“And he flew”: An influencer dad sparks a heated debate after throwing his son off a cliff to help him overcome his fears

Influencer Garrett Gee throws his son off cliff into water at Lake Powell to overcome childhood fears

Viral Lake Powell video shows influencer Garrett Gee tossing son Cali into the water—raising cheers, questions, and concerns. A 10‑second Instagram reel has ignited a nationwide conversation after travel vlogger Garrett Gee threw his 7‑year‑old son, Calihan, off a low cliff to help him “do hard things.” The clip, posted July 13 and already topping 3 million views, … Read more

Hospital worker dismissed after patient’s credit cards used in nearby Target spree

Signpost indicating emergency, main, and A/B entrances outside a modern hospital building

Police say a purse vanished from a patient room, fraud alerts pinged minutes later, and store cameras pointed investigators toward an Inova Alexandria Hospital employee now out of a job. A quiet June 8 afternoon at Inova Alexandria Hospital turned chaotic for one family when a patient’s purse—and every credit card inside—disappeared from her room. Within … Read more

The FDA confirms it: this restaurant serves lab-grown salmon with limited sales

Plate of lab-grown salmon served with colorful vegetables, a part of the new sustainable seafood trend

Portland’s Kann restaurant introduces the world’s first dish made with lab-grown salmon. At the end of May 2025, Portland, Oregon’s Kann restaurant became the first to offer a dish made from lab-grown salmon. This innovative offering comes after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the sale of salmon produced from fish cells. Produced … Read more

The unknown alpine village whose mayor is a dog: it is one of the best places to live

Golden retriever dog Mayor Max II in a car with a tie, symbolizing the canine mayor of Idyllwild

Idyllwild, a charming town in Southern California’s San Jacinto Mountains, has earned a spot on World Atlas’ list of the best places to live in 2025. With its mile-high elevation, scenic landscapes, and tight-knit community, it’s no wonder why nature lovers and residents alike are drawn to this hidden gem. Nestled at an elevation of … Read more

Confirmed: New Target openings promise jobs and easy shopping with 48 new stores opening in these states across the country

Exterior view of a Target store displaying a "We're hiring" sign, indicating job opportunities at new locations.

From Buckeye, Arizona, to Brown Deer, Wisconsin, the retailer’s latest expansion will bring convenient shopping closer to millions of guests. Target fans have something new to circle on their calendars. The Minneapolis‑based chain confirmed plans for 48 additional locations spanning 22 states, with Florida and Texas leading the pack at six stores apiece. Company officials … Read more

This little-known invasive species is spreading across the United States: its bite is dangerous

Asian needle ant close-up showing dangerous sting surrounded by eggs in nest

Asian needle ants, while small in size, are rapidly becoming a dangerous and invasive presence across the United States. As summer approaches and more people head outdoors, the chances of encountering these ants grow, especially in July and August. Despite their tiny stature, their sting and their environmental impacts make them a serious threat. Keep … Read more

Goodbye to the typical McDonald’s menu: after 50 years, it’s giving its customers this long-awaited change

McDonald's burger with sesame seed bun, cheese, lettuce, and a side of fries and chicken nuggets on a tray.

McDonald’s fans will have one more reason to enjoy their favorite breakfast: the Egg McMuffin has been given a spicy twist! Starting July 8, the fast-food chain is introducing a limited-time version of its iconic recipe to commemorate the 50th anniversary of this classic. With the addition of an exclusive spicy sauce, McDonald’s seeks to … Read more

These are the risks of wearing tight clothing during a flight in summer, according to experts: leggings or skinny jeans

Woman wearing tight jeans illustrating risks of tight clothing on flights

Before you reach for your leggings or skinny jeans for your next flight, you might want to reconsider. Tight clothing could cause health problems and affect your safety, especially on long flights. Health professionals are warning travelers about the risks of wearing such clothes, and it’s something you’ll want to consider before packing your suitcase. … Read more

This is the country that Americans are falling in love with: now they are looking to it to start a new life

Model airplane on U.S. map beside American flag, symbolizing Americans relocating to Portugal

Imagine that your biggest concern today was deciding whether to have cream cake for breakfast while looking out over the Atlantic or hop on the yellow tram on your way to work. It sounds like an influencer’s dream, but it’s exactly what thousands of workers in the United States are considering. It turns out that … Read more

This is the historic collection of Pokémon trophy cards spanning 20 years: they are selling for $9 million

Rare Pokémon trophy card collection featuring various colorful cards spanning 20 years, listed for $9 million

A 67‑card set covering every World Championships trophy card could rewrite the record books for trading‑card sales. Collectors of the Pokémon Trading Card Game have witnessed plenty of six‑figure auctions, yet nothing quite like this. Listed this week on eBay, a U.S. seller is asking $9 million for what they call “the most complete Pokémon English … Read more

