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This Guy’s “Insane” Pizza Order for His Pregnant Wife Is Going Viral

If you’ve ever placed a food delivery order that made you quietly pray the restaurant staff wouldn’t judge you, congratulations, you officially have something in common with the internet’s new hero.

A wildly complicated pizza order is blowing up online, and people cannot get over how many toppings one man stacked onto a single pie to satisfy his very pregnant wife.

And honestly, pregnancy cravings and wild food orders are basically SEO gold, so it makes sense this one took off.

The order went to a pizza shop that kindly shared the details, and it reads like a full grocery list stuck to a single crust. It started innocently enough: one large hand-tossed pizza. Then came the requests, and buckle up, because this thing had more parts than a tax return.

Triple pepperoni. Extra cheese. Banana peppers. Light jalapenos. Half chicken. Half mushrooms. Half caramelized onions. Half olives. And light sauce.

Yes, that’s nine separate customizations. And only some of them had halves specified, which raises the question every pizza worker would be afraid to ask: which half gets what? Are all the “halves” stacked on one chaotic side, like a mini doomsday casserole? Does each topping get its own quadrant? We may never know.

But the best part of the whole situation was the customer’s note, which instantly certified him as both a loving husband and a man on the brink:

“Yes, I know this looks insane, and you’re probably like who is this dude? I have a very pregnant wife. I’m done questioning what she wants. I’m scared of her, and honestly you should be too. Thank you and godspeed.”

If you’ve ever brought home the wrong snack to a pregnant partner, you understand this man’s journey. He’s not ordering pizza. He’s navigating diplomacy.

Sadly, the worker didn’t include a photo of the final product, so the world will never witness this Frankenstein pizza in all its glory. We also don’t know the final price. The receipt floating around shows $17.99, but that’s almost certainly just the base price, not the “I need hazard pay for assembling this” total.

KFC Is Serving Gravy “Flights” for Thanksgiving

Forget the turkey, KFC is hoping you’ll let the Colonel handle Thanksgiving this year – with fried chicken, mashed potatoes, biscuits, and a gravy flight.

In a bold move to crash the most sacred of turkey holidays, KFC just rolled out its new Extra Crispy Festive Feast, and it’s got everything your carb-loving heart could want. For $25, you get eight pieces of crispy fried chicken, two sides of mashed potatoes, four biscuits, and a trio of gravies presented as a “flight“—because nothing says elegance like dipping chicken in three types of liquid fat.

The gravies include:

Classic Brown Gravy
White Peppercorn Gravy
A brand-new Southwest Cheddar Gravy, which, let’s be honest, might just be queso in disguise.

The new meal is clearly aimed at those who aren’t in love with turkey. According to KFC, a recent poll found that 35% of Americans don’t actually like it, which feels about right when you remember how many people would rather douse dry turkey in cranberry sauce than admit it’s not that great. KFC is leaning into that sentiment and giving people a comforting, fried alternative that doesn’t require basting, carving, or pretending to enjoy stuffing.

Also, let’s not overlook the marketing genius of calling three little cups of gravy a “flight.” It’s the same word trendy bars use for samplers of craft beer or fancy espresso tastings. Except here, you’re not sniffing tannins—you’re dunking biscuits in cheddar sauce. And honestly? No complaints.

KFC’s been known to roll out stunts and limited-time offerings during the holidays before, but this one feels especially tailored for folks who’d rather spend the day relaxing than cooking. Whether you’re feeding a small group, planning a Friendsgiving, or just anti-turkey on principle, the Festive Feast gives you a break from tradition without sacrificing flavor.

Will it replace Grandma’s Thanksgiving dinner? Probably not. But it might save you from dry white meat and awkward family arguments about politics.

Just be sure to call it a gravy flight when you show up with it. It makes it sound fancier.

Is It Possible to Eat So Much on Thanksgiving, Your Stomach Explodes?

It’s the annual battle between your willpower and your waistband. Every Thanksgiving, Americans load up on stuffing, turkey, mashed potatoes, pie, and more… and then go back for seconds.

With the average person scarfing down 3,000 calories and a stick of butter in one meal, you might start to wonder: could you actually eat so much your stomach explodes?

Short answer? Yes… technically. Long answer? You’re probably safe, unless you’re also snacking on forks.

