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KARL LAGERFELD unveils its Spring–Summer 2026 campaign, From Paris with Love, starring cultural icon Paris Hilton for the second consecutive season. Captured through the lens of long-time brand collaborator Chris Colls at the Maison’s headquarters, 21 Rue Saint-Guillaume in Paris, the global campaign spans the KARL LAGERFELD, KARL LAGERFELD JEANS, and KARL LAGERFELD PARIS collections.

KARL LAGERFELD REUNITES WITH PARIS HILTON FOR SPRING – SUMMER 2026 “FROM PARIS WITH LOVE” CAMPAIGN

“Shooting the campaign at 21 Rue Saint-Guillaume was incredibly inspiring,” says Paris Hilton. “Stepping into Karl’s world felt personal and true to the DNA of both Karl and the brand. It wasn’t about looking back but being present in a space where his legacy continues to evolve.”

Moving through the Maison with ease and confidence, Paris Hilton brings her signature glamour and charisma to KARL LAGERFELD’s universe through playful digital storytelling. The still imagery balances her personality with the House’s timeless codes: the main campaign embraces signature black-and-white, KARL LAGERFELD JEANS introduces pop-inflected colors, and the KARL LAGERFELD PARIS US campaign reflects a colorful, fresh spring attitude and assured femininity. Across all collections, Paris’ energy elevates the Maison’s aesthetic, creating a modern, empowered expression of style.

Sean O’Pry fronts the men’s collection with sleek, understated presence. His refined yet relaxed approach, combined with his natural chemistry with Paris Hilton, brings contemporary energy across ready-to-wear and accessories, anchored by the hero image outside the Paris Maison HQ.

The K/Autograph range returns as the season’s centerpiece, its iconic graphic hardware showcasing Karl’s original autograph and reinforcing the Maison’s signature aesthetic.

ABOUT KARL LAGERFELD

The House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the iconic vision and design aesthetic of its founder, Karl Lagerfeld, fused with a contemporary, forward-looking spirit. The brand celebrates his colossal legacy and breathes his passion, intuition, and inexhaustible creativity into the core of its DNA.

Featuring Parisian-inspired classics with a rock-chic attitude, the brand portfolio includes ready-to-wear for women, men and kids, plus KARL LAGERFELD JEANS, bags, small leather goods, footwear, fragrances and eyewear. Additional categories include the KARL LAGERFELD MAISON furniture collection and international hospitality projects. The Maison’s creative vision is led by Creative Director Hun Kim; other members of the KARL family are Brand Ambassador Sebastien Jondeau, and Sustainability Ambassador Amber Valletta, amongst others.

KARL LAGERFELD connects with consumers at more than 200 stores worldwide — including premium wholesale and franchise partners — with key locations in Paris, London, Munich, Dubai and Shanghai. The brand has a robust digital presence across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and its KARL.COM flagship.

In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection.

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On Writers and Readers, by Tom Wolfe

“The reason a writer writes a book is to forget a book and the reason a reader reads one is to remember it. ”

― Tom Wolfe

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#ItalyPeachy Italy Sees Economic Boost From the Opening Weekend of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026

Visa, the Official Payment Technology Partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, today released new data revealing consumer spending patterns in the Winter Games host locations1 during the opening weekend of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.

VisaNet data analysed by Visa Consulting & Analytics (VCA) shows the positive impact that Milano Cortina 2026 is having on commerce:Overseas Visa cardholders visits rose by more than 60%, with the largest share of visitors coming from the U.S. (+160% year-on-year), followed by China, Brazil, Canada and Japan.

In Europe, Visa cardholders from Germany represent the largest share of visitors (31% year-on-year increase), followed by Switzerland, France and the UK.

International Visa cardholders spent more than in the previous year, with the U.S. leading the year-on-year growth with a 125% increase in their spending, followed by Canada and Switzerland.

Visitors from Germany, China and the U.S. ranked as the top spenders, with an average spend of €297, €267 and €255, respectively.

Purchases are also up significantly in Milano from international Visa cardholders (45%) and Italian Visa cardholders (+30%).

In mountain locations, purchase growth is being driven primarily by overseas Visa cardholders, up to 95% year on year.

Contactless transactions across both domestic and international Visa cardholders, increased by almost 40% year‑on‑year.

The top three merchant categories recorded the highest increase in purchases by international Visa cardholders during the Opening Ceremony weekend are: Clothing & Accessories (+35%), Restaurants, Mobility & Transport.

