Columbus, OH

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No one enjoys waiting in long lines or spending a lot of money just to be disappointed by unmanageable crowds and underwhelming attractions. Many of the country's famous tourist attractions are victim to just that, so instead of taking a chance on what you think might be a fun outing, turn to the pros to ensure a positive experience.

These are America's most underrated tourist attractions

There are only six days a year when all the national parks are free—and this Sunday, August 4, is one of them. If you’re close to a park, grab your backpack and slather on the sunscreen because this is your weekend to embrace nature. You may be wondering...

Spend the day at a national park for free this Sunday

Virginia State

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Mondays can be a real drag, but Wendy’s just announced a sweet deal that can help beat the Monday blues. Every Monday through September, you can score a Honey Buddy breakfast biscuit for just $1. Honey Buddy is the new name for the Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit, and Wendy’s...

Get a Honey Buddy biscuit at Wendy’s for just $1

New Jersey State

Silver Spring, MD

Do you live in the best place for your family? A new analysis of over 2,000 cities across the country may have you rethinking relocation. Or feeling grateful for your ancestral hometown. For the third year in a row, Fortune analyzed cities’ livability for multigenerational families, ranking important assets like health care, education, affordability, resources for seniors and more to determine the top 50 cities in each state for families.

The best places for families to live in the U.S.

Fast food has a way of uniting us and dividing us. Sure, fast food is universally beloved, hugely crave-able, and each chain has its own merits and setbacks, but when debating which food is the best of the best, controversy ensues. A new crowd-sourced reader ranking from USA Today lists...

Revealed: the best fast-food burger in the U.S.

South Carolina State

When planning a road trip, have you thought about road safety and driver behavior when planning your route? You might want to take note if you’re driving through the South. A study by personal injury attorneys at Munley Law has determined the U.S. states with the speediest drivers. The...

This Southern state is the most notorious for speeding

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Horoscope for Sunday, August 18th

If you can’t get enough of fluffy pancakes dripping in melted butter and hot syrup then you’re in luck. IHOP is bringing back its beloved all-you-can-eat pancake deal, but for a limited time only. The sweet pancake deal returned to menus on July 29 and will be available...

All-you-can-eat pancakes are back at IHOP

This summer has been a record-breaking one temperature-wise. We’ve all sweltered, turned up the A/C and set our alarms for early outdoor exercise before the sun gets too hot. And we’ve also indulged in a traditional summer treat to cheer up our moods and get something cold into our bodies, the quintessential happy food of summer—the ice cream cone. But with this joy comes risk: how can we keep the cone from melting? Sticky wrists and ice cream lost to the drips on the pavement are an omnipresent danger: it’s no exaggeration to say that this is a threat-level midnight situation.

Baskin-Robbins is giving away free ice cream

Doswell, VA

Head’s up, record-chasing coaster fanatics: a new record-breaking ride will debut next year, but it’s not in one of the country’s major theme parks. This thrilling new coaster, which will be the world’s longest and tallest winged launch coaster, is set to open in Virginia’s Kings Dominion in 2025.

A new record-breaking roller coaster will debut next year

In-the-know travelers often choose to fly early in the morning or late at night. By flying at off-peak times, they can avoid crowds, lines, and delays. However, some airports are better at handling these types of flights than others. A new study by Upgraded Points reveals the best airports for off-peak flying.

These are the best U.S. airports for flying at off-peak times

Ohio State

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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

The morning of Friday, July 19, started out pretty tough for countless Americans and travelers worldwide. An unexpected tech outage grounded thousands of flights, paused train routes, and caused brief outages to 911 lines and emergency services across the country. The unfortunate issue was resolved within hours, but has lasting...

Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts today

Looking for some inspiration for your next beach getaway? You might as well go for the gold, and fortunately, Dr. Beach has just revealed his annual list of the top ten beaches in the U.S. The best beach in the U.S. can be found on Oahu in the island paradise that is Hawaii.

Dr. Beach reveals the number one beach in the U.S.

California State

Most of us have enjoyed rambling around a Big Lots store at some time or another—but maybe we should have gone more often. Big Lots announces closures of many of its locations throughout the U.S. We were just shopping in one last night—the cashiers were so nice, and it was sad to think they are likely out of a job now. These stores were always like a treasure trove of unexpected items, everything from a plug-in fireplace and mantel to an interesting snack aisle to patio furnishings. The store stocks items from production overruns, discontinued products and more, which explains the interesting hodgepodge of inventory. Right now, the chain’s website doesn’t mention anything about store closures, but members have gotten emails stating their local store is closing. Driving past these locations, a big banner announces the closure as well.

Here’s the full list of Big Lots stores that are closing and why

Pompano Beach, FL

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In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

If you’re renting a car on your next vacation, you might want to spend a little extra time before you take off to avoid facing unwanted charges later on down the line. Many renters have overpaid for unnecessary insurance or received hefty bills for damages they did not cause. To save money next time you rent a car, Auto Travel World has revealed these rental car hacks you should follow.

How to avoid common car rental rip-offs

Jacksonville, FL

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A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

Cooking With Maryann

We often have breakfast for dinner. This is one of those go-to meals that we love to eat. It's also a great Sunday breakfast or for brunch. Although homemade buiscuits aren't required, they do add a wonderful and fresh touch.

Amazing Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast

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These are the most family-friendly national parks in America

We’ve got 63 national parks here in the U.S. and some of them lend themselves more easily to family visits. Whether it’s because the hikes are...

These are the most family-friendly national parks in America

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