REAL ID Deadline Spurs Creative Solutions, 'Oatzempic' Diet Faces Hype, and More Lifestyle News

With the REAL ID deadline of May 7 fast approaching, states are pulling out all the stops to make sure people can get their hands on the required identification for domestic flights. We're talking extended DMV hours, mobile pop-up services—basically, they're trying everything short of skywriting to remind us we can't just show up at the airport with that faded high school ID.

On a more personal note, a Wisconsin woman took life by the wheel after her father's sudden death. She sold her house and hit the road in a truck, traveling across Mexico, El Salvador, and Peru with her canine sidekick. Sometimes, the open road is the best therapy—though probably not for those of us with a fear of questionable roadside bathrooms.

The latest TikTok craze, "Oatzempic," is making the rounds. It's a mix of oats, lime juice, and water, and some are swearing it helps with weight loss. Experts, however, are weighing in with both pros and cons—so if you thought your breakfast could finally double as a miracle diet, you might want to wait for the science to catch up before canceling your gym membership.

And for those gearing up for the Kentucky Derby, there are all sorts of party essentials to help you celebrate like you actually scored a ticket to Churchill Downs. Hats, games, and enough decor to turn your living room into a racetrack—just don't blame us when someone tries to race the dog.