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Cinemas face 'existential' threat from coronavirus without new releases
Hollywood studios are delaying new releases and major theatre chains are holding off on opening their doors Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/coronavirus-cinemas-new-films-a9615451.html Droolin’ Dog sniffed out this story…
What do investors bidding up tech shares know that the rest of us don’t?
The biggest story to come out of the post-March stock market boom has been explosive growth in the value of technology shares. Software companies in…
The impending retail apocalypse
Because of the coronavirus and people’s buying habits moving online, retail stores are closing everywhere — often for good. Why it matters: Malls are going…
Aldi vows to never sell chlorinated chicken or hormone-treated beef
‘We will never compromise on the standards or specifications of our products,’ says supermarket boss Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/food-and-drink/aldi-chlorinated-chicken-hormone-treated-beef-brexit-us-trade-deal-a9605371.html Droolin’ Dog sniffed out this story and shared…
Manhattan apartment sales see worst decline in 30 years
Manhattan apartment sales went down by 54 percent in the second quarter of this year, marking the steepest decline in 30 years, according to a…
Supreme Court rules generic website names can be trademarked
The Supreme Court has ruled that website names are trademarkable even if they consist of a generic term followed by “.com.” The ruling means that…
Ford starts taking Mustang Mach-E orders in the US
Ford’s upcoming 2021 Mustang Mach-E is one step closer to making its way to consumers. On Tuesday, the automaker said anyone who has already reserved…
YouTube TV hikes price to $64.99 per month following new channel additions
YouTube TV is getting another price hike, making its live TV streaming service less competitive with the cable TV services it aims to replace. The…
Toyota recalls 752,000 Prius cars over flawed hybrid software
If you drive a Prius from the past several years, there’s a distinct chance you’ll have to take it in for service. Autoblog reports that…
The Microsoft Store is Dead
Like many retailers, Microsoft Stores closed during the global pandemic shut down. The lingering question has been, when would they reopen? Now Microsoft has an…
Airlines are gaming our political system for fossil-fuelled profit – on top of the multi-billion pound bailout
The climate column: If the aviation industry can have almost permanent access to the Treasury, transport ministers and the media, it is time climate protection…
American Airlines says it will fill planes to capacity starting July 1
American Airlines said that it will book flights to capacity, effective July 1, in a press release on Friday.The airline said it will notify customers…
Disney postpones reopening of California theme parks past July 17
Disney on Thursday announced it was postponing its planned phased reopening of two of its Disneyland theme parks in Anaheim, Calif., originally slated for July 17,…
Slack announces Connect, an improved way for companies to talk to one another
Virtual events are the new norm for product rollouts in 2020, with Slack taking to the internet earlier today to talk about a new part…
Ben & Jerry's joins North Face and Patagonia in pulling advertising from Facebook and Instagram over racism
Company calls for Facebook to ‘stop its platform from being used to spread and amplify racism and hate’ Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/ben-and-jerrys-facebook-advertising-racism-north-face-patagonia-a9583066.html Droolin’ Dog sniffed out this…
Apple to switch Mac lineup to its own chips
Apple is to phase out Intel CPUs in favor of its own ARM-based chips, it announced yesterday at the WWDC trade show in California. ARM…
North Face, Patagonia, REI join Facebook advertiser boycott
Enlarge / The participating businesses have decided the best way to show “dislike” is to withhold money. (credit: GreyParrot | Getty Images) Several brands have…
Virgin Galactic signs NASA deal to take private citizens to the ISS
Virgin Galactic announced that it has made a deal with NASA to bring private astronauts to the International Space Station. So far, Richard Branson’s company…
Businesses wrestle with liability issues surrounding reopening
Questions about liability and a lack of clear guidelines around the coronavirus pandemic are creating uncertainty for businesses as they move forward. Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/businesses-wrestle-liability-issues-surrounding-reopening-n1231337 Droolin’…
Uncle Ben’s to change its branding as part of parent company’s stance against racism
The announcement from Mars, Incorporated comes after a similar decision from Aunt Jemima’s parent company, recognizing the racial stereotypes in the brand’s origins. Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/uncle-ben-s-change-its-branding-part-parent-company-s-n1231329…
Aunt Jemima brand to change name, remove image that’s ‘based on racial stereotype’
“We recognize Aunt Jemima’s origins are based on a racial stereotype,” Quaker Oats said, adding that the move is an effort “toward progress on racial…
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