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Brittany Antoinette Wilson's dad has over 500 sneakers in his basement. Courtesy of Brittany Antoinette Wilson Brittany Antoinette Wilson is a 34-year-old brand manager who lives in Brooklyn. Brittany's dad, Nathaniel Hood, has an impressive collection of sneakers. Brittany says that she has learned the art of conservation from her dad. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Brittany Antoinette Wilson. It has been edited for length and clarity. Since I was a little girl, my dad has been a collector. He started off with comics, meticulously storing them so they wouldn't suffer wear and tear. More than 30 years later, the comics he has look as good as new. When I was 4, my dad started collecting baseball caps. He'd line them up perfectly, row after row, on the wall. In 2005, he started collecting sneakers. My dad loved and continues to love fashion — he's obsessed with clothing and appearance. It's really important to him. He'd especially always had a thing for sneakers. I remember him attempting to pass on his love of sneakers to me when I was a little girl. All I wanted at the time were pink, Barbie-doll shoes that lit up, but dad made sure I wore Jordans and Nikes. He has around 500 pairs of sneakers now His collection of sneakers originated from his love of them. He'd buy pairs he liked and just keep buying them, displaying them to make sure they didn't fall apart. He has and always will wear the sneakers he collects. Brittany Antoinette Wilson's dad takes care of his sneaker collection. Courtesy of Brittany Antoinette Wilson The number of sneakers grew, filling up every wall in a bedroom when he lived in the Bronx, and now filling the majority of his basement at his house in Connecticut. The bigger the space he had, the more shoes he could buy and display. Now, he has around 500 pairs of sneakers. His collection is estimated to be worth $85,000 to $125,000. Over the years, he's built a business from his sneaker collection. People know if they want a certain sneaker, Nathaniel is the one to go to. He acquires sneakers in different ways This came in handy for me growing up. Whenever my friends wanted a particular type of sneaker, I could tell them my dad could sort it out. It always made me feel special — that I had a dad with this niche skill that my friends wanted access to. If there is a drop of new releases, my dad has so many connections that he can get the sneakers before anyone else. He knows what is coming out, always ahead of the curve. He's waited in lines for days to be at a shoe shop (sometimes just a middle-of-nowhere store, sometimes a well-known one) when they open their doors to sell a new release. I remember on several occasions, he's traveled to different states just for a pair of sneakers. He's used my travels to get sneakers, too. Once I was in Paris, he called. I thought he was checking up on me, but no, he wanted me to get my hands on a pair of shoes he had found. He'll scour the internet and enter lotteries to find a pair of sneakers he wants. There are pairs that can't be found elsewhere, and yet he has managed to get them. He also just collects shoes he likes. Being fashion-conscious (something he is well-known for), Dad knows what looks good before anyone else does. He is what I like to call a taste maker — he makes you realize what looks good before you know it looks good. He'll often put shoes on (ones you think are disgusting), and you suddenly realize you want them. His fashion sense is unique, and he's known for it in the New York City streetwear community. He taught me to take care of my things Growing up the oldest daughter of an avid collector, I've learned lessons I might not have otherwise. Dad taught me to take care of my things and to make them last. Every single thing he collects is kept as a memento in what feels like a museum. He preserves things meticulously so they don't break, deteriorate, or lose their value. Courtesy of Brittany Antoinette Wilson He also just appreciates beautiful things, in particular, fashion. I know that my love of fashion is from him, connecting me to him even though we aren't as close anymore. His sneaker collection and taste in music, food, and fashion are a reminder that my dad and I are father and daughter — that we are more alike than we realize. I'm a tastemaker because of him; I've learned the art of curation from him. Now, I just need him to source me a pair of Nike Air Rifts that I've been requesting for the past two years. Read the original article on Business Insider

<p>For anyone who has been (inadvisably) taking my <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/pelican-riding-a-bicycle/">pelican riding a bicycle benchmark</a> seriously as a robust way to test models, here are pelicans from this morning's two big model releases - <a href="https://qwen.ai/blog?id=qwen3.6-35b-a3b">Qwen3.6-35B-A3B from Alibaba</a> and <a href="https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-opus-4-7">Claude Opus 4.7 from Anthropic</a>.</p> <p>Here's the Qwen 3.6 pelican, generated using <a href="https://huggingface.co/unsloth/Qwen3.6-35B-A3B-GGUF/blob/main/Qwen3.6-35B-A3B-UD-Q4_K_S.gguf">this 20.9GB Qwen3.6-35B-A3B-UD-Q4_K_S.gguf</a> quantized model by Unsloth, running on my MacBook Pro M5 via <a href="https://lmstudio.ai/">LM Studio</a> (and the <a href="https://github.com/agustif/llm-lmstudio">llm-lmstudio</a> plugin) - <a href="https://gist.github.com/simonw/4389d355d8e162bc6e4547da214f7dd2">transcript here</a>:</p> <p><img src="https://static.simonwillison.net/static/2026/Qwen3.6-35B-A3B-UD-Q4_K_S-pelican.png" alt="The bicycle frame is the correct shape. There are clouds in the sky. The pelican has a dorky looking pouch. A caption on the ground reads Pelican on a Bicycle!" style="max-width: 100%;" /></p> <p>And here's one I got from Anthropic's <a href="https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-opus-4-7">brand new Claude Opus 4.7</a> (<a href="https://gist.github.com/simonw/afcb19addf3f38eb1996e1ebe749c118">transcript</a>):</p> <p><img src="https://static.simonwillison.net/static/2026/opus-4.7-pelican.png" alt="The bicycle frame is entirely the wrong shape. No clouds, a yellow sun. The pelican is looking behind itself, and has a less pronounced pouch than I would like." style="max-width: 100%;" /></p> <p>I'm giving this one to Qwen 3.6. Opus managed to mess up the bicycle frame!