Shaye Weaver

The most popular Broadway shows tend to be musicals, from long-running favorites like The Lion King and Hamilton to more recent hits like Hadestown and Moulin Rouge!—but new plays and revivals also represent an important part of the Broadway experience. Right now, there are so many incredible shows to see, from musicals and plays to new stories and revivals. On a budget? Read our guide on How to Get Cheap Broadway Tickets for rush, lottery, and discount tips. RECOMMENDED: Find the best Broadway showsRECOMMENDED: Current and upcoming Off Broadway shows The 5 Best Broadway Shows Right Now (Critic's Picks) Death of a Salesman, Hamilton, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Maybe Happy Ending and Oh, Mary! But don't just take our word for it—go see them for yourself! For a full list of shows that are coming soon, check out our list of upcoming Broadway shows.

​Already ate and drank your way through all the best rooftop bars and waterfront restaurants in NYC? It’s time to upgrade to the high seas (or at least, like, the low rivers). To take in the best views of the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building and the Brooklyn Bridge while you dine, check a dinner cruise off your must-do-in-NYC list. The breeze off the Hudson, the diving gulls, the sunset over the skyline…it’s enough to make even the most mid glass of Prosecco taste like the best thing you ever drank. ​Whether you’re looking to book a dinner cruise for a romantic night out, a happy hour with friends or a family reunion, we’ve rounded up the best options from casual buffets to black-tie-optional affairs with five-course plated dinners, live music and dancing on boats. Setting sail from the Hudson River, the East River and New York Harbor, you can splash out on caviar and lobster tail or set sail for $0.00 on the Staten Island Ferry. ​Summer 2026 update: This year, you’ll find plenty of special cruises to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Watch the arrival of the 250th fleet of “tall ships,” watch the fireworks and see Lady Liberty up close and personal. Make sure to book ahead, especially for big groups, because the best times will fill up quickly now that the weather has turned. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

The world will be watching as its best soccer teams converge across 16 North American cities to battle for the FIFA World Cup in 2026. Held from June 11 to July 19, the World Cup will be staged across Mexico, Canada and the U.S. For the first time since 1994, Americans will be able to attend World Cup matches at home across 11 cities: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, the San Francisco Bay Area and Seattle. It’ll be the biggest World Cup ever—with 48 teams and 104 matches!—and needless to say, the hype is building here in the States. Unfortunately, not everyone can attend the games. But the second-best way to see the action? On your TV screen.  On this page, we’ll keep you up to date by explaining how you can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup from home with and without cable. RECOMMENDED: FIFA World Cup 2026: how to get tickets, prices and host cities around the U.S. How to watch the World Cup 2026 on TV You can watch the matches on the official FIFA World Cup broadcast channels—Fox Sports (Fox and FS1), Telemundo and Universo. How to watch the World Cup without cable There are so many ways to watch the games if you don’t have cable. You can watch live on  FIFA+, the Telemundo app, Peacock, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Fubo and Sling. Each one has its own pricing and live streaming capabilities can come at a cost—upwards of $100 a month. YouTube, however, has a Sports plan for $64.99 per month, which has access to

New York City’s cultural amenities are many, but none quite match the number, scale, and variety of its museums. There is literally an institution for every interest, whether it’s in art, history, science, or quirkier subjects. From 5,000 years of art history at The Metropolitan Museum to cutting-edge art at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York City is an art lovers' paradise. There are dozens of other types of museums, too, like the encyclopedic American Museum Of Natural History, the classical New-York Historical Society, and the sultry Museum of Sex. Photography fans have to check out the International Center of Photography, architecture buffs should head to the Skyscraper Museum, and transit lovers can't miss the New York Transit Museum. And, of course, that’s just the tip of the iceberg, even if you don’t count all of the other museums in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. Is it a lot to take in? Certainly. But if you want to find a museum with your name on it, look no further than our complete guide to the best museums in NYC, complete with highlights at each one.  RECOMMENDED: 🖼Full guide to the best museum exhibitions in NYC

We love a European vacation as much as the next person, but perhaps less so these days. Despite the innovations in air travel luring us abroad, there’s just too much to see and do right here in America. With plenty of accessible domestic tourism and stunning destinations for year-round travel, a weekend getaway in the U.S. is just the vacation we all need right now. Our picks bypass the obvious choices, say New York or L.A., in favor of smaller cities with booming art scenes, lesser-known towns with incredible restaurants and coastal spots with plenty of room to spread out on the sand. You’ll find fewer crowds and plenty of small-town charm at these unexpected destinations. Looking for someplace to go in 2026? These places should absolutely be on your travel radar this year. RECOMMENDED: The best cities to visit in the U.S.

