Southwest Airlines’ baggage fee, other policies changing this week

Southwest Airlines has made major changes to its policies in recent months, with almost all of them going into effect Wednesday. Here’s what to know.

Pepsi knocked out of America's top selling soft drinks

Many Americans already have strong opinions on the Coca-Cola vs. Pepsi debate, and now another soft drink has entered the chat.

These companies expect to raise their prices due to Trump tariffs

Some of the biggest retailers have announced increases on the price of their products to offset tariff costs. Here’s what we know.

Trump agrees to delay tariffs on EU until July 9
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President Donald Trump has announced a delay on proposed tariffs on the European Union until July 9, 2025. This decision followed a request from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Speaking to reporters in Morristown, New Jersey, President Trump says that he had agreed to the extension as a privilege and noted that rapid trade talks would commence.

Memorial Day 2025: What’s open, closed

The vast majority of retailers will be open, with many trying to lure customers with big promotional sales.

McDonald’s is closing those experimental CosMc’s restaurants

McDonald’s is closing all CosMc’s locations by June, ending its pilot of a snack-and-sip concept. But the chain says drinks like the turmeric spiced latte and frozen sour cherry energy will be tested at regular McDonald’s stores.

Here’s how much a made-in-America iPhone could cost

President Trump’s threat to impose a 25% tariff on Apple unless it manufactures iPhones in the U.S. could send prices soaring, with estimates reaching as high as $3,500 per device.

Despite immigration crackdown, employment is growing
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Despite widespread fear caused by President Trump's mass-deportation efforts, according to the Wall Street Journal, data suggests that immigrants lacking permanent legal status have largely not withdrawn from the labor force. Employment within this group has continued to grow since President Trump took office, despite concerns about an immigration crackdown. This indicates that the mass-deportation push has not yet significantly deterred many migrants from working. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is speaking with labor and diversity expert, Jason Greer.

23andMe acquired by biotech giant Regeneron after bankruptcy filing

Biotechnology leader Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is acquiring genetic testing firm 23andMe for $256 million following its bankruptcy filing. The deal excludes 23andMe’s telehealth subsidiary, Lemonaid Health.

Moody’s strips US of top credit rating: What the downgrade means for your wallet

Moody’s has downgraded the US credit rating for the first time, citing rising debt and political dysfunction. Here’s what the move means for your wallet, interest rates, and the broader economy.