Fantasy sports sites facing civil suits
Customers of the two biggest daily fantasy sports websites have filed at least four lawsuits against the sites in recent days, following cheating allegations and a probe into the largely-unregulated multi-billion dollar industry.
Customers of the two biggest daily fantasy sports websites have filed at least four lawsuits against the sites in recent days, following cheating allegations and a probe into the largely-unregulated multi-billion dollar industry.
Daily fantasy sports sites ordered to shut down in Nevada
Nevada regulators have ordered that daily fantasy sports sites shut down in the state. Gaming regulators banned the websites, saying the activity constitutes sports wagering, the Las Vegas Review-Journal is reporting.
Nevada regulators have ordered that daily fantasy sports sites shut down in the state. Gaming regulators banned the websites, saying the activity constitutes sports wagering, the Las Vegas Review-Journal is reporting.
Danny Meyer restaurants to ban tipping
Danny Meyer restaurants to ban tipping
Danny Meyer restaurants to ban tipping
Report: FBI investigating fantasy sports websites
Two members of New Jersey's Congressional delegation are pushing for federal authorities to take a closer look at fantasy sports leagues.
Two members of New Jersey's Congressional delegation are pushing for federal authorities to take a closer look at fantasy sports leagues.
The Perfect Fit: Casual looks for fall
The temperature is dropping, school is back in session, and that means a new casual wardrobe to get you through the fall. Details Magazine Fashion Director Matthew Marden breaks down casual dressing into a few go to looks, starting with a surprising choice: a suit, even for casual, because you can easily make a suit into several different outfits.
The temperature is dropping, school is back in session, and that means a new casual wardrobe to get you through the fall. Details Magazine Fashion Director Matthew Marden breaks down casual dressing into a few go to looks, starting with a surprising choice: a suit, even for casual, because you can easily make a suit into several different outfits.
Dole bagged spinach recall
California-based Dole Fresh Vegetables is voluntarily recalling some cases of bagged spinach because a random sample test turned up Salmonella, according to the FDA. The recall only affects 8-ounce bags of Dole Spinach salad with a Friday, October 15, "Enjoy By" date and the UPCs A27409B and A27409A.
California-based Dole Fresh Vegetables is voluntarily recalling some cases of bagged spinach because a random sample test turned up Salmonella, according to the FDA. The recall only affects 8-ounce bags of Dole Spinach salad with a Friday, October 15, "Enjoy By" date and the UPCs A27409B and A27409A.
Uber begins deliveries
Uber is officially entering the same-day delivery competition with its UberRush service in New York, San Francisco and Chicago on Wednesday. But don't expect to see Uber town cars ferrying packages around in their trunks in New York at least. The service for small businesses, which has been tested in New York for about a year, is primarily via bike messengers in that city. They'll be done by car in Chicago and a combo in San Francisco.
Uber is officially entering the same-day delivery competition with its UberRush service in New York, San Francisco and Chicago on Wednesday. But don't expect to see Uber town cars ferrying packages around in their trunks in New York at least. The service for small businesses, which has been tested in New York for about a year, is primarily via bike messengers in that city. They'll be done by car in Chicago and a combo in San Francisco.
Have $5? You can invest with Stash app
A brand new app out October 14 makes it easier than ever to become an investor. It's called Stash and to get started you just need two minutes, $5, and a cell phone. Co-founders David Ronick, Ed Robinson, and Brandon Krieg created the Stash app in New York City, with the goal of getting more people to put their money in the markets.
A brand new app out October 14 makes it easier than ever to become an investor. It's called Stash and to get started you just need two minutes, $5, and a cell phone. Co-founders David Ronick, Ed Robinson, and Brandon Krieg created the Stash app in New York City, with the goal of getting more people to put their money in the markets.
Maple Grove teen learns expensive lesson about co-signed accounts
Maple Grove teen learns an expensive lesson about co-signed accounts
Maple Grove teen learns an expensive lesson about co-signed accounts
Apple could owe UW-Madison $862M in patent lawsuit
A U.S. jury found on Tuesday that Apple Inc. could owe the University of Wisconsin-Madison up to $862 million in damages after it used technology owned by the university’s licensing arm without permission in chips found in iPhones and iPads.
A U.S. jury found on Tuesday that Apple Inc. could owe the University of Wisconsin-Madison up to $862 million in damages after it used technology owned by the university’s licensing arm without permission in chips found in iPhones and iPads.
Volkswagen discloses new suspect software
Volkswagen has disclosed to U.S. regulators that there's additional suspect software in its 2016 diesel models that would potentially help exhaust systems run cleaner during government tests.
Volkswagen has disclosed to U.S. regulators that there's additional suspect software in its 2016 diesel models that would potentially help exhaust systems run cleaner during government tests.
Oregon man finds dead rodent in Subway sandwich
Rats may like pizza left in the New York subway, but mice seem to might prefer sandwiches from Subway restaurants. An Oregon man ordered a sandwich at Subway in Lincoln City last week and got a got a little something extra he wasn’t expecting.
