Major airline increases its checked bag fees — for the second time this year
This marks the second time in less than a year that the Queens-based airline has raised baggage fees.
· Reda Wigle
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Beloved fast-food burger franchise files for bankruptcy amid plummeting revenue
A franchisee of a 40-year-old burger chain has declared bankruptcy amid sinking sales.
· Reda Wigle
Diamond duds! As De Beers’ sales plummet, even brides want a handbag over a ring
As diamonds lose 50% of their resale value, some shoppers are hoping handbags are a smarter — and flashier — investment.
· Faran Krentcil
Martha Stewart sensationally blames ‘Today’ host Craig Melvin for homeless Halloween costume fiasco
In the lifestyle guru's initial defense of her controversial costume, she said she wanted to "bring more awareness" to the homelessness crisis.
· Riley Cardoza
AI sex ads and deepfake micro-dramas are infiltrating children’s feeds — but TikTok says it’s legal
A woman is pregnant with a dragon on TikTok and another is sleeping with her werewolf brother-in-law — and kids can see it all.
· Andrea Palladino
Fast-growing budget airline launches 6 nonstop flights to orphaned Spirit routes — including international hotspots
The low-cost carrier is ramping up service to reconnect orphaned airports left in the lurch by Spirit’s collapse and is adding tropical getaways to Jamaica and the Dominican Republic.
· Andrea Palladino
Cup of Joe reaches for new milestones
Is there a Grammy in the offing for Cup of Joe? Maybe. The history making band from the North has submitted its track “Sandali” to the Grammy selection committee to compete in the Best Asian Pop Performance category.
· Mark Bonifacio
Michael Sager, Kelvin Miranda and Anton Vinzon explore musical chemistry
Three of GMA Network’s rising male stars are joining forces for a night of music and entertainment as Michael Sager, Kelvin Miranda and Anton Vinzon headline “Gen Z Heartthrobs,” a pre-Valentine concert scheduled for Jan. 15, 2027, at the New Frontier Theater in Quezon City.
· Iza Iglesias
Female cancer survivor sends strong message after running topless during NYC marathon
New Jersey-based mother Lauren Spiezia, 33, completed the grueling race topless to raise awareness for breast cancer after surviving her own battle with the disease.
· News.com.au
American teenager finds 3,300-year-old scarab amulet during school trip to ancient Canaanite city
Professor Ido Koch of Tel Aviv University’s Archaeology and Ancient Near Eastern Cultures Department examined the amulet, dating the seal to the Late Bronze Age.
· MIRIAM SELA-EITAM
Sydney Sweeney house hunting across the pond in neighborhood beloved by A-listers
“Sydney has visited the Cotswolds twice in the past 10 months, and absolutely loves it," a source told the US Sun.
· Tamantha Ryan
Sublime strawberries and great grapefruit among Australia’s best-value fruit and veg for November
‘Tons of mangoes’ are also coming through, with more stone fruit on the way towards the end of the monthGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailGolden mangoes and juicy strawberries are to be relished this month, with the warmer weather bringing on the fruits, says Michael Hsu, operational manager at Sydney’s Pan…
· Isabella Lee
Can or not? 2 migrant workers in Singapore using recycling machine sparks debate
The refund is small – 10 Singapore cents (8 US cents) per bottle – for each return under Singapore’s Beverage Container Return Scheme (BCRS). But the uproar is big. Since BCRS reverse vending machines became fully operational on October 1, Singapore’s social media has been flooded with videos and posts criticising p…
· SCMP’s Asia desk
‘Harassed and extorted’: Diner slams restaurant’s sneaky ‘admin fee’
An outraged diner is calling out a major restaurant chain after discovering a surprise "admin fee" quietly tacked onto his dinner bill.
· Andrea Palladino
La Bola Negra review: Cannes-winning queer epic is a towering cinematic achievement
4/5 stars Winner of the best director prize at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, La Bola Negra – the new film from Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calvo, collectively known as Los Javis – is a staggering cinematic tapestry. It functions as a speculative adaptation of a famously incomplete 20th century literary work, a he…
· James Marsh
An anonymous celebrity loses UK court bid to block reports of alleged sexual misconduct
LONDON, United Kingdom — An unidentified celebrity lost a bid Tuesday for a UK court injunction to block two news organizations from publishing sexual misconduct allegations against him.
