Doom and bloom. The iconic cherry blossom festival in Japan has been cancelled over fears that a recent influx of disruptive tourists — fueled by viral travel content on social media — is encroaching on the “quiet lives” of locals. On Tuesday, officials in the city of Fujiyoshida, near Mount Fuji, announced that they won’t be hosting the Arakurayama Sengen Park cherry blossom festival this year, citing a rise in disruptive behavior from tourists. “Behind [Mount Fuji’s] beautiful landscape is the reality that the quiet lives of citizens are threatened. We have a strong sense of crisis,” Shigeru Horiuchi, Fujiyoshida…

Tired of hearing about Fallout and Bridgerton? Looking for something to watch this weekend that goes against the grain? Watch With Us can help with that. We understand there’s almost too much TV to watch, and it can get exhausting hearing about the same popular shows over and over again. If you need something a little more lowkey, head to Netflix for some of the best hidden gems. Our picks include Minx, the HBO comedy-drama that was canceled too soon, and Documentary Now!, the mockumentary series from Bill Hader and Fred Armisen that spoofs popular docs. ‘Minx’ (2022-2023) Joyce Prigger (Ophelia Lovibond) has big dreams…

Sin City has arrived in New York. Golden Steer, the 70-year-old classic Las Vegas steakhouse, just opened at One Fifth Avenue, the iconic Art Deco building where Marc Forgione and Mario Batali owned restaurants and Anthony Bourdain and Keith McNally once worked. It’s an audacious roll of the dice by Golden Steer’s affable husband-and-wife owners Nick McMillan and Amanda Signorelli, who took over when Amanda’s father, Dr. Michael Signorelli, died in 2019. “It feels surreal,” McMillan said. “History and storytelling is a huge piece of the brand and there’s perhaps no venue in New York with more legacy than One Fifth.”…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! As a fashion writer, it’s my job to pay attention to what people are actually wearing — and airports are one of the best places to spot real-time trends. On my most recent trip to New York City, one style dominated terminals from end to end: matching travel sets. Polished yet practical, they’ve clearly become the go-to uniform for chic travelers who want to look pulled together without sacrificing comfort. After walking from terminal to terminal, I rounded up the…

Certain M&M’s products have been recalled in 20 states, the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced. On Jan. 26, Beacon Promotions Inc. issued a recall on repackaged M&M’s that do not contain the correct allergen warnings that the FDA requires. The packaging does not disclose that the candies may contain milk, soy and peanuts. The candies themselves are safe to eat for those without allergies, but consumers who may be allergic or sensitive to soy, peanuts or milk will be affected by the recall. The FDA classified the recall as Class II on Feb. 4, meaning that consuming the…

The European Commission has proposed a new round of sanctions against Russia in a fresh attempt to intensify pressure on Moscow’s high-intensity war economy and force concessions at the negotiating table. “While Ukraine continues to defend itself with extraordinary courage on the battlefield, the Kremlin is doubling down on war crimes, deliberately striking homes and civilian infrastructure,” Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday afternoon. “Russia will only come to the table with genuine intent if it is pressured to do so. This is the only language Russia understands. That is why we are stepping up today.” The…

Descrease article font size Increase article font size As frustrations mount over the reliability of its modern replacement, the Wolfe Islander III is celebrating a major milestone: 50 years of service. The ferry originally entered service on Feb. 5, 1976, replacing the Islander II, which had been intentionally sunk six months prior.Half a century later, the vintage vessel is once again the lifeline for Wolfe Island residents. It was brought back into service last December to replace the new Wolfe Islander IV, which has been plagued by mechanical issues since its launch.Frontenac Islands Mayor Judy Greenwood-Speers, who was in high…

February 6, 2026 — 7:30pmSaveYou have reached your maximum number of saved items.Remove items from your saved list to add more.Save this article for laterAdd articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime.Got itAAATwo hundred and fifty thousand new residents will live in new greenfield homes at the north-western edge of Sydney’s suburban sprawl without any community facilities, a council boss has warned, blaming a chronic lack of developer funding and an inability for councils to extract more cash.Blacktown City Council, Sydney’s largest local government by geographic size, is at the forefront of the majority of the…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Ashley Graham just gave Us major Valentine’s Day sleepwear inspo — and yes, we are absolutely talking about her pajamas. The supermodel showed off her nighttime routine on social media while wearing the cutest pink striped pajama set that feels equal parts cozy and chic. The flirty color, classic stripes and relaxed fit are peak ‘romantic at home’ vibes, making them sleepwear you actually want to be seen in, so we found a matching set that has a near-identical look.…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! At least 12 anti-U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agitators were arrested Thursday night after a massive crowd gathered outside a Hilton hotel in Minneapolis near the University of Minnesota.Video showed a small group of agitators gathering outside the Graduate by Hilton Hotel at around 9 p.m., with the crowd swelling to an estimated 150 to 175 people.Agitators were seen blowing whistles, banging pots and pans, shaking metal barricades and striking the rails set up outside the property. One person was also seen playing what appeared to be a trombone.Roughly two hours…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran started on Friday in Oman, remarks from Vice President JD Vance earlier in the week questioning the absence of the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei from talks have raised a core dilemma for Washington — the person with ultimate authority in Tehran is not sitting at the negotiating table.In the interview, Vance said, “It’s a very weird country to conduct diplomacy with, when you can’t even talk to the person who’s in charge of the country. That makes all of this much more complicated… It…

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is expected to help Kevin Warsh walk the tightrope as the incoming Federal Reserve chairman – pursuing a “hawkish” approach to monetary policy while also catering to President Trump’s easy-money agenda, On The Money has learned. That’s the consensus of Wall Street executives with ties to the Trump White House who know key players in the MAGA world – including Bessent and Warsh.  One source, an economist with ties to the Trump economic team, expects Warsh to lean heavily on Bessent – not just to get through the Senate confirmation process but also to navigate a…

Published on 06/02/2026 – 13:53 GMT+1•Updated 13:53 Several US lawmakers have called on the European Union to uphold its methane rules and avoid exempting American energy operators if US domestic standards lack sufficient accuracy or enforcement, according to a letter obtained by Euronews. The 24 signatories argue that the EU’s regulation to reduce methane emissions – a short-lived air pollutant known to be up to 30 times more potent than carbon dioxide – is a “critical tool” to prevent the wasteful venting or flaring of natural gas. They argue that setting clear, consistent rules for all suppliers is “essential to…

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted February 6, 2026 7:47 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Automaker Stellantis is selling its stake in its joint venture battery manufacturing plant in Ontario to its partner, LG Energy Solution. Financial terms of the agreement were not immediately available.LG Energy Solution chief executive David Kim said the company sees growth opportunities in North America by situating a key production hub in Canada.“Full ownership of NextStar Energy will enable us to respond swiftly to the growing demand from the ESS market and position us to play a key…

February 6, 2026 — 7:30pmSaveYou have reached your maximum number of saved items.Remove items from your saved list to add more.Save this article for laterAdd articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime.Got itAAAThe nation’s most daunting and dangerous open-water swim will proceed on Saturday despite a major investigation into several swimmers being swept into Bass Strait during a training camp last year.More than 70 intrepid swimmers are expected to make the 3.5-kilometre crossing from Point Nepean to Point Lonsdale, despite warnings from those who almost lost their lives in the notorious stretch of water last April.Ocean…