This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 2 SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea on Sunday slammed the United States, South Korea and Japan for pushing to boost their trilateral military cooperation targeting the North, warning that the move is prompting urgent calls for the country to reinforce its military capability. North Korea has long cited what it calls hostility by the United States and its allies as a reason to pursue a nuclear program. Sunday's statement comes as North Korea’s neighbors say the country is ready for its first nuclear test in five years as part of its provocative run of weapons tests this year. “The prevailing situation more urgently calls for building up the country’s defense to actively cope with the rapid aggravation of the security environment of the Korean Peninsula and the rest of the world,” the North Korean Foreign Ministry said in a statement, without elaborating how it would boost its military … [Read more...] about North Korea slams US-South Korea-Japan military cooperation
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The surprising reason supermarkets sell flowers
New York (CNN Business) All stores have marketing tactics to get you in the door — stylish mannequins, elaborate display windows, posters screaming about all the discounts you can find inside. But some are far more subtle, so much so that chances are you've hardly ever noticed them. Picture your local grocery store, for example. What do you see when you first walk in? Most likely: Flowers. Big, bright bouquets of fresh-cut blooms greet shoppers inside just about every major grocer, from Whole Foods to Kroger to innumerable New York City bodegas. That's no coincidence — there's a strategic decision behind those flowers' placement. "It is very, very simple," says Paco Underhill, the founder and CEO of behavioral research and consulting firm Envirosell. "If you can get someone's nose and saliva glands working, they become a much less disciplined shopper." Read More That's right: Flowers fire up the senses, getting you ready to spend. Sure, … [Read more...] about The surprising reason supermarkets sell flowers
Routes: No letup in sight for summer air travel woes; a peek at the future of red-eye flights
In this week’s developments, the problems of excessive flight cancellations and delays look like they will continue through the peak summer season; Spirit Airlines delays a shareholder vote on a Frontier merger as it studies the latest JetBlue offer; low-cost Breeze Airways puts off its Los Angeles debut as it slows down growth plans; United’s Star Alliance will add a non-airline member and American’s Oneworld will take on its third Middle Eastern partner; China eases mandatory COVID-19 quarantine rules; Air New Zealand unveils plans to add economy class bunk beds to its long-haul 787 fleet; Alaska Airlines and American open up new award booking options on international partner carriers; American and British Airways will consolidate flight activities at London Heathrow terminals. Even though several major airlines have cut back their original summer schedules to minimize last-minute cancellations as they struggle with staffing issues , it’s starting to look like schedule … [Read more...] about Routes: No letup in sight for summer air travel woes; a peek at the future of red-eye flights
Argentine economy minister resigns amid peso, diesel woes
This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 3 BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Argentina's economy minister resigned unexpectedly Saturday, dealing a fresh blow to the government of President Alberto Ferández as the country struggles with economic problems. Martín Guzmán stepped down after a week in which Argentina’s currency hit an all-time low against the dollar amid sizzling inflation and truck drivers staged protests over shortages of diesel fuel. No successor was immediatlely announced. “I write to you to present my resignation as economy minister,” Guzmán said in a seven-page letter addressed to Fernández that he published on Twitter that highlighted internal battles within the administration. Illustrating the tensions, Guzmán announced his resignation while Vice President Cristina Fernández was giving a high-profile speech in which she lambasted the government’s economic policies. The vice president, who is not … [Read more...] about Argentine economy minister resigns amid peso, diesel woes
MTN DEW & Hooters Team-Up For Wingman Wednesday June 1
0 Restaurants & Bars Fans can head to Hooters with their Wingman and buy a MTN DEW x Wings Combo to get one free for their BFF and a MTN DEW Commemorative Cup. Carlos Hernandez , Patch Contributing Writer Posted | Updated Reply On June 1, in honor of the first ever Wingman Wednesday, DEW has partnered with Hooters on a buy 10 get 10 boneless wings offer at all 300+ Hooters stores to celebrate the launch of the DEW x Hooters Wingman Weekend Sweepstakes. The world-famous boneless wings can be washed down with an ice-cold MTN DEW in a collectible “wingman cup.” While fans will have to take flight (plane optional) to Hooters tomorrow to grab the BOGO deal, the DEW commemorative cup will be available through July 23, while supplies last at participating locations. "Summer is about embarking on adventures with your favorite copilot and we’re here to give fans another reason to get together starting with MTN DEW and … [Read more...] about MTN DEW & Hooters Team-Up For Wingman Wednesday June 1
Fourth Of July Weekend Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Most Of Philadelphia Region
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Fourth of July holiday weekend kicks off hot and humid with scattered showers and storms. The Eyewitness News Weather Team is tracking the potential for severe threats later in the afternoon Saturday. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 9 p.m. for all of Southeastern Pennsylvania, most of South Jersey and Northern Delaware. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Chester County in Pennsylvania until 9:15 p.m. #severethunderstormwatch until 9pm for #Philadelphia #SouthJersey #Delaware #The Shore #damagingwinds #intenselightning #torrentialdownpours @CBSPhilly Have a place to shelter if one of the storms moves over you this afternoon and this evening #staysafe pic.twitter.com/NOuqbm3emn — Tammie Souza Weather (@TammieSouza) July 2, 2022 READ MORE: Fire In West Philadelphia Sends 1 Person To Hospital A very unstable air mass is overhead across the region with dew points in the 70s and temperatures nearing 90. … [Read more...] about Fourth Of July Weekend Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Most Of Philadelphia Region
Smithsonian’s traveling Green Book exhibit opens in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A look at how African Americans traveled during the Jim Crow era in the U.S. is on display at the Two Mississippi Museums in downtown Jackson. The Negro Motorist Green Book, a Smithsonian traveling exhibition, opened Saturday at the venue, which is part of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, a Smithsonian affiliate. It includes artifacts from business signs and postcards to historic footage, images and firsthand accounts to convey not only the apprehension felt by Black travelers but also the resilience, innovation and elegance of people choosing to live a full American existence, officials said. Mississippi artifacts include items from the historic Riverside Hotel in Clarksdale and Hotel E.F. Young Jr. in Meridian. Two Mississippi Museums director Pamela D.C. Junior said she was ecstatic to have the exhibit housed at the venue. “During the Great Migration families moved across the U.S., thus the necessity to travel and visit relatives … [Read more...] about Smithsonian’s traveling Green Book exhibit opens in Jackson
City of Orlando says people ‘probably don’t want to celebrate’ July 4th, backtracks with ‘regret’ message
close Video Brian Kilmeade on celebrating America's independence Fox News host Brian Kilmeade weighs in on the challenge to America's institutions by politicians who 'should really know better' on 'One Nation with Brian Kilmeade.' NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! The city of Orlando, Florida has apologized over a statement made while promoting its Fourth of July fireworks special that said it "can't blame" people who don't "want to celebrate our nation right now." "A lot of people probably don't want to celebrate our nation right now, and we can't blame them," the original statement said, according to WESH-TV. "When there is so much division, hate and unrest, why on earth would you want to have a party celebrating any of it?" "But in all seriousness, you know in your heart, Fourth of July fireworks are amazing, especially when you are standing in 90° heat, 100% humidity, next to 100,000 of your closest friends," the … [Read more...] about City of Orlando says people ‘probably don’t want to celebrate’ July 4th, backtracks with ‘regret’ message