Costco Wholesale announced its plans to increase its annual membership fees for its U.S. and Canada customers for the first time since June 2017.

The current “gold star” and business membership price will increase from $60 to $65, while the executive membership fee will increase from $120 to $130. The big-box warehouse club retail chain’s membership offers discounts on food, gas, home insurance and grocery items, as well as an annual 2% reward on qualified purchases.

Costco said the raised fees could result in its maximum annual 2%  reward for executive members increasing from $1,000 to $1,250. The changes will affect an estimated 52 million members, half of whom are already paying the executive membership fee, the store confirmed.

Costco has benefited from its commitment to offering low prices amid inflation with shares nearly doubling and its market value increasing by about $180 billion during the past 18 months.

NEW YORK — Hoops Cabaret in New York City (48 West 33rd Street), featuring dozens of sexy Hoops exotic dancers, and described as “the sexiest sports bar,” will show the DAZN boxing card headlined by the legendary Floyd Mayweather vs John Gotti III, on Saturday night, August 24, 

Five-time world boxing champion Floyd Mayweather will face John Gotti III in the highly anticipated rematch, broadcast live from Mexico City. 

Their first encounter in June 2023 ended in chaos when the referee, Kenny Bayless, stopped the fight in the sixth round, triggering a mass brawl. Frustrated by the early stoppage, Gotti lashed out at Mayweather, leading to a tense situation in the ring as members from both camps rushed in. The situation escalated, prompting police to intervene and instruct fans to leave the arena to restore order.

Floyd Mayweather, a boxing legend, has held world championships in five weight classes: super featherweight, lightweight, super lightweight, welterweight, and super welterweight.

At Hoops Cabaret, fans can view all sporting events on the club’s giant Mega-Tron Video Wall and numerous HD TVs, giving every seat a clear view of all the action. “And don’t miss the famous after-parties,” said Hoops girl Sandra. “Hoops is exciting, come make it rain on the hot girls.” 

Hoops Cabaret combines the fun of a sports bar with the excitement of a gentlemen’s club. Be sure to check out the beautiful Hoops Girls on stage and visit the club’s VIP Man Cave. There are also nightly drink specials. 

HOOPS CABARET and Sports Bar

***Beautiful Entertainers

***Court-side, Mezzanine and VIP seating

***VIP “Man Cave”

***Next door to the world famous Rick’s Cabaret NYC

Fatburger is celebrating the 125th Anniversary of Pepsi with the release of the new 1.25 lb Fatburger.

The 1.25 lb Fatburger features 1.25 pounds of fresh-ground 100 percent pure lean beef and American cheese on a toasted sponge-dough bun. Order with The Works for the full Fat experience (Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Mayo, Mustard, Pickles, Relish), or customize with fresh toppings and add-ons.

Additionally, and to sweeten the deal, Fatburger is offering a free Pepsi with each purchase of the hefty anniversary burger.

The collaboration also features a sweepstakes allowing fans a chance to snag one of 20 ultra-exclusive Fatburger x Pepsi Prize Packs, which include limited edition swag like a Fatburger x Pepsi KoolTunes Igloo cooler, Fatburger x Pepsi Stanley Cup, and an array of apparel and accessories.