America’s favorite Christmas markets revealed, and one in NYC wins by a mile
Festive Christmas markets nationwide are skipping right past Thanksgiving.
· Andrea Palladino
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The ‘what the hell effect’ could be sabotaging your fitness goals
Embracing a “fitness mindset” can make a huge difference when it comes to living a healthier life.
· Christie Aschwanden
How a couple’s dream honeymoon around the world hid a truly ‘grotesque’ crime
Jamie Starbuck murdered his bride eight days after their wedding and spent $123,000 of her money traveling the world while faking her emails.
· News.com.au
Top spending cities on OnlyFans revealed – and NYC is nowhere near the top
It turns out Americans are paying top dollar to show their fan appreciation.
· Andrea Palladino
San Diego pizza maker has 3,500 people begging for a pie — but only makes 15 a week
The hottest, most elusive culinary reservation in Southern California operates out of an apartment kitchen.
· Titus Wu
California airport sparks online frenzy with peculiar hardware auction
Oakland Airport is auctioning off electric baggage tugs as part of a routine fleet retirement and surplus equipment liquidation.
· Titus Wu
Fitness influencer barely survives terrifying brain infection on tropical vacation — as expert reveals warning signs
"I couldn't even get out of bed," Khiana Smith recalled of her "terrifying" hospital ordeal.
· Fox News
The kindness of strangers: I was crying on a sofa in Ikea. Then a small gesture reminded me that love is possible
Dating as a widow was awkward and I thought a shopping trip would distract me. What it really did was highlight all the couples making homes togetherRead more in the kindness of strangers seriesMy wonderful husband passed away in 2010. My father died soon after that, and I remember saying to my mother: “We’re both i…
· Katie Cunningham
The ‘Taylor Swift of romantasy’ has a new book. Why are people mad? – Full Story Podcast
With midnight book launches, record-breaking sales and billions of TikTok views, romantasy has turned into one of the biggest commercial juggernauts propping up modern publishing.But why are stories combining high fantasy and female-centric erotic romance still dismissed by mainstream culture? Guardian Australia lif…
The secret turbulence of Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh’s dramatic marriage
Co-pilots for life.
· Clare McHugh
New restaurants in the UAE: The latest places to eat and openings to look out for | The National
Acclaimed chefs, international concepts and home-grown brands are bringing fresh flavours and dining experiences to the Emirates
· David Tusing
Hayley Williams teases Manila stop for ‘The Hayley Williams Show’ in 2027
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino music fans may soon see Hayley Williams back in Manila as the American singer-songwriter has seemingly teased a Philippine stop for her ongoing solo tour, “The Hayley Williams Show,” in 2027.
· Mark Carlo Sibug
Hayley Williams teases Manila stop for ‘The Hayley Williams Show’ in 2027
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino music fans may soon see Hayley Williams back in Manila as the American singer-songwriter has seemingly teased a Philippine stop for her ongoing solo tour, “The Hayley Williams Show,” in 2027.
· Mark Carlo Sibug
5 spaces making waves for queer art in Southeast Asia, from Singapore to Bangkok
Thanks to a wave of new galleries, exhibitions and initiatives, queer art is currently in the spotlight in Southeast Asia. While this partly reflects greater queer acceptance in the region – gay sex was decriminalised in Singapore in 2023 and same-sex marriage legalised in Thailand in 2025 – many of these openings a…
· Oliver Giles
BB Gandanghari gives glimpse of Rene Baterbonia movie
MANILA, Philippines — BB Gandanghari has given the public a first glimpse of an upcoming film about the life of Rene Baterbonia.
· Mark Carlo Sibug
BB Gandanghari gives glimpse of Rene Baterbonia movie
MANILA, Philippines — BB Gandanghari has given the public a first glimpse of an upcoming film about the life of Rene Baterbonia.
· Mark Carlo Sibug
Eurovision brings pop and politics to Asia
BANGKOK — Boasting K-pop and Bangladeshi beatboxing, Eurovision stages its first Asia edition this Saturday, bringing the European song contest's unique brand of kitsch and geopolitics to the world's most populous region.
