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."
Average US gas price spikes to $3.64, further increases likely
Gas prices in Florida have gone up an average of 33 cents per gallon since the beginning of the year, and $1.33 a gallon since the beginning of 2021. "Unless oil prices reverse course, the pain at the pump is about to get even worse for Floridians," one expert said.
Gas prices in Florida have gone up an average of 33 cents per gallon since the beginning of the year, and $1.33 a gallon since the beginning of 2021. "Unless oil prices reverse course, the pain at the pump is about to get even worse for Floridians," one expert said.
Target wage hike: Workers' pay could reach $24 an hour this year
Workers at Target stores and distribution centers in places like New York, where competition for finding and hiring staff is tough, could see starting wages as high as $24 an hour this year.
Workers at Target stores and distribution centers in places like New York, where competition for finding and hiring staff is tough, could see starting wages as high as $24 an hour this year.
What is SWIFT? A look at West’s toughest sanctions on Russia yet
On Saturday, The United States joined European allies to impose the most potentially crippling financial penalties yet on Russia — cutting some banks off from SWIFT. Here’s a look at what that means.
On Saturday, The United States joined European allies to impose the most potentially crippling financial penalties yet on Russia — cutting some banks off from SWIFT. Here’s a look at what that means.
Russia attack on Ukraine causes stock markets to fall, oil prices to jump
Stocks fell worldwide while oil prices on both sides of the Atlantic jumped by more than 5% after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched what leaders called a "brutal act of war" on Ukraine.
Stocks fell worldwide while oil prices on both sides of the Atlantic jumped by more than 5% after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched what leaders called a "brutal act of war" on Ukraine.
Shop smart: How to spot a fake review
More and more of us have come to rely on reviews from total strangers as we shop online. But experts say we should also take a moment to review the reviewer in order to avoid being duped.
More and more of us have come to rely on reviews from total strangers as we shop online. But experts say we should also take a moment to review the reviewer in order to avoid being duped.
Florida gas prices expected to keep rising; Russia-Ukraine crisis could drive prices up even more
With high demand and low supply, the price of gas in Florida is expected to keep on rising -- especially with spring break around the corner. President Biden also warned that gas prices could go higher if Russia invades Ukraine, though he said the US would deploy "all the tools and authority at our disposal to provide relief at the gas pump."
With high demand and low supply, the price of gas in Florida is expected to keep on rising -- especially with spring break around the corner. President Biden also warned that gas prices could go higher if Russia invades Ukraine, though he said the US would deploy "all the tools and authority at our disposal to provide relief at the gas pump."
Winner of $1 million lotto ticket sold in Plant City must claim prize by March 14
Time is running out for the winner of a $1.25 million jackpot to claim their prize.
Time is running out for the winner of a $1.25 million jackpot to claim their prize.
Social Security retirement age stops changing in 2022: What to know
The new full retirement age is 67 for anyone born after 1960.
The new full retirement age is 67 for anyone born after 1960.
Robot server lends a hand at Bradenton restaurant amid staffing challenges in hospitality industry
Pearl is a robot at Anna Maria Oyster Bar that can wheel out food and give servers a hand. "Pearl never misses a shift, Pearl is never late. She never needs a day off. She doesn't take vacation. She is here 7 days a week. That’s a great thing."
Pearl is a robot at Anna Maria Oyster Bar that can wheel out food and give servers a hand. "Pearl never misses a shift, Pearl is never late. She never needs a day off. She doesn't take vacation. She is here 7 days a week. That’s a great thing."
Florida bill would require students to take financial literacy course in order to graduate
If passed, Florida high school students would have to take a financial literacy class in order to graduate, which would include lessons on on credit scores, managing credit card debt, types of bank accounts to open, and how to file income taxes.
If passed, Florida high school students would have to take a financial literacy class in order to graduate, which would include lessons on on credit scores, managing credit card debt, types of bank accounts to open, and how to file income taxes.
Rents reach 'insane' levels across the country with no end in sight
From December 2020 to December 2021, the median rent in Tampa spiked more than 25%. Meanwhile, Miami became the least affordable housing market in the country with a whopping 49.8% increase.
From December 2020 to December 2021, the median rent in Tampa spiked more than 25%. Meanwhile, Miami became the least affordable housing market in the country with a whopping 49.8% increase.
Rising gas prices: Ways to maximize your fuel economy
As gas prices continue to climb, here are some tips and tricks to help save you money and maximize your fuel economy.
As gas prices continue to climb, here are some tips and tricks to help save you money and maximize your fuel economy.
2022 weddings will cost more; here are some ways to save
An estimated 2.5 million weddings plan to take place in 2022 and, as with some many other things, couples can expect to pay more amid rising prices.
An estimated 2.5 million weddings plan to take place in 2022 and, as with some many other things, couples can expect to pay more amid rising prices.
Thousands of Americans fall victim to 'romance scams' every year
Some say love is blind, but for the tens of thousands that fall into romance scams each year, it’s love that blinds them into getting swindled out of some serious cash.
Some say love is blind, but for the tens of thousands that fall into romance scams each year, it’s love that blinds them into getting swindled out of some serious cash.
US inflation report: Consumer prices jumped 7.5% in past year, a 40-year high
U.S. inflation jumped 7.5% last month compared with 12 months earlier, the steepest year-over-year increase since February 1982.
U.S. inflation jumped 7.5% last month compared with 12 months earlier, the steepest year-over-year increase since February 1982.
Child tax credit: How to receive up to $3,600 per child, who’s eligible for it
Millions of Americans who've never filed a tax return will need to do so this year to claim what's coming to them under the enhanced child tax credit.
Millions of Americans who've never filed a tax return will need to do so this year to claim what's coming to them under the enhanced child tax credit.
Where are the workers? Small businesses still struggling to find employees despite strong U.S. jobs report
The owner of Ybor City’s Due Amici Pizza restaurant says hiring workers to fill open positions has been darn-near impossible lately.
The owner of Ybor City’s Due Amici Pizza restaurant says hiring workers to fill open positions has been darn-near impossible lately.
US job growth soars past expectations with 467,000 added, shaking off omicron surge
U.S. job growth blew past expectations in January, as the economy brushed off a record-breaking surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide that threatened to sideline millions of workers and kept many consumers at home.
U.S. job growth blew past expectations in January, as the economy brushed off a record-breaking surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide that threatened to sideline millions of workers and kept many consumers at home.
Starbucks to raise menu prices to offset inflation
The Seattle-based coffee franchise had already raised prices — once in October 2021 and December 2021 — but inflation woes and labor issues have forced the company to hike prices once again.
The Seattle-based coffee franchise had already raised prices — once in October 2021 and December 2021 — but inflation woes and labor issues have forced the company to hike prices once again.