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What is Taylor Swift’s net worth?
Taylor Swift is a self-made billionaire, having generated tremendous wealth almost exclusively off of her music. Other hyper…
How much do Super Bowl commercials cost for the 2024 broadcast?
The Super Bowl marks the year’s biggest day for advertising, with top brands paying millions to get their…
Why do Super Bowl tickets cost so much? Inside the world of NFL pricing, luxury packages, and ticket brokers with bags of cash
Nicholas Cù has been on the fence about buying a ticket to see his beloved San Francisco 49ers…
Wall Street marks a milestone as the S&P 500 closes above 5,000 for the first time
Wall Street closed out its latest winning week with a milestone, the S&P 500’s first close above 5,000.…
NBA sued by investors over ties to failed crypto exchange Voyager
The National Basketball Association is being sued for its promotion of defunct crypto exchange Voyager Digital Holdings, which…
FDA’s plan to ban hair relaxer chemical called, too little, too late
In April, a dozen years after a federal agency classified formaldehyde a human carcinogen, the Food and Drug…
How much are 2024 Super Bowl tickets? See prices for average, cheapest and most expensive seats
Good Question: What goes into the cost of a Super Bowl ticket? Good Question: What goes into the…
General Mills urged to reduce plastic chemicals in food products
Consumer Reports states plastic chemicals being found in varying foods Consumer Reports states plastic chemicals being found in…
Taylor Swift insists that college student stop tracking her private jet’s movements
San Francisco — When it comes to dealing with a Florida college student who uses public data and…
Lyft says drivers will receive at least 70% of rider payments
Uber & Lyft will pay millions to drivers in New York to settle wage dispute Uber & Lyft…
Want to watch Super Bowl 2024 commercials before the big game? These ads are already live.
The Super Bowl isn’t only a championship game for pro football, it’s also the biggest day in advertising,…
How to get your tax refund faster and other must-know filing tips
How to get your tax refund faster and other must-know filing tips – CBS News Watch CBS News…
New issue at Boeing supplier might delay deliveries of 737s
Boeing reported another problem with fuselages on its 737 jets that might delay deliveries of about 50 aircraft…
FDA says 561 deaths tied to recalled Philips sleep apnea machines
The Food and Drug Administration says 561 deaths have been reported in connection to recalled Philips devices to…
Woman returns Costco couch after 2 years, tests limits of return policy: “I just didn’t like it anymore”
A Costco shopper tested the limits of the retail club’s return policy by bringing back a 3-1/2-year-old sofa…
A Trump-era tax law could get an overhaul. Millions could get a bigger tax refund this year as a result.
A tax provision that is part of President Donald Trump’s 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act could be…
House approves expansion for the Child Tax Credit. Here’s who could benefit.
The Child Tax Credit is one step closer to getting an overhaul, with the House on Wednesday approving…
Joe Rogan signs new multiyear Spotify deal that allows him to stream on other services
Spotify has signed a new multiyear deal with Joe Rogan that will allow the hit podcaster to air…
Tesla recalls 2.2 million cars — nearly all of its vehicles sold in the U.S. — over warning light issue
Tesla is recalling almost 2.2 million vehicles — nearly all of the cars that it has sold in…
Beheading video posted on YouTube prompts response from social media platform
A graphic video from a Pennsylvania man accused of beheading his father that circulated for hours on YouTube…
Taylor Swift is the greatest ad for the Super Bowl in NFL history
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House approves major bipartisan tax bill to expand child tax credit, business breaks
Washington — The House voted on Wednesday to approve a bill that would expand the child tax credit…
Super Bowl prop bets for 2024 include Taylor Swift and Usher’s shoes
If you don’t know the first thing about football but still want to bet on the 2024 Super…
Carnival reroutes Red Sea cruises as fighting in the region intensifies
Carnival is rerouting 12 ships across seven brands that were scheduled to cruise through the Red Sea in…
Here are America’s most and least expensive neighborhoods per square foot
Converting office buildings into residences Office buildings in New York City set to become residential spaces 04:37 House…
Toyota warns drivers of 50,000 vehicles to stop driving immediately and get cars repaired
Toyota recalls 1 million vehicles over possible air bag problem Toyota recalls 1 million vehicles over possible air…
Real estate giant China Evergrande ordered by Hong Kong court to liquidate
A Hong Kong court ordered China Evergrande, the world’s most heavily indebted real estate developer, to undergo liquidation…
Flying on a Boeing 737 Max 9? Here’s what to know.
