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Elon Musk says he’s sold $2M worth of ‘Burnt Hair’ perfume on first day

Karu F. Daniels — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 22:16:05 +0000

The world’s richest man (according to Forbes) apparently wants his fans to smell the sweet scent of success with his latest venture, which he refers to as “the finest fragrance on Earth!”

What’s next in the culinary world: 3 Wine & Food Festival chefs predict the next food trends

Muri Assunção — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 20:08:40 +0000

These chefs don’t need to read tea leaves to predict the next food trends. From Chicago-style sandwiches to African rice, here are some trends we can expect to see, both at the New York City Wine & Food Festival, and beyond.

Local chain, Variety Coffee Roasters, has something special percolating for 2022 New York Coffee Festival

Karu F. Daniels — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Gavin Compton, owner of the Variety Coffee Roasters chain, will introduce a tropical cocktail flavored drink to attendees of the first mass coffee klatch since 2019.

New York Coffee Festival back on the grind with robust post-pandemic event

Karu F. Daniels — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000

During the three-day event — taking place Oct. 7 through Oct. 9 — coffee aficionados will get a chance to sample unlimited coffee, hear live music performances, learn about latte art, and sit in on educational lab sessions about new developments in the industry.

Iman is ‘disappointed’ with Kanye West’s ‘White Lives Matter’ stance

Karu F. Daniels — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 20:49:46 +0000

One of the fashion world’s original symbols of “Black Lives Matter” is giving a thumbs down to Kanye West’s latest faux pas.

Desus Nice continues solo act, this time as host of NYC’s Food Education Fest

Karu F. Daniels — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:42:23 +0000

"It’s the cliché of Hollywood, you know, where those NDAs are pretty strong, and you can’t talk about what you’re working on until they come out," the former "Black Enterprise" magazine columnist said. "But rest assured your boy Desus is booked and busy.”

Pfizer, BioNTech ask FDA to approve omicron-targeting booster for kids ages 5-11

Peter Sblendorio — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 14:35:51 +0000

The 10-milligram booster dose is designed to combat the BA.4 and BA.5 strains of COVID-19 that currently cause the most cases of the deadly virus.

Bronx native’s artwork featured on Banza’s Masterpiece’zas pizza decorating kits

Karu F. Daniels — Sun, 25 Sep 2022 16:21:48 +0000

“It’s like a full circle because they were my first introduction to nutrition and wellness in foods," the 24-year-old artist told the Daily News. "So yeah, this is really amazing.”

Beyond Meat COO arrested for allegedly biting man’s nose after Arkansas college football game

KATE FELDMAN — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 20:21:26 +0000

A Beyond Meat executive seemingly wanted a taste of the real thing.

‘Today’ show’s Al Roker getting his own ice cream flavor at local Harlem shop

Karu F. Daniels — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 20:49:29 +0000

Sugar Hill crafted the “Your Neck of the Woods” flavor (a nod to Roker’s famous slogan) in honor of Queens-born SUNY Oswego alum, who has been delivering weather news from New York City since 1983.

Levain Bakery launches Fall Chocolate Chunk cookie as limited-time autumn addition

Gina Salamone — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 21:12:49 +0000

One of New York City’s most celebrated cookies is getting a fall makeover. Levain Bakery, best known for its oversized sweets, has made an autumn addition to its lineup.

Atlantic City’s Borgata bets on steakhouses with Old Homestead revamp and B-Prime opening

Gina Salamone — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 21:32:00 +0000

One Atlantic City hotel is out to stake its claim in the steak market. After unveiling a brand new steakhouse earlier this summer called B-Prime, the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa now plans to remodel its longstanding Old Homestead Steak House.

Staten Island to get drive-thru Krispy Kreme shop

Karu F. Daniels — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 20:52:59 +0000

The doughnut-slinger plans to open the state’s very first drive-in Krispy Kreme shop on Staten Island on Sept. 20.