</p> <p>I tried Opus a second time passing <code>thinking_level: max</code>. It didn't do much better (<a href="https://gist.github.com/simonw/7566e04a81accfb9affda83451c0f363">transcript</a>):</p> <p><img src="https://static.simonwillison.net/static/2026/opus-4.7-pelican-max.png" alt="The bicycle frame is entirely the wrong shape but in a different way. Lines are more bold. Pelican looks a bit more like a pelican." style="max-width: 100%;" /></p> <h4 id="i-dont-think-qwen-are-cheating">I don't think Qwen are cheating</h4> <p>A lot of people are <a href="https://simonwillison.net/2025/Nov/13/training-for-pelicans-riding-bicycles/">convinced that the labs train for my stupid benchmark</a>. I don't think they do, but honestly this result did give me a little glint of suspicion. So I'm burning one of my secret backup tests - here's what I got from Qwen3.6-35B-A3B and Opus 4.7 for "Generate an SVG of a flamingo riding a unicycle":</p> <div style="display: flex; gap: 4px;"> <figure style="flex: 1; text-align: center; margin: 0;"> <figcaption style="margin-bottom: 1em">Qwen3.6-35B-A3B<br />(<a href="https://gist.github.com/simonw/f1d1ff01c34dda5fdedf684cfc430d92">transcript</a>)</figcaption> <img src="https://static.simonwillison.net/static/2026/qwen-flamingo.png" alt="The unicycle spokes are a too long. The pelican has sunglasses, a bowtie and appears to be smoking a cigarette. It has two heart emoji surrounding the caption Flamingo on a Unicycle. It has a lot of charisma." style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;" /> </figure> <figure style="flex: 1; text-align: center; margin: 0;"> <figcaption style="margin-bottom: 1em">Opus 4.7<br />(<a href="https://gist.github.com/simonw/35121ad5dcf23bf860397a103ae88d50">transcript</a>)</figcaption> <img src="https://static.simonwillison.net/static/2026/opus-flamingo.png" alt="The unicycle has a black wheel. The flamingo is a competent if slightly dull vector illustration of a flamingo. It has no flair." style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;" /> </figure> </div> <p>I'm giving this one to Qwen too, partly for the excellent <code>&lt;!-- Sunglasses on flamingo! --&gt;</code> SVG comment.</p> <h4 id="what-can-we-learn-from-this-">What can we learn from this?</h4> <p>The pelican benchmark has always been meant as a joke - it's mainly a statement on how obtuse and absurd the task of comparing these models is.</p> <p>The weird thing about that joke is that, for the most part, there has been a direct correlation between the quality of the pelicans produced and the general usefulness of the models. Those <a href="https://simonwillison.net/2024/Oct/25/pelicans-on-a-bicycle/">first pelicans from October 2024</a> were junk. The <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/pelican-riding-a-bicycle/">more recent entries</a> have generally been much, much better - to the point that Gemini 3.1 Pro produces <a href="https://simonwillison.net/2026/Feb/19/gemini-31-pro/">illustrations you could actually use somewhere</a>, provided you had a pressing need to illustrate a pelican riding a bicycle.</p> <p>Today, even that loose connection to utility has been broken. I have enormous respect for Qwen, but I very much doubt that a 21GB quantized version of their latest model is more powerful or useful than Anthropic's latest proprietary release.</p> <p>If the thing you need is an SVG illustration of a pelican riding a bicycle though, right now Qwen3.6-35B-A3B running on a laptop is a better bet than Opus 4.7!</p> <p>Tags: <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/ai">ai</a>, <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/generative-ai">generative-ai</a>, <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/local-llms">local-llms</a>, <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/llms">llms</a>, <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/anthropic">anthropic</a>, <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/claude">claude</a>, <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/qwen">qwen</a>, <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/pelican-riding-a-bicycle">pelican-riding-a-bicycle</a>, <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/llm-release">llm-release</a>, <a href="https://simonwillison.net/tags/lm-studio">lm-studio</a></p>

