How to spot a fake designer handbag
Counterfeiters go to great lengths to imitate a high end handbag knowing they can get big money for the phony accessory. Enter Lorena Shiff known as the "Consignment Princess." She shared tips on ways to spot the fake from the real.
Counterfeiters go to great lengths to imitate a high end handbag knowing they can get big money for the phony accessory. Enter Lorena Shiff known as the "Consignment Princess." She shared tips on ways to spot the fake from the real.
Trader Joe's expands recall of frozen products over listeria concerns
Grocery store Trader Joe’s has expanded a recall of frozen vegetables due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes.
Grocery store Trader Joe’s has expanded a recall of frozen vegetables due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes.
Bill bans nonprescription cough suppressant sales to minors
DOVER, Del. (AP) — The state Senate is poised to vote this week on a bill banning sales of a popular cough suppressant to anyone under 18. The legislation to be voted on Tuesday prohibits the sale of dextromethorphan, or DXM, to minors without a prescription. The measure, which cleared the House unanimously last month, is aimed at youngsters who abuse DXM to get high.
DOVER, Del. (AP) — The state Senate is poised to vote this week on a bill banning sales of a popular cough suppressant to anyone under 18. The legislation to be voted on Tuesday prohibits the sale of dextromethorphan, or DXM, to minors without a prescription. The measure, which cleared the House unanimously last month, is aimed at youngsters who abuse DXM to get high.
RECALL: Munchkin pacifier could pose choking hazard
About 180,000 Munchkin "Latch" pacifiers have been recalled because they could pose a choking hazard, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
About 180,000 Munchkin "Latch" pacifiers have been recalled because they could pose a choking hazard, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
NYC Mayor De Blasio says 'Don't go to Chick-Fil-A'
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and other city officials are urging New Yorkers not to eat at Chick fil-A.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and other city officials are urging New Yorkers not to eat at Chick fil-A.
Agency: Bars can't refuse to serve alcohol to pregnant women
Pregnant women can't be kept out of New York City bars or refused alcoholic drinks just because they're expecting, under new city guidelines.
Pregnant women can't be kept out of New York City bars or refused alcoholic drinks just because they're expecting, under new city guidelines.
Boatsetter matches boat owners to renters
Soon, warmer weather will be here making it the perfect time to go boating. But what if you don't have a boat? Andy Sturner's company Boatsetter can help. He calls it Airbnb meets Uber for boating. The company lets boat owners rent out their boats when they aren't using them.
Soon, warmer weather will be here making it the perfect time to go boating. But what if you don't have a boat? Andy Sturner's company Boatsetter can help. He calls it Airbnb meets Uber for boating. The company lets boat owners rent out their boats when they aren't using them.
Finger Lickin' Good! KFC reportedly released chicken flavored nail polish
Where do you get your nail polish, a fast-food restaurant? We doubt it, but KFC wants folks to buy that beauty product from them. It even promises it’ll be Finger Lickin’ Good!
Where do you get your nail polish, a fast-food restaurant? We doubt it, but KFC wants folks to buy that beauty product from them. It even promises it’ll be Finger Lickin’ Good!
Meal kits from the New York Times
The New York Times Company has partnered with Chef'd to deliver meal kits using New York Times recipes to people's homes.
The New York Times Company has partnered with Chef'd to deliver meal kits using New York Times recipes to people's homes.
NYC lawmakers approve 5-cent shopping bag fee
City Council has voted 28-20 to approve a bill that would require retailers to charge customers 5 cents per plastic or paper bag. It was unclear if Mayor de Blasio was going to sign the measure into law.
City Council has voted 28-20 to approve a bill that would require retailers to charge customers 5 cents per plastic or paper bag. It was unclear if Mayor de Blasio was going to sign the measure into law.
New veterinary house call service
A new service for New York City pet owners is bringing the vet right to your door.
A new service for New York City pet owners is bringing the vet right to your door.
Apple's app store search restored
Users of Apple's app store described on social media Thursday they were experiencing difficulties finding apps. On its support page, Apple wrote: "Service is not working as expected for all users."
Users of Apple's app store described on social media Thursday they were experiencing difficulties finding apps. On its support page, Apple wrote: "Service is not working as expected for all users."
Powerball jackpot increases to $415 million
The Powerball jackpot has grown even larger.
The Powerball jackpot has grown even larger.
Aeropostale files for bankruptcy protection
Aeropostale, once the vibrant epicenter of the U.S. mall scene, is seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Aeropostale, once the vibrant epicenter of the U.S. mall scene, is seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
At home with Barbara Corcoran
Barbara Corcoran is a self-made real estate mogul and one of Shark Tank's brightest stars. She is now a cover model, too.
Barbara Corcoran is a self-made real estate mogul and one of Shark Tank's brightest stars. She is now a cover model, too.
U.S. air bag recall to double in size
U.S. auto safety regulators are in talks with Takata Corp. to add tens of millions of air bag inflators to what already is the biggest auto recall in American history, three people briefed on the matter said Tuesday.
U.S. auto safety regulators are in talks with Takata Corp. to add tens of millions of air bag inflators to what already is the biggest auto recall in American history, three people briefed on the matter said Tuesday.
Exclusive look at 1,109-carat diamond
The second largest diamond ever recovered is in New York City. The 1,109-carat diamond is on displace at Sotheby's on Manhattan's Upper East Side.
The second largest diamond ever recovered is in New York City. The 1,109-carat diamond is on displace at Sotheby's on Manhattan's Upper East Side.
Walmart recalls 1.2 million kettles for burn, shock hazard
Walmart has issued a recall of 1.2 million Rival brand electric water kettles after at least 80 reports of injury, including burns.
Walmart has issued a recall of 1.2 million Rival brand electric water kettles after at least 80 reports of injury, including burns.
VIRAL: Woman confronts man for using food stamps at Walmart
A video posted to YouTube appears to show a woman confronting a man at Walmart for paying for his groceries with food stamps.
A video posted to YouTube appears to show a woman confronting a man at Walmart for paying for his groceries with food stamps.
Steve Madden at work in Queens
Meet Steve Madden. With 310 stores in 76 countries, his public company is a significant player in the fashion business. And this international empire, founded in 1990, is headquartered right off Woodside Avenue in Long Island City.
Meet Steve Madden. With 310 stores in 76 countries, his public company is a significant player in the fashion business. And this international empire, founded in 1990, is headquartered right off Woodside Avenue in Long Island City.