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The Daily Brief: Our May Cover Stars on Styling The Met Gala, Green Day's Signature Slurpee Pop-Up, and more.

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The clouds endured on Friday with highs peaking at 70°, with scattered light rain expected tomorrow, forecasts project that the cloudy conditions will stick around through the weekend and into early next week.

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Our May Cover Stars Wayman + Micah on Styling Icons, Met Gala Dreams, and the Power of Black Dandyism

Celebrity stylists Wayman Bannerman and Micah McDonald—known as Wayman + Micah—reflect on their journey from a chance meeting at a Harlem house party to the pinnacle of fashion at the Met Gala. As they prepare for this year’s event, themed “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” the duo opens up about honoring their roots, traveling in high style, and inspiring the next generation through bold color, vision boards, and cultural pride.

L.A. Landmark ‘The Original Pantry’ Property Hits the Market

Downtown L.A.’s beloved diner, The Original Pantry, has officially shut its doors after more than a century of nonstop service. The 101-year-old establishment—once owned by former Mayor Richard Riordan and designated a Historic-Cultural Monument—was a cultural fixture for generations of Angelenos. Now, the 8,000-square-foot property, located just steps from Crypto Arena, is up for sale with no listed price and offers due by May 23. While the doors have closed, the future of this iconic site remains wide open.

John Reed Fitness to Debut West Hollywood’s First Private Pool This Spring

John Reed Fitness is turning up the heat in West Hollywood with the launch of its first-ever outdoor pool deck, set to open later this May. The luxe addition marks the only private pool in the neighborhood and brings a new level of relaxation and exclusivity to the club’s signature blend of bold design, live DJs, and cutting-edge fitness offerings. Members can expect a uniquely elevated experience at one of L.A.’s most stylish gym destinations.

Green Day and 7-Eleven Team Up for a Punk-Inspired Slurpee and Hollywood Pop-Up

Green Day is bringing a nostalgic brain freeze to L.A. with the debut of their new “Kerplunk Kandy Grape” Slurpee flavor, launched in partnership with 7-Eleven. Named after their 1992 album, the cotton candy-grape drink hits stores just as the band celebrates its star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Fans who grab the Slurpee can head to a limited-time Hollywood speakeasy pop-up this weekend for exclusive merch, giveaways, and custom gear. Slurpee cups double as collectibles, complete with Bluetooth straws and a QR code linking to a curated Green Day playlist.

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