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An Aldi shopper recently shared her disturbing experience with a moldy rice package from the supermarket, sparking debate. A TikTok user named @defonotlils posted a video on June 6 that quickly became popular, accumulating more than 674,600 views. In the video, she shares what happened after finding out about something.

This is why I don’t shop at Aldi: Woman can’t believe what she found in her packaged rice from Aldi

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

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When you head out on a cruise, you’re most likely thinking about suntan lotions, umbrella cocktails, and endless buffets. You’re not likely to be thinking about disappearing without a trace.

Vanished At Sea: Mysterious Cruise Ship Disappearances

The USDA’s Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations, better known as FDPIR, serves as an alternative to food stamps for eligible families living in tribal communities. Instead of receiving a debit card to use at the grocery store, they pick up a box of groceries every month from their local distribution center.

Tribal nations are filling gaps while a USDA food distribution program struggles

Erie, PA

Over the summer, we’ve been sharing stories about how technology has changed people’s jobs in a series called “My Analog Life,”. We’ve heard from photographers, architects, a DJ and even a harpist. To wrap up this series — for now — we checked in with...

A banker, a customs broker and a real estate agent share “analog” memories

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Jose and Aurora Rodriguez founded La Serenata in 1985 in Boyle Heights. That was a pivotal era in L.A.’s Mexican food community, and Jose Rodriguez's culinary pursuits led him to become a pioneer in rejecting the “combination plate” standard laden with soggy tacos and burritos.

This Pioneering Mexican Restaurant Was One of the First in L.A. to Reject ‘Combination Plates’ In 1985. Now, They Are Struggling to Stay Open

"What am I supposed to do? Walk out holding it?". Too much trash is a big issue in the United States. Consequently, both local governments and businesses are searching for methods to decrease the use of materials to lessen the quantity of waste generated.

Chick-fil-A's customer gets charged for a bag. ‘"What’s next?" she asks

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crucial aspect of managing your cattle. It’s not just a reduction in sales weight, but also a potential decrease in the price you’ll receive. However, with the right knowledge, you can make informed decisions and mitigate its impact.

Shrinkage in cattle: what you need to know

New York City, NY

In the fall, “Marketplace” reported on businesses that managed to survive the toughest part of the pandemic, only to shut their doors later. One owner we spoke with was Alexis Percival in New York City. She’d closed the Italian restaurant she co-owned and shifted her focus to a wine bar called Ruffian in the East Village.

Restaurant industry still struggles with staffing, consultant says

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

If you live in Kansas City, or are kind of close, and if you want a cat, today is your lucky day. We have five humdingers for your consideration, all available from local Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link in each cat's description to learn more about them and to get in touch with their shelter.

Five spectacular cats that can be all yours

San Francisco, CA

On the edge of Alamo Square Park in San Francisco, a row of ornate Victorian houses known as the “Painted Ladies” cling to the sloped hill of Steiner Street. They draw tour groups and visitors from around the world who want to snap pictures of the pastel homes against a backdrop of modern skyscrapers.

How a row of “Painted Ladies” became San Francisco ambassadors

Seattle, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

School may be back in session, but that doesn't mean that summer fun is completely over. After all, the season isn’t technically done until the last day of summer on September 22nd. In the meantime, we’re expecting great weather this weekend, making it perfect for taking the kids out to beat the back to school blues. There’s also plenty going on to keep adults happy.

Big List of Festivals and Family Friendly Events This Weekend

Hawaii State

We’ve seen a lot of hard data recently telling us that the job market is slowing down. On Wednesday, we talked about the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey for July. The takeaway: Job openings fell more than expected. On Thursday, we got the latest private-sector payrolls report from ADP. That takeaway? Job growth slowed down.

Some small businesses put hiring on back burner as labor market cools

Woodinville, WA

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

For much of the past year, the federal government has been refilling the Strategic Petroleum Reserve — a cache of crude oil kept on hand by the Department of Energy in case of supply shocks. The government sold off a good chunk of the reserve in 2022, when Russia’s invasion of Ukraine sent global oil prices skyward.

Government stockpiles of metals, materials could aid clean energy transition

Wyoming State

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The House Draw Fire burning in northern Wyoming grew to more than 163,000 acres on Thursday — nearly the combined size of Denver and Salt Lake City — threatening structures, prompting evacuation orders and forcing the closure of Interstate 90.

Wildfire burns 163,000 acres in northern Wyoming, forcing evacuations and I-90 closure

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Madison, NJ

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NEWARK, N.J. – Fred Daibes, 67, the former CEO and chairman of the board of directors at Mariner’s Bank, has pleaded guilty to falsifying loan records in connection with a $1.8 million nominee loan, according to U.S. Attorney Vikas Khanna.

Former Bank CEO and Accomplice Guilty in $1.8M Loan Fraud

It can be frustrating when you’re trying to give a business your money and they won’t acknowledge you—especially when hunger is added to the mix. That’s what TikToker Karina Heredia (@esthiekary_31) says happened to her during a recent visit to Buffalo Wild Wings.

Buffalo Wild Wings customer wait 10 mins for server to take their order. So they call the restaurant

Georgia State

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(This is a first person, true account of a recent internet scam. All details included are factual. Though their business name was used nefariously by scammers, Dick's Sporting Goods was NOT involved in this incident.)

Inbox Scammers Exposed: My Recent Internet Fraud Experience

San Antonio, TX

NEW JERSEY - A San Antonio, Texas woman, Janet Bernal, also known by several aliases including “Rocky G” and “RockyG-Kruella,” has been arrested and charged with wire fraud for allegedly selling over $18 million worth of counterfeit coupons to be used at retail stores across the United States.

Coupon Queen's $18M Fraud: Woman Arrested in Nationwide Scheme

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What’s up with all the new storage space?

In the office of Extra Space Storage — the chain with the green signs — in Timonium, Maryland, Tasha Brown was buying boxes and inquiring about...

What’s up with all the new storage space?

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