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TOP VIDEOS: Five July Morning Sprint episodes you should watch ASAP
Read full article: TOP VIDEOS: Five July Morning Sprint episodes you should watch ASAPThe Morning Sprint is filled with laughter, smiles, and stories you definitely don’t want to miss. We know you’re busy, though, so let’s save you some time! Here are five of this month’s top Morning Sprint episodes.
NASA confirms loud boom in Rio Grande Valley was 1,000-pound meteor; several meteorites found
Read full article: NASA confirms loud boom in Rio Grande Valley was 1,000-pound meteor; several meteorites foundNASA has confirmed that a flash of light and loud boom reported in the skies near McAllen on Feb. 15 was a meteor.
I rode the giant slide on Belle Isle in Detroit and survived
Read full article: I rode the giant slide on Belle Isle in Detroit and survivedYou’ve seen the viral videos. You laughed, you cringed and you probably thought to yourself that there’s no way you’d go down that giant slide in Detroit after watching people tumble down it and land on their backs and butts.
The internet (and myself) cannot get enough of little kid obsessed with corn
Read full article: The internet (and myself) cannot get enough of little kid obsessed with cornEvery once and a while something goes viral on the internet that you truly cannot stop thinking about, and for me, it’s this video of a little boy describing the joys of eating corn on the cob.
We asked about the nurses who’ve touched your lives. These responses will make you feel things.
Read full article: We asked about the nurses who’ve touched your lives. These responses will make you feel things.National Nurses Day is Friday -- so first of all, if you have a nurse in your life who deserves some recognition, today is the day!
It’s a hangout, not a hangover: Could a sober bar be coming to a town near you?
Read full article: It’s a hangout, not a hangover: Could a sober bar be coming to a town near you?If you were to casually stroll into Inmoxicated, you might not necessarily realize that there’s no alcohol – at least, not right away.
Sisters take story time to Facebook Live so no child has to miss out
Read full article: Sisters take story time to Facebook Live so no child has to miss outBedtime stories are a fond memory many of us have from our childhood, and on the same note, it’s a memory many of us want to give our children, as well.
There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problems
Read full article: There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problemsWhen life gets too stressful, imaging that you're on vacation at an exotic remote location while drinking copious amounts of wine can be the best medicine for getting through a rough day.
How to improve your ‘Wordle’ game -- plus, some of the best starting words
Read full article: How to improve your ‘Wordle’ game -- plus, some of the best starting wordsIt seems as though Wordle has swept the internet: Everywhere you turn, you see people posting that little box grid, showing off their final score, and what it took to get there.
Still haven’t seen ‘Encanto’? The new season of ‘Cheer’? All the shows and movies you need to watch ASAP
Read full article: Still haven’t seen ‘Encanto’? The new season of ‘Cheer’? All the shows and movies you need to watch ASAPJanuary always feels like the longest month of the year, and since we’re almost at the end, you’re probably looking for some new shows or movies to watch to ease your boredom.
How does ‘Jeopardy!’ champion Amy Schneider’s historic run compare to the other big winners?
Read full article: How does ‘Jeopardy!’ champion Amy Schneider’s historic run compare to the other big winners?Current “Jeopardy!” powerhouse Amy Schneider made history once again earlier this week when she won her 39th game, becoming the contestant with the second-most consecutive victories of all time.
Wordle is the internet’s newest obsession, and you have to start playing it
Read full article: Wordle is the internet’s newest obsession, and you have to start playing itOver the past few weeks, you may have seen people share an image on social media like the one seen above, with the word “Wordle” attached to it, and been very confused.
The internet’s first feud of 2022 is between Elmo and a pet rock
Read full article: The internet’s first feud of 2022 is between Elmo and a pet rockLook, life as we know it right now is pretty insane. Omicron is raging across the country, it didn’t even feel like 2021 happened and America’s sweetheart, Betty White, is dead.
How much do you remember from 2021? Take our pop culture quiz now
Read full article: How much do you remember from 2021? Take our pop culture quiz nowLook, SO much happened this year that it’s hard to believe 2021 is coming to a close. Are we still processing what went down in 2020? Absolutely. But 2022 is around the corner, and it’s time to reminisce about the year we just had.