· Associated Press
As an American expat in the Middle East, I still care deeply about the country I left behind | The National
Watching the US midterms from Abu Dhabi brings familiar hope and frustration, even after more than a decade away
· Evelyn Lau
Bye bye boys! The provocative reason so many moms now only want girls
Stuart Brazell had already given birth to two boys when she convinced her husband to try for a third baby—certain that this time she'd finally have the daughter she'd always dreamed of.
· Kyra Breslin
Disney+ K-drama The Perfect Lie: Yoo Yeon-seok, Seo Hyun-jin in twisty date-rape drama
Lead cast: Yoo Yeon-seok, Seo Hyun-jin Latest Nielsen rating: 1.9 per cent In The Perfect Lie, a tense Korean adaptation of the 2017 British series Liar, a cautious slice-of-life romance rapidly morphs into a dark psychological thriller about personal boundaries. Seo Hyun-jin (The Trunk) is Kang Ji-seon, a teacher s…
· Pierce Conran
The community benefits of second-hand book swaps in the UAE: 'You’re creating connections' | The National
Little Free Library’s latest location in Dubai encourages children to read and brings the neighbourhood together
· Gemma White
Music links past, present for Pedro Pascal's cellist in 'Behemoth!'
NEW YORK, United States — Pedro Pascal learned to play the cello for his starring role in upcoming film 'Behemoth!' from Oscar-winning writer-director Tony Gilroy.
· Agence France-Presse
Where to eat in Yogyakarta: 5 places worth visiting
There’s a relaxed, creative energy to Yogyakarta that sets it apart from Indonesia’s better-known tourist destinations. The Central Javanese city, known locally as Jogja, is home to a royal court and some of the country’s leading universities, along with galleries, independent shops and an abundance of street art. I…
· Cat Nelson
Tony Butala, co-founder of Lettermen vocal group known for 'The Way You Look Tonight,' dies at 87
NEW YORK — Tony Butala, co-founder of the Grammy-nominated trio The Lettermen, whose lush vocal harmonies made them one of the most popular vocal groups of the 1960s, died Sunday. He was 87.
· Associated Press
Should you always go to sleep at the same time as your partner?
What happens if a morning bird spends the night with a night owl? Experts have thoughts.
· Abby Seaman
Popeyes revives retro Cajun Onion Rings side that fans have wanted for years
The crispy, Cajun spice-covered rings come with a cup of buttermilk ranch and are available for a limited time.
· Fox News
Vermosa sets the stage for Sun Life’s active lifestyle advocacy
MANILA, Philippines — The Ayala Vermosa Sports Hub in Imus, Cavite, will take center stage as the venue for the inaugural Sun Life Bike and Run on Sunday (Nov. 8), bringing together cyclists, runners and families for a day of fitness, fun and community engagement.
· The Manila Times
Malaysia’s debut Hyrox event in jeopardy over beer sponsorship
Organisers of Malaysia’s first Hyrox fitness competition agreed on Wednesday to exclude the event from a partnership with beer brand Carlsberg after Muslim entrants threatened to pull out and authorities warned they would withhold approval over the alcohol sponsorship. The tie-up had angered some participants who sa…
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
How corn is being elevated in a-maize-ing creations at Hong Kong restaurants and bars
The hottest ingredient of 2026? It is not a new breed of truffle, chocolate-fed Wagyu, nor caviar on pearl spoons. Instead, this ingredient is far from new, dating back about 9,000 years: corn. Across New York, London and Japan, sweetcorn pastries, pastas and pizzas have captured the imagination of chefs, content cr…
· Doris Lam
Cancer at 32, laid off at 50. How a Singaporean rebuilt his life after major setbacks
Edgar Tang was 32 and on holiday in London when a call from his doctor changed his life. He was diagnosed with stage three Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a cancer of the lymphatic system. His only symptom had been a swollen lymph node on the left side of his neck, something he had been inclined to ignore. The diagnosis left hi…
· Kavita Daswani
Latte on-the-go: When craft meets convenience
Imagine a world where perfect matches are effortlessly made. Some people spend their whole lives searching for the right match in life and career. A lot of trial and error goes into creating something that balances the best of both worlds. Think of an extroverted friend who adopts an introvert, a cold day paired wit…
· The Manila Times
Bay Area assistant admits to stealing $18M from boss to fund lavish lifestyle in decade-long scheme
She systematically used the accounts to cover tens of thousands of dollars in her own personal credit card charges every month.
