Why Many Americans Say They’re Not Ready For Summer, Survey Reveals Why Many Americans Say They’re Not Ready For Summer, Survey Reveals
Why Many Americans Say They’re Not Ready For Summer, Survey Reveals Summer mode is arriving early, but not everyone feels ready for the switch. The average American considers Thursday, May 21, the “real” start of summer, according to a new survey of 5,000 Americans conducted by Talker Research for Factor. The survey found that 92 percent of Americans are in “summer mode” before the season officially begins. Still, respondents said they feel only 67 percent prepared for the warmer months. Some of the most summer-ready states are in the North. Respondents in Maine were the most prepared at 74 percent, followed by South Dakota and New Hampshire at 73 percent …
Rosie O'Donnell Says Facelift Came From Intense Internal Debate, Desire To 'Feel And Choose' Rosie O'Donnell Says Facelift Came From Intense Internal Debate, Desire To 'Feel And Choose'
Rosie O'Donnell Says Facelift Came From Intense Internal Debate, Desire To 'Feel And Choose' Rosie O’Donnell is opening up about a decision she once thought she would never make: getting a facelift.  In a personal Substack essay posted Monday, May 25, the 64-year-old comedian and former talk show host said she had long viewed facelifts as a betrayal of feminism, aging, and “our team of women worldwide.”  But after losing 50 pounds, O’Donnell said her feelings began to change. “It wasn’t wrinkles — it was gravity,” she wrote, adding, "I’d look in the mirror and think - this isn’t aging, this is melting with intention...There’s a point where acceptance starts to …
Fun Is Getting Harder For Many Americans To Find, Survey Reveals Fun Is Getting Harder For Many Americans To Find, Survey Reveals
Fun Is Getting Harder For Many Americans To Find, Survey Reveals A new survey suggests plenty of Americans could use a little more room for joy. Talker Research released the survey on Tuesday, May 12, after polling 5,000 US adults, 100 in each state, about whether they are having enough fun. The answer, for many, was no. The survey, commissioned by Dave & Buster's and conducted by Talker Research, found that 48 percent of Americans said their overall lives currently lack fun. Another 12 percent said they could not remember the last time they had a full free day to have fun. Half of the respondents said they wish they could do something fun and soc…
Paul McCartney Leads Emotional 'Late Show' Finale With Stephen Colbert: Watch Paul McCartney Leads Emotional 'Late Show' Finale With Stephen Colbert: Watch
Paul McCartney Leads Emotional 'Late Show' Finale With Stephen Colbert: Watch A long, late-night goodbye ended with one of music's biggest names at the mic. Paul McCartney joined Stephen Colbert on Thursday, May 21, for the final episode of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," closing out the CBS program with a live performance of "Hello, Goodbye." You can watch a video of the segment here. The final monologue was also posted by "The Late Show" on YouTube. The finale marked the end of Colbert's 11-year run behind the desk and the close of the 33-year "Late Show" franchise, CBS News reported. Colbert hosted more than 1,800 episodes after taking over in 2015. McCart…
Soaring Costs Changing Summer Travel: Here's Percentage Of Those In NY Still Planning Vacations Soaring Costs Changing Summer Travel: Here's Percentage Of Those In NY Still Planning Vacations
Soaring Costs Changing Summer Travel: Here's Percentage Of Those In NY Still Planning Vacations Summer may still bring a getaway, but for many Americans, it will look different this year. A survey released Monday, May 11, found that 37 percent of Americans do not plan to travel this summer, according to Talker Research. The survey of 5,000 Americans was commissioned by Current, and conducted by Talker Research. It was split evenly by state and generation. Cost is the biggest reason many people are staying home. Among those not traveling, 52 percent said they cannot afford a trip, 25 percent said they are saving money, and 22 percent said they are paying off debt. Another 21 percent …
Where To Find The Best French Fries In NY Revealed In New Rankings Where To Find The Best French Fries In NY Revealed In New Rankings
Where To Find The Best French Fries In NY Revealed In New Rankings A fresh food debate is ready to hit the fryer. The state-by-state list, published by Tasting Table, focuses on restaurants serving standout French fries across the US. Tasting Table said it relied heavily on local opinion from forums such as Reddit and review platforms, including Yelp and Tripadvisor. The site said it considered both plain and loaded fries, but looked for praise of the fries themselves, not just the toppings. For Daily Voice readers, the list includes standouts in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia. Here are the French f…
3 NY Communities Among Best Places To Live In US, New Rankings Say: See Where 3 NY Communities Among Best Places To Live In US, New Rankings Say: See Where
