Airbnb tells hosts to stop asking guests to do time-consuming checkout chores

Airbnb is changing its guidelines to reduce guests’ checkout chores and require hosts to clearly disclose fees and house rules before booking.

Florida minimum wage reaches $15: What workers need to know

Florida’s minimum wage is set to reach $15 an hour Wednesday, completing a six-year increase approved by voters in 2020.

Joey Fatone opens new hot dog spot at Universal CityWalk

Fat One's Hot Dogs & Italian Ice, founded by *NSYNC's Joey Fatone and his manager Joe Mulvihill, is ready to start a new chapter at Universal Orlando.

Federal Reserve hikes interest rates - What it means for your wallet and the economy

The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-point to a range of 3.75% to 4%, aiming to curb persistent inflation amid solid economic activity.

Wildlife advocates say proposed FWC sloth rules fall short after Sloth World deaths

Florida wildlife officials are seeking public input on proposed regulations for sloth ownership following the deaths of more than 50 sloths at Central Florida's Sloth World, but conservation groups say the changes fall short of preventing another tragedy.

Plans show expanded Mattel water park complex near Orlando

Plans for a Mattel-branded entertainment complex near Orlando have expanded to more than 13 acres and now include a large indoor water park with a retractable roof and a tower that could reach 100 feet, according to permits submitted to Orange County.

Mercedes-Benz faces potential US ban under new Senate bill

A new bill targeting Chinese automakers could result in Mercedes-Benz being barred from selling vehicles in the U.S.

SpaceX Starship clears major hurdles in latest test flight, pushing closer to orbital missions

SpaceX achieved a significant leap forward in its rocket development program following its latest Starship test flight from Starbase in Texas, overcoming obstacles that previously triggered in-flight breakups.

Olive Garden brings back pasta pass. How to get one

For the first time in six years, Olive Garden is bringing back its Never-Ending Pasta Pass, but supplies will be limited.

Former Goliath Ventures CEO agrees to plead guilty in $250 million crypto Ponzi scheme: Court filings

The former CEO of a Central Florida cryptocurrency investment company has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges and repay hundreds of millions of dollars after prosecutors accused him of operating a multimillion-dollar Ponzi scheme that defrauded more than 1,000 investors.

Port Canaveral plans new basin for growing space operations

Port Canaveral is working on plans for a new basin dedicated to space operations as companies such as SpaceX, Blue Origin and smaller startups compete for limited space along Florida’s Space Coast.

Carnival unveils expanded beachfront, new amenities at Half Moon Cay destination

Carnival Cruise Line has completed a series of upgrades at its exclusive Bahamian destination, RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, including an expanded beachfront, new dining venues and infrastructure improvements designed to accommodate more visitors.

421,000 Hyundai Tucson, Santa Cruz models recalled for braking glitch

Hyundai recalled one of its most popular vehicles as well as a truck model over concerns that an issue with its front camera software could cause the vehicles to brake suddenly and unexpectedly, potentially leading to a collision with another vehicle.