For the first time since Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners were grounded after a mid-air blowout earlier this…
Alaska Airlines returns the 737 Max 9 to service today with Seattle to San Diego flight
Alaska Airlines plans to return the 737 Max 9 aircraft to service on Friday, with the first flight…
Economic growth continues, as latest GDP data shows strong 3.3% pace last quarter
The nation’s economy grew at an unexpectedly brisk 3.3% annual pace from October through December as Americans showed…
Here’s how much the typical American pays in debt each month
Americans report less money in savings, more credit card debt Americans report less money in savings, more credit…
Netflix wants to retire basic ad-free plan in some countries, shareholder letter says
Netflix users in some countries will soon have to pay more to watch TV and movies without advertisements.…
2024 tax refunds could be larger than last year due to new IRS brackets. Here’s what to expect.
Many Americans got a shock last year when the expiration of pandemic-era federal benefits resulted in their receiving…
Pastor of online church faces fraud charges for selling $3.2 million in “worthless” cryptocurrency
A Colorado pastor of an online church is challenging allegations that he and his wife defrauded parishioners out…
What the health care sector is selling to Wall Street: The “first trillion-dollar drug company is out there”
Every year, thousands of bankers, venture capitalists, private equity investors and other moneybags flock to San Francisco’s Union…
Applebee’s “date night” subscription passes sold out in 1 minute
Applebee’s wants to add a dash of romance to its menu. The restaurant chain on Monday offered a…
Biden forgives $5 billion more in student loan debt. Here’s who qualifies and how to apply.
Jill on Money: A new student loan forgiveness plan for borrowers Jill on Money: A new student loan…
Here’s how much Walmart store managers will earn this year
Some people go into fields like medicine or engineering in hopes of earning top dollar. But there’s another…
Biden says he is forgiving $5 billion in student debt for another 74,000 Americans
Washington — President Biden announced Friday that his administration is forgiving $5 billion in student debt for another…
Wall Street closes out week on record upswing
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S&P 500 notches first record high in two years in tech-driven run
What to expect from the economy in 2024 Interest rate cuts? Financial expert on what to expect in…
Sports Illustrated lays off most or all of its workers, union says
The publisher of Sports Illustrated plans to lay off most or all of the iconic brand’s staff, putting…
Single women in the U.S. own more homes than single men, study shows
Although U.S. women still trail men when it comes to pay, they are pulling ahead financially in one…
Drugmakers hiking prices for more than 700 medications, including Ozempic and Mounjaro
Fighting rising prescription drug costs Fighting rising prescription drug costs 07:59 Pharmaceutical companies are hiking prices for more…
Can AI detect skin cancer? FDA authorizes use of device to help doctors identify suspicious moles.
Can AI be used to treat cancer patients? New study aims to find out Can AI be used…
Samsung debuts Galaxy S24 smartphones with built-in AI tools
Samsung on Wednesday unveiled its latest lineup of Galaxy smartphones featuring a suite of baked-in AI tools, as…
Supreme Court hearing 2 cases that could greatly curtail federal agencies’ power
Washington — The Supreme Court on Wednesday is taking up challenges by commercial fishermen to a fee requirement…
Congress has a deal to expand the Child Tax Credit. Here’s who would benefit.
The federal Child Tax Credit may soon get an expansion as part of a push from some lawmakers…
Tobacco use falling worldwide but Big Tobacco fighting to reserve trend, WHO says
The number of adult tobacco users has dropped steadily in recent years, the World Health Organization said on…
Apple to remove pulse oximeter from watches to avoid sales ban
Apple Watch patent dispute enters 4th year Where Apple Watch patent dispute stands after 4 years of court…
How much do surrogates make and cost? People describe the real-life dollars and cents of surrogacy.
