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New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Costco is teasing fans with a food court comeback — but there's an unwelcome twist
'That don't impress them much.' A new take on a beloved Costco food court item will soon be making an appearance — but fans of the wholesale giant aren't sure how they feel about it. Costco is notorious for adding and removing items from its food court menu. Remember the Polish hot dogs, the Carne Asada Bake or the cinnamon pretzels? May they all rest in peace. The bulk item store announced that the Combo Calzone — a new take on the OG Combo Pizza — will soon be available at its food court, but customers aren't jumping up and down over this news. 3 The response to this new Costco food court item is underwhelming. Instagram/Costco Buys According to Southern Living, the $6.99 food item is stuffed with pepperoni, sausage, cheese, onions, peppers, olives and mushrooms. Although it sounds delicious — in the r/Costco subreddit, most people aren't impressed by the cheesy concoction. 'I actually had it the other day (Lansing, Michigan). It's alright. It's kind of like a big slice folded on itself, so it has a 'crust' (which you can see in the photo). I felt like it was a little overcooked, but maybe it was just my location. I don't think it'd be something I would get very often, but I don't regret trying it. I think the regular pizza is better,' one user wrote. 'They don't look very good imo,' someone else wrote. 3 People online did not hold back when it came to their opinions on Costco and its food court offerings. Eduardo Barraza – 'Seems like Costco will do anything but bring back the combo pizza,' a grumpy customer wrote. 'I love calzones and I like pepperoni and sausage. That picture does not look enticing. I think the coloring is off and there is a distinct lack of cheese in the filling,' quipped another commenter. Yet some tried it and seemed to enjoy it. 'Had one today, it was delicious!' a positive comment read. 3 'They don't look very good imo,' a Reddit user wrote. Instagram/Costco Buys 'Yes! It was perfection…' wrote someone else. In other Costco food news, one TikTokker slammed the store's beloved rotisserie chicken, giving it a surprisingly low rating. Content creator Johnny Novo (@jnov__) made it a point to taste test rotisserie chickens from various grocery stores — including Whole Foods, Wegmans and Costco. Costco's $4.99 chicken came in 10th place. Novo said the chicken was moist, but that it was severely lacking in flavor. 'No one's going to eat this chicken and be blown away,' he concluded.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Stunning Scots beach ‘looks just like Caribbean' with crystal clear waters
It was named in the top 20 best beaches in the world last year SEA FOR YOURSELF Stunning Scots beach 'looks just like Caribbean' with crystal clear waters Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A STUNNING Scots beach that boasts crystal clear waters and miles of white sand has been compared to the Caribbean. Luskentyre, on the Isle of Harris, has received many awards for its beauty including TripAdvisor's Best of the Best Beaches. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Luskentyre Beach has been compared to the Caribbean Credit: Alamy 4 The picturesque location features shores of white sand and beautiful green-blue water Credit: Getty 4 It's possible to take a stroll along this beach without seeing another soul, making it the ideal secluded retreat Credit: Getty The picturesque location features shores of white sand and beautiful green-blue water. Further adding to Luskentyre's appeal – visitors might expect to have to share the beauty spot with crowds. But it's often possible to take a stroll along this beach without seeing another soul, making it the ideal secluded retreat. The multi-award winning beach boasts spectacular sand dunes and views over the island of Taransay, famous for being the setting of the BBC's Castaway. Nearby activities include hillwalking, cycling and kayaking. Last year, it was named in the top 20 best beaches in the world. One TikTokker named Caz shared a video from her day at Luskentyre Beach - and she was not disappointed. She shared videos from the stunning crystal clear waters, along with the caption: "Scotland? Or the Caribbean?" Many people flocked to the comments and were surprised to learn that the beach is on their doorstep. One person wrote: "The Isle of Harris beaches are incredible! The water is turquoise and the sand is so white." Scotland's number one secret beach revealed Another said: "Love Luskentyre beach, it's gorgeous." A third commented: "Where the hell are you finding beaches like this in Scotland?" And a fourth added: "Are we in the same Scotland?" Experts at Condé Nast Traveler recently compiled a list of the best beaches across the UK - and Luskentyre featured at number 41. Describing the beach, experts at Condé Nast Traveler said: "The Isle of Harris has some of the most evocative landscapes in the Outer Hebrides. "Brooding, somber backdrops, terrains reminiscent of lunar scenes—it has a real sense of isolation. And there are many beaches to be enjoyed, too. "The best is arguably Luskentyre, which has azure-green waters less associated with Scotland than with the Caribbean: clear as crystal, and trimmed by vast white coastline. "Occasionally, wild ponies are spotted grazing along the dunes, but they're not the only nature to be spied: otters, seals, dolphins, eagles, and deer all call Harris home."
