Most 'recession-proof' jobs in 2022
Payscale recently put out a report identifying what it called the most "recession-proof" jobs this year, all of which it said saw double-digit increases in pay, including waiter/waitress, banker and media director
Mortgage rates keep downward trajectory to close out 2022: Freddie Mac
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to 6.27% for the week ending Dec. 22, according to Freddie Mac.
Markets and the Christmas holiday
There will be no trading in stocks or bonds on Monday as Wall Street observes the Christmas holiday.
At Christmas, kids can get Santa visit on their device thanks to new app
The app Portable North Pole is sure to bring some extra magic to Christmas as it allows parents/guardians to create a personalized phone call or video from Santa Claus.
Winter storm cancels, delays thousands of flights, disrupting holiday travel
Thousands of travelers are being thrown off track as scores of flights were delayed and canceled over the last four days. The country is bracing for a major winter storm.
Santa Claus rally, FTX fallout, and restart of Keystone top week ahead
The unravelling of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's crypto empire, Boeing's safety exemption, the housing market, and bids to refill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) with oil are driving markets.
Santa Claus' side gig: How much money Saint Nick could bring home this season
Santa Claus is busier than ever this time of year, making stops at malls, homes and community events. Despite the sometimes long hours, paychecks can be rewarding.
Holiday donations to food banks and toy drives dwindle due to inflation: 'People pull back'
Food banks and toy drives in the U.S. are in need of holiday donations as many struggle to keep up with rising demand while inflation takes a toll on organizations and families.
Ex-Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison says she and Sam Bankman-Fried misled FTX investors in court plea
Former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison said she knowingly FTX misled lenders.
Mark Cuban weighs in on gold and bitcoin, says both 'a store of value'
Billionaire Mark Cuban offered his thoughts on gold and bitcoin in an upcoming podcast episode with Bill Maher, saying they both are both a "store of value."
How did Bankman-Fried secure $250M bail?
FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried secured a $250 million bail against his parents' home in Palo Alto California as he awaits trial, likely more than a year away.
FTC orders Mastercard to stop blocking competitor debit payments
The Federal Trade Commission has ordered Mastercard to cease business practices it claims are designed to bar vendors from routing payments through third parties.
Christmas facts: 10 pieces of trivia about the holiday and its traditions
Here are 10 fun, numerical facts about Christmas and popular holiday traditions including Christmas trees, cookie consumption, candy canes and more.
TSA reports 8 back-to-back days of screening over 2M travelers amid holiday travel rush
The TSA has screened over 2 million travelers daily at airport security checkpoints for eight straight days as many people travel for the winter holidays.
Despite inflation, consumers are still splurging on luxury spirits
Consumers are still spending on luxury spirits even with persisting inflation and uncertainty surrounding the economy, underscoring the resiliency of the sector.
FedEx and UPS warn of possible delivery delays as winter storm sweeps country
FedEx warned customers on Friday that the unfolding winter storm threatens to delay deliveries nationwide as the company battles with adverse weather conditions.
Bitcoin bubble researcher sees short term price stability
Bitcoin is in a period of relative stability, trading above $16,000, though researchers say the coin's youth does not provide a lot of data to forecast price movements.
Facebook's parent to settle Cambridge Analytica class-action case
Facebook's parent company Meta Platforms has agreed to pay $725 million to settle a class-action privacy lawsuit.
Alabama university blocks TikTok from network and devices
Auburn University in Alabama blocked TikTok from its network and devices over cybersecurity concerns with the video-sharing app.
FTX seeks approval to pay bankruptcy lawyers between $825 and $2,165 an hour
FTX filed for approval for retaining counsel, forensic investigation consultants and accountants, revealing details about the rates the crypto-exchange could pay.



















