Flight attendants use security privileges to smuggle millions in drug money out of US: federal prosecutors
A group of New York-based flight attendants has been accused of using employees-only TSA access to smuggle over $8 million in drug money out of the country.
FedEx Airlines, Boeing-made plane forced to land in Istanbul without front wheels
A FedEx Airlines cargo plane was forced to land on a runway at the Istanbul Airport in Turkey on Wednesday after experiencing an issue with its front landing gear.
AstraZeneca to withdraw its COVID-19 vaccine globally as demand dips, rare side effects revealed
The pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca on Tuesday said it is withdrawing its COVID-19 vaccine worldwide due to low demand and following reports that the vaccine caused rare side effects.
Facebook oversight board to consider whether anti-Israel rallying cry is ‘hate speech’
Facebook's oversight board is working to determine whether "from the river to the sea" constitutes hate speech amid widespread use of the phrase.
Swiss Army Knife maker plans model without a well-known feature
Swiss Army Knife manufacturer Victorinox is planning new models of tools that will be bladeless to give the company access to markets where carrying a knife is restricted.
California bill could remove self-checkout lanes at grocers, certain retailers
Democratic Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas is trying to curb the use of self checkout machines in California in order to protect employees and curb theft.
Federal Reserve is giving your money away and it could destroy more than your wallet
The Federal Reserve went down a dangerous path after the 2008 financial crisis. It increased its balance sheet and made borrowing cheaper. The result is a $23 trillion spike in debt.
International jewel thief busted for swiping 2 diamond rings worth nearly $300K from Tiffany, Cartier: police
An international jewelry thief who is wanted by Interpol was busted for last week for allegedly swiping a $255,000 ring from Tiffany's and a $25,000 ring from Cartier.
Building panic rooms, bunkers: The 1% are anxious as 2024 election approaches
Companies specializing in building security, such as panic rooms, bespoke armored doors and bulletproof wall panels, have seen an uptick in clients during times of civil unrest.
Fed holds interest rates higher for even longer as inflation remains high
The Federal Reserve announced it would maintain the federal funds rate at 5.25% to 5.5%, where rates have held steady since last July.
Buyers are taking on riskier adjustable rate mortgages as affordability worsens
American homebuyers are taking on riskier adjustable rate mortgages to address affordability concerns despite the potential for payments to increase in the future.
Former President Trump nets extra $1.8 billion of stock in his media company
Former President Donald Trump has been awarded an "earnout" bonus of $1.8 billion worth of stock in his newly public company, Trump Media & Technology Group.
Republic First seizure signals more bank failures to come, expert warns
The seizure of Republic First marked the first bank failure in the U.S. in 2024 and has reignited concerns of contagion after a string of regional banks collapsed early last year.
Billions in US investment goes to Chinese firms linked to CCP military, human rights abuses
Billions of dollars in Americans' savings and investments are flowing to Chinese companies linked to China's military and human rights abuses, a congressional report found.
Williams Sonoma labeled Chinese-made merchandise American made; ordered to pay over $3M
The FTC and the Justice Department said Friday that Williams-Sonoma Inc. has agreed to a settlement, which includes a $3.175 million civil penalty.
Vacationing at these destinations? You will pay tourist taxes, fees
Travelers may encounter a tourist tax or fee depending on their destination. Locals like New Zealand, Japan and Venice, Italy have them.
Rare $1 bills with printing error could be worth thousands: 'They're still out there'
Due to a printing error made by the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing, you might have a rare dollar bill on hand that's worth thousands of dollars — check your wallets.
Biden administration delays plan to ban menthol cigarettes
The Biden administration has decided to delay banning menthol cigarettes, saying it will require more discussion related to the civil rights and criminal justice movements.
Sheryl Sandberg unveils documentary on Hamas' ‘systematic’ sexual violence on Oct. 7
Former Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg joins ‘America’s Newsroom’ to discuss her documentary on Hamas’ sexual violence committed against Israeli women on Oct. 7, titled ‘Screams Before Silence.’
US first quarter GDP slows more than expected, but inflation keeps rising
Real GDP increased at an annual rate of 1.6% for the January-through-March period after rising 3.4% in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the BEA's advance estimate released Thursday.