Amazon to open bookstores in malls
The online retailer that some claim is killing brick and mortar stores is apparently planning to open hundreds of its own brick and mortar bookstores.
The online retailer that some claim is killing brick and mortar stores is apparently planning to open hundreds of its own brick and mortar bookstores.
8 New York restaurants on America's 'most romantic' list
Restaurant reservation service OpenTable has compiled a list of 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America, and New York is well-represented on the list with eight eateries. Connecticut and New Jersey each have two restaurants on the list.
Restaurant reservation service OpenTable has compiled a list of 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America, and New York is well-represented on the list with eight eateries. Connecticut and New Jersey each have two restaurants on the list.
Microsoft recalls power cords for Surface Pro tablets
Microsoft is recalling about 2.44 million AC power cords for its Surface Pro, Surface Pro 2, and Surface Pro 3 computers sold before March 15, 2015, because of a potential fire hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says users have reported 56 incidents of the cords overheating and emitting flames, and five incidents where the cords gave users an electric shock.
Microsoft is recalling about 2.44 million AC power cords for its Surface Pro, Surface Pro 2, and Surface Pro 3 computers sold before March 15, 2015, because of a potential fire hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says users have reported 56 incidents of the cords overheating and emitting flames, and five incidents where the cords gave users an electric shock.
Success of ADAY activewear
Getting out the door for work in the morning is sometimes the hardest part of the day, but one New York City-based startup is trying to make it easier, at least when it comes to your clothes.
Getting out the door for work in the morning is sometimes the hardest part of the day, but one New York City-based startup is trying to make it easier, at least when it comes to your clothes.
Telemarketer to pay $87,500 settlement
A telemarketer has agreed to pay $87,500 in a settlement with the New Hampshire Bureau of Securities Regulation after an investigation showed his firm placed numerous calls to residents on the National Do Not Call Registry.
A telemarketer has agreed to pay $87,500 in a settlement with the New Hampshire Bureau of Securities Regulation after an investigation showed his firm placed numerous calls to residents on the National Do Not Call Registry.
Airlines restore tiny perks, like pretzels, to pacify fliers
After 15 years of near austerity, U.S. airlines are restoring some small perks for passengers crammed into coach.
After 15 years of near austerity, U.S. airlines are restoring some small perks for passengers crammed into coach.
CareerBuilder survey reveals 'Most Outrageous Excuses for Being Late to Work'
Homeland Security, Vaseline and lizard surgeries. What do they all have in common? According to a new survey from CareerBuilder, they’re among a long list of outrageous reasons why workers claim they’ve been late to work.
Homeland Security, Vaseline and lizard surgeries. What do they all have in common? According to a new survey from CareerBuilder, they’re among a long list of outrageous reasons why workers claim they’ve been late to work.
Mylo app helps men pick an outfit
The men's fashion industry is growing, and it's expected to reach $40 billion in 2019. But despite all the clothing being sold, many men are still confounded by the basic process of creating the perfect outfit. Well there may be a solution now. It's called Mylo and it lies in the palm of your hands.
The men's fashion industry is growing, and it's expected to reach $40 billion in 2019. But despite all the clothing being sold, many men are still confounded by the basic process of creating the perfect outfit. Well there may be a solution now. It's called Mylo and it lies in the palm of your hands.
Uber drops fares in NYC
Uber is making it cheaper for New Yorkers to get around. The car service app just announced it is cutting fares in the city. But not everyone's happy about it, especially taxi drivers.
Uber is making it cheaper for New Yorkers to get around. The car service app just announced it is cutting fares in the city. But not everyone's happy about it, especially taxi drivers.
Facebook announces stricter policy on firearms sales
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Facebook says it's cracking down on online gun sales, announcing Friday a new policy barring private individuals from advertising or selling firearms on the world's largest social network.
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Facebook says it's cracking down on online gun sales, announcing Friday a new policy barring private individuals from advertising or selling firearms on the world's largest social network.
Cyber thieves target Uber users for free rides
Uber users are the new target for cyber thieves looking to hack accounts for a free ride.
Uber users are the new target for cyber thieves looking to hack accounts for a free ride.
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Notorious B-I-Z: Master P shares business wisdom
He's a hip hop mogul, reality star, father, and entrepreneur, but today Master P is playing one of his favorite roles -- life coach -- and taking us along.
He's a hip hop mogul, reality star, father, and entrepreneur, but today Master P is playing one of his favorite roles -- life coach -- and taking us along.
Women billionaires
Oprah is one. So are fashion designer Tory Burch and Hewlett-Packard CEO Meg Whitman. We're talking about members of a very elite club: the billionaire's club.
Oprah is one. So are fashion designer Tory Burch and Hewlett-Packard CEO Meg Whitman. We're talking about members of a very elite club: the billionaire's club.
10 beach destinations that are trending
If you're tired of the dipping temperatures and high-piled snow, you might want to book yourself a trip to a beach destination before the next blizzard blows through town. If you need some help picking a figuratively hot place to go, KAYAK's 2016 Travel Hacker Guide has a top 10 list of trending beach destinations.
If you're tired of the dipping temperatures and high-piled snow, you might want to book yourself a trip to a beach destination before the next blizzard blows through town. If you need some help picking a figuratively hot place to go, KAYAK's 2016 Travel Hacker Guide has a top 10 list of trending beach destinations.
Airline refunds for Zika stricken countries
Two major U.S. airlines are offering refunds to passengers worried about the Zika virus outbreak in many tropical countries.
Two major U.S. airlines are offering refunds to passengers worried about the Zika virus outbreak in many tropical countries.
Oil prices tumble, but stocks trim losses after big slump
Another plunge in the price of crude oil sent stocks sharply lower on Wednesday. Energy companies led the way down Wednesday. Chevron fell 6 percent, the most in the Dow Jones industrial average.
Another plunge in the price of crude oil sent stocks sharply lower on Wednesday. Energy companies led the way down Wednesday. Chevron fell 6 percent, the most in the Dow Jones industrial average.
Whole Foods Recalls Frozen Pizza Products
The government has announced a recall of more than 73,898 pounds of pepperoni pizza products from Whole Foods, due to misbranding.
The government has announced a recall of more than 73,898 pounds of pepperoni pizza products from Whole Foods, due to misbranding.
High-tech heels
We can send a man to the moon, heat food in just seconds, and drive a car that virtually parks itself. Now we can also wear high fashion shoes that look great and feel great.
We can send a man to the moon, heat food in just seconds, and drive a car that virtually parks itself. Now we can also wear high fashion shoes that look great and feel great.
NJ Supreme Court won't review 'Borgata Babes' casino case
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey's highest court says an Atlantic City casino can regulate how much its cocktail waitresses weigh.
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey's highest court says an Atlantic City casino can regulate how much its cocktail waitresses weigh.