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CNET
a day ago
- Business
- CNET
New Speed Test Data Reveals the Nation's Fastest Internet Service Provider
There's been a lot of talk about internet speed lately. From various company taglines -- "Don't take slow for an answer" -- to the latest news about Japan's internet data transmission record, it's all about the speed. Just recently, Ookla released its Speedtest Connectivity Report for the first six months of 2025, and AT&T Fiber topped the list as the country's fastest fixed internet service provider. (Ookla is owned by the same parent company as CNET, Ziff Davis.) What does that mean? Does it tell us that AT&T offers the fastest internet plan available to customers nationwide? No. This report doesn't look at an ISP's top speed (the fastest plan the company offers) but instead considers the average internet speed that subscribers experience across all levels of the provider's plans. Many variables exist (including the internet connection type), so when you sign up for internet service, you shouldn't assume AT&T will always be your fastest option. That said, Ookla's report shows AT&T Fiber at the top of its charts, registering a median download speed of just over 363 megabits per second in tests collected by Ookla from January through June 2025. It's the third Ookla speed test report in a row (going back to the first half of 2024) in which AT&T Fiber has claimed the pole position. Overall, AT&T Fiber led Ookla's report with a 78.33 Speed Score, a unique metric the company uses to consider a provider's download and upload speeds and latency. Frontier Fiber, which is in the process of being purchased by Verizon, came close to nudging AT&T out of first place, recording a median download speed of 359Mbps and notching a Speed Score of 78.30. Third place was held by Verizon Fios, the company's own fiber internet service, while the cable internet providers Cox, Xfinity and Spectrum rounded out the rest of Ookla's list. Ookla Ookla is an internet speed-test company that collects data via its tool, which gathers insights from millions of daily customer uses. CNET frequently uses those findings to help inform our internet service provider reviews, as well as our city and state geo pages. Locating local internet providers Why do we care about speed tests? In CNET's ISP reviews, we stress that speed test data can be a helpful diagnostic tool -- a snapshot of your internet connection performance at any given moment. For example, it can help you pinpoint when and where your connection may be laggy. But it's not an exact science. Many things can affect a speed test, including whether or not you're using Wi-Fi or a hardwired Ethernet connection, the time of day you're running the test and so on. To be included in Ookla's Speedtest Connectivity Report, an ISP must appear in 3% or more of the data collected during the six-month window. That means some fiber-optic internet providers across the country might perform especially well, but if they're more regional and unable to hit that 3% minimum share of the national market, they won't appear in the top. Google Fiber is a good example. It was the fastest provider in nine of the country's top 100 cities (second only to AT&T Fiber), but it didn't reach enough households to meet Ookla's mark for national inclusion. Yes, nabbing the top spot is certainly something a company like AT&T can brag about. Last year, after the first of its three wins in a row, CEO John Stankey said in a press release, "The Ookla results confirm what we already knew in the market: the fiber experience wins by a mile. Pair our award-winning fiber with the largest wireless network in North America, and AT&T is the clear choice to connect customers anytime, anywhere.' But just because a company wins kudos as the fastest ISP in the country -- or a particular state or city -- doesn't automatically make it the best internet provider for you. Though AT&T Fiber places highly in CNET's overall ISP rankings (and is tied with T-Mobile 5G Home Internet for the highest score among all internet providers in the most recent American Customer Satisfaction Index report), it might not be available in your area. There may also be a smaller or more regional provider that might make more sense for you. Speed test results can be important factors when choosing a broadband provider, but they shouldn't be your only consideration.
The Independent
a day ago
- Business
- The Independent
Aldi ups is minimum wage to £13 an hour
Aldi is set to increase its minimum wage for store assistants to £13 an hour nationwide from 1 September. The supermarket claims this makes it the first UK grocery chain to introduce this new minimum rate. For workers within the M25, the minimum hourly rate will rise to £14.33. This marks the second pay rise announcement from the German discount supermarket this year. Other major supermarkets, including Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Lidl, have also recently raised their bottom rates for shop workers.