“Gastrointestinal perforation”

A gastrointestinal perforation (the fancy medical term for a “burst gut”) is a real and very serious thing. But according to experts, it almost never happens just from overeating. More common culprits are things like swallowing sharp objects, ingesting harmful chemicals, or certain serious illnesses.

Your stomach is tougher than you think

Your stomach is built to take a beating. Its muscular walls are thick and stretchable, and the human body has a few built-in safety features that kick in when you’ve pushed things too far. Chief among them: vomiting. Basically, if your stomach’s too full to handle another bite, it’ll usually toss in the towel and toss everything else out with it.

What’s more likely to happen

So if you go too hard on the pumpkin pie, you’re far more likely to end up with indigestion, heartburn, or a case of the food sweats than an actual internal explosion. Still, good reasons to pace yourself.

So this Thanksgiving, enjoy the meal and even seconds. Just maybe leave a little room for your dignity. And pie. Always pie.

Foul-Mouthed A.I. Toys Could Be This Year’s Holiday Trend

Parents, brace yourselves: the biggest toy trend of the year might also be the most unhinged.

A new report warns that foul-mouthed, AI-powered toys could be a major issue this Christmas, with some dolls and robots spouting off in ways that are definitely not child-friendly.

According to the 40th annual “Trouble in Toyland” report from the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), a number of popular toys equipped with artificial intelligence were found engaging in conversations that would make even ChatGPT blush. The group tested several toys that can hold full conversations with kids, and the results were… not great.

These are toys that reportedly discussed sexually explicit topics in detail, offered suggestions on where to find matches or knives (yikes), and even guilt-tripped kids for trying to walk away.

One toy kept recording for 10 full seconds after a child stopped speaking, raising serious red flags about privacy.

This is the first holiday season where AI toys are showing up en masse, and folks are sounding the alarm on what could be a very confusing and possibly dangerous experience for kids.

In past years, the organization’s warnings focused on old-school hazards like choking or toxic materials. But now, the concern is digital: unpredictable dialogue and creepy behavior from chatty toys.

And in case you’re wondering, no, the report didn’t name specific products. So, unfortunately, there’s no definitive naughty list—yet.

The advice is to stay skeptical of any toy that claims to “talk” or “converse” with your child. If it has built-in AI, treat it with caution and definitely read the fine print.

Parents and caregivers are being encouraged to test toys themselves, monitor conversations, and think twice before buying something that essentially brings a chatbot into your home. Because as we’ve just learned, those chatbots might say anything.

AI has come a long way since the days of Teddy Ruxpin reading bedtime stories, but maybe not all that progress is good. At least Teddy never offered to help you start a fire.

R.I.P. Penny, You Did Good

Start digging through your couch cushions and car cupholders, because your spare pennies might soon become collector’s items.

The U.S. Mint just produced its final penny—ever. Yep, the iconic one-cent coin is being retired, and it’s all thanks to a directive from President Trump and one very basic math problem: pennies cost more to make than they’re actually worth.

On Monday, the last-ever U.S. penny was minted in Philadelphia, ending a run that dates back to 1793. That first version was solid copper. These days, the little guys are mostly zinc with just a tiny copper coating—because even our coins can’t escape inflation. But despite the cheaper materials, the cost to produce each penny is still about 3.7 cents. That’s more than triple its face value.

President Trump ordered the Treasury Department to shut down penny production back in February, citing the cost inefficiency. Now that directive has officially been carried out, marking the end of a truly tiny era in American currency.

Don’t panic though—your existing pennies are still legal tender, and there are billions in circulation. But once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Some businesses are already adjusting by rounding prices to the nearest nickel when customers pay with cash. (That’s rounding both up and down, so no need to freak out just yet.) Others are now requiring exact change, which could make cash transactions a bit more awkward moving forward.

Critics of the move point out that ditching the penny may have some ripple effects, especially for folks who rely on cash and don’t have easy access to digital payments.

And here’s another sad twist… nickels are next on the chopping block. According to the U.S. Mint, each nickel costs 13.8 cents to make. So, we’re losing money on those too.

This isn’t the first time killing off the penny has been proposed, but it’s the first time it’s actually happened. For now, it’s a farewell to one of the most annoying and underappreciated parts of your pocket change—and possibly the start of a slow march toward a more cashless future.

And who knows? Maybe someday, that crusty penny at the bottom of your junk drawer will be worth more than a dollar. Probably not, but hey, stranger things have happened.

Gen Z Thinks Paper Money Is for Boomers

If you’re still paying with cash, Gen Z has a message for you: you’re showing your age.

