Nearly everyone, from the Federal Reserve to big-bank chiefs, thought a recession was likely to hit last year. Instead, 2023 delivered better-than-expected economic growth and falling inflation — welcome news…
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Ford recalling about 2 million Explorers over fears of pieces flying off while driving
DETROIT — Ford is recalling nearly 1.9 million Explorer SUVs in the U.S. because a trim piece can fly off and create a hazard for other drivers. The recall covers…
Listings for Stanley tumblers are still attracting dozens of bids on eBay for hundreds of dollars
The craze for Stanley-branded beverage tumblers continues. In the wake of the arrest of a California woman accused of stealing about $2,500 worth of the products, a search by NBC…
We found many loose bolts on our Max 9 planes following near-disaster, Alaska Airlines CEO says
The CEO of Alaska Airlines said new, in-house inspections of the carrier’s Boeing 737 Max 9 planes in the wake of a near-disaster earlier this month revealed that “many” of…
The FAFSA form error that would have limited students’ financial aid is getting fixed
The U.S. Department of Education plans to fix an error in how financial aid will be calculated for students starting their post-secondary education next year. However, financial aid experts say…
More Ivy League universities settle suit alleging financial aid ‘scheme’ led to admitting wealthier students
Three Ivy League universities, along with several other top-tier U.S. schools, have agreed to settle a case brought by a group alleging the institutions conspired to collectively consider how much…
EBay said Tuesday that it plans to lay off 9% of the company’s workforce, equal to about 1,000 full-time jobs, as the tech industry continues to downsize to start 2024. The…
TurboTax maker barred from advertising ‘free’ services without disclosing who’s eligible
U.S. regulators have barred TurboTax maker Intuit Inc. from advertising its services as ‘free’ unless they are free for all customers, or if eligibility is clearly disclosed. In an opinion and final…
Alaska Airlines CEO: We found ‘many’ loose bolts on our Max 9 planes following near-disaster
The CEO of Alaska Airlines said new, in-house inspections of the carrier’s Boeing 737 Max 9 planes in the wake of a near-disaster earlier this month revealed that “many” of…
Netflix to stream WWE’s ‘Raw’ starting next year in its biggest jump into live entertainment
Netflix and TKO Group Holdings said Tuesday that the streaming platform will air the WWE’s flagship program ‘Raw’ starting next year, in Netflix’s first major foray into live sports. The 10-year deal is…