Mortgage rates tick higher to 6%
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 5.98%.
Las Vegas hotel-casino that closed during COVID and never reopened is demolished
A Las Vegas casino was demolished in a controlled implosion after it closed during COVID and never reopened, drawing crowds for explosive farewell.
Shuttered Las Vegas hotel-casino is imploded
Demolition crews on Thursday morning imploded the Eastside Cannery Hotel-Casino that closed during the COVID-19 pandemic and never reopened.
RFK Jr faces pushback after questioning safety of Dunkin’, Starbucks sugary drinks
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey tells RFK Jr. to "come and take it" after he questioned the safety of high-sugar coffee drinks at Dunkin' and Starbucks.
Major frozen food recall expands to 37M pounds of Trader Joe's, Kroger products over glass concerns
Trader Joe's and Kroger issued frozen food recalls. Popular chicken fried rice, dumpling and ramen products may be contaminated with pieces of glass.
Apple unveils lower cost iPhone 17e, raises prices on MacBooks
The price increases for the company's laptops come amid a global memory shortage dubbed "RAMageddon" that is being fueled by the rise in demand for artificial intelligence.
Starbucks to open new office in Nashville, move some jobs from Seattle
Starbucks is planning to open a new Nashville, Tennessee, corporate office later this year as part of its North American expansion strategy, creating new jobs.
Target bets big on upgrades, beauty push to win back shoppers: 'Not an everything store'
Target is investing billions in remodels, merchandising and same-day delivery as its new CEO works to boost traffic and restore annual sales growth.
Over 650,000 bottles of water recalled after being packaged in 'insanitary conditions'
More than 650,000 bottles of water are being recalled, according to an enforcement report issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Travelers stranded in Dubai paying huge sums to flee on private charter flights amid Operation Epic Fury
Wealthy travelers reportedly pay hefty sums for private jets to flee the Middle East after airport closures from Operation Epic Fury force evacuations.
Papa John's to close hundreds of restaurants
Papa John's plans to close 300 underperforming restaurants in North America by 2027, with 200 closures expected this year, CFO Ravi Thanawala said.
Airlines cancel flights, issue travel waivers over Middle East unrest
Middle East unrest disrupts global air travel as airlines cancel flights worldwide, leaving passengers stranded at airports following joint U.S. and Israel military action against Iran.
McDonald's is selling $1 Egg McMuffins – here's how to grab one
McDonald's offers its classic Egg McMuffin or Sausage McMuffin with Egg for $1 on Monday through its mobile app to celebrate National Egg McMuffin Day.
America's 10 most expensive ZIP codes revealed
A new Realtor.com analysis reveals the 10 priciest U.S. ZIP codes nationwide, from Newport Coast's $12.5 million median to Paradise Valley's $5.5 million entry point.
State Farm announces refund for car insurance customers
State Farm Mutual announced it will distribute $5 billion dividend to customers across 49 million vehicles due to lower collision rates and reduced auto repair costs.
Burger King makes changes to signature Whopper for first time in nearly a decade
Burger King announces its first Whopper update in nearly a decade, featuring a premium bun, better tasting mayo and new box packaging while keeping the same beef patty.
Elle Hartje on being first woman ambassador for NJ Hockey program
Professional hockey player Elle Hartje joins 'Varney & Co.' the shed light about her role as the first woman ambassador for Hockey in New Jersey.
Uber, Joby Aviation to launch air taxi service
Joby Aviation founder and CEO JoeBen Bevirt details the launch of the Uber Air taxi service, powered by Joby eVTOLs, starting in Dubai on 'The Claman Countdown.'
Florida man arrested over alleged $328M crypto Ponzi scheme
An accused crypto fraudster used investor funds for parties and luxury travel, prosecutors said after federal charges were filed in analleged $328 million Ponzi scheme targeting investors.
Ford recalls over 4.3 million vehicles due to software issue
Ford recalls 4.3 million vehicles over a software problem that could cause trailer brake failure and a loss of exterior lights when towing.



















