Amazon sued over Ring facial recognition technology

A Virginia man filed a lawsuit against Amazon over Ring’s facial recognition software. The complaint alleges that the doorbell camera’s feature gathers and stores data of people without their consent.

Heat map: Here's who's least likely to have air conditioning

As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.

Ford issues recall for nearly 420,000 vehicles over seat belt defect

Ford’s new recall covers certain Expedition and Lincoln Navigator model vehicles manufactured between 2018 and 2022, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Social Security fears: Researchers predict benefit drops by state if trust fund runs dry

Tens of millions of Americans will soon face significantly smaller Social Security payments if the U.S. government does not take steps to protect the program, and new research estimates just how much smaller those monthly checks could be.

Nissan recalls over 50K SUVs due to dashboard screens going blank

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said certain Nissan Kicks manufactured between 2025-2026 were recalled for a software problem that may affect dashboard screens.

US gas prices over 40% higher than last year after big jump in May

The pain drivers are feeling at the pump continued into May with the cost of gas rising for the fourth straight month. Prices now sit 42.2% higher than the same time last year, with most of the country experiencing an even larger increase over that time. 

Amazon Prime Day to take place in late June
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Amazon's annual Prime Day is back to June for 2026. Over the past several years, the online retail giant held its major sales event in July. The event has become an early indicator of sorts for consumer spending trends.

Experts rank the best used cars for teen drivers in 2026

A new study is providing parents with affordable and safe ways to assist their teen drivers in getting out on the road. 

USDA urges people to check their freezers after dumpling recall

Health officials are urging people who purchased Synear Foods dumpling products to check their freezers after a recent recall over an undeclared peanut product that was used to make them.

ExxonMobil VP issues stark warning on energy prices in coming weeks

An Exxon chief is warning of skyrocketing energy prices as shareholders approved a plan for the company's corporate structure to relocate from New Jersey to Texas.

Carnival Corporation says data breach may have exposed personal info

Carnival Corporation is notifying individuals whose personal information was accessed during an April 2026 cybersecurity incident.

US Postal Service issues new North American Soccer forever stamp

As the United States gets ready to host the FIFA World Cup, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is getting in on the excitement by issuing a North American Soccer stamp.