Burger King updates its Whopper — again — but fans think the new twist is just a copycat of another burger chain

Burger King updates its Whopper — again — but fans think the new twist is just a copycat of another burger chain

Burger King is adding fuel to the fast-food fire with a hot new summer menu item. Its new Loaded Jalapeño Whopper promises plenty of heat, but some burger lovers say the chain’s latest creation is little more than a spicy copy of a Wendy’s sandwich. Earlier this week, Burger King announced three seasonal food additions, … Read more

Burger King brings back nostalgic menu item customers haven’t seen in 15 years: ‘Miss them so much’

Burger King brings back nostalgic menu item customers haven’t seen in 15 years: ‘Miss them so much’

Burger King is letting customers have it their way. After 15 long years, the beloved fast food chain is answering customers’ prayers by bringing back a fan-favorite menu item — the crown nuggets. Beginning Tuesday, the on-theme bites will be offered on both the kids’ and regular menus. For kiddos, the crispy fried goodness will … Read more

National Burger Day 2026 deals and freebies: Burger King, Shake Shack and more

National Burger Day 2026 deals and freebies: Burger King, Shake Shack and more

Today, May 28, is National Burger Day — or National Hamburger Day, however you wish to say it. The burger has been an American favorite for quite some time, and they’re often a go-to during the summer season with barbecues heating up. Restaurants across the country are celebrating the special day with deals and freebies … Read more

Burger King visits ‘a galaxy far, far away’ with ‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ limited-time menu

Burger King visits ‘a galaxy far, far away’ with ‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ limited-time menu

A galaxy far, far away just got a lot closer. To celebrate the release of “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” in theaters on May 22, Burger King is launching a new, limited-time menu. Participating U.S. restaurants will offer the out-of-this-galaxy menu lineup starting May 4 — because May the Fourth be with you — … Read more

Disney fans rejoice as parks restore gendered greetings after ‘inclusive’ scrub: ‘We’re so f- -king back’

Disney fans rejoice as parks restore gendered greetings after ‘inclusive’ scrub: ‘We’re so f- -king back’

Sex is back on the loudspeaker.  Disney diehards are digitally divided amid trending claims that the formerly nixed “ladies and gentlemen” salutation at its theme parks has been restored — signaling, to some, that the world is “returning to normalcy.” “It was very nice to hear that ‘Ladies and Gentlemen’ has returned to the Magic … Read more

King Taco’s original Cypress Park location eyed for historic monument status

King Taco’s original Cypress Park location eyed for historic monument status

One of Los Angeles’ most iconic taco institutions could soon receive official recognition from city leaders. The original King Taco location in Cypress Park is being considered for designation as a Historic-Cultural Monument, a move that would formally acknowledge the restaurant’s influence on LA’s taco culture and its role as a symbol of Latino immigrant … Read more

Burger King is testing mix and match King Size Sliders Boxes — including 3 new sandwiches

Burger King is testing mix and match King Size Sliders Boxes — including 3 new sandwiches

Burger King is sliding into the slider game. The fast-food chain announced that it will test a new “King Size Sliders Box” for a limited time — but it’s only available in two cities. From April 14 through May 4, BK will be testing the king size sliders in Portland, OR, and Columbus, OH. Burger … Read more

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