Many Say 2026 Will Be Their Year: Here’s What They Want Most Many Say 2026 Will Be Their Year: Here’s What They Want Most
Many Say 2026 Will Be Their Year: Here’s What They Want Most As 2026 arrives, Americans are setting their sights on self-improvement, with a focus on saving money, exercising more, and getting healthier, according to a new survey. Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Talkspace, results show that only a small group — just 10 percent — described 2025 as a “great” year. Most people rated it as “just OK” (39 percent), “bad” (19 percent), or even “awful” (10 percent). Now, many are hoping to turn things around, with 38 percent planning to set New Year’s resolutions or personal goals. Millennials are the most likely generation to create New Year’s re…
Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition
Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition Sauerkraut ice cream? Yes, you read that right—Urban Churn is once again delighting adventurous taste buds with its famously unique and surprisingly delicious Sauerkraut Ice Cream. This limited-time yearly classic is a bold way to ring in the New Year, blending the tangy zest of sauerkraut with creamy goodness that has become a must-try tradition for many. A New Year’s Tradition With A Twist For Pennsylvanians of German heritage, pork and sauerkraut are New Year’s staples, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. Urban Churn, a Central Pennsylvania favorite, has elevated this tradition by tr…
Quiet Heroes To Viral Moments: Everyday New Yorkers Who Captured Our Hearts In 2025 Quiet Heroes To Viral Moments: Everyday New Yorkers Who Captured Our Hearts In 2025
Quiet Heroes To Viral Moments: Everyday New Yorkers Who Captured Our Hearts In 2025 Not every story that captures our attention involves fame, power, or breaking news — sometimes it’s the quiet moments, the personal battles, and the unexpected acts of courage that stay with us the longest. Throughout 2025, Daily Voice readers showed up in droves for stories about everyday people facing extraordinary moments: neighbors protecting one another, families navigating illness and loss, strangers stepping up in life-changing ways, and lives shaped by resilience, love, and community. From centenarians still dancing to children fighting cancer, from selfless organ donors to viral mo…
Netflix January Lineup: New 'Bridgerton,' Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Thriller Among Highlights Netflix January Lineup: New 'Bridgerton,' Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Thriller Among Highlights
Netflix January Lineup: New 'Bridgerton,' Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Thriller Among Highlights Netflix is kicking off 2026 with a packed January lineup, featuring major original series, blockbuster movies, and a wave of classic titles joining the platform.  The month's most significant highlights include the return of "Bridgerton" and the debut of a new thriller pairing Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, according to multiple outlets, including Netflix, the independent outlet What's on Netflix, and Variety. The hit period drama "Bridgerton" returns for Season 4, Part 1, with Benedict Bridgerton stepping into the spotlight. Fans can stream the first four episodes starting Thursday, Jan.…
Fame & Frenzy: NY's Top 10 Celebrity Moments Of 2025 Fame & Frenzy: NY's Top 10 Celebrity Moments Of 2025
Fame & Frenzy: NY's Top 10 Celebrity Moments Of 2025 From celebrities packing up and leaving the country to surprise appearances, viral TV moments, and hometown returns, New York found itself at the center of pop culture conversation again and again this year. Whether it was a political statement that crossed borders, a meet-and-greet that left fans frustrated, or a single unscripted moment that lit up social media, these stories captured how quickly local moments can ripple far beyond New York. Here’s a look back at Daily Voice’s top 10 New York celebrity stories of 2025, ranked by pageviews. Rosie O’Donnell and President Donald Trump.…
Americans Admit This Happens Every Year Between Christmas, New Year’s Americans Admit This Happens Every Year Between Christmas, New Year’s
Americans Admit This Happens Every Year Between Christmas, New Year’s That quiet stretch between Christmas and New Year’s has a way of blurring together, and many Americans say they feel it more than they realize. A new survey suggests people routinely lose track of time during the final days of December, forgetting what day it is several times before the calendar flips. The phenomenon shows up so often that researchers describe the period as one of the most unorthodox weeks of the year. Americans will forget what day it is nearly five times between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day on Thursday, Jan. 1, according to a survey of 2,000 adults conducted by Talker…
