Mike Vrabel has returned to the New England Patriots as their new head coach. The team announced his hiring on Sunday morning, confirming that Vrabel will lead the franchise for several years. Vrabel, a longtime player for the Patriots from 2001 to 2008, has been hired after Jerod Mayo’s firing in January. As a coach, … Read more
Macy’s is closing nine locations in California as part of its plan to shut down 150 underperforming stores nationwide over the next three years. Most of these closures are expected to happen in the first quarter of 2025, according to a January news release. The retailer is investing $350 million in 350 new stores by … Read more
Donald Trump’s second inauguration as president is approaching, and Americans are stocking up on goods in anticipation of tariffs he plans to impose on imports. A recent poll by The Guardian found that nearly half of respondents planned purchases before Trump entered office, while nearly two-thirds adjusted their financial plans for next year. Many consumers … Read more
A massive wildfire erupted in Los Angeles on Tuesday, forcing thousands of people to evacuate. Among those affected was actor Dennis Quaid. The incident sparked a heated discussion on social media, with many users expressing their frustration and disappointment. One YouTube comment described the scene as “awkward, embarrassing, and downright rude,” while another called it … Read more
A California man’s efforts to keep his cats healthy ultimately backfired when his unpasteurized milk exposed them to bird flu, resulting in the deaths of two pets and a hospitalization. Joseph Journell, 56, lost his beloved tabby and tuxedo cats after feeding them raw milk from Raw Farm, whose dairy products were recalled due to … Read more
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is set to release its fourth-quarter earnings report early Thursday, bringing attention to the chipmaker and its top customers like Apple, Nvidia, Broadcom, and Marvell Technology. The company’s shares have been volatile, gapping up 5.5% in January after reporting a 57.8% year-over-year surge in December revenue. JPMorgan Chase and Goldman … Read more
New York City has become the first US city to implement congestion pricing, with the plan taking effect on January 5. The move aims to generate revenue for the city while reducing traffic and improving air quality. However, President-elect Donald Trump has expressed opposition to the plan, calling it a “disaster” for NYC. Experts say … Read more
Chick-fil-A fans are up in arms after the fast-food chain changed its recipe for waffle fries, claiming it has made them “dry, grainy and tasteless.” Influencer Daryl-Ann Denner was among the first to sound the alarm on social media, writing that she misses the old recipe’s crispy texture. The company revealed a slight adjustment to … Read more
The Green Bay Packers’ playoff loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday was a fitting conclusion to a disappointing 2024 season. The team’s inability to overcome injuries and self-inflicted wounds ultimately led to their downfall. A dismal stretch against the Eagles, Vikings, and Lions earlier in the year set the tone for the rest of … Read more
Kohl’s department store has announced plans to close 27 underperforming stores by April, marking a significant shift from its previous stance of avoiding closures. The company will also shut down its San Bernardino, California e-commerce fulfillment center in May when the lease expires. Affected employees have been informed and offered severance packages or the opportunity … Read more