Dried mushrooms sold in 15 states including New York recalled over possible salmonella contamination

Muri Assunção — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 15:30:42 +0000

An Asian food importer in Maryland has recalled a mushroom product sold in 15 U.S. states, including New York and New Jersey, “because of possible health risk.”

First Lady Jill Biden tests negative for COVID-19

KATE FELDMAN — Sun, 21 Aug 2022 13:45:25 +0000

First Lady Jill Biden is out of isolation after testing negative twice from COVID-19, her office said Sunday.

McDonald’s to test Chicken Big Mac in U.S. later this month

Karu F. Daniels — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 22:11:43 +0000

Mickey Dees has upped the ante on the fried chicken sandwich wars.

First Lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19, has ‘mild’ symptoms

KATE FELDMAN — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 13:45:39 +0000

First Lady Jill Biden is isolating after a positive PCR test for COVID-19, her office announced Tuesday.

Barbie doll maker Mattel sues Rap Snacks over use of ‘Barbie-Que’ in Nicki Minaj potato chips

Karu F. Daniels — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 01:09:11 +0000

The Hip Hop culture inspired snack food company previously partnered with Cardi B, Rick Ross, Fabolous, Migos and Slutty Vegan owner Pinky Cole to use their likenesses on crunchy, munchy snacks.

New York’s famous Junior’s cheesecake has entered the scented-candle market

Karu F. Daniels — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 01:01:54 +0000

The self-described “candle lover," Junior's owner Alan Rosen said the partnership with the New York based Literie allows cheesecake fans to be enticed by the famous scent “but without the calories.”

‘Golden Girls’ L.A. pop-up restaurant has the golden touch

Terry Tang — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 21:20:04 +0000

Thirty years after “The Golden Girls” ended on NBC, fans still can’t let go of the sitcom about four housemates bonding over aging, dating and cheesecake.

Dough bakery creates mustard doughnut for National Mustard Day, free giveaways throughout NYC on Saturday

Karu F. Daniels — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:47:43 +0000

A co-owner of New York City’s popular Dough doughnut chain is hoping his latest mashup will cut the mustard. Steven Klein has partnered with French’s condiment brand to celebrate National Mustard Day on Saturday with a kooky new confection.

Oreo, Tate’s Bake Shop, Toll House and Coffee Mate rush in pumpkin offerings

Karu F. Daniels — Thu, 04 Aug 2022 00:14:43 +0000

Pumpkin Spice pandemonium is upon us — and it’s not even September 22.

Snickers candy bar now available as a seasoning

Karu F. Daniels — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 22:39:07 +0000

The condiment can be sprinkled on foods and drinks, including ice cream, cookies, milkshakes, cookies, yogurt and whatever concoctions foodies could think of.

‘Stay tuned’ Klondike ‘discussing next steps’ for ‘discontinued’ Choco Taco

Karu F. Daniels — Sat, 30 Jul 2022 00:33:11 +0000

The unexpected demise of beloved snack appears to have been grossly exaggerated.

Hale and Hearty suddenly closes all shops in NYC; staffer claims company ‘owes rent and vendors a lot of money’

Karu F. Daniels — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 22:15:07 +0000

After nearly 30 years in business, the sudden shutdowns at all 16 locations in Brooklyn, Manhattan and Long Island came without warning.

National Ice Cream Day is marked by Carvel, DiGiorno, Grey Poupon and even Benjamin Moore and Ace Hardware

Karu F. Daniels — Sat, 16 Jul 2022 15:52:21 +0000

National Ice Cream Day has been one of the sweetest of holidays for dessert lovers since former President Ronald Reagan named it in 1984. Here are some delicious specials to enjoy on the occasion Sunday.

National Ice Cream Day is here but some are cold on the concept

Karu F. Daniels — Sat, 16 Jul 2022 15:30:00 +0000

National Ice Cream Day is Sunday and enthusiasm for the occasion ranges from hot to cold, depending on who you ask. Frozen dessert purveyors differ in their approaches to the commercialized holiday — some want it put on ice, while others are sweet on the idea.

