Airlines look to remove consumer protections for travelers who use wheelchairs
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Online searches for gambling addiction surge as sports betting expands, study finds
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KFC is moving its corporate headquarters from Kentucky to Texas
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Senate confirms Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary
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Musk launches Grok 3 AI chatbot. Here’s what to know.
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Social Security Administration acting commissioner steps down
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Elon Musk’s DOGE presence at the IRS raises concerns about taxpayer data security, refund delays
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Federal layoffs start with huge number of probationary workers and warnings of bigger cuts on way
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YouTube TV, Paramount reach deal to keep channels on streaming platform after contract dispute
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Amazon workers in North Carolina vote against union effort
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Sen. Richard Blumenthal demanding answers about possible $400 million State Department purchase of Tesla Cybertrucks
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Federal workers express shock, anger over mass layoffs: “You are not fit for continued employment”
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Trump threatens to deploy reciprocal tariffs in bid to “ensure fairness” with trading partners
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CBS and other Paramount channels to disappear from YouTube TV amid contract dispute
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Inflation rate picked up in January, CPI report shows. Here’s what it means for your money.
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Canned tuna sold by major U.S. grocers recalled due to botulism concerns
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Missouri prosecutors sue Starbucks over DEI practices, claiming they raise prices and slow service
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Almost $500 million in food is at risk of spoilage after USAID pause, report says
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Federal employees union files lawsuits over CFPB shutdown and DOGE access
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Trump directs Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing cost
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Pitch perfect: Commercial spokespeople talk about their TV fame
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How much are Super Bowl 2025 tickets? See average, cheapest and most expensive prices for Sunday’s game
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Trump administration directs states to stop spending on EV charging infrastructure
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Trump considering allowing sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel
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Federal workers get more time before resignation deadline. Here’s what to know.
Millions of federal workers have more time to ponder their next career move after a judge on Thursday…
Fast fashion from Shein, Temu could get more expensive and take longer to ship. Here’s why.
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USPS says packages from China and Hong Kong will be accepted again after temporary suspension
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Treasury says Elon Musk’s DOGE has “read only” access to payment systems
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Climate change to obliterate $1.5 trillion in U.S. home values, study finds
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Almost 96% of new cars registered in Norway last month were electric
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What are tariffs? Here’s everything you need to know about the import duties.
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Book excerpt: “Source Code: My Beginnings” by Bill Gates
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Trump hits Canada, Mexico and China with steep new tariffs; Canada retaliates
President Trump on Saturday signed an executive order that imposes 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico,…
Trump fires Rohit Chopra, director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
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Can a tax preparer near me help with complicated tax situations?
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Trump tariffs on Canada and Mexico could drive up the cost of these products
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What to know about RFK Jr.’s financial ties with a personal injury law firm
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Trump could be set to announce tariffs against Canada, China and Mexico. Here’s what to know.
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U.S. economy grew at a healthy 2.3% pace last quarter, driven by increased consumer spending
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Trump administration offering “deferred resignation” to government workers unwilling to return to office
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Egg prices are likely to shoot up even more in 2025. Here’s what to know.
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What does Trump’s federal funding freeze mean for people who get aid?
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What has DEI — diversity, equity and inclusion — done for U.S. workers and employers?
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Workers at Philadelphia Whole Foods Market become 1st to unionize at the Amazon-owned grocery chain
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Social Security boost may not come for more than a year for many Americans
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Perplexity AI proposes TikTok merger with 50% U.S. government ownership stake
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Naomi Girma is women’s soccer’s first million-dollar player after moving to Chelsea from San Diego
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More than 63,000 Jeep Cherokees recalled over sudden loss of power and park function
Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, is recalling more than 63,000 Jeep Cherokees because of a defect that…
Kia recalling 80,000 electric and hybrid vehicles over improper air bag deployment
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TikTok-loaded phones are selling for thousands online after law prevents new downloads
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Saudi Arabia plans to invest $600 billion in U.S. over next 4 years, crown prince says in call with Trump
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Trump signs orders ending diversity programs; federal DEI staffers being placed on leave
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Trump ordered the U.S. government to lower prices for Americans. Can he deliver?
