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This week’s top lifestyle stories include delicious recipes, surprising trends in America’s hottest baby names, stories about wild nature, weird news, and more. As you start your weekend, read these articles. (@hanifwondir/instagram; iStock; SWNS)
Weird and viral
The Social Security Administration has revealed the most popular names for baby girls and boys in the United States – and Liam and Olivia top the list once again. A baby name consultant weighs in on what’s going on. Click here to get the story.
A California man told Fox News Digital that he painted a boat mural on his fence after city officials asked him to build a barrier for his boat. Optical illusion art is now attracting attention online. Click here to get the story.
A pigeon parachute used to carry messages during World War II and D-Day has been found in an old shoebox. The unique object is reportedly at least 80 years old. Click here to get the story.
An Instacart driver in Georgia started using TikTok after a failed attempt to deliver wings to a state prison. The request on the app said the delivery was for a “Death Row Feast.” Click here to get the story.
An Instacart delivery driver is drawing attention on TikTok after he claims he tried to deliver meals to a Georgia prison but was turned away by prison guards. (Chrisalia Farley)
Food and fun facts
Which is better for you, cream or margarine? Here’s what you should know about the health and nutritional content of these two spreads, and whether you should choose one over the other. Click here to get the story.
Even if you want to watch your waistline, enjoy Taco Bell in moderation. Nutritionists tell you how to get the most nutrients from fast food if you want to “live healthy.” Click here to get the story.
Summer is coming and the chicken wings are crowing. This grilling season, try these delicious, melt-in-your-mouth recipes from chefs in Lexington, Kentucky. Click here to get the story.
Smothered in a delicious rub, these delicious chicken wings are perfect to make this month and beyond. Enjoy them with family and friends. (iStock/Anne H. Evans)
Victory and work-from-home news
A North Carolina resident won the ultimate jackpot in an instant win game. The woman said she initially thought the game was in “demo mode” and felt “lucky.” Click here to get the story.
WalletHub ranked the best states in the U.S. for working from home based on factors such as internet access, internet security, electricity prices, housing size and more. Here are some states that are doing well — and there are some surprises. Click here to get the story.
WalletHub has released its list of the best states for remote work in 2024. (iStock)
Wonderful outdoor activities
A fisherman recently alerted authorities in Colorado to giant invasive fish in local ponds, leading to a massive crackdown on the creatures. Click here to get the story.
Two Georgia anglers recently set or tied state fishing records with their impressive catches. The records were recently endorsed by Department of Natural Resources officials. Click here to get the story.
Jason Rich (left) and Molly Strickland (far right) from Georgia recently set or tied the state record for saltwater fish. (Georgia Department of Natural Resources)
Gifts for the dad in your life
With Father’s Day right around the corner, here’s a roundup of great gift ideas for the foodie dad in your family. Click here to get the story.
Wonderful American story
Massachusetts author Paula Bernice Roberts’ new book, “Sealed With a Kiss,” is based on 350 love letters her father wrote to her mother while she was serving in World War II. Click here to get the story.
Otto Rohwedder of Davenport, Iowa invented sliced bread in 1928, an invention that became the standard by which all other products were judged. Click here to get the story.
Sliced bread was introduced in 1928 by a bakery in Chillicothe, Missouri. Otto Rohwedel of Iowa invented a machine that could slice and package fresh bread. (Charity Trotter, Click Charity Photography and Illustrated Press Ltd/Alamy Stock Photo)
Very hot video
Auckland Zoo has installed a pulley system to allow giraffes to eat at a more natural height. The tool was purchased through the California Zoo’s donor matching challenge. See it in action! Click here to watch the video.
Hannah Winkler tried to tell her brother that she was pregnant and that he was going to be an uncle. Zach mistook this jumpsuit with the Cleveland Browns logo for something for the family cat. Check out his funny reaction! Click here to watch the video.
Pets are family
A drug to treat feline infectious peritonitis will be available in the United States on June 1, a move that cat advocates and lovers are calling “something to celebrate.” Click here to get the story.
Shrimp, a paralyzed three-year-old cat with soft fur who loves to cuddle and hang out, is up for adoption in Central Texas. Her rescue team hopes she will find her forever home. Click here to get the story.
Shrimp is a 3-year-old cat in Texas who became paralyzed after a fall in December 2022. (Shaky Beard Rescue)
Faith and traditional values
Lara Trump and Kevin Sorbo are hosting a children’s story class in Florida this weekend to read from a new children’s book published by Brave Books and promote traditional values. Click here to get the story.
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A statue honoring the Rev. Billy Graham was unveiled Thursday, May 16, at the U.S. Capitol. Click here to get the story.
A statue of Rev. Graham was unveiled at the U.S. Capitol on Thursday, May 16, 2024. (Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images)
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