Month: September 2025

If you’re the kind of traveler who books flights based on seat selection alone, Emirates Airlines has just done you a massive favor. The Dubai-based carrier retired the dreaded 2-3-2 Business Class layout on its Boeing 777-300ERs. That means the middle seat in Business Class is no more. 

Now, Emirates is rolling out a 1-2-1 configuration across its 777 fleet. This seating chart ensures every Business Class passenger direct aisle access. No more awkwardly stepping over your seatmate in the middle of the night or worse—being the guy in the middle seat on a $5,000 ticket! 

Within the new design, you’ll find four distinct seating options:

• True window seats: Maximum privacy, perfect for solo travelers.
• Aisle-adjacent window seats: A balance of privacy and convenience.
• Couple middle seats: Ideal if you’re traveling with a partner.
• Separated middle seats: Designed for solo flyers who don’t want to sit by a window.

So far, 25 of the airline’s 120 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft have been upgraded, with more coming online through 2025. The update finally puts Emirates back in the game with rivals like Qatar Airways’ Qsuite and Finnair’s no-middle-seat AirLounge.

What else is new in Emirates’ Business Class

The refreshed airplane cabins, which seat 40 passengers, also include: 

• 78-inch lie-flat beds
• 23-inch HD screens for Emirates’ award-winning ICE entertainment system
• Updated finishes with cream leather, dark wood accents, and modern trim

Other airlines that have ditched the middle seat 

• Qatar Airways 
• Finnair 
• Singapore Airlines 
• Delta One Suites
• United Polaris 

One infamous couple reveals what access to Disney’s Club 33—the most exclusive club on Earth, probably—actually includes. Scott and Diana Anderson (of no relation to me), better known as the “couple who sued Disney over Club 33,” revealed everything you could want to know about Disney’s best-kept secret to The Hollywood Reporter in 2024.

Personally, if I’m going to spend upwards of $50,000 on a membership, I want a detailed explanation of what it includes! So, here’s what Club 33 actually gets you according to these former members:

• VIP Tours: Five “skip-the-line” tours per member, each accommodating up to 10 people.
• Park Admission: Waived annual park fees, plus 100 complimentary park tickets for guests.
• All-Inclusive Access: No need to purchase Lightning Lane or Genie+ passes.
• Exclusive Dining & Lounges: Access to the original Dining Room, Trophy Room, and the 1901 Lounge in California Adventure.
• Unique Experiences: During their membership, the Andersons could take private rides on the Lilly Belle, Walt Disney’s personal train car, and had a private meal inside the Haunted Mansion. It’s unclear what kind of unique experiences members are getting today.
• Behind-the-Scenes Access: Opportunities to explore Walt’s apartment and other historically significant spaces at Disneyland, previously with unrestricted access.

Club 33 cost

If you want to get into Disneyland Resort’s Club 33, you’ll be invited to become a member, pay $35,000 upfront and then $15,000 every year after (according to AllEars.net). It costs more to get into Club 33 at Disney World (of which there are four). You’ll need that invite, then pay $35,000 to join and an annual fee of $16,000.

If you pay the Platinum dues (the tiered program starts with Silver then goes to Gold, Platinum, and Executive), it’s an all-access pass to the parks and more.

Club 33 locations

• Disneyland (New Orleans Square)
• California Adventure (1901 Lounge)
• Magic Kingdom (The Captain’s Quarters in Adventureland
• Animal Kingdom (Harambe House)
• EPCOT (Constellation Club)
• Hollywood Studios Hollywood Brown Derby’s Spotlight Lounge
• Disneyland Tokyo
• Disneyland Shanghai

Getting into Club 33 without a membership

You don’t need your own membership to get into Club 33 and experience the drinks and dining offered there. What you need is access.

If someone you know belongs to the club, you can visit as one of their guests, but they’ll have to coordinate the reservation for you. Or if you work for a company that has a corporate membership, you may be able to gain access to the club that way. You’ll have to talk to your HR team to figure that one out! Rumored companies with a Club 33 membership include Chevron, AllState, and Nestle. 

Devon Walker has confirmed that his exit from Saturday Night Live was a mutual decision.

On Aug. 25, the comedian announced his departure from NBC’s long-running late-night sketch series after three seasons. It was the first of a stream of exit announcements that rocked SNL ahead of its 51st season.

Days later, Walker, 34, shared new details in an interview with Rolling Stone, telling the outlet, “We decided together that it was time to go our separate ways.”

