American Airlines has canceled three routes this year — including one of its longest non-stop flights. The Fort Worth-based airline has cut three routes from its schedule this year, dropping one domestic destination and two international gateways. The carrier terminated flights to Santa Maria (SMX) in California earlier this year, followed by Tijuana International Airport … Read more
The nuclear family structure that once dominated American households is disappearing across the country — specifically in parts of major cities, according to a new report by the Institute for Family Studies. The romance-less report on “marriage deserts” showed that fewer than a quarter of households with children are now headed by married couples in … Read more
The choices humanity makes in the next 75 years could determine the fate of billions of lives — and whether our species makes it past the 21st century. In an extraordinary report from dozens of scientists, researchers compiled 17 of the most urgent health threats humanity will face before 2100. They estimated amenable disability-adjusted life … Read more
A major brand of panty liners has been accused of exposing hundreds of women to a cancer-causing chemical — with users claiming they suffered devastating health problems ranging from yeast infections to liver disease, a new lawsuit claims. Carefree, a feminine hygiene brand once owned by Johnson & Johnson and now owned by Essity, allegedly … Read more
San Diego is flying high — leaving some of the world’s biggest cities in the dust. San Diego International Airport has been crowned the fastest-growing major airport on the planet in 2026, zipping past better-known heavyweights as an increasingly fierce airline turf war sends flights soaring. The single-runway Southern California airport, better known as SAN, … Read more
More money, more problems. Though the upcoming October 14 announcement of the US Bureau of Labor Statistics’ September inflation report — which reveals the last data point that will set Social Security’s latest cost of living adjustment (COLA) — will likely translate into a “raise” of sorts for the program’s 71 million beneficiaries next year, … Read more
ESPN’s “College GameDay” is moving indoors on Saturday. The upcoming rendition of the college football pregame show set to take place at Alabama is forced to stray away from its traditional outdoor programming due to the impending hurricane expected to slam the area in the coming days. Hurricane Isaias, which was upgraded to a Category … Read more
Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart’s girlfriend, Marissa Ayers, said she picked up the keys to her new apartment in “the New York area” a year after they first met. Ayers, who is a model and an influencer, explained in a TikTok video Thursday that she “signed the lease to my first solo apartment” — and she … Read more
Flight delays, cancellations and even the drive to terminals can add layers of frustration to already challenging travel experiences. A new analysis looked at some of the busiest airports across the U.S. to determine where travelers may encounter the most stress. Rightway Parking, an airport and cruise parking reservation company based in Tampa, Florida, analyzed … Read more
Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler had a busy offseason. For one, he signed a signed a four-year, $140 million contract with Los Angeles via a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz in July. He also got engaged to his longtime girlfriend Abbie Stockard (who was the Miss America 2025 winner) that same month. Miss America … Read more
Americans looking to save on a quick and easy breakfast may want to look beyond the usual fast-food favorites, as a new ranking highlighted several unexpected chains that also deliver plenty of bang for your buck. The food site Tasting Table recently highlighted 12 breakfast chains that it says offer standout value, including familiar names … Read more
Let the magic begin. Costco has quietly rolled out a new Disneyland ticket deal for its faithful shoppers, just in time for the holidays. The new deal comes with a 2-day Park Hopper ticket, a Lightning Lane Multi Pass, and a $60 Disney dining card, all for $329.99. The deal is valid from Oct. 2 … Read more
You probably won’t smell snow this winter in Burbank, but you can still get transported to Stars Hollow. Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood is turning its backlot into a full-blown winter wonderland with its “largest Gilmore Girls fan celebration ever.” Fans of the hit series will be able to wander through familiar sets, revisit iconic … Read more
Just an extra 3½ ounces of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) a day was linked to a higher risk of chronic disease, according to a new large-scale analysis. The study, published Sept. 22 in the journal Family Medicine and Community Health, looked at nearly 8.8 million adults who participated in studies across the Americas, Europe, Asia and … Read more
Skipping the stress of baggage claim at the airport by using all carry-ons may no longer be possible. Though the roll-out of the Transportation Security Administration’s new security scanners is intended to offer flyers more thorough screening capabilities and an easier time passing through security checkpoints, it may pose a snag when it comes to … Read more
Passengers at San Diego International Airport faced long lines and crowded terminals Tuesday morning as a technical issue slowed the ticketing process. An airport spokesperson confirmed that the airport remains open and flights are still arriving and departing despite the delays. Around 8:30 a.m., the airport posted an update on social media advising travelers to … Read more
A San Franciso-based tech executive who went viral for laying out her ultra-specific list of dating “non-negotiables” has added one more hurdle for prospective suitors — getting mom’s seal of approval. Brooke LeBlanc, an executive at tech company Corgi, sparked a social-media frenzy after asking X to help her find the man of her dreams. “Who … Read more
Home is where the heart is — but it could also be where your health troubles start. Americans spend roughly 90% of their time indoors, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. But the air inside your home, office or school may not be as clean as you think it is. “Air quality indoors can be … Read more
When the Wall Street elite needed a place to regroup after the devastation of 9/11, they didn’t head to a private hotel suite or some nondescript office building. Instead, many gathered at a restaurant owned by a family of Italian immigrants. San Pietro is a cozy, elegant eatery on East 54th Street just off Madison … Read more
Fast-food chains are going old school with an innovative customer service update: human cashiers. The push for touch-screen kiosks, mobile app deals, and digital ordering has been sweeping across favorite fast-food chains for years. McDonald’s, Burger King and Starbucks have all offered exclusive in-app promotions to nudge customers online, while installing self-service kiosks in place … Read more