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VF Breaks Away From Denim to Focus on Activewear
The company that makes Wrangler and Lee jeans is breaking off its denim division to focus on its fast-growing outdoor and activewear business as Americans swap out jeans for yoga pants.
A Taste for Octopus Increases Global Demand
Whether it's spiced in the Spanish style or sliced as Japanese sashimi, octopus as a dish is becoming a victim of its own popularity.
Gay Days to Headline 'Drag Race' Star Detox
The 2018 Gay Days at Disneyland are set to take place Friday, October 5 to Sunday, October 7. Come enjoy Disneyland in a way that it can only be experienced during Gay Days!
Transgender Activism Group Adopts Lobster Emoji for Advocacy
A transgender activism group is promoting use of Maine's lobster emoji while it rallies for an emoji to represent the transgender community.
Male Model Convicted of Murdering Rival After Online Feud
A British fashion model has been convicted of murdering a more successful rival after a social media-fueled dispute.
'Making It': Crafting Without Being Cut-Throat
They made you laugh, but can they make you craft?
Musk Says He's Talking with Saudi Fund to Take Tesla Private
Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund would be the main source of money for Tesla CEO Elon Musk's grand plan to take the company private, but the deal isn't done yet, Musk disclosed in a blog on Monday.
African Refugee Grows Familiar Crops in Vermont
After surviving refugee camps in Africa, Janine Ndagijimana settled in Vermont and began to dream of farming.
Biting Into Meal Kit Madness
Home Chef CEO Pat Vihtelic launched his meal kit company five years ago. Sales climbed from about $1 million in 2015 to $250 million last year. Vihtelic spoke to The Associated Press about the rapid changes he's seen at his company and in the meal busines
Secretly Handmade for the CIA: Pottery from Poland
A newly declassified secret of the CIA's is the handiwork of experts in Poland: custom-made plates, bowls and other pieces of tableware painted with the U.S. intelligence agency's official seal.
Charcoal Food Trend is Lit, But Is It Safe?
Despite the New York Health Department recently banning activated charcoal in food, the jet black food trend continues to trend in other parts of the US and on social media.
Crocs to Close Plants and Outsource Manufacturing
Colorado-based footwear company Crocs Inc. is closing company-owned manufacturing plants in Italy and Mexico by year's end and replacing its chief financial officer.
Italian Wine Harvest Begins
The Italian wine grape harvest season has started with Pinot and Chardonnay grapes in the northern Lombardy's Franciacorta region, with experts anticipating a better year after an especially weak 2017.
NFL Players Emphasize Reasons for Anthem Demonstrations
While the NFL continues discussions with the players' union regarding a national anthem policy, players who demonstrate are emphasizing they are protesting social injustice, racial inequality and systematic oppression.
Tech Giants Still Stumbling in the Social World they Created
Who knew connecting the world could get so complicated? Perhaps some of technology's brightest minds should have seen that coming.
Suzuki, Mazda, Yamaha Admit Using Fake Vehicle Emission Data
Japanese automakers Suzuki Motor Corp., Mazda Motor Corp. and Yamaha Motor Co. have admitted using falsified emissions data to inspect their new vehicles after the government ordered the industry to review its procedures.
Watch: UK's Gay Fitness Challenge, Richard's Story
Meet Richard. The 6'2" gym un-enthusiast took the Gay Fitness UK 30-day challenge to get stronger and reduce back pain. Here's how he got on.
New Study Explores Connection Between Exercise and Cancer
A new report shows that respondents to a survey were largely unaware that an insufficient level of exercise can contribute to an increased risk of certain types of cancer.
Happening Now: Barcelona Circuit Festival!
On Tuesday, August 14, thousands of people will turn the Illa Fantasia water park into a great celebration of tolerance and diversity to the rhythm of the best DJs in the gay scene.
Discrimination Complaint Filed Against Texas Chicken and Burgers
A complaint was filed this week against Texas Chicken and Burgers on behalf of five transgender and gender-nonconforming clients who endured discrimination.