· Agence France-Presse
How Godzilla’s appearance has evolved over 70 years, from puppet to costume to CGI
By Christopher Borrelli Seventy years ago, Godzilla, King of the Monsters! debuted in Chicago theatres as half of a double bill with a Roger Corman prison flick, Swamp Women. Infamously, the monster movie underwent an extensive facelift between its Japanese premiere in 1954 and its landfall in the United States two …
· Tribune News Service
HSBC bets HK$4 million a month on flagship branch to keep physical outlets relevant
HSBC is turning to coffee, macarons and essential-oil massages to draw customers into its branches, as traditional lenders rethink their physical networks amid growing use of digital banking. The bank is spending HK$4 million (US$510,200) a month on its five-storey Causeway Bay flagship, which opened on Sunday at Ca…
· Peggy Ye
Coastal residents fuming after being hit with $541,000 light bill
Residents in this idyllic Mornington Peninsula town know their marina lifestyle comes at a cost. But they say funding public road infrastructure is a step too far.
· Benjamin Preiss
Money over models: big fashion brand contracts seek range of AI rights
AI-generated fashion models present a tantalising opportunity for brands: the ability to create lifelike images for their retail websites while cutting costs by 90 per cent or more compared to photo shoots with human models. For the modelling industry, the technology poses an existential threat because of scant re…
· Reuters
China US$300 dating app ‘marriage-or-refund’ guarantee sparks intense online buzz
In China’s competitive dating market, a new matchmaking start-up is staking its revenue on a bold wager: find true love, or get every penny back. Launched in July, Liangpei AI charges an annual membership fee of 2,000 yuan (US$300), which is fully refundable if a user remains unmarried after three years. The offer i…
· Zoey Zhang
WWII veteran becomes viral sensation thanks to Gen-Z neighbor
A 98-year-old World War II and Korean War veteran has become a social media star, with fans around the world saluating him for his service -- thanks to a 26-year-old neighbor who treats him like his own grandfather.
· Angela Barbuti
Bill Maher compares Texas flipping blue to ‘finding out your girlfriend is dating a lesbian’ in brutal GOP midterm roast
Talk host Bill Maher marveled in his latest monologue about Democratic wins in red America – in particular the GOP's shock loss to state Rep. James Talarico in the Texas Senate race.
· Geoff Earle
Bill Maher compares Texas flipping blue to ‘finding out your girlfriend is dating a lesbian’ in brutal GOP midterm roast
Talk host Bill Maher marveled in his latest monologue about Democratic wins in red America – in particular the GOP's shock loss to state Rep. James Talarico in the Texas Senate race.
· Geoff Earle
‘You expect me to tip a robot?’ Airline passenger fumes over tip prompt on $5 airport water
The tip-pocalypse has arrived.
· Aurielle Weiss
Iconic Hollywood eatery marks anniversary with 87-cent deal on signature menu item
Pink's Hot Dogs is offering its famous chili dogs for just 87 cents Sunday.
· Katie Jerkovich
Actor Pia Miranda, a smashed statue, and the habit she sticks to each time she travels
Eight well-known Australians share the most treasured items in their home.
· Jane Rocca
Making this one change to your social catch-ups can help support brain health
Keeping our brains active at any age takes practice, but there are simple habits everyone can follow.
· Shona Hendley
Motel makeovers are a big trend. This Ibiza-inspired South Coast beauty sets a new bar
A new generation of Australian hotels is redefining the space where design and a sense of place converge.
· Elana Castle
‘It’s almost like jewellery’: The trick to giving your bathroom makeover a luxury feel
Coloured baths, textiles and the return of a retro item are among the top trends.
· Lilith Hudson
In-N-Out CEO speaks out as rumors swirl beloved burger chain is ditching California
In-N-Out is still seeking to expand in Tennessee and other states.
· Titus Wu
Pope arrives in Uruguay at start of SAmerican tour
MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay — Three weeks after lung cancer surgery, Pope Leo XIV opened a three-nation tour of Latin America on Friday by declaring he felt better than he looked and crediting God, good doctors and his healthy lifestyle with his quick recovery.
