DeSantis takes over Disney district: ‘The corporate kingdom finally comes to an end’
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a bill that gives him control of Walt Disney World's self-governing district.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a bill that gives him control of Walt Disney World's self-governing district.
Pinellas SunRunner will be fare-free through November
The SunRunner launched back in October with the promise of free rides for six months, and officials announced Wednesday they will extend the fare-free service for an additional six months.
The SunRunner launched back in October with the promise of free rides for six months, and officials announced Wednesday they will extend the fare-free service for an additional six months.
Coffee meets olive oil: Starbucks' newest drinks are a taste of Italy
Chairman and CEO Howard Schultz came up with the idea after visiting Sicily in 2022 and noting how locals ingested a spoonful of olive oil on a daily basis.
Chairman and CEO Howard Schultz came up with the idea after visiting Sicily in 2022 and noting how locals ingested a spoonful of olive oil on a daily basis.
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.
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.
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.
Dozens of Bay Area charities to be impacted by end of AmazonSmile donation program
A global charity effort will soon come to end. Amazon is officially ending its charity donation program, AmazonSmile on February 20.
A global charity effort will soon come to end. Amazon is officially ending its charity donation program, AmazonSmile on February 20.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
DeSantis vows to have Disney pay its fair share of taxes: ‘There’s a new sheriff in town’
Governor Ron DeSantis pledged a new day is dawning at Disney.
Governor Ron DeSantis pledged a new day is dawning at Disney.
Tampa officer arrested for battery after 'bear' hugging woman and pushing her, police say
A Tampa officer was placed on administrative leave after he was arrested over the weekend, according to the police department.
A Tampa officer was placed on administrative leave after he was arrested over the weekend, according to the police department.
Netflix password-sharing crackdown details released
Netflix has said it plans to launch the paid-sharing system 'more broadly' later in Q1.
Netflix has said it plans to launch the paid-sharing system 'more broadly' later in Q1.
'Digital fentanyl': TikTok is 'addicting' for children, should be banned in schools, Florida official says
Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis called TikTok "useless" and in a statement said that Florida schools should take a stand against the application.
Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis called TikTok "useless" and in a statement said that Florida schools should take a stand against the application.
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.
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.
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.
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.