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
‘I was blown away': American tourist rips Australia
An American tourist has left a scathing review of Australia on Tiktok following his visit to the land down under. Russell Richardson, known online as RussFlipsWhips, has a large following on TikTok with his social media page garnering 773,000 followers for his content around car dealerships. During his stay in the lucky country, the content creator posted various videos surrounding the cars of Australia and how they differ to the States. He then uploaded a rant about the three things he loved and hated during his stay in Australia, with his biggest issue with the country centred around politics. 'Believe it or not there was a group of men that I met in every part of the country, 55 to 70 years old, that would recognise my accent, come up and ask if I'm American... then they would go on this rant about how terrible America is,' he said. 'How terrible (Donald) Trump is, and how terrible our politics are and how our country's just gone to crap and I probably hate where I live. 'I was really blown away that this happened to me on multiple, more than 10 times, that someone would come up to me and try to talk to me, and tell me how bad our country is, leave me alone.' The Tiktoker unloaded on Australia with his gripes. Credit: RussFlipsWhips / Tiktok The TikTokker defended his country, calling it the 'greatest place' to live and that he was stunned by people's interest in another country's politics. However, the comment he got the most push back on was about the food in Australia. '(Australia's) food just isn't that good, I'll give you chicken salt, but that's all,' Mr Richardson said. 'There's a reason people are overweight in America and it's cause our food is better.' Comments were quick to defend the nation's cuisine while also putting the yankee down a few pegs about his home country. 'Haha… food is NOT better in the US, LOL. In all my travels, nowhere have I had ease of access to good, fresh food and great dining out options, than here in Australia,' one comment said. 'The quality of food is much better in Australia. We don't even accept US beef or chicken here,' another pointed out. Although the strangest gripe that Mr Richardson had about Australia was around something that is a common sight for most Aussies. '(Another thing) I hated is you guys have speed traps (cameras) on like every road, every corner, every highway, every hundred feet,' he added. 'If I lived here I would get a speeding fine like every day.' A speed camera is set up on West Coast HIghway in City Beach Credit: Justin Benson-Cooper / The West Australian Despite the social media star's complaints, he did have plenty of praise for Australia, saying he loved the people, their accents, the scenery and the range of cars — including his jealousy of access to diesel cars. Hammering home the point of convenience about Australia, he said, 'it seems no matter where you are in Australia, you're never more than two hours away from the beach, the mountains, the rain forests... I was able to visit it all'.
New York Post
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Clueless dog owners slammed by irate animal rights activists over ‘cruel' new trend: ‘An appalling betrayal'
These influencers should be put in the doghouse. A disturbing new TikTok trend — where clueless owners dump buckets of ice water on their unsuspecting pups — is drawing widespread outrage from animal lovers, who are barking mad over what they call a 'cruel' and 'appalling' stunt. The so-called '#barkyourmindchallenge' is a twisted take on the recently-revived ALS Ice Bucket Challenge that first soaked the internet a decade ago, raising awareness for a neurodegenerative disease. Advertisement But instead of chilling themselves for a good cause, some brain-frozen pet owners are drenching their dogs — all for the sake of a few likes. 'Dousing an unsuspecting dog with water is an appalling betrayal of their trust that undoubtedly leaves them confused and terrified, and it's every bit as egregiously cruel as it would be if it were a child being harassed and antagonised,' Jason Baker of animal rights group Peta told 'Peta encourages animal guardians to use common sense, think about these senseless social media stunts from the animal's perspective, and always put their companion animal's well-being first.' Advertisement 4 Instead of taking the icy hit themselves, some pet owners are soaking their dogs — all to score a few cheap likes. TIkTok/@chrisheern But common sense seems to be on ice. 'This is an upsetting trend where you can see the animals are visibly confused by the human's behaviour in these videos,' Ryan Neile, head of behavior at UK pet charity Blue Cross said in a statement, as per The Independent. 