Toys R Us founder Charles Lazarus dies as stores prepare to close
Charles P. Lazarus, the World War II veteran who founded Toys R Us six decades ago and transformed it into an iconic piece of Americana, died at age 94, a week after the chain announced it was going out of business.
Charles P. Lazarus, the World War II veteran who founded Toys R Us six decades ago and transformed it into an iconic piece of Americana, died at age 94, a week after the chain announced it was going out of business.
Starbucks offers sparkling Crystal Ball Frappucino for buzz
NEW YORK (AP) - Starbucks, thirsty for some social media magic, is releasing its latest sugary concoction: the fortune-telling Crystal Ball Frappucino. The sparkling candy sprinkles-festooned drink will be available for five days in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. It follows similar limited-time drinks, such as the coffee chain's color-changing Unicorn Frappuccino.
NEW YORK (AP) - Starbucks, thirsty for some social media magic, is releasing its latest sugary concoction: the fortune-telling Crystal Ball Frappucino. The sparkling candy sprinkles-festooned drink will be available for five days in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. It follows similar limited-time drinks, such as the coffee chain's color-changing Unicorn Frappuccino.
Frontier grilled about 911 service outage
As executives from Frontier Communications tried to explain the service outage that crippled 911 centers across the region in January, Hillsborough County Commissioner Victor Crist came out swinging.
As executives from Frontier Communications tried to explain the service outage that crippled 911 centers across the region in January, Hillsborough County Commissioner Victor Crist came out swinging.
New 12-foot-wide mattress, big enough to fit your entire family
Go on any parenting blog and you'll be sure to find plenty of strong opinions on co-sleeping, also known as family bed-sharing.
Go on any parenting blog and you'll be sure to find plenty of strong opinions on co-sleeping, also known as family bed-sharing.
Claire's, the ear-piercing mall chain, files for bankruptcy
NEW YORK (AP) - Claire's, the mall chain that has pierced the ears of millions of teens, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
NEW YORK (AP) - Claire's, the mall chain that has pierced the ears of millions of teens, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Google: Oreo O's most popular cereal in US
Oreo O's cereal has claimed the title of the most popular cereal in the United States.
Oreo O's cereal has claimed the title of the most popular cereal in the United States.
Toys R Us could close all stores
Financial woes are continuing for toy giant Toys R Us and it may be ready to give up and close the doors on all of its stores in the United States and liquidate its merchandise.
Financial woes are continuing for toy giant Toys R Us and it may be ready to give up and close the doors on all of its stores in the United States and liquidate its merchandise.
Random, terrifying laughter from Amazon's Alexa creeps out its users
Amazon’s Alexa apparently has been malfunctioning -- and it's caused quite a shock.
Amazon’s Alexa apparently has been malfunctioning -- and it's caused quite a shock.
United Airlines requiring employees to attend compassion training
A major airline carrier has not been receiving high marks in customer service in recent years, but is hoping a new program will help change that.
A major airline carrier has not been receiving high marks in customer service in recent years, but is hoping a new program will help change that.
Consumers warned about fake iPhones sold online
People on the hunt for a deal might consider buying a used smartphone. But many times those cheap devices are too good to be true.
People on the hunt for a deal might consider buying a used smartphone. But many times those cheap devices are too good to be true.
Equifax finds additional 2.4 million impacted by 2017 breach
Equifax says an additional 2.4 million Americans were impacted by last year's data breach, however these newly disclosed consumers had significantly less personal information stolen.
Equifax says an additional 2.4 million Americans were impacted by last year's data breach, however these newly disclosed consumers had significantly less personal information stolen.
Shamrock Shake returns to McDonald's today
Shamrock Shake fans should no longer be green with envy (or anticipation), as the iconic milkshake has officially returned to select menus nationwide.
Shamrock Shake fans should no longer be green with envy (or anticipation), as the iconic milkshake has officially returned to select menus nationwide.
How to go after robocallers
Audio recordings of the robocalls illustrate the growing frustration Michelle Robertson felt, each time she got a call from her student loan provider.
Audio recordings of the robocalls illustrate the growing frustration Michelle Robertson felt, each time she got a call from her student loan provider.
Propose at Panera on Valentine's Day and they may cater your wedding
Popping the BIG question on Valentine's Day? If you get engaged at Panera Bread they may cater your wedding reception!
Popping the BIG question on Valentine's Day? If you get engaged at Panera Bread they may cater your wedding reception!
Gas-hedging website MyGallons.com is ending
It was a gas-hedging website that promised customers they could buy gas when prices were low and redeem those gallons when prices went higher.
It was a gas-hedging website that promised customers they could buy gas when prices were low and redeem those gallons when prices went higher.
Cadbury hiring chocolate taste testers
Chocoholics, it’s your lucky day — you could now be paid to eat chocolate for a living.
Chocoholics, it’s your lucky day — you could now be paid to eat chocolate for a living.
Amazon to deliver groceries from Whole Foods for Prime members
Amazon is bringing its speedy delivery to Whole Foods. The online retail giant plans to roll out two-hour delivery at the organic grocer this year to those who pay for Amazon's $99-a-year Prime membership.
Amazon is bringing its speedy delivery to Whole Foods. The online retail giant plans to roll out two-hour delivery at the organic grocer this year to those who pay for Amazon's $99-a-year Prime membership.
Hooters will give you free wings on Valentine's Day if you shred a picture of your ex
Hooters restaurant is helping single people celebrate Valentine’s Day right. The restaurant, known for their chicken and formerly for their scantily clad employees, is offering the opportunity once again to shred a picture of your terrible, horrible, no good ex-significant other — and receive a free plate of wings.
Hooters restaurant is helping single people celebrate Valentine’s Day right. The restaurant, known for their chicken and formerly for their scantily clad employees, is offering the opportunity once again to shred a picture of your terrible, horrible, no good ex-significant other — and receive a free plate of wings.
Say it with Beef: Beef Jerky "Broquet" for Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. If you’re interested for new, unusual gift ideas for the "carnivore" in your life, you might want to check out a Beef Jerky Bouquet.
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. If you’re interested for new, unusual gift ideas for the "carnivore" in your life, you might want to check out a Beef Jerky Bouquet.
TIA holds job fair to fill multiple positions
The Tampa International Airport is hiring and hopes interested job seekers will attend its job fair.
The Tampa International Airport is hiring and hopes interested job seekers will attend its job fair.