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Eater
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Eater
Alain Ducasse's Sky-High Restaurant to Close After a Decade Above the Strip
A decade after opening his French Riviera–inspired restaurant 64 floors above the Las Vegas Strip, Alain Ducasse will close Rivea this summer. The final dinner service is set for Sunday, June 22. Ducasse has operated restaurants in that iconic rooftop space for more than 20 years, adapting through two major hotel rebrands. The first, Mix (stylized as miX), opened in 2004 atop what was then the Hotel (stylized as THEhotel) at Mandalay Bay. Mix earned Michelin stars in both 2008 and 2009, back when Michelin still evaluated Las Vegas restaurants, adding to Ducasse's grand total of 21 Michelin stars across his global restaurant empire. In 2014, the Hotel rebranded as Delano Las Vegas, and one year later, Rivea and the adjacent Skyfall Lounge replaced Mix on the 64th floor. Most recently, in December 2024, the hotel rebranded again, this time becoming W Las Vegas under a partnership between MGM Resorts and Marriott International. Rivea's French-style dining spans dishes like mussels in garlicky white wine and herb butter sauce, tender gnocchi with English peas and romanesco, and Maine lobster with fresh linguine and truffle cream. It debuted with a bold design — the lighted 'wave wall' was made of hundreds of glass squares arranged in a pattern meant to evoke the motion of the Mediterranean. But the primary draw has always been the view, which looks out over the Las Vegas Strip. MGM Resorts International confirmed that the Skyfall Lounge, with its balcony views, will remain open and that plans for the now-vacant restaurant space will be announced in the coming months. Whatever takes its place, the views will remain a stellar highlight. Sign up for our newsletter.
Yomiuri Shimbun
21-05-2025
- Yomiuri Shimbun
Japan Tourism / Enjoy Ridgeline Walk to 4 Peaks in Kanagawa Pref. Mountain Park; Scenic Views along Hikes Where Famous Monk Once Trained
Mt. Fuji, peaks of the Tanzawa mountain area and the cityscape of Hadano, Kanagawa Prefecture, are seen from the observation pavilion atop Mt. Gongen. HADANO, Kanagawa — 'I want to enjoy a ridge walk!' That is what I was thinking when I headed to Mt. Kobo in Hadano, Kanagawa Prefecture. Legend has it that famous Buddhist monk Kukai, also called Kobo Daishi, trained on this sacred mountain. Historical places linked to him are scattered around the area. The ridge of the mountain leads to that of others nearby, such as Mt. Sengen and Mt. Gongen. The whole area operates as Koboyama Park. I started the trip at Hadano Station on the Odakyu Line. Near the station is Kobo no Shimizu (Kobo's fresh water), an abundant natural spring. I filled my water bottle with the spring water (Spring water is natural water that has not been disinfected, and thus the water may be unsafe to drink.), which was mild and tasty. People walk on a path along Mizunashi River in Hadano, which leads to the trailhead of the mountain road, with Mt. Sengen seen in the background. Then I crossed a bridge over the Kaname River and arrived at the trailhead of the mountain path. The first destination was Mt. Sengen, a 196-meter-high peak. From the start, the path was a winding one, with ascending steps that gradually tired my legs. But, each time I saw Mt. Fuji through the trees, I got more motivated, thinking, 'OK, come on!' When I reached the peak, a stunning view of Mt. Fuji appeared before my eyes, as if it was a reward for overcoming the first challenge. I took a break to catch my breath. A breaded ham sandwich (¥280), left, and a round French-style bun with cheese (¥220) at Sympathie, a bakery in Hadano. I then headed to Mt. Gongen, the highest peak in the park at 243 meters. As the route is mostly a gentle ridgeline, hikers can walk leisurely and enjoy the feeling of sunlight coming through the trees. The summit of Mt. Gongen is spacious. From a large observation pavilion, it is possible to view the prefecture's Tanzawa mountain area, Enoshima Island and even the Boso Peninsula in the distance beyond Sagami Bay. The 360-degree panorama view was simply breathtaking. Here I stopped to have lunch; I had bought some bread at Sympathie, a bakery near the train station. The bread, very popular among locals, together with the famed spring water restored my strength. This pavilion dedicated to Kukai, or Kobo Daishi, enshrines a statue of the famous Buddhist monk. A well called Chichi-no-Ido (the well of breast milk) is found nearby. Once I was full, I