Over half of Americans' calories come from ultra-processed foods

The report could have big implications as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to criticize ultra-processed foods and blame them for causing disease.

HEINZ Ketchup Smoothie debuts at Smoothie King in five cities

HEINZ and Smoothie King are blending ketchup into a real fruit smoothie in a new limited-edition drink aimed at settling the internet’s “is ketchup a smoothie?” debate.

Most young adults today haven’t reached key adulthood milestones, US Census data finds

New Census Bureau data shows that fewer 25- to 34-year-olds are reaching traditional adulthood milestones like marriage and parenthood, with economic independence now the most common path.

McDonandland Meal 2025: New Happy Meal for adults

Ronald McDonald, Grimmace, and Hamburglar are among the classic McDonald’s characters making a comeback for the new meal deal.

New Florida 'super speeder' law makes extreme speeding arrestable, top prosecutor warns drivers

State Attorney Monique Worrell held a news conference Wednesday to discuss Florida’s new "super speeder" law, which imposes stricter penalties on drivers caught going more than 50 mph over the speed limit.

This American is viewed most favorably among global figures in new poll: See the list

Pope Leo XIV received the highest net favorability score in a new Gallup poll, outperforming U.S. and global political leaders including Bernie Sanders, Donald Trump, and Elon Musk.

US may require visa applicants to post $15K bond to enter country. What we know

The proposed pilot program would require people from countries considered to have high overstay rates to post bonds of up to $15,000 when they apply for a visa.

These are the best states to have a baby, new study finds

Here’s which state topped the list as the best state to have a baby, thanks to top-tier health care, low infant mortality and strong family support policies.

National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day 2025 freebies and deals

From famous chains to a well-known hotel, here’s how you can score a free cookie on National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day.

Great Wolf Lodge flash sale offers $84 rooms for one day only

North America’s largest chain of indoor water parks and resorts is offering steep discounts for one day only.

Sluggish summer in Sin City: Las Vegas sees big drop in tourists

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.

New TSA 'Families on the Fly' lanes ease travel for parents at MCO, other airports

Traveling with young children can be stressful, but a new initiative at Orlando International Airport (MCO) aims to make the process a bit smoother for parents.

$1,000 car payments are becoming more common: Here’s where

A LendingTree analysis found nearly 1 in 10 Americans now have at least one car loan payment of $1,000 or more—and in some states, it’s even more common.