Is USPS digital mail preview service a security hole?

Informed Delivery is a free service from the U.S. Post Office. Once a user signs up, they begin receiving an email every morning with photos of the coming day's mail delivery. It sounds convenient. And more than 6 million people have signed up.

Thai businessman buys Fortune magazine for $150 million

NEW YORK (AP) — The media and publishing giant Meredith Corp. says it is selling its Fortune brand for $150 million in cash to Fortune Media Group.

Federal judge blocks construction of Keystone XL pipeline

A federal judge in Montana has blocked construction of the $8 billion Keystone XL Pipeline to allow more time to study the project's potential environmental impact.

Margie cheese recalled due to listeria risk

Sprout Creek Farm, based in Poughkeepsie, is recalling more than a hundred wheels of Margie cheese because of the risk of listeria contamination.

Magic 8 Ball, Uno, pinball inducted into Toy Hall of Fame

Magic 8 Ball and Uno fans can count on infinitely more fun, along with pinball players whose quarters have powered the arcade classic through the rise of gaming apps. The three make up the National Toy Hall of Fame's class of 2018, recognized Thursday for their staying power and influence.

China to overtake France as top travel destination by 2030

China is set to overtake France as the world's number one tourist destination by 2030 as a growing middle class in Asia looks to spend more on travel, according to experts at market research group Euromonitor International.

Lowe's closing 51 locations across the U.S. and Canada

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. announced on Monday that they will close 51 locations as part of its ongoing strategic reassessment. 

Michelin's new 'Bib Gourmand' restaurants in New York

Michelin is best-known for its star-rated restaurants. But Michelin has added dozens of New York City restaurants to its Bib Gourmand list, which featured affordable eateries. The newbies are extremely honored.

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The Wall Street Journal reported that the tech giant is considering splitting its second headquarters into two locations?one in New York and one in Virginia. The New York Times reported that this is virtually a done deal and that Amazon is nearing a deal to move to Long Island City in Queens and Arlington, Va., a Washington suburb.

Amazon dropping $25 minimum for free shipping for holidays

Amazon is following Target and temporarily dropping the minimum amount shoppers need to spend to qualify for free shipping.

Uber wants to resume self-driving car tests on public roads

Nearly eight months after one of its autonomous test vehicles hit and killed an Arizona pedestrian, Uber wants to resume testing on public roads.

ALDI recalls Fit & Active frozen sandwiches due to salmonella and listeria risk

The grocery chain ALDI and food distributor J&J Snack Foods are recalling two lots of a frozen sandwich product because they may be contaminated with salmonella and listeria.

Butterball Turkey Talk-Line offers Alexa option for the first time

What if getting advice from the experts at Butterball Turkey Talk-Line is as easy as asking that Amazon smart speaker that is in your home? This Thanksgiving season, people around the country can do just that.

Shopping deals: What to buy in November

Shopping in November is great because you can find lots of deals throughout the month, according to Trae Bodge, a smart shopping expert with Slickdeals.

The Drama Bookshop faces rent hike, uncertain future

When actor, playwright and novelist Eric Bogosian moved to this city more than 40 years ago, he says he got off the bus and headed straight for The Drama Bookshop.