'COVID bandit' strikes again: Customer gives $200 to each worker at Colorado diner
A person using the alias “COVID bandit” handed all 34 employees $200, spending a total of $6,400.
Coca-Cola staff told in online training seminar ‘try to be less white'
Coca-Cola raised some eyebrows this week for promoting an online training seminar that urged employees to “try to be less white” in order to combat racial discrimination.
World's first Peppa Pig theme park to open at LEGOLAND Florida
Rides and attractions details for the new park will be announced this summer.
Study suggests money can buy happiness — perhaps more than previously thought
The Wharton School study found there was no dollar value at which money stopped mattering to a person’s well-being, contrary to influential research that found happiness plateaued around $75,000 a year.
AAA: Gas prices to spike nationwide as country thaws from crippling winter weather
AAA says drivers will temporarily see higher gas prices as much of the country thaws out from last week’s brutal winter weather.
Zoom fatigue is real, Stanford study concludes
Zoom fatigue is real. Spending so much time online, even if you're talking to friends through video, can make you tired, irritated and emotionally drained.
Pennsylvania looks to boost electric car sales
Gov. Tom Wolf’s administration has begun drafting a regulation that would require automakers to offer electric cars for sale in Pennsylvania as a way to cut emissions of greenhouse gases and pollutants that cause lung problems, it said Friday.
Jameson Whiskey paying fans $50 to take off work on St. Patrick's Day
In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, Jameson is encouraging people to take "SPTO" (St. Patrick's time off) to kick back and celebrate on March 17, 2021.
Ford asks dealers to loan new F-150s to Texans to power homes amid historic cold
After a Texas resident posted a photo of his F-150 helping him charge appliances and keeping his home warm, Ford asked dealers in the state to loan out the trucks to others struggling to stay warm.
Nestle debuting first vegan KitKat bar this year
KitKat V, Nestle's new plant-based alternative, is certified vegan and made from 100% sustainable cocoa.
Los Angeles drops in 'best cities' ranking due to high housing costs, low job growth
Based on high housing costs and a decline in job growth, California cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Jose have proven less resilient during the pandemic, according to a ranking of economic vitality by the Santa Monica-based Milken Institute released Wednesday.
Krispy Kreme to offer 'Mars Doughnut' in honor of Perseverance Rover landing
The "Mars Doughnut" will be available for one day only on Feb. 18, at participating Krispy Kreme locations.
No power? Here’s how to deal with frozen pipes
Should you let the faucet drip? Can you flush a frozen toilet? Here are some answers from the experts to your questions about frozen pipes.
Texas utility company urges customers to change providers to avoid astronomical power bill amid winter storm
Due to Texas’ deregulated utility market, electricity prices subjected to real-time swings have skyrocketed to as much as $9,000 per megawatt-hour, causing some companies to urge their customers to change service providers.
After COVID-19 vaccination, is it safe to visit with friends and loved ones?
While the current COVID-19 vaccines may prevent someone from getting severely sick, it remains unclear whether they could still carry and transmit the virus to others. Here’s what you need to know.
Pa. officials announce turnpike restrictions due to winter weather
Vehicle restrictions will be implemented for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Monday evening, officials announced.
Ahead of potential new ice storm, people in Burlington County make preparations
In treacherous winter weather conditions, officials always provide the travel advice – stay home. People were out ahead of the ice, buying the last of the salt, in anticipation of yet another storm.
Maryland lawmakers propose to rename Indian Head Highway after President Barack Obama
A proposal to rename a Maryland highway after President Barack Obama has been launched by two state lawmakers.
Buffets back open in Ohio despite pandemic safety concerns
The buffet is back open at restaurants and bars throughout Ohio, but with cautionary self-service measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
Valentine's Day deals to savor at restaurants, fast food chains
Restaurants and fast-food chains across the country are catering to food lovers this Valentine’s Day with sweet deals bound to attract appetites everywhere.