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Business Insider's reporter took a solo cruise on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas. Joey Hadden/Business Insider I took my first cruise solo on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas. My trip was full of surprises, from the price of the room to the best way to meet people. Excursions were more social than I expected, and people kept asking me where my parents were. I'd traveled long distances solo by plane and train — so why not try cruising alone? In April 2022, I went on my first cruise by myself. During my seven-night solo voyage on board Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, my ship sailed to Roatán, Honduras; Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico; and Royal Caribbean's own private island in the Bahamas. As a longtime solo traveler and first-time cruiser, a few things surprised me about cruising alone. From booking the trip to setting sail, here's what I didn't expect. When booking my cruise, I was surprised to find that the room rate was higher for just one person than for two. Joey Hadden/Business Insider Because most cruise ship staterooms are meant to hold at least two people, booking a room by yourself often means you still have to pay higher prices. Some cruise ships have solo cabins for just one person, but mine didn't.  When I booked my cruise, the listed rates for my ship were per person, not per room. But when switching between one and two guests in my search, the cost per person doubled when I had just one person selected. This is known as paying a "single supplement," as it helps the cruise line make up for the revenue it would have generated from having a second person on board. For $2,000, I got an ocean-view stateroom to myself. It would have cost about half the price per person if I had brought someone with me. It was easier to meet people on the ship than I expected it would be as a solo traveler. Joey Hadden/Business Insider As someone who is typically shy around new people, I was surprised by how easy it was to talk to other travelers on the ship. Couples, families, and other solo cruisers seemed open to chatting and sharing their experiences with me around the pool decks and at various eateries and common spaces. After all, we had at least one thing in common — being on this epic vacation.  I thought I'd have a hard time navigating the ports to find my excursion groups, but since I booked through the cruise line, there were so many signs and directions that made it easy. Joey Hadden/Business Insider At each cruise port, passengers may disembark to spend their time as they wish. They might sightsee independently, take a taxi to a beach, link up with a local tour guide, or join an official cruise-line excursion. I joined a cruise-line excursion at every port and was nervous about finding my group amid the large crowds. However, I was given clear directions on where to meet my group each time, and there were so many posted signs that it was easy.  I figured that since I was a solo traveler, I'd experience the ports alone, but I found that many people on excursions were looking to meet new people. It made making friends easy. Joey Hadden/Business Insider I found that excursions were the easiest way to meet people on the ship. With group activities like hiking and plenty of downtime on bus rides to and from the tour locations, I spent most of my time socializing. On a guided hike in Roatán, Honduras, I met couples, families, and one other solo traveler. But I was shocked to be mistaken for a child every time I entered or exited the ship. The author at a cruise port. Joey Hadden/Business Insider "Where are your parents?" was a question I had to answer nearly every day of my cruise. Cruise-line workers were quick to assume that I was a lost child rather than a solo cruiser each time I entered and exited the ship. This could be because I look young (in my opinion), but it also made me think that solo cruising might be less common at 26, my age at the time. Even as a single person on the world's largest cruise ship, it can be hard to find a chair on the pool deck after noon. A crowded pool deck on the ship. Joey Hadden/Business Insider Wonder of the Seas is one of the largest cruise ships in the world, so I thought that it would be pretty easy to find a single pool chair on the ship at any time. But by midday, most of the chairs were occupied or covered with towels. While saving chairs with towels wasn't allowed on my ship, I didn't see the rule enforced, so I had to arrive early to secure a good spot.  While I thought my first cruise was still enjoyable alone, if I were to take another one, I'd prefer to bring a buddy. Joey Hadden/Business Insider Despite the social activities and friendly cruisers who loved to chat with random strangers like me, I still found myself feeling lonely on the ship. I longed to have a conversation with someone who knew me or to share my experiences in new places with a loved one. Being surrounded by so many families and groups of friends made me wish I could be with mine. If I cruise again, I'll definitely bring my own crew. Read the original article on Business Insider

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From century-old steakhouses to more laid-back local gems, these are the best steakhouses in every state. Golden Steer Steakhouse Las Vegas/Yelp Steakhouses across the country are famous for their tender cuts and mouthwatering sides. Golden Steer in Las Vegas and Peter Luger in New York are among the most famous steakhouses. We identified iconic steakhouses based on their longevity, reputation, recognition, and local history. Steakhouses nationwide are famous for serving perfectly seared steaks, classic sides, and timeless dining experiences that have drawn loyal customers for generations. While there's bound to be some debate about which steakhouse is the most famous in every state, we picked the most iconic steakhouse based on customer reviews, local history, longevity, and cultural significance. From legendary institutions like Peter Luger Steakhouse in New York, which dates back to 1887, to historic Western spots like the Buckhorn Exchange in Denver, which opened in 1893, these are the most iconic and enduring steakhouses in every state. ALABAMA: The Bright Star Restaurant in Bessemer Bright Star Restaurant. Travis H./Yelp The Bright Star Restaurant, founded in 1907, is one of Alabama's oldest restaurants and a landmark in the historic mining town of Bessemer. The James Beard