· Associated Press
What Americans get wrong about healthy eating — and there’s a simple fix, according to a nutrition scientist
Nutrition pro says Americans may be making healthy eating more complicated than it needs to be
· Fox News
Avid travelers are flocking to these hotspots for an authentic experience — beyond the typical tourist traps
Shocking news: House sitters would rather plan their stays by a beach than anywhere else in America.
· Reda Wigle
NYC tops latest list of coolest cities
New York City took the top spot in a new ranking of the coolest cities in the U.S. and Canada, beating out second-place Boston with a score of 89.11.
· Reda Wigle
Park Bo-gum earns hairdressing license on second attempt
South Korean actor Park Bo-gum has officially become a licensed hairdresser after passing the country's national technical qualification examination for general hairdressing on his second attempt.
· Mark Carlo Sibug
Writer Nick Harkaway expands his father John le Carré's spyverse in new thriller 'The Taper Man'
LONDON — Britain is wracked with anxiety about national decline, Russians are meddling, and relations are strained with the UK's American cousins.
· Associated Press
John Malkovich reflects on the limits of friendship in 'Wild Horse Nine'
LOS ANGELES — US actor John Malkovich has close, longtime friends, but unlike his character Chris in the new dark comedy 'Wild Horse Nine,' he thinks there are limits on what one can ask them to do.
· Agence France-Presse
TikTok accused of helping to promote sex industry to girls
Researchers say popular performers covertly market OnlyFans content and tell followers about wealthy lifestyleTikTok is helping to promote and normalise the sex industry, allowing “sexfluencers” to post videos aimed at marketing pornographic content they have uploaded elsewhere on sites such as OnlyFans, a report in…
· Ameliagentleman
Artist Oscar Chan examines religion, myth and trauma in haunting Hong Kong exhibition
After artist Oscar Chan Yik-long left Hong Kong for Europe – first to Paris, then Helsinki – in 2019, he did not return to the city for many years. Widely considered one of Hong Kong’s most promising young talents, Chan even missed his 2021 solo exhibition – a display of the gothic, monochrome works he is best known…
· Zabrina Lo
The week in photos: October 31 to November 6, 2026
A recap of news, sports, lifestyle, entertainment, and human interest images from the Philippines and around the globe
· Leanne Jazul
A K-beauty rival? C-beauty brands take on the global market with lines in Ulta, Boots
China’s beauty brands are stepping into the global market, armed with intricately carved lipsticks, freeze-dried face masks activated with purified water, and creams infused with traditional Chinese medicine ingredients. Proya Cosmetics, the largest C-beauty brand by revenue, is among the most aggressive. Its Advan…
· Reuters
North Korea’s army of world-class hackers is secret weapon that took down Binance
The lifestyle of a hacker or elite technology worker for North Korea is grueling. PSCORE executive director Nam Bada says, 'There is always pressure to keep earning money.'
· Victor Barreiro Jr.
Mom erupts at ‘vile’ elderly woman: ‘Tell your kids to be f—ing quiet’
An early-morning dispute between an elderly customer and two moms over noisy children has split Australians over public etiquette.
· Kidspot
First sitting: November dining experiences to try, and new restaurant openings | The National
A new face at Broadway at Emirates Palace and a 12-course tasting menu in Dubai
· Hayley Kadrou
Travelers are being targeted in new authorization scam, EU warns
The EU warns travelers about scams as over 150 unofficial websites charge fees for ETIAS travel authorizations that have not yet launched.
· Fox News
After US midterms, how bitter political divisions eroded 4 Chinese dynasties
The recent American midterm elections offered yet another glimpse into a political culture increasingly defined by division and hostility. In the state of Ohio, Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy ran an attack advertisement against his Democratic rival, Amy Acton, exploiting painful details of her ch…
· Wee Kek Koon
Seaside village just 3 hours from LA is California’s ‘coolest’ small town — perfect for a fall weekend escape
Who says fall in California can't be cozy?
· Christopher Edwards