Media offices destroyed by Israeli airstrike in Gaza
The Associated Press, Al Jazeera, and media advocacy groups are demanding answers after an Israeli airstrike destroyed a building with offices…
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Critical infrastructure really is critical. The US must act now
What do businesses need to operate? Electricity, water and gasoline are near the top of the list, and recent infrastructure failings suggest the…
Continue ReadingCNN viewers panic after Don Lemon’s announcement about his show
It’s true: “CNN Tonight with Don Lemon” is ending after a seven year run. But he’s not going far — the show is just…
Continue ReadingCoca-Cola just axed another soda
Coke Energy, we hardly knew you. The Coke-energy-drink hybrid is being discontinued in North America, just over a year after it launched. Coke Energy…
Continue ReadingStarbucks, Publix and other places loosen mask restrictions for fully vaccinated
Starbucks, Publix and Walt Disney World are the latest companies to change their masking policies Saturday following new guidance from the Centers…
Continue ReadingBBC journalist quits as investigation into his landmark Princess Diana interview wraps up
The BBC journalist who conducted a bombshell 1995 interview with Princess Diana has resigned for health reasons, shortly before a report is to be…
Continue ReadingHere’s what’s getting more expensive
Used cars, homes, lumber, gas and chicken: What do they all have in common? They’re all getting more expensive. The stimulus-fueled economy is…
Continue ReadingDisney World changes mask requirements for guests
In a major moment for Disney parks, and the theme park industry overall, Walt Disney World changed its mask rules for guests following new guidance…
Continue ReadingTop Japanese CEO says hosting the Olympics amounts to a ‘suicide mission’
The CEO of Japan’s top e-commerce company said Friday that it would be a “suicide mission” for the country to host the Olympic…
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‘The Grove’ at NW Crossing to feature variety of food, marketplace
‘The Grove,’ set to open May 28th at NorthWest Crossing, will feature a variety of food and retail tenants, as well as office space and condominiums…
Continue ReadingNew CDC mask guidance could be a big boost for Disney parks
Disney’s parks division, one of the company’s foundations since the opening of Disneyland in 1955, is trying to rebound after a…
Continue ReadingWalmart, Trader Joe’s and Costco say vaccinated customers don’t have to wear masks in stores
Shoppers who are vaccinated against Covid-19 can shop without masks in some Walmart, Sam’s Club and Costco locations as well as at Trader…
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Oregon officials ask businesses to check COVID-19 vaccine status
Oregon’s state health officer said Friday businesses will be asked to either enforce mask policies or check whether customers have been vaccinated…
Continue ReadingHow two brothers went from nearly jobless to multi-millionaires with a bizarre crypto bet
On the morning of April 17, two brothers in Westchester, New York, woke up to learn that they had become millionaires overnight, thanks to an…
Continue ReadingTrader Joe’s says fully vaccinated customers don’t have to wear masks in stores
Trader Joe’s customers don’t have to wear a mask while shopping, the grocery chain said Friday. The news follows new guidance that allows…
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‘The Grove,’ new NW Crossing mixed-use development, opens May 28 with mix of familiar, new eateries
“Values-driven” real estate developer project^ announced Thursday that Phase 1 of The Grove, a mixed-use commercial development at Bend’s vibrant…
Continue ReadingUS retail sales come down from their stimulus-fueled high
US retail sales came back down to Earth in April after stimulus checks sent Americans on a shopping spree in March. Month-over-month, retail sales…
Continue ReadingTarget will temporarily stop selling Pokémon and sports trading cards in stores due to safety concerns
Target has announced that it will temporarily stop selling trading cards — of both the sports and Pokémon variety — in stores following…
Continue ReadingDelta will require vaccines for new employees
Delta Air Lines is requiring new employees to get the Covid-19 vaccine, making it one of the largest US companies to issue a mandate. “Any…
Continue ReadingWhat Disney, Airbnb and DoorDash results reveal about the post-pandemic economy
Companies are gearing up for an era in which Covid-19 isn’t the primary driver of how people spend their money. The big question: As the…
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