So you’re looking to find a good jazz club in NYC? The city is the home of some of the best jazz in the world and has been since the 1920s. But recently, they, along with so many live-music venues around the city, have gone through a rough patch with skyrocketing rent and cost increases. That’s why it’s important to enjoy a night out at these bastions of great music. We’ve rounded up the top jazz clubs NYC has to offer from Greenwich Village, Manhattan to Gowanus, Brooklyn, touching on hallowed landmarks, swanky newcomers, cutting-edge outer-borough spots, no-frills joints, date-idea destinations and more. RECOMMENDED: Full coverage of jazz in NYC

Cherry blossoms in NYC offer New Yorkers a brief but gorgeous pop of beauty, which is why we flock in droves to see them when they bloom each spring. From the Brooklyn Botanic Garden to Central Park and even some hidden spots around town, we've rounded up the best places where you can gaze at the delicate pink flowers, take the perfect warm-weather-ready photo for your Instagram feed (remember to wear your cutest pink outfit), and check off your bucket list with these best things to do in spring.  RECOMMENDED: Best NYC events in 2026 When can you see cherry blossoms in NYC? Cherry blossoms bloom in NYC based on each year's weather, but they usually begin in earnest by late March. CentralPark.com says the park's trees bloom from April to May. Speaking of Central Park, the cherry blossom trees here can be found between 72nd Street and 96th Street around the Reservoir, Cherry Hill, Pilgrim Hill, Great Lawn, Cedar Hill, and the area just south of Cedar Hill between 74th and 77th Streets. But Central Park isn't the only place to admire these pretty petals; keep scrolling for the full list. 

When you're really feeling "the grind," it's your body and mind's way of telling you to go to the spa. If a weekend getaway isn’t in the cards, hitting one of the best spas in New York City is especially a great alternative. The city's spas dish out serious serenity in the form of massages, facials and other relaxing treatments so you can be refreshed and on the way to stress-free bliss. Spas are not just for melting away stress (though that’s certainly a welcome side effect), they also offer services that can soothe sore muscles, refresh tired skin or get you ready for a beach weekend or big night out. Others offer facilities where you can spend a full day unwinding (girls’ day, anyone?). Some offer or even specialize in couples massages for a romantic date option. NYC spas range from affordable to all-out luxurious. Treat yourself to a pampering at one of these spas—you deserve it.

Nowhere in the world does luxury quite like New York City, and from sleek, glassy, towering stays which overlook Columbus Circle and Central Park to tiny little boutique hotels which feel more like ridiculously fancy private homes, luxury comes in all grandiose shapes and glitzy sizes here.  But we aren’t just talking about cloud-like bedding and pretty decor—luxury also means gorging on dishes crafted by world-class chefs, being in prime New York locations, and enjoying polished, attentive service. So, looking to splash out on an ultra-luxe stay in NYC? Here’s where we would recommend, with new reviews of The Fifth Avenue Hotel, The Knickerbocker, and obviously, The Plaza.  Which area is best to stay in New York? For proper, over-the-top luxury, blockbuster New York hotels live on Fifth Avenue, in FiDi, or on the Upper East and West sides. You can browse our comprehensive guide to all of New York City’s best neighborhoods—it will help you figure out which is the best for your trip.  New York’s most luxurious hotels at a glance: 🤩 Most iconic: The Plaza 💎 Most luxurious: The Lowell Hotel 👛 Best budget: The Wallace Hotel 🌃 Best view: Mandarin Oriental 👙 Best pool: The Peninsula New York 📍 Discover our ultimate guide to the best hotels in New York How we curate our hotel lists Our team of writers and travel experts review hotels all over the world—new openings, old classics and everything in between—to bring you fresh, honest recommendations, all year round. We have re

This list is from 2024. Our latest ranking for 2025 is live here. In 2024, what exactly makes a neighbourhood cool? Craft breweries, natty wine bars and street art are well and good, but the world’s best, most exciting and downright fun neighbourhoods are much more than identikit ‘hipster hubs’. They’re places that reflect the very best of their cities – its culture, community spirit, nightlife, food and drink – all condensed in one vibey, walkable district. To create our annual ranking, we went straight to the experts – our global team of on-the-ground writers and editors – and asked them what the coolest neighbourhood in their city is right now, and why. Then we narrowed down the selection and ranked the list using the insight and expertise of Time Out’s global editors, who vetted each neighbourhood against criteria including food, drink, arts, culture, street life, community and one-of-a-kind local flavour. The result? A list that celebrates the most unique and exciting pockets of our cities – and all their quirks. Yes, you’ll find some of those international hallmarks of ‘cool’. But in every neighbourhood on this list there’s something you won’t find anywhere else. Ever been to a photography museum that moonlights as a jazz club? Or a brewery with a library of Russian literature? How about a festival dedicated to fluff? When communities fiercely support and rally around their local businesses, even the most eccentric ideas can become a reality. And that, in our eyes, is