Antony Cahill, Chief Executive Officer, Visa Europe says: “Over the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony weekend, Italian businesses experienced a year-on-year rise in visitors and purchases, according to VisaNet data - demonstrating the positive economic impact that major global events can deliver for local communities. U.S. travellers led overseas spend, with fans from China, Brazil, Canada and Japan showing the biggest increase in travel to the Games.”

Visa’s responsibility to provide payment systems for the Olympic and Paralympic Games requires a robust and venue-specific plan combined with large-scale operations. Working hand-in-hand with the Organising Committee, Visa has built a custom payment network across Milano, Cortina and beyond, which will ensure Visa payments are accepted at approximately 800 points of sale across 13 competition venues and several other official Milano Cortina 2026 locations.

About Visa Inc.

Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, sellers, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at Visa.com.

Figures compare the weekends 6,7,8 February 2026 vs 7,8,9 February 2025

Overseas visitors refers to Visa cardholders from outside Europe

International visitors refers to Visa cardholders from both Europe and outside Europe

Visa cardholders refers to Visa cardholders includes domestic and international visitors (Europe and outside Europe)

Northern Italy refers to Milan and mountain locations hosting competitions, including Belluno, Trento, Bolzano, and Sondrio

Mountain locations refer specifically to Belluno, Trento, Bolzano, and Sondrio (excluding Milano)

1 Milano, Belluno, Trento, Bolzano, and Sondrio

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NYC Kosher Restaurant, Talia's Steakhouse, to Serve Passover 2026 Seders & Meals

A Peachy's Pick Since 2017, Talia's has offered Passover meals for over two decades.

Talia's Steakhouse & Bar on the Upper West Side of Manhattan has been serving Passover Seders and meals for over two decades. The glatt kosher NYC restaurant is strictly Orthodox and observes all Jewish laws, so all reservations must be prepaid prior to the start of the holiday.

Passover 2026, or Pesach, begins at sundown on April 1st, and concludes on April 9thh. Talia's will serve non-communal Seder meals on April 1st and 2nd, including all traditional required Seder items and foods, such as haggadahs and wine, accordding to Ashkenazi tradition. There will also be a fully stocked Kosher for Passover bar.

Talia's will also be serving holiday lunches and dinners, and will be open with a regular a la carte menu for all of Chol Hamoed.

Whether one has a large group or is a single person, Talia's is ready to accommodate.

Talia's fast casual sister restaurant next door, Shawarma Shabazi, will also be completely kosher for Passover. Since the restaurant abides by Ashkenazi tradition, there will be no falafel, hummus, tahini, etc. For more info: https://shabazinyc.com

Talia's has already started taking reservations for Pesach 2026. Seats are already filling up quickly, so it is recommended to make reservations as soon as possible.

For more information and to reserve: Click Here

For over two decades, Talia's Steakhouse has continuously reinvented the strictly Glatt kosher restaurant as a hip, modern place, where everyone will feel welcome: from Chabad and Satmer Chasidim to Modern Orthodox, secular Jews, non-Jewish customers and all other ethnic groups, Talia's has something for everyone. With so many repeat customers and fans, it's no wonder that Talia's Steakhouse has built such a "Haute" reputation. As one customer puts it: "You oughtta be the best, most progressive-still-frum place".

Talia's is a great Manhattan kosher restaurant to take your wife or girlfriend out to dinner. Enjoy the romantic atmosphere, dimly-lit, candles and fresh roses on each table, mellow live music and a wonderful blend of American and Middle-Eastern cuisines. In addition, Talia's offers prepaid Shabbat dinner every week, as well as all major Jewish holiday meals.

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#ScotlandPeachy Scotland Lights Up Brisbane with Iconic Tartan @visitscotnews @VisitScotland

A bold cultural showcase sparks travel to Scotland in 2026

Scotland brings its iconic tartan and cultural heritage to the Southern Hemisphere as part of a global invitation to visit in 2026. With the Commonwealth Games taking place in Glasgow this year, alongside major new attractions, Scotland is stepping into the international spotlight.

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Scotland paints Brisbane tartan

As The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo prepares to take centre stage in Brisbane and Auckland, VisitScotland has illuminated the historic pillars of Brisbane City Hall with the Tattoo tartan. The striking display celebrates Scotland's deep-rooted traditions and cultural pride, creating a moment of connection with Australia.

Marking its 75th anniversary, the Tattoo brings massed pipes and drums, military precision and contemporary storytelling to audiences in Australia and New Zealand, having captivated more than 100 million people worldwide.