According to a new Cash App survey, 29% of Gen Z’ers think using paper money makes people look “cringe” or seriously out of touch.

Yep, it’s official. Cash is the new checkbook. You know, the thing we used to roll our eyes at when someone whipped one out in the grocery store line? Now it’s your turn to be silently judged—for peeling off a five.

The poll highlights just how far digital payments have come, especially among younger users who grew up in a mostly cashless world. Over half of Gen Z respondents said they only use physical money if they absolutely have to, like when they’ve overdrawn their account and discover a wrinkled $10 bill hiding in their jeans from two summers ago.

Apps like Cash App, Venmo, and Apple Pay have completely reshaped how Gen Z handles money. Splitting dinner? Tap. Paying rent? Tap. Buying that overpriced coffee with oat milk? Tap.

Even tipping has gone digital, with QR codes now replacing tip jars in many spots. If it doesn’t involve a smartphone, it’s starting to feel… ancient.

And while a lot of older Millennials and Gen X-ers still carry a few bills “just in case,” Gen Z views cash more as a last resort. Like the emergency charger you never use, but don’t want to leave home without—unless, of course, you’re Gen Z, and then it’s probably just taking up space in your bag.

This digital-first mindset doesn’t just affect how we pay, but how we think about money. Budgeting, investing, and even getting paid have shifted into apps.

It’s no surprise, then, that physical money feels outdated to a generation raised on screens.

So, what does this mean for the future of cold hard cash? It’s not dead just yet. But if the trend continues, you might want to stop calling it “cash” and start calling it “vintage currency.”

In the meantime, if you’re trying to impress your Gen Z friends, maybe don’t pull out exact change for your coffee. Just tap your phone, and save the coins for laundry day.

Only 6% of Us Think Our I.Q. Is Below Average

The only thing we’ve really learned about the “average American” here is… they’re maybe a bit too confident.

A new poll asked people how they think their own intelligence compares to other people’s, and the results are pure statistical comedy.

Just 6% of people think they have a below-average I.Q.

Which is… not how averages work. Statistically speaking, half of any group are below average, and half are above. (Or, maybe more like 49.9% on either side to account for those Average Joes who really do land smack dab in the middle.)

We’re much more likely to think we’re “about average”

39% think they’re right around average, which might be true depending on how you define it. The average I.Q. is (by design) exactly 100, and just over two-thirds of us fall somewhere between 85 and 115. So if you want to include anything in that window as “average,” hey… whatever helps you sleep at night.

We’re even more likely to think we have a high I.Q.

A whopping 46% think they’re smarter than most folks – including 8% who said way above average… presumably while nodding smugly after they got that one “Jeopardy” question right. (Sure, yeah, you’re a genius… the category was “Pop Culture.”)

Another 10% of respondents didn’t even take a guess. They went with “not sure,” which might be the most self-aware response of the bunch.

Why such hubris?

So what’s going on here? Are Americans wildly overconfident? Or is it that we just have a seriously bleak view of the “average American”? If you think you’re the smartest person in the room, is it because you think everyone else is a few fries short of a Happy Meal?

Regardless, one thing’s clear: I.Q. tests may measure intelligence… but they don’t measure humility.

Kentucky Voters Were Mad They Couldn’t Vote for NYC Mayor

Kentucky had an impressively high voter turnout this week… especially considering there were no elections happening.

They didn’t have the day wrong… More like the year.

Social media in Kentucky was blowing up with people posting photos of locked doors and dark polling places… confused and upset that they couldn’t vote. Things got so out of hand that Kentucky’s Secretary of State, Michael Adams, had to step in and clarify the obvious: “We’re getting calls about polls being closed. They are closed because we do not have elections today.”

Adams added that Kentucky votes next year, and gently reminded everyone that no, you cannot vote in Kentucky for the mayor of New York City or the governor of Virginia.

Apparently, some folks saw election hype from other states and assumed voting was a nationwide thing… like a sale at Target. A few posts even hinted that people thought they’d missed their chance to cast a ballot in random out-of-state races, which is, let’s call it an “educational opportunity.”

On the bright side, it’s nice to see people eager to participate in democracy. The spirit was there, even if the calendar wasn’t.

As one person joked online, “If we had an election this year, there’d be signs absolutely EVERYWHERE. Get it together, folks.”

So here’s your friendly reminder: check your state’s election schedule before you go banging on the door of your local polling place. Democracy works best when it’s open… and when you show up on the right day.

