Low-income tenants rally against rent increases at NYC rent board hearing
During a preliminary vote last month, the Rent Guidelines Board considered raising rents between 2% and 5% for one-year leases, and between 4% and 7% for two-year leases.
During a preliminary vote last month, the Rent Guidelines Board considered raising rents between 2% and 5% for one-year leases, and between 4% and 7% for two-year leases.
Gas prices could spike after Saudi Arabia oil production cut
According to AAA, drivers are currently paying an average of $3.55 for a gallon of regular gasoline. That is more than $1 lower than a year ago.
According to AAA, drivers are currently paying an average of $3.55 for a gallon of regular gasoline. That is more than $1 lower than a year ago.
85,000 hedge trimmers recalled over laceration risk
Eight people have needed stitches due to incidents with the recalled trimmers.
Eight people have needed stitches due to incidents with the recalled trimmers.
Nearly 14,000 lbs. of pork rinds shipped from Guatemala recalled in US
The snack bags were shipped for sale to locations in five states – but were not eligible to be exported from Guatemala in the first place.
The snack bags were shipped for sale to locations in five states – but were not eligible to be exported from Guatemala in the first place.
Amazon in talks to offer free mobile services to Prime members: Report
AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile shares dropped following a report on Amazon mulling cell services.
AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile shares dropped following a report on Amazon mulling cell services.
Taco Bell brings back fan favorite item for a limited time
Taco Bell customers decided, and the Enchirito is back on the menu while supplies last
Taco Bell customers decided, and the Enchirito is back on the menu while supplies last
Senators push for FAA to evaluate airplane seat sizes
Two Democratic senators want the FAA to address shrinking airplane seat sizes related to growing concerns about comfort and safety.
Two Democratic senators want the FAA to address shrinking airplane seat sizes related to growing concerns about comfort and safety.
Alabama lawmakers approve cut in state's 4% grocery tax after decades of attempts
Alabama is one of only three states that tax groceries at the same rate as other purchases.
Alabama is one of only three states that tax groceries at the same rate as other purchases.
Money stored in Venmo, other payment apps could be vulnerable, watchdog warns
Customers of Venmo, PayPal and CashApp should not store their money with those apps for the long term, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Here's why.
Customers of Venmo, PayPal and CashApp should not store their money with those apps for the long term, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Here's why.
Jaguar recalls I-Pace electric vehicles due to fire risk in batteries; owners urged to park outdoors
U.S. safety regulators say the recall covers Jaguar SUVs from the 2019 through 2024 model years.
U.S. safety regulators say the recall covers Jaguar SUVs from the 2019 through 2024 model years.
Onion rings snack sold at Dollar Tree stores recalled over undeclared allergen
The Rudolph’s OnYums “Onion Flavored Rings" were sold in select Dollar Tree stores in 17 U.S. states, the FDA said.
The Rudolph’s OnYums “Onion Flavored Rings" were sold in select Dollar Tree stores in 17 U.S. states, the FDA said.
National Doughnut Day: Krispy Kreme offering free treat to celebrate
Here’s how to get a free doughnut on National Doughnut Day.
Here’s how to get a free doughnut on National Doughnut Day.
Which sunscreen should you choose? Here are the best of 2023
Consumer Reports tested over-the-counter sunscreens and ranked which is the best at keeping you and your family safe this summer.
Consumer Reports tested over-the-counter sunscreens and ranked which is the best at keeping you and your family safe this summer.
National Park Service offering historic Cape Cod dune shacks for lease, frustrating long-time occupants
The shacks are extremely rustic, most with limited running water and electricity, and most of current lessees use outhouses.
The shacks are extremely rustic, most with limited running water and electricity, and most of current lessees use outhouses.
Restaurants opt out of using QR-code menus post-pandemic
Three years ago, shared menus were replaced with pointing your phone camera at a QR code. Now, many restaurants are going back to using physical menus.
Three years ago, shared menus were replaced with pointing your phone camera at a QR code. Now, many restaurants are going back to using physical menus.
Dairy Queen discontinues fan-favorite menu option, says it could return in the future
The restaurant didn't offer an explanation but confirmed the news.
The restaurant didn't offer an explanation but confirmed the news.
DoorDash accused in lawsuit of charging iPhone users more for delivery
The lawsuit claims iPhone users are charged extra fees on top of their food delivery bill.
The lawsuit claims iPhone users are charged extra fees on top of their food delivery bill.
States sue telecom company accused of making billions of robocalls to people on Do Not Call Registry
The lawsuit alleges the company also reportedly sent or transmitted scam calls about the Social Security Administration, Medicare, and Amazon.
The lawsuit alleges the company also reportedly sent or transmitted scam calls about the Social Security Administration, Medicare, and Amazon.
Target pulls some LGBTQ+ merchandise from stores ahead of June Pride month after threats to workers
Target is removing certain items from its stores and making other changes to its LGBTQ+ merchandise nationwide ahead of Pride month, after an intense backlash from some customers including violent confrontations with its workers.
Target is removing certain items from its stores and making other changes to its LGBTQ+ merchandise nationwide ahead of Pride month, after an intense backlash from some customers including violent confrontations with its workers.
Bed Bath & Beyond, buybuy BABY’s last day for returns approaching
Bed Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy protection in April.
Bed Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy protection in April.