Carnival cruise ship passenger airlifted by Coast Guard 180 miles from Cape Cod, Massachusetts
The Coast Guard airlifted a woman to safety from the Carnival Legend cruise ship on Labor Day after she began suffering health problems.
Ground stops at major Chicago airports lifted after storms pass
Ground stops at major Chicago airports were initiated Wednesday due to thunderstorms in the region, according to the the Federal Aviation Administration.
Coast Guard rescues sick Carnival Cruise passenger
The Coast Guard airlifted a passenger aboard the Carnival Legend around 180 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Monday, Sept. 4, 2023. (Credit: U.S. Coast Guard District 1)
Pumpkin spice latte lovers can visit this spa offering PSL hot tubs and pumpkin pie facials
A spa service agency is offering a pumpkin spice latte-themed day with pumpkin pie facials, a PSL hot tub and more with health-boosting ingredients.
Airbnb and Vrbo hosts under new restrictions as short-term rental rules kick off in NYC
The enforcement by the New York City Mayor's Office of Special Enforcement kicked off Tuesday for Local Law 18. It makes registration of short-term rentals in the Big Apple mandatory.
DiGiorno releases new 'contentious' Pineapple Pickle Pizza: 'We love to push culinary boundaries'
DiGiorno released its new Pineapple Pickle Pizza, offering fans the chance to get free pies on its website in the month of September. The toppings are split down the middle.
Qantas CEO steps down early as carrier looks to fix reputation
Qantas Group CEO Alan Joyce stepped down earlier than expected as the airline tries to repair its reputation. Joyce said the best thing he could do is to accelerate his retirement.
Venice, international travel hotspot, to charge daily tourists a fee next year
The tourist hotspot of Venice, Italy is preparing to charge day-trippers with a $5.50 fee next year after its city council gave the plan a green light.
Ernest Hemingway letter detailing injuries he sustained in 2 plane crashes sells for $237K
Nate D. Sanders Auctions announced it has sold a four-page letter from Ernest Hemingway that details the injuries and money troubles the author dealt with after surviving two plane crashes.
Dog food recalled after sample tests positive for salmonella
Hundreds of packages of dog food shipped to various retailers are being recalled after a sample of the food tested positive for salmonella, which can pose risks to animals and humans.
United Airlines lifts nationwide ground stop after equipment outage
United Airlines temporarily grounded all flights Wednesday after an equipment failure, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
University of Michigan asking students who test positive for COVID-19 to leave dorms, isolate at hotels
The University of Michigan is asking students to "make an isolation" plan should they test positive for COVID-19 and be required to isolate off campus.
Narcan nasal spray is available for over-the-counter purchase in US: ‘Lifesaving drug’
Narcan (naloxone) is now available for purchase over the counter (OTC), without a prescription, in all U.S. states, Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico. Here are details.
Back-to-school shopping expenses to reach record high: survey
Back-to-school spending in 2023 could reach a record high of more than $40 billion, largely due to demand in electronics, a survey reported. At the same time, Americans continue dealing with high inflation.
Company looking to pay someone to watch ‘The Great British Bake Off’ and eat dessert
A company in the United Kingdom is looking to hire a "Great British Bake Off" and baked goods tester to watch the upcoming season while trying out the treats.
Air Canada passengers kicked off flight for refusing to sit on vomit-covered seats
An Air Canada passenger wrote that two of her fellow travelers were escorted off a plane because they refused to sit in vomit-covered seats that were not properly cleaned.
Labor Day by the numbers: Facts and stats about the holiday
Labor Day is celebrated on the first Monday of September. Here are a few facts and statistics that are worth knowing about the American workforce and the upcoming holiday.
Biden doesn’t think autoworkers will strike, as deadline looms
President Biden said on Labor Day he does not think auto workers will go on strike if a new contract agreement is not reached by a looming deadline.
'Employee whisperer' warns of major issue 'killing' companies right now
Wage compression is "destroying" companies right now according to labor relations expert Jason Greer, who says the problem is driving up turnover and unionization efforts.
Conagra Brands recalls over 245K pounds of Banquet frozen chicken strips meals after plastic contamination
More than 245,000 pounds of Banquet frozen chicken strips meals have been recalled by Conagra Brands, Inc. following concerns of plastic contamination after an oral injury was reported.



















