Gas prices top $5 in Philadelphia as President Trump calls for federal tax pause

Gas prices are rising sharply across the country, prompting President Trump to propose a pause on the federal gas tax to provide relief, but congressional approval is needed.

These cities rank as the best places to start a career in 2026, according to data

For young professionals searching for a job in a crowded market, finding an opportunity may come down to the zip code you're in, which might improve your odds of securing a job based on a recent report.

Trump says he aims to suspend gas tax amid high fuel prices

President Donald Trump said on Monday morning that he aims to suspend the federal gas tax for a period of time to help address high fuel prices.

DOJ confirms antitrust probe of major meatpackers over beef price inflation

The Justice Department confirmed its active investigation of potential antitrust violations in U.S. cattle and beef markets, reviewing more than 3 million documents and interviewing industry participants as federal officials scrutinize whether highly concentrated meatpacking power has contributed to high beef prices.

US restaurant sales fall as Iran war drives up gas prices

With pain at the gas pump reaching new highs due to U.S.-Iran tensions, many consumers are pulling back on dining out. Major restaurant brands report falling revenue as households pivot to cost-saving measures to offset rising daily expenses.

Trump signs DHS funding bill, ending a record shutdown

The House approved a bill on Thursday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security to end the longest agency shutdown in history.

Federal government made $186B in improper payments last fiscal year

A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report reveals that improper federal spending surged to $186 billion in 2025. The GAO found that the bulk of these payments happened within the nation’s largest programs.

Gas prices surge across Pa., N.J., Del. as oil market tightens

The average price per gallon of unleaded fuel has reached $4.22 in New Jersey, $4.32 in Pennsylvania and $4.15 in Delaware, marking the highest levels in roughly four years.

BP profit doubles as US gas prices hit highest levels since Iran war began

Petroleum giant BP has earned more than double its profit since the conflict with Iran began two months ago, far exceeding last year’s total. 

Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’

A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.

Most Americans blame Trump for rising gas prices, poll finds

A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising gasoline prices following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.

College grads enter tough hiring market: Some tips to help with the job hunt

As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.

Almost half of Americans say economy is in bad shape and getting worse, survey shows

Americans confidence in the economy has plunged based on findings in a new poll, with the widespread pessimism driven in part by soaring gas prices and the U.S.-Iran conflict.