
The rise of champagne and toastsThe rise of champagne and toasts
The rise of champagne and toastsFrench champagne shipments to the U.S. rose 31% (2019-2022), fueling concerns of a shortage in the coming years. But why do we toast with champagne?
The rise of champagne and toastsFrench champagne shipments to the U.S. rose 31% (2019-2022), fueling concerns of a shortage in the coming years. But why do we toast with champagne?
Are chemical hair relaxers safe?Lawsuits alleging harm from popular hair straighteners are amplifying concerns about the products raised by scientists and the government.
| Eli Kintisch and Lauren Magarino
Don't want to wait in crowds? Visit with Santa virtually this year!No need to wait in line and join crowds. Plus, this virtual option features ASL and Spanish options so more can delight in a visit with Kriss Kringle.
Safety regulators issue alert for birria-inspired beef soup productThe soup products were sold at Whole Foods. A store employee discovered the products had some incorrect labeling issues on the containers.
Is McDonald's bringing back snack wraps?McDonald’s said their chicken sales are on par with their beef and they want to offer “McCrispy” in nearly all markets around the world by 2025.
1,377 pounds of precooked chicken from Wayne Farms, LLC recalledWayne Farms, LLC holds its main operations in Decatur, Alabama. It issued a recall affecting its 9-pound boxes containing 12-packs of chicken.
Man wins his second $10 million scratch-off lottery prize in 2 yearsThe man won two $10 million prizes playing scratch-off games, once in 2022 and once in 2023. He elected to receive his latest payout as a lump sum.
Residents, tourists gather in Colorado to celebrate race of the SantasIt's the annual holiday festival featuring hundreds of Santas running down historic Main Street in Breckenridge, Colorado.
This company is using 'robot elves' to send free cards from SantaSanta's elves are using artificial intelligence and robots this year to produce and send cards to children.
Toy magnetic balls recalled for not meeting safety standardsSimilar magnetic balls were responsible for 2,400 hospitalizations and seven deaths over a five-year period.
Family buys fake Apple AirPods, now warning other holiday shoppersA great deal on Apple AirPods turned out to be no deal at all, as a mother and daughter ended up with fakes.
Hanukkah celebrations are starting all over the worldNew York City prepares for the first night of Hanukkah with large menorah lighting events in Manhattan and Brooklyn that will attract crowds.
McDonald's launching new chain called CosMc's, its answer to StarbucksAs a limited test, the first CosMc's will open in Illinois this month, with a handful of other locations planned in the coming months.
Astronaut 'exonerated'; missing tomato found on ISS 8 months laterA tomato went missing on board the International Space Station, but eight months later, the case has been solved.
Pantone's 2024 Color of the Year is here and it's sweet and sereneWe're feeling peachy-keen with this warm and cozy pick, and we're excited to see this cheerful hue take over in 2024.
US Hanukkah celebrations subdued amid Israel-Hamas conflictA rabbi said she doesn't want to hide her Jewish faith during Hanukkah, but understands many are fearful to openly celebrate.
Frequent flyer programs are changing, frustrating many customersFrontier, Delta, American, Southwest and other airlines have quietly changed their mileage programs.
Spicy surprise: Study says wasabi linked to 'substantial' memory boostAfter 12 weeks, the group that ate wasabi extract showed better memory in both short-term and long-term aspects.
What should you expect to pay for a Christmas tree this year?If you want the fresh Christmas tree scent without any cost, most national forests allow people to cut their own tree, but you'll need a permit.
Ready for love? These are the best and worst US cities for singlesWhere you live can have a big impact on your love life, according to WalletHub's new report on America's best and worst cities for singles.
Warheads candy going viral as fast-acting solution to panic attacksWarheads are notorious for their sour taste — and it turns out, that's exactly what's tricking the brain to move past the anxiety.
House of the mouse: Chicago showcases the birthplace of Walt DisneyScripps News visits the historic Walt Disney Birthplace, restored over a decade to its original state.
2-year-old becomes youngest member of world's highest IQ societyIsla McNabb became Mensa's youngest female member last year at just 2 years old. Her parents recently explained why they got her tested for the group.
Back-to-back storms expected to bring heavy rain and snow to NorthwestRain and snow are expected in Washington and Oregon, and may spread to Wyoming and Colorado later in the week.
Household incomes grew during the pandemic, Pew research findsData compiled by Pew Research Center showed how average U.S. household finances changed during the pandemic.
Is the price of a fresh Christmas tree higher this year?Only 25% of wholesale tree growers told the Real Christmas Tree Board they plan to increase the wholesale price of their trees this year.
Newly completed Hawaiian Hindu temple opens after 33-year buildSome visitors venture into a forest on the island of Kauai to find a place they say is an extraordinary source of spirituality.
Dog rescued after falling into 40-foot wellMudge the Great Dane's owners said the well is on their property, near a trail where their dogs like to run.
Oxford University Press names 'rizz' word of the year for 2023Rizz beat out words like Swiftie, parasocial, de-influencing and situationship for the top honor.
Get a free footlong cookie at Subway on National Cookie DaySubway is offering a twist to its iconic footlong sandwich — serving up batches of footlong chocolate chip cookies on Dec. 4.
Here are ways to save on streaming TV servicesAmericans pay $73 a month on average for their streaming services, according to Statista.
Alaska Airlines to buy Hawaiian Airlines in $1.9 billion dealThe merger will allow Alaska Airlines to expand its West Coast network and acquire more pilots and planes.
What were Scripps News' most-clicked-on stories of 2023?Tarantulas, tech tips and cheap gas were among the stories that interested Scrippsnews.com readers the most in 2023.
The evolution of engagements and rings as symbols of commitment40% of engagements take place between Thanksgiving and Valentine's Day, according to industry experts.