Lifestyle

The electric Ford Mustang Mach-E will be able to go this far, report says

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is apparently ready to roll as long as promised.

Ford hasn’t yet released the official EPA-rated range for the all-electric utility vehicle, which it’s projected to be from 210 miles to over 300 miles per charge, depending on the model, but one reservation owner has received their window sticker ahead of delivery.

Ford

The document, posted to the Mach-E fan forum, shows the Premium all-wheel-drive model to have a range of 270 miles, which is exactly what Ford said it would likely be. That would give it the highest range of any electric car on sale today that’s not made by Tesla. Ford has not confirmed the report.

Stickers for other versions of the Mach-E haven’t surfaced yet, but the rear-wheel-drive Premium is being advertised with an estimated 300-mile range while the entry-level Select’s are 210 miles for all-wheel-drive versions and 230 miles with rear-wheel-drive.

FORD JUST CUT THE MUSTANG MACH-E PRICE, HERE’S WHY

The Mach-E Premium AWD has a starting price of $42,895, while the cheapest Tesla Model Y AWD has a base price of $49,990 and a range of 326 miles. However, the Mach-E currently qualifies for a $7,500 federal tax credit, bringing its price to $35,395 for most customers.

Range aside, it looks like the Tesla is far more efficient than the Mach-E. The Model Y’s EPA combined energy efficiency rating is equivalent to 125 mpg, while the Mach-E’s is listed on the sticker at 90 mpg.

Mach-E deliveries are scheduled to begin before the end of 2020.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

Coast Guard rescues lost Oregon hunter who broke ankle in national forest

After being faced with a difficult rescue, a Coast Guard crew in Oregon was happy to report a successful mission.

An injured outdoorsman was rescued from rough terrain by the North Bend sector of the U.S. Coast Guard on Thursday night, after he got lost in the woods day before. The helicopter crew who utlimately located the man added that there were several complications making the rescue more difficult, despite the eventual “positive outcome.”

Tyler Saxon spent two days missing in the woods in Rock Creek Wilderness, Oregon Live reported, describing the man as a hunter.

When he was eventually located by authorities, he reportedly had a broken ankle and was suffering from hypothermia.

LOST ELK HUNTER IN COLORADO RESCUED AFTER HELICOPTER CREW, ON IMPULSE, SEARCHES AREA HE WASN’T THOUGHT TO BE

His family reported him missing after he failed to meet up with an acquaintance following what local police say was a hunting trip.

The U.S. Coast Guard Sector North Bend shared details of the rescue on Facebook, writing that it was “happy to report a positive outcome” to the situation.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

The post continues, “We were initially notified of the missing hiker on Wednesday. By the afternoon, our Newport Air Facility crews conducted a search until fog and thunderstorms in the area prevented the continued nighttime search in the heavily wooded and mountainous terrain. At first sunlight, on Thursday, the crew conducted another search with no success.”

Fortunately, the rescue crew members were able to locate Saxon’s position by the end of the day.

FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK FOR MORE FOX LIFESTYLE NEWS

“Just before sunset,” the post continues, “another Helo was dispatched to recover the survivor. Our crews worked hand in hand with civilian ground agencies and recovered the survivor back to North Bend and an awaiting ambulance around 7 p.m. last night. Nighttime, inland hoisting in mountainous areas are incredibly difficult operations and require expert judgment, teamwork, and skill by all involved.

“Bravo Zulu to all involved for a job well done!” the post concluded.

Starbucks customer amused by ‘secret’ pickup line that barista left on her cup

When you want to ask a woman out for coffee but she’s already buying coffee, it’s time to get creative.

A Starbucks customer named Ashley Wilkins claims that her barista tried flirting with her via a “secret message” on the side of the cup, and now some of her TikTok followers think she should go on a date with him.

The Starbucks barista allegedly crossed out a few of the words that were pre-printed on the cup to create an entirely new message.
(iStock)

Wilkins shared details of the encounter on TikTok, in a short video that illustrated exactly how her barista — whom she calls “Starbucks Steve” — tried to get her attention. As seen in the clip, “Steve” allegedly wrote “secrete message [sic]” on one side of the cup, with an arrow pointing down to the print at the bottom, where it normally reads, “Caution, the beverage you’re about to enjoy is extremely hot.”

