FDA pushes back deadline again to ban formaldehyde in hair products

Chemical hair straighteners or "relaxers" are applied to hair to make it less frizzy or straighter. But most of these products release formaldehyde gas into the air when heated.

'Kidulting': How adults are becoming the top toy buyers

Kids, move aside. It’s the adults' turn to play. Data from Circana shows that adults 18 and up have surpassed kids, ages 3-5, to become the biggest customer demographic for the toy industry.

IRS issues warning to taxpayers

The Internal Revenue Service is issuing a warning to taxpayers about a new scam on their radar that could cost you time and money.

Biden proposes capping national rent increases at 5%

Biden’s proposal to help cap rent hikes at 5% would only apply to certain landlords. Here’s what to know.

Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals list: Guide to top savings, insider tips and more

Amazon Prime users can expect deals on electronics, back-to-school gear, outdoor items, wellness products and more as Prime Day starts this week. Here's what you need to know.

Amazon Prime Day kicks off soon: Get the scoop on deals and savings

Amazon Prime Day 2024 kicks off this week, offering exclusive deals on electronics, back-to-school gear, outdoor items, wellness products, and more.

AT&T hack: ‘Nearly all' customers' call, text records exposed in data breach

An AT&T data hack exposed “nearly all" of customers' call and text message records during a period in 2022, according to the company. Here’s what to know.

New York to roll out small shampoo bottle ban at hotels

Beginning on Jan. 1, 2025, hotels with more than 50 rooms will not be able to provide toiletry bottles under 12 ounces.

Costco recalls 'mismarked' salad possibly sold in Orlando area

Costco has issued a recall notice for a mismarked salad product that may have been sold at a warehouse in the Orlando area.

Inflation unexpectedly fell to 3% in June

The consumer price index (CPI), a broad measure of how much everyday goods like gasoline, groceries and rent cost, dropped 0.1% in June from the previous month. It marked the first monthly decline since May 2020.

Costco raising membership fees for 1st time since 2017

Costco is raising its membership fees for the first time in seven years. Here’s when the new fees will take effect.

Are consumers skipping car dealers and buying private?

With high prices and low supply, consumers are weighing private car purchases versus dealerships, with industry experts noting private buying's potential cost savings but increased effort and risks driving many back to dealerships for trust and convenience.

Frozen chicken products recalled over listeria concerns

Frozen, ready-to-eat chicken products have been recalled due to the possibility of listeria contamination. Here’s what to know.