Social media companies earned $11 billion in ad revenue from minors, Harvard study shows
Researchers say the findings show a need for government regulation of social media since the companies that stand to make money from children who use their platforms have failed to meaningfully self-regulate.
Researchers say the findings show a need for government regulation of social media since the companies that stand to make money from children who use their platforms have failed to meaningfully self-regulate.
Auto insurance premiums and claims still on the rise: study
Add auto insurance premiums to the list of costs on the rise for drivers. Paired with rising claims, don't expect car insurance rates to dip anytime soon.
Add auto insurance premiums to the list of costs on the rise for drivers. Paired with rising claims, don't expect car insurance rates to dip anytime soon.
Americans are feeling more optimistic about the future of Social Security: survey
More Americans expect to get their Social Security benefits when they retire – in three prior readings, non-retirees were more inclined to predict they would not receive their benefits, a recent Gallup survey said.
More Americans expect to get their Social Security benefits when they retire – in three prior readings, non-retirees were more inclined to predict they would not receive their benefits, a recent Gallup survey said.
New IRS tax brackets take effect in 2024, meaning your paycheck could be bigger next year
The IRS adjusted the income limits for the different tax brackets in the 2024 tax year as still-high inflation continues to squeeze Americans financially.
The IRS adjusted the income limits for the different tax brackets in the 2024 tax year as still-high inflation continues to squeeze Americans financially.
'Career cushioning,' latest workplace trend, has employees trying to protect themselves heading into 2024
A workplace trend known as "career cushioning" has employees setting up Plan B initiatives — so that if they're downsized by their companies, they're prepared for it. Here's what to know.
A workplace trend known as "career cushioning" has employees setting up Plan B initiatives — so that if they're downsized by their companies, they're prepared for it. Here's what to know.
Gen X advised to ‘stop spending’ due to largest retirement savings wealth gap of any generation
Economist argues less spending equals a 'milder’ recession.
Economist argues less spending equals a 'milder’ recession.
Biden visits Milwaukee, highlights Black-owned businesses
President Joe Biden spoke at the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, highlighting small business and infrastructure efforts.
President Joe Biden spoke at the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, highlighting small business and infrastructure efforts.
Toyota's small car unit Daihatsu suspending vehicle shipments over safety cheating scandal
Toyota said its investigation found 174 new cases of irregularities in safety test and other procedures in 25 test categories involving multiple model vehicles.
Toyota said its investigation found 174 new cases of irregularities in safety test and other procedures in 25 test categories involving multiple model vehicles.
These are the most affordable cities to buy a home in 2024: Realtor.com
Realtor.com released the top 100 ranking metros for 2024, including affordable markets in the Northeast and Midwest such as Toledo, Ohio, and Rochester, New York, alongside several Southern California markets.
Realtor.com released the top 100 ranking metros for 2024, including affordable markets in the Northeast and Midwest such as Toledo, Ohio, and Rochester, New York, alongside several Southern California markets.
Boston Market's owner files for bankruptcy amid legal troubles
Owner Jay Pandya filed for bankruptcy recently amid financial troubles and lawsuits from debtors.
Owner Jay Pandya filed for bankruptcy recently amid financial troubles and lawsuits from debtors.
Biden forgives another $4.8 billion in federal student loan debt, but alternative relief plan hits a snag
The Biden administration has forgiven a total of $132 billion in federal student loans for more than 3.6 million Americans, and all of it has bypassed the need for congressional approval.
The Biden administration has forgiven a total of $132 billion in federal student loans for more than 3.6 million Americans, and all of it has bypassed the need for congressional approval.
Running for a bonus: Company gives larger cash rewards if workers can run 2 miles a day
The Chinese paper company swapped its year-end bonuses for monthly, exercise-based cash rewards, telling a state-owned newspaper how “a company can last long when its employees are healthy."
The Chinese paper company swapped its year-end bonuses for monthly, exercise-based cash rewards, telling a state-owned newspaper how “a company can last long when its employees are healthy."
Japanese steel company purchasing U.S. Steel in deal worth nearly $15 billion
Nippon Steel said Monday that the deal will bolster its manufacturing and technology capabilities, and also expand the company's production in the U.S. and add to its positions in Japan.
Nippon Steel said Monday that the deal will bolster its manufacturing and technology capabilities, and also expand the company's production in the U.S. and add to its positions in Japan.
Costco sold $100 million in gold bars last quarter
CFO Richard Galanti said in September that the gold bars are 'typically gone within a few hours.'
CFO Richard Galanti said in September that the gold bars are 'typically gone within a few hours.'
Mortgage rates dip below 7 percent as the housing outlook brightens for 2024: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.95% for the week ending Dec. 14, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.95% for the week ending Dec. 14, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Gas prices on downward slide, further price drops likely: AAA
A downward trend in national gas prices persists ahead of holiday travel. Tepid demand and a low cost for oil are bringing drivers relief at the pump, according to AAA.
A downward trend in national gas prices persists ahead of holiday travel. Tepid demand and a low cost for oil are bringing drivers relief at the pump, according to AAA.
Temu accuses Shein of using 'mafia-style intimidation' of suppliers to restrict its growth
A complaint filed in federal court claims Shein called suppliers it believes to be working with Temu to its offices, detaining them for hours, seizing their phones and threatening to impose penalties for doing business with its rival.
A complaint filed in federal court claims Shein called suppliers it believes to be working with Temu to its offices, detaining them for hours, seizing their phones and threatening to impose penalties for doing business with its rival.
Fed decides no interest rate bump in December, indicates cuts ahead
The Federal Reserve announced a third interest rate pause during its December meeting on Wednesday, still leaving the federal funds rate at a 22-year high of 5.25% to 5.5%.
The Federal Reserve announced a third interest rate pause during its December meeting on Wednesday, still leaving the federal funds rate at a 22-year high of 5.25% to 5.5%.
12 percent of retired Americans plan to return to the workforce in 2024: survey
Some 12% of Americans said they planned to work again in the New Year, with 61% citing rising costs as the reason, a recent Resume Builder survey said.
Some 12% of Americans said they planned to work again in the New Year, with 61% citing rising costs as the reason, a recent Resume Builder survey said.
Proposed mega-warehouse seen as liability to Burlington Twp. residents: ‘We are going to fight this’
A South Jersey community is fighting back against a new mega-warehouse, as Burlington Township residents are worried that a proposed 200,000 square foot warehouse will bring environmental, traffic and safety concerns.
A South Jersey community is fighting back against a new mega-warehouse, as Burlington Township residents are worried that a proposed 200,000 square foot warehouse will bring environmental, traffic and safety concerns.