I can recall no greater childhood joy than apple picking. What beats gathering fruit straight from the tree and then indulging in baked apples for weeks? Add to that corn mazes, pumpkin patches — and get ready to re-create the magic for a new generation. Kelder’s Farm | 5755 Route 209, Kerhonkson, NY Spread the … Read more
National Coffee Day is here with major discounts and freebies to help fuel your daily grind. Americans are more caffeinated than ever. According to the National Coffee Association, a whopping two-thirds of US adults drink coffee every single day. Dunkin’ is offering freebiees for their Rewards members via their app today. Dunkin’ To celebrate, top … Read more
Pour yourself a cup of ambition. It’s Dolly Parton Day. Across the world, communities are dedicating Friday to honoring the beloved country singer. The day falls on Sept. 25, a wink at Parton’s hit song “9 to 5.” Parton, who died of cancer last month at age 80, built an impressive legacy over the decades … Read more
It’s been an exciting September for Austin Wells off the field — and the Yankees hope there will be a thrilling October on it to match. The Yankees catcher got engaged to girlfriend Caroline Nielson earlier this month, according to photos she shared of the proposal on Instagram. Nielson posted Wednesday photos of a touching beach … Read more
Just an extra 3½ ounces of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) a day was linked to a higher risk of chronic disease, according to a new large-scale analysis. The study, published Sept. 22 in the journal Family Medicine and Community Health, looked at nearly 8.8 million adults who participated in studies across the Americas, Europe, Asia and … Read more
A pair of hero rowers saved a bride’s big day by rescuing her wedding veil after it blew into a river. Newlyweds Tina and Steve Appleford had just tied the knot and were posing for wedding photos beside the River Great Ouse in Bedford, England on September 18. But a sudden strong gust ripped the … Read more
Sleep away the stress. How well you sleep at night and how stressed out you feel during the day are intertwined. Get a bad night’s rest, and you could be anxious all day, while racing thoughts or chronic problems can keep you up at night. A wearable patch you put on at night could be … Read more
Your pasta dinner could ketchup to your brain health. Diets rich in fruits and vegetables have been shown to boost memory, and one of the most popular, yet controversially, grouped fruits could change how our brains function. Researchers in Spain tested how tomatoes impact the cognitive function of healthy middle-aged adults, and it may be … Read more
Call it a burger bonanza. National Cheeseburger Day has officially arrived and meat eaters are in for some juicy deals. Not to be confused with National Hamburger Day, which was on May 28 — this year’s celebration honors America’s favorite sandwich with a slice of cheese. Plus, just days ago Americans filled up on double … Read more
The East LA Mexican Independence Day parade has been happening for 80 years. A popular celebration of Mexica-American culture and heritage, the parade unites the city of Los Angeles. Mexican Independence Day is celebrated on September 16. 1 of 13 Dancers in traditional dresses walk East LA’s Mexican Independence Day Parade on Cesar Chavez Ave. … Read more
Forget counting sheep. Across the country, roughly one in three American adults get less than the recommended seven hours of sleep each night, leaving millions to muddle through the next day on fumes. But new research suggests adding a surprisingly simple activity to your nighttime routine could help keep your brain sharp — even when … Read more
In a car on the way to Day 3 of the U.S. Open, Justin Morelli and his team were going through content ideas for the day. The creator and voice behind “The ShotClock”, who is a credentialed influencer for the hard court Grand Slam, had a rainy and muggy day ahead of him in Queens … Read more
This Labor Day, kick your feet up and let the deals work for you. Just days before back-to-school season starts, Labor Day may be your last summer hurrah for major savings. Each year, the federal holiday — which honors American workers and organized labor movements — falls on the first Monday in September. First signed … Read more
Muddy waters ahead. Just before Labor Day weekend, Oregon health officials are warning beachgoers to stay away from the water at a picturesque beach due to unsafe levels of fecal bacteria. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) released an advisory for Oceanside Beach in Tillamook County, Oregon on Wednesday, cautioning that visitors should “avoid direct contact with the … Read more
California’s Labor Day weekend getaway could begin with an unwelcome tradition: staring at the bumper in front of you for hours. As millions of people pack up their trunks and head towards coastal or desert escapes for one last hurrah this summer, holiday travelers face a brutal mathematical reality, according to a report from mobility … Read more
Islands in the mainstream. For its 59th anniversary, NYC’s legendary West Indian American Day Parade will dance down Eastern Parkway this Labor Day to celebrate all things Caribbean culture — and its biggest champions have a whole new reason to party this year. With packed restaurants, culinary accolades, star chefs and book deals galore, Caribbean … Read more
Labor Day is upon us, marking one of the year’s busiest weekends for air travel, and while many will be taking to the friendly skies, not everyone will get where they’re going on time. To help travelers plan and pad their time accordingly, a new ranking reveals which airlines and airports are the biggest culprits … Read more
For decades, Labor Day in the Hamptons meant the crowds left, shared houses emptied and locals reclaimed their towns from chaotic summer tourists. Known colloquially as “Tumbleweed Tuesday,” the day after Labor Day once marked a real economic and cultural cutoff between the frenetic summer season and the quiet months that followed. But that timeline … Read more
With Labor Day weekend upon us, millions of Americans are expected to hit the road or take to the skies to say farewell to summer with a last of the season getaway. In kind, AAA released its predictions for Labor Day, including the not-so-sunny news that holiday costs are expected to be higher than in … Read more
The average American hits their energy wall before 3 p.m. on any given day, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults revealed that by 2:48 p.m., their energy typically begins to fade, though one in five (21%) say it wanes before noon. In fact, 82% of those polled feel like they’re operating … Read more