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Star Sightings: Cardi B, Keanu Reeves and More Celebs

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    Star Sightings: Cardi B, Keanu Reeves and More Celebs


    Here’s a look at what celebrities have been up to as of late!

    Cardi B visited RVLV Group headquarters in Los Angeles, California for a meeting in the HELSA Aadi Knit Dress paired with the HELSA Bold Shoulder Long Coat.

    Charli XCX joined Valentino Beauty in New York City to celebrate her role as the brand’s Beauty Ambassador.

    Halle Berry wore a Jan Win Shark Tooth pendant while hosting a Real Talk About Women’s Health at the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit: A New Era of Leadership at The Ritz-Carlton in Laguna Niguel, California, where she spoke about Respin. 

    Ariana Grande wore custom ALDO x Wicked movie collaboration pumps while hosting Saturday Night Live in New York City.

    Megan Thee Stallion launched a holiday campaign with True Religion titled Where Wishes Come True featuring Hunxho.

    Bella Hadid wore the Intimissimi Boat Neck Modal Cashmere Ultralight Top in black while out and about in Los Angeles, California.

    Emma Roberts posed in the Etnia Barcelona Batlló in BE sunglasses on Instagram. 

    Anna Kendrick attended Creep LA’s Ghosts Haunted House in Los Angeles, California. The actress also wore a pair of Malone Souliers Silver Heels for her appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in New York City and  a pair of velvet mules from Malone Souliers’ AW24 collection in New York City.

    Selena Gomez rocked the Steve Madden Vava Black Paris Boots while in London, England to receive a Cannes Best Actress Award for her role in Emilia Pérez. The singer also rocked a gel manicure done by celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik using the Olive & June gel polish system for the Academy Gala in Los Angeles, California. Gomez’s Rare Impact Fund also teamed up with Pacsun to launch the Rare DNM Edit collection with 10% of sales going to the non-profit organization. 

    Chlöe Bailey starred as the face of YITTY’s Pet Me collection featuring the brand’s Pet Me Heart Pocket Onesie, Pair the Pet Me Wide Leg Lounge Pants, Pet Me Booty Short, Pet Me Tank, and Pet Me Strapless Maxi Dress in sizes from XS – 6X with prices ranging  from is $60-$125.

    Taylor Hill wore a custom Cult Gaia look to attend the 2024 CFDA awards in New York City with Jasmin Larian Hekmat. The model rocked another Cult Gaia outfit to the Coach x Amazon Fashion CFDA after party in New York City. 

    January Jones smiled for a selfie on Instagram in Marc Jacobs by Safilo sunglasses. 

    Kathryn Hahn and Allison Janney attended the Neiman Marcus 2024 Holiday Campaign and Fantasy Gifts launch event at The United Theater on Broadway in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by InCircle and produced by Figue & Co with a Roe Caviar cocktail hour, Ginori 1735 plateware, and Mario Luca Giusti glassware.

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    Khloe Kardashian showed off Urban Decay’s 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil in Smog on Instagram.

    Halsey wore Wild Rose & Sparrow’s Ophelia Dress in Lily Lace while out in New York City.

    Sabrina Carpenter made an appearance on the CBS Morning Show in a black GUIZIO top. The singer also wore the Emi Jay Big Effing Clip in Sugar Cookie while posing on Instagram.

    Emma Hernan struck a pose in front of her billboard in Los Angeles, California for Australian Eyewear brand, Otra, in a white dress, black boots, and black Otra sunglasses. 

    Dua Lipa struck a pose on a boat for Instagram in the Frankies Bikinis Cherry Hearts bikini top paired with gingham print shorts. The singer also posed in the Aspen Bikini Top and Levy Bikini Bottom in Black-Cream by LSPACE while relaxing in the sun.

    Brad Pitt had a meeting at NeueHouse Hollywood in Hollywood, California. 

    Kourtney Kardashian hosted Camp Poosh in Los Angeles, California, where guests enjoyed a Lipton Green Tea pop-up station.

    Kaley Cuoco asked her chihuahua, Red, for advice on who Oh Norman!’s first Chief Treat Officer should be in a video on Instagram ahead of selecting the final winning dog, who will remain in the position for one calendar year with an annual salary of $10,000.

    Camila Cabello wore the Lulu sunglasses from Otra while performing the “Move” remix with Adam Port and Stryv in New York City. 

    Bowen Yang shared his love for the CHANI app with The New York Times.

    Noah Centineo showed off the Vans Authentic Shoe on Instagram. 

    Mindy Kaling celebrated A.L.C.’s Beverly Hills store opening with dinner at Nate ‘n Al’s in Beverly Hills, California.

    Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for A.L.C.

    Nicki Minaj took to Instagram to show off her black SECONDLEFT bodysuit while touring in St. Louis, Missouri. 

    Rachel Zegler wore a Mint Velvet Cream Textured Funnel Coat while arriving for her performance of Romeo + Juliet on Broadway in New York City and for her after party look. The actress also wore the brand’s Black Casual Leather Jacket while heading to her appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in New York City.

    Emma Kenney attended the opening of Balloon Museum‘s “Let’s Fly” exhibition featuring 21 artists at Ace Mission Studios in Los Angeles, California, where guests explored installations, enjoyed bites and signature cocktails from the Balloon Museum cafe and danced to beats from DJs Amika Akaya and SIRENS.

    Barbara Palvin, Behati Prinsloo, Jasmine Tookes, Josephine Skriver and more attended the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show after after party with Solisca Tequila at TAO Downtown in New York City.

    Gabby Thomas wore a full blush pink alice + olivia look while out in New York City. 

    Aubrey Plaza and Quinta Brunson wore Brilliant Earth jewelry to The Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles, California. 

    Eva Longoria wore Simon G Jewelry to The Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles, California. 

    Kacey Musgraves showed off her beauty look, created by celebrity makeup artist Moani Lee using ColourPop Cosmetics’ Fade Into Hue Palette, for the singer’s concert at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California. 

    Lewis Hamilton teamed up with Bramble, a vet-formulated, plant-based fresh food brand, as an investor and partner.

    Teri Hatcher attended Cinespia and LAIKA Studios’ screening of Coraline at Hollywood Forever in Hollywood, California presented by Amazon MGM Studios.

    Sebastian Stan wore the Steve Madden Haynes Brown Leather Boots while out in New York City. 

    Sasha Pietrese attended an intimate dinner hosted by Karen Millen at The Butcher’s Daughter in West Hollywood, California, where guest viewed the brand’s AW24 collection and met the U.K. brand team.

