Willy Wonka experience creator apologizes after failed event: ‘It all looked good on paper’
Willy’s Chocolate Experience was marketed using artificial intelligence. Instead, parents received an empty wall, a single bouncy castle and plastic props.
Here's where Aldi plans to open new US stores, convert existing chains
Aldi plans to add 800 stores across the U.S., including new openings and store conversions of existing grocery chains. Here’s what plans have been released.
NYC schools to restore lunch menus after complaints about moldy, unappetizing food
New York City schools are restoring their lunch menus after Brooklyn senator Iwen Chu got tons of complaints about moldy and unappetizing food.
Five Guys' prices sparks outrage after $24 receipt goes viral: 'Highway robbery'
"Five Guys prices are out of control," the X user wrote. "$24 for one person."
Louisiana declares disaster as crawfish shortage hits hard
Amid a crawfish shortage in Louisiana, the nation’s top producer of the crustaceans that are a staple in Gulf Coast seafood boils, Gov. Jeff Landry issued a disaster declaration for the impacted industry Wednesday.
Getting food delivered in New York is easy, getting paid to do it is not
New Yorkers place over 100 million food delivery orders each year via a very simple process: press a few buttons on an app and it’s in their hands in about 30 minutes.
Watch: World's largest cruise ship rescues 14 people stranded at sea for over a week
The largest cruise ship in the world rescued 14 people Sunday who had been stranded on a small boat for eight days.
Las Vegas’ Bellagio helps rescue yellow-billed loon from its fountain
The Bellagio in Las Vegas had to pause its fountain show, as it worked with officials to rescue a yellow-billed loon who “found comfort" in the water.
French fries are one of the best meals for protecting biodiversity, study finds
A recent international study ranked the world’s most beloved meal and determined how the creation of those meals hurts or helps the planet.
Central Park Boathouse restaurant reopens its doors
The Central Park Boathouse is officially back in business after closing in 2022.
NYC unveils new permanent outdoor dining rules: What to expect
The city launched a portal to apply for Dining Out NYC, a new permanent outdoor dining program. Here's what the approved outdoor dining sheds look like:
Six charged for smuggling goose and duck intestines from China: Feds
A group of six people have been charged in connection to a scheme to smuggle thousands of pounds of raw goose and duck intestines from China to New York City.
IHOP, Applebee’s may combine in US, following international success
The co-branded IHOP and Applebee's restaurant recently opened its eighth location in Mexico.
What is the most loved slang word across NYC?
"Cringe" became the front-runner for New York's most loved slang word, with 94.03% of upvotes from participants.
Family pays tribute to soon-to-be father killed in car crash: 'We are absolutely devastated'
Tragic news from the UK as 20-year-old Leighton Mileson, just days away from becoming a father, lost his life in a single-car crash.
American Airlines orders 260 new planes, including Boeing Max jets
American Airlines purchased 260 planes – including a significant number of Boeing's largest 737 Max airplane – in an effort to boost its domestic and short-haul international network and expand its first-class seating.
Soft drink company hiring two 'soda consultants' to travel across America for $40K
If you're tech-savvy and love to travel, you might be a great contender for a dream role with a beverage brand that's hiring a "senior soda consultant" to embark on an American adventure.
Krispy Kreme to offer free doughnuts on Super Tuesday
Krispy Kreme is enticing Americans to participate in Super Tuesday with their "Doughmocracy" initiative, offering two free glazed doughnuts to customers nationwide.
GM pickup recall: Drivers warned of tailgate issue impacting 820,000 trucks
GM is recalling 820,000 pickup trucks in North America because the tailgates could unlatch and unexpectedly open. Here’s what vehicles are under recall.
Legally blind student defies odds, gets accepted into veterinarian school
A Texas student defied expectations by gaining acceptance into the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine. Born prematurely with limited vision, Faith Snapp sees her blindness not as a barrier but as a challenge to overcome.