'Pets are not toys to be exploited, humiliated or objectified for our own entertainment.' Advertisement 4 The so-called '#barkyourmindchallenge' is a mangy twist on the once-heroic ALS Ice Bucket Challenge — now drenching dogs instead of raising awareness. TikTok/@maggiemaewaddle The frosty fad comes hot on the heels of another stomach-churning trend previously reported on by The Post, in which pet owners filmed themselves spinning their cats, dogs — even rabbits — by the front legs like rag dolls. 'This puts unnecessary strain on your pet's joints/muscles and can make them feel dizzy and nauseous, all for the sake of a few views,' warned Jade, a registered veterinary nurse and popular TikTokker known as Jade The Vet Nurse last month. 'Let's be responsible pet owners and get rid of this trend.' Jade, who has three dogs and three tortoises of her own, didn't mince words when she saw people hoisting their pets like circus props. Advertisement 4 The frosty fad (above) follows another gut-churning craze The Post covered — where pet owners spun their cats, dogs, even rabbits by the front legs like limp rag dolls. TikTok/@maggiemaewaddle 'You can cause [them] to feel really dizzy and nauseous,' she said. 'I've literally seen people try and do this trend with large dogs, and I have seen people drop their dogs, which can cause injury.' The UK's People's Dispensary for Sick Animals echoed Jade's concerns, warning that the spinning — and likely the ice baths too — could result in lasting damage. 'Limping and stiffness can be caused by several different conditions, the most common being minor injuries and arthritis,' the group said. 4 Animal rights watchdogs like Peta (above) have ripped both trends — whether it's dousing dogs with ice water or spinning them like furry fidget spinners for TikTok clout. PETA 'It is important to take your dog to the vets even if their problem appears minor – some dogs are very good at hiding pain from their owner.' In other words, stop using your pet as clickbait. Because no amount of clout is worth chilling — or spinning — your best friend into a vet visit.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
‘Time mirrors' are actually a real thing, experts say: ‘Like pressing undo on the universe'
It's not just in your head — time can actually flip. Physicists in New York have pulled off what sounds like a page ripped from a sci-fi script: They've confirmed that 'time mirrors,' a trippy phenomenon where waves literally reverse in time — are real. The mind-bending experiment, led by Dr. Hussein Moussa at the Advanced Science Research Center at CUNY, involved tinkering with a futuristic 'metamaterial' — a strip of metal embedded with electronic components. When juiced with a precise burst of energy, the setup caused an electromagnetic wave to do the impossible: to flip the direction of time, as reported by — or, as one TikTokker put it, 'Like pressing undo on the universe.' 'This is experimental physics catching up to what mystics, mushrooms and mad geniuses have been saying for decades,' said TikTok creator @psychonautics in a recent video. 'Time is not a line. It's a wave. And baby, we're just learning to surf it.' The wave reversal doesn't just bounce a signal back in space like your average mirror — it scrambles the whole timeline. The wave's frequency shifts — and suddenly — it's like rewinding reality. Scientists say this discovery, published in 'Nature Physics,' could one day revolutionize data transmission and computing. But for now, it's mostly blowing minds online. More experiments will most likely follow this discovery. And while physicists are bending time in the lab, neuroscientists say the human brain may already be doing it naturally. Back in 2021, scientists from France and the Netherlands discovered that our brains possess 'an internal or inherent flow of time, that was not driven by something going on in the external world,' according to neuroscientist Leila Reddy, who sat down with Vice for an interview. Her team studied epilepsy patients with electrodes implanted in their brains and found 'time cells' firing — even in the absence of external cues. 'These patients have severe, drug-resistant epilepsy and are awaiting surgery,' Reddy told Vice. 'Once the electrodes are inserted into the brain, we ask the patients if they are willing to participate in short experiments for us.' The brain's inner clock, Reddy explained, could be the key to 'mental time travel' — the way we encode not just what happened, but when and where. 'Time cells could provide the scaffolding for representing the 'when,'' she added. In other words, while physicists are flipping waves, your neurons might be flipping through your past like a mental VHS tape. Between time-bending materials and our own memory machinery, the past isn't as fixed as we thought — and the future just got a lot weirder.
