Facebook debuts US blood donation tool, its latest public health move
Facebook is no longer just a place to connect with former high school buddies; the social media giant now wants to make it easier for you to connect with blood banks, too.
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General Motors announces investment at Flint Assembly
General Motors announced it will add about 1,000 jobs to Flint, MI plant.
Many breakfast cereals still contaminated by weed killer, environmental group says
An environmental advocacy group says several popular breakfast foods have the weed-killer Roundup in them.
Pampers pledges to install 5,000 baby changing tables in men’s restrooms
From the trunk of a car to the lid of a piano, dads sometimes have to get creative when it’s time to change their child’s diaper without a changing station.
2 men die competing Ironman triathlon
Two men died following an Ironman triathlon in Madison, Wisconsin.
Boeing orders remain at a standstill for second month
(CNN) — For the second month in a row, Boeing received no new orders for its commercial air crafts. The company’s orders have been at a standstill since two deadly crashes involving the 737 max jet model. Boeing currently has a back order of approximately five thousand planes as many of its customers don’t need to place orders for additional…
Canada joins growing list of countries to ban plastic
(CNN) —Canada’s Prime Minister says the overuse of plastic can not be ignored. Justin Trudeau says Canada will ban single use plastic items like bags, straws, cutlery and stirring sticks by the year 20-21. According to the Canadian government, citizens throw away an estimated 11 billion dollars worth of plastic materials each year. Canada isn’t the first country to make…
Kroger reportedly getting into CBD business
(CNN) – Kroger is reportedly getting into the CBD business. Cleveland news stations are reporting the Cincinnati-based grocery store chain plans to sell products with CBD including lotions, balms, oils, and creams. CBD is a chemical found in hemp and marijuana plants. The products will be sold in nearly 1,000 stores in over 17 states. Categories: National News, News
Krispy Kreme set to open “sweet ” attraction in Times Square
A pretty sweet new attraction is coming to Times Square.
Beyond Meat introduces new, “meatier” plant-based burger patty
(CNN) – A popular meatless burger patty is about to get even “meatier.” Beyond Meat, the plant-based protein company, said its new version of its beyond burger looks, tastes and cooks even more like beef. The improved patty uses coconut oil and cocoa butter to create a marbling effect to make the patty’s texture mimic real meat more closely. It…