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    Julianne Hough, Nick Viall, and Kordell Beckham teamed up with got milk? to debut the brand’s Real Matches are Back digital creative campaign, which invites singles to reconnect in person via a milkshakes and morning pajama-themed speed dating experience at Mel’s Drive-in in West Hollywood, California. 

    Jemima Kirke partied at Petite Disco in New York City.  

    Nicky Hilton attended the CFDA Fashion Awards in New York City with Stacey Bendet in alice + olivia looks.

    Chappell Roan performed at Austin City Limits in Austin, Texas in Steve Madden Rocky white distressed boots.

    Matty Healy and Gabbriette attended Cinespia’s screening of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre at Hollywood Forever in Hollywood, California presented by Amazon MGM Studios.

    Jason and Brett Oppenheim and more Selling Sunset stars attended the CLD PR x THATS SO FETCH Fall-O-Ween event with Windsor and Skylar at La Bohéme in West Hollywood, California.

    Justin Bieber wore a Lack of Color hat to the Rhode Launch Party in Beverly Hills, California.

    Amanda Batula curated her favorite sunglasses from Otra, with prices ranging from $65-$75, after announcing her role as Otra Eyewear’s Creative Director.

    Gwyneth Paltrow waited in line for a Gotham Smash Burger, fries and a beer at Mike Puma’s Gotham Burger Social Club in New York City.

    Rosie Perez wore the Scanlan Theodore Sequin Teardrop Gown in Blackwhile attending the world premiere of Before at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. 

    Chloe Fineman rocked Jane Win’s LUCKY JW Original Pendant Coin (Bonne Chance) while appearing on Saturday Night Live. 

    Keanu Reeves competed in Toyota GR Cup at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a sports car racing series, in Speedway, Indiana, where he drove the No. 92 car, which features a red and black livery to promote his graphic novel, BRZRKR.

    Indianapolis Motor Speedway

    Phoebe Dyvenor and Barbara Palvin rocked Calzedonia tights at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Brooklyn, New York.

    Brittany Snow posed with Brahmin’s Mod Esme handbag in Black Bedford on Instagram. 

    Kristin Davis showed off her HigherDOSE Red Light Face Mask on Instagram. 

    Jessica Alba, Kristen Bell, Alicia Keys, Jamie Lee Curtis, Uma Thurman, America Ferrera, Amy Schumer, Megan Rapinoe, Sue Bird, Chelsea Handler, Tony Goldwyn, and more posed on Instagram in pink suits by Argent created in partnership with Michelle Obama’s non-partisan voting organization When We All Vote for the #VotingSuitsYou campaign. 

    Jennifer Aniston used the LolaVie Sculpting Paste and Hair Oil before her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in New York City. 

    Channing Tatum and Zoë Kravitz joined Levon Hawke for the sold-out closing weekend of Picture Day, a play written and directed by Hawke and presented by Quick & Dirty Theatre Company at Coffey Street Studio in New York City. 

    Oprah Winfrey attended the 23rd annual 2024 Power of a Dream celebration in Washington, D.C. wearing a dark brown bodysuit from Elsa Hosk’s brand HELSA.

    Kelsea Ballerini wore Steve Madden Lizabelle Black Leather Boots on stage at Madison Square Garden in New York City. 

    Soulja Boy enjoyed dinner at Ambra Italian Trattoria in New York City. 

    Rihanna and A$AP Rocky enjoyed a date night at AMBRA Italian Trattoria in New York City.

    Adrian Grenier enjoyed spicy rigatoni and dover sole at The Guest House in Austin, Texas.

    Hailey Bieber snapped a photo of herself in the Frankies Bikinis cropped grey Dudley Knit Cardigan from the Cloud Knits collection on Instagram. The model also took to TikTok to share her latest fall makeup routine, which included Urban Decay’s 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil in Whiskey.

    Hailey Bieber/Instagram

    John Krasinski enjoyed beers at White Horse Tavern in New York City.

    Jamie-Lynn Sigler had dinner at The Guest House in Austin, Texas.

    Kendall Jenner showed off her legs in Calzedonia Sheer polka dot tights and 20 Denier Ultra Comfort Sheer Tights on Instagram. Jerry Seinfeld had dinner at Hunt and Fish Club in New York City.

    Jackie Tohn rocked a full AllSaints look at the brand’s fragrance launch in Beverly Hills, California, where guests sipped on Caliwater and El Cristiano Tequila.

    Lizzo wore the Deyci Abstract Chunky Heel Bootie in Black by AKIRA on Instagram.

    Nicole Scherzinger rocked a brown Cult Gaia dress outside of the Good Morning America studio in New York City. 

    Tyga performed at Somewhere Nowhere lounge and rooftop in New York City during a party hosted by El Grupo SN. 

    Lionel Messi partnered with Hard Rock to launch the superhero toy in his likeness, Captain Messi, at Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood in Hollywood, Florida. 

    Ramona Singer celebrated the opening of The Hudson Club Restaurant and Cocktail Bar in New York City presented by Hudson Street Hospitality, featuring cuisine by Chef John DeLucie and hosted by Owner Eytan Sugarman. 

    Jillian Dempsey collaborated with Bleusalt to launch a limited edition Luxe Jillian Poncho for $220 in black, green and stone.

    Kylie Jenner wore an all black look paired with Otra sunglasses to the Rhode Skin launch party in Beverly Hills, California. The reality television star also launched KHY’s collaboration with Entire Studios featuring an assortment of puffer jackets and made-to-match base layers in four colors and  the second installment of the KHY x NAMILIA collaboration featuring a mix of highly-coveted styles from the first launch and new statement-making silhouettes.

    Olivia Jade posed with a CELSIUS energy drink at the Circuit of the Americas during the Austin Grand Prix weekend in Austin, Texas.

    CELSIUS

    Lauren Sanchez shared a video on Instagram about her trip to Tijuana, Mexico with This Is About Humanity, a community that raises awareness and funds for families and children separated and reunited at the US-Mexico border, where she read her children’s book The Fly Who Flew To Space and gave out copies to each child.

    Jordan Fisher kicked off the Reese’s and KIT KAT Choose Both Halloween campaign in his Trick-or-TreatableCostume in New York City.

    Jennifer Lopez rocked the Intimissimi Boat Neck Modal Cashmere Ultralight Top in black while out in Hollywood, California. 

    George Lopez, Henry Winkler and Gabriel Iglesias are set to join Pink’s Hot Dogs to celebrate their 85th anniversary in Los Angeles, California, from Nov. 8-12, where proceeds of sales were donated to various charities for their Chili Dogs for Charity initiative.