Why Scotland in 2026?

With global attention on Scotland in 2026, travellers are encouraged to look beyond postcard moments and discover a destination evolving in exciting new ways. New and reimagined experiences launching across the country include The Inverness Castle Experience, the reopening of Paisley Museum, a transformed Calanais Standing Stones Visitor Centre on the Isle of Lewis, and landmark exhibitions in Glasgow and Dundee.

Scotland is closely aligned with the travel preferences of Australian and New Zealand visitors, who are increasingly seeking wellbeing–focused, community–minded and immersive experiences. This growing appetite for wellness, noctourism and slow travel is reflected across the country from floating saunas on Highland lochs to new dark sky observatories in southern Scotland.

The Tattoo's visit to Australia and New Zealand provides a platform for VisitScotland to connect with local partners and promote Scotland as a must-visit destination. Jill Walker, Director of Marketing at VisitScotland, said: "The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is a globally recognised symbol of Scotland's culture and a compelling platform to engage audiences in Australia and New Zealand. Alongside these high–profile cultural moments, we are working closely with media, travel trade and partners to showcase the breadth of Scotland's visitor offer and encourage future travel."

Australia also shares a longstanding connection with Scotland through whisky, craftsmanship and storytelling. The country was Johnnie Walker's first major export market in the 1870s, a legacy continuing to draw Australian travellers to Scotland.

For more on holidays in Scotland, visit www.visitscotland.com

VisitScotland is Scotland's national tourism organisation. Its core purpose is to drive the visitor economy, growing its value in Scotland. 

As an economic growth agency, VisitScotland's activity focuses on three key priorities – market development, place development and business and experience development.   

VisitScotland's work helps deliver the ambitions of the national tourism strategy, Scotland Outlook 2030, for Scotland to be a world leader in 21st century tourism, and the national events strategy, Scotland the Perfect Stage.  

It leverages tourism and events as a force for good for all of Scotland's people and places and builds Scotland's international profile as a leading place to visit, live, work, study and do business.

VisitScotland is a proud signatory of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism and Tourism Declares a Climate Emergency.  

 www.visitscotland.com 

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Persistent Cost Increases and Enduring Demand Will Shape the Restaurant Industry in 2026

National Restaurant Association report highlights industry growth tempered by margin pressures

America's restaurant industry is poised for a year of measured growth, though a cooling labor market, persistent cost pressures, and cautious household spending will continue to challenge operator margins. According to the National Restaurant Association's 2026 State of the Restaurant Industry report, total restaurant and foodservice sales are projected to reach $1.55 trillion and restaurant operators are forecast to add more than 100,000 jobs.

This projected growth reflects an industry navigating a mixed economic landscape: operators are facing uneven traffic and elevated operating expenses, while consumers – particularly those in lower- and middle-income households – are increasingly stretched. Even so, restaurants remain deeply woven into American culture, with the majority of adults continuing to prioritize dining out, takeout, and delivery, even when budgets tighten.

"Restaurants remain an economic powerhouse that, even when faced with soft consumer spending and sustained margin pressures, drives job growth and fosters entrepreneurship," said Michelle Korsmo, President & CEO of the National Restaurant Association. "The industry's resilience is driven by its people, its adaptability, and its ability to evolve alongside consumers, making continued investment in workforce, innovation, and smart policy solutions essential to long-term growth."

Key findings from this year's report include:Modest growth is projected, but under continued pressures. Operators remain cautiously optimistic, even as rising costs and softer traffic persist. Many operators expect sales to hold steady or improve this year, and the Association forecasts modest real sales growth of 1.3 percent.

Consumer demand remains solid, but their spending power is restrained. Consumers have strong pent-up demand for restaurant experiences. More than 7 in 10 consumers say they would use restaurants more frequently if they had more disposable income. This desire is especially strong among Gen Z and millennials, who continue to lead the industry's off-premises growth.

The industry workforce will continue to grow, though it will be challenging to fill the open positions. Restaurant and foodservice employment is projected to reach 15.8 million jobs in 2026. Nearly three quarters of operators plan to hire but expect difficulties finding experienced managers and chefs. Longer term labor force challenges—particularly the shrinking 16-to 24-year-old population—underscore the need for sustained workforce development and immigration reform.

Rising costs remain the industry's key stressor and is limiting operator margins. More than 9 in 10 operators cite food, labor, insurance, energy, and swipe fees as significant challenges. Last year, 42 percent of operators reported their restaurant was not profitable – highlighting the need for operational innovation, workforce investment, and smart policy solutions.

