Canada rail strike to end after government forces arbitration

A Canadian railroad strike will apparently be short-lived: the government has ordered the country's two major railroads to enter arbitration and get trains rolling again.

Austin eatery Aviary Wine & Kitchen closes

Aviary Wine & Kitchen has closed, with management citing the COVID-19 pandemic, rising rent costs, and additional setbacks during a historic heat wave.

Uber, Cruise partner to bring autonomous vehicles to Uber platform

Cruise's autonomous vehicles are expected to soon be available on the Uber platform, thanks to a new multi-year partnership.

Walmart and Target are cutting prices to entice customers

Major retailer like Target and Walmart have been issuing price cuts for droves of items throughout the summer to stimulate sales. Here's how they are doing.

Judge blocks FTC's ban on noncompete clauses, stalling worker protections

A federal judge in Texas has blocked a U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rule that would have banned noncompete clauses for workers.

July inflation drops below 3 percent as Fed considers September rate cut

Inflation dipped below 3% for the first time in three years, and that, combined with other economic indicators, may push the Fed to slash interest rates more than once.

What are Sneex shoes? Spanx founder Sarah Blakley's new product

Sarah Blakley, the inventor of Spanx, has another product to unveil to the fashion world - a hybrid sneaker stiletto.

Biden asks Supreme Court to lift block on student loan repayment plan

The Biden Administration has turned to the Supreme Court to help lift a block on the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.

Spirit Halloween stores: When did they become so widespread?

After opening in the early 1980s, Spirit Halloween has built a huge following among consumers through the years with its unique brand of costumes and decorations.

Alaska Airlines flight makes sudden diversion after pilot says he's not certified to land: report

An Alaska Airlines flight operated by SkyWest was forced to make a sudden diversion from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to Salt Lake City after the pilot said he was not certified to land the plane, reports said.

Wally Amos, Famous Amos cookie creator, dies at 88: Reports

Wally Amos, a talent agent turned cookie master who transformed a single Los Angeles bakery into a national brand, has died. He was 88 years old.

Mars buy Kellogg spin-off Kellanova in $30B deal

This sweet and salty deal helps Mars expand into areas of growth as American snacking habits change.