They’re pre-checking their worries at the door. With the government shutdown snarling up security, travelers are beating longer-than-usual airport lines by using TSA PreCheck Touchless IDs. The new tech combats the interminable wait times caused by the partial government shutdown, which has forced 50,000 security officers to remain on the job sans pay. TSA security … Read more
That’s one shell of a milestone. An 80-year-old man finally cracked a nearly century-old oyster offer at an Alabama restaurant that’s been dangling the deal since the 1930s by simply walking in with his 99-year-old father. Jimmy Rush said he had his 80th birthday all planned out — by finally cashing in on a promotion … Read more
It’s a different kind of Ice Bucket challenge. Dunkin’ Donuts has the nation’s java junkies going gaga after trialing a brand new iced “coffee bucket” that holds a whopping third of a gallon of java. That’s right, each of these beverage bins holds a staggering 48 ounces of Joe — the equivalent of two of … Read more
American Airlines is making it easier for passengers to make their connecting flights. The carrier is in the process of enhancing its flight hold capacities designed to help flyers rushing for a connection, without disrupting departure schedules. The airline’s system can reportedly briefly delay some takeoffs so passengers arriving late from a delayed connection can … Read more
The wedding bells are premature. During Monday’s episode of “Today,” Reba McEntire, 70, corrected co-anchor Savannah Guthrie on live TV for incorrectly referring to the country singer’s relationship status with actor Rex Linn. “You also met your husband there. So Rex, good ole Rex…” said Guthrie, 53. The “Heart Won’t Lie” singer interrupted the anchor … Read more
Dukes up for a bridge-and-tunnel battle. Perhaps unsurprising to many, tropical paradise Hawaii has been crowned the friendliest state in America, according to a recent study. But in a head-tilting move, New York was deemed the third-friendliest behind second-place finisher … New Jersey? “I’ve never met anyone nice from New Jersey,” Keith Toliver, 74, pointedly … Read more
Shannon Sharpe is speaking out after his reported firing by ESPN on Wednesday, saying he’s “at peace” with the axing. After The Athletic’s Andrew Marchand broke the news earlier in the day, the Pro Football Hall of Famer addressed the news on his “Nightcap” podcast. Sharpe said he had known that he was officially done … Read more
They’re real jet-setters. Florida automaker Jovari plans to revolutionize air travel with a cutting-edge boarding system that loads passengers onto planes in giant cylindrical cartridges, among other improvements. A video of the so-called airport of the future is currently taking off on Instagram. Dubbed Jovari Jetspeed, the expeditious system allegedly has the potential to slash … Read more
Some Knicks diehards have long accused Stephen A. Smith of being a fake fan, and the ESPN commentator didn’t help his case Thursday afternoon. Smith was listing off the Knicks’ hiring of new head coach Mike Brown on “SportsCenter” when he mentioned “Michael McBride” — an unfortunate butchering of New York guard Miles McBride. “You’re … Read more
They’re dewing the unexpected. Move over, Baja Blast. Fans of Taco Bell and Mountain Dew’s cult-favorite beverage might be surprised to learn that the soft drink brand is partnering with a new fast food chain to debut their foray into the “dirty soda” trend. Now, the drink fountains at KFC are dispensing a limited-edition Peaches … Read more
Myles Garrett wants to bury his new division rival Aaron Rodgers — figuratively, of course. Garrett has terrorized opposing quarterbacks his entire career, and Rodgers joining the AFC North by signing with the Steelers means one thing for the Browns superstar edge rusher: “It’s a good opportunity to put him in the graveyard,” Garrett joked … Read more
Dave Portnoy put a nail in the coffin for the Knicks after their second straight tough loss to the Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals in New York on Friday night. The Barstool Sports founder, who is a diehard Celtics fans, couldn’t help but troll the Knicks, who sent the defending champs home in the … Read more
This one will really have you bugging out. ER nurse Natalie Beeson is spilling the sickening details of one of the worst types of medical emergencies she’s witnessed — and even more troubling, she saw it twice in one week. “I can handle cardiac distress all day — but bugs? No, thank you,” Beeson told … Read more
Are these shoes fashionable — or just a flop? Minimalist, ultra-luxe brand The Row, founded by the ever-chic Olsen twins, recently debuted a pair of $690 rubber flip-flops, which has caused a stir among style savants. While the thong-sandal style has long been the subject of controversy, the price tag on this particular footwear — … Read more
Letting Rachael Ray‘s latest confession marinate. The cooking guru, 56, recently recalled a miscommunication with her and her now-husband John Cusimano, 57, in 2001. “The first time I saw my husband, I thought he was gay and I tried to set him up on a date with a male friend of mine,” Ray said in … Read more
If you want a table at Lucali, you’ve got to wait — or hire someone to do it for you. The acclaimed Carroll Gardens pizzeria — which is cash-only, BYOB, doesn’t take reservations and is beloved by celebs such as Jay-Z and Beyonce — tops the list of a recent report from TaskRabbit on the most … Read more
Game on. “Squid Game” Season 2 is now streaming, and some viewers are taking issue with the sophomore installment of the hit bloody Korean Netflix show. “The second season of Squid Game is a thorough letdown,” wrote a critic for The Hollywood Reporter, adding, “Season two simply doesn’t work.” Collider‘s similarly unenthusiastic review read, “You … Read more
It’s berry nuts. New Yorkers are waiting as long as two hours in the cold for a $25 cup of strawberries, chocolate and pistachio cream. At the bustling Bryant Park Winter Village, the Strawberro booth is drawing huge lines for its berry desserts. It’s flagship offering is the $25 “Dubai Chocolate” with berries, melted Belgian … Read more
It’s not designer, but she likes it like that. Rapper Cardi B has traded her Birkins for budget items, flaunting a collection of faux fur coats from the fast fashion retailer Shein in a collaboration that has sparked controversy online. In a new Instagram Reels video that snagged over 11 million views this week, the … Read more
People with HIV who need a kidney or liver transplant will be able to receive an organ from a donor with HIV under a new rule announced Tuesday by US health officials. Previously, such transplants could be done only as part of research studies. The new rule, which takes effect Wednesday, is expected to shorten the wait for organs for all, … Read more