Mickey D’s diners were unhappy with this meal. McDonald’s has issued a temporary upcharge that has led to major upset among loyal customers. The beef began when a disgruntled customer took to Reddit to share that when they ordered a Happy Meal, they were charged an additional $1.79 for the fast-food chain’s current toy offering, … Read more
Conor Keenan was biting into a burger at McDonald’s when he felt one of his back molars crack. He was in his early 20s and couldn’t remember the last time he’d been to the dentist. His family never had dental insurance growing up. Mortified, he found a dentist open late near where he lived in … Read more
This summer’s most unexpected New York adventure starts at the library and ends in a neighborhood you didn’t know existed. Longtime New Yorkers and tourists alike are racing across the five boroughs in pursuit of a different collectible this month: World Cup passport stamps. A free “NYC Neighborhood Passport” launched ahead of the 2026 FIFA … Read more
The Golden State Warriors are trying to find a way to escape the purgatory they’ve been over the past several seasons. Golden State hasn’t made it past the second round of the NBA Playoffs since winning the league championship in 2021. This team will never not be competitive while Steph Curry is on the roster, … Read more
This isn’t the breast news. Breast milk is widely considered the gold standard for infant nutrition, with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommending it be given exclusively for the first six months of life when possible. But scientists are now sounding the alarm after two new studies found a mix of potentially harmful chemicals in … Read more
The Sagrada Familia basilica features sandcastle-like spires, stone carved to look like lush flora, a kaleidoscopic interior and a trove of treasures, some hiding in plain sight. Even regular worshippers at Barcelona’s world-famous landmark find themselves dumbstruck with wonder. Josep Turull, the Catalan rector of the Sagrada Familia and the priest in charge of its parish activities, … Read more
When it comes to foodborne illness, most horror stories involve questionable takeout or spoiled leftovers that end in a long night of misery glued to the bathroom floor. But there’s another threat many consumers have never heard of — and you might be sprinkling it onto your dinner every night. Spices, experts warn, are “especially … Read more
Go with your gut. Researchers at University College London have isolated a “microbial signature” in the gut that could help predict Parkinson’s disease in patients who aren’t yet showing symptoms. The potential breakthrough can’t come fast enough, as global cases of this neurodegenerative disease continue to ramp up at record speed. Up to 1.5 million … Read more
Travelers are being warned to double-check their hotel room bills after a man on social media discovered items that he and his wife thought were complimentary actually carried a fee if they were used and gave specific examples of what happened to him. In a TikTok video that went viral, Jaden Warren said he was surprised … Read more
Turns out that guilty pleasure may be a virtuous vice. We tend to categorize food in black-and-white terms — “good” or “bad” for you, “naughty” or “nice.” There are “healthy” staples, like fruits, vegetables and fish that provide essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. A steady diet of these foods can lower the risk of chronic … Read more
An unusual source of caffeine is whipping up buzz across social media. The drink known as egg coffee, which originates from Vietnam, is made by blending egg yolks with sugar and condensed milk. When the mixture is poured on top of strong Vietnamese coffee, the result is a sweet, fluffy drink that tastes like a dessert — with … Read more
A fatty bulge at the base of the neck — commonly known as a “buffalo hump” — isn’t always just a cosmetic concern, as experts say it can sometimes signal an underlying condition. As more Americans grapple with poor posture, obesity and chronic conditions requiring long-term medications, experts warn that these factors can contribute to the … Read more
Brace for delay! A new study has revealed that the increase in seniors taking to the skies could potentially risk the safety of other passengers on board — sparking concerns over whether airlines can continue to meet the required 90-second emergency evacuation mandate. Over the last few decades, the average life expectancy within the United … Read more
New York isn’t the only city that never sleeps. An eye-opening new study determined that Detroit, Baltimore, St. Louis, Toledo, New Orleans and Newark are some of the most sleep-deprived cities in the US, due to issues like alcoholism, stress, obesity and smoking habits. Nationwide, most people don’t log enough hours in Sleepy Town. A … Read more
This is why early check out exists. It’s one thing to discover something hidden in an old home you just purchased — but to find something creepy in an Airbnb you’re renting for a vacation, that’s the plot of a horror movie waiting to happen. TikTok user @mich3113.0 posted a now-viral video showing a Dallas, … Read more
When Josh Whalen‘s once athletic, rugby-playing physique morphed into a heftier “dad bod,” he figured it was just the reality of getting older. That’s how he dismissed other symptoms, too. His sex drive plummeted and he felt super tired — but working as a entrepreneur in his mid-30s, he attributed his problems to the mounting … Read more
Downside to dropping pounds? The new pill form of popular GLP-1 drugs contains a compound that could cause troubling side effects. Historically, semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, has been administered via weekly injections into the fatty tissue just under the skin of the stomach, thigh or upper arm. But due to consumer … Read more
American homes are buried in money — and most people don’t even know it. “Filthy Fortunes” star and hoarding expert Matt Paxton said decades of accumulation, especially among retiring baby boomers, have turned ordinary homes into ticking time capsules packed with serious cash value. After pulling more than $1 million in value out of trash … Read more
People with greater exposure to air pollution could face a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study by Emory University in Atlanta. Air pollution has previously been established as a risk factor for Alzheimer’s, as well as other chronic conditions, like hypertension, stroke and depression, the researchers noted. Since those other conditions … Read more
After it debuted to the public in 1913, Grand Central Terminal had to open a “Kissing Room” — technically, the Biltmore Room — that allowed travelers to steal a sweet goodbye smooch from a loved one without clogging busy train platforms. In its heyday, the historic alcove, once tucked beneath the now-shuttered New York Biltmore … Read more