Len Berk, 91-year-old lox slicer at Zabar's, is back at work

Fully vaccinated and masked, Len Berk has returned to his part-time job slicing lox at Zabar's. Last spring when the coronavirus outbreak gripped New York, Len, 91, had to stop working and stay home for his own safety.

Man’s date goes viral after roommate asks Diamondbacks to spy on pair at game

A man on a second date at the Arizona Diamondbacks game unexpectedly went viral after his roommate asked the MLB team on Twitter to provide a status update on the rendezvous.

Kodiak Cakes sued over protein claims

The maker of Kodiak Cakes waffles and other foods that are marketed as "Protein-Packed" is facing a class-action lawsuit over exactly how much portein they contain.

Baby names: Here are the most popular boy and girl names of 2020

The Social Security Administration on Friday shared the top baby names for boys and girls of 2020, with Mason and Ethan falling out of the top 10.

IHOP responds to Adam Sandler with free milkshakes on Long Island

I-HOP locations across Long Island are dedicating an entire day to actor and comedian Adam Sandler in response to his viral clap-back for being told to wait for a table.

Nebraska launches 'beef passport' program for meat eating

Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts ramped up his crusade for the meat industry on Wednesday by endorsing a new “beef passport” program to promote meat eating, a few weeks after he blasted Colorado's governor for a resolution encouraging its residents to eat less.

60 years since 1st American in space, tourists lining up

Sixty years after Alan Shepard became the first American in space, everyday people are on the verge of following in his cosmic footsteps.

EU proposal could allow vaccinated Americans to travel to Europe by end of June

In announcement sure to be welcomed by travelers worldwide, the EU’s executive branch has proposed easing restrictions on visiting the 27-nation bloc as vaccination campaigns keep gathering speed.

Mother's Day 2021: Ideas for a memorable celebration with mom

Whether you are seeing your mom in person or socially distancing due to the pandemic, Mother's Day 2021 doesn’t need to involve huge crowds.

Photo of Starbucks cup showing very complicated order goes viral

A photo posted on social media by a Starbucks barista went viral because it showed multiple changes to ingredients as well as substitutions on a drink order. The barista joked that he wanted to quit his job after the debacle.

Looking to rebound, beach businesses seek willing workers

Bars and restaurants on Long Island are eagerly awaiting the high season as pandemic restrictions are lifted. But some spots are having trouble hiring help.

Hyundai recall: Possible engine fires for over 390K vehicles

Hyundai is recalling more than 390,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada for two problems that can cause engine fires.

America's obsession with the fried chicken sandwich

Cheeky Sandwiches serves up a chicken sandwich with a twist. It's made with a piece of fried chicken topped with crunchy purple cabbage and smothered in gravy all on a buttermilk biscuit.

Wine pairing: Pricey Burgundy bottles and NFT art on auction

Acker is known for selling and auctioning the most expensive, rarest wines in the world. Now it is bringing bottles of Domaine Du Comte Liger-Belair to the auction block with NFT art.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, to release first children's book about father-son relationships

“The Bench” is said to be about the special bond between father and son, as seen through a mother’s eyes. It’s based on a poem she wrote for Prince Harry on his first Father’s Day.

Robot cooks come to home kitchens

An internet-enabled smart cooking robot promises to turn home cooks into fancy chefs.