Millions of out-of-work Americans are being surprised by new information. The $600 a week they were relying on receiving through the end of July is …
Read moreWeekly $600 unemployment payments are ending sooner than expected
At one time, New York City was considered the epicenter of the coronavirus epidemic. Now, the city has reported no new deaths due to COVID-19 …
Read moreNew York City reported no new COVID-19 deaths for the first time since March
A North Carolina sixth-grader has won a $20,000 grand prize for her invention that’ll help prevent children from dying in hot cars. Lydia Denton won …
Read moreSixth-grader wins $20,000 grand prize for invention that’ll help prevent deaths in hot cars
In 1910, history was made when the Navy designated the first naval aviator. Now, more than a century later, another historic event has occurred as …
Read moreMeet the Navy’s first-ever Black female fighter pilot
Earlier this year, HGTV announced that it was on the hunt for a small town in need of a makeover. Ben and Erin Napier of …
Read moreHGTV has announced the town that will get a makeover on ‘Home Town Takeover’
During times of stress, many of us seek out the things that remind us comfortingly of our childhoods. Luckily for ’90s kids, there is an …
Read more‘Supermarket Sweep’ episodes are now available on Netflix
After the pilot aired in 1988, “The Wonder Years” became one of the most popular programs on television. TV Guide named it as one of …
David Nelson and Nicole Anderson have been charged with a hate crime after they destroyed a “Black Lives Matter” mural in Martinez, California. On July …
Read more2 people who vandalized a Black Lives Matter mural charged with a hate crime
More than ever, hand sanitizer has become a must-have for millions of people. Businesses that formerly made other products, such as perfume or liquor, have …
There is something magical about ice cream, isn’t there? It comes in dozens of flavors and just makes us feel happy inside. Now, Baskin-Robbins has …
Read moreBaskin-Robbins just debuted new ice cream ‘creature creations’
Remember watching “Bill Nye the Science Guy” back in the ’90s? Well, the Science Guy is causing quite the sensation with his recent videos about …
Read more‘Science Guy’ Bill Nye posts viral TikTok videos about face masks
All Starbucks locations will require customers to wear masks as of July 15, making the coffee giant the first national restaurant chain to require face …
Read moreStarbucks is the first national restaurant chain to require masks in all locations
Now that “Modern Family” has officially come to an end, star Jesse Tyler Ferguson has begun his own real-life modern family. Ferguson welcomed his first …
Read moreJesse Tyler Ferguson and husband Justin Mikita welcome baby boy
In March, Virginia became the fourth state to ban natural hair discrimination when it passed The Crown Act. The ban on hair discrimination went into …
Read moreVirginia is the first Southern state to ban natural hair discrimination
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Read moreJimmy and Rosalynn Carter are the longest-married presidential couple
In the wake of George Floyd‘s death in the hands of Minneapolis police officers, protestors across the country have sought to bring awareness to racial …
Read moreJustin Timberlake calls for the removal of Confederate monuments
The University of California (UC) has announced that Michael V. Drake has been unanimously voted by the UC Board of Regents as the new president …
Read moreThe University of California has named its first Black president
The coronavirus pandemic has put a damper on this year’s summer concert season, but some artists are finding innovative ways to entertain their fans. Back …
Read moreBlake Shelton, Gwen Stefani and Trace Adkins are putting on a drive-in concert
We may only be halfway through 2020, but with the year we’ve all had, there’s no shame in looking toward the future. For me, that …
Read moreHershey’s is introducing new Halloween candy, including Vampire Kisses and Franken-cups
Break out your wands — or rather, your eyeshadow brushes. Ulta has just released a new line of Harry Potter-themed products. From brilliantly-hued eyeshadow palettes …
Read moreUlta just released a new Harry Potter-inspired makeup collection
The WNBA is planning a special gesture to honor Breonna Taylor, the 26-year-old Black woman who was fatally shot after officers performed a “no-knock” search …
Read moreWNBA players will wear Breonna Taylor’s name on their jerseys
If you have been eagerly awaiting the chance to replace your smartphone until the newest iPhone is announced and released, you will likely need a …
Read moreApple’s iPhone 12 expected to be late due to pandemic
Getting out to see a movie is a luxury we haven’t experienced in a long time thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. Theaters in the U.S. …
Read moreParis is hosting a ‘boat-in’ movie night on the Seine
Eight-time Olympic gold medalist and former sprinter Usain Bolt has welcomed a daughter with his girlfriend, Kasi Bennett — and her name is, well, perfect. …
Read moreUsain Bolt just shared a picture of his baby daughter — and her name is perfect
Nothing makes a treat even more special than Funfetti. Simply adding the colorful sprinkles to whatever you’re making can jazz up just about anything, from …
