A supermarket in Washington, DC is removing all national brands from its beauty and health aisles to combat shoplifting and maintain profitability, leaving only generic store brands for customers to purchase.
An advisory committee to the US Food and Drug Administration has concluded that the popular ingredient phenylephrine, found in oral cold and allergy medications, is ineffective in pill form, but there are still alternative remedies available such as nasal sprays and home remedies recommended by doctors.
American Foods Group is recalling approximately 58,281 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O103, leading to diarrhea and vomiting.
The U.S. Treasury Department has proposed a new rule that would require cryptocurrency brokers to report user information on sales and exchanges of digital assets to the IRS, in an effort to crack down on tax evasion and help taxpayers determine if they owe taxes.
Amazon is increasing the minimum purchase for free shipping to $35 for non-Prime members in some markets, as the company aims to cut costs and potentially drive more sign-ups for its Prime membership program.
Mercedes-Benz unveiled an electric vehicle with a longer range than any Tesla model on the market, as the company intensifies its efforts to challenge Elon Musk and expand its presence in the luxury electric car market.
The Federal Reserve has surpassed $100 billion in losses, and experts predict that the losses could potentially double before they start to decrease, as the central bank continues to pay out more in interest costs than it earns from bonds and financial sector services.
California labor unions have achieved a series of significant victories in the state Legislature, including raising fast food wages to $20 an hour, increasing paid sick days to five, and passing bills to protect workers in healthcare, household staff, and the entertainment industry.
U.S. stock and bond markets will be closed on Monday for Labor Day, and investors can look forward to a busy week of corporate earnings reports and analyst meetings.
Goldman Sachs strategists predict that the Federal Reserve is unlikely to raise interest rates at its upcoming meeting, but expect the central bank to increase its economic growth projections and make slight adjustments to its interest rate projections.
The San Francisco Centre Nordstrom store has permanently closed due to a spike in crime and changing dynamics in the city.
California is testing digital driver's licenses through a pilot program that allows residents to download the CA DMV Wallet app on their smartphone and scan their physical driver's license, but the mobile licenses are not yet widely accepted.
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its upcoming meeting, but market participants will be closely watching for any hints regarding future rate cuts.
Italian pizza authority, 50 Top Pizzas, released its annual list of the best pizzerias in the world, with five New York City pizzerias making the top 100 picks but none from Staten Island.
The price of rough diamonds used for cheaper engagement rings in the US is plummeting due to rising demand for lab-grown stones, posing a potential long-term challenge to the natural diamond industry.
Experts predict that home equity loan interest rates will come down over the next year, although some anticipate double-digit rates by the end of 2024.
California has filed a lawsuit against major oil and gas companies, accusing them of deceiving the public about the risks of fossil fuels and seeking funds for recovery efforts after climate-related disasters.
Dollar Tree blames a drop in profit margin on theft, changing consumer demands, and higher prices for fuel and electricity.
Thrive Pet Health Care is closing Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Services in Brighton, Rochester, due to a lack of emergency veterinarians, further limiting access to veterinary care for pet owners in the area.
Housing affordability is expected to worsen as home prices are projected to rise by 6.5% due to limited inventory and strong demand, leading to a decline in sales volume and a 17% decrease in home sales in 2023.
Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc announces the departure of CEO Rosalind Brewer after less than three years, citing mutual agreement, as the company faces challenges and investments in the healthcare sector; stock market outlook may be overly pessimistic as the company reshapes itself into a vertically integrated healthcare player.
Stellantis offers a 19.5% wage increase to the United Auto Workers but faces criticism for not making commitments on future products and investments, with the UAW declaring a strike while demanding job security and fair wages.
The Powerball winning numbers for the Saturday, September 16 drawing were 8, 11, 19, 24, and 46, with a Powerball of 5 and a Power Play multiplier of 2, with the jackpot reaching an estimated $596 million.
These Star Wars chopsticks are not only durable and functional but also entertaining, making them a perfect gift for Star Wars fans of all ages.
