7-Eleven Is Closing 645 Stores — The Five-Year Decline Most Customers Don't See
7‑Eleven’s parent, Seven & i Holdings, announced it will shutter 645 North American stores by the end of fiscal year 2026, extending a five‑year pattern of net closures. The company plans to convert some sites into wholesale fuel locations and to open 205 new wholesale stores in the same year. Over the past five years, store count has fallen each year, with 373 closures in FY2025 and 474 in FY2024. Executives say the move will streamline operations, prioritize larger formats with expanded food offerings, and improve profitability.
The Best 'Legend of Zelda' Game Came Out 34 Years Ago
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past debuted on April 13, 1992 for the SNES, redefining top‑down 2D adventure gaming. Its technical leap gave Link iconic tools like the Pegasus Boots and Master Sword, establishing mechanics that would become series staples. Nintendo has re‑released...
I Never Travel Internationally Without This Epicka Adapter That Charges 6 Devices Anywhere in the World
The Epicka TA-105 Universal Travel Adapter, priced at $23, earned Men’s Journal’s 2026 Travel Awards title for best adapter. It features four interchangeable plugs that work in over 200 countries and can fast‑charge up to six devices simultaneously via USB‑C...
1983 Album Ranked as 'One of the Best Debut Albums of All Time' Stands the Test of Time
Rolling Stone has placed R.E.M.'s 1983 debut album Murmur among the ten best debut records of all time, underscoring its enduring influence. The album, recorded at Charlotte’s Reflection Studios after the band swapped producers, initially sold roughly 200,000 copies but...
‘The Boys’ Season 5: Is Soldier Boy Dead?
The Boys’ final season reintroduces Jensen Ackles’ Soldier Boy in episode 2, only to have him seemingly killed by the supe‑killing virus that the Boys plan to use against Homelander. In a surprise twist, Soldier Boy awakens from a body bag moments before...
Converse's Iconic High-Top Chucks Are an Extremely Rare 20% Off at Zappos
Zappos has launched its "Win The Season" sale, giving shoppers 20% off the iconic Converse Chuck Taylor All‑Star high‑top sneakers. The discount drops the price from $65 to $52 when customers apply the WIN20 promo code at checkout. The promotion,...
Victor Glover's First Words After Returning From the Moon Will Tug At Your Heart
NASA astronaut Victor Glover delivered an emotional address after the Artemis II crew splashed down, thanking God and his five daughters before speaking to the broader public. The Artemis II mission marked a ten‑day, crewed test flight that looped around the Moon—the...
NASA Chief Says Artemis III Crew Announcement Is Coming Soon After 'Greatest Adventure in Human History'
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced that the Artemis III crew will be revealed in the coming weeks, following the successful return of the Artemis II crew after a historic 10‑day lunar flyby. The Artemis III mission, targeted for 2027, will launch on the...
Christina Koch Shares Strong Message After Artemis II Return to Earth
NASA’s Artemis II crew completed a 10‑day lunar flyby and splashed down safely off San Diego, with all four astronauts emerging unassisted and in good health. Astronaut Christina Koch used the moment to reflect on the deeper meaning of crew, describing a...
1973 Hit Voted 'Best Country Song of All Time' Rocked The Music Industry
Dolly Parton’s 1973 single “Jolene” has been crowned the top track on Billboard’s 100 Best Country Songs of All Time. The song originally surged to No. 1 on the Billboard Country Songs chart and reached No. 60 on the Hot 100, showcasing its...
Netflix Quietly Cancels New Movie After Star Actress Drops Out
Netflix quietly pulled the sports drama *Perfect* after star Millie Bobby Brown left the project over creative differences. The film, which would have chronicled 1996 gymnast Kerri Strug’s heroic Olympic vault, had already seen director Gia Coppola replaced by Cate Shortland. While the...
Osprey's Top-Rated Travel Backpack Is 50% Off in 5 Colors at REI
REI’s outlet sale, running through April 13, is offering the Osprey Arcane Roll‑Top Pack at a 50% discount, slashing the price from $110 to $55. The 22‑liter travel backpack, praised for its 4.6‑star rating, comes in five colorways and features a...
