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Thousands of US flights canceled as Northeast braces for blizzard

Thousands of flights have been canceled in the U.S. as communities in the Northeast rush to prepare for an intense blizzard that forecasters say will arrive on Sunday. The total number of disrupted flights reached more than 7,000 as of 6 a.m., with 6,456 U.S. flights canceled and an additional 547…

Jon Taffer says AI ‘doesn’t get sick’ as restaurants struggle to find workers

Artificial intelligence is quietly reshaping restaurant operations, but not necessarily in the way diners might expect. As labor shortages persist and costs remain elevated, “Bar Rescue” host Jon Taffer joined FOX Business’ Stuart Varney on “Varney & Co.” to say that technology is becoming a critical back-of-house tool rather than…

Is corporate America breaking up with DEI, or just taking its relationship underground?

The second Trump administration has been marked by blowback to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs across American companies. It’s a welcome change, according to XX-XY Athletics CEO Jennifer Sey, who calls such programs and hiring practices “excessive.” “Excessive focus on DEI, whether it’s through hiring practices or public marketing,…

Netflix co-CEO accuses James Cameron of spreading ‘misinformation’ about Warner Bros. acquisition

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos accused legendary director James Cameron of believing misinformation after Cameron criticized Netflix’s potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). “I’m particularly surprised and disappointed that James chose to be part of the Paramount disinformation campaign that’s been going on for months about this deal,” Sarandos said…

United overhauls MileagePlus rewards program with major changes

United Airlines is shaking up its MileagePlus rewards program in a move that benefits credit card holders and leaves other travelers earning fewer miles. The Chicago-based carrier announced Thursday that starting April 2, travelers with United’s co-branded credit or debit cards will earn significantly more miles when they book flights.…

Nissan recalls over 640,000 vehicles for engine and gear issues

Nissan is recalling more than 640,000 vehicles as part of two separate recalls related to engine and gear issues, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration said. The Japanese automaker is recalling 323,917 model year 2023-2025 Nissan Rogue SUVs due to possible bearing failure that could allow hot oil to be…

Transportation secretary orders sweeping CDL test changes in trucking crackdown: ‘English only’

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on Friday announced sweeping changes to commercial trucking regulations, including a new requirement that all commercial driver’s license (CDL) exams be administered exclusively in English. Speaking at the Department of Transportation (DOT) headquarters in Washington, D.C., Duffy and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrator Derek Barrs said…