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Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jessica Alba Has Reportedly Moved on With a New Man After Her Divorce From Cash Warren
Has Jessica Alba met someone new? According to new pictures obtained by The Sun, the Trigger Warning star, who filed for divorce from her longtime husband Cash Warren in February, has a new man in her life. In the photos, Alba and the mystery man were dressed casually and packed on PDA while walking around in Regents Park in London. More from SheKnows John Krasinski & Emily Blunt Shut Down Divorce Rumors for Good With Wedding Anniversary Celebration Details 'They looked very intimate,' the witness told the outlet. 'They were hugging and holding hands as they walked through the park together.' At some point, Alba and her beau reportedly rented out deck chairs to lounge and relax. 'They were sitting on them kissing,' the source said. 'It looked very much like a new relationship.' While the identity of Alba's new man is still unknown, this isn't the first time she's been linked to someone since her split with Warren. In March, she was spotted leaving the Vanity Fair Oscars Party with comedian Alex Edelman with his blazer around her shoulders, and the internet was buzzing with rumors. 'They are not dating,' a source then clarified to E! News shortly after. 'They met walking to their cars at the end of the night and he offered her his jacket because she was freezing before they went their separate ways.' Alba last addressed her romantic life when she broke her silence on her divorce from Warren. They were married for 16 years. 'I've been on a journey of self-realization and transformation for years – both as an individual and in partnership with Cash,' Alba wrote on Instagram on Jan. 16. 'I'm proud of how we've grown as a couple and in our marriage over the last 20 years and it's now time for us to embark on a new chapter of growth and evolution as individuals.' 'We are moving forward with love and kindness and respect for each other and will forever be family,' Alba added. 'Our children remain our highest priority and we request privacy at this time.' Alba and Warren share three kids: Honor, 16, Haven, 13, and Hayes, 7. Knowing that they recently reunited for Easter together with their kids, it seems there's no bad blood between them, new man or not!Best of SheKnows Get to Know Elvis & Priscilla Presley's Extended Family: Daughter Lisa Marie, Granddaughter Riley Keough, & More 43 Radiant Celebrities Who Posted Makeup-Free Selfies A Look Back at Johnny Depp & Winona Ryder's Relationship in Photos
The Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Jessica Alba spotted kissing mystery man in London – months after split with husband
JESSICA Alba appears to be moving on from her split from Cash Warren after she was spotted cosying up to a new man in London. The newly-single actress, 43, looked loved-up as she took a stroll through Regents Park with the mystery guy. 6 6 6 6 Exclusive footage shows the Hollywood star grabbing his hands and pulling him closer on Sunday (May 19). An onlooker told The Sun: 'They looked very intimate. They were hugging and holding hands as they walked through the park together. 'They rented out some deck chairs and they were sitting on them kissing. 'It looked very much like a new relationship.' Mum-of-three Jessica filed for divorce from ex-husband Warren in February after 16 years of marriage. The Sin City star sparked rumours of a romance with stand-up comedian Alex Edelman after she was seen leaving the Vanity Fair Oscars after-party with him in March. The funny man's tuxedo could be seen draped over her shoulders as they walked out of the Wallis Annenberg Center for Performing Arts. But a source told E! News that they are not an item. They said: 'They are not dating. They met walking to their cars at the end of the night and he offered her his jacket because she was freezing before they went their separate ways.' A second source said Edelman is simply a 'friend of a friend'. A representative for Jessica had no comment when contacted by The Sun. 6 6
Miami Herald
11-04-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Popular breakfast chain offers late-night delivery for the first time
