Artificial sweetener linked to higher risk of cardiovascular events

Higher blood levels of the artificial sweetener xylitol were linked to a higher risk of a major adverse cardiovascular event, a new study finds.

Smucker’s Uncrustables lawsuit against Trader Joe’s allowed to proceed

The difference between a circle and a squircle could help decide a lawsuit over whether Trader Joe’s frozen sandwiches are too similar to Uncrustables.

Tofu recalled over possible ink contamination; sold in 29 states

More than 10,000 cases of tofu were recalled across nearly 30 states after the discovery of a potential contaminant.

Best and worst places to retire in 2026: See the ranking

WalletHub compared more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 measures of affordability, activities, quality of life and health care to determine the best places to retire.

Americans warned against travel plans as terrorism threatens popular destination

The State Department's Level 3 advisory warns of terrorism and unrest in Israel, with some areas near Gaza carrying a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" warning.

New Jersey restaurants, bars can continue selling alcohol to-go and for delivery under new law

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed legislation Friday, allowing restaurants and bars to continue selling alcoholic drinks to-go and for delivery, making permanent a practice that began as an emergency measure during the COVID-19 pandemic.

American Airlines bets big on international travel with 7 new routes

New daily flights will connect major U.S. hubs with destinations across Europe and Asia beginning in spring 2027 as the carrier expands its global network.

SNAP junk-food bans begin Aug. 31 in South Carolina and Sept. 1 in North Dakota - See other states with bans

South Carolina and North Dakota are the latest states implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.

Philadelphia opens first permanent cruise terminal in 15 years

The new $60 million cruise terminal near Philadelphia International Airport is now open, serving as the home port for Norwegian Cruise Line ships.

General Mills ditches artificial dye from Lucky Charms, Trix

General Mills announced it is dropping synthetic food dyes in its cereals, swapping them for natural alternatives to keep its products colorful.

Frozen buffalo chicken products recalled over inspection issue

Nearly 25,000 pounds of frozen buffalo chicken products are being recalled after they were produced without federal inspection.

Rocky Run returns to Philadelphia Nov. 14 with 50th-anniversary finisher medals

The 2026 Rocky Run medals celebrate 50 years of Rocky as tens of thousands of runners prepare to take over the Philadelphia Museum of Art on Nov. 14.

Kia recalls more than 21,000 EV9 SUVs over child airbag injury risk

Kia is recalling 21,290 EV9 electric SUVs from the 2025 and 2026 model years because a faulty sensor may fail to deactivate the front passenger airbag.

Dolly Parton’s ‘Life of Many Colors Museum’ and ‘Song Teller Hotel’ set to open this fall in Nashville

Dolly Parton fans will soon be able to take a journey of the global superstar's life "from the top of the mountains to the top of the world" at "Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum" and stay at the new "Song Teller Hotel" in Nashville.