Lifestyle
Olivia and Liam Are the Top Baby Names for a Sixth Straight Year America has been cranking out kids named Olivia and Liam for the better part of a decade now . . . The Social Security Administration released its annual baby names list for Mother’s Day. And for a sixth straight year, Olivia […]
Meet our Furry Friday Friends of the Week 🐶🐶 Both of these cuties are available through Gilmore Dog Rescue. Gilmore Dog Rescue is asking for the community’s help to save the life of a young pit bull named Big Red, a recent rescue in desperate need of medical treatment and a safe place to recover. […]
39% of Americans Would Donate an Organ for a Loved One How far would you go to help a loved one? Would you share a major lottery win . . . stand in line for them at the DMV . . . donate a kidney . . . or go even further, and offer to […]
The REAL ID system is now in effect in North Carolina, with an enforcement date of May 7. Those without a REAL ID can still board flights but may face additional screening. A REAL ID or other compliant form of identification with a star will be required for domestic flights and federal facilities. TSA will […]
When Asked If They’d Hitchhike, 73% of Americans Say Heck No There was a time when hitchhiking wasn’t ABSOLUTELY TERRIFYING . . . or so my grandfather says. These days, you could be killed . . . after being picked up by someone who texts and drives. (???) Only 11% of people say they HAVE hitchhiked […]
56% of People Would Shave Years Off Their Life . . . If They Could Add It to Their Pet’s Lifespan People say cats have nine lives. Would you shave a year off YOUR life to give your cat a 10th? A new study looked at the connection between pets and their humans’ mental wellbeing, […]
Meet our Furry Friday Friends of the Week!! Both available through Animal Care & Control in Charlotte. Callahan!! A1241528 He is a neutered 11 month old 62 lb Labrador retriever mix. Dog friendly. House and crate trained. Easy to leash and walk. Fun personality. Still a puppy so doesn’t know his own size(a nice way […]
President Trump’s tariffs are causing anxiety in global markets, with the International Monetary Fund warning of a negative impact on the economy. Airlines are preparing for higher costs due to potential increases in fuel and maintenance expenses, which could lead to reduced flight routes and higher ticket prices. Hotels and resorts relying on imported goods […]
Gen Z’ers Know They’re the Worst Drivers on the Road If you had to guess which generation would have the WORST DRIVERS, which would you say? A new survey asked that question . . . and only 30% of Gen Z’ers believe their generation drives “more safely” than others. That was the lowest percentage of […]
Meet our Furry Friday Friends of the Week. All 3 are available at Gaston County Amimal Care & Enforcement. 1491 Business Park Ct. Gastonia Oreo is a 9 month old Retriever mix. Neutered and weighs 50 lbs. Oreo is a very sweet boy who just takes time to trust. He loves to zoom, and run around the […]
72% of People Who Eat While Driving Have Had “Risky” Meals . . . Like Ribs or Hot Soup April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month . . . and in a new report, 86% of drivers admit to being distracted by technology, usually their phones. But that isn’t the only thing keeping our focus […]
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a major policy shift that will affect some of the most colorful snacks on store shelves. Popular items like Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, Skittles, and Mountain Dew Baja Blast will soon be reformulated as the FDA phases out petroleum-based synthetic dyes. Here’s a breakdown of what you need […]