Some people love nothing more than a classy fine dining experience. Waffle House is anything but that. The 24/7 breakfast chain is notorious for its greasy food, cheap prices, and extremely casual atmosphere. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter If you've ever taken a road trip down south and needed a quick bite to eat at 1 a.m., Waffle House probably came to the rescue. Or if you found yourself hungry after a night out on the town, Waffle House was no doubt there to welcome you with open arms and crispy hash browns. Related: Burger King menu's new Whopper blends Mexican, American tastes Up until recently, though, if you wanted Waffle House food, you had to drag yourself out the door and over to your nearest restaurant to get it. Now, Waffle House is making a positive change that could help you satisfy your breakfast cravings without having to get off the couch. Image source: Alex Edelman/Getty For the first time in its storied history, Waffle House is offering delivery so customers can enjoy their favorite menu items from the comfort of home. Late-night delivery will be available from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. at select locations through the Olo online ordering platform. Ordering delivery through Waffle House is easy. Fans can visit the restaurant's website or download the app, enter their location, and sit back and salivate until that greasy goodness arrives at their doorsteps. Related: Another burger, fast-food chain closing all locations DoorDash reports that late-night ordering has been on the rise. Orders between the hours of midnight and 5 a.m. were up 44% last year on a national scale. "We are excited to offer our customers another ordering channel, with delivery, to enjoy Waffle House at night. We will continue to evaluate expanding delivery to more of our restaurants in the coming months," said Patrick Marshburn, EVP, Waffle House. "We are going to bring the same commitment of providing great food and hospitality to delivery, ensuring guests can enjoy their Waffle House favorites wherever they are." So far, late-night delivery is only available at about 500 Waffle House locations. The chain expects to expand that service to its roughly 2,000 restaurants in the course of the year. Over the past couple of years, consumers have been spending their money more carefully in the wake of rampant inflation. That's forced a lot of restaurant chains to shutter or file for bankruptcy. Perhaps now more than ever, it's important for restaurant chains to stay competitive. And expanding into late-night delivery is a move that could work to Waffle House's benefit. Related: Wendy's menu adds whole new take on the Frosty As it is, the chain has a major advantage in that it's known as an affordable food destination. Upping the convenience factor could be critical to Waffle House's success. But while late-night delivery is a strategic move for Waffle House, it has the potential to backfire for one big reason - much of the chain's menu is unlikely to travel well. Imagine sitting down at your local Waffle House to enjoy a sizzling waffle, scrambled eggs, and crispy hash browns on the side. By the time a meal like that gets to your door, it might taste more like a squishy pile of dough, cold eggs, and soggy potatoes. More Fast Food & Restaurant News: Starbucks makes shocking pricing move customers will loveBankrupt restaurant chain offers new deal, stiff drinkNew Taco Bell menu items combines multiple classics This isn't to say that all Waffle House menu items will degrade in quality during transit. But the appeal of Waffle House isn't just the low price point, but the comfort of a fresh, melty sandwich on your plate. Removing the fresh-cooked factor takes much of the joy out of a Waffle House meal, so it'll be interesting to see just how popular the chain's new late-night delivery offering ends up being. The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dramatists Play Service Announces Publication of Alex Edelman's Just for Us
NEW YORK, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dramatists Play Service, the iconic play imprint of Broadway Licensing Global, proudly announces the official publication of Just for Us, the acclaimed solo play by writer-performer Alex Edelman. After premiering Off-Broadway to critical acclaim, Just for Us enjoyed multiple extended runs before transferring triumphantly to Broadway. Edelman's performance was captured in an HBO Original comedy special, which aired on Max in April 2024 and subsequently earned him a 2024 Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special. In recognition of his singular live stage achievement, Edelman was also honored with a Special Tony Award in 2024. Renowned journalist and novelist Taffy Brodesser-Akner contributes an insightful foreword to the publication, contextualizing Edelman's work within the broader cultural conversation and highlighting the play's unique blend of humor, identity, and social commentary. "When I saw Just for Us, I had no idea what to expect, and I was blown away by the story, and Edelman's storytelling," says Ted Chapin, Chief Executive Officer of BLG. "It is a bold and daring event he depicts, finding