Rats may like pizza left in the New York subway, but mice seem to might prefer sandwiches from Subway restaurants. An Oregon man ordered a sandwich at Subway in Lincoln City last week and got a got a little something extra he wasn’t expecting.
Jamaican lottery scam costs Americans millions
Sophisticated crooks are using a phone and computer to take victims for millions. And this goes way beyond your run-of-the-mill scam operation. Law enforcement said the scam has got major ties to international organized crime. The so-called Jamaican lottery scam is an offshore scheme that robs the most vulnerable Americans of more than $300 million. As the illegal profits continue to rise, so does the death toll.
Sophisticated crooks are using a phone and computer to take victims for millions. And this goes way beyond your run-of-the-mill scam operation. Law enforcement said the scam has got major ties to international organized crime. The so-called Jamaican lottery scam is an offshore scheme that robs the most vulnerable Americans of more than $300 million. As the illegal profits continue to rise, so does the death toll.
SCAM: Charlotte home listed on Zillow not for sale
The family living in this house in Ballantyne, are no strangers to random visits from people and real estate agents who's clients are interested in this home. Catherine Polka said “A lot of people coming to my door, a lot of realtors coming to my door." In fact, Polka knows the routine like the back of her hand. People turn the corner, and stare as if looking for a house number, then circle around in the cul-de-sac.
The family living in this house in Ballantyne, are no strangers to random visits from people and real estate agents who's clients are interested in this home. Catherine Polka said “A lot of people coming to my door, a lot of realtors coming to my door." In fact, Polka knows the routine like the back of her hand. People turn the corner, and stare as if looking for a house number, then circle around in the cul-de-sac.
Unlimited vacation may not be all that great
Imagine your boss decides to give you unlimited vacation days. LinkedIn is the latest company to offer employees unlimited time off. The online networking company follows Netflix, Virgin and Groupon that tried the same thing. It is known as "discretionary time off."
Imagine your boss decides to give you unlimited vacation days. LinkedIn is the latest company to offer employees unlimited time off. The online networking company follows Netflix, Virgin and Groupon that tried the same thing. It is known as "discretionary time off."
Lap of Luxury: Crystal Cruises
This week on the Lap of Luxury, we visit the Crystal Symphony cruise ship, docked right in New York City. Crystal Cruises has been named the World's Best cruise line for 20 years in a row. So what makes their ships so special? Crystal CEO & President, Edie Rodriguez says it's simple: the Crystal service delivered day in and day out.
This week on the Lap of Luxury, we visit the Crystal Symphony cruise ship, docked right in New York City. Crystal Cruises has been named the World's Best cruise line for 20 years in a row. So what makes their ships so special? Crystal CEO & President, Edie Rodriguez says it's simple: the Crystal service delivered day in and day out.
Freelancing tips: success in the gig economy
Over 50 million Americans have given up their 9-to-5 jobs in favor of freelance work, but Faisal Hoque, entrepreneur and author of "Survive to Thrive," says while anyone can go out on their own, it's important to do your homework before jumping head-first into the gig economy, especially when it comes to money.
Over 50 million Americans have given up their 9-to-5 jobs in favor of freelance work, but Faisal Hoque, entrepreneur and author of "Survive to Thrive," says while anyone can go out on their own, it's important to do your homework before jumping head-first into the gig economy, especially when it comes to money.
High-tech firm's plans to make drones in NY spark questions
RIVERHEAD, N.Y. (AP) — A company that plans to manufacture solar-powered drones has just acquired 16.3 acres on eastern Long Island. The site is where a defense contractor once tested fighter jets for the U.S. military. Because it has two runways, questions are being raised about whether the drones will be used to beam Internet service from the sky.
RIVERHEAD, N.Y. (AP) — A company that plans to manufacture solar-powered drones has just acquired 16.3 acres on eastern Long Island. The site is where a defense contractor once tested fighter jets for the U.S. military. Because it has two runways, questions are being raised about whether the drones will be used to beam Internet service from the sky.
Who owns hip hop?
Diddy is still all about the Benjamins. Forbes says he is the biggest money maker in hip hop despite not doing much performing. In search of the music, the message and the artists who articulate their life experiences on the mic, I came to the Bronx to ask the question: Who owns hip hop?
Diddy is still all about the Benjamins. Forbes says he is the biggest money maker in hip hop despite not doing much performing. In search of the music, the message and the artists who articulate their life experiences on the mic, I came to the Bronx to ask the question: Who owns hip hop?
GM recalls SUVs, tells owners not to use windshield wipers
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors is telling owners of some SUVs not to use their windshield wipers because an electrical short could cause the wiper motor to catch fire.
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors is telling owners of some SUVs not to use their windshield wipers because an electrical short could cause the wiper motor to catch fire.