On Red Cup Day, Starbucks workers vote to strike in 45 cities

Starbucks employees held walkouts at dozens of stores nationwide on Thursday to disrupt the company’s Red Cup Day.

Fewer than 1 in 5 Americans feel their job has purpose, poll finds

A new Gallup and Stand Together study finds that employees with a strong sense of purpose are more engaged, less burned out, and less likely to be job hunting.

64,000 alpaca toys recalled due to choking risk for children

The recalled toys were sold nationwide and also on Amazon and other online retail sites between 2020 and 2025.

From combat to careers: New AI partnership helps veterans find purpose

RedBalloon has acquired MilitaryHire to better support the more than 900,000 veterans, Guard, and Reserve members who transition to civilian life each year.

Starbucks 'Bearista' frenzy: Some leave empty-handed, others declare ‘the war is over’

Starbucks fans are losing it over the sold-out Bearista cup and Hello Kitty plush, camping out, calling stores nonstop, and reselling the $44 cup for over $1,000 on eBay.

Target requires workers to smile at customers in hopes of boosting sales: Report

Target is hoping a new policy, that requires workers to smile at customers who come within 10 feet of them, will help the company boost sales heading into the holidays.

Flight cuts amid shutdown could threaten supply chain, holiday deliveries

As flights continue to be canceled amid the shutdown, that could affect air cargo – which could eventually ripple into the supply chain and holiday deliveries. Here’s what to know.

IRS direct deposit relief payment in November? Here’s what we know

Rumors continue swirling online about IRS relief payments landing in bank accounts by November or year’s end — but are they true?

Credit card delinquency rates are the highest in these states in 2025, data shows

Not paying your credit card bills on time can affect your finances and residents in some states are having to manage this expense more compared to others, a new report details.

Denny’s to go private in $620 million acquisition deal

Denny’s announced that it will be acquired by a group of investors in a $620 million deal that will take the iconic diner chain private.

Traveling soon? Here’s what to do if flight is delayed or canceled

Travel snags are more likely to ramp up ahead of the holiday season as the shutdown drags out. Here’s what to know if you face a delay or cancellation.