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Trump announces up to $500 billion in private sector AI infrastructure investment
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Trump orders federal workers back to office 5 days a week
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Trump orders Justice Department to not enforce TikTok ban
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If TikTok goes dark, some say they’ll lose livelihoods: “We’d have to completely rebuild”
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Trump launches his own $TRUMP meme coin, price soars overnight
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Justice Department lawsuit accuses Walgreens of filling millions of unlawful opioid prescriptions
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit on Friday accusing Walgreens of filling millions of unlawful opioid…
Cash App owner to pay up to $175 million for failing to protect customers from fraud, feds say
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Capital One customers report direct deposits not showing up in their bank accounts
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As climate risks mount, homeowners far beyond California face soaring insurance bills
As disasters linked to climate change become more frequent in the U.S., homeowners across the country are paying…
Walgreens says locking up products to prevent shoplifting hurts sales
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Capital One allegedly cheated customers out of $2 billion in interest, CFPB claims
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SEC sues Elon Musk, accusing him of withholding info that cost Twitter investors millions
The Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk, alleging the X owner misled…
What would happen to TikTok on my phone if the app is banned?
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Starbucks reverses its open-door policy, requiring people to make a purchase if they want to stay
Starbucks is reversing its open-door policy after almost seven years, now requiring that people make a purchase if…
Biden administration proposes new restrictions on AI chip exports
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New York City’s congestion pricing picks up speed
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Lockheed-Martin donates $1 million to Trump inaugural committee
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Meta ends diversity programs, joining McDonald’s, Walmart and other major companies to back off DEI
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Thousands of Los Angeles homeowners were dropped by their insurers before the Palisades Fire
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How businesses are helping residents and first responders affected by Los Angeles wildfires
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Abortion bans linked to people moving out of state, study says
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TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban
In one of the most important cases of the social media age, free speech and national security collide…
Los Angeles wildfires disrupt television, entertainment industry
The wildfires that set Los Angeles ablaze this week are disrupting the star-studded city’s best known industry: entertainment.…
Dockworkers and port operators strike labor deal, again dodging strike
East and Gulf Coast port operators late Wednesday struck an agreement with a dockworkers union, resolving a labor…
Jimmy Carter’s funeral will cause some closings and service changes. Here’s what to expect.
President Biden has pronounced Thursday, Jan. 9, to be a national day of mourning for Jimmy Carter, a…
Meta to end fact-checking, replacing it with community-driven system akin to Elon Musk’s X
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Tuesday said the social media company is ending its fact-checking program and replacing…
Medical debt banned from credit reports by new Biden administration rule
Unpaid medical bills will no longer appear on credit reports, where they can block people from getting mortgages,…
Winter storm causes massive flight and Amtrak train disruptions, snarling U.S. travel
A winter storm that is spreading across much of the U.S. is snarling travel, with thousands of flights…
Biden rejects U.S. Steel-Nippon Steel deal
President Biden announced Friday that he is blocking the $15 billion proposal by Japan’s Nippon Steel to buy…
Social Security Fairness Act signed into law by Biden, enhancing retirement benefits for millions
President Biden on Sunday signed legislation expanding Social Security benefits for millions of retired Americans, including firefighters, police…
Major airlines offer storm waivers to passengers ahead of winter storm
As Winter Storm Blair threatens to disrupt travel for passengers traveling to or from dozens of U.S. airports…
The house made famous by “Breaking Bad” TV show up for sale in New Mexico
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U.S. Steel faces murky future after Biden blocks proposed takeover by Nippon Steel
The Biden administration’s move on Friday to block Nippon Steel’s proposed purchase of U.S. Steel raises questions about…
Social Security Fairness Act set to get Biden’s signature
President Biden on Monday is expected to sign into law legislation extending full Social Security benefits to nearly…
Net neutrality rules about corporate control over internet speeds blocked by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court on Thursday ruled that US regulators overstepped their authority by reinstating “net neutrality” rules…
Trucks in New Orleans attack and Las Vegas explosion were rented on Turo. Here’s what to know.