Ash Semione’s path to becoming a gestational surrogate began when her brother and sister-in-law struggled to have children.…
CVS closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores
CVS closing dozens of its Target pharmacies in 2024 CVS closing dozens of its Target pharmacies in 2024…
Citigroup to cut 20,000 jobs by 2026 following latest financial losses
Low unemployment streak extends another month Low unemployment streak extends another month 02:47 Citigroup is planning to lay…
Purina refutes “online rumors,” says pet food is safe to feed dogs and cats
Spike in abandoned dogs seen nationwide Spike in abandoned dogs seen nationwide 02:44 Purina is refuting “online rumors”…
Quaker Oats recalls more granola products due to salmonella risk
Quaker Oats expands granola product recall Quaker Oats expands granola product recall due to salmonella risk 00:19 Quaker…
Supreme Court to hear case on Starbucks’ firing of pro-union baristas
The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear Starbucks’ appeal of a court order requiring the coffee chain…
Here’s why Americans are so unhappy with the economy, in 3 charts
Americans remain gloomy about the U.S. economy, even as GDP continues to expand and unemployment is at a…
Trump makes closing argument on final day of New York fraud trial, disregarding judge’s restrictions
Former President Donald Trump disregarded restrictions imposed by the judge overseeing his civil fraud trial in New York…
Insurance doesn’t always cover hearing aids for kids
Joyce Shen was devastated when doctors said her firstborn, Emory, hadn’t passed her newborn hearing screening. Emory was…
Some Verizon customers can claim part of $100 million settlement. Here’s how.
Verizon customers may be eligible for small payment in fee overcharging settlement Verizon customers may be eligible for…
As gun violence increases, active shooter defense industry booms
A 6th grader was killed and five others were injured in a shooting at Perry High School in…
Microsoft adding new PC button in its first significant keyboard change in decades
Microsoft is adding an artificial intelligence button to its Windows keyboards in a move that marks the company’s…
SpaceX illegally fired workers who criticized Elon Musk, federal labor watchdog says
Federal labor regulators allege that SpaceX illegally fired employees who publicly criticized Elon Musk, the exploration company’s founder…
After exit of Claudine Gay, Bill Ackman paints bull’s-eye on diversity programs
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman, a ringleader in the campaign to oust former Harvard University President Claudine…
Early Mickey Mouse to star in at least 2 horror flicks, now that Disney copyright is over
As Mickey Mouse enters public domain, of course horror film follows As Mickey Mouse enters public domain, of…
Elon Musk’s X worth 71.5% less than it was when he bought the platform in 2022, Fidelity says
X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, is now worth an estimated 71.5% less than it…
The FAFSA for the 2024-25 academic year is arriving. Some big changes may impact your student’s financial aid.
The college financial aid form filled out annually by millions of families is getting an overhaul. The new…
These were some of the most potentially dangerous products recalled in 2023
Although U.S. consumers buy products on the assumption that they are safe, potentially dangerous items often make it…
China’s first domestically built cruise ship, the Adora Magic City, sets sail on maiden voyage
Shanghai — China’s first domestically built cruise ship set sail on its maiden voyage from Shanghai on Monday,…
What’s open on New Year’s Eve? Stores, restaurants and fast food places ringing in 2024 with open doors.
