The clock is ticking fast for Americans who want to fly to Europe. Effective Wednesday, the European Union (EU) is closing its borders to all U.S.-based tr..
Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,600,727 ( 2,557,9..
The employment situation in the post-coronavirus (COVID-19) world increasingly remains a puzzle as some businesses reopen and rehire their workers, but the..
A pair of U.S. senators are calling for an investigation of five states that ordered nursing homes to accept patients who had recently tested positive for..
Netflix has announced that it will put 2 percent of its cash holdings towards supporting the economic development of black communities. The company said it..
The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday in favor of parents in Montana seeking scholarship money to send their children to religious schools. In a 5-4 ruling, the..
While previous studies have highlighted the benefits associated with children playing with both of their parents, a new study put the spotlight on kids’ qu..
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As the coronavirus (COVID-19) began to shut down large parts of the U.S. economy in March, some companies struggled while others did quite well. Amazon is..
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of California Davis explored the risks associated with raw milk, which is typically sold to consum..
Ford Motor Company is recalling 13 model year 2020 Super-Duty F-250, F-350 and F-550 diesel pickups. The transmission torque converter damper plate was ..
Costway of Fontana, Calif., is recalling about 16,000 baby strollers. A child’s torso can pass through the opening between the activity tray and the sea..
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,557,980 (2,510,32..
Gilead Sciences has disclosed what it plans to charge for its experimental antiviral drug remdesivir, which has gained emergency federal authorization for..
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Amid a rise in coronavirus cases across the nation, at least 12 states have opted to pause their reopening plans.More than 30 states are seeing rises i..
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Exeter found that environmental factors can play a large role in future pandemics. Accordin..
Boeing’s 737 MAX jets, which have been grounded for more than a year, are set to undergo three-days’ worth of key test flights starting June 29. Source..
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Here’s something new to add to your list of worries: hidden flood risk. A new study brings to light the possibility that nearly double the properties previ..
Starbucks is halting all social media advertising amid concerns over the ineffective policing of online hate speech. Last week, major advertisers inclu..
BMW of North America is recalling 2,779 model year 2019 Z4 sDrive30i, 2019-2020 330i xDrive, M340i & M340i xDrive, model year 2020 X3M & X4M, and Toyota Su..
Beyond Better Foods is recalling select pints from a single production run of Enlightened brand Chocolate Peanut Butter ice cream pints. The product may..
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many consumers have quit commuting and taken up working from home. While experts predict this new trend could sti..
Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,425,814 (2,382,70..
The COVID-19 infection numbers continue to rise in the U.S. -- 2,422,312 confirmed cases as of Friday morning. If you break that down, the big culprits are..
American Airlines announced Friday that it will sell tickets for every seat on its planes beginning July 1. Previously, the airline was filling its aircraf..
Microsoft announced a “strategic change” to how it does business on Friday. For one thing, there will be no more Microsoft retail stores going forward, lea..
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many consumers to work from home, making it much harder to truly unplug from their jobs at the end of the day. However, ev..
The Trump administration is seeking to put an end to the Affordable Care Act, the health care law created under the Obama administration that enabled milli..
The parent company of Chuck E. Cheese, which has entertained children for decades, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, another victim of the pa..
California has become the first state to require truck manufacturers to ramp up their zero-emission truck sales. Starting in 2024, the state’s auto manufac..
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Ford Motor Company is recalling 2,620 model year 2020 Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators. The attachment bracket for the driver's side second-row s..
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It’s probably not something anyone at the White House wants brought up in a press briefing, but a new report from the government’s top watchdog, the Govern..
Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,382,702 (2,348,95..
The economic devastation brought on by the coronavirus (COVID-19) can’t be underestimated, according to an economist at UCLA’s Anderson School of Managemen..
Bayer, which purchased Monsanto in 2018 for $63 billion, has agreed to pay $10.9 billion to settle a staggering number of claims that its weed-killing prod..
In an effort to mitigate the financial toll of the coronavirus pandemic, Macy's is cutting nearly 4,000 corporate and management jobs, or around 3 percent..
