‘Polarization’ is Merriam-Webster’s 2024 word of the year
Merriam-Webster has announced its word of the year, which happens to be an idea that both sides of the political spectrum agree on.
Wikipedia's most-viewed articles in 2024
Politics dominated Wikipedia’s most-viewed articles this year, but here’s a look at what else people were interested in reading about in 2024.
Video captures lumber load crashing into car on Pennsylvania highway
Dashcam video captured a frightening scene as a load of lumber flew off a truck driving on a Pennsylvania overpass and slammed into a car on the highway below.
World's oldest man, dead at 112, ate this meal every Friday
John Tinniswood, 112, said he considered it "pure luck" that he had a long life – but he ate one thing each week.
Which came first, the chicken or the egg? We may have an answer
Scientists in Europe believe they may have finally solved the long-debated question of which came first: the chicken or the egg.
Social media stars Big Justice, A.J. bring the boom to Arlington BBQ shop
Social media stars A.J. “Big Boom” Befumo and Big Justice were in Arlington on Tuesday and made a stop at a popular barbecue shop.
Why are people 'holding space' for 'Defying Gravity’, and what does that even mean?
As if “Wicked” hasn’t already taken over the internet enough, a moment from one of the stars’ press interviews has turned into the latest meme. Here’s an explainer.
'Bear' in California car attack was actually a person in disguise, insurance officials say
There is a rather unusual twist in the story of a bear that attacked vehicles in California. Authorities now say the 'bear' is actually something else.
Another mountain lion spotted in Plano alleyway
Plano officials said the animal was captured on a homeowner’s security camera on Friday night.
Mattel’s ‘Wicked’ dolls include wrong, adult website on packaging
The fine print on Mattel’s packaging for the new ‘Wicked’ dolls includes a website that requires people to be 18 years or older to enter.
Georgia residents reporting disturbing racist messages before, after election
Multiple Georgia residents contacted FOX 5 Atlanta after receiving an alarming text message about upcoming enslavement or being informed about a potential threat from white supremacists and KKK members.
Australian Olympic breaker Rachael Gunn retires from competition
"Raygun," the Australian breaker who was widely ridiculed for her unconventional routine at the Paris Olympics, plans to retire from competition.
$11 cans of 'fresh air' from popular holiday hotspot sold to tourists in Italy
Lake Como Air features a combination of crisp air and a gentle lake mist in a can.
Here's where your favorite Halloween candy ranks among trick-or-treaters
There's a new favorite for Halloween candy, a recent survey found.
Tiny space described as 'Harry Potter cubby' listed for rent in San Jose
A San Jose man is renting out a small space under a set of stairs, for "very cheap" with the promise to perform light chores. He said the space is big enough to fit a cot sits under a set of stairs.
How long does your Halloween candy last?
Here’s how long you can store your Halloween candy and how you can donate or repurpose it.
NYC could allow paid sick leave for pet care
The bill would allow employees to use sick time for pet-related medical care, including any situation where the pet needs medical diagnosis, treatment for a physical illness or injury, or preventative care.