Public Broadcasting Corporation to shut down after Congress cuts funding for NPR and PBS
CPB Board Votes to Dissolve After 58 Years The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has decided to dissolve itself after almost six decades, following Congress’s decision to increase federal funding for NPR and PBS last year. This marks a significant shift for an organization that has played a crucial role in public media. Patricia Harrison, […]
Food52, a popular New York City food company, has shut down while a competitor seeks to acquire it.
Food52 Files for Bankruptcy Amid Financial Struggles It seems like things have really taken a turn for the worse. Food52 Inc., the popular food and home decor company based in Brooklyn, has filed for bankruptcy protection this week after laying off numerous employees earlier in the month. This 16-year-old company lost its funding when its […]
Beijing’s Luckin Coffee is targeting closed Starbucks locations in NYC as the struggling chain plans to shut down more stores.
Starbucks may be on the verge of closing five additional stores in New York City, continuing a trend that kicked off in the fall, with the Chinese competitor Luckin Coffee reportedly considering these vacant locations. James Famularo, president of Meridian Retail Leasing, which handles the properties, suggested that more closures could occur early next year. […]
Officials say incorrectly spelled Minnesota day care was shut down last week, despite owners stating it’s still in operation.
Daycare at Center of Controversy Closed Amid Fraud Allegations MINNEAPOLIS — A daycare involved in a highly publicized fraud scandal linked to the Somali community was reportedly shut down last week, according to the Minnesota director of children’s services. However, the facility’s owners seemed eager to show that operations were ongoing, inviting a news outlet […]
Paulie Gee’s in NYC will shut down and transform into a ‘tavern’ — and many fans are upset.
Brooklyn’s Paulie Gee’s to Transition to Tavern The well-known Paulie Gee’s pizza location in Brooklyn will soon undergo significant changes, transforming into a tavern. Scheduled to close for renovations in January, the pizzeria plans to reopen under a new name in 2026. The establishment, situated at 60 Greenpoint Ave., was taken over by the same […]
Rangers’ struggling offense shut out once more: ‘We need to improve everything’
Rangers Struggle Again Against Islanders This season, when the Rangers faced off against the Islanders, they just couldn’t find the back of the net. In their last meeting this past Saturday at UBS Arena—without Ilya Sorokin, who had previously shut them out—the Rangers lost 2-0, with veteran goalie David Rittich making 27 saves. This loss […]
Chase Sapphire Lounge in Hong Kong to shut down in January 2026
Chase’s network of airport lounges is set to decrease slightly. The company has announced that the Sapphire Lounge by the Club, located at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), will close early next year. This lounge was the first in Chase’s Sapphire Lounge lineup. Chase confirms Hong Kong Sapphire Lounge will close in January A notice […]
Newell Brands, maker of Sharpie, to cut 900 jobs and shut down Yankee Candle stores
Newell Brands Announces Job Cuts and Store Closures Newell Brands, known for products like Sharpie, announced on Monday that it will eliminate 900 positions, which represents about 3.8% of its total workforce. This decision is expected to result in restructuring costs that could reach up to $90 million. Additionally, the company plans to shut down […]
Venezuelan officials describe Trump’s warning to shut down the country’s airspace as ‘unlawful and unwarranted hostility.’
Venezuelan Government Reacts to Trump’s Airspace Comments The Venezuelan government has responded firmly to a recent assertion made by former President Donald Trump on Truth Social, where he suggested that Venezuela’s airspace should be “completely closed.” Officials condemned this statement as an attempt to undermine the nation’s sovereignty. In his post, Trump addressed various groups, […]
Dick’s Sporting Goods indicates plans to shut down Foot Locker stores due to disappointing profits
Dick’s Sporting Goods announced on Tuesday that it will likely fall short of profit expectations for the third quarter and face expenses of up to $750 million as it works on revamping its newly acquired Foot Locker business. This includes plans for store closures and reducing inventory. The company’s stock took a hit, dropping by […]