New NYC ride app claims fares up to 20% cheaper than Uber, Lyft — but city says it’s illegal

Empower is recruiting TLC-licensed Uber and Lyft drivers, promising they can keep 100% of fares and set their own prices. Drivers pay a monthly subscription ranging from $50 to $350.

Grocery costs in 2026: Which states are spending the most on food?

As the cost of groceries continues to rise, Americans are spending more of their income to feed their families. See which states spend the most on food.

January jobs report shows US added 130K jobs exceeding economists expectations

The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.

Nearly 30% of Americans would marry for money in current economy, survey reveals

Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.

What happens if you can’t afford to pay your taxes in 2026? IRS options explained

If you can’t pay your tax bill in full, the IRS offers payment plans, settlements and hardship options — but penalties and interest can grow quickly.

TJ Maxx set to open new store in Herald Square

The opening will mark TJ Maxx’s first new New York City store in more than a decade.

Troop deployments to US cities cost Americans nearly half a billion dollars in 2025, CBO report finds

A new Congressional Budget Office report breaks down the taxpayer bill for the Trump administration’s six-city deployment and forecasts a steep rise if these deployments continue in 2026.

Economist warns coming financial crisis will make 2008 look like 'Sunday school picnic'

As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.

Dow to cut over 4,000 jobs as company shifts focus to AI

Dow is slashing thousands of jobs, becoming the latest company this week to announce a reduction in its labor force.

Amazon cuts 16,000 jobs across company in latest round of layoffs

Amazon's latest round of job cuts follow last year's layoffs of thousands of employees. Here's what you need to know.

Amazon to close physical 'Go' and 'Fresh' grocery stores, expand Whole Foods Market

Amazon is making a major shift in its grocery business, announcing plans to close its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh brick-and-mortar stores while doubling down on Whole Foods Market and grocery delivery.