Airlines must now give automatic refunds for significant delays. Here's what to know.

The new rule standardizes what constitutes a significant delay, and forces airlines to provide automatic refunds to customers.

Airlines now required to provide automatic refunds for canceled, significantly delayed flights

U.S. airlines are now required to give passengers an automatic refund for canceled or significantly delayed flights and for services that were paid for but not provided, like Wi-Fi or ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

What to know about new airline refund rule for delays and changes

With the holidays approaching, travelers now have the right to automatic refunds if flights are canceled or face major delays. New rules also cover flight changes and baggage delays. Kris Van ...

Airline Rule Requiring Automatic Refunds for Significant Flight Disruptions Goes Into Effect

The Transportation Department’s new rule also sets the definition for what constitutes a “significant” delay in air travel.

Business - The New York Times - Yesterday

Why Business Travelers Can Now Expect Fast, Automatic Refunds for Major Flight Problems

The regulator’s new rules set time limits for delays deserving refunds, and impose reimbursement for other airline changes undermining service to passengers.

Business - Inc. - 5 hours ago

5 things to know about the new airline-refund rules that just went into effect

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said passengers ‘deserve to get their money back when an airline owes them’

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

You can now buy a $1,089 platinum bar from Costco—here's what to know before investing

Costco charges $1,089 for a 1-oz. bar of platinum on its website. But don't invest in precious metals without knowing what you're getting into, experts say.

Business - CNBC - October 18

What questions must USWNT answer now?

The USWNT just won gold at the Olympics, but roster questions lie ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

Many adults think they have undiagnosed ADHD. Here's what to know.

ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, may be more common in adults than we realize. Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know about the diagnosis.

Whooping cough and walking pneumonia are on the rise. Here's what to know.

Dr. Jon LaPook talks about the infections on the rise this season, including whooping cough and walking pneumonia.

The U.K. Will Debate Legalizing Assisted Dying. Here’s What to Know.

A bill introduced in the House of Commons could legalize assisted dying for the terminally ill, under strict conditions. A similar proposal was rejected in 2015.

World - The New York Times - October 17

Inherited IRA rules are changing in 2025 — here's what beneficiaries need to know

If you have an inherited IRA, you may be subject to yearly withdrawals starting in 2025. Here's how to reduce your tax bill.

Business - CNBC - October 17

Fake news headlines are going viral. Here's what to know.

Experts say fabricated headlines can mislead the public at a time when facts are crucial.

Why Is North Korea Deploying Troops to Help Russia? Here’s What to Know.

The move gives Kim Jong-un, the leader of North Korea, leverage to ask President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia for a lot in return.

World - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Joe Rogan to interview Donald Trump today. Here's what to know.

Joe Rogan interviewed former President Donald Trump at his studio Friday. Here's what to know about the show.

Microsoft’s earnings are about to look pretty weird. Here’s what to know.

Microsoft has shuffled its reporting categories, meaning investors shouldn’t compare Wednesday afternoon’s segment results to the consensus view.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Rare case of Lassa fever kills an Iowa resident. Here's what to know.

The middle-aged Iowa resident had recently returned from travel to West Africa, where it is believed they contracted the virus.

Here's what a $150,000 HELOC costs monthly now that rates have dropped

A $150,000 HELOC comes with inexpensive monthly payments that could fall in the months ahead. Here's what to know.

Is a fixed-rate HELOC worth it now? Here's what some experts think.

Fixed-rate HELOCs are a good option for many homeowners — but consider the current rate environment beforehand.

Here’s What You Need to Know About an AI-Powered Scam Targeting Gmail

If your business uses the free email service, artificial intelligence is taking aim with convincing attempts to take over user accounts.

Business - Inc. - October 14

Some hurricane victims can get a tax break for losses — Here's what you need to know

Victims of Hurricanes Helene and Milton could get a tax deduction for losses. Here's how to qualify.

Business - CNBC - October 15

What to know about 'Agatha All Along's' Billy Maximoff: Here's his backstory

'Agatha All Along' has finally revealed who Teen was all along. Here's Billy Maximoff's backstory and the questions that remain for Episode 6 and beyond.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 16

Key change coming for 401(k) ‘max savers’ in 2025, expert says — here's what you need to know

There's a key change coming to 401(k) catch-up contributions in 2025. Here's who could be affected by the update, according to experts.

Business - CNBC - October 16

How Long Is Black Ops 6's Campaign? Here's What We Know So Far

The next big Call of Duty game, Black Ops 6 , launches on October 25. Many might be wondering how long the campaign will take to complete. That remains to be seen, but one of the game's senior ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 21

The IRS has announced its new 2025 tax brackets. Here's what to know.

The IRS has adjusted tax brackets and dozens of other provisions for inflation. Here's how that will impact your taxes.

Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.

CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.

Miami voters weighed in on the presidential race 6 months ago; here's what they think now

In Miami, A Republican turned Democrat, a Haitian American who was a lifelong Democrat but wasn't excited about Biden and a Latina Trump supporter who used to be a Democrat check in.

Yanks, on brink, know they must 'shock the world'

The Yankees, trailing 3-0 in the World Series, take the field Tuesday with no choice but to "shock the world." What has been shocking so far this series is their sputtering offense, which has ...

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Simu Liu Just Called Out Cultural Appropriation on ‘Dragon’s Den.’ Here’s What You Need to Know–and How You Can Avoid Similar Claims

Bringing a culturally rooted product to a broader market requires time, sensitivity, and intention.

Business - Inc. - October 18

Here’s what Keir Starmer gets wrong about reparations: we’ve made them before, but now we have to do it right | Kojo Koram

The call for justice is not going away. Rather than ignore it, Labour should be entering the conversation – and shaping it. You could be mistaken for thinking that reparations are some wacky idea ...

World - The Guardian - 19 hours ago

What You Might Know (and Not Know) on Election Night

Our son lived in our basement ‘finding himself.’ We give him an allowance — and now he lives off gig work in a studio with his girlfriend. What can we do?

“He isn’t interested in further formal education.”

Business - MarketWatch - 2 hours ago

How to know if mortgage refinancing makes sense now

As mortgage rates decline, some homeowners may want to consider refinancing now. Here's what to know now.

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