Germany Bans Uber, Promises $327,422 Fine Per Illegal Ride

The project, years in the making, comes as the Bay Area's health care industry shifts and as UCSF starts a massive remake of its oldest and largest campus.

It had lines out the door. It made Texas Monthly's "50 Best BBQ Joints" list. Plus, it had unusually high financial support from those who believed in it — including public subsidies. Nonetheless, Valentina's is burdened by a mountain of suspicious debt as it attempts to re-open after a sudden closure.

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"It’s become hyper-competitive. Everyone’s investing in every component. Winning on good service and good food is no longer the only formula.” Chicago-based hospitality company Four Corners will make its Nashville debut in 2025. Here's how they plan to stand out.

Scammers took $400,000 from a woman who thought she won a $3 million sweepstakes. Getty ImagesScammers reportedly tricked a woman into believing she won $3 million, then stole $400,000 from her. They targeted the woman because she was elderly and showing early signs of dementia, police say. The FTC has urged vigilance against sweepstakes scams that demand upfront payment.

Anne Hathaway at the 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards. Araya Doheny/Getty ImagesAnne Hathaway just hinted about a possible sequel to the beloved "Princess Diaries" movies. However, Hathaway said there's no formal announcement as of yet. Disney fans have been hoping for a third film since the second installment came out 20 years ago.