began walking on a straight path called Bashamichi, meaning 'carriage way,' where it is said local horse races took place in the old days. Pondering the history of the place, I continued along the ridgeline and reached Mt. Kobo, a 235-meter-high peak. Amid the solemn atmosphere on the summit stood a pavilion dedicated to Kobo Daishi and a bell tower. While a well called Chichi-no-Ido (the well of breast milk) appeared defunct, there are several drink spots along the path to rehydrate. A man walks on the tree-lined ridgeline, which leads to Mt. Azuma. Koboyama Park ended here. I walked down the gently descending path. From the 125-meter-high summit of Mt. Azuma, I could look down at the cityscape of Hiratsuka and Chigasaki in the prefecture. Feeling that I was approaching the secular world below, I grew a little sad, but quickly descended the last leg of the journey to go to the Tsurumaki Onsen spa resort. 'Right. I'll relax in the hot spa!' I dipped my tired feet in hot water at the Kobo-no-Satoyu bathhouse and recalled the day's hike. The route was easy, the views fantastic, and at its end I could soak not only in the hot spring, but also in the sense of satisfaction. Japan Tourism is presented in collaboration with Ryoko Yomiuri Publication, which publishes Ryoko Yomiuri, a monthly travel magazine. If you are interested in the original Japanese version of this story, click here.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
This $3.2 Million L.A. Home Was Once Owned by the Mayor Who Brought the Dodgers to Town
This striking Georgian Colonial home oozes with classy sex appeal from the outset—starting with the colorful pop of its bright red façade, continuing on to a fully restored 1950s O'Keefe and Merritt range in the butter-yellow kitchen, and ending with an enchanting backyard that looks like it came straight out of a storybook. Acquired by a successful entertainment industry couple 26 years ago, the place has since been meticulously restored and updated. Now it's back on the market on one of the best streets in the historic Windsor Square neighborhood of Los Angeles, asking a dash under $3.2 million. The listing is held by Joe Lupariello Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties. More from Robb Report One of the Glen Grant's Oldest Whiskies Is Now Available in the U.S. You Can Make Your Own Wine at This $55 Million Vineyard Compound in Northern California This New All-Electric Concept Bike Revives a Minimalist Motorcycle From 1899 Former Disney executive Kevin Brockman and his screenwriter partner Dan Berendsen doled out a mere $680,000 back in 1999 for the century-old house, which was originally built in 1920 and owned at one time by the late 36th mayor of L.A., Norris Poulson, who is probably most remembered for bringing the Brooklyn Dodgers to L.A. and leading the construction of LAX during his time in office from 1953 to 1961. Nestled on less than a quarter of an acre just blocks away from the shops and restaurants of Larchmont Village, the structure's stately red brick façade is accented by a portico-topped front door and a trio of dormer windows. Once inside, three bedrooms and an equal number of baths are spread across a little more than 3,000 square feet of colorful living space on two levels boasting the original hardwood floors, custom millwork and moldings, plaster walls, glass doorknobs, and vintage light fixtures. New sound and security systems have also been added to the mix. Standing out upon entry is a black-and-white checkerboard foyer, which has a space beneath the stairs that's been converted into a wine closet. A fireside living room opens to a cozy den with a fireplace flanked by built-in bookshelves and French-style sliding doors spilling outside, while a formal dining room connects to a kitchen that, along with the antique range, is equipped with soapstone countertops, a farmhouse-style sink, and an accompanying breakfast nook. Other highlights include an upstairs primary bedroom sporting dual walk-in closets and a bath outfitted with a double console sink, a spa tub, and a separate shower. Elsewhere on this level are two guest bedrooms that share a bath, plus a sprawling balcony/deck area that has a spiral staircase leading down to a charming hedge-lined backyard hosting a network of brick terraces, as well as a pool and spa. An adjacent two-car garage with a vaulted ceiling is currently being used as a flex space/family of Robb Report The 10 Priciest Neighborhoods in America (And How They Got to Be That Way) In Pictures: Most Expensive Properties Click here to read the full article.
