A newly surfaced letter written aboard the Titanic on April 10, 1912 is heading to auction with a rare second-class account of daily life before the disaster. Auctioneers say the document fills in a part of the ship’s story that has been far less documented.

Tropical Storm Bertha is moving west toward the central Gulf Coast, putting communities from the Florida Panhandle to coastal Louisiana under close watch. Forecast officials said rain, rough surf, and possible flooding are the main concerns as the system approaches.

A new survey asked Canadians which American cities they would least want to spend a month living in. The results put several major tourism hubs near the top, led by New York City and Los Angeles.

McDonald’s is still the biggest burger chain in the U.S., but more Americans say the value no longer adds up. Company earnings, traffic data, and menu prices help explain why many customers are pulling back.

A professional reseller has outlined the 17 categories she says are worth checking first at thrift stores, from cast iron pans to vintage Pyrex. The list reflects resale demand, durability, and the kinds of household goods shoppers across the U.S. still hunt for in secondhand aisles.

A TikTok tip about reusing old prescription bottles is drawing attention for a practical reason: the containers can help travelers and households store small items safely. Health experts still say labels should be removed or covered before any bottle is reused.