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In-N-Out Bans Order Number 67 After Teens Keep Freaking Out

In-N-Out Burger has retired the number 67 from its order system, and no, it’s not for operational efficiency. It’s because teenagers won’t stop losing their minds over it.

The California-based chain has apparently had enough of the viral chaos surrounding “Order 67.” For months, groups of teens have been hanging out at In-N-Out locations waiting to hear “Order 67” called out, just so they can collectively scream, cheer, and post it on TikTok. Now, the number has officially been banned from stores across the U.S., according to People magazine.

The origins of the “67” phenomenon are a little hazy, but it started picking up steam nearly a year ago and somehow just never died. Dictionary.com even named “67” its Word of the Year for 2025, which probably didn’t help.

Clips of the mayhem are everywhere, with teens treating the announcement of “Order 67” like it’s the start of a concert. One recent video shows a Los Angeles employee explaining that the number is gone for good because it was causing too much of a scene.

To keep the peace, the number sequence now jumps straight from 66 to 68. And fun fact: it’s not the first time In-N-Out has done this. Some employees say the chain was already skipping “Order 69” at certain locations, likely to avoid that kind of commotion too.

While this kind of viral energy is great for clicks, it’s a nightmare for restaurants just trying to get double-doubles and animal fries out the door without a flash mob erupting in the dining room. So it looks like In-N-Out is choosing order over chaos—literally.

Now if you’re waiting for your food and hear “Order 68,” just know there’s a silent generation of teens out there mourning the one number that brought them pure, unhinged joy.

Do We Like Naked Christmas Trees Now?

The internet is stripping down for the holidays — literally.

“Naked Christmas Trees” are now trending, and you should be able to google that phrase at work. It’s just Christmas trees with no ornaments, no tinsel, and in some cases, not even lights.

If this feels like something your tree would complain about in a therapy session, you’re not wrong. One viral post even imagined the tree wondering, “What am I even doing here?” The look is intentionally minimalist, featuring a stark, undecorated tree that might be sparsely strung with soft white lights if it’s feeling fancy.

It’s part of a broader trend in holiday decor that leans into modern, chic, and visually calm over the more traditional tangle of garland, baubles, and glitter bombs.

The aesthetic has been embraced by influencers and celebrities alike. Stars like Julianne Moore, Michelle Pfeiffer, Victoria Beckham, and Khloé Kardashian have shown off their bare branches online, giving the trend some serious celebrity clout. And with that kind of star power behind it, the look is gaining traction across platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

Supporters of the trend say it’s a cleaner, more elegant way to celebrate the season, and fits better with neutral home decor. Critics (and a lot of regular holiday lovers) say it’s just plain lazy, or worse, joyless. After all, isn’t decking the halls the best part?

But in the age of aesthetics and curated content, the naked tree fits perfectly. It’s easy to set up, looks good on camera, and doesn’t require digging through years of tangled ornament hooks and glitter-covered school crafts. It’s also cat-proof, toddler-safe, and completely judgment-free — unless you’re a pine tree longing for your sequin era.

So if your December vibe is more calm and cozy than chaos and color, the naked tree might be your new holiday hero. Just maybe give it a blanket. It’s feeling a little exposed.

New Dating Trend: Letting Mom Run Your Tinder

Modern dating is hard, so why not hand the whole task off to your parents? What could possibly go wrong? 👀

According to the Wall Street Journal, Gen Z and millennial singles have started outsourcing their love lives to their parents.

People in their 20s and 30s are letting Mom (and sometimes Dad) take the reins on dating apps like Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge… because if you’re gonna be disappointed and rebuffed by strangers, it might as well be a family affair.

Failing to find someone can be exhausting

Struggling to find your soulmate isn’t a new problem, but online dating has made the search feel like a neverending slog. When you’ve spent years swiping yourself into oblivion, you suddenly find yourself saying, “You know what? Let’s see if Mom can do any better.”

Does mother really know best?

