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Due to fears of "cancellation," alternative technology and financial platforms are being built for the so-called freedom economy by figures on the far right, including those with antisemitic beliefs.

Private equity firm Roark specializes in franchised businesses and backs two holding companies that own multiple restaurant chains that include Arby's, Jimmy John's and Cinnabon.

In Boulder, Colorado, officials realized there were many people who needed access to fruits and vegetables but didn't qualify for federal food assistance.

The centuries-old Omari Mosque, Gaza's oldest, was badly damaged in an Israeli strike. An Israeli official told NPR it was targeted because militants were using a tunnel near the structure.

People who are immunocompromised continue to worry about COVID. A raft of products promise protection. Is there any evidence they can protect from infection or lessen severity of disease?

Rural Latino communities are divided about the project, which would capture carbon from an oilfield and power plant — and allow an oil company to keep operating as the state struggles to slash greenhouse gases.

The company lost big sales in the U.S. after the boycotts over its collaboration with a transgender influencer. CEO says things have now stabilized "with signals of improvement" for the brand.

Many federal judges receive free rooms and subsidized travel to luxury resorts for legal conferences. NPR found that dozens of judges did not fully disclose the perks they got.

Naturally San Diego, a nonprofit organization dedicated to stimulating growth and entrepreneurship amongst environmentally and socially-conscious consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies throughout San Diego County, is proud to announce the six finalists of its Third Annual Pitch Slam. On the evening of April 27, each finalist will go head-to-head in a competition-style broadcast of San Diego’s most promising group of natural products. Entrepreneurs will take the stage to pitch their emerging brands to a panel of industry-expert judges and local audience members, ultimately winning a suite of prizes from the local San Diego community to help propel their brand’s industry growth. The winner will also represent Naturally San Diego at Natural Products Expo East in September at the national Pitch Slam competition in Philadelphia. This year’s Naturally San Diego Pitch Slam finalists include: Brixy - Sustainable shower bars. Cien Chiles - Bold fixins (sauces) crafted with chiles. Iam(aranth) - Amaranth-based snack foods. Rationale Brewing - Non-alcoholic craft beer. Root And Splendor - 100% natural, non-toxic products for the body and home. Wynn’s Kitchen - Healthy, all-natural Asian condiments. Event Schedule: 4:00 PM: Doors Open 5:00 PM: Program Begins 5:15 PM: Pitches Begin 6:00 PM: Food and drink break while judges deliberate 6:20 PM: Winner, Runner Up and People's Choice announced! 7:00 PM: Head to the Pitch Slam After Party, at THE LOT “We’re thrilled to host our third annual Pitch Slam this year and honor some of the most exciting up-and-coming brands and entrepreneurs in the San Diego natural products industry,” said Kierstin Rielly, executive director of Naturally San Diego. “It’s more than just bragging rights and an incredible prize pack that our winners will come away with; it’s powerful exposure in a dedicated community of CPG experts, business owners, investors, consumers and more that will empower these founders and encourage our overall community.” Presented by Jimbo's...Naturally!, San Diego entrepreneurs, professionals, investors, marketers and publicists, foodies and residents alike are invited to attend Pitch Slam on Thursday, April 27 from 4-7:30 p.m. at Building 177 (2875 Dewey Rd) in Liberty Station. In addition to the Pitch Slam itself, attendees will be able to network in-person with 300+ of the natural-products community’s best and brightest, enjoy hosted hors d’oeuvres and drinks from local restaurants and brands, vote on the People’s Choice Award, and take home goodies in a swag bag from local, emerging natural products brands. Tickets for Pitch Slam can be purchased here.

Californians have said they experienced added difficulty over the past year in getting car insurance. Insurer rates have gone up more than usual.