    Scheana Shay posed with Raising Cane’s owner and founder Todd Graves to celebrate the World’s Biggest Pumpkin at Nights of the Jack in Calabasas, California.

    Paris Hilton posed in the Cindy Bebe 01 Black Crushed Patent Leather Pumps from INGILIZ on Instagram on Halloween while dressed up as Britney Spears. 

    Ryan Bingham guest bartended at Happiest Hour in Dallas, Texas to promote Happiest Hour and Bingham’s Bourbon partnership for Red Rivalry. 

    Madison Bailey wore an Ermanno Scervino gown with Black Suede Studio heels to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Brooklyn, New York.

    Kyle Richards shared her love for then ESW Beauty launched their Smoothie Lip Treatments on Amazon Live. The brand also launched their Strawberry Matcha Latte Depuffing & Hydrating Eye Patches and the ESW Beauty Iced Chai Latte Energizing & Firming Eye Patches.

    Ella Emhoff showed off VIVAIA’s Margot Mary Jane in ruby red and Margaret in apricot while posing on Instagram.

    Jenny Slate wore the Etnia Barcelona Torrent in BK sunglasses while out in New York City. The actress also wore the Daydreamer Lakeview Hockey Club Tee while posing on Instagram.

    Joy took the stage at a special concert with her girl group, Red Velvet, wearing the Nana Jacqueline Karina Dress with the brand’s Portia Earrings and Portia Necklace. 

    Rebecca Minkoff hosted a holiday soirée and movie night at Fouquet’s NYC in New York City and attended the Glamour Women of the Year Awards in New York City wearing her brand’s Tied Up Clutch. The designer also wore a full Rebecca Minkoff look to attend the 2024 CFDA Fashion Awards in New York City with Tinx and launched a collaboration with Wicked featuring two special edition handbags.

    Jasmine Tookes wore a Scanlan Theodore trench coat to rehearsals for the Victoria’s Secret fashion show in Brooklyn, New York.

    Courtesy Of Michael Stewart (@thestewartofny)

    Julius Randle hosted the Topo Chico Discovery Tour event in New York City.

    Heather McDonald posed with a Hammitt bag at the brand’s Powerful Women Event at Amy Sexton’s house in Laguna Beach, California.

    Chet Holmgren and Jamal Murray showed up to Denver’s Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado with Wingstop in hand.

    Jessica Szohr wore the Daydreamer Bob Marley Catch a Fire Relaxed Long Sleeve Tee while posing on Instagram. 

    Lexi Wood wore the Cosita Buena T Back Mini Dress in black by LULI FAMA while out and about in Key West, Florida. 

    Gigi Paris wore the Mia 02 Patent Croco Embossed Leather Boots in beige from INGILIZ while posing on Instagram. 

    Nina Garcia attended the Malone Souliers x Tabitha Simmons Launch Luncheon at Coco’s at Collette in New York City.

    Ella Hunt wore Logan Hollowell jewelry to the WWD Honors event in New York City.

    Gordon Ramsay attended the RaceWeek Social Club Kick Off night at The Guest House Austin in Austin, Texas hosted and curated by Dre London and presented by Zouk Nightclub, Ron Nicolli and Jared Garcia of Resorts World Las Vegas, Raj Kumar of The Guest House, and Inkind.

    Celebrity lymphatic drainage masseuse Flavia Lanini prepared Shanina Shaik, Ana de Armas, Danielle, Este and Alana Haim, Shay Mitchell and Alicia Vikander for Nicholas Hesquiere’s Louis Vuitton show for Paris Fashion Week in Paris, France. 

    Xandra Pohl had her hair done by celebrity hairstylist Sky Kim for the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Brooklyn, New York with Nexxus products including the Unbreakable Care Root Lift Thickening Spray, Prep & Protect Heat Defense Spray, Volume Medium Hold Mousse, Comb Thru Flexible Hold Hairspray, XXL Volume Medium Hold Hairspray, and the Repair & Nourish Ultra Lightweight Hair Oil. 

    Logan, the viral for cucumber boy, stopped by LA LA Kind Cafe 3rd Street in Los Angeles, California to make his cucumber salads and limited-time maple lattes for patrons.

    Jamie Chung attended the Glow Recipe x Sephora Night Market VIP Preview in Los Angeles, California.

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    Brittany Snow carried the Brahmin Mod Esme handbag in a photo on Instagram. 

    Ash K Holm attended Alix Earle’s Halloween party in Los Angeles, California.

    Fitness trainer Monet Zamora showed off her Souls LA pilates socks while posing for a photo on Instagram.

    Jordan Cohen, six time #1 Remax agent worldwide, listed Mike “The Miz” Mizanin and his wife, Marsye’s, home 10,400 square feet home in Westlake Village, California for $11,995,000. 

    Celebrity hairstylists Kahn Spence and Amanda Lee held hair appointments at Crane Salon in Beverly Hills, California to celebrate the launch of the new OGX shampoo and conditioner. 

    Heat Healer founder Lauren Dovey hosted a Day of Lymphatic Flow event with Katie Austin to celebrate the brand’s Wearable Wellness launch at the Santa Monica Proper Hotel in Santa Monica, California.

    Daus Mendoza hosted a Halloween event with Louie Castro in Los Angeles, California.

    Carter Gregory, attended F1 Austin in partnership with Amazon Fashion and the Amazon Influencer Program in Austin, Texas.

    Lindsay Brewer attended F1 Austin in Austin, Texas.

    CG5 started the European leg of his international tour with recent shows in Ireland and England. 

    Cameron Brink was announced as Urban Decay’s brand ambassador as part of a two year partnership where she will showcase the brand’s 24/7Glide-On Eye Pencil, All Nighter Setting Spray and a new product. 

    Spill Sesh attended the SMILE 2 premiere in Los Angeles, California. 

    Flavor Flav smashed a guitar at the first Cleveland Brows Rock and Roll Hall of Fame game during the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction week in Cleveland, Ohio, where Zakk Wylde played the national anthem and Robert ‘Kool’ Bell participated in a coin toss. The rapper also joined Anthony ‘Spice’ Adams and Kay Adams on FanDuel’s Up & Adams podcast episode to talk about this season’s NFL action and Old Spice Total Body Deodorant.

    Cleveland Browns

    Celebrity makeup artist Alexis Oakley created autumn beauty looks for Mikayla Nogueira and Katie Ritchie.

    Krysten Ritter wore Carolina Herrera by Safilo sunglasses while posing for a selfie on Instagram. 

    Jeff Wittek hosted his first live podcast show for Jeff FM at The Bourbon Room in Hollywood, California.

    Artist Vita Kari announced their first ever international exhibit at the Yiwei Gallery in Wuhan, China opening on Nov. 16.

