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Buffalo community rallies to support access to fresh food in wake of supermarket shooting
Scott Olson/Getty Images (BUFFALO, N.Y.) — In the wake of a mass shooting at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, organizations are rallying to support the local community and ensure residents have access to affordable [Read More…]
Memorial Day Weekend 2022: Shop sales on fashion, beauty and home starting now
discan/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — It’s almost hard to believe that we’re approaching the summer of 2022 — but we’re here for it. To kick off the summer, many brands are offering major deals and [Read More…]
FDA commissioner says agency looking to boost baby formula supply
JIM WATSON/AFP via Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf said the Food and Drug Administration is finalizing a plan to import more baby formula to the U.S. amid a nationwide baby formula [Read More…]
McDonald’s exiting Russia after more than three decades
ermingut/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — After more than 30 years in the country, McDonald’s announced on Monday it is pulling its golden arches from Russia. The fast food chain said it is exiting the Russian [Read More…]
Elon Musk says he paused Twitter deal over fake user accounts: Why they matter
Patrick Pleul/picture alliance via Getty Images (NEW YORK) — Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s $44 billion bid to purchase Twitter struck an unexpected roadblock early Friday morning when he tweeted that he had put the deal “temporarily [Read More…]
House Oversight opens investigation into baby formula shortage: Exclusive
Paul Hennessy/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — The House Oversight Committee is launching an investigation into the nationwide shortage of baby formula, and demanding records and information from four of the largest manufacturers. “The [Read More…]
Senate bill would create federal watchdog for Big Tech
Rod Lamkey-Pool/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — Sen. Michael Bennet on Thursday introduced a bill that would create a federal watchdog for the oversight of Big Tech companies, empowering the new agency to address controversial issues like algorithm [Read More…]
WHO accuses tobacco industry of ‘greenwashing’ in new report
Bloomberg Creative Photos/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — Companies like British American Tobacco and Philip Morris International don’t typically come to mind as environmental stewards. But a new report from the World Health Organization and STOP, [Read More…]
Baby formula maker Abbott says it plans to restart production amid shortages following recall
AlasdairJames/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — Following an internal investigation, Abbott Nutrition said it will resume production of Similac, Alimentum and EleCare baby formulas once the Food and Drug Administration gives the company the green light. [Read More…]
Consumer Price Index up 8.3% in April
Tetra Images/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — Inflation eased slightly last month, according to the latest figures released Wednesday by the Labor Department. The Consumer Price Index rose 8.3% in April compared to the same time period [Read More…]
New Old Bay-seasoned Goldfish will roll out later this month
Pepperidge Farm (NEW YORK) — For snack purists, original Goldfish may be the perfect poppable bite, but for those in search of something bolder than cheddar or parmesan, there’s a new line that adds a [Read More…]
Magnolia Bakery transforms iconic banana pudding into a new dessert
Magnolia Bakery (NEW YORK) — Even if you’re not from Manhattan, chances are you’ve heard of, dreamt of or perhaps planned a visit to taste a scoop of Magnolia Bakery’s luscious, creamy, sweet banana pudding. [Read More…]
Mobile markets, co-op food sites on the rise as inflation and grocery prices soar
Harrison Eastwood/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — As Americans continue to experience sticker shock at the grocery store, some organizations are offering new solutions to help ease the burden. At-home prices for food will increase between [Read More…]
Spanx debuts ‘no see-through’ white pants and shorts with Ashley Graham
SPANX (NEW YORK) — See-through white pants are a thing of the past, according to Spanx. The brand just launched its On the Go Collection, which features Silver Lining Technology that the company says it [Read More…]
What parents should know as formula shortage worsens nationwide
Paul Hennessy/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images (NEW YORK) — The nationwide formula shortage is causing stress for many families, with some beginning to lean on the online community, from Instagram to eBay, to find supply. [Read More…]
Movie theaters may begin to raise ticket prices
Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — Marvel’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness kicked off the summer blockbuster season this weekend, raking in an estimated $185 million in its domestic debut. And with more [Read More…]
Check out the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction at Walt Disney World
Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/Tribune News Service via Getty Images (ORLANDO, Fla.) — A new roller coaster has been unveiled at Walt Disney World — Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. The family-thrill attraction matches the “grandiosity” [Read More…]
3-row SUV market heats up as consumer demand soars: ‘There is no substitute’
Morgan Korn/ABC News (NEW YORK) — When the Volkswagen ID. Buzz goes on sale in the U.S., consumers may be seduced by the microbus’ nostalgic design and electric powertrain. They may also become enamored with [Read More…]
Vegadelphia files lawsuit against Dunkin’, Beyond Meat for trademark violation on plant-based breakfast sandwich
Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images (PHILADELPHIA) — A Philadelphia-based vegan food company is accusing Dunkin’ and Beyond Meat of stealing its slogan. The donut chain and the plant-based meat giant partnered a few years ago to create a [Read More…]
Unemployment rate holds steady at 3.6% as 428,000 jobs added in April
Douglas Sacha/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — U.S. employers added 428,000 jobs to their payrolls in April, the latest figures released Friday by the Labor Department show. The increase marks the 12th straight month of job growth [Read More…]