Eye drop products: What consumers should know about the FDA's warning
Despite recent warnings from the FDA, experts say consumers shouldn't avoid all eye drop products. The agency says some could cause eye infections and potentially lead to vision loss.
Schumer, Democrats call for FTC probe of Exxon, Chevron acquisitions
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and 22 Democratic senators sent a letter to the FTC calling for an antitrust probe of acquisitions by ExxonMobil and Chevron.
Goldman Sachs no longer sees US government shutdown in 2023
Goldman Sachs released a forecast finding it's unlikely that a government shutdown will occur before the end of this year as Congress faces a Nov. 17 funding deadline.
Most US civilian firearms exports halted for 90 days: Commerce Department
U.S. firearms exports have been halted for 90 days over "national security" concerns, the U.S. Department of Commerce said Friday.
Senate confirms first permanent FAA administrator in more than a year
The Senate confirmed Michael Whitaker as the new FAA administrator on Tuesday after the agency went more than 18 months without a Senate-confirmed leader.
Biden called upon by pro-growth groups to withdraw CFPB’s late fees rule
A coalition of pro-growth groups are calling on the Biden administration to withdraw its credit card late fees rule, arguing the regulation will hurt responsible consumers.
Zipcar fined for letting renters use recalled vehicles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is requiring Zipcar to pay hundreds of thousands of dollars for letting users rent cars with open recalls.
Israeli defense contractor Elbit Systems targeted by protesters in Massachusetts
Protesters demonstrated at Elbit Systems of America's office in Cambridge, Massachusetts, over the company's involvement with Israel's military campaign.
Family Dollar recall of OTC drugs, medical devices spans 23 states
Family Dollar has a recall underway in 23 states that applies to various OTC drugs and medical devices. The affected products were "stored outside labeled temperature requirements."
US working with Israel to 'support safe travel' in region after Hamas attacks, Buttigieg says
Travel has been upended in Israel after Hamas fighters launched a surprise attack over the weekend. U.S. carriers with service to the country suspended flights.
McCarthy's ouster as speaker fuels uncertainty as renewed shutdown threat looms
Eight Republicans led by Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., joined with Democrats to remove Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., as speaker of the House in a historic first that creates a leadership void in the chamber.
Government shutdown looms if Congress doesn't act: What to know
Congress is facing a Saturday night deadline to pass a funding bill and avoid a government shutdown that could cause federal workers to go without pay until lawmakers end the impasse.
Government shutdown chances just hit 90%, budget watchdog warns
Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget President Maya MacGuineas discusses the challenges Congress faces to pass a spending plan ahead of the looming government shutdown.
Government shutdown could impact air travel, officials warn: ‘Consequences would be disruptive and dangerous'
The Biden administration announced consequences of a government shutdown. One of them is that the travel industry could face significant delays and longer wait times.
Moody's warns government shutdown could hurt US credit rating
Moody's is warning that a government shutdown could hurt the U.S.' credit rating, raising the threat of a downgrade as lawmakers rush to avoid a disruption.
Tyson Foods, Perdue Farms seeing scrutiny from Labor Department
Two companies, Perdue Farms and Tyson Foods, are seeing scrutiny from the Department of Labor, something first reported by the New York Times.
FTC may file antitrust suit against Amazon next week: report
The Federal Trade Commission is reportedly planning to file an antitrust lawsuit against Amazon next week that may cover Prime, logistics, advertising and other business units.
SEC issues rule cracking down on 'greenwashing' by investment funds
The Securities and Exchange Commission adopted a new rule to crack down on "greenwashing" by investment funds that deceptively market funds that aren't as ESG-friendly as they claim.
Elon Musk investigation by DOJ into perks at Tesla goes back years: report
A Department of Justice investigation into the personal benefits Elon Musk has received from Tesla as CEO goes back further than earlier known, according to The Wall Street Journal.
GOP lawmaker presses Buttigieg on 'frightening' close calls at airports nationwide
Ohio Republican Rep. Mike Carey called on Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to explain why there have been more than 300 near-collisions at U.S. airports in 2023.