Award-winning institution is known for its Greek-influenced steakhouse menu, especially its famous broiled snapper and tender steaks, all served in a grand, old-world dining room. ALASKA: Club Paris in Anchorage Club Paris. Anne L./Yelp Club Paris was established in Anchorage in 1957, making it the city's oldest steakhouse. Known for its old-school steakhouse atmosphere, you can't go wrong with ordering one of Club Paris' hand-cut steaks — especially the filet mignon — along with generous sides that have earned the restaurant a loyal local following. ARIZONA: Durant's Steakhouse in Phoenix Durant's. Janelle N./Yelp Durant's Steakhouse opened in 1950 and remains one of Phoenix's most iconic old-school dining spots. The classic steakhouse is known for its dim lighting, red leather booths, and signature cuts like prime rib and New York strip. ARKANSAS: Doe's Eat Place in Little Rock Doe's Eat Place. Yu L./Yelp Doe's Eat Place dates back to 1941 and began as a small grocery store before evolving into a legendary Southern steakhouse. It's famous for massive porterhouse steaks served family-style, along with hot tamales, a nod to its Delta roots that have been on the menu since the restaurant's opening. CALIFORNIA: Musso & Frank Grill in Hollywood Musso & Frank Grill. Sam S./Yelp Musso & Frank Grill, established in 1919, is Hollywood's oldest restaurant and a longtime hangout for writers, actors, and filmmakers. The iconic steakhouse is known for classic martinis and perfectly cooked steaks, all served in a preserved dining room that will practically transport you back to Old Hollywood. COLORADO: The Buckhorn Exchange in Denver Buckhorn Exchange. Vivi Z./Yelp The Buckhorn Exchange, opened in 1893, is Denver's oldest restaurant and one of the most historic steakhouses in the country. The Wild West landmark is famous for its classic game meats, including elk and bison steaks, as well as its museum-like interior filled with taxidermy and artifacts from the frontier age. CONNECTICUT: Joseph's Steakhouse in Bridgeport Joseph's Steakhouse. Stephen S./Yelp Known around town as an "old school" local gem, Joseph's Steakhouse has been a Connecticut favorite since 2000 and takes inspiration from classic New York steakhouses. The upscale restaurant serves dry-aged porterhouse steaks, sizzling plates, classic sides, and an extensive wine list in an elegant setting. DELAWARE: Snuff Mill in Wilmington Snuff Mill. Aneesha M./Yelp Named the best steakhouse in the state by Tasting Table, Snuff Mill is a modern steakhouse, with its own butchery, inside Wilmington's Independence Mall. The stylish restaurant, which has a farm-to-table approach, is known for premium cuts of steak, creative sides, and a menu built on local ingredients. FLORIDA: Bern's Steak House in Tampa Bern's Steak House. Jean O./Yelp While it's not technically the oldest steakhouse in the state — Okeechobee Steakhouse in West Palm Beach has Bern's beat by about 10 years — Bern's Steak House is regarded as the most iconic steakhouse in Florida. Famous for its curated selection of prime and dry-aged steaks and for having one of the largest wine collections in the world, Bern's offers an elegant environment where guests can top off their meal in the upstairs dessert room with a hearty serving of traditional bananas Foster or baked Alaska. GEORGIA: Bones Restaurant in Atlanta Bones. Vyvy T./Yelp Bones Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Atlanta's dining scene since 1979 and has been named the city's best steakhouse for over 18 consecutive years by Atlanta Magazine. In 2024, Bones was also recognized by OpenTable as the top steakhouse in the country. The upscale steakhouse is renowned for its aged steaks, especially its ribeye and filet, as well as its award-winning wine list and impeccable service. HAWAII: Hy's Steak House in Waikiki Hy's Steak House. Priscilla T./Yelp Hy's Steak House has been a Waikiki institution since 1976, bringing classic steakhouse traditions to Honolulu. Blending entertainment with crowd-pleasing cuisine, the elegant restaurant is known for USDA Prime steaks cooked over kiawe wood and tableside preparations of classic sides such as Caesar salad. IDAHO: The Stagecoach Inn in Boise Stagecoach Inn. Longitude D./Yelp The Stagecoach Inn has been serving Boise since 1959 and remains one of the city's most iconic steakhouses. The rustic restaurant is known for its hearty prime rib and ribeye steaks, as well as its Western-themed atmosphere that reflects Idaho's ranching heritage. ILLINOIS: Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse in Chicago Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse. Trinh T./Yelp Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse, opened in 1989, is one of Chicago's most famous steakhouses and a pioneer of USDA Prime Angus beef. A classic American steakhouse, this Chicago institution is as famous for its wedge salad, lobster bisque, chocolate cake, and crab cakes as it is for its prime cuts of steak. INDIANA: St. Elmo Steak House in Indianapolis St. Elmo Steak House. Stacey E./Yelp St. Elmo Steak House, founded in 1902, is one of the oldest steakhouses in the United States. The Indianapolis icon is best known for its fiery shrimp cocktail — famous for its "sinus-clearing" horseradish cocktail sauce — along with classic steaks and an old-school dining experience. IOWA: Northwestern Steakhouse in Mason City Northwestern Steakhouse. Will F./Yelp Founded by Greek immigrants, Northwestern Steakhouse has been a Mason City institution since the 1920s. The unique steakhouse is known for its signature method of cooking steaks in butter and serving them with simple sides like spaghetti, creating a distinct regional tradition. KANSAS: The Golden Ox in Kansas City Golden Ox. Michael C./Yelp The