The best Amazon Prime Day deals you can still score – if you hurry

Muri Assunção — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 19:41:59 +0000

Amazon Prime Day deals will drop throughout the 48-hour savings event and they are exclusive to Prime members.

Where to watch the Fourth of July fireworks in NYC

Muri Assunção — Sat, 02 Jul 2022 19:18:15 +0000

Where to go, what to do, when to arrive to watch the 46th annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks.

COVID cases up almost 18% worldwide as omicron variants run rampant

KATE FELDMAN — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 16:57:43 +0000

While vaccinations have greatly cut down on hospitalizations and deaths, COVID cases are on the rise again around the world.

Sheryl Lee Ralph, Charlize Theron to be honored at Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS

Karu F. Daniels — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 22:31:03 +0000

Sheryl Lee Ralph and Charlize Theron are being honored for their work with AIDS-related charities.

Oreo is releasing limited-edition Neapolitan waffle cone flavor in July

Karu F. Daniels — Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:20:13 +0000

The top and bottom cookies have an unusual gridded pattern to mimic the texture and appearance of waffle cones.

Walmart’s Juneteenth ice cream leaves a bad aftertaste

Karu F. Daniels — Sun, 19 Jun 2022 17:11:40 +0000

Last month, the retail giant had hell on its hands with the release of its “Celebration Edition: Juneteenth Ice Cream,” purportedly celebrating the “African-American culture, emancipation and enduring hope.”

Greek restaurant Avra opens massive new multi-level Rockefeller Center outpost in Manhattan

Gina Salamone — Mon, 13 Jun 2022 21:27:07 +0000

Everything’s big in Rockefeller Center — from the world-famous Christmas tree to the latest outpost of an upscale Greek restaurant group. The touristy area has officially welcomed Avra Estiatorio Rockefeller Center, a massive multi-level eatery with sister locations on the Upper East Side, Midtown East and Beverly Hills.

Slow-motion meditation group to cross Brooklyn Bridge with music as guide

Theresa Braine — Sat, 11 Jun 2022 20:48:28 +0000

A trek across one of New York City’s most bustling bridges may not come to mind when considering meditation, but that’s exactly what’s happening Sunday.

Pfizer pledges $120M to produce oral COVID-19 treatment Paxlovid at Michigan factory

KATE FELDMAN — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 16:52:30 +0000

Pfizer is sinking $120 million into a Michigan factory to drastically increase its production and supply of its oral COVID-19 treatment, the pharmaceutical company announced Monday.

Prince Charles pays tribute to ‘mummy’ at Jubilee concert

SYLVIA HUI and DANICA KIRKA — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 22:06:53 +0000

The guest of honor couldn't make it, but British royalty and music royalty were there at a concert in London for Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee.

Jennifer Lopez to get Generation Award at 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards

Gina Salamone — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 15:37:14 +0000

Let’s get loud, J.Lo fans. Jennifer Lopez is set to be honored with the Generation Award at the 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards this Sunday, the cable channel announced Friday.

Hepatitis A outbreak may be linked to organic strawberries: FDA

KATE FELDMAN — Mon, 30 May 2022 13:11:35 +0000

Several U.S. and Canadian agencies are investigating whether two brands of organic strawberries may be to blame for a Hepatitis A outbreak that’s so far his two states and our northern neighbor.

A good man: Exhibits honor ‘Peanuts’ creator Schulz on 100th

ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS and PATRICK ORSAGOS — Fri, 27 May 2022 15:15:59 +0000

New exhibits on display at the Billy Ireland museum and at the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center in Santa Rosa, Calif., are celebrating the upcoming centenary of the birth of “Peanuts” cartoonist Schulz, born in Minnesota on Nov. 26, 1922.

Kanye West teases plan to ‘reimagine McDonald’s packaging’

Karu F. Daniels — Tue, 24 May 2022 23:59:32 +0000

Where’s Yeezy? Apparently basking under the golden arches these days.

