Mortgage rates surge higher, further hurting demand
Mortgage rates rose sharply this week in their biggest jump since April, bringing the average rate for a 30-year fixed note to 6.32% as demand fell for a second straight week.
Fisher-Price recalls 2 million Snuga Swings after infant deaths
More than 2 million Fisher-Price Snuga infant swings have been recalled in the U.S. after five reported infant deaths.
9.9 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat, poultry recalled over listeria concerns
A recall of almost 10 million pounds of BrucePac ready-to-eat meat and poultry products is underway over the possibility of Listeria contamination.
States with the highest student loan payments: Study
New Hampshire topped the list with an average student loan payment of $229 and both Arkansas and Mississippi ranked the lowest with $142.
Inflation reaches lowest point in 3 years; here's what prices came down most
The improved inflation stats show that it’s steadily moving back to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, with the agency likely to keep cutting its standard interest rate in 2024.
The most complained-about cars in the US — see if your model made the list
A new study reveals which car makes and models have received the most complaints in the U.S. since 2015. Could your vehicle be one of them? Find out here.
Apple Intelligence release: When it's coming and what it is
With the Apple Intelligence release date revealed, here’s what you need to know about the new feature coming to your Apple devices.
Study: Nearly half of Americans are still paying off debt from last holiday season
The holiday shopping season has kicked off, but it can also bring along financial challenges.
Hurricane Milton has Florida homeowners and the insurance market bracing for impact
Florida is already in a home insurance crisis, and the threat of another hurricane could not come at a worse time for weary homeowners.
NJ-based American Water, the largest water utility in US, targeted by cyberattack
The largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S. says it was the victim of a cyberattack, prompting the firm to pause billing to customers.
U-Haul offering free self-storage to Floridians preparing for Hurricane Milton
Residents across Florida’s western coast are bracing for the impacts of Hurricane Milton, which has intensified to a Category 5 storm as it brews in the Gulf of Mexico.
30% of Americans scammed in last 12 months, losing over $2,600 in their lifetime, study finds
A new report reveals that 30% of Americans have been scammed in the past year, losing an average of $2,647 in their lifetime. Concerns over AI in scams are rising.
FDA says dipping sauce recalled due to 'potential mold growth contamination'
Customers are encouraged to 'destroy the product immediately.'
Some Pyrex buyers could be eligible for a refund from the FTC
Thousands of people who purchased Pyrex measuring cups may be eligible for refunds from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Egg recall linked to salmonella upgraded to highest possible risk by FDA
Eggs recalled over salmonella concerns have been upgraded to the highest possible risk by the FDA.
Consumers in US could face cold-cut crisis as virus ravages pig farms in Italy
Twelve countries have banned the import of Italian pork delicacies, like prosciutto, because of swine fever in Italy.
Map: States where mortgage rates increased the most this year
Mortgage rates increased in all but six states in the first half of 2024.
Seasonal jobs: Here’s who’s hiring for the holidays in 2024
While seasonal hiring is expected to be lighter this year because of a softer job market and tightened consumer spending, here’s a look at who is hiring.
No, the port strike did not cause a toilet paper shortage
Toilet paper makers say there's no shortage of the goods after seeing reports on social media of consumers buying up the items in stores.
Port strike suspended until Jan. 15 – here's what's ahead
A port strike involving some 45,000 dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports has been suspended until Jan. 15. Here's what's next.