Designing the iconic New Year’s Eve ball Master craftsman on designing the iconic New Year’s Eve ball in…
2023 a mixed bag for Wall Street, U.S. economy
2023 a mixed bag for Wall Street, U.S. economy – CBS News Watch CBS News It has been…
Feds say they won’t bring second trial against Sam Bankman-Fried
A second trial of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried on charges not in the cryptocurrency fraud case presented to…
Flurry of minimum wage hikes could bring unintended consequences, economists warn
Flurry of minimum wage hikes could bring unintended consequences, economists warn – CBS News Watch CBS News Twenty-five…
Social media apps made $11 billion from children and teens in 2022
When it comes to children’s mental health and privacy, their loss translates into massive gains for social media…
Almost 5 million blenders sold at Costco, Target and Walmart are recalled because blades are breaking off
BlendJet Inc. is recalling about 4.8 million portable blenders sold at Costco, Target and Walmart after receiving reports…
U.S. court lets fake Squishmallows case against China’s Alibaba proceed
A federal judge in New York has ruled that Alibaba must face a lawsuit by a U.S. toymaker…
New Year’s Eve partiers paying up to $12,500 to ring in 2024 at Times Square locations of chain restaurants
Times Square New Year’s Eve Bal gets a makover Times Square New Year’s Eve Bal gets a makover…
Biden administration allows ban on some Apple Watch imports to take hold
Apple appeals U.S. ban on watch imports Apple appeals U.S. ban on watch imports over patent dispute 02:07…
Almost 10 million workers in 22 states will get raises on January 1. See where wages are rising.
New Jersey minimum wage to increase in new year New Jersey minimum wage to increase in new year…
Teen’s death in Wisconsin sawmill highlights “21st century problem” across the U.S.
Like most workplace accidents, the tragedy that took place at a Wisconsin sawmill in June didn’t have to…
Southwest Airlines cancels hundreds of flights, disrupting some holiday travelers
Christmas Day flight delays, cancellations at Chicago airports Christmas Day flight delays, cancellations at Chicago airports 02:37 After…
Hermès scion wants to leave fortune to his ex-gardener. These people also chose unexpected heirs.
Nicolas Puech, a descendent of France’s Hermès family, one of the richest clans in Europe, has expressed his…
What’s open on Christmas Eve 2023? See the hours for major stores and restaurants.
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“Super Saturday” brings out droves of Christmas shoppers
“Super Saturday” brings out droves of Christmas shoppers – CBS News Watch CBS News Shoppers were expected to…
Cummins agrees to pay record $1.67 billion penalty for modified engines that created excess emissions
Cummins Inc. has agreed to pay an over $1.67 billion penalty to settle claims by regulators that the…
Wayfair CEO’s holiday message to employees: Work harder
Wayfair’s chief executive sent a bracing year-end message to the furniture chain’s more than 14,000 employees: Work more.…
Most Americans trying to stay within their means as they buy gifts this holiday season — CBS News poll
How to talk about the economy over holidays How to talk with your family about the economy over…
Most home listings were unaffordable for the typical household in 2023, real estate brokerage says
Most Americans cannot afford to buy the homes listed for sale in the U.S., real-estate brokerage Redfin said…
Rudy Giuliani files for bankruptcy following $148 million defamation suit judgment
Former New York City mayor and Donald Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani filed for bankruptcy Thursday, according to a…
Toyota recalls 1 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles because air bag may not deploy properly
Toyota recalls 1 million vehicles Toyota recalls 1 million vehicles over air bag issue 00:27 Toyota is recalling…
IRS to waive $1 billion in penalties for millions of taxpayers. Here’s who qualifies.
The IRS is waiving penalty fees for people who failed to pay back taxes that total less than…
Rite Aid “covert surveillance program” falsely ID’d customers as shoplifters, FTC says
Rite Aid is banned from using facial recognition surveillance technology for five years to settle Federal Trade Commission…
Southwest Airlines in $140 million deal with feds over 2022 holiday travel meltdown
Southwest Airlines will pay a $35 million fine as part of a $140 million agreement to settle a…
Japanese steel company purchasing Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel in deal worth nearly $15 billion
Japanese steel company purchasing Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel in deal worth nearly $15 billion Japanese steel company purchasing Pittsburgh-based…
Delta adds flights to Austin, Texas, as airlines compete in emerging hub
Delta Air Lines is expanding its flights at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas, an increasingly important travel gateway…
Quaker Oats recalls some granola bars and cereals nationwide over salmonella risk
The Quaker Oats Company said Friday that it is recalling some granola bars and granola cereals sold across…
What is Rudy Giuliani’s net worth in 2023? Here’s a look into his assets amid defamation trial.