· Georgia Clelland
Inside the Shanghai Grand Opera House, a US$590 million performing arts marvel
Even before its doors opened on October 17, the striking, gleaming-white landmark had long redefined the skyline along the Huangpu River in Shanghai. The Shanghai Grand Opera House, which took 10 years to build, is a massive spiral structure rising above the Expo Culture Park in the Chinese city’s Pudong New Area th…
· Zabrina Lo
All the free and discounted stuff voters can score on Election Day
Businesses and nonprofits are rolling out perks for voters who show up to cast their ballots.
· Sheetal Banchariya
California-grown fast-food chain under fire as fans say quality vanished while prices shot up
"Overpriced slop," one burger lover spat.
· Christopher Edwards
Diamond District novel is inspired by NYC women’s real-life tales working there: ‘You do get people trying to sell you stuff that’s fugazi’
Anna Rasche spent over five years working in the iconic NYC neighborhood, now she's written a novel, 'The Cursed Diamond,' about it.
· Raquel Laneri
Artist Rashid Johnson dating Lake Bell five months after splitting from wife Sheree Hovsepian
Actress Lake Bell and artist Rashid Johnson have gone public with their romance five months after his split from wife Sheree Hovsepian.
· Martha Williams
Target rivals Costco’s food court with new snack bar — but some shoppers say they missed the mark
Target is taking a shot at Costco's iconic food court with new NYC offering.
· Aurielle Weiss
Surprising fact about ‘duty sex’ revealed — and the real reason couples do it: study
Couples across the US are heeding the call of duty.
· Reda Wigle
Eight unexpected joys of working on Christmas Day revealed in new survey
The eight unexpected joys of working on Christmas Day have been revealed – and they’re not all about the money.
· SWNS
NYC’s pampered pups are getting five-star treatment at $100k-a-year luxury country escapes
With owners shelling out eye-popping sums to give their four-legged family members the good life, it's clearly a dog's world — and the humans are just footing the bill.
· Heather Stein
The terrifying reason psychopaths are more likely to land a second date: study
Are you on a date with someone who's handsome and kind? They could be a psychosexual sadist.
· Ben Cost
The next beauty conversation isn't about skin, it's about your scalp
Target Pro by Watsons is proof that consumers are becoming more discerning, as the brand celebrates its 10th anniversary. The positive consumer response and influencer reviews of its consumer-focused anniversary activations and promotions demonstrate that people increasingly value science-backed, targeted solutions …
· The Manila Times
Can you talk to your cells?
Yes — but not in words. Your cells do not understand English or Filipino. They do, however, understand chemistry, the language of the body.
· Cory Quirino
TNT, Viva advance 48 singers in ‘SayaOke’
Forty-eight aspiring singers from across the Philippines are moving closer to their dreams as TNT and Viva bring their nationwide karaoke competition, “SayaOke,” to its next stage, featuring weekly live showdowns and a chance to secure a recording contract.
· Iza Iglesias
Serving up wellness through pickleball
Promoting an active lifestyle through sports and community engagement, health supplement brand Healthmate held its “Let’s Play Pickle!” pickleball tournament on Oct. 24 at Dink & Shot in Marikina City, carrying the theme “A Celebration of Wins & Wellness.”
· The Manila Times
Governor Hochul’s HEAP program wants to keep NY warm this winter — with checks sent to families for up to $1,086
Winter relief is on the way as eligible Gothamites are in line for checks.
· Aurielle Weiss
National Sandwich Day 2026 deals and freebies: Subway, Doordash and more
Save big on National Sandwich Day with BOGO footlongs at Subway, free delivery at Jersey Mike's, and $15 off Pepsi orders on DoorDash.
· Andrea Palladino
Enzo Pineda and Michelle Vito are officially engaged
MANILA, Philippines — Celebrity couple Enzo Pineda and Michelle Vito are officially engaged after six years of being together.
· Mark Carlo Sibug
Diwali 2026: When and where to celebrate in the UAE | The National
From its origins and significance to age-old traditions and festivities across the UAE, here's everything you need to know about one of Hinduism's most important occasions
· David Tusing