In the 1950s, the U.S. government conspired with the tobacco industry to conceal the connection between smoking and cancer from the American public. The CIA and other organizations conspired to conduct ghastly experiments on unwitting American citizens in programs like…
A day at the ballpark is a summer ritual, and no game is complete without a cold beer and a hot dog. But at most baseball stadiums, both are a little less affordable this year thanks to persistent inflation. The…
Actor Rob Lowe and his wife Sheryl Berkoff recently celebrated more than three decades of marriage, an achievement that’s proven unattainable for many couples, regardless of their ties to Hollywood. And Lowe and Berkoff aren’t alone. Though we’re used to…
Taking on the role of a real person — especially someone as iconic as Freddie Mercury, Queen Elizabeth, or Martin Luther King Jr. — can be overwhelming. But many actors have stepped up to the plate, including Austin Butler, who…
Ah, the May-December romance. Out in the real world, stark age differences between couples can sometimes prompt raised eyebrows, whereas on-screen love interests with decades between them are often forgiven — especially when it’s an older man and a younger woman.…
Walmart, Target and Costco locations are found nearly everywhere around the country, offering a wide selection of goods at often quite attractive prices. While we might frequent these big-box retailers to fit our budgets, they also attract shoppers who, we…
It’s unsurprising that most popular media feels far removed from the struggles of everyday life. The culturati is made up of rich, well-educated, connected people. But every once in a…
It’s not hard to understand why items of historical value go for astronomical sums at auction, but then there’s the occasional oddity that sells for more than anyone would imagine.…
This story was updated in August 2023. They’re the words that strike fear into the hearts of anyone who posts their off-beat home recipe on TikTok: “Everybody’s so creative!” Philadelphia-based…
The world’s left-handed people have always been in the minority — southpaws make up just about 10 percent of the population. Being in the minority didn’t hold back countless left-handers…
If you’re a fan of decadent frozen desserts and the “Goddess of Pop,” you’ll be thrilled to know that Cher has launched Cherlato, a food truck serving artisanal gelato —…
These days, it’s not enough to be an actor, musician, or reality TV star — you’ve got to have your own brand to go with it. Many celebrities have banked…
My job as a food writer involves thinking way too much about fast food, watching too many food TikToks, and sifting through mountains of restaurant-related press releases. That means I…
It’s my favorite day of the week! I’ve got another edition of the OfferUp 8 for you, a series where I share some of the most insane things I’ve seen…
As soon as natural wine bars start cropping up in your neighborhood, it’s already too late. Prepare yourself for boring mid-rise developments, market lights, an onslaught of “creatives,” and sizable…
Tom Hanks, who turns 67 on July 9, may be the best-loved American actor currently working, with more than 80 movies and counting to his credit. With the combination of…
With so many housing options to choose from on vacation, why not take stab at a stay at Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse or a home you’ve seen on TV? You may remember…
There’s something deeply satisfying about watching a corporation or business venture fail, especially when it’s due to the greedy founder getting caught in lies that took advantage of the little…