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Roomba-style vacuums are ‘advanced robotic devices’ — and a threat to national security: FCC
Your vacuum could be a national security risk. This week, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially added foreign-produced robotic vacuums to the banned list. The agency is cracking down on “advanced robotic devices” some of which include…
Vomit apocalypse camp now hit with E. coli — exiled kids have nowhere to go, as rich parents holiday in Europe
It’s the gift that keeps on giving. Just days after a fast-moving gastrointestinal outbreak that swept through one of Pennsylvania’s best-known sleepaway camps, camp directors informed parents that one camper tested positive for E. coli — while insisting the…
Daphne Blunt blasts iconic Hotel Bel-Air after bar incident, sparking major firestorm
The Hotel Bel-Air is facing a massive social media backlash after actress and influencer Daphne Blunt publicly accused the legendary five-star retreat of racially profiling and discriminating against her during a visit to its swanky bar. In a viral July 21…
South Bay mall throws late-night rave
Let’s meet at the mall — after hours. For the first time ever on September 5, South Bay’s Eastridge Center — a 55-year-old shopping center that, at its opening in 1971, was the largest of its kind on the West Coast at the time — will be hosting a large rave…
California unveils plans for three new giant parks — including historic camp that inspired ‘The Grapes of Wrath’
If all goes to plan, the Golden State could be beautified even further by up to three new state parks — and the California State Parks wants Californians’ input on the process. California State Parks recently launched a visioning survey, according to Secret…
Millennials say they won’t care for aging Boomer parents — vowing to put them in ‘old folks homes’
Not ok Boomer. Millennials claim that they refuse to take care of their aging Baby Boomer parents, who they blame for saddling them with soaring housing costs, student debt and other financial woes. The grievances first surfaced in a viral Reddit thread from…
American Airlines blamed for stranding passengers with no other options after emergency fuel diversion
A passenger’s recent trek from Dallas to New York spiraled into a total travel disaster, with the traveler documenting the agonizing hours of his frustrating experience in a viral video that has struck a major nerve with fed-up flyers. “POV: you flew with…
Taco Bell hopes to win back fans with $1 Mexican pizza and lettuce-free deals amid cyclospora source rumors
Taco Bell has long been the punchline of diarrhea jokes, but after an actual parasite outbreak, the chain is betting $1 favorites can help customers stomach a return. The fast-food chain has rolled out a string of steep discounts, including its fan-favorite…
Costco customers are obsessed with their newest food court dessert — and it’s just $3
The warehouse giant’s latest food court weapon is already sending fans into a frenzy. Costco continues to expand its food court offerings as fans, food bloggers and viral mukbangers can’t get enough of their new releases. Just two weeks ago, the chain…
US State Department issues travel advisory for seemingly quiet European country
Burned waffles. The US State Department has upgraded its travel warning for this popular European destination. On July 23, officials issued a Level 2 advisory urging Americans to “exercise increased caution” in Belgium due to crime, terrorism and unrest. The…