‘Historically’ high lumber prices adding more than $35K on average to new home price tag
While many businesses have slowed during the COVID-19 pandemic, the home-building industry has seen a boom — but it could be at risk due to a lumber shortage that has triggered skyrocketing prices for the material.
Federal judge throws out national eviction moratorium, DOJ appeals
The Department of Justice is fighting to keep a national eviction moratorium in place after a federal judge invalidated the measure that aids financially strapped tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Peloton issues treadmill recalls after child death, other injuries
Peloton is warning consumers to immediately stop using the treadmills.
Peloton recalls treadmills after child’s death, dozens of reported injuries
In a major reversal, Peloton on Wednesday announced voluntary recalls of its Tread+ and Tread treadmill machines after dozens of reports of injuries and one child’s death.
Hyundai recall: Possible engine fires for over 390K vehicles
Hyundai is recalling more than 390,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada for two problems that can cause engine fires.
Disney teases real-life retractable lightsaber on May 4
Disney Parks unveiled a working retractable lightsaber on May 4 when it teased the opening of a new immersive “Star Wars”-themed hotel.
Wine pairing: Pricey Burgundy bottles and NFT art on auction
Acker is known for selling and auctioning the most expensive, rarest wines in the world. Now it is bringing bottles of Domaine Du Comte Liger-Belair to the auction block with NFT art.
Kodiak Cakes sued over protein claims
The maker of Kodiak Cakes waffles and other foods that are marketed as "Protein-Packed" is facing a class-action lawsuit over exactly how much portein they contain.
Walmart, Sam's Club offering walk-up COVID-19 vaccines
Walmart and Sam's Club will allow walk-ups to receive COVID-19 vaccinations with a pre-scheduled appointment.
Why you shouldn't laminate your COVID vaccination card
With stores offering to laminate your COVID vaccination card for free, one health organization says you're better off skipping the offer.
Long Island man goes 20 years without paying mortgage, evading evictions
A man has been avoiding eviction from his Long Island home for more than two decades after making only one mortgage payment and repeatedly battling banks and realtors in court, according to court documents.
Chlorine shortage looms for pool owners ahead of summer
In some parts of the U.S., pool supply stores have already imposed quantity restrictions on chlorine tablets.
Rare lobster saved from being dinner at Red Lobster: 'One in every 30 million'
This is one lucky lobster.
You can now unlock your iPhone wearing a face mask, but there’s a catch
Apple’s latest software update, iOS 14.5, comes with a ton of new features including the ability for users to unlock their iPhones while still wearing a face mask. Well, kind of.
Reese's to sell new candy bar, sweetening permanent lineup
Not only is Reese's adding a new candy bar to the permanent lineup, but for a limited time only you'll also be able to find a pure peanut butter cup without the chocolate.
Lumber prices skyrocket during the pandemic
Home prices have skyrocketed throughout the pandemic, but so has the cost of the materials needed to build and improve them.
'Warehousing': Why New York City landlords don't list all their empty apartments
UrbanDigs reports landlords have now shelved 50% of Manhattan's unrented apartments. The real estate world refers to this as "warehousing."
Prototype of first U.S. dollar coins up for auction
A piece of copper known as the No Stars Flowing Hair Dollar, which was a prototype for the fledgling nation's money, will hit the auction block this week. And the winning bid will be way, way higher than $1.
Royal Caribbean makes 'world's largest cruise ship' available for booking
Royal Caribbean International announced Tuesday that it has opened bookings for the first voyages aboard its new ship, Wonder of the Seas, which will set sail from Shanghai and Hong Kong in 2022.
Apple unveils new products, schedules privacy software update after 7-month delay
Apple is sprucing up its own product line as it prepares next week’s rollout of a long-awaited software update could hurt other companies by preventing apps from tracking the online activities and whereabouts of iPhone users.