Archive for August 2026
Delta to Launch New Nonstop Los Angeles-Manila Service, Expanding Asia-Pacific Network
Delta Air Lines is expanding its international footprint with new nonstop service between Los Angeles and Manila, giving travelers a direct connection between Southern California and the Philippines. The new route to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) will further strengthen Delta’s Asia-Pacific network while reinforcing Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as a major gateway for…
Read MoreKandima Maldives Launches Art Exhibition Turning Creativity Into Conservation
A luxury getaway in the Maldives is offering travelers a new reason to explore beyond its beaches and turquoise waters. Kandima Maldives has launched its first on-island “Art for Biodiversity” Exhibition, an initiative that brings together art, tourism and environmental conservation. Created to coincide with Maldives Independence Day, the exhibition is backed by a grant…
Read MoreWaldorf Astoria New York Is Turning Its Grand Ballroom Into a Tennis Court
Tennis is getting a glamorous New York makeover as the Waldorf Astoria New York prepares to transform its legendary Grand Ballroom into a full-size tennis court for one night only. On August 27, 2026, the iconic Manhattan hotel will host the Waldorf Astoria Racquet Club: Ballroom Tennis Invitational, bringing professional tennis, luxury hospitality and high-style…
Read MoreAlix Earle Teams Up With Dunkin’ for a Breakfast Built for Busy Mornings
Dunkin’ is giving busy mornings a caffeinated upgrade with the debut of the Alix’s Earle-Y Riser Meal, a new breakfast collaboration created with social media personality Alix Earle. Available nationwide starting today, the limited-time meal is inspired by Earle’s fast-paced lifestyle and includes several of her Dunkin’ favorites. The lineup features a Shakin’ Espresso with…
Read MoreCLARITY Act Faces Make-or-Break September Showdown as Crypto Rules Hang in the Balance
The cryptocurrency industry is heading into a critical stretch as the Senate prepares to revisit the CLARITY Act, a sweeping bill designed to establish clearer federal rules for digital assets. The legislation, which would help define when cryptocurrencies fall under the jurisdiction of the Securities and Exchange Commission or the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, has…
Read More50 Life-Size Buffalo Puppets Will Roam New York City This September
New Yorkers will have an unusual—and decidedly larger-than-life—visitor this fall when 50 life-sized buffalo puppets take to the streets of Lower Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn for Return of the Buffalo: Tatanka Owe Akupi. Taking place September 19 and 20, the two-day public art spectacle will bring a herd of buffalo into the city as part…
Read MoreStep Inside America’s Gilded Age Through 30 Magnificent Historic Gardens
With HBO’s The Gilded Age returning for its fourth season this fall, interest in the extravagant world of America’s wealthiest families is once again taking center stage. For travelers looking to experience that history beyond the television screen, a new book offers a guide to some of the era’s most spectacular—and surprisingly accessible—legacies. In Gardens…
Read MoreNevis Launches Its First Official Online Store With 90+ Island-Inspired Products
Travelers who want to bring a little piece of the Caribbean home can now shop Nevis year-round. The Nevis Tourism Authority has launched Shop Nevis Naturally, the island’s first official online store and one of the first destination-focused e-commerce platforms of its kind in the Caribbean. The new online shop features more than 90 products…
Read MoreCould a Hug Be Good for Your Skin? The Science Behind the ‘Love Hormone’ Glow
What if the secret to healthier-looking skin isn’t another serum, treatment or complicated 10-step routine—but a hug? Dr. Nicole Hayre, a board-certified dermatologist and MIT graduate, has spent years exploring the connection between emotional well-being and skin health. Her work began with an observation she repeatedly encountered in her dermatology practice: patients who appeared happy,…
Read MoreNew Books Explore Lost Worlds, Family History and New York’s Great Outdoors
From a disappearing Brooklyn neighborhood to little-known Catskills peaks and dog-friendly trails across upstate New York, these new and notable books invite readers to explore the places, people and experiences that have shaped the region. Together, they offer a look at New York through family history, cultural change and outdoor adventure—whether readers are revisiting the…
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