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21h ago

Small businesses cut 120,000 jobs last month, the latest sign of an unsteady labor market

Economists had been expecting to see a slight overall gain in jobs. The data reflects a difficult business environment for smaller employers.
A Job Fair As US Economic Data Releases Delayed By Government Shutdown
A Job Fair As US Economic Data Releases Delayed By Government Shutdown

Ritz Crackers sandwiches recalled in 8 states due to undeclared life-threatening allergen

Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches sold in eight states have been recalled due to incorrect labeling that could affect anyone with a peanut allergy.
23h ago

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Over 250,000 cases of shredded cheese recalled over possible metal fragments

The bags of shredded cheese were sold as store-owned brands from Target, Aldi, Walmart, and H-E-B grocery stores, according to an FDA report.
shredded cheese
shredded cheese
2d ago

Driverless Waymo vehicle goes through tense police stop in L.A.

Video shows the Waymo passing a pickup pulled over by several police cruisers with their lights flashing as the suspected driver lies on the ground.
Waymo's self-driving car.
Waymo's self-driving car.

Dell family donation to offer 25 million kids $250 to open 'Trump accounts'

The accounts will be given to kids born before Jan. 1 of this year and ineligible for $1,000 federally funded accounts under the One Big Beautiful Bill.
Left:  Michael Dell as part of SXSW 2024 Conference and Festivals held at Austin Convention Center on March 14, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Errich Petersen/SXSW Conference & Festivals via Getty Images)
Right: RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 04: Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at the J.S. Dorton Arena on November 04, 2024 in Raleigh, North Carolina. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Left:  Michael Dell as part of SXSW 2024 Conference and Festivals held at Austin Convention Center on March 14, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Errich Petersen/SXSW Conference & Festivals via Getty Images)
Right: RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 04: Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at the J.S. Dorton Arena on November 04, 2024 in Raleigh, North Carolina. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Prada Group says it has purchased fashion rival Versace in a deal worth nearly $1.4 billion

The highly anticipated deal is expected to relaunch Versace's fortunes, after middling post-pandemic performance.
Europe's Luxury Goods as Sector Faces Questions About US Tariff Fallout
Europe's Luxury Goods as Sector Faces Questions About US Tariff Fallout

Shopify says a daylong Cyber Monday outage has been resolved

Smaller businesses that rely on the company to process transactions could miss out on crucial sales at the start of the all-important holiday season.
Shopify signage.
Shopify signage.

Apple's AI chief abruptly steps down

The unexpected change comes as the world's second-largest public company struggles to compete in the AI revolution.
Apple Hosts Worldwide Developers Conference
Apple Hosts Worldwide Developers Conference

Costco sues the Trump administration, seeking a refund of tariffs

The wholesaler is challenging the president's authority to implement "reciprocal tariffs," which is currently under review by the Supreme Court.
A Costco store.
A Costco store.

Starbucks to pay about $35M to NYC workers to settle claims it violated labor law

Most of the affected workers will receive $50 for each week worked between July 2021 and July 2024. This could come out to thousands of dollars per person.
A Starbucks coffee shop in New York.
A Starbucks coffee shop in New York.
3d ago

TSA will charge $45 fee for air passengers without REAL IDs

The fee will cover travel for a 10-day period and go into effect in February as part of an effort to encourage travelers to get the enhanced identity documents.
Real ID sign.
Real ID sign.

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