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.
Is tipping getting out of control? Many consumers say yes
Some fed-up consumers are posting rants on social media complaining about tip requests at drive-thrus, while others say they’re tired of being asked to leave a gratuity for a muffin or a simple cup of coffee at their neighborhood bakery.
Some fed-up consumers are posting rants on social media complaining about tip requests at drive-thrus, while others say they’re tired of being asked to leave a gratuity for a muffin or a simple cup of coffee at their neighborhood bakery.
Best place to retire? This state just beat Florida, according to a new study
WalletHub compared the 50 states across 47 key indicators of retirement-friendliness including affordability, health-related factors and overall quality of life.
WalletHub compared the 50 states across 47 key indicators of retirement-friendliness including affordability, health-related factors and overall quality of life.
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.
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.
Tax filing season starts Monday: What you need to know
The IRS says taxpayers should expect a smoother filing season this year.
The IRS says taxpayers should expect a smoother filing season this year.
First-time homebuyer? See the typical weather you can expect in the top 10 best markets
Several qualities make a town attractive, including affordability, livability and where it might be easier for young buyers to break into the housing market. But have you ever considered what the typical weather looks like?
Several qualities make a town attractive, including affordability, livability and where it might be easier for young buyers to break into the housing market. But have you ever considered what the typical weather looks like?
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.
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.
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: 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.
Would you live here? Historic bank with original vault for sale in Rhode Island
The building boasts over 13,000 square feet and still has the original 1901 bank vault.
The building boasts over 13,000 square feet and still has the original 1901 bank vault.
Amazon shutting down AmazonSmile charity program amid wider cost-cutting moves
The program will end on February 20, and it allowed Amazon to donate a small percentage of eligible purchases to a charity selected by customers.
The program will end on February 20, and it allowed Amazon to donate a small percentage of eligible purchases to a charity selected by customers.