The FBI renews its warning about fake calls: if you hear this on your phone, hang up, as it is not a real agent

FBI agent warning woman about fake phone call scams

Fraudsters are faking federal phone numbers and names, demanding instant payments to “avoid arrest.” Officials say: don’t engage—report instead. Smartphone users from New York to Illinois are facing a new wave of impersonation scams. Criminals spoof FBI, ATF and U.S. Marshals Service numbers, threaten immediate jail time, and order terrified targets to move money—often by … Read more

Goodbye to coins at Aldi: The simple solution to the annoying shopping cart system for customers

Exterior view of Aldi supermarket in the United States showing brand signage and store entrance

Shoppers exhausted from fishing for coins can now breeze into the store: a key‑ring‑size trolley token takes a quarter’s place and frees both hands for groceries. Aldi’s cart‑for‑a‑quarter policy keeps parking lots tidy, yet it can catch cash‑light customers off guard. A lightweight aluminum slug—molded to quarter dimensions—solves the scramble by sliding into the lock, … Read more

Confirmed: 12-year hunt for $742M in lost Bitcoin ends without recovery

James Howells near landfill with lost Bitcoin hard drive worth $742 million after ending his search

James Howells finally concedes defeat in his long battle to rescue a lost hard drive containing 8,000 BTC, buried since 2013. James Howells’ marathon treasure hunt is over. The Newport, South Wales IT specialist—once convinced he could unearth a landfill‑trapped fortune now worth roughly $742 million—has abandoned the search after a string of technical roadblocks, legal defeats and skyrocketing … Read more

A giant of the deep sea weighing over 100 kg enters the record books: from rumor to reality

Boats and floating hut on a lush Yunnan river, habitat of the newly identified 100-kg Bagarius protos catfish.

After 20 years of fieldwork in Yunnan, biologists have confirmed Bagarius protos—a heavyweight predator topping 220 pounds—as a distinct species, rewriting what we know about Asia’s freshwater giants. Teams who trekked Yunnan’s Salween and Mekong tributaries from 2004 to 2024 had long misclassified the bottom‑dweller. Careful measurements and DNA tests now place it at the very base … Read more

A sailor’s survival menu surprises rescuers after he is pulled from the Pacific Ocean: cockroaches y fish

Stranded fisherman alone in small boat on vast Pacific Ocean under sunlight reflections

After more than three months alone in the Pacific, Máximo “Gatón” Napa Castro says prayer—and a diet no one would choose—kept him alive. Castro, 46, set sail with provisions for 30 days. When his motor died, the Peruvian fisherman faced 65 more days with nothing but scraps of food, a leaky water jug and his unshakable will to … Read more

Doctors can’t believe it: a meat-based diet rich in cheese has caused this man’s hands to look like this

Close-up of a man’s hand showing yellow-orange cholesterol buildup caused by prolonged high-fat carnivore diet

Too much saturated fat turned an extreme‑eating experiment into a cautionary tale for one Tampa patient, a new medical report reveals. A middle‑aged man who swapped fruits and grains for mountains of dairy and meat spent eight months enjoying quick weight loss—until yellow, painless lumps crept across his palms, soles and elbows. The patient admitted … Read more

The chain store that competes head-to-head with Walmart and Costco is coming: it is opening two new branches in this Los Angeles neighborhood

Customers browse bagged salads inside Trader Joe’s Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, with red carts and a service dog nearby.

The quirky grocer just planted a second branch across Riverside Drive from its 1973 original, aiming to ease crowding and turn up the heat on Walmart, Costco, and Aldi. A grocery chain opening two nearly identical stores a few yards apart sounds counter‑intuitive—yet Trader Joe’s believes the move will let loyal shoppers breeze through checkout instead … Read more

Say goodbye to wasting money: Save hundreds of euros with this trick that leaves the bottom of your pool spotless in just one go

Budget pool-cleaning kit—hose, skimmer net and brush—used for the trick that leaves pool bottoms spotless and saves hundreds of euros.

No-drain hose‑and‑vac hack helps American backyards sparkle before the first cannonball of summer. Summertime is almost here, and nobody wants a dingy pool greeting the season. Luckily, you can keep yours picture‑perfect without coughing up four figures for a robot vacuum. The secret? A five‑minute hose‑to‑shop‑vac adaptation that pulls leaves, grit, and sand straight off … Read more

A girl checks her boyfriend’s chats with ChatGPT and discovers a shocking conversation: a getaway plan

Laptop screen showing ChatGPT conversation as girlfriend scrolls, uncovering boyfriend's secret getaway breakup plan

A late‑night laptop peek turns private doubts into a viral lesson on digital trust. When a curious girlfriend opened her partner’s chat history, she expected the usual search queries. Instead, she found a months‑long conversation with ChatGPT detailing his growing dissatisfaction with their relationship—and step‑by‑step advice on how to leave her gently. Screenshots rocketed across … Read more