The vehicles used in two separate incidents, the deadly New Orleans attack and the explosion in front of…
These 9 states are cutting income taxes on Jan. 1. Here’s where taxpayers will get a break.
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Tesla Cybertruck explosion outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas investigated as possible act of terrorism, sources say
A Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside the Trump Towers in Las Vegas, killing at least one person, is…
What’s open on New Year’s Day 2025? Here are open stores, restaurants and fast-food chains.
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What to know about Luma Energy, the company involved in Puerto Rico’s massive blackout
A massive power outage blanketed most of Puerto Rico early Tuesday, leaving more than 1.2 million people without…
Is anything open on New Year’s Eve 2024? Here are open stores, restaurants and fast-food chains.
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Chinese hackers access U.S. Treasury Department workstations, obtaining unclassified documents
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More than 9 million workers are getting a raise on January 1. Here’s where.
Michigan lawmakers introduce bills to slow down minimum wage increases Michigan lawmakers introduce bills to slow down minimum…
Book excerpt: “The Hidden Globe: How Wealth Hacks the World” by Atossa Araxia Abrahamian
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Musk and Ramaswamy are sparking a debate over the H-1B visa. Here’s what to know about the visa.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy may be advising President-elect Donald Trump on cutting federal spending but they…
Big Lots reaches deal to keep hundreds of U.S. stores open
The discount chain Big Lots, which filed for bankruptcy protection in September, has reached a deal that will…
Homelessness surged 18% to a new record in 2024 amid a lack of affordable housing across the U.S.
Homelessness in the U.S. jumped 18.1% this year, hitting a record level, with the dramatic rise driven mostly…
Janet Yellen tells Congress that U.S. could hit debt limit in mid-January
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said in a letter sent to congressional leaders Friday afternoon that her agency will…
Richard Parsons, prominent executive who held top posts at Time Warner and Citigroup, dies at age 76
Richard Parsons, one of corporate America’s most prominent Black executives who held top posts at Time Warner and…
OpenAI’s ChatGPT is hit with outages. Here’s what to know.
ChatGPT stopped functioning for many users on Thursday afternoon, with OpenAI saying that its AI app was experiencing…
Toy prices could jump if Trump adds new tariffs in 2025, threatening some toy retailers
President-elect Donald Trump is pledging to slap new tariffs on imports after he’s inaugurated next month — a…
Pet food brand issues recall over bird flu contamination
Northwest Naturals issued a voluntary recall for a batch of pet food after a cat died of bird…
Is anything open on Christmas Day 2024? Here are open stores, restaurants and fast-food chains.
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Starbucks strike shuts down hundreds of locations amid holiday shopping
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What’s open on Christmas Eve 2024? Stores, fast-food places and more major chains you can visit today.
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Corporate Transparency Act can be enforced, court rules. Here’s what it means for business owners.
An anti-money laundering law called the Corporate Transparency Act, or CTA, appears to have been given new life…
Honda and Nissan announce plans to merge
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AAA predicts holiday travel record as more than 119 million expected to hit roads, skies
Drivers and airline passengers without reindeer and sleighs better make a dash for it because it’s beginning to…
Starbucks workers begin strikes in 3 cities during crucial holiday shopping season
Workers at Starbucks stores began a five-day strike Friday to protest lack of progress in contract negotiations with…
Party City files for bankruptcy, a day after announcing mass layoffs at its headquarters
Popular retail chain Party City filed for bankruptcy protection Saturday, a day after it disclosed to employees that…
Senate approves bill to expand Social Security to millions of Americans
Legislation to expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans passed the U.S. Senate early Saturday and is…
Here’s how much more it will cost to heat your home this winter
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Planned Starbucks strike in 3 cities could spread nationwide during crucial holiday shopping season
Workers at Starbucks stores plan to go on a five-day strike starting Friday to protest lack of progress…
A government shutdown could occur on Dec. 21. Here’s what services and payments could be impacted.