Golden Ox opened in Kansas City in 1949 and has been a cultural institution ever since. The restaurant claims to be the birthplace of the Kansas City strip steak. Other popular menu items include the wedge salad, lobster mac and cheese, and oysters Rockefeller. KENTUCKY: Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse in Louisville Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse. Paul A./Yelp Founded by restaurateur Jeff Ruby, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse is one of Kentucky's most glamorous dining destinations. In addition to Louisville, the steakhouse has locations in Lexington, Nashville, Cincinnati, and Columbus, Ohio. As well as classic cuts of USDA Prime steaks, the restaurant is known for its expansive sushi menu and over-the-top service, which have made it a destination for celebrities like Guy Fieri, Jack Harlow, and Serena Williams. LOUISIANA: Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse in New Orleans Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse. Melissa P./Yelp Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse opened in 1998 and continues the legacy of one of New Orleans' most famous restaurant families. The French Quarter institution is known for its dry-aged steaks alongside Creole-inspired classics like turtle soup and oysters. MAINE: The Steakhouse in Wells The Steakhouse. Michelle S./Yelp While less fancy than other restaurants on this list, The Steakhouse in Wells is a longtime local favorite known for its classic, no-frills approach to steakhouse dining. The restaurant draws loyal crowds for hand-cut steaks, prime rib, fries, and baked potatoes, all served in a relaxed setting popular with locals and summer visitors. MARYLAND: The Prime Rib in Baltimore The Prime Rib. Diandra L./Yelp The Prime Rib has been a Baltimore institution since 1965, beloved for its old-school elegance, live jazz, and tuxedo-wearing waiters. The iconic restaurant is best known for its perfectly cooked prime rib, served with classic sides like mashed potatoes and vegetables. MASSACHUSETTS: Frank's Steak House in North Cambridge Frank's Steak House. Joe L./Yelp Frank's Steak House has been serving the Cambridge area since 1938, making it one of New England's oldest steakhouses. The old-school favorite is known for its low-key charm, affordable steaks, and classic sides, offering a nostalgic dining experience that has changed very little over the decades. MICHIGAN: London Chop House in Detroit The London Chop House. Nadia B./Yelp The London Chop House, originally opened in 1938, is one of Detroit's most storied dining destinations. The legendary steakhouse is known for premium cuts like filet and porterhouse, with a distinctly British feel thanks to its accompanying cigar lounge. MINNESOTA: Manny's Steakhouse in Minneapolis Manny's Steakhouse. Michael M./Yelp Manny's Steakhouse is one of Minneapolis' most celebrated dining spots, known for its over-the-top steakhouse experience. The restaurant is famous for massive, dry-aged cuts of beef, including enormous ribeyes and porterhouses. MISSISSIPPI: The Enid Depot in Enid The Enid Depot. The Enid Depot/Yelp The Enid Depot is an out-of-the-box steakhouse set inside a historic train depot in the Mississippi Delta. Named the best steakhouse in Mississippi in 2025 by the Mississippi Beef Council and the Mississippi Cattlemen's Association, the restaurant is known for its steaks and Southern-inspired sides, along with a rustic setting that reflects the region's history. MISSOURI: Kreis' Steakhouse & Bar in Frontenac Kreis' Steakhouse. Rick F./Yelp Kreis' Steakhouse & Bar has been a St. Louis-area staple since 1948, known for its classic steakhouse cuts and sides. The restaurant is especially famous for its prime rib, slow-roasted and carved tableside, along with an old-school atmosphere and attentive service. MONTANA: Lolo Creek Steakhouse in Missoula Lolo Creek Steakhouse. Brad M./Yelp Lolo Creek Steakhouse is a Montana favorite with a rustic, ranch-style dining experience. The spot is best known for its grill-your-own steak concept, where guests cook cuts like ribeye and sirloin over an open flame. NEBRASKA: Johnny's Cafe in Omaha Johnny's Cafe. Coburn S./Yelp Johnny's Cafe dates back to 1922 and is one of Omaha's most historic steakhouses. In February, it was named a James Beard America's Classics restaurant, an honor that recognizes "institutions that reflect local character" and "serve as an enduring anchor for their communities," according to the James Beard Foundation. The steakhouse, found next to the historic Omaha Stockyards, is known for Omaha beef, prime rib, and its vintage dining rooms. NEVADA: The Golden Steer Steakhouse in Las Vegas Golden Steer Steakhouse Las Vegas. Jay B./Yelp The Golden Steer Steakhouse, opened in 1958, is one of Las Vegas' most legendary dining spots and arguably the most famous steakhouse in the entire country. The pricey Rat Pack-era restaurant is known for its tableside Caesar salad, prime rib, and for having served icons like Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley. NEW HAMPSHIRE: Hanover Street Chophouse in Manchester Hanover Street Chophouse. Amber C./Yelp Hanover Street Chophouse is a modern classic in Manchester, known for its upscale take on the traditional steakhouse. It opened in 2005. The restaurant is known for expertly prepared steaks, fresh seafood, and elegant touches like live jazz, making it a local go-to for special occasions. NEW JERSEY: Knife and Fork Inn in Atlantic City Knife & Fork Inn. Justin S./Yelp The Knife and Fork Inn, opened in 1912, is one of Atlantic City's most historic restaurants. The iconic steakhouse is known for its classic cuts, seafood dishes, and storied past, which includes ties to Prohibition-era figures