This list is from 2025. Our latest ranking for 2026 is live here. People who don’t live in cities will tell you they’re busy, lonely and expensive places. But there’s a reason so many people choose to live in them: with world-class art and culture, unbeatable food and nightlife, buzzing neighbourhoods and a dizzying amount of stuff to do and see, there’s simply no better place to be.  Every year, we take the pulse of city living by quizzing thousands of locals across the planet about life in their hometowns. This year, more than 18,500 city-dwellers shared their insights on everything from food, nightlife and culture to affordability, happiness and the overall city vibe. When urban living can sometimes feel isolating and costly, this year we wanted to get a sense of what, exactly, makes a city feel like home. Sure, the nightlife is great, but is the city safe and walkable? Is good quality food and art available at a reasonable price? Is it easy to make friends, find love, and access nature?  Livability was a key factor in our ranking this year. But a great city to live in is, naturally, a great city to visit. So, along with the thousands of responses from locals around the world, we asked Time Out’s global network of city experts to vote on the places they think are particularly exciting right now. After crunching all that data, here we are: Time Out’s definitive ranking of the world’s best cities in 2025. Read on to see how your hometown fared… RECOMMENDED:🛍️ The coolest n

If there’s one thing—just one thing—you’re coming to New York City for, it’s got to be the views. There are few spectacles more iconic than the twinkly Manhattan skyline, after all, but housed inside many of those towering skyscrapers are hotels with magnificent views. With brand-new coverage from our local writers on Equinox Hotel, The Shelburne Sonesta and the Park Terrace Hotel, as well as many, many more.  Which area is best to stay in New York? Manhattan’s dense concentration of high-up, high-end hotels means you’re blessed with options for up close and personal views of The Big Apple, but heading over to Brooklyn is also a great option for more sweeping city vistas. Have a read of all our guides to all NYC’s neighborhoods, to help you decide.  New York’s best hotels with a view, at a glance: 🌃 Best view: Ritz-Carlton Central Park 👙 Best pool: Equinox Hotel 👛 Best budget: The Shelburne Sonesta 💎 Most luxurious: Mandarin Oriental 🤩 Most iconic: The Plaza 📍 Discover our ultimate guide to the best hotels in New York How we curate our hotel lists Our team of writers and travel experts review hotels all over the world—new openings, old classics and everything in between—to bring you fresh, honest recommendations, all year round. We have reviewed many of the hotels featured below, but we may not have stayed at every single one. Any we haven’t stayed in have been selected by experts based on their amenities, features, pricing and more. By the way, this article includes

This year's Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will be one for the books. Celebrating both America's 250th and the 50th anniversary of the fireworks display, Macy's is setting off more than 85,000 shells and putting on a laser show from the Brooklyn Bridge at the same time! It'll all take place where the East River and the Hudson River meet by the Brooklyn Bridge. That's why one of the best seats in the house will be at Time Out Market New York! To mark the occasion, our fifth-floor rooftop is throwing an epic Independence Day Celebration with specialty cocktails, access to the city's best restaurants, including Rogue Panda, Bark Barbecue and Fornino, an open bar (5-10pm) and jams by DJ Fatfingaz of the Heavy Hitters all night with a break at 9pm for the fireworks. Tickets are priced at $300 (plus fees) and the event runs from 5pm to midnight. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a front-row view of this special fireworks display paired with some of the city's finest eats and drinks. Buy yours here.

A cool 1,100-feet up, Summit One Vanderbilt sits atop the 67-floor One Vanderbilt, the city's fourth-tallest building (after One World Trade Center, Central Park Tower, and 111 West 57th Street), which is located just west of Grand Central Terminal.  But first, you'll enter the experience underground. After a trip through a mirrored hallway with its own immersive elements, take an elevator up to the 91st floor, perched 1,000 feet over the streets and sidewalks of NYC. Kenzo Digital has created a totally mirrored infinity room called "Air" that reflects the sky and city views over and over, making you feel like you're walking in the sky or on another plane of existence. Looking above you and below you in this two-story space, you see your reflection repeating forever. After you ascend to the third level of this experience, guests are introduced to "Levitation," a series of transparent glass sky-boxes that jut out of the building at 1,063 feet above Madison Avenue. Here, you can stand over the street with just glass between you and the ground. It's certainly not for the faint of heart. If you want to amp up your visit, opt for a SUMMIT Premium Experience—the ticket package offers guests an elevated journey through Midtown’s tallest skyscraper and includes skip-the-line access, a personalized 90-minute guided tour of SUMMIT’s three dynamic floors, a complimentary cocktail or mocktail at SUMMIT’s Après, and stunning views of NYC and beyond.

