White House says Trump's drugmaker deals could save economy $529B over next decade

President Trump’s “most favored nation” drugmaker deals could save the economy $529 billion over the next decade, a new White House analysis estimates.

Officials warn of banking spoof callers draining customers' accounts

Officials are warning customers about banking spoof calls that could trick them into emptying their accounts. Here's what to know.

Apple settlement: Owners of some iPhone models could get $95

Apple agreed to a massive multimillion dollar settlement for a class-action lawsuit in a deal that means owners may receive up to $95 for each eligible iPhone device. Here’s what you need to know.

Delta cuts snacks, drinks on hundreds of short flights

Delta Air Lines is making changes to its onboard service that will affect passengers on shorter flights this summer.

DOJ confirms antitrust probe of major meatpackers over beef price inflation

The Justice Department confirmed its active investigation of potential antitrust violations in U.S. cattle and beef markets, reviewing more than 3 million documents and interviewing industry participants as federal officials scrutinize whether highly concentrated meatpacking power has contributed to high beef prices.

US restaurant sales fall as Iran war drives up gas prices

With pain at the gas pump reaching new highs due to U.S.-Iran tensions, many consumers are pulling back on dining out. Major restaurant brands report falling revenue as households pivot to cost-saving measures to offset rising daily expenses.

GameStop makes $56 billion bid to buy eBay

GameStop launched a bid to purchase eBay in a proposed merger CEO Ryan Cohen believes can transform the companies into a major competitor for Amazon.

Clinique and M.A.C.-owner Estée Lauder to cut 3,000 more jobs, mainly at its stores

Estée Lauder revealed this week thousands of more job cuts are in the works as the company continues its restructuring effort. The announcement came Friday as the company also increased its annual profit forecast, sending shares higher in pre-market trading. 

Federal minimum wage could reach $25: What to know

A coalition of more than 100 labor, civil rights, and advocacy groups is backing new federal legislation to raise the minimum wage to $25 an hour.

National Nurses Week 2026: Deals and discounts

Some restaurants are offering deals and freebies to celebrate National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12.

Tens of millions of taxpayers may be owed IRS refunds from COVID-era

Tens of millions of American taxpayers may be entitled to refunds or reduced penalties and interest due to delayed filing deadlines during the COVID-19 emergency declaration.

National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.

US national debt surpasses size of the economy for first time since World War II

The U.S. national debt has now surpassed the size of the U.S. economy, a historic threshold that hasn't been crossed since the conclusion of World War II.

Record number of Americans dissatisfied with their pay, survey shows

Americans are pulling back on job searches even as dissatisfaction with pay and career prospects worsens, according to recent survey data.

Trump tariff refunds: When will the first payments go out?

The U.S. government is preparing to begin issuing refunds to importers after the Supreme Court ruled that sweeping tariffs imposed under the Trump administration were illegal.

No workplace retirement plan? Trump's new site aims to change that

Trump’s executive order calls for a new government website where people in the U.S. can find and compare retirement savings accounts, aiming to help millions of workers who don’t have access to one through their employer.