Steve, however, used a marker to black out parts of the text, changing it to read, “Caution… you’re… extremely hot.”

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER

Wilkins described it as a “new level” of pickup line, and commenters seemed to agree.

“Smoother than the coffee itself,” one TikTok user wrote in response to the video, which was originally posted in late October, but only recently went viral with over 1.5 million views.

“Steve shooting his shot!” someone else remarked.

“I’m sorry but he deserves a date,” another insisted.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

Wilkins, meanwhile, appeared to take the pickup line as a compliment, but her husband — who was actually there at Starbucks when she ordered her coffee — is apparently a little jealous that he, too, didn’t get a note from another barista who made his drink.

“He was like, ‘I even gave Linda (he made her name up) a dollar tip when we ordered [and] you get special treatment,’” wrote Wilkins of her husband’s reaction

Trump’s old Ferrari, Rolls-Royce to roll across the auction block

New presidential ‘Beast’ unveiled

President Trump showed up at the U.N General Assembly in a new ‘Beast’ limousine. Here’s a look at some of its rumored security features.

President Trump may have to hand back the keys to the White House’s fleet of Cadillacs in January, but there are a couple of his old cars coming up for sale if he wants them back.

(Mecum Auctions)

A 2007 Ferrari F430 and a 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom that he previously owned will be crossing the block at the Mecum Auctions Kissimmee event in January in Trump’s new home state of Florida. According to the auction house, the presidential pair is currently owned by the same collector.

(Mecum Auctions)

The red Ferrari was last auctioned in 2017 for $270,000 and the Rolls-Royce in 2018 for $145,000. The black four-door has 56,700 miles on it and comes with an owner’s manual that Trump signed: “I loved this car, it is great! Best of luck.”

As many of his predecessors have, Trump has lamented the presidential security rules that don’t allow the chief executive to drive a car.

“I like to drive,” he told Reuters in 2017. “I can’t drive anymore.”

And that policy may follow the 45th president home. Although it’s not codified into law, ex-presidents still under U.S. Secret Service protection are strongly encouraged not to drive on public roads.

President George W. Bush discussed the policy on an episode of “Jay Leno’s Garage,” telling the comedian that he hadn’t been on the road since he started his run for Texas governor in 1993, but often drove around his 90-acre ranch in his Ford pickup.

Ronald Reagan similarly enjoyed taking his 1962 Willy’s Jeep CJ-6 for a spin whenever he was at his Rancho del Cielo in California. The iconic red truck is now a part of the National Historic Vehicle Register.

Ronald Reagan drove his Jeep during an interview with Barbara Walters for 20/20 in 1981.
(Jeep)

While Trump isn’t a rancher, he shouldn’t have any trouble finding somewhere to get his motor running on private property, as the Trump Organization runs over a dozen sprawling golf courses around the world.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

Nashville bar owner warns ‘it’s getting really bad’ as city tightens COVID rules

Steve Smith, the owner of several Nashville, Tenn., bars including Kid Rock’s Honky Tonk, Tootsie’s, Rippy’s and Honky Tonk Central, predicts many people will lose their jobs with the new COVID-19 restrictions in the city.

“It’s getting really bad in Nashville,” Smith told “Fox & Friends” on Monday.

Nashville is tightening restrictions to fight surging coronavirus cases by limiting gatherings to eight people starting Monday, the week of Thanksgiving when many are expected to gather for the holiday.

Mayor John Cooper announced the change last week, saying it applies to public and private gatherings, and aligns with the eight-person maximum dining party restriction at restaurants. Nashville’s gathering limit had been 25.

Restaurants and bars can serve up to 100 people per floor and per outdoor seating area.

Smith said his bars will be able to withstand the new coronavirus restrictions, but he predicts other small businesses won’t.

“Fortunately, we’ve done real well so we’re going to be able to hang on for quite some time,” Smith said on Monday. He did, however, acknowledge that his smaller bar Tootsie’s “struggles” amid the coronavirus restrictions.