    Financial Influencer Amanda Frances launched The Vibe, A Money Queen Membership, to provide women with empowering insights and tangible tips for success.

    Tommy Winkler shared a McDonald’s food hack on TikTok.

    Krept & Konan attended the Pride of Britain Awards in London, England.

    Hunter McRady attended a masterclass hosted by Sunday Riley at PUBLIC Hotel in New York City. 

    Kenzie Elizabeth and Keaton Milburn hosted a lunch at Arden West Hollywood in West Hollywood, California to celebrate their Friend of Mine Book Club Card launch, which included 60 questions to guide you through all thriller, romance, and fantasy reads. 

    Raha Amirfazli and Shadi Karamroudi were selected as the recipients of the 2024 Academy Gold Fellowship for Women, a one-year program in partnership with CHANEL that combines support, personalized mentorship and access to networking opportunities for emerging women filmmakers. 

    Logan Hollowell and Alice Mushrooms hosted an exclusive dinner at Chateau Marmont in West Hollywood, California to celebrate their collaboration.

    Logan Hollowell x Alice Mushrooms

    Savannah Lee Smith wore the Oly Tiered Ruffle Tulle Evening Gown in black by BCBGMAXAZRIA to the InStyle Imagemaker Awards in Los Angeles, California.

    Elizabeth Sulcer attended the Obagi Medical x Therabody holiday dinner at The Chelsea Hotel in New York City celebrate the brand’s Elastiderm Lift Up and Sculpt Moisturizer and Elastiderm Advanced Filler Concentrate. 

    Avery Woods attended the 2nd Annual Rare Beauty Impact Fund Benefit in Los Angeles, California. 

    Reneé Noe, founder of Noe Bad Vibes, attended the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Brooklyn, New York. 

    Hot Pilates celebrated the opening of their reformer studio with a party in West Hollywood, California.

    Clique hosted a pre-launch event and opening party to celebrate their nail salon in Los Angeles, California. 

    REISS hosted a preview for their Autumn/Winter 2024 collection at the Walker Drawas Showroom in Los Angeles, California. 

    Emi Jay hosted a pop-up event in West Hollywood, California to celebrate the launch of the Halo Hair Oil.

    Nana Jacqueline co-founder and creative director Jacqueline Zhang hosted an exclusive preview of the brand’s Roman Holiday Autumn Winter 2024 collection at California Club in Los Angeles, California, where attendees enjoyed light bites, drinks, and a design workshop to create Nana Jacqueline looks with sketches and fabrics.

    SeaVees hosted an event to celebrate their new Fall Collection with a specially curated vintage shop at MARKT LA in Los Angeles, California, where attendees received a store credit to hunt for a new one-of-a-kind outfit to go with their new shoes. 

    Schwarzkopf Professional hosted an immersive dinner at Tappan Gallery in Los Angeles, California to celebrate the appointment of Tracey Cunningham as U.S. Creative Director of Color & Technique and Jacob Schwartz as U.S. Hair Color Trend Ambassador.

    Tom Schwartz, Tucker Des Laurier and celebrity jewelry designer Kyle Chan were all smiles at Schwartz & Sandy’s in Los Angeles, California, where guests sipped on Chan’s Gold Bar Whiskey. The reality television star and the celebrity jewelry also attended the Art Hearts Fashion event during Los Angeles Fashion Week in Los Angeles, California to support fashion designer Milla Stone, owner of The Archives and Showroom. 

    On behalf of Kyle Chan Design

    LANEIGE opened their limited-time pop-up shop at The Grove in Los Angeles, California featuring exclusive items, holiday sets, discounts, branded merchandise and more until Jan. 12.

    Levi’s launched the Levi’s Band Tee Collection with exclusive tees with New Order and Joy Division.

    Lucchese x Nick Fouquet launched their fall 2024 collection featuring Western-inspired footwear and accessories for men and women including boots, hats, and socks.

    STAUD launched their official NFL STAUD Collection in partnership with Fanaticsis, which reimagines STAUD classics like the Shoko and Cargo sweaters, Shirley handbag, and Colleen dress in select NFL team inspired colorways.

    Lion Pose launched their Pep Talk™ Bio-Placenta® Barrier Cream, a non-comedogenic moisturizer crafted for sensitive skin and retinol users, that pairs with their Unspotted 4x Serum to create the Placenta Facial. 

    Olive & June launched their user and travel-friendly, performance-driven, UV-safe All-in-One At-Home Gel Manicure System featuring 28 shades that provide up to 21 days of wear, non-damaging removal with  a peel off base coat alternative, custom pink five-finger LED lamp, non-damaging removal system, and more.

    Heyhae launched three adhesive designs for their fall collection with 28 strips, a prep pad, a nail file, and a wooden stick.

    Whitney Port shared her love for The Rootist Densify Collection to avoid hair thinning and postpartum hair loss.

    Orfeh celebrated the launch of the Park Terrace Hotel’s Bark Terrace pet program curated by Lara Eurdolian at the Hotel Pomerania Halloween Costume Party in New York City. 

    Stoney Clover Lane launched a Clueless collection filled with a bag charm, a scrunchie, pouches, fanny packs, packing cubes, patches and more accessories inspired by the movie.

    The Good Patch launched their limited-edition travel essentials sets including the Everyday Travel Essentials Patch Set with @janelleonajet, Adventure Travel Essentials Patch Set with @natyexplora, and Family Travel Essentials Patch Set with @strollerinthecity for $30 each.

    The Pitman Sisters were celebrated with the Favorite Dance Trio award at the 10th Annual Dancers Against Cancer Industry Dance Awards in Beverly Hills, California. 

    Industry Dance Awards 

    Oak and Luna announced their first brick-and-mortar pop-up store in Boston, Massachusetts from Sept. 26-Feb. 24 where customers can experience an in-store engraving machine and more. 

    cocokind is launched their Peptide Fine Line Eye Gel that illuminates the eye and improves the look of fine lines through firming peptides and a hydrating blend of ceramides and squalane.

    Taco Bell partnered with three renowned chefs including Chef Reuben Asaram, Chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, and Chef Lawrence ‘LT’ Smith to reimagine the Crunchwrap Supreme with eight new ingredients and flavors as part of their TBX Program in New York City from Oct. 16-17 and Taco Bell Rewards Members nationwide customized their own Crunchwrap Supreme with up to $3 worth of free additions through the Taco Bell app for a limited time. The brand also launched their Decades Menu, a limited-time nationwide release featuring nostalgic items from the 1960s to the 2000s all for under $3, a tostada, green sauce burrito, meximelt, gordita supreme, and more along with limited-edition retro merch from each decade.

