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Turning dusty attic treasures into cash can yield millions for some and disappointment for others

Turning dusty attic treasures into cash can yield millions for some and disappointment for others

THOMASTON, Maine (AP) — Kaja Veilleux has been hunting New England attic treasures for more than 50 years.
CBC resurrects live New Year's Eve broadcast special with coast-to-coast show

CBC resurrects live New Year's Eve broadcast special with coast-to-coast show

TORONTO — CBC is restoring its live New Year's Eve celebration. A year after the national broadcaster cancelled the 2024 countdown due to "financial pressures," it says the special event is back on the TV schedule to mark the dawn of 2025.
3 men say in lawsuits that Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs drugged and sexually assaulted them

3 men say in lawsuits that Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs drugged and sexually assaulted them

NEW YORK (AP) — Three men sued Sean “Diddy” Combs in New York on Thursday, claiming the hip-hop mogul drugged and raped them.
Nearly half of US teens are online 'constantly,' Pew report finds

Nearly half of US teens are online 'constantly,' Pew report finds

Nearly half of American teenagers say they are online “constantly” despite concerns about the effects of social media and smartphones on their mental health, according to a new report published Thursday by the Pew Research Center.
Small, luxury foods are great as stocking stuffers or other gifts. Ideas for under $50

Small, luxury foods are great as stocking stuffers or other gifts. Ideas for under $50

If you have an avid cook or food lover in your life, your gifting opportunities these days are vast and deep. There are authentic ingredients and creative concoctions in brick-and-mortar shops and online. The global pantry beckons.
Montreal's Queen Elizabeth hotel to close over holidays amid labour dispute

Montreal's Queen Elizabeth hotel to close over holidays amid labour dispute

MONTREAL — Quebec’s largest hotel will close over the holidays due to an ongoing labour dispute. The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel says it will close its doors temporarily, starting Dec.
DoorDash steps up driver ID checks after traffic safety complaints

DoorDash steps up driver ID checks after traffic safety complaints

DoorDash will require its drivers to verify their identities more often as part of a larger effort to crack down on unauthorized account sharing. DoorDash has been under pressure to ensure its drivers are operating legally.
FTC sues largest US wine and spirits distributor, saying it discriminates against smaller stores

FTC sues largest US wine and spirits distributor, saying it discriminates against smaller stores

The Federal Trade Commission sued the largest U.S. distributor of wine and spirits on Thursday, saying it is illegally discriminating against small and independent businesses.
Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre's brotherhood is still strong after 30 years with new album 'Missionary'

Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre's brotherhood is still strong after 30 years with new album 'Missionary'

LOS ANGELES (AP) — When it comes to music, there's one person in particular Snoop Dogg trusts enough to steer the ship without question: hit-making producer Dr. Dre. Their bond, built over 30 years of brotherhood, began when Dr.
'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence

'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence

BURBANK, Calif. (AP) — “Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy has been arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence, police said Thursday.
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