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 popular personalities, retro revivals — and more.Can you get all 8 questions right?Give it a try and…

DEAR ABBY: After a nearly 20-year marriage, my first husband, “Lloyd,” told me his feelings for me had changed. He said we needed “some time apart,” but he didn’t want a divorce. He immediately went to a lawyer and executed a financial settlement for me, still insisting he wasn’t going…

It’s been a massive year for sport in 2026, with both the Winter Olympics and FIFA World Cup held over the past six months. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Even non-sporting fans are getting in on the sports tourism action, with people travelling to soak up the atmosphere at baseball games in Japan,…

A nationwide explosive diarrhea crisis that has left thousands clinging to their toilets and hospitalized others also seems to have another victim: lettuce growers in California. Some like Larry Cox, who runs Coastline Family Farms in Salinas Valley, are trashing their lettuce crop and throwing the vegetables back into the soil…

Southwest passengers will need to book it to their booking a few minutes earlier. The budget airline is attempting to beat back unnecessary delays by asking customers to arrive at their departure gate exactly 5 minutes earlier than the previous protocol stated. The new procedure comes as an increasing number…

America: the land of the free (and the home of the brave). The land of opportunity. A nation of immigrants. A country built on life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. A country built on slavery. Democratic. Republican. Once great. Still great. Great again. Never great. United. Divided. Under threat. Stronger…

Germany’s lesser-known islands offer exactly what many people are looking for today: less hustle and bustle, more nature and authentic experiences. Whether it’s the Wadden Sea on the North Sea coast, a Baltic Sea beach or quiet countryside, for a short break it is often the smaller islands that provide…

DEAR ABBY: I am living in total dysfunction with my daughter (32) and husband (75). I am retired and going on 76. My daughter will not work and is controlling my life. She has OCD and refuses medication. It’s so bad that she has become completely dependent on me. She…

If all goes to plan, the Golden State could be beautified even further by up to three new state parks — and the California State Parks wants Californians’ input on the process. California State Parks recently launched a visioning survey, according to Secret Los Angeles. It’s called the State Parks…

Windows wound down, the wind in your hair and a sweep of scintillating sea beside you, summer is the season for road trips. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Europe’s islands make for prime driving spots, with ancient coastlines, volcanic mountain passes, and intriguing villages. To find the best for road-trippers, car rental company…