Under a new bipartisan Senate bill, Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act -- which acts as a liability shield for online companies -- would be mode..
While there’s no question that electric cars greatly benefit the environment, researchers from the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Renewable En..
Amazon has been fighting counterfeit goods for years, but now it’s going after the fakers hard and heavy. On Wednesday, it announced that it has establ..
Recent studies have highlighted how air pollution continues to take a toll on consumers’ health. Now, researchers from Oregon University say that these hea..
J.D. Power’s Initial Quality Study of 2020 vehicles puts Dodge and Kia at the top. But it’s the brand at the bottom -- Tesla -- that’s raising eyebrows...
Toyota is recalling about 267,000 model year 2013-2015 Prius and model year 2014-2017 Prius vehicles. The vehicles were designed to enter a failsafe dri..
Chrysler is recalling 67,248 model year 2014-2017 Jeep Cherokees with a two-speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU). Relative movement in the PTU between the di..
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Workers at Amazon’s Minneapolis-area warehouse in Shakopee MN -- the facility where 88 employees tested positive for coronavirus -- are up in arms about Am..
Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,348,956 (2,313,44..
On Tuesday, a Missouri appeals court upheld a jury verdict against Johnson & Johnson claiming that its talc-based baby powder caused ovarian cancer in almo..
Vitamin and dietary supplement company GNC has filed for bankruptcy. GNC cited, among other reasons, the financial toll of the COVID-19 pandemic. Sales..
Facebook is under fire from a slew of major advertisers for its refusal to put the clamps on hateful content. These advertisers are amping up their attack..
A new study conducted by researchers from Notre Dame University found that chemicals that are used to treat firefighters’ gear could actually pose a threat..
On Tuesday, Judge Carl Nichols of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia upheld a Trump administration policy requiring hospitals to disclose..
Traffic on American highways has picked up significantly due to most states lifting stay-at-home orders. At last, two metrics show that traffic has surged...
Mortgage delinquencies are rapidly rising amid widespread and sudden unemployment caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19).It’s hard to separate missed pay..
A new study conducted by researchers from Purdue University explored how “mommy brain,” or women’s tendency to be forgetful after having children, can affe..
Chrysler is recalling 2,669 Two-Speed Power Transfer Units (PTU) sold as replacement parts for certain Jeep Cherokees, part numbers 68090605AJ, 68090605AK,..
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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is extending the tax filing deadline to victims of the April storms and tornadoes.The extension applies to certain c..
Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,313,445 (2,281,90..
During a hearing before the House Energy and Commerce Committee, White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci said state reopenings have given way to a “di..
Amazon on Tuesday announced that it’s pledging $2 billion to invest in startups working on “sustainable and decarbonizing technologies.” The Climate Pl..
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine explored the risks common to COVID-19 patients in intensive car..
The old idiom that every picture tells a story is causing concern at Google. With all the graphic manipulation tools the world has at its fingertips, the t..
While researchers have found how factors like diet and even certain medications can increase consumers’ risk for type 2 diabetes, a new study explored how..
Millions of Americans have been working from home since late March and are likely to continue doing so well into next year.While the threat from scamme..
Federal and state officials are warning consumers that coronavirus (COVID-19) scams are spreading as fast as the virus itself.The Federal Trade Commiss..
Apple announced on Monday that its upcoming iOS 14, which is set to launch this fall, will include a number of new privacy features. At its annual Worl..
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,281,903 (2,255,11..
On Sunday, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported the biggest increase in coronavirus cases within a 24-hour period. The organization said there were..
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a strong warning to consumers to avoid using any hand sanitizer manufactured by Eskbiochem SA de CV,..
Pharmaceutical companies have stepped up their efforts in the last three months to develop effective treatments and vaccines to stop the coronavirus (COVID..
On Monday, Delta Air Lines announced that it will resume flights between Seattle and Shanghai on June 25 following a suspension of nearly four months due t..
Age discrimination is still as prevalent as ever in the workplace, and a new study conducted by researchers from the University of Buffalo explored how muc..