    The Body Lab launched eight individual fragrance doses to create your own bespoke fragrance for your Body Wash and Body Lotions that focus on anti-aging, moisturizing, calming, and soothing.

    alice + olivia launched the alice + olivia x I am a voter collection filled with limited-edition t-shirts for $195 and $175, where 10% of net proceeds will go back to support I am a voter’s work as a nonpartisan organization that creates a cultural shift around voting and civic engagement. The brand also launched a 17-piece capsule collection with The Beatles with prices ranging from $250 to $1,995.

    Huda Beauty launched their Icy Nude Eyeshadow Palette, Icy Nude Faux Filler Lip Gloss, Icy Nude Blush Filter, and Icy Nude Face Gloss.

    Aje launched their Resort 25 SOL collection filled with hand-painted prints, gold hardware and embroidery.

    Forever 21 launched the Forever 21 gifting shop as part of their holiday campaign. The brand also is set to launch a collaboration with Wicked, which includes over 80 styles inspired by the film’s characters.

    SPRWMN launched their fall/winter collection filled with suede, leather, and corduroy staples in neutrals with pops of color. 

    Equinox celebrated their exclusive collaboration with ASRV for the brand’s first ever women’s capsule collection with a high-intensity group fitness class at  Equinox Sports Club LA in Los Angeles, California.

    Nécessaire launched The Body Lotion in new signature scents including eucalyptus, santal, hinoki, and olibanum for $48.

    Bob Eubanks hosted a Backstage with The Beatles event with Ticket to Ride at Smothers Theatre at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, where attendees enjoyed performances and heard exclusive stories about Eubanks’ time producing The Beatles’ concerts. 

    Perse Klopp

    Sky Organics launched their Organic Sugar Lip Scrub, Gentle Clean Face Towels, and 100% Raw & Unrefined Batana Oil to elevate self-care routines while prioritizing eco-consciousness. 

    Flaus launched their new playful pink and coconut white colors to elevate self-care and oral beauty routines. 

    The Daily Front Row x Italian Trade Agency in collaboration with Cosmetica Italia, The Personal Care Association and Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna, hosted a BEAUTY MADE IN ITALY event at the West Hollywood Edition in West Hollywood, California where guests enjoyed a sound bath and meditation session led by Jennifer Elliott, a seated lunch, a panel discussion on beauty moderated by Daryl-Ann Denner and sunset cocktails.

    I Dew Care, the K-beauty-inspired skincare brand, announced its launch at Walgreens stores nationwide. 

    Yasmin Sewell, founder of Vyrao, celebrated the launch of the brand’s new Mamajuju fragrance featuring neuroscience-backed emotional benefits to promote relaxation, self-esteem, and memory, and ease anxiety, at Djuna Bel’s residence in Highland Park, California, where guests enjoyed a grounding ritual with energies Louise Mita and an intimate musical performance by Laraaji.

    Patchology launched their Skincare Booster™ Firm + Smooth Supercharge, a daily mask to boost to your complexion and it lock in your potent skincare ingredients to amplify their delivery.

    Posh Peanut launched a collection inspired by Disney’s Frozen in the brand’s buttery-soft fabrics with sizes ranging rom 3-6 months through adult XL and prices ranging from $14-$158. The brand also unveiled The Flower Shoppe campaign featuring earthy tones, delicate prints, and solid pieces for men, women, and children.

    Musely launched their Acne Cream to combat acne breakouts and reduce inflammation from skin irritation and Lash Serum to grow and strengthen eyelashes. 

    Cult Gaia is set to host a sample sale from Oct. 30-Nov. 3 at 8111 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90048 from 5 pm PST-8 pm PST.

    Dr. Iris Rubin, founder of SEEN Hair Care, relaunched the brand’s Leave-In Conditioner at Ulta. 

    Nori is hosting holiday sales with 20% off site wide from Nov. 8-Nov. 21 and 25% off site wide from Nov. 22-Dec. 6.

    ILIA Beauty is set to host a Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale from Nov. 24-Dec. 2 with 20% site wide, 25% orders over $125, a full size GWP and 25% off orders over $150 along with a Sephora Savings Event starting Nov. 1 for Rouge members and Nov. 5 for the public.

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      Bronny James Scores First NBA Points In Front Of Cavs Fans, Hometown Goes Nuts


      Bronny James now has a spot on the NBA’s all-time scoring list — the Lakers rookie drained his first regular season bucket on Wednesday … and fittingly enough, it was in his hometown!!

      The Cleveland Cavaliers dominated the Los Angeles Lakers in a 134-110 blowout win at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse … and in the closing minutes of the contest, the crowd chanted, “We want Bronny.”

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      Lakers head coach JJ Redick gave the fans what they wanted … subbing Bronny in with about five minutes left.

      The spectators erupted when Bronny took the court … but it got even louder with just over two minutes left, when the 20-year-old nailed a 14-foot jumper — securing the first points of his career.

      Of course, Bronny was born and raised in northeast Ohio … as LeBron and Savannah welcomed him in his second season with the Cavs back in 2004.

      Bronny finished his garbage time performance with two points, two assists and a steal … and after the final buzzer, he said the whole experience was “insane.”

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      “Much more than I anticipated for sure,” Bronny admitted. “But it’s all love. It was insane. It was a nice moment. The chants really got me. I was straight-faced, but I felt it and it felt really good, especially coming from here.”

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      “Yeah, it was a special moment for me for sure.”





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      Scale New Heights With ‘Dragon Age: The Veilguard’ in the Cloud on GeForce NOW

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      Scale New Heights With ‘Dragon Age: The Veilguard’ in the Cloud on GeForce NOW


      Even post-spooky season, GFN Thursday has some treats for GeForce NOW members: a new batch of 17 games joining the cloud in November.

      Catch the five games available to stream this week, including Dragon Age: The Veilguard, the highly anticipated next installment in BioWare’s beloved fantasy role-playing game series. Players who purchased the GeForce NOW Ultimate bundle can stream the game at launch for free starting today.

      Unite the Veilguard

      What’s your dragon age?

      In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, take on the role of Rook and stop a pair of corrupt ancient gods who’ve broken free from centuries of darkness, hellbent on destroying the world. Set in the rich world of Thedas, the game includes an epic story with meaningful choices, deep character relationships, and a mix of familiar and new companions to go on adventures with.

      Select from three classes, each with distinct weapon types, and harness the classes’ unique, powerful abilities while coordinating with a team of seven companions, who have their own rich lives and deep backstories. An expansive skill-tree system allows for diverse character builds across the Warrior, Rogue and Mage classes.

