Does money buy happiness? A new study suggests it can

A study sampled more than 33,000 employed U.S. adults who answered questions on a scale called “satisfaction with life."

'Potty-mouthed' parrot finds home in New York after hundreds apply to adopt him

A foul-mouthed parrot named Pepper has found a forever home after grabbing attention on Facebook and attracting would-be adopters from across the country.

Survey reveals most popular pizza topping

When it comes to topping preference this particular one is a must-have for people enjoying a slice of pizza.

'Kidulting': How adults are becoming the top toy buyers

Kids, move aside. It’s the adults' turn to play. Data from Circana shows that adults 18 and up have surpassed kids, ages 3-5, to become the biggest customer demographic for the toy industry.

Most popular baby names inspired by the summer season revealed

Having a baby this summer? Here’s a look at the top baby names that are linked to this season, according to a new study.

National Ice Cream Day 2024 freebies and deals

National Ice Cream Day is on July 21, 2024. Here’s the scoop on the best deals.

The Mirage Las Vegas says goodbye after 34 years

The Mirage will be transformed into a Hard Rock Hotel set to be shaped like a guitar.

Pan Am returns with $65K trip to relive 'golden days of travel'

Defunct airline Pan Am is returning to the skies for the first time in more than 30 years to help fliers "relive the golden days of travel," but securing a seat to witness its comeback comes with a hefty price tag.

Naomi Pomeroy, award-winning chef, drowns in tragic inner tubing accident

Naomi Pomeroy, an award-winning chef who helped put Portland, Oregon, on the map as a culinary destination, has drowned in an inner tubing accident.

America's best cities, ranked for 2024 on a number of factors

Discover the top-ranked cities in America for 2024 according to Resonance, a global consulting firm, which evaluated factors like livability, culture, economic opportunities, and more.

These are the most and least stressed cities in America, survey finds

Stress can be overwhelming, and people living in these cities tend to deal with it more than others, according to a recent survey.

National French Fry Day 2024 brings deals and freebies

National French Fry Day is on Friday, July 12, and many chains are offering deals and freebies to celebrate.

McDonald's says it's bringing back 'everyone's favorite sandwich'

McDonald’s said it’s bringing back “everyone’s favorite sandwich” temporarily to U.S. restaurants this summer.

Alaska raises cruise tourism limits as overtourism concerns grow

Alaska will consider a new policy to limit the number of visitors to its capital, Juneau, amid concerns about the impact of overtourism, expanding on measures introduced last year. 

Are consumers skipping car dealers and buying private?

With high prices and low supply, consumers are weighing private car purchases versus dealerships, with industry experts noting private buying's potential cost savings but increased effort and risks driving many back to dealerships for trust and convenience.

Las Vegas' Mirage to give away $1.6M before closing: Here's how you can win

The Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip is set to give away $1.6 million in a "Progressive Finale Cash Giveaway" before it transforms into the Hard Rock Casino.