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Would you eat Pickle Pie? The Minnesota State Fair’s new foods are turning heads

Fair-food fans have plenty to look forward to, with sweet, savory, and unexpected creations among more than 1,600 menu items.

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María José Gutiérrez Chávez

A new global ranking named the best place to live—and the U.S. is nowhere near the top

In rankings that measure everything from healthcare and safety to infrastructure, Copenhagen came out on top. The highest-ranked U.S. city may...

09.07.2026 2

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A self-driving Waymo just reported its own passengers to police

The autonomous vehicle stopped in a parking lot and waited for officers after contacting law enforcement about its riders.

08.07.2026 2

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This European vacation destination has a new dress code—and breaking it could cost you

Visitors to Varenna on Lake Como can now be fined up to €200 for walking through town shirtless or wearing swimsuits away from the beach.

08.07.2026 3

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Why is everyone talking about John Oliver and ‘General Hospital’?

An unexpected guest appearance has become one of the soap’s biggest moments this week.

07.07.2026 7

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Millions of student loan borrowers have 90 days to make a critical decision

The Biden-era SAVE Plan is ending, and millions of borrowers now face new repayment choices under updated federal rules.

07.07.2026 10

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The latest Pringles release has people asking the same question: Why?

The chip maker is introducing potato-based hot dog buns in three classic Pringles flavors, and fans can get them free for a limited time.

06.07.2026 10

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The government just launched Trump Accounts. Here’s who gets the free $1K

Parents can now open a tax-advantaged savings account online, but only certain children qualify for the government’s $1,000 contribution.

03.07.2026 7

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Trump’s commemorative Social Security card comes with the ‘Freedom 250’ logo

Babies born between July 2 and the end of the year may receive the limited-edition design.

03.07.2026 5

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The Empire State Building climbing stunt is now brand-trend slop

The meme to brand-marketing pipeline is shorter (and more boring) than ever.

02.07.2026 10

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Why air-conditioning suddenly became the internet’s most patriotic symbol

As dangerous heat blankets much of the U.S., social media users are celebrating one thing many Americans take for granted: air-conditioning.

01.07.2026 5

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There’s a new rotisserie chicken champion. Here’s who dethroned Costco.

Consumer Reports blind-tested rotisserie chickens from 10 grocery chains to find the best flavor, texture, value and quality.

01.07.2026 5

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The USDA is preparing to release 180 million flies. Here’s why

The insects will deploy to Texas to combat a dangerous, flesh-eating parasite recently detected in multiple counties.

30.06.2026 8

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The 10 best-dressed teams in this World Cup round

Sure, the World Cup is about soccer, but it’s also about style. Here’s who’s winning in the round of 32.

30.06.2026 10

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The unbearable emptiness of the Great American State Fair

A celebration in the nation’s capital looks more like a liminal space.

29.06.2026 7

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FIFA, who? The World Cup’s coolest jerseys come from indie designers

Designers are rethinking the jersey for people who care less about kits and more about fits.

29.06.2026 10

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Streaming live World Cup soccer games on airplanes is becoming a reality

In-flight internet has long been notoriously terrible, but United Airlines and other carriers are hoping to change that with SpaceX’s Starlink.

26.06.2026 8

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We’re afraid to show you the NSFW statue of Lionel Messi

It’s not the first structure built in honor of the Argentine soccer legend, but it’s definitely the most talked-about.

26.06.2026 10

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How a bizarre subway announcement became TikTok’s latest remix obsession

What started as a public transit audio malfunction quickly evolved into a viral collaboration among electronic music creators.

25.06.2026 10

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Polaroid’s new ad campaign takes a dig at AI data centers

The camera maker has set it sights on an unpopular target as it encourages people to embrace an analog life.

23.06.2026 10

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Bed Bath & Beyond’s comeback expands as 22 new locations open across the U.S.

The retail chain has launched 22 combo stores with The Container Store, giving shoppers a new way to browse the brand in person.

23.06.2026 9

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This iconic Paris landmark is now a ‘surreal’ homage to the material that built the city

The French artist JR took inspiration from an art work 40 years in the past to transform the famed 17th century bridge, Pont Neuf, into an ancient...

23.06.2026 10

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George Lucas is returning to movies — but not in the way Star Wars fans expected

More than a decade after selling Lucasfilm to Disney, George Lucas is returning to movies through an unlikely franchise.

23.06.2026 10

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DoorDash wants to engage with the World Cup’s newest superstar—but it keeps entering the wrong chat

Harmless mistake or cringe marketing ploy?

22.06.2026 10

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How this street duck became Mexico’s unofficial World Cup mascot

¡Vamos merlin!

18.06.2026 10

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Knicksmania transformed NYC for 2 blissful weeks

Basketball as an urban experiment.

