Economist warns coming financial crisis will make 2008 look like 'Sunday school picnic'
As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.
As gold prices keep rising, American economist Peter Schiff says investors should view the rally as more than a hedge — calling it a warning that inflation is speeding up, the U.S. dollar is losing global trust and a major economic reckoning may be near.
Cheerios, Skittles, Pringles among thousands of products recalled due to presence of rodent waste
Check your cupboards: Thousands of food items and other products have been recalled due to the presence of rodent and bird contamination. Here’s what we know.
Check your cupboards: Thousands of food items and other products have been recalled due to the presence of rodent and bird contamination. Here’s what we know.
Fidget magnet toys sold on Amazon recalled over serious injury risk, CPSC says
This latest recall involves Based Online Fidget Magnet Ball Toys sold on Amazon in 2025.
This latest recall involves Based Online Fidget Magnet Ball Toys sold on Amazon in 2025.
Tesla ends production of Model S and Model X vehicles, will focus on robots in 2026
Tesla is pivoting from electric vehicles to autonomous technology as Elon Musk announces the discontinuation of Model S and Model X to focus on mass-producing Optimus robots.
Tesla is pivoting from electric vehicles to autonomous technology as Elon Musk announces the discontinuation of Model S and Model X to focus on mass-producing Optimus robots.
Fed Reserve’s rate cuts pause comes amid uncertainty
We learned today that the Federal Reserve has made its first interest rate decision for 2026, after three cuts last year. The short-term interest rate is unchanged at about 3.6% for the time being. This largely signals that the rate-setting committee remains split between those opposed to further cuts until inflation drops below the 2% target, and those who want to lower rates to further support hiring. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac has the latest on what this means for consumers with Fox Business Network National Correspondent, Darren Botelho, and Greg Robb, a senior reporter for MarketWatch in Washington.
We learned today that the Federal Reserve has made its first interest rate decision for 2026, after three cuts last year. The short-term interest rate is unchanged at about 3.6% for the time being. This largely signals that the rate-setting committee remains split between those opposed to further cuts until inflation drops below the 2% target, and those who want to lower rates to further support hiring. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac has the latest on what this means for consumers with Fox Business Network National Correspondent, Darren Botelho, and Greg Robb, a senior reporter for MarketWatch in Washington.
WA-based Costco's famous rotisserie chicken hit with class-action lawsuit
Costco is facing a class-action lawsuit accusing the warehouse retailer of falsely advertising that its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken contains no preservatives, according to court documents.
Costco is facing a class-action lawsuit accusing the warehouse retailer of falsely advertising that its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken contains no preservatives, according to court documents.
Yale to offer free tuition to families making less than $200K a year
Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.
Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.
Organic chia seeds sold at Whole Foods Market and Amazon recalled due to possible salmonella contamination
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says Navitas Organics is voluntarily recalling select lots of its 8oz Organic Chia Seeds due to possible salmonella contamination.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says Navitas Organics is voluntarily recalling select lots of its 8oz Organic Chia Seeds due to possible salmonella contamination.
Gerber recall: Arrowroot Biscuits pulled over potential plastic, paper pieces
Gerber announced a nationwide recall for the product due to the possible presence of soft plastic or paper material.
Gerber announced a nationwide recall for the product due to the possible presence of soft plastic or paper material.
IKM cookware recalled due to possible significant levels of lead
A cookware manufacturer is recalling several products because the items may be contaminated with significant levels of lead which may leach into food.
A cookware manufacturer is recalling several products because the items may be contaminated with significant levels of lead which may leach into food.
Volkswagen recalls more than 40K SUVs over battery fire risk
Volkswagen’s new recall affects ID.4 electric SUV model vehicles manufactured between 2023 and 2025.
Volkswagen’s new recall affects ID.4 electric SUV model vehicles manufactured between 2023 and 2025.
Social Security February payment schedule: Here's when recipients get their checks
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Most buyer-friendly housing markets in 2026, according to Zillow
Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.
Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.
Teething toys sold on Amazon recalled over serious injury, choking risk, CPSC says
Consumer Product Safety Commission officials said they received multiple reports of choking incidents for the Yetonamr Pull String Teething Toys, which were sold on Amazon in 2025.
Consumer Product Safety Commission officials said they received multiple reports of choking incidents for the Yetonamr Pull String Teething Toys, which were sold on Amazon in 2025.
Keurig McCafé coffee pods recalled due to possibly containing caffeine, FDA says
The new Keurig recall covers McCafé Premium Roast Decaf Coffee K-Cup pods that may contain caffeine instead of decaf.
The new Keurig recall covers McCafé Premium Roast Decaf Coffee K-Cup pods that may contain caffeine instead of decaf.
2026 tax filing season now open: How to get your refund ASAP
The IRS advised setting up direct deposit and filing taxes online would ensure the fastest tax returns.
The IRS advised setting up direct deposit and filing taxes online would ensure the fastest tax returns.
Torch lighters sold on Amazon recalled for fire, burn hazards
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled about 7,500 torch Lighters sold on Amazon after determining the products lack required child-resistant mechanisms.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled about 7,500 torch Lighters sold on Amazon after determining the products lack required child-resistant mechanisms.
FDA issues advisory after tests of Raaw Energy dog reveal bacteria contamination, company refuses to recall
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an advisory after testing samples of Raaw Energy dog food showed the presence of harmful bacteria.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an advisory after testing samples of Raaw Energy dog food showed the presence of harmful bacteria.
Hyundai recalls over 80,000 vehicles due to software issue, NHTSA says
Hyundai issued a new recall for certain Genesis models that were manufactured between 2025 and 2026.
Hyundai issued a new recall for certain Genesis models that were manufactured between 2025 and 2026.
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required. Here's a look at the growing homebuying trend.
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required. Here's a look at the growing homebuying trend.