Volkswagen Microbus reborn as ID. Buzz electric minivan

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is an all-electric minivan that features throwback styling inspired by the classic VW Microbus and goes on sale in the U.S. in 2024.

Couple married for 30 years claim they've never argued

With more than 30 years of marriage under their belt, one Virginia couple claims they’ve never had a single argument.

Here are the 10 best places to live in the US if you have seasonal allergies

Each year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranks most- and least-challenging cities in America for those who have pollen allergies.

San Francisco bar owner relieved at soon not having to check proof of vaccination

At Soda Popinski’s bar in Nob Hill, signs are posted on the front window and door reminding customers to show proof of vaccination before entering. Starting Friday, patrons will only need to show they’re of legal drinking age to sit at the bar.

Tinder now offering low-cost background checks for potential dates

Tinder’s parent company will now offer background searches for app users and the general public through its partnership with Garbo, a first-of-its-kind, non-profit background-check platform.

Chez Panisse reopens legendary dining room in Berkeley for first time in two years

The world famous Berkeley restaurant, Chez Panisse, welcomed guests back into its dining room Tuesday for the first time in two years. With Covid-19 numbers continuing to decline across the Bay Area, the restaurant decided now was the right time to reopen for in-house dining.

McDonald's to temporarily close 850 restaurants in Russia

McDonald’s said Tuesday it is temporarily closing all of its 850 restaurants in Russia in response to the country’s invasion of Ukraine.

Boycotting vodka: Here's what you should know as businesses dump the alcohol amid the Russian invasion

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, some businesses and bars in the U.S. are showing support for Ukraine by either stopping the sale of Russian vodka, or dumping out their vodka entirely. Here's what you should know about this symbolic act.

Daylight saving time 2022: How to prepare your body for the time change

Each year, daylight saving time forces clock owners to shift their devices an hour ahead. In return, this can cause many people to wake up feeling exhausted.

Drinking wine with meals may lower risk of type 2 diabetes, study finds

The study found consuming alcohol with meals was associated with a 14% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to consuming alcohol without eating food.

Oakland's Hella Tea honors hip-hop culture while selling comfort in a cup

Oakland's Hella Tea is an online store selling loose-leaf tea while paying homage to local Bay Area figures, especially those steeped in hip-hop culture.

Mother thinks $100k lottery win is a scam, almost misses out

“I ignored the phone calls and emails for a few days, and then eventually I decided to log in to my online The Lott account. It all started to make sense when I discovered I’d won $100,000!,” the Australian woman said.

Planning a summer trip? Book your rental car now, experts say

Rental cars will be expensive and hard to find, according to travel experts. But here are some suggestions on how to save money on rental cars this year.

Massive cargo ship carrying cars sinks in mid-Atlantic

A large cargo vessel carrying cars from Germany to the U.S. sank Tuesday in the mid-Atlantic, 13 days after a fire broke out on board, the ship’s manager and the Portuguese navy said.

FDA: Abbott baby formula recall expanded to Similac PM after another report of illness

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has expanded its recall to Abbott’s Similac PM 60/40 powdered infant formula after another baby was exposed to Cronobacter sakazakii which may have contributed to the child’s death.

Burger King reduces chicken nugget count from 10 to 8

According to MarketWatch, inflation is the reason customers will see fewer chicken nuggets on their plates.