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Surge Underwear Embraces Body Diversity
British underwear brand Surge is forgoing six-packs and, instead, featuring men of all shapes and sizes in its first-ever campaign.
Spa and Beauty Industry Campaign Hopes to Fill 30,000 Jobs
The spa and beauty industry is growing so fast that 30,000 jobs are going unfilled. A "Get Your Dream Job" campaign is aiming to change that.
80% of Drivers Admit to Using a Mobile Device While Driving
Root Insurance asked 2,000 ordinary Americans about decisions they make behind the wheel every day. What they found was illuminating -- and a little bit scary.
Mom Tests Positive for Opiates After Eating Bagel
The Federal Institute for Risk Assessment writes that until food manufacturers reduce morphine levels in poppy seeds, it advises against excessive consumption, particularly during pregnancy.
Controversy in a Can: Twitter Reacts to Dr Pepper's 'Vers' Ad
A new print ad for the soft drink Dr Pepper is making waves on Twitter this week.
Retailers Raise Game on Back-to-School Supplies
The microwave ate my homework? Reusable notebooks where writing disappears with heat are among the basic school supplies raising their game against gadgets like iPads.
4 Pro Tips for Ignoring Your Phone While Driving
We've all heard the spiel: it's dangerous to drive while distracted and you shouldn't do it. But that's all just talk. How do you actually make the change? Here are four concrete tips Root drivers have found to be helpful.
Online Mattress Seller Casper Plans Retail Store Expansion
Online mattress seller Casper plans to open 200 stores in the U.S. over the next three years as part of an effort to solidify its position in the retail market.
Organic Dairy Farmers Vow to Compete in Changing Industry
Many traditional small-scale organic farmers are determined to fight back against the industry transformation by appealing to consumers to look closely at the organic milk they buy.
'Crazy Rich Asians' Bring Their Fashion A-Game to Premiere
At the Los Angeles premiere of rom-com "Crazy Rich Asians" stars Michelle Yeoh, Constance Wu and Henry Golding show off their haute couture.
Famous Nevada Pimp Running for Office Loses Brothel License
Officials have yanked a brothel license from Nevada's most famous legal pimp, who has fashioned himself as a Donald Trump-style candidate for a state legislative seat and faced increasing anti-prostitution sentiment.
Terry Crews: It's 'Summer of Freedom' for Abuse Victims
Terry Crews said it's "the summer of freedom" for him and others who have gone public with accounts of alleged molestation.
MLB's Inclusion Efforts Must Now Overcome Offensive Tweets
The progression Major League Baseball has made over the years is being overshadowed after the discovery of some inflammatory old tweets from current players, social media posts that threaten to undermine some of the work MLB has invested in.
Park, Load, Go: Amazon Brings Grocery Pickup to Whole Foods
Amazon, known for bringing items to shoppers' homes, is adding a curbside pickup option at Whole Foods for Prime members.
Bon Appétit Names Portland, ME, as City of the Year for Food
One of the most widely read food magazines says there's no better U.S. city for restaurants than Portland, Maine.
More Changes Ahead for NYC's Shrinking Garment District
Hundreds of thousands of garment workers once toiled in the sweaty, elbow-to-elbow workshops of midtown Manhattan before the whirring of sewing machines was mostly silenced by foreign competition. But the city's garment district isn't dead yet.
9 Expenses to Pack Into Your Moving Budget
The average cost for a local move from a two-bedroom apartment or three-bedroom house ranges from $400 to $1,000, according to HomeAdvisor's True Cost Guide.
Danish Designer Uses Runway to Make Statement on Burqa Ban
An Iranian-born designer has made more than a fashion statement by showcasing models wearing burqas and dressed as police officers at a show in Denmark.
RNC Site's Link for Maryland GOP's Twitter Delivered Porn
For half a year, the Republican National Committee's website directed seekers of the Maryland Republican Party's Twitter to a porn account.
Twitter CEO Defends Decision Not to Ban Alex Jones, Infowars
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey defended his company's decision not to ban right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his "Infowars" show, as many other social media platforms have done, saying he did not break any rules.