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Instagram Adds New Feature For Sharing Private Photos: How It Works Instagram Adds New Feature For Sharing Private Photos: How It Works
Instagram Adds New Feature For Sharing Private Photos: How It Works Instagram is rolling out a new feature designed to make sharing quick, casual photos easier and more private. Meta announced the launch of "Instants" in a blog post on Wednesday, May 13. The additional feature allows users to send spontaneous photos directly to Close Friends or mutual followers. Instants appear as a small stack of photos in the bottom-right corner of direct message inboxes. "No edits, no pressure, just life as it happens," Meta wrote. Unlike Stories, users add captions before sharing and can't further edit photos. Friends can react and reply, with responses sent directly …

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by Chris Spiker
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Sudden Power Loss Risk Sparks Huge Jeep Recall: What To Know Sudden Power Loss Risk Sparks Huge Jeep Recall: What To Know
Sudden Power Loss Risk Sparks Huge Jeep Recall: What To Know More than 61,000 Jeep SUVs are being recalled because a powertrain part could fail and cause a crash risk. Stellantis issued the recall for about 61,711 Jeep Cherokee vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Thursday, May 7. The affected SUVs are from model years 2019 through 2023. The vehicles may have been built with a two-speed Power Transfer Unit, or PTU, that can fail internally. The issue could cause a sudden loss of drive power at any speed or allow the vehicle to roll while in park, increasing the chances of a crash. Drivers may n…

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by Chris Spiker
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11 Choking Incidents Trigger Massive Recall Of Popular Baby Toy 11 Choking Incidents Trigger Massive Recall Of Popular Baby Toy
11 Choking Incidents Trigger Massive Recall Of Popular Baby Toy A baby teething toy sold online is being recalled after nearly a dozen young children choked on it, officials said. ZW Creations issued the recall for about 102,430 Tiyol Pull String Teething Toys, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, May 14. The toy's silicone strings are smaller and longer than allowed under federal safety standards. The strings can reach the back of a child's throat and become lodged, creating a deadly choking hazard. There have been 11 choking incidents involving the toy, according to the CPSC. The recalled teething toy is an off-white, disc-sh…

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by Chris Spiker
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Budget Airlines Complete $1.5B Merger That Could Reshape Northeast Travel Budget Airlines Complete $1.5B Merger That Could Reshape Northeast Travel
Budget Airlines Complete $1.5B Merger That Could Reshape Northeast Travel Allegiant Air has finalized its acquisition of Sun Country Airlines in a major deal that unites two budget carriers that offer flights nationwide. The airlines announced the completed merger in a news release on Wednesday, May 13. The move expands Allegiant's footprint to more than 650 routes across nearly 175 cities. According to Allegiant, the combined company will serve about 22 million customers a year and offer more vacation destinations across the US and internationally. "Today marks a defining moment in Allegiant's history as we officially join forces with Sun Country to create…

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by Chris Spiker
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Popular Snack Bags Going Black-And-White Due To Iran War: Here's Why Popular Snack Bags Going Black-And-White Due To Iran War: Here's Why
Popular Snack Bags Going Black-And-White Due To Iran War: Here's Why A popular Japanese snack brand's bags are going black-and-white as the US-Israeli war with Iran disrupts global energy markets and supply chains. Calbee will temporarily limit packaging for 14 products to two ink colors, the company announced in a news release on Tuesday, May 12. The manufacturer is known for Calbee Potato Chips, along with Jagarico potato sticks and shrimp crackers called Kappa Ebisen. While Calbee snacks are widely available in Japan, the company also distributes internationally, including the US, Australia, and China. Major US retailers like Costco, …

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by Chris Spiker
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AMC Theaters Unveils New Menu Items As Summer Box Office Heats Up AMC Theaters Unveils New Menu Items As Summer Box Office Heats Up
AMC Theaters Unveils New Menu Items As Summer Box Office Heats Up AMC Theaters is making sure that if you see "The Mandalorian and Grogu," "Supergirl" or "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" this summer you won't go hungry. The movie theater chain unveiled four new items on Wednesday, May 13. The new menu items include hot honey sausage pizza, dill pickle pretzels, popcorn chicken and street corn poppers. View this post on Instagram The hot honey sausage pizza costs $11.99, while the popcorn chicken costs $8.29 and the dill pickle pretzel costs $16.79. The street corn poppers cost $9.79 and come with ranch dressing. …

