Before 2-plus-2 became a matter of opinion, I preferred single-digit numbers as stand-alone numbers. Last week provided witness to several numbered news items of sports business note. 1) Nike stock is in a sustained free fall. While its money and influence — one and the same — remains the lifeblood of ask-no-questions sports and athletes … Read more
They’re one Brigg happy family. Paul and Jeane Briggs already have their hands full with 37 children, but the West Virginia couple say they won’t rule out adopting more. Married since 1976, the couple share five biological children and 32 adopted children, ranging in age from 10 to 47. In a new interview with PEOPLE, … Read more
ESPN’s “Monday Night Football” rotation is getting a significant shakeup. Katie George and Peter Schrager will not return to the sidelines for ESPN’s second NFL broadcast team this season after Molly McGrath was promoted to the role, according to Sports Media Watch. McGrath is moving over to the NFL from college football as ESPN’s lone … Read more
Don’t be surprised if your next Coke or Pepsi comes with something extra on the can. The nation’s biggest beverage companies are quietly adding QR codes to their packaging, allowing shoppers to scan for more information about the ingredients in their drinks. The effort, led by the American Beverage Association, includes brands from the Coca-Cola … Read more
Disney fans who dream of ditching the daytime crowds are about to get their wish. Walt Disney World is quietly giving eligible guests exclusive after-hours access to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this fall — offering a rare chance to hop aboard some of the resort’s biggest attractions long after everyone else has headed for the exits. … Read more
There’s nothing arousing about the trade of Jaylen Brown for Paul George from the Celtics’ perspective. Boston superfan Dave Portnoy admitted that something had to give with the pairing of Brown and superstar Jayson Tatum, but it’s the return that doesn’t have the Barstool founder excited. “I mean, getting back from the Sixers, what’s his … Read more
Check your receipts, because a restaurant might be charging a fee before you even order. A restaurant in Tampa, Florida, recently came under fire after a guest spotted a “venue fee” on her check. The restaurant — RO in Hyde Park — tacked on a 3% fee, a surcharge that was not posted anywhere on … Read more
They’re spending lots on their tots as the weather gets hot. New York City moms and dads aren’t sweating the small stuff this summer. They are, however, sweating bullets over the big tuition fees — some totaling over $30,000 — imposed by Big Apple day camps, as well as aftercare babysitters, for their kiddos. “The … Read more
Campbell’s signature red-and-white soup cans are evolving, as several new soups join the historic brand’s lineup. Campbell’s Condensed Gluten Free Banza Chickpea Pasta and Chicken Soup With gluten-free eating becoming increasingly common among Americans, Campbell’s has partnered with Banza to launch a new gluten-free version of its iconic condensed chicken noodle soup. “The new variety pairs the … Read more
Check your pantries — popular snack mixes have been recalled over potential Salmonella contamination. Several varieties of snack mixes from the brands Fisher, Squirrel Brand, Southern Style Nuts and Target’s popular Good & Gather brand have been voluntarily recalled, according to a recall announcement issued by John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. and published by … Read more
Sleep on a long-haul flight in economy class has always been a fantasy for many travelers. Air New Zealand will soon offer a solution that involves climbing into a triple-tier bunk bed wearing special socks. The airline will soon open bookings for four-hour stints in the Skynest sleep pods and says they will be the first … Read more
Martha Stewart says her cardiologist compared a simple smoothie add-in to “taking Ozempic” — and now she uses it every day. The lifestyle icon revealed on a recent episode of her podcast that her cardiologist recommended beetroot powder, which she described as beneficial for cardiovascular health and weight loss. “You lose weight with it,” Stewart told her guest, … Read more
Meet the worst Times Square interloper since the Elmos invasion — the “limited edition” anchovy-cheese donut at weirdly punctuated I’m donut ? The Japanese bakery chain, which set up its first US store at 154 W. 45th St. last spring, will stop at nothing to get attention from TikTok influencers. The anchovy donut at I’m donut … Read more
If steaming or boiling kale doesn’t appeal to you, new research suggests that drizzling it with oil may help your body absorb far more of its nutrients. Researchers from the University of Missouri said their digestion model showed limited absorption of several carotenoids — nutrients linked to eye, heart, and immune health — when kale was tested … Read more
Adding a banana to your berry smoothie might sound healthy, but new research suggests the popular combo could cancel out some of the fruit’s benefits. Scientists at the University of California, Davis, found that adding a banana to your smoothie could significantly reduce the absorption of the berries’ heart- and brain-boosting compounds by as much as 84%. … Read more
Scott Hanson had a heartfelt message for NFL fans before the first football Sunday of the season. The “NFL RedZone” host addressed the controversy surrounding the program since it was revealed that it will air commercials this year. “I’m the host of the show, I put everything I’ve got into trying to be the best … Read more
Helicopter parenting just got a hardware upgrade. Skechers has launched a new kids’ sneaker line — “Find My Skechers” — with a covert feature that’s raising eyebrows: a hidden compartment under the insole, tailor-made for an Apple AirTag. This unexpected feature allows for “easy tracking and comfort of mind,” the brand’s product page boasts. “Hidden … Read more
Wegmans is looking to the future. The popular grocery store chain is testing AI-powered smart shopping carts in four of its upstate New York locations in a bid to offer consumers a “smarter, more seamless way to shop in-store.” Wegmans announced the launch of Caper Carts, Instacart’s AI-powered smart carts, at its Dewitt location in Syracuse, … Read more
Look what you made him do. President Trump on Friday slammed two of New Jersey’s most famous faces — music icons Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen — as the Garden State dealt with a train strike that left 350,000 commuters scrambling for alternate transportation. Trump speaks to media on Air Force One as he departs … Read more
Touchdown for kick-off! Delta is adding extra flights for college football season this fall. More than 40 flights will be added to the schedule to help fans get to 25 cities to fill stadiums across the country. The flights will be added to the schedule to help fans get to 25 cities to fill stadiums … Read more