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The axed Coca-Cola drink that still sparks nostalgia for fans

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…

The world’s best places for cold-water dips revealed

Forget infinity pools and overheated spas – travellers are increasingly chasing the thrill of an icy plunge instead. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT As the wellness travel trend shifts towards more adventurous experiences, cold-water swimming and wild bathing are having a serious moment, with holidaymakers seeking out crystal-clear lakes, sea pools and glacial…

Here’s why restaurant diners are ditching wine bottles for the table

People aren’t ordering a bottle of wine for the table the way they used to, according to a new report. But industry experts say restaurants are making up for the revenue shortfall in other ways. “We believe habits have shifted away from a group ordering a bottle of (typically red) wine to share…

Dear Abby: Should I leave my husband for my new ‘best friend’?

DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 11 years. Most of them were good. Two years ago, my husband started drinking again. It has caused a lot of problems, including a DUI, and my family won’t come around anymore. I’m feeling incredibly isolated. I recently met someone. He has become…

Chow down dirt cheap as iconic LA eatery celebrates huge milestone

It was a birthday bash of epic, chili-drenched proportions. Original Tommy’s, the legendary Southern California staple known for its famous famous bean-less chili, celebrated its 80th anniversary at its first location in Central Los Angeles Friday. To mark eight decades of serving hungry Angelenos, the iconic chain slashed its prices,…