Consumer

Extension cords sold on Amazon should 'immediately' be thrown away, CPSC says

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to "immediately" stop using and dispose of certain extension cords sold on Amazon because they pose several safety hazards.

September 16, 2022 2:46pm PDT

Gas stoves linked to childhood asthma, other health risks in adults, research shows

Research suggests that gas appliances can introduce certain toxic air pollutants into homes, including low levels of benzene — a cancer-causing agent.

September 16, 2022 11:29am PDT

Redfin predicts sharpest turn in housing market since 2008 crash

After two years of record high sales, data shows the housing market is starting to cool down.

September 16, 2022 8:07am PDT

Here's how inflation can show up on your restaurant bill

Restaurants, in particular, have been hit hard by the pandemic and inflation. Wholesale food costs for things like eggs, butter, and flour have skyrocketed over the past 12 months.

September 16, 2022 7:38am PDT

Typical monthly payment for a new vehicle hits record $743

The new-car market has been hit by the semiconductor shortage and supply chain disruptions for over a year, resulting in lower production and higher prices.

September 16, 2022 4:23am PDT

Kanye West drops The Gap, starts his own stores

"I'm an innovator, and I'm not here to sit up and apologize about my ideas," Ye told Fox News. "I'm fighting for a position to be able to change clothing and bring the best design to the people at a price they can accept."

September 15, 2022 2:44pm PDT

Nissan recalls over 200K pickups due to risk of rolling away

Nissan is recalling more than 203,000 pickup trucks in the U.S. because they can roll away unexpectedly when shifted into park.

September 15, 2022 1:55pm PDT

Bed, Bath & Beyond store closures: Here's the full list

Bed Bath & Beyond has announced which stores it will close in a cost-cutting move to try and turn around its beleaguered business.

September 15, 2022 11:48am PDT

Walmart allows shoppers to use own photos to model clothing in virtual fitting room

Walmart is hoping to nudge more shoppers to buy its clothing with a new virtual try-on technology that allows customers to be their own models.

September 15, 2022 4:36am PDT

Starbucks drink recalled for possibly containing metal fragments

The recalled product was distributed in seven states.

September 14, 2022 9:45am PDT

Target releases top toy list for 2022 holiday season

Target and FAO Schwarz are teaming up to release an exclusive collection featuring toys under $20, and it will be available starting in mid-October.

September 14, 2022 8:53am PDT

Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza returning (for good this time) Sept. 15

Get ready, Mexican Pizza fans. The popular Taco Bell meal is returning as a permanent menu item on Sept. 15.

September 14, 2022 8:24am PDT

Disney World 'enthusiasts' say trip costs too much for average families, survey shows

Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida is known as "the most magical place on Earth," but even its most die-hard, loyal fans say the rising costs to take a family to the parks is becoming out of reach.

September 14, 2022 7:45am PDT

US formula shortage to improve by October, Gerber CEO projects

Nestle S.A.'s Gerber Products Company CEO Tarun Malkani said during a media event that the Nestlé company is still in "critical task force mode."

September 14, 2022 3:56am PDT

Starbucks to spend nearly half a billion dollars to revamp image, make stores more efficient

Starbucks plans to spend $450 million next year to make its North American stores more efficient and less complex. The company also said it plans to open 2,000 net new stores in the U.S. by 2025.

September 13, 2022 11:29am PDT