Rudy Giuliani followed his time in public service with a lucrative career in the private sector that turned…
What does it take to get into an Ivy League college? For some students, a $750,000 consultant.
Ways to secure a scholarship, as cost of college soars Ways to secure a scholarship, as cost of…
WeightWatchers launches program for users of Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs
For those who thought Ozempic would spell the end of diet programs, think again. WeightWatchers this week launched…
Homelessness in America reaches record level amid rising rents and end of COVID aid
Homelessness in America reached a new record earlier this year partly due to a “sharp rise” in the…
Government report for the first time identifies AI as potential risk to financial stability
A new government report has for the first time identified artificial intelligence as a potential risk to the…
Moderna-Merck vaccine cuts odds of skin cancer recurrence in half, study finds
A vaccine shows promising results in treating the most deadly form of skin cancer, Moderna and Merck announced…
Drive a Tesla? Here’s what to know about the latest Autopilot recall.
If you own or drive a Tesla, your vehicle’s software is likely in need of a required safety…
Fed rate hikes are over, economists say. Here’s what experts say you should do with your money.
Americans are paying the price for the Federal Reserve’s flurry of interest rate hikes, engineered to battle the…
UAW accuses Honda, Hyundai and VW of union-busting
UAW to organize workers at all US nonunion factories after winning new contracts in Detroit UAW to organize…
Can you gift a stock? How to buy and give shares properly
Gifting stock is relatively easy to do, and in some instances can offer perks for the gift giver,…
Google’s Android app store benefits from anticompetitive barriers, jury in Epic Games lawsuit says
Epic Games wins antitrust case against Google Epic Games wins antitrust lawsuit against Google 05:54 A federal court…
Macy’s receives buyout offer — is it all about real estate?
Macy’s has received a $5.8 billion offer from an investment group to take the iconic department store chain…
Amazon says scammers stole millions through phony product returns
Amazon is taking what it calls an international fraud ring to court for allegedly stealing millions of dollars…
CBS News poll finds Americans feel inflation’s impact on living standards, opportunities
Inflation’s impact may even go beyond the immediate pressure on Americans’ pocketbooks, to a larger sense that it…
Consumer spending will be merry and bright this holiday season, economists predict
Consumer spending will be merry and bright this holiday season, economists predict – CBS News Watch CBS News…
Taylor Swift sets record as Eras Tour is first to gross over $1 billion, Pollstar says
It’s been a good year for Taylor Swift. Swift’s Eras Tour is the first tour to cross the…
Lobbying group overstated how much “organized” shoplifting hurt retailers
A national trade group representing retailers incorrectly attributed half of all industry losses two years ago to organized…
U.S. labor market is still robust with nearly 200,000 jobs created in November
The labor market proved unexpectedly solid in November, with both payrolls and pay increasing — elevating hopes of…
The U.S. economy has a new twist: Deflation. Here’s what it means.
After grappling with high inflation for more than two years, American consumers are now seeing an economic trend…
McDonald’s is opening a new chain called CosMc’s. Here are the locations and menu.
A first look at the McDonald’s concept CosMc’s A first look at the McDonald’s concept CosMc’s 00:28 McDonald’s…
Facebook and Instagram are steering child predators to kids, New Mexico AG alleges
Facebook and Instagram are steering children to explicit content even when no interest is expressed, and are enabling…
When is the Christmas shipping deadline for 2023? See the last days to order and mail packages.
The holiday shopping season is in full swing but it won’t be long before time runs out on…
These were top campaign themes on GoFundMe in 2023
Since launching in 2010, GoFundMe has become a widely used crowdfunding platform where people can solicit donations for…
Grand Theft Auto VI trailer is released. Here are 7 things we learned from the 90-second teaser.