Workforce development and technology could help release some of the margin pressure. In the current economic environment, restaurant operators are investing in training and tools to support hospitality with technology-driven efficiency. Advances in ordering, AI, and data analytics are helping operators streamline operations, manage costs, and enhance the customer experience.

A Snapshot of the Year Ahead

The uncertainty of 2025 will persist in 2026, requiring operators to rely on their creativity and adaptability to stay agile in the shifting operating environment. This will mean balancing restrained consumer spending and elevated costs by leveraging technology to create efficiencies that bring down costs and free up staff to focus on consumer experiences.

Operators will be focused on investments in innovative solutions like digital ordering and payments, loyalty programs, automation, and targeted marketing that are strengthening guest engagement and removing friction points from the dining experience.

When it comes to the workforce guiding the consumer experience, operators are committed to building skilled adaptable employees through training and technology. This investment continues to shape the entire U.S. workforce, because more people have worked in restaurants than in any other industry, highlighting the industry's role in individual career growth.

All of this comes together to serve a customer hungry with curiosity and looking for value, not only in price, but in experience.

"Success for operators this year will hinge on their ability to get the math right in a still‑challenging economic environment," said Dr. Chad Moutray, Chief Economist for the National Restaurant Association. "After a year when 60 percent of operators reported softer customer traffic, there is cautious optimism for improvement. At the same time, operators remain laser‑focused on controlling costs while delivering value and providing satisfying menu innovation that resonates with consumers."

Click here to for more information from the 2026 State of the Restaurant Industry report.

About the Report

The 2026 State of the Restaurant Industry Report is the Association's annual analysis of the industry's size, sales, workforce, technology, menu trends, and consumer and operator sentiment. It serves as a guiding resource for operators, suppliers, policymakers, and media.

About the National Restaurant Association

Founded in 1919, the National Restaurant Association is the leading business association for the restaurant industry, which comprises more than 1 million restaurant and foodservice outlets and a workforce of 15.7 million employees. Together with 52 State Associations, we are a network of professional organizations dedicated to serving every restaurant through advocacy, education, and food safety. We sponsor the industry's largest trade show (National Restaurant Association Show); leading food safety training and certification program (ServSafe); unique career-building high school program (the NRAEF's ProStart). For more information, visit Restaurant.org and find @WeRRestaurants on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

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#BostonPeachy The Boston Globe to Host Rare Disease Summit

Second Annual Rare Disease Summit to Bring Together Advocates, Experts, and Industry Leaders, February 24; register now at globe.com/raredisease

The Boston Globe is proud to convene the rare disease community at the second annual Rare Disease Summit on February 24, at 9:30 a.m. ET. Bringing together the individuals and the companies driving innovation in the rare disease space, this Summit will feature special keynote remarks, panel sessions, a live podcast recording, and networking sessions, all virtual and in-person from Big Night Live in downtown Boston.

Following last year's success, the second annual Rare Disease Summit unites key advocates, researchers, and policymakers, as well as nonprofits and companies, working to enact medical breakthroughs and meaningful change in patient care. Sessions will be moderated by Boston Globe journalists leading coverage on the region's biggest health and medical stories.

"At Boston Globe Media, we're dedicated to uniting the community with the region's movers and shakers," said Erika Hale Smith, Boston Globe Media Vice President of Events & Sponsorships. "We know that the sessions and conversations that happen at events like the Rare Disease Summit lead to real support and change for the people most affected."

Sessions for the 2026 Rare Disease Summit include:Living It, Leading It: When Lived Rare Disease Experience Becomes Professional Purpose

Stronger Together: Navigating Shared Decision-Making in Genetic Skeletal Conditions

Coast to Coast: Innovation Without Borders

Mental Health in Rare Disease: Breaking the Silence

Generation Rare: Young Voices Changing the Conversation

Recognizing the Realities of Hypoparathyroidism: Advocating for and Addressing Patient Needs

The Power of the Parent Voice: Advocacy and Progress in Rare Cancer and Disease

The Boston Globe is hosting the Rare Disease Summit in partnership with Biotech Tuesday! and presenting sponsor Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease. Supporting sponsors include Ascendis Pharma, BioMarin, Chiesi Global Rare Diseases, and Rocket Pharma.

In-person tickets — including a complimentary lunch — are available for the day of programming, happening live at Big Night Live, 110 Causeway St., Boston, MA. Attendees can use code PR for 15% off in-person tickets. Virtual attendance is free. To learn more and register to attend, visit globe.com/raredisease.