Popular Action Movie Joining Streaming — Just Months After Box Office Disappointment
Edgar Wright’s 2025 remake of *The Running Man* will debut on Amazon Prime Video on April 17, 2025, just five months after a disappointing theatrical run. The film grossed $69.5 million worldwide against a $110 million production budget, resulting in a roughly...
Popular Restaurant Chain More Than 90 Years Old Closing Locations
Primanti Bros., the Pittsburgh‑born sandwich chain with a 90‑plus‑year legacy, announced the closure of its Monroeville and North Versailles locations after a sustained traffic decline. CEO Gerald Pulsinelli said the moves reflect shifting consumer demand in specific markets. Both sites...
Episode 4 of 'Daredevil: Born Again' Season 2 Just Broke Major MCU Record
Marvel Studios’ *Daredevil: Born Again* Season 2 has hit a historic milestone as Episode 4 earned a 9.6/10 rating on IMDb, the highest ever for a Marvel TV episode. The series, which returned the original cast after a three‑year production delay, continues...
Sod Vs. Seed: The Fastest Way to Get a Lush Lawn (And the Best One Long-Term)
Choosing between sod and seed determines how quickly homeowners can enjoy a lush lawn and how much they will spend. Sod delivers an established, weed‑free lawn in two to three weeks but requires installation within 24 hours of harvest and...
Netflix Ending Popular Historical Series After Three Seasons
Netflix announced that the German‑language historical drama "The Empress" will end after three seasons, with a six‑part finale slated for fall/winter 2026. The series logged 106.6 million streaming hours in its debut week, ranking #2 among all Netflix titles at launch....
I Tried These Trail Shoes and They Solved My Biggest Issue With Hokas
Tread Labs’ Dover RS Trail Shoes are engineered around the company’s podiatrist‑designed Pace Insole, delivering immediate arch support and a custom‑fit feel. The APMA‑certified insole comes in multiple arch heights, allowing users to swap it without compromising shoe structure. Featuring...
Somehow, Massive Fans Are Already 100 Percent Completing 'Crimson Desert'
Crimson Desert, Pearl Abyss’s new open‑world RPG, was released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC just 18 days ago. A Reddit user, TioZer0, posted the first documented 100 percent Platinum trophy, confirming a full completion after roughly 305 hours of gameplay....
Southwest Airlines Passenger Confused By Repeated Issue With Seats
Southwest Airlines switched to an assigned‑seat model on Jan 27 2026, ending its long‑standing open‑boarding system. A Reddit user reported that when booking two adult seats plus a lap infant, the third seat in the selected row automatically appeared occupied each time...
New Proposal to Send $1,000 Direct Payments to Millions of Americans
Representative Henry Cuellar introduced the American Consumer Tariff Rebate Act of 2026, a House proposal that would issue direct payments of roughly $1,000 to $2,000 to eligible U.S. households. The legislation aims to offset an estimated $231 billion in consumer costs...
Why Most Grass Fails in Sandy Soil—And the Types That Actually Thrive
Growing grass in sandy soil is possible but requires specific strategies. The primary obstacle is rapid drainage and low nutrient content, which can be mitigated by adding organic matter such as compost. Selecting drought‑tolerant species—tall fescue for cool climates and...
Clint Eastwood’s Legendary Westerns Are Streaming for Free on Tubi This April
Tubi is rolling out more than 100 free titles in April, highlighted by the addition of Clint Eastwood’s iconic Dollars trilogy—A Fistful of Dollars, For a Few Dollars More, and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. The classic Spaghetti...
The Lawn Fertilizing Schedule Experts Swear By for Greener Grass
Experts from Home Depot, TruGreen and Ace Hardware outline a seasonal lawn fertilizing schedule that balances nitrogen‑phosphorus‑potassium (NPK) applications with soil temperature and grass type. Most residential lawns benefit from three to four feedings per year, spaced six to eight...
Amazon Is Selling an Indoor Pizza Oven for 50% Off, and Shoppers Say It's 'So Much Better' Than Ooni
Amazon is offering the Chefman Indoor Pizza Oven at a 50% discount, slashing the price from $400 to $200. The countertop appliance reaches up to 800 °F, cooks a 12‑inch pizza in about five minutes, and features six preset cooking modes....
