Elder Index shows millions of American seniors can’t afford basic living costs

Inflation surged in June and workers’ average wages accelerated in the spring — signs that Americans won’t likely feel any relief from rising prices anytime soon.

NYC rooftop bars and restaurants to enjoy this summer

Summer is the right time to wine and dine on New York City's rooftops. Whether you want to catch a breeze by the beach or enjoy Manhattan's stunning views, you've got options. Here are four places that exemplify the best of the rooftop bar scene.

Senate deal on climate, inflation bill would make it easier to buy electric vehicles

The surprise deal by Senate Democrats on a pared-down climate, health care and inflation bill would give buyers an EV tax credit starting next year, among other incentives.

Man opens up about leaving teaching for better-paying Walmart job

The 28-year-old man said the chance to move up without getting an advanced degree was one of the motivating factors for him to leave the education field.

Russ & Daughters Cafe reopens

Russ and Daughters Cafe on Manhattan's Lower East Side has reopened to indoor dining.

Southwest Airlines drops expiration dates on flight credits

Southwest Airlines announced Thursday that it's dropping the expiration date for all flight credits to improve the customer experience amid a trying time for the industry. 

$1.1 billion: Mega Millions jackpot climbs again, 2nd-highest prize in game history

The Mega Millions jackpot is now the second-highest prize in the game’s history, as currently estimated. It comes with a $648.2 million cash option, too.

Sprite retiring its signature green plastic bottles after more than 60 years

Coca-Cola will begin transitioning to the new Sprite bottles on Aug. 1 in North America. Here’s what the more environmentally-friendly packaging looks like.

The Mega Millions jackpot is now over $1 billion

The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has grown to an estimated $1.02 billion — with a $602.5 million cash option — after no one matched all six numbers on Tuesday.

FDA's ongoing analysis finds toxic arsenic, lead in certain baby foods — tips for parents to limit exposure

The FDA’s ongoing analysis in an effort to lower toxic heavy metals in baby foods found that levels of lead in baby food sweet potatoes and teething biscuits were among the highest of all foods tested.

Strong dollar vs. euro: Time to book European travel?

One expert says pent-up demand across Europe is driving prices higher than pre-pandemic times.

Iconic Choco Taco ice cream treat discontinued

Klondike confirmed it has discontinued the beloved ice cream treat in a Twitter response to an understandably upset fan.