Starbucks to phase out single-use cups in favor of reusable mugs
The Seattle-based coffee chain wants to provide reusable cups by 2025.
The Seattle-based coffee chain wants to provide reusable cups by 2025.
List of Russian goods that are banned, boycotted in US
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has prompted sanctions, boycotts and limited access to social media platforms by the U.S.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has prompted sanctions, boycotts and limited access to social media platforms by the U.S.
Truckers feel the brunt of rising prices as diesel nears record high
The all-time record high for diesel fuel, according to AAA was about $4.85 a gallon back in 2008. Fast-forward 14 years and now AAA says diesel is hovering around $4.75.
The all-time record high for diesel fuel, according to AAA was about $4.85 a gallon back in 2008. Fast-forward 14 years and now AAA says diesel is hovering around $4.75.
Mastercard, Visa suspend operations in Russia amid Ukraine invasion
Mastercard said cards issued by Russian banks will no longer be supported by its network and any card issued outside the country will not work at Russian stores or ATMs.
Mastercard said cards issued by Russian banks will no longer be supported by its network and any card issued outside the country will not work at Russian stores or ATMs.
Every day is Employee Appreciation Day for managers desperate to keep workers
Did your boss say “Happy Employee Appreciation Day” Friday? The unofficial holiday comes this year at a time when employers are taking a harder look at how to get and keep workers.
Did your boss say “Happy Employee Appreciation Day” Friday? The unofficial holiday comes this year at a time when employers are taking a harder look at how to get and keep workers.
Biden announces $54M Siemens investment, planned US factory jobs
President Biden joined the CEO of Siemens USA to announce a $54M investment to produce equipment for electrical infrastructure, creating 300 more jobs at California and Texas sites.
President Biden joined the CEO of Siemens USA to announce a $54M investment to produce equipment for electrical infrastructure, creating 300 more jobs at California and Texas sites.
February jobs report: US added 678,000 jobs in sign of economic health
U.S. employers added 678,000 jobs in February 2022 as omicron cases eased and unemployment fell to 3.8%.
U.S. employers added 678,000 jobs in February 2022 as omicron cases eased and unemployment fell to 3.8%.
Why it may be a good time to invest in stock market
Invasion and inflation. Is it a portfolio killer, or a purchase opportunity? Financial advisor Kristina Rodriguez says it’s the latter.
Invasion and inflation. Is it a portfolio killer, or a purchase opportunity? Financial advisor Kristina Rodriguez says it’s the latter.
Today’s mortgage refinance rates hold with 30-year rates resting under 4% | March 1, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for March 1, 2022, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for March 1, 2022, which are unchanged from yesterday.
30-year mortgage rates plunge to two-week low | March 1, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for March 1, 2022, which are trending down from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for March 1, 2022, which are trending down from yesterday.
Harley-Davidson suspends Russia shipments
Harley-Davidson announced on Tuesday, March 1 that it has “suspended its business in Russia and all shipments of its bikes to the country,” a statement from the company says of the invasion on Ukraine.
Harley-Davidson announced on Tuesday, March 1 that it has “suspended its business in Russia and all shipments of its bikes to the country,” a statement from the company says of the invasion on Ukraine.
Shell, BP pull out of energy investments in Russia over Ukraine invasion
Both Shell and BP announced they are pulling out of Russia, as President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine continues to take its toll on the country's economy, which is heavily dependent on foreign investments in its energy industry. “We are shocked by the loss of life in Ukraine, which we deplore, resulting from a senseless act of military aggression," Shell's CEO said. “Our decision to exit is one we take with conviction. We cannot — and we will not — stand by."
Both Shell and BP announced they are pulling out of Russia, as President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine continues to take its toll on the country's economy, which is heavily dependent on foreign investments in its energy industry. “We are shocked by the loss of life in Ukraine, which we deplore, resulting from a senseless act of military aggression," Shell's CEO said. “Our decision to exit is one we take with conviction. We cannot — and we will not — stand by."
Burger King reduces chicken nugget count from 10 to 8
According to MarketWatch, inflation is the reason customers will see fewer chicken nuggets on their plates.
According to MarketWatch, inflation is the reason customers will see fewer chicken nuggets on their plates.
Electric vehicle sales hit record high in 2021, KBB reports
EV sales increased 72% year-over-year, according to KBB, but there are some important costs of EV ownership that drivers should consider.
EV sales increased 72% year-over-year, according to KBB, but there are some important costs of EV ownership that drivers should consider.
Mortgage rates near 4%, and even surpass it in many areas, data shows
Mortgage rates are rising, surpassing 4% in some areas of the U.S., according to recent data. And experts say the increases are likely to continue as the Fed prepares to raise rates.
Mortgage rates are rising, surpassing 4% in some areas of the U.S., according to recent data. And experts say the increases are likely to continue as the Fed prepares to raise rates.
Seeking debt relief? Here’s how credit counseling can help
Nonprofit credit counseling agencies offer free or low-cost financial services for consumers who are struggling to manage debt or considering bankruptcy. Here's what a credit counselor can do for you.
Nonprofit credit counseling agencies offer free or low-cost financial services for consumers who are struggling to manage debt or considering bankruptcy. Here's what a credit counselor can do for you.
Lakeland's Catapulter of the Year brings world view to aerial photography
A young entrepreneur in Lakeland is flying high – and giving us a peek from his point of view.
A young entrepreneur in Lakeland is flying high – and giving us a peek from his point of view.
Sofía Jirau becomes 1st Victoria’s Secret model with Down syndrome
“I can finally tell you my big secret... I am the first Victoria’s Secret model with Down syndrome!” the 24-year-old Puerto Rican model announced on Valentine’s Day.
“I can finally tell you my big secret... I am the first Victoria’s Secret model with Down syndrome!” the 24-year-old Puerto Rican model announced on Valentine’s Day.
Sure, Brut-branded deodorant, antiperspirant sprays recalled due to benzene
Most of the products were distributed across the United States.
Most of the products were distributed across the United States.
15-year mortgage rates hold steady for 4th straight day | Feb. 16, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Feb. 16, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Feb. 16, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.