Brent Underwood has found a certain kind of gold in a ghost town. Eight years ago, the Austin-based entrepreneur used his life’s savings to buy Cerro Gordo, an abandoned silver-mining town near Lone Pine, California. “I’ve always had a love of history and hospitality,” Underwood told The Post, recalling a childhood spent watching Gunsmoke with his … Read more
The arrival of fresh summer corn at grocery stores and farmers’ markets across the country is reviving a long-running debate: Should shoppers shuck corn before buying it? Shucking corn involves peeling off the outer green husks and removing the corn silk to get to the edible kernels underneath. Some shoppers shuck ears of corn before they buy it … Read more
It may seem like child’s play, but this doc is dead serious. A pediatric operating room surgeon is sounding the alarm of caution to mothers and fathers worldwide, advising the adults against buying e-bikes for their tykes as the outcomes could be fatal. The whistleblower’s words of wisdom, shared virtually with over 16 million viewers, triggered a … Read more
BuzzFeed said Monday media entrepreneur Byron Allen will take over as the digital media company’s next CEO after he entered into a deal to buy a stake of about 52% in the digital media company for $120 million. Shares of BuzzFeed soared about 156% in extended trading. The company has been grappling with a cash crunch as advertisers increasingly shift … Read more
Ore-Ida is tapping into the nostalgia for fun food shapes and shareable food. The potato company is launching its first new Tater Tot shapes in nearly two decades, Dino Tater Tots and Star Tater Tots. Made with the same crispy outside and fluffy inside that fans know and love, the new shapes are permanent additions … Read more
Coca-Cola fans’ love for the fizzy stuff continues to grow — even as the containers it comes in keep whittling down. On Tuesday, the company reported an increase in sales at the start of the year, raking in $12.5 billion over three months and raising shares by 5% — a notable find, considering the simultaneous … Read more
Meet Drug Mule Barbie. A horrified mom found fentanyl in the packaging of a Barbie she picked up at a Midwest discount store — making the dangerous discovery while unboxing the beloved doll to give to their daughter. Jade Adams, of suburban Kansas City, Mo., picked up the innocent-seeming item at Cargo Largo, a bargain retailer … Read more
She said “I do” to the gown. An NYC influencer went viral for buying a wedding dress despite the fact she won’t be walking down the aisle anytime soon — since she doesn’t even have a boyfriend. Shayla Quinn’s playful post, which she captioned, “I might be single AF right now but if a $4,500 wedding dress is marked … Read more
As Americans tighten their wallets, consumers are cutting back on some everyday luxuries — but not coffee. A Dec. 18 report from Placer.ai, an analytics platform, found that coffee chains recorded year-over-year visit growth in 2025, even as restaurants struggled to achieve the same success. The report mentions Scooter’s Coffee, a drive-thru coffee chain headquartered in Nebraska, … Read more
The pandemic changed how Americans think about health — and who they trust to manage it. In the wreckage of lockdowns, millions turned away from doctors and toward influencers. Now, a growing number of wellness creators and everyday people are taking their health — and appearance — into their own hands. Literally. Across TikTok, Telegram … Read more
Forget stocks, bonds or gold — one of the most savvy investments you can make could be a $12,000 handbag. The ultra-rare Hermès Birkin, inspired by the 1960s-era French movie star Jane Birkin, could fetch twice its sticker price on the secondary market within five years, according to experts. Even the Kelly — another tightly … Read more
Some might call it cheap, others call it savvy. One mom has gone viral for revealing that she doesn’t want to go “into debt” when buying Christmas gifts for her four kids this year. You can’t blame her in today’s wild economy. Jade explained in her TikTok video that her family “really wants to go … Read more
Good ol’ pumpkin pie … just like Walmart used to make? To be clear, the buy-everything-here megachain does still bake and sell the classic holiday dessert staple — but that doesn’t mean everyone thinks it necessarily should. Chowhound tasted and ranked six store-bought pumpkin pies, and Walmart bakery’s version finished in dead last. Walmart’s Thanksgiving … Read more
The statements released Wednesday night by Bill Belichick and North Carolina athletic director Bubba Cunningham aren’t convincing many that all is well in Chapel Hill. The pair put out terse statements as rumors swirl about the university already exploring a possible “exit strategy” just five games into Belichick’s tenure, as the 73-year-old coach, whose 24-year-old … Read more
Paranormal property. “The Conjuring” stars Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga weighed in on comedian Matt Rife buying the Connecticut home and museum of their real-life characters, Ed and Lorraine Warren. “I’d love to pick his brain,” Farmiga, 52, told People in an interview published Monday, adding that she saw the real estate news that broke earlier … Read more
Wash — and learn. “The next time you’re using a tumble dryer, take a look at the lint catcher,” materials scientist Joshua Grolman told The Post. “All of this debris is what we breathe in on a daily basis.” Microplastics are ubiquitous, found in everything from toys and cosmetics to cleaning products and clothing. They’re … Read more
America’s elite are increasingly drawn to “golden” visa programs with new opportunities emerging in sunny and desirable locations. The latest countries to be included in the trend are some Caribbean Islands — namely, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, and St. Lucia. The islands offer citizenship-by-investment (CBI) programs, also dubbed “golden passports.” The visa … Read more
With affordability being a top concern for many prospective homebuyers, those worried about a steep price tag might consider investing in a new build. In California, homebuyers could save hundreds of thousands of dollars by building new rather than purchasing an existing property, according to a new LendingTree report. It revealed that, though, on average, new homes … Read more
These are the totems of the cult of Trader Joe’s. Reddit user @Altruistic_Snow6366 asked fans in the Trader Joe’s forum what their “holy grail” items are — and the store’s obsessive shoppers did not disappoint. Trader Joe’s fans have certain items that they swear by. Helayne Seidman In the original post, the user clarified that … Read more
Non-refundable vacations can leave travelers out thousands of dollars. However, buying someone else’s canceled vacation is emerging as a way to travel for less while helping others recoup part of their money. The concept is simple: when illness, emergencies or last-minute changes force people to cancel trips they’ve already paid for, platforms like SpareFare, Roomer, … Read more