Business News
The Scam Artist Who Robbed Backstreet Boys and NSYNC Blind. ‘Some of the Guys Couldn’t Pay Their Car Payment.’
In the 1990s, Lou Pearlman made millions creating the Backstreet Boys and NSYNC. It was all a giant Ponzi scheme.
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This Is Where Subway’s Co-Founder Left Half of His Fortune
Dr. Peter Buck left only 50% of his company to his two sons after he died last year, according to a new report. The other half will go to charity.
Entrepreneurs
Frontier Airlines Just Announced Its All-You-Can-Fly Summer Pass for $399. What’s the Catch?
As travel begins to pick up, the airline hopes unlimited travel will jumpstart its business.
Business News
FedEx and UPS Will Soon Be Flying Pilotless Planes. How Safe Are They?
The autonomous cargo aircraft cut carbon emissions by half.
Business News
Survey: A Majority of Americans Are Living Paycheck to Paycheck
Sixty-four percent of U.S. consumers live paycheck to paycheck — even those who earn more than $100,000 a year.
Business News
These Two Cars Are Stolen So Often Insurance Won’t Cover Them
Progressive and State Farm have dropped some older Hyundai and Kia models after learning that a design flaw makes them easy to start without a key.
Business Operations & Logistics
In a Viral TikTok, An Ex-YouTube Employee Talks About Getting Laid Off During a Business Trip
Kimberly Díaz was left stranded in Florida with no access to her business account.
Online Presence
The Woman Photographed In a Sleeping Bag at Twitter HQ Is Now One of the Company’s Most ‘Influential Leaders.’
After Esther Crawford shared a photo of herself sleeping on the floor, she became one of Elon Musk's insiders.
Business News
Bill Gates Invests In Food That Stops Cows From Burping
Bovine belching releases billions of pounds of methane gas into the atmosphere. Rumin8 food additives aim to block the burps.
Business News
Pamela Anderson’s New Netflix Documentary Reveals Some Surprising Secrets
The former Baywatch actress bares all — some are unhappy about it.
Business News
Sauna Village, Anyone? The Great Northern Festival Wants to Make Cold Weather Cool.
The Twin Cities will host a 10-day immersive event featuring activities to inspire awareness and action around winter.
Business News
Netflix Is About to Lay Down a Stricter Policy That ‘Won’t Be a Universally Popular Move’
The company announces it will be cracking down on account sharing in the coming months.
Business News
This Is the Biggest Lie People Put on Their Resume
A new survey says one in three people have lied during the hiring process. Are you one of them?
Business News
Man Attempts to Kidnap Barista at a Coffee Shop Drive-Thru Window
The scary incident occurred in Auburn, Washington. A suspect is now in custody.
Tech
Toyota Transforms Some Classic Cars to Run on Electricity and Hydrogen
Restomods of the Sprinter Trueno and Corolla Levin were showcased at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2023.
Business News
The ‘Best Job’ of 2023 Pays $120,000. What Is It?
U.S. News & World Report released its annual rankings— and there were some surprises.
Business News
Bill Gates Shuts Down Conspiracy Theory About Owning Farmland. No ‘Grand Scheme Involved.’
The billionaire has purchased 270,00 acres and many want to know why.
Business Legal
Employee Must Pay Back Her Company After Computer ‘Bossware’ Catches Her Slacking Off
A Canadian court finds a woman guilty of 'time theft.' Critics call the company's actions spying.
Business News
In-N-Out Burger Is Moving East. Is It Coming to Your State?
The iconic hamburger chain announces that it will be opening up a new corporate hub and restaurants in Tennessee.
Business News
Elon Musk Sets a New Guinness World Record — But He Can’t Be Happy About This One
One of the richest men in the world is also the biggest money loser.
Business News
Will There Be a Nationwide Ban on Gas Stoves? Safety Agency Says It’s ‘On the Table.’
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has concerns that natural fuel stoves cause childhood asthma and other health problems.
Business News
Walmart Pulls ‘KKK’ Boots Off Its Website. ‘The Item Is Inconsistent With Our Values.’
The Harsuny Men's Tactical Military Hiking Ankle Boot Outdoor Trekking Shoes have a red 'KKK' emblazoned on their tongue.
Sustainability
New Luxury Space Capsule Takes Passengers to Edge of Earth’s Atmosphere — Where They Can Enjoy Cocktails and Killer Views
The net-zero Spaceship Neptune ascends 100,000 feet into the sky via SpaceBalloon. Trips are sold out until 2025.
Online Presence
Author Fakes Suicide And Returns Two Years Later. Was It All a Marketing Ploy?
Romance writer Susan Meachen's family announced her death by suicide in 2020, but the author popped up on Facebook earlier this week. The book world is outraged.
Business News
Tech CEO Arrested for Peeping on Customer in Panera Bread Bathroom. ‘He Stuck His Head Underneath the Stall to Look at Her.’
California Police apprehended Eduardo Moreno, 35, the CEO of SeaDrone, for Peeping Tom crimes at Panera Bread in Silicon Valley.
Business News
Walking in Memphis? Don’t Bother — These Are the 5 Best (and Worst) Cities to Live Without a Car in 2023.
A new survey ranked the 200 best and worst cities to live without wheels. Some of the results are surprising.
Sustainability
Experts Predict ‘Greenhushing’ Will Be a Big Eco-Trend In 2023. What Is It?
Companies have become more reticent about publicizing their sustainability accomplishments.
Online Presence
Greta Thunberg Twitter Feud May Have Led to Alleged Sex Trafficker’s Arrest. “What Happens When You Don’t Recycle Your Pizza Boxes.”
The eco-activist's tweet went viral after lashing back at a taunt from Andrew Tate. The next day, Tate and his brother were arrested for sex trafficking. Is a pizza box to blame?
Entrepreneurs
Most New Year’s Resolutions Fail — But Here Are 5 You’ll Actually Keep
Many of us will set unrealistic or vague goals for 2023 that we give up on far too quickly. Here's what Ted Talks star Amy Morin says to do instead.
Tech
You Can Get $7500 for Buying an EV. But You Need to Act Fast.
Tax credits for electric vehicles kick in on January 1. But the source requirements won't go into effect until March, giving buyers a better chance to qualify.