A 31-year-old woman the WSJ talked to said she has to reject a lot of her mom’s picks because they just don’t vibe. “She’s picking guys who are wearing Gucci and more designer, put-together apparel. And I’m like, okay, but how are they gonna do on a hike?”

Success stories are rare but real

Another woman said her dad convinced her to give a British guy a shot – even after the potential suitor didn’t respond to her messages right away. They started FaceTiming daily, and he picked her up from the airport when she moved to London for grad school. Now they’re a couple. Chalk one up for Team Dad!

Parents finally get to experience dating in 2025

Whether it’s good or bad, the experiment is giving parents a front-row seat to the chaos their kids have been dealing with. Suddenly, their “why can’t you find anyone” mantra is giving way to “Wow, I see why you can’t find anyone.”

One mom was stunned by how many men on dating apps proudly posed in full hunting gear, or mid-chug with a handle of cheap liquor. (Ma’am… that is the modern courting ritual. Just wait until they start texting. 🍆)

Is it worth a try, or is it just too risky?

Before you jump in with both feet (and both parents), remember this: If you let Mom into your relationship before it even gets started, there may be no going back.

So, the question is are you desperate enough to let your mom play matchmaker? Or will you continue to suffer in solitude, stubbornly swiping into the void?

There’s also a third option. Maybe just sack up, Gen Z, and resign yourself to the idea of dying alone like the rest of us. 😘

Amazon Drivers Hate Us for Ordering These Three Things

The holidays are a rough stretch for Amazon drivers, it’ just comes with the territory. So maybe take it a little easier on them the rest of the year.

An Amazon driver shared a list of the top three things she wishes we’d all stop ordering online, because they’re just so heavy. If you want your Amazon person to not hate you, consider tossing these in your grocery cart instead.

Kitty litter

Cat people, you’re on notice. It’s one of the most common – and most despised – deliveries. We go through it fast, so Amazon drivers are constantly lugging those bulky Chewy boxes up porches and stairs, all the while hoping their back doesn’t give out.

Dog food

Those 50-pound bags of kibble might be convenient to have dropped at your doorstep, but for drivers making 150+ stops per day, they’re another backbreaker.

Bottled water

Not those five-gallon jugs your Culligan man drops at your door – he knows what he signed up for. We’re talking about those cases of Poland Spring you like buying on Amazon because they’re $3 cheaper.

Amazon drivers in urban areas can deliver 250-300 packages a day.

So if you can’t live without these doorstep conveniences, at least consider tossing them a small tip around the holidays.

And come summer, maybe offer them a bottle of that water.

The Most Christmas-y Christmas Movies of All Time

Everyone has that one holiday movie they’ll defend with the passion of a thousand jingle bells.

But instead of arguing over hot cocoa again this year, we finally have something resembling science to settle the debate. A new study took 20 popular holiday films and ran them through 20 different data points to determine the ultimate Christmas movie of all time. Yes, it is possible to quantify festive spirit, and yes, someone actually did it.

Researchers broke their ranking into four main categories. They counted Christmas references in each movie, including things like Christmas outfits, holiday songs, uses of the word “Christmas,” and any direct Santa sightings. Then they compared that with the film’s box office success, critic and audience reviews, and how much festive buzz each movie still generates across social media and search trends every December.

And according to the data, the most Christmas-y Christmas movie of all time is the original Home Alone.

Surprised? While it scored lower than you’d expect in sheer Christmas references, the movie crushed the competition in box office performance and long-term holiday hype. Even with just five shots of Christmas outfits, 11 Christmas songs, 13 uses of the word “Christmas,” and a single Santa cameo, Kevin McCallister still reigns supreme.

Here is the top ten, in case you need to update your holiday watchlist:

  1. Home Alone (1990)
  2. Elf (2003)
  3. Love Actually (2003)
  4. How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000, Jim Carrey version)
  5. The Santa Clause (1994)
  6. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
  7. Arthur Christmas (2011)
  8. Gremlins (1984)
  9. The Polar Express (2004)
  10. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989)

For the people who insist Die Hard is a Christmas movie and will absolutely not let that argument die, good news and bad news. It did make the list, but it landed just outside the top ten at number eleven. It was followed by Home Alone 2 and Scrooged.

