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Mars Drops Uncle Ben's, Reveals New Name for Rice Brand
The Uncle Ben's rice brand is getting a new name: Ben's Original.
Signs of an 'October Vaccine Surprise' Alarm Career Scientists
If the executive branch were to overrule the FDA's scientific judgment, a vaccine of limited efficacy and, worse, unknown side effects could be rushed to market.
Hollywood Unions, Studios Agree on Rules to Start Production
Hollywood's unions announced Monday that they have reached an agreement on pandemic protocols with major studios that will allow the broad resumption of production of films and television after six months of stagnant sets and widespread unemployment.
Micosoft Will Buy Video Game Maker ZeniMax for $7.5 Billion
Microsoft is buying the company behind popular video games The Elder Scrolls, Doom and Fallout.
'Queer to Stay' Announces Funding Recipients to Support LGBTQ Businesses
This week, the Human Rights Campaign and Showtime announced the recipients of its "Queer to Stay: An LGBTQ+ Business Preservation Initiative," which, among other recipients, includes Denver-based Blush & Blu.
Park MGM and NoMad Las Vegas Reopen as Strip's First Smoke-Free Resort
It took a pandemic with high incidence of respiratory symptoms to nudge Las Vegas toward a smoke-free environment, but Park MGM and NoMad Las Vegas are hopefully setting a trend that other casinos and resorts will soon follow.
US Bans Wechat, Tiktok from App Stores, Threatens Shutdowns
The U.S. Commerce Department said Friday it will ban Chinese-owned TikTok and WeChat from U.S. app stores on Sunday and will bar the apps from accessing essential internet services in the U.S.
US Banning Use of WeChat, TikTok for National Security
The U.S. will ban the downloads of the Chinese apps TikTok and WeChat on Sunday, with a total ban on the use of the latter, citing national security and data privacy concerns.
Federal Suit Claims Grocery Chain Fired Employees Who Wouldn't Wear 'Gay' Apron
A federal agency is suing Kroger's grocery chain, claiming that the company discriminated against the religious convictions of two employees who refused to wear aprons embroidered with "gay" hearts.
John Boyega Quits Perfume Ambassador Role Over Chinese Ad
Black actor John Boyega has stepped down from his role as a global ambassador for perfume brand Jo Malone after the company decided to hire a Chinese actor to replace him in an ad he created.
Chick-fil-A: No Longer Seeking Lease at San Antonio Airport
Chick-fil-A said it no longer plans to open a restaurant in the San Antonio airport.
Netflix's 'Cuties' Becomes Target of Politicized Backlash
The backlash to the French independent film "Mignonnes," or "Cuties," started before it had even been released because of a poster that went viral for its provocative depiction of its young female actors.
TikTok Owner Picks Oracle Over Microsoft as US Tech Partner
The owner of TikTok has chosen Oracle over Microsoft as the American tech partner that could help keep the popular video-sharing app running in the U.S., according to a person familiar with the deal who was not authorized to speak publicly about it.
Perfume Brand Says Cutting John Boyega from Ad was Misstep
British perfume brand Jo Malone has apologized to Black actor John Boyega of "Star Wars" fame after cutting him out of the Chinese version of a cologne commercial he helped create.
Millennial Money: 6 Great Recession Lessons that Still Apply
The Great Recession demolished jobs across the U.S., and it eventually came for mine, too. After graduating in 2009, I worked four months as an entry-level executive assistant at a nonprofit before being laid off.
Kiss and Tell: Burger King & Ronald McDonald Lock Lips for Pride Ad
A Finnish ad campaign celebrating LGBTQ Pride features two fast-food giants' mascots locking lips.
Liz Weston: Some Remote Workers May Be in for Tax Surprise
If the pandemic caused you to relocate across state lines, even temporarily, the next surprise could be having to file an extra tax return and potentially pay more taxes.
Millennial Money: When Debt Relief Does More Harm than Good
In a crisis, long-term planning may lose out to quick and dirty solutions — regardless of the consequences. Before you hit a moment of crisis decision-making, understand how to think through debt relief options.
Judge Rules in Case Involving Examining Photo of Jon Hamm's Bulge
A New York City judge ruled Thursday that the Huffington Post did not break copyright law when it published a photo Jon Hamm and his pants bulge.
Liz Weston: Why Taking Social Security Early Costs Too Much
Starting Social Security early typically means getting a smaller benefit for the rest of your life. The penalty is steep: Someone who applies this year at age 62 would see their monthly benefit check reduced by nearly 30%.