humor and power in some very unexpected places. Having the show with DPS allows more people to find and enjoy the unique contemporary voice of Just for Us." Critics have lauded Just for Us for its seamless blend of humor and incisive social commentary. The New York Times hails it as "deeply moving and wildly funny," while The Guardian recognizes it as one of the "must-see solo performances" of the decade. "Alex Edelman's Just for Us is a masterclass in solo storytelling—sharp, timely, and deeply personal," continues Dan Markley, Chief Operating Officer of BLG. "To echo Ted, we're thrilled to bring this remarkable work to a wider audience through DPS." Founded in 1936, DPS represents many of the most celebrated works in American theatre and beyond. The DPS catalog features playwrights such as Arthur Miller, Lynn Nottage, and Tennessee Williams. Other acclaimed solo works in the DPS catalog include Latin History for Morons by John Leguizamo, Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe, I Am My Own Wife by Doug Wright, and Becoming Dr. Ruth by Mark St. Germain. For more information or to purchase Just for Us, visit: ABOUT BROADWAY LICENSING GLOBAL Broadway Licensing Global and its family of imprints (Broadway Licensing, Dramatists Play Service, Playscripts, Stageworks, and Broadway on Demand) is a global leader in theatrical licensing and distribution. Representing an astonishing 40 Tony Awards® and 49 Pulitzer Prize-winning works, BLG titles epitomize the greatest collection of iconic authors, composers, lyricists, and underlying rights holders across the globe, including Katori Hall, Stephen King, Michael Korie, John Leguizamo, Alan Menken, Arthur Miller, Lynn Nottage, PigPen Theatre Co., Tom Stoppard, Paula Vogel, Tennessee Williams, Doug Wright, Don Zolidis, and Harry Potter Theatrical Productions. MEDIA CONTACT & ASSETS For Broadway Licensing Global:Hannah Thulin | Account Director, Interdependence | broadwaylicensinggroup@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Broadway Licensing Global
Vox
02-04-2025
- Business
- Vox
What would a good tariff policy look like?
is a correspondent at Vox, where he covers the impacts of social and economic policies. He is the author of 'Within Our Means,' a biweekly newsletter on ending poverty in America. Trump's tariffs are far too broad, haphazard, and have confusing rationales. But tariffs aren't always a bad idea. Alex Edelman/Bloomberg via Getty Images The chaotic nature of Trump's tariff policies has unnerved investors, and the stock market has plummeted since the president made it clear that he's not afraid of a trade war. It has also made tariffs look like an inherently bad idea. To be fair, Trump's tariff proposals are bad policy: They are far too broad, haphazard, and have confusing rationales. But tariffs are not fundamentally unwise. 'The reality is that tariffs can be, and have been, effective policy tools for promoting industrial development when they're done in a targeted strategic way and when they are matched with other complementary policies,' said Adam Hersh, a senior economist at the Economic Policy Institute. So what would good tariff policies actually look like? When tariffs can be good A tariff is a tax that's imposed on goods imported from other countries. Oftentimes, the cost is passed on to consumers because companies will raise their prices to offset the tax. One of the biggest reasons countries would be interested in levying a tariff is to protect domestic industries from unfair competition. Take the example of Chinese steel. China, which heavily subsidizes its steel industry, produces more than half of the world's steel. Because demand for steel within China has not kept pace with supply, Chinese steel has become much cheaper, potentially selling at a loss in international markets. That makes it extremely difficult for steel manufacturers elsewhere to compete, which has prompted governments to respond. Last year, the Biden administration implemented tariffs aimed at curbing imports of Chinese steel in order to protect US manufacturers. Another example of unfair competition comes from countries with bad labor standards and very low wages. If, for example, Chinese products are cheaper than American products in part because of extremely low labor costs, the US shouldn't respond by lowering wages to keep local companies competitive. Instead of a race to the bottom, the US can respond by imposing tariffs on certain Chinese products. That allows American companies to pay their workers well without having to sacrifice their competitiveness in the market. Tariffs work best when they are tailored to a specific problem. 'We have to start by making strategic choices about, 'What are the industries that are important to support with public policy?'' Hersh said. 