      Experience the adventure in the vibrant world of Thedas with enhanced visual fidelity and performance by tapping into a GeForce NOW membership. Priority members can enjoy the game at up to 1080p resolution and 60 frames per second (fps). Ultimate members can take advantage of 4K resolution, up to 120 fps and advanced features like NVIDIA DLSS 3, low-latency gameplay with NVIDIA Reflex, and enhanced image quality and immersion with ray-traced ambient occlusion and reflections, even on low-powered devices.

      ‘Resident Evil 4’ in the Cloud

      RE4 on GeForce NOW
      Stream it from the cloud to survive.

      Capcom’s Resident Evil 4 is now available on GeForce NOW, bringing the horror to cloud gaming.

      Survival is just the beginning. Six years have passed since the biological disaster in Raccoon City.

      Agent Leon S. Kennedy, one of the incident’s survivors, has been sent to rescue the president’s kidnapped daughter. The agent tracks her to a secluded European village, where there’s something terribly wrong with the locals. The curtain rises on this story of daring rescue and grueling horror where life and death, terror and catharsis intersect.

      Featuring modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline and vividly detailed graphics, Resident Evil 4 marks the rebirth of an industry juggernaut. Relive the nightmare that revolutionized survival horror, with stunning high-dynamic-range visuals and immersive ray-tracing technology for Priority and Ultimate members.

      Life Is Great With New Games

      The Division 2 Y6S2 on GeForce NOW
      Time to gear up, agents.

      A new season for “Year 6” in Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 from Ubisoft is now available for members to stream. In Shades of Red, rogue ex-Division agent Aaron Keener has given himself up and is now in custody at the White House. The Division must learn what he knows to secure the other members of his team. New Seasonal Modifiers change gameplay and gear usage for players. A new revamped progression is also available. The Seasonal Journey comprises a series of missions, each containing a challenge-style objective for players to complete.

      Look for the following games available to stream in the cloud this week:

      Life Is Strange: Double Exposure (New release on Steam and Xbox, available in the Microsoft store, Oct. 29)
      Dragon Age: The Veilguard (New release on Steam and EA App, Oct. 31)
      Resident Evil 4 (Steam)
      Resident Evil 4 Chainsaw Demo (Steam)
      VRChat (Steam)

      Here’s what members can expect for the rest of November:

      Metal Slug Tactics (New release on Steam, Nov. 5)
      Planet Coaster 2 (New release on Steam, Nov. 6)
      Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate (New Release on Steam, Nov. 6)
      Empire of the Ants (New release on Steam, Nov. 7)
      Unrailed 2: Back on Track (New release on Steam, Nov. 7)
      Farming Simulator 25 (New release on Steam, Nov. 12)
      Sea Power: Naval Combat in the Missile Age (New release on Steam, Nov. 12)
      Industry Giant 4.0 (New release Steam, Nov. 15)
      Towers of Aghasba (New release on Steam, Nov. 19)
      S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov .20)
      Star Wars Outlaws (New release on Steam, Nov. 21)
      Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers (Steam)
      Headquarters: World War II (Steam)
      PANICORE (Steam)
      Slime Rancher (Steam)
      Sumerian Six (Steam)
      TCG Card Shop Simulator (Steam)

      Outstanding October

      In addition to the 22 games announced last month, eight more joined the GeForce NOW library:

      Empyrion – Galactic Survival (New release on Epic Games Store, Oct. 10)
      Assassin’s Creed Mirage (New release on Steam, Oct. 17)
      Windblown (New release on Steam, Oct. 24)
      Call of Duty HQ, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and Call of Duty: Warzone (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass)
      Dungeon Tycoon (Steam)
      Off the Grid (Epic Games Store)
      South Park: The Fractured but Whole (Available on PC Game Pass, Oct 16. Members need to activate access.)
      Star Trucker (Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass)

      What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.



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      PSA: Use this feature immediately in Black Ops 6

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      PSA: Use this feature immediately in Black Ops 6


      You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you’re reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games here

      I’ve always played Call of Duty, but I haven’t been a huge fan of team-based multiplayer. With the chaos brought to the table with the new Omnimovement system, team-based matches are carnage in Black Ops 6. Thankfully, one of my favourite features returns this year – the ability to Filter matches.

      It’s actually quite easy to miss, appearing subtly under the Find a Match tab in the lobby, but, man, is this a game-changer. By filtering, you’re able to just zone in on game modes you enjoy the most – and not get tied into a random whirlwind of matches that you’re not interested in. For me, and I’m perhaps in the minority here, Free For All is all I want to play. I can just mute my mic and the lobby, sit back and just enjoy what I think is the purest multiplayer experience in the game. For you, the idea of living for a couple of seconds only to be killed may sound like torture, at least until the game is patched.

      To filter a game mode, you just need to do the following:

      Head to the multiplayer lobby and click R on PC or use Square (PS5) or X (Xbox)

      This opens the edit quick play option where you can select the modes you like

      Before finding a match, make sure you deselect those that you don’t enjoy. Image captured by VideoGamer.com

      Avoid Team Deathmatch in Black Ops 6

      Now, for some people, the idea of going it alone may not be appealing. And, yes, there are clearly issues with spawing, which we think is as bad as Call of Duty: Ghosts – a game notorious for its brutal spawn points. With that in mind, you may want to tread carefully when going into Team Deathmatch, as there are some modes (some would say Free For All is also affected) where this issue appears to be exacerbated. I also highly recommend muting your lobby, unless you enjoy hearing people shouting and breathing heavily.

      Finally, I would strongly recommend checking out the Black Ops 6 campaign this year. When I first started playing Call of Duty, I would jump straight into the single-player mode, which at the time felt fresh. Black Ops 2 and the original Call of Duty; Modern Warfare in particular really stand out as being the strongest experiences I’ve had with the games. After some mediocre entries, this year’s single-player does throw a couple of new ideas into the mix, and also opts for more sandbox-style environments, similar to some of the game areas in God of War: Ragnarok.




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      Overmorrow (2024) – Game details | Adventure Gamers

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      Overmorrow (2024) – Game details | Adventure Gamers



      You wash up on a beach of a mysterious island, with no direction and no abilities. As you explore, you will find points of interest, revealing small tidbits about your surroundings, as well as abilities allowing you to manipulate the environment. Somewhere on this island are the answers you seek, but finding all the pieces you need will take a number of days. The story and events of each day will depend on which specific things you have achieved up until that time, which may change your plans as each day progresses. But having a plan is necessary to discover all of the island’s secrets within the day-limit imposed upon you. When the 30 days are over, the island will reset your progress. But in Overmorrow, not everything is as it may seem on the surface, and the game’s underlying metanarrative begins to unfold the more of the island you explore.



