Better.com CEO Vishal Garg apologizes for firing 900 employees over Zoom

Better.com CEO Vishal Garg apologizes for firing 900 employees over Zoom

Vishal Garg, the CEO of Better.com, apologized for failing to show “the appropriate amount of respect and appreciation” for employees reportedly laid off via Zoom.

Vishal Garg, the CEO of Better.com, apologized for failing to show “the appropriate amount of respect and appreciation” for employees reportedly laid off via Zoom.

UAE adopts Monday through Friday workweek in major change

UAE adopts Monday through Friday workweek in major change

The official workweek in the United Arab Emirates until now was Sunday-Thursday. The change allows its financial district to work Western hours.

The official workweek in the United Arab Emirates until now was Sunday-Thursday. The change allows its financial district to work Western hours.

Biden says COVID-19 Omicron variant 'cause for concern’ – will interest rates be impacted?

Biden says COVID-19 Omicron variant 'cause for concern’ – will interest rates be impacted?

As health officials determine the potential impact of the COVID-19 Omicron variant, economists weigh the potential risks to the economy and what it means for growth forecasts.

As health officials determine the potential impact of the COVID-19 Omicron variant, economists weigh the potential risks to the economy and what it means for growth forecasts.

Seniors are losing out on Medicare savings during open enrollment, data shows

Seniors are losing out on Medicare savings during open enrollment, data shows

The Medicare and Medicare Advantage open enrollment period ends on Dec. 7, but many seniors haven't reviewed their health coverage. Even fewer decided to actually change plans, according to a new survey.

The Medicare and Medicare Advantage open enrollment period ends on Dec. 7, but many seniors haven't reviewed their health coverage. Even fewer decided to actually change plans, according to a new survey.

What is a personal line of credit?

What is a personal line of credit?

A personal line of credit is a type of revolving credit that can be used to cover expenses like home renovations. Here’s what you need to know before applying.

A personal line of credit is a type of revolving credit that can be used to cover expenses like home renovations. Here’s what you need to know before applying.

Fed prepared to raise interest rates if inflation continues to surge

Fed prepared to raise interest rates if inflation continues to surge

The Fed could be looking at a rate hike sooner than expected if inflation continues to surge. The latest FOMC meeting minutes indicate that Fed members are discussing the possibility of raising rates.

The Fed could be looking at a rate hike sooner than expected if inflation continues to surge. The latest FOMC meeting minutes indicate that Fed members are discussing the possibility of raising rates.

Holiday shoppers plan to spend nearly $1,000 this year, survey finds: 3 tips to avoid overspending

Holiday shoppers plan to spend nearly $1,000 this year, survey finds: 3 tips to avoid overspending

Consumers plan to spend $998 this holiday shopping season, according to a National Retail Federation (NRF) survey. Here's how you can overcome higher prices amid shipping delays and labor shortages to take advantage of holiday sales.

Consumers plan to spend $998 this holiday shopping season, according to a National Retail Federation (NRF) survey. Here's how you can overcome higher prices amid shipping delays and labor shortages to take advantage of holiday sales.

Democrats push Biden to cancel student loans after House passes Build Back Better

Democrats push Biden to cancel student loans after House passes Build Back Better

Progressive lawmakers are calling on President Biden to cancel student loan debt as some Americans have qualified for forgiveness under borrower defense, total and permanent disability (TPD) discharges and a limited PSLF waiver.

Progressive lawmakers are calling on President Biden to cancel student loan debt as some Americans have qualified for forgiveness under borrower defense, total and permanent disability (TPD) discharges and a limited PSLF waiver.

Expanded child tax credit would permanently reduce child poverty, CBPP finds

Expanded child tax credit would permanently reduce child poverty, CBPP finds

Build Back Better would make the Child Tax Credit permanently available to low-income families. But the trillion-dollar spending plan faces hurdles in Congress before it can be signed into law.

Build Back Better would make the Child Tax Credit permanently available to low-income families. But the trillion-dollar spending plan faces hurdles in Congress before it can be signed into law.

Biden to discuss plans to alleviate supply chain woes, inflation ahead of holidays

Biden to discuss plans to alleviate supply chain woes, inflation ahead of holidays

Rising inflation is leading to price increases for millions around the world, forcing people to choose between digging deeper into their pockets or tightening their belts.

Rising inflation is leading to price increases for millions around the world, forcing people to choose between digging deeper into their pockets or tightening their belts.

Labor official confirms new union election for Alabama Amazon workers

Labor official confirms new union election for Alabama Amazon workers

A labor official is confirming a new union election for Amazon workers in Bessemer, Alabama based on objections to the first vote.

A labor official is confirming a new union election for Amazon workers in Bessemer, Alabama based on objections to the first vote.