Martin Shkreli sentenced to prison
The self-promoting "Pharma Bro" vilified for jacking up the price of a lifesaving drug has been sentenced to prison for securities fraud.
The self-promoting "Pharma Bro" vilified for jacking up the price of a lifesaving drug has been sentenced to prison for securities fraud.
Facebook to stream 25 MLB games in exclusive deal
Facebook is getting deeper into the professional sports streaming game, signing a deal with Major League Baseball to air 25 afternoon games in an exclusive deal. The games will be available Facebook users in the U.S. on Facebook Watch, the company's video feature, via the MLB Live show page. Facebook said Friday that recorded broadcasts will also be available globally, excluding...
Facebook is getting deeper into the professional sports streaming game, signing a deal with Major League Baseball to air 25 afternoon games in an exclusive deal. The games will be available Facebook users in the U.S. on Facebook Watch, the company's video feature, via the MLB Live show page. Facebook said Friday that recorded broadcasts will also be available globally, excluding...
Toys R Us could close all stores
Financial woes are continuing for toy giant Toys R Us and it may be ready to give up and close the doors on all of its stores in the United States and liquidate its merchandise.
Financial woes are continuing for toy giant Toys R Us and it may be ready to give up and close the doors on all of its stores in the United States and liquidate its merchandise.
Google's autonomous vehicle unit to test semis in Atlanta
Just days after ride-hailing service Uber announced it was testing tractor-trailers that drive themselves, Google's autonomous vehicle operation announced similar testing in Georgia. Waymo says that starting next week it will run self-driving rigs in the Atlanta area with human backup drivers. They'll travel freeways and local roads to deliver server racks and other cargo...
Just days after ride-hailing service Uber announced it was testing tractor-trailers that drive themselves, Google's autonomous vehicle operation announced similar testing in Georgia. Waymo says that starting next week it will run self-driving rigs in the Atlanta area with human backup drivers. They'll travel freeways and local roads to deliver server racks and other cargo...
Poll: Many young Americans ditching social media
For many of us, scrolling or posting on social media is part of our daily routine. But social media's immersive presence and impact on our lives are leading many young users to seek relief and hit delete.
For many of us, scrolling or posting on social media is part of our daily routine. But social media's immersive presence and impact on our lives are leading many young users to seek relief and hit delete.
McDonald's flips its golden arches to make a statement
A McDonald's in Lynwood has flipped its iconic golden arches to a 'W' for International Women's Day.
A McDonald's in Lynwood has flipped its iconic golden arches to a 'W' for International Women's Day.
'Fearless Girl' creator reflects one year later
When the Fearless Girl statue appeared opposite the iconic Charging Bull near Wall Street one year ago, she became an instant hit with New Yorkers and tourists, especially with women and girls.
When the Fearless Girl statue appeared opposite the iconic Charging Bull near Wall Street one year ago, she became an instant hit with New Yorkers and tourists, especially with women and girls.
Daily Harvest ships frozen 'superfoods' to your door
Daily Harvest is the solution to a modern eating dilemma, according to CEO and founder Rachel Drori. Her New York-based company uses the freezer a vehicle to solve that common problem: most of us would like to eat healthier foods, but we just don't have the time.
Daily Harvest is the solution to a modern eating dilemma, according to CEO and founder Rachel Drori. Her New York-based company uses the freezer a vehicle to solve that common problem: most of us would like to eat healthier foods, but we just don't have the time.
Fearless Girl artist reflects
Artist Kristen Visbal created the statue Fearless Girl, which was installed opposite the iconic Charging Bull near Wall Street on International Women's Day in 2017. Exactly one year later, Visbal spoke about the message of the statue, what has happened in business, and what she hopes comes next.
Artist Kristen Visbal created the statue Fearless Girl, which was installed opposite the iconic Charging Bull near Wall Street on International Women's Day in 2017. Exactly one year later, Visbal spoke about the message of the statue, what has happened in business, and what she hopes comes next.
Pizza Hut launches pizza-ordering sneakers, the 'Pie Tops'
Pizza Hut is launching a second version of its pizza-ordering sneakers just in time for March Madness.
