Today’s lowest mortgage rates? Shorter terms hold the biggest savings | August 16, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for August 16, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
UPS reaches deal with union: How it compares to other historical agreements
While the UPS deal didn't result in a strike, past labor disputes between unions and companies over fair pay and better working conditions had different outcomes.
Pennsylvania theme park opening largest 'Sesame Street' store in the country
Sesame Place, the only "Sesame Street"-centered theme park on the East Coast, plans to open the largest retail store dedicated to the popular children’s show this fall.
'Flash mob' of 20+ people loots Los Angeles Nordstrom
It happened around 4 p.m., according to the Los Angeles Police Department. A group of 20–50 people ran into the store grabbing merchandise off the shelves.
Tyrese Gibson sues Home Depot for $1M, cites violation of civil rights
"Fast & Furious" star Tyrese Gibson claims he experienced consumer racial profiling at the retail giant.
Today’s lowest mortgage rates? Shorter terms in the lower 6 percent range | August 11, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for August 11, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Today’s lowest mortgage rates? Consider today's shorter terms | August 10, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for August 10, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Layoffs begin in the film industry as Hollywood strikes continue
Some businesses haven't had a customer in months, while other companies are concerned about bankruptcy if the strikes continue.
Disney plans to hike streaming prices, join Netflix in crackdown on subscription sharing
Disney CEO Bob Iger acknowledged that the price hikes are intended to steer consumers toward cheaper ad-supported versions of the streaming services, whose subscription prices are not changing.
Today’s biggest mortgage savings? 10-year terms at 6 percent | August 9, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for August 9, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Campbell Soup buys Rao's sauce maker for $2.7B
Campbell is adding to its grocery store repertoire by acquiring the parent company of Rao's pasta sauce, Sovos Brands.
Is not having a 401(k) as a benefit becoming a deal breaker for new hires?
A 401(k) is usually workers’ first experience with investing, expert says
Tyson Foods closing 4 chicken processing plants to cut costs
Tyson Foods Inc. is closing four chicken processing plants as it looks to lower costs.
Connecticut man allegedly cheated Home Depot with $300,000 door-return scam
A Connecticut man allegedly defrauded Home Depot of nearly $300,000 with a non-receipted return scheme, federal prosecutors say.
Apple posts net sales decrease for third quarter in a row
Apple's first, second quarters showed year-over-year declines in overall net sales
Today's lowest mortgage rate? 10-year terms at 6.125 percent | August 3, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for August 3, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Bud Light parent company says US market share stabilizing after transgender promotion cost sales
Anheuser-Busch InBev reported a 10.5% drop in U.S. revenue in the second quarter as Bud Light sales plunged amid a conservative backlash over a promotion with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney.
Adidas makes $437 million from first Yeezy sale with portion going to anti-hate groups
Adidas is trying to offload the unsold shoes and donate part of the proceeds to groups like the Anti-Defamation League. The sports apparel company ended its partnership with Kanye West.
Residents meet with company redeveloping former Philadelphia Energy Solutions Refinery
It has been four years since the massive fire and explosion at an oil refinery in South Philadelphia. There are still questions and concerns over what’s next for the site.
