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The Supreme Court’s landmark ruling that struck down much of President Donald Trump’s tariffs could mean savings for consumers in the coming months, economists say. But the savings could evaporate if Trump implements a new round of import taxes, as he vowed to do at an impassioned news conference hours after the Supreme Court’s decision […]
Ready-to-eat chicken fried rice sold at Trader Joe’s stores in the United States is being recalled due to possible glass contamination, according to a notice shared on the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service website. Ajinomoto Foods North America, an Oregon-based food manufacturer, notified the FSIS after receiving customer complaints. Four customers reported finding glass […]
A major labor union is working to bring a new wealth tax proposal to Californians in November. But the proposal would actually affect only a small number of billionaires. The California Billionaire Tax Act is a one-time tax that, if realized, would free up revenue from the state’s wealthiest to support a health care system […]
This week is National Random Acts of Kindness Week, and if you’re in need of some kindness, a pep talk line with nuggets of wisdom from elementary students in kindergarten through sixth grade can help. The Peptoc Hotline embodies the spirit of kindness to others and to yourself. In 2022, artists and educators Jessica Martin […]
The cost of bringing a puppy home has risen sharply. For some popular breeds, the purchase price alone can easily reach several thousand dollars, if not more. While the emotional bond still drives most decisions, the financial commitment starts long before the food bowls and vet visits. The general costs of pet care are outdated […]
The Supreme Court’s decision to reverse much of President Donald Trump’s tariff policies raised concerns about how he will handle domestic budgets and international deals. Tariffs were expected to raise $2.5 trillion over the next decade. The loss of the portion of the tariffs that the court found were illegal leaves a gaping hole in […]
Wells Fargo has agreed to pay $56.85 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that some customers’ credit scores were damaged during the COVID-19 pandemic. The bank admitted no wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement after a lawsuit alleged it violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act by improperly reporting mortgage interest deductions, which allow […]
Image source: Shutterstock If you think you’re too experienced, too well-educated, or too financially savvy to fall for an online job scam, think again. A growing wave of criminals are targeting high-earning professionals on LinkedIn with fake job postings that look polished, legitimate, and incredibly convincing. These scams are so sophisticated that even seasoned executives […]