GOVERNORS BRING BACK SEVERE CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWNS, TIGHTEN RESTRICTIONS AS CASES HIT RECORD HIGHS

“There is a lot of people that will not be able to survive with these restrictions,” he said, while acknowledging that “there’s going to be a lot of people that’s suffering with losing jobs and everything else.”

“People that are just getting started and have been open for a few years, I really feel for them,” he went on to say.

Nashville, which is in Davidson County, reported 391 new coronavirus cases on Sunday, according to data provided by The Metro Public Health Department in Nashville. Cooper said Nashville has surpassed its July peak in cases with a 14-day average of 390 cases a day, or a seven-day average of 58 new daily cases per 100,000 residents, which is almost five times higher than in September.

The mayor also noted last week, when he announced the new restrictions, that more than 360 patients were hospitalized with the novel coronavirus, which was an increase of more than 50% from the beginning of this month.

Smith told “Fox & Friends” on Monday that “a lot of people come to me wanting to know what we are going to do” and how they can “get rid” of the mayor.

“I get that all the time, every day,” Smith said.

Republican Gov. Bill Lee has left it up to counties whether to require people to wear masks in public and has stressed “personal responsibility.” Six metro areas, including Nashville, are allowed to make their own business and gathering size restrictions.

“Bars and restaurants have got picked on the hardest,” Smith said. “It’s like they got to shut down at the 11:00 hour every night and 11:00 to 3:00 is when we make a lot of our money. Most of our money. It’s ridiculous.”

“There is no science to this,” he continued.

Lee has declined to issue guidance on how families should gather for the Thanksgiving holiday amid the pandemic.

Smith said he hasn’t spoken with Lee yet, but said he plans to raise his concerns when he speaks with him next month.

“I hope like hell he comes in and takes this city over before John Cooper bankrupts it,” Smith said.

He added that he is “really excited that the vaccine is coming right around the corner.”

“I’m praying to God we’ll have it out in the next three weeks,” he continued.

Last week, Pfizer and partner BioNTech SE announced clinical trial data showed their coronavirus vaccine was 95% effective with no serious side effects for any of the trial patients.

Moderna announced earlier last week that its vaccine candidate was just shy of 95% effective, and the company was expected to apply for emergency-use authorization soon. Pfizer and BioNTech SE announced they applied for emergency authorization use Friday.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

“I feel like once the vaccine’s out, then some of these politicians are still going to be trying to rule and think they’re king, not an elected official,” Smith said.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Majority of Americans say they got the worst sleep in 2020: survey

The year 2020 has been the worst year ever for Americans’ sleep, according to new research.

The study asked 2,000 Americans about their sleeping habits over the tumultuous year — and how they hope to improve it in the new year. The results found 51% pinpointing this year as their worst year for sleep. In addition, 42% of respondents said they can’t even remember the last time they got a good night’s sleep.

Fittingly, six in 10 of those surveyed also said they plan to make sleep a top priority next year.

The majority of those who answered the survey said 2020 has been the year of poor sleep.
(iStock)

Conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Hatch, the survey found the top 2020 culprit for poor sleep was consuming too much news (34%). Another 22% of those polled said spending too much time with their family during quarantine has also taken a toll on their beauty rest.

Other trends that had a negative impact on respondents included Zoom call fatigue (16%), burnout while working from home (16%) and even staying up too late watching a Netflix binge (13%).

PIZZA HUT’S $150 BLANKET SELLS OUT IN LESS THAN A DAY

With sleep quality declining, those polled have been turning to various methods to try to regain control of their sleep schedule. Thirty-four percent of respondents have tried listening to music to wind down and 20% have turned to meditation. Fourteen percent of respondents have even turned to the classic aid of counting sheep to help drift off.

TWITTER USERS TROLL ROCKEFELLER CENTER CHRISTMAS TREE, LIKEN IT TO ‘CHARLIE BROWN’

As quarantine continues and the holidays rapidly approach, respondents were asked how they plan to handle these additional stressors on top of an already difficult year.