About Boston Globe Media:

Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC is a locally owned, award-winning media company serving Boston and New England for over 153 years. Its cornerstone is The Boston Globe, a 27-time Pulitzer Prize-winning news source and one of the most successful metro news organizations in the United States. The Globe is headquartered in Boston with regional bureaus in Washington, D.C., Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. The Globe has been successfully growing its direct subscriber base, today boasting the highest total number of subscribers the organization has had since 2008. The Globe hosts events that connect community members to its journalism and provides a range of digital and home-delivered advertising solutions that reach more consumers than any other New England media brand. Boston Globe Media's portfolio includes The Boston Globe, Globe.com, Boston.com, STAT, The B-Side, Globe Publishing Services, Globe Events, Studio/B, and Boston magazine.

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World Liberty Forum @worldlibertyfi Reaches Capacity as Global Leaders Prepare to Convene at Mar-a-Lago

Approximately 400 senior executives, investors, and policymakers confirmed for February 18 gathering from World Liberty Financial; New speakers revealed

World Liberty Financial ("WLFI”) today announced that the World Liberty Forum has reached capacity, with nearly 400 confirmed participants set to convene at Mar-a-Lago on February 18, 2026. The Forum will bring together an unprecedented assembly of leaders from global finance, technology, sports, media, and government for a day of high-level dialogue on the forces reshaping the global economy.

“The response to the World Liberty Forum has been overwhelming, and it’s clear ​​WLFI’s mission is resonating at the highest levels,” said Zach Witkoff, co-founder and CEO of World Liberty Financial. “In an era of artificial intelligence and 24/7 markets, financial infrastructure must evolve at lightning speed. The Forum is bringing together many of the world’s most pre-eminent champions of this important work.”

Hosted by World Liberty’s founders, the daylong program will feature keynotes, fireside conversations, and panels addressing the future of the U.S. dollar, the modernization of financial infrastructure, and America's indispensable role in the next era of global markets. The agenda is available on the World Liberty Forum website at https://worldlibertyforum.com/.

The confirmed speaker lineup includes:David Solomon (Goldman Sachs, Chairman and CEO)

Jenny Johnson (Franklin Templeton, President and CEO)

Adena Friedman (Nasdaq, Chair and CEO)

Lynn Martin (New York Stock Exchange, President)

Michael Selig (U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Chairman)

Daniel Loeb (Third Point, Founder and CEO)

Philippe Laffont (Coatue Management, Founder and Chief Investment Officer)

Brad Gerstner (Altimeter Capital, Founder and CEO)

Barry Sternlicht (Starwood Capital Group, CEO)

Jacob Helberg (Department of State, Undersecretary for Economic Affairs)

Kevin O'Leary (O'Leary Ventures, Chairman)

Gianni Infantino (FIFA, President)

Gerry Cardinale (RedBird Capital, Founder and Managing Partner)

Behdad Eghbali (Clearlake Capital Group, Co-Founder and Managing Partner)

Senator Ashley Moody (U.S. Senator from Florida)

Senator Bernie Moreno (U.S. Senator from Ohio)

Peter Hughes (Apex Group, Founder and CEO)

The Hon. Kelly Loeffler

Marc Lasry (Avenue Capital Group, Co-founder and CEO)

Clay Travis (OutKick, Founder)

Brian Armstrong (Coinbase, Co-founder and CEO)

Cody Carbone (The Digital Chamber, CEO)

Yuval Rooz (Canton Network, Co-Founder)

Mike Belshe (BitGo, CEO)

Carlos Domingo (Securitize, Founder and CEO)

Ziad El Chaar (DarGlobal, CEO)

Donald Trump Jr. (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder)

Eric Trump (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder)

Alex Witkoff (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder)

Zak Folkman (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder and COO)

Zach Witkoff (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder and CEO)

Chase Herro (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder)

Additional speakers and major announcements are expected at the event. For updates, follow @worldlibertyfi on X.

About World Liberty Financial

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is a pioneering decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol and governance platform dedicated to empowering individuals through transparent, accessible, and secure financial solutions. Inspired by the vision of President Donald J. Trump, WLFI seeks to democratize access to DeFi by creating user-friendly tools that bring the benefits of decentralized finance to a broader audience. WLFI plans to be at the forefront of DeFi, offering an intuitive, robust platform that empowers users to participate actively in the financial future.

