Jeff Bezos – AP Jeff Bezos wants you to know that Amazon is serious about tackling climate change. In the space of four days last week, his company launched a $2bn venture capital fund to invest in technologies that tackle carbon emissions, bought an electric self-driving car firm and revealed […]
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Guy Fieri Says He Doesn’t *Actually* Live Off Of Fried Cheeseburgers And Corndogs
Photo credit: NBC – Getty Images From Delish If you’re a fan of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives (and let’s be real, we all are!) you might already know that Guy Fieri has a dream job. He gets to travel the country finding the best food—much of which is fried and […]
15 best backyard activities for the whole family
Our editors independently selected these items because we think you will enjoy them and might like them at these prices. If you purchase something through our links, we may earn a commission. Pricing and availability are accurate as of publish time. Learn more about Shop TODAY. Summer is finally here, […]
This Miami startup offers ‘family on demand’ to seniors. The pandemic has boosted need
Salome Cuence-Alfonso knew she needed a job. But little did she know that the connections she’d make at this one would make her new job so rewarding that it didn’t even feel like work. In May, the 18-year-old started working for Papa, a Miami startup founded in 2016 that provides […]
Niu Technologies Stock Is a Perfect Play on Millennial Trends
If you’ve followed any technology trends over the last 10 years, you know very well that electric vehicles are all the rage. Thus, it’s no surprise that the space has expanded to include two-wheeled variants. And that’s great news for Niu Technologies (NASDAQ:NIU), which specializes in electric-powered scooters. Perhaps the […]
Advocates, experts warn against polling place reductions
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (AP) — With only one polling place open on election day this week in Louisville, Kentucky, voting went relatively smoothly compared with other recent primaries held amid the global pandemic. Does that mean other cities should consider the same in November? Voting rights groups say no. They caution […]
Online Mental-Health Care Shouldn’t End With the Pandemic
(Bloomberg Opinion) — It’s been a grim few months for the U.S., with some 120,000 Americans dead from Covid-19 and tens of millions out of work. So it’s no surprise that many are feeling on edge. As of early June, more than one in three Americans reported experiencing symptoms of […]
22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job
Earning extra money on the side can be easy when you know what types of opportunities to look for. Whether you want to pay off student loan debt, start saving for a big-ticket purchase or build up a fund for the future, finding one of the best side jobs out […]
Amazon Buys Driverless Startup Zoox, Cites Ride-Hailing Ambition
(Bloomberg) — When news broke last month that Amazon.com Inc. was interested in buying Zoox Inc., observers assumed the e-commerce giant was looking to automate its delivery fleet. After all, Amazon already invested in an electric truck maker and is a major buyer of everything from planes to diesel vehicles. […]
Quebec reopening bars and hotels, Ontario premier wants borders to stay closed
Yahoo News Canada is committed to providing our readers with the most accurate and recent information on all things coronavirus. We know things change quickly, including some possible information in this story. For the latest on COVID-19, we encourage our readers to consult online resources like Canada’s public health website, […]
Kentucky’s Election Wasn’t A Disaster, But It Exposed Problems In Pandemic-Era Voting
Kentucky voters turned out in record numbers for the primary election Tuesday, even as the threat of the novel coronavirus pandemic lingered, thanks to a hotly contested Democratic Senate race and an expanded vote-by-mail program, which generated unprecedented enthusiasm in Bluegrass State politics. More than 1.1 million voters likely cast ballots across […]
Online RFID enrollment now available
Just as the Metro Manila will be under general community quarantine (GCQ) starting June 1, expect the normal traffic condition back in the main road network leading to it. To cut the possible traffic situation—as well as bolster government efforts for cashless transactions—Autosweep RFID now offers a portal for online […]
100 Ways To Make Your Money Last Until You’re 100
The average American is expected to live to 79, which means that many people are living even longer. And when it comes to planning for retirement, it’s always better to be safe than sorry — which means it’s best to start making small (and large) changes now to make sure […]
LTFRB, LTO to feature online, cashless transactions
In accordance to the safety standards that they instilled, the Department of Transportation (DOTr), through the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) and the Land Transportation Office (LTO), will soon shift to online and cashless transactions. Starting Tuesday next week (June 16), the LTFRB will launch, in the National […]
30 Money Mistakes You’re Probably Making This Summer
Summer is usually a time to cut loose and have fun, and while you may not be traveling as much this year, there are still ways to enjoy the season. If you’re not careful, though, fun can lead to overspending and a multitude of other money mistakes. You certainly don’t […]
Racism Is America’s Pre-Existing Condition
(Bloomberg Opinion) — The protesters occupying America’s streets are rightly outraged over the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and so many others, and the chronic brutality those deaths exemplify. But their anger also reflects another malaise: the disparate impact of the coronavirus crisis on the country’s Black population. As […]
New York opens traffic-clogged streets to people during pandemic, the city’s latest redesign in times of dramatic change
Harvest Kitchen restaurant, on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, making use of New York City’s new policy of opening streets to walking, biking and dining. Ron Adar/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images On some normally congested New York City streets, cars are gone, replaced by diners tentatively returning to restaurants – though […]
Your Simple Guide to Buying a Bike Online
Photo credit: David Malan – Getty Images From Bicycling Buying a bike can be life changing. While we’re still in the middle of an ongoing pandemic, more and more people are turning to local bike shops to find their new mode of transportation. If your shop is low on options […]
In Fine Print, Airlines Make It Harder to Fight for Passenger Rights
As air travel reopens and flight bookings begin to creep up, AvGeeks — aviation geeks — and others may notice some new legalese in the fine print when they buy plane tickets. More and more carriers are adding clauses that require passengers to settle disputes with the airline in private […]