Erewhon Is Selling a Toothpaste Smoothie

If you’ve ever sipped a smoothie and thought, “Needs more toothpaste,” well, Erewhon has answered your oddly specific dreams.

The ultra-trendy Los Angeles grocery chain known for selling blueberries that cost more than a tank of gas is back in the spotlight with their latest bizarre-but-somehow-still-kind-of-intriguing creation: the Toothpaste Smoothie.

Officially named the Mint Condition Smile Smoothie, it’s available all November at Erewhon cafés and is turning heads for obvious reasons.

No, it doesn’t really have toothpaste in it

Despite the hype, it doesn’t really contain toothpaste (phew). Instead, it’s “inspired” by one – specifically, a flavor from the high-end dental brand Boka called Ela Mint.

What’s actually in it?

What’s in it, besides viral potential? The $11 drink blends together mint, banana, mango, coconut, and blue spirulina. So it tastes less like a dentist’s office and more like a tropical vacation with a polite burst of freshness. According to Boka’s marketing director, the idea “might sound unusual, but that’s what made it so fun to create.” Of course it did.

If you’re a member of Erewhon’s $100-a-year loyalty program, you can even try it for free. Which is either a great perk or an elaborate prank, depending on your taste in smoothies and sense of irony.

Tastes better than it sounds?

Social media reactions range from “Honestly looks kinda good?” to “LA has gone too far.” And maybe that’s the point. Erewhon’s whole brand is built on that tightrope between luxury wellness and low-key chaos. A smoothie that reminds you of brushing your teeth feels perfectly on-brand.

Would you try it? Or would you rather just drink a regular smoothie and, you know, brush your teeth like a normal person?

Either way, LA’s fanciest grocery store continues to prove one thing: in the right zip code, everything can be a lifestyle flex – even your breakfast beverage.

Is It Too Early to Decorate for Christmas?

November just started and some people are already in full-on Christmas mode. I still have pumpkin rot on my doorstep, can we just give it a minute?

But it seems like holiday decorating has officially broken free from the “after Thanksgiving” rulebook. Stores swap out spooky decor for Santa suits, peppermint everything starts showing up in coffee cups, and Mariah Carey begins her annual reawakening.

But let’s be real: isn’t it a little too soon?

The “Christmas creep” isn’t new, but it sure feels more aggressive every year.

By early November, many stores have already gone full red-and-green, skipping right over Thanksgiving like it’s a footnote between October and December. And if you’ve ever walked into a store on November 1 only to be hit with “All I Want for Christmas Is You” at full volume, you know what we’re talking about.

You’ll see it in store aisles: Valentine’s Day candy on shelves before New Year’s confetti has even settled, or Easter eggs hiding behind St. Patrick’s Day beer mugs. Retailers are on a holiday hamster wheel, constantly jumping ahead to the next big thing. But that means some holidays barely get a moment in the spotlight.

Take Thanksgiving, for instance. It’s a major U.S. holiday, but it often feels like it gets buried under the tinsel avalanche.

Once Halloween wraps, it’s straight into Black Friday ads and Christmas prep, with only a brief turkey intermission.

And while Christmas is supposed to be about love, peace, and family, the way it’s packaged by retailers feels more like a race to buy, decorate, and schedule everything right now. It’s no wonder people start feeling holiday fatigue weeks before the actual holiday arrives.

Social media, of course, plays into this too. Memes about Mariah Carey “defrosting” each November have become an annual tradition, and the cultural joke is now its own kind of marketing machine. Some folks are genuinely excited to start decorating and celebrating early—and that’s fine! But for others, the nonstop holiday hype can get old before December even begins.

But science says early decorators are friendlier (and maybe happier)

Here’s a fun fact: a study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology found that homes decorated for Christmas are perceived as more friendly and welcoming. The sight of garlands and glowing lights actually made people rate homeowners as more sociable.

Even Martha Stewart herself leans into a gradual build. In a past issue of Martha Stewart Living, she mapped out her decorating timeline across the month of December, saving the stockings for the final week. So if you’re pacing yourself, you’re in classy company.

Bottom line? You do you.

If putting up your tree in November makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside, go for it. And if you’d rather wait until the leftovers are gone, that’s cool too. Either way, there’s no hard-and-fast rule. As long as you didn’t play Jingle Bells during trick-or-treating, then you’re good.