LinkedIn released on Tuesday its list of 2020’s top startups, highlighting emerging and growing industries amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Author: Coral Murphy, USA TODAY
‘Vote the a-holes out’: Patagonia’s new tag wants to stand up to climate deniers
The new tags can be found on Patagonia’s 2020 Men’s and Women’s Road to Regenerative Organic Stand-Up Shorts.
Panera adds Broccoli Cheddar Mac & Cheese to menu, releases Michael Bolton love song about the mashup
Panera’s new Broccoli Cheddar Mac & Cheese combines Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Mac & Cheese into one item. It’s now available nationwide.
Avery launches biodegradable apparel tag fasteners, replacing plastic to help the environment
The new Ecotach bio-PP Fastener degrades without leaving behind microplastics, which are harmful substances for the environment.
Marriott to lay off hundreds of workers at Bethesda headquarters due to travel decline
The hotel is laying off 673 workers from its headquarters starting Oct. 23.
Peloton is launching cheaper options: A new treadmill and discounted bike
The fitness platform is repricing its original model for $1,895, as well as launching the new Bike+ and Peloton Tread for $2,495 each.
DoorDash launches grocery delivery from Hy-Vee, Meijer and other stores
DoorDash users can now order their groceries through the delivery app from grocers including Meijer, Hy-Vee, Gelson’s and others.
IRS to distribute tax refund interest checks to taxpayers who filed 2019 returns on time
The Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department will send interest payments with an average of $18 to about 13.9 million taxpayers.
Report: Apple may offer new video, music and news subscription bundles
The “Apple One” package will reportedly go between $4.99 and $9.99 per month
Fatburger owner FAT Brands announces $25 million acquisition of Johnny Rockets
FAT Brands announced it will acquire burger restaurant Johnny Rockets for $25 million. The purchase is expected to be completed in September 2020.