The opulent residence that houses a private collection of great masters (from the 14th through the 19th centuries) was originally built for industrialist Henry Clay Frick. The firm of Carrère & Hastings designed the 1914 structure in an 18th-century European style, with a beautiful interior court and reflecting pool. The permanent collections include world-class paintings, sculpture and furniture by the likes of Rembrandt, Vermeer, Renoir and French cabinetmaker Jean-Henri Riesener.  Following its 2020 closure for renovations, the Frick Collection reopened on April 17, 2025 inside its historic Gilded Age mansion. Now, visitors can see the museum's permanent collection inside restored spaces on the first floor while also walking around a new roster of galleries on the mansion's second floor—once the Frick family's private quarters—now open to the public for the very first time. That means you can walk into the original bedroom of Henry Clay Frick! Read more on The Frick's incredible new offerings, including a new 218-seat auditorium, an airy class room, an expanded reception hall, new state-of-the-art conservation studios and the museum’s first-ever cafe.

A hotel needs to tick at least three boxes for when you’re visiting New York City—it’s got to be clean, comfortable and centrally located. Aura Hotel Times Square checks these off easily, and it all begins when you enter the lobby on West 44th Street. As soon as we stepped inside the soothing space (with a dreamy scent immediately gracing us), the chaos of midtown quickly faded away. Our check-in was seamless and pleasant (we were given two drink tickets to the bar next door, The Long Room), and we got to head up to our room straight away, one of the penthouse suites overlooking part of Times Square and the Theater District—a reminder of just how perfectly located Aura Hotel is. Why stay at Aura Hotel Times Square? Set across from Belasco Theatre, a block or two from Bryant Park, Times Square and many other Broadway theaters, it is one of the more convenient stays in the area, and it doesn’t skimp on vibes. Aura Hotel was previously Hotel Mela, but it underwent an extensive renovation, with a grand reopening in 2024 by Rebel Hotel Company. So, what’s new here? A fresh aesthetic with newly redesigned rooms with modern furnishings, state-of-the-art technology and better cityscape views is what. The stylish design found in each room is both calming and pleasant with upscale touches across the space, from plush rugs to light wood accents and more. Plus, there are lovely Molton Brown toiletries and Nespresso coffee machines in each room. Aura Hotel Times Square also has a dedicate

Coney Island has been the center of seaside amusement since before the turn of the 20th century. It has been romanticized in film and music—beloved for its exciting rides and wacky attractions for children and the nostalgic memories it brings to adults. It saw years of neglect, sure, but the arrival of the Luna Park amusement park restored the area’s lively nature. Today, hundreds of thousands of people visit what has become one of the top New York beaches offering a range of fun things to do in summer. From movie nights to concerts and the wild Mermaid Parade, there’s truly an activity for everyone. The summer destination is one of the best day trips from NYC, so when you go, hit must-visit stops like Nathan’s Famous hot dog stand for a bite, attend a crazy Coney Island Cyclone game and check out New York City's only aquarium.

Love the art of letter writing? Letters Live allows you to step into the words of luminaries like David Bowie, Charlotte Brontë, Che Guevara, Mohandas Gandhi and others with a live reading by talented performers. In the past, featured performers have been Benedict Cumberbatch, Lawrence Fishburne, Olivia Colman, Cate Blanchett and Taika Waititi! Not only that, the live reading is set to live music by popular artists. But you won't know who's performing until they take the stage. Organizers say, "rest assured, you will not be disappointed!" You'll have three nights to sit in for the readings—May 31 and June 1 and 2.

This was the first recreational cannabis retail store in New York and its focus is on smaller businesses owned by BIPOC and women, including Florist Farms, Back Home Cannabis Company, Aryloom and Lobo Cannagar. You’ll find vapes, edibles, flower, prerolls and more from these brands in addition to apparel and literature about smoking, cannabis, the mission of Housing Works and more. You can peruse its full menu here. The dispensary in its first year added 200 more products to its menu with more from queer-, BIPOC- and women-owned and led companies. And currently carries several social equity brands, including Brelixi, Fat Nell, The Weekenders and Flamer and Drew Martin. Housing Works also puts its generated revenue back into the community that it serves. Since 1990, the nonprofit has been an advocate for those living with and affected by HIV/AIDS and has provided lifesaving services and has done that through entrepreneurial businesses, including its 10 thrift stores and bookstore/cafe in Soho. The dispensary was its 12th shop in NYC and one of many dispensaries it has planned (another just opened in NoMad at 30th Street and Sixth Avenue). 

This giant space with shiny wood floors and colorful art on its walls is Steinway's own licensed cannabis dealer and art gallery.  Those looking for product get a personalized experience with a focus on the therapeutic and wellness benefits that cannabis can offer in a welcoming, informative and educational atmosphere. And as mentioned earlier, Cannavita has its sights set higher—it regularly hosts gallery nights to support local artists, comedy nights and even yoga nights to encourage mindfulness and wellness.

