US long-term mortgage rates rise; 30-year loan reaches 5%
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates continued to climb this week as the key 30-year loan rate reached 5% for the first time in more than a decade amid persistent high inflation.
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates continued to climb this week as the key 30-year loan rate reached 5% for the first time in more than a decade amid persistent high inflation.
Inflation woes: These price increases are hitting Americans the hardest
The highest level of inflation in over 40 years is hitting Americans hardest in areas where it’s difficult to make cuts.
The highest level of inflation in over 40 years is hitting Americans hardest in areas where it’s difficult to make cuts.
Panera tests automated coffee brewing with Miso Robotics: 'Tech innovation'
CookRight Coffee system monitors coffee brewing, so human kitchen workers can prioritize other tasks over manual checks
CookRight Coffee system monitors coffee brewing, so human kitchen workers can prioritize other tasks over manual checks
Toyota recalls 460,000 vehicles for stability control glitch
Toyota is recalling about 460,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix a software problem that can inadvertently disable the electronic stability control system.
Toyota is recalling about 460,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix a software problem that can inadvertently disable the electronic stability control system.
Baby formula shortage: Stores limit sales as major brands sell out nationwide
As of mid-March, about 29 percent of popular baby formula brands were sold out across the U.S., according to one analysis.
As of mid-March, about 29 percent of popular baby formula brands were sold out across the U.S., according to one analysis.
Etsy strike blamed on fee increase
Thousands of Etsy sellers are going on strike over rising transaction fees.
Thousands of Etsy sellers are going on strike over rising transaction fees.
Target’s annual car seat trade-in event begins April 18
Target will take your old, expired and damaged car seat in return for a 20% off coupon that can be used towards purchasing a new car seat, stroller or other select baby gear.
Target will take your old, expired and damaged car seat in return for a 20% off coupon that can be used towards purchasing a new car seat, stroller or other select baby gear.
Krispy Kreme to sell a dozen glazed doughnuts for average US gas price
Krispy Kreme is tapping its "strategic doughnut reserve" and will sell a dozen original glazed doughnuts for the average U.S. gas price on Wednesdays.
Krispy Kreme is tapping its "strategic doughnut reserve" and will sell a dozen original glazed doughnuts for the average U.S. gas price on Wednesdays.
Airfares skyrocket due to jet fuel costs but travelers don't care
Domestic airfare costs $330 on average per round trip. Travel website Hopper was not expecting the U.S. air travel market to hit that number until June.
Domestic airfare costs $330 on average per round trip. Travel website Hopper was not expecting the U.S. air travel market to hit that number until June.
Etsy sellers go on strike after company raises transaction fees by 30%
An online petition signed by more than 50,000 people is calling on Etsy to reverse a series of controversial new fee increases.
An online petition signed by more than 50,000 people is calling on Etsy to reverse a series of controversial new fee increases.
Baby formula shortage 2022 continues: Nearly 30% of popular brands sold out, firm estimates
Shortages of popular baby formula brands seem to be continuing in the U.S., partly due to a recall earlier this year, experts say.
Shortages of popular baby formula brands seem to be continuing in the U.S., partly due to a recall earlier this year, experts say.
People are 'overwhelmed' by the number of streaming options, Nielsen survey finds
Nearly half of U.S. adults surveyed said it’s harder to find the video content they want to watch because there are too many streaming services available.
Nearly half of U.S. adults surveyed said it’s harder to find the video content they want to watch because there are too many streaming services available.
NYC doormen threaten to strike
New Yorkers living in some of the city's most expensive building may soon have to open their own doors and fend for themselves if doormen and other staffers go on strike.
New Yorkers living in some of the city's most expensive building may soon have to open their own doors and fend for themselves if doormen and other staffers go on strike.
Once a retail giant, Kmart down to three U.S. stores after NJ closing
Once the Kmart in Avenel, New Jersey, shutters, the number of Kmarts in the U.S. -- once well over 2,000 – will be down to three last holdouts. In its heyday, Kmart sold product lines endorsed by celebrities Martha Stewart and Jaclyn Smith, sponsored NASCAR auto races and was mentioned in movies like "Beetlejuice."
Once the Kmart in Avenel, New Jersey, shutters, the number of Kmarts in the U.S. -- once well over 2,000 – will be down to three last holdouts. In its heyday, Kmart sold product lines endorsed by celebrities Martha Stewart and Jaclyn Smith, sponsored NASCAR auto races and was mentioned in movies like "Beetlejuice."
Walmart, Kohl's falsely marketed 'bamboo' fiber in bedding, towels, bras: FTC
The FTC is pressing legal action against Walmart for the claims of bamboo construction after it claims it sent multiple warning letters to the company.
The FTC is pressing legal action against Walmart for the claims of bamboo construction after it claims it sent multiple warning letters to the company.
Food prices soar to record levels amid Russia-Ukraine war, supply disruptions
Prices for food commodities like grains and vegetable oils reached their highest levels ever in March 2022 because of Russia's war in Ukraine, the U.N. said.
Prices for food commodities like grains and vegetable oils reached their highest levels ever in March 2022 because of Russia's war in Ukraine, the U.N. said.
Kinder chocolate recall: Risk of salmonella contamination
Ferrero U.S.A. is recalling its Kinder Happy Moments Chocolate Assortment box and its Kinder Mix Chocolate Treats basket due to the risk of contamination with salmonella, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
Ferrero U.S.A. is recalling its Kinder Happy Moments Chocolate Assortment box and its Kinder Mix Chocolate Treats basket due to the risk of contamination with salmonella, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
Wall beds sold on Wayfair, Amazon recalled; woman crushed to death
Bestar of Canada is recalling more than 180,000 wall beds sold online at Wayfair, Costco and Amazon.
Bestar of Canada is recalling more than 180,000 wall beds sold online at Wayfair, Costco and Amazon.
The best and worst times to buy a car amid EV trends and supply-chain woes
If you’re planning to buy a car — new, used, electric, or hybrid — here are some things to consider before making your purchase, according to a car-buying expert.
If you’re planning to buy a car — new, used, electric, or hybrid — here are some things to consider before making your purchase, according to a car-buying expert.
Toyota buyers to lose US electric vehicle tax credits
The automaker expects that sometime before the end of June it will reach a 200,000-vehicle cap on the credits.
The automaker expects that sometime before the end of June it will reach a 200,000-vehicle cap on the credits.