A cute cartoon duck can be the bearer of bad news. Stripe is laying off 300 people, or about 3.5% of its global workforce, a spokesperson confirmed to CNN — and in emails to some terminated employees ...

Oscar nominations are here. The music categories reflect a wide range of talent. The often-nominated Diane Warren is represented for a 16th time for “The Journey” from “The Six Triple Eight.” ...

One reader points out that a racetrack isn't just a competition venue -- it's home to a traveling family of horsefolk ...