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Costco tariff refunds update: Here’s how the warehouse club says it gave back to members so far

In an earnings call on Thursday, CEO Ron Vachris said the retailer has passed refunds on to customers through price reductions on food and non-food...

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Social Security retirement age would be would lower for ‘blue collar’ workers under proposed bill: What that means

Almost 40% of working U.S. civilians work a job that requires lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and other physically demanding activities.

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Pretending you worked somewhere on LinkedIn is about to get harder

The Microsoft-owned social network is launching a new feature that will allow verified companies to remove imposter employees.

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Nor’easter update: Will a powerful September storm pummel the Northeast?

It’s early in the season, but Northeast states including New York and New Jersey are bracing for a potential September disruption. Here’s the latest.

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Warren Buffett’s farewell letter as Berkshire Hathaway chairman includes a big vote of confidence for Greg Abel

The 96-year-old Oracle of Omaha is stepping down as chairman less than eight months after Abel took over as CEO. Buffett will remain on the board.

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So Delicious Dairy Free frozen dessert gets recalled again over fears of ‘small stones’ and ‘other hard objects’

It’s the second time since December that the brand’s salted caramel cluster flavor has been the focus of a nationwide recall. Here’s what to know.

16.09.2026 1

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Bitcoin and crypto stock prices today: Investors are on edge ahead of crucial ‘Clarity Act’ Senate vote

As the industry holds its breath, popular tokens like XRP, along with the share prices of companies like Coinbase, were mostly down in premarket...

15.09.2026 5

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Lululemon stock collapses: Soft sales in China reveal negative impact of viral drum controversy

The apparel brand appears to have paid dearly for a public fumble in May at a time when it is looking to China for growth. Shares are down 42% this...

04.09.2026 3

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‘Sex before marriage and a job after’: 9 Gloria Steinem quotes about work, empathy, liberation, and more

The groundbreaking feminist writer and activist, who passed away on Wednesday at 92, believed in the power of words. Here are some of her best.

03.09.2026 1

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Panera Bread’s fall menu goes heavy on the sweets and soups, including 3 items you’ve never seen before

The fast casual chain is getting ready for the cooler weather with new surprises and old returning favorites. See the full list.

02.09.2026 2

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Shein stock fails to captivate as fast-fashion giant makes market debut

Shares sank 9% in early trading before rebounding to near their IPO price. The Hong Kong listing comes after failed attempts in New York and London.

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He helped pioneer ‘cheap chic’ at Target in the 2000s. Can he do the same for Old Navy?

Retail veteran Michael Francis is taking the helm of Gap Inc.’s largest brand at a time when affordability is at the forefront of people’s minds.

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T-Mobile is closing retail stores and laying off workers: See a list of locations that will be impacted

The wireless giant has disclosed 63 new layoffs across 13 locations in Washington state. Its head count has decreased significantly in 2026.

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Why the dream of ‘having it all’ is finally dead

Disillusionment with corporate life is at an all-time high, between AI, forever layoffs, political upheaval, and rising costs of living. What’s the...

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Today is ‘Pay What You Can’ day: See a list of restaurants that participate

The initiative began small in Mexico City. This year, it expanded to more than 100 restaurants in Mexico, the U.S., and other countries, offering menu...

26.08.2026 3

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Lego has launched 330 new products so far this year, including ‘something for everyone’. It’s paying off

The Danish toy brand saw record revenue during the first half of 2026 with a range of releases tied to entertainment and sports, along with its...

25.08.2026 7

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Ross is opening more stores: List of new locations grows in 2026 expansion

The retail department store chain said in its second-quarter financial results that it is increasing the number of stores it plans to open this year.

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Walmart tariff refunds update: Will customers get reimbursed directly?

The retail chain, which reported earnings on Thursday, indicated that it will use the refunds to keep prices low and reinvest in its customer...

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Popular pet food recalled after 3 dogs got sick in latest U.S. salmonella scare

According to a new notice, the FDA received a complaint about a product produced by Oma’s Pride, a raw pet food brand. Testing revealed salmonella.

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Jack in the Box has closed 40 stores so far this year: List of doomed locations is expected to keep growing

The fast food burger chain is well into its “Jack on Track” plan, but its effort to shutter underperforming restaurants is going slower than expected.

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Cerebras stock tanks after earnings. Time to worry about the AI chipmaker?

CEO Andrew Feldman said the company, which had a blockbuster IPO in May, is facing a lack of available data center space. Its outlook still looks...

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Social Security changes: See the full list of 14 rare conditions just added to the fast track for disability benefits

Compassionate Allowances, first created in 2008, offer a quicker way to identify diseases and conditions that qualify applicants for disability...

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Sweetgreen’s terrible summer: Stock price and profits take a hit as salad aversion grips the nation

The chain had already planned to open fewer stores this year before an outbreak made things worse. Now it says its pace of recovery “remains...

07.08.2026 10

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Figma says it’s hiring less because of AI. Wall Street doesn’t seem impressed

Down 25% year-to-date, the design software firm saw its stock drop again in premarket trading after its Q2 earnings raised concerns about spending.

06.08.2026 10

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Why memory chip stocks are rallying again: Micron and Sandisk surge as AI optimism returns

American and South Korean semiconductor and storage companies recovered a bit from an earlier selloff after fresh positive signs from Big Tech...

