No tips, worse service? Restaurant owners warn trend is 'degrading' dining experience

As more restaurants experiment with eliminating tips, the idea of a no-tip dining model is gaining traction — but not without resistance from some industry professionals who fear it could drag down service.

Car dealers warned by FTC about deceptive pricing practices, hidden fees

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued warnings to 97 auto groups around the country, reminding them their advertised prices must be the total price.

This city surpassed LA, New York as world’s most at-risk housing market

A new report has identified the world’s most at-risk housing market, citing a sharp disconnect between soaring home prices and slower growth in rents and incomes.

Kohl’s CEO signals what's next for stores after several closures

Kohl's closed 27 stores in 15 states in 2025 as the department store chain looked to get on better financial footing amid declining sales.

90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled nationwide, FDA says

Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.

World’s largest furniture maker cuts hundreds of jobs amid major restructuring

An 80-year-old family-owned furniture company — which says it is the largest furniture manufacturer in the world — is cutting hundreds of jobs while restructuring a Texas plant.

World Cup gear: How to get your hands on official merch

With less than 100 days until kickoff, official World Cup merchandise is already on sale, giving fans an early chance to gear up for the tournament.

LA County raises eviction threshold

Los Angeles County Supervisors approved an ordinance requiring some tenants to be two months behind on rent before facing eviction.

These are the best cities for starter homes, first-time homebuyers in 2026

Homeownership isn’t out of reach – it’s shifting. New data reveals the most affordable U.S. cities where first-time buyers can still break in.

Here’s where rents are falling the most as US prices hit a four-year low

U.S. renters are seeing modest relief as asking rents continue to decline, with February marking the 30th straight month of year-over-year drops.

Ross opens more than a dozen new stores amid broader US expansion plan

Ross Stores is accelerating its expansion in 2026, opening 17 new locations as part of a broader plan to launch around 110 stores this year.

Honda cancels 3 planned EV models for US

Honda said it will restructure its EV business and cancel three planned battery-powered EV models that were going to be built and sold in the U.S. market.

Stamp costs could top $1 under urgent USPS proposal

The United States Postal Service warns it could run out of cash within a year unless Congress approves financial reforms. Here's what to know.

Hyundai recalls, halts sales of over 68K SUVs after child’s death

Hyundai is recalling and halting sales of its 2026 Palisade SUVs following a deadly incident and seat-safety flaw. Here's what to know.