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California Sets Regulations for Diners Bringing Their Own Reusable Containers to Restaurants

For diners who want to reduce their waste while eating out, California just passed a law that makes it safer to use personal containers for restaurant leftovers.

12 Fascinating Facts About Barnes & Noble

In a digital era, the company hopes that being sold to a private investor and getting store facelifts will make for a happy ending.

When Taco Bell Tried (And Failed) to Conquer Mexico

You can find Taco Bells in Finland, Romania, and Japan—but none in Mexico. That isn't for lack of trying on the Mexican-inspired fast food chain's part.

New Service Lets You Rent a Stranger’s Swimming Pool for an Afternoon

Desperate to take a dip but want to avoid the chaos of the public pool? With Swimply, you can rent an entire backyard swimming pool for $25 to $150 an hour.

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10 Facts About the Cheesecake Factory

The Cheesecake Factory has never been known as a restaurant to skimp on the size of its menu or the size of its portions.

You Can Get a Passport in 24 Hours—Here's How

It can take weeks to process a passport application. But if you're in a pinch, there's a way to get one in as little as 24 hours—but it's going to cost you.

Why Are There 10 Hot Dogs to a Pack But Only 8 Buns?

It can be summer's most puzzling math problem. Hot dogs are sold 10 to a pack. Buns come in eight-packs. Who thought this was a good idea?

Canned Aquafina Water May Be Coming to a Store Near You

PepsiCo is looking to cut down on plastic waste by transitioning to canned water with its Aquafina brand.

The Starcourt Mall From Stranger Things Is a Real Mall in Georgia

Gwinnett Place Mall is still standing and ready for your shopping pleasure, even if it doesn't have all the same features it does on 'Stranger Things.'

This Amazing Teen Donates One Treat for Each One Sold at His Bakery

Inspired by the TOMS one-for-one model, Maryland teen Michael Platt opened a bakery with the idea of donating one baked good for each one he sells.

8 Things You Might Not Know About Annie's Homegrown

Annie's Homegrown has been shelling out rabbit-shaped pasta for 30 years (and that bunny, Bernie, is real—as is Annie).

8 Things You Might Not Know About LongHorn Steakhouse

Even if you can't make it to a LongHorn Steakhouse location, their Grill Masters have a hotline to help with all of your holiday grilling.

The Next Fashion Trend? Clothes You Hardly Need to Wash

Odor-resistant clothing needs fewer washings and could help reduce water consumption. But will consumers accept it?

The Reason So Many Pizza Chains Sell Chicken Wings

The popular side dish wasn't always a part of pizzerias. It took one bold parlor in Buffalo, New York to change pizza history.

The 20 Most Popular Businesses in America

One business on the list accounted for more than 75 percent of all visitors to stores in its category in April 2019.

8 Facts about Yoplait

Yoplait is known for its wide variety of flavors, far from the standard vanilla and strawberry (sea salt caramel, anyone?).

Ohio Company’s Glow-in-the-Dark Gear Makes Firefighters Safer on the Job

When the power in a burning building fails, the glow-in-the-dark products from Ohio-based company MN8 LumAware help lead firefighters to safety.

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5 Fast Facts about Madam C.J. Walker

Madam C.J. Walker built her beauty empire by inventing hair products targeted at black women—and it made her one of the first female and wealthiest self-made businesswomen in America.

The Real Reason Grocery Stores Spray Water on Their Produce

Those misting spray nozzles in the grocery store produce aisle aren't designed to keep food fresh or clean. They're for profit.

World’s Tiniest McDonald’s Opens in Sweden, Welcomes Bees as Customers

The outside of the model is an exact replica of a McDonald's, but the inside is a bustling beehive with room for thousands of pollinators.

Netflix Promises That The Office Isn't Going Anywhere, Despite Reports to the Contrary

Have no fear, Dunder Mifflin devotees: Michael Scott has got staying power. (That's what she said.)

Everything You Need to Know About Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry's

Ben & Jerry's first handed out free ice cream to customers in 1978. Here's what you need to know before participating in this year's Free Cone Day.

8 Italian-Inspired Facts About Progresso

Here are eight things you wouldn't expect about your favorite canned-soup brand, which got its start selling imported Italian foods by horseback around New Orleans.

The Real Reason Trader Joe’s Is Always Sold Out of Your Favorite Products

There's a reason why the best items at Trader Joe's aren't always on the shelves, and it's what helps keep prices low.

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