Starbucks workers at Buffalo store form 1st U.S. union
Starbucks workers at a store in Buffalo, New York, voted to unionize on Thursday, a first for the 50-year-old coffee retailer in the U.S. and the latest sign that the labor movement is stirring after decades of decline.
Starbucks workers at a store in Buffalo, New York, voted to unionize on Thursday, a first for the 50-year-old coffee retailer in the U.S. and the latest sign that the labor movement is stirring after decades of decline.
Pantone announces ‘Very Peri’ as its 2022 color of the year
Pantone said its 2022 color of the year is “Very Peri,” a periwinkle blue hue with violet-red undertones that aims to evoke “an empowering mix of newness.”
Pantone said its 2022 color of the year is “Very Peri,” a periwinkle blue hue with violet-red undertones that aims to evoke “an empowering mix of newness.”
Video: Chevy Chase serves customers at Raising Cane’s restaurant
The legendary comedian was in Charleston, South Carolina for a special screening of “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.”
The legendary comedian was in Charleston, South Carolina for a special screening of “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.”
A replica of the iconic Grinch cave could be yours for the night
The story of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” has been brought to life for a limited time, giving holiday revelers the chance to experience the Grinch and his dog Max’s home.
The story of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” has been brought to life for a limited time, giving holiday revelers the chance to experience the Grinch and his dog Max’s home.
Double amputee sails around the world amid pandemic, poverty and pirates
Dustin Reynolds, 43, took nearly eight years to circumnavigate the globe after a drunk driving crash left him without an arm, a leg and a home.
Dustin Reynolds, 43, took nearly eight years to circumnavigate the globe after a drunk driving crash left him without an arm, a leg and a home.
California’s governor writes children’s book about dyslexia
Gov. Gavin Newsom had dyslexia for most of his life, but it came into sharper focus for him recently after watching some of his own children fall behind in reading.
Gov. Gavin Newsom had dyslexia for most of his life, but it came into sharper focus for him recently after watching some of his own children fall behind in reading.
World’s largest pot brownie unveiled ahead of National Brownie Day
The brownie is made with flour, butter, eggs, sugar and 20,000 mg of THC.
The brownie is made with flour, butter, eggs, sugar and 20,000 mg of THC.
Angels Landing: Zion National Park’s iconic hike to require permit in 2022
Angels Landing in Zion National Park will require a permit to visit as of April 1, 2022, park officials said.
Angels Landing in Zion National Park will require a permit to visit as of April 1, 2022, park officials said.
Jumbo Deal: Jack in the Box to buy Del Taco for $575M
An extra-large combo between two California fast-food giants is in the works with Jack in the Box looking to buy Del Taco.
An extra-large combo between two California fast-food giants is in the works with Jack in the Box looking to buy Del Taco.
Omicron variant brings new restrictions for air travelers to the US
The U.S. State Department has issued new travel requirements for any air travelers coming to the country. Now anyone two or older will have to show proof of a negative COVID test within one day of their flight.
The U.S. State Department has issued new travel requirements for any air travelers coming to the country. Now anyone two or older will have to show proof of a negative COVID test within one day of their flight.
Cruise ship with COVID-19 outbreak docks in New Orleans
Norwegian Cruise Line issued a statement that confirmed a “handful of COVID-19 cases among guests and crew.” The company said all of the identified cases involved people without symptoms of the illness.
Norwegian Cruise Line issued a statement that confirmed a “handful of COVID-19 cases among guests and crew.” The company said all of the identified cases involved people without symptoms of the illness.
Man wins $1M from lottery ticket he was gifted after open heart surgery
And if that wasn’t lucky, the man said he also won $1,000 several years ago on a ticket he received from the same friend as a birthday gift.
And if that wasn’t lucky, the man said he also won $1,000 several years ago on a ticket he received from the same friend as a birthday gift.
Man who stuffed razor blades in pizza dough gets nearly 5 years in prison
The man who pleaded guilty to putting razor blades and screws in pizza dough at supermarkets last year has been sentenced to four years and nine months in prison.
The man who pleaded guilty to putting razor blades and screws in pizza dough at supermarkets last year has been sentenced to four years and nine months in prison.
Rapid COVID testing site opens at LAX for international travelers
One day after confirming the county's first case of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, a rapid-testing site will open at Los Angeles International Airport Friday that will offer free -- but voluntary -- COVID tests for arriving international passengers.
One day after confirming the county's first case of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, a rapid-testing site will open at Los Angeles International Airport Friday that will offer free -- but voluntary -- COVID tests for arriving international passengers.
Burger King offering 37-cent Whoppers to celebrate iconic burger's 64th birthday
On Dec. 3 and Dec. 4, Burger King is dropping the price of its iconic burger to 37 cents. It's a price not seen since the 1950s.
On Dec. 3 and Dec. 4, Burger King is dropping the price of its iconic burger to 37 cents. It's a price not seen since the 1950s.
You can stay in the ‘Home Alone’ house this holiday season
A lucky "Home Alone" fan will get the chance to spend the night in the iconic Chicago-area house, which includes all the '90s junk food their heart desires.
A lucky "Home Alone" fan will get the chance to spend the night in the iconic Chicago-area house, which includes all the '90s junk food their heart desires.
Omicron variant: Airlines must ID passengers who traveled through southern Africa, CDC says
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has ordered all airlines to turn over the names of passengers who have traveled to southern African countries now under travel restrictions.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has ordered all airlines to turn over the names of passengers who have traveled to southern African countries now under travel restrictions.
Owlet stops selling baby monitoring smart sock after FDA warning letter
Owlet said the FDA did not identify any safety concerns about the Smart Sock and it will continue to support current customers.
Owlet said the FDA did not identify any safety concerns about the Smart Sock and it will continue to support current customers.
Avenue of the Sphinxes: Egypt unveils renovated ancient promenade
After spending the last 50 years excavating the Avenue of the Sphinxes, Egypt put it on display Thursday in a made-for-tv event few cultures could rival.
After spending the last 50 years excavating the Avenue of the Sphinxes, Egypt put it on display Thursday in a made-for-tv event few cultures could rival.
Will travel bans stop 'highly transmissible' omicron variant?
A coronavirus variant recently identified in South Africa is leading to a new round of travel restrictions just as many had finally begun to ease.
A coronavirus variant recently identified in South Africa is leading to a new round of travel restrictions just as many had finally begun to ease.