Self-checkout machines now ask for tips in latest squeeze on customers
Some companies are benefiting from introducing a new tipping option at self-checkout machines, leaving customers surprised and feeling obligated to leave a tip.
Credit crunch targeting manufacturing as interest rates soar
Higher interest rates have forced a credit crunch as banks slow lending, creating a backlash in capital and resource-starved business sectors like manufacturing.
Yellen: 'A growing China that plays by international rules' is 'good for the US'
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Friday economic growth in China will benefit the U.S., provided the country "plays by international rules."
Adidas reveals plan for Yeezy shoe line
Adidas CEO Bjorn Gulden revealed how the company's plans to handle some Yeezy products it has been sitting on since October involve selling them and donating the funds.
Mother's Day by the numbers: Historical facts, stats and celebrations
Each year, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May. Here are numbers associated with the annual holiday celebrated across the United States.
Restaurants across America turning to robot servers in response to food industry's worker shortage
More restaurants are turning to robot servers to combat the national shortage of food industry workers – a lasting effect of the coronavirus pandemic's impact on the service industry.
AI and machine learning may speed drug development, manufacturing: FDA
The FDA published two discussion papers this week about areas artificial intelligence and machine learning may improve drug development and manufacturing processes.
Binance.US says no deal to Voyager Digital
The cryptocurrency exchange Binance.US has canceled a deal to purchase the bankrupt crypto exchange Voyager Digital for $1.3 billion.
Boston hospital to use $100 million gift for immunology, inflammation research
A biotech entrepreneur has gifted $100 million to Boston’s Brigham and Women's Hospital which will use the donation to establish a new institute to study immunology and inflammation.
Kim Zolciak, Kroy Biermann owe IRS more than $1 million in unpaid taxes amid contentious divorce
Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann have an unpaid balance with the Department of Treasury totaling $1.1 million. He filed for divorce last week after 11 years of marriage.
Spotify removes AI-generated songs from platform
Spotify said it removed AI-generated songs created by Boomy from its platform as it works to "stamp out" artificial streaming and protect royalty payouts for artists.
GOP senator signals 'huge body of evidence' against Biden family shows how 'clear the corruption' is
Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., says the House Oversight Committee's new banking evidence reveals how then-Vice President Joe Biden "cryptically" operated and transferred foreign monies.
FDA debates health risks of birth control without prescription
The FDA may approve birth control pills over-the-counter by the summer, but expressed hesitation due to concerns over women misreading labels on the drug's health concerns.
Blackhawks sell $2.5 million worth of season tickets after winning No. 1 pick in NHL Draft
The Chicago Blackhawks got lucky on Monday night when they won the first overall pick of the 2023 NHL Draft. Now, fans are lining up to see Connor Bedard.
Mike Myers' $20 million New York City penthouse hits the market
"Austin Powers" star Mike Myers has listed his New York City penthouse apartment for $20 million. The 59-year-old reportedly purchased the home for $15.35 million in 2017.
John Fogerty says his CCR songs are ‘home where they belong’ following 50-year battle over rights
Creedence Clearwater Revival founding member John Fogerty is heading out on his first tour since buying his song catalog back earlier this year.
Generation Z rages as New Jersey mall cracks down on rowdy teens: 'So f---ed up'
Gen Z'ers are ripping a new policy at Westfield Garden State Plaza mall in Paramus, New Jersey, which requires adults to accompany minors after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Sneaker thieves steal $13K worth of right-foot sneakers: report
Three people in Peru reportedly broke into a shoe store in Huancayo and stole over 200 name-brand sneakers – only taking the right-foot shoes. Police are investigating the crime.
DeSantis signs Florida bill giving tourism board power over Disney World
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill giving Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board extensive authority over the Disney World park.
Jury rules Ed Sheeran not liable in copyright infringement case over Marvin Gaye song
A jury decided Thursday that singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran did not copy the Marvin Gaye song "Let's Get It On" in his 2014 hit "Thinking Out Loud."



















