Congress moves to ban TikTok from US government devices
TikTok would be banned from most U.S. government devices under a government spending bill Congress unveiled early Tuesday, the latest push by American lawmakers against the Chinese-owned social media app.
Wells Fargo to pay $3.7B over consumer loan violations
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Tuesday ordered Wells Fargo to repay $2 billion to consumers and enacted a $1.7 billion penalty against the bank.
Walgreens, CVS and others limiting purchases of children's pain relief medicine as respiratory illnesses rise
Pharmacies are limiting purchases of children's pain relief medication like acetaminophen and ibuprofen as respiratory illnesses continue spreading throughout the United States, including the flu, RSV, and COVID-19.
Unemployment benefits and Obamacare subsidies outpace median income in several states, study finds
The labor force participation rate was 62.1% last month, notably lower than the 63.4% mark it was at before the coronavirus pandemic struck the United States in March 2020.
Christmas tree demand remains high in US despite inflation
Retailers from Home Depot and Lowes to mom and pop operations raised their prices on trees — but people are still buying them.
Walmart frozen chicken product recalled in 28 states
The recall was issued after a customer complained that they found shrimp in their product, although it had been labeled as a Crispy Chicken with Almonds entrée.
Not just for kids: Toymakers creating more products for adults
Toymakers from Mattel’s American Girl and Build-a-Bear are creating new products, services, and websites aimed at adult audiences. Among the popular toys for adults are Star Wars and Harry Potter-themed Lego sets and action figures.
Christmas meals will cost 16.4% more this year
The average grocery basket for Christmas dinner will cost an average of $60, Datasembly reported.
'Worst' holiday gift survey suggests people don’t like fruitcake, weight-loss items or Christmas ties
In addition, almost 80% of American respondents said they think they’re good at faking enthusiasm when they open a bad gift.
Over 30K Good Matters candles recalled for burning at 'higher than usual temperatures,' causing fire hazard
The recalled Good Matters candles are sold at stores like HomeGoods, Tuesday Morning, and on Amazon.
Taco Bell may permanently add fries to menu to better compete with McDonald's
Taco Bell's CEO said that while dinner and late-night business is on par with McDonald’s and other rivals, the chain’s breakfast and lunch dayparts are “significantly” behind.
Here’s how you can find a PS5 for Christmas
Stores are restocking their shelves with PlayStation 5s to make it easier for shoppers to get their hands on one just in time for the holidays.
Domino's once again tipping customers who pick up their own pizza
It may be worth it to skip delivery on your next Domino’s pizza and opt for carryout.
Ram recalling 1.23 million pickups for tailgate trouble
The tailgate might open while the vehicle is in motion.
Don't have your Christmas plane ticket yet? Here's what an expert says
According to Hopper — known for flight and hotel deals — an estimated 53 million people are expected to depart from U.S airports over the holiday period.
Most small SUVs flunk updated insurance industry crash tests
Only the Ford Escape and Volvo XC40 got the top “good” rating in this year's testing released Tuesday. The Toyota RAV4 was rated “acceptable," while Audi's Q3, the Nissan Rogue and the Subaru Forester were “marginal.”
McDonald's ranks last in new survey of customer loyalty
Meanwhile, Chick-fil-A and In-N-Out Burger received the highest customer loyalty marks, according to the survey.
Laundry detergent recalled due to bacteria exposure risk
Over 14,000 Art of Green laundry detergent products are being voluntarily recalled because they may contain pseudomonas aeruginosa, a potentially harmful bacteria.
Baby formula recalled due to potential cross-contamination
ByHeart is recalling some of its infant formula out of an abundance of caution after a sample from a third-party manufacturing facility tested positive for bacteria.
3M Scotch thermal laminators recalled due to fire hazard
3M said it has received nine reports of the laminators catching on fire, but no injuries have been reported.