Devastating tornadoes hit US: Tips for staying safe after storms
In the wake of multiple devastating storms and tornadoes, the Consumer Product Safety Commission issued safety tips, including how to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
State Department warns passport processing delayed amid 'unprecedented demand'
The State Department extended the processing time for passport applications, saying it is seeing "unprecedented demand" and could hit a record this year.
IRS extends tax filing deadline for storm-ravaged areas in several states
The Internal Revenue Service has issued a series of filing extensions for taxpayers in areas spanning several states that have been impacted by recent storms.
Eyedrop recall: FDA finds sterilization issues at Global Health Pharma facility
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found several issues at Global Pharma Healthcare's facility in India where it manufactured the recently recalled eye drops.
Activision Blizzard settles with DOJ over competitive balance tax for esports players
The Justice Department sued and offered a settlement with Activision Blizzard on Monday over the company's previous plans to impose salary limits on esports players.
FTC orders Illumina to unwind $7B deal for cancer test developer Grail
The Federal Trade Commission has rejected Illumina's $7.1 billion acquisition of cancer detection test maker Grail, saying the deal would stifle competition.
EV tax credit eligibility to be reduced in the coming month
Eligibility for key tax credits could be reduced or lost altogether for a number of electric vehicles in the coming month. Come April 18, EVs will be subject to new rules proposed Friday by the Treasury.
53K Jetson scooters/hoverboards recalled over fire hazards after two reported deaths
Tens of thousands of 42-volt Jetson Rogue self-balancing scooters/hoverboards were recalled because they pose a fire hazard, according to the recall notice posted by the CPSC.
Lawmakers mull raising FDIC deposit insurance cap in wake of SVB bank run
Some lawmakers say Congress should raise the FDIC's $250,000 per depositor cap on insured bank deposits following Silicon Valley Bank's (SVB) collapse. Experts are torn.
Hand sanitizers recalled for containing methanol
Jarman’s Midwest Cleaning Systems Inc. is voluntarily recalling its hand sanitizers after health officials discovered the presence of methanol during testing.
FAA head stresses need for aviation industry to end close calls, renews safety push
Federal Aviation Administration acting administrator Billy Nolen said that "zero is the only acceptable number for serious incidents and close calls."
Silicon Valley Bank’s rapid withdrawals, management missteps created perfect storm
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank appears to have been a perfect storm from failures of management, hyped up social media, risky liabilities and the speed of digital banking.
Binance and its founder sued by CFTC
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced charges against crytocurrency exchange Binance and its founder and CEO, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, on Monday.
Scammers behind 'extended vehicle warranty' spam calls may face lifetime bans
The Federal Trade Commission announced proposed court orders that would ban the operators of the "extended vehicle warranty" scam from the telemarketing and warranty industries.
California bill would ban 'toxic' chemicals found in Skittles, PEZ, other popular candies
A California bill would ban certain "toxic" chemicals commonly found in candies like Skittles, requiring confectioners to come up with new recipes for their sweets.
U.S. TikTok ban likely inevitable, regulatory expert says
TikTok is in the crosshairs of U.S. regulators and lawmakers over privacy concerns due to the popular video app's ties to China. One expert says a ban is imminent.
FAA lays out additional steps for air traffic controllers after 'too many close calls'
The Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Air Traffic Organization announced additional steps it's taking to ensure the aviation system is safe following a string of close calls.
Energy Secretary Granholm insists gas stove standards will only impact high-end models: 'There's no ban'
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm told lawmakers the Department of Energy's proposed efficiency standards for electric and gas stoves will not impact the majority of cooking tops.
United States looks to ensure China doesn't benefit from $52B CHIPS Act
The Commerce Department is proposing regulations to prevent adversarial countries like China and Russia from benefiting from U.S. investments in semiconductor manufacturing.
PacWest shares sink despite liquidity lift
Shares are down for PacWest after subsidiary Pacific Western Bank said deposits are stable after receiving 1.4 billion from investment firm Atlas SP Partners.



