Serendipity3 and a Starbucks opening in Atlantic City this summer

Karu F. Daniels — Tue, 24 May 2022 00:20:24 +0000

Frrrozen hot chocolates and Frappuccinos are on deck for Monopoly City this summer.

Pfizer says three doses of its vaccine provides ‘strong’ immunity against COVID for kids 6 months to 5 years old

KATE FELDMAN — Mon, 23 May 2022 11:19:17 +0000

Three doses of a child-size Pfizer vaccine is not just safe but effective for children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years old, the company said Monday.

Century 21 department store to reopen in lower Manhattan after COVID closures, bankruptcy

Gina Salamone — Tue, 17 May 2022 20:13:43 +0000

Big Apple bargain shoppers, rejoice. Century 21, the discount department store chain thrown into financial ruin after COVID-19 shutdowns, will return to New York City next spring, the company announced Tuesday.

Eric Clapton catches COVID-19 after calling vaccine efforts a ‘mass psychosis’

KATE FELDMAN — Tue, 17 May 2022 14:33:50 +0000

Eric Clapton, who has railed against lockdowns and vaccines, has tested positive for COVID-19.

Round 3 of free at-home COVID tests now available from Biden administration

Peter Sblendorio — Tue, 17 May 2022 13:06:29 +0000

“As the highly transmissible subvariants of omicron drive a rise in cases in parts of the country, free and accessible tests will help slow the spread of the virus,” the White House said in its announcement.

McDonald’s looking to sell business in Russia

David Matthews — Mon, 16 May 2022 18:08:37 +0000

The company had earlier closed all its restaurants in the country in response to the invasion.

New photo exhibit offers behind-the-scenes look at a house ball in 1984 Harlem

Muri Assunção — Sat, 14 May 2022 14:52:05 +0000

Award-winning photographer Mariette Pathy Allen, who has been documenting the transgender community for more than 40 years, has a new exhibit at ClampArt gallery in Chelsea, New York featuring a house ball she attended in Harlem in 1984.

COVID-19 booster should be considered part of full vaccination: medical experts

Theresa Braine — Thu, 12 May 2022 01:55:17 +0000

A rise in COVID cases, fueled by a slew of more-transmissible variants, is drawing attention to the importance of booster shots for avoiding severe illness and death.

Starbucks adds Chocolate Cream Cold Brew, Lime-Frosted Coconut Bar to summer lineup

Gina Salamone — Tue, 10 May 2022 21:59:51 +0000

Starbucks believes that chocolate is what’s been missing from your iced coffee. The java chain debuted Chocolate Cream Cold Brew on Tuesday as part of its new summer lineup, which also includes the launch of a Lime-Frosted Coconut Bar.

Black-owned Brooklyn pizza place owes success to eclectic toppings

Karu F. Daniels — Sat, 30 Apr 2022 10:30:00 +0000

A Brooklyn pizza place has earned a large slice of its success thanks to social media.

Lyft, Uber end mask mandate for drivers, riders

KATE FELDMAN — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 17:52:51 +0000

A day after a federal judge struck down a mask mandate on public transportation, Uber and Lyft are doing the same.

Moderna says redesigned COVID-19 vaccine booster may work better against variants

KATE FELDMAN — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 13:12:41 +0000

Preliminary results from a trial of Moderna’s updated COVID-19 booster shot show even more efficiency against variants, the pharmaceutical company announced Tuesday.

Flatiron seafood restaurant Sagaponack revamps menu to add more shared plates on top of its tasting menu

Gina Salamone — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 21:20:26 +0000

The revamped menu at Manhattan’s seafood-focused Sagaponack is quite the catch. Chef Joseph Yi recently reimagined the menu at the Flatiron District restaurant, adding more shared plates so guests can sample as much as possible, while keeping its tasting menu so that even solo diners can enjoy more than one or two dishes.

