4-day workweek boosts employee happiness while preserving productivity, major trial finds

The six-month trial, billed as the world’s largest of its kind, included 61 U.K. companies that committed to a 20% reduction in working hours for all staff — with no drop in wages.

Home Depot says it will raise pay for workers in US and Canada

The home improvement chain said every hourly employee will get a raise starting this month. The move follows pay raises by other big retailers like Walmart and Target.

Supreme Court weighs protecting big tech with liability shield for dangerous content

A lawsuit against YouTube from the family of an American college student who was killed by Islamic State gunmen in Paris in 2015 is at the center of a closely watched Supreme Court case being argued Tuesday.

United Airlines changes family seating policy

United Airlines is making it easier for families who are looking to sit next to their younger children. 

Disney workers rebel against return to office mandate

Over 2,000 Disney employees have signed a petition addressed to CEO Bob Iger pushing him to walk back plans for a return to in-person work.

Barstool Sports fully acquired by Penn Entertainment

Penn Entertainment Inc. paid about $388 million for the remaining stake in Barstool, which was first founded in 2003 by Dave Portnoy as a free sports and gambling newspaper.

Mortgage rates increase following January inflation data: Freddie Mac

The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to 6.32% over the past week, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey. Here's how to keep your rate low.

Understanding how to pay for college

Paying for college doesn't have to be complicated. Here's what you need to know about when and how to cover your tuition costs.

Nearly 500K Nissan vehicles recalled over air bag concern

The company hasn’t developed a repair yet. Customers will get an interim letter in early April, followed by a letter telling them when to go to a dealer for service.

Subway says it's considering selling

It was reported in January that Subway was exploring a sale.

What is peer-to-peer lending: What to know

Peer-to-peer lending (P2P) involves borrowing funds from an individual investor rather than a traditional lender. Here’s what to know.

Retirees lost 10 percent of their savings in 2022, survey says

Inflation and market volatility has had a significant impact on retirees' savings, research shows. Here’s what you need to know.