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      Ubisoft Launches NFT Game “Champions Tactics,” with Characters Trading for Up to $63,000 – Cryptoflies News

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      Ubisoft Launches NFT Game “Champions Tactics,” with Characters Trading for Up to ,000 – Cryptoflies News


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      Ubisoft has officially launched its much-awaited non-fungible token (NFT) game, “Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles.” 

      Initially announced last year, the game is a “PVP tactical RPG game” where players collect digital figurines, or “Warlord” warriors, from the fictional world of Grimoria. In gameplay, players assemble squads of three characters to battle in turn-based combat.

      NFT characters are called “Champions,” with a total of 75,000 minted. They are currently trading at prices ranging from $21 to $63,000. Champions were first released in July, initially to holders of NFT figurines from “The Warlords of Champions Tactics” collection, and then through a public mint.

      The figurine collection includes 9,999 unique Warlords, with prices on OpenSea ranging from 0.025 ETH (approximately $65) to 10 ETH (over $26,000). The collection was introduced in November 2023, and on the day of minting in December, it sold out in less than 10 minutes. Since then, the total trading volume has reached 3,351 ETH, around $9 million, according to OpenSea data.

      Ubisoft’s ongoing involvement in Web3 marks a commitment to blockchain technology, even as other gaming companies have pulled back from NFTs amid a market downturn and regulatory questions. 

      Its entry into Web3 began in early 2022 with Ubisoft Quartz, a platform that allowed players to acquire “Digits” — the first NFTs available in an AAA game. Although Ubisoft Quartz was eventually discontinued, the company’s interest in blockchain technology has persisted. 

      Earlier this year, Ubisoft collaborated with Double Jump.Tokyo to further integrate Web3 technology into its games. In November 2023, the company also partnered with Animoca Brands to support Web3 efforts in Mocaverse, which includes “Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles.”

      Last month, Ubisoft took another step by joining forces with Magic Eden to release 10,000 “Niji Warrior ID Cards” NFTs for “Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E.” These NFTs grant holders special access, rewards, and a role in the game’s development, expanding Ubisoft’s blockchain footprint further. 



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      Days Before Election, Bitcoin Hovers Near All-Time High

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      Days Before Election, Bitcoin Hovers Near All-Time High


      Bitcoin surged over 8% this week, coming within just a few dollars of its all-time high on Tuesday. The digital currency briefly pushed past $73,000 before leveling out on Wednesday. This price movement arrives as the crypto market reacts to the U.S. election climate, where many speculate a potential win for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. Bitcoin’s October upward trajectory, which crypto traders call “Uptober” due to its historically excellent performance, is boosted by this price growth.

      According to crypto fans, Bitcoin could reach a record high in the coming days as Election Day approaches. After initially increasing by over $2,000 in a few short hours, there were minor swings among $71,000 and $73,000. In October alone, Bitcoin has risen 12%, proving that it can endure and establishing itself as a noteworthy performer for the month.

      In addition to Bitcoin’s remarkable performance, the entire crypto market is expanding at a comparable rate. As they both ride the same wave of enthusiasm, Ethereum and Solana saw increases of 4% and 5%, respectively. Notably, this week saw a stunning 23% increase in Dogecoin, a parody coin commonly linked to Elon Musk. Musk’s endorsement of Dogecoin at several Trump rallies corresponds with this surge, which raises the coin’s profile and appeal even further.

      There were large inflows into exchange-traded funds (ETFs) once the price of Bitcoin increased. Despite the pre-election volatility, these ETFs invested $870 million, the third-highest amount since they were approved in January. This pattern shows that investors believe Bitcoin is a valuable asset, especially in hard times. The introduction of Bitcoin ETFs in March caused a comparable surge, which contributed to Bitcoin reaching its most recent record high of about $73,000.

      Trump’s Lead Boosts Polymarket Predictions

      As the election draws closer, Trump is seeing a lead over Vice President Harris on Polymarket, a crypto prediction platform. Trump currently has a 67% likelihood of winning, according to polymarket users, even though standard surveys show the two candidates tied. Recent studies indicate that part of the activity on Polymarket may be inflated by fraudulent accounts, adding to the uncertainty surrounding these estimates.

      Source: Polymarket

      In an attempt to sway voters who are still on the fence, both candidates are increasing their efforts in the last days of the campaign. Trump in particular has positioned himself as a proponent of Bitcoin. He promised at a recent rally to turn the United States into “the crypto capital of the planet.” He has spoken at the Bitcoin conference in Nashville, announced a new crypto venture, and pledged to fire SEC chair Gary Gensler—a move that has resonated with many in the crypto industry.

      Elon Musk has joined Trump at several events, promoting Dogecoin and even referencing a potential role in Trump’s proposed Department of Government Efficiency, humorously abbreviated as D.O.G.E. This playful nod to Dogecoin has drawn positive attention from crypto enthusiasts, strengthening Musk’s ongoing influence within the crypto world and bolstering Trump’s appeal to pro-crypto voters.

      In contrast to Trump, Vice President Harris has taken a more cautious approach to crypto. While her stance aligns with a tempered pro-crypto position similar to President Biden’s, her policies have not generated the same enthusiasm within the crypto community. Some analysts speculate that a Harris victory might lead to a drop in Bitcoin’s value. Despite these concerns, Michael Terpin, CEO of Transform Ventures, believes Bitcoin’s growth will persist regardless of the election outcome.

      According to Terpin, Bitcoin is currently in a cycle where its value traditionally increases. He believes there is enough momentum to keep pushing Bitcoin upward. However, he added that Trump’s win could accelerate this growth, potentially driving Bitcoin to even greater heights faster than expected. As the election nears, the crypto market is watching closely, anticipating the impact of political outcomes on the sector’s future.



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      Megan Thee Stallion Files Suit Against Influencer Over Deepfake Harassment – Decrypt

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      Megan Thee Stallion Files Suit Against Influencer Over Deepfake Harassment – Decrypt



      Rapper Megan Thee Stallion sued Milagro Gramz on Tuesday, alleging the Texas-based internet personality defamed her following a separate court case with Canadian rapper Tory Lanez.

      Born Megan Pete, the rapper alleges Gramz (Milagro Cooper) stalked her online, causing emotional distress and spreading AI-generated deepfake pornography featuring her likeness.

      In court documents filed in the Southern District Court of Florida, Pete’s attorneys acknowledged that while it’s unknown who created the deepfake video, they argue Cooper published a video on YouTube that addressed an X post related to the explicit content.