‘Walking Dead’ exhibit coming to Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria, Queens

Gina Salamone — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 17:19:45 +0000

Queens is about to be overrun by zombies. An exhibit based on AMC’s hit apocalypse show, “The Walking Dead,” is opening at the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria on June 25.

Krispy Kreme sets doughnut prices to match average gas prices

Karu F. Daniels — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 23:45:11 +0000

The coinage that cash-strapped motorists are spending due to heightened fuel costs, can now be made up for with a delicious deal from the popular doughnut chain.

WHO tracking ‘a few dozen’ cases of two new COVID-19 variants

KATE FELDMAN — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:07:25 +0000

The World Health Organization is keeping an eye on two new strains of COVID-19 that have popped up around the world.

New Yorkers are heading back to offices and their wardrobes need help: ‘Oh, my gosh. I’m in ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ now’

Muri Assunção — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000

After two years of working from home in sweat pants and flannels, New Yorkers finally headed back to the office are freaking out about facing colleagues in their dowdy duds. Like an adult version of back-to-school shopping, they’re scrambling to rework their wardrobes with a mix of excitement and stress as job sites reopen after COVID-19 closures.

Katz’s Deli offers Passover dinner packages to ship locally or nationwide

Gina Salamone — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 22:11:40 +0000

Fans of Katz’s Delicatessen who can’t make it there to order their favorite Passover foods can have a taste of the Lower East Side shop sent to them. The pastrami palace has a number of Passover packages available to be shipped both locally and nationally for the Jewish holiday that runs from April 15 to 23 this year.

California doctor pleads guilty to selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards

KATE FELDMAN — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 13:47:42 +0000

A California naturopathic doctor confessed Wednesday to selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards to more than 200 patients and offering fake “immunization pellets” she claimed would protect against COVID.

Kit Kat Blueberry Muffin bars hit store shelves for limited time

Gina Salamone — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 21:43:17 +0000

This news won’t leave Kit Kat fans feeling blue. Now, blueberry lovers can head to the candy aisle in addition to a farm, produce department or bakery to get a taste of the buoyant berries.

Watch out, Cracker Jack, Cracker Jill snacks are hitting baseball stadiums this spring

Gina Salamone — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 19:32:20 +0000

More than 125 years after the caramel-coated popcorn and peanut snack launched, it’s now also being offered for the first time in a Cracker Jill bag at select baseball parks throughout the country, including Citi Field.

Burger King customers launch class-action lawsuit alleging Whopper’s ads are misleading

Karu F. Daniels — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 23:53:36 +0000

Some Burger King Whopper fans are trying to launch a whopper of a lawsuit.

CDC drops warning against cruise ship travel for the first time in over 2 years

Muri Assunção — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 18:24:39 +0000

"Travelers will make their own risk assessment when choosing to travel on a cruise ship, much like they do in all other travel settings."

Detroit tops survey for best pizza city in America, NYC comes in at No. 22

Karu F. Daniels — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:55:05 +0000

According to the survey, “Motown is Dough Town” and has the most independent pizzerias per capita (6 per 100,000 residents) — nearly double the average of 3.1 in the 50 cities we analyzed.

Moderna to seek emergency authorization for COVID-19 vaccine use for kids under 6

KATE FELDMAN — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 12:32:56 +0000

Kids, prep those arms.

Panera Bread rolls out fancy new sous vide chicken sandwiches, in signature and spicy varieties

Gina Salamone — Tue, 22 Mar 2022 21:29:27 +0000

Panera Bread is upping its chicken game. The fast-casual restaurant chain is rolling out a new pair of poultry sandwiches on March 30, Panera announced Tuesday.

‘Crown Act’ to fight hair discrimination heads to the Senate

Brian Niemietz — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 23:25:25 +0000

A bill meant to defend against hair-discrimination passed in the House of Representatives largely along party lines and is now headed to the Senate.

Revamp of Great Wolf Lodge in Poconos to include new villas, restaurant and more

Gina Salamone — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 20:40:53 +0000

Now that’s something to howl about. Fun-loving families from the Northeast can soon enjoy an expansion and update to the kid-friendly Great Wolf Lodge in the Poconos and its indoor water park, the company announced this week.