NYC Bud is not only Long Island City's first recreational dispensary but the first subway-themed dispensary. The interior is designed to look like an MTA subway station with vintage subway benches, subway signs and even graffiti from classic ’80s artists. There's a “wide range of high-quality” NYC cannabis brands for purchase in-store or delivery, including flower, pre-rolls, vapes, edibles and accessories from brands like Dank, Zizzle, MFNY, Ruby Farms, Good Times, Chef for Higher and Plug N Play. The shop also hosts fun events like Buds & Brushes, comedy shows, bud brunches and DJ sets.

Tucked away on Bridge Street in an old factory basement, this two-story playscape for kids and adults contains ample room for fun, including laser tag, mini-bowling and arcade games. Laser tag games are comprised of three 10-15-minute matches, where you bob and weave around rustic columns and obstacles Area 53 has set up. Across an hour-and-a-half, you and your friends will be giggling and screaming as you "shoot" each other's guns to gain points. It's not for the faint of heart—running to avoid lasers is a workout, but a super fun one. We'd recommend checking out its "After Dark" laser tag and mini-bowling for those 18+ on Thursday nights. Area 53's mini-bowling allows for up to six people to knock down pins across 25 minutes and its arcade has traditional games, from basketball shooting games to racing games and claw machines.  Area 53 has other locations with even more fun—its Williamsburg "Adventure" spot has a ropes course, rock climbing, a zip line, slides, battle beams and ball and foam pits, an arcade, roller skating and more! There's also an Area 53 Paintball arena in Williamsburg that's 20,000 square feet (with its own arcade). We recently took our editorial team to laser tag at Area 53, and we had an absolute blast (pun intended).

This Australian shop, which began as a market stall in 2007, opened a store in Brooklyn in 2012, and offers pretty good deals, from $5 and $10 boxes of vintage pieces to dig through to more curated selections from Brooklyn-based brands. More specifically, its denim selection is impressive and includes a lot of different styles, patterns and fits. The store says Malia Obama, Jenna Ortega, Olivia Rodrigo and Robert Pattinson have all perused its wares. Time Out Tip: On a recent visit, we picked up some darling dangling star earrings and a watch ring—it was very busy, so we plan to go back on a week day.

Dig and ye shall find: The booty at this crazy-packed vintage store includes 1960s–1990s options for both guys and girls, plus a considerable costume jewelry and funky housewares selection. Not only is it chock full of great finds but it's really fun to look at. We went on a recent Saturday and found so much amid its racks, including a barely used sleek Michael Kors purse for $50 and a pair of never-worn, black velvet combat boots for $25. Even cooler, I found out that they take donations and you get 25% off your next purchase. Time Out Tip: The store spans two floors at 496 Driggs Avenue and 197 North 9th Street, so plan accordingly and bring some friends (and reusable bags) for a hunt to remember.

Instagram is getting into the TV game. Meta is testing out long-form, horizontal video on Instagram—for TV. Over the winter, it debuted a Reels app for smart TVs called Instagram for TV, but now it is working with creators to make long-form, horizontal videos for that app, as well as trying live TV creator experiences. RECOMMENDED: The 15 best movies to watch for free on TUBI Not only that, but now users (who have Samsung, Amazon Fire and Google TVs) can watch IG stories and cast reels from their phones to their TVs as of this week. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Instagram has encouraged creators to make episodic stories—like the new microdramas we’re seeing on TikTok.  “Today a lot of them [microdramas] are produced by production houses and that’s cool and there’s going to be a role for that,” Instagram vice president of product Tessa Lyons told The Hollywood Reporter. “But we also think there’s an incredibly compelling opportunity for creators themselves to create in this format. And for a lot of the shortform content creators who are Instagram-native, it’s a very accessible way to get into telling longer and more episodic stories.” Photograph: courtesy Instagram| A menu of Reels to watch on Instagram for TV For years, everything has been centered on the smartphone in our hands and content has gotten shorter and shorter right along with our attention spans. But now, these competing social media companies, who say they’re finally seeing a desire for longer content th