Pizza Hut is launching a second version of its pizza-ordering sneakers just in time for March Madness.
Target raises starting pay for 2nd time in less than a year
Target is raising its minimum starting pay for workers for the second time in less than a year after seeing a bigger and better pool of candidates. Target, which hiked starting pay to $11 an hour last fall, said all workers this spring will receive a minimum of $12 per hour.
Target is raising its minimum starting pay for workers for the second time in less than a year after seeing a bigger and better pool of candidates. Target, which hiked starting pay to $11 an hour last fall, said all workers this spring will receive a minimum of $12 per hour.
NYC mayor endorses full ban on plastic bags
If you take a look around the city, at any given time, at any given day, you'll likely see someone carrying a plastic bag, or finding a creative way to use one. But Mayor Bill de Blasio wants this to be a thing of the past.
If you take a look around the city, at any given time, at any given day, you'll likely see someone carrying a plastic bag, or finding a creative way to use one. But Mayor Bill de Blasio wants this to be a thing of the past.
20-year-old sues Dick's, Walmart over new gun policies
An Oregon man filed suits Monday claiming Dick's Sporting Goods and Walmart discriminated against the 20-year-old when they refused to sell him a rifle.
An Oregon man filed suits Monday claiming Dick's Sporting Goods and Walmart discriminated against the 20-year-old when they refused to sell him a rifle.
Shopping deals: What to buy in March
March is a funny month because there aren't typical markers like three-day weekends or gift-giving holidays that would promise a good sale, but Trae Bodge, a smart shopping expert with Slickdeals, says good discounts are out there. Those deals are in a couple of categories.
March is a funny month because there aren't typical markers like three-day weekends or gift-giving holidays that would promise a good sale, but Trae Bodge, a smart shopping expert with Slickdeals, says good discounts are out there. Those deals are in a couple of categories.
AI's dirty little secret: It's powered by people
There's a dirty little secret about artificial intelligence: It's powered by an army of real people.
There's a dirty little secret about artificial intelligence: It's powered by an army of real people.
Dairy farmers face suicide risks
Accompanying the routine payments and price forecasts sent to some Northeast dairy farmers last month were a list of mental health services and the number of a suicide prevention hotline. The Agri-Mark dairy cooperative got the resources out to its 1,000 farmers in New England and New York following the suicide of a member farmer in January, and one the year before.
Accompanying the routine payments and price forecasts sent to some Northeast dairy farmers last month were a list of mental health services and the number of a suicide prevention hotline. The Agri-Mark dairy cooperative got the resources out to its 1,000 farmers in New England and New York following the suicide of a member farmer in January, and one the year before.
Georgia Gov. Deal: Jet fuel tax break for Delta will happen
Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal said in his office at the Capitol Wednesday he will sign House Bill 918 whether it includes a jet fuel tax break for Delta or not because it’s his elected duty to do what is right for all Georgians.
Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal said in his office at the Capitol Wednesday he will sign House Bill 918 whether it includes a jet fuel tax break for Delta or not because it’s his elected duty to do what is right for all Georgians.
Elegant cocktail bar hidden inside ice cream shop in Manhattan
If you're observant, you'll notice a lot more going on behind the scenes at a new ice cream shop on Second Avenue on the Upper East Side.
If you're observant, you'll notice a lot more going on behind the scenes at a new ice cream shop on Second Avenue on the Upper East Side.
Sales surge at Best Buy and Kohl's
NEW YORK (AP) — Best Buy and Kohl's reported surging sales during the quarter that includes the holiday season, a sign of success as retailers learn to steady themselves — and work with — online companies.
NEW YORK (AP) — Best Buy and Kohl's reported surging sales during the quarter that includes the holiday season, a sign of success as retailers learn to steady themselves — and work with — online companies.
Pro-gun Georgia lawmakers punish Delta for crossing the NRA
Pro-gun Georgia lawmakers Thursday took revenge on Delta for crossing the National Rifle Association, killing a proposed tax break on jet fuel that would have saved the airline millions.
Pro-gun Georgia lawmakers Thursday took revenge on Delta for crossing the National Rifle Association, killing a proposed tax break on jet fuel that would have saved the airline millions.