The phrase “master bedroom” typically refers to the main and largest bedroom in a home. Although the term has been commonly used for many years, …
Read moreSome realtors are dropping the term ‘master bedroom’ from listings
The filmed version of Broadway’s “Hamilton” dropped on Disney+ on July 3, and fans everywhere are now getting the chance to experience the hit musical. …
Read moreThis little girl had a priceless reaction to seeing an Asian American actor in ‘Hamilton’
Amidst all the coronavirus heartbreak, here’s a good news story: After a tough battle with COVID-19, a Houston woman is now a mom to healthy …
Read moreTexas mom beat COVID-19, then gave birth to triplets
Fans of “The Office” can’t seem to get enough of their favorite show, and we can’t blame them. “The Office” is still one of the …
Read moreNew ‘Office’ podcast hosted by the actor who played Kevin
When “Dead to Me” debuted on Netflix last year, the dark comedy instantly became a cult favorite. Jen and Judy, portrayed by Christina Applegate and …
The Environmental Protection Agency announced the first approved surface disinfectant to fight COVID-19. In a press release, the agency listed Lysol Disinfectant Spray and Lysol Disinfectant Max …
Read moreEPA says 2 Lysol sprays are effective in killing coronavirus on surfaces
Taco Bell just announced a super-cheesy new option to its menu: the Grilled Cheese Burrito. The new burrito combines all of the flavors and textures …
On July 5, the world learned that Nick Cordero had lost his long battle with COVID-19. The Broadway actor’s wife, Amanda Kloots, shared the devastating …
Read moreIn their final text exchange, Nick Cordero asked friend Zach Braff to look after his family
Since the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 25, 2020, anti-racism protests have been held in more than 300 U.S. cities. Meanwhile, …
Read moreResearch shows protests did not cause spike in COVID-19 cases
Oscar-nominated director Ava DuVernay is working on a new Netflix series about NFL star Colin Kaepernick. The six-episode series, “Colin in Black & White,” will …
Read moreAva DuVernay is working on a Netflix series about Colin Kaepernick
July is an especially busy month for night sky watchers and astronomers alike. Anyone who stayed up after the fireworks on the Fourth of July …
Read moreEvery astronomical event happening in July—and how to see them
While summer no doubt looks different for most of us this year, for kids, it can be hard to understand why they’re not spending time …
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Even though the Wisconsin State Fair is canceled, you will still be able to get more of those absolute “must-have” items to ease the disappointment. …
Read moreWith state fair canceled, Wisconsin is selling fair food at a drive-thru
In recent years, coloring books and jigsaw puzzles have emerged as great activities to relax and express creativity — for adults, mind you. Now, Legos …
For families missing the big screen, Walmart is set to debut its drive-in movie tour this summer. In a release posted to their website, Walmart said …
Read moreWalmart is turning hundreds of store parking lots into drive-in movie theaters
If anyone is getting frustrated with people refusing to social distance or wear a face-covering in public — particularly as new COVID-19 cases hit record …
Read moreTom Hanks criticizes people for not social distancing: ‘Shame on you’
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Read moreSnack Pack pudding now comes in colorful mermaid-inspired flavors
It’s never too late to live your truth. Kenneth Felts proved that when he came out as gay in a recent Facebook post that he …
M-I-C- See what’s new at Pyrex Home. K-E-Y- Why? Because it’s adorable. Mickey Mouse adorns a unique collection of Pyrex storage containers that any Disney …
Read morePyrex released a brand new vintage-inspired Mickey Mouse collection
U.S. Senators Ron Johnson and James Lankford have proposed canceling Columbus Day and replacing it with Juneteenth. Johnson and Lankford, both Republicans, made the suggestion in an …
Read moreLawmakers propose cancelling Columbus Day as a federal holiday
We’re all looking for positive ways to keep busy this summer and here’s an activity that will also help you brighten the day of an …
Read moreRetirement community residents are looking for pen pals during social distancing
For those of us who are tired of our own cooking after following stay-at-home orders, any easy ideas for changing up the weeknight dinner routine …
Read moreOld El Paso has new taco kits with flavors from Japan, Korea and the Caribbean
The COVID-19 pandemic has deprived us of so many things we usually take for granted — like a trip to the salon to get our …
To mark the 100th anniversary of the Negro Leagues, four former presidents tipped their caps to their hometown baseball teams and favorite players on social …
Read moreFormer presidents tipped their caps for the 100th anniversary of baseball’s Negro Leagues
No matter how you make it — burned marshmallow, barely toasted marshmallow, so much chocolate you can barely eat it — s’mores are a summertime …
Read moreHostess to debut s’mores cupcakes with toasted-marshmallow filling