Federal and state safety regulators investigating a nationwide outbreak of Cyclospora illnesses are warning consumers about certain store brands of bagged..
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), a cruise line trade organization, announced Friday that all member cruise ships departing from the U.S. will..
The U.S. Supreme Court put new limits in place on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) routine practice of forcing defendants to surrender any pr..
Several studies have shown how important exercise is to longevity, and now a new study is reinforcing just how much physical activity can extend a person’s..
Fresh Express is recalling a limited quantity of Fresh Express Southwest Chopped Kits.The product contains wheat, soy, cashews and coconut, allergens n..
La Bodega Meat of Farmers Branch, Texas, is recalling approximately 83,038 pounds of raw beef products. The products were not presented for import re-in..
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,168,497 (2,141,30..
Though many consumers are working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers from Staffordshire University are exploring the psychology behind emp..
Democratic FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks says the FCC is ultimately in charge of taking action against online companies, not President Trump. Last m..
The economic shutdown from the coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused massive unemployment, with millions of Americans suddenly looking for ways to earn income...
Americans have taken full advantage of loan forbearance and payment deferment programs enacted at the beginning of the coronavirus (COVID-19) shutdown, a r..
The COVID-19 pandemic was a good news/bad news scenario for video-calling software company Zoom. While its revenue shot up 169 percent, it was fraught with..
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the rideshare world’s bridesmaid, Lyft, has announced that its entire fleet will be all-electric by the time 2030 ro..
The Justice Department has proposed limiting internet companies’ legal immunity by taking aim at Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act of 1996...
Following pushback from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), rental car company Hertz announced in a filing that it was dropping its plan to sell..
A new study conducted by researchers from Columbia’s Mailman School of Public Health found that the COVID-19 pandemic could be affecting young people’s sex..
The HON Company of Muscatine, Iowa, is recalling about 13,400 HON office chairs. The chair’s back can break, posing fall and injury hazards to the user...
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,141,306 (2,118,79..
Less than two months after T-Mobile and Sprint walked down the aisle together, there's already a brouhaha affecting service for many of the newlywed's cust..
JCPenney has begun liquidation sales at the 137 stores it plans to close in the first wave of its reorganization. The company says it is offering discou..
In the midst of the “Black lives matter” movement, Quaker Oats has announced that it will be doing away with its Aunt Jemima brand. “We recognize Aunt..
Recent studies have highlighted the countless risks associated with consuming alcohol, including a higher risk of cancer and stroke. However, since the sta..
The price of meat was going up before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, but it’s been like a house on fire since January, with ground chuck up nearly 80 cents a p..
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Central Florida explored what kind of impact the upcoming hurricane season could have on the CO..
Target announced on Wednesday that it’s permanently bumping its minimum wage to $15 per hour beginning July 5. The retailer also said it will be giving all..
Like nearly every industry, real estate got hammered by the coronavirus (COVID-19). Showings, listings, and sales slammed to a halt in March and April...
Tesla has confirmed that it slashed the price of the 2020 Model S Long Range Plus, its oldest model, and increased the number of miles the vehicle can trav..
Ford Motor Company is recalling 292,311 model year 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fl..
NOW Health Group of Bloomingdale, Ill., is recalling NOW Real Food Raw Macadamia Nuts. The product may be contaminated with Salmonella. No illnesses ..
G. Brandt Meat Packers is recalling Mini Smoked Farmer Sausage that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. No illnesses have been reported. ..
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Did you ever think there would come a time when airlines would require every passenger to wear a mask AND stop selling alcohol? Welcome to the new norm, fo..
Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,118,798 (2,096,90..
Six former eBay employees -- including eBay’s former director of safety and security -- face criminal charges that they carried out a campaign to harass an..
In letters to the CEOs of the nation’s largest bank’s, House Democrats asked for documents and internal communications pertaining to the disbursement of fu..
On Tuesday, the European Commission announced that it will launch two new antitrust probes: one into Apple’s App Store rules and another into Apple’s “Appl..
