Job scams are targeting young professionals: What to look for

Job scams targeting students are on the rise, and can include a message from a professor or an AI-generated interview. Here’s what to watch for.

Bettergoods, Walmart’s new store-label grocery brand, coming to stores

Walmart’s new low-cost brand is bringing hundreds of grocery items, including plant-based and gluten-free options, to stores at prices that start at just $2.

Kaiser Permanente says data breach may affect 13.4M customers

Kaiser Permanente said it is notifying members after a recent data breach potentially affected millions of accounts.

IRS to decide on restoring free tax site amid uncertain future of program

The government pilot program rolled out this tax season allowed some taxpayers in 12 states to submit their returns directly to the IRS for free.

Why now is the best time to visit Japan, thanks to a weak yen

Here are the best things to do when visiting Japan to make your dollar stretch further as the yen drops to historic lows not seen since 1990.

Costco has yet to bring warehouses to these 3 US states

Three U.S. states still don't have Costco locations, despite the retailer having hundreds of stores across the country. Here's why.

Menthol cigarette ban postponed by Biden officials

President Joe Biden’s administration is again delaying a sweeping plan to ban menthol cigarettes.

Just one out of 10 SUVs receives 'good' crash test rating

Only one in 10 small SUVs evaluated during an updated crash test earned a "good" rating, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). 

How 'endless shrimp' may have ended Red Lobster

Red Lobster faces potential bankruptcy after its "Ultimate Endless Shrimp" promotion, designed to boost customer traffic with its low price point, led to substantial financial losses and failed to improve the company's bottom line.

More newlyweds opting for a 'mini-moon'– here's why

The need for fun and relaxation after the wedding day is leading more newlyweds to choose shorter getaways as an alternative to traditional honeymoons.

Let's a-go? Recall for sticky acceleration pedal – in this Mario Kart racer

JAKKS Pacific recalled about 17,500 of its Mario Kart ride-on racer cars after learning the battery-operated toy could cause a crash if the acceleration pedal is clogged with debris.

Bird flu in cows: 1 in 5 pasteurized milk samples had traces of virus, FDA says

One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.

Southwest Airlines will stop flying to these airports as Boeing troubles weigh

Southwest reported a loss of $231 million, or 39 cents a share, for the quarter, becoming the latest carrier to face setbacks due to Boeing's issues.

Here's what it takes to be considered middle class in 2024 for each state

With inflation rising, some families who used to be "middle class" no longer fit in that category. Here are the cheapest and most expensive states and cities for 2024.

Kristi Yamaguchi inspires Barbie's new Olympic figure skater doll

Yamaguchi, who became the first Asian American to win an individual figure skating gold medal, at the 1992 Winter Olympics, has been immortalized as a doll for Barbie's "Inspiring Women Series," Mattel announced Wednesday.

New airline refund rules could lead to rising ticket prices, economist warns

This is welcome news for airline customer advocacy groups and passengers. But one North Texas economist believes the new federal mandate will end up costing consumers more in the end.