Gold and silver boom predicted as US hits debt ceiling, dollar devalues

Precious metals expert predicts gold and silver will rise in 2023 as government spending results in increased inflation and U.S. hits debt ceiling.

Justice Department investigating Abbott baby formula plant

Abbott's Michigan plant's closure in February 2022 was a key cause of a nationwide baby formula shortage that forced parents to seek formula from food banks, friends and doctor’s offices.

Elon Musk takes witness stand to defend Tesla buyout tweets

Elon Musk was summoned to court Friday to defend a 2018 tweet claiming he had lined up the financing to take Tesla private in a deal that never came close to happening.

Most Americans don't know their life expectancy; that's a problem in retirement planning

A critical part of saving for retirement is figuring out how long the money needs to last. But most Americans do not know their life expectancy – and that worries researchers.

Mortgage rates drop to the lowest level since September: Freddie Mac

The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 6.15% for the week ending Jan. 19, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

Google cutting 12,000 jobs as tech industry layoffs widen

Google has become the latest tech company to trim staff after rapid expansions during the COVID-19 pandemic have worn off.

Legacy Daytona to transform vacant Macy's at Volusia Mall into 'multifamily community'

Developers in Daytona Beach are planning a 350-unit apartment complex set to rise right near the Volusia Mall.  The ten-acre Legacy Daytona will be a "multifamily community," they said. 

Amazon shutting down AmazonSmile charity program amid wider cost-cutting moves

The program will end on February 20, and it allowed Amazon to donate a small percentage of eligible purchases to a charity selected by customers.

Twitter auctions off blue bird memorabilia, pricey furniture

After slashing the company’s workforce, falling behind on rent and contract obligations, Twitter under the mercurial billionaire of Elon Musk is now auctioning off memorabilia.

Your little do-it-yourselfer can have a birthday party at Lowe's

Lowe’s is now booking in-store birthday party packages for kids ages 5 and up at select locations across the U.S., complete with DIY projects and pizza.

Secure 2.0 Act: Required minimum distribution age increases for IRAs

The required minimum distribution age (RMD) has increased from 72 to 73, meaning Americans can leave their investments in longer before needing to make withdrawals. Here’s what you need to know.

Hip hop artist Flo Rida awarded $82.6M in lawsuit against Celsius energy drinks

Flo Rida, whose real name is Tramar Dillard, sued Celsius Holdings Inc. after claiming the company breached a contract with him and then tried to hide money.

Elon Musk depicted as liar and visionary during Tesla tweet trial

The descriptions of Elon Musk emerged Wednesday in a trial focused on a Tesla buyout that didn’t occur. The case focused on two tweets indicating that Musk lined up the financing to take Tesla private at a time when the automaker’s stock was slumping.

Gas prices rise in tandem with oil even as demand drops: AAA

The national average cost for a gallon of gas rose to $3.32, four cents more than last week and 17 cents more than a month ago.