and politicians. NEW MEXICO: Monte Carlo Steak House in Albuquerque Monte Carlo Steak House. Jeremy T./Yelp Monte Carlo Steak House has been a local favorite for decades, operating out of a former liquor store in Albuquerque. It's known for affordable, well-cooked steaks, generous portions, family-style house salad, and its quirky, old-school charm. NEW YORK: Peter Luger Steakhouse in Brooklyn Peter Luger. Genie B./Yelp Peter Luger Steakhouse, established in 1887, is one of the most famous steakhouses in the United States. And, though it may have lost its Michelin star in 2022, the New York mainstay is still a favorite among locals and tourists. The Brooklyn institution is known for its dry-aged porterhouse steaks, no-nonsense service, and signature sides like creamed spinach and thick-cut bacon. NORTH CAROLINA: Angus Barn in Raleigh The Angus Barn. Cheryl K./Yelp The Angus Barn, opened in 1960, is one of North Carolina's most iconic restaurants, set in a rustic barn-style building that goes all out for Christmas with its festive decorations. In addition to its unique atmosphere, the destination steakhouse is known for its prime rib and extensive wine cellar. NORTH DAKOTA: Jack's Steakhouse & Seafood in Bismarck Jack's Steakhouse & Seafood. Stephen S./Yelp Jack's Steakhouse & Seafood is a longtime Bismarck favorite known for its classic steakhouse offerings. The busy, family-friendly restaurant draws locals for hand-cut steaks, seafood dishes, simple sides, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. OHIO: The Pine Club in Dayton The Pine Club. Aj W./Yelp The Pine Club, established in 1947, is one of Ohio's most legendary steakhouses. The cash-only institution has a strict no-reservations policy — even George H.W. Bush famously had to wait for a table during a campaign stop in 1988. It's also known for its perfectly cooked steaks and generous portions that have remained unchanged for decades. OKLAHOMA: Cattlemen's Steakhouse in Oklahoma City Cattlemen's Steakhouse. Alex W./Yelp Cattlemen's Steakhouse, founded in 1910, is one of the oldest continuously operating restaurants in Oklahoma and a cornerstone of the historic Stockyards City. The iconic steakhouse is known for its T-bone steaks, lamb fries, and cowboy roots, and has served ranchers and visitors for more than a century. OREGON: Cowboy Dinner Tree in Silver Lake Cowboy Dinner Tree. Cat N./Yelp Cowboy Dinner Tree offers a truly unique, Old West dining experience in rural Oregon. The remote destination is famous for its massive, pre-ordered steaks and whole roasted chickens, served in a rustic lodge that feels like stepping back in time. PENNSYLVANIA: Oldestone Steakhouse in New Hope Oldestone Steakhouse. Bob W./Yelp Oldestone Steakhouse is housed inside a restored and renovated church overlooking the Delaware River in New Hope. The atmospheric restaurant is known for premium steaks and fresh seafood, as well as its unique ambiance and white tablecloth service. RHODE ISLAND: The White Horse Tavern in Newport White Horse Tavern. Nico Samniel S./Yelp The White Horse Tavern in Newport, established in 1673, is widely considered the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the United States. While not a traditional steakhouse, the historic tavern serves hearty classic fare, including steaks, in a cozy, colonial-era setting that offers a rare glimpse into early American dining. SOUTH CAROLINA: Halls Chophouse in Charleston Halls Chophouse. Dalton S./Yelp Halls Chophouse has become one of Charleston's most celebrated steakhouses, known for its USDA Prime steaks, attentive tableside service, and its lively dining room, where owners are often seen personally greeting guests. The most popular items on the menu include classics like prime rib and filet mignon, as well as local favorites like she crab soup and creamed corn. SOUTH DAKOTA: Morrie's Steakhouse in Sioux Falls Morrie's Steakhouse. Rickie R./Yelp Morrie's Steakhouse is a modern classic in Sioux Falls, known for elevating the traditional steakhouse experience in the region. The restaurant is known for its steaks, fresh seafood, including creamy lobster mashed potatoes, and an extensive wine and cocktail list. TENNESSEE: Folk's Folly in Memphis Folks Folly Prime Steakhouse. Angie W./Yelp Folk's Folly has been a Memphis institution since 1977, founded by Humphrey Folk as a classic neighborhood steakhouse. The longtime favorite is known for hand-cut steaks, signature prime rib, and its welcoming, family-run atmosphere that has kept locals coming back for decades. TEXAS: The Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo The Big Texan Steak Ranch. MyMy T./Yelp The Big Texan Steak Ranch, which opened in 1960 along Route 66, is one of the most famous steakhouses in America. Far from white-glove service, the Western-themed destination is best known for its legendary 72-ounce steak challenge, massive portions, and a kitschy, tourist-friendly atmosphere. UTAH: Maddox Ranch House in Perry Maddox Ranch House. Kristy M./Yelp Originally founded as a small roadside café, Maddox Ranch House has been serving Utah locals and tourists since 1949. The longtime favorite is known for its ranch-style meals, including steaks and fried chicken, as well as its famous homemade rolls and raspberry butter. The restaurant has a rustic, family-friendly setting, as well as a drive-in for faster service. VERMONT: E.B. Strong's Prime Steakhouse in Burlington EB Strong's. Glenn H./Yelp Established in 2012 as the state's first USDA Prime steakhouse, E.B. Strong's Prime Steakhouse offers an upscale dining experience in downtown Burlington. The restaurant is known for high-quality cuts like filet mignon and ribeye, as well as classic steakhouse favorites like shrimp cocktail, wedge salad, and pork