Gov. Ron DeSantis created new controversy around Florida’s already controversial new election law Thursday, apparently giving exclusive access to the signing ceremony to Fox News and barring other media outlets from covering the event at the Hilton in West Palm Beach, according to reporters on the ground. “In about an […]
Read moreRudy Giuliani has reportedly shed his entourage and hired a part-time driver to cut costs as his legal fees mount
Rudy Giuliani has reportedly sacked most of his entourage to cut costs as his legal troubles — and fees — mount. Politico reported that Giuliani fired as many as five people since the FBI raided his properties. Giuliani also pays as much as $42,000 per month in alimony, which may […]
Read moreWhat’s Up With Apple: AirTags and Stalkers, Day in Court and More
Maybe Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) expected this and figured it would cause a kerfuffle for a day or two before disappearing: The company’s new AirTags location devices are not just useful for finding your lost car keys, but they also can easily be slipped into a purse or car and […]
Read moreDeSantis signs Florida election bill limiting drop boxes, mail-in voting live on 'Fox & Friends'
DeSantis signs election bill, marks one-year since state’s phased reopening Florida Governor Ron DeSantis discusses the damaging impact of COVID lockdowns, expresses support for law enforcement and signs a bill on election integrity and transparency. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a voting bill in the state into law on Thursday […]
Read moreFacebook's oversight board: Watchdog or distraction?
Facebook’s oversight board, which on Wednesday upheld the company’s ban of former President Donald Trump, also had some harsh words for its corporate sponsor: Facebook. “In applying a vague, standardless penalty and then referring this case to the Board to resolve, Facebook seeks to avoid its responsibilities,” the board wrote […]
Read moreThis tech startup allows fast-food companies facing a tight labor market to hire virtual cashiers to take drive-thru orders via a Zoom-style setup
Startup Bite Ninja allows fast-food restaurants to hire virtual cashiers during peak hours. 3,000 gig workers take drive-thru orders from remote locations via a Zoom-like setup. Created by the co-founder of Memphis Meats, Bite Ninja looks to resolve restaurant hiring woes. See more stories on Insider’s business page. In early […]
Read morePeloton's dragging its feet on the treadmill recall exposes larger safety issues — but some experts say the multi-billion dollar company will emerge unscathed
Peloton recalled its two treadmills on Wednesday, following regulator and consumer group pressure. Product safety and legal experts say Peloton is likely to face lasting reputational damage. Others say the company is likely to prevail, thanks to its rabid fanbase and flagship bikes. See more stories on Insider’s business page. […]
Read moreMy school forced me into special education. Now, I am going to college.
I was in third grade when I was first told I wasn’t smart enough. Simply because I didn’t pass a standardized test, I was labeled with a learning disability and forced into a special education program. I remember crying on my mom’s shoulders as she was told I had to […]
Read moreLyft said it expects some drivers to shift from food-delivery apps to ride-hailing ones after the pandemic
Lyft said some drivers will likely move from food-delivery to ride-hailing apps as the US reopens. Cofounder John Zimmer said ride-hail work generally has better pay and more social interaction. The shift could help solve Lyft’s driver shortage as ride-hail demand continues to grow. See more stories on Insider’s business […]
Read moreThieves jacked the Republican National Committee for $44K and then went on a coffee shopping spree, records show
Someone illegally used the RNC’s credit card to make almost $44,000 in fraudulent purchases. Fraudsters spent most of the money at a coffee and tea supplier that stocks high-end espresso machines. In public documents, the RNC initially described the thefts as “office supplies” purchases. It then revised its description when […]
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