US fertility rate drops to record low, CDC says – here’s what that means

A little under 3.6 million babies were born in 2023, or 54.4 live births for every 1,000 females between the ages of 15 to 44, according to CDC provisional data.

Bird flu in cows: 1 in 5 pasteurized milk samples had traces of virus, FDA says

One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.

Here's what it takes to be considered middle class in NYC

A new study from the personal finance website SmartAsset took a look at what it takes financially to be considered middle class in 2024 in NY, NJ and CT, as well as NYC.

Biden Administration sets new rules for airlines to protect travelers

The Biden administration says airlines will soon have a new set of rules to follow when it comes to passengers booked on canceled or significantly delayed flights.

More parents are feeling lonely, burned out, new survey says

More than half of parents who participated in the survey said they felt isolated and lonely and burned out due to their responsibilities as a parent.

Americans envy these jobs more than any others

If you’re considering a job change or searching for a new career path, these are some of the most desired professions on the market.

1 in 4 US adults over 50 say they expect to never retire

More than one in four adults in the U.S. who are over 50 said in a new AARP study that they expect to never retire.

Would you drink beer made from bagels?

Local brewery Talea Beer Co. has teamed up with Black Seed Bagels and Gotham Greens to create beer that’s brewed with upcycled bagels. 

Bird flu virus found in milk but FDA says it's safe to drink

Pasteurized milk is still safe to drink despite traces of bird flu particles found, according to the USDA, FDA and CDC.

Primal Kitchen avocado oil recalled because glass bottles prone to breaking

Primal Kitchen avocado oil product is being recalled because “the glass may be prone to breakage, causing the product to spill,” an FDA notice says.

Summer camp sticker shock: Working parents' wallets feel the burn

Summer camp has become one of the latest burdens facing parents as the summer nears. Not only are camps filling up at a quick clip, they're costing families more than ever.

'New Coke': Coca-Cola’s major marketing flop in 1985

This week is the anniversary of Coca Cola’s major marketing flop in 1985 – when they tried to discontinue the original flavor of Coke and use a new recipe. Hoarding, backlash and protests ensued.

Mom accidentally invites all 487 contacts to daughter's 1st birthday party

A mom planning a first birthday party for her daughter accidentally invited all 487 contacts ever saved onto her phone -- including "Jess Hit Her Car In Parking Lot" and "Derek Eye Roll."

How this iconic board game is changing to stay relevant

Mattel recently unveiled Scrabble Together, a 'collaborative' and 'more accessible' version of the classic word game.