If ads don't bother you, the world is your oyster when it comes to streaming movies on TUBI. The lesser-known streamer doesn't require you to sign up—no membership required—to watch its content. You've just got to put up with ad breaks. Owned by Fox, it has nearly 300,000 movies and TV episodes and 400 Tubi Originals! With so much to choose from, let us help you narrow down your search. We've highlighted 15 of the best movies to stream on TUBI below. Happy (free) watching! 1. Legally Blonde (2001) “When her boyfriend dumps her for being ‘too blonde,’ Elle Woods enrolls in Harvard Law School to prove him wrong and win him back.” Rated: PG-13Run time: 1 hour, 37 minutesCast: Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson, Selma Blair, Matthew Davis, Victor Garber and Jennifer Coolidge 2. Precious (2009) “Precious Jones, an overweight and pregnant teenager in Harlem, is the victim of constant abuse until an alternative school offers her a way out.”  Rated: RRun time: 1 hour, 50 minutesCast: Gabourey Sidibe, Mo'Nique, Paula Patton, Mariah Carey, Sherri Shepherd and Lenny Kravitz 3. Spaceballs (1987) “A bounty hunter and his canine sidekick set out to rescue a runaway princess and may end up saving the galaxy in this outrageous sci-fi parody.” Rated: PGRun time: 1 hour, 37 minutesCast: Bill Pullman, John Candy, Rick Moranis and Daphne Zuniga, Dick Van Patten, George Wyner, Lorene Yarnell and the voice of Joan Rivers 4. Challengers (2024) “Old

“Sexy. Ruthless. Juicy. Fabulous. Thrilling. High-octane. Bustle-breaking,” are some of the words to describe season four of HBO Max’s Gilded Age, according to its cast. A new teaser trailer dropped last week, giving us a glimpse of the new season, which debuts this fall. Watch it here: From what the trailer divulges, it looks like we’re getting more awkward situations between Peggy Scott and her future mother-in-law, Elizabeth Kirkland, and marital troubles between Bertha and George Russell. Other than that, we spot a dance between Marian Brook and Larry Russell, who, last we saw, had a falling out. The cast teases that there will be consequences, that the world is expanding, that marriages are on the rocks and that what Bertha has built is now in a precarious position.  We’ve been lucky enough to catch glimpses of the production filming on the streets of New York City this summer—enough to both satiate our thirst for more Gilded Age but also stoke it. HBO Max hasn’t announced an official date for its return, but stay tuned. We’ll announce it as soon as they do!

The sharp-toothed icons of the sea will return to the small screen very soon. Starting Sunday, July 26 at 8pm EST, Shark Week returns with 20 “jaw-dropping, blockbuster” premieres every night, “packed with pulse-pounding action, epic breaches, and high-stakes encounters,” according to Warner Bros. Discovery. The Discovery Channel promises to enlighten us with stories on new technology and investigations as well as show off unbelievable stunts surrounding the world of sharks — “bringing audiences closer to their raw power and untamed nature like never before.” “This year, we continue to raise the bar with a lineup that delivers glowing sharks, Jurassic giants, record-setting stunts...and even K-Pop,” says Joseph Boyle, Head of Content, Discovery Channel. What does K-Pop have to do with sharks? Rei Ami of KPop Demon Hunters is teaming up with actor/comedian Ken Jeong for K-Pop Shark Heroes, a program aimed at changing perceptions of sharks in East Asia. These are two things we never thought we’d put in a sentence together. To watch, tune into Shark Week on Discovery+, on the Discovery+ hub add-on on Hulu, Prime Video or HBO Max, or just watch it live on cable. Below is a detailed list of everything you can watch during Shark Week: Sunday, July 26 K-Pop Shark Heroes Premieres: 8pm EST/PT “After a recent series of shark encounters off the Korean Peninsula, actor and comedian Ken Jeong joins forces with Grammy-nominated singer and lifetime shark lover REI AMI on a mission to resha

Have you ever felt that a friend was more like a brother or sister? What if they actually were? That’s the premise of Matthew McConaughey’s and Woody Harrelson’s new buddy comedy, Brothers, coming out this fall. The starry team-up is a result of the two actors’ real friendship. According to Variety, there have been rumors that they might just be related. Apparently, Harrelson said in 2023 that his dad once dated McConaughey’s mother. “We haven’t done a test, but there are too many times that I think to myself, 'My God, the similarities!'” Harrelson said in Esquire. “The things he does, the things he says—just the way he is. I’ve felt that for years.” So, here’s what we know about the show, which debuts in September this year. What is Brothers about? According to Apple: “The lifelong friendship between McConaughey and Harrelson, who play fictionalized versions of themselves, is thrown into chaos when they uncover a decades-old secret: they might actually be brothers. After Woody’s daughter’s wedding falls apart, he loads up the family and heads to Austin for an extended stay at Matthew’s ranch. But what begins as a healing getaway quickly spirals when Matthew’s mother, Ma Mac (played by Holland Taylor), accidentally lets slip a long-buried secret that the two friends might actually be brothers. As Woody turns the ranch upside down in pursuit of the truth, Matthew finds himself juggling an entirely different identity crisis: a potential run for Governor of Texas. The result is

