Starbucks mugs recalled due to burn, laceration hazards

Over 440,000 mugs that were part of several Starbucks holiday gift sets have been recalled due to burn and laceration hazards.

Scammers are impersonating FTC employees to steal money, agency warns

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning the public about scammers who are pretending to be employed by the FTC to steal money. 

DMV outage fixed, blamed on nationwide AAMVA network failure

Motor vehicle offices across the U.S. were slowed Thursday morning by a network outage, according to multiple states.

NAR $418 million legal commission settlement could save you thousands on your next home

The cost of buying a selling a home could be coming down after the National Association of Realtors announced it would pay a landmark $418 million legal settlement.

Here's why paid loyalty programs are all the rage at stores and restaurants

Looking for reliable sales in an unpredictable spending environment, more companies have extended their points-based loyalty tiers to making their most dependable customers feel valued for an up-front fee.

Fed leaves interest rates unchanged, says three cuts still planned

The decision, which was widely expected, keeps the federal funds rate between a range of 5.25% to 5.5%, a 22-year-high. This will also keep rates for mortgages, loans and credit cards at elevated levels.

Most expensive, affordable cities to own a pet: Rover report

Some people have either delayed or decided to not have children altogether and instead got a pet because they claim pets are more affordable.

Trader Joe's cashews, Best Buy air fryers, and more | Latest consumer product recalls

Trader Joe's cashews sold in multiple states may be contaminated with salmonella; air fryers sold at Best Buy stores may injure consumers; Honeywell alarms may not alert consumers to a fire; CPAP and BIPAP sleep masks may interfere with certain medical implants; and residential hot water boilers pose a carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.

‘Dirty Dozen’ produce: Strawberries, spinach top 2024 list for most pesticides

The 2024 “Dirty Dozen" report lists the 12 nonorganic fruits and vegetables found by the EWG to have the most pesticides, along with the “Clean Fifteen" produce.

Spring is here! Where to grab free ice cream cones and other treats

The companies announced they were kicking off the season with free ice cream and Italian ice, their usual spring giveaways.

Here are the major retailers closing US stores in 2024

Many major retailers are closing stores this year across the United States as companies look to streamline their operations and cut costs.

Trader Joe’s cashew recall: Product pulled over salmonella risk

Trader Joe’s cashews sold in 16 U.S. states have been recalled over potential salmonella contamination, the FDA said. Here's what to know.

Cashews sold at Walmart recalled over undeclared allergens

Cashews sold at Walmart stores in more than two dozen states are being recalled due to undeclared allergens, according to an announcement published by the Food and Drug Administration.

These are the top food deals for March Madness

These restaurants have a nice selection of food specials to get you ready for the NCAA Tournament. Here’s what’s available this week.

Joann, the fabrics and crafts chain, files for bankruptcy

Joann, the iconic fabrics and crafts retailer, has filed for bankruptcy protection but plans to keep its stores and website open as it refinances.