Will bananas go extinct? Fungal disease threatens popular variety, scientists warn

The Cavendish banana – which accounts for just under half of all global production – faces a serious threat. A similar disease killed its predecessor, the Gros Michele variety.

Where to claim your Halloween freebies in the DC area

Don't miss out on these spooky Halloween freebies and deals from some of the nation’s largest fast food chains on Oct. 31. Here's where you can claim your Halloween freebies in the D.C. area.

Oysters distributed to 10 states recalled over salmonella, E. coli concerns

Health officials in Canada tested the oysters earlier this month and found "the presence of Salmonella and unacceptable levels of generic E. coli," the FDA said.

How to get a free taco from Taco Bell during 2023 World Series

Friday is Game 1 of the World Series, and fans could win a free Doritos Locos Taco. Here’s how the “Steal a Base, Steal a Taco" promo works.

Eminem launches 'Mom's Spaghetti' pasta sauce

Mom’s Spaghetti is an ode to the 2002 song “Lose Yourself,” which won an Oscar for best original song in the movie “8 Mile.”

McDonald's ditching one of its most recognizable utensils

The switch at McDonald's is part of how the company is redesigning some of its most "iconic products" to cut back on unnecessary waste and transition to more sustainable materials.

UFC announces Bud Light as its official beer in partnership with Anheuser-Busch

UFC CEO Dana White said there were many reasons for the partnership, including how the companies "are very aligned when it comes to our core values and what the UFC brand stands for."

A brief history of loving (and hating) candy corn

"I love candy corn even though it looks like it should taste like a candle," one fan explained. "I also like that many people hate it. It makes me like it even more!"

Here's what grocery shoppers are willing to spend a little more cash for

Even as food prices remain high, many Americans aren't afraid to spend a little more money to get these brand-name food products instead of the generic versions.

Pizza Hut will now stay open until midnight or later in the US

The pizza chain hopes to become the late-night dining spot for hungry Gen Z customers, staying open as late as 2 a.m. in some locations.

Chick-fil-A releases its first-ever cookbook

The new “Extra Helpings” cookbook comes with 26 recipes for breakfasts, side dishes, dinners and desserts, as well as “a few classic Chick-fil-A recipes” from the menu.

Pepper X marks the spot as South Carolina pepper guru beats his own Guinness Book heat record

Pepper expert Ed Currie said he ate a Pepper X and felt the heat for three-and-a-half hours. Pepper X was named the hottest pepper in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records.

Taco Bell is giving away free breakfast tacos on Tuesdays – here's how to get one

Taco Bell is celebrating Taco Tuesday with its new Toasted Breakfast Taco, which features eggs, melted cheese and the option of bacon, sausage, or potato in a grilled tortilla.