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New Oreo Sour Patch Kids Cookies Unveiled
Oreo is back with another unique twist on its classic cookie. This time, the brand has teamed up with Sour Patch Kids to create a limited-edition flavor that’s sure to…
Biden’s New Airline Rules Focus on Transparency
The Biden administration has introduced new rules affecting commercial airlines in the U.S., targeting transparency around extra fees and ensuring automatic cash refunds in specific situations. These changes are part…
Oracle Moves Headquarters to Nashville to Focus on Healthcare
Oracle has decided to relocate its world headquarters to Nashville, Tennessee. The primary motivation behind this move is to position the company closer to one of the major healthcare centers…
Dom’s and Foxtrot Grocery Stores Close After Merger
Dom’s Kitchen & Market and Foxtrot Market, two grocery chains based in Chicago, have announced the closure of all their stores. This decision comes six months after the companies merged.
US Federal Trade Commission Bans Most Noncompete Agreements
The FTC has voted to ban almost all noncompete agreements across the country. These agreements often stop employees from working for competing businesses or starting their own ventures.
Tesla Accelerates the Launch of More Budget-Friendly EVs
As a result of the rapid revenue decline in the first quarter of this year, Tesla is channeling its efforts to launch more affordable EVs sooner than expected.
Congress Passed a Potential TikTok Ban, Influencers Are Worried About Their Careers
After Congress passed a potential TikTok ban, TikTokers expressed growing worry over the “devastating” impact it would have on their careers.
Merger Forces Kroger and Albertsons To Sell More Stores
Kroger and Albertsons are selling more of their stores to address concerns about their merger.
JD Sports Bids for Hibbett in $1.08 Billion Deal
JD Sports Fashion plans to buy Hibbett Inc. for around $1.08 billion. The move aims to help the UK’s largest sportswear retailer grow in the southeastern United States.
Disney Technology Executive Leaves Company for Personal Reasons
Aaron LaBerge will stay on at Disney until June 2024.
Amazon Ends Drone Delivery in California, Here’s Where It’s Going Next
This new location will allow for quicker, same-day delivery.
2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid: A Closer Look
Toyota has unveiled the 2024 Tacoma Hybrid, and it’s making waves in the midsize pickup segment.
High-Speed Rail Linking Las Vegas to Southern California Is Underway
Ground has been broken for a new high-speed rail line connecting Las Vegas to Southern California.
Cooking Oil Recall Issued Due to Packaging Issue
The FDA has issued a nationwide recall of Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil, affecting more than 2,000 cases of cooking oil. The recall was initiated due to a packaging issue involving…
Coach and Michael Kors Parent Companies’ Merger Challenged
The FTC is opposing the $8.5 billion merger between Tapestry and Capri, the parent companies behind brands like Coach, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, and Versace. This move is unusual for…
Tesla Slashes Prices in US, China, and Germany To Battle Rising Competition
Following significant price cuts in the U.S., Tesla has revealed that similar reductions will be applied in China and Germany as well.
Rivian Offers $5K ‘Electric Upgrade’ Discount to Customers With Select Gas-Powered Vehicles
Rivian is offering customers with gas-powered Ford and Toyota SUVs and trucks discounts of up to $5,000 on its EVs, along with a year of complimentary charging.
Fashion Retailer Express Files for US Bankruptcy Protection
The retailer is expected to close almost 100 stores nationwide.
Nationwide Health Alert for E. Coli in Greater Omaha Ground Beef
There is no recall for this product. It should be thrown away or returned to point of purchase.
Delta Air Lines Increases Pay as Unionization Attempts Continue
Delta Air Lines is upping the pay for its nonunion workers, including flight attendants and ground staff, as it faces another unionization attempt.
TikTok Faces EU Ban and Fines Over TikTok Lite
European Union officials are considering hefty fines and the suspension of TikTok Lite due to concerns about its addictive features. TikTok Lite is a scaled-down version of TikTok that offers…
JetBlue’s Ex-CEO Robin Hayes Takes the Helm at Airbus Americas
Robin Hayes, the former CEO of JetBlue, is set to lead Airbus Americas. He steps into the role vacated by Jeff Knittel, who recently retired. Hayes served as JetBlue’s CEO…
Oregon’s Market of Choice Embraces Sustainable Dry Farming
In a significant step toward sustainability, Oregon’s family-owned Market of Choice has teamed up with the Dry Farming Institute to boost dry farming practices in the region.
Earth Day Highlights Plastic Problem
Modern supermarkets are no strangers to plastic. From bagged bananas to single-use pouches of baby food, plastic has found its way into nearly every aisle. Judith Enck, a former EPA…
Buro Happold Details Sustainable Projects for Earth Day
As Earth Day arrives, the UK firm Buro Happold has shared the sustainable projects that it has been involved in, highlighting efforts to create a more sustainable world.
Microsoft’s Latest AI Animates Faces To Bring Photos to Life
Microsoft researchers revealed a new AI generator with the ability to transform a static face image and an audio recording of speech into a lifelike video of the person speaking.
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