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Hospitality Openings Span Auckland, Peoria, USLifestyle — 3dNew dining destinations are expanding across hotels and mixed-use developments: Auckland’s Art Deco-inspired Windsor Room brings British and European classics to Fable, while Peoria’s forthcoming Jefferson House will combine restaurants, a bakery, a bar, shops and entertainment. Hotel dining is also drawing attention, from nationally recognized U.S. venues to new fall hotel openings such as The Selvedge in California’s wine country, which pairs an inn stay with meals from the SingleThread team.

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Pebblebrook sells loss-making Portland hotel to NewcrestImage for $10MBusiness — 5dPebblebrook Hotel Trust sold the 174-room Hotel Zags in Portland for $10 million to NewcrestImage, which plans to manage the property in-house. The hotel had been operating at a loss, and Pebblebrook said it may use the proceeds for share repurchases and other corporate priorities; the sale is not expected to change its third-quarter outlook.

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TKO Offers $2 Billion for SVC Hotel PortfolioBusiness — 5dTKO LLC offered $2.0 billion cash for SVC's 93 hotels on October 9, 2026; shares closed up 15% at $7.15 as the board reviews the proposal.

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Rooftop Cinema Plans Nearly 100 Halloween FilmsEntertainment — 1dSan Diego’s Rooftop Cinema Club is hosting an all-October Halloween celebration at the Porto Vista Hotel, featuring nearly 100 films, including horror favorites and seasonal classics such as Halloween, Scream, Beetlejuice and Practical Magic.

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IJRDOJ Issues Nearly A Dozen Subpoenas In Immigration Probe Against Ilhan Omar; Includes Members Of Her FamilyNicole Silverio · 3 min · 1h

Laredo Declares Emergency After Hotel FireWorld — Oct 7, 2026A fire at Laredo’s DoubleTree hotel on Oct. 7 forced an evacuation of more than 100 guests; no deaths were reported, though several people were treated for smoke inhalation. The building remains structurally unsafe, keeping investigators out and preventing guests from retrieving belongings, while the hotel’s independent owner says it has hired a structural engineer and is arranging stabilization.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Africa Hotel Pipeline Hits Record 104,444 RoomsTravel — Oct 5, 2026Travel developments include Pine Cliffs’ June wellness retreat, Myrtle Beach’s expanded autism-friendly offerings, and a 12% increase in summer flights to Madeira from the UK. Separately, Africa’s hotel pipeline reached a record 577 properties, while Kyoto’s Imperial Hotel named a general manager and joined The Leading Hotels of the World ahead of its 2026 opening.

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Honolulu approves Ala Moana hotel-housing towersBusiness — Oct 7, 2026Honolulu’s City Council unanimously approved a conceptual plan for 1588 Ala Moana, clearing a key hurdle for a project with a 400-foot hotel, market-rate residences and 69 affordable rentals, but construction still requires further permits. Hotel workers criticized the affordable-unit count, while supporters cited housing supply, jobs and public improvements; the plan also requires 38 additional affordable units elsewhere in the city.

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Dolly Parton Hotel, Museum Open in Nashville — Oct 5, 2026Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Life of Many Colors Museum have opened in downtown Nashville, offering a hotel, live entertainment and an expansive exhibition tracing her life and career. Parton helped shape the project, which also highlights her philanthropy and connection to the city; early museum tickets are reportedly selling out.

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US Holiday Travel Faces Rising Cost PressuresTravel — 1dRising airfares and other travel costs are pushing Americans to reconsider Thanksgiving and Christmas trips: fewer say they plan to travel, and some are weighing cheaper options or cutting trips short. Hawaii is already seeing holiday hotel bookings about 15% behind last year, while airfare increases are making some travelers rethink flights or who can join family vacations.

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The Conservative DeskGoliath death puts Georgia’s ride inspectors to the testA teacher’s fatal ejection from Six Flags’ Goliath forces a hard look at state inspection duty, park accountability, and the safety ordinary families expect before they board.28m · 1 reads

Hotels Across Five Regions Earn 2026 Michelin KeysTravel — Oct 3, 2026The 2026 MICHELIN Guide has recognized hotels across several destinations with MICHELIN Keys, including Dar Tantora in AlUla, Four Seasons Resort Puerto Rico, Dorset’s The Priory and Waco’s Hotel 1928. Five Houston hotels also earned Keys, with the distinctions recognizing exceptional stays, service, character and connection to place.

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Roanoke Breaks Ground on $103.7M Hotel, Convention CenterBusiness — 6dRoanoke has broken ground on The Cade, a 205-room Hilton Curio Collection hotel and publicly owned convention center planned for downtown. The roughly $100 million public-private project is supported by a voter-approved $62 million bond and state tax incentives, with construction expected to take about 23 months.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Spotted on NYC Date — 4dSwift and Kelce left The Jane Hotel hand-in-hand on Oct. 9 with her $3,450 Gucci bag; reports named Old Rose, which Yelp lists as permanently closed.