3 NY Communities Among Best Places To Live In US, New Rankings Say: See Where Several communities in the Northeast are among the best places to live in the US, according to new rankings. U.S. News & World Report released its 2026-2027 Best Places to Live on Tuesday, May 19. The outlet ranked cities and towns nationwide based on factors like affordability, desirability, job market, and quality of life. The list is meant to help people compare communities by the factors that often matter most when choosing where to live. “As prices of everyday goods continue to rise, consumers are considering affordability as a top priority when choosing a plac…
Best Ice Cream Shops By State: See NY's Top Spot Best Ice Cream Shops By State: See NY's Top Spot
Best Ice Cream Shops By State: See NY's Top Spot A sweet summer debate is ready for a double scoop. A Taste of Home state-by-state roundup spotlights the best ice cream shops across the country, naming one standout in every state. For Daily Voice readers, the list includes picks in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Virginia. Here are the ice cream spots named in those seven states: New York: Serendipity 3, New York City. The Manhattan landmark is known for its "Frrrozen" Hot Chocolate, a dessert-drink favorite that Taste of Home says has been served more than 25 million times. New J…
What Americans Can't Stop Obsessing Over May Surprise You: New Survey What Americans Can't Stop Obsessing Over May Surprise You: New Survey
What Americans Can't Stop Obsessing Over May Surprise You: New Survey Americans have found something new to obsess over: just how much everyone else is obsessing. The newly released Talker Research poll of 2,000 US adults found that 64 percent believe the country has a serious obsession problem, with people willing to fixate on almost anything. Sixty-five percent said Americans obsess over food, while 55 percent cited health and fitness. Among food trends, air frying led at 46 percent, followed by zero-sugar drinks at 45 percent and snack foods advertised as healthy at 44 percent. Proteinmaxxing was noticed by 28 percent, while 11 percent noti…
Hudson Valley Pitmaster Competes On Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl’ Hudson Valley Pitmaster Competes On Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl’
Hudson Valley Pitmaster Competes On Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl’ Chris Farella, co-owner of Brothers BBQ in Bergen and Rockland counties, will compete on Food Network’s “BBQ Brawl” in an episode airing Sunday, May 18. Farella, of Fort Lee, runs the family-owned barbecue restaurant with locations in Ramsey and New Windsor, NY, alongside his brothers Gavin and Jamie. The brothers grew up spending summers in North Carolina’s Outer Banks, where family barbecues and Southern cooking traditions inspired their love of food and hospitality. They opened their first Hudson Valley barbecue shack in 2008 before rebuilding and expanding the business after a fire…
Jimmy Fallon Makes Rare Gesture For Stephen Colbert's Final 'Late Show' Jimmy Fallon Makes Rare Gesture For Stephen Colbert's Final 'Late Show'
Jimmy Fallon Makes Rare Gesture For Stephen Colbert's Final 'Late Show' Another one of Stephen Colbert's competitors and friends will let him have the late-night stage to himself for his final episode, according to reports. "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" will not air a new episode on Thursday, May 21, when CBS broadcasts the final episode of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." Variety and The Hollywood Reporter reported Fallon's decision on Tuesday, May 12. NBC will air a repeat episode of Fallon's show in his time slot on May 21. The network described the move to The Hollywood Reporter as "a sign of late-night solidarity." The decision comes one d…
NY's Best Hole-In-Wall Burger Joint Revealed: New Rankings NY's Best Hole-In-Wall Burger Joint Revealed: New Rankings
NY's Best Hole-In-Wall Burger Joint Revealed: New Rankings A fresh burger debate is ready to hit the griddle. The new state-by-state list was published by Tasting Table, and focuses on independent, no-frills burger spots with loyal local followings. Tasting Table said it looked for unassuming places serving burgers that are consistently juicy, flavorful, and worth a drive. For Daily Voice readers, the list includes standouts in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Virginia. Here are the burger joints named in those seven states: New York: Paul's Da Burger Joint, Manhattan. The East Village spot has been s…
Newest USPS Stamps Honor Bald Eagles For Nation's 250th Anniversary: When To Get Them Newest USPS Stamps Honor Bald Eagles For Nation's 250th Anniversary: When To Get Them
