Diet Coke Shortage Reports Spread Across New York City Grocery Deliveries
New Yorkers in multiple boroughs say Diet Coke has vanished from Amazon Fresh, Fresh Direct, Costco and Target deliveries, though the cause remains unclear and the companies involved haven’t responded to requests for comment.
Texas Father Seeks Help for Son’s Alcoholism, Advice Columnist Points to Al-Anon
A Texas father wrote to Dear Abby asking how to get his adult son, a former executive chef and self-described alcoholic, into treatment; the columnist told him he can’t force the issue and recommended Al-Anon meetings for support.
Melania Trump Wears Ralph Lauren Jacket to Host Chinese First Lady at White House Tea
First Lady Melania Trump wore a $1,950 Ralph Lauren jacket and $895 Manolo Blahnik heels to host Chinese First Lady Peng Liyuan for tea at the White House during President Xi Jinping’s state visit.
Melania Trump’s Designer Look at White House State Dinner for Xi Jinping
First Lady Melania Trump wore a Saint Laurent bow blouse and Dolce & Gabbana trousers to host Chinese President Xi Jinping and First Lady Peng Liyuan at a White House state dinner Thursday.
Advice Column Tackles Self-Centered In-Laws and Sibling Estrangement After a Death
Dear Abby fields two family dilemmas this week: a daughter-in-law who says her mother-in-law’s self-centered behavior has pushed away her grandchildren, and a woman named executor of her mother’s will who is still hurt over learning of her father’s death through social media.
Melania Trump Rings NYSE Opening Bell to Launch Imperia Initiative
First Lady Melania Trump rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday to launch a new female-led business initiative called Imperia.
Costco’s Protein-Packed Chef Salad Comes With a Calorie Catch, Dietitian Says
Costco’s new Rotisserie Chicken Chef Salad leads the food court in protein at 59 grams, but a Florida dietitian warns its 840 calories may be too much for a light lunch.
Flight Attendants’ Quick Hotel Safety Check Is Gaining Attention
Flight attendants describe a quick six-step “hotel room autopsy” — checking hiding spots, exits, locks and more — that they say takes about 90 seconds and can improve safety without adding stress to a trip.
SPAM Rolls Out Hot Honey Flavor, With NYC Bakery Tie-In in Brooklyn and Manhattan
Hormel Foods has launched SPAM Hot Honey, its first new permanent flavor in two years, with a promotional tie-in at Win Son Bakery’s Brooklyn and Manhattan locations through Sept. 20.
Eva Shockey Says Women Hunters Shouldn’t Have to Choose Between Camo and Makeup
Outdoor television personality Eva Shockey says she has faced criticism throughout her hunting career for refusing to abandon her femininity to fit expectations of what a hunter should look like.
Two California Pizzerias Tie for Fifth Place in World Rankings
Los Angeles’ Pizzeria Sei and San Francisco’s Tony’s Pizza Napoletana both tied for fifth place in the 2026 50 Top Pizza world rankings, each climbing from their 2025 standings.
Ringo Starr’s Go-To Sandwich Is Just Goat Cheese on Bread
Beatles drummer Ringo Starr says his go-to sandwich is simply goat cheese on bread, a preference he explained to Stephen Colbert with a theory about milk ‘molecules.’
Fall Camping Season Peaks Across Six U.S. Parks and Mountain Regions
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