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fromPortland Monthly
20 hours ago

Archive: There's Something About Mary's

Mary's Club has been a staple of the Portland nightlife since 1965, known for its unpretentious vibe and family-run atmosphere, making it a unique fixture in the city.
Portland
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Hoboken opens door to Airbnb as NYC and other NJ towns lock out short-term rentals

Hoboken, NJ, has no short-term rental regulations, attracting listings as NYC tightens rules, prompting city officials to consider new legislation.
New York Mets
fromQNS
2 days ago

Metropolitan Park casino opponents sue NYS Gaming Commission, vow to keep fighting after judge dismisses case - QNS

Opponents of the Metropolitan Park casino filed a lawsuit against the NYS Gaming Commission, alleging unfair licensing processes and seeking to block the development.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 days ago

Oceanwide Plaza buyer faces resistance, confirmation hearing pushed

Downtown Los Angeles' Oceanwide Plaza faces uncertainty as bankruptcy court delays confirmation hearing amid creditor concerns and city evaluations.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Indecent exposure case at Whole Foods in Valencia under investigation

A man is being sought by law enforcement for committing a lewd act in a Whole Foods store in Valencia.
Law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Washington State Targets Kalshi in Illegal Online Betting Lawsuit

Washington's lawsuit against Kalshi claims its binary event contracts constitute illegal gambling under state law.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
5 days ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

Years Ago, My Husband Was in an "Adult Film." It's Only a Matter of Time Before Our Kids Find Out.

Discussing a parent's past in adult films with children requires careful consideration of timing and the family's values on sexuality.
#sex-work
fromFortune
1 month ago
Social justice

'This is how you end up the face of a Japanese lubricant company without ever having signed a document': Nevada sex workers fight for union status | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
Social justice

'This is how you end up the face of a Japanese lubricant company without ever having signed a document': Nevada sex workers fight for union status | Fortune

London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

It dictated the whole atmosphere': why some landlords are banning kids from pubs

Egil Johansen banned children from his pub due to safety concerns and lack of parental control, prioritizing the safety of all patrons.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 week ago

An undercover S.F. cop, an alleged hand job, and a Westside massage parlor

SFPD Sgt. Robert Glenn's undercover operation at Richmond Serenity Spa led to allegations of misconduct and a contested license revocation.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

If you want housing abundance, let the market work

Good urbanism should transcend politics. Socialists and capitalists can walk the same neighborhood and agree it's a pleasant place to live. They can each appreciate the tree canopy, the corner café with people spilling onto the sidewalk, the mix of ages on bikes and on foot, the architectural details of older buildings, and so on.
Philosophy
Wellness
fromDesign Milk
2 weeks ago

The Lore Bath House Sauna Opens in New York

Third spaces like Lore Bath House provide essential community interactions, offering healthier alternatives to traditional social venues in densely populated cities.
fromBloombergtax
1 week ago

Utah Porn and Ad Taxes Would Boost Litigation More Than Revenue

The proposed Targeted Advertising Tax in Utah is imposed on advertising that is bought, delivered, accessed, or interacted with using the internet, raising concerns about its legality under the Internet Tax Freedom Act.
Law
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Fair taxation and the future of the regulated betting industry - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

With UK betting sites now serving as a primary driver of industry growth and digital innovation, any aggressive increase in duties threatens to stifle investment and lead to a significant contraction in a market that supports over a hundred thousand jobs nationwide.
Poker
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

The Sure Bet: How Legal, Regulated Sports Betting Protects Consumers | amNewYork

New York's regulated sports betting generates over $1 billion annually in tax revenue while providing strong consumer protections, contrasting sharply with illegal offshore sites that contribute nothing and lack safeguards.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Strip club Stringfellows bid for new Mayfair site

Stringfellows seeks to open a strip club in Mayfair, but police and residents oppose it citing crime concerns, noise disruption, and neighborhood character preservation.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

How Public Financing Wins Projects Before You Build

Through Community Facilities Districts (CFD), Municipal Utility Districts (MUD), Public Improvement Districts (PID), Community Development Districts (CDD) and reimbursement districts (RD), builders can potentially shift infrastructure costs off their balance sheets and onto special districts that homebuyers ultimately absorb through property taxes without potentially adding debt to the builder's books.
LA real estate
NYC food
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

The last Hooters in NYC closed for good

New York City's last Hooters location in Fresh Meadows, Queens closed in late February, ending the chain's decades-long presence in the five boroughs.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 weeks ago

The Daily Dirt: Eliot Spitzer is once again fighting Adam Leitman Bailey over his condo project