Following two months of low sales due to the coronavirus pandemic, retail sales rose by a record 17.7 percent in May, the Commerce Department reported Tues..
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Nottingham explored the risk associated with pregnant mothers passing on COVID-19 to their newb..
A new study conducted by researchers from Tufts University explored the effects of vitamin K -- a supplement most commonly found in leafy vegetables like k..
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) had a rare celebration on Monday. It was to mark the one year anniversary of the Transnational Elder Fraud Strike Forc..
The wholesale cost of used cars has plunged since February due to the onset of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. They’ve gotten even cheaper now that He..
Chrysler is recalling 22,449 model year 2017-2020 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles ("PHEV"). The 12 volt isolator post located behind the drive..
American Pacific Industries is recalling 1,226 Gladiator X-Comp A/T tires, size LT285/75R16, Load Range E and with DOT date codes 0718 to 0420. A manufa..
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On Monday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rescinded the emergency use authorization (EUA) that permitted chloroquine phosphate and hydroxychlo..
Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,096,902 (2,026,07..
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect consumers across the country, many states are beginning the process of slowly reopening businesses. Now, a..
Not much has been made of it in the regular news cycle, but the number of consumers finding that imposters are using their good name to try filing for unem..
At least 20 states are seeing rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in conjunction with the lifting of stay-at-home restrictions, and researchers say the change..
Experts continue to explore sudden infant deaths and have even identified some risk factors. But now a new study is analyzing the likelihood of such events..
In a landmark ruling on Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court voted to make it illegal for gay, lesbian, and transgender workers to be discriminated against.T..
States that fail to take steps to mitigate spikes in COVID-19 could see outbreaks “quickly get out of control,” former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb..
J.Crew Group, Inc. shows signs of recovering from the coronavirus (COVID-19) shutdown, announcing the reopening of more of its stores that were closed for..
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to a record low -- below 3 percent -- last week, but unfortunately, it is also getting harder to be approved f..
Ford Motor Company is recalling 2.1 million model year 2011-2014 Fiestas, model year 2013-2014 Fusions, model year 2015 Mustangs, model year 2013-2015 Esca..
General Motors is recalling model year 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500s & 3500s, and GMC Sierra 2500s & 3500s that were previously recalled. The hood-latc..
Lakeside Refrigerated Services of Swedesboro, N.J., is recalling approximately 42,922 pounds of ground beef. The products may be contaminated with E. co..
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,026,073 (2,009,23..
While the spring semester didn’t close out like most college students anticipated, there’s likely to be lots of companies stepping up to make sure the fall..
A new study found that volunteers can experience a number of positive benefits, both mental and physical, for the work that they do. Dr. Eric S. Kim, l..
After initially barring its employees from wearing Black Lives Matter attire, Starbucks has changed course and decided to allow team members to wear clothe..
While a good night of sleep can be hard to come by for many consumers, a new study explored how recent quarantine measures have affected sleep quality...
Walgreens and CVS have announced that they will stop the practice of locking up beauty and hair care products aimed at black women and women of color...
Google Chrome -- the planet’s browser king -- is sending out a warning to Mac users that they’re likely to encounter some extreme graphical glitches that s..
Amazon announced on Thursday that it’s banning police use of its facial recognition technology, Rekognition, for one year. The company said it’s halting th..
Magellan Health -- a company servicing health plans and other managed care organizations, employers, labor unions, various military and governmental agenci..
For 66 days during the coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown, consumers enjoyed gasoline prices that averaged below $2 a gallon. Now that people are out and abo..
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) is recalling 1,352 model year 2020 E450s, AMG E63Ss, GLC300s, AMG GLC43s, AMG GLC63s, AMG GT53s and AMG GT63s with rear seatbacks..
Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 2,009,238 (1,988,49..
A group of state attorneys general has filed another lawsuit in federal court, charging several generic drugmakers with conspiracy to fix prices of generic..
Good news for Sam’s Club members who are still playing things safe as COVID-19 rages on. The warehouse club announced Thursday that it’s launching curbside..
