DC restaurant dining plunges as Trump's crime crackdown continues, data shows
The number of patrons dining out in D.C. has plummeted since President Trump deployed federal troops across the city, according to research conducted by OpenTable.
The number of patrons dining out in D.C. has plummeted since President Trump deployed federal troops across the city, according to research conducted by OpenTable.
Most parents fall into debt for their children: Survey
A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."
A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."
'Skibidi' and 'tradwife' among 6,000 new words added to Cambridge dictionary
Cambridge Dictionary has added more than 6,000 new words this year, reflecting how quickly the English language is changing.
Cambridge Dictionary has added more than 6,000 new words this year, reflecting how quickly the English language is changing.
Ohio Chick-fil-A ruffles feathers with teen chaperone policy
An Ohio Chick-fil-A upset locals this back-to-school season by reminding customers of its "teen chaperone policy."
An Ohio Chick-fil-A upset locals this back-to-school season by reminding customers of its "teen chaperone policy."
'The Last Dance': North America’s largest powwow to close after 4 decades
Organizers of the Gathering of Nations, North America’s largest powwow, announced the 2026 event will be its last after 43 years in Albuquerque.
Organizers of the Gathering of Nations, North America’s largest powwow, announced the 2026 event will be its last after 43 years in Albuquerque.
10-year-old chess prodigy defeats 60-year-old grandmaster
At 10 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan has become the youngest female chess player to defeat a grandmaster.
At 10 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan has become the youngest female chess player to defeat a grandmaster.
Krispy Kreme unveils 'Harry Potter' inspired donut collection
The latest treats from Krispy Kreme are available in five flavors and here’s how you can get them.
The latest treats from Krispy Kreme are available in five flavors and here’s how you can get them.
Hayley McNeff, champion bodybuilder and life coach, dead at 37
McNeff’s death was described as "unexpected but peaceful."
McNeff’s death was described as "unexpected but peaceful."
Hershey unveils new twist on Halloween candy classics
Harry Potter and Charlie Brown are among the icons joining (and returning to) the candy crew this season.
Harry Potter and Charlie Brown are among the icons joining (and returning to) the candy crew this season.
Virginia Beach aims to remove 'vulgar' t-shirt, booty-shorts displays from storefronts
The Virginia Beach City Council has approved a resolution requesting that Oceanfront shops voluntarily remove vulgar clothing and other risqué merchandise from their storefronts.
The Virginia Beach City Council has approved a resolution requesting that Oceanfront shops voluntarily remove vulgar clothing and other risqué merchandise from their storefronts.
Kellogg's signs deal to remove toxic dyes from cereals
Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.
Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.
Former Oakland flight attendants hope to be 'America's Favorite Couple'
Billy and Brenda Marshall hope to be “America's Favorite Couple." They met 22 years ago at the Oakland International Airport.
Billy and Brenda Marshall hope to be “America's Favorite Couple." They met 22 years ago at the Oakland International Airport.
Amtrak's new NextGen Acela to debut Aug. 28: Routes between DC, Philly, NYC
Amtrak is gearing up to launch its new NextGen Acela fleet, which promises to revolutionize train travel on the Northeast Corridor. Starting Thursday, August 28, the first of 28 new trains will begin service, connecting Washington, D.C., New York City, and Philadelphia.
Amtrak is gearing up to launch its new NextGen Acela fleet, which promises to revolutionize train travel on the Northeast Corridor. Starting Thursday, August 28, the first of 28 new trains will begin service, connecting Washington, D.C., New York City, and Philadelphia.
Mexico travel advisory raised to Level 2 amid safety concerns
The updated travel advisory includes popular destinations including Los Cabos and Cancún.
The updated travel advisory includes popular destinations including Los Cabos and Cancún.
Spirit Airlines warns it may not survive another year
The low-cost carrier filed for bankruptcy in November 2024 after failed merger attempts with JetBlue and Frontier.
The low-cost carrier filed for bankruptcy in November 2024 after failed merger attempts with JetBlue and Frontier.
"Hell of a shame:" AriZona iced tea’s 99-cent price may finally end
The company founder blames Trump's proposed aluminum tariffs for the potential first price hike since the early 1990s.
The company founder blames Trump's proposed aluminum tariffs for the potential first price hike since the early 1990s.
DC Restaurant Week starts August 18th with dining deals and a jazz twist
The flavors of the District are taking center stage as DC Restaurant Week returns for its 2025 summer edition, inviting diners to explore the region’s culinary scene with prix-fixe menus, live music, and an exclusive giveaway.
The flavors of the District are taking center stage as DC Restaurant Week returns for its 2025 summer edition, inviting diners to explore the region’s culinary scene with prix-fixe menus, live music, and an exclusive giveaway.
Chick-fil-A launching fall menu featuring new drink, sandwich
Chick-fil-A’s new fall limited-time menu launches nationwide this month with returning favorites and new items.
Chick-fil-A’s new fall limited-time menu launches nationwide this month with returning favorites and new items.
These are the best states to live in for 2025, study finds
The study compared all 50 states based on dozens of key indicators including, healthcare, education and quality of life.
The study compared all 50 states based on dozens of key indicators including, healthcare, education and quality of life.
New York woman unearths 2.30-carat diamond for her engagement ring
A 31-year-old Manhattan woman achieved a two-year dream by finding a 2.30-carat white diamond at Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park.
A 31-year-old Manhattan woman achieved a two-year dream by finding a 2.30-carat white diamond at Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park.