Almost 1,000 cities, towns and villages in the U.S. lost their status as urban areas on Thursday as the U.S. Census Bureau released a new list of places considered urban based on revised criteria. … [Read more...] about U.S. Census Bureau redefines meaning of 'urban' America
Archives for December 2022
Fights at Disney parks prompt company to issue 'courtesy' rules
The "Happiest Place on Earth" is reminding patrons to keep it that way, or else they could be kicked out. … [Read more...] about Fights at Disney parks prompt company to issue 'courtesy' rules
2023 tax credits for EVs will boost their appeal
Starting Jan. 1, many Americans will qualify for a tax credit of up to $7,500 for buying an electric vehicle. The credit, part of changes enacted in the Inflation Reduction Act, is designed to spur EV sales and reduce greenhouse emissions. … [Read more...] about 2023 tax credits for EVs will boost their appeal
Original COVID vaccines haven't protected nursing homes in over a year, study finds
The original COVID-19 vaccines have not protected U.S. nursing home residents from infection and death since the omicron wave began more than a year ago, a new study finds. … [Read more...] about Original COVID vaccines haven't protected nursing homes in over a year, study finds
Sesame becoming the ninth major food allergen subject to labeling laws on Jan. 1
Manufacturers must label products that contain sesame and prevent sesame from cross-contaminating products without it. … [Read more...] about Sesame becoming the ninth major food allergen subject to labeling laws on Jan. 1