We need to talk about the first two episodes of ‘Sex and the City’ reboot ‘And Just Like That’
Read full article: We need to talk about the first two episodes of ‘Sex and the City’ reboot ‘And Just Like That’After watching the first two episodes of the highly anticipated “Sex and the City” reboot “And Just Like That,” we couldn’t help but wonder: Is this the best reboot of a beloved TV show about to happen?
Grab some tissues because Adele’s new song is out and everyone is crying
Read full article: Grab some tissues because Adele’s new song is out and everyone is cryingWe all knew Adele was going to break our hearts when her single from the highly anticipated new album debuted, but wow -- we didn’t think it was going to hurt this bad!
Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ proves that Americans will watch foreign language films and TV shows
Read full article: Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ proves that Americans will watch foreign language films and TV showsIf you’ve been on social media the past few days, then you’ve more than likely heard about the new TV show that people are binging on Netflix: “Squid Game.”
This video of Steve from ‘Blue’s Clues’ apologizing to millennials everywhere will bring tears to your eyes
Read full article: This video of Steve from ‘Blue’s Clues’ apologizing to millennials everywhere will bring tears to your eyesSomeone grab a box of tissues, because this video of Steve from the classic Nick Jr. show “Blue’s Clues” just made a bunch of millennials who grew up watching the show cry their eyes out.
Flight attendant who narrowly escaped working 9/11 flight walks beverage cart from Boston to NYC
Read full article: Flight attendant who narrowly escaped working 9/11 flight walks beverage cart from Boston to NYCPaul Veneto, a former flight attendant, barely missed being on one of the flights that went down on Sept. 11, 2001.
You paid HOW much over asking? Tell us your wild housing market stories here
Read full article: You paid HOW much over asking? Tell us your wild housing market stories hereWe’ve all heard about it by now: Houses are selling like crazy (and they have been for quite some time), interest rates have been at all-time lows, and it seems like everywhere you turn, you learn of another wild real estate story.
What did your office look like when you returned to work for the first time?
Read full article: What did your office look like when you returned to work for the first time?It seems like more and more people are heading back to the office in some capacity, and it probably felt a little bit foreign for those who haven’t seen their co-workers in real life in more than a year.
9 characters we hope come back for the ‘Sex and the City’ reboot
Read full article: 9 characters we hope come back for the ‘Sex and the City’ rebootSarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis are back filming the “Sex and the City” reboot called “And Just Like That,” and fans of the beloved series are pumped to see most of the cast back together.
What exactly was Mark Zuckerberg riding in that viral Fourth of July video?
Read full article: What exactly was Mark Zuckerberg riding in that viral Fourth of July video?If you’ve been scrolling around on social media this month, then you may have noticed that over the Fourth of July weekend, Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg was riding on some sort of wakeboard on a lake with an American flag in tow.
Woman looking to adopt dog ends up reuniting with one she’d lost two years earlier
Read full article: Woman looking to adopt dog ends up reuniting with one she’d lost two years earlierAfter losing her dog two years earlier, a Pennsylvania woman was yearning to find a new puppy for her and her two sons to play with.
The internet’s response to an HBO Max intern flub is hilariously heartwarming
Read full article: The internet’s response to an HBO Max intern flub is hilariously heartwarmingDid you receive an odd email from HBO Max last week? Apparently quite a few people did, and the streaming service gave the most honest excuse: They blamed it on the intern.
5 thoughtful things you can do for your father that cost little to no money
Read full article: 5 thoughtful things you can do for your father that cost little to no moneyIf there’s anything we learned when we asked dads what they really want for Father’s Day, it’s that, often, expensive gifts aren't necessarily it.
National Loving Day isn’t just a random sweet holiday. Here’s the deeper story, and why you’ll want to celebrate.
Read full article: National Loving Day isn’t just a random sweet holiday. Here’s the deeper story, and why you’ll want to celebrate.A lot has changed since the 1960s. And the world can change quickly, too. If there has ever been a time when that is clear, it’s now.