      “The lengths to which Defendant Cooper goes to harass Ms. Pete knows no bounds, attorneys for Pete wrote. “In June 2024, Defendant Cooper encouraged her 27,000 X followers to view an X post by Bimbella that shared a doctored, artificially created video of Ms. Pete purportedly engaged in sexual acts without Ms. Pete’s knowledge or consent.”

      It’s the latest development in the ongoing feud between Lanez and Pete, which began in 2020 when Lanez was charged with shooting Pete in the feet during an altercation in Los Angeles.

      Lanez was convicted on three felony counts, including assault with a semiautomatic handgun, according to a report by the New York Times.

      The complaint further asserts that Cooper’s alleged harassment was at the behest of Lanez (born Daystar Peterson) and accused Cooper of running an “online rumor mill” that spread false claims about Pete, including questioning the rapper’s mental state and having a “severe drinking problem.”

      Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Cooper said she was informed of the lawsuit by Pete’s attorney, Alex Spiro. “Of course, we’ll chat about it,” she wrote. “They threw in the tape, too.” Cooper did not say if she intends to counter-sue.

      Attorneys for Pete are seeking compensatory and punitive damages, legal fees, and a court order to prevent future harassment by Cooper.

      Pete’s lawsuit is the most recent concerning AI-generated deepfakes of high-profile artists.

      Last year, actress Scarlett Johansson filed a lawsuit against image generator Lisa AI, which posted a deepfake of Johansson promoting the platform.

      In May, Johansson, who starred as the voice of the AI Samantha in the 2013 film “Her,” took legal action against ChatGPT creator OpenAI after it released a voice-enabled version of the chatbot that sounded eerily similar to the actress.

      Representatives for both Cooper and Pete did not immediately respond to Decrypt’s request for comment.

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      5 Reasons To Stay At Andaz Prague


      As the first Andaz hotel (and also the first World of Hyatt property) in the Czech Republic, the laid-back luxury of Andaz Prague has quickly become a favorite of travelers. Located in the historic Sugar Palace, its historic interiors tell a lot of stories. It was once the main office of the sugar trade in town (did you know the sugar cube was invented here?). It then served as a government office for nutrition during the Communist years, and later a bank.

      These days, the interiors are filled with colorful art and mythical legend allusions that give the entire building a museum-like air. Every few steps leads to questions or conversations, usually solved via a quick QR scan thanks to the hotel’s excellent focus on art and design. No matter your reason for visiting the city, these are the top five reasons to stay at the Andaz Prague.

      The art and design

      The entire essence of this hotel is built around the mystery and myth of so many Czech legends. White it may not seem obvious it first, pick up a book from reception (it’s a beautiful paperback of almost 50 pages that you can take home) with details on all of the historic stories that created the art here.

      As soon as you enter, the exuberant light wakes you up to something fresh and new, and I loved that, even after arriving late in the evening. I immediately drew attention to the colorful art and historic pieces that lined the walls. The book details how everything throughout the hotel is based on legends and historic tales from the region’s past.

      Moving through the building, you can quickly notice the ornate moldings, tall windows and door frames, which were reconstructed or upgraded to their original style.

      The cuisine

      The main restaurant handles three meals a day with glorious views of the neighboring architecture and constant passersby on the sidewalk. I started the day with a lovely breakfast featuring Czech and international cheeses, pastries, breads and veggies. I really loved the a la carte breakfast with Turkish eggs, which was more of a Middle Eastern offering with poached eggs, labneh with sumac and fresh veggies.

      The other menu dishes varied between international and a few regional options, which the culinary team calls Czech “bistronomy.” I really loved the creativity in the presentation and delivery. During the week, local business people pop in for an executive lunch. At nearby MEZ bar, guests and locals visit from morning to night enjoying coffee or afternoon tea, evening cocktails and light bites. During the warmer months, the cafe spills out onto the terrace.

      The rooms

      I love how the mythical Czech theme continues from the elevator through the hallways to the guest rooms. Hardwood floors with area rugs are home to wide king or paired queen beds with very soft pillows. Bedside power outlets are a plus.

      What I really liked are the fun and quirky touches that continued the legend theme of the design, like the clutched hands that hold back the drapes and the characters that dangle from atop the mirrors or underneath the lamps.

      The lion’s head that prowls over your pillow refers to the two‐tailed lion that fought the nine‐headed dragon. It now protects guests as you sleep, and there’s an extra night watch if you know where to look. On either side of the night stand, the foot stools of the table have one lion’s paw on either side. You won’t notice it unless you look.

      Other fun features include some of the plumpy men climbing down the mirrors over the vanity (another story from the book at reception) and the brass bar exteriors to each guest room, part of the original bank tellar windows from years ago.

      The suites are elaborate with spacious living rooms, marble-walled bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and large windows, and modern furnishings. The winter garden suites have glamorous French doors that open to hexagon-shaped seating areas that double as dining or work spaces. With the history of the building, many of the rooms sport different design layouts.

      The bonuses

      Andaz may be a luxury brand, but it does not skimp on special perks for all members, and not just elite status members in the top tier. Everyone is invited to the Andaz hour, a brand standard evening experience where guests can immerse themselves in a fun and local moment. Here, the hotel puts its regional immersion on full display.

      The hotel hired a local parfumier to design several bespoke fragrances for the hotel. These are diffused in public areas, but during the Andaz hour, guests can interact with the bartender to curate their preferred drink using one of these scents. At the end of the experience, guests leave learning a new cocktail recipe and can taste their own drink.

      Another perk for guests is the complimentary minibar in all rooms, which includes local juices and lemonades plus still and sparkling water. My favorite inclusion is the chocolate pretzel mix, a local brand that also includes other flavors in the portfolio.

      Be sure to share with the hotel that you are traveling with kids. The staff has a lot of special extras that they can offer from special snacks or even exciting in-room surprises.

      The points

      World of Hyatt is the little loyalty program that could (and does). Despite its size, it punches above its weight when it comes to benefits and perks. This allows it to compete with bigger competitors like Marriott Bonvoy and Hilton Honors.

      During your stay, you can earn points for your room rate. You also earn points for room charges including food, drinks and spa services. Of course, the well-equipped fitness center is free for all guests to use.

      If you have elite status with Hyatt, you earn bonus points and late checkout privileges. Top-tier Globalist status includes complimentary breakfast for two (and quite substantial here). Andaz Prague is one of nearly 30 Andaz properties open around the world. There are about 20 more on the way. Andaz is one of Hyatt’s most design-rich and exciting brands. The historic Prague property should be one of the first you visit.



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