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Owner of closed California sushi spot pleads guilty to selling whale meat
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The owner of a shuttered Los Angeles-area sushi restaurant has pleaded guilty to allowing meat from the endangered sei whale to be served at the upscale establishment, in a case that outraged animal rights activists, a federal prosecutor said on Tuesday.
Wells Fargo to pay brokers $7.4 million to settle bonus lawsuit
(Reuters) - Wells Fargo & Co has agreed to pay $7.4 million to settle a class action claim that it unlawfully made brokers who left the firm forfeit bonuses that were deferred as part of their retirement plans, court documents show.
Netflix to launch in Australia, New Zealand in March
(Reuters) - Video streaming service provider Netflix Inc said it would expand into Australia and New Zealand in March.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Announces Cyber Monday Sale and Instant Sweepstakes Online
Starwood Hotels & Resorts announced the cyber Monday sale where guests can save up to 30 percent in their stay at the hotel.
Benedict Cumberbatch News 2014: ‘Sherlock’ Star Appears With Sophie Hunter For The First Time After Engagement News, Guests In Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight Show [VIDEO]
A few weeks after the announcement of their engagement, 'Sherlock' star Benedict Cumberbatch appears on the red carpet with soon-to-be-wife in tow, Sophie Hunter. The English actor also gets Jimmy Fallon to say the word "booty" in his own show.
MediFast Introduces New Healthy Living Program and New Products
Medifast Inc., the country’s leading manufacturer and provider of clinically proven, weight-loss programs and products, introduces the launch of a new Healthy Living program.
Sandisk iXpand For iPhone, iPad And PCs: The Newest Collapsible Flash Drive To Beat!
THE SANDISK IXPAND IS THE FIRST COLLAPSIBLE USB FLASH DRIVE DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR IPHONE AND IPAD
Bank of Tokyo Pays $315 Million to N.Y. Regulator over Misleading Reports
Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi UFJ will have to shell out $315 million in penalties for allegedly misleading New York’s top banking regulator about deals involving countries under U.S. economic sanctions like Sudan, Myanmar and Iran.
Actavis Jumps to Top Pharmaceutical Company After Allergan Deal
From just being another generics drug maker the past five years, Actavis has earned a spot in one of the Top 10 pharmaceutical companies in the world by market value—thanks to its strategic dealmaking with the $66 billion acquisition of Allergan, Inc.
Samsung to Reduce Number of Smartphone Models Next Year
Samsung Electronics Co. plans to cut the number of smartphone models offered next year in order to cut costs and counter falling profits.
ZIPS Dry Cleaning Uses Environmentally Friendly Techniques
ZIPS Dry Cleaning is continuing to set the standard for an environmentally responsible business by using technology that does not harm the environment.
Company Creates Bob Marley-Inspired Marijuana Products
With more states legalizing the use Marijuana in the U.S., Privateer Holdings Inc., seizing the opportunity of investing in a "high-risk, high-reward" business, embarked on creating Marijuana based products inspired by the Reggae legend Bob Marley.
Solange Knowles Wedding: Solange Knowles Weds Longtime Partner Director Alan Ferguson In New Orleans
Solange Knowles Wedding: Solange Knowles Weds Longtime Partner Director Alan Ferguson In New Orleans
Amanda Bynes News: Amanda Bynes Says She’s ‘Just Kidding’ With All Social Media Antics
Amanda Bynes News: Amanda Bynes Says She’s ‘Just Kidding’ With All Social Media Antics A friend of the star recorded Amanda Bynes talking about killing her parents in alarming detail while driving around with her in a car at some point recently.
Black Friday 2014: Apple Rolls Out Discounts On Products For This Coming Black Friday
Black Friday 2014: Apple Rolls Out Discounts On Products For This Coming Black Friday Apple is one of the most popular brands for all things technology, and if you are looking for some great deals this Black Friday, all you need to do are check out anywhere that sells Apple merchandise.
