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Kimpton to Introduce Refreshing Take on Luxury Lifestyle to Scottsdale’s Paradise Valley with New Desert Resort Signing
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Kimpton, part of IHG's fast-growing luxury and lifestyle portfolio, celebrates the signing of Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas in Paradise Valley, Ariz., a scenic desert and mountain enclave east of Phoenix. The resort will become the first branded IHG luxury and lifestyle property in the Paradise Valley/Scottsdale market upon its planned early 2026 opening, and take shape through a significant reimagination of an existing spacious 42-acre retreat.
Set against the backdrop of the Camelback and Mummy Mountains, and a short distance from the renowned Old Town Scottsdale retail and entertainment district, Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas will offer a refreshing alternative to the traditional desert hospitality experience while also serving as a destination for the local community. The resort's thoughtful design echoes the surrounding serene desert landscape and natural beauty throughout its public spaces and...
GoPro Announces Three New Products
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Lifestyle GoPro Announces Three New Products – MAX2: 360 Camera with True 8K Resolution and Twist-and-Go Replaceable Lenses, LIT HERO: Miniature 4K Lifestyle Camera with Built-In Light for ‘Whatever, Whenever’ Capture, and Fluid Pro AI: Gimbal for Stabilising GoPros, Phones and Other Cameras.New MAX2 360 Camera featuring Emmy® Award-Winning 360 Technology Captures True 8K 360 Video with up to 21% More Resolution Than the Competition, Easy to Replace Lenses—No Tools or Calibration Necessary—10-Bit Color in True 8K and GP-Log, Category-Leading 6 Mics, Up to 300Mbps Bitrate with GoPro Labs, Invisible Pole Mounting and More
GoPro Quik App’s AI-Enhanced Features Make it Easier Than Ever to Edit and Share Engaging 360 Content and Traditional Videos
New Waterproof, Ultra-Compact LIT HERO Camera Features a Built-In Light for “Whatever, Whenever” Lifestyle Capture, 4K60 Video, 2X Slo-Mo Playback, Magnetic Mounting...
FTC Minister Wike’s Aide Shows Activist Sowore Pays About N250m Per Annum For Son’s Sch Fees
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FCT minister Wike’s media aide, Lere Olayinka, dismissed Sowore’s claims about Wike’s alleged property in Florida and instead accused Sowore of owning a $552,000 mansion in the US. He also alleged that Sowore pays about $163,815 (₦250m) annually for his son’s school in New Jersey, describing him as a “cashtivist” funding his lifestyle through blackmail and foreign grants.Lere wrote on X:"Sowore's son, Komi (14 years) attends Dwight-Eaglewood School in New Jersey, US.He pays $54,605 (about N85m) per term.Sowore is paying $163,815 (about N250m) per annum.The Dwight-Englewood School (D-E) is an independent coeducational college-preparatory day school, located in Englewood in Bergen County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey.The school teaches students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade in three functionally separate schools.Cashtivist Sowore is paying $163,815 (about N250m) per annum as tuition fee plus $700...
Ultimate Pumpkin Spice Guide: Fall Beauty, Skincare, Decor & More
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E! Illustration/SnifIf you’re reading this, congrats, you’ve officially been pumpkin spice-pilled. Once unfairly labeled “basic,” pumpkin spice is now recognized for what it truly is: a cozy, comforting fall classic with serious staying power.
The warm, nostalgic scent and flavor aren’t just a trend, they’re a seasonal lifestyle. And if you’re a true pumpkin spice lover, you deserve to bring that joy into every corner of your life.
We’re not just talking lattes (though obviously, yes). We mean pumpkin spice everything: lip masks, hand sanitizers that smell like a cozy fall afternoon, nail polish in the perfect burnt orange hue, and home decor that looks like it came straight from the pumpkin patch.
There’s even fashion to match your PSL vibes—because why not wear your obsession? You’ve waited all year for this. Now is not the time...
Funeral Director Accused of Funding Gambling Habit with Clients’ Payments
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Philip Pietras, 51, from Connecticutis charged with 60 criminal counts for embezzling funds from his funeral home business to support his gambling habit and lavish lifestyle. According to prosecutors, Pietras misused funds that clients had prepaid for funeral and burial services, using the money to support his lifestyle, including frequent trips to casinos nationwide.Connecticut Police Arrest Pietras on Suspicion of Misusing Clients’ Payments for GamblingAccording to the arrest warrant affidavit, the investigation into Pietras began after an employee of a third-party firm that supports funeral homes with managing funeral contracts alerted authorities to potential irregularities at Pietras Family Funeral Homes’ Coventry location....
