‘Polarization’ is Merriam-Webster’s 2024 word of the year
Merriam-Webster has announced its word of the year, which happens to be an idea that both sides of the political spectrum agree on.
Merriam-Webster has announced its word of the year, which happens to be an idea that both sides of the political spectrum agree on.
Debate over sell-by and expiration dates boils down to one answer, experts say
Should sell-by dates serve as expiration dates? Experts provide food for thought.
Should sell-by dates serve as expiration dates? Experts provide food for thought.
National parks will offer free admission on these six days in 2025
If your travels in 2025 take you to one of the more than 400 national park sites across the country, it could be the year of your unforgettable adventure.
If your travels in 2025 take you to one of the more than 400 national park sites across the country, it could be the year of your unforgettable adventure.
Number of Americans wanting to switch jobs hits 10-year high: Poll
More workers are feeling stuck in their jobs and detached from the work they do as they search for new career opportunities, a new poll finds.
More workers are feeling stuck in their jobs and detached from the work they do as they search for new career opportunities, a new poll finds.
USDA orders testing of entire milk supply nationwide for bird flu
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a new order requiring raw, or unpasteurized, milk nationwide to be tested for bird flu.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a new order requiring raw, or unpasteurized, milk nationwide to be tested for bird flu.
McDonald's snack wraps are coming back
The snack wrap, a McDonald’s fan favorite, is returning to menus in the U.S.
The snack wrap, a McDonald’s fan favorite, is returning to menus in the U.S.
Flight passengers can be denied boarding if they don't follow these rules, travel expert warns
Flight passengers might want to make sure their passports follow these requirements, or else they might not be allowed to board a plane, according to an international flight attendant.
Flight passengers might want to make sure their passports follow these requirements, or else they might not be allowed to board a plane, according to an international flight attendant.
What Trump’s 2nd term could mean for the housing market: Expert weighs in
The president-elect campaigned on a promise to make homeownership more affordable by lowering mortgage rates through policies aimed at knocking out inflation.
The president-elect campaigned on a promise to make homeownership more affordable by lowering mortgage rates through policies aimed at knocking out inflation.
Chipotle raises menu prices by 2%, blames inflation; what it means for customers
Chipotle has raised menu prices by 2% nationwide, citing inflation and rising ingredient costs. Here's how the price hike affects customers and what to expect moving forward.
Chipotle has raised menu prices by 2% nationwide, citing inflation and rising ingredient costs. Here's how the price hike affects customers and what to expect moving forward.
Texas won't require vehicle inspections starting Jan. 1, do you still need emissions testing?
While vehicle safety inspections are going away for some Texans, residents in certain counties will still need emissions tests.
While vehicle safety inspections are going away for some Texans, residents in certain counties will still need emissions tests.
Pantone’s 2025 color of the year revealed
Last year, Pantone chose Peach Fuzz as its color of the year.
Last year, Pantone chose Peach Fuzz as its color of the year.
Want to buy a home in 2025? Here's where mortgage rates will land
Realtor.com's 2025 housing forecast released Wednesday indicates mortgage rates will come down next year. Here's what buyers can expect.
Realtor.com's 2025 housing forecast released Wednesday indicates mortgage rates will come down next year. Here's what buyers can expect.
Taco Bell unveils drive-thru photo booth experience — Here's where you can find it
Taco Bell is introducing a unique drive-thru photo booth experience called the Live Más Drive-Thru Cams at select locations across the U.S.
Taco Bell is introducing a unique drive-thru photo booth experience called the Live Más Drive-Thru Cams at select locations across the U.S.
Southwest Airlines announces 2 major changes: What to know
Holiday travel is breaking records, with the TSA screening nearly 3.1 million passengers on Dec. 1, the busiest day in its history. Meanwhile, airlines are rolling out significant changes.
Holiday travel is breaking records, with the TSA screening nearly 3.1 million passengers on Dec. 1, the busiest day in its history. Meanwhile, airlines are rolling out significant changes.
Vodka maker Stoli Group USA files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Stoli Group USA is 'currently facing significant balance sheet and liquidity challenges,' according to a court filing.
Stoli Group USA is 'currently facing significant balance sheet and liquidity challenges,' according to a court filing.
The best US cities for singles, based on dating populations, activities and more
Singles on the dating scene searching for that special someone may have success in these areas. Here's where your city ranks.
Singles on the dating scene searching for that special someone may have success in these areas. Here's where your city ranks.
Social media user discovers Olive Garden breadstick with mysterious letters, numbers
A breadstick from popular restaurant chain Olive Garden has drawn attention on social media for seemingly having a few alphanumeric characters on it.
A breadstick from popular restaurant chain Olive Garden has drawn attention on social media for seemingly having a few alphanumeric characters on it.
Oxford names 'brain rot' as 2024 word of the year: What does it mean?
Oxford University Press has named “brain rot” as its 2024 Word of the Year, reflecting concerns about mental strain from consuming trivial or unchallenging online content.
Oxford University Press has named “brain rot” as its 2024 Word of the Year, reflecting concerns about mental strain from consuming trivial or unchallenging online content.
Here are the most fun cities in America
Depending on what you like to do for entertainment in your spare time, these cities offer a variety of options, and here’s where your area ranks.
Depending on what you like to do for entertainment in your spare time, these cities offer a variety of options, and here’s where your area ranks.
When should I throw out my Thanksgiving leftovers?
Just how long do you have to eat your Thanksgiving leftovers safely?
Just how long do you have to eat your Thanksgiving leftovers safely?