Common hashtags parents use on kids' photos can put them at risk on social media, nonprofit says
Common hashtags parents use when posting photos of their children on social media can be a goldmine for child predators, a nonprofit warned.
Common hashtags parents use when posting photos of their children on social media can be a goldmine for child predators, a nonprofit warned.
Legal sports betting begins in New York; upstate casino takes first bets
New York joined the growing list of states allowing wagering on sports after an upstate casino cut the ribbon on a new betting lounge Tuesday and took its first bet — $20 on the Seattle Mariners.
New York joined the growing list of states allowing wagering on sports after an upstate casino cut the ribbon on a new betting lounge Tuesday and took its first bet — $20 on the Seattle Mariners.
DoorDash fires delivery driver who allegedly ate customer's barbecue ribs, food had bite marks
A man in Pennsylvania is accusing his delivery driver of speeding off with a bellyful of barbecue.
A man in Pennsylvania is accusing his delivery driver of speeding off with a bellyful of barbecue.
Barneys New York evaluating restructuring options
Barneys New York may soon join the ever lengthening list of retail stores seeking protection in bankruptcy.
Barneys New York may soon join the ever lengthening list of retail stores seeking protection in bankruptcy.
Exclusive tour of the American Dream mega-mall
The 'American Dream' mega-mall will soon become a reality. After more than 15 years of starts and stops, the mall and entertainment space at the Meadowlands formerly known as Xanadu is scheduled to open to the public in October.
The 'American Dream' mega-mall will soon become a reality. After more than 15 years of starts and stops, the mall and entertainment space at the Meadowlands formerly known as Xanadu is scheduled to open to the public in October.
The best Prime Day gadget deals: Moto G7, Galaxy phones, Kindle Paperwhite, and more
Amazon Prime Day 2019 is upon us, and the e-commerce giant has lined up a bunch of sales and discounts on tech gear that are at their lowest prices ever. If you’re an Amazon Prime subscriber, now’s probably the best time to take the gadgets off your wish list and on to your shopping cart.
Amazon Prime Day 2019 is upon us, and the e-commerce giant has lined up a bunch of sales and discounts on tech gear that are at their lowest prices ever. If you’re an Amazon Prime subscriber, now’s probably the best time to take the gadgets off your wish list and on to your shopping cart.
About 180,000 fire alarms recalled due to failure to alert consumers of fire
On Wednesday, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled about 180,000 battery-powered smoke and fire alarms.
On Wednesday, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled about 180,000 battery-powered smoke and fire alarms.
Airlines offer travel waivers to customers ahead of Tropical Storm Barry
A dozen airlines are offering travel waivers to customers traveling to or from the areas that will be affected by Tropical Storm Barry.
A dozen airlines are offering travel waivers to customers traveling to or from the areas that will be affected by Tropical Storm Barry.
PICS Soy Sauce recalled due to undeclared fish; some bottles are actually Worcestershire sauce
Louisiana-based Baumer Foods is recalling 10-ounce bottles of PICS Soy Sauce because it may contain undeclared fish.
Louisiana-based Baumer Foods is recalling 10-ounce bottles of PICS Soy Sauce because it may contain undeclared fish.
New Catskills tourism campaign promotes hiking and other activities
A new tourism campaign touting the Catskill Mountains features 15 beginner level guided hikes and a fire tower challenge with prizes.
A new tourism campaign touting the Catskill Mountains features 15 beginner level guided hikes and a fire tower challenge with prizes.
Report: FTC approves roughly $5B fine for Facebook
The FTC has voted to approve a fine of about $5 billion for Facebook over privacy violations, the Wall Street Journal reported Friday. The report cited an unnamed person familiar with the matter.
The FTC has voted to approve a fine of about $5 billion for Facebook over privacy violations, the Wall Street Journal reported Friday. The report cited an unnamed person familiar with the matter.
‘Think before you click': Phishing scam targets Amazon customers ahead of Prime Day
Researchers at the computer security company McAfee shared details on the company’s online blog about a new version of a phishing kit they have been observing since 2018, originally created to target Apple customers.
Researchers at the computer security company McAfee shared details on the company’s online blog about a new version of a phishing kit they have been observing since 2018, originally created to target Apple customers.
Airbnb to help victims of Tropical Storm Barry
Airbnb has activated its Open Homes program to help displaced residents and relief workers impacted by Tropical Storm Barry.
Airbnb has activated its Open Homes program to help displaced residents and relief workers impacted by Tropical Storm Barry.
1 year, $3.2 billion later, New Jersey sports betting soars
New Jersey gamblers plunked down more than $3 billion on sports in the first full year that it became legal, helping the state challenge Nevada for the nationwide lead in the fast-growing industry. Figures released Friday by the state Division of Gaming Enforcement show the state's casinos and racetracks handled $273 million worth of bets in June.
New Jersey gamblers plunked down more than $3 billion on sports in the first full year that it became legal, helping the state challenge Nevada for the nationwide lead in the fast-growing industry. Figures released Friday by the state Division of Gaming Enforcement show the state's casinos and racetracks handled $273 million worth of bets in June.
AT&T becomes first mobile service provider to automatically block robocalls
AT&T is offering new customers a feature that automatically blocks robocalls and will add it to existing customer lines "in the coming months."
AT&T is offering new customers a feature that automatically blocks robocalls and will add it to existing customer lines "in the coming months."
Is print dead? Well, it is at Starbucks
Newspapers at Starbucks are yesterday's news. Starbucks will quit selling The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Gannett papers like USA Today in more than 8,600 U.S. stores in September, citing "changing customer behavior." Starbucks has sold The Times since 2000 and other papers since 2010.
Newspapers at Starbucks are yesterday's news. Starbucks will quit selling The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Gannett papers like USA Today in more than 8,600 U.S. stores in September, citing "changing customer behavior." Starbucks has sold The Times since 2000 and other papers since 2010.
$1 gets you a dozen doughnuts for Krispy Kreme birthday celebration
Krispy Kreme is celebrating its 82nd birthday by introducing a new doughnut and offering doughnut-lovers an offer they can’t refuse!
Krispy Kreme is celebrating its 82nd birthday by introducing a new doughnut and offering doughnut-lovers an offer they can’t refuse!
The new Harley-Davidson LiveWire electric hog does 0-60 in 3 seconds
Harley-Davidson is releasing details about the electric motorcycle it is rolling out this year that it hopes will capture the imagination of a new generation of riders and put a charge into its diminishing sales.
Harley-Davidson is releasing details about the electric motorcycle it is rolling out this year that it hopes will capture the imagination of a new generation of riders and put a charge into its diminishing sales.
30 types of CVS Health brand eye drops recalled due to sterility concerns
Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has issued a voluntary recall for 30 different types of CVS Health brand over-the-counter eye drops due to concerns about sterility of the products.
Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has issued a voluntary recall for 30 different types of CVS Health brand over-the-counter eye drops due to concerns about sterility of the products.
Dow Jones index closes above 27,000
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed above 27,000 for the first time after a turbulent day on Wall Street.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed above 27,000 for the first time after a turbulent day on Wall Street.