Disney-themed children’s figurines recalled due to choking hazard

The recall involves more than 16,000 “My First” Disney figurines. U.S. consumer safety officials said the arms and/or legs on the small toys can detach.

USF softball Bulls embrace former pitcher as assistant coach

The last two years, the Bulls have been blessed with the nation’s best pitcher, Georgina Corrick. She's now a grad assistant caoch, but the softball Bulls are still ready to swing for the fences.

Family forced to cancel vacation after venti-sized tipping error at Starbucks

A trip to Starbucks for two cups of coffee ended up costing an Oklahoma man $4,500, causing him to cancel other plans. The company later sent reimbursement checks.

Changes to Starbucks’ reward program kick in Monday — what to know

The number of “stars” needed to get certain food and drinks for free in the U.S. as part of Starbucks’ rewards program officially changes on Feb. 13.

SpaceX ignites giant Starship rocket in crucial pad test

SpaceX is a big step closer to sending its giant Starship spacecraft into orbit, completing an engine-firing test at the launch pad on Thursday.

Family shocked by $4,444 charge after Starbucks run

An Oklahoma man was buying coffee in a Starbucks drive-thru and was in disbelief when he later learned he was charged $4,444.44 while paying for his order.

'Toy Story' and 'Frozen' sequels in the works, Disney CEO reveals

Disney CEO Bob Iger made the announcement on an earnings call and said the company will have "more to share about these productions soon."

Disney to cut 7,000 jobs part of company restructuring, CEO Bob Iger announces

The Walt Disney Company will slash 7,000 jobs in an effort to cut costs and will be restructured into three core business segments, CEO Bob Iger revealed Wednesday during the company's first-quarter earnings call. 

Netflix releases update on password sharing

Netflix is planning to crack down on password sharing, including having subscribers pay more money to share their accounts with people not living in their household.

USF lands $4 million grant to create scholarships for new cybersecurity education program

In the age of technology, there’s a new university scholarship program helping to train people to fight cybercrime and fill the gaps in the cybersecurity industry in the US. 

Meta: Trump to be reinstated on Facebook, Instagram after 2-year ban

Facebook parent Meta says it will restore former President Donald Trump’s personal account in the coming weeks, ending a two-year suspension it imposed in the wake of the Jan. 6 insurrection.

USF point guard reaches new heights with the Bulls

What turned out to be one school's loss was USF's gain. USF head coach Brian Gregory now had a player he believed could be an elite scorer and a leader when point guard Tyler Harris joined the Bulls in Tampa.

TECO reaches solar power milestone

Three new Tampa Electric solar plants recently began producing electricity from the sun, helping the company reach a new milestone in its significant solar expansion, TECO announced this week.

No, Walt Disney will not appear on the $100 bill, a claim started as satire

The Bureau of Engraving and Printing, which produces U.S. paper currency, said it has no plans to ever feature any Walt Disney-related images, characters or icons.