Forged From a 1918 WWI Fighter Plane: Why Sopwith’s $8,500 Nieuport 28 Is the Ultimate 'Engine' Watch
Sopwith Watch Company has launched the Nieuport 28 Limited‑Edition GMT, a luxury timepiece whose case is forged from steel recovered from a 1918 Gnome rotary engine that powered an American WWI fighter. Only 98 units will be produced, each priced...
Elite Soccer Player Fuels ‘Feed the Dream’ Campaign
Chobani, the official nutrition partner of U.S. Soccer, has launched the second phase of its "Feed the Dream" campaign, investing $5 million to sponsor 500 youth soccer teams across the United States. The initiative features high‑profile players such as Weston McKennie, Christian Pulisic,...
40 Years Ago, This Weird, Genre-Bending Song Hit No. 1
Austrian singer Falco’s 1986 synth‑pop single “Rock Me Amadeus” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the only German‑language rap song to top the U.S. chart. The track mixes new‑wave production with German rap verses that liken Mozart to 1980s...
Popular Pizza Chain Sold During 80th Anniversary
Buddy's Pizza, the Detroit‑style pizzeria founded in 1946, has been acquired by a Detroit‑based investment group led by Saber Ammori, Andrew Dickow and Kevin Denha. The transaction closes as the brand celebrates its 80th anniversary, and the new owners stress...
Surprising New 2026 James Bond Adventure Will Blend Two 007 Styles
Charlie Higson’s debut adult James Bond novel, *King Zero*, is slated for a September 2026 release by Ian Fleming Publications. The book will portray a 35‑year‑old Bond, merging Ian Fleming’s literary tone with the high‑octane style of the films. Higson, known for the *Young Bond*...
Stop Blowing Grass Clippings Into the Street—It Can Cost You
Blowing grass clippings onto streets can clog storm drains, pollute waterways with excess nitrogen, and create slippery surfaces that endanger pedestrians and cyclists. Many municipalities classify the practice as illegal and impose hefty fines on violators. The lost clippings also...
Stop Ignoring This Roof Problem—It Can Lead to Costly Damage
Roof debris from overhanging trees shortens shingle life, traps moisture, and adds weight, leading to leaks, rot, and structural strain. Moisture‑laden leaves and branches foster mold, algae, and granule loss, accelerating deterioration. The article urges homeowners to clear debris promptly,...
Don’t Prune Frost-Damaged Shrubs Just Yet—Here’s Why
A late‑spring frost has blackened buds on many shrubs, prompting homeowners to consider pruning. Experts advise waiting until new growth appears before trimming, to avoid cutting healthy tissue. Normal watering and moderate fertilization are recommended, as over‑watering can invite disease....
Spring Temps Are All Over the Place—Don’t Wreck Your HVAC
Spring’s shoulder season brings temperature swings of 30°F or more, forcing homeowners to toggle between heating and air‑conditioning multiple times a day. While modern HVAC systems can technically handle these rapid changes, frequent cycling can increase energy use and accelerate...
Why You Should Never Pressure Wash Your Windows
Using a pressure washer on residential windows may seem efficient, but the high‑velocity water can damage airtight seals, shatter tempered glass, and force moisture into frame joints. Such damage not only creates fogged panes and reduces energy efficiency, it often...
This Common Garden Hose Habit Could Cost You—Here’s Why
Leaving a garden hose attached to an open spigot may seem convenient, but it subjects the hose to continuous water pressure and sun‑heated water that can degrade the material. Over time, this pressure causes swelling, weak spots, and eventual bursts,...
Grass Too Tall? Fix It Without Wrecking Your Lawn
The article outlines a step‑by‑step method to trim an overgrown lawn without harming the turf. It stresses the one‑third rule—never removing more than a third of blade length in a single pass—and recommends starting with the mower deck at its...
