Wondering what to do in LA this New Year's Eve now that the world hasn't ended? Wonder no more and check out our list of the hautest NYE parties in Los Angeles ASAP. For those who don't love the nightlife scene, we've also included a few intimate dinner parties for your perusal. Celebrate good times in 2013, come on!

Located within the sophisticated and modern setting of Le Gray, Indigo on the Roof boasts a spectacular panorama of the Beirut skyline as well as an abundant selection of Mediterranean specialties. The mood is refined and elegant with visitors dressed in their best as if to complement the stunning scene. But even while the ambiance of Indigo is ultra-sophisticated, there is a warm and homely ambiance to the venue.

Numerous high-profile movies opened on Christmas day bringing in millions of dollars in box office sales. Read on to see which movies opened and how they fared in box office sales.

It goes without saying that the most coveted invites in Miami are for the parties you can’t buy your way into. They take place in gorgeous estates on Star Island, Hibiscus Island and North Bay Road where waterfront homes can hold hundreds of very, very well dressed people you should know. But for these fetes, […]

Everything can be seen from on top - the small streets, the cars, the different buildings, the people and the sea surrounding the city of Beirut at Le Gray's trendy restaurant and bar - Cherry on the Rooftop. One of the city's hottest venues, I had heard many rave of the place even in Dubai. So during a weekend in Beirut, I ventured up the hotel myself to enjoy the renowned comforts of this popular lounge bar.

Taylor Swift may never ever — ever! — get back together with her ex-boyfriend, but she always plans to donate to those less fortunate. The country cutie was recently named the most charitable celebrity of 2012 by DoSomething.org. In addition to Swift’s ongoing work to help young cancer victims and her various benefit concerts and […]

Kenneth Chenault, the chairman and CEO of American Express, was recently contacted by the White House about replacing Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner, reports Bloomberg. The 61-year-old is currently one of the world’s most-high-powered executives, and one of the few black leaders running a Fortune 100 company. At the end of 2012’s third quarter, American […]

Ever wonder what the most powerful leaders, business execs and celebrities keep on their desks? Well, we’re about to tell you. Our biweekly “What’s on My Desk” feature will take a look inside the offices and at the desks of the world’s most influential power players.

'Tis the season for giving, and Harrison Ford was certainly in the giving spirit as he performed some charitable deeds on Christmas Eve. The ​Indiana Jones ​star served up meals to the homeless December 24 for the Los Angeles Mission.

Famous exes Chris Brown and Rihanna have been keeping their friendship quiet over the past few years, but during the Christmas day basketball game between the New York Knicks and the Los Angeles Lakers at the Staples Center, the duo sat front and center together on what appeared to be a Christmas Day date.

Break out the Champagne and bust out the tinsel: The countdown is on to New Year’s Eve and one of the hottest places to be in the country for the fete is Aspen. Here’s a rundown and what’s happening in a little place they call Aspen: Either sit down for a four-course dinner or come […]

The Kardashian family had a very happy holiday indeed if their Christmas presents were any indication. Kylie Jenner showed off her new loot via Instagram, posting photos of two Céline luggage-mini purses she received this year.

Chief Executive of Paris’ LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton Bernard Arnault has purchased a storefront on Rodeo Drive for $85 million, which is reportedly the highest price on a square-foot basis ever paid in Los Angeles County, according to Business Journal.

While I've tried many an Italian restaurant in Dubai, especially given my love for the country and the cuisine, Splendido's ambiance in Dubai Marina's Ritz Carlton Hotel far outdoes most. Elegant, serene and replicating that of old Italian gentility, the restaurant has a special old-fashioned charm that is not common to most venue's in the city.

From the red-carpet to the runway, Manolo Blahnik shoes have become a cultural icon. They’ve been worn by everyone from Anna Wintour to Carrie Bradshaw and even been mentioned in a Jay-Z and Beyonce song. As the shoe guru celebrates his 40-year anniversary, the 70-year-old fashion designer reflects on his illustrious career… that came about […]

Jennifer Aniston is just one of the A-list names that has created a special PSA in a bid to end gun violence. The black and white video, which lasts for just under 90 seconds, features some of the biggest stars in Hollywood delivering the same universal message: gun control is needed.

Fact: New Year’s Eve expectations almost always outweigh the outcome. So how do you bypass the disappointment and guarantee a sparkling conclusion to 2012? We’d recommend a luscious champagne-fueled, five-course dinner followed by dancing with your favorite party people at the recently opened Buddha-Bar in London. The original Buddha Bar was created by Raymond Visan […]

A step inside the Yas Viceroy's chic urban spa ESPA reveals a modern interpretation of Middle Eastern spa rituals. Set out in two floors, the spa offers a sensory journey through a tranquil and soothing spaces. A first glance is mesmerizing and prompts the visitor to further explore. I was there to try ESPA's Signature Treatment: the Yas Detox - meant to calm, relax and purify.