chops. VIRGINIA: Piedmont Steakhouse in Culpeper Piedmont Steak House. Joseph S./Yelp Piedmont Steakhouse is known for its hand-cut steaks and locally sourced ingredients, served in a cozy, relaxed setting that reflects the region's growing food scene. Housed inside a historic 1890s brick-lined building, the restaurant perfectly melds modern dining with a touch of local history. WASHINGTON: The Metropolitan Grill in Seattle Metropolitan Grill. Metropolitan Grill/Yelp The Metropolitan Grill has been a Seattle institution since 1983. It's located inside the historic Marion Building, which dates back to the early 1900s. The classic steakhouse is known for its dry-aged steaks, especially the bone-in ribeye, along with tableside service and an old-school yet buzzy atmosphere. WEST VIRGINIA: The Wonder Bar Steakhouse in Clarksburg The Wonder Bar Steakhouse. The Wonder Bar Steakhouse/Yelp West Virginia is apparently for lovers. Opened on Valentine's Day in 1946, The Wonder Bar Steakhouse has been a Clarksburg favorite for decades, known for its welcoming, neighborhood feel. The restaurant is famous for its steaks and classic Italian-American dishes. WISCONSIN: Five O'Clock Steakhouse in Milwaukee Five O'Clock Steakhouse. Jenna P./Yelp Five O'Clock Steakhouse dates back to 1946 and is a quintessential old-school, family-owned supper club. The dimly lit spot is known for its intimate atmosphere, classic cocktails, tuxedoed waiters, and decadent steaks. WYOMING: Miners & Stockmen's in Hartville Miners & Stockmen's Steakhouse & Spirits. Christie L./Yelp Miners & Stockmen's Steakhouse, established in 1862, is the oldest bar in Wyoming and a true Old West relic. Patrons can choose from a long list of wines or 35 types of whiskey to accompany the steakhouse's classic New York strip steak, wedge salad, and truffle garlic mashed potatoes. Read the original article on Business Insider

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the US would regret a world where it only dominates closed-source AI models David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang offered a fiery defense of his push to sell chips in China. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei previously wrote that such sales were like selling nukes to North Korea. Huang said the US doesn't want a world where its tech stack is used only for closed-source models. There's one subject Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei will likely never agree on. Huang, who has repeatedly defended his belief that US companies should be able to sell advanced chips in China, didn't take kindly to Amodei comparing such sales to "selling nuclear weapons to North Korea and then bragging that the missile casings are made by Boeing" in a recent essay. When tech podcaster Dwarkesh Patel mentioned Amodei's quote during a recent episode of the "Dwarkesh Podcast," Huang immediately pushed back. "Comparing AI to anything that you just mentioned is lunacy," Huang said. Amodei is one of the most outspoken opponents in the AI and tech industry against the position that the US should sell advanced chips in China in hopes of getting companies reliant on the US tech stack. Huang has previously said the Chinese sales could account for $50 billion a year for Nvidia. The Anthropic CEO has said such sales would give China a leg up that it doesn't need. "China is several years behind the US in their ability to produce frontier chips in quantity, and the critical period for building the country of geniuses in a datacenter is very likely to be within those next several years," Amodei wrote in his essay "The Adolescence of Technology," published in January. "There is no reason to give a giant boost to their AI industry during this critical period." Huang became more defiant when Patel pushed Amodei's argument further by comparing AI compute to enriched uranium, a key component of a nuclear weapon. "We're not enriched uranium. It's a chip, and it's a chip that they can make themselves," Huang said. Amodei did not mention Nvidia or Huang by name in his January essay, but it was clear who he was writing about, given the Nvidia CEO's persistent lobbying. The pair have clashed before, but tensions seemed to be improving after Nvidia announced in November that it could invest up to $10 billion in Anthropic as part of a partnership between Nvidia, Anthropic, and Microsoft. Ultimately, Huang said, the arguments call for the US to concede "the second largest market in the world for no good reason at all." The Nvidia CEO said he's concerned about a world where closed-source models are dominant in the US but open-source models, which are extremely popular in China, have their own space. "It would be extremely foolish to create two ecosystems: the open source ecosystem, and it only runs on a foreign tech stack, and a closed ecosystem that runs on the American tech stack," Huang said. "I think that would be a horrible outcome for the United States." Huang successfully pushed the Trump administration to allow sales of H-200 chips, an older generation, in China, a reversal of Biden-era restrictions on such business due to national security concerns, provided that the US government receives a 25% cut of any sales. Nvidia CFO Colette Kress told analysts in February that the chipmaker had "yet to generate any revenue" from H-200 sales in China. The Financial Times previously reported that a US security review had slowed down final approval. Read the original article on Business Insider

