US poverty rate jumped in 2022, child poverty more than doubled: Census
(WASHINGTON) -- The poverty rate in the United States increased last year, the first increase in 13 years, according to the Census Bureau.In 2022,... Read More.
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How technologies are helping shape surge of worker strikes in US
(NEW YORK) -- A surge of work stoppages this year involving hundreds of thousands of employees has drawn attention to bold demands over wage... Read More.
New Apple iPhone features USB-C port, improved cameras
(NEW YORK) -- Apple released a new iPhone 15 model on Tuesday that offers a USB-C charging port and improved camera. A fresh version of... Read More.
DOJ set to take historic antitrust case against Google to trial
(WASHINGTON) -- The Justice Department's historic antitrust case against Google is set to go to trial Tuesday as the government seeks to prove the... Read More.
iPhone 15 release set to promise upgrades at steeper prices, analysts say
(NEW YORK) -- Apple is set to release a new iPhone 15 model on Tuesday that delivers upgrades but also increased prices for some... Read More.
The hottest electric vehicles are in China
(NEW YORK) -- The Zeekr 009 is every American's dream car. The ultra-luxe cabin comes with massage seats and satiny leather. Futuristic tech like... Read More.
Paqui pulls ‘One Chip Challenge’ from shelves as teen’s death investigated
(AUSTIN, Texas) -- Paqui, an Austin, Texas-based chip company famous for its viral Paqui "One Chip Challenge" product, is working with retailers to pull... Read More.
Disney narrows its lawsuit against DeSantis to focus on free speech
(NEW YORK) -- The Walt Disney Company narrowed the scope of its lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday to focus solely on... Read More.
Snapchat releases new safety measures for teens
(NEW YORK) -- Snapchat announced new safeguards on its app Thursday to protect teens against unwanted contact and malicious online interactions. The measures aim... Read More.
Airfare prices plummet: Prepare to book holiday travel soon
(NEW YORK) -- The cost of a plane ticket is plummeting: Experts say domestic airfare for the fall is down 29% from the summer."That's... Read More.
Hot chicken is back at Shake Shack with three new spicy menu items
(NEW YORK) -- Spicy foods deliver a unique feeling -- not to be confused with flavor -- and for those with pepper-preferential palates and... Read More.
What it’s like to ride in a self-driving taxi
(SAN FRANCISCO) -- With self-driving cars already here, San Francisco took another step forward recently, allowing companies to offer driverless taxi services in the... Read More.
