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FTC asks to delay Amazon Prime deceptive practices case, citing staffing shortfalls
The Federal Trade Commission asked a judge in Seattle to delay the start of its trial accusing Amazon of duping consumers into signing up for its Prime program, citing resource constraints.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Why record-high egg prices won’t go down anytime soon — and it’s not just due to bird flu
A lot goes into the production of eggs — and with the Trump administration’s tariff policies potentially affecting costs for chicken feed and equipment, bird flu isn’t the only reason U.S. ...MarketWatch - Mar. 12 -
Is the new inflation data a good sign for the U.S. economy?
New Consumer Price Index data showed inflation slowed in February, which may be a good sign for the U.S. economy for now. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Inflation takes it easy
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Inflation cools in Trump’s first month After a week of rising economic fears, the ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
C.E.O.s Look Beyond a Rosy Inflation Report
Better-than-expected price data can’t quite blunt worries about consumers pulling back, as companies keep scrambling to handle President Trump’s trade fights.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
How to protect yourself as fraud losses hit $12.5 billion in 2024
A new FTC report reveals a sharp rise in fraud losses, with 2.6 million consumers reporting scams in 2024. With financial fraud surging, CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger shares how to ...CBS News - Mar. 13 -
Egg prices are falling, with a dozen now less than $5
After surging for much of the year, egg prices have declined sharply over the past week as consumers pulled back on purchases, allowing supplies to resettle at more normal volumes.NBC News - Mar. 14 -
Buying a Car? Trump’s Tariffs Could Make It More Expensive.
New car prices could increase $4,000 or more, according to one estimate. And used cars could also rise in price. “It’s a crazy situation for consumers,” an expert said.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
Judge denies CFPB funding relief to Baltimore
A federal judge on Friday handed the Trump administration a win by declining to temporarily block its bid to strip the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) of its reserve funds, after ...The Hill - Mar. 14 -
Avengers Director Says Future Of Entertainment Lies In The Blending Of Gaming And Linear Storytelling
The last decade alone has seen a major shift in how entertainment is produced and consumed, and while the future isn't set in stone, Avengers: Endgame and The Electric State directors Joe and ...GameSpot - Mar. 14 -
Ultra-processed babies: are toddler snacks one of the great food scandals of our time?
For time-poor parents, straws, sticks, pouches and powders can seem like a quick, convenient and even healthy option. But these oversweetened, mushy foods are creating a generation of choosy ...The Guardian - Mar. 15 -
Many young people find safety in the soothing world of ASMR – imagine if we could give them that in the real world | Emma Beddington
ASMR videos can mimic the feeling of physical touch, which a study has found is popular with young consumers. But how many intimate gestures of love, care and connection are they missing out on? . ...The Guardian - Mar. 16 -
U.S. retail sales barely rise, but investors see glimmer of good news in seemingly weak report
Retail sales barely rose in February, in another sign the economy might be weakening as businesses and consumers digest rapid-fire changes being made by the Trump White House.MarketWatch - Mar. 17 -
How economists identify recessions and stagflation
Preliminary data from the University of Michigan shows that consumer sentiment, or how people feel about the economy, declined for a second straight month. It all comes as January saw a decline in ...CBS News - Mar. 17 -
Reporter's Notebook: Economic turbulence
President Trump has promised a little light turbulence. "A little bit of an adjustment period," is what he called it in the joint address to Congress. Consumers are feeling something different. ...CBS News - Mar. 17 -
Amazon AI scammers duped investors out of millions with 'passive income' scheme, FTC alleges
The Federal Trade Commission is going after an e-commerce company that allegedly took millions of dollars from consumers as part of a “passive income” scheme, which spun up Amazon storefronts on ...NBC News - Mar. 18 -
5 questions facing the Fed ahead of its rate decision
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady Wednesday despite growing concerns about the strength of the U.S. economy. Measures of economic confidence spanning consumers, ...The Hill - Mar. 19 -
What to know as United Airlines raises annual fees for lounges and rewards credit cards
United Airlines is raising fees for annual airport lounge membership and its rewards credit cards, a test of how much consumers will shell out for popular travel perks.NBC News - 3d -
Swedish shoppers boycott supermarkets over ‘runaway’ food prices
With the cost of feeding a family up by an estimated £2,290, consumers, like many across Europe, are taking direct action. Marcel Demir was not impressed. The Swedish student had been monitoring ...The Guardian - 2d -
Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-hee dies of heart attack at 63
Head of tech giant’s consumer electronics and mobile devices division passed away at a hospital on Tuesday. South Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics said on Tuesday that its co-chief ...The Guardian - 2d -
Fed Governor Calls Goods Inflation Uptick ‘Unhelpful’
Speaking to the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Fed Governor Adriana Kugler said consumer goods inflation remained at 2.5 percent for the second consecutive month, above the central bank’s 2 ...Inc. - 2d -
How the Signal 'group chat' furor has affected the 5 biggest players
The furor over a headline-making group chat consumed Washington for a second day on Tuesday. President Trump spoke to reporters from the White House about the matter, and it was also the focus of a ...The Hill - 2d -
These games were indie smash hits – but what happened next?