Now is the perfect time to get caught up on HBO’s ‘Mare of Easttown’
Read full article: Now is the perfect time to get caught up on HBO’s ‘Mare of Easttown’You may have seen folks chatting about HBO’s latest prestige drama on social media the past few weeks, and wondered to yourself, “Who or what is Mare, and where in the world is Easttown?”
This genius TikTok will teach you how to get your bathroom smelling better than ever
Read full article: This genius TikTok will teach you how to get your bathroom smelling better than everTikTok is great for so many things. There are cooking tutorial videos, makeup tips and, obviously, videos that will make you laugh.
‘Friends’ cast will finally begin filming a reunion this week, report says
Read full article: ‘Friends’ cast will finally begin filming a reunion this week, report says“Friends” fanatics, we have some of the most exciting news you might hear all week: The cast is reuniting this week to begin filming the reunion special.
You can stop by this shop every day for a free doughnut after you get your COVID-19 vaccine
Read full article: You can stop by this shop every day for a free doughnut after you get your COVID-19 vaccineThere are plenty of benefits to reap from getting the COVID-19 vaccine, but we’re about to throw another one at you: If you provide your vaccine card at any U.S. Krispy Kreme location, you can get a free original glazed doughnut.
What’s at the top of your post-pandemic bucket list? Fill us in
Read full article: What’s at the top of your post-pandemic bucket list? Fill us inTo think of a world in which there’s no longer a COVID-19 pandemic. With vaccines now rolling out all over the country, as well as becoming available to more and more people, some have begun to talk about a post-pandemic life -- words we couldn’t imagine uttering (much less living) just a few months ago. Shall we go so far as to say there’s light at the end of the tunnel? So now we ask: What is at the top of your bucket list, if you will, post-pandemic? Maybe you’re dying to get back to work in person with your colleagues or classmates.
Most magical proposal of all time? Man ‘tweaks’ Disney movie to include himself, his girlfriend -- and it will make you swoon
Read full article: Most magical proposal of all time? Man ‘tweaks’ Disney movie to include himself, his girlfriend -- and it will make you swoonLee Loechler knows his high school sweetheart’s favorite movie is the Disney classic “Sleeping Beauty,” so he took six months to plan and weave a magical marriage proposal into a showing of the flick.
’Our house would’ve been up in flames’: Dog alerts family to small fire behind outlet
Read full article: ’Our house would’ve been up in flames’: Dog alerts family to small fire behind outletIt seems as though, from time to time, we hear remarkable stories about animals rescuing or saving their family. “She’s not really a barker unless she’s talking to us or really excited to see us,” Radel-Pabby said. “(Willow) never goes into the office unless we’re in there. Her boyfriend kept trying to get Willow out of the office, but Radel-Pabby said she kept giving him a warning snap. Eventually, Willow was finally able to turn Radel-Pabby’s boyfriend’s attention to an outlet, behind which a fire had sparked.
SHIPPING DEADLINES: Send your gifts by these dates to make sure they arrive for the holidays
Read full article: SHIPPING DEADLINES: Send your gifts by these dates to make sure they arrive for the holidays[MORE: These 3 apps will help you find the best holiday shopping deals, experts say | Doing a little online shopping? If you’re shipping gifts you want to arrive in time for Christmas, here are some recommended send-by dates for expected delivery by Dec. 25:USPS (excluding Alaska and Hawaii)Domestic Mail Class/Product Send-by Date USPS Retail Ground Service Dec. 15 First-Class Mail Service Dec. 18 Priority Mail Service Dec. 19 Priority Mail Express Service Dec. 23Click here for USPS holiday shipping dates for Alaska and Hawaii, military bases and overseas addresses. UPSShipping Option Send-by Date UPS Ground Dec. 15 UPS 3 Day Select Dec. 21 UPS 2nd Day Air Dec. 22 UPS Next Day Air Dec. 23Click here for more details on UPS holiday shipping. FedEx (U.S. to U.S.)Shipping Option Send-by Date FedEx SmartPost (certain exceptions apply) Dec. 9 FedEx Home Delivery Dec. 15 FedEx Ground Dec. 15 FedEx Express Saver Dec. 21 FedEx 3 Day Freight Dec. 21 FedEx 2 Day Dec. 22 FedEx 2 Day A.M. Dec. 22 FedEx 2 Day Freight Dec. 22 FedEx 1 Day Freight Dec. 23 FedEx Extra Hours Dec. 23 FedEx Standard Overnight Dec. 23 FedEx Priority Overnight Dec. 23 FedEx First Overnight Dec. 23 FedEx SameDay Dec. 25 FedEx SameDay City Priority Dec. 25 FedEx SameDay City Direct Dec. 25Click here to see last-day-to-ship dates if you’re planning to send gifts to Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico or other destinations. AmazonAmazon has not released its 2020 holiday shipping calendar, but last year, the company recommended buyers send products no later than Dec. 22 or Dec. 23 for a Dec. 25 arrival.
