Duolingo announces 148 courses created with generative AI
The company said building one new course on Duolingo could take years, but using generative AI allows for 'unprecedented speed and quality.'
The company said building one new course on Duolingo could take years, but using generative AI allows for 'unprecedented speed and quality.'
McDonald's sees unexpected drop in customers amid economic uncertainty
McDonald’s restaurants sales in the U.S. dipped in the first part of the year, marking the burger chain's largest decline since 2020.
McDonald’s restaurants sales in the U.S. dipped in the first part of the year, marking the burger chain's largest decline since 2020.
Starbucks unveils first 3D printed store in Texas, built with robotic layered concrete
Starbucks is launching its first 3D printed store in the U.S.—a drive-thru-only location in Brownsville, Texas, built using robotic concrete-layering technology.
Starbucks is launching its first 3D printed store in the U.S.—a drive-thru-only location in Brownsville, Texas, built using robotic concrete-layering technology.
Jack in the Box closing up to 200 'underperforming' locations: What to know
Jack in the Box said 150 to 200 of its “underperforming" restaurants are slated to close, and a majority will happen by the end of the year.
Jack in the Box said 150 to 200 of its “underperforming" restaurants are slated to close, and a majority will happen by the end of the year.
UPS to cut 20,000 jobs, close some facilities
The delivery company said it expects to make the job cuts this year.
The delivery company said it expects to make the job cuts this year.
Big Lots to reopen 132 stores in May: See the list
The discount chain store will be reopening 132 stores across 14 states. Here’s where.
The discount chain store will be reopening 132 stores across 14 states. Here’s where.
Target rolls out new wine collection that comes in paper bottles
The bottles are made from 94% recycled material.
The bottles are made from 94% recycled material.
Cash stuffing explained: Why envelope budgeting is making a comeback
Cash stuffing — a budgeting strategy using cash and envelopes — is surging in popularity in 2025. Here’s how it works, why it’s catching on again, and what to know before trying it.
Cash stuffing — a budgeting strategy using cash and envelopes — is surging in popularity in 2025. Here’s how it works, why it’s catching on again, and what to know before trying it.
This fast-food chain is closing up to 200 'underperforming' locations
Roughly 80 to 120 of the total restaurants will close their doors for good before the end of the year.
Roughly 80 to 120 of the total restaurants will close their doors for good before the end of the year.
McDonald's is adding a crispy brand-new item to its US menu — and it's permanent
The fast-food giant revealed that participating restaurants across the country will have the food item as a permanent offering by May 5.
The fast-food giant revealed that participating restaurants across the country will have the food item as a permanent offering by May 5.
Intel to lay off over 20% of its workers. What we know
The job cuts come as Intel works to modify its business operations.
The job cuts come as Intel works to modify its business operations.
Gov. DeSantis announces infrastructure, workforce investments
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a news conference Wednesday morning in Fort Pierce at Indian River College. At the event, DeSantis announced infrastructure and workforce development investments funded through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund. The awards include $4 million to Indian River State College to support the development of the institute for industrial manufacturing and production training and $4.9 million to Miami-Dade College to launch new aircraft mechanic training programs. In addition, to the workforce development grants, DeSantis announced two targeted infrastructure grants, including $2.1 million to the Sebring Airport Authority.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a news conference Wednesday morning in Fort Pierce at Indian River College. At the event, DeSantis announced infrastructure and workforce development investments funded through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund. The awards include $4 million to Indian River State College to support the development of the institute for industrial manufacturing and production training and $4.9 million to Miami-Dade College to launch new aircraft mechanic training programs. In addition, to the workforce development grants, DeSantis announced two targeted infrastructure grants, including $2.1 million to the Sebring Airport Authority.
Krispy Kreme debuts new cheesecake doughnuts: Here's when you can get the new flavors
Krispy Kreme has unveiled a limited-time cheesecake collection with three new flavors.
Krispy Kreme has unveiled a limited-time cheesecake collection with three new flavors.
Nearly half of newlywed homeowners asked for down payment help instead of wedding gifts
Newlyweds admit that they are prioritizing their dream home over wedding gifts based on a new poll.
Newlyweds admit that they are prioritizing their dream home over wedding gifts based on a new poll.
Backstreet Boy opening new restaurant in Central Florida
Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough has opened a restaurant, lounge and condo complex called "Coa" in Cocoa Beach, Florida. The restaurant and lounge are located in a five-story oceanfront condo complex called "The Surf." The Surf is a high-end development, with all the condos reportedly sold out. Coa serves modern American cuisine with global influences, and the Coa Lounge is a Floridaterranean cocktail lounge.
Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough has opened a restaurant, lounge and condo complex called "Coa" in Cocoa Beach, Florida. The restaurant and lounge are located in a five-story oceanfront condo complex called "The Surf." The Surf is a high-end development, with all the condos reportedly sold out. Coa serves modern American cuisine with global influences, and the Coa Lounge is a Floridaterranean cocktail lounge.
Walgreens will pay up to $350M for filling illegal opioid prescriptions, DOJ says
Walgreens will pay up to $350 million for illegally filling millions of illegal opioid prescriptions as part of a settlement with the DOJ.
Walgreens will pay up to $350 million for illegally filling millions of illegal opioid prescriptions as part of a settlement with the DOJ.
Saying ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ to ChatGPT is costing OpenAI millions, says CEO
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says saying “please" and “thank you" to ChatGPT costs the company “tens of millions" due to energy demands, but he believes the cost is worth it.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says saying “please" and “thank you" to ChatGPT costs the company “tens of millions" due to energy demands, but he believes the cost is worth it.
Student loan collections to resume next month: What to know
The Education Department will resume collections on defaulted federal student loans starting next month.
The Education Department will resume collections on defaulted federal student loans starting next month.
Free Chipotle: Here's how to get BOGO deal during 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs
Chipotle is marking the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs with a buy-one-get-one-free entrée deal on April 21 as part of its "Wear Your Hockey Jersey" promotion.
Chipotle is marking the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs with a buy-one-get-one-free entrée deal on April 21 as part of its "Wear Your Hockey Jersey" promotion.
Sam’s Club phasing out checkouts, betting big on AI shopping
Sam's Club, the Walmart-owned membership warehouse, is rolling out a major change to its grocery payment system and embracing artificial intelligence (AI).
Sam's Club, the Walmart-owned membership warehouse, is rolling out a major change to its grocery payment system and embracing artificial intelligence (AI).