Texas chain Whataburger beats McDonald’s, Burger King on value

Texas chain Whataburger beats McDonald’s, Burger King on value

A Texas-based fast-food chain is home to the best value burger in America, according to new data from online lender NetCredit. Whataburger’s classic Whataburger has the biggest patty among 14 major American burger chains and represents the best overall value at $1.66 per ounce of meat, the study revealed. NetCredit’s methodology calculated the national average price per ounce of … Read more

This dog breed is king of the pup pack, according to American Kennel Club’s annual ranking

This dog breed is king of the pup pack, according to American Kennel Club’s annual ranking

Move over Labradors — the French Bulldog is still king of the American pup pack. For the fourth year running, these pint-sized Frenchies hold the top spot on the American Kennel Club’s 2025 most popular dog breeds list. It wasn’t long ago that Labs ruled for 31 years straight, but in 2022, the French Bulldog … Read more

Wendy’s enters the sizzling hot burger beef with McDonald’s and Burger King

Wendy’s enters the sizzling hot burger beef with McDonald’s and Burger King

Who’s got the meat to beat?  Cows, beware. Fast-food CEOs from McDonald’s, Burger King, and now Wendy’s are beefing over which restaurant boasts the best burger — and they’re all hungry for the No. 1 spot.  Pete Suerken, Wendy’s US president, is the latest head honcho to sink his teeth into the grub hubbub of 2026, devouring an … Read more

Burger King President hilariously trolls McDonald’s CEO’s viral taste test video in a battle of the burgers

Burger King President hilariously trolls McDonald’s CEO’s viral taste test video in a battle of the burgers

They’re beefing. Social media went wild after an Instagram video of McDonald’s CEO and Chairman, Chris Kempczinski, introducing the fast food chain’s newest Big Arch burger and taking the smallest nibble of it made its rounds. Despite claiming he “loves this product, it is so good,” people online were shocked that a person in Kempczinski’s … Read more

Burger King making ‘premium’ changes to Whopper for first time in a decade after customers complain

Burger King making ‘premium’ changes to Whopper for first time in a decade after customers complain

They’ll be getting it their way. Burger King is giving its signature Whopper a facelift for the first time in a decade, following complaints from its customers, the fast-food chain announced Thursday. The Whopper, which Burger King co-founder James McLamore founded in 1956, will include a “more premium, better tasting bun” and a box for … Read more

Angry Burger King customers can now call their president directly to complain — and, yes, he intends to respond to every one

Angry Burger King customers can now call their president directly to complain — and, yes, he intends to respond to every one

Have it your way — and let them know. Burger King is taking customer feedback personally, giving out the company president’s phone number so people can contact him directly. While most companies ask for feedback through surveys or emails, the fast-food joint is giving customers a direct way to give the brand’s leadership insight into … Read more

‘The Lion King’ co-director Roger Allers dead at 76

‘The Lion King’ co-director Roger Allers dead at 76

Roger Allers, the filmmaker and animator best known for co-directing the 1994 Disney classic “The Lion King,” and writing the Tony Award-winning Broadway adaption of the movie, has died, according to a Disney Animation spokesperson via The Hollywood Reporter. He was 76.  Disney CEO Bob Iger paid tribute to Allers in an Instagram post, writing in the caption, … Read more

Exclusive | New Year’s Eve never gets old for the ‘confetti king’ of Times Square — he’s still an emotional wreck at midnight after 3 decades on job

Exclusive | New Year’s Eve never gets old for the ‘confetti king’ of Times Square — he’s still an emotional wreck at midnight after 3 decades on job

One minute before midnight on New Year’s Eve, high above street level, Treb Heining closely monitors a digital clock below the Waterford crystal ball towering over Times Square, and soon the crowd loudly joins together in a final countdown chorus. “ … 5, 4, 3, 2, 1  …” By the time fireworks blast off on … Read more

King Charles urges ‘digital detox,’ calls for reconciliation after year filled with royal drama in Christmas speech

King Charles urges ‘digital detox,’ calls for reconciliation after year filled with royal drama in Christmas speech

All King Charles III seems to want for Christmas, after all the turmoil he’s endured this year, is a “digital detox.” After the British royal family stepped out for its annual Christmas Day church outing, it gathered around the television to watch the monarch’s Christmas broadcast. The speech was filmed earlier this month inside the Lady … Read more

Prince William eager to modernize Christmas traditions as King Charles resists change: experts

Prince William eager to modernize Christmas traditions as King Charles resists change: experts

Prince William wants to modernize Christmas at the palace. The claim was made by royal commentator and broadcaster Neil Sean, following reports that the Prince of Wales wants to eliminate what some consider a dated royal holiday tradition once he becomes king. “Every year, the royals truly let their hair down and show off their … Read more