“I guess the best way I put it is like me and the show kind of looked at each other and we decided together that it was time to go our separate ways,” he added. “I think I felt ready to leave the show, and I think the show felt ready to leave me. I was just ready to do something else. We both felt like it was time.”

Walker explained that the time commitment required for the show caused him to miss out on other things in his life. “I felt ready to do a different version of my life,” he said. “I think that me and the show are both ready to turn the page.”

Devon Walker is Excited to Move Past ‘SNL’

During his three years on SNL, Walker was known for his impersonations of New York mayor Eric Adams, ABC host Michael Strahan, and more. But he clarified to fans that he was ready for a new job. Following his exit announcement, he posted to his Instagram stories to tell his followers, “Just to be clear, this is good news!! It was just time for me to do something different. Please do not be hitting me with all the ‘I’m so sorry’ we not on that AT ALL.”

Walker also told Rolling Stone that fans should not feel sorry for him, “I think when somebody leaves SNL, people’s impulse is to be like, ‘Oh, I’m really sorry.’ But to me, getting on SNL was such a blessing. I was never even training to do that thing,” he said. “I’m proud of a lot of the work that I did on there, but wait till people get to see the stuff that I really want to do.”

In addition to Walker, Emil Wakim, Michael Longfellow, and veteran Heidi Gardner are all out for SNL Season 51.

Remaining cast members include Kenan Thompson, Colin Jost, Michael Che, Mikey Day, Andrew Dismukes, Chloe Fineman, Marcello Hernandez,  Ego Nwodim, James Austin Johnson, Bowen Yang, and Sarah Sherman, as well as featured players Ashley Padilla and Jane Wickline.

Saturday Night Live returns for Season 51 on Oct. 4.

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Why We Love This Deal

It’s safe to say that athleisure isn’t a fad—most have found that after trying activewear from Alo Yoga or Lululemon that they actually prefer to be comfortable, and you can’t blame them. When it comes to matching footwear, Swiss brand On is one of the biggest names at the moment, and you can pick up a pair of the label’s trendiest sneakers for $50 off at Nordstrom right now.

If you take advantage of Nordstrom’s summer sale, you can get the $150 On Cloud 5 Coast Sneakers for $100. Nordstrom is only offering the sale for the Chalk/Olive colorway in the medium width at the moment, and it’s likely that more sizes will sell out pretty quickly. 

On Cloud 5 Coast Sneakers, $100 (was $150) at Nordstrom

What Shoppers Should Know

• Upper: Mesh
• Midsole: EVA foam, Speedboard
• Outsole: CloudTec
• Weight: 203 grams
• Midsole Drop: 8 millimeters

If you want the bottom line up front, these shoes are perfect for anyone who wants the support and stability that you get from a pair of runners, with the all-day comfort and lightweight construction of everyday shoes. They start with a breathable mesh upper that has a easy-on Speed Lacing System, making it super easy to slip on and off without tying/untying them constantly (bolstered by a collapsible heel). 

The EVA foam midsole has odor-fighting properties and the label’s in-house Speedboard tech, giving you some solid, springy energy return to help with your stride. The CloudTec cushioning in the sole adds to the comfort, and on the bottom, you’re getting a lugged outsole for reliable traction (even on wet terrain). 

Related: Altra’s Zero-Drop Torin 7 Running Shoes Are 40% Off

What Shoppers are Saying

Living up to its name, the Cloud 5 Coasts really do feel “soft as a cloud” according to one reviewer. Another reviewer echoed a similar sentiment, saying it’s the “most breathable and comfortable sneaker” that they own. 

Given how lightweight these shoes are, they’re actually really easy to pack, confirmed by one shopper who wrote, “Great lightweight shoes for traveling.” If you’re traveling internationally, you’ll likely have to walk a decent amount, and another reviewer said these can “go all day” without breaking a sweat, so you can rest easy knowing the Cloud 5 Coasts got your back. 

It’s rare to see such a steep discount for a pair of On runners, and since a few sizes are already out of stock, it’s a good idea to grab the On Cloud 5 Coast Sneakers for $100 while you still can. 

Shop More Deals

• Hoka Bondi 8s, $115 (was $165) at Nordstrom

• New Balance T500 Tennis Sneaker, $80 (was $110) at Nordstrom

• Nike Air Jordan 1 Low Sneaker, $84 (was $130) at Nordstrom

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