Sustainable bean-less coffee company receives $40M in funding
As the future of coffee beans as a crop faces uncertainty, a group of food scientists, biochemists and entrepreneurs at Atomo Coffee have reverse-engineered the coffee bean to create a smooth version of their favorite morning drink that has the same caffeinated kick but doesn’t require any beans at all.
As the future of coffee beans as a crop faces uncertainty, a group of food scientists, biochemists and entrepreneurs at Atomo Coffee have reverse-engineered the coffee bean to create a smooth version of their favorite morning drink that has the same caffeinated kick but doesn’t require any beans at all.
Ford recalling nearly 2,900 F-150 Lightning trucks
The Ford F-150 Lightning truck safety compliance recall covers 2,666 vehicles in the U.S. and 220 in Canada in the 2022 model year.
The Ford F-150 Lightning truck safety compliance recall covers 2,666 vehicles in the U.S. and 220 in Canada in the 2022 model year.
FBI: Scammers using deep fake technology to apply for remote work
In a report, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) says the underlying technology of deepfakes "can replace faces, manipulate facial expressions, synthesize faces, and synthesize speech."
In a report, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) says the underlying technology of deepfakes "can replace faces, manipulate facial expressions, synthesize faces, and synthesize speech."
City of Dallas launches initiative to hire more skilled workforce
The new program called Workforce Dallas is partnering with non-profits to help connect workers with free job training. The non-profits will help people find childcare and transportation. They are the typical barriers that stand between people from finding a better job.
The new program called Workforce Dallas is partnering with non-profits to help connect workers with free job training. The non-profits will help people find childcare and transportation. They are the typical barriers that stand between people from finding a better job.
FTC sues Walmart over alleged money transfer services used by scammers
Walmart called the lawsuit “factually flawed and legally baseless.”
Walmart called the lawsuit “factually flawed and legally baseless.”
Plano-based mortgage company is latest to lay off workers as mortgage industry cools off
In what is a sign of slowing demand, Plano-based First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation has laid off the majority of its staff. Other companies are more likely to see more workforce cuts.
In what is a sign of slowing demand, Plano-based First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation has laid off the majority of its staff. Other companies are more likely to see more workforce cuts.
Nissan recalls nearly 323K Pathfinder SUVs because hoods can fly open unexpectedly
Nissan is recalling nearly 323,000 Pathfinder SUVs in the U.S. because the hoods can unexpectedly fly open and block the driver’s view.
Nissan is recalling nearly 323,000 Pathfinder SUVs in the U.S. because the hoods can unexpectedly fly open and block the driver’s view.
Vitamins, supplements may be waste of money for most Americans, report suggests
For generally healthy and non-pregnant adults, experts said there's no "magic set of pills" — noting how diet and exercise are key.
For generally healthy and non-pregnant adults, experts said there's no "magic set of pills" — noting how diet and exercise are key.
Airbnb party ban becomes permanent
Airbnb is removing its 16-person occupancy cap.
Airbnb is removing its 16-person occupancy cap.
Krispy Kreme giving out free doughnuts every day this week for July 4th — how to get one
Fans of Krispy Kreme can score a free doughnut every day through July 4, 2022, as well as get the chance to receive a free Original Glazed dozen.
Fans of Krispy Kreme can score a free doughnut every day through July 4, 2022, as well as get the chance to receive a free Original Glazed dozen.
CVS, Walmart, Rite Aid limiting purchases of Plan B pills following SCOTUS ruling
The pills were in short supply or out of stock on Monday morning on the retailers' websites.
The pills were in short supply or out of stock on Monday morning on the retailers' websites.
FDA says 696,000 cans of Australian baby formula will be available this summer
Shipments of baby formula from Bellamy's Organic will arrive and are expected to be distributed in early July and over the next several months.
Shipments of baby formula from Bellamy's Organic will arrive and are expected to be distributed in early July and over the next several months.
Chick-fil-A tests express drive-thru lanes nationwide. Here's how it works
The "Drive-Thru Express" at Chick-fil-A is only available for customers who order through the mobile app.
The "Drive-Thru Express" at Chick-fil-A is only available for customers who order through the mobile app.
Non-tech-savvy seniors unable to take advantage of digital coupons, study finds
A 2021 study by the Pew Research Center showed that 39% of those 65 and older do not own a smartphone, and 25% don't use the internet. That means millions of seniors can’t take advantage of digital-only deals.
A 2021 study by the Pew Research Center showed that 39% of those 65 and older do not own a smartphone, and 25% don't use the internet. That means millions of seniors can’t take advantage of digital-only deals.
IRS tax return backlog swells as Americans await refunds
As the IRS wades through backlog of returns, millions of taxpayers are awaiting refunds.
As the IRS wades through backlog of returns, millions of taxpayers are awaiting refunds.
Juul e-cigarettes can stay on the market for now, judge rules
The e-cigarette maker had asked the court to pause what it called an “extraordinary and unlawful action” by the Food and Drug Administration that would have required it to immediately halt its business.
The e-cigarette maker had asked the court to pause what it called an “extraordinary and unlawful action” by the Food and Drug Administration that would have required it to immediately halt its business.
Federal court blocks FDA ban on Juul allowing company to sell e-cigarettes
A federal court has put a temporary hold on the government's order for Juul to stop selling its electronic cigarettes.
A federal court has put a temporary hold on the government's order for Juul to stop selling its electronic cigarettes.
After mass layoffs, Netflix to add cheaper ad-supported tier to streaming service
In the first quarter of 2022, Netflix reported a loss of 200,000 subscribers, its first decline in over a decade.
In the first quarter of 2022, Netflix reported a loss of 200,000 subscribers, its first decline in over a decade.
Amazon's Alexa may soon mimic voice of dead relatives
Amazon’s Alexa might soon replicate the voice of family members - even if they’re dead. The capability was unveiled at Amazon’s Re:Mars conference in Las Vegas.
Amazon’s Alexa might soon replicate the voice of family members - even if they’re dead. The capability was unveiled at Amazon’s Re:Mars conference in Las Vegas.
Texans paying more as state increases power reserves
The people in charge of the Texas power grid say they've made it more reliable after last year's disastrous winter storm. But there is, of course, a catch. You're seeing it on your utility bills.
The people in charge of the Texas power grid say they've made it more reliable after last year's disastrous winter storm. But there is, of course, a catch. You're seeing it on your utility bills.