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Natasha Etzel

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Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers goes on another store opening spree: See a list of locations coming soon

The fast-growing chicken chain, which has been popular with Gen Z and millennials, has a goal of operating more than 1,600 U.S. restaurants.

03.08.2026 5

Fast Company

Natasha Etzel

We Tested the Best Website Builders for Businesses. Here’s How Shopify, Squarespace, Wix, and More Compare

We Tested the Best Website Builders for Businesses. Here’s How Shopify, Squarespace, Wix, and More Compare

We Tested the Best Website Builders for Businesses. Here’s How Shopify, Squarespace, Wix, and More Compare If you need a website but you don’t...

31.07.2026 6

Inc.com

Natasha Etzel

It’s only July, but measles cases in 2026 have already topped last year—and last year was already bad

For the second year in a row, measles cases are at their worst levels since the early 1990s, with lower vaccination rates fueling outbreaks in...

27.07.2026 6

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Natasha Etzel

Tinder expands its live events feature to more cities as dating app burnout grips Gen Z

The Match Group brand has discovered which types of events are resonating most. One 60-person candlelight ceramics class sold out within a day.

23.07.2026 5

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Natasha Etzel

Move to one of these 25 ‘cities on the rise’ if you want better job opportunities in 2026

A new analysis from LinkedIn looks at the metro areas where employers are hiring and talented professionals are launching careers.

22.07.2026 7

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Natasha Etzel

Instagram finally lets you swap audio on posts. Here’s how to do it

No more deleting your content just because you want to change the music.

21.07.2026 8

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Natasha Etzel

Airline stocks shrug as State Department tells Americans to exercise ‘worldwide caution’ in travel warning

The relatively rare message came as the war in Iran has intensified. Investors don’t seem especially concerned.

20.07.2026 8

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Natasha Etzel

The Latest Robot Lawn Mowers Are Finally Able to Handle Your Lawn, Even If It’s Big and Complex

The Latest Robot Lawn Mowers Are Finally Able to Handle Your Lawn, Even If It’s Big and Complex Some robot lawn mowers feature all-wheel drive and...

14.06.2026 10

Inc.com

Natasha Etzel

On The Border is closing stores today: Full list of doomed locations includes company-owned restaurants

The Tex-Mex chain, which was acquired by Pappas after a Chapter 11 bankruptcy, confirmed that it will shutter restaurants following a review.

12.06.2026 10

Fast Company

Natasha Etzel

Target recalls baby wipes over fears of life-threatening bacteria and complaints of skin and eye irritation

The retail giant urged consumers to ‘take immediate action,’ as infants and young children are especially vulnerable to infections. Here’s what...

08.06.2026 10

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Natasha Etzel

Vegetarian restaurant chain Clover Food Labs is reopening: List of saved locations include those in Boston

News of its closure last month had led to an outpouring of customer support along with an investment. Here’s the latest.

05.06.2026 10

Fast Company

Natasha Etzel

A beloved vegetarian restaurant chain is closing all of its locations, joining the list of retailers to shutter under the weight of suffocating costs

The fast-casual eatery, which had built a following across the greater Boston area over 17 years, told its customers that today will be its last day.

28.05.2026 10

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Natasha Etzel

Claire’s closed hundred of stores. Now the tween mall brand is turning up in locations you’d never expect

Don’t be surprised if you see more jewelry or hair accessories during your next trip to CVS, Walmart, or Kohl’s.

21.05.2026 10

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Natasha Etzel

Party City store closures started a war to win over its customers. Two very different retailers are on the front lines

Michaels sells arts and craft. Staples trades in office supplies. Both retail chains want to party with you.

14.05.2026 20

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Natasha Etzel

IRS Covid refund 2026: Eligibility, deadline, timeline, and how to find out if the government owes you money

Millions of Americans may be entitled to payments as a result of a court ruling, the national taxpayer advocate wrote last week: “This issue is...

04.05.2026 20

Fast Company

Natasha Etzel

Ghirardelli Chocolate products recalled over Salmonella fears. Avoid this list of 13 beverage mixes

The storied California-based company says it is recalling the products after a dairy producer linked its milk powder to potential contamination.

29.04.2026 30

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Natasha Etzel

Customers blindsided as Wren Kitchens abruptly shutters showrooms and Home Depot studios after Chapter 7 bankruptcy

The custom-fitted kitchen retailer’s sudden closures come days after some customers paid their deposits, according to social media.

28.04.2026 20

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Natasha Etzel

700 Staples stores are bringing back Party City by opening shop-in-shops. Here’s the full list of locations in 34 states

Customers will be able to buy balloons, gift bags, and more at the office supply store as the two struggling brands partner up.

24.04.2026 20

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Natasha Etzel

SNAP benefits changes begin in Florida today. These states are next

New food restriction waivers enable states to exclude sugary foods and drinks from purchases made through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance...

20.04.2026 20

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Natasha Etzel

An Etsy-style retail chain abruptly closed all of its stores, leaving customers and vendors blindsided

Painted Tree Boutiques, which gave indie businesses a brick-and-mortar platform in its dozens of shops, shut down with no warning on Tuesday.