With 42% of respondents in agreement that the holidays are the most stressful time of the year, it’s no wonder that four in 10 also said this is usually when they get their worst sleep of the year. Two in 10 respondents said the pressure to answer questions about their relationship and physical appearance is another stress point that disrupts their sleep during the holidays.

Coronavirus and the holiday season have both played a part in disrupting the sleep cycles of Americans.
(iStock)

Of those planning not to host family and friends this year, 32% of respondents believe their sleep quality will improve this holiday season thanks to the emptier household.

HAWAII OFFERING FREE HOTEL STAYS IF VISITORS VOLUNTEER

“The holidays are stressful enough as it is, and the added curveballs 2020 has thrown our way likely won’t do us any favors come November and December,” said Ann Crady Weiss, co-founder and CEO of Hatch. “I think a lot of people would agree that staying sane has been a tall task this year, and I think getting that full night of sleep on a consistent basis will be more important than ever this holiday season to help cope with the stress of everything that’s going on.”

Despite the constant stress of 2020, 61% of the respondents did share that the COVID-19 pandemic has encouraged them to make their sleep health more of a priority in the new year.

And the top “New Year, New Sleep” goals that respondents have are simple – go to bed and wake up at the same time every day.

2021 will be the year of better sleep, respondents hoped.
(iStock)

Thirty-three percent of respondents are also reevaluating their diet and the impact it has on their sleep.

“Sleep plays a major role in nearly every aspect of our health,” said Crady Weiss. “In difficult or stressful times, sleep always seems to get pushed to the bottom of the priority list, when in reality our ability to handle those other priorities diminishes rapidly as our sleep quality declines.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER

“Our hope is for everyone to take a step back in 2021 and put their sleep wellness at the top of their list.”

Toddler runs in terror after ‘Grinch’ surprises her during Christmas photo shoot

It turns out, kids get freaked out by monsters.

The Grinch has become one of the most iconic pop culture characters connected with Christmas. It turns out, while the cartoon version might be enjoyable to children, seeing the Grinch in real life might not be as much fun.

Shemika Ales shared pictures from a Christmas-themed photo shoot that featured a surprise guest appearance from the Grinch (or, someone dressed as the iconic holiday-hater). It turns out, the Mississippi mother-of-three ended up with photos of her young daughter running in fear from the green creature sneaking up behind her.

‘THANKSGIVING GRANDMA’ CELEBRATES 5TH HOLIDAY WITH HONORARY ‘GRANDSON’ — BUT WITHOUT LATE HUSBAND

Ales wrote on Facebook that her daughter will “laugh at these when she gets older.”

The shoot began with the young girl sitting on a couch that had been set up outside near some trees. There are two green pillows on the couch and one that says “Merry Grinchmas.” There are also some other Christmas themed decorations set up.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

As the girl sits on the couch, a person wearing a Grinch costume slowly sneaks up behind her. As they get closer, the girl notices and then runs off, appearing to be terrified.

The Sun reports that Ales said that her daughter is “sassy and sweet” and that she knew her daughter would react that way. She said she plans on showing her the photos when she gets older.

FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK FOR MORE FOX LIFESTYLE NEWS

In another Facebook post, Ales responded to some of the negative feedback she received, writing, “My sweet girl! She is not traumatized by the Grinch and she is still beating her brother and talking back to daddy and I!”

Woman smacks boyfriend on the head during Disneyland proposal, says she thought he was ‘trolling’

At least it wasn’t a no.

A woman’s unexpected reaction to her boyfriend proposing to her during a trip to Disneyland may not have made the moment as magical as the couple probably would’ve wanted, but at least it made them viral stars. Fortunately, while this story may have an awkward beginning, it reportedly has a happy ending.

Gracie O’Neill recently shared a video taken of her husband proposing to her at Disneyland on her TikTok page. While the video is actually from a few years ago, she only uploaded it to her TikTok page late last week. Since then, it has gone viral, earning over 5.6 million views.

