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They don’t tell you how loud the game is, though it does make sense when you think about it—the hard plastic pickleball careens around the court, thwacking off of graphite paddles and asphalt and occasionally off of players’ extremities.

Pickleball Is the Welcoming, Easygoing Sport You Should Try in 2023

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Entertainment

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You don’t usually pop into a warehouse in the fancy part of Melrose expecting to be brutally roasted, but unless you happen to be as acutely observant as Daniel Craig’s master detective Benoit Blanc, that’s exactly what you’re going to get at Netflix’s new Glass Onion: A Knives Out Experience.

Solve Puzzles Like Benoit Blanc at the Free 'Knives Out' Escape Room in West Hollywood

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For years, the cell phone has been the mortal enemy of the in-stadium experience professional, a needy pocket gremlin crying out for attention in between—and often during—live sports action.

The LA Rams Unveil New Interactive Augmented Reality at SoFi Stadium 

Nation

Gift Guides

Thrillist's gift guides have everything you need to buy for friends, family, or a little something for yourself this holiday season.

Holiday Gift Guides: Everything You Need to Buy For Friends, Family & More

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Shopping

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The Best Gifts for People Who Love to Throw Parties

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News

The Oregon Trail brings up so many fond memories…well the video game does at least.

'The Oregon Trail' Will Soon Be Available to Play on Nintendo Switch

Las Vegas

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The Raiders are entering their third season as a Las Vegas team (or second with fans actually allowed at the games) and as time flies by, Sin City is getting used to its new identity as a real NFL town.

Where to Tailgate and Watch Football in Las Vegas 

New York

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Events

Every year around Labor Day, tennis fans from across the world gather to watch the greatest stars of our day compete for a heralded US Open championship title.

The Ultimate Guide to Attending the 2022 U.S. Open in NYC

San Diego

Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

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It’s no secret that food options at Major League Baseball games are nothing like they were just a few years ago.

Where to Eat and Drink Near Petco Park

San Francisco

Oracle Park—formerly AT&T Park, SBC Park, and PacBell Park—has the best views of any ballpark in the country without a doubt, but since this is San Francisco, you’ll also find some of the best food of any baseball stadium, namely the Crazy Crab sandwiches, garlic fries, pizza from Tony Gemignani’s Slice House, and Ghirardelli sundaes.

Where to Eat and Drink Near Oracle Park 

Banc of California Stadium

It’s a common critique in the sports world that LA is too full of transplants and good weather and other things to do to be a good sports city.

Where to Eat and Drink Near Banc of California Stadium

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New York and New Jersey Will Host the FIFA World Cup in 2026

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People love to try their hand at word puzzles, from the New York Times Crossword puzzles to Words With Friends to Wordle.

Games

Pickleball Is the Welcoming, Easygoing Sport You Should Try in 2023

The game is fun and social, easy to learn and difficult to master, a perfect mellow athletic hobby this year.

Solve Puzzles Like Benoit Blanc at the Free 'Knives Out' Escape Room in West Hollywood

Netflix has transformed a WeHo warehouse into a Grecian estate-style experience to celebrate Rian Johnson's 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery,' coming to Netflix December 23.

The LA Rams Unveil New Interactive Augmented Reality at SoFi Stadium

The ARound app lets you watch the game in a whole new way, with custom Rams minigames and animations.

The Best Gifts for People Who Love to Throw Parties

Some are functional, some are fun, but all will be appreciated by the born entertainer in your life.

'The Oregon Trail' Will Soon Be Available to Play on Nintendo Switch

The cult classic acts as a strategy-based survival game where almost anything can happen.

Where to Tailgate and Watch Football in Las Vegas

Here are the best places to cheer on the Raiders and drink with fellow sports fans in Sin City.

The Ultimate Guide to Attending the 2022 U.S. Open in NYC

From stadium eats and museums to iconic selfie spots, here’s all the cool stuff to do nearby before and after watching games IRL.

Where to Eat and Drink Near Petco Park

From cheap eats to caviar bumps, there’s something for every Padre’s fan.

Where to Eat and Drink Near Oracle Park

Whether you’re looking for a raucous crowd, stunning views, cheap eats, or a date spot, there’s something on this list for every fan.

Where to Eat and Drink Near Banc of California Stadium

Fill up on tacos, mariscos, dumplings, fried fish, and drinks before or after your next LAFC or ACFC match.

New York and New Jersey Will Host the FIFA World Cup in 2026

The two states will share hosting duties.

Move Over Wordle, Phoodle Is Here Now

It's the word puzzle foodies have been waiting for.