customers in from around South Florida.
Bella Hadid’s Chants at NY Rally Creates 'PR Crisis' for Sponsors
She spent Saturday afternoon calling for 'genocide'. No matter where you stand (or don't) in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, we all might hope that celebrity culture would take a decided position against promoting violence and hate of all kinds. Unfortunately, that's not the case with celebrity sisters Bella and Gigi Hadid, who have repeated antisemitic tropes over the last several days, and have had to backtrack to say that their posts weren't antisemitic, just anti-zionist.
Free Shake Shack Burgers & Fries with COVID-19 Vaccines (old vaccinations count for freebies too)
You'll take a burger with a vaccine, and throw in some Crinkle Cut fries. It's no secret local governments are doing their best to entice wary residents to sign up for COVID-19 vaccines, but the measures some areas are taking to encourage residents to roll up their sleeves and get the shot are even more mouth-watering than one might expect.
Duck Donuts Hotel Rooms? Yes, Seriously.
This Duck, North Carolina favorite treat is now a pretty sweet theme for hotel rooms. Popping up in time to celebrate National Donut Day this June 4, The Sweet Escape, the ultra-sweet Duck Donuts-themed hotel rooms at Sanderling Resort, will be available May 28-June 30, 2021 – because one day just isn’t long enough to honor one of America’s most popular treats.
Surprising Pics of Bill Gates' Love Nest & Totally Normal Kitchen
There's a good chance your own kitchen is nicer than the one Bill Gates has in his beach love pad. Billionaires, they're just like us. It's no secret that Bill and Melinda Gates are divorcing, that they have no pre-up, and that the going rumors are include Bill having extramarital affairs for the whole of his 27-year marriage. Whew, that's a lot to bite off, but what may surprise you most is that Bill Gates actually spent a weekend every year in Corolla, North Carolina with his ex-girlfriend (before marriage).
14-Pound Taco at Midtown Restaurant is What You Need Right Now
Are your weekend plans even real if they don't involve massive tacos in Midtown Manhattan?. The answer to that question is obviously a resounding meh, because now that you know an enormous 14-pound taco exists in NYC, you have no choice but to read on for the details to make it a part of life.
New York weddings on the rise again, but financial woes loom
The New York wedding market is creeping back up after an especially difficult pandemic year, but looming financial woes threaten to dampen the love. It's no secret that wedding culture was all but canceled for most of 2020, with those who chose to tie the knot turning to small outdoor ceremonies, scaled-back nuptials, and elopements. The good news is that New York area couples are starting to tip their toes back in the traditional wedding waters, with an estimated 80,000 couples expected to wed this year versus 2020's 60,532 according to Wedding.report.
Facebook's Trump Suspension Upheld, May Be Reinstated Soon Though
Former President Trump's ban from Facebook has been upheld, but that may change and impact Washington, D.C.'s relationship with social media. The Facebook Oversight Board announced this morning that former President Donald Trump is still NOT welcome to use the iconic social media platform, but there's a catch. The board also decided that the suspension can be lifted six months post-suspension should they choose. This is big news for Washington, D.C. insiders and republicans around the country who have been biting their lips as they wait to see how things might unfold.
Ben Affleck is Using Dating Apps + Messaging Real Women
This is your big chance, Affleck fans. If you've ever found yourself wishing and hoping for a chance encounter with Ben Affleck to make your big impression, the universe has obviously seen and heard you. We can report that Pacific Palisades-based Ben Affleck is officially on popular dating app Raya and actually so active that he's reading out to regular, real-world users on the app. We'll take a minute if you need to rush to download the app in hopes of finding your own match with the super star.
Totally Free Foreign Language Courses for Teachers & Healthcare Heroes
Rosetta Stone is giving away totally free memberships to healthcare heroes and teachers. There's some good news for the healthcare heroes and teachers who did their best for us throughout the pandemic. Rosetta Stone, the popular foreign language learning program, is offering free memberships for all sorts of hometown healthcare and educational heroes across the country.
