Candy expert talks impact of confectionary industry amid Halloween season
October is finally here, which means many people are thinking about costumes, decorations, and especially candy.
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Jane Goodall, conservationist renowned for chimpanzee research and environmental advocacy, has died
Jane Goodall, the conservationist renowned for her groundbreaking chimpanzee field research and globe-spanning environmental advocacy, has died.
What happens now that a government shutdown is underway
Washington is bracing for what could be a prolonged federal shutdown.
Inside 'Alligator Alcatraz': Color-coded uniforms, 5:30 am breakfast and strict rules
Detainees arriving at “Alligator Alcatraz” are given color-coded uniforms and wrist-bands and then segregated based on their criminal history and whether they're considered a flight risk.
AOL's dial up internet takes its last bow, marking the end of an era
It’s official: AOL’s dial-up internet has taken its last bow.
What the Tech: Amazon settlement
If you're an Amazon Prime subscriber, you might be surprised to learn that you could be eligible for a portion of a massive $2.5 billion settlement.
Government headed to a shutdown after last-ditch vote fails in Senate
Senate Democrats have voted down a Republican bill to keep funding the government, putting it on a path to a shutdown after midnight Wednesday.
FCC approves cellphone jamming in prisons
The FCC voted to advance a rulemaking that would allow prisons and other correctional institutions to deploy cellphone jamming technology that combats contraband devices.
With government shutdown looming, federal workers face potential unemployment
If the government shuts down, many federal employees could be filing for unemployment.
US government is phasing out paper checks. Here's what that means for you
The U.S. government is phasing out paper checks for most programs.
