American Express rolled out several updates to its Delta SkyMiles credit cards Thursday that will give additional benefits to users, part of efforts to soothe sore Delta Air Lines customers who have considered abandoning the airline after last year’s SkyMiles loyalty fiasco. The updates, however, will come with a higher annual fee, which AmEx says it … Read more
Jon Stewart is returning to his roots at “The Daily Show.” The comedian, 61, was the host of the Comedy Central satirical news program from 1999 until 2015. Stewart will be the series host starting Feb. 12; however, there is a small change. He will only host the Monday episodes, with guests taking over from … Read more
A pig in Kentucky was caught going hog wild while enjoying a snow day this week. The Richmond Police Department posted pictures of the adorable pig on Tuesday. The animal ran away from its trailer and was found by officers that morning. “Officers responded this morning to a pig on the loose!” the police department wrote. “After … Read more
He suffered from a serious case of fart-burn. A Chinese man’s attempt to light his fart literally backfired after he accidentally set his pants ablaze, as seen in viral footage igniting the internet. A video obtained by South West News Service shows Bin Touzi of Jilin province lying on his bed as he prepares to, … Read more
It’s never too early to start scoping out summer beach rentals. Here’s one, on a private island of the coast of Ireland, that’s entirely free — in fact, they’ll pay you and a bestie to spend the entire season. Stunningly picturesque, Great Blasket Island has a seal colony, endless ocean views, memorable scenery and prehistoric sites. But … Read more
The easiest meal to cook just got even easier. A clever cook on TikTok shared her “hack” for boiling pasta in just one minute — and it can help cut back on electricity usage. Pasta is often a go-to dish, but many people don’t know how to tell when it’s done cooking. The video, shared … Read more
All that glitters is bold. If you’ve ever used glitter, or even just been around glitter, you know that it gets everywhere — and you’ll be finding it everywhere for days, even weeks or months. Thanks to its persistence, savvy daters are now using glitter to spot their significant other cheating. TikTok users are posting … Read more
They’re gonna need a bigger rope. Another day, another behemoth serpent rearing its head amid Florida’s Burmese python invasion. This time, Panhandle python hunters made hiss-tory after corralling a nearly 200-pound snake — the second largest ever bagged in the state. “Her head was the size of a football,” conservationist Mike Elfenbein told Fox 35 News … Read more
Get baked with your favorite desserts from Magnolia Bakery. New York City’s world-famous bakeshop is transforming some of its fan favorites into THC-infused edibles — but it might be tough for residents of the Big Apple to get their hands on them. Magnolia’s first-ever cannabis product, presented in partnership with award-winning cannabis edibles brand Incredibles, … Read more
Just plane stupid? Another day, another inconsiderate plane passenger making the friendly skies unfriendly. This time, a female traveler decided to run onto the airport tarmac in a hare-brained attempt to prevent a plane from leaving her behind, as seen in a video causing facepalms online. “A lady who had missed her flight clearly thought … Read more
Talk about clowning around before Halloween. A creepy clown is terrorizing a Scottish town and is taunting local police to capture them in a game of cat and mouse because he “wants to play,” according to Sky News. The person — dressed as Stephen King’s “Pennywise the Dancing Clown”, wearing red hair, collar, ruffled leggings … Read more
Taylor Swift might have a new best friend in her football circle. During the Chiefs’ game against the Broncos on “Thursday Night Football” at Arrowhead Stadium, Swift’s rumored beau Travis Kelce reeled in a catch as the second quarter was nearing its end, and the pop star was seen sharing a big embrace with quarterback … Read more
It’s not the size of your body — it’s how you move it. New research out of the United Kingdom appears to confound conventional wisdom regarding the link between health and weight, with over a quarter of middle-aged British women and nearly one in 10 men of the same age currently falling into the category … Read more
It might be sheepshead but it’s teeth were very human. Maryland fisherman Brian Summerlin freaked out the internet after snagging a record 17-pound fish that possessed a mouthful of “human teeth.” “They’re amazing fish that have adapted to the food they eat,” the 38-year-old angler told Pen News of his anthropomorphic-looking haul, which he caught … Read more
Was their love artificial all along? In a viral TikTok from earlier this year, Mia Dio, 22, claimed that her boyfriend, Billy, had been acting suspiciously. Dio — who has 5.2 million followers on the platform — decided to do some sleuthing with the help of artificial intelligence. Using AI software, Dio was able to … Read more
That’s one way to “pick” up a virus. Those who pick their noses are more at risk of catching COVID, a study has found. The study, published in PLOS One, examined data on COVID infection rates among 219 healthcare workers in a hospital in Amsterdam between March and October 2020. Researchers from the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam found … Read more
They’re looking for a hero. Subway is seeking a sandwich lover to legally change their first name to “Subway” for a lifetime of free food and beverages from America’s largest sandwich chain. But don’t rush to change your name just yet — you have to apply to an actual contest. Anyone interested in being referred … Read more
A group of anglers in North Carolina spent an afternoon on the water hoping to catch a swordfish — but wound up reeling in something rare. On April 21, Jeremiah Elliott, 31, owner of Geronimo Tackle, was joined by Zachary Elliott, his brother, and his fishing buddies, Chandler Butler and Trevor Burns, on his 30-foot regulator center … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I am 20 years old and dating a Marine. I work at a hospital, and I also have a part-time job. I recently rented an apartment near where my boyfriend is staying, and I’m busting my butt to be independent. My boyfriend struggles because he’s got a lot going on as well and … Read more
Supernatural or just a super-reflective surface? Homeowner Robert Mansfield says he spotted an “angel” on his Ring doorbell camera — but not everyone is convinced. The father-of-three, 33, was stunned when he saw the security footage which showed his partner, Stephanie Scott, 31, and their seven-year-old son, Oskar, arriving at their home in Leicestershire, England … Read more