18.06.2026 10

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Lululemon brought the wrong drum to an activation. It’s the latest brand to fumble as it looks to China for growth

The athletic apparel retailer has issued an apology after a brand activation was called out on Weibo—and then around the world.

17.06.2026 9

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Don’t miss it: Venus will vanish behind the moon in a rare daytime event on Wednesday

A rare lunar occultation will briefly hide Venus from view in an event visible across much of the United States.

17.06.2026 10

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A Cape Verde soccer player got all the way to the World Cup, thanks to a LinkedIn message

Roberto ‘Pico’ Lopes initially ignored a DM on the social network after thinking it was spam. It turned out to be the job opportunity of a lifetime.

16.06.2026 10

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Aldi’s newest promotion combines free groceries with a trend millions can’t resist

The grocer is tapping into one of the hottest consumer trends of 2026, and it’s not lower prices.

15.06.2026 10

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How Levi’s turned FIFA’s stadium censorship into one of the biggest brand moments of the World Cup

Sometimes the cover-up is worse than the crime. Other times it’s a lesson in great logo design.

15.06.2026 20

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World Cup fans visiting the U.S. from Europe are discovering American life—and both sides are loving it

From Buc-ee’s and Big Gulps to Walmart and even fire trucks, first impressions of the United States are turning into viral content.

12.06.2026 9

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Timothée Chalamet’s latest paycheck may have just cost him some fans

The actor is facing online criticism after appearing in a commercial for controversial prediction market platform Kalshi.

12.06.2026 10

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Giant, beautiful soccer balls are popping up around New York City

‘The Art of The Game’ celebrates the World Cup through monumental soccer ball–shaped sculptures.

12.06.2026 10

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A major U.S. travel rule change starts July 1—and it comes with a $750 price tag

Foreign visitors could soon buy their way to faster visa interviews.

11.06.2026 10

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Amtrak wants people to work from trains. There’s just one problem

The national rail service struck a sore spot about poor connectivity with its latest attempt to speak Gen Z.

10.06.2026 10

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Soccer fans can score free Chipotle on June 11—here’s how

A jersey could be worth more than team pride this week, thanks to Chipotle’s World Cup promotion.

10.06.2026 10

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The viral Knicks chant united New York City. Now it needs a new ending

‘My mayor Muslim, my bagel Jewish, my Christian Dior’—but what happens when there is no ‘Knicks in four’?

09.06.2026 10

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How to watch Stanley Pup 2026: The NHL’s adorable puppy showdown returns tonight

Rescue dogs representing all 32 NHL teams will compete for hockey’s cutest title in the annual Stanley Pup special.

08.06.2026 10

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A trip to the center of Knicks merch mania

We visited the epicenter of NBA bootleg gear, where the sellers of AI-generated t-shirts and airbrushed tanks are scrambling to keep up with fandom.

08.06.2026 10

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Knicks fans brace for logistical nightmare at MSG as Trump attends NBA finals: Here’s what to expect

TSA-style screening and a ‘strict no-bag policy’ will be in effect tonight as New York faces off against the San Antonio Spurs for Game 3.

08.06.2026 10

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Elmo promoted good sportsmanship. New Yorkers didn’t appreciate it

Once again the ‘Sesame Street’ Muppet has a viral post on X—but this time, he’s the target of anger from Knicks fans.

05.06.2026 10

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Cash App’s new payment wand is pure whimsy

‘Even practical parts of daily life should feel personal and playful,’ its designer says.

05.06.2026 10

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The U.K.’s next banknotes might feature cute foxes and prismatic butterflies

Better than scowling historic figures, no?

05.06.2026 10

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Something is causing tick populations to explode in these states—and experts are alarmed

Ohio, Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia are seeing unusually aggressive tick activity this year.

04.06.2026 10

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Gwyneth Paltrow’s puzzling dairy substitute—arugula—takes off on social media like a rocket

Why the internet is talking about the peppery green and its suitability as a stand-in for cheese.

03.06.2026 10

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Phoebe Bridgers is giving fans what they want: Affordable tickets to phone-free shows

The indie singer-songwriter’s return to the spotlight is shaping up to be different than the rest.

02.06.2026 10

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Nearly 6 million Carnival customers may have had personal information stolen in hack

Carnival says the breach exposed everything from birth dates and phone numbers to government-issued IDs.

02.06.2026 10

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‘The smartest thing a celebrity has done’: Dua Lipa turns her jet-setter meme into a Google Maps collab

The pop star’s wanderlust has become a running joke within certain social media circles. Now everyone else can literally follow in her footsteps.

01.06.2026 10

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Get your next weather report from a Rothko painting

The atmosphere is remarkably like a color field, after all.

01.06.2026 20

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