'COVID bandit' strikes again: Customer gives $200 to each worker at Colorado diner
A person using the alias “COVID bandit” handed all 34 employees $200, spending a total of $6,400.
Study suggests money can buy happiness — perhaps more than previously thought
The Wharton School study found there was no dollar value at which money stopped mattering to a person’s well-being, contrary to influential research that found happiness plateaued around $75,000 a year.
Cherokee chief asks Jeep to stop using its tribe's name
“I’m sure this comes from a place that is well-intended, but it does not honor us by having our name plastered on the side of a car,” Chief Chuck Hoskin said.
Jameson Whiskey paying fans $50 to take off work on St. Patrick's Day
In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, Jameson is encouraging people to take "SPTO" (St. Patrick's time off) to kick back and celebrate on March 17, 2021.
Ford asks dealers to loan new F-150s to Texans to power homes amid historic cold
After a Texas resident posted a photo of his F-150 helping him charge appliances and keeping his home warm, Ford asked dealers in the state to loan out the trucks to others struggling to stay warm.
Nestle debuting first vegan KitKat bar this year
KitKat V, Nestle's new plant-based alternative, is certified vegan and made from 100% sustainable cocoa.
Alcohol to-go may be here to stay in Florida
For some struggling restaurants, selling alcoholic drinks to-go has been a lifeline during the pandemic. The governor started allowing it last March and now some lawmakers are trying to make it permanent.
Krispy Kreme to offer 'Mars Doughnut' in honor of Perseverance Rover landing
The "Mars Doughnut" will be available for one day only on Feb. 18, at participating Krispy Kreme locations.
CROWN Act would protect workers, students from discrimination based on hairstyle
Several states have already adopted similar bills into law and a lawmaker from Orlando hopes Florida will be next.
Buffets back open in Ohio despite pandemic safety concerns
The buffet is back open at restaurants and bars throughout Ohio, but with cautionary self-service measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
Valentine's Day deals to savor at restaurants, fast food chains
Restaurants and fast-food chains across the country are catering to food lovers this Valentine’s Day with sweet deals bound to attract appetites everywhere.
McDonald’s is bringing back fan-favorite Hi-C Orange Lavaburst this summer following customer outcry
Back by popular demand, Hi-C Orange Lavaburst will soon be available at select McDonald’s locations across the country.
Tillamook offering 40-pound blocks of cheddar just before Valentine’s Day
The cheesemaker is celebrating its 112th birthday on National Cheddar Day.
Recipes: Dr. BBQ's feast inspired by the Daytona 500
This year, drivers at Daytona will "start their engines" on Valentine’s Day. It's NASCAR's premiere event and Dr. BBQ is a huge race fan, so fasten your seat belts and get ready for a sweetheart of a feast.
DeSantis blasts idea of travel restrictions as COVID-19 variant surges in Florida
The federal government is considering new rules and potentially new restrictions on domestic travel that could impact Floridians -- an idea that Gov. Ron DeSantis called "purely a political attack against the people of Florida."
Romance on the road: Married couple traded in home for RV to travel the U.S.
After three decades together, Karl and Carol Riley made a life-changing and adventurous decision. Where will they head to next? Wherever they want -- together.
Coke debuts first new bottle size in a decade, and it's made from recycled plastics
Coca-Cola is offering a new drink size for the first time in a decade - and with packaging that’s made from 100% recycled plastic.
‘Pearl Milling Company’ takes place of Aunt Jemima logo in brand update
Pepsi Co. announced that starting in June, the Pearl Milling Company logo will be replacing Aunt Jemima on its pancake mixes and syrups.
Couple carves their own life-size red Ferrari out of snow
A couple of sports car enthusiasts in Lithuania decided if you can’t buy a multi-million dollar vehicle, build one in the snow.
Recipe: All-in-one Buffalo wing dip
Buffalo chicken wings are absolutely a Super Bowl staple. But they can be messy and hard to make. So why not combine all those awesome flavors into one easy-to-eat dip?