Costco sees record fuel sales after extending gas station hours
The mega retailer reported two record sales weeks in the U.S. with longer gas station hours and new locations.
Disney cuts hundreds of TV and film jobs amid streaming expansion
The layoffs affect marketing, casting and corporate operations as Disney expands ESPN's streaming platform.
Trump Burger chain grows popular in Texas, controversial with critics
A growing Texas burger chain themed around Donald Trump blends political spectacle with fast food, drawing both loyalists and critics in equal measure—with a menu and vibe that feel more rally than restaurant.
Surge in steel tariffs could threaten Trump promise of lower grocery prices
President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on imported steel and aluminum, raising concerns about rising costs on a wide range of consumer goods, especially groceries.
Toyota to launch 2 US-made EVs in 2025, expand lineup to 7 by 2027
Toyota will begin building two all-electric vehicles in the U.S. next year, expanding to seven EV models by 2027. The automaker is also ramping up battery production in North Carolina to support its shift.
Mortgage rates jumped slightly but remain under 7%
A recent survey reveals that mortgage rates reached their highest level since February.
Trump says he's going to double tariffs on foreign steel
The president’s rally took place in Pennsylvania on Friday to celebrate a potential deal for Japan-based Nippon Steel to invest in U.S. Steel.
Is Netflix down? Downdetector reports thousands of outage spikes across US
Netflix went down for thousands of users across the U.S. on May 29, with many receiving a “title not available to watch instantly" error. Downdetector logged over 17,000 reports.
University of Texas students balance full-time school while running own business
Being a full-time college student and running your own business can be a struggle especially starting your first year in college.
Victoria's Secret shuts down website following 'security incident'
The cause of the incident is unknown as the lingerie retail chain says they are taking steps to manage the situation.
Joann, the fabric and crafts chain, to close all remaining stores this week
More than 440 Joann locations are closing by May 31. Others have already closed.
Americans face challenges covering utility bills due to 'energy poverty,' study finds
A recent study shows that more Americans are having to sacrifice certain basic needs to afford their utility bills.
Macy's profit and sales slip impacting profit forecast for 2025
The retail giant saw a dip in its sales during the first quarter as it grapples with tariffs and consumers cutting back on spending.
Applebee’s All You Can Eat menu is back - with a higher price
Applebee’s is bringing back a popular meal deal.
Southwest Airlines’ baggage fee, other policies changing this week
Southwest Airlines has made major changes to its policies in recent months, with almost all of them going into effect Wednesday. Here’s what to know.
Bags don't fly free anymore; Southwest abandons long-standing perk
It's the end of an airline industry mainstay: Southwest Airlines had touted its no-baggage fees for decades. But all of that is coming to an end.
Pepsi knocked out of America's top selling soft drinks
Many Americans already have strong opinions on the Coca-Cola vs. Pepsi debate, and now another soft drink has entered the chat.
These companies expect to raise their prices due to Trump tariffs
Some of the biggest retailers have announced increases on the price of their products to offset tariff costs. Here’s what we know.
Memorial Day 2025: What’s open, closed
The vast majority of retailers will be open, with many trying to lure customers with big promotional sales.
Nike returns to sell footwear, apparel on Amazon for the first time since 2019
Nike will return to selling apparel and shoes on the Amazon platform in the U.S.