GROOMSMAN HAS ‘PERFECT’ RESPONSE TO REQUEST THAT HE SHAVE BEARD FOR WEDDING, ACCORDING TO REDDIT

In the footage, O’Neill can be seen standing next to her boyfriend while they pose in front of Disney’s castle. After taking the picture, O’Neill’s boyfriend starts to get down on one knee in the traditional “I’m about to ask you to marry me” pose.

O’Neill, however, apparently didn’t think he was serious due to previous fake-proposal jokes. So, she initially responded by hitting him on the top of his head. According to the video’s description, she thought she was being trolled.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

It turns out, however, that her boyfriend was serious.

After getting bopped on the head, he continues to pull out a ring and says, “This time, I’m not kidding.” The video is captioned, “On today’s episode of ‘I hate myself because…’”

After the video’s viral success, O’Neill decided to share the full video, which continues after she bops her boyfriend to show that she quickly realized he was serious. The footage shows her reacting with shock and joy and obviously saying yes.

FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK FOR MORE FOX LIFESTYLE NEWS

In the video’s description, she wrote, “Seriously, the happiest day of my life.”

Build a Bronco: Ford shows how you can do bodywork at home

Ford has figured out a way for you to beat up your Bronco off-road, but still keep it looking good.

The extreme Bronco Badlands Sasquatch 2-Door Concept was built to showcase the versatility of the upcoming SUV along with some new parts.

Ford

Among them are a set of fenders designed to easily replace the stock body panels for when you plan to head onto a tight rocky or wooded trail.

The factory fenders come with large removalbe flares.
(Ford)

They’re aluminum on the concept truck, but Ford said that the idea is to make them out of impact-resistant composite. The Bronco features a modular design with a couple of dozen easily removable bolts holding the fenders in place, so swapping them shouldn’t take too long.

7 FUNKY FEATURES ON THE 2021 FORD BRONCO

The off-road fenders do without the removable flares that come from the factory. Ford also replaced the doors on the concept with step-over sills based on the design of the original 1966 Bronco U13 Roadster.

Ford

The clever parts haven’t been confirmed for production, but Ford will have more than 200 accessories ready to go when deliveries of the Bronco begin next June.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

‘Thanksgiving Grandma’ celebrates 5th holiday with honorary ‘grandson’ — but without late husband

Four years after Wanda Dench became known on social media as the “Thanksgiving Grandma” — because she accidentally invited a stranger to her Mesa, Ariz., home to celebrate the holiday — the two shared a holiday meal for the fifth time Friday.

This year, however, Dench’s dinner with her now honorary “grandson” Jamal Hinton came with one empty seat at the table. Dench, 63, lost her husband, Lonnie, to the coronavirus in March. The couple had been married for more than 40 years.

“It’s going to be different, my first Thanksgiving without him,” Dench said in an interview. “My husband was always right behind me, telling me how proud he was of Jamal and me for what we’ve done.”

DR. NICOLE SAPHIER: CORONAVIRUS AND THANKSGIVING – HERE’S MEDICAL ADVICE FOR SAFE HOLIDAYS

In 2016, Dench texted a reminder to her real grandson for Thanksgiving dinner at her house at 3 p.m. But since he had changed his phone number the text went to Hinton instead. Despite the mistake, the ever hospitable Dench asked the then-17-year-old Hinton to join the family anyway.

“You not my grandma,” Hinton texted her back at the time. “Can I still get a plate though?”

“Of course you can,” Dench replied. “That’s what grandma’s do … feed every one.”

PAUL BATURA: WHAT’S THERE TO BE THANKFUL FOR ON THIS CORONAVIRUS THANKSGIVING?

The feel-good story went viral and the two families have met for cranberry sauce and stuffing each year since.

“After meeting her the first time I just knew, she’s another person, age is really just a number,” Hinton, now 21, has said of Dench, according to The New York Times. “It doesn’t matter, you can be friends with anybody, you can be family with anybody.”

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

Due to the risks of the pandemic, the two decided to celebrate the holiday a week early this year. They also had a smaller celebration than usual but made sure to leave a photo of Lonnie on the table to keep their “family” whole.

Lifestyle

Footer

Public File Info