Roger King Bits

(Audio) Gen Z is experiencing 'tattoo regret.' Social media may be to blame.  https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2024/07/08/tattoo-regret-gen-z-tiktok-trend/74309796007/  

Hope you had a nice, safe 4th of July- If not, this might be for you!

Getting ready for the long 4th of July weekend...Of course, things could be entirely different in the United States- Hey Alexa, how would America be different if England won the Revolutionary War?

Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 1” was a distant third at theaters in North America this weekend Here's an honest promo that could explain why-

5-Hour Energy launches caffeinated BBQ sauce  https://www.foodandwine.com/5-hour-energy-barbecue-sauce-8670321 Just what you need for a nice relaxing afternoon by the pool!

It's that time of year...MOSQUITOS! Ever wonder what their little brains are thinking? Here's audio.

FDA warns company selling products with human fecal matter without approval. Billed as “the world's largest, highest quality stool donor bank"  https://www.ksl.com/article/51051266/fda-warns-company-selling-products-with-human-fecal-matter-without-approval   There's a company in Canada called "Human Microbes" that takes a dookie from one person and transfers it into the gut...

Summer still looks to be one of the hottest on record in the U.S. Let's check in with the weather center for the latest-

EXPEDIA REPORT FINDS AMERICANS WIN THE GOLD MEDAL FOR TAKING FEWEST VACATION DAYS IN THE WORLD  https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/expedia-report-finds-americans-win-the-gold-medal-for-taking-fewest-vacation-days-in-the-world-302177939.html   Let's hear if for the USA?!?!?!

The 2024 Summer Solstice is the earliest since 1796- During a leap year (like 2024) the solstice is about 18 hours and 11 minutes earlier than the previous year.   That means in New York (Northern Hemisphere), you'll have more than 15 hours of daylight. Hey Alexa, what can we do to keep busy with all of the extra daylight?

Eating cheese may help you live longer, according to study about well-being. And cheese-eaters are happier in general.  https://nypost.com/2024/06/18/lifestyle/cheese-and-chill-the-recipe-for-a-longer-happier-life/   If you don't have time to read the entire NY Post article, I've summed it up in 30 seconds.

Hope you had a nice, relaxing Father's Day- Hey Alexa- tell us a Dad Joke!

Apple announced it's working with OpenAI and doing a major upgrade with Siri by adding ChatGPT.

Drumstick and 7-Eleven Introduce New Slurpee-flavored treat  https://www.foodandwine.com/7-eleven-drumstick-slurpee-blue-raspberry-vanilla-cone-8660617   And if you want to step into that store in style, 7-Eleven also just dropped its  summer clothing collection ."

Ryan Seacrest  will take over as the  Wheel of Fortune  host this fall. He is already taping episodes for the season and will continue throughout the summer. But you don't really have to say goodbye to Pat-

There's a war on phone calls in the workplace — employers are hiring pros to combat Gen Z workers' 'telephonophobia'  https://nypost.com/2024/06/06/lifestyle/theres-a-war-on-workplace-phone-calls-thanks-to-gen-z-fears/   It's like some strange sci fi!

Why some major artists are suddenly canceling shows, and in some cases entire tours- perhaps they need this company!

Dollar Tree is moving into 99 Cents Only stores  https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/29/business/dollar-tree-99-cents-only/index.html   I smell capitalism and competition!

Cafe's $1 charge to heat a muffin leaves customer furious: 'They just add it to the bill without telling you'  https://nypost.com/2024/05/28/lifestyle/customer-blasts-australian-cafe-after-being-charged-a-heating-fee/

National Hamburger Day : Wendy's Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger Will Cost Just 1 Cent for a Limited Time  https://www.foodandwine.com/wendys-jr-bacon-cheeseburger-1-cent-deal-8653858   Here's a copy of the promotion-

The big three day weekend and kickoff to summer is coming up...let's check with the Weather Channel!

May 21st is National Waitstaff Day- Let's acknowledge all of the hard work from restaurant servers! And now, thanks to AI, you can better understand what they're saying!

The number one rated golfer in the world stars in a new TV show!

McDonald's Drops a New McFlurry Inspired by Grandmas: 'Tastes Like a Trip Down Memory Lane'  https://people.com/mcdonalds-drops-new-mcflurry-flavor-inspired-by-grandmas-8649250  ( alt ) The more things change, the more they stay the same!

(Audio) I have just weeks left to live — but thanks to AI, my family can talk to me forever  https://nypost.com/2024/05/14/lifestyle/i-have-weeks-left-to-live-thanks-to-ai-my-family-can-talk-to-me-forever/  ( alt ) Imaging being able to hear your parents go on and on and on!