So, you're about to leave for your first cruise trip. Congrats! Did you pack everything you need? Clothes? Sunscreen? Booze (yes, you can usually bring it)? And what about your vape? Did you pack that one, or are you worried it might get confiscated upon boarding the ship?. If you're...

Can You Light Up on the High Seas? What to Know About Smoking on Cruise Ships

Portland, OR

In recent years Portland's bar scene has undergone an exciting transformation, with new concepts by people of diverse backgrounds at the forefront. More and more bar owners in the City of Roses are leaning into their roots, embracing accessibility, empowering their communities, and changing the faces of drinking in Portland. With an onslaught of new women-, LGBTQ-, and BIPOC-owned and operated bars opening up in Portland, now is the time to check out some of the best new places to have a drink in the city. Whether you’re looking to sip women-brewed beer while you watch women’s sports, pair innovative mole desserts with mezcal cocktails, or learn what a natural wine is in a class taught in Spanish, there is a cocktail bar, brewpub, dive, or wine bar for you in Portland.

10 Bars You Can't Leave Portland Without Trying

Los Angeles, CA

Growing up in Los Angeles, the Hollywood Sign served the same purpose to me as God or the moon did to others; no matter what, I always knew it would be there. It is LA’s unofficial coat of arms. Watching Tom Cruise climb Mount Lee and staple rings to it in the 2024 Olympics closing ceremony harkened me back to my childhood, when I was always hiking to the sign and taking photos myself, and, of course, was shocked and delighted each and every time someone altered it as a prank, celebration, or in protest. Every Angeleno has a favorite iteration of the sign, so without further ado, here’s our ranking of the best Hollywood Sign makeovers.

A Definitive Ranking of the Best Hollywood Sign Alterations

South Carolina State

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Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Security at the airport is a fickle dance. Shoes, jackets, and belts off! Check your pockets! Electronics out? Yes? No! Electronics back in your bags. Place your 3.4-ounce liquids in their clear, quart-sized bag in a bin! And so on and so forth. It’s like a game where the rules are always changing. And some airports make this experience much worse than others.

The Worst TSA Experience in the U.S. Is at This East Coast Airport

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The late actor/musician Ricky Nelson had been performing since almost the day he was born. Nelson's parents, Ozzie and Harriet Nelson were also talented and in the public eye. Together, the former band leader and vocalist wife, joined Ricky and their other son, David Nelson, to star in the TV sitcom, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.

The Tragic Death of Former Teen Idol Ricky Nelson of TV's Classic 'Ozzie and Harriet' Sitcom

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"I worked at Walgreens for 4 years. There was never a dress code for customers". A Walgreens shopper says a manager kicked her out of the store for not following the store’s dress code, sparking outrage in a viral TikTok.

I didn’t realize you had a new dress code for customers: Walgreens shopper says she was forced out

Georgia State

Charlotte, NC

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Here we (could) go again.. After making a second landfall in South Carolina, Debby weakened to a tropical storm and now located close to Charlotte, North Carolina. Despite the downgrade, the storm remains a threat, bringing heavy rainfall and tornado watches across North Carolina. Tragically, Debby has claimed six lives, including two in Georgia. Although Debby will soon lose its tropical characteristics, the risk of flooding and tornadoes persists as it moves into other states.

NHC Monitors Potential New Storm That Could Threaten Georgia

Las Vegas, NV

Where can you go to get a good meal around here? Between steakhouses, Italian joints, and even vegan restaurants, the Las Vegas dining scene is on fire, featuring food from some of the best chefs in the industry. Whether you're craving a slice of pizza or an indulgent multicourse feast, Sin City has something for everyone. It's not just the Strip either, the neighborhood dining scene is booming in the areas like the Downtown Arts District, Southwest Valley, and Chinatown. It's an exciting time with lots of great restaurants in Las Vegas, and while you can't go wrong with the tried-and-true dining experiences that define this town, the following collection of intriguing restaurants is your quick-and-easy cheat sheet for some of the best meals around.

Don’t Leave Las Vegas Without Visiting These Standout Restaurants

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

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Horoscope of the Day, Friday, August 16th

Tampa, FL

Jacksonville, FL

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Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Vermont State

Burlington, VT

Fall is quickly approaching, with just over a month left of summer before we fully descend into pumpkin spice-flavored everything, thick scarves, and soup. One of the most exciting parts of Fall’s arrival is the changing of the leaves. Trees go from brilliant green canopies to tapestries of orange, red, and gold. Trying to capture maximum leaf turns is a science, and people make great efforts to see peak fall foliage every year.

Emergency Leaf-Peeping Question? This Hotel Has a Hotline for That

After being forced to cancel recent tour performances, famed Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, who just turned 59, shared the tragic news that led to his decision:. The music legend took to social media on July 22, 2024, mentioning the death of his stepdaughter Lucy-Bleu Knight.

Legendary Rock Guitarist Slash Turns 59 and Cancels Tour Amid the Tragic Death of His Stepdaughter

Los Angeles County, CA

It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

New York City, NY

For the last few years, the internet has been obsessed with resurrecting the iconography of the devastatingly handsome John F. Kennedy Jr. and effortlessly chic Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. At the heart of this fascination is an attempt to return to ’90s New York, where people still smoked cigarettes inside bars and Saks Fifth Avenue ran supreme—ironically, a New York most members of Gen Z have not experienced themselves. Now that a politically peppy Jack Schlossberg is on the scene this election year, it’s clear the Kennedy name isn’t going anywhere.

Obsessed with the Kennedys? These Are Their Favorite Spots in NYC

Massachusetts State

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

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How Much Do Cruises Cost, Anyway?

What do you picture when you think of a cruise? Giant water slides and an endless number of bars? An intimate down-river escape? Depending on what...

How Much Do Cruises Cost, Anyway?

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