Consumers are piling on credit card debt, flashing signs of potential crisis
As Americans rack up record-high credit card debt after a year of soaring inflation and interest rate hikes, charge-offs are beginning to roll in at the start of a looming default crisis.
As Americans rack up record-high credit card debt after a year of soaring inflation and interest rate hikes, charge-offs are beginning to roll in at the start of a looming default crisis.
Amazon launches subscription prescription drug service
Amazon says RxPass is a subscription service for customers who have Prime memberships. Consumers will pay $5 a month to fill as many prescriptions as they need from a list of 50 generic medications.
Amazon says RxPass is a subscription service for customers who have Prime memberships. Consumers will pay $5 a month to fill as many prescriptions as they need from a list of 50 generic medications.
The pros and cons of induction cooktops, according to Consumer Reports
If you’re looking for alternatives to gas stoves, you may be wondering, are induction cooktops worth the price?
If you’re looking for alternatives to gas stoves, you may be wondering, are induction cooktops worth the price?
Tony Hawk, Crayola helmets recalled for head injury risk
The helmets can fail to prevent injury in the event of a crash, according to CPSC.
The helmets can fail to prevent injury in the event of a crash, according to CPSC.
Microsoft invests billions in artificial intelligence startup OpenAI
The tech giant described its new agreement as the third stage of a growing partnership with San Francisco-based OpenAI that began with a $1 billion investment in 2019.
The tech giant described its new agreement as the third stage of a growing partnership with San Francisco-based OpenAI that began with a $1 billion investment in 2019.
Is tipping getting out of control? Most consumers say yes
As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, consumers are prompted to leave a tip at places they typically wouldn’t. Some feel it has become more frustrating as the price of items has risen because of inflation.
As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, consumers are prompted to leave a tip at places they typically wouldn’t. Some feel it has become more frustrating as the price of items has risen because of inflation.
Parents urged to cut up these recalled kids’ color-in pajamas
The recalled pajamas from Selfie Craft Company came in a variety of 26 designs and were sold widely online and in boutiques.
The recalled pajamas from Selfie Craft Company came in a variety of 26 designs and were sold widely online and in boutiques.
Major Social Security trust funds could be tapped out by 2033: CBO
Social Security spending is trending upward as the proportion of Americans at or above retirement age has increased relative to the active workforce.
Social Security spending is trending upward as the proportion of Americans at or above retirement age has increased relative to the active workforce.
US farm group calls for probe of high egg prices
The price of eggs has skyrocketed, adding to the overall impact inflation is having on American consumers.
The price of eggs has skyrocketed, adding to the overall impact inflation is having on American consumers.
Regal Cinemas closing 39 US movie theaters following parent company Cineworld's bankruptcy filing
Cineworld says closing theaters will save $22 million annually.
Cineworld says closing theaters will save $22 million annually.
Justice Department investigating Abbott baby formula plant
Abbott's Michigan plant's closure in February 2022 was a key cause of a nationwide baby formula shortage that forced parents to seek formula from food banks, friends and doctor’s offices.
Abbott's Michigan plant's closure in February 2022 was a key cause of a nationwide baby formula shortage that forced parents to seek formula from food banks, friends and doctor’s offices.
National sales tax: What’s behind some House Republicans’ proposal
Chatter of a 30% national sales tax being proposed by Republicans has taken over the internet in recent days. Here’s a look at the proposal.
Chatter of a 30% national sales tax being proposed by Republicans has taken over the internet in recent days. Here’s a look at the proposal.
Thinx period underwear lawsuit over PFAS settles for $4 million
Thinx, the first and arguably most well-known brand on the market, was sued for allegedly having toxic chemicals in their period underwear.
Thinx, the first and arguably most well-known brand on the market, was sued for allegedly having toxic chemicals in their period underwear.
US border authorities report increase in egg smuggling attempts as poultry prices soar amid inflation
The average cost for a dozen grade A eggs in November was $3.59, compared to $1.72 a year before.
The average cost for a dozen grade A eggs in November was $3.59, compared to $1.72 a year before.
Proposed Iowa SNAP bill would restrict recipients from buying meat, white bread, and American cheese
Under the proposed law, SNAP recipients would not be able to purchase a handful of kitchen staples.
Under the proposed law, SNAP recipients would not be able to purchase a handful of kitchen staples.
USDA cracks down on 'organic fraud' in food with new regulations
For the first time since 1990, the USDA is strengthening its organic food regulations in the U.S. with new rules that aim to prevent fraud and protect the agency’s trusted organic seal.
For the first time since 1990, the USDA is strengthening its organic food regulations in the U.S. with new rules that aim to prevent fraud and protect the agency’s trusted organic seal.
Mortgage rates fall to lowest level since September
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 6.15% on Thursday from 6.33% last week, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac. A year ago, the average rate was 3.56%.
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 6.15% on Thursday from 6.33% last week, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac. A year ago, the average rate was 3.56%.
T-Mobile says data on 37 million customers stolen
T-Mobile says hackers have stolen data on 37 million customers.
T-Mobile says hackers have stolen data on 37 million customers.
T-Mobile says data on 37 million customers stolen: Here's what we know
U.S. wireless network T-Mobile says hackers have stolen data on 37 million customers.
U.S. wireless network T-Mobile says hackers have stolen data on 37 million customers.
Expects say Americans should expect even higher grocery bills
Inflation may be easing off a bit, but experts say the cost of grocery could still rise throughout 2023. Reporter Nate Foy has more.
Inflation may be easing off a bit, but experts say the cost of grocery could still rise throughout 2023. Reporter Nate Foy has more.