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Cash App Makes Group Payments Easier With Apple, Google Pay: Here's How Cash App Makes Group Payments Easier With Apple, Google Pay: Here's How
Cash App Makes Group Payments Easier With Apple, Google Pay: Here's How You can soon pay a friend through Cash App without having an account. Cash App has launched a new group payment feature called pools, the Block-owned app said in a news release on Tuesday, July 29. Organizers can collect money in seconds, even from people who don't use the app, by accepting contributions through Google Pay and Apple Pay. The feature has rolled out to a limited number of users, with wider access expected soon. "Cash App has always made sending money between friends and family feel effortless, and we know that many of our customers already use the platform as a way to c…
NYC Mass Shooter Blamed Football Head Trauma For Mental Illness, NFL Responds NYC Mass Shooter Blamed Football Head Trauma For Mental Illness, NFL Responds
NYC Mass Shooter Blamed Football Head Trauma For Mental Illness, NFL Responds A former high school football player who shot and killed four people in midtown Manhattan blamed head trauma he suffered while playing the sport for fueling his severe mental illness. New York City Mayor Eric Adams said that Shane Tamura appeared to be targeting the NFL over his claims of having chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Police said the 27-year-old Las Vegas man killed four people on Monday, July 28, before turning the gun on himself at 345 Park Avenue, where the NFL's main offices are located. Tamura shot himself in the chest, not the head, according to The New York…
P&G Hiking Prices On Household Essentials As Trump's Tariffs Bite P&G Hiking Prices On Household Essentials As Trump's Tariffs Bite
P&G Hiking Prices On Household Essentials As Trump's Tariffs Bite The company behind popular products like Bounty paper towels, Tide detergent, and Crest toothpaste will soon start raising prices due to President Donald Trump's tariffs. Procter & Gamble will start the price hikes in August as the company expects about $1 billion in added costs from Trump's tariffs during the 2026 fiscal year. P&G revealed the financial impact in its latest earnings report on Tuesday, July 29. The increases will apply to about a quarter of P&G's products sold in the US, Reuters reported. A company spokesperson said prices will rise by "mid-single…
Baseball Legend Ryne Sandberg Dies At 65: 'Unrelenting Integrity, Grit, Hustle' Baseball Legend Ryne Sandberg Dies At 65: 'Unrelenting Integrity, Grit, Hustle'
Baseball Legend Ryne Sandberg Dies At 65: 'Unrelenting Integrity, Grit, Hustle' A Hall of Fame second baseman who began his professional career with the Phillies has died. Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg died on Monday, July 28, Major League Baseball announced. The 65-year-old had battled prostate cancer for more than a year. Sandberg spent parts of 16 seasons in the big leagues, earning a reputation as one of the greatest second basemen ever. He was a 10-time All-Star, nine-time Gold Glove winner, and the 1984 National League Most Valuable Player, earning him a spot in the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2005. Though best known for his years in Chi…
Spirit Reportedly Furloughing, Demoting Pilots Amid Post-Bankruptcy Struggles Spirit Reportedly Furloughing, Demoting Pilots Amid Post-Bankruptcy Struggles
Spirit Reportedly Furloughing, Demoting Pilots Amid Post-Bankruptcy Struggles Spirit Airlines is cutting hundreds of pilot jobs for the second time in two years, according to reports. Spirit will furlough 270 pilots and downgrade 140 captains, CNBC reported. The move is part of the carrier's continued effort to stabilize its finances after bankruptcy. The furloughs take effect Saturday, Nov. 1, with the demotions scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 1. "We are taking necessary steps to ensure we operate as efficiently as possible as part of our efforts to return to profitability," Spirit told CNBC. Both moves aim to align staffing with a slimmer flight schedule durin…
Citi Launches New Premium Card Aimed At High Spenders, Frequent Flyers: See The Perks Citi Launches New Premium Card Aimed At High Spenders, Frequent Flyers: See The Perks
Citi Launches New Premium Card Aimed At High Spenders, Frequent Flyers: See The Perks As major companies battle for premium customers, Citi has entered the ring with a new high-end credit card promising big rewards, flexible perks, and airline lounge access. Citi has launched its most exclusive credit card yet, the Citi Strata Elite, the company announced on Monday, July 28. The card joins a wave of recent upgrades from competitors like American Express and Chase aimed at frequent travelers and high spenders. The $595-per-year card offers up to 12x points on hotel stays, car rentals, and attractions booked through Citi Travel, plus 6x on air travel and weekend…
Gwyneth Paltrow Teams Up With Astronomer After Kiss Cam Chaos At Ex-Husband's Concert Gwyneth Paltrow Teams Up With Astronomer After Kiss Cam Chaos At Ex-Husband's Concert
Gwyneth Paltrow Teams Up With Astronomer After Kiss Cam Chaos At Ex-Husband's Concert A scandal that began with a kiss cam at a Coldplay concert now includes Oscar winner Gwyneth Paltrow and Ryan Reynolds' advertising agency. Paltrow appeared as a "very temporary" spokesperson for Astronomer, the New York-based data company at the center of the viral incident. The video was released on the firm's Instagram page on Friday, July 25. Paltrow, the ex-wife of Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin, introduced herself as acting on behalf of the firm's 300 employees, answering scripted questions about the company while ignoring the controversy. "Astronomer has gotten a lot of…
Three CT Classics Celebrated Among Best Summer Dishes In US: See The Rankings Three CT Classics Celebrated Among Best Summer Dishes In US: See The Rankings
Three CT Classics Celebrated Among Best Summer Dishes In US: See The Rankings Some of the most popular summer foods in the US come straight from the Northeast, according to a new survey. Mixbook has ranked the 100 most beloved summer dishes. The photo book website polled 3,003 self-described foodies. For grillmasters, New York's grilled strip steak and garlic scapes were ranked No. 3. "New York's agricultural regions produce top-tier beef, and summer grilling often centers around the strip steak — especially in the Hudson Valley," Mixbook said. "Paired with seasonal garlic scapes or grilled ramps, this dish reflects the state’s balance of urban sophisticat…
29 People Injured, Forcing Recall Of 'Burst-Proof' Garden Hoses 29 People Injured, Forcing Recall Of 'Burst-Proof' Garden Hoses
29 People Injured, Forcing Recall Of 'Burst-Proof' Garden Hoses More than 3.5 million garden hoses are being recalled after they suddenly burst, injuring nearly 30 people. Winston Products issued the recall for about 3.6 million HydroTech expandable garden hoses, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 24. The hoses were marketed as "burst-proof," but they can rupture, causing an impact hazard and, in some cases, temporarily impairing hearing. The company reported at least 222 complaints of hoses bursting. At least 29 people suffered injuries, including a bone bruise, two sprains, and five people who reported hearing…
Battery Hazard Prompts Recall Of Popular Minecraft Toy Battery Hazard Prompts Recall Of Popular Minecraft Toy
Battery Hazard Prompts Recall Of Popular Minecraft Toy Nearly 76,000 Minecraft-themed slap bracelet rulers have been recalled due to a risk of children swallowing their batteries. Innovative Designs issued the recall for about 75,900 Minecraft Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelets, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, July 24. The recall affects two models of the bracelets that violate federal safety rules for battery-operated toys. Children can easily open the battery compartments in the bracelets, allowing kids to access the button cell batteries. Swallowing the coin-like battery can cause seriou…
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