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Time Releases its 100 Most Influential People Issue
Taylor Swift, TV journalist Gayle King and soccer star Mohamed Salah are among the six famous faces featured on the covers of Time's annual "100 Most Influential People in the World" issue.
Martha Stewart Brand to Be Sold Again
Sequential Brands Group, which bought the Martha Stewart brand nearly four years ago for about $353 million, said Tuesday that it is selling it to Marquee Brands for about $175 million.
Solar Car Startup Sono to Build in Sweden, Starting in 2020
Munich-based startup Sono Motors plans to build the first mass produced solar electric vehicle in Sweden, starting next year.
Air France Revives Its Famous Suitcase with Vintage Collection
Ready for some retro styling? Created in the 1950s for first-class passengers, Air France suitcases have won over generations of travelers from all over the world. Two new versions are now available in a limited edition.
Godiva Moves Beyond Chocolate to Open 2,000 Cafes
Godiva is looking beyond its iconic gold gift box of chocolates. The Belgium confectioner is rolling out 2,000 cafes over the next six years.
Fashion Capital NYC Considers Banning Fur
A burgeoning movement to outlaw fur is seeking to make its biggest statement yet in the fashion mecca of New York City.
New Cholesterol Study: Yay or Nay on Eggs?
Just in time for Easter eggs, a recent study revisited the issue about eating foods high in cholesterol. The findings are nuanced but suggest that those with high cholesterol may want to limit food with cholesterol.
What was Lost, What was Saved from the Notre Dame Fire?
More than simply an iconic cathedral and jewel of Gothic architecture, Notre Dame was a treasure trove, housing priceless and irreplaceable marvels of immense religious, artistic, musical, historical and architectural value.
Electric Car Makers Woo Chinese Buyers with Range, Features
Automakers are showcasing electric SUVs and sedans with more driving range and luxury features at the Shanghai auto show, trying to appeal to Chinese buyers in their biggest market as Beijing slashes subsidies that have propelled demand.
Protestors Critique Chick-fil-A... from Atop a Zamboni
Fast food franchise Chick-fil-A got called out again over the weekend for its anti-LGBTQ antics... this time by protestors who flashed signs from a Zamboni at a Cincinnati hockey game.
Ground Beef Likely Cause of 6-State Food Poisoning Outbreak
Health officials say ground beef is the likely source of a food poisoning outbreak that has sickened more than 100 people in six states.
As Cashless Stores Grow, So Does Backlash
Cash-free stores are generating a backlash among some activists and liberal-leaning policymakers who say the practice discriminates against people who either lack bank accounts or rely on cash for many transactions.
Walmart Partners with Kidbox Styling Service
Walmart is teaming up with Kidbox, the 3-year-old online styling service for children, to offer its customers an exclusive, curated style box.
Nations Express Solidarity with France After Notre Dame Fire
Nations expressed solidarity with France after the fire at the Notre Dame Cathedral and offered their support for the recovery.
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum Tackles Visitors' Color Blindness
The vibrant colors and hues in Georgia O'Keeffe's paintings soon will be on full display for color-blind visitors.
Pulitzers Given to Aretha Franklin, Author Richard Powers
Aretha Franklin received an honorary Pulitzer Prize on Monday, as judges praised the Queen of Soul "for her indelible contribution to American music and culture."
Kenya's Cherono Wins Men's Boston Marathon in Sprint to Tape
The two-time Boston Marathon champion turned onto Boylston Street with a sliver of a lead, leaning in front of two others with the finish line in sight.
In 'FUCT' Fashion Brand Case, Justices Avoid Saying Word
The Supreme Court's nine justices discussed a trademark case Monday involving a Los Angeles-based fashion brand spelled F-U-C-T. But the justices got through about an hour of arguments without saying the brand's name.
Trendy CBD Rocks Retail World, But Does it Work?
There is very little science behind most of the health claims made for CBD, the cannabis product turning up in cosmetics, foods and dietary supplements.
Volkswagen Unveils Fully-Electric SUV for China Market
Volkswagen is planning to release a fully-electric SUV in China which could compete with Tesla's Model X.