So whether your holiday vibe is cozy, chaotic, romantic, spooky, or aggressively pro-Bruce Willis, now you can cite actual data when declaring your favorite Christmas movie the rightful king of the season. Merry science to all, and to all a good movie night.

Watching Sports Is Good For Your Brain

Watching sports might actually make you happier in the long run.  And science backs it up.

And a special shout out to all those eliminated from the fantasy football playoffs.  It’s okay to be mad.

Here are five reasons why cheering for your team does more than just pass the time:

1.  It reduces loneliness.  Whether you’re in a packed stadium . . . at a bar . . . or texting friends during the game, you feel connected.  Even if you’re watching alone, there are so many online fan communities you can join.

2.  It helps you let your emotions out.  Yelling at the TV . . . or even mourning a loss releases dopamine.  And that lowers stress.

3.  Sports can strengthen your identity.  Teams connect us to our roots and the city we live in.  And they can help you find your people.

4.  Sports are a low-pressure connection.  It’s easy conversation, and friendly banter.  With no deep talks required.

5.  Watching sports can sharpen your brain.  Crunching all those stats in your fantasy leagues keeps your mind active. Which could help offset those couch beers.

A study from 2024 found watching sports activates reward centers in the brain and may increase long term happiness. So yes, scream at the screen if the ref made a bad call.  It might be good for you.

It’s Science: Cold Weather Makes Us Drink More

If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for a drink the second the temperature drops, congratulations, science is on your side.

A study from the University of Pittsburgh has confirmed something that feels obvious to anyone who has survived a long winter; colder weather really does make people drink more alcohol.

Researchers looked at weather patterns across cities and compared them to average alcohol consumption. What they found was a clear, direct connection between cold temperatures and higher alcohol intake. In other words, when it’s freezing outside, people are more likely to pour themselves another one.

The explanation is actually pretty simple.

Alcohol increases blood flow to the skin, which creates a warming sensation. It does not actually raise your core body temperature, but it tricks your body into feeling warmer. That cozy buzz might be why a cold night suddenly feels like the perfect excuse for a drink, whether it’s a beer, a glass of wine, or something stronger.

This helps explain why cold-weather traditions often revolve around alcohol. Think about it. Après-ski drinks, hot toddies, mulled wine, whiskey by the fire, and even tailgating in freezing stadiums all lean heavily on booze. When winter drags on, alcohol becomes part comfort, part social glue, and part survival tactic, at least mentally.

But the study also came with an important warning label.

Researchers found that people living in colder climates were more likely to develop liver disease, which is strongly linked to long-term alcohol use. That means the seasonal urge to drink can turn into a real health issue if it becomes a habit instead of an occasional indulgence.

It is a reminder that while alcohol may feel warming in the moment, it comes with consequences. The short-term comfort can easily mask long-term damage, especially in places where cold weather sticks around for months at a time. Winter blues, limited daylight, and cabin fever can all pile on, making it even easier to drink more without noticing.

None of this means you need to swear off winter drinks entirely. It just means being a little more aware of why you are reaching for them.

If it’s cold, dark, and miserable outside, that urge might be less about celebration and more about coping.

So yes, science has officially confirmed what your instincts already told you. Cold weather makes us want to drink. Just remember that staying warm and staying healthy do not always mean the same thing, even if winter tries to convince you otherwise.

10 Things That Happened 10 Years Ago: Dec 14-20

Google searches, Kardashian butts, and Barbara Walters hits on Bradley Cooper. Here’s what was in the news 10 years ago this week.

The Top Google Searches of 2015

Google revealed what the world obsessed over in 2015 – everything from Lamar Odom and Caitlyn Jenner to “Jurassic World” and obviously fake babies. It was a year of comebacks, scandals, and dinosaurs.

Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year Is “Ism”

Merriam-Webster couldn’t pick one word in 2015 – so they went with a suffix: “ism.” As in racism, feminism, terrorism, capitalism… basically all the “isms” that dominated headlines and debates that year. It was less about one word and more about how we defined the times – literally.

The Best TV Shows of 2015

E! News crowned the best of the small screen in 2015. “Game of Thrones” topped their list, followed by “Mr. Robot,” “Outlander,” “Fargo,” and “How to Get Away with Murder.”

Advance Ticket Sales for “The Force Awakens” Hit $100 Million

Before it even hit theaters, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” had already smashed records with $100 million in advance ticket sales. Fans camped out, crashed websites, and debated Kylo Ren theories months in advance. The Force was awakened – and it was profitable.

“Thriller“ Is the First Album to Go 30x Platinum

Even in 2015, nobody could touch the King of Pop. The RIAA confirmed “Thriller” had become the first album ever to go 30 times platinum – that’s 30 million copies sold in the U.S. alone. Zombies, red jackets, and dance moves that refuse to die.

“Lardass” Autocorrects to “Kardashian”

Someone realized iPhones had started autocorrecting “lardass” to “Kardashian,” and the internet exploded with laughter. The prompt popped up after typing in the first five letters (L-A-R-D-A) because it was just one letter off the start of “Kardashian.” ‘K’ is also right next to the ‘L’ on keyboards, so that didn’t help.

Barbara Walters Calls Bradley Cooper “Very Screwable”

During her annual “Most Fascinating People” special, Barbara (then 86) got a little too real – declaring Bradley Cooper “very screwable.” America nodded in agreement as Brad blushed, and Barbara cemented her place as the queen of unfiltered truth bombs.

“Sports Illustrated” Names Serena Williams Their Sportsperson of the Year

Serena dominated 2015, winning everything she touched – except her own charity 5K. Fresh off being crowned Sportsperson of the Year, she hosted a charity race in Miami and caught a cab halfway through. She’d been dealing with injuries, and insiders claimed she wasn’t even planning to run it at all. It drew jeers online, but hey… even legends deserve a break. The ‘Sportsperson’ nod was the mag’s first for a solo woman since 1983.

Wahlburgers Goes National

Mark and Donnie took Wahlburgers from a family project to a full-on burger empire in 2015, announcing a nationwide expansion. There were only five locations – in Massachusetts, New York, and Toronto – when they announced another 100-150 were on the way. They made good on the promise, building to 109 locations by 2023. But they reversed course and closed most of them two years later. By mid-2025, the count was back down to 32.

Secret Santas Pay Off Nearly $500,000 in Walmart Layaway Items

Holiday spirit hit big in 2015 when three anonymous donors paid off almost half-a-million bucks in Walmart layaway bills. Hundreds of families got the surprise of their lives – proof that even in a year full of “isms,” generosity still made headlines.

The 10 American Traditions That Will Disappear Soon

People online have been predicting which American traditions will fade out in the coming decades, and honestly, some of these feel less like predictions and more like things we are already halfway done abandoning. (For good reason.)

Here are the top traditions people think are on the chopping block:

  1. Class reunions
    People say social media killed these because we already know what everyone looks like, where they live, and what they had for lunch. But on the flip side, social media also lets people reconnect, which might actually boost reunions for the brave souls who want to face their former lab partners in person.
  2. Trick-or-treating
    One person said trunk-or-treating has wiped out their neighborhood foot traffic. Plus, the internet now provides a map of “rich neighborhoods with king-size candy bars,” so kids are basically treating Halloween like a heist movie.
  3. Flashy gender reveal events
    After years of exploding smoke bombs, property damage, and a few accidental wildfires, people think gender reveals will go back to being cute, quiet cake-cutting moments. (The forest animals will appreciate keeping their habitat, un-scorched.)
  4. Black Friday chaos
    The in-store stampede era is already fading. Deals now last roughly 30 days, and Cyber Monday stole Black Friday’s spotlight anyway. The term “Black Friday” may soon just refer to “that day you stayed home and bought nothing.”
  5. The Miss America pageant
    This one is barely hanging on. Pageant enthusiasm peaked decades ago, and most Americans now treat them like retro curiosities, similar to landlines or Jell-O molds.
  6. Private fireworks
    Between safety laws, irritated neighbors, and the annual “guy who blew off his thumb” news stories, personal fireworks may slowly fizzle out. Expect an uptick in city-run drone shows, which are flashier and significantly less explode-y.
  7. Daylight Savings Time
    Look, people wish this would die, but the odds of America agreeing on a time system are roughly 0%. Still, the dream lives on.
  8. Big, expensive weddings
    Many Americans can’t justify spending the price of a car on one day. Small weddings, courthouse ceremonies, and backyard celebrations are becoming the norm. Bonus: fewer speeches from relatives who shouldn’t have a microphone.
  9. Thank you cards
    People online called them “a pain,” and most believe a text or in-person thanks covers it. Etiquette purists may faint, but everyone else is ready to retire hand cramps and postage stamps.
  10. Christmas cards
    These used to arrive in stacks. Now? Mostly from older relatives or parents with fresh family photos to show off. The digital era is slowly taking over, and the mailbox is mostly full of credit card offers and political flyers anyway.

Whether these traditions fading away is sad or a relief depends entirely on how nostalgic you are. But if class reunions vanish and gender reveals chill out, most Americans will probably survive.

What do you think will happen in the years to come?

There’s a Push to Rename American Football. So… What Should We Call It?

It’s official: even football is up for rebranding in 2025.

At a recent FIFA event, President Trump stirred the pot by declaring that soccer is the real football, and suggested it’s time for the American version to get a new name. “When you think about it, [soccer] is football. There’s no question about it,” he said, adding, “We have to come up with another name for the NFL stuff.”

That offhand comment was all the internet needed to launch into full naming-mode. Because if we’re not calling it football anymore, what are we calling it?

Here are the most popular suggestions bouncing around social media, some serious, some… less so:

Real Contenders:

  • Gridiron: The front-runner so far. It’s already a widely accepted term outside the U.S., and “National Gridiron League” (NGL) has a nice ring to it. No one tell the Canadians we’re stealing this.
  • Pigskin: A classic nickname. It’s familiar, it’s weirdly nostalgic, and you can already hear announcers yelling, “It’s Pigskin Sunday!”
  • AmeriBall: Because why give up the word “football” entirely when we can just red, white, and blue the whole thing?
  • Tackle Football or “American Football”: Technically accurate, but let’s be honest, everyone would just keep calling it football anyway, defeating the whole purpose.

Snarky (but kinda genius) options:

  • Full-Contact Chess: A name that tells you everything about the strategy and the brain-melting complexity of the game… plus, people get tackled.
  • Hand Egg or Eggball: These jokes have been floating around online for years, thanks to the obvious fact that the ball isn’t round, and it’s barely kicked.
  • Trump Ball: Let’s just say this one probably won’t get bipartisan support.
  • DraftKings Ball: A nod to the fact that half the audience is only watching for fantasy points and prop bets anyway.
  • Footbowl: Not bad, right? It ties in with Super Bowl, Pro Bowl, Toilet Bowl, etc. Bonus points for sounding like a competitive eating event.

And then there’s the completely chaotic tier:

  • Yardball: For those proudly resisting the metric system.
  • Millionaire Fight Club: Not inaccurate.
  • Footsie: No.
  • Soccer: What could possibly go wrong?

Of course, Trump made the comment while receiving a “Peace Prize” from FIFA, so there’s a solid chance this was just a bit of international sweet talk. But regardless, the naming debate is on.

Whether you’re Team Gridiron or ride-or-die for Eggball, one thing’s clear: whatever we do call it, it’s still going to involve giant humans colliding at full speed while fans scream at their TVs with queso in hand.

So… call it what you want. Just don’t mess with Sundays.

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