Photo credit: Hearst Owned From Esquire Last week was a big week for Instagram. The social media platform released its clunky rip-off of TikTok called Reels, which was immediately met with bad reviews. However, Instagram also made four more fonts available for widespread use in stories. Now, this was news. […]
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Tucker Carlson Sees ‘Never-Ending Assault’ on His Fox News Show. Critics See Racism
But “Tucker Carlson Tonight” has never been more difficult to monetize for the news network amid today’s polarized political environment. Advertisers face heavy pressure to stay away from his show for what his critics say is a tendency to fan racist rhetoric. Carlson says he has the backing of Fox […]
Curbside pickup drives sales at Target, Walmart, other stores amid COVID-19. Here’s where to use the service
Krispy Kreme grand opening coming soon: Krispy Kreme to open NYC flagship location next month with world’s largest ‘Hot Light’ after COVID-19 delay Target expanded its same-day pickup service by adding fresh and frozen grocery items to more than 1,000 stores this summer. The Minneapolis-based retailer also said it expanded the […]
Krispy Kreme to open NYC flagship location next month with world’s largest ‘Hot Light’ after COVID-19 delay
Krispy Kreme is getting ready to turn on the world’s largest “Hot Light” and glaze waterfall. Payless comeback: Payless is back with new website, plans to open new stores but it drops ‘ShoeSource’ from name The Times Square flagship was first announced in June 2019 and will showcase the doughnut-making process […]
How IoT revolutionized medical care during the pandemic
Over the last few months, the COVID-19 pandemic has thrown the world into an unprecedented situation. It even gave birth to new concepts such as social-distancing and prioritized technologies like cloud, internet of things (IoT) services, and artificial intelligence. Likewise, IoT and the internet of medical things (IoMT) have witnessed […]
How to watch Champions League fixture online and on TV tonight
When is it and what time is kick-off? The match will begin at 8pm BST on Wednesday 19 August at the Estádio Jose Alvalade in Lisbon. Team news Moussa Dembele’s double off the bench will give Rudi Garcia a decision to make over whether to retain Karl Toko Ekambi alongside […]
You pay what for your phone bill? Here’s how to save $40 per month
Yahoo Life is committed to finding you the best products at the best prices. The product written about here is offered in affiliation with Yahoo Life’s parent company, Verizon Media. Stay connected anywhere, anytime—guaranteed. And no contract required. (Photo: Getty) Reliable wireless service is always important—but during uncertain times like […]
British music brand launches in Asia
Iconic UK music brand NME has launched in Asia, even as the entertainment industry is hit by the coronavirus. NME says its new Singapore-based website will deliver a fresh approach to the South East Asian music scene. The company says it will initially focus on Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines […]
Debunked conspiracy theories seek to tie Kamala Harris, human trafficking
The claim: Kamala Harris is tied to human trafficking through “Pizzagate” and former aide A viral conspiracy theory has turned its gaze onto Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., former Vice President Joe Biden’s running mate on the Democratic presidential ticket. “Maya Harris, #Kamala’s sister Hosting a PIZZA PARTY with John Podesta? This sure […]
‘ShadowGate’ video spreads misinformation, conspiracy theories about major events
The claim: Government contractors form a “shadow government” responsible for an anti-Trump plot, orchestrating global events This past weekend, a conspiracy theory-laden video, “What they don’t want you to see,” was posted across social media platforms, racking up millions of views in a matter of days. The video opens with […]
Iconic British music brand NME launches in Asia
Iconic UK music brand NME has launched in Asia, even as the entertainment industry is hit by the coronavirus. NME says its new Singapore-based website will deliver a fresh approach to the Southeast Asian music scene. The company says it will initially focus on Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines and […]
Riverhead School District Schedules 9 Reopening Plan Meetings
RIVERHEAD, NY — With schools set to reopen soon, nine parent information sessions have been scheduled to discuss the Riverhead Central School district’s plan. In preparing for the opening of its seven schools, district officials scheduled the nine school-specific parent information Zoom meetings; the meetings are in addition to the […]
Notre Dame pauses in-person classes; Chicago’s Navy Pier to close early; Mississippi reports cases in 71 counties
The World Health Organization is dashing hopes of those who think enough people around the globe are being infected by the coronavirus to create “herd immunity,” which could stop the spread. A researcher says we’re still a long ways off from that point in which enough people have antibodies from the […]
Texas Cases Up; Notre Dame Halts In-Person Classes: Virus Update
(Bloomberg) — The coronavirus outbreaks in Florida and California showed signs of easing. U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi indicated that Democrats might cut their economic stimulus proposal to seal a deal for a Covid-19 relief package. Finland’s prime minister is being tested for coronavirus, while Germany’s chancellor ruled out any […]
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Ohio police officer anonymously sues those who accused him of racist gesture
CINCINNATI – A Cincinnati police officer has sued at least four people who have accused him of racist behavior in the wake of the protests earlier this summer, and could sue as many as 24. So far, he has successfully kept his name out of public court records for the […]
How to Navigate Online College Classes as a Student With Disabilities
As the fall semester begins and students head back to class, many are doing so virtually. Colleges are taking coronavirus prevention precautions, with hundreds opting for fully or partially online classes. But what does the shift to online classes mean for students with disabilities? To get a sense of what […]
Black DIY Influencers Shine A Light On Prejudice In The Crafting Industry
The Black Lives Matter movement, which surged to the forefront of America’s consciousness following the death of George Floyd, may well be the largest in the country’s history. According to data collected by Civis Analytics, 54% of those surveyed participated in one or more forms of activism for the first […]
New coronavirus cases are emerging at schools. How much you know depends on where you live
As children and teachers started returning to classrooms over the past few weeks, new cases of COVID-19 emerged, forcing some schools to temporarily shift to online-learning only and hundreds of students to quarantine at home until their health was assured. While those developments have been well-documented, it’s what remains unknown […]