Some student-loan borrowers could qualify for an exception to President Donald Trump's repayment overhaul. Alex Wong/Getty Images Trump's student-loan repayment overhaul will go into effect in July. The changes include new borrowing caps for students and parents. Some borrowers may qualify for an exception to the new limits if they meet certain requirements. Major student-loan changes are coming, including new caps on borrowing. Some people might not face them right away. On July 1, the repayment changes in President Donald Trump's "big beautiful" spending legislation will take effect. The changes include a new income-driven repayment plan, ending a program that allows graduate students to borrow the full cost of attendance, and introducing new borrowing caps for advanced degrees. While some provisions will be phased in by 2028, others, like the new borrowing caps, will be implemented this summer. However, some borrowers may qualify for an exception. According to Federal Student Aid, borrowers who meet the following requirements will be able to retain the loan limits that existed prior to July 1: You were enrolled in a program of study as of June 30, 2026 You received at least one direct federal loan, or your parent received a parent PLUS loan, for that program of study prior to July 1, 2026 And you are enrolled at the same institution and pursuing the same credential after July 1, 2026, meaning that if you are in a bachelor's degree program, you cannot switch to an associate degree program to maintain the loan limit exception. Borrowers who qualify for the exception will retain it for either three academic years or the difference between the expected length of the program and the amount the borrower has already completed, whichever is shorter. The Trump administration has said the repayment overhaul is intended to simplify a complicated repayment system and curb excessive borrowing, for example with the new caps. Advocates and Democratic lawmakers have warned that the looming repayment changes could financially strain borrowers. In addition to the new loan limits, the Trump administration also eliminated the SAVE repayment plan, created by former President Joe Biden to give borrowers cheaper monthly payments and a shorter timeline to loan forgiveness. In July, the 7 million borrowers enrolled in SAVE will begin learning details of their 90-day timeframe to switch to a new repayment plan and face higher monthly payments, some to the tune of hundreds of dollars more. Have a story to share about student loans? Reach out to this reporter at asheffey@businessinsider.com. Read the original article on Business Insider

US Navy destroyers are at the center of the Pentagon's blockade of Iranian ports. US Central Command The US Navy has committed more than a dozen warships to enforcing its blockade of Iranian ports. At the center of these efforts is a number of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers. The top US general on Thursday called them the "backbone" of the Navy's surface fleet. US Navy guided-missile destroyers are playing a central role in the military blockade of Iranian ports, alongside a diverse mix of American warships and combat aircraft. Speaking at the Pentagon on Thursday, the top US general said the Navy's Arleigh Burke-class destroyers are the "backbone" of the surface fleet and singled out their role in the blockade. "It is the sports car of the United States Navy," Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told reporters. Arleigh Burke-class destroyers, crewed by around 300 sailors, are packed with firepower, including nearly 100 vertical launch cells for a mix of air-defense and strike missiles. They also field deck guns for surface threats and embark combat helicopters, giving them the ability to track, target, and engage threats across air and sea. "Far and away, the most important weapon on board these ships is the American sailor," Caine said, adding later that the destroyers are "run by the youngest sailors in our surface warfare navy." The helmsmen, tasked with steering the warships, may be as young as 18, he said. The Pentagon has not disclosed the specific number of destroyers involved in the ongoing blockade, but it said more than a dozen warships are participating. Among those are the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli, both of which are carrying embarked fighter jets. Navy destroyers are heavily armed with a mix of land-attack and surface-to-air missiles. US Central Command Photo Dozens of surveillance aircraft, refueling planes, and drones are also involved in enforcing the blockade, preventing merchant vessels from entering or leaving Iranian ports and straining Iran's maritime economy. US Central Command, which oversees American military operations in the Middle East, said the destroyer USS Spruance on Tuesday had "successfully redirected" an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel that tried to evade the blockade. CENTCOM said on Thursday that 14 vessels have turned around to comply with the blockade since it began on Monday. US troops have not yet boarded any vessels in the Middle East. Caine said that American forces beyond the region will pursue Iranian-flagged vessels trying to provide "material support" to Tehran, including those carrying sanctioned oil. The naval blockade came after the US and Iran reached a tenuous ceasefire to end more than a month of war. It stands to reduce critical oil revenue, on which Tehran is dependent, and further strain its struggling economy. Shortly before the blockade began on Monday, the US military said it started "setting conditions" for clearing Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz. It sent two destroyers through the strategic waterway last weekend. With the blockade and mine-clearing operations, the US has entered a risky new phase in its war with Iran, which remains armed with fast-attack boats and anti-ship missiles that could threaten American warships involved in the missions. Read the original article on Business Insider