LIVE: See the most up-to-date tweets from Trump and Biden right here
Read full article: LIVE: See the most up-to-date tweets from Trump and Biden right hereWe don’t need to tell you that 2020 has been an epic election year. If you’ve kept an eye on social media to stay up to date on all the election happenings, you’ve likely been watching the feeds of President Donald Trump and Democratic Presidential nominee Joe Biden. They both address issues, as well as, at times, take jabs at one another. Regardless, it’s one of the best ways to stay up to date on what’s happening with both nominees. If you want to keep an eye on the latest tweets from both Trump and Biden, we’ve got them for you right here.
13 random Amazon products that real people swear by
Read full article: 13 random Amazon products that real people swear byCharcoal toothpaste has been making the rounds for a while now, so I had to see what the hype was about. Stop buying those (wasteful) throw-away makeup wipes -- this is what you need instead. “(These are) the best and strongest of all the wipes, well-priced, and they are great for so many things. I had about a million moms recommend this stuff, and after trying a few competitors' products, came to confirm that it's truly the best. Email us with your product recommendations and all the reasons why you swear by the stuff.
Here’s why you are going to want to start watching ‘Verzuz’ on Instagram Live right now
Read full article: Here’s why you are going to want to start watching ‘Verzuz’ on Instagram Live right nowWhat started as some entertainment during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic has turned into one of the must-see Instagram Live shows. The premise is pretty simple: two R&B singers or rappers go head-to-head in a friendly battle on Instagram Live, and thousands of people get to sit back at home and enjoy. While the performances are so much fun to watch, what really makes “Verzuz” so entertaining is the chit chat between the stars, as well as the comment section on Instagram Live. It’s pretty surreal to see comments pop in from First Lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Mariah Carey and Viola Davis, but they were watching the same Instagram Live stream as everyone else. We don’t know who will be up next for a “Verzuz” battle, but here’s to hoping we’ll get to witness another epic night.
Space Curious: The origin story of the International Space Station
Read full article: Space Curious: The origin story of the International Space StationThat means most college students today have never known a day without an astronaut orbiting above them on the International Space Station. The International Space Station, or ISS, is just shy of the same length as an American football field and the largest spacecraft ever built. “I felt as an International Space Station, we needed to enter as an international crew.”AdCabana and Krikalev went into the ISS at the same time. “Sergei and I enter side by side, so there was no first person to enter the International Space Station,” Cabana said. Hosted by space reporter Emilee Speck, each episode is designed to inspire everyone, from the space curious to the space fanatics.
Are you Space Curious? Submit your intergalactic questions here
Read full article: Are you Space Curious? Submit your intergalactic questions hereWhat do you want to know about spaceflight and planetary exploration in the era of a new space industry? Space exploration is fueled by the need to answer questions about the great unknown. There’s no need to have a background in physics or a degree in engineering; this is open for the space curious to the space obsessed. Space reporter Emilee Speck will answer your intergalactic questions with help from astronauts, scientists and engineers. Your questions could be featured on Space Curious, a podcast from Graham Media Group and ClickOrlando.com.
Here’s everything you should know before heading to Walt Disney World’s phased reopening
Read full article: Here’s everything you should know before heading to Walt Disney World’s phased reopeningAccording to Disney, buses and monorails will implement a combination of physical distancing and physical barriers to provide separation between guest parties. Ground markings will help promote proper physical distancing in attraction queues at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)In order to provide appropriate social distancing, Walt Disney World is only allowing a limited number of guests to visit each theme park per day. “Ground markings will help promote proper physical distancing throughout the parks, including attraction queues,” Disney said. Guests at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., are encouraged to use cashless payment options whenever possible when making purchases as the parks begin their phased reopening July 11, 2020.