How Kanye West and Kim Kardashian’s Son Inspired Ye’s New Album ‘Bully’
Kanye West, now performing as Ye, dropped his 12th studio album *Bully* in the week of March 27, 2026. The title stems from a playground incident involving his 10‑year‑old son Saint, who kicked another child and declared the victim "weak."...
Wait For This To Happen Before Spraying Your Lawn for Weeds
Applying post‑emergent weed killers too early in spring can stress dormant grass and reduce effectiveness. Homeowners should wait until the lawn is fully green, has been mowed two to four times, and nighttime temperatures stay consistently above freezing. Once weeds...
This Kitchen Leftover Can Supercharge Your Garden
Coffee grounds, often discarded, are a nutrient‑rich organic amendment for gardens and compost. Containing about 2% nitrogen plus magnesium, phosphorus and calcium, they boost soil aeration, drainage and feed beneficial worms while repelling pests like ants and slugs. When incorporated...
Don’t Mulch Yet—This Common Spring Mistake Can Backfire
Mulching is a proven way to improve soil health and curb weeds, but applying it in early spring can backfire. Cool, wet conditions trap cold and excess moisture, delaying plant emergence and fostering fungal disease and pests. Experts recommend waiting...
‘Young Sheldon’ Star Addresses ‘Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’ Comeback Rumors
Iain Armitage told Us Weekly on March 28, 2026 that there are no current plans for him to reprise Sheldon Cooper on the "Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage" spin‑off, though he would welcome a cameo a few seasons down the...
I Fly Frequently for Work and Leisure. Emirates Is the Best Airline for Adventure Travel in 2026
Emirates has been crowned the top airline for adventure travel in 2026 by Men’s Journal, thanks to its Dubai hub, expansive route network and new Airbus A350 fleet. The carrier is adding a daily Helsinki service, expanding to Entebbe and...
With 30 Hours of Battery Life, Bowers & Wikins Px8 S2 McLaren Edition Are the Best Travel Headphones I've Used
Bowers & Wickens unveiled the Px8 S2 McLaren Edition, a premium over‑ear headphone priced at $899, aimed at discerning travelers. The model features a 40 mm carbon‑cone driver, adaptive ANC with transparency mode, and up to 30 hours of battery life that can be replenished...
Osprey's $110 Roll-Top Backpack Is on Sale for $37 at Nordstrom Rack
Nordstrom Rack’s Clear the Rack sale is offering the Osprey Arcane 22‑Liter Roll‑Top Backpack for $37, down from its regular $110 price—a 66% discount. The promotion runs through March 29 and adds an extra 25% off the already‑clearance inventory. The...
Scotts' 3-in-1 Grass Seed and Fertilizer Mix Is Over 30% Off During Amazon's Spring Sale
Scotts Turf Builder Thick’r Lawn 3‑in‑1 Grass Seed Fertilizer is on Amazon’s Big Spring Sale for $22, a 31% discount from its regular $32 price. The 12‑pound bag, which covers up to 1,200 square feet, is marketed as an all‑in‑one...
43 Years Ago Today, Michael Jackson Did Something No One Had Ever Seen Before
On March 25, 1983, Michael Jackson performed solo at the Motown 25 television special, introducing the moonwalk during his rendition of "Billie Jean." The performance aired on May 16, 1983, instantly captivating audiences and cementing his status as a pop...
Is Spring a Good Time to Aerate Your Lawn? Experts Weigh In
Spring is the optimal window for lawn aeration, especially when grass is actively growing. Core aeration, which removes soil plugs, is preferred over spike aeration because it truly relieves compaction and boosts water, air, and nutrient flow. Warm‑season grasses such...
1991 Anthem Named the Most Iconic Grunge Song of the '90s
Audio Ink Radio has crowned Nirvana’s 1991 single “Smells Like Teen Spirit” the most iconic grunge song of the 1990s. The ranking highlights the track’s role in catapulting Seattle’s underground scene into mainstream rock dominance. Critics note the song’s simple...
'Grand Theft Auto VI' Price Window Confirmed — and Fans Are Divided
Take‑Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI will launch without in‑game ads and is expected to retail between $70 and $80, a notable increase from GTA V's $59.99 launch price. The announcement sparked a heated debate among gamers,...