Hawaii State

Time Out

Cruising in Europe is about to get epic. Royal Caribbean has revealed that the Allure of the Seas is getting a $100 million makeover that will combine unforgettable experiences with the chance to visit must-see European destinations. The upgraded ship will debut in the summer of 2025 with itineraries throughout Europe.

Royal Caribbean reveals a $100 million Allure of the Seas refresh

New York City, NY

Ready to open your eyes to a sprawl of color, with flowers blooming against vibrantly green meadows or reflected in clear blue waters? Gardens can provide some of the most calming days you’ll have on your vacation, as well as provide incredible background for photos. Titan Travel, a U.K.-based travel company, recently researched the world’s most beautiful gardens—and we’re excited to report that two on this list are right here in the U.S.

Two of the world's most beautiful gardens are in the U.S.

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

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Horoscope for Sunday, August 18th

Florida State

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Lakeland, FL

Akeena

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the local grocery scene in Florida, you might have heard the buzz: some Winn-Dixie stores are making the switch to Aldi. This transition is happening as Aldi snaps up 400 Winn-Dixie locations, including several in Florida cities like Panama City and Lakeland.

A Major Grocery Store Has Closed and Laid Off 48 Employees in Florida

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

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

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.

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville officials unveiled a 12-point plan Monday that they hope will address the state’s new bill banning the homeless from camping on sidewalks or public property. The five-year plan will increase shelter admissions, expand the number of shelter beds, set up hotel space as an option, and institute a common database on every client so facilities and police can share it.

Jacksonville unveils 12-point plan to battle homelessness

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

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

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

Pompano Beach, FL

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

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

Ohio State

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

Take a road trip back in time to celebrate Super 8’s 50th anniversary. To celebrate this milestone, the iconic motel chain is turning back the clock and offering rooms at the same rate they charged back in 1974: $8.88. That’s right, you can stay at one of the chain’s...

Score a hotel room for $8.88 this week

What’s better than a Wendy’s Frosty? For some people, it’s pairing a Frosty with fries for the ultimate sweet and savory, hot and cold combo. But for everyone, a $1 Frosty is the best Frosty of all. For the next six weeks, you can get just that: a Frosty for just $1. Even better, there are no limits to this deal, so you can get as many $1 Frostys as you like.

Frostys are just $1 at Wendy’s for the next six weeks

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

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Revealed: the absolute best beaches in the world for 2024

More than 1,000 top travel professionals and influencers have spoken, and the annual list of the World's 50 Best Beaches, Sponsored By Banana Boat, has been...

Revealed: the absolute best beaches in the world for 2024

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