The Independent
a day ago
- Business
- The Independent
Supermarket announces yet another pay rise for staff
Aldi store workers are set for a pay rise as the supermarket announced it was hiking its minimum wage to £13 an hour from September. The discount grocery chain claims to be the first UK supermarket to introduce the new minimum rate. Store assistants will be paid a minimum of £13 an hour nationwide from September 1 – up from a current £12.75. This rises to £14.33 an hour for workers within the M25 – from the current £14.05. Based on the length of service, Aldi store assistants could see their pay jump to £13.93 nationally, and to £14.64 within the M25. The announcement comes after the German discount supermarket stated it would increase their hourly pay in February. Giles Hurley, chief executive of Aldi UK and Ireland, said: 'Our people are the driving force behind our success across the UK. 'This latest investment in pay is a reflection of their hard work and the incredible contribution they make every single day. 'We're proud to remain the UK's highest-paying supermarket and will continue to support our colleagues in every way we can.' The UK national minimum wage was raised to £12.21 an hour in April for workers over the age of 21. Other supermarkets have raised their bottom rates for thousands of shop workers in recent months to bring them above the national minimum. Tesco store workers are set to benefit from minimum hourly rates rising to £12.64 an hour from the end of August, having risen to £12.45 from March 30. For Sainsbury's and Argos workers, the national minimum hourly rate will rise to £12.60 in August, having increased to £12 in March. Rival German discounter Lidl, earlier this year, increased hourly pay for thousands of workers to £12.75 an hour across the UK.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Why Flowers Foods (FLO) is a Top Food Stock for Dividend Investors
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is included among the 10 Best Food Stocks with Dividends. A female baker in a spotless kitchen carefully decorating a cake. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is an American company that manufactures a range of bakery products for both retail and foodservice markets nationwide. Its offerings include items like fresh bread, buns, rolls, snack cakes, and tortillas. The company supplies these products to grocery stores, convenience outlets, and restaurants. Among its most recognized brands are Nature's Own, Whitewheat, Cobblestone Bread, Wonder, Dave's Killer Bread, Canyon Bakehouse, Mrs. Freshley's, and Tastykake. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) has a strong cash position. In the most recent quarter, the company generated $135.6 million in operating cash flow, which grew by $30.5 million. The company also remained committed to its shareholder obligation, returning $52.3 million through dividends during the quarter, up $1.2 million from the previous quarter. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) currently offers a quarterly dividend of $0.2475 per share, having raised it by 3.1% in May. This was the company's 23rd consecutive year of dividend growth, which makes it one of the best food stocks with dividends. In addition, it has paid regular dividends to shareholders for 91 quarters in a row. The stock has a dividend yield of 6.09%, as of July 27. While we acknowledge the potential of FLO as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: READ NEXT: and Disclosure: None.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Popular Ice Cream Sold at Walmart and Dollar Tree Recalled for Undeclared Allergen
Here's what to look for. From a food safety perspective, July has not been the best month for ice cream. Shortly after an unrelated recall for listeria contamination, Tropicale Foods recalled many of its Helados Mexico and La Michoacana ice cream products. This recall affects ice cream treats sold in Walmart locations in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., as well as products sold at Dollar Tree stores. (It may affect ice cream sold at other stores, too, but we're still working to confirm that.)Ice Cream Recall Product Name: La Michoacana and Helados Mexico paletas and frozen treats Date of Recall: July 25, 2025 Distribution: NationwideWhat Caused the Recall? Tropicale Foods had to recall its frozen treats because the labels didn't say that the product contained milk. Because milk is one of the eight foods that cause 90% of allergic reactions, this kind of labeling error could have scary consequences. So far, one consumer has reported an illness related to this undeclared allergen. The company reviewed all of its product labels and discovered 14 products that contained cream but didn't declare milk as an allergen on the label. You can imagine how a labeling error like this could lead to serious issues for someone with a milk allergy, intolerance, or sensitivity. How To Identify the Recalled Ice Cream The recall announcement shared by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) lists the following products, UPCs, and best by dates. La Michoacana Coconut (Single Serve Paleta 3.75 ounces) UPC: 7‑67778‑00001‑3 Best By: 10/3/2026 – 5/3/2027 La Michoacana Strawberry (Single Serve Paleta 3.75 ounces) UPC: 7‑67778‑00002‑0 Best By: 10/1/2026 – 5/16/2027 La Michoacana Mango (Single Serve Paleta 3.75 ounces) UPC: 7‑67778‑00008‑2 Best By: 2/3/2027 – 4/8/2027 La Michoacana Bubble Gum (Single Serve Paleta 3.75 ounces) UPC: 7‑67778‑00003‑7 Best By: 4/7/2027 – 4/19/2027 La Michoacana Cookies 'N Cream (Single Serve Paleta 3.75 ounces) UPC: 7‑67778‑00007‑5 Best By: 4/9/2027 – 4/11/2027 La Michoacana Coconut Con Crema (6‑Pack, 16.5 ounces) UPC: 7‑67778‑00101‑0 Best By: 11/25/2026 – 4/12/2027 La Michoacana Strawberry Con Crema (6‑Pack, 16.5 ounces) UPC: 7‑67778‑00102‑7 Best By: 6/3/2026 – 6/17/2027 La Michoacana Minis Variety Paletas (12‑Count, 16.5 ounces) UPC: 7‑67778‑03042‑3 Best By: 9/9/2026 – 4/12/2027 La Michoacana Variety Paletas (16‑Count, 44 ounces) UPC: 7‑67778‑03100‑0 Best By: 3/14/2027 and 3/16/2027 La Michoacana Rompope Bolis (6‑Count, 24 ounces) UPC: 7‑67778‑05004‑9 Best By: 4/24/2027 – 7/14/2027 Helados Mexico Minis Variety Paletas (12‑Count, 18 ounces) UPC: 6‑82082‑11215‑6 Best By: 5/29/2026 – 6/24/2027 Helados Mexico Minis Variety Paletas (Dollar Tree version, 12‑Count, 18 ounces) UPC: 6‑82082‑61215‑1 Best By: 12/31/2026 – 5/2/2027 Helados Mexico Choco‑Dipped Minis Variety Paletas (12‑Count, 18 ounces) UPC: 6‑82082‑41215‑7 Best By: 12/17/2026 – 6/15/2027 Helados Mexico Choco‑Dipped Minis Variety Paletas (Dollar Tree version, 12‑Count, 18 ounces) UPC: 6‑82082‑61215‑1 Best By: 1/14/2027 – 6/18/2027 What To Do With the Recalled Ice Cream If you or someone in your family is lactose intolerant or allergic to dairy, discard any recalled La Michoacana or Helados Mexico products. You may be able to return the product to the store for an exchange or refund. If you can eat dairy products, then this ice cream is still safe to eat. For more information about the recall, contact the company at 909-563-3090 Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST. Read the original article on SIMPLYRECIPES Solve the daily Crossword
