Infomercial bestseller NutriBullet investigated over ‘exploding' units
They may be small but those space-saving NutriBullet blenders are being accused of packing a serious punch with several users claiming they were badly burned after the devices allegedly exploded in their faces.
They may be small but those space-saving NutriBullet blenders are being accused of packing a serious punch with several users claiming they were badly burned after the devices allegedly exploded in their faces.
Need snow shoveled? Try an app
With windy, wild and wintry weather like this, the last thing you want to do is leave the warmth of your home to clear your car, driveway, or sidewalk. And now, you don't have to. There's an app for that. The Shovler app launched in November 2016. All it takes is a few clicks on your smartphone. You can request snow removal for your car, home, or business. The prices are set daily based on the...
With windy, wild and wintry weather like this, the last thing you want to do is leave the warmth of your home to clear your car, driveway, or sidewalk. And now, you don't have to. There's an app for that. The Shovler app launched in November 2016. All it takes is a few clicks on your smartphone. You can request snow removal for your car, home, or business. The prices are set daily based on the...
Internet gambling helps Atlantic City again
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Once again, internet gambling has made the difference between an up month and a down one for Atlantic City casinos.
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Once again, internet gambling has made the difference between an up month and a down one for Atlantic City casinos.
Board tells Puerto Rico to cut pensions, impose furloughs
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - A federal control board on Monday said Puerto Rico's government needs to cut its public pension system by 10 percent, furlough tens of thousands of its workers and eliminate Christmas bonuses if it cannot generate other types of savings amid a nearly decade-long recession.
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - A federal control board on Monday said Puerto Rico's government needs to cut its public pension system by 10 percent, furlough tens of thousands of its workers and eliminate Christmas bonuses if it cannot generate other types of savings amid a nearly decade-long recession.
GOP pushing to dismantle Obamacare brace for CBO cost analysis
Republicans pushing a plan to dismantle Barack Obama's health care law are bracing for a Congressional Budget Office analysis widely expected to conclude that fewer Americans will have health coverage under the proposal, despite President Donald Trump's promise of "insurance for everybody."
Republicans pushing a plan to dismantle Barack Obama's health care law are bracing for a Congressional Budget Office analysis widely expected to conclude that fewer Americans will have health coverage under the proposal, despite President Donald Trump's promise of "insurance for everybody."
Nissan recalls more than 54,000 cars over air bag problem
Nissan is recalling more than 54,000 cars because of curtain and seat-mounted air bags that may unexpectedly deploy when the door is slammed.
Nissan is recalling more than 54,000 cars because of curtain and seat-mounted air bags that may unexpectedly deploy when the door is slammed.
Cuomo announces launch of plastic bag task force
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has launched a task force to address the environmental impact of plastic bags.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has launched a task force to address the environmental impact of plastic bags.
Republicans dismiss upcoming budget analysis of health plan
WASHINGTON (AP) - Republicans on Sunday dismissed an upcoming Congressional Budget Office analysis widely expected to conclude that more Americans will be uninsured under a proposal to dismantle Barack Obama's health law, despite President Donald Trump's promise of universal coverage.
WASHINGTON (AP) - Republicans on Sunday dismissed an upcoming Congressional Budget Office analysis widely expected to conclude that more Americans will be uninsured under a proposal to dismantle Barack Obama's health law, despite President Donald Trump's promise of universal coverage.
Hoverboard eyed in fire that killed girl, injured 2
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - A fire that killed a toddler and critically injured two others, and also led to critical injuries to a responding fire official, appears to have been sparked by a recharging hoverboard, authorities said.
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - A fire that killed a toddler and critically injured two others, and also led to critical injuries to a responding fire official, appears to have been sparked by a recharging hoverboard, authorities said.
Personalized bed-in-box from Helix
People actually prefer going to the dentist to buying a mattress, says Adam Tishman, co-founder of Helix, a New York City-based mattress startup. Hardly a shock, if you think about the typical mattress-buying experience.
People actually prefer going to the dentist to buying a mattress, says Adam Tishman, co-founder of Helix, a New York City-based mattress startup. Hardly a shock, if you think about the typical mattress-buying experience.
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People actually prefer going to the dentist to buying a mattress, says Adam Tishman, co-founder of Helix, a New York City-based mattress startup. Hardly a shock, if you think about the typical mattress-buying experience.
People actually prefer going to the dentist to buying a mattress, says Adam Tishman, co-founder of Helix, a New York City-based mattress startup. Hardly a shock, if you think about the typical mattress-buying experience.
$42M San Francisco penthouse in the clouds could break records
If you want to live in ultimate luxury in a penthouse atop the tallest residential building west of the Mississippi, now is your chance - for a cool $42 million.
If you want to live in ultimate luxury in a penthouse atop the tallest residential building west of the Mississippi, now is your chance - for a cool $42 million.
Couple claims $10M jackpot from scratch-off
A decision to invest $180 in six scratch-off lottery tickets resulted in a $10 million windfall for a New York state couple.A decision to invest $180 in six scratch-off lottery tickets resulted in a $10 million windfall for a New York state couple.
A decision to invest $180 in six scratch-off lottery tickets resulted in a $10 million windfall for a New York state couple.A decision to invest $180 in six scratch-off lottery tickets resulted in a $10 million windfall for a New York state couple.
Secret Tinder app for the rich, famous and super-hot
We've all heard of the dating app Tinder, right? Swipe left if you don't like someone, swipe right if you do. Well, now a secret invite-only version of the app called Tinder Select is out for celebrities, CEOs, and really good looking people, according to reports.
We've all heard of the dating app Tinder, right? Swipe left if you don't like someone, swipe right if you do. Well, now a secret invite-only version of the app called Tinder Select is out for celebrities, CEOs, and really good looking people, according to reports.
Starbucks to release spring-themed pastel cups
Seasonal coffee cup lovers have something new to collect. Starbucks has introduced spring-themed hot beverage cups.
Seasonal coffee cup lovers have something new to collect. Starbucks has introduced spring-themed hot beverage cups.
Dublin grocery store sets up cross display using soda cans
A Food Depot in Dublin is getting attention for their religious display. Using tape and some wire, large soda can boxes were hung in a cross formation.
A Food Depot in Dublin is getting attention for their religious display. Using tape and some wire, large soda can boxes were hung in a cross formation.
German inmates given McDonald's for meals
Inmates at a German prison have been eating McDonald's burgers after a food supply contract fell through.
Inmates at a German prison have been eating McDonald's burgers after a food supply contract fell through.
Manhattan rooftop cottage for rent for $17K per month
You may not be surprised to see a lovely cottage in the country. But you may be surprised to see it perched on top of a building on East 13th Street and Third Avenue.
You may not be surprised to see a lovely cottage in the country. But you may be surprised to see it perched on top of a building on East 13th Street and Third Avenue.
The 'Uber effect' on the taxi industry
I spend a lot of time at Fox 5 covering startups. One of the biggest compliments you can pay a startup is to call it a disruptor, changing not just local business, but entire industries across the country and even around the world.
I spend a lot of time at Fox 5 covering startups. One of the biggest compliments you can pay a startup is to call it a disruptor, changing not just local business, but entire industries across the country and even around the world.
'A Day Without a Woman'
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Organizers of the January Women's March are calling for women to take the day off and encouraging them not to spend money Wednesday to show their economic strength and impact on American society.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Organizers of the January Women's March are calling for women to take the day off and encouraging them not to spend money Wednesday to show their economic strength and impact on American society.