Cracker Barrel unexpectedly skips New Year’s black-eyed peas
Cracker Barrel Discontinues Black-Eyed Peas on New Year’s Day For many in the South, black-eyed peas have been a traditional dish served on New Year’s Day for generations. Author John Egerton, in his book “Southern Cooking: At Home, on the Street, and in History,” notes that this dish is tied to “mystical, mythical forces that […]
Host informs Eric Adams that he has received his pardons during a New Year’s Eve outburst.
During Wednesday night’s New Year’s Eve broadcast, co-host Andy Cohen, drink in hand, took some shots at outgoing New York City Mayor Eric Adams as the clock struck midnight. It’s no secret that CNN’s Anderson Cooper and Cohen enjoy a drink or two during their New Year’s festivities. This year was no different, featuring a […]
Well-Known Church Catches Fire as Police in the Netherlands Encounter Unprecedented Violence on New Year’s Eve
Fire Destroys Historic Amsterdam Church on New Year’s Day On New Year’s Day, a fire broke out at the Vondelskirche, a church in Amsterdam that has stood for 150 years. This incident occurred against a backdrop of increasing violence reported by Dutch police throughout the nation. The fire started around 12:45 a.m., consuming the neo-Gothic […]
CBS interrupted Gary Danielson’s farewell after 20 years with the network.
Gary Danielson’s Career at CBS Concludes with a Bump After an impressive 20 years at CBS and 36 years as a renowned college football announcer, Gary Danielson’s time came to an end—though not without a little hiccup. During the Sun Bowl on Wednesday, featuring Duke against Arizona State, the network unexpectedly cut off an emotional […]
A 5 million percent return over 60 years makes Warren Buffett’s legacy unparalleled.
Berkshire Hathaway’s Transition: Buffett to Abel The investment community’s guiding force seems to be losing its brightness. After six decades of transforming a struggling textile firm into a powerhouse of investment, Warren Buffett has passed the CEO position to Greg Abel, who remains in the chairman role. This shift leaves many investors pondering the true […]
Browns, Jets, Dolphins confront game-changing choices after almost 25 years of struggle
Let’s take a step back to the beginning of the 2001 NFL season. Miami Dolphins head coach Dave Wannstedt was starting his second year, taking over from the famed Jimmy Johnson. Meanwhile, both the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets were beginning anew. The Browns brought in Butch Davis to replace Chris Palmer, and the […]
Cracker Barrel removes black-eyed peas from its New Year’s Day menu
Decline of Black-Eyed Peas at Cracker Barrel For years, black-eyed peas have held a special place in Southern New Year’s Day traditions. According to Southern food author John Egerton, these peas are thought to bring good luck for the coming year. Cracker Barrel has been a go-to spot for those wanting to maintain their New […]
2026 New Year’s Goals for You and Your Church
It’s that time of year again. People often resolve to lose weight, exercise more, manage their finances better, quit smoking, save for the future, and prioritize time with family. These decisions stem from a desire to change our situations and enhance our quality of life. Typically, many resolutions focus on three main areas: money, health, […]
Forget about New Year’s resolutions that won’t last — here’s how to truly enhance your life in 2026.
New Year—Are you feeling the same way? As 2026 approaches, New Yorkers are setting all kinds of ambitious goals, from unrealistic weight loss targets to finding the perfect partner. Everyone seems eager to make this their year. But, here’s the reality: it probably won’t happen. Most people ditch their resolutions within just a few weeks. […]
The New Year’s Resolution You Should Follow
Rethinking New Year’s Resolutions Each year, countless adults dive into the tradition of making New Year’s resolutions. Honestly, I sometimes wonder whether this is an earnest effort at self-improvement or just a hopeful reset following the chaos of the past year. Most resolutions tend to fizzle out by January’s end. It’s well-known that gyms pack […]