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politics1 month ago•23 min saved

Pilfered Prestige: A Decades-Long Air Force One Souvenir Heist

A Luxurylaunches feature recounts a decades-long pattern of pilfering aboard Air Force One by members of the White House press corps and guests, from embroidered pillowcases to engraved tumblers and gold-rimmed plates; after a 2024 inventory reporters were offered amnesty for returns but only a single item was voluntarily handed back, underscoring how exclusive presidential branding can tempt theft and shape a culture around Air Force One memorabilia.

via Luxurylaunches|

#air-force-one #journalists #politics

world1 month ago•6 min saved

World Cup Grass Keepsakes: FIFA’s $3,000 Patch Prompts NJ Revenue Tug-of-War

FIFA plans to cut up roughly five square yards of the World Cup final pitch at MetLife Stadium into numbered souvenirs selling for up to $3,000, and New Jersey officials say the state taxpayers deserve a cut to help cover stadium and infrastructure costs, while the host committee says proceeds will support regional programs; FIFA licenses the IP and most revenue goes to FIFA or the host committee’s general fund, reflecting a broader fight over who benefits from World Cup profits.

via Gothamist|

#economics #fifa #host-committee

lifestyle8 months ago•0 min saved

Tips for Choosing the Ideal Souvenirs for Everyone

The article offers expert advice on choosing meaningful souvenirs for loved ones, emphasizing that while souvenirs can be a thoughtful gesture, it's important to avoid tacky items and select gifts that truly reflect the trip and the recipient's taste.

via The Washington Post|

#etiquette #gifts #lifestyle

travel1 year ago•2 min saved

Lake Como's 'Fresh Air' Cans: A Novel Souvenir for Tourists

A communications company in Italy is selling cans of 'fresh air' from Lake Como for €9.90 each, offering tourists a unique souvenir from the picturesque destination. The initiative, led by marketing specialist Davide Abagnale, aims to provide an original and easily transportable memento. While the idea has received mixed reactions, it follows a trend seen in other tourist spots like Naples and even countries like Iceland and Canada, where local air is also sold as a novelty item.

via CNN|

#canned-air #italy #lake-como

travel2 years ago•0 min saved

"Ultimate Traveler's Gift Guide: 34 Must-Have Products for Jetsetters and Backpackers"

Anne Cate, a woman-owned small business based in Cleveland, Ohio, creates minimalist keepsakes featuring skylines from over 100 cities and colleges worldwide. Their compact emergency kit includes various travel essentials such as hair ties, ChapStick, floss pics, a sewing kit, bandages, and more. Customers praise the kit's convenience and recommend it for anyone looking to lighten their purse while traveling. The emergency kit is available for $25 and comes in over 100 skylines.

via BuzzFeed|

#cleveland #handmade-products #ohio

royal-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Prince William's New York Adventures: Souvenirs, Rivalries, Star-Struck Crowds, and Health Benefits"

Prince William visited New York City for the Earthshot Prize Innovation Summit and received souvenirs for his children during his stay. At an FDNY fire station, he was given small rubber fire trucks, pens, notebooks, and T-shirts from their stair climb. A well-wisher also gave him state license plate souvenirs and "I LOVE NY" T-shirts for his kids. William expressed his desire to bring his children to New York in the future.

via Harper's BAZAAR|

#earthshot-prize #fdny #new-york-city

travel3 years ago•6 min saved

Costco's Sushi Experiment: Hit or Miss with Visitors?

Costco Hawaii stores offer a variety of items for visitors, including flower leis, surfboards, local candies and snacks, fresh sushi and poke, pineapples, car seat covers, beer, wine, spirits, sunglasses, beach gear, and souvenirs. However, visitors may want to avoid buying milk products, produce, soft drinks, bottled water, and anything sold in too large a quantity. Costco gas may or may not be worth it depending on the price difference and wait time.

via Beat of Hawaii|

#costco #hawaii #local-products

gaming3 years ago•1 min saved

"Exploring Horizon Forbidden West's Burning Shores: Merch, Reviews, and More"

PlayStation Gear store now offers new Horizon Forbidden West merchandise including two t-shirts, a hat, a postcard set, and plushies to commemorate the release of the PS5 expansion pack. The merchandise is available in Europe and North America, but prices are steep, with t-shirts costing $24.95/£29.95 and plushies costing $32.00/£31.99.

via Push Square|

#gaming #horizon-forbidden-west #merchandise