Eliot Spitzer's Fifth Avenue luxury condo development faces renewed legal opposition from attorney Adam Leitman Bailey, who claims a rent-stabilized tenant received an irrevocable lease renewal offer that was improperly demanded back.
#sex-trafficking
NYC LGBT
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Queens 'Pimp' Busted In Long Island Motel Sex-Traffick Ring, DA Says

A Queens man was arrested for operating a sex-trafficking network exploiting women and minors across Long Island and New York City hotels from 2021 to present.
NYC LGBT
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Queens 'Pimp' Busted In Long Island Motel Sex-Traffick Ring, DA Says

A Queens man was arrested for operating a sex-trafficking network exploiting women and minors across Long Island and New York City hotels from 2021 to present.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

The Neighbor Kids Keep Trespassing on Our Property. It's Going to End in Disaster.

Property owners face legal liability for child injuries on their land from attractive nuisances like frozen ponds, requiring immediate protective action beyond verbal warnings.
Renovation
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I opened a boutique under a senior living community. I worried it would be a disaster, but I've made surprising friends.

A boutique owner's initial concerns about sharing a building with a senior living community transformed into genuine friendships and a thriving community gathering space.
fromQueerty
1 month ago

This gay bathhouse owner spilled the tea on what it's really like to run a sauna - Queerty

I'm usually [there] early because I have to meet a tradesperson. I'm constantly ordering cleaning products. The TV breaks down, buy a new TV; install the TV. If the beds get cracks in [them], buy a new bed. The biggest part of his job is the boring stuff.
LGBT
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

My Husband and I Host Sex Parties. We're Feuding Over the Next Guest of Honor.

Inviting an ex to a sex party with a no-contact agreement creates awkwardness and contradicts typical party dynamics where all attendees are assumed available unless explicitly excluded.
fromGothamist
1 month ago

'Sip and stroll': NY lawmaker wants to ease liquor laws during World Cup

Clearly, we'll have to move fast. It actually is a more controlled way of ensuring that small businesses can take advantage of the World Cup coming to New York City.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Rhode Island housing package targets zoning, parking and SROs

Rhode Island is becoming a model for housing policy in other states. We've passed more than 60 new housing laws that are having real results. He cited a 70% increase in building permits in 2023, the largest since the Great Recession. He also noted that construction takes time. We are still trying to play catch-up for all the years that Rhode Island was dead last in the country for new housing starts.
East Bay real estate
fromSouth China Morning Post
1 month ago

Hong Kong's small landlords turn to co-working, student hostels to survive

The persistent 'flight to quality' creates a profound and escalating challenge for owners of older, non-prime office buildings. As corporates from high-value sectors consolidate into modern, ESG-compliant buildings, the demand for secondary space contracts to smaller local businesses, back-office functions and start-ups - all of which are highly price sensitive and have more options.
Real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Soho House sued after bartender alleges she was 'drugged and raped' by her supervisor

This is as egregious an instance of callous corporate indifference to workplace sexual violence that anyone can experience. After two weeks on the job, Doe said that she reported Vichique Maya's conduct to two male supervisors, including Soho House's floor manager and food and beverage director, states the complaint, but neither took any semblance of corrective or investigatory action.
Los Angeles
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

How strong is New York's "illegal gambling" case against Valve's loot boxes?

The problem here is 100% the ability to resell the items from the loot boxes. A loot box/gacha mechanic is fine when you can't turn around and resell the items because you're not getting something of value. When Valve is also providing a marketplace for those items, they've added the third element.
Miscellaneous
East Bay real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

A Portland room rental pilot puts new Oregon SRO rules to the test

Oregon legalized single-room occupancy housing statewide, enabling cities to permit SROs in residential areas as an affordable housing solution to address the housing crisis.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Gamers Pick Sides As New York Sues Valve Over Loot Boxes

New York's attorney general sued Valve for illegal gambling through loot boxes in Steam games, claiming the practice harms children and seeking fines and sales restrictions.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Topsfield massage shut down over alleged prostitution, trafficking

Police shut down a Topsfield massage parlor following a months-long investigation into alleged prostitution and human trafficking.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
32 years ago

Neighbors Spar Over Bed-and-Breakfast : Housing: Couple's plan to rent one floor of their historic home to overnight guests has caused residents sleepless nights.

South Pasadena residents oppose a couple's plan to open the city's first bed-and-breakfast in a Victorian mansion within an exclusive residential neighborhood.
Miscellaneous
fromWallpaper*
1 month ago

Why are there suddenly so many saunas in New York?