The developers of Thank Goodness You’re Here!, Frog Detective and Consume Me discuss burnout, ‘second-album syndrome’, erotic fan art, and the other highs and lows of having a breakout success. It ...The Guardian - 15h -
Michael Bisping: It would be a 'massive market opportunity lost' if Islam Makhachev doesn't fight Ilia Topuria
Michael Bisping thinks Ilia Topuria will get his wish to fight UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. Although Makhachev doesn't like the idea of fighting another featherweight, Bisping thinks ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13 -
Chelsea’s League Cup final curse – can they avoid losing their fourth in a row?
There are a few factors you might lean on when predicting the outcome of Saturday’s League Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City. You might think Chelsea being unbeaten under manager Sonia ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Likely Michigan Senate candidate: It's time for Schumer to step back
Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow (D), a likely candidate for her state's open U.S. Senate seat, said she thinks it’s time for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) to step back. “I ...The Hill - 2d -
Can Matchmaking Platforms Save Us From Dating App Fatigue?
Big Dating got singles hooked on convenience culture. But finding a partner is work—and a batch of matchmaking services think they’ve cracked the code for partnership.Wired - Mar. 7 -
Bookmakers dinner: An exclusive seat at the table with legends of Las Vegas
Every year during the week of the Super Bowl, some of the most legendary bookmakers come together for a meal, to share stories and to think about what's ahead.ESPN - Mar. 9 -
As Trump eyes Greenland, election tests Arctic island's ambitions for independence from Denmark
With President Donald Trump setting his sights on acquiring Greenland, voters in the general election were thinking about the future status of the Arctic island.NBC News - Mar. 11 -
Southwest Airlines ending free checked bags policy for many passengers
Southwest Airlines is ending its free checked bags policy for many passengers. Some experts think customer loyalty could suffer.CBS News - Mar. 11 -
Nvidia’s stock is rebounding, but the key to a real recovery may surprise investors
While Wall Street may be worried about the sustainability of AI spending, a BofA analyst thinks gross margins are more crucial to the stock trajectory.MarketWatch - Mar. 13 -
'It's a no-brainer': Indiana basketball players defend their NCAA Tournament resume
'I think we've been playing some pretty damn good basketball': Indiana defends NCAA Tournament resume after Big Ten Tournament exit:Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13 -
Jim Cramer names retail stocks to buy as the market pulls back
CNBC's Jim Cramer on Thursday highlighted two stocks in the retail space that he thinks investors have an opportunity to buy on the dip, Ralph Lauren and Gap.CNBC - Mar. 13 -
Who's the girls basketball Player of the Year? Time to vote on our poll to help us decide
Here are 10 nominees, now it's your chance to vote on who you think deserves the Rockford Register Star's girls basketball Player of the YearYahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Can we please have some 3pm kick-offs?
With another long trip to QPR for a lunchtime kick-off, Leeds fan writer Lewis Deighton urges TV schedulers to think more about fans.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Trump Administration Expels South Africa’s Ambassador to the U.S.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio had lashed out on social media over comments critical of President Trump that the ambassador had made to a think tank in Johannesburg.The New York Times - Mar. 15 -
Chase Young on the move to a 3-4 under Brandon Staley, 'an edge player is an edge player'
The Saints are moving to a base 3-4 defense with Brandon Staley, but Chase Young doesn't think it's that big of a shift for him or the defensive line.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Tired of 'getting punked,' Michigan basketball flexes muscle as it stuns Maryland at buzzer
"We're thinking about one thing right now, that's beat Wisconsin," said Rubin Jones. "We're playing for a championship, that's what we came here for."Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
“Remains a strong option” – David Ornstein issues update on Liverpool transfer target
Liverpool are currently the favourites to win the Premier League title but they are already thinking about their summer transfer business.The Reds are leading the Premier League standings at the ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Why has derby tide turned for Rodgers and Celtic?
After consecutive derby defeats, Brendan Rodgers admits he has " a wee bit of thinking to do" about Celtic's performances against Rangers.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16