'That could be for a national security reason, it could be for an economic reason, it could be because of broader social goals like fighting the climate crisis.' Other times, a country might be interested in propping up a certain sector to make the supply chain more stable. If the United States is too reliant on other countries to provide certain goods, it can be caught in a crisis when supply chains are disrupted. This was 'a lesson learned painfully during the COVID-19 pandemic when everyone was scrambling to source personal protective equipment (PPE), respirators, and critical medicines unavailable domestically at the necessary scale,' Hersh wrote in an article with Josh Bivens, the chief economist at the Economic Policy Institute. Tariffs, in other words, can help ensure that there isn't a monopoly over crucial imports so that supply chains aren't completely disrupted in the event of war or, as we learned in 2020, a pandemic. Why Trump's tariff policy is misguided On his first day back in the White House, Trump announced that he would try to build a whole new agency called the External Revenue Service to collect taxes on imports. 'His goal is very simple: to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and let all the outsiders pay,' Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told Fox News in February. But while tariffs were a main source of revenue for the US government before it introduced federal income taxes in 1913, Trump's supposed plan to replace the IRS with an External Revenue Service is a terrible idea. For starters, tariffs essentially act as a flat tax on spending, which ultimately puts a higher burden on lower-income consumers. It's also impossible for tariffs to raise nearly as much money as income tax. This strategy also highlights why Trump's tariff proposals are so poorly planned: He simultaneously wants to raise a significant amount of money from tariffs while also pledging to get rid of tariffs if other countries agree to his terms. Trump's tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada, for example, were placed in part, he says, to stop fentanyl from flowing into the United States. So what would happen if those countries end up meeting Trump's demands? If Trump's plan is just to raise revenue, then clearly he wouldn't want to come to an agreement with those countries. If his plan is to curb fentanyl, then he clearly doesn't want tariffs to be a permanent source of revenue. 'The Trump administration has not been targeted or strategic. They have so many different rationales for why they're pursuing tariffs, not all of them have to do with industrial revitalization,' Hersh said. The broad-based approach is also expected to be seriously disruptive, spiking prices on all kinds of products all at once. Even Trump seemed to suggest that would be the case. 'WILL THERE BE SOME PAIN? YES, MAYBE (AND MAYBE NOT!),' Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social, his social media platform. 'BUT WE WILL MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN, AND IT WILL ALL BE WORTH THE PRICE THAT MUST BE PAID.' Another problem is that Trump seemingly believes that tariffs can stand on their own. But tariffs in and of themselves are not a solution. To be effective at protecting American companies and jobs, tariffs should be coupled with other policies that help spur investments. Trump has proposed repealing the CHIPS and Science Act, which former President Joe Biden signed into law in 2022. The law invested tens of billions of dollars in America's semiconductor industry by subsidizing companies that want to build new manufacturing facilities in the United States and by funding research and development. If Trump is actually interested in using tariffs productively, he should start by first figuring out what his policy objectives actually are. He could also turn to his predecessor for answers. The Biden administration's approach to propping up the semiconductor industry, for example, was to impose some tariffs in addition to the CHIPS Act, using tariffs as just one tool of many to support industry growth. Trump, by contrast, wants to just rely on tariffs without committing to long-term investments. That won't deliver the same goal. Ultimately, it's important to remember that just because Trump's approach to tariffs is bombastic and unpredictable, that shouldn't necessarily be a reflection on tariffs more broadly. At the end of the day, tariffs exist for a reason, and, if implemented well, they can be a beneficial tool to shore up jobs, promote better wages, and advance national interests. 'We can't judge the tool,' Hersh said, 'by the craftsman that is mishandling it.'