Burger King says business partner in Russia ‘has refused’ to close 800 restaurants

Muri Assunção — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 16:01:54 +0000

"Would we like to suspend all Burger King operations immediately in Russia? Yes. Are we able to enforce a suspension of operations today? No."

Chipotle has a robot named ‘Chippy’ making tortilla chips at test kitchen

Karu F. Daniels — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 22:04:55 +0000

Chipotle is looking to the future with new technology that is literally lending a helping hand.

‘Buttery Pecan’ among new Wondermilk line of Vegan Certified dairy-free frozen dessert flavors

Karu F. Daniels — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 00:33:43 +0000

Häagen-Dazs, Talenti and Ben & Jerry’s better make way for the So Delicious brand’s new Wondermilk line of products, which rolled out new flavors and cones nationwide this week.

Fourth COVID shot will be ‘necessary,’ says Pfizer CEO

KATE FELDMAN — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:08:09 +0000

COVID-19 shots could soon become an annual item on your to-do list.

Chipotle debuts first new chicken item in 29 years, pollo asado, here for limited time

Gina Salamone — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 13:05:00 +0000

Chipotle is giving customers something to cluck about. The Mexican grill-style chain debuted its first new chicken item in its 29-year history Thursday, the pollo asado, which will be sold at locations in the U.S. and Canada for a limited time.

Washington man who injected people with fake COVID-19 vaccine sentenced

KATE FELDMAN — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 21:11:05 +0000

A Washington man who peddled his fake COVID-19 vaccine across at least five states, selling injections for up to $1,000 each, was sentenced Tuesday.

Fitbit Ionic smartwatch recalled over burn hazard

Brian Niemietz — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 18:18:44 +0000

Nearly 1.7 million Fitbit Ionics were sold between 2017 and 2020.

Patti LuPone to miss ‘Company’ shows after catching COVID-19

KATE FELDMAN — Sun, 27 Feb 2022 17:45:16 +0000

The Broadway icon announced Sunday that she has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss more than a week of shows of “Company” on the Broadway stage.

Brooklyn’s Fan-Fan bakery partners with Southern Comfort to celebrate Mardi Gras with ‘King Cake’ doughnut

Karu F. Daniels — Sat, 26 Feb 2022 13:11:00 +0000

Fat Tuesday has taken on a new meaning this Mardis Gras Carnival season.

Plant-based Silk makes more of a splash with vanilla latte and salted caramel almond coffee creamers

Karu F. Daniels — Sat, 19 Feb 2022 01:48:53 +0000

Silk is continuing its dominance in the plant-based beverage market with its rollout of new, flavors of coffee creamers vegan and lactose-intolerant consumers are sure to love.

Hostess perks up snack market with caffeinated Donettes

Karu F. Daniels — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 23:09:09 +0000

To some, coffee and donuts have been the perfect breakfast combination decades; now the two are forever intertwined.

Yelp to pay someone $25,000 for ‘Chief Pizza Officer’ temp job

Karu F. Daniels — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 22:24:29 +0000

Today is National Pizza Day, so naturally, corporate marketeers are savvy with their celebratory stunts.

Idaho Potato Commission launches perfume, Frites by Idaho, that smells like French fries

Karu F. Daniels — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 01:28:19 +0000

The unique fragrance is described as embodying the irresistible essence of potatoes from the Gem State, and cost about the same price as a large order of fries.

New Jersey to lift school mask mandate in March

KATE FELDMAN — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 15:54:53 +0000

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy will lift the state mask mandate for schools on March 7, but local districts will still have the authority to keep their own in place.

David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash join Neil Young in Spotify protest over Joe Rogan misinformation

KATE FELDMAN — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 21:12:18 +0000

Spotify has brought Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young back together again, but not in the way the platform would have liked.

