First time in NYC, ‘Friends’ coffee shop Central Perk excites fans
New Friends-Themed Coffee Shop Opens in Times Square Central Park has taken a step into the modern age for “Friends” enthusiasts in New York, though it may not resemble the one fans remember from the show. A new replica of the beloved coffeehouse, inspired by the iconic meeting place from Warner Bros.’ hit series, officially […]
Central Perk coffee shop from ‘Friends’ to debut as a temporary location in Times Square
Manhattan’s Vacant Retail Space Gains Fellowship In the heart of Manhattan, there’s a notably empty retail space that’s drawing a curious crowd this year. Located beside the Edition Times Square Hotel, the corner space at 701 Avenue, often referred to as 20 Times Square, has stood empty since the building’s completion eight years ago. It’s […]
Amex cardholders at JFK will no longer enjoy this unusual lounge perk
American Express has closed the luxury wellness benefits of its exclusive Centurion Lounge at New York's John F. Kennedy Airport and replaced it with a full-service coffee bar. Last year, the credit card company closed Equinox Body Lab, where members could participate in restorative therapy sessions such as self-meditation, stretching, compression boots and vibroacoustic chairs […]
Disney looking to entice guests by offering free summer vacation packages perk
Walt Disney World is hoping to lure tourists to its Orlando resort this summer with a limited-time offer. Starting January 2nd, guests who purchase select Walt Disney World vacation packages for 2025 will enjoy a complimentary dining plan. The offer is available on most nights of arrival from May 27th to June 26th and July […]
Bosses deploy ‘perk police’ to make sure employees aren’t slacking
It's official. The jig is up Those who commit “crimes” in the workplace are being warned to be careful as bosses in Australia and abroad crack down on rule-breakers. In an effort to increase efficiency, large companies have introduced “perk police” to hunt down employees who commit minor infractions that can lead to their termination. […]
Mayor Adams nixes major perk for some illegal aliens in NYC
New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) announced that a program that provided prepaid debit cards to thousands of undocumented immigrants will soon end. Earlier this year, the city began implementing a pilot program to provide prepaid debit cards to some residents. Estimation 60,000 migrants are living in evacuation centers. “The total amount must not […]
Taxpayers expected to save millions after COVID-era perk for illegal immigrants gets cancelled
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has ended a COVID-era program that allowed undocumented immigrants hundreds of minutes of free video calls, Fox News Digital reported, a move that was estimated to save taxpayers more than $10 million a year. In response to the then-emerging COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting visitation restrictions, federal agencies began offering […]
Oil Prices Perk Up on Crude Draw – OilPrice.com
Crude oil prices rose today following the release of the U.S. Energy Information Administration. report Inventories fell by 3.4 million barrels in the week ending July 5. This compares with a much larger drop of 12.2 million barrels the previous week. The American Petroleum Institute reported on Tuesday that inventories were estimated to have fallen […]
Sam’s Club members threaten to jump to Costco after wholesale giant chops key perk
Sam’s Club Plus members have about six weeks left to take advantage of the coveted perks, and they’re telling the wholesale giant they’re unhappy about losing them. The company announced in an email on June 19 that starting Aug. 19, Plus members will only receive free shipping on “eligible orders of $50 or more” placed […]
This Dr. Phil warning should make everyoneâs ears perk up
Most people agree that technology is negatively impacting society in many ways. But many of those same people probably don’t realize that: how The damage is severe. Dave Rubin invites Dr. Phil on the show to discuss what the statistics tell us about our hyper-digital world. And it’s not just a pretty picture. “We’re glad […]