A 13-year-old Seattle Mariners fan turned a free ballpark giveaway into a five-figure payday after a rare rookie card featuring the city’s viral raccoon sensation sold for a whopping $21,100. The one-of-one gold “Jimothy” rookie card sold on eBay Sunday night after drawing 100 bids, transforming a quirky Mariners promotion into an…

Picture a getaway: rest, relaxation, rejuvenation and much-needed treatments against the backdrop of serene surroundings and no dings from urgent notifications. Sign me up, I say… ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Hollywood has captured my sentiment in ‘Spa Weekend’, a new comedy film that hit big screens earlier in August. It follows the…

People who consume greater amounts of a popular artificial sweetener could face a greater risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study suggests. The research, which was presented at the ESC Cardiology Congress in Germany this week, showed that higher levels of xylitol in the blood were associated with an increased…

A massive tree-covered island mysteriously emerged in a remote Canadian reservoir before vanishing from sight just weeks later. The bizarre floating landmass was spotted in British Columbia’s Williston Reservoir — a sprawling man-made lake north of Mackenzie — earlier this month, according to CBC. Local Rocky Avery said photos and…

Southern shoppers are bracing for a crackdown on junk food. New SNAP restrictions will prohibit some shoppers at Walmart and other major grocery stores from buying certain controversial items in South Carolina. Under the Southern state’s new policy, SNAP shoppers will no longer be able to use their benefits to…

Good manners can go a long way when you’re travelling, and according to a new survey, some tourists have them down to a fine art. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Japanese travellers have been named the world’s politest tourists, with Norway and Switzerland following behind, while other nationalities picked up the top spots…

DEAR ABBY: I respectfully disagree with your response to “Woman’s wedding has been hijacked.” These mothers have no business trying to co-opt the bridal couple’s wedding. If the daughter gives in, it’s only the beginning of these two mothers trying to strong-arm themselves into trying to make future decisions for…

Published on 31/08/2026 – 12:18 GMT+2•Updated 12:59 Planning a ferry trip between Great Britain and Ireland? You might want to check your passport before you head to the port. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT From 28 September 2026, passengers on some ferry routes will need to show a valid passport before boarding, bringing…

The freezer can help food last longer, but some kitchen staples may be better off stored elsewhere. Some foods can lose their texture, flavor or overall quality after being frozen and thawed, according to a recent list from food and cooking publication Food & Wine. New Jersey-based Chef Dennis Littley, a…

There’s a reason that a safari is at the top of many people’s travel bucket lists. Wildlife encounters – the truly wild ones, where you see animals in their natural habitat – can only be described as magical. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT While the Big Five dominate the conversation, it’s a wide,…