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Uber Driver Knocks Biotech CEO Unconscious Over Service Dog, Lawsuit Claims (Video) Uber Driver Knocks Biotech CEO Unconscious Over Service Dog, Lawsuit Claims (Video)
Uber Driver Knocks Biotech CEO Unconscious Over Service Dog, Lawsuit Claims (Video) A biotechnology executive is reportedly suing Uber after a video showed one of its drivers punching him in the face while he was holding his service dog. Bryan Kobel, CEO of United Kingdom-based TC BioPharm, filed the lawsuit on Monday, Aug. 18, according to The Post and Courier newspaper in Charleston, South Carolina. The suit claims that Kobel was knocked unconscious while waiting for a ride with his girlfriend outside Maison, a French restaurant on Upper King Street in Charleston, on Thursday, April 24. According to the lawsuit, the driver, identified as 42-year-old Vadim Nikolaevic…
$15.7B Merger Would Create New Global Coffee Giant: Here's How $15.7B Merger Would Create New Global Coffee Giant: Here's How
$15.7B Merger Would Create New Global Coffee Giant: Here's How The owner of Dr Pepper is brewing up a massive deal that would create the world's top coffee company and a new North American soda powerhouse. Keurig Dr Pepper has reached an agreement to buy Dutch coffee company JDE Peet's for $15.7 billion, the companies announced in a joint news release on Monday, Aug. 25. The all-cash deal would create two separate businesses: Global Coffee Co. and Beverage Co. JDE Peet's, which owns coffee brands like Maxwell House and Peet's Coffee, will combine with Keurig Dr Pepper's properties, including Green Mountain Coffee, Swiss Miss,&n…
New Washing Machine Plays Hit Outkast Song After Cycles: Here's How To Win One New Washing Machine Plays Hit Outkast Song After Cycles: Here's How To Win One
New Washing Machine Plays Hit Outkast Song After Cycles: Here's How To Win One Ain't no washer dope as this, it's just so fresh, so clean. Whirlpool is giving away a limited number of washing machines that play the hit Outkast song "So Fresh, So Clean" after each cycle. Big Boi, part of the hip-hop duo, has teamed up with the appliance brand for the national sweepstakes. Fans can win the limited-edition Whirlpool Front Load Washer, which highlights the brand's new FreshFlow Vent System. "We knew with a washer this fresh, it warranted the freshest collab," said Whirlpool senior brand manager Morgan LaLonde. "And nobody knows how to keep things fresh better t…
PA Among Top 15 States Where Haircuts Cost Most, New Study Finds PA Among Top 15 States Where Haircuts Cost Most, New Study Finds
PA Among Top 15 States Where Haircuts Cost Most, New Study Finds The rising cost of a haircut is hitting wallets harder in some Northeast states than others, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of States Where People Spend the Most & Least on Hair Care on Wednesday, Aug. 20. The personal finance website compared the average price of men's barbershop visits and women's salon services in all 50 states to median household incomes. The study found Pennsylvanians spend about 1.42% of their income on hair care, ranking 11th nationwide. New York followed close behind at 17th (1.34%), while Massachusetts placed 20th (1.31%). …
LA Fitness Trapped Customers In Gym Contracts, FTC Lawsuit Claims LA Fitness Trapped Customers In Gym Contracts, FTC Lawsuit Claims
LA Fitness Trapped Customers In Gym Contracts, FTC Lawsuit Claims Canceling gym memberships turned into a maze of hurdles for LA Fitness customers, according to a federal lawsuit. LA Fitness is accused of using "opaque and complicated methods" that made it nearly impossible for members to end recurring charges. The Federal Trade Commission announced a lawsuit against the national gym chain on Wednesday, Aug. 20. The complaint targets California-based Fitness International and Fitness & Sports Clubs. The companies operate LA Fitness along with Esporta Fitness, City Sports Club, and Club Studio.  Together, the companies run more than 600 gyms…
Cracker Barrel Makeover Blasted As 'Woke' By Conservatives, Petitions Call For Boycott Cracker Barrel Makeover Blasted As 'Woke' By Conservatives, Petitions Call For Boycott
Cracker Barrel Makeover Blasted As 'Woke' By Conservatives, Petitions Call For Boycott Cracker Barrel's push to modernize has sparked fierce criticism, as the restaurant chain is the latest brand to be labeled "woke" by conservatives The Tennessee-based company, known for its rustic country stores and Southern meals, unveiled its first new logo in nearly 50 years on Tuesday, Aug. 19. The logo drops the familiar man-and-barrel image for a simpler design as part of a broader remodel and menu refresh. Right-wing figures like Donald Trump Jr. have criticized the changes. "WTF is wrong with @CrackerBarrel??!" the President's son tweeted on Wednesday, Aug. 20. Florida R…
Northeast States Rank Among Nation's Worst Tippers, Study Finds: Here's Why Northeast States Rank Among Nation's Worst Tippers, Study Finds: Here's Why
Northeast States Rank Among Nation's Worst Tippers, Study Finds: Here's Why Residents across the Northeast are earning high incomes but leaving some of the nation's lowest tips, according to a new study. Payment processing company BLogic Systems released a list of the 10 worst states for tipping. The analysis looked at average tip percentages, waitstaff wages, and public attitudes toward gratuities, combining them into a "Generosity Index." Connecticut landed third-worst nationwide, with an average tip of 19.8% and a Generosity Index score of 25.1 out of 100. The Constitution State's average income is $78,820, yet 92.4% of residents reported "tipping fati…
Waymo To Test Self-Driving Cars In Major East Coast City: What To Know Waymo To Test Self-Driving Cars In Major East Coast City: What To Know
Waymo To Test Self-Driving Cars In Major East Coast City: What To Know Waymo will soon begin testing its self-driving cars in New York City. The autonomous vehicle company has received approval to begin test drives on the streets of Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn, the city announced on Friday, Aug. 22. This is the first time New York City has granted a permit for self-driving cars. The permit allows Waymo to deploy up to eight autonomous vehicles with a trained safety specialist behind the wheel at all times until late September. Testing is limited to certain areas, and all vehicles must meet strict cybersecurity and reporting requirements. Se…
Two PA High Schools Ranked In Nation's Top 100: See Niche's Full List Two PA High Schools Ranked In Nation's Top 100: See Niche's Full List
Two PA High Schools Ranked In Nation's Top 100: See Niche's Full List More than 30 high schools across the Northeast have earned spots among the top 100 in the country, according to a new ranking. Niche has released its Best Public High Schools in America rankings for 2025. The list evaluates schools using data from the Department of Education, along with millions of student and parent reviews. Rankings are based on academics, college readiness, graduation rates, teacher quality, and school culture. Unlike past years, SAT and ACT scores were not considered to reflect a growing de-emphasis on standardized testing in college admissions. Here are the …
Apple TV+ Raises Rates As Streaming Rivals Launch New Apps, Hike Prices Apple TV+ Raises Rates As Streaming Rivals Launch New Apps, Hike Prices
Apple TV+ Raises Rates As Streaming Rivals Launch New Apps, Hike Prices The home of "Ted Lasso," "Severance," and "For All Mankind" is about to get a little more expensive. Apple TV+ is raising its monthly subscription price from $9.99 to $12.99, according to the streaming platform's website. This is the third time Apple TV+ has increased its price since launching in 2019, The Verge reported. The change will go into effect after a seven-day trial for new users on Thursday, Aug. 21. Current subscribers will see the higher rate 30 days after their next renewal date. Apple spokesperson Tom Neumayr confirmed the price hike in an email to The Verge. “Since it laun…
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