Chicago named the 'Best Big City' in the US for 10th straight year

Chicago has been named the “Best Big City" in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler in their annual Readers' Choice Awards for the 10th straight year.

People who live to 100 have 3 drinks in common, longevity expert says

In the world’s "blue zones" — regions such as Sardinia, Italy, and Okinawa, Japan, known for unusually high concentrations of long-lived residents — researchers have studied dietary and lifestyle habits for clues to healthy aging and longevity.

McDonald’s AI-enhanced pricing tool is pushing prices higher, lawsuit claims

A McDonald’s customer has sued McDonald’s over an artificial intelligence-enhanced pricing tool that the lawsuit claims drove up prices at the fast-food giant’s omnipresent stores. 

Study finds higher levels of everyday chemicals in baby teeth of kids with autism

A pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found higher levels of several potentially harmful chemicals in the primary teeth of children with autism compared with children without autism.

Nature’s Own recalls Hawaiian Bread sold in 5 states

The company that produces Nature’s Own breads is recalling one of its varieties because of an undeclared ingredient that could pose a concern for anyone who is allergic or sensitive to it. 

Starbucks sued over ‘Sugar-Free’ drinks that may have more sugar than a Reese’s cup

That Starbucks protein drink labeled "sugar-free" on the coffee chain’s menu may really have more sugar than a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, a new consumer lawsuit claims.  

What are these mushrooms appearing on your lawn?

Little white mushrooms appear every year on lawns across the country. They may look harmless, but you should think twice before touching them.

Top snowbird destinations: New report reveals 2 states claiming 88 of top 100 cities

Florida and Texas lead the 2026–2027 snowbird rankings with warm, affordable cities offering seasonal housing and convenient amenities for extended winter stays, according to a recent analysis.

Recall expanded for popular Walmart pasta dish over Listeria risk

A recall of an Italian pasta dish distributed to Walmart stores nationwide has been expanded to include all lot numbers because of possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says. 

Treasury to create Trump Accounts for millions of eligible children — here is how to claim them

Treasury plans to automatically create Trump Accounts for millions of children, but families must take additional steps for eligible children to receive the separate $1,000 federal contribution.

Study ranks most, least affordable states for retirees

Thinking about retiring somewhere more affordable? See which states offer retirees the biggest savings, and which are the most expensive.

These are the top selling US auto sellers - See who has the top spot

The big three U.S. automakers remain dominant among the top US auto sellers in the third quarter, but high gasoline prices pushing people to hybrids are bringing a new player into the fold. 

Man finds 6-carat diamond at famed Arkansas state park: 'We got a big one!'

A diamond-hunting enthusiast who moved to Arkansas just to be closer to the nation’s only public diamond mine has finally found his big rock.