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Honolulu Listings Span Retail, Hospitality, Admin JobsBusiness — 3dRecent Honolulu job listings span hospitality, retail and customer service, and administrative work, with roles at resorts, hotels, stores, clinics, banks, and city government. Some postings advertise hourly pay from about $16 to $30, alongside benefits, flexible or seasonal schedules, and opportunities for advancement; availability may change.

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Choice Hotels Opens Six Properties, Portfolio Tops 300 — Sep 29, 2026Choice Hotels opened six upscale properties across Colorado, Florida, Vermont and Wisconsin: two Cambria hotels and four Ascend Collection hotels. The openings bring its U.S. upscale portfolio to more than 300 operating hotels, with nearly 150 more in development.

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IJREXCLUSIVE: Trump DOJ Launches Probe Into New Jersey City Over ‘Egregious’ Firearm Permit ProcessHarold Hutchison · 3 min · 1h

Tom Welling’s Accidental Nude Reflection Goes Viral — 4dTom Welling accidentally posted an Instagram Story showing his reflection in a New York hotel window while in town for New York Comic Con. The image was deleted after roughly 10 hours, but screenshots spread widely online; reports say no explicit details were clearly visible.

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Oregon Resort Plans Rare Midcentury Home TourTravel — Oct 3, 2026Oregon offers travelers varied getaways, from Portland’s food and city attractions to Eugene’s boutique hotels, wine and farm-to-table dining. Along the coast, Salishan’s architect-designed midcentury homes add a distinctive draw, while Portland stays such as Hotel Lucia offer a downtown base for visitors.

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IHG to Debut Noted Collection Brand in Tokyo With Two Hotels — Sep 28, 2026IHG will bring its Noted Collection to Japan with two Tokyo hotels: a 207-room Shinjuku property to be renovated and opened in 2027, and an 81-room new-build in Ginza scheduled for 2029. The signings mark the brand’s first entry into Japan and East Asia-Pacific, pairing hotels’ distinct local identities with IHG’s global network and loyalty program.

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Chris Dalton Ginza getting an 81-room property in 2029 feels like a smart long-term move for IHG to build loyalty with travelers who want local character plus points.

Wedding Shows Planned Across New JerseyLifestyle — Oct 7, 2026Wedding shows and expos at venues across New Jersey are promoting wedding spaces, catering and planning services, and opportunities to meet local vendors. Featured locations include Picatinny, Trenton, Toms River, Mahwah and Cherry Hill, with amenities ranging from renovated ballrooms and hotel accommodations to indoor-outdoor event settings.

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Florida Cities Report Diverse Hiring OpportunitiesBusiness — 6dCurrent openings include a Royal Caribbean hotel-procurement role involving market analysis and supplier negotiations, alongside sales jobs in Jacksonville, retail and customer-service positions in Ocala, and fashion and international banking client-service roles in Coral Gables. The listings offer a range of experience levels and benefits, and availability may change.

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BooksFour agreements can replace the rules you never choseMost human suffering comes from childhood beliefs absorbed without consent, and freedom comes from four daily commitments about speech, reaction, interpretation, and effort.1h · 1 reads

Boston hotel rates swing from $166 in January to $458 in October — Sep 24, 2026Boston hotel rates swing from $166 in January to $458 in October, tying New York at a 64% spread in Engine's analysis of 50 U.S. markets.

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Tom Gallagher Phoenix in summer sounds worth it if the heat doesn't bother you and prices drop that low.

IHG to cancel 2,000 shares repurchased in early October buybacks — Oct 5, 2026InterContinental Hotels Group repurchased 1,000 shares on both Oct. 2 and Oct. 5 under its existing buyback program and plans to cancel them. After the Oct. 5 purchase, 147,158,314 ordinary shares remained outstanding, excluding treasury shares.

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Mike Tomlin unveils the Minecraft city he has been building for 12 years — Oct 2, 2026Former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin posted a YouTube tour of the single Minecraft map he has worked on for more than a decade, from a boutique hotel to stadiums and aquarium high-rises.

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West Hartford Owners Sue Over Airbnb Zoning RulingBusiness — Oct 7, 2026West Hartford homeowners Lisa and Alexander Khan are suing after the town’s zoning appeals board unanimously rejected their challenge to an order barring short-term rentals at their Pheasant Hill Drive home. The Khans argue town rules do not clearly prohibit rentals of less than 30 days, while officials say Airbnb stays amount to hotel-like commercial use barred in residential zones; neighbors have also complained about parties, traffic and disruption.

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Diwali Events Planned, Held Across Four CountriesLifestyle — Oct 4, 2026Diwali celebrations range from Heritance Hotels’ festive dining and traditional activities across Sri Lanka to free community events in Charleston, Milton and Brisbane featuring cultural performances, food, workshops and family activities. Several events emphasize welcoming the broader community and involving young people in preserving and sharing cultural traditions.

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IJREXCLUSIVE: Asst. Commerce Secretary Roth Reveals The Issues Facing Classrooms That Rely Too Much On ScreensSean Moran · 6 min · 2h