McDonald’s is quietly ending the era of self-serve soda fountains nationwide. The shift, years in the making, is part of a broader effort by McDonald’s to modernize its restaurants, reduce labor and maintenance demands, and adapt to changing consumer habits that increasingly favor takeout, delivery and drive-thru service over dining…

A Spirit Airlines captain whose retirement flight was scrapped by the carrier’s sudden shutdown got an unexpected sendoff as a Southwest crew stepped in to honor his decades in the cockpit. Capt. Jon Jackson was supposed to fly his final trip before retirement but instead found himself seated in the…

Gas prices are entering the summer driving season at record levels, with the national average hitting $4.45 on May 2—the highest ever for that date. That’s up about $1.28 from a year ago, according to AAA, with prices rising across nearly every region.OIL, GAS PRICES JUMP AS TRUMP FLIRTS WITH…

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani built his political agenda by taking aim at billionaires. Now he’s praising one for backing the police. Last week, Mamdani publicly thanked Citadel billionaire Ken Griffin for supporting police funding, a moment that flew somewhat under the radar but offered a glimpse into a…

Americans shopping for smartphones, laptops or even home appliances may soon start feeling the effects of the Iran conflict – not just at the gas pump, but at the checkout screen. A disruption to an essential component in electronics – printed circuit boards (PCBs) – is driving up costs across…

A major blue city saw its population shrink last year after two years of strong growth. New York City’s population declined in 2025, resulting in a net loss of about 12,000 people. The drop follows post-pandemic gains of 70,000 in 2023 and 163,000 in 2024, driven largely by increased immigration,…

Disneyland visitors will experience a handful of closures this summer as popular rides and shows at the California park temporarily shut down for refurbishment. Two attractions — Pixie Hollow and the well-loved “Fantasmic” show — will have limited operations in May, according to the Disneyland website.The changes come as other…

Harley-Davidson is recalling nearly 90,000 motorcycles due to a defect that could cause oil to eject and increase the risk of injury, federal regulators said. The recall covers 88,039 motorcycles, including certain 2024–2026 FLTRX and FLHX models, 2025–2026 FXBR and FLFB models, and other select bikes equipped with an airbox…

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., is under fire after Spirit Airlines abruptly shut down, with critics citing her claim that blocking a merger that could have saved the troubled carrier was “a Biden win for flyers.” Spirit announced early Saturday it would cease operations immediately, canceling all flights and shutting down…

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a number of relief measures for Spirit Airlines customers in the wake of the beleaguered airline’s impending closure.  The four major U.S. airlines — United, Delta, JetBlue and Southwest — “are all capping ticket prices specifically for Spirit customers who now need to rebook canceled…