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In the coming weeks, nearly 60% of Americans are expected to travel over the academic vacation period known as spring break. The Onion presents a historical timeline of the wild cultural phenomenon now considered a rite of passage for many…

Spam texts are on the rise. The Onion shares tips for dealing with scam and spam messages on your phone. Remember that the IRS will never contact you over text, unless you are in serious trouble and need to pay right now. If replying with…

Beef tallow, also known as rendered beef fat, is trending among beauty and health influencers. Here is everything you need to know about the by-product. Q: What is beef tallow used for? A: Cooking, skincare, and fixing squeaky cows. …

As the trade war heats up, Canada has imposed 25% retaliatory tariffs on billions of dollars of U.S. goods. Here are all the other ways Canada is fighting back: Dramatically paring back supply of fictional girlfriends Going shelf to shelf…

The 2025 NCAA Division I men’s and women’s basketball tournaments kick off next week. In honor of the season, The Onion examines the key facts and figures behind March Madness. 7: Opportunities for Cooper Flagg’s mom to embarrass him 15:…

President Trump’s plans for tariffs, including on goods from Canada and Mexico, have left many consumers and investors uneasy. The Onion separates the facts from the myths. MYTH: Tariffs will revitalize the American auto industry. FACT:…

Q: Why is the Trump administration targeting the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration? A: To encourage forecast-obsessed Americans to live in the moment. Q: Why do we need NOAA? A: We’re about to find out. Q: Why do Republicans…

Following his Oval Office clash with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine. The Onion fact-checks Trump on the Russia-Ukraine war. Claim: Zelensky never told the United States…

The Pitt, a new medical drama series on Max, has received an outpouring of praise for its realistic, hour-by-hour portrayal of a shift in a busy Pittsburgh emergency room. Here is everything you need to know about the show before tuning in:…

In an effort to win back customers and boost profits, Starbucks’ new CEO Brian Niccol is implementing sweeping changes. Here is a selection of the innovations Niccol is making. Baristas will use Sharpies to get high at work again…