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🦇 Rabies Exposure Alert Underway at Grand Teton Lodge

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Big investors are buying this “unlisted” stock

When the founder who sold his last company to Zillow for $120M starts a new venture, people notice. That’s why the same VCs behind Uber and eBay also backed Pacaso. They made $110M+ in gross profit to date. They even reserved the Nasdaq ticker PCSO. Now, you can join, too.

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✨ Choice Eyes Global Expansion Amid U.S. Slowdown

Choice Hotels is responding to softer U.S. performance by pursuing international growth across Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Recent efforts include adding hotels via partnerships—such as with Strawberry in Scandinavia and SSAW in China—and transitioning to a direct franchise model in Canada to fuel broader global momentum. Read more.

🏰 InterContinental New York Barclay Celebrated as Historic Landmark

The InterContinental New York Barclay, a Midtown Manhattan icon since 1926, has been officially inducted into the Historic Hotels of America program. Designed by Cross & Cross, the hotel is known for its Colonial style architecture and storied history tied to Grand Central’s development. Read more.

🔗 Union Push Intensifies at Buffalo’s Downtown Hotels

Workers at Buffalo’s Hyatt Regency are escalating their unionization drive after the firing of a key organizer. The union alleges intimidation tactics—labeling the termination as a retaliatory act aimed at discouraging organizing efforts in the city’s hotels. Read more.

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🦇 Rabies Exposure Alert Underway at Grand Teton Lodge

Health officials are contacting hundreds of guests who stayed in bat-infested rooms at Jackson Lake Lodge in Grand Teton National Park, warning of potential rabies exposure. Although no bats have tested positive yet, preventative measures and assessments are underway for those at risk. Read more.

🎯 MCR Hotels to Lead $1.8–$2.7B Take-Private Deal for Soho House

MCR Hotels is spearheading the privatization of Soho House in a takeover valued at $1.8 billion (approximately $2.7 billion including debt). The deal offers a 17.8% premium per share and gives existing major shareholders continued involvement while enabling long-term strategic focus away from public markets. Read more.

🚀 Scandic Launches First Go Hotel in Oslo by 2026

Scandic Hotels is bringing its Go concept to Norway by converting the Scandic Grensen in Oslo to the country’s first Scandic Go, slated for a 2026 opening. The brand emphasizes smart, sustainable, self-service lodging at budget-friendly rates—marking its next step in urban hospitality expansion. Read more.

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