France will implement an 'ecotax' on plane tickets

The French government will implement an "ecotax" on plane tickets for flights departing from France from next year.

Airline sued after chartered jet skids into Florida river

A passenger on a chartered jet that skidded into a river at a Florida military base is suing the airline.

Scientists create ‘molecular coffee' that doesn't require beans

As the future of coffee beans as a crop faces uncertainty, a group of food scientists, biochemists and entrepreneurs at Atomo Coffee have reverse-engineered the coffee bean to create a smooth version of their favorite morning drink that has the same caffeinated kick but doesn’t require any beans at all.

‘Magical find': Rare Harry Potter first-edition book bought for $1 could sell for up to $34K

A rare first-edition copy of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone,” only one of 500 in the world, was bought for about $1, but could now sell for up to $37,000 at a U.K. auction.

Instagram is rolling out two features to curb online bullying

Internet platforms can often be a hostile space where some people say incredibly mean and abusive things, sometimes under pseudonymous profiles. Instagram said Monday it is rolling out a couple of changes on its platform to curb online bullying and make it more of a safe space for young people. These features were promised at Facebook’s F8 conference in late April 2019. 

Google launches program to teach kids how to code

For kids coming into in an increasingly software-driven world, learning to program is a crucial skill that sets them up for future success. Access to training resources isn’t readily available to everyone.  To address this gap, Google launched a new educational resource for school teachers to teach the basics of programming to students on Monday. Called ‘Code with...

Bible shortage? Publishers say tariffs could cause it

Religious publishers say President Donald Trump's most recent proposed tariffs on Chinese imports could result in a Bible shortage.

Poll: 1 in 4 don't plan to retire despite realities of aging

Nearly one-quarter of Americans say they never plan to retire, according to a poll that suggests a disconnection between individuals' retirement plans and the realities of aging in the workforce. Experts say illness, injury, layoffs and caregiving responsibilities often force older workers to leave their jobs sooner than they'd like.

Build-A-Bear releases new 'Lion King'-themed plush toys

The highly-anticipated, star-studded live-action version of Disney’s “The Lion King” is set to hit theaters on July 19 and the Build-A-Bear Workshop is offering a new line of plush toys to tide you over until you’re hearing “Hakuna Matata” again.

Drivers in New Jersey, around nation see higher gas prices

Drivers in New Jersey and across the nation were feeling some pain at the pump over the Independence Day holiday as gas prices jumped five to 15 cents per gallon in recent weeks. AAA Mid-Atlantic says the average price of a gallon of regular gas in New Jersey on Friday was $2.81, up four cents from last week. That's still below the average $2.89 at this time last year.

Scientists fight to save bananas from extinction

Bananas are one of the world’s favorite fruits, but a fungal disease is threatening to wipe out the most popular type of banana.

US adds solid 224,000 jobs, making Fed rate cut less certain

U.S. employers sharply stepped up their hiring in June, adding a robust 224,000 jobs, an indication of the economy's durability after more than a decade of expansion.

Delta upgrades economy class to include cocktails, ‘bistro-style' dinner, chocolates

Delta Airlines announced that it will upgrade its economy class, which the company calls Main Cabin, to include cocktails, “bistro-style” dinner and chocolates starting in November.

How allowance apps can teach kids about money

When it comes to kids and allowances, parents have been doling out cash the same way for ages.

Air Force veteran touts new shoe to honor law enforcement as Nike pulls patriotic flag sneaker

Amid the controversy surrounding Nike scrapping plans for an American flag-themed sneaker, a U.S. Air Force veteran announced a new shoe he designed to benefit law enforcement officers. 

Let freedom ring with discounts and deals this Independence Day

What better way to celebrate freedom than with some great discounts? Independence Day will kick off with several patriotic deals that will make America’s birthday even sweeter.