Pandemic causing pet food shortages

Some pet shops and companies say they are dealing with a shortage in the supply of food for cats and dogs.

More than 2,000 pounds of frozen pasta products recalled over lack of inspection

More than 2,000 pounds of meat and poultry ravioli and tortellini items made by Avanza Pasta are being recalled because they were made without inspection, the FSIS said.

Brooklyn tattoo shop uses disappearing ink

Six years, 60 ink formulations, and one pandemic later, three people took a leap of faith and opened a vanishing-tattoo parlor.

NYC grocery delivery business promises fast service

Fridge No More promises hyper-local grocery delivery in 15 minutes or less, with no minimums and no delivery fees. Customers can opt to tip delivery persons.

Hand sanitizer recalled because containers resemble water bottles

This isn't the first time the agency has raised concern over the packaging of sanitizers amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Long Island homeowners brace for flood insurance hikes

Sen. Chuck Schumer has objected to a FEMA plan to revise federal flood insurance rates. Some Long Island homeowners say they are worried they could face huge hikes in their insurance rates.

JetBlue may move headquarters from New York

JetBlue Airways was founded in Queens more than two decades ago. But due to the shift to working from home, the airline is considering rethinking its real estate needs.

Billionaires' Row closing might suggest NYC luxury rebound

A luxury home in the same New York City skyscraper where America’s most expensive home was purchased has sold on Billionaire's Row.

NYC apartment hunting through TikTok

Real estate broker Alexander Zahkarin, who has more than 78,000 followers on TikTok, says the platform is a great way to showcase his listings.

Costco facing cheese shortage amid imported food shipping delays

Costco is having difficulty stocking up on imported cheeses due to a shortage of shipping containers, which is causing delays in the shipment of wheels of the charcuterie staple among other imported foods.

Unilever drops word ‘normal’ from beauty products in push for inclusivity

Unilever, which owns many beauty and personal care brands like Dove and Simple, will drop the word “normal” from its products in an effort to broaden the definition of beauty.

KIA owners should park their cars outside due to fire risk, company says

The South Korean auto company is telling owners they should park their cars outside due to concerns of an engine compartment fire. The Sportage and Cadenza models are being recalled over the issue.

Renters want amenities
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People looking for a new place to live in the New York area really want amenities. And landlords are giving them what they want. A pair of buildings in New Jersey offers a movie theater, a bowling center, a swimming pool, and more.

Mom warns other parents after toddler dies from swallowing button battery

A Texas mother is warning other parents after her 17-month-old toddler died last month after swallowing a battery, which started to erode while inside her body.

NY commercial real estate market battered by COVID-19

Between empty storefronts, office buildings and businesses hanging on by a thread, New York City's commercial real estate market has been left reeling from the COVID-19 pandemic.