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Why So Many Burger Chains Use Thousand Island Dressing as Their Special Sauce

It's no secret that most fast food "secret sauces" are a riff on Thousand Island dressing.

Costco samples are losing that human touch.

Attention, Shoppers: Costco Sample Stations May Be Going Self-Serve

Product kiosks are popping up at Costco locations, casting doubt over the role of human product demonstrators.

If you've been here recently, this PSA is for you.

May Contain Rocks or Insects: Trader Joe’s Adds Falafel and Soup to Its List of Recalled Food Items

First it was almond cookies—now it’s Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup and Fully Cooked Falafel.

Recall Alert: These Trader Joe’s Cookies May Contain Rocks

Here’s how to know whether to toss your Trader Joe’s cookies.

Autocado: Chipotle’s New Guacamole Robot Cuts, Cores, and Peels Avocados

Chipotle’s ‘Autocado’ takes the drudgery out of making guacamole.

(Left to right) Brendan Gleeson, Colin Farrell, and Pat Shortt in 'The Banshees of Inisherin' (2022).

The Pub From ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ Is Now a Real Place

‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ filming locations mostly got torn down after production. One genius decided to resurrect the pub.

The Riveting Reason Blue Jeans Have Those Little Metal Studs Over the Pockets

If you’re wearing jeans, you’ll probably spot some tiny metal rivets surrounding the front pockets. Like a lot of details in life, we’ve become accustomed to seeing them. So why are they there?

Sarah Snook, Elizabeth Banks, Geraldine Viswanathan, and Zach Galifianakis in promotional image for "The Beanie Bubble" (2023).

‘The Beanie Bubble’: How Ty Warner Tricked the World Into Buying Into the Beanie Baby Craze

Before watching 'The Beanie Bubble', learn the true story behind the Beanie Baby craze that swept the world in the 1990s.

If You Bought A&W Root Beer in the Past 7 Years, the Company Might Owe You Money

Do you feel wronged by A&W? You might be entitled to compensation.

Storefront of Trader Joe's in Los Angeles.

The Reason Trader Joe’s Parking Lots Are So Small

Trader Joe’s admits their parking lots are small, and they don’t plan on changing that anytime soon.

Jennifer Aniston, Matthew Perry, and Courteney Cox on the set of "Friends."

First Location of the ‘Friends’-Inspired Central Perk Coffee Chain Is Coming to Boston

Instead of staying true to the New York setting of 'Friends,' the Central Perk Coffeehouse is opening its first location in Boston.

Costco and Walmart Frozen Strawberries Are Subject to Recall—Here’s How to Check If Yours Are Affected

Everything you need to know about the frozen strawberries recalled from Costco, Walmart, and more stores.

The Real Reason Trader Joe’s Doesn’t Allow Online Orders

The in-person shopping experience is part of the Trader Joe's brand.

A Purple ‘Grimace Shake’ Is Coming to McDonald’s

McDonald’s new milkshake is bright purple, berry-flavored, and inspired by Grimace.

The Clever Reason Why Grocery Stores Change Their Layouts So Often

A grocery store’s layout strategy is very calculated—and rearranging inventory is meant to confuse you.

The party is over for Netflix account sharing.

Netflix Has Been Threatening to Crack Down on Password Sharing for Years—Now They're Finally Doing It

When it comes to password sharing, Netflix no longer has any chill.

Joyce Chen on the set of "Joyce Chen Cooks"

7 Facts About Joyce Chen, the TV Chef Who Introduced Americans to Chinese Cuisine

Through her restaurant, cookbook, and television show, Joyce Chen introduced many Americans to Chinese cuisine.

The mob has been busy throughout history.

7 Businesses You Probably Didn’t Know Were Controlled By the Mob

To create inroads into other industries without drawing much attention to themselves, crime families found creative ways to launder money and rule where one might least expect.

The show is a launching pad for emerging businesses.

25 of the Most Successful Products from ‘Shark Tank’

ABC’s “Shark Tank” is a launching pad for entrepreneurs and their inventions. Check out 25 of the show’s most successful products, including Bombas socks, the Comfy, and more.

Someone better check on Abbi from "Broad City."

Bed Bath & Beyond Is Closing Its Doors Forever—Here’s What To Know

The retailer recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to liquidate its remaining stores. Here’s what Bed Bath & Beyond’s closing sales mean for coupons, returns, and more.

Retro furniture from IKEA's Nytillverkad line.

IKEA Is Reviving Designs From Its Past in Celebration of Its 80th Anniversary

IKEA’s Nytillverkad line is inspired by vintage looks that should be familiar to long-time shoppers.

Amazon warehouse employees have some stories to tell.

16 Secrets of Amazon Warehouse Employees

Current and former Amazon fulfillment center associates talk everything from the perils of shipping kitty litter to sharing work space with artificial intelligence: “The robots will not stop for anything.”

These 'bots really knew how to throw a party.

Remembering the Chuck E. Cheese and ShowBiz Pizza Robot Wars of the 1980s

Before Chuck E. Cheese was officially a mouse, he was a rat. And the backstabbing around him was epic.

10 Discontinued Fast Food Menu Items That Made a Comeback

From Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza to KFC's Double Down, these discontinued fast food items made triumphant returns.

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