Gas prices in Southern California have increased at the fastest rate of the year, reaching an average of $5.62 per gallon in the Los Angeles-Long Beach metro area, due to regional and global factors including refinery outages and flooding in Libya.
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged Impact Theory, a media and entertainment company, with conducting unregistered securities sales through the sale of nonfungible tokens (NFTs), resulting in a cease-and-desist order and a payment of over $6.1 million in disgorgement, prejudgment interest, and a civil penalty.
Major US retailers have started locking up everyday products due to a rise in theft, including violent incidents, as the country faces increased cost of living and retail crime.
Instacart has raised its target valuation to $10 billion, with plans to offer 22 million shares priced between $28 and $30 each on Nasdaq, while also securing a $175 million investment from PepsiCo.
McDonald's will be offering their double cheeseburger for just 50 cents in celebration of National Cheeseburger Day on September 18th, with the offer limited to one per customer and orders must be made through the McDonald's app.
BMW has unveiled its new concept car, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse, which showcases the automaker's next generation of vehicles, featuring an 800-volt platform, improved charging speed and efficiency, and a range of up to 621 miles (1,000 kilometers), signaling a significant development for the company as it aims to compete with newcomers like Tesla.
A popular Target toy, Chuckle & Roar's Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits, has been recalled due to the risk of choking after a baby died and another infant was injured from swallowing the water beads.
Rite Aid is preparing to file for bankruptcy in order to address lawsuits related to its alleged role in the sale of opioids.
VinFast, the Vietnamese electric vehicle maker, has become the third most valuable automaker with a market capitalization of around $188.84 billion, trailing behind Tesla and Toyota.
YouTube Shorts, the platform's short-form video feature, is causing internal concerns about cannibalizing the core long-form video business due to a lack of consumer appetite and preference for short-form content, impacting ad revenue and click-through rates for advertisers.
Google co-founder Sergey Brin has been granted a divorce from Nicole Shanahan amid allegations of her affair with Elon Musk, with both parties denying the claims.
Bernard Looney has resigned as CEO of BP after undisclosed relationships with colleagues came to light, with his ex-wife claiming that he only married her to advance in his career at the company.
Chinese luxury liquor maker Kweichow Moutai and coffee brand Luckin Coffee have launched a baijiu-infused latte in China in an effort to attract younger consumers, with the drink quickly becoming a popular topic on social media platform Weibo.
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis's NFT-funded animated series Stoner Cats has been fined $1 million by the SEC for misleading investors through unregistered crypto asset securities and emphasizing the involvement of well-known actors to attract investors and raise the resale value of the NFTs.
Chinese police have detained some staff at China Evergrande Group's wealth management unit, potentially adding to the property giant's financial troubles.
China's BYD Co Ltd reported a 204.7% increase in first-half profit, driven by record-breaking deliveries and its position as China's top-selling auto brand.
Chinese electric car companies Nio, Xpeng, and Li Auto have delivered enough vehicles in August to meet their third quarter targets, with Li Auto taking the lead by delivering 34,914 cars, followed by Nio with 19,329 vehicles and Xpeng with 13,690 electric car deliveries.
Walter Isaacson's biography of Elon Musk seems to be successful in terms of both control and chaos, as it reached No. 1 on Amazon and sparked a flurry of media coverage before its release.
Social Security's 2024 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is projected to be around 3.2%, potentially providing an extra $59 per month to the average retired worker, but rising inflation and increasing Medicare Part B premiums may offset these gains for many beneficiaries.
Chinese property giant Country Garden has reportedly won approval from local creditors to delay repayments on a maturing bond, providing a temporary reprieve for the company and easing concerns of a wider debt crisis in the country's real estate industry.
Walter Isaacson's biography on Elon Musk reveals new details about the billionaire's life, including his emotional volatility, hardcore work ethic, difficult relationships, and evolving political stance.
Larry Flynt's Hustler Club in Las Vegas is offering free lap dances and other complimentary services to customers affected by a cyberattack on MGM Resorts.
Qantas has ordered Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 aircraft to replace its fleet of A330 and A380 jets, resulting in new routes, improved travel experiences, and job opportunities for employees.