Uber said it is cutting about 10% of its workforce as part of a companywide reorganization aimed at simplifying management layers and speeding decision-making. The move affects roughly 3,300 jobs and comes as Uber says its rapid growth has created more complexity across the business. Continue Reading
A newly highlighted study adds to evidence that mentally passive sedentary habits, especially prolonged TV viewing, may be tied to a higher dementia risk. Researchers say the concern is not simply sitting, but how that time is spent. Continue Reading
In New York, the difference between a tax-free bagel and a taxable one often comes down to how it is served. The rule reflects a larger sales-tax principle: groceries are generally exempt, while prepared food is not. Continue Reading
Jacques Pépin’s approach to scrambled eggs centers on one step many home cooks skip: holding back a little raw egg and stirring it in at the end. The method, highlighted in recent food coverage, is designed to stop overcooking and keep the eggs soft. Continue Reading
Labor Day grocery value is splitting along clear lines in 2026: discount chains and coupon-heavy supermarkets are offering the strongest holiday-week savings, while warehouse clubs still make sense mainly for bulk buyers. Here is where the verified deals and store policies point shoppers this week. Continue Reading
Salad and Go has permanently closed all of its remaining restaurants, ending the fast-casual chain’s run in Nevada after a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. The shutdown left the state with no remaining Salad and Go locations as of August 5, 2026. Continue Reading
Indiana’s first Buc-ee’s is closer to reality, but the project still hinges on a Greenwood Common Council vote set for September 9, 2025. The proposal would bring a 74,000-square-foot travel center with 120 fueling positions, pending final rezoning approval. Continue Reading
Trader Joe’s still has a loyal following, but recalls, discontinued items, labor disputes, and product availability issues have given some shoppers new reasons to look elsewhere. Recent federal safety notices and the company’s own statements help explain the shift. Continue Reading
A plain cheeseburger is the clearest test of any fast food chain’s standards. After comparing seven major players on flavor, texture, freshness, and value, only two delivered the kind of burger worth ordering again. Continue Reading
A birthday celebration at Blu on the Hudson in Weehawken, New Jersey, drew attention after a dessert arrived with the words “Happy Wheel Chair Birthday!” The restaurant said the wording stemmed from an internal seating notation that was mistakenly written on the plate. Continue Reading