NYC rents skyrocket; landlords say 'don't blame us'

Rents went down when people moved out of New York City during the onset of the pandemic. But now demand is up and supply is down, causing rents to rise — in some cases by a lot.

Medicare enrollees can get free COVID-19 tests at drug stores

This is the first time that Medicare has covered an over-the-counter self-administered test at no cost to beneficiaries.

Smoke, carbon monoxide alarms sold at Walmart recalled

Thousands of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms sold nationwide are being recalled because they could fail to warn homeowners of hazardous levels of carbon monoxide, according to an independent federal agency. 

For sale: Off-the-grid island home tucked inside a Florida state park

The home, listed for a mere $3.5 million, is over 6,000 square feet and comes with its own private dock so you can park your boat.

IKEA will pay you to get its old furniture back, here’s how it works

Tired of your old IKEA furniture and looking for something new? The Swedish company will buy back your old IKEA furniture if it's in good condition and eligible for reselling.

Honda, Acura to sell certified 10-year-old used cars

Honda has found a way to address record-high new and used car prices. By selling very old cars.

Apple to cut iPhone and AirPods production

Apple is reducing the output of the latest iPhone models and AirPods earphones due to softening demand amid high inflation.

Storm-resilient Queens oceanfront development moves forward

A $1 billion oceanfront development in Queens — touted as energy-efficient and storm-resilient — will include shops, apartments, community centers, and a nature preserve.

Spam text messages sent from your own number are from ‘bad actors,’ Verizon says

Verizon formally acknowledged the issue on Tuesday and said its team, as well as U.S. law enforcement, are working to find out who or what is the source of the spam texts.

NY real estate: Sellers remain in driving seat

Navigating the real estate market throughout the COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for buyers. Falling inventory and rising interest rates mean that it is a seller's market.

Inflation hits New York lunches, too

Two years after the pandemic started, many New Yorkers are getting back to the office only to find that their favorite lunches have gone up in price.

Milk of Magnesia products being recalled over possible contamination, FDA says

The FDA said the recalled Milk of Magnesia products and other medications could potentially cause intestinal distress such as diarrhea or abdominal pain.