New York to roll out small shampoo bottle ban at hotels
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2025, hotels with more than 50 rooms will not be able to provide toiletry bottles under 12 ounces.
Inflation unexpectedly fell to 3% in June
The consumer price index (CPI), a broad measure of how much everyday goods like gasoline, groceries and rent cost, dropped 0.1% in June from the previous month. It marked the first monthly decline since May 2020.
Costco raising membership fees for 1st time since 2017
Costco is raising its membership fees for the first time in seven years. Here’s when the new fees will take effect.
Frozen chicken products recalled over listeria concerns
Frozen, ready-to-eat chicken products have been recalled due to the possibility of listeria contamination. Here’s what to know.
US home prices hit another all-time high
The median U.S. home sale price soared to $397,954 in June, which was a nearly 5% increase from the year prior, Redfin data shows.
Popular Hatch Baby sound machine power adapters recalled due to ‘shock hazard’
More than 919,000 power adapters sold with the Rest 1st Generation Hatch Baby sound machines were recalled Wednesday.
CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid closing stores: a brick and mortar downfall?
Walgreens became the latest to announce pharmacy closures.
Costco's top competitor has a secret weapon to catch the warehouse giant
Sam's Club and Costco have about the same number of clubs across the U.S., yet Costco makes about twice as much annual revenue.
These 10 US cities have the worst housing shortages, Zillow report says
Despite a pandemic construction boom, the shortage of available homes in the U.S. continues to grow. A new report from Zillow highlights where the issue is the worst.
These US cities have the most homes under $200K, study finds
Home sales for less than $200,000 have shrunk to less than a quarter of all sales. But they do exist, and here’s where to look.
AT&T to raise prices on retired 'unlimited' plans
AT&T is increasing prices for customers on retired “unlimited" data plans, starting with the August billing cycle. Here are the plans impacted.
Map: States with the best and worst tippers in 2024
Overall, tips remained generally flat compared to the same time last year. Here's why that's good news for restaurant workers.
These US cities have the biggest inflation problems, study finds
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
National Donut Day deals: How to get free doughnuts at Krispy Kreme, Dunkin'
National Donut Day 2024 will bring free sweet treats to anyone who wishes to celebrate.
Lab-grown meat bans: states taking action and the future impact
Several U.S. states, including Florida and Alabama, have recently banned the sale of lab-grown meat, citing safety concerns and traditional farming protection, leading to significant challenges and uncertainties for the industry's future despite initial optimism after its approval in June 2023.
House down payments: Highest and lowest averages by city
The average down payment when buying a home in the U.S. is about $56,000 which is 24% more than a year ago.
GM ending production of Chevrolet Malibu
The Malibu is the last remaining Chevrolet car offered in the United States besides the Corvette.
Most and least favorite airlines among US passengers: 2024 survey
Between costly airfares, crowded planes and sometimes unruly passengers, travelers don’t always love the experience of flying.
44% of adults say they'd buy their childhood home if they could afford it
The survey found only half of all adults said they could afford their childhood home at today’s housing prices.
What do higher-for-longer interest rates mean for your money?
Americans will be forced to adapt to a new normal where savers benefit from higher rates, but borrowers face steeper debt payments on everything from credit cards to mortgages to student loans.