McDonald’s to require COVID-19 vaccines for all US-based staff
“Getting vaccinated remains the single most effective thing we can do to protect ourselves and our communities,” an internal note obtained by FOX Television Stations stated.
“Getting vaccinated remains the single most effective thing we can do to protect ourselves and our communities,” an internal note obtained by FOX Television Stations stated.
Yelp feature allows users to find businesses requiring COVID-19 vaccination
The company announced two free features for businesses — “proof of vaccination required” and “all staff fully vaccinated” — to help consumers understand how a business is currently operating amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The company announced two free features for businesses — “proof of vaccination required” and “all staff fully vaccinated” — to help consumers understand how a business is currently operating amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Starbucks to raise starting barista wages to $12 per hour, dole out 5% pay increases
Starbucks will increase employee wages by at least 5% in October and raise its starting barista wages to $12, the company said.
Starbucks will increase employee wages by at least 5% in October and raise its starting barista wages to $12, the company said.
Disney issues vaccine mandate for all salary, non-union hourly employees in the U.S.
Disney has informed its employees and Cast Members that the company will require all salaried and non-union hourly employees in the U.S. working at any of the company's sites to be fully vaccinated.
Disney has informed its employees and Cast Members that the company will require all salaried and non-union hourly employees in the U.S. working at any of the company's sites to be fully vaccinated.
Walmart mandates masks for all workers in areas with high infection rates
Walmart is reversing its mask policy and will require all its workers -- including those who are vaccinated -- to wear masks if they are in areas with high infection rates.
Walmart is reversing its mask policy and will require all its workers -- including those who are vaccinated -- to wear masks if they are in areas with high infection rates.
Restaurant, hospitality workers quit at record rates amid COVID-19 pandemic
According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, workers have been leaving their jobs at restaurants and hotels at the highest rate in decades.
According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, workers have been leaving their jobs at restaurants and hotels at the highest rate in decades.
Twitter reportedly closes SF, NY offices over delta variant concerns
Twitter has reportedly closed its offices in San Francisco and New York, effective immediately.
Twitter has reportedly closed its offices in San Francisco and New York, effective immediately.
Maryland’s largest brewery launches its first non-alcoholic beer
Deepfakes are getting harder and harder to spot and now a new non-alcoholic beer from Maryland’s largest brewery can be added to that list.
Deepfakes are getting harder and harder to spot and now a new non-alcoholic beer from Maryland’s largest brewery can be added to that list.
Rental car shortage causing higher prices and leaving vacationers without vehicles
Like so many other industries, the car rental industry is experiencing a fleet shortage as result of the pandemic.
Like so many other industries, the car rental industry is experiencing a fleet shortage as result of the pandemic.
Homeowners previously in COVID mortgage forbearance can qualify for low-income refinance – here's how
Fannie Mae's low-income refinance program is now available to more homeowners after the lender expanded the program to include those who skipped payments due to COVID-19 forbearance.
Fannie Mae's low-income refinance program is now available to more homeowners after the lender expanded the program to include those who skipped payments due to COVID-19 forbearance.
Fireworks shortage could dim Fourth of July celebrations nationwide
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Keystone XL Pipeline project terminated, company announces
The Keystone XL Pipeline project has been terminated, the TC Energy Corporation announced on Wednesday.
The Keystone XL Pipeline project has been terminated, the TC Energy Corporation announced on Wednesday.
Best Buy will close stores on Thanksgiving 2021
Best Buy has announced it will be closing its doors on Thanksgiving 2021, following suit with Target and Walmart which made similar announcements earlier this year.
Best Buy has announced it will be closing its doors on Thanksgiving 2021, following suit with Target and Walmart which made similar announcements earlier this year.
Brood X creating a car-wash business boom
While you may be tired of cicadas, people who own car washes are not.
While you may be tired of cicadas, people who own car washes are not.
United offers flight attendants extra pay, vacation for proof of COVID-19 vaccination
United Airlines announced it will offer flight attendants extra vacation days or pay for proof of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
United Airlines announced it will offer flight attendants extra vacation days or pay for proof of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
Bethesda chocolate shop selling chocolate covered cicada treats
A Bethesda chocolate shop is leaning into the arrival of Brood X by selling a new treat - chocolate covered cicadas.
A Bethesda chocolate shop is leaning into the arrival of Brood X by selling a new treat - chocolate covered cicadas.
Amazon sets Prime Day dates for June
Amazon has announced the dates for its annual Prime Day for 2021.
Amazon has announced the dates for its annual Prime Day for 2021.
Is the mortgage refinance boom ending? What to consider now
Refinancing your mortgage could still make sense, even as interest rates gradually rise.
Refinancing your mortgage could still make sense, even as interest rates gradually rise.
Bitcoin value cut in half as cryptocurrencies tumble in weekend slide
Prices began to tumble last week as the US and China signaled potential crypto crackdowns.
Prices began to tumble last week as the US and China signaled potential crypto crackdowns.
Airbnb customers upset, complaining about expensive cleaning fees
Short-term vacation rentals are booming as people look to travel. They offer easy booking for customers and a host of options – all from a cell phone or computer. However, some travelers are being vocal – disappointed by extra costs that are adding up – specifically with Airbnb.
Short-term vacation rentals are booming as people look to travel. They offer easy booking for customers and a host of options – all from a cell phone or computer. However, some travelers are being vocal – disappointed by extra costs that are adding up – specifically with Airbnb.

