17.04.2026 30

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Natasha Etzel

Shorter workweeks and cancer cures: Chase Bank boss Jamie Dimon puts an optimistic spin on AI disruption

In his annual shareholder letter, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase acknowledged that AI will cause job losses but seemed to argue the tech will be a net...

06.04.2026 30

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Natasha Etzel

‘We are beyond frustrated’: Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian blasts inaction in Congress that fueled travel chaos

With major airlines facing challenges on multiple fronts, some bosses are wondering why leadership on Capitol Hill has felt so utterly lacking.

02.04.2026 30

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Natasha Etzel

JetBlue baggage fees are going up. Will other airlines follow as fuel costs rise in 2026?

Traveling by air continues to get more expensive. Here’s how much it will cost you to check a bag or two for your next flight.

01.04.2026 30

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Noodles & Company closed dozens of restaurants last year. Here’s why is the stock price soaring in 2026

The fast-casual chain has been optimizing its store footprint. This week, it said restaurant closures have boosted sales at nearby locations.

27.03.2026 30

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Salmonella fears spark Costco recall of meatloaf meal kits. Are any other food products impacted?

In a notice to members, Costco said supplier Griffith Foods had recalled a potentially contaminated ingredient. Here’s the latest and what we know.

17.03.2026 30

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Natasha Etzel

Airline bosses ask Congress to end the government shutdown as TSA workers go unpaid and travel chaos continues

The CEOs of American Airlines, Delta, United, and others are urging a prompt solution. Major airline stocks have slid by double digits this year.

16.03.2026 30

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Natasha Etzel

Saks Fifth Avenue store closures update: See the full list of doomed locations in 12 states

The latest list of closures will impact Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue stores, including the one on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile.

09.03.2026 20

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Natasha Etzel

Wendy’s just took the fast-food burger trolling wars to the next level. You could get a big paycheck out of it

The restaurant chain says it’s hiring a ‘chief tasting officer,’ but be prepared to create some engaging content if you want to apply.

06.03.2026 20

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Natasha Etzel

Flight cancellations continue at airports in Dubai, Qatar, Abu Dhabi, and elsewhere as Iran war escalates

Airlines including Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Flydubai are scrambling to communicate guidance to passengers during the crisis. Here’s the latest.

02.03.2026 30

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Natasha Etzel

Monks arrive in D.C. after their cross-country walk for peace. Here’s what they have planned next

10.02.2026 40

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Natasha Etzel

Free Starbucks coffee today: How to get your cup after hometown Seattle Seahawks won the Super Bowl

09.02.2026 40

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Natasha Etzel

Are the monks in D.C. yet? Walk for peace is entering the home stretch: How to follow them on their final route

03.02.2026 40

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Natasha Etzel

Nipah virus outbreak: Health screenings rolled out at some airports after India cases: Here’s the latest

02.02.2026 30

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Major baby food company recalls ‘crawler snacks’ nationwide. Watch out for these products

29.01.2026 30

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Noodles & Company is closing 30 more restaurants: List of doomed locations grows in 2026

15.01.2026 30

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Throw away these recalled dietary supplements right now. They may contain a ‘life-threatening’ ingredient

12.01.2026 30

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Salad and Go is closing 32 more restaurants this week: List of doomed locations grows for Sweetgreen rival

09.01.2026 60

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Flu virus tracker: Latest update shows high influenza activity across most states. Watch out for these symptoms

06.01.2026 30

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Monks walk for peace: Route, live tracking map, and what to know about their journey from Texas to D.C.

02.01.2026 60

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Holiday treats recalled from stores nationwide: Don’t let these mislabeled products spoil your Christmas party

24.12.2025 30

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Natasha Etzel

‘Super flu’ virus tracker: Symptoms and latest update as subclade K influenza variant spreads

22.12.2025 30

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Natasha Etzel

Ben & Jerry’s free bar drop: List of stores, new flavors, and where to find sweet treats nationwide today

17.12.2025 30

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Natasha Etzel

Eggs recalled after Salmonella sickens 63 people in California: See the list of products and stores impacted

16.12.2025 30

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Natasha Etzel

Supergreens powder and supplements recalled nationwide after Salmonella outbreak sickens people in 7 states

14.11.2025 30

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Natasha Etzel

Job cuts again? Welcome to the grim new era of ‘forever layoffs’

12.11.2025 20

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Don’t eat these peaches or peach products: Listeria contamination fears spark nationwide recalls

04.11.2025 20

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Natasha Etzel

Raw milk cheese recalled after outbreak of E. coli infections in two states: Full list of products to avoid

28.10.2025 30

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Toys ‘R’ Us is opening new stores: See the full list of holiday 2025 locations

24.10.2025 40

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Burritos and wraps are being recalled over fears of Listeria in eggs. Full list of ready-to-eat products to avoid

20.10.2025 30

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Natasha Etzel

Even more pasta salads recalled over Listeria fears: Here’s the latest list of products to avoid

10.10.2025 20

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Natasha Etzel