For those times when a series of comical misadventures keep you from visiting White Castle in person, here's the next "best" thing: A scented candle that "infuses the home with the steam-grilled aroma of America’s first fast-food hamburger." This limited-edition item went on sale Monday at $10 a pop, with the net proceeds going to benefit Autism Speaks. It is already sold out, but White Castle's website notes that it's only sold out "for now." Is that a threat or a promise? Early reviews are not specifically too good: more ›

The Fire Department says Tuesday night's two-alarm fire that left a man and a 6-year-old child dead and others injured was caused by someone using rubbing alcohol near a candle--the candle ignited the alcohol's fumes. Here are the FDNY's fire safety tips, which also include some tips for the summer. more ›