No crowds, no commute — just fireworks: watching the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks from home is the best way to get an incredible view of the celebration. And this year, you won’t want to miss it! It’ll be America’s largest Independence Day celebration, celebrating both the nation’s 250th and the 50th anniversary of the “Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks” special. Here’s what to know about this year’s fireworks display, the live performances and how to tune into it all. When will the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks start? The two-hour show airs at 8pm EST Where will the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks take place? It’ll happen over the lower East River in New York City’s Seaport District, the lower Hudson River (by the Brooklyn Bridge), firing from six barges. How to stream the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks: You can watch it live on NBC and it will simulcast live on Peacock. It will also be available to see live on Telemundo. Who will perform at the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks: You’ll see live performances from Noah Kahan, Post Malone, Salt-N-Pepa, Bebe Rexha, Shaboozey and Blake Shelton.  What will the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks include this year? More than 85,000 shells in 30 vibrant colors that will coincide with a laser show from the Brooklyn Bridge! The spectacular will be backed by a 27-minute musical score by composer Jason Howland with a vocal performance by The Voice season 29 winner Alexia Jayy. “Inspired by the enduring spirit of America, the soundtrack reimagines the iconic

More magic is on the way. For nearly four decades, Kiki's Delivery Service by Eiko Kadono has captured the imaginations of children and adults alike. When the story was adapted as an animated film by Hayao Miyazaki in 1989, it found worldwide acclaim. To this day, the film remains a favorite among anime fans. So, it comes as no surprise—but a welcome development—that the story will be turned into a TV series. What is surprising is that Kadono has written a sequel to the first novel and it'll debut this summer! RECOMMENDED:  Watch: The trailer for the new ‘The Ghost in the Shell’ anime just dropped Currently in development, the TV show will cover the first volume of Kadono’s six-book series—following the 13-year-old witch Kiki as she leaves home and relocates to the port town of Koriko, where she sets up a delivery service and forges new friendships. Produced by BBC Studios Kids & Family, Wheel in Motion and Japan’s Kadokawa Corporation, it'll be aired as 10 half-hour episodes. “We cannot imagine a more exciting tribute to the landmark 40th anniversary of this classic book series than this partnership,” said Takeo Kodera, director of international co-productions at Kadokawa, in a statement. “The U.K. creative team has absorbed the spirit of Kiki through their close collaboration with Ms. Kadono and the results will enchant family audiences everywhere.” “Kiki is about to set off on another adventure into a new world,” Kadono said. "I’m confident this will be a great show. I can

Prime Video is about to debut yet another banger of an anime—a new adaptation of The Ghost in the Shell. You may have seen the live-action film with Scarlett Johansson or the original 1995 film by Mamoru Oshii, or maybe you're a fan of the 1989 manga. Regardless, this new adaptation is set to be the best yet. Produced by award-winning animation studio Science SARU, best known for the Golden Globe-nominated film Inu-oh, the TV anime series Dandadan and the critically acclaimed movie The Colors Within, the new series is directed by Mokochan (Dandadan) and scripted by EnJoe Toh (Godzilla Singular Point). RECOMMENDED: The five best new anime to watch right now If you're new here, Ghost in the Shell is a cyberpunk sci-fi story about the cyborg Motoko Kusanagi and the combat unit she leads in the fight against cybercrime. According to Prime Video, while commanding her team, she envisions a specialized task force to preemptively strike against emerging threats and is ultimately recruited to a similar unit within the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The offensive tactical unit known as "Shell Squad" confronts complex cybercrimes and international conspiracies, and a mysterious hacker only known as The Puppet Master. "What fate awaits Kusanagi? And what is the Puppet Master’s true objective? A new era of cyberpunk action begins." Watch the trailer here: Ghost in the Shell has had an immeasurable cultural impact and influenced countless creators globally since

These are the days we've been waiting for—the sun-soaked evenings when we can enjoy long talks with friends and long sips of crisp cocktails. One of the best drinks to stir up when the thermometer hits above 75 packs a flavorful punch. The paloma, a tequila-based highball popular in Mexico, is usually mixed with grapefruit soda (you can use Jarritos or Squirt) and fresh lime juice over ice with a salted rim. It can range in flavor from tropical to smoky, but it's always refreshing, light and crisp. Below, we're sharing five paloma recipes with you to try this summer when you want to celebrate with friends or feel like you're in Tulum.  1. Smoky Pineapple Paloma Photograph: courtesy Pocho Fino Tequila| the Smoky Pineapple Paloma from Pocho Fino Tequila Blends grapefruit and grilled pineapple for a bold, smoky-sweet twist. Ingredients:  2 ounces Pocho Fino Grilled Pineapple 0.75 ounce Pineapple Juice 1 ounce Fresh Grapefruit Juice 0.5 ounce Fresh Lime Juice 0.25 ounce Agave Nectar (adjust to taste) 2 ounces Club Soda (to top) Smoked Sea Salt or Chili Salt (for rim) Grilled Pineapple Wedge, Single Pineapple Leaf (garnish) Directions: Rim a highball or Collins glass with smoked sea salt (or chili salt). Add Pocho Fino Grilled Pineapple, pineapple juice, grapefruit juice, lime juice and agave to the glass with ice. Gently stir to combine. Top with club soda. Garnish with a grilled pineapple wedge and single pineapple leaf. 2. Paloma Ingrata Photograph: courtesy Illegal Mezcal

