The 1960s marked a shift in American cuisine as international dishes gained popularity while the processed and convenience foods of the 1950s remained staples on dinner tables. C. A. Swanson & Sons introduced the frozen TV dinner in 1954, “marketing it as an easy-to-prepare, fun-to-eat meal, with a disposable tray that reduced cleanup time,” the Smithsonian National Museum of … Read more
In 2001, writer Jeff Miller walked into a Massachusetts DMV to transfer his driver’s license and walked out as a convicted felon. At least according to the government. Miller had never been arrested. But as journalist Annie Lowrey explains in her new book, “The Time Tax: How the Government Wastes Our Time — and How … Read more
America: the land of the free (and the home of the brave). The land of opportunity. A nation of immigrants. A country built on life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. A country built on slavery. Democratic. Republican. Once great. Still great. Great again. Never great. United. Divided. Under threat. Stronger than ever. An ideal. A … Read more
It’s National Chicken Wing Day, and fans of one of America’s most iconic foods have reason to celebrate: Wing prices have fallen after years of soaring costs. Wholesale whole wing prices are down from a year ago. There’s also a steady supply available, according to a July market trend report published by Performance Foodservice. It’s likely chicken … Read more
California households shell out an average of $2,838 a month on recurring bills — a staggering $34,056 a year — making it the second-most expensive state in America for household expenses, according to a 2024 snapshot of bill-paying data. Only notoriously pricey Hawaii topped California, with households in the Aloha State coughing up an average … Read more
Two California hotels –– Appellation Healdsburg and Rosewood Miramar Beach –– have claimed the top spots as the best resorts in America. Appellation Healdsburg, launched less than a year ago in Sonoma County, was ranked No. 1 resort in the US in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards, followed by the 5-star oceanfront resort, Rosewood Miramar … Read more
California might not have the world’s friendliest servers, but it did come top among towns in the US. At least that was the verdict rendered by the experts at business insurance firm Money Super Market, who compiled a survey to determine which places have the “friendliest customer service.” A customer pictured at a bodega in … Read more
The pregnancy pangs of labor and delivery don’t compare to the pain-in-the-pockets new parents feel once that hospital bill gets delivered. Giving birth to a little baby costs moms like Allison Kuch big bucks. But the 30-year-old influencer, married to former NFL defensive end Isaac Rochell, 31, didn’t bank on being hit with a $20,000 … Read more
It hit all the high notes. President Trump moved hell and high water to ensure Long Islander opera star Christopher Macchio got his moment to shine in storm-battered DC for the nation’s 250th birthday, the touted tenor told The Post. Macchio, known as “America’s Tenor,” was set to perform on the National Mall on July … Read more
Their ancestors lit the fuse — while today’s generation carries the torch. The Souza family, who have owned and operated one of the nation’s top firework display companies, Pyro Spectaculars, since 1979, is booked and busy for America’s 250th birthday. The prominent five-generation fireworks family from Southern California traces its roots to patriarch Manuel de … Read more
They’re partying like it’s 1776. While most will be celebrating America’s 250th birthday this weekend with sizzling BBQs and firework displays — Jack, 74, and Celeste Sherry, 71, will be donning 18th-century attire, role-playing as Benjamin and Deborah Read Franklin. The West Nyack couple has spent the majority of their 48-year marriage participating in Revolutionary … Read more
Few foods feel more American than the hot dog, a mainstay at ballparks, street carts and Fourth of July barbecues. But to simply call hot dogs “American” is to miss a whole lot of nuance, and potentially offend local connoisseurs across the country. How to prepare and eat a hot dog is a matter of regional … Read more
Dunkin’ is celebrating America’s 250th birthday by offering a limited-edition Dunkin’ eagle cup, designed with a clear base topped with a sculpted eagle lid. “Whether you’re sipping a vibrant Refresher or a classic iced coffee, this collectible turns every drink into a celebration,” Dunkin’ said in a news release. The cup quickly gained traction online. Even before it appeared … Read more
Baby’s first piece of Americana? Millions of newborns arriving during America’s 250th birthday celebration will receive a limited-edition Social Security card featuring a patriotic new design — making one of their very first official government documents a collector’s item. Call it baby’s first red, white and blue keepsake. The commemorative cards, emblazoned with the official … Read more
Disneyland is rolling out the red, white and blue carpets for America’s 250th anniversary. As part of Disney Celebrates America, a company‑wide commemoration of the country’s big birthday, Walt Disney Imagineers have reimagined the beloved Soarin’ attraction in Disney California Adventure with some extra stars and stripes. The innovative ride, which simulates a hang gliding … Read more
America’s 250th birthday is right around the corner — a celebration the country has excitedly been preparing for all year. The last time the U.S. was this excited for a 4th of July celebration was half a century ago, when America celebrated its 200th anniversary of independence. The 1976 Bicentennial is remembered with nostalgia for … Read more
Happy birthday America, sorry your merch sucks. As the Red, White and Blue gears up to celebrate the country’s 250th bithday, shoppers have yet to spot enough patriotic products. A quick Google search and you’ll see that companies like McDonald’s, Old Navy and more have partnered with the World Cup to drop special merch. But … Read more
Your spare change could soon hold a piece of rare history. The US Mint announced it will randomly roll out 250,000 limited-edition 2026 Declaration of Independence quarters. Each will feature a special “July 4th” privy mark to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. The coins will be mixed into circulation and distributed through banks and financial institutions … Read more
As summer temperatures start soaring across California, a new ranking is giving ice cream lovers plenty of excuses to cool off. Yelp has released its list of the 50 most-saved ice cream shops in America — and the Golden State dominated the competition, claiming four of the top five spots. The food review platform analyzed … Read more
The British are coming … to apologize. With the World Cup taking over towns all across the nation, travelers from the UK are getting a taste of the Red, White and Blue. And tons are offering up apologies along the way. Many Brits have acknowledged on social media that their assumptions about the US were … Read more