What better way to celebrate America’s 250th birthday than by owning a piece of Lady Liberty? Americans can now own a piece of history, thanks to Alchemist Mint, a precious metals operation based in Rhode Island. The mint announced last week that it will be making a limited-edition coin, named…

For years, we’ve been hearing about travel trends that involve getting off the grid like deadzoning or digital detoxing. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Think it’s time to put your money where your mouth is? Then you might be interested in this Greek island that’s up for grabs. Makri, which is part of…

DEAR ABBY: My sister-in-law, “Carla,” has had a “girlfriend,” “Susan,” for the past year who she has never met or spoken to. They only text. Carla says they plan to be married when they meet, which is canceled repeatedly. When I have asked, Carla has confusing reasons why they can’t…

As fears mount over jet fuel price surges, more and more European travellers are opting for short-haul or domestic travel this summer, according to Airbnb. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT New data from the short-term let booking platform has shown that 25% of travellers in countries including France, Germany, Sweden, Portugal and the…

One of Europe’s most crowded tourist cities is cracking down on cruises and their passengers, with the mayor of the city pushing to fast-track a tax hike on short-stay passengers. Barcelona mayor Jaume Collboni on Wednesday said he wants cruise passengers to pay up to $9.30 (8 euros) per night, a…

Since it started in 2012, The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride has raised over $60 million for men’s health. Dan Abraham is riding for his 12th year. He says he is riding for men’s health, suicide prevention and prostate cancer awareness. Kris Noble rode in the event for his first time. Noble…

They’re living large. While most Americans are struggling to make ends meet these days, the ultra-rich are living life, many unaware of how out of touch their day-to-day habits and actions are. In the r/AskReddit forum on Reddit, one curious user asked those who work in “ultra wealthy households, talking…

Back to the good old days. 2026 has proven to be the year of nostalgia. Youngsters are resorting to old-school tech like vintage flip phones and iPods. Others are returning to analog hobbies and activities. Even beloved restaurant chain Pizza Hut is going back in time, reverting to its retro…

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people — including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.This week’s quiz highlights Knicks knowledge, sitcom similarities — and a whole lot more.Can you get all 8 questions right?Give it…

A popular Minute Maid citrus drink that vanished from store shelves decades ago still lives on in the memories of kids who grew up drinking it in the 1980s. Coca-Cola, Minute Maid’s parent company, quietly discontinued Five Alive around 1995.  But nostalgic social media posts keep wondering why. “When did Five Alive…