Culture of Bathe-ing festival in Brooklyn showcases 15 mobile saunas and positions New York as the US bathing capital by blending midwestern sauna culture, traditional bathhouses, and modern wellness design.
NYC real estate
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A man paid $200.57 for one night at a famous NYC hotel, then lived there rent-free for years. Now he could go to jail.

A man exploited New York's Rent Stabilization Code to live rent-free in the New Yorker Hotel for five years, then attempted to claim ownership, resulting in fraud charges and a six-month jail sentence.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

How Brothel Workers in Nevada Just Made Labor History

Sheri's Ranch in Nevada attempted to impose a contract giving management ownership of workers' likenesses, intellectual property, and power of attorney over employees, prompting legal resistance from sex workers.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Batton plaintiffs allege reverse auction in Anywhere settlement

In their motion to intervene, the Batton plaintiffs claim that Anywhere picked the most ineffectual class lawyers to negotiate a settlement with in the hope that the district court will approve a weak settlement that will preclude other claims against the defendant. The questionable settlement amount here further underscores Plaintiffs' counsel's inadequate representation of homebuyer claims against Anywhere.
Law
Business
fromFuturism
1 month ago

New Platform Lets You Gamble on CCTV Footage

Internet and crypto betting platforms enable real-world-event wagers and live CCTV gambling, increasing addiction risks and exposing regulatory gaps, especially for young people.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
1 month ago

When Did Going to the Sauna Get So Stressful?

New York bathhouses rebrand traditional relaxation as productivity-focused wellness experiences with structured programming, biohacking amenities, and social engagement designed for short, efficient sessions.
#zillow
San Francisco
fromMission Local
1 month ago

The Phoenix Hotel rises: S.F.'s famous rock-and-roll motor lodge stays open under new owner

The Phoenix Hotel's planned closure was averted when owner Michel Suas secured a new operator, allowing the hotel to continue operating into 2026.
#human-trafficking
#prostitution
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
SF politics

SF Finally Shuts Down Tenderloin Massage Parlor That Was Blatantly Operating as a Brothel'

fromQNS
2 months ago
New York City

Cops shutter alleged Astoria brothel after months-long investigation - QNS

fromsfist.com
2 months ago
SF politics

SF Finally Shuts Down Tenderloin Massage Parlor That Was Blatantly Operating as a Brothel'

fromQNS
2 months ago
New York City

Cops shutter alleged Astoria brothel after months-long investigation - QNS

UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Restaurateur faces rape and sexual assault trial

Vikas Nath, 63, Knightsbridge restaurateur, is charged with rape, sexual assaults, voyeurism, and administering drugs; he denies charges and is remanded pending a February 8, 2027 trial.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Hoxton noise case against Yamamori Izakaya nighclub paused as hotel issues new statement

Last week, the hotel's leaseholder, Trinity Hospitality, sought a court injunction "to reduce excessive noise transfer from Yamamori Izakaya into the hotel". It sparked a protest outside the hotel on Monday by protesters concerned about a drop in the number of late-night venues. The Hoxton Hotel, which neighbours Yamamori Izakaya, a Japanese restaurant that holds music events, claims it has been forced to close around a quarter of its rooms because of "numerous guest complaints about late-night, low-frequency music noise and vibration".
Miscellaneous
#daniel-stern
Venture
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A couple bought a run-down RV park for $1.23 million and turned it into a boutique hotel

Robin Singh and Sharan Samra converted an Oregon RV park into the themed Florentine Waterfront Hotel and opened it within a year of purchase.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Cool Down
2 months ago

Homeowner baffled after discovering HOA installed inexplicable device: 'I wasn't consulted on this'

An HOA installed more-than-six-foot digital advertising billboards with cameras in a building lobby, charging residents for costs while a third party keeps ad revenue.
US politics
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

How New York's Liquor Rule Changes Opened Up Opportunities For Adult Recreation Venues - Tasting Table

New York now allows many nontraditional adult recreation venues to obtain liquor licenses, expanding where alcohol can be served and loosening purchase rules.
Real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Push for more housing in Union Square hinges on zoning change

The Hamilton Company seeks a Somerville zoning change to build two six-story mixed-use buildings with 180 residential units in Union Square.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

A hotel kicked a lesbian out of a women's restroom for being "a man." Now it's changing its story. - LGBTQ Nation

A hotel suspended a guard who wrongly removed a lesbian couple from a women's restroom, retrained staff on inclusion, and donated to an LGBTQ+ organization.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
2 months ago

New York might finally legalize dancing in restaurants

Governor Kathy Hochul proposes modernizing state liquor licensing to allow dancing by default through a new hybrid restaurant-tavern license, reducing red tape.
Wellness
fromElite Traveler
1 month ago

