The voice of Mario, Charles Martinet, steps down after nearly 3 decades
Nintendo of America confirmed Monday that Martinet will now serve in the role of “Mario Ambassador,” traveling around the world to promote the beloved plumber, signing autographs and performing Nintendo character voices.
Nintendo of America confirmed Monday that Martinet will now serve in the role of “Mario Ambassador,” traveling around the world to promote the beloved plumber, signing autographs and performing Nintendo character voices.
Nissan recalling 236k Sentras over possible steering control problem
Nissan is recalling 236,000 Sentra sedans due to a tie rod in the car’s suspension that could bend or break, causing the driver to lose steering control.
Nissan is recalling 236,000 Sentra sedans due to a tie rod in the car’s suspension that could bend or break, causing the driver to lose steering control.
Americans burning through excess savings from the pandemic, SF Fed study says
Americans are burning through the excess savings they accumulated during the COVID-19 pandemic thanks to a big burst of stimulus money from the federal government and limited spending.
Americans are burning through the excess savings they accumulated during the COVID-19 pandemic thanks to a big burst of stimulus money from the federal government and limited spending.
Hefty relaunches nostalgic Zoo Pals plates after 'countless' requests from fans
Hefty said it is bringing back the product after “countless messages, phone calls, social media posts and petitions.”
Hefty said it is bringing back the product after “countless messages, phone calls, social media posts and petitions.”
Costco recalls portable chargers after reported fire on commercial flight
Costco is recalling 350,000 portable phone chargers after several reports surfaced of it catching fire, including on a commercial flight.
Costco is recalling 350,000 portable phone chargers after several reports surfaced of it catching fire, including on a commercial flight.
1.5M dehumidifiers recalled due to overheating, fires, and burn risks
More than 1.5 million dehumidifiers sold at major retailers nationwide have been recalled after hundreds of reports that the machines overheated, and in some cases caught fire and caused property damage.
More than 1.5 million dehumidifiers sold at major retailers nationwide have been recalled after hundreds of reports that the machines overheated, and in some cases caught fire and caused property damage.
Mortgage rates reach highest level in over 20 years
Rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage now average 7.09%, the highest since 2002, putting further pressure on the cooling housing market amid high prices.
Rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage now average 7.09%, the highest since 2002, putting further pressure on the cooling housing market amid high prices.
Toddler Towers recalled due to ‘fall and injury hazards to young children'
Simplay3 has received 16 reports of the Toddler Towers tipping over while in use, including 10 reports of injuries.
Simplay3 has received 16 reports of the Toddler Towers tipping over while in use, including 10 reports of injuries.
Walmart's hot sellers amid inflation? Hand mixers, kitchen tools as people prepare meals at home
Walmart is reporting strong second-quarter sales results as the retailer’s low-price model continues to attract budget-conscious consumers in a tough economic environment.
Walmart is reporting strong second-quarter sales results as the retailer’s low-price model continues to attract budget-conscious consumers in a tough economic environment.
Real estate brokerage giant predicts 'tough' market for remainder of 2023
Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said the real estate market is at a 'standstill.'
Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said the real estate market is at a 'standstill.'
Homebuilder sentiment plummets as mortgage rates surge again
Builder confidence unexpectedly dropped for first time this year.
Builder confidence unexpectedly dropped for first time this year.
Over 800,000 borrowers receiving billions of dollars in student loan debt forgiveness
The Biden administration announced in July that it would provide $39 billion in loan forgiveness for borrowers.
The Biden administration announced in July that it would provide $39 billion in loan forgiveness for borrowers.
Walmart, Exxon Mobil team up for gasoline deal
The gas discount deal is effective now through Sept. 15, and gives Walmart+ members a 20-cent discount for each gallon of gas.
The gas discount deal is effective now through Sept. 15, and gives Walmart+ members a 20-cent discount for each gallon of gas.
Luxury watch market demand boosted by younger generation of buyers
Luxury watch sales are a $75B market.
Luxury watch sales are a $75B market.
Shopper shocked by nearly $2,800 grocery bill: ‘Panic mode’
An Ohio woman was shocked when what was meant to be a routine order for a few hundred dollars of groceries from Kroger turned into a nearly $2,800 bill.
An Ohio woman was shocked when what was meant to be a routine order for a few hundred dollars of groceries from Kroger turned into a nearly $2,800 bill.
Nestlé recalls cookie dough for possibly containing wood fragments
So far, no injuries or illnesses have been reported as a result of the contamination.
So far, no injuries or illnesses have been reported as a result of the contamination.
Instacart now accepting SNAP benefits online in all 50 states
More than 42 million people – over 12% of the population – receive SNAP benefits.
More than 42 million people – over 12% of the population – receive SNAP benefits.
About 2.2. million candles sold by Target are recalled
Lit candles under the recall have cracked or broken at least 19 times, the CPSC said.
Lit candles under the recall have cracked or broken at least 19 times, the CPSC said.
Last New Jersey Kmart closing, leaving only 2 open in the U.S.
Attention Kmart shoppers! One of the discount chain's last remaining locations is getting ready to close its doors. Shoppers in Bergen County, New Jersey are ready to snatch up one last blue light special.
Attention Kmart shoppers! One of the discount chain's last remaining locations is getting ready to close its doors. Shoppers in Bergen County, New Jersey are ready to snatch up one last blue light special.
Ice cream recalled in nearly 20 states for Listeria contamination
A possible Listeria contamination has prompted a recall of Real Kosher Ice Cream's Soft Serve On The Go cups. Two people have experienced an illness that led to hospitalization.
A possible Listeria contamination has prompted a recall of Real Kosher Ice Cream's Soft Serve On The Go cups. Two people have experienced an illness that led to hospitalization.