In China, a new shopping trend has taken over: blind box livestreaming. It's like a game show, but for buying stuff. Viewers pay a small fee to get a mystery bag, called a "blind box, " which the seller opens live. If you're lucky, you can win more bags or even neat prizes. The thrill of the unknown
In the heart of Colorado Springs, a tiny bakery named Norma's Bakery was nearly shipwrecked after just one year of sailing. Its owners, Norma Torres Canales and Martin Gerardo Ortiz Ceja, were forced to reduce employee hours. The family-owned business was at risk of shutting down. Their daughter-in-
Last week, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell spoke at an event in Dallas. He emphasized the importance of the Fed's independence from politics. Powell got a big laugh from the crowd when he avoided talking about President Trump's plans to deport undocumented immigrants. He made it clear that po
Get ready for a boxing showdown unlike any other! Netflix is gearing up to stream a highly anticipated match between social media star Jake Paul and legend Mike Tyson. The fight, originally scheduled for the summer but delayed due to Tyson's health issues, is now set to take place at the AT&T Stadiu
Disney's latest financial report showed a mixed but strong performance, with a significant boost from their movie studio. The fourth quarter of the fiscal year, ending in September, saw a 6% increase in revenue, reaching around $22. 57 billion. This beat Wall Street's expectations. The star performe
It was a big day for Disney, with its latest earnings report showing impressive growth in streaming, blockbuster summer movies, and investments in its theme parks. The company’s earnings from the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 surpassed analyst expectations, driven largely by the streaming business w
Imagine this: a health food store that's been serving a community for nearly 60 years gets a total makeover while staying open for business. That's exactly what happened at Fruitful Yield in Batavia. The remodel project started in June and wrapped up in November, with shoppers witnessing the transfo
You've sent your saliva to 23andMe for genetic testing, but what happens if the company runs into trouble? Recently, 23andMe announced they're letting go of 40% of their staff. After their board resigned last year, the company's stock nosedived, raising doubts about its future. CEO Anne Wojcicki say
Facing a slump in the U. S. market, small to mid-sized unscripted TV producers are looking abroad for work. Recently, more American accents were heard at the MIPCOM market in Cannes. Producers like Lucky 8, known for shows like "60 Days In, " are exploring co-productions and deals with international
Are you tired of waiting for an employee to unlock those pesky anti-theft cases at Walmart? You might soon have the power to do it yourself! Walmart is testing a new technology that lets shoppers use their smartphones to unlock cases, making the shopping experience smoother. This isn't just about co
