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BBB says puppy scams are skyrocketing
The group has warned about the scam before, but they say they're still seeing scammers at work. → Read More
Americans would receive $2,000 a month under House Democrats’ plan
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Two House Democrats say Americans should get more money during the coronavirus pandemic. Legislation filed this week by Rep. Tim Ryan, D-Ohio and Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif. would give $2,000 a month to Americans over the age of 16 who make less than $130,000 a year until the economy recovers. The […] → Read More
Albright-Knox Art Gallery will host virtual Family Funday on Sunday
(WIVB) – The Albright-Knox Art Gallery is hosting their first virtual Family Funday this Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m. The event is free, and the gallery’s Education and Community Engagement team will lead participants in fun activities. The schedule is as follows: Storytime & Artmaking, 1–1:45 pmYoga for Kids & Families, 1:45–2:15 pm Drop-In Art […] → Read More
Survey: Millennials drive Valentine’s Day spending
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, a new survey finds that most coupled Americans plan to spend about $150 dollars to celebrate their love–unless they’re millennials. That age group — between the ages of 24 and 39 — is planning to spend $208 dollars on food, entertainment, and gifts. This is according to a […] → Read More
‘Family Feud’ contestant gets $10,000 worth of Popeyes chicken after hilariously wrong answer
(CNN) – A “Family Feud Canada” contestant got a little ahead of herself when answering the final question to win the game. Eve Dubois went viral after she missed out on $10,000 with the hilarious wrong answer. The question was: “Name Popeye’s favorite food.” Her answer? “Chhhiiicckkkeennnn.” WRONG! Popeyes makes chicken, but Popeye the character […] → Read More
Court rules it’s not deceptive for soda makers to use the word ‘diet’ to describe reduced calorie drinks
There’s nothing deceptive or dishonest about soda makers using the word “diet” to describe the reduced calorie alternatives to their traditional sugary soft drinks, a federal appellate court has ruled. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals’ three judge panel has upheld a lower court’s dismissal of a California woman’s lawsuit against Dr Pepper/Seven Up Inc. […] → Read More
Chick-fil-A giving away free chicken nuggets all month long
Who’s hungry? Chick-fil-A is offering customers free chicken nuggets through the rest of January. Anyone “who creates or signs into their Chick-fil-A account” in the Chick-fil-A app now until Jan. 31 will be given a free order of 8 nuggets. You can redeem the offer in the restaurant, in the drive-thru or by placing a mobile order […] → Read More
Muggles, a Harry Potter flagship store is coming to NYC
NEW YORK (CNN Newsource) — Calling all muggles and wizards, the largest Harry Potter store in the world is heading to New York City. A massive, three-story Wizarding World of Harry Potter store will open this summer in the heart of Manhattan. Warner Brothers says the store will include brand-new products that have never been […] → Read More
Thinking too much could cause you to die sooner: study
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – Relax and take it easy – it’s good for you! Researchers at Harvard Medical School analyzed post-death brain tissue and compared that with the tissue of centenarians (people at least age 100) to those who died in their 60s and 70s. The study found that those who died at younger ages had lower […] → Read More
26-pound cat up for adoption finds ‘fur-ever’ home
The 26-pound cat that stole the hearts of social media users around the world is just days away from finding his forever home. → Read More
Nike launching sneaker subscription service for kids
(WIVB)–Nike is launching a sneaker subscription service for kids. The company announced the debut of Nike Adventure Club last week, giving parents three options to buy shoes for their kids. The Nike Adventure Club is targeting parents in rural areas and suburbs where they might not have time to travel to a store. → Read More
Students’ cell phones are being locked up at this Bay Area high school
SAN MATEO (KRON) – San Mateo High School is now a cell phone-free learning environment for students. In a statement, the school said students will keep cell phones in pouches during the day and will be able to access their phones once class has ended. Students who don’t have cell phones must have signed a letter on […] → Read More
8-year-old girl makes bracelets for police officers
PHILADELPHIA (CNN NEWSOURCE) – Eight-year-old Kaylee Byers had a special delivery for the 18th district. “I came by and wanted to drop off some bracelets for you guys,” Kaylee said. Since last summer, Kaylee has been giving away handmade black-and-blue bracelets. It’s a small token to thank police officers for risking their lives. “Why are […] → Read More
Music festival faces backlash after charging white people $20 and black people $10
(WFLA) – A Detroit music festival is walking back on its decision to charge white people more for tickets after some serious backlash. CNN reports the AfroFuture Fest was selling early-bird tickets for $10 for people of color on its Eventbrite page. Tickets were $20 for “NONPOC” or white people. Detroit rapper Tiny Jag said she […] → Read More
Flamin’ Hot White Cheddar Popcorn now exists
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – Lovers of popcorn and lovers of all things hot – this may be something you want to sink your teeth into! Smartfood is now selling Flamin’ Hot White Cheddar Flavored Popcorn at retailers nationwide starting today. The special hot popcorn was previously an exclusive for Walmart and Sam’s Club members. According […] → Read More
MAP: Apparently America favors Raptors over Warriors to win NBA Finals
Well there you go, America, where apparently it's land of the free, home of the Toronto Raptors! → Read More
Party City closing 45 stores
Party City on Thursday announced it is closing 45 stores nationwide. → Read More
Sleep in your contacts? Here's why you shouldn't, eye doctor warns
SHELBY, N.C. (KRON) -- Do you ever sleep in your contact lenses? → Read More
Guy Fieri offers to cook 'inspiration dinner' for Kevin Durant
OAKLAND (KRON) - Kevin Durant's future with the Golden State Warriors is up in the air, but leave it to no other than celebrity chef and Bay Area do-gooder Guy Fieri to step up to the plate and take matters into his own hands. → Read More
Work stress, overtime contribute to 2.8M workers' deaths per year, report says
Your job may literally be killing you. → Read More