With one federal spending bill now scrapped and a revised version still up in the air, the U.S.…
Teamsters going on strike against Amazon at several locations nationwide
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Stock market plummets after Fed forecasts fewer rate cuts in 2025
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Social Security Fairness Act could restore benefits for millions, but policies still cause hardship
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Frontier Airlines is selling an “all you can fly” pass for 2025. Here’s how the $299 offer works.
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Japanese firm SoftBank plans to invest $100 billion in U.S., Trump announces
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TikTok CEO meets with Trump ahead of January ban
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Early Popeye and “A Farewell to Arms” among famous entities entering public domain
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Stanley recalls 2.6 million mugs after dozens of customer complaints, including burn injuries
Stanley is recalling 2.6 million mugs sold in the U.S. after the company received dozens of consumer complaints,…
McKinsey agrees to $650 million settlement with feds over opioids work
McKinsey & Company consulting firm has agreed to pay $650 million to settle a federal investigation into its…
Macy’s adds to list of store closures, says it will close 65 this year
Macy’s said it will close 65 stores this year, an increase from the 50 locations it previously announced…
Meta, Amazon and tech CEOs make $1 million investments in Trump’s inauguration
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Social Security Fairness Act to get a vote in the Senate, Chuck Schumer says
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McDonald’s tipster in CEO’s shooting is eligible for up to $60,000 reward, but getting it takes time
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UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting spawns range of online merchandise
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Is Facebook down? Users report problems accessing Meta platforms, including Instagram, Threads.
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Judge rejects bankruptcy sale of Alex Jones’ Infowars to The Onion
A federal judge on Tuesday night rejected the sale of the conspiracy platform Infowars to The Onion satirical…
Kroger’s $24.6 billion purchase of Albertsons halted by federal judge
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked Kroger $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons, ruling that the proposed union…
U.S. “fondness for tall SUVs and pickups” compounding risks for pedestrians in crashes, IIHS study finds
Researchers at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety who looked back at data on more than 200 vehicle-pedestrian…
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UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting puts a spotlight on corporate security
In the wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson‘s killing in New York City Wednesday morning, some companies are…
UnitedHealthcare CEO death reveals wider outrage over health care system, insurance
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Appeals court upholds TikTok ban, declining to block law that would force sale
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What to know about Billy Long, the ex-congressman and auctioneer Trump wants to head the IRS
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Bitcoin price reaches $100,000-mark for first time ever
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Cucumbers from 3 companies recalled as salmonella sickens 68 people in 19 states
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Donald Trump Jr. joins e-commerce company PublicSquare as its shares soar 270%
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Blue Ridge Beef recalls Puppy Mix over salmonella risk
Blue Ridge Beef is recalling 9,600 pounds of Puppy Mix sold in seven U.S. states after a customer…
2 Delta attendants fail breathalyzer test before international flight
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Elon Musk request to reinstate his $56 billion Tesla pay package is again rejected by judge
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Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour book hits Target stores today. Here’s what to know.
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Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns amid slumping sales, alleged boardroom disagreements
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Retailers tell consumers that Trump tariffs are a reason to shop now
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Southwest Airlines says it is ending cabin service earlier to reduce chance of injury
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S&P 500 and Dow post Black Friday gains, closing out Wall Street’s best month of 2024
Stocks posted solid gains as Wall Street put the finishing touches on its best monthly performance of the…
Canada’s antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
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Canada weighing how to retaliate if Trump imposes 25% tariffs
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President-elect Donald Trump, an avowed fan of tariffs, is pledging to enact stiff import duties as soon as…
Here’s why Trump thinks tariffs are good for the U.S. — and what the experts say
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Best Buy says Trump’s tariffs could force it to raise prices for consumers
Best Buy CEO Corie Barry said Tuesday that personal electronics could become more expensive if President-elect Donald Trump…
Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies after pressure from conservative activists
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Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
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Eggs are getting scarcer and pricier ahead of the holidays. Here’s why.
