The newest version of V8 Energy has zero sugar. But a ton of caffeine.
Who doesn’t love an energy drink with no sugar, only 5 calories from a brand that makes you feel like you’re making healthy decision?
‘Heated Rivalry’ star Connor Storrie breaks out the Russian for an accent duel
Storrie and James Austin Johnson go accent for accent — even Shrek! But there’s one accent they won’t do ...
I ate the ‘biggest and boldest’ McDonald’s burger
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The new Flavor Swap wave of chips puts a ‘tasty twist’ on Cheetos, Ruffles and Doritos
Just don’t ask me to explain anything about the influencers who’ve endorsed the latest mash-up of the popular chip styles and flavors ...
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The newest version of V8 Energy has zero sugar. But a ton of caffeine.
Who doesn’t love an energy drink with no sugar, only 5 calories from a brand that makes you feel like you’re making healthy decision?
McDonald’s introduces its biggest and boldest burger, MLB has a (Baja) Blast
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Harry Styles to host ‘SNL’ on March 14
With promotion of his new album gearing up, the musician/actor will host the show for his second time.
Oreo has a date with doom ... Doctor Doom!
The final package of the Marvel/Oreo crossover has been revealed — and one of comics’ greatest villains has the pack all to himself.
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Snackology goes international with its coverage of the Canadian exclusive soda — plus two more snacks from north of the border.
Food Finds: Mr. Pibb Zero Sugar, Wonder Banana Creme Cakes, and a giant Ben & Jerry’s tub
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The revamped Mr. Pibb Zero Sugar is an instant favorite
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Snackology
The newest version of V8 Energy has zero sugar. But a ton of caffeine.
Who doesn’t love an energy drink with no sugar, only 5 calories from a brand that makes you feel like you’re making healthy decision?
McDonald’s introduces its biggest and boldest burger, MLB has a (Baja) Blast
All the snack news you need to know from the past month.
Oreo has a date with doom ... Doctor Doom!
The final package of the Marvel/Oreo crossover has been revealed — and one of comics’ greatest villains has the pack all to himself.
Oh Canada, you need to share Pepsi Maple Cola with America
Snackology goes international with its coverage of the Canadian exclusive soda — plus two more snacks from north of the border.
Popculturology
‘GOAT’ dunks on ‘“Wuthering Heights”’ with a $17M weekend
The animated basketball film took advantage of a quiet weekend, giving it a No. 1 finish before ‘Scream 7’ scares everyone off.
Feel-good romcom ‘“Wuthering Heights”’ wins Valentine’s weekend
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The Cold Open
Harry Styles to host ‘SNL’ on March 14
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