Irish Independent
16-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
On the market: Four homes close to leisure amenities
Asking price: €950,000 Agent: AOK Properties (056) 780 4510 When it comes to proximity to leisure amenities, this French-style country house aces many others, as it stands on 4.5 acres with its own tennis court, a large outbuilding with separate kitchen and a barn that could be used for stables if required. At 3,186 sq ft, it has 12ft high ceilings, air-to-water heating and an A2 BER. Accommodation includes a kitchen/breakfast/sitting room with patio doors to the back garden, utility/boot room, guest WC, home office, five double bedrooms (two en suite) and a family bathroom. Apartment 3, Clearwater, Bath Avenue, Malahide, Co Dublin Asking price: €715,000 Agent: Corry Estates (01) 846 1122 Rightsizers are queuing up to drop anchor at this ground floor apartment in Clearwater, an 11-unit development opposite Malahide beach. Malahide Yacht Club is 500m away and it's within easy reach of centres for watersports, tennis, cricket, golf, GAA, rugby and other activities. ADVERTISEMENT Spanning 1,108 sq ft, No3 has an entrance hall with two storage rooms, an open-plan living/dining room with doors to an outside terrace, a kitchen also with outdoor access, two bedrooms (one en suite) and a bathroom. The annual management fee is €4,720. Killineer, Broadfield, Naas, Co Kildare Asking price: €995,000 Agent: Coonan Property (045) 832 020 Set on a 0.59 acre site in the Thoroughbred County, this bungalow is within galloping distance of two racecourses: Punchestown, located 2km away and Naas, 4km. Upgraded and extended to 2,250 sq ft in 2021, it has an air-to-water heating system, solar panels, underfloor heating and a toasty A3 BER. Accessed via electric gates, it opens into an entrance hall, off which are a kitchen/breakfast room, dining/living room, utility, four bedrooms (one en suite), a home office, playroom, shower room and a family bathroom. Clanmoor, Newcastle, Castletroy, Co Limerick Asking price: €695,000 Agent: Rooney Auctioneers (061) 413 511 Located 700m from Castletroy Golf Club, this dormer bungalow is also close to Castletroy Urban Greenway and riverside walk. UL Sport, five minutes away, offers a range of activities and it's a 20-minute drive to Thomond Park rugby stadium. Measuring 1,731 sq ft, it has a living room, sitting room with doors to the back garden, a kitchen/diner, sunroom, utility, a double bedroom and a main bathroom on the ground floor. Upstairs are three more bedrooms (two double, one single) and a separate WC.
Irish Examiner
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Irish Examiner
Cork City isn't a 'no go' area for me, but the numbers of homeless shock me
It was one of Cork's rainy winter nights. I passed a group of homeless people in the city centre, where the cold, dampness, and pouring rain seemed to have no effect on them. They were fully engaged in conversation, occasionally interrupted by the sound of clinking bottles. It was late and dark, and I felt a bit anxious walking by them. At the same time, I wondered about the circumstances that had led them to find solace in puddles and alcohol. To my surprise, I realised one half of the group spoke English, while the other half spoke Ukrainian. They gave the impression that, despite speaking different languages, they didn't notice any barriers, as they were united by the shared goal of getting through the cold night in good spirits. Cork is a unique city, but one thing stands out to me: the city's outskirts and suburbs often seem more welcoming than the city centre itself. There are abandoned properties occupied only by doves and crows. It's hard not to notice the grand French-style windows on St Patrick's Street, now covered with plywood. Old buildings look at passersby with hollow, lifeless eyes. It feels even more surreal when you see homeless people trying to survive another cold night under these dark, patched-up windows. I come from Kyiv, where the city centre used to be polished and sparkling, but the outskirts never quite matched up. I noticed a similar pattern while living in the US. American cities can be full of contrasts —some areas are so rough you'd be strongly advised not to even drive through them, simply because it could be dangerous. I also spent a lot of time in Brussels and Strasbourg while working as a journalist. These cities are filled with people from all over the world, yet I rarely encountered intolerance or unpleasantness. The locals seem to understand that international institutions and organisations bring jobs and boost the local economy in many ways. While Cork City Council debates a plan to 'take back the city centre', the facts remain clear: more people are homeless every year, and efforts to address the problem are not enough. Still, homelessness is a global issue. Even in the heart of the EU, people live on the streets. It never stops being a topic of conversation. People want to feel safe — they express their concerns regularly — but at the same time, many seem to accept it as an inevitable part of life in a big city. One thing is certain: no one wants to see people freezing outside in the cold. Most people do care, and many are willing to help — if there's a real solution to support those in need. Cork is a city of many faces, and it changes depending on location and time of day. On a sunny Saturday morning, if you walk along the Marina Promenade, you'll see people enjoying the upgraded infrastructure. I even once there bumped into a man who, I'm convinced, was Taoiseach Micheál Martin. It's hard to turn off your journalistic radar — even when the Taoiseach is trying to blend into the crowd in a sports cap. However, Cork's city centre at night feels completely different. You won't see Micheál Martin strolling