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Cheryl E Preston

Etiquette and Miss Emily Post once frowned upon females who sat gap-legged in public. In Virginia, books in school libraries, teen magazines, and older females often suggested that young ladies cross their legs at the ankle while seated.

"Cross your legs at the ankle young lady" is not totally forgotten today

New Orleans, LA

As she preps for her new chapter she's stopping by New Orleans for an unforgettable experience. We were introduced to JT as one-half of the dynamic rap duo City Girls. Now, as a solo superstar, she continues to impress with her unique aesthetic and unshakable confidence. Billboard has already appointed the Miami-bred MC as one of the hottest female rappers of the moment. This year, she dominated the Hot 100 with her rumbling anthem “OKAY” and set the club circuit on fire with her celebrated JT’s Coming Tour and now she’s coming to GU Kickback.

Essence Festival 2024: JT Is Bringing City Cinderella Flavor To GU Kickback

Renowned for his photography and documentary films on Istanbul’s urban transformation, Timurtaş Onan dedicates his latest book to the inns and inhabitants of the Historical Peninsula and Sirkeci. “Occasionally, I catch snippets of music on the streets, scenes from films, or lines from poems.Sometimes, I see the characters from novels or movies in the people I photograph. Other times, I simply enjoy the moment without taking any photos, savouring a café in a back alley.”

Timurtaş Onan: Hans of Istanbul

Sufferers of vertigo, look away now. Plans have been revealed for west London's highest rooftop restaurant and bar, which will open next summer. It will sit atop the imposing Paddington Square development (which is right next to the entrance to Paddington Station) on the 17th and 18th floors of the newly opened retail and office block. The glamour!

West London's highest rooftop restaurant and bar to open in Paddington

Securing a spot in the top 20 most liveable cities on Earth is a pretty big deal, especially when five Australian cities make the cut. However, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows for our Lucky Country. Adelaide was the only Aussie capital to improve on its 2023 ranking, while Melbourne and Sydney slid down the list, due to lower infrastructure scores caused by the rising cost of living.

Five Australian capital cities have ranked among the world’s 20 most liveable – but it’s not all good news

Soho House has officially landed in São Paulo. Marking the club’s first South American location and second in Latin America, Soho House São Paulo is located within Cidade Matarazzo in the Bela Vista neighborhood. Featuring 32 rooms, a gym, a rooftop pool bar, restaurant bar and club...

Take a Look Inside Soho House São Paulo

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

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Bryce Gruber

The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

It’s taking over our cities. It’s invading the very fabric of our lives. It’s got your best friend, your coworkers, your morning walks. There’s nothing you can do to escape... the running epidemic. If you haven’t started running yet, it’s only a matter of time. When...

This running route’s been named London's most picturesque

With its tropical temperatures, palm tree-lined beaches and unbelievably blue waters, the Caribbean is a paradise for travellers. However, the region is currently experiencing an extraordinarily intense hurricane season, with conditions made more extreme by the climate emergency. Hurricane Beryl made landfall on Monday July 1 on Carriacou, an island...

Is it safe to travel to the Caribbean right now? Latest advice amid Hurricane Beryl flight cancellations

At a famous Buddhist temple in Japan, pots of lotus flowers augment the already breathtaking scenery of the temple—but they’re more than what they seem. The lotus is a foundational part of Buddhist iconography, but the plants sitting in front of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Byōdō-in Temple in Uji were grown from seeds found buried in a layer of dirt from a pond dug by monks there over 200 years ago.

Lotus Grown from 200-year-old Seed in Full Bloom at Kyoto’s Byōdō-in Temple – (LOOK)

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What makes a zodiac sign high maintenance? Needing extra attention can make someone high maintenance. Uncontrollable emotional roller coasters can make someone high maintenance. Demanding others more than they can give can make someone high maintenance. Needing all of the attention all or most of the time can make someone high maintenance.

5 Zodiac Signs That Are High Maintenance

New York City, NY

Time Out New York

If you want to take a quick relaxing trip to Finland—allegedly the world's happiest country—but can do without the uncomfortable eight-hour flight, the Finnish Long Drink canned cocktail brand is bringing a slice of the European country to New York City for one weekend only. Starting today, June...

This Finnish spa is opening in NYC for one weekend only

You clearly haven’t been paying much attention if the recent renaissance of Peckham has passed you by, but the perfect opportunity to catch up has just come around. That’s because a smattering of SE15’s finest restaurants have joined forces, thanks to rallying by local fave Mr Bao, to celebrate the neighbourhood’s vibrant food scene. From local institutions to brand-new openings, the most enticing places to eat in the area have united to offer never-before-seen dishes for just £8. For each one bought, £1 will be donated to the Peckham Pantry, and there are some cracking dishes on offer: head to Peckham Cellars for scallops with spicy chorizo and cauliflower puree, Levan for French toast with mortadella and exmoor caviar, or Flygerians for burritos with jollof, chicken, beef or efo rino. There’s plenty more on the menu, too.

Mr Bao’s Peckham Weekender

Her authenticity and relatability has made her one of the most promising artists to emerge from New Orleans. Treety, a rising star from New Orleans, is making waves in the rap scene with her distinctive style and bold personality. Known for her assertive and sultry lyrics, she has quickly gained a loyal following. Treety’s music reflects the rich cultural legacy of New Orleans, blending elements of hip-hop with the city’s unique musical traditions. Her ability to infuse notable R&B jams to a bounce music beat continues to draw eyes to her whether you’re on TikTok, Instagram, or X.

Essence Festival 2024: Get To Know Kickback Performer Treety

Have you ever met someone who is wise beyond their age? Such people are often referred to as old souls. They understand life and the world better than many zodiac signs. A soul’s age doesn’t necessarily match a person’s actual age. Instead, it advances based on the life experiences someone has.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Old Souls

Awakenings has shared initial details for its Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) programming this fall. When the global dance music industry flocks to Amsterdam for this year’s conference, the renowned Dutch techno festival and events brand will return to its longtime ADE stomping grounds at the city’s famous Gashouder and Ziggo Dome venues from October 16-19, with eight artist and label-curated events.

Awakenings Unveils Initial Programming For ADE 2024

Singapore MYs have so much to look forward to in July. Not only is K-pop girl group Aespa performing for the first time in Singapore on July 20, but they will also be holding a fan signing event on July 21. The fan sign event will take place at Plaza...

K-pop girl group Aespa to hold Singapore fansign on July 21

It is early June and I am in Mexico City attempting to operate a gigantic semi-inflatable whale that is suspended from the ceiling of the city’s Fronton Mexico theatre. It is, to put it mildly, fucking terrifying. This is the titanic centrepiece of Aven, the spectacular second show proper...

The Happiest Show on Earth is coming to London

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Every June, hundreds of thousands of people pile into cars, buses, trains, and planes to make the pilgrimage to Glastonbury festival. For more than 50 years, it’s been a week-long insanity farm for music lovers of every tribe. A place where you can drink warm lager and dab dodgy MDMA, then lose yourself in some sort of murky hobbit den filled with sculptures made from car exhausts while a DJ in a top hat plays electro swing.

Ten Weird, Iconic Photos That Capture the Messy Essence of Glastonbury

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3 Tanabata festivals to check out in Tokyo this July 5-7 weekend

Summertime is festival time in Tokyo. And while many associate the season with Bon Odori, that’s not the only celebration happening around this time of year....

3 Tanabata festivals to check out in Tokyo this July 5-7 weekend

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