Legoland New York reveals spring reopening date, new shows and attractions

Gina Salamone — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 22:51:19 +0000

Among the new attractions this year will be a summer-centric water play area located in the Lego City section of the theme park that’s based on the children’s building brick toys.

Strange-looking sea pickles are washing onto Oregon shore

Peter Sblendorio — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:56:01 +0000

Hundreds of beachgoers have recently noticed an abundance of the creatures.

Moderna’s COVID vaccine, to be marketed as Spikevax, fully approved by FDA

Brian Niemietz — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:09:13 +0000

That vaccine has been administered tens of million times since it was cleared for emergency use in late 2020. The Pfizer vaccine was fully approved by the FDA in August.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tests positive for COVID-19

KATE FELDMAN — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:09:00 +0000

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has caught COVID-19, just days after one of his children.

Joe Rogan defends podcast after Spotify’s COVID-19 misinformation crackdown – ‘Interesting conversations with people that have differing opinions’

KATE FELDMAN — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:12:22 +0000

Joe Rogan is sorry “if I pissed you off” by spreading COVID-19 misinformation and blamed his massive popularity on just how far that misinformation spread.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle threaten Spotify over COVID-19 misinformation without mentioning Joe Rogan

KATE FELDMAN — Sun, 30 Jan 2022 15:57:00 +0000

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have “concerns” about how Spotify has allowed and promoted the spread of COVID-19 misinformation on its platform.

Adding to the cryptocurrency frenzy, Frank’s RedHot launches ‘edible NFT’

Karu F. Daniels — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 01:08:14 +0000

Frank’s RedHot is having fun and bringing some heat to the cryptocurrency craze during the Super Bowl season.

Too hot to trot: Pizza Hut rolls out its spiciest pizza

Karu F. Daniels — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 19:35:39 +0000

Pizza Hut is feeling hot, hot, hot.

Following Snoop Dogg’s lead, Martha Stewart launches chardonnay with 19 Crimes

Karu F. Daniels — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 01:47:23 +0000

The stars of VH1′s “Potluck Dinner Party” have more in common than cooking and cannabis.

Ice-T is the new face of Honey Nut Cheerios, promoting heart-healthy lifestyle

Karu F. Daniels — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 01:05:06 +0000

Announced Wednesday, the “Pour Your Heart Into It” workout series encourages Americans to start to get their bodies moving and hearts thumping, alongside a delicious heart-healthy bowl of Cheerios.

Dolly Parton’s new line of Duncan Hines cake mixes and frosting sells out immediately

Karu F. Daniels — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 21:18:31 +0000

Dolly Parton has turned up the heat with her latest endeavor.

Krispy Kreme giving blood donors free dozen of doughnuts through end of January

Karu F. Daniels — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 00:19:32 +0000

When it comes to good causes, Krispy Kreme is putting the dough in dough-nate.

Antisemitic flyers tying Jewish health execs to COVID-19 distributed to hundreds of Miami homes

KATE FELDMAN — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 20:05:23 +0000

Flyers touting conspiracy theories linking Jewish government officials to the COVID-19 pandemic and advertising a white supremacist website were left on the doorsteps of hundreds of homes in Miami Beach over the weekend.

Michigan woman fishes $3 million winning lottery notice email from spam folder

Theresa Braine — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 14:00:13 +0000

A Michigan woman trolling through her email spam folder searching for a friend's missing missive found what everyone dreams of — an actual legit notice that she had won $3 million in the state lottery.

Triple Peanut Butter Doughnut hits Manhattan bakeries for National Peanut Butter Day this weekend only

Gina Salamone — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 22:46:36 +0000

You do-nut want to miss this. A limited time treat in honor of National Peanut Butter Day on Jan. 24 will be sold this weekend only at two Manhattan sweets shops.

New Jersey baby spends nearly $2,000 shopping online

Brian Niemietz — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 20:20:02 +0000

The boy's parent say he purchased everything in their virtual Walmart shopping cart. Several items have arrived and more are on the way.