More kids want video games for holidays this year: industry group More kids want video games for holidays…
The crypto industry is in the dumps. So why is bitcoin suddenly flying high?
Although the cryptocurrency industry remains shadowed by recent blowups and controversy, the world’s most important token — bitcoin…
Alaska Airlines to buy Hawaiian Airlines in $1.9 billion deal
Alaska Airlines has reached a deal to buy Hawaiian Airlines, the company announced Sunday. Alaska Air Group, Inc.…
It’s been a brutal year for homebuyers. Here’s what experts predict for 2024, from mortgage rates to prices.
New real estate data shows sellers incurring more losses, sales down New real estate data shows sellers incurring…
Wall Street’s big gains has investors bullish
Wall Street’s big gains has investors bullish – CBS News Watch CBS News The Dow Jones Industrial Average…
What to know about the widening cantaloupe recall over deadly salmonella risks
Consumers who eat cantaloupe are advised to be on high alert following a spate of government warnings over…
Auto industry eyes subscription fees as future multi-billion-dollar revenue stream
Los Angeles — Jason Luu’s 2020 Volvo XC90 has state-of-the-art remote features, such as the ability to start…
Walmart says it has stopped advertising on Elon Musk’s X platform
Walmart said Friday that it is scaling back its advertising on X, the social media company formerly known…
Ronaldo hit with $1 billion class-action lawsuit for endorsing Binance NFTs
Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo is facing a class-action lawsuit seeking at least $1 billion in damages for…
Dow jumps 520 points as investors cheer inflation slowdown
Rate hike pause could be good for your 401(k) How rate hike pause could be good news for…
UAW begins drive to unionize workers at Tesla, Toyota and other non-unionized automakers
The United Auto Workers union said its next target is to unionize factory workers at Lucid, Rivian, Tesla…
Elon Musk says advertiser boycott at X could “kill the company”
Elon Musk faces backlash over X post Elon Musk faces backlash from lawmakers, companies over endorsement of antisemitic…
Americans need an extra $11,400 today just to afford the basics
The typical American household must spend an additional $11,434 annually just to maintain the same standard of living…
Sports Illustrated owner denies using AI and fake writers to produce articles
The corporate owner of Sports Illustrated is denying a report that the famed publication produced articles written by…
Cyber Monday is the biggest online shopping day of the year — thanks to deals and hype
Consumers are scouring the internet for online deals as they begin to cap off the five-day post-Thanksgiving shopping…
How to turn off iPhone’s new NameDrop feature, the iOS 17 function authorities are warning about
Police warning parents to turn new iPhone feature off on kids’ phones New iPhone feature “NameDrop” is on…
Schools in Portland, Oregon, and teachers union reach tentative deal after nearly month-long strike
Oregon’s largest school district said late Sunday it had reached a tentative agreement with its teachers union and…
Ex-Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao asks judge to let him leave U.S. before sentencing for money laundering
Attorneys for former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao are asking a federal judge to permit the founder of the…
Shoppers flock to malls over Thanksgiving weekend
Shoppers flock to malls over Thanksgiving weekend – CBS News Watch CBS News While a large portion of…
Honda recalls more than 300,000 Accords and HR-Vs over missing seat belt piece
Honda is recalling several hundred thousand 2023-2024 Accord and HR-V vehicles due to a missing piece in the…
Here’s how much shoppers plan to spend between Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Despite mounting financial pressures, holiday shoppers say they are planning to shell out more money on Black Friday…
Criminals are using AI tools like ChatGPT to con shoppers. Here’s how to spot scams.
Cybercriminals tend to pounce on shoppers around the holidays, posing as retailers offering deep discounts in order to…
It’s the cheapest Thanksgiving Day for drivers since 2020. Here’s where gas prices could go next.
Drivers find lower gas prices at the pump this Thanksgiving Drivers find lower gas prices at the pump…
Kentucky residents can return home on Thanksgiving after derailed train spills chemicals, forces evacuations
People impacted by train derailment in Ohio sit down for Thanksgiving dinner People impacted by train derailment in…