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Kirk Herbstreit @KirkHerbstreit @StJude Accepts 2026 Pat Summerall Award, 2026 Legends for Charity Dinner Raises $1.7M Benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Kirk Herbstreit, Emmy Award‑winning college football analyst for ESPN/ABC and NFL analyst for Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime Video, received the 2026 Pat Summerall Award on Thursday, Feb. 5. The award was presented at the Legends for Charity® dinner benefitting the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®: Finding cures. Saving children.®

The exclusive red carpet event raised $1.7M with the help of 400 supporters, broadcasters and sports industry leaders. Donations help ensure that families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food – so they can focus on helping their child live. Guests were treated to a special appearance by Peter, Herbstreit’s dog and travel companion throughout the broadcast season, who walked the red carpet and appeared on stage with Herbstreit as he accepted the award.

Now in its 21st year, the Legends for Charity dinner was hosted by Laura Rutledge, ESPN/SEC Network host and reporter. Chris Berman, ESPN NFL Studio host, presented Herbstreit with the Pat Summerall Award followed by an onstage conversation about Herbstreit’s career as a broadcaster. In addition, ESPN anchor, award-winning journalist, producer and director Hannah Storm—the 2025 Pat Summerall Award honoree—introduced the tribute video honoring her fellow ESPN colleague.

“Legends for Charity is an incredible celebration — both in honoring broadcasters like Kirk Herbstreit who are at the top of their game, and also bringing together hundreds of supporters during the biggest week in sports to make a difference for children in the U.S. and around the world,” said Ike Anand, President and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. “We are grateful to Legends for Charity and Cheri Summerall for helping St. Jude push the overall childhood cancer survival rate in the U.S. from 20 percent in 1962 to more than 80 percent today. Thanks to generous donors, St. Jude can give its doctors and researchers the tools and technology they need to make the next groundbreaking discovery.”

The Pat Summerall Award began in 2006 during Super Bowl XL in Detroit when storied broadcaster Pat Summerall personally chose the first honoree. Since its inception, Legends for Charity has raised nearly $16 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Past honorees include James Brown, the late Greg Gumbel, Jim Nantz, Chris Berman, Cris Collinsworth, The NFL ON FOX, Al Michaels, Archie Manning, Michael Strahan, Joe Buck, the late John Madden, Rich Eisen, Tony Dungy, Bill Cowher, Jim Kelly, Erin Andrews, Howie Long, Tony Romo and Hannah Storm.

Leading the way as the Legends for Charity Top Sponsor was Key for a Cure. The Monterey, Ca.- based non-profit formed in 2015 is currently working to raise funds for kids with cancer, including to further immunotherapy research being conducted at St. Jude. Key for a Cure supporters helped raise over $1 million toward this ground-breaking research while also supporting children in their own neighborhood diagnosed with cancer who need services like in-home medical care, rides to and from medical appointments and delivery of nutritious meals.

Honor Summerall’s legacy and help St. Jude families by donating at StJude.org or visiting LegendsForCharity.com.

About St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children.® It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. When St. Jude opened in 1962, childhood cancer was considered largely incurable. Since then, St. Jude has helped push the overall survival rate in the U.S. from 20% to more than 80%, and it won't stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes to help doctors and researchers at local hospitals and cancer centers around the world improve the quality of treatment and care for even more children. Because of generous donors, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, so they can focus on helping their child live. Visit St. Jude Inspire to discover powerful St. Jude stories of hope, strength, love and kindness. Support the St. Jude mission by donating at stjude.org, liking St. Jude on Facebook, following St. Jude on X, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and subscribing to its YouTube channel.

About Legends for Charity

Legends for Charity® is an annual national event held during Super Bowl Weekend to present The Pat Summerall Award to a deserving broadcaster. Created and produced by Cheryl DeLeonardis of Ocean 2 Ocean Productions, it has become one of the cornerstone events during the biggest weekend in professional sports. The dinner celebrates national sports legends and has raised nearly $16 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Since its inception in 2005, it has earned eight national Telly Awards and opened the world of sports broadcasters to the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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#MovietimeInManhattan @WBD BEN-HUR AND ALL THE PRESIDENT’S MEN EARN WHOM YOU KNOW'S HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION @carlbernstein #CARLBERNSTEIN THIS ONE'S FOR YOU!

