A beloved LA institution that has been slinging sandwiches for over a century has been crowned California’s most iconic sandwich shop, beating out the Golden State’s countless trendy delis and viral lunch spots. In a new nationwide roundup of the most famous sandwich destinations in every state, Business Insider tapped Philippe the Original as the … Read more
Your spare change could soon hold a piece of rare history. The US Mint announced it will randomly roll out 250,000 limited-edition 2026 Declaration of Independence quarters. Each will feature a special “July 4th” privy mark to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. The coins will be mixed into circulation and distributed through banks and financial institutions … Read more
A cult-favorite Los Angeles burger spot appears to be headed behind the Orange Curtain — and it could be bringing more than just smashburgers. The Win~Dow, the popular walk-up burger stand known for its affordable cheeseburgers, fried chicken sandwiches and shakes, is rumored to be opening a new location in Old Towne Orange. The restaurant appears … Read more
Kacy Hintz, a sports reporter for WPLG Local 10 in South Florida, apologized after an overzealous Scottish fan dropped a few F-bombs while she was on live television in Miami on Monday. After Scotland’s supporters’ group took over Boston for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Tartan Army made waves in Miami ahead of the … Read more
Los Angeles’ restaurant scene had a big night at the 2026 James Beard Awards, with some of the city’s most acclaimed chefs and restaurants being crowned with major awards at the “Oscars” of the food world. The annual awards ceremony, held Monday night at Chicago’s Lyric Opera House, recognized excellence in the food and restaurant … Read more
A popular Taiwanese chain is planning to remove its famous Shanghai Rice Cakes from the menu — sparking a petition and sending furious foodies into a frenzy. About 1,700 people have already signed a new petition to bring Din Tai Fung’s beloved dish back after leaving loyal patrons “distraught” after employees of the famous eatery, … Read more
A Southern California university has been crowned the hardest college to get into in America, with several other California schools also landing spots among the nation’s most selective campuses. The California Institute of Technology, better known as Caltech, in Pasadena, topped Business Insider’s list of the 35 hardest colleges to get into in the U.S. … Read more
California pizza lovers are certainly eating well, with a new list revealing three of the top five pizzerias in the United States reside in the Golden State. The Italian website 50 Top Pizza revealed their list for the best American pizzerias, which was topped for the fifth year in a row by Anthony Mangieri’s’s Una … Read more
One of Europe’s most crowded tourist cities is cracking down on cruises and their passengers, with the mayor of the city pushing to fast-track a tax hike on short-stay passengers. Barcelona mayor Jaume Collboni on Wednesday said he wants cruise passengers to pay up to $9.30 (8 euros) per night, a 100% increase from the current … Read more
Too little, too much, or just right. Everyone can feel the effects of a bad night’s sleep, and how long you let your head hit the pillow plays an important role in how your brain ages. Scientists have now found that the amount of sleep you get each night doesn’t just result in brain fog … Read more
It’s no secret that Sarah Grossi wants wings. The Big Apple transplant, a 22-year-old native of Massachusetts, flew the coop from New England to New York with a singular goal — to slay amongst the Angels in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. “It’s one of my biggest dreams,” Grossi, a 2026 NYU grad, exclusively told … Read more
Even Olympic heroes aren’t immune to being pestered by busybodies. Nyjah Huston, who won a bronze medal for the US at the 2024 Paris Games, showed on his Instagram Stories on Tuesday that he got into quite the tiff with a male Karen while skateboarding in San Diego. Nyjah Huston, who won a bronze medal … Read more
Move over Hollywood stars — Angelenos are apparently spotting far stranger things in the sky these days. Just hours after the Pentagon released more than 160 newly declassified UFO files teased by President Trump as “very interesting,” a new study crowned LA as the fifth UFO hotspot in America, with 211 reported sightings logged since … Read more
Milk this for all it’s worth. While there’s strong consensus among medical experts that “breast is best” for babies, the ideal duration of breastfeeding — six months? A year? Until the kid is way too old and it becomes a little creepy? — has always been murkier. New research out of China might offer better-informed advice for … Read more
Welcome to Great Adaptations, the Book Review’s regular multiple-choice quiz about printed works that have gone on to find new life as movies, television shows, theatrical productions and more. This week’s challenge highlights movie adapations of novels where an actor, director or screenwriter has added new lines that weren’t in the book. Just tap or … Read more
Hawaii health officials have issued multiple brown water advisories across the islands as the state deals with the aftermath of a Kona Low storm. The storm moved through the islands earlier last week, bringing heavy rainfall and runoff that has kept coastal waters contaminated in several areas, the Hawaii Department of Health Clean Water Branch said. Officials … Read more
Lauren Betts’ feet helped UCLA win its first-ever NCAA women’s basketball championship on Sunday. Now, she’s hoping they might just land her a spot on a prestigious TV competition show. Betts, who went viral last month for a choreographed routine she and two of her teammates consistently hit throughout the Bruins’ run to the 2026 … Read more
Some Americans are already locking in their summer travel plans, and this year’s top destination may come as a surprise. New data from AirDNA, which tracks Airbnb and Vrbo listings, shows Jackson Hole, Wyoming, leading the nation in short-term rental bookings for summer 2026, with 45.5% of properties already reserved between June and August, Realtor.com … Read more
In Palm Beach, like any competitively rich retreat, there’s a hierarchy of deluxe hotels. But there is also a rank and order of rooms and suites within those hotels. Mere “rooms” mean the least, while sprawling villas with private pools, and commanding presidential suites tell a very different story. That’s not so different from anywhere … Read more
Tua Tagovailoa and his biggest supporter are looking ahead to the quarterback’s next NFL chapter. Moments after news broke Monday that the Dolphins are releasing the former first-round pick just two years after signing him to a $212.4 million contract extension, Tagovailoa’s wife took to her Instagram Stories to recognize his journey thus far. “I … Read more