Why Home Spas Are Booming - and How to Design One That Works

Luxury homeowners are building full-floor, resort-style wellness centers that prioritize customized, social spa environments and extensive amenities over retrofitted solutions.
fromMission Local
1 month ago

S.F. supervisors vote to make it easier to serve booze at the movies

Right now, thanks to a quirk in state law, movie theaters that want to admit kids, serve alcohol, and serve somewhat substantial food - think slices of pizza - have to register as a restaurant. That wouldn't matter except that a city law requires that eateries classified as "restaurants" bring in more than half of their revenue from food.
San Francisco
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Restaurateur guilty of spiking woman's drink

A restaurateur was convicted for attempting to spike a woman's drink with GBL at Annabel's to overpower her for sex.
#permitting
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Sex workers at Nevada brothel Sheri's Ranch fight for the first-ever unionization

Sex workers at Sheri's Ranch in Nevada are organizing to form the nation's first brothel union to secure workplace safety and control over likeness rights.
Relationships
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

How a Sex Writer Books a Hotel

Prioritize hotel room features—bed quality, supportive headboard, and adaptable surfaces—to enhance sexual comfort, adventurous positions, and restorative sleep.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Pennsylvania bill targets local curbs on shared housing

Pennsylvania's HB 2109 would ban local limits on unrelated people sharing homes, potentially reviving boarding houses, SROs, and other shared housing statewide.
Wellness
fromArchitectural Digest
2 months ago

Why Do All These Wellness Clubs Look Like Nightclubs?

Luxury wellness social clubs blend nightlife aesthetics, clinical wellness services, and curated community to create exclusive day-to-night third spaces focused on reinvention.
New York City
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

NYC Cracks Down on Employment Agency Violations Following City Limits' Investigation

Thousands of job seekers, especially low-income non–native English speakers, were charged illegal upfront fees or received only partial refunds from employment agencies.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Emma Nolan: The Hoxton has misjudged Dubliners' anger over the proliferation of hotels and the loss of nightlife

The hotel is at the centre of a row with beloved night club Yamamori Izakaya over noise complaints
Miscellaneous
US politics
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Conservative Lawmakers Want Porn Taxes. Critics Say They're Unconstitutional

A Utah bill would levy a 7 percent tax and a $500 annual fee on porn sites based in Utah, directing revenue to teen mental-health services.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Short-term rentals are now illegal in Saratoga

Saratoga City Council banned short-term residential rentals, established escalating fines, and authorized data requests from rental websites to enforce the prohibition.
Real estate
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago

FORMER STANDARD HOTEL CEO AMBER ASHER JOINS NATION'S LEADING RESTAURANT LAW FIRM TO LAUNCH ITS HOTEL PRACTICE - Food & Beverage Magazine

Amber Asher joins Helbraun Levey to lead a hotel practice advising operators and investors on experience-driven growth, food-and-beverage partnerships, and complex hospitality transactions.
US politics
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Washington is the latest state pursuing an age verification law for porn sites

Washington could require government ID-based age verification for access to online sexual content, with civil penalties for websites that fail to comply.
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Is There a Paradox at the Heart of Some Boutique Hotels?

That is one of several conclusions you're likely to draw after reading an article by Sheila Yasmin Marikar recently published in Air Mail. Marikar takes the reader into the world of small boutique hotels, the sort of establishment that attracts travelers looking for properties with an independent streak and a unique approach to doing business. The challenge here, though, is figuring out where that line exists, as some iconoclastic companies have acquired massive corporate parents over the years.
Real estate
California
fromEater LA
2 months ago

What to Know About the New Laws That Impact California Restaurants and Food Businesses in 2026

California law requires delivery platforms to refund undelivered or wrong orders, itemize charges, protect tips, enable driver unionization, and expand labor oversight.
Law
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

How Consent Can-and Cannot-Help Us Have Better Sex

The criminalization of spousal rape shifted marital sexual violence from property-based immunity to consent-based law while leaving unresolved moral and legal complexities.
California
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

Some accused of public nudity as 17 arrested at California cafe

Seventeen people were arrested after a Garden Grove coffee shop operating as a bikini cafe violated public nudity, business operations, and alcohol regulations.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Partial settlement reached in eXp sexual assault lawsuit

The sexual assault lawsuit filed against eXp Realty by Anya Roberts now has one fewer defendant. Earlier this month, Roberts notified the court that she had reached a settlement with defendant Brent Gove. According to the filing, the settlement terms are confidential, but it notes that the settlement fully and finally resolves all of the plaintiff's claims against him in the lawsuit. Gove is the only defendant the settlement covers.
Law
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