THE ACADEMY AWARD-WINNING FILMS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 4K RESOLUTION WITH HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE (HDR) AVAILABLE ON 4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAYTM AND DIGITAL ON FEBRUARY 17, 2026

Two Academy Award winning films, 1959’s religious epic Ben-Hur and 1976’s biographical political thriller All the President’s Men, based on the real life Watergate by Carl Bernstein, whom we have met a few times over the years in Manhattan in real life and he is a total peach.  These two movies will be available for the first time for purchase Digitally in 4K Ultra HD and on 4K UHD Blu-ray Disc on February 17.  Whom You Know is always thrilled to learn about the latest and greatest from Warner Brothers, the greatest, whom we have featured consistently since Dolphin Tale with Kurt, thank you Kurt Yaegar.

The films will be available to purchase on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc online and in-store at major retailers and available for purchase Digitally from Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, Fandango at Home and more.

Ben-Hur

A remake of the 1925 silent film and adapted from Lew Wallace’s 1880 novel “Ben-Hur: A Tale of Christ,” the film is directed by William Wyler and produced by Sam Zimbalist and won a record 11 Academy Awards including Best Picture (Zimbalist), Best Director (Wyler), and Best Actor in a Leading Role (Heston). The film’s cast includes Charlton Heston, Jack Hawkins, Haya Harareet, Stephen Boyd, Hugh Griffith, Martha Scott, Cathy O’Donnell, and Sam Jaffe.

In 2004, the film was deemed "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant" by the United States Library of Congress, and selected for preservation in the National Film Registry.

About the Film

The winner of 11 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor, Ben-Hur stands as one of the greatest Hollywood epics ever filmed. A member of the Jewish nobility living in Jerusalem, Judah Ben-Hur (Charlton Heston) lives a religious life and peacefully opposes the tyrannical occupation of Judea by Rome. When a boyhood friend, Messala (Stephen Boyd), returns to the region as a Roman official, he and Judah become estranged due to Messala's fanatical loyalty to Rome and ruthless indifference to the fate of Judea. Casting friendship aside, Messala fabricates a charge of treason against Ben-Hur, his sister and mother, all of whom are arrested by Roman soldiers.​

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Ben Hur Digital release and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc contains the following new and previously released special features:Ben-Hur: Anatomy of an Epic (NEW)

The Cinematography of Scale (NEW)

Charlton Heston & Ben-Hur: A Personal Journey

Ben-Hur: The Making of an Epic

Ben-Hur: A Journey Through Pictures

Screen Tests: George Baker and William Russell

Screen Tests: Leslie Nielsen and Cesare Danova

Screen Tests: Leslie Nielsen and Yale Wexler

Screen Tests: Haya Harareet and Make-Up Test

Commentary by Film Historian T. Gene Hatcher with Charlton Heston (2 Parts)

Music Only Track Showcasing Mikos Rózsa’s Award-Winning Score (2 Parts)

All the President’s Men

Directed by Alan J. Pakula and written by William Goldman, the film is based on the 1974 non-fiction book by Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward. All the President’s Men stars Academy Award winners Robert Redford (Ordinary People) and Dustin Hoffman (Kramer vs Kramer, Rain Man), along with Academy Award nominee Jack Warden (Shampoo, Heaven Can Wait), Academy Award winner Martin Balsam (A Thousand Clowns), Academy Award nominee Hal Holbrook (Into the Wild), and Academy Award Winner Jason Robards (Julia).

The film was nominated for 8 Academy Awards and won 4 for Best Supporting Actor (Robards), Best Screenplay – Based on Material from Another Medium (Goldman), Best Art Direction (George C. Jenkins & George Gaines), and Best Sound (Arthur Piantadosi, Les Fresholz, Dick Alexander, and James E. Webb).

In 2010, All the President’s Men was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.”

About the Film

Academy Award winners Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in this true story as Washington Post reporters Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward, whose investigation of a seemingly minor hotel room break-in uncovers the greatest political scandal in United States history and leads to the downfall of President Richard Nixon.

All the President’s Men Digital release and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc contains the following new and previously released special features:All the President’s Men: The Film and its Influence (NEW)

Woodward and Bernstein: A Journalism Masterclass (NEW)

Woodward and Bernstein: Lighting the Fire

Telling the Truth About Lies

Out of the Shadows: The Man who was Deep Throat

Jason Robards on “Dinah!”

