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Here’s What CFPB Hold Means for Consumers
Russell Vought, new OMB director, told the CFPB to stop its investigations.Inc. - 5h -
What does new inflation data mean for Americans' wallets?
New data out Wednesday shows U.S. inflation accelerated faster than economists had predicted in January. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks it down.CBS News - 6h -
Pound-for-pound rankings: Does anyone still doubt Zhang Weili now?
The strawweight champion's dominant victory at UFC 312 solidifies her standing atop ESPN's top 10.ESPN - 11h -
How Much Does a Dog’s Breed Affect Its Health and Behavior?
Here’s what scientists have learned about how a dog’s breed affects its health and behavior.The New York Times - 15h -
Dept. of Ed: Title IX does not apply to athlete pay
Title IX does not apply to name, image and likeness deals, the U.S. Department of Education said Wednesday, rescinding the Biden administration's guidance that schools must equitably distribute ...ESPN - 11h -
Trump wants to shut the CFPB. So what does this consumer agency do?
President Trump and other critics of the agency say it needs to be shut down. Supporters of the agency point to its record of protecting consumers.CBS News - 12h -
Does bankruptcy clear tax debt?
Clearing your IRS tax debt by filing for bankruptcy may not be as simple as you think.CBS News - 13h -
What's at stake for consumers as Trump officials target the CFPB
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s recent rules on overdraft and credit card late fees are in jeopardy, while others face an uncertain future.NBC News - 15h -
Does an ARM loan make sense this February? Here's what experts say
Depending on your financial goals and timeline, it could be worth getting an ARM loan this month, experts say.CBS News - 15h -
Israel says Gaza ceasefire will end if Hamas does not free hostages by Saturday
Benjamin Netanyahu tells Israeli forces to prepare for fighting after Hamas postponed more releases.BBC News - 1d -
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Is Steve Bannon's plea deal lenient and what does it entail?
Former White House adviser and strategist Steve Bannon pleaded guilty on Tuesday to felony fraud in New York. He was charged in 2022 for his role in helping to defraud donors who were fundraising ...CBS News - 1d -
'We're about to get annihilated': Musk, DOGE descend on consumer bureau
The Trump administration is moving rapidly to gut the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), halting the agency’s work, cutting off its funding and shutting down its headquarters. The push ...The Hill - 1d -
What is a sovereign wealth fund and why does Trump want one for the U.S.?
Tucked into the stack of the more than 50 executive orders President Trump has signed since taking office is the plan to create a new sovereign wealth fund. But what exactly will it do and where ...CBS News - 2d -
As Musk, Trump administration target CFPB, Democrats defend consumer watchdog
The agency is at a virtual standstill as Elon Musk's DOGE and the White House's Russell Vought take over.ABC News - 2d -
What is the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau?
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was created by Congress to protect Americans from predatory practices. Ayelet Sheffey, a senior economic policy reporter at Business Insider, joins CBS News ...CBS News - 2d -
How much does a $40,000 home equity loan cost monthly in 2025?
Considering a $40,000 home equity loan? Here's how much it could cost qualified borrowers each month.CBS News - 2d -
How long does the IRS give you to pay your taxes?
If you think you'll owe money to the IRS for last year's taxes, here's how long you have to pay what's owed.CBS News - 2d -
The FTC's antitrust litigation theatrics are damaging to businesses and consumers
The Federal Trade Commission's recent challenge to Microsoft's acquisition of Activision has been rejected by a federal court, highlighting the agency's inconsistent and overly broad approach to ...The Hill - 2d -
What Forerunner Ventures Looks For in Consumer Startups: Vision, Magnetism, and Unfair Advantages
Partner Nicole Johnson shares her outlook for consumer brands and where she’s looking to invest in 2025.Inc. - 2d -
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to shut down for a week: Reports
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) will be shut down for a week, according to multiple reports. The CFPB’s Chief Operating Officer Adam Martinez said in a Sunday email that there would ...The Hill - 3d -
Why does the NFL have a 2-minute warning?
All NFL games have a two-minute warning — but what is it, and why does it exist?The Hill - 3d -
Russ Vought orders Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to stop work
The development came after Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, gained access to the CFPB and began a thorough review.CBS News - 3d -
Russell Vought Orders Consumer Protection Bureau’s Headquarters Closed for a Week
The order to shutter the agency’s headquarters follows another order issued Saturday by Mr. Vought, who also leads the Office of Management and Budget, telling agency employees to halt nearly all ...The New York Times - 3d -
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Ordered to Cease Activity
In an email to staff of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the agency’s acting director ordered workers to cease “all supervision and examination activity.”The New York Times - 3d -
Super Bowl 2025: When does Kendrick Lamar's halftime show begin?
More interested in Kendrick Lamar taking the stage than the Chiefs taking on the Eagles? Here's when you'll see the halftime show.The Hill - 3d -
Super Bowl 2025: Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes' 8-0 record vs. Vic Fangio does not matter, but his performance does
The Eagles defensive coordinator has a better track record than you think vs. MahomesCBS Sports - 3d -
Elon Musk Does Not Want to Buy TikTok
The mogul says acquiring already-established companies like TikTok is not really his style.Inc. - 4d -
DOGE rooted into Consumer Financial Protection Bureau as new acting head named
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is an outlet for Americans dealing with issues such as questionable student loan servicing practices or excessive bank overdraft fees.CBS News - 4d -
What does Elon Musk believe?
The man given free rein by Trump to crusade against the federal government supported Democrats until 2022. But some of Musk’s longstanding positions lead a straight line to his far-right ...The Guardian - 4d -
The Impact of Wabi-Sabi on Branding and Consumer Trust
From distressed denim to grainy social content, learn how brands are tapping into the wabi-sabi aesthetic to forge connections with consumers.Inc. - 4d -
What time does the Super Bowl start and end?
Need to know when the 2025 Super Bowl will start? And what time will it will end? Here are the key times to know.CBS News - 4d -
DOGE Is Now Inside the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
DOGE staffers will get read-only access to CFPB data, systems, and equipment, according to an internal email reviewed by WIRED.Wired - 5d -
How does 'The Substance' compare to earlier Demi Moore films?
Demi Moore starred in a series of box-office hits in the early 1990s before going on an acting hiatus. Now she's earned her first Oscar nomination for 'The Substance.'Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Elon Musk Thinks Air Traffic Control Needs Innovation. Does it?
Musk’s delusions are powered by a common illusion.Inc. - 5d -
Consumer Advocacy Group Launches Investigation Into Trump’s Meme Coin
Public Citizen urged federal agencies to recommend stopping of the sale of the meme coin $Trump.Inc. - 6d
