Despite years of inflation and rising food costs, McDonald’s customers can expect good value from their Value Meals again. As the prices of fast food rise, McDonald’s, which prides itself on value, is launching its hotly anticipated $5 Meal Deal next week, as the chain begins offering more ways to save exclusively for app users. … Read more
Tua Tagovailoa was unrecognizable to some after he debuted a completely different hairstyle on Thursday. The Dolphins quarterback sported long, curly hair and a clean-shaven face during a meet-and-greet with fans at a Macy’s in Aventura, Fla., as seen in a video posted on social media by NBC 6 South Florida. “QB1 for what team? That … Read more
They may not have won much on the field, but they sure won the back page. The 1990 Yankees, the franchise’s worst team in the past 100 years but a roster that sure kept things interesting, took centerstage Thursday with the release of the three-part docuseries “Bronx Zoo ‘90: Crime, Chaos and Baseball” on NBC’s … Read more
Starbucks is berry excited for boba. The coffee chain is springing into summer early with the release of three new fruity Refreshers featuring juicy raspberry-flavored pearls, inspired by the popular East Asian beverage boba tea. Typically made with tea and chewy tapioca pearls, Starbucks’ unique take on boba — aka bubble — tea tastes like … Read more
Finger sniffin’ good? Kentucky Fried Chicken is dipping into the fragrance business, unveiling an already-sold out, charcoal and smoked wood-scented perfume. “We’ve all been there – that unmistakable aroma of a BBQ drifting through the air, tantalizing our senses and leaving us craving the taste of smoky goodness. But what if you could capture that … Read more
Hoteliers had better sleep with one eye open. The restless restaurant gurus at Michelin have decided to cast their famously critical eyes on the world’s most luxurious hotels, establishing a key rating system for the very first time — and just 124 snooze shops around the world managed to snag a slot on the tire … Read more
The customer nose best. McDonald’s restaurants in the Netherlands have debuted a revolutionary way to turn consumers onto their iconic burgers and fries — by launching the “world’s first billboard” that smells like their food. “This is the first time that a billboard has been used to diffuse the McDonald’s scent,” Golden Arches reps described in … Read more
The future is in aisle five. Artificial intelligence-powered smart carts are rolling out in Big Apple supermarkets — and they do practically everything except cook the food. Instacart’s Caper Carts use AI to identify items, their price and the weight of produce — and allow shoppers to check out stress-free with a click on a … Read more
And the winner of best baby bump goes to… Vanessa Hudgens is pregnant and expecting her first child with husband Cole Tucker. The actress debuted her baby bump at the 2024 Oscars, which took place at the Dolby Theatre in LA on Sunday. The “High School Musical” star strutted the red carpet before she took … Read more
This purse appeared on the runway — out of thin air. Coperni stunned revelers at its Fall 2024 Paris Fashion Week show on Monday by debuting an innovative bag crafted from nothing but air. The Paris-based fashion label — known for previously airbrushing a dress onto a nearly-nude Bella Hadid in the middle of the … Read more
Can’t decide between fried chicken or pizza? Now you can enjoy both simultaneously. After stopping hearts around the globe, KFC’s “Chizza” — a mashup of these two iconic fast foods — has finally made its much-anticipated US debut. From February 26, stateside KFC outlets will offer this high-octane hybrid for a limited time only, promising … Read more
Machine Gun Kelly fans are mourning the loss of his Cleveland-inspired chest tattoos — and others are accusing him of wanting to be black — upon the reveal of his massive blackout tattoo. The Grammy-nominated “Bloody Valentine” rapper showed off his new art piece Tuesday on Instagram, which turned his entire upper chest black — … Read more
Old habits die hard, and tobacco is one we can’t seem to kick. As more Gen Zers are stepping out for a smoke — it’s “cool,” they say — designer Christian Cowan is declaring it en vogue, his models waltzing down Sunday evening’s catwalk holding cigarettes à la Kate Moss while flaunting the designer’s fall/winter … Read more
Cameron Diaz is finally returning to the screen after a 10-year hiatus — and six years after she reportedly retired from acting. Diaz, 51, is featured in the upcoming Netflix action-comedy “Back in Action” opposite Jamie Foxx. It’s the project Foxx, 56, was working on when he was hospitalized last April after a “medical complication” … Read more
NEW YORK — On a quiet weekend in movie theaters, “Mean Girls” repeated atop the box office with $11.7 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday, while a handful of awards contenders sought to make an impact ahead of Oscar nominations Tuesday. With a dearth of new releases in cinemas, Paramount Pictures’ Tina Fey-scripted musical … Read more
McDonald’s is about to get squishy. Squishmallows toys will soon come included with Happy Meals across the country — but they’re more hi-tech than they first look. McDonald’s excitedly announced the news this week, saying they’ve partnered with Jazwares and Universal Music Group to create 12 exclusive Squishmallows Happy Meal toys. Thanks to Universal, each … Read more
They’re going balls to the mall. Are Swedish meatballs too scrawny for your liking? You’re in luck because IKEA is supersizing its food offerings this Christmas by releasing a jumbo, “turkey-sized” meatball. “It’s big. It’s tasty. It’s a proper Christmas showstopper,” announced the Scandinavian furniture giant on Instagram. “Introducing the IKEA Turkey-Sized Meatball. Find out … Read more
Put your Shrek Crocs away, it’s time to break out the Grimace Crocs. McDonald’s is the latest brand to collaborate with Crocs for a collection of their classic clogs inspired by the fast food chain’s favorite mascots. The collection includes four versions of the clog, all of which come with McDonald’s-themed Jibbitz, including a classic … Read more
But “strong reviews and Mr. DiCaprio’s own box office history — especially with Mr. Scorsese — provide ample amounts of good will for audiences,” he added, and work in the film’s favor. “The market hasn’t had a high-profile film targeted toward adults for a while.” (“Oppenheimer,” with a similar run time and equally serious subject … Read more
Rolex is considered a “one and done” timepiece by many — and for good reason. The iconic watchmaker’s Datejust, Submariner, Daytona, and other styles are timeless, contemporary heirlooms, often passed down through generations. But technically speaking, these ever-popular models are not considered dress watches. Why? Because dress watches are meant to be worn with a … Read more