I’m done clubbing. I think it’s time to get married – BBNaija star Tolanibaj
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Reality TV star and disc jockey Tolanibaj has opened up about her desire to leave behind her party lifestyle and embrace marriage.
The 31-year-old former Big Brother Naija housemate shared her thoughts in a candid Snapchat video, admitting that clubbing no longer excites her and that she feels ready to settle down.
“I need to start being honest with myself. I no longer enjoy clubbing. I keep forcing it but… I want to see if I can experience some kind of excitement. I need excitement in my life. I’m tired of clubbing. I don’t want to be outside. What am I looking for outside if I have a partner? We can be outside together, maybe travelling,” she said.
Declaring that she was “done clubbing,” Tolanibaj explained that she no longer wants to pretend to have fun...
Why Michael Douglas ‘furious’ over Catherine Zeta-Jones’ after her ‘wealth’ talk?
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Michael Douglas unimpressed by Catherine’s lifestyle confessionMichael Douglas is reportedly upset with his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones, over her recent remarks about their wealth, which apparently made them "out of touch" in the industry.
As per a report by Radaronline.com, Zeta-Jones spoke in a recent interview with The Sunday Times about her and her 81-year-old husband's four luxury estates across three countries, which left the Fatal Attraction star fuming.
A close pal of Douglas told the outlet, "Michael's raging that Catherine came across as flaunting their wealth."
"He's proud of what they've built, but he's always been more private about their finances. He feels like those comments made them...
8 Cat A EVs in Singapore to consider before the revised rebates for EVs kick in next year, Lifestyle News
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The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has announced that it will be revising the rebates for electric vehicles (EVs) in Singapore starting from January 2026.
From Jan 1, cars falling under the current Band A1 of the Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES), which are mostly EVs, will see their rebate reduced from $25,000 to $22,500.
In addition, the Electric Vehicle Early Adoption Initiative (EEAI) will also be revised. The initiative currently offers a rebate of up to 45 per cent off the Additional Registration Fee (ARF) from an EV, capped at a maximum of $15,000. This cap will be reduced to a maximum of $7,500 from Jan 1 onwards as well.
In sum, this means that the total amount of rebates that EVs can enjoy will effectively be reduced from a maximum of $45,000 currently to $30,000 come next...
Pop Mart launches first overseas Pop Land pop-up at Bugis+ with exclusive merchandise, Lifestyle News
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Pop Mart lovers who have always dreamed of visiting Pop Land Beijing but have never had the chance to can now experience a slice of it in Singapore.
Pop Land makes its first overseas debut in Singapore from Oct 15 to 26 with an exclusive pop-up activation at Bugis+ level two atrium, shared an announcement on Capitaland Group's website.
Visitors can look forward to their favourite characters like Mokoko, Crybaby, Labubu, Sweet Bean, Twinkle Twinkle, Molly, Skullpanda and Dimoo.
There is also the opportunity to buy exclusive Mokoko and Pop Land merchandise at the pop-up.
Apart from Bugis+, Plaza Singapura is another Capitaland Mall that is jumping on the Pop Mart hype, and visitors can take pictures at the Sweet Bean and Mokoko photo spots stationed there.
To redeem exclusive Pop Land sticker sets, fans can also join a...
Run Am Asap Lyrics by ASAPtheDJ & Zerrydl
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Lifestyle ASAPtheDJ and Zerrydl LyricsGet ready to groove and sing along to the energetic lyrics of Asaphedj and Zerrydl's chart-topping hit, Run Am Asap.Run Am Asap Cover ArtASAPtheDJ & Zerrydl - Run Am Asap Lyrics
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Lady claims: “If he doesn’t drink or smoke, he must be womanizing”
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A Nigerian lady has sparked a heated debate online after asserting that men who neither drink alcohol nor smoke are often womanizers, igniting discussions about lifestyle choices, morality, and modern relationships.Lifestyle Controversial perspective on men’s habitsIn her view, men frequently link enjoyment and relaxation to drinking or smoking. Therefore, when a man abstains from both, she claims, his primary source of pleasure tends to shift toward women. She emphasized that her opinion is observational rather than prescriptive, acknowledging that not all men fit this pattern but insisting that abstaining completely from social indulgences might indicate a preoccupation with women.
She explained, “I’m not saying men must drink or smoke excessively, but a man should at least indulge in wine or...