‘Unsolved Mysteries’ is getting a reboot, and it’s bringing new cases to perplex you
Read full article: ‘Unsolved Mysteries’ is getting a reboot, and it’s bringing new cases to perplex youDid you once spend hours watching “Unsolved Mysteries,” speculating what might have actually happened to the victims the show featured? If so, this might just be music to your ears: The show is getting a reboot, and it’s chock-full of brand new cases. “Unsolved Mysteries” was first broadcast in January 1987 and introduced people everywhere to an audience interactive call-to-action in which viewer tips helped to solve real cases. There have also been families reunited, homicide cases solved and people who have been released from prison after having been found wrongly convicted. [Watch the trailer below]These are “real cases of perplexing disappearances, shocking murders and paranormal encounters (that) fuel this revival of the iconic documentary series,” the teaser on Netflix says.
This interactive map shows where travel is restricted around the world amid pandemic
Read full article: This interactive map shows where travel is restricted around the world amid pandemicWhere is travel restricted? The International Air Transport Association -- the trade association for the world’s airlines, representing nearly 82% of total air traffic -- has created an interactive map that shows where in the world travel is restricted. There are four ways -- shown by color -- in which the map shows how restrictive the travel is in each area:Totally restrictivePartially restrictiveNot restrictiveLatest updates currently under reviewWhat information does the map actually give you? Are you interested in traveling out of the country sometime soon -- or at any point in the future, amid the coronavirus pandemic? While this map is a helpful tool for future travelers, regulations around the world change quickly, so it’s important to visit local government websites of the areas you plan on visiting before booking travel.
Would you know what to do during a tornado? We have tips
Read full article: Would you know what to do during a tornado? We have tipsAs mid-May arrives, tornado season begins to reach its peak, proving to be a big threat, and nearly every state in the United States can experience a tornado. Having said that, do you know the safest things you can do for you and your family should a tornado strike near your home? Because of that, it’s smart to consider what room may be safest for you, in the event of a tornado. Mobile homes are simply not designed to withstand a tornado or strong winds in severe storms. [WATCH: When you see a tornado while driving, here’s what to do]The time to find shelter is when you are under a tornado warning, so while all of this is helpful information, the best thing you can do is know the signs before a tornado hits.
Going gray a little sooner than expected? Join the ‘grombre’ movement
Read full article: Going gray a little sooner than expected? Join the ‘grombre’ movementMeet Martha Truslow Smith, a graphic designer from North Carolina who got her first gray hair at the age of 14, as she wrote once on social media. Smith started coloring her hair to hide what was happening, but instead of gaining assurance, she felt anxious and misrepresented. Yes, Smith decided to stop fighting nature: by embracing the gray, and letting it grow out, regardless of her age. She started an Instagram account to document her journey -- you can find Smith @grombre -- and, get ready for this, at last check, the page had about 193,000 followers. Going “grombre,” by the way, isn’t so much a trend as much as it is a movement.
This is what getting stung by a ‘murder hornet’ looks and feels like
Read full article: This is what getting stung by a ‘murder hornet’ looks and feels likeOn Brave Wilderness’ “Breaking Trail” YouTube show, the host, Coyote Peterson, follows adventure in a variety of wildlife areas. RELATED: “Murder Hornets” are in US; Can the insects possibly migrate to San Antonio or South Texas? He travels across the area for days in search of the hornet until he finally finds one on his last day. To let the hornet sting him. “When the stinger went into my arm, I had a wave come over me and I got super dizzy,” he said.
You can fly: Get a bird’s eye view into a deserted Walt Disney World
Read full article: You can fly: Get a bird’s eye view into a deserted Walt Disney WorldBut one Central Florida pilot was given the opportunity to fly over the happiest place on earth and give us the view we’ve been waiting on. Disney parks have a temporary flight restriction that limits pilots from flying within 3,000 feet of any of the parks. But with Disney parks in the U.S. closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, some pilots have been granted permission by local air traffic control to fly over the deserted theme parks. “I hope this will bring some joy to everyone currently in quarantine and missing the beloved parks.”Seeing an empty Disney World has become a common sight to most of us during quarantine. [MORE: Helicopter pilot shares breathtaking view of Disneyland during coronavirus closure]Walt Disney World has been closed since March 15 after rising concerns about spreading COVID-19.
