Austin massage parlor shut down due to ‘illicit and illegal practices’

A northwest Austin business suite was shut down May 1 after the property owner was accused of continually allowing illicit ...

Northwest Austin massage business ordered to close for 1 year after reports of 'illicit sexual activity'

Essence Massage eventually closed before a second massage operation opened up. Illegal practices continued to occur at the ...
New York Magazine

Physical Therapists, Masseuses, and a Dancer on the Best Electric Back Massagers

If you don’t have the budget for regular massage treatments — or your partner gets easily bored working out your shoulder knots — an electric back massager is a great stand-in. Whether you’re using a ...
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5 charged after prostitution, money laundering probe at Providence massage parlor

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Five people have been arrested following a monthslong Rhode Island State Police investigation into alleged prostitution and money laundering at a massage parlor in Providence ...
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FBI, state police raid previously investigated spa in Providence

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Multiple law enforcement agencies raided a massage spa in Providence Thursday afternoon. Police raid Smilers Day Spa in Providence on April 16, 2026. The Rhode Island State ...
Philadelphia Mag

The Ultimate Guide to Where to Get a Massage in and Around Philly

There’s no shortage of venues in and around Philadelphia where you can get a variety of massages, whether you’re treating yourself to a full day of indulgence or a 60-minute massage of choice. Here’s ...