A second chance for the formerly incarcerated
Several city agencies, a nonprofit, and the Queens Chamber of Commerce hosted a special panel to talk about recidivism and a job fair for formerly incarcerated people.
Several city agencies, a nonprofit, and the Queens Chamber of Commerce hosted a special panel to talk about recidivism and a job fair for formerly incarcerated people.
Tips on how to start saving
Most Americans don’t have enough money saved up in case of an emergency and a growing number don’t have anything saved at all. So how can we change that?
Most Americans don’t have enough money saved up in case of an emergency and a growing number don’t have anything saved at all. So how can we change that?
JetBlue to stop selling tickets on certain sites
NEW YORK (AP) — JetBlue will stop selling tickets on a dozen discount travel websites in hopes of driving customers to the airline's site and reducing the company's costs.
NEW YORK (AP) — JetBlue will stop selling tickets on a dozen discount travel websites in hopes of driving customers to the airline's site and reducing the company's costs.
Restaurant takes bitcoin because of 'freedom,' 'optimism'
At first glance La Sirène looks like any other cozy French restaurant, complete with escargot. But this new Upper West Side eatery accepts cash, check, American Express, and a powerful yet controversial form of currency known as bitcoin.
At first glance La Sirène looks like any other cozy French restaurant, complete with escargot. But this new Upper West Side eatery accepts cash, check, American Express, and a powerful yet controversial form of currency known as bitcoin.
Mega Millions tickets to increase to $2
Big changes are coming to Mega Millions starting at the end of October.
Big changes are coming to Mega Millions starting at the end of October.
Ford recalling about 1.3M vehicles for possible door issue
Ford is recalling about 1.3 million 2015-17 F-150 and 2017 Super Duty vehicles in North America because of potential door problems.
Ford is recalling about 1.3 million 2015-17 F-150 and 2017 Super Duty vehicles in North America because of potential door problems.
Samsung's Galaxy Note 8: The High Price Of Near Perfection
This is the handset which put phablets on the map. The question on many a consumer’s mind: “Is it worth almost $1k?” Let’s dig in and see if we can’t answer that question for you.
This is the handset which put phablets on the map. The question on many a consumer’s mind: “Is it worth almost $1k?” Let’s dig in and see if we can’t answer that question for you.
Brooklyn brand mixes fashion and social activism
The current political climate is providing one local fashion designer with endless inspiration.
The current political climate is providing one local fashion designer with endless inspiration.
Nielsen will report viewership of streamed shows
NEW YORK (AP) - If you've ever wondered how many people watch streamed programs like "House of Cards" or "The Handmaid's Tale," soon you'll be able to find out. The Nielsen company said Wednesday it is introducing a new service that counts viewership of programming on services like Netflix and Amazon the same way that it does for CBS and CNN. Previously, only the...
NEW YORK (AP) - If you've ever wondered how many people watch streamed programs like "House of Cards" or "The Handmaid's Tale," soon you'll be able to find out. The Nielsen company said Wednesday it is introducing a new service that counts viewership of programming on services like Netflix and Amazon the same way that it does for CBS and CNN. Previously, only the...
Trump pitches tax reform to conservative think tank
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump took his tax sales pitch to a conservative think tank Tuesday evening, arguing his plan would be a boon to the economy, boosting growth and jobs. "Let's give our country the best Christmas present of all: massive tax relief," Trump told the annual meeting of the Heritage Foundation's President's Club.
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump took his tax sales pitch to a conservative think tank Tuesday evening, arguing his plan would be a boon to the economy, boosting growth and jobs. "Let's give our country the best Christmas present of all: massive tax relief," Trump told the annual meeting of the Heritage Foundation's President's Club.
Orange County Distillery's scenic views and craft spirits
If you're a city slicker, Orange County, New York, feels like the country. But really it is right up the road. In the town of New Hampton, about an hour from Manhattan, you'll find Orange County Distillery. Cousins Bryan Ensall and John Glebocki started the company in 2014 almost by accident.
If you're a city slicker, Orange County, New York, feels like the country. But really it is right up the road. In the town of New Hampton, about an hour from Manhattan, you'll find Orange County Distillery. Cousins Bryan Ensall and John Glebocki started the company in 2014 almost by accident.
Huge flaw found in Wi-Fi security
As baristas whip up lattes at Seven Grams Caffé in Chelsea, customers are taking advantage of the free Wi-Fi. But new research finds a Wi-Fi security flaw putting all of us at risk.
As baristas whip up lattes at Seven Grams Caffé in Chelsea, customers are taking advantage of the free Wi-Fi. But new research finds a Wi-Fi security flaw putting all of us at risk.
California makes the first year of community college free
The first year of community college will be free for thousands of California students under a bill signed by Gov. Jerry Brown.
The first year of community college will be free for thousands of California students under a bill signed by Gov. Jerry Brown.
Negotiate your rent in these NYC neighborhoods
New York is a competitive rental market, but that doesn't mean you can't negotiate your lease. In fact, StreetEasy spokeswoman Lauren Riefflin says you should never assume that you can't negotiate your rent, especially in the fall and winter.
New York is a competitive rental market, but that doesn't mean you can't negotiate your lease. In fact, StreetEasy spokeswoman Lauren Riefflin says you should never assume that you can't negotiate your rent, especially in the fall and winter.
Shredded beef recalled due to possible contamination
Approximately 12,816 pounds of shredded beef products are being recalled because plastic mixed in with the meat.
Approximately 12,816 pounds of shredded beef products are being recalled because plastic mixed in with the meat.
Canadian coffee chain combines latte with Buffalo Sauce
Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons is rolling out a new product that combines latte with something that is more often associated with chicken wings.
Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons is rolling out a new product that combines latte with something that is more often associated with chicken wings.
Amazon hiring for busy holiday season
Amazon says it plans to hire 120,000 workers for this year’s busy holiday season.
Amazon says it plans to hire 120,000 workers for this year’s busy holiday season.
Tech Tuesday: Disaster Preparedness Gadgets That Could Save Your Life
With all of the natural disasters we've been covering, we wanted to bring you up to speed on the tech that could help save your life in a pinch.
With all of the natural disasters we've been covering, we wanted to bring you up to speed on the tech that could help save your life in a pinch.
Oh, deer! Arby's brings back the venison sandwich
The fast-food restaurant chain which slogan is “We have the meats” is adding yet another meat, again. Arby’s is offering a limited-edition venison sandwich for the second year.
The fast-food restaurant chain which slogan is “We have the meats” is adding yet another meat, again. Arby’s is offering a limited-edition venison sandwich for the second year.
Facebook, Twitter could face 'bully tax' in Britain
Britain may levy a “bully tax” for Facebook and Twitter.
Britain may levy a “bully tax” for Facebook and Twitter.