Ben Hur

Ultra HD Blu-ray Languages: English, Spanish, French

Ultra HD Blu-ray Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French

Run Time: 212 minutes

Rating: G

Digital Street Date: February 17, 2026

Physical Street Date: February 17, 2026

All the President’s Men

Ultra HD Blu-ray Languages: English, Spanish, French

Ultra HD Blu-ray Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French

Run Time: 138 minutes

Rating: PG

Digital Street Date: February 17, 2026

Physical Street Date: February 17, 2026

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LAVRAKI

THE WINNER AND STILL THE CHAMPION

#TopTen #2026 #Mediterranean #Greek #Diet #Foods from the #Menu at @AmmosNewYork by #DimitrisNakos

It's not who you know, it's WHOM YOU KNOW and of course we know Ammos Estiatorio by Dimitris Nakos, a Peachy's Pick Since 2011.  We have simple taste: we like the best and Ammos keeps outdoing itself.  Naturally, you should be coming here for Valentine's Day, but aside from that, you should love yourself and your health every day and Ammos is just the place to get that idea started!

The bread basket has been retired, and the Tzatziki is the pool and the crudites of carrots, celery and cucumber are the divers!  This is the new healthy welcome.

1. OCTAPODI

Grilled Mediterranean octopus, fennel, capers, onions, and roasted red peppers all brilliantly beckon you to 52 Vanderbilt Avenue. The supreme texture and elevated tenderness entice your appetite and the vegetables enhance while concurrently allowing the octopus to shine.

2. PAIDAKA

Note all items on the menu are authentically written in Greek with English explained.  Don't worry - even though Peachy has been here dozens of times she can't speak Greek either (see video) but her palate does.  Carnivores rejoice in the "From the Land" section of the menu, particularly with a house specialty: Grilled Rack of Lamb over traditional Greek gigandes and premium feta cheese.

3. PANTZARIA CARPACCIO

Thinly cut oven-roasted golden and blood beets waltz wonderfully in a shallot vinaigrette, generously punctuated with pistachio yogurt to show you how Ammos is the legend in salads.  Our newest culinary column, Sensational Salads, has showcased Ammos and inaugurated the entire column with this venue.

4. KALAMARI

Ok, in Greek it has a K start but it is the same treasure of the sea you know and love already, done in an extraordinary way with the Ammos Estiatorio signature Ladolemono Sauce, a classic, versatile Greek emulsified sauce made from olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and seasonings.  Make America Healthy Again, indeed!  Mike Tyson, even the flavors will knock you out we believe.  Eating real food is all the buzz right now but the Greeks have been doing it for centuries and you can see it works!

(from the front going to the back)

THE SPREADS

Peachy says: why have one when you can have five?

Heard of the Jackson 5?  The New Kids on the Block?  This is the new hot five lineup!

5. MELITZANOSALATA

A traditional roasted eggplant dip

6. TZATZIKI

Peachy's favorite: double-strained Greek yogurt with lots of dill, fresh garlic, cucumber without seeds and a dash of salt

7. HTIPITI

Roasted red peppers team up with Feta cheese for a winning goal in your stomach

8. TARAMASALATA

Carp roe will be your new favorite coveted dish.  Ages ago when Peachy tried it for the first time, she was not sure but it is her second favorite now after Tzatziki.  The fresh elegance awaits you in quite a peachy hue we might add.

9. SKORDALIA

Almond and garlic beautifully integrate for a fabulous concoction deserving of your attention.

Remember, Founder and Owner Dimitris Nakos is an import from Athens himself, and is a walking, talking, authentic, welcoming encyclopedia of this entire diet!  It is an innate way of life for him.

Also, we might add, Peachy ate this in front of the tv watching the Olympics so you should know it is also excellent "Game Food."  Smart diners know to order a couple orders to take home and then it's as easy as popping out of the refrigerator when you turn on your game.

10. LAHANIKA SKARAS

From the garden, and specifically designed for those that like entrees of vegetables (no meat or fish), this formidable Grilled Vegetable sensation has elements designed just for you.  Grilled eggplant, zucchini, vine tomatoes, Vidalia onion, Bell peppers, and jumbo asparagus form a monument to health in a delicious almond garlic puree.

BONUS: LAVRAKI

-the winner and still the champion-

This is what Peachy Deegan likes the best.

1.2 pounds of moist, de-boned, fresh as in FLOWN IN FROM GREECE DAILY every day, Monday to Friday, the absolutely majestic Lavraki perfectly perches on the signature Ladolemeno sauce.

It seems to get better and better every time you try it.  When it magically disappears, you know where to go to eat it again!  

Ammos continues to earn our Highest Recommendation.

Don't forget they have breakfast now too!

52 Vanderbilt Avenue

New York, NY 10017

Tel: 212.922.9999

email: info@ammosny.com

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