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by Sam Barron
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Nutella Launches First-Ever Ice Cream: How To Win Free Pints Nutella Launches First-Ever Ice Cream: How To Win Free Pints
Nutella Launches First-Ever Ice Cream: How To Win Free Pints If you love Nutella, there is a new way to enjoy the hazelnut-cocoa flavor straight from the freezer. Wells Enterprises announced the nationwide launch of Nutella Ice Cream in a news release on Wednesday, May 13. The new frozen treat is available in 14-fluid-ounce containers and 3.04-fluid-ounce single-serve cones. The ice cream is made with real Nutella and features layers and swirls throughout. The containers start at a suggested retail price of $4.36, while four-packs of cones are priced at $5.47. The launch marks Nutella's first ice cream since Ferrero launched the hazelnut cocoa …

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by Chris Spiker
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7-Eleven Launches Slurpee Happy Hour Deal As Competition Heats Up 7-Eleven Launches Slurpee Happy Hour Deal As Competition Heats Up
7-Eleven Launches Slurpee Happy Hour Deal As Competition Heats Up 7-Eleven is leaning into one of its most popular drinks as it works through a broad overhaul of its locations nationwide. The convenience store company has launched a limited-time Slurpee Drink Happy Hour, offering large Slurpee drinks to rewards members for $1 every Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. The deal is available at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes locations through Tuesday, Aug. 25. The promotion comes as 7-Eleven counts down to Slurpee Day, which falls on Saturday, July 11. "Slurpee Day is a can't-miss tradition for our customers, and the countdown is…

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by Chris Spiker
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Amazon Launches 30-Minute Deliveries Amid Ultra-Fast Shipping Push: What To Know Amazon Launches 30-Minute Deliveries Amid Ultra-Fast Shipping Push: What To Know
Amazon Launches 30-Minute Deliveries Amid Ultra-Fast Shipping Push: What To Know Amazon customers in several major US cities can now get thousands of everyday items delivered within 30 minutes. The online retail giant's new Amazon Now service is widely available in Atlanta, Dallas–Fort Worth, Philadelphia, and Seattle, the company announced in a blog post on Tuesday, May 12. "Rapid expansion" is also underway in dozens of other cities. Amazon Now offers items that customers may need quickly, including fresh produce, dairy, bakery goods, baby supplies, pet products, personal care items, electronics, and household essentials. Alcohol is also available in some areas where …

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by Chris Spiker
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Dua Lipa Sues Samsung For $15M, Claims Company 'Makes A Mockery Of Her Hard Work' Dua Lipa Sues Samsung For $15M, Claims Company 'Makes A Mockery Of Her Hard Work'
Dua Lipa Sues Samsung For $15M, Claims Company 'Makes A Mockery Of Her Hard Work' You might think Dua Lipa has a special partnership with Samsung if you saw some of its TVs in stores, but the pop star is calling that an "Illusion." Dua Lipa filed a lawsuit against the tech giant in a federal court in California on Friday, May 8. The British performer is suing Samsung for $15 million and accuses the company of using her picture without permission on TV boxes. The "One Kiss" singer's lawyers claim that she owns the rights to the photo, titled "Dua Lipa - Backstage at Austin City Limits, 2024." "Samsung's copying and distribution of the [Dua Lipa] image constitutes wi…

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by Chris Spiker
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Speedometer, Warning Lights May Vanish In Massive Mercedes-Benz Recall Speedometer, Warning Lights May Vanish In Massive Mercedes-Benz Recall
Speedometer, Warning Lights May Vanish In Massive Mercedes-Benz Recall More than 144,000 Mercedes-Benz vehicles are being recalled because of a glitch that can cause the instrument panel display to go blank. Mercedes-Benz USA issued the recall for 144,049 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Friday, May 1. The affected vehicles are from the model years 2024 through 2026. Drivers could suddenly lose access to critical information like the speedometer and warning lights because the infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion. "The system is designed to improve perf…

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by Chris Spiker
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Applebee's Revives Huge All-You-Can-Eat Deal: What You'll Get Applebee's Revives Huge All-You-Can-Eat Deal: What You'll Get
Applebee's Revives Huge All-You-Can-Eat Deal: What You'll Get Applebee's is bringing back its popular all-you-can-eat promotion for a limited time. The restaurant chain announced the return of the dine-in-only deal in a news release on Monday, May 11. Guests can choose from Boneless Wings, Riblets, and Double Crunch Shrimp, with the option to mix and match during the meal for $15.99. The offer is available at participating locations and includes endless french fries. "It's a saucy, savory, All You Can Eat American summer at Applebee's with the return of our fan-favorite All You Can Eat Boneless Wings, Riblets, and Double Crunch Shrimp,…

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by Chris Spiker