Newest USPS Stamps Honor Bald Eagles For Nation's 250th Anniversary: When To Get Them The US Postal Service is honoring the national bird to celebrate the country's 250th anniversary. The USPS will begin selling bald eagle-themed Forever stamps in mid-May. The series, titled "Bald Eagle: Hatchling to Adult," features five realistic illustrations showing the national bird at different stages of life, including baby eaglets. Derry Noyes, an art director for USPS, designed the stamps using original paintings by ornithologist and artist David Allen Sibley. "These latest stamps offer a new take on the American icon and feature realistic illustrations of the bird at differen…
Jimmy Kimmel Makes Major Move For Stephen Colbert's Final CBS Episode: Reports Jimmy Kimmel Makes Major Move For Stephen Colbert's Final CBS Episode: Reports
Jimmy Kimmel Makes Major Move For Stephen Colbert's Final CBS Episode: Reports Jimmy Kimmel will step aside and give the spotlight to his late-night pal's final episode, according to reports. "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will not air a new episode on Thursday, May 21, when CBS broadcasts the final episode of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." LateNighter was first to report on Kimmel's decision on Monday, May 11. ABC will air a repeat episode of Kimmel's show in his time slot on May 21. "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will produce new episodes as scheduled from Monday, May 18, through Wednesday, May 20. In 2015, Kimmel made a similar move when David Letterman ended his run hosting "…
When Food Cravings Hit, These Are Favorite Picks: New Survey When Food Cravings Hit, These Are Favorite Picks: New Survey
When Food Cravings Hit, These Are Favorite Picks: New Survey A daily habit many Americans share is revealing new insight into when food cravings are hardest to ignore. A new survey is shedding light on when cravings tend to strike and how people respond when the urge for a favorite food hits. The Talker Research survey of 5,000 Americans, conducted for EveryPlate, found that cravings peak at 3:42 p.m., making late afternoon the most tempting time of day for many. On average, respondents said they experience two cravings a day, with 24 percent reporting they deal with them even more often. When cravings hit, most people don’t wait long to act. Fifty-…
Americans Now Scaling Back On Travel, Survey Says: Here's Why Americans Now Scaling Back On Travel, Survey Says: Here's Why
Americans Now Scaling Back On Travel, Survey Says: Here's Why A shift in how Americans plan their trips is offering new insight into what’s driving travel decisions this year. More Americans are scaling back how much they spend on travel, according to a Talker Research survey of 2,000 Americans commissioned by CheapCaribbean Vacations that highlights a growing focus on value. The study found that 58 percent plan to spend less on travel than they did last year, with budgets down an average of 23 percent. Three in four respondents said their travel budget does not stretch as far due to higher prices. Rising costs appear to be reshaping behavior. Seven …
Top Pizza List Spotlights Standouts By State: Here Are NY's Best Top Pizza List Spotlights Standouts By State: Here Are NY's Best
Top Pizza List Spotlights Standouts By State: Here Are NY's Best A fresh pizza debate is ready to come out of the oven. The rankings were compiled by 50 Top Pizza, an Italy-based guide whose anonymous inspectors evaluate pizzerias on food, service, and overall customer experience. The 50 Top Pizza USA 2025 rankings place Una Pizza Napoletana in New York at No. 1 nationally, with NY claiming the deepest showing among the states requested. The ranking also gives strong placement to nearby standouts, including Pizzeria Beddia in Philadelphia at No. 11, Razza in Jersey City at No. 12, and Zeneli in New Haven at No. 35. The page provided by 50 Top Pizza lis…
Veteran Stuns Drew Carey With Biggest Single-Game Win In 'Price Is Right' History Veteran Stuns Drew Carey With Biggest Single-Game Win In 'Price Is Right' History
Veteran Stuns Drew Carey With Biggest Single-Game Win In 'Price Is Right' History A veteran from Virginia made history on "The Price Is Right" on a very special Mother's Day episode. Vanesa McCaskell took home a cool $227,500 in cash, plus a mother-daughter trip to Morocco during the CBS airing on Friday, May 8, bringing her total haul to more than $240,000. It is the largest single-game prize in the 54-year history of the show on CBS. In 2019, contestant Michael Stouber left with $262,743 in cash and prizes across multiple games in a single episode, including a massive Plinko win. Her big win came playing The Lion's Share, a new branded game that debuted just this seas…
Iconic Singer Bonnie Tyler Placed Into Coma After Emergency Surgery Iconic Singer Bonnie Tyler Placed Into Coma After Emergency Surgery