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Hyundai, Kia recall more than 208,000 electric vehicles over power loss issue
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McDonald’s will serve up a McValue offering in 2025. Here’s what it includes.
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Trump selects Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary
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Walmart must pay $35 million to a truck driver it falsely accused of fraud, jury says
Walmart must pay almost $35 million to one of its former truck drivers after a California jury found…
Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
U.S. regulators want a federal judge to break up Google to prevent the company from continuing to squash…
Trump’s proposed tariffs could raise U.S. grocery prices, analysis finds
Americans say they continue to feel the aftereffects of the highest inflation in four decades, especially at the…
Deepfakes of Elon Musk are contributing to billions of dollars in fraud losses in the U.S.
Deepfakes of Elon Musk contribute to billions in fraud losses in the U.S. Deepfakes of Elon Musk contribute…
Has life in the U.S. become too political? You can buy a house in Italy for $1.
A village in Sardinia, Italy, called Ollolai, is dangling an offer it says is for politics-weary Americans in…
Trump will nominate transition adviser and billionaire Howard Lutnick for commerce secretary
President-elect Donald Trump says he’ll nominate Howard Lutnick, head of brokerage and investment bank Cantor Fitzgerald, to be…
H&R Block and Intuit drop on a report that Elon Musk’s DOGE may develop a new tax-filing app
H&R Block and Intuit shares dropped on Tuesday after the Washington Post reported that President-elect Donald Trump’s Department…
Arthur Frommer, famed travel guide innovator, has died at 95
New York — Arthur Frommer, whose “Europe on 5 Dollars a Day” guidebooks revolutionized leisure travel by persuading…
Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.’s health claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s concerns about the health effects of fluoride may already be helping some Americans —…
After two “Forever” postage stamp hikes, the USPS lost nearly $10 billion in 2024
The U.S. Postal Service on Thursday said its annual loss widened to almost $10 billion, although revenue rose…
Organic carrots recalled after E. coli outbreak. These are the brands and grocery stores impacted.
A massive recall of organic carrots and baby carrots sold at grocery stores across the country was issued…
Pay first, deliver later: Some women are being asked to prepay for their baby
In April, just 12 weeks into her pregnancy, Kathleen Clark was standing at the receptionist window of her…
Trump’s win could sharply raise the cost of electric vehicles. Here’s why.
With President-elect Donald Trump vowing to pull the plug on the $7,500 tax credit for buyers of electric…
How much were Mike Tyson and Jake Paul paid for their fight, and what prize money will the winner earn?
Jake Paul, a former child star and social media influencer who started boxing professionally in 2020, slugged it…
The Social Security Fairness Act is now in the hands of the Senate. Here’s what could happen next.
Efforts to get the Senate to vote on a bill to expand Social Security benefits are intensifying, as…
The Onion buys Alex Jones’ Infowars at bankruptcy auction. Here are the details.
Satirical publication The Onion said it has bought Alex Jones’ Infowars at a bankruptcy auction for an undisclosed…
Elon Musk’s DOGE is hiring. Here’s the kind of person he’s looking for.
The new Department of Government Efficiency, a group created by President-elect Donald Trump with the task of identifying…
What to know about Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy
Donald Trump is vowing to reduce wasteful federal spending by tapping two billionaires — Tesla CEO Elon Musk…
KFC sues Church’s Texas Chicken over “original recipe” ad claims
KFC is taking one of its smaller rivals to court, suing Church’s Texas Chicken for allegedly violating its…