Holiday travelers face flight delays as FAA restricts airspace nationwide amid winter weather: report
Holiday travelers may see major airport delays as the FAA limits airspace, winter weather alters flights and millions take to the skies during peak travel days.
Starbucks CEO calls AI 'co-pilot,' not replacement for workers amid company turnaround efforts
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol reveals how the coffee giant uses artificial intelligence as a "co-pilot" for workers and not as a replacement.
National gas prices hit lowest level since March 2021
GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick De Haan discusses the latest national gas price average, with multiple states seeing prices below $2 per gallon and the factors driving the recent decline on 'Varney & Co.'
Ford shatters decade-old recall record with 152 safety alerts issued this year alone across multiple models
Ford is breaking records for all the wrong reasons. It's had 152 recalls in 2025, eclipsing a decade-old industry high. Quality issues plague millions of vehicles.
$1.8B Powerball jackpot won on Christmas Eve in Arkansas
Arkansas ticket wins $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot on Christmas Eve, marking second-largest lottery prize in U.S. history with $834.9 million cash value.
Jack in the Box shut down more than 70 stores with more expected by year's end over financial struggles
Jack in the Box is closing dozens of restaurants as part of a major cost-cutting plan, with 72 locations shuttered so far and more expected in the near future.
Holiday barks sold at Aldi recalled over potential undeclared pecans, wheat: FDA
Silvestri Sweets recalled Choceur-branded holiday bark sold at Aldi stores after a packaging mix-up led to undeclared allergens in the popular treats.
Cardinal Timothy Dolan reveals book, documentary offers after 16 years leading the Archdiocese of New York
Cardinal Timothy Dolan reveals book and documentary offers as he steps down from his role as archbishop of New York, a position he has held for 16 years.
Americans lose track of time between holidays, research shows
'The Big Money Show' panel discusses the trend of decompression and disconnecting between Christmas and New Year's Eve.
Mortgage rates fall ahead of Christmas holiday
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.18%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Wednesday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.21%.
FDA approves Novo Nordisk's weight-loss pill
Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the FDA approving Novo Nordisk's Wegovy weight-loss pill, 19 states suing Health and Human Services over youth gender care and more on 'Varney & Co.'
Why cheaper beef prices are still a long way off
Beef prices may drop but consumers face "slow and painful" wait for relief, warns a Wells Fargo economist. Cattle shortages continue to keep costs high.
Ex-Toys'R'Us CEO downplays fear mongering over tariffs: ‘The sky is not falling’
Storch Advisors CEO Gerald Storch joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss consumer resiliency during the holiday season and how retailers have dealt with the impact from tariffs.
Wealth management firm owner predicts 'more upside' in these markets
Creative Planning President and CEO Peter Mallouk breaks down a 'fascinating' year for the stock market as stocks extend gains on 'The Claman Countdown.'
National Retail Federation chief says 2025 holiday season to top $1 trillion in sales
National Retail Federation President and CEO Matt Shay discusses holiday season sales expectations, buy now pay later trends and how retailers are handling the impact from tariffs on 'Varney & Co.'
Barnes & Noble to open 60 new stores in 2026
Barnes & Noble announced it plans to open 60 new locations in 2026 in multiple states as the company says it is experiencing "tremendous" growth.
Jim Beam to close one of its distilleries for a year
Jim Beam is reportedly pausing production at its Clermont facility for the duration of 2026 for upgrades while shifting operations to Boston, Kentucky, location.
Powerball jackpot rises to $1.7B, fourth-largest in US lottery history
The Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $1.7 billion with a cash value of $781.3 million after there was no winner in Saturday's drawing.
2,000 pounds of sausages recalled after consumer finds dangerous metal strip over 1-inch long
U.S. Department of Agriculture recalls nearly one ton of Olympia Provisions holiday kielbasa after consumer reportedly found a metal strip in sausage.
Survey fatigue Is growing
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