Iconic Singer Bonnie Tyler Placed Into Coma After Emergency Surgery Legendary singer Bonnie Tyler has been placed into an induced coma as she recovers from emergency intestinal surgery, according to her spokesman. Tyler, 74, was rushed to a hospital near her home in Faro, Portugal, according to a statement on her website on Wednesday, May 6. Her next performance is scheduled for a music festival in Malta on Friday, May 22, and she has tour dates across Europe planned throughout 2026. The Welsh artist's representatives shared an update on her condition with the BBC on Thursday, May 7. "Bonnie has been put into an induced coma by her doct…
New 'Law & Order' Episode Has Scenes Filmed In Hudson Valley Firehouse New 'Law & Order' Episode Has Scenes Filmed In Hudson Valley Firehouse
New 'Law & Order' Episode Has Scenes Filmed In Hudson Valley Firehouse Popular primetime crime drama "Law & Order" is bringing a piece of Westchester County to the national spotlight. Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced that the latest episode of NBC’s Law & Order airing on Thursday, May 7, features scenes filmed inside Yonkers Fire Department Station One, highlighting the city’s growing role as a filming destination.  The episode, titled “Once Burned,” airs Thursday night at 8 p.m. and centers on the investigation into the death of a fire chief, according to show descriptions from IMDb.  Spano celebrated the moment on social media, call…
Britney Spears Ordered To Rehab, Psychiatric Treatment After DUI Arrest Britney Spears Ordered To Rehab, Psychiatric Treatment After DUI Arrest
Britney Spears Ordered To Rehab, Psychiatric Treatment After DUI Arrest Pop superstar Britney Spears will avoid more jail time after pleading guilty two months after she was arrested for suspected driving under the influence. Spears, 44, entered a guilty plea for reckless driving involving alcohol, drugs, or both, in Ventura County Superior Court on Monday, May 4. She was initially charged with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol after a March arrest. As part of the plea deal, the "...Baby One More Time" singer will serve 12 months of probation, complete a three-month substance abuse program, and pay a $571 fine. Spears was also…
Dolly Parton Cancels Concert Series Amid Health Concerns: 'A Little Bad News' Dolly Parton Cancels Concert Series Amid Health Concerns: 'A Little Bad News'
Dolly Parton Cancels Concert Series Amid Health Concerns: 'A Little Bad News' The "good news," Dolly Parton said, is that she is "responding really well to meds and treatments" and "improving every day." The 80-year-old country music icon said in a video posted to Facebook Reels and Instagram Stories on Monday, May 4, that she had an update on her health, which also included "little bad news." The bad news is that she is canceling her six-show "Dolly: Live in Las Vegas" residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, which had already been moved from December 2025 to September. Parton said it will take time before she is back to "stage performan…
Illness Outbreak Linked To Animal Yoga, Sparking Health Warning From Officials Illness Outbreak Linked To Animal Yoga, Sparking Health Warning From Officials
Illness Outbreak Linked To Animal Yoga, Sparking Health Warning From Officials A live animal yoga class has been linked to an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing illness spread through close contact with infected animals, according to health officials. Cryptosporidiosis is caused by a parasite that spreads when people accidentally swallow tiny amounts of fecal matter from infected animals. Northern Nevada Public Health warned about the illness, also called "Crypto," in a news release on Friday, May 1. Symptoms include diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting. Other illnesses, including E. coli and Salmonella infections, can also spread through animal c…
Survey Reveals Leading Ways Americans Satisfy Their Curiosity Survey Reveals Leading Ways Americans Satisfy Their Curiosity
Survey Reveals Leading Ways Americans Satisfy Their Curiosity A new study reveals how Americans choose to experience the world. A growing number say their sense of curiosity increases with age, and many are actively seeking new ways to explore it, according to a survey of 2,000 Americans by Talker Research on behalf of National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions. The study found 57 percent of Americans say they become more curious as the years go by, while 76 percent express a desire to try new things, and 70 percent say they are interested in being adventurous. One of the most common ways people satisfy that curiosity is by seeing more of the world, wi…
$30 Concert Ticket Deal Celebrates Summer's Return: How To Buy $30 Concert Ticket Deal Celebrates Summer's Return: How To Buy
$30 Concert Ticket Deal Celebrates Summer's Return: How To Buy You can catch some huge concerts this summer without spending too much money, thanks to a huge deal. Live Nation's "Summer of Live" promotion will return on Wednesday, April 29. The deal offers $30 tickets to shows by some of the biggest names in music, including Guns' N Roses, Jason Aldean, Lil Wayne, and Pitbull.  Fans can purchase up to four tickets per event, while supplies last. Live Nation All Access members get early access to tickets through Tuesday, April 28. Here are just a few of the top acts included in the promotion: 5 Seconds of Summer Avenged Sevenfold and Good Charlo…