As air pollution continues to be a threat to consumers’ health, researchers continue to explore the risks of such fumes on children.A new study conduct..
Recent studies have highlighted how vitamin D can be effective in boosting everything from immune system health to exercise ability, and now researchers ar..
Uber and Lyft workers have been deemed employees under California’s new gig worker law. The decision, made by the California Public Utilities Commissi..
Following a lengthy investigation into Amazon’s treatment of third-party sellers, the European Commission (EC) plans to lodge formal antitrust charges agai..
Place your shoes and belt in the tray… take out your laptop and turn it on… and take a self-administered health assessment.Yep, that's where the post-p..
In a letter to Congress, IBM said it’s shutting down its use of facial recognition technology and will no longer provide the controversial technology to po..
Starbucks says it will close 400 U.S. stores over the next 18 months, an acknowledgment that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has brought lasting change..
American Honda Motor Co. is recalling 128 model year 2019 Clarity Fuel Cell, Clarity Electric, and Clarity Plug-in Hybrid vehicles with rear seat belt asse..
Island Wear of Ocean City, Md., is recalling about 940 Umbrella strollers. The strollers violate the federal Carriages and Strollers Safety standard as ..
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) is recalling 38 model year 2020 GLE450s, GLS450s and GLS580s. The seal in the rear shock absorber piston chambers may leak and..
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A group of Republican senators is calling on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to take action on President Trump’s planned executive order on de..
Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 1,988,491 (1,962,98..
Too much too soon? Possibly. The downward trend of the COVID-19 pandemic holds true for 24 states, is flat in seven states, but it’s still on the rise in 1..
As a result of its massive data breach in 2017, Equifax has expanded free access to consumers’ credit reports.The credit reporting agency had previousl..
Tesla’s chief Elon Musk says the company is primed to start on full bore production of its all-electric Class 8 Tesla Semi truck.According to a report..
While early detection is key for consumers struggling with Huntington’s disease, finding comprehensive therapies can be difficult. Now, a new study conduct..
Nintendo disclosed on Tuesday that 300,000 accounts have been compromised by hackers since the beginning of April. In a statement on its website, origi..
Researchers have found how certain antibiotics and other prescription drugs can increase the likelihood that newborns will have birth defects, and now a ne..
Best Buy says it will allow customers to shop in 800 of its stores without an appointment starting Monday, June 15. It’s also rehiring thousands of furloug..
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed a record-setting $225 million fine against health insurance telemarketers Jakob Mears and John Spi..
Nissan North America is recalling 1.8 million model year 2013-2018 Nissan Altimas. If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released, there is an incr..
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 1,962,982 (1,951,72..
As states begin reopening, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says at least 28 states aren’t reporting probable new COVID-19 cases...
In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, as many as 25,000 retail stores in the U.S. could permanently close their doors. According to a report from Co..
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A new study conducted by researchers from The Endocrine Society found that a good number of patients in the ICU with COVID-19 are also struggling with diab..
While previous studies have highlighted the importance of staying physically active during middle age, a new study explored the extra benefits women can re..
As the world gets back outside and looking for someplace to go, Airbnb’s business is reaping the benefits.Only about a month ago, the company laid off..
To crack down on the proliferation of COVID-19-related scams, the company that makes a call-blocking app has expanded the concept to stop potentially harmf..
After closing for several months due to the coronavirus pandemic, Macy’s has announced that it has raised close to $4.5 billion in new financing to help it..
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General Motors is recalling 12,200 model year 2019-2020 Chevrolet 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD medium duty trucks. If the vehicle's body control module (B..
Vee Tyre and Rubber Co., Ltd. is recalling 522 Taiga A/T tires, size LT285/75R16. Due to a manufacturing issue, the sidewall may separate from the tire,..
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 1,951,722 (1,920,06..
Facebook has pulled nearly 200 accounts tied to white supremacy groups, including the Proud Boys and American Guard, which were already banned on the platf..
The government’s supply of remdesivir, an antiviral drug that emerged as a viable COVID-19 defense, will run out at the end of the month, CNN reports...
Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb said in an interview on Friday that there’s “no question” that the protests stemming from the killing of George Floy..
With Americans starting to emerge from the pandemic and jumping back in line at stores and restaurants, Dunkin’ franchisees are on a hiring binge. Word..
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While recent studies have found that factors like weight and exercise can contribute to the likelihood of consumers developing dementia, a new study explor..
Amazon went to bat for its customers on Friday by lowering the boom on several affiliate marketing fraud schemes that targeted consumers by sending fake ph..
Despite restrictions that limited home showings, there was an increase in both home sales and new listings in the last month. Both had mostly collapsed as..
Rather than have your transactional data used without your explicit knowledge, it’s now possible for consumers to sell it to financial institutions for cas..
Nissan North America is recalling 846,000 model year 2013-2015 Altimas manufactured March 6, 2012, to December 31, 2014. The secondary hood latch may bi..
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 1,876,922 (1,856,11..
Amazon has been hit with a lawsuit accusing it of failing to adequately protect its warehouse workers, specifically at a fulfillment center in New York...
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While previous studies have found that consumers’ unhealthy diets can have a negative impact on longevity, a new study conducted by researchers from the Bu..
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As dental offices across the country begin reopening, dentists have tacked on a new $10-$20 “infection control fee” to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Most..
While previous studies have highlighted how important it is for consumers to get adequate sleep, a new study explored how a lack of sleep can affect consum..
The Children’s Place -- a specialty retailer of children’s apparel and accessories -- is facing a class action lawsuit brought by one of its customers who..
In a report that turned conventional wisdom on its ear, the Labor Department says the economy actually added jobs in May after millions of people were laid..
The price of gasoline has reached a post-COVID-19 milestone, inching back over the $2 a gallon mark for the first time since the virus forced millions of A..
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 1,856,118 (1,835,68..
The U.S. Senate was burning the midnight oil on Wednesday. It approved a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) reform bill to support small businesses, clearin..
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Apple Stores were impacted by looting and protests stemming from the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis and have subsequently been closed. Now, tho..
Video conferencing platform Zoom has confirmed that its free users won’t get end-to-end encryption -- which is strongly recommended by privacy advocates --..
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General Motors is said to have started an electric van program in an effort to get ahead of Tesla, according to a new report from Reuters. Although Tes..
While romantic relationships can affect everything from parenting outcomes to finances, a new study found that a satisfying romantic partner can also boost..
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Colorado explored a possible pain relief option for pregnant women in labor. According to t..
If you started working from home when the coronavirus (COVID-19) hit, chances are you’ll still be working there a year from now.In a survey of human re..
American Honda Motor Co. is recalling 136, 057 model year 2018-2019 Acura NSX, model year 2019 Acura RDX, RLX & RLX Sport Hybrid, model year 2018-2019 Hond..
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 1,835,681 (1,812,74..
More than $120 billion of the $310 billion added to the amount of money available to small businesses under the Paycheck Protection Program is still untapp..
Google is facing a lawsuit accusing it of illegally violating the privacy of millions of users by tracking their use of the internet via browsers set to “p..
The higher they go, the further they fall. And, on Tuesday, Bitcoin investors found that out the hard way.Just when the digital currency's trading was..
With Prime Day being pushed back due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Amazon has decided there’s another way to make some hay -- hold an invitation-only sale!..
The two most expensive things the average consumer ever buys -- a house and a new car -- continued to get more expensive during the shutdown, even though t..
A new study conducted by researchers from Michigan Medicine explored how older consumers’ pre-COVID-19 habits regarding grocery shopping and eating at rest..
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Facebook has announced a new tool that will give users the ability to delete old posts in bulk. The platform’s new “Manage Activity” feature will allow use..
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In the wake of protests stemming from the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, CVS has opted to temporarily close some stores across 20 states in an eff..
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A security researcher from Delhi discovered a vulnerability in Apple’s “Sign in with Apple” feature, first introduced in June 2019. The flaw could have all..
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