In a quirky twist on summer tradition, Olive Garden is making waves by combining two seasonal favorites: pasta and pool time. The Italian-American restaurant chain is set to launch a line of limited-edition, pasta-themed pool floats on June 30, just in time for the heart of summer. The inflatable collection brings Olive Garden's signature menu items into the sun-soaked realm of summer recreation, offering customers a fun, food-inspired way to lounge poolside.

The Bay Area is undergoing a retail transformation as former big-box stores give way to a growing wave of Asian grocery chains and culinary destinations. Across the region, from San Francisco to the South and East Bay, large retail spaces once occupied by legacy department stores are being reimagined as vibrant Asian markets and food hubs. These developments signal a changing consumer landscape, deeply influenced by shifting demographics and cultural preferences. In Daly City, a f

Chicago's pizza scene has quietly welcomed back one of its most iconic and talked-about names. Great Lake, a small pizzeria once hailed as serving the best pizza in America, has returned more than 12 years after it suddenly closed its doors. Tucked away at 1476 W. Berwyn, not far from its original Andersonville neighborhood, the legendary pizza shop has resumed operations without much fanfare, but its legacy and impact on Chicago’s food culture remain as strong as ever.

A persistent rat infestation has kept a Cupertino grocery store closed for more than two months, marking one of the most severe health enforcement cases in Santa Clara County this year. Located on Stevens Creek Boulevard, the store initially suspended operations in its deli, juice bar, and bakery in late March after health inspectors found evidence of rodent contamination in areas visible to customers. Despite multiple pest control efforts, including baiting and capturing at least one roof rat,

Walmart is rolling out a major expansion of its drone delivery program, now reaching customers in Houston, Tampa, Orlando, Atlanta, and Charlotte. This new phase brings the service to 100 additional stores, allowing customers to receive essential items like medication, snacks, and baby products by drone in 30 minutes or less. Operated by Wing, a drone company owned by Google’s parent Alphabet, this expansion aims to compete directly with Amazon Prime Air

Pre-filled Income Tax Return (ITR) forms, introduced by the Income Tax Department, are designed to make tax filing simpler for individuals by auto-filling key financial details. These forms collect data from reliable sources such as your PAN, Aadhaar, Form 16 issued by employers, Form 26AS, and the Annual Information Statement (AIS) to pre-load income, tax paid, deductions claimed, and bank account information. However, despite the convenience, these pre-fille

Oil prices jumped to their highest levels in five months while Asian markets tumbled on Monday, following coordinated airstrikes by the United States and Israel on Iran's key nuclear facilities. The escalation has sparked fears of a broader conflict in the Middle East, with particular concern over the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz a strategic waterway that handles nearly 25 percent of global oil trade and 20 percent of liquefied natural gas mov

In a historic move for the US tech sector, Texas Instruments (TI) has announced a massive investment of over $60 billion to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing. This investment, set to roll out across seven fabrication plants in Texas and Utah, marks the largest such commitment in foundational chipmaking on American soil. The company expects the expansion to generate over 60,000 jobs and strengthen the country’s ability to produce critical compone

Wawa has filed a lawsuit against the city of Garfield, New Jersey, over a newly amended ordinance that prohibits the convenience store from operating 24 hours a day. The legal action, initiated earlier this month, challenges the city's decision to enforce operating restrictions on overnight business, a move that the company says directly threatens its long-standing service model and investment in the area. The controversy centers around the Wawa store located on Jewell Street,

Rite Aid, the once-prominent national pharmacy chain now navigating Chapter 11 bankruptcy, is preparing to shutter 56 additional store locations across California, bringing the total number of confirmed closures in the state to 235 by 2025. As part of its ongoing financial restructuring efforts, the company is systematically downsizing its retail footprint, with California emerging as one of the hardest-hit states in this process. The latest wave of closures reflects the pharmacy chain’

Graze Craze, a fast-growing brand known for its custom-made gourmet charcuterie boards, has officially opened its first location in Silicon Valley at 666 Barber Lane in Milpitas’ Ulferts Center. The new store brings the innovative concept of artistic grazing boards to the heart of the Bay Area, offering residents and businesses a unique culinary experience that combines presentation with quality ingredients. The Milpitas location is operated by Michele Ho, a former biotech and pharmaceu

Starting July 1, 2025, the City of San Marcos will implement paid parking for non-residents at City Park, located at 170 Charles Austin Drive. This move comes as part of a broader initiative to maintain and support local park resources as community usage continues to grow, especially during weekends and holidays. Non-residents visiting City Park will need to pay for parking either at on-site kiosks (cash or card) or

  Efforts by the San Jose community to save a beloved local restaurant have come to an end as city officials approved a proposal to replace the longstanding Taqueria Eduardo with a new Chick-fil-A location. The decision, made by Planning Director Christopher Burton, has sparked criticism from residents and community groups who argue that the project contradicts the West San Carlos Urban Village Plan and displaces a business that has been serving the neighborhood for over two de

US President Donald Trump has announced a major breakthrough in trade relations with China, confirming that a new deal includes guaranteed upfront delivery of rare earth elements to the United States and a renewed visa pathway for Chinese students. Posting on Truth Social, Trump declared the agreement “done,” pending final approval from Chinese President Xi Jinping and himself. He emphasized that under the terms, the US would receive “full ma

The United States and China have reached a preliminary framework agreement to revive their stalled trade truce, aiming to ease export curbs and avoid a looming tariff escalation. Following two days of high-stakes negotiations in London, both sides announced they had come to terms on steps to lift restrictions on China's rare earth mineral exports and to roll back recent U.S. controls on advanced technology goods, including semiconductor software.

In celebration of World Environment Day, Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport has launched a unique initiative by distributing over 6,000 seed balls to passengers. Spearheaded by GMR Aero’s Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), this campaign aligns environmental awareness with community upliftment. Flyers are invited to take home and plant seed balls made from ecologically valuable species such as Lemon, Tamarind, Gooseberry, Neem, and

Dollar Tree, a major American discount retailer, has issued a warning that its earnings for the second quarter could fall by as much as 50% compared to the same period last year. The projected drop is largely due to increased import costs triggered by newly imposed tariffs on goods from China. The company sources the majority of its merchandise—ranging from disposable tableware, seasonal items, toys, and puzzles to low-cost clothing and accessories—from Chinese manufac

Shoppers and home cooks in Lafayette have reason to get excited as the Assistance League Thrift Shop gears up for its highly anticipated annual Cookware and Kitchen Event beginning Tuesday, June 3. Located next to the Park Theater, the shop opens its doors at 10 a.m., but eager shoppers are encouraged to arrive by 9:45 a.m. to beat the crowd. This community-favorite event will feature an impressive lineup of gently u

A beloved local Mexican restaurant that has served San Jose for over two decades is at risk of closing its doors as plans for a new fast-food restaurant could force it out. Taqueria Eduardo, located at 255 Race Street near West San Carlos Street, is one of two locations operated by owner Luis Martinez. However, this long-standing neighborhood staple may not survive the potential arrival of a new Chick-fil-A at the same location. The San Jose Planning Director’s Hearing is scheduled for