The things we do for love and to satisfy our own mini monsters, inner children, and/or “sad adults.” The internet is divided over claims that customers waited up to 7 hours for an immersive Minion & Monsters Wendy’s drive-thru experience. The fast-food chain announced the promotional campaign in a press release last week, promising fans Minions & … Read more
A little over a week following Simone Biles’ major health scare, the Olympic gymnast still doesn’t want to dive into the incident just yet. The 29-year-old responded to a fan Sunday who called her out for not sharing more information in a comment on an Instagram video detailing her upcoming trip to Belize. “Never got … Read more
He was a part of basketball history. Game 4 of the NBA Finals was one of the best days of Carmelo Rios’s life. The 12-year-old Knicks superfan, who accidentally went mega viral for his emotional reaction to being gifted Knicks playoff tickets, not only got to experience last night’s magic when the Knicks swept the … Read more
The shopping experience at discount giant Dollar General is about to be more rewarding than just for your wallet. Shoppers will soon be able to experience a completely reimagined store as the company aims to enhance the shopping experience with an elevated new layout. Following in the footsteps of other big-box retailers, Dollar General is … Read more
The average woman takes five months to emotionally bounce back from pregnancy, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 women who have given birth explored how that experience has shifted their confidence and intimacy levels. Confidence is also affected: While more respondents recall having a harder time bouncing back physically (42%), more than a … Read more
America’s word of the year for 2026? “Stressful,” according to a recent survey — and a third are currently going through an existential crisis. The survey of 2,000 Americans conducted by Talker Research found the top word people used to describe how 2026 has been so far was “stressful” (35%), followed by “challenging” (32%). And … Read more
California gubernatorial hopeful Xavier Becerra is riding a polling bump after the implosion of former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s campaign, but fresh scrutiny is now zeroing in on his record as Secretary of Health and Human Services under President Joe Biden. The Democrat jumped to 10% support in new polling released Thursday, up from the low … Read more
Roughing it just got a serious upgrade. Luxury outdoor hospitality brand Under Canvas has opened a new glamping retreat near Yosemite National Park, offering travelers a chance to experience the great outdoors without giving up modern comforts — at a price that can climb as high as $650 per night. The newly launched Under Canvas Yosemite … Read more
These Kansas City Chiefs players may be stars on the football field, but their standout status is up for debate in the restaurant space. Sports standouts Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes are coming under fire after the pair’s Kansas City steakhouse, 1587 Prime, which opened in Sept. 2025, was lambasted in a recent social media … Read more
Well, that stinks. Farting sounds and smells are, apparently, no laughing matter at 35,000 feet as an impish influencer has just been banned by an airline and threatened with legal action for pretending to break wind in the sky. Yeferson Cossio, 31, a Colombian content creator with over 12.5 million Instagram followers, allegedly triggered a … Read more
As more restaurants experiment with eliminating tips, the idea of a no-tip dining model is gaining traction — but not without resistance from some industry professionals who fear it could drag down service. The shift is a response to growing frustration among diners. Hidden fees, service charges, and inflated gratuities have left many customers feeling blindsided when … Read more
It sounds like a scene straight out of “The Sixth Sense.” After having a near-death experience in her early 20s, Louisa Peck says she now has paranormal powers. One too many NYC partying nights led Peck down the wrong path — drinking heavily and abusing drugs. One night while clubbing, she overdosed on a laced … Read more
This is one “Bachelorette” twist Jesse Palmer is grateful to leave in the rearview. When reflecting on his experience as host of the long-running ABC reality series, the former Giants quarterback revealed he “almost died in Fiji” while shooting Season 20 of the series, which chronicled Charity Lawson’s journey to find love in 2023. “Charity … Read more
Farmers Almanac spring forecast: “A deep, dark and foreboding sky lingers in the approaching MLB atmosphere. Fans are advised to be prepared to take cover and shelter in basements or whatever room is closest to the ground to discourage jumping from windows to escape the scene.” Another season of telecasts — free TV, cable TV, … Read more
Reanna Madura spent her childhood in the middle of a dark family secret — one harbored by the now 25-year-old’s mother, Melissa Rose, who lived in fear that the truth might scar her daughter for life. Only when she turned 18 did the guilt-ridden parent finally reveal her shame — which had haunted the Midwesterner for nearly … Read more
Ann-Margret doesn’t have the fondest memories from “A Streetcar Named Desire.” The actress, 84, reflected on her experience playing Blanche DuBois in the 1984 TV movie based on Tennessee Williams’ iconic play during a recent Interview Magazine piece, calling the role “a rough one.” “I knew it had to be as honest as I could be, … Read more
When it comes to capturing the spirit of Christmas in NYC, there are few grander ways to celebrate than by seeing Cirque du Soleil’s holiday show “’Twas the Night Before…” at Madison Square Garden. The seasonal spectacle, based on Clement-Clarke Moore’s classic poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” features 26 artists, plucked from a global … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I often see ads about stopping smoking. I’d like to share my story of success in overcoming this filthy habit in the hope that it may help someone else. I smoked four packs of non-filtered cigarettes every day. At the age of 37, I knew I wanted to quit. I set a goal … Read more
It’s one of humanity’s most enduring mysteries: What happens when we die? Now, a new scientific investigation has taken us a step closer to understanding what may lie beyond the grave, the Daily Mail reported. Researchers interviewed 48 people who had survived near-death experiences (NDEs), asking them to describe — and even sketch — what … Read more
They were at death’s door and opened a window to a whole new world. About 15% of severely ill patients report enduring a near-death experience (NDE), which may mean having an overwhelming out-of-body sensation, an encounter with a dead loved one, a vision of a bright light, a rapid review of their life’s milestones or … Read more