Black Friday 2014: Walmart Will Offer New $99 Tablet On Black Friday
Black Friday 2014: Walmart Will Offer New $99 Tablet On Black Friday Walmart hopes you'll also take home E Fun's newest Windows tablet, the 8-inch Nextbook.
Kim Kardashian Paper: Kim Kardashian Says Nude Cover Made Her Feel Good About Herself; Says Glass Is Not Photoshopped
Kim Kardashian Paper: Kim Kardashian Says Nude Cover Made Her Feel Good About Herself; Says Glass Is Not Photoshopped
Hungry Howie's Pizza Introduces Gluten-Free Pizza
Hungry Howie's Pizza, the originator of the flavored crust pizza, announced today the addition of a new gluten-free pizza crust to its already expansive menu.
Apple Won't Make Cheap Phones: Rumors Shut Down By Marketing Exec
Apple won't make cheap phones to compete with Android or windows devices, despite rumors of this possibly going down.
Build-A-Bear Workshop Sets Up for the Holidays by Transforming Into Santa’s Workshop With Holiday App and Reindeer Plush Dolls
Build-A-Bear Workshop, the only global company that offers interactive make-your-own stuffed animal transformed its stores into a winter wonderland and introducing eight reindeer plush and the launch of “Santa’s Merry Mission,” an exclusive holiday app.
iPhone 6 And 6-Plus Is Three Years Too Late, Co-Founder Says
The iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, Apple's biggest smartphones ever, are long overdue, according to the tech giant's co-founder Steve Wozniak.
La Madeleine Celebrates the Holidays with Catered Holiday Feasts Perfect for Office Parties and Family Gatherings
La Madeleine French Country Café is bringing the joy of the season to you, hassle-free with their catered holiday feasts that will surely impress friends and family alike.
Carnival Corp. Encourages Guests to Design its Next Marketing Campaign to Boost Public Interest on Cruise Ships
Carnival Corp. is trying to beat off concerns about the cruise industry by allowing the public to design its marketing campaign.
Expedia Cruise Ship Centers Invites Guests to Experience a 2-night cruise at the Royal Caribbean Quantum
Expedia Cruise Chip Centers Invites guests, corporate leadership staff and franchise partners to enjoy a 2-night inaugural cruise of the new Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas sailing from Bayonne, New Jersey from November 16-18.
Neil Young Calls Urges Fans to Boycott Starbucks Over GMO Issue
Neil Young says “Goodbye” to Starbucks and urges fans to follow suit after an alleged role of the coffee shop chain against Vermont over its requirements to label genetically modified ingredients in food.
Toyota Sells Fuel Cell Car, ‘Mirai’ for Almost $58K, Limited Availability in 2015
Toyota Motor Corp. set a price for its new fuel cell vehicle, a midsized car named “Mirai” for $57,500 before tax credits.
Buffalo’s Café Introduces Fall Flavors with Different Turkey Burgers and a Pumpkin Spice Shake
Before the Fall season comes to an end, come check by Buffalo’s Café and their new items including a variety of turkey burgers and a Pumpkin Spice Shake perfect for a snack.
Buy a Gift Card and Get a Burger for Free at Mooyah Burgers, Fries & Shakes
To celebrate the spirit of giving this Christmas, Mooyah Burgers, Fries & Shakes is giving away a free Mooyah Burger for anyone who buys a $25 gift card at their store.
SnapChat Introduces ‘SnapCash’ Feature to Send Money to Friends, Netizens Fear ‘Disappearing Cash’ [VIDEO]
SnapChat is jumping into the trend of mobile payment with “SnapCash,” a joint venture with payment processing company Square that allows users to send money to one another using the social networking site by linking their MasterCard or Visa debit cards to their accounts.
Take Home Dunkin’ Donuts’ Packaged Coffee to Keep You Warm These Holidays
Dunkin’ Donuts is making your holiday nights extra special with their Dunkin Donuts’ Packaged Coffee available in several varieties perfect for fueling up for shopping or shovelling snow, or holiday dinners with friends.