Get ready to say goodbye to the once ubiquitous incandescent light bulb, pioneered by Thomas Edison more than a century ago. You can thank — or blame — new federal…
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Hyundai, Kia recall 91,000 US vehicles over fire risks, owners urged to park outside
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Hyundai Motor and Kia said on Thursday they are recalling more than 91,000 newer vehicles in the United States because of fire risks and urged owners to park outside and away from…
Bed Bath & Beyond’s website relaunched Tuesday under its new owner, Overstock.com, breathing new life to the iconic home goods retailer declared bankrupt earlier this year. The goal, said Overstock…
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What Fitch’s downgrade of the U.S. government means for taxpayers and consumers
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The U.S. had its credit rating downgraded by ratings agency Fitch on Tuesday. What does that mean for the average taxpayer and consumer? In the immediate term, not much will…
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DeSantis-controlled Disney World district gets rid of all diversity programs and their staffers
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ORLANDO, Fla. — Diversity, equity and inclusion programs were abolished Tuesday from Walt Disney World’s governing district, now controlled by appointees of Gov. Ron DeSantis, in an echo of the…
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Antiwork trends like ‘lazy girl jobs’ show how young people are rallying against burnout culture
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“Lazy girl jobs” — a viral term that refers to well-paying, flexible jobs that allow for leisure time — are anything but lazy. Just ask the employees who occupy these…
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Fitch downgrades U.S. credit rating from top score after debt ceiling crisis
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Fitch downgraded its credit rating for the U.S. government, from AAA to AA+, two months after the debt-ceiling crisis was resolved. “In Fitch’s view, there has been a steady deterioration…
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Customers want instant gratification. Workers say it’s pushing them to the brink.
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Six straight days of 12-hour driving. Single-digit paychecks. The complaints come from workers in vastly different industries: UPS delivery drivers and Hollywood actors and writers. But they point to an underlying factor driving a…
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Heineken CEO on Bud Light campaign fallout: ‘You need to stand for your values’
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Heineken’s chief executive says the company has learned lessons from the social media controversy around a campaign for rival beer Bud Light — but still believes businesses should stand up…
Bed Bath & Beyond’s website relaunched Tuesday under its new owner, Overstock.com, breathing new life to the iconic home goods retailer declared bankrupt earlier this year. The goal, said Overstock…