Disney is set to throw the biggest party for America’s 250th—and everyone’s invited! On Saturday, July 4, from 8 to 11pm EST, the Mouse will put on one of the largest fireworks and drone shows in the U.S. as part of what it’s calling “Disney Celebrates America: Nashville’s Star-Spangled Bash.” It will be set to a live score by the Grammy Award-winning Nashville Symphony to top it all off. But leading up to the fireworks, you’ll get to hear live performances from music icons, from Boyz II Men and the All-American Rejects to Nick Jonas and Tim McGraw—hosted by Ryan Seacrest, of course. “Through immersive and creative park experiences and unprecedented broadcast moments, Disney invites everyone to come together and celebrate America in a truly meaningful way by reflecting on where we’ve been and imagining the extraordinary future we can create together,” said Ken Potrock, President of Major Events Integration at The Walt Disney Company.  Here’s the full lineup: The All-American Rejects Boyz II Men Brothers Osborne Clint Black Elizabeth Nichols Emily Ann Roberts John Crist Lauren Daigle Little Big Town NE-YO Nick Jonas Reba McEntire Sublime Tim McGraw All you need to do is tune in on ABC, Disney+, ESPN App, Freeform, FX, Hulu or NatGeo at 8pm. EST. You can get a head start on celebrations on June 29, when ABC will air a two-hour primetime special (8-10pm) called Disney Celebrates America: The Pursuit of Happiness that’ll be hosted by 20/20 co-anchor Deborah Roberts from Walt Di

“There will be no doubt who the gods have chosen to rule.”  That’s the new tag line of House of the Dragon Season 3, which will raise the stakes even higher when it debuts on June 21. Based on George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood, the series tells the story of House Targaryen, 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones. RECOMMENDED: Watch: The trailer for season 4 of ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’ just dropped Before we're dropped back into the fantastical world, here's what you need to know about the new season. Where can I watch the House of the Dragon season 3 trailer? HBO Max dropped season 3’s final trailer this week, which you can watch right here. When does season 3 premiere? House of the Dragon season 3 premieres June 21. When do the episodes air? Episodes will drop weekly on Sundays until the season finale on August 9. What happened in the last season of House of the Dragon? Last we left the series (two years ago), we watched the Targaryen civil war (the "Dance of the Dragons") escalate as several new riders, including dragonseeds such as Hugh Hammer (Kieran Bew) and Ulf (Tom Bennett), bonded with riderless dragons while Queen Rhaenyra (Emma D’Arcy) pressed her claim while continuing her rivalry with Alicent (Olivia Cooke). With armies and dragons poised across Westeros, tension built around Dragonstone, King’s Landing and the Riverlands, with no payoff (a frustrating and abrupt ending). Regardless, season 2 set us up for a decisive, war-ending confrontation in

Not to butter your biscuit, but Popeyes just made it easier to make its most popular item at home. The Louisiana-inspired chain released at-home biscuit mixes that you can make in your own kitchen—just in time for National Biscuit Day on May 29. Available at Walmart, HEB, Kroger and Target locations, there are two varieties available: Homestyle and Cajun Cheddar. Best of all, they both only require a few easy steps to create 10 biscuits in just 18 minutes. All you need is water and butter for the Homestyle biscuits and, for the Cajun Cheddar, just a sprinkle of cheese. They’re priced at just $3.23 – $3.49 depending on your location. That’s a steal considering that a single  Popeyes biscuit costs over $1 at the drive thru. “Our guests have always loved our biscuits, and we’re thrilled to bring the flavor of the iconic Popeyes Biscuit into homes nationwide in a whole new way,” says Matt Rubin, Chief Marketing Officer at Popeyes, in a statement. “Launching ahead of National Biscuit Day is an exciting milestone that allows fans to celebrate the Popeyes brand beyond our restaurants and give guests a new way to experience the flaky, buttery flavor they know and love wherever they are.” Allrecipes.com says the homemade biscuits would pair perfectly with their fried chicken and copycat red beans and rice recipes or be used in its popular biscuit-topped casseroles or butter swim biscuits.  If you don’t want to make your own biscuits for National Biscuit Day, Popeyes Rewards members ca