Los Angeles, CA

If getting in a car and driving yourself to where you need to be is the last thing you enjoy, you might want to consider applying for Uber's One Less Car trial. Starting on July 22, Uber will give $1,000 to car owners in Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, San Francisco, Toronto, Vancouver, and Washington, D.C. to ditch their cars and use alternative transit options for five weeks. The trial, done in partnership with the UK-based Behavioural Insights Team, aims to reduce personal car ownership and promote a lifestyle independent of heavy car use.

Sick of driving? Uber is paying people $1,000 to ditch their cars

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Just like all zodiac signs have their sweet and toxic personality traits, certain signs have criminal tendencies. Some signs are known for their passion and unpredictable nature, while others are known for their intense emotions, aggression, and unforgiveness. Such traits could transform into criminality or influence individuals to commit one crime or the other.

3 Zodiac Signs With Criminal Tendencies

Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

In the dark and starry cosmic realm of astrology, some of the zodiac signs have an inflated sense of their intellect. Intelligence is a highly favored trait and these signs can often perceive themselves as the smartest people in the room. These signs can sometimes let their intellectual pride get the better of them. Tag along with us as we delve into the three zodiac signs renowned for their self-professed intelligence.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Think They're Smart

The EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 battery generator is available now for $3,199. The Delta Pro 3 provides 4 kW of power output with a 4 kWh capacity, and can be used with other units for up to 12 kW output. It also has wheels for easy transport -- an important feature for heavy portable batteries.

This futuristic power generator kept my home running during an outage. Here's how

The Indonesian government says it will not give in to ransom demands following a security breach over the past week that disrupted major public services -- including immigration -- causing backlogs at its international airport in Jakarta. The ransomware attack targeted a national data center, impacting more than 200 institutions...

Indonesia won't pay $8M ransom in data center attack that disrupted major public services

What does it mean to be selfish? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of selfish is the lack of consideration for others; someone concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure. You know, people who will do for themselves before they will do for others. People who put their own priorities above everyone else. Do you know people who fit that definition? I am sure we all know at least one, I have known man over the years. Let’s learn what Signs are the most likely to be selfish.

The Top 5 Most Selfish Zodiac Signs

Missouri State

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The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Using the review site Yelp is a great way to learn important details about a business, such as its sustainability, inclusivity, and accessibility practices. Now, Yelp is adding new attributes and more artificial intelligence (AI) to make its offerings more holistic. On Tuesday, Yelp announced it has teamed up with...

Yelp makes it easier to find businesses that meet your accessibility needs

Maine State

Idaho State

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Wireless earbuds and headphones are nice and all, but sometimes, you just want a good pair of wired earbuds instead. Unlike their Bluetooth counterparts, wired earbuds are harder to lose, more convenient, and never have to be charged. While there have been major developments in the wireless earbuds space, like spatial audio, noise cancellation, multipoint Bluetooth, and more, brands have packed some impressive tech into wired earbuds, too.

The best wired earbuds you can buy

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced an adorable dog named Daisy, a gentle and loving little lady who has sadly lost her beloved owner and is now looking for a new loving home. This 7-year-old, 22 lb dog, has been described by the Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts as "100% an absolute delight."

Meet The Happy Little Dog Who Lost Her Owner Now Looking For Love

Chicago Happenings

What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

I've spent much of my life figuring out new ways to save battery life on Android phones. That estimate might sound like an exaggeration, but growing up with access to nothing but poorly made Android devices means I've always tinkered with their settings to figure out the best ways to maximize charge and push my phone's battery life to the limit.

I changed 10 settings on my Android phone to drastically improve battery life

My Pixel 8 Pro takes rich, accurate photos with excellent color space and depth. With the help of AI, it does much of the heavy lifting for me, without my having to make any adjustments to the settings. But sometimes I want control over the camera settings. I might want...

This Android camera app alternative is better than what you're using

Tulsa, OK

As a native New Yorker and former theater kid, I have had the pleasure of watching over 15 Broadway shows in my lifetime. With every experience comes the magic of a story coming to life on stage, captivating the audience. However, due to new sound technology, watching The Outsiders elevated this immersion to an unprecedented level.

This Broadway Show won a Tony for best sound design. After hearing it for myself, I understand why

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

The Lexar Professional Silver Plus microSDXC is available on Amazon in 128GB and 256GB configurations. It's a professional-grade card for a mainstream price and comes with an SD card adapter. For some, the capacity ceiling of 256GB will feel limited. The tiny yet mighty microSD card finds its way into...

Finally, a high-performance microSD card without the high cost

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Two Los Angeles police officers punched and choked a man last month while he was handcuffed, after the man spat at an officer, according to newly released body-worn camera footage from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).

VIDEO: LAPD Officers Punch and Choke Handcuffed Man in South L.A. For Spitting

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My favorite AI photo-editing app lets you try on bangs without commitment (or regret)

Summer is officially here -- and with the season changing, naturally, you are thinking about your next hairstyle. Will it be bangs? Dyed hair? A haircut?...

My favorite AI photo-editing app lets you try on bangs without commitment (or regret)

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