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Why KFC Dropped ‘Kentucky Fried Chicken’ — and the Myths That Won’t Die
Fast-food giant KFC rebranded from Kentucky Fried Chicken in 1991 to update its image, debunking persistent myths about the name change.
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Panasonic recalls 11,480 toaster ovens in U.S., 2,184 in Canada over shock and fire risk
Panasonic is recalling 11,480 toaster ovens sold in the U.S. from October 2024 to April 2026 due to shock and fire hazards from faulty…
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Walmart, Sam’s Club cut prices on thousands of items as summer shoppers get relief and Trump claims credit
Walmart and Sam's Club are lowering prices on thousands of summer items nationwide, a move Donald Trump claims came at his request.
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Florida tattoo shop says it will turn away military members and veterans after anti-service post sparks backlash
Florida's Revival Tattoo Collective faces backlash after announcing on June 23 that it will turn away active-duty military members and veterans.
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What Schwab and Cboe’s reported S&P 500 yes-or-no contracts would mean for investors
Charles Schwab and Cboe are developing binary S&P 500 contracts that could launch in the coming months for retail brokerage clients.
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Semiconductor ETFs take center stage on Wall Street as AI buildout lifts chip outlook
BlackRock's iShares Semiconductor ETF gains as the global chip market is projected to exceed $1 trillion in revenue by 2026.
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What the records show behind the 2026 surge in BlackRock’s semiconductor ETF
BlackRock's SOXX ETF tracks the NYSE Semiconductor Index as the chip market is forecast to exceed $1 trillion in revenue by 2026.
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Obama center endowment gap faces scrutiny as subcontractors allege unpaid bills
The Obama Foundation faces scrutiny over a $470 million endowment gap and millions in unpaid subcontractor bills as construction costs rise in 2024.
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SpaceX’s Nasdaq debut raises $75 billion and pushes Musk’s paper wealth past $1 trillion
SpaceX raised $75 billion in its June 12, 2026 Nasdaq IPO, pushing its market value past $2 trillion and Elon Musk's net worth over…
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Papa Johns Closing 300 Restaurants by 2027: What to Know
Papa Johns is closing 300 underperforming restaurants across North America by 2027 as part of a fleet rationalization strategy. Learn which states are affected…
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401(k) RMDs: The Hidden Retirement Tax Bomb & How to Defuse It
Learn about the hidden risks of 401(k) Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and explore strategies like Roth conversions to protect your retirement savings from high…
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Costco Price Cuts: Kirkland Items Get Cheaper for Shoppers
Costco has lowered prices on several Kirkland Signature items, like crispy wings and golf balls. Find out how the retail giant is reinforcing member…
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Giantex Lounge Chair Recall: Amputation Hazard Prompts Refund
Giantex blue lounge chairs (model NP10025NY), sold on Amazon and Giantex.com, have been recalled due to an amputation hazard. Consumers should stop using the…
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US PCE Inflation Hits Three-Year High in April: No Fed Rate Cuts
The April PCE report shows US inflation elevated at 3.8% annually, reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain current interest rates. Get the…
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Primm Casino Closures: Primm Valley Resort Ends Operations July 2026
Primm, Nevada's final casino, Primm Valley Resort, closes July 4, 2026, marking the end of all gambling in the border town. Discover the impact…
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Nike Tariff Lawsuit: Consumers Seek Refunds in Portland Court
Nike faces a class action lawsuit in Portland federal court over claims it kept $1B in tariff refunds rather than passing them to consumers…
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McDonald’s Phasing Out Self-Serve Soda Fountains by 2032
McDonald's is phasing out self-serve soda fountains across all U.S. locations by 2032, transitioning to crew-poured drinks and impacting free refills.
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Meta Cuts 8,000 Jobs in May 2026 Amid Major AI Push
Meta Platforms to cut 8,000 jobs, 10% of its workforce, starting May 2026, citing efficiency and funding for significant artificial intelligence investments.
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FTC StubHub Settlement: $10M for Hidden Ticket Fees
StubHub to pay $10M as FTC enforces its Fees Rule against hidden ticket prices for live events, impacting consumers nationwide. Discover the settlement details.
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Costco’s New Pre-Scan Checkout Aims for 8-Second Transactions
Costco is testing an innovative pre-scan checkout system designed to cut transaction times to 8 seconds. This pilot, involving mobile scanning and automated payments,…
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California Pension Liabilities: $240 Billion Unfunded Debt Threatens Budgets
Explore California's looming public pension liabilities, with CalPERS and CalSTRS facing over $240 billion in unfunded debt. Understand the fiscal challenges impacting state budgets…
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San Bernardino Exits 10-Year Bankruptcy, Regains Financial Control
After a decade, San Bernardino, California, officially exited Chapter 9 bankruptcy on September 8, 2022, resolving claims and marking a major financial recovery for…
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VW Dieselgate: Mojave Desert Storage Site for Thousands of Cars
Learn how the Mojave Desert near Victorville, California, became the unexpected storage site for thousands of Volkswagen and Audi diesel vehicles embroiled in the…
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Chicago Budget Shortfall 2026: Johnson Faces $1.2B Deficit
Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration faces a projected $1.2 billion Chicago budget shortfall for 2026. Clashes with City Council over revenue could spark a city…
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Six Flags Sells 7 Parks, Including Great Escape, in $331M Deal
Six Flags sells seven parks, including Queensbury's Great Escape, to EPR Properties for $331M. Operations and season passes will continue as normal.
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2026 Inland Empire Heroes Awards: Honoring Local Courage
The American Red Cross celebrates 2026 Inland Empire Heroes from Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Read about their incredible acts of courage and find…