Waffle House to raise prices, CEO says: What to know

Waffle House to raise prices, CEO says: What to know

(NEXSTAR) – Waffle House is planning to raise menu prices — and it’s not because you keep using too much of the complimentary ketchup and syrup. Probably not, anyway. In a video message shared with employees last month, Waffle House CEO Joe Rogers III laid out plans to offset the cost of increased wages by … Read more

Elon Musk, SpaceX sued over alleged sexual harassment by former employees

Elon Musk, SpaceX sued over alleged sexual harassment by former employees

Hamza Fahmy, Russell Falcon Updated: Jun 14, 2024 / 07:09 PM CDT (KRON) – On Wednesday, eight former SpaceX workers filed a lawsuit against the rocket maker company and its owner, Elon Musk. The lawsuit accuses Musk of overseeing a “pervasively sexist culture” and “‘Animal House’ environment,” with women allegedly evaluated on their bra size … Read more

Southwest plane falls into ‘Dutch roll’ during flight, prompting FAA investigation

Southwest plane falls into ‘Dutch roll’ during flight, prompting FAA investigation

(The Hill) – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating after a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max fell into a “Dutch roll” during a flight last month, The Associated Press reported Thursday. A “Dutch roll” is a dangerous oscillating motion consisting of a tail slide and roll motion at the same time. It can be … Read more

Signs point to mild gas prices in preelection summer

Signs point to mild gas prices in preelection summer

(The Hill) – U.S. gas prices started the summer driving season lower than usual, with experts pointing to mild demand and cheaper oil as factors contributing to the moderate costs. Though confounding variables, such as the hurricane season and downstream effects of extreme heat, could still shake things up, prices are expected to continue declining … Read more

Whataburger sues North Carolina-based chain What-A-Burger #13 over name

Whataburger sues North Carolina-based chain What-A-Burger #13 over name

(WGHP) — A Texas-based fast food chain that has plans to expand into North Carolina is suing a locally based restaurant alleging it violated terms of an agreement that allowed them to use similar names. A lawsuit was filed in court Tuesday, where Whatabrands, LLC., the parent company of Whataburger, alleged trademark infringement and the … Read more

Parents taking children to Walt Disney World acquire nearly $2K in debt, study shows

Parents taking children to Walt Disney World acquire nearly K in debt, study shows

(KTLA) — More travelers are seemingly taking on debt to afford a trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, according to a new study from Lending Tree. The financial website surveyed over 2,000 U.S. consumers and found that 45% of parents taking their children under 18 to the theme park resort have taken on … Read more

NASA says ‘no emergency situation’ at International Space Station after simulation audio played on livestream

NASA says ‘no emergency situation’ at International Space Station after simulation audio played on livestream

Video shows Starliner docking at ISS on June 6 TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – NASA confirmed Wednesday night that there is “no emergency situation” at the International Space Station after simulation audio was accidentally played on a livestream. The audio, which was a simulation meant for training, played at about 6:30 p.m. and stated that a … Read more

Past COVID infections may help protect against certain colds, study finds

Past COVID infections may help protect against certain colds, study finds

(AP) — If you’ve been sick with COVID-19, you may have some protection against certain versions of the common cold. A new study suggests previous COVID-19 infections lower the risk of getting colds caused by milder coronavirus cousins, which could provide a key to broader COVID-19 vaccines. “We think there’s going to be a future … Read more

Oprah Winfrey hospitalized, misses TV appearance

Oprah Winfrey hospitalized, misses TV appearance

**Related Video Above: Oprah Winfrey says she uses weight-loss medication.** (WJW) — One of America’s beloved icons has reportedly been hospitalized. Oprah Winfrey’s BFF Gayle King announced on “CBS Mornings” that the reason the famed talk show host was not there for a scheduled appearance to announce her next book club pick was due to … Read more