Walmart to pay $10 million in money transfer fraud settlement

Walmart will pay $10 million after the FTC said it let scammers misuse its money transfer services, costing consumers hundreds of millions across the U.S.

Here's how much you need to earn to buy a home in 2025, report shows

A recent housing report reveals that prospective homebuyers are facing obstacles to affording a home based on rising costs, which is a contributing factor to lower homeownership rates.

Trump Mobile removes 'made in the USA' from smartphone website

Eric Trump said last week that Trump Mobile phones will be made in the U.S., though experts quickly questioned how that was possible.

Texas to put warning labels on foods with certain food additives

A new Texas law will require warning labels on packaged foods containing certain additives that are "not recommended for human consumption" by authorities in Australia, Canada, the EU, or the UK.

Red Lobster seafood boil among new CEO’s menu items

Red Lobster emerged from bankruptcy last year and emerged with a new CEO, who has made several changes already.

Oil prices could spike amid US strikes on Iran nuclear sites. What we know

Oil prices may change after the United States’ involvement in the Israel-Iran war. Some experts warn that possible retaliation by Iran could interrupt the influx of crude oil, which may harm global economies.

Strait of Hormuz: What is it, and could Iran close it?

Closing the Strait of Hormuz is one of the ways Iran could retaliate after the U.S. bombed three of the country’s nuclear sites. Here’s what that would mean.

Where Americans are falling behind most on their debt

A new WalletHub study highlights the states where Americans are struggling most with debt in early 2025.

Passwords data breach: What to do if your account was affected

Here are some tips for managing your cyber security risk as we’re still learning more about the reported largest data breach in history involving 16 billion passwords.

Kroger closing 60 stores over next 18 months

A major grocery retailer in the U.S. announced dozens of its stores would be closing in the coming months. Here’s what we know.

Starbucks will further align its menu with 'MAHA' initiative, RFK Jr. says

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Starbucks is pledging to align its menu with the Trump administration's "Make America Healthy Again" initiative.

General Mills to remove artificial dyes from cereals

Companies phasing out FDA-approved synthetic colors as Trump admin pushes for healthier food supply.