NY Among Top 10 States For Supporting Working Moms, New Study Finds: Here's Why NY Among Top 10 States For Supporting Working Moms, New Study Finds: Here's Why
NY Among Top 10 States For Supporting Working Moms, New Study Finds: Here's Why Several Northeast states are among the best in the country for working mothers, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 list of the Best & Worst States for Working Moms on Monday, April 27. The personal finance website ranked all 50 states and Washington, DC, based on factors like child care, professional opportunities, and work-life balance. In 2025, about 74% of moms with children under age 18 were employed, though women still earn roughly 82% of what men make per hour. "The US still has a lot of work to do when it comes to improving conditions for working moms, given t…
New Study Highlights Growing Trend Of ‘No Contact’ In US New Study Highlights Growing Trend Of ‘No Contact’ In US
New Study Highlights Growing Trend Of ‘No Contact’ In US A growing number of Americans are quietly reshaping their relationships, changing how they connect with others. More Americans are choosing to cut off contact with friends and family rather than work through conflict, according to a Talker Research survey conducted for Talkspace that highlights shifting social habits and rising isolation. The study of 2,000 Americans found that 38 percent have gone “no contact” with a loved one in the past year. The trend is most pronounced among younger people.  Sixty percent of Gen Z respondents, those born between 1997 and 2012, said they had cut t…
Want To Lose Weight? Mayo Clinic Reveals Top Foods To Eat, Avoid Want To Lose Weight? Mayo Clinic Reveals Top Foods To Eat, Avoid
Want To Lose Weight? Mayo Clinic Reveals Top Foods To Eat, Avoid The Mayo Clinic has released its recommendations for the best and worst foods to eat when trying to lose weight.  The key, according to the clinic, is focusing on foods that are low in energy density (calories) but high in volume and nutrients, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. The best foods for weight loss include: Vegetables: Fresh or frozen options like broccoli, carrots, peppers, and tomatoes. Fruits: Apples, bananas, berries, and oranges, which are rich in fiber. Whole Grains: Oatmeal, brown rice, whole-wheat pasta, and whole-wheat bread. Lean Protein & Dairy: S…
Loneliness Trends Grow As Americans Shift How They Connect Loneliness Trends Grow As Americans Shift How They Connect
Loneliness Trends Grow As Americans Shift How They Connect A quiet shift in how Americans connect is revealing deeper changes in everyday relationships. More Americans are distancing themselves from friends, family, and even casual interactions, according to a Talker Research survey conducted for Talkspace that highlights a growing sense of loneliness and disconnection. The study of 2,000 Americans found that 38 percent have gone “no contact” with a loved one in the past year, with younger generations leading the trend.  Sixty percent of Gen Z respondents — those born between 1997 and 2012 — said they had cut off contact, followed by 50 perce…
Ultra-Rare Lobster With Perfect Color Split Discovered: 'Once-In-50-Million Catch' Ultra-Rare Lobster With Perfect Color Split Discovered: 'Once-In-50-Million Catch'
Ultra-Rare Lobster With Perfect Color Split Discovered: 'Once-In-50-Million Catch' An extremely rare lobster won't be on the menu on Cape Cod this summer. A lobster with a perfectly split shell in two different colors was caught off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, on Thursday, April 16. Wellfleet Shellfish Company shared the news of the highly improbable find in a Facebook post on Tuesday, April 21. The Eastham-based company donated the "rare beauty" to the Woods Hole Science Aquarium, keeping it away from butter and bread buns. "Split lobsters like this are extraordinarily rare — caused by unique genetic variations that create their striking half-and-hal…
MTV Is Cutting 'Jersey Shore,' But Cast Is Already Plotting Next Chapter MTV Is Cutting 'Jersey Shore,' But Cast Is Already Plotting Next Chapter
MTV Is Cutting 'Jersey Shore,' But Cast Is Already Plotting Next Chapter If you thought that "Jersey Shore Family Vacation" was done just because MTV is in its last season with the show, think again. The long-running reality hit is coming to an end, with a final season set to premiere next month, but the cast says there's still more work to do. "I think it’s time for a new home now and that’s what we’re gonna do," Angelina said in an interview with PEOPLE. "We don't want to stop," Vinny said. "Legends don't retire, they reroute," The Situation added. The final 18 episodes will debut on Thursday, May 7 at 8 p.m., marking the end of a franchise that began …