Disney Plus streaming service to launch Nov. 12 for $6.99 a month
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Disney is raising the curtain on a hotly anticipated video steaming service that's aiming to topple industry pioneer Netflix, once a valuable ally. The service, called Disney Plus, has been in the works for more than year, but Thursday marked the first time that the longtime entertainment powerhouse has laid out plans for its attack on Netflix and a formidable cast of...
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Disney is raising the curtain on a hotly anticipated video steaming service that's aiming to topple industry pioneer Netflix, once a valuable ally. The service, called Disney Plus, has been in the works for more than year, but Thursday marked the first time that the longtime entertainment powerhouse has laid out plans for its attack on Netflix and a formidable cast of...
Rollout of 'tap-and-go' subway fare begins soon but will take years to complete
The MTA has begun to roll out new tech at subway turnstiles and bus that will eventually—the process will take years—replace the aging and frustrating MetroCard system. The agency said it intends to even bring the payment system to the commuter railroads.
The MTA has begun to roll out new tech at subway turnstiles and bus that will eventually—the process will take years—replace the aging and frustrating MetroCard system. The agency said it intends to even bring the payment system to the commuter railroads.
Applications for jobless aid fall to lowest in 50 years
The number of people applying for unemployment aid fell last week to its lowest level in nearly five decades, solid evidence that the job market is healthy and layoffs scarce. The Labor Department says weekly applications for jobless benefits dropped 8,000 to a seasonally adjusted 196,000. That is the lowest since October 1969. The four-week average, a less volatile measure,...
The number of people applying for unemployment aid fell last week to its lowest level in nearly five decades, solid evidence that the job market is healthy and layoffs scarce. The Labor Department says weekly applications for jobless benefits dropped 8,000 to a seasonally adjusted 196,000. That is the lowest since October 1969. The four-week average, a less volatile measure,...
Macy's unveils a new kind of shopping experience
A year after buying startup Story, Macy's is bringing the retail concept to life in 36 stores in 15 states including its Manhattan flagship.
A year after buying startup Story, Macy's is bringing the retail concept to life in 36 stores in 15 states including its Manhattan flagship.
A fingerprint scan now gets a ticketholder into a Mets game
A quick touch is now all you need to get into a Mets game. Citi Field is the first stadium in the New York area to roll out what's called biometric ticketing—meaning you won't need to produce an actual ticket or show one on your phone to enter the game.
A quick touch is now all you need to get into a Mets game. Citi Field is the first stadium in the New York area to roll out what's called biometric ticketing—meaning you won't need to produce an actual ticket or show one on your phone to enter the game.
New Yorkers step up during National Volunteer Week and beyond
New York Cares is offering more than 3,000 volunteer opportunities across all the five boroughs during National Volunteer Week, which is a nationwide recognition of people who give their time to help those in need.
New York Cares is offering more than 3,000 volunteer opportunities across all the five boroughs during National Volunteer Week, which is a nationwide recognition of people who give their time to help those in need.
Lawsuit: Boeing misled investors about 737 Max jet
A Boeing shareholder is suing the company for allegedly hiding problems with its 737 Max jet to push its shares higher.
A Boeing shareholder is suing the company for allegedly hiding problems with its 737 Max jet to push its shares higher.
Nearly $1B in contracts awarded for border fence sections
The Army Corps of Engineers has awarded contracts totaling nearly $1 billion for removal and replacement of vehicle fencing with pedestrian fencing along two sections of the U.S.-Mexico border.
The Army Corps of Engineers has awarded contracts totaling nearly $1 billion for removal and replacement of vehicle fencing with pedestrian fencing along two sections of the U.S.-Mexico border.
Amazon says it will soon accept cash at cashless stores
Amazon, facing backlash from critics who say cashless stores discriminate against the poor, will soon accept cash at all its stores.
Amazon, facing backlash from critics who say cashless stores discriminate against the poor, will soon accept cash at all its stores.
Facebook, Google testify to Congress about curbing violent content
Representatives from Facebook and Google testified before the House Judiciary Committee on Tuesday to detail what they are doing to combat hate on their platforms.
Representatives from Facebook and Google testified before the House Judiciary Committee on Tuesday to detail what they are doing to combat hate on their platforms.
Tax bills and smaller refunds are shocking many Americans
The new tax law meant a bit more money in people's paychecks. But it also created plenty of complications at tax season.
The new tax law meant a bit more money in people's paychecks. But it also created plenty of complications at tax season.
Discounts on Legoland tickets for Autism Awareness Month
Legoland Florida is offering reduced prices for tickets during Autism Awareness Month.
Legoland Florida is offering reduced prices for tickets during Autism Awareness Month.
New York lawmakers weigh new rules for Airbnb
State lawmakers in New York proposed new rules Tuesday for regulating home-sharing platforms such as Airbnb that would replace regulations that cracked down on short-term rentals in New York City.
State lawmakers in New York proposed new rules Tuesday for regulating home-sharing platforms such as Airbnb that would replace regulations that cracked down on short-term rentals in New York City.
Jury awards millions for prostate cancer diagnosis error
A Polk County jury has awarded $12.25 million to a man who learned after prostate cancer surgery that a mistake had been made with his tissue samples: He didn't have cancer.
A Polk County jury has awarded $12.25 million to a man who learned after prostate cancer surgery that a mistake had been made with his tissue samples: He didn't have cancer.
What's the best day to buy gasoline?
FOX NEWS - What difference does a day make? When it comes to buying gas, not that much.
FOX NEWS - What difference does a day make? When it comes to buying gas, not that much.
US job openings fell sharply, reaches lowest level in nearly a year
The number of available jobs in the U.S. fell sharply in February after reaching a record level the previous month, a sign that businesses may pull back a bit on hiring.
The number of available jobs in the U.S. fell sharply in February after reaching a record level the previous month, a sign that businesses may pull back a bit on hiring.
Ben & Jerry's is giving out free ice cream on April 9
Free ice cream is an idea we can all get behind.
Free ice cream is an idea we can all get behind.
Bank of America raising hourly minimum wage to $20
Bank of America is raising its starting pay to $20 an hour over a two-year period, starting with a hike next month.
Bank of America is raising its starting pay to $20 an hour over a two-year period, starting with a hike next month.
Bremer frozen stuffed sandwiches recalled; 'high health risk' of plastic contamination
North Carolina-based J & J Snack Foods Handhelds Corp. is recalling almost 60,0009 pounds of frozen stuffed sandwich products packaged under the Bremer brand because of the risk of contamination by pieces of semi-transparent plastic, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
North Carolina-based J & J Snack Foods Handhelds Corp. is recalling almost 60,0009 pounds of frozen stuffed sandwich products packaged under the Bremer brand because of the risk of contamination by pieces of semi-transparent plastic, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Minimum wage hikes trigger 'payroll tsunami,' as small businesses cut back
Small business owners across the country are beginning to feel the pinch as more states move toward a $15 minimum wage.
Small business owners across the country are beginning to feel the pinch as more states move toward a $15 minimum wage.