FTC warns of job scams amid recent layoffs in tech and other industries
Scammers may publish listings for nonexistent roles, create sham websites, or hold fake "online job interviews" for job hunters, according to the FTC.
Scammers may publish listings for nonexistent roles, create sham websites, or hold fake "online job interviews" for job hunters, according to the FTC.
New study: Renting a home is more affordable than buying one in 2023
A new rental Affordability Report by ATTOM found it’s more affordable to rent an average three-bedroom home in 2023 than to own a comparably sized median-priced home.
A new rental Affordability Report by ATTOM found it’s more affordable to rent an average three-bedroom home in 2023 than to own a comparably sized median-priced home.
Goldman Sachs says 4 US cities will suffer a 2008 crash in home values
Four U.S. cities could see housing prices reach 2008 levels.
Four U.S. cities could see housing prices reach 2008 levels.
Lyft is now charging riders for making drivers wait
If you keep your Lyft driver waiting, you'll now be charged for it.
If you keep your Lyft driver waiting, you'll now be charged for it.
Consumers are piling on credit card debt, flashing signs of potential crisis
As Americans rack up record-high credit card debt after a year of soaring inflation and interest rate hikes, charge-offs are beginning to roll in at the start of a looming default crisis.
As Americans rack up record-high credit card debt after a year of soaring inflation and interest rate hikes, charge-offs are beginning to roll in at the start of a looming default crisis.
The pros and cons of induction cooktops, according to Consumer Reports
If you’re looking for alternatives to gas stoves, you may be wondering, are induction cooktops worth the price?
If you’re looking for alternatives to gas stoves, you may be wondering, are induction cooktops worth the price?
Tony Hawk, Crayola helmets recalled for head injury risk
The helmets can fail to prevent injury in the event of a crash, according to CPSC.
The helmets can fail to prevent injury in the event of a crash, according to CPSC.
Microsoft invests billions in artificial intelligence startup OpenAI
The tech giant described its new agreement as the third stage of a growing partnership with San Francisco-based OpenAI that began with a $1 billion investment in 2019.
The tech giant described its new agreement as the third stage of a growing partnership with San Francisco-based OpenAI that began with a $1 billion investment in 2019.
Is tipping getting out of control? Most consumers say yes
As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, consumers are prompted to leave a tip at places they typically wouldn’t. Some feel it has become more frustrating as the price of items has risen because of inflation.
As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, consumers are prompted to leave a tip at places they typically wouldn’t. Some feel it has become more frustrating as the price of items has risen because of inflation.
Parents urged to cut up these recalled kids’ color-in pajamas
The recalled pajamas from Selfie Craft Company came in a variety of 26 designs and were sold widely online and in boutiques.
The recalled pajamas from Selfie Craft Company came in a variety of 26 designs and were sold widely online and in boutiques.
Major Social Security trust funds could be tapped out by 2033: CBO
Social Security spending is trending upward as the proportion of Americans at or above retirement age has increased relative to the active workforce.
Social Security spending is trending upward as the proportion of Americans at or above retirement age has increased relative to the active workforce.
US farm group calls for probe of high egg prices
The price of eggs has skyrocketed, adding to the overall impact inflation is having on American consumers.
The price of eggs has skyrocketed, adding to the overall impact inflation is having on American consumers.
Justice Department investigating Abbott baby formula plant
Abbott's Michigan plant's closure in February 2022 was a key cause of a nationwide baby formula shortage that forced parents to seek formula from food banks, friends and doctor’s offices.
Abbott's Michigan plant's closure in February 2022 was a key cause of a nationwide baby formula shortage that forced parents to seek formula from food banks, friends and doctor’s offices.
National sales tax: What’s behind some House Republicans’ proposal
Chatter of a 30% national sales tax being proposed by Republicans has taken over the internet in recent days. Here’s a look at the proposal.
Chatter of a 30% national sales tax being proposed by Republicans has taken over the internet in recent days. Here’s a look at the proposal.
US border authorities report increase in egg smuggling attempts as poultry prices soar amid inflation
The average cost for a dozen grade A eggs in November was $3.59, compared to $1.72 a year before.
The average cost for a dozen grade A eggs in November was $3.59, compared to $1.72 a year before.
Proposed Iowa SNAP bill would restrict recipients from buying meat, white bread, and American cheese
Under the proposed law, SNAP recipients would not be able to purchase a handful of kitchen staples.
Under the proposed law, SNAP recipients would not be able to purchase a handful of kitchen staples.
Porsche is selling an office chair for $2,499
The collaboration with Recaro is also good for gaming.
The collaboration with Recaro is also good for gaming.
USDA cracks down on 'organic fraud' in food with new regulations
For the first time since 1990, the USDA is strengthening its organic food regulations in the U.S. with new rules that aim to prevent fraud and protect the agency’s trusted organic seal.
For the first time since 1990, the USDA is strengthening its organic food regulations in the U.S. with new rules that aim to prevent fraud and protect the agency’s trusted organic seal.
Mortgage rates fall to lowest level since September
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 6.15% on Thursday from 6.33% last week, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac. A year ago, the average rate was 3.56%.
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 6.15% on Thursday from 6.33% last week, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac. A year ago, the average rate was 3.56%.
T-Mobile says data on 37 million customers stolen
T-Mobile says hackers have stolen data on 37 million customers.
T-Mobile says hackers have stolen data on 37 million customers.