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Grammys postpone Jan. 31 show, citing omicron variant risks
Organizers said Wednesday that "after careful consideration" the show will now be postponed citing coronavirus concerns. → Read More
Man goes to store for milk, wins $1M lottery prize
The father reportedly decided to buy a scratch off lottery ticket on a whim while in the store buying milk, just before Christmas. He's now much richer. → Read More
Former Nevada Senator Harry Reid dead at 82
Harry Reid, the former Senate majority leader and Nevada’s longest-serving member of Congress, has died at home in Henderson, Nevada. → Read More
Reports of another possible Amazon Web Services outage, unclear how widespread
Reports started to come in at around 8 a.m. Eastern on Wednesday according to some users on Twitter and on the website Downdetector who said websites were down. → Read More
More financial freedom: These tips will help your bank account in 2022
It might seem easier said than done, especially during a pandemic, but here are some helpful suggestions on how to possibly transform your financial life. → Read More
Biggest scams of 2021, and what to watch out for in 2022
In an increasingly interconnected world, the ways fraudsters trick unsuspecting people changes all the time. Here's what to beware of going into the new year. → Read More
Moderna says booster works against omicron, stock shares jump
The company suggested Monday that a booster, or a half dose of its vaccine, would increase antibody levels against omicron according to preliminary data. → Read More
Bob Dole dead at 98, according to his website
Condolences began pouring in on social media Sunday as the news broke of the former Senator's passing. → Read More
Thanksgiving with a twist: A diverse America, and the dishes we're grateful for
Many of the world's diasporas call the United States home, and once a year when we all give thanks together, we also bring our many culinary influences to the table. → Read More
TikTok class action settlement: How to file a claim
Users of the popular app could see money ahead as claimants can now file for a portion of the $92 million settlement, and one state is singled out for getting more. → Read More
Spotify, Snapchat and other apps coming back online after Google Cloud issues
Tuesday, Google Cloud Networking said issues reported were partly resolved but at one point could not give an estimated time on when services would be back up fully. → Read More
Which stores will be open, closed on Thanksgiving 2021?
Many retailers including Target, Walmart, Best Buy plan to be closed on Thanksgiving this years. Whole Foods and Kroger are among those planning to be open. → Read More
Daylight saving time: How states are trying to 'lock the clock' and end time changes
A state-by-state look at the efforts to 'lock the clock' and end or make daylight saving time permanent so there's no more falling back or springing forward. → Read More
American Airlines flight cancellations approach 300 Monday
The company blames staffing issues as part of why it has had to cancel hundreds of flights in recent days. → Read More
Lost hiker ignored rescuers' phone calls because it was an unknown number
Colorado rescue officials posted a seemingly frustrated plea to hikers to please answer phone calls if they're overdue and rescuers are trying to reach lost people. → Read More
'Rare and dangerous bacteria': Walmart recalls Better Homes and Gardens room spray
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission announces CDC investigation of multiple illnesses caused by the rare bacteria. → Read More
Watch: Nicole Kidman transforms into Lucille Ball in 'Being the Ricardos'
Kidman impressively nails the accent and expressions of the TV icon in Aaron Sorkin's biopic set for theatrical and streaming release. → Read More
Global outage reported for Facebook services, including Instagram
Multiple reports highlighted user frustration as Facebook's news feed reportedly became frozen, while WhatsApp users reported trouble loading in the app. → Read More
CDC offers more COVID advice, Fauci says 'too soon to tell' on safety of Christmas gatherings
In recent CDC guidance, the health agency recommends virtual gatherings again this year, and highlights the use of window fans for ventilation of indoor spaces. → Read More
Amazon joins Target in early holiday shopping deals promotion
The online retail giant put out an extensive press release Monday in an effort to get people shopping early for deals, well ahead of the holiday shopping season. → Read More