Fewer people request US unemployment benefits amid solid hiring, high inflation

Applications for unemployment benefits last week saw their lowest number of claims since April. If the number continues to drop, the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates higher than it plans to slow the economy.

Apple Pay Later unexpectedly delayed until further notice

Apple Pay Later was not released with the iOS 16 update as expected, and the company has not given a new date for its release.

McDonald’s to add adult Happy Meals to the menu

The fast-food chain partnered with The Cactus Plant Flea Market to create the boxed meal with toy figurines.

Costco CFO says hot dog combo price might remain $1.50 forever

Costco CFO Richard Galanti said the company's gas and travel sectors allowed the company to make up for loss at the food court.

CBO: Biden's student loan cancellation plan to cost $400B

The Biden administration previously estimated the plan would cost about $24 billion a year over the next 10 years.

Macy's hiring 41K seasonal workers for the holidays

Macy's plans to hire 41,000 full and part-time seasonal workers for the upcoming holiday season. Over 10,300 seasonal workers in 2021 joined the company full-time.

Social Security benefits forecast revised for 2023 as inflation eases

Social Security benefits are expected to increase in 2023, but could be less than previously forecasted, according to The Senior Citizens League. Here's how much of an increase retirees could see in 2023.

CFPB looks to regulate buy now, pay later companies

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) said it plans to issue guidance or rules that would bring the buy now, pay later (BNPL) sector in line with the standards that Congress has already established for credit cards.

Actor Rob Schneider surprises fans at Raising Cane's drive-thru in Phoenix

Rob Schneider was at the location on 24th Street and Baseline on Sept. 21 to promote his new movie “Daddy Daughter Trip”, which opens up in theaters next week.