A quarantine quiz: How much have you been embracing this strange time in our lives?
Read full article: A quarantine quiz: How much have you been embracing this strange time in our lives?But as the coronavirus pandemic continues sweeping the globe, we can’t be the only ones who have found ourselves doing a few out-of-the-ordinary routines and practices. Or conducting virtual happy hours or pulling out that Amazon Kindle from four Christmases ago. We’ll look back on this time someday and it’ll be a strange, beautiful thing we shared: all this “alone, together” business. So with that said, check all the boxes that correspond with activities you’ve done recently. Did you check more boxes than you imagined, or perhaps not as many as you thought you would?
The ‘Tiger King’ reunion special is out and it’s as bonkers as you’d hope
Read full article: The ‘Tiger King’ reunion special is out and it’s as bonkers as you’d hopeIt’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for: the rumored “Tiger King” reunion episode has officially dropped, and it’s just as wacky and bonkers as you’d hope it would be. Most fans would probably want to hear from the “Tiger King” himself, Joe Exotic, but as we all know, Exotic is currently in jail, so that wasn’t really a possibility. It also seems that everyone in the cast has moved on from Exotic and thinks that he is a terrible human being. McCale also asked the cast members what celebrity they’d want to play them in a movie version of “Tiger King,” and it was pretty funny to hear their answers. Hop on Netflix and soak in every minute of the bonus episode of “Tiger King.”
What to watch on Netflix with your kids: 7 fresh ideas
Read full article: What to watch on Netflix with your kids: 7 fresh ideasWe asked around for some of the best parent-endorsed picks when it comes to Netflix offerings. So, not only are you providing good entertainment for your kids, but you’re instilling a love of classic rock, as well. Although this one isn’t new or new to Netflix, we were surprised just how many parents hadn’t seen this one yet. "Masha and the Bear""My kids think this is the funniest show ever," one father of three said. I’m not suggesting you plop your kids down in front of a screen all day -- or even every day.
How to order takeout, grocery shop, wipe down your food in the safest ways possible
Read full article: How to order takeout, grocery shop, wipe down your food in the safest ways possibleSo, how do you order or pick up food while staying in line with all the recommended precautions? Here’s what you’ll do: Grab your delivery order off the porch, open the package or packages, wash your hands, plate your food, and then dispose of the containers. Wipe down and sanitize your counter that the food sat on and wash your hands before and after eating. Wipe off those items when you bring them home from the store, or wash your hands especially after touching them, McGeorge recommended. Finally, don’t put chemical cleaners directly on your food, ever, McGeorge said.
This little boy reviews Shirley Temple drinks on Instagram and it’s the cutest thing you’ll see all week
Read full article: This little boy reviews Shirley Temple drinks on Instagram and it’s the cutest thing you’ll see all weekWe’re not sure of this little boy’s identity, but he goes by the Shirley Temple King on Instagram. Each video has the Shirley Temple King at a different restaurant while he tries their version of the drink. The little boy goes in on why a particular Shirley Temple drink shines, and why some leave much to be desired. You might be asking yourself what makes a Shirley Temple get a top scorer from the drink’s harshest critic? Keep doing you, Shirley Temple King!
Swarm of bugs hits the windshield and it just might be the grossest thing you see all day
Read full article: Swarm of bugs hits the windshield and it just might be the grossest thing you see all dayMost of us have probably been on a road trip and had to wash splattered bugs off the car's windshield, but we bet you've never seen this many bugs hit a windshield at once. A woman posted a video on Facebook of her driving in Michigan's Upper Peninsula when a swarm of bugs hit her windshield. There are so many bugs landing at once that it almost sounds like she's driving through a wild rain or hail storm. Of course, the internet can really deliver when it comes to gross content, but ... imagine if this were you driving. We just hope she's got lots of windshield wiper fluid handy.