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Reformation IPO update: Stock price, NYSE trading time as women’s apparel brand makes market debut

Shares of the private equity-backed company were priced at the low end of their marketed range on Wednesday. Here’s the latest.

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South Korea’s Kospi stock index is falling: Why AI chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung are facing investor jitters

With concerns about over-investment growing, the Korea Composite Stock Price Index is down a dramatic 32% over the last month.

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Only one ‘Magnificent 7’ stock is having a truly magnificent year. The reason may surprise you

As investors grow more concerned about AI-driven capex from tech giants, Apple’s measured strategy might look more appealing these days.

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Maple Street Biscuit Company store closures: 16 locations join doomed list as Cracker Barrel sells beloved brand

The comfort food chain has been sold to Biscuit Belly, which expects to convert its Maple Street locations into Biscuit Belly stores over the next two...

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Monday.com layoffs: Hundreds of jobs slashed as work platform proclaims its embrace of ‘the new AI era’

The job cuts were disclosed in an SEC filing and shared by a cofounder on LinkedIn. The software firm’s stock price has collapsed this year.

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Shocking OpenAI disclosure reveals how an AI agent went rogue and hacked a startup

An AI model ‘successfully found ways to gain access to secret information that it could use to cheat the evaluation,’ the ChatGPT maker explained.

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Anthropic AI copyright lawsuit: Update as judge approves massive settlement and payout for authors

The decision stems from a 2024 lawsuit in which a group of authors claimed their work was unfairly used to train Anthropic’s popular Claude chatbot.

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Netflix stock is getting battered again. Now it says it will share viewership metrics even less frequently

With shares already down 41% over the last 12 months, Netflix said it will reduce the frequency of its watch reports because ‘all hours are not...

17.07.2026 10

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Publix is closing stores: See an updated list of shuttered locations for 2026

The southeastern U.S. supermarket chain May have closed a number of stores in recent months, but the company appears to be growing its overall...

16.07.2026 9

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The U.K. is taking aim at one nightly ritual millions of teens have

The proposal follows the U.K.’s planned ban on social media for children under 16 and introduces a new approach aimed at older teenagers.

15.07.2026 10

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‘Hyperscale’ data centers get put on pause in New York in a historic move

Governor Kathy Hochul, who is up for reelection in November, is set to sign an executive order that would temporarily halt construction permits.

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Dairy Queen store closures: Beloved ice cream chain joins list of retailers to see locations shutter in 2026

Bad news for Blizzard fans: Alaska now has only one Dairy Queen left. This follows a franchise dispute last year that led to dozens of closures in...

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If you don’t want to let everyone use your Instagram public photos for AI—here’s how to opt out of Meta Muse Image

Right now, your Instagram account’s default setting is to allow anyone to ‘reuse your content . . . with AI features,’ thanks to Meta’s new...

09.07.2026 10

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23andMe owes customers money again: Who’s eligible for the new $47 million bankruptcy payment

The genetic testing company had a major data breach in 2023 and filed for Chapter 11 in 2025.

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Reddit stock traders boost Wendy’s to fresh highs in a collective bid to ‘save’ the fast food brand

Sometimes you just get a craving for meme stocks.

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Micron earnings preview: Here’s what Wall Street expects as all eyes turn to MU stock and the memory chip rally

Today is a crucial day for companies that make the memory chips needed to power AI data centers. Will the high-flying times continue?

24.06.2026 10

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Toss these recalled vegetarian chicken nuggets and sausage patties. They might contain pieces of plastic

Check your freezer. A recall notice published by the FDA lists products from Kellanova-owned MorningStar Farms but does not say where they were sold.

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Hollister is making a comeback in an unexpected place: Target

The former mall giant is launching nearly 60 dorm, home, and sleepwear products as it continues its resurgence.

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Sleep Number Corporation stock will be delisted from Nasdaq after Chapter 11 bankruptcy; shares plummet

The embattled mattress and bedding confirmed that its stock will no longer be publicly traded after next week. Here’s what it means for shareholders.

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How ‘accidental managers’ sink teams and sour workplaces

Data shows more workers are ending up in leadership positions who don’t have the skills, aren’t trained for it, and never asked for it in the...

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A sobering new sign for OpenAI as ChatGPT competitors gain ground

The chatbot that set off the AI craze just fell below 50% in market share for the first time, according to Sensor Tower, just as OpenAI is gearing up...

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These space stocks are not SpaceX—but they’re blasting off this week in the wake of IPO fever

Shares in space-related companies including Rocket Lab, Virgin Galactic, and Rocket One appear to be benefiting from investor excitement.

12.06.2026 10

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Oracle stock is tumbling on cloud miss and costly data center plans: What it means for the AI bubble debate

The software giant beat Wall Street’s estimates on revenue, but investors appear to be concerned about its plans to raise $40 billion.

11.06.2026 10

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Deadly Listeria outbreak linked to soft cheese sparks recalls in multiple states: Avoid this list of products

The recalls come as the FDA is investigating an outbreak that has sickened people in three states. The products were sold under multiple brand names.

10.06.2026 10

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‘It may be a while’: OpenAI carefully manages expectations with its much-anticipated IPO announcement

The ChatGPT maker has filed paperwork with the SEC in a first step toward listing its stock, but it cautioned that no timeline has been decided.

09.06.2026 20

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