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The Best Oyster Bars in Los Angeles, From Casual Counters to Coastal Chic
Is there anything more elegant than freshly-shucked oysters over ice? Whether you prefer Blue Points from the East Coast or Kumamotos from the Pacific Northwest, these briny bivalves are a world-class delicacy. In addition to being one of the most sought-after seafood options, oysters, which are known for their salty taste and unique texture, are…
Read MoreFamily river house survives 1987 flood, gets hit again in 2025 flood
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The recent tragedy in Kerrville shares heartbreaking similarities to a flooding event along the Guadalupe River in 1987. Many Texans remember that day. Some even lived through it. Meteorologist Kristen Currie spoke with Austin resident Brian Matheny, who remembers evacuating his family’s river home along the Guadalupe 38 years ago. Only to…
Read MoreFelix Baumgartner, World Record Holder for Skydiving, Dead at 56 After Paragliding Accident
The daredevil community is mourning a star. Felix Baumgartner, who became the first person to break the sound barrier with only his body, died in Italy after his paraglider crashed in the coastal Italian city of Porto Sant’Elpidio on July 17, Mayor Massimiliano Ciarpella confirmed. He was 56. “Our community is deeply affected by the…
Read MoreOne Fine Show: ‘Little Beasts: Art, Wonder and the Natural World’ at the National Gallery of Art
Jan van Kessel the Elder, Insects and a Sprig of Rosemary, 1653; oil on copper, overall: 11.5 x 14 cm (4 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.). Courtesy National Gallery of Art, The Richard C. Von Hess Foundation, Nell and Robert Weidenhammer Fund, Barry D. Friedman, and Friends of Dutch Art Welcome to One Fine Show,…
Read MoreThe 30 Best Summer Hats for Men Who Value Style and Sun Protection
You could skip the hat and let your scalp sizzle like a cast-iron skillet—or you could wise up and join the ranks of men who’ve figured out that headwear isn’t just sun protection, it’s strategy. No, this isn’t your dad’s sad stack of promo caps. This is 30 handpicked hats: minimalist Euro visors, waxed cotton…
Read MoreKate Beckinsale Mourns Death of Mom Judy Loe After “Immeasurable Suffering”
Kate Beckinsale is mourning a tremendous loss. The Pearl Harbor actress announced that her mom Judy Loe died July 15 following a battle with stage 4 cancer. She was 78. “I don’t want to post this,” Kate captioned photos from throughout her mother’s life on Instagram July 17. “I am only posting this because I have had…
Read MorePepsiCo Focuses on Healthier Snacks Amid Trump-Era Policy Changes
PepsiCo wants to increase its offerings of “permissible” snacks and drinks. Igor Golovniov/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Gett PepsiCo, the food and beverage behemoth behind household brands like Pepsi, Lay’s and Cheetos, isn’t usually the first company that springs to mind when it comes to healthy snacking. Now, the company is looking to change that narrative with…
Read MoreIn L.A., Hauser & Wirth Spotlights Luchita Hurtado’s Underrecognized Geometric Word Paintings
Luchita Hurtado, Couple with Offsprings, 1973; Oil on canvas, Overall: 132.1 x 246.4 cm / 52 x 97 in. © The Estate of Luchita Hurtado Courtesy The Estate of Luchita Hurtado and Hauser & Wirth, Photo: Keith Lubow How strange that an artist of the caliber of Luchita Hurtado didn’t get her first solo show,…
Read MoreThe Yankees, Mets and the races that will define MLB’s dramatic second half
Baseball is back. The Yankees (53-43) are in Atlanta on Friday night, kickstarting a challenging two weeks (at Toronto, vs. Philadelphia, vs. Tampa Bay) that could change the shape of the crowded AL East. The Blue Jays (55-41) are two games up on the Bombers, chasing their first division title in nine years. The Red…
Read MoreNordstrom’s Anniversary Sale Is Packed With Massive Deals on Travel Staples: Beis, Supergoop! & More
How We Choose The E! Insider Shop editors and writers search the internet to find the best products out there. We interview expert sources, comb through customer reviews, and use our own personal experiences to make shopping easier for our readers. As an editorial team, we independently create content and determine coverage based on research,…
Read MoreYour Summer Beach Bag Edit Is Here & It’s Equal Parts Cute, Roomy, and SPF-Ready
Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, E! may earn a commission. Learn more A beach day might not call for a full outfit, but your summer beach bag? That’s where the style spotlight lands. The right bag pulls everything together—literally. It needs to be roomy…
Read MoreNetflix Profit Soars, Gears Up for a Blockbuster-Heavy Second Half of 2025
“Squid Game” 3 has racked up 122 million views since release in late June. Jeff Spicer/Getty Images Netflix posted strong second-quarter earnings today (July 17), with revenue jumping 16 percent year-over-year to $11 billion and profit surging 45 percent to $3.1 billion. The streaming giant credited the surge to recent subscription price hikes, a booming…
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