Free McDonald's McFlurries This Week
Good news for those hankering for a rich ice cream treat. McDonald's is offering a totally FREE Caramel Brownie McFlurry this week to anyone who has ever mistaken the McFlurry spoon for a straw, and no, we're not kidding. The promo, which runs from May 3 through 9 helps McDonald's corporarte offices in the United States apologize for their extremely confusing McFlurry spoons while also getting customers excited for the iconic fast food chain's newest iteration of the classic cool treat: Caramel Brownie.
The Wild Center in Adirondacks Reopened to Public + New Programming
Tupper Lake, New York's famous The Wild Center is officially reopened as of May 1 for outdoors excitement, learning, and fun for the entire family. Following its annual month-long closure for spring cleaning, The Wild Center is excited to reopen on Saturday May 1. The nature-based Adirondacks science center will be operating as an outdoors-only experience for the time being in its ongoing effort to protect the health and safety of patrons and employees as the pandemic continues. In addition, the Center will maintain their enhanced operational procedures and cleaning protocols including timed ticket reservations, limited capacity and the use of face coverings.
Sixth Grader from Tennessee Shows Gross Science Experiment at School Fair, Cat Owners Horrified
This sixth grader just changed the way cat owners look at their household surfaces. Are you sitting down? We hope so -- and maybe not on the sofa where your kitty likes to sit, because Tennessee sixth grader, Kaeden Griffin, did a pretty thorough research project for school on all the varied surfaces cats manage to touch with their butts. He conducted this research with his own two cats, documented the findings, and left the local Tennessee residents and internet users everywhere in a state of shock.
Last Minute Gifts for Dog-Loving Moms They'll Love
Still need a few gifts for dog moms in your life this Mother's Day? These are great. If you've spent all your time and energy looking for gifts for human moms this Mother's Day, that's okay, but chances are there are more than a few human gals with cuddly canines that deserve tokens of your appreciation, too. We found several of the cutest gifts for dog moms that ship in time for her to receive by Mother's Day, and guess what? They're great for moms with human kids, too -- because chances are, they have a pup or two as well.
Carhartt Just Released Mother's Day Bouquets & They're Adorable
A very practical bouquet of colorful Carhartt tees is being made in limited quantities. Sure, you could get your mom a typical bouquet of blooms this Mother's Day, but honestly... why? She'll still be left wanting something more after they wither, especially if she's a little bit country (imagine us singing that to you).
Totally Free Alvin Ailey Performance on Mother's Day, Here's How to Access
Can't make it to the theater or Broadway this Mother's Day? Don't worry, this is FREE. The usual Mother's Day tradition for New York and tri-state area families was very often a delicious homemade brunch or a trip to a local pancake house followed by a theater performance or other arts-filled experiences. The pandemic put a strain on all those traditions though, starting with seeing family and stretching all the way to the limited availability of live performances and theater.
Major Gummy Vitamin Recall: Are These in Your Cabinet?
Five major gummy vitamin labels are being recalled because they may contain metal. The recall that was issued just a few days ago includes multivitamins, fiber supplements, and melatonin, and consumers are urged to check their cabinets immediately -- some may contain "metallic mesh material" that could lead to serious digestive tract damage.
Barbie Just Shared Her Official Mother's Day Gift Picks
We chatted with everyone's favorite Malibu-born blonde: Barbie. Barbie, the iconic blonde doll with Malibu roots and a decades-long history of cheer and upbeat vibes, just shared her Mother's Day gift picks with News Break, and we you're going to love how charmingly accessible they are for moms of all types.
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Bryce Gruber covers women's lifestyle content and news ranging from shopping to travel, beauty to parenting, wellness and delicious eating. Find her at @brycegruber on social media, and across a variety of women's lifestyle and parenting topics at TheLuxurySpot.com, Readers' Digest, Bravo, Today's Parent, Chatelaine, FASHION Magazine and on your TV screen through national talk shows. She lives and works in New York's Hudson Valley with her five small children.
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