What an elitist load of claptrap. I’m talking, for those who missed it (lucky them), about Jeremy Clarkson’s embarrassing rant over cruising in a national newspaper last weekend that would have insulted millions, and –frankly – proved he hasn’t got a clue what he is talking about. I make my […]
The California Human Resources Department removed caps on state employees’ leave balances Tuesday, a change that ensures workers can store up the days off they’re accruing under state pay cut agreements. Workers normally can bank up to 640 hours, or 80 days, of vacation and other types of leave. The […]
Patti LuPone live from NYC and Patton Oswalt live from L.A. lead our weekly list of online concerts, streaming theater productions, virtual art exhibitions and other cultural experiences for your viewing consideration this weekend. Here’s our latest rundown, all times Pacific. “Live From the West Side: Women of Broadway”Broadway legend […]
The dreaded middle seat is mostly back. Southwest Airlines Co. LUV, +5.24% said Thursday it will resume booking middle seats on its flights starting Dec. 1. “I was a bit surprised by this news,” said Scott Keyes, co-founder of travel site Scott’s Cheap Flights. Southwest built its name as one […]
Circa will unveil what it claims to be the world’s largest sportsbook on Wednesday. The stadium-style venue is described as a “one of a kind betting experience” by Circa sportsbook director Matt Metcalf, with single-seat cushioned chairs in front of a 78-million-pixel, high-definition screen; a dedicated broadcast studio with real-time, […]
© Provided by The Points Guy MSN has partnered with The Points Guy for our coverage of credit card products. MSN and The Points Guy may receive a commission from card issuers. When I went to Disney World in July on the day the parks officially reopened after months of […]
Everything you need to know about credit card surcharges. (iStock) Shoppers everywhere are accustomed to doing “mental math” before checkout: a quick accounting of how much the total purchase will cost and how much you’ll need to pay. You’ll decide if you want to pay with cash, credit, or debit. […]
“It used to be if an appliance got damaged but was still workable, the customers would return it to get a new one. They don’t do that now because there’s no new ones to get,” Carr said. “So that’s added to the amount of repairs that need to be done […]
Ooh, we’ll help you think about it, companies! This week: Come up with an idea for promoting some commercial product or service (a) in space, (b) in a prison, (c) at a kindergarten, (d) by a football team or (e) in the White House. While the astronauts won’t be using […]
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The city of Salem, Mass., typically a popular tourist destination around Halloween, announced on Wednesday that it will be tripling fines typically implemented over the holiday in order to limit the number of people visiting amid the coronavirus pandemic. In a press release on Wednesday, Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll outlined […]
Some hunting seasons bring snow, cold, winds and inhospitable conditions which we as hunters prepare for in order to pursue an oft-anticipated portion of our year, and in the end find success in the field through our efforts. These efforts may start way back in spring or summer, getting into […]
Savvy customers know to shop around. You’ll never find the coolest products if you limit yourself to just one store. With online PC game marketplaces, all you need to do is open a tab or launch an app to expand your purchasing possibilities. The internet’s freedom also means stores can […]
Celebrities such as William Shatner and John Cleese have joined the astronomy and science professor’s class. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — College professors all over the country are trying to figure out ways to make their virtual classes more exciting during the pandemic, and it looks like an associate professor at Ivy […]
In September, illustrator and designer Tuesday Bassen made an unusual announcement in response to her size-inclusive clothing company’s recent uptick in sales: She would be temporarily closing her online shop, Tuesday of California, for the entire month of October through the first week of November. In light of, well, everything, […]
When Stephanie Wittels Wachs introduces herself — to her daughter’s new first-grade teacher, for instance — it can be a little awkward. “What do you do?” they’ll ask her. “I make podcasts,” Wachs replies. “Oh, yeah? What’s your podcast about?” “Um, death …” Uneasy silence. “No, no, but it’s funny!” […]
The UK’s leading ski operator has launched free Covid-19 cover to protect its customers if they cannot travel this season Crystal, the UK’s leading ski holiday operator, has confirmed that it won’t operate holidays to any destinations where customers need to quarantine, either when they arrive or when they return […]
‘And to thee and thy company I bid a hearty welcome’ reads the inscription on the bronze gates to New Place, William Shakespeare’s final residence in Stratford-upon-Avon. The Bard’s words from Act 5 Scene 1 of The Tempest seem almost wistful now in a town longing to welcome people from […]
When Pamela Forbus stepped into her role as chief marketing officer for international alcohol conglomerate Pernod Ricard’s North America division in June, things were anything but calm. Americans were struggling to come to terms with the way the pandemic upended everything from business and vacation plans to accessibility to everyday […]
While we have to wait a bit longer to actually watch The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, some of the merchandise for the show is starting to make its way online, and there are a few revelations that have come from them. The most recent case of this is thanks […]
Leaves of bright gold and deep red dance with their green counterparts on a chilly fall morning. As the cool breeze blows, some flutter from their branches and float gently to the ground below. “The fall colors out there are just immaculate,” Adam Downs marvels. He’s about to show nine […]
Rokt Pte Ltd., an eight-year-old e-commerce marketing software provider, has raised $80 million in Series D funding. The round, which was led by investment firm TDM Growth Partners, Rokt’s largest backer, raises the company’s valuation by 42% to more than $450 million, the company said. The investment in Rokt comes […]