Stephen King recalls hugging Rob Reiner after watching ‘Stand by Me’ in tribute to director

Stephen King recalls hugging Rob Reiner after watching ‘Stand by Me’ in tribute to director

Author Stephen King wrote an emotional tribute to director Rob Reiner for The New York Times on Tuesday after the filmmaker and his wife were murdered over the weekend. The “It” and “Carrie” writer described Reiner inviting him to the Beverly Hills Hotel in 1985 to watch a rough cut of his film “Stand by Me,” which … Read more

King Charles gives emotional update on cancer fight in TV address

King Charles gives emotional update on cancer fight in TV address

King Charles delivered an emotional update on his cancer battle Friday night, revealing that doctors have scaled back his treatment plan after what he described as a positive response to care. “Today I am able to share with you the good news that thanks to early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctors’ orders, my … Read more

Exclusive | Candice King on her pregnancy — and why the ‘We Were Liars’ cast was ‘reduced to tears’

Exclusive | Candice King on her pregnancy — and why the ‘We Were Liars’ cast was ‘reduced to tears’

She’s feeling fang-tastic.  “The Vampire Diaries” actress Candice King, who is also in the Prime Video thriller “We Were Liars,” just announced her pregnancy with “Yellowjackets” actor Steven Krueger.  “It’s getting past the point now where I just look like I ate a really big dinner, so I have some explaining to do,” King, 38, … Read more

‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ was king of box office on its opening day

‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ was king of box office on its opening day

Freddy’s back for more — money. “Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” was the king of the box office on its opener Friday. The supernatural horror, a sequel to the 2023 original, raked in $29.810 million, according to The Numbers. The flick, which is based on a video game series, is expected to earn a three-day … Read more

King Charles’ goddaughter India Hicks reveals ‘worryingly fast-moving’ skin cancer diagnosis

King Charles’ goddaughter India Hicks reveals ‘worryingly fast-moving’ skin cancer diagnosis

King Charles’ goddaughter, India Hicks, is opening up about her skin cancer diagnosis. The model, 58, revealed her condition in her weekly Substack post on Tuesday. Hicks shared that despite wanting a peaceful week at home, “life, with its own mysterious choreography, shifted the plan.” “The test results from a recent skin-cancer operation came back, and … Read more

‘King of the Hill’ star Jonathan Joss’ neighbor charged in actor’s murder

‘King of the Hill’ star Jonathan Joss’ neighbor charged in actor’s murder

A suspect has officially been charged in the murder of “Parks and Recreation” star Jonathan Joss. The late actor’s neighbor, Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez, was indicted for one count of murder by a grand jury in Bexar County, Texas, on Monday, according to Bexar County court records obtained by People. Ceja Alvarez had previously been arrested … Read more

King Charles’ surprising gesture to Sharon Osbourne after Ozzy’s death revealed

King Charles’ surprising gesture to Sharon Osbourne after Ozzy’s death revealed

The Osbournes are shedding light onto King Charles’ touching tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne. On Wednesday’s episode of “The Osbournes” podcast, Ozzy’s wife, Sharon, and their kids Kelly and Jack, sat down for the first time since Ozzy’s death at age 76 in July. “We got a lovely letter from the King,” Jack, 40, revealed. “Our King … Read more

Prince William left ‘shaken to the core’ by Kate and King Charles’ cancer diagnoses

Prince William left ‘shaken to the core’ by Kate and King Charles’ cancer diagnoses

Prince William allegedly wanted to cut back on royal duties in 2024 but was urged by his ailing father to “think again,” according to a new book. The claim was made by royal biographer Robert Jobson in “The Windsor Legacy,” obtained exclusively by the U.K.’s DailyMail. According to the outlet, the British journalist said William was “shaken to … Read more

David Beckham receives knighthood from King Charles — and Victoria has a new name, too

David Beckham receives knighthood from King Charles — and Victoria has a new name, too

Introducing Sir David Beckham. The soccer star, 50, officially received his knighthood from King Charles III, 76, at Windsor Castle on Tuesday. David, a longtime friend of the royal family, was honored in the Investiture ceremony for his “services to sport and charity.” David Beckham is made a knight by King Charles III during an … Read more

Exclusive | Even Stephen King is spooked by the ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ Pennywise prequel

Exclusive | Even Stephen King is spooked by the ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ Pennywise prequel

Spoilers below for “It: Welcome to Derry.” Stephen King is weighing in on the terrifying return of Pennywise the Dancing Clown. The horror legend recently shared his thoughts on HBO’s “It: Welcome to Derry,” the new prequel series expanding the universe of his iconic 1986 “It” novel — and even he’s spooked. Stephen King poses … Read more