iOS 26 will let parents manage who their kids text and what apps they see
Apple is rolling out new parental control features in iOS 26 that give parents more ways to manage kids’ texting, app use, and online safety—part of a broader effort to protect children and teens across its platforms.
Apple is rolling out new parental control features in iOS 26 that give parents more ways to manage kids’ texting, app use, and online safety—part of a broader effort to protect children and teens across its platforms.
Longtime spokesperson Tom Bodett sues Motel 6
Tom Bodett, the longtime voice of Motel 6’s iconic ads, is suing the chain and its parent company after claiming they used his name and voice without permission following a contract dispute.
Tom Bodett, the longtime voice of Motel 6’s iconic ads, is suing the chain and its parent company after claiming they used his name and voice without permission following a contract dispute.
Costco to offer new additional perk just for highest tier membership
Costco executive members can gain early morning access to stores while others wish for the return of the combo pizza instead.
Costco executive members can gain early morning access to stores while others wish for the return of the combo pizza instead.
Live Nation to open 18 new music venues in US, including Orlando: See the list
Live Nation Entertainment announced that it’s planning to spend $1 billion to open or break ground on 18 new music venues in the U.S., one of which will be located in Orlando.
Live Nation Entertainment announced that it’s planning to spend $1 billion to open or break ground on 18 new music venues in the U.S., one of which will be located in Orlando.
United partners with Spotify to stream music, podcasts, and audiobooks on flights
Spotify is now available on more than 130,000 United Airlines seatback screens, offering playlists, podcasts, and audiobooks for free — a first for any airline.
Spotify is now available on more than 130,000 United Airlines seatback screens, offering playlists, podcasts, and audiobooks for free — a first for any airline.
Paramount slashes jobs as streaming wars intensify
Paramount said it is focused on "reducing our headcount in finance, legal, technology and other support functions."
Paramount said it is focused on "reducing our headcount in finance, legal, technology and other support functions."
Google offering buyouts to employees across the company
The tech giant is offering the buyouts in several key divisions of the company as part of a cost savings effort.
The tech giant is offering the buyouts in several key divisions of the company as part of a cost savings effort.
Starbucks will pay up to $136,000 to travel the world and post about coffee on TikTok
Starbucks is hiring two Global Coffee Creators to travel internationally and document coffee culture online. The full-time job pays up to $136,000 and requires no degree or experience.
Starbucks is hiring two Global Coffee Creators to travel internationally and document coffee culture online. The full-time job pays up to $136,000 and requires no degree or experience.
Whole Foods' working to restock shelves as distributor faces cyberattack: Reports
United Natural Foods, a major distributor to Whole Foods, has paused deliveries after a cyberattack shut down its ordering systems, raising fears of empty shelves and supply delays.
United Natural Foods, a major distributor to Whole Foods, has paused deliveries after a cyberattack shut down its ordering systems, raising fears of empty shelves and supply delays.
Hulu now fully owned by Disney after $439 million deal with NBCUniversal
Disney will pay Comcast nearly $439 million to take full control of Hulu after a lengthy appraisal process, setting the stage for a unified streaming strategy with Disney+ and ESPN.
Disney will pay Comcast nearly $439 million to take full control of Hulu after a lengthy appraisal process, setting the stage for a unified streaming strategy with Disney+ and ESPN.
Disney celebrates major milestone while showcasing impact on US economy
Disneyland Park is celebrating its 70th anniversary, and the company that started the magic is sharing details about its economic impact in the U.S.
Disneyland Park is celebrating its 70th anniversary, and the company that started the magic is sharing details about its economic impact in the U.S.
Walmart expands drone delivery service to 3 more states in race against Amazon
Walmart has completed over 150,000 drone deliveries since 2021 with partners Wing and Zipline.
Walmart has completed over 150,000 drone deliveries since 2021 with partners Wing and Zipline.
Costco coming to Seminole Towne Center
The Seminole Towne Center Mall is getting a makeover, and the upgrades include a new Costco.
The Seminole Towne Center Mall is getting a makeover, and the upgrades include a new Costco.
Michaels completes purchase of fabric seller Joann’s brands
Michaels has acquired Joann’s brands, including Big Twist yarn, after Joann's bankruptcy. Here’s what we know.
Michaels has acquired Joann’s brands, including Big Twist yarn, after Joann's bankruptcy. Here’s what we know.
Costco confirms testing of 'scan-and-go' checkout technology to speed up long lines
The technology testing aims to improve shopping experience as competitors Sam's Club and BJ's already offer similar features.
The technology testing aims to improve shopping experience as competitors Sam's Club and BJ's already offer similar features.
Procter & Gamble cutting up to 7,000 jobs amid tariffs, consumer uncertainty
Procter & Gamble, the maker of Tide detergent and Pampers diapers, says it will cut up to 7,000 jobs over the next two years.
Procter & Gamble, the maker of Tide detergent and Pampers diapers, says it will cut up to 7,000 jobs over the next two years.
Planet Fitness’ free summer pass returns: What to know
Planet Fitness' summer pass allows teens to pre-register and work out for free. Here are the details.
Planet Fitness' summer pass allows teens to pre-register and work out for free. Here are the details.
Subway owner buys chicken chain
A popular new chicken chain says it has been acquired by a private equity firm that also owns Subway.
A popular new chicken chain says it has been acquired by a private equity firm that also owns Subway.
Retailers shift supply chains to reduce risks from Trump’s tariffs on China
Macy’s and Target cut China sourcing amid rising tariffs and trade war uncertainty under Trump administration
Macy’s and Target cut China sourcing amid rising tariffs and trade war uncertainty under Trump administration
Costco sees record fuel sales after extending gas station hours
The mega retailer reported two record sales weeks in the U.S. with longer gas station hours and new locations.
The mega retailer reported two record sales weeks in the U.S. with longer gas station hours and new locations.