New York Woman Trades Modern Life For Amish Rules In TLC’s ‘Suddenly Amish’ New York Woman Trades Modern Life For Amish Rules In TLC’s ‘Suddenly Amish’
New York Woman Trades Modern Life For Amish Rules In TLC’s ‘Suddenly Amish’ A group of outsiders is trading Wi-Fi, electricity, and indoor plumbing for bonnets, buggies, and strict rules in TLC’s newest reality series set deep in Amish country in Pennsylvania. In TLC’s new reality show “Suddenly Amish,” six people from across the United States leave behind their modern “English” lifestyles and immerse themselves in a traditional Amish community in Lancaster County, where they must decide whether they are willing to permanently convert to Amish life. “While ‘Rumspringa’ offers Amish the chance to experience the outside world, very rarely are outsiders allowed in,” t…
New Year's Eve Celebrations Are Best In These Northeast Cities: See Full List New Year's Eve Celebrations Are Best In These Northeast Cities: See Full List
New Year's Eve Celebrations Are Best In These Northeast Cities: See Full List Northeast and mid-Atlantic cities offer everything from iconic New Year's Eve celebrations to cheaper alternatives away from Times Square, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best Cities for New Year's Eve Celebrations on Tuesday, Dec. 9. The personal finance website ranked 100 of the largest US cities using 26 factors tied to the last night of the year, including nightlife options, fireworks laws, food affordability, hotel prices, safety, and weather forecasts. While the ball drop in New York City may be the most iconic celebration, the Big Apple finishe…
NY Warns Shoppers: Check Return Policies Before Heading Back To Stores NY Warns Shoppers: Check Return Policies Before Heading Back To Stores
NY Warns Shoppers: Check Return Policies Before Heading Back To Stores With the holiday shopping season wrapping up, New York officials are urging consumers to review store return policies closely to avoid surprise fees, denied refunds, or wasted trips. The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection issued new guidance Wednesday, Dec. 24, reminding shoppers that return and refund rules vary widely by retailer, both in-store and online. “Before making a trip to the store, keep in mind that return and exchange policies vary by retailer,” said Secretary of State Walter Mosley. Reviewing those policies ahead of time can help consumers save time…
Americans To Celebrate Christmas Differently In 2025, Survey Finds: What's Changing Americans To Celebrate Christmas Differently In 2025, Survey Finds: What's Changing
Americans To Celebrate Christmas Differently In 2025, Survey Finds: What's Changing Americans who celebrate Christmas are decorating earlier, staying home more, and embracing re-gifting, according to a new survey. BetMGM Casino released its findings to try and settle "The Great Christmas Debate" last month. The gambling company aimed to answer big holiday questions about decorations, traditions, and gifts. One of the biggest changes is how early the season begins. More than one in five (22%) Americans decorate before Thanksgiving, with many treating Nov. 1 as the unofficial start of the holidays. Nearly half of respondents (48%) take their tree down before Twelfth Night, …
These NY Places Belong In Hallmark Christmas Movies, New Survey Finds These NY Places Belong In Hallmark Christmas Movies, New Survey Finds
These NY Places Belong In Hallmark Christmas Movies, New Survey Finds Whether you love Hallmark holiday movies or you're over the sappy love stories about Christmas tree farms and cookie shop owners, these places offer some of the Northeast's most romantic backdrops. Exoticca released a survey of the cities and towns most desired as the backdrop of a Hallmark holiday movie. The travel website asked 3,021 Americans to make their picks for the nation's most charming Christmas towns. The survey found a variety of locations for yuletide romance, from coastal towns to the frontier of the Wild West. "The results offered more than just a feel-good list – they …
New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026 New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026
New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026 A new survey suggests many Americans are heading into 2026 with an appetite for change, even if the past year left plenty of people feeling drained. While not everyone is confident about the year ahead, respondents say they are determined to set goals that might help them reset, refocus, or rebuild momentum. Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Talkspace, the survey of 2,000 Americans found that only a small share felt very good about 2025, with just 10 percent calling it a “great” year.  Most described it as “just okay,” while nearly one in five labeled it “bad.” Another 10 perc…