down St Patrick's Street in trainers. Instead, you'll likely see homeless people pulling out their sleeping bags —sometimes right in front of shop windows displaying three-figure price tags. Across Europe, nearly one million people sleep on the streets each night. The true number could be even higher. Ireland ranks among the top five EU countries for homelessness. According to the European Federation of National Organisations Working with the Homeless, "Ireland has experienced a drastic increase in the number of people in emergency accommodation over the last 10 years". In March 2025, the number of homeless people in Ireland reached a record high of 15,378, placing the country just behind France, Czechia, and Germany in terms of homelessness rates in the EU. In Cork City, the crisis is worsening. According to Cork Simon, nearly 900 people were depending on emergency accommodation in March this year — up to a 25% increase in just 12 months. This figure includes 204 children. With the generous sunshine this year, I almost forgot about the small camp I passed in the Lee Fields just a few months ago. Homeless people had set up tents by the riverside, right next to a plush hotel. Wearing headphones, like many others out for a walk, I would pass by them, fast, but still glancing over out of the corner of my eye. I used to work in the city centre, and over time, I stopped being surprised by the items I would see in the office carpark each morning — ranging from drug paraphernalia to the aftermath of alcohol-fuelled parties I used to work in the city centre, and over time, I stopped being surprised by the items I would see in the office carpark each morning — ranging from drug paraphernalia to the aftermath of alcohol-fuelled parties. I felt both scared and guilty: scared to see people living in tents, but guilty because I knew I'd be sleeping in a warm bed that night, while they would be shivering in the cold. I once saw someone bringing blankets to the camp, but I never found out how many of its residents managed the winter. The camp is gone now, and I hope its inhabitants found shelter. Recently, city councillors have clashed over Cork's image. 'We have to be careful that we don't create the impression that ours is an unsafe city,' said Lord Mayor Cllr Dan Boyle. Cork's image matters, but the growing homelessness problem cannot be ignored. The insufficient supply of social and affordable housing is one of the primary drivers. Housing costs in Ireland are more than double the EU average, with rent prices rising by 98% since 2010. Demand consistently outpaces supply, and Ireland has some of the fastest-growing rental prices in Europe. "Working homeless" is a new term in Ireland. Even people with jobs often don't earn enough to afford housing. Social welfare payments fail to keep up with rising rents. Homelessness has wide-ranging complications. While Cork City Council debates a plan to 'take back the city centre', the facts remain clear: more people are homeless every year, and efforts to address the problem are not enough. I do feel safe in Cork, and I don't have any 'no-go' areas. However, I've heard concerns from lifelong Cork residents about some parts of the city. I used to work in the city centre, and over time, I stopped being surprised by the items I would see in the office carpark each morning — ranging from drug paraphernalia to the aftermath of alcohol-fuelled parties. I'm not suggesting gardaí should be stationed at every corner, but it's unlikely people spending the night on the streets prefer chocolate and marshmallows to drugs and alcohol. Homelessness continues to rise across the EU, but some countries have made significant progress by adopting long-term, rights-based strategies. Finland is the most prominent example of how policy can turn homelessness around. Since 2008, Finland has implemented a nationwide 'Housing First' model. People experiencing homelessness are offered permanent housing first, followed by voluntary support services such as mental health care and addiction treatment. As a result, long-term homelessness in Finland has dropped by over 70%, and rough sleeping is virtually nonexistent in many cities. Finland remains the only EU country where homelessness has consistently declined. Sweden has also been effective, relying on a strong welfare system and tenant protections. While facing rising migration and housing pressures, Sweden has maintained relatively low homelessness rates by supporting affordable housing and providing social safety nets. Similarly, Denmark has focused on housing-first programmes and targeted support for vulnerable groups, particularly youth. Between 2019 and 2022, Denmark saw a 10% reduction in homelessness. The common thread among these countries is clear: homelessness is preventable and solvable when governments prioritise housing and support services. For Ireland, facing one of the highest homelessness rates in the EU, adopting a similar, comprehensive approach could lead to meaningful change. In the 'quest' by Cork City Council to take "back the city centre", councillors at recent meetings engaged in heated discussions. One claimed the city was "awash with drugs and violence", while another argued such concerns were merely sensationalising the problem. Nevertheless, the debate resulted in a unanimous vote to approve the South-West Regional Homelessness Action Plan 2025–2028. So, fingers crossed. I have lived in different cities and on different continents, but Ireland holds a very special place in my heart. It is beautiful, colourful, and blessed with great people, and yes, I do feel safe in Cork. The only thing I could complain about before was the weather — but this spring took that possibility away from me. Hopefully, for a very long time. Liudmyla Bortok is a Ukrainian journalist based in Cork
