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Musk Touts 146,000 Orders for Tesla's Electric Pickup Truck
Elon Musk says Tesla has received nearly 150,000 orders for its new electric pickup truck since the automaker revealed the futuristic vehicle earlier this week to mixed reviews.
In the Spirit with Celebrity-Launched Wines and Liquors
From Kate Hudson's new vodka to Dylan Sprouse's Brooklyn-made mead, celebrities with their own brands of spirits and wines can make drink-loving fans happy at the holidays.
Gluten-Sensitive Liberals? Investigating the Stereotype
Despite having no data to support their claims, media voices ranging from the satirical show Portlandia to commentators on Fox News have poked fun at what they characterize as the gluten-intolerant left.
Restaurant Group Sues over Berkeley's Natural Gas Ban
Berkeley's first-in-the-nation ban on natural gas in new construction may end up eroding the region's reputation for fine and creative dining, according to a California trade association suing the city on behalf of restaurants.
Stainless Steel, Broken Glass and Buzz, Tesla Makes A Pickup
The much-hyped unveiling of Tesla's electric pickup truck went off script Thursday night when supposedly unbreakable window glass splintered twice when hit with a large metal ball.
How GM Ended Up Suing Its Crosstown Rival
Automakers sue each other on occasion, but no one in Detroit can remember one accusing another of bribing union officials to get an unfair labor cost advantage. Yet that's what happened Wednesday.
US Officials: Don't Eat Romaine Grown in Salinas, California
U.S. health officials on Friday told people to avoid romaine lettuce grown in Salinas, California, because of another food poisoning outbreak.
Tesla Edges into Pickup Truck Market with Electric Model
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is taking on the workhorse heavy pickup truck market with his latest electric vehicle. The "cybertruck," an electric pickup truck, will be in production in 2021, Musk said at the Los Angeles Auto Show Thursday.
Amazon Pulls Skin-Lightening Products Off Site Amid Pushback
Amazon has pulled more than a dozen skin-lightening products with dangerous mercury levels off its website after pushback from Minnesota public-health and environmental activists.
Miss Fame to Justin Bieber: Don't 'Celebrate' Me, Just Pay Me Fairly
Miss Fame, "RuPaul's Drag Race" alum, was reportedly offered just $500 to appear in a Justin Bieber video. Read her response and reasoning for declining the offer here.
Road-Safety Regulator Rapped over Regulating Autonomous Cars
The nation's road-safety regulator is under fire again for what critics call lax oversight of tests involving autonomous vehicles.
Before You Travel, Takes Steps to Ensure a Happy Homecoming
Some simple pre-departure tasks are crucial to a happy homecoming.
First Marvel Comics Issue Sells in Texas for $1.26 Million
A rare near-mint condition copy of the first Marvel Comics comic book has sold at auction in Dallas for $1.26 million.
Give the Gift of Winter White This Holiday Season
White is snow and Santa's beard, so why not share the joy by embracing the color in holiday gifts?
Say You Don't Have Time to Workout? You're Not Alone
Feeling down lately? The key to happiness may be in the weight room, according to new research.
Target Bursts Into the Holiday Season with a Bang
Target is bursting into the critical holiday season with strong third-quarter earnings as the company pushes faster delivery and invests in stores and on new fashion brands.
Apple Sleuths Hunt Northwest for Varieties Believed Extinct
The apple tree stands alone near the top of a steep hill, wind whipping through its branches as a perfect sunset paints its leaves a vibrant gold.
New SUVs and Electric Vehicles Highlight L.A. Auto Show
New electric vehicles, several new small SUVs, a redesigned compact car, a plug-in version of Toyota's top-selling vehicle and a futuristic electric station wagon concept car from Volkswagen are among the new models on display this week.
Officials Trace Multi-State Hepatitis A Cases to Supermarket Berries
A hepatitis A outbreak in Nebraska, Indiana and Wisconsin has been traced to blackberries sold in Fresh Thyme grocery stores.
Thankfully kinky
It's that time of year again when we're all preparing to be thankful. Thanksgiving is around the corner and many of us will gather with family or friends, kinky or otherwise, and hopefully enjoy the holiday pondering that for which we're thankful.