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Locals watched in disbelief, then horror, as flames consumed the Pacific Palisades
The largest wildfire to hit Los Angeles this week rapidly tore through homes and communities, whipped by winds that sent embers skyward.NBC News - Jan. 11 -
The best tech showcased at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas
The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is coming to an end on Saturday. Editor-in-chief of CNET, Adam Auriemma, joins "The Daily Report" to break down the top products of the show ...CBS News - Jan. 10 -
Nordstrom raises sales outlook after holiday season was better than feared
CEO Erik Nordstrom credited the company's "efforts to remain competitive in the promotional environment and the strength of our offering."CNBC - Jan. 11 -
Holiday Decorations in January? A Tennessee Woman Is Going to Court for Them.
A Tennessee woman’s plan to update her supersize skeletons for various holidays ran afoul of local law, but she has no plans to take them down.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
As Wildfire Flames Consume Architectural Gems, a Hit to ‘Old California’
The historic ranch house of Will Rogers and an important residence by Ray Kappe were destroyed by the fires, which threaten L.A.’s spectacular design legacy.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Consumer expectations for higher inflation soar in early January
Americans’ expectations for overall inflation over the next year jumped to 3.3% in January from 2.8% in the prior month, according to the University of Michigan’s gauge of consumer sentiment.MarketWatch - Jan. 10 -
Constellation Brands’ stock slides as CEO cites ‘uncertainty’ about consumer spending
The parent of the Modelo and Corona beer brands lowered its 2025 outlook, despite third-quarter profit growth.MarketWatch - Jan. 10 -
After leaving the U.S., Richard Gere dives into holiday season in Spain with family
The Hollywood legend has wasted no time in enjoying his new life in Spain, taking full advantage of the holiday season to explore the surrounding areas of his Madrid abode.MarketWatch - Jan. 9 -
How car loans became Britain’s latest consumer finance scandal
Hidden commissions to car dealers inflated costs for buyers. The legal fallout could cost banks billions and restrict access to creditFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
Chinese consumer prices barely rise as deflationary pressure weighs
Beijing has struggled to stimulate domestic demand in economyFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
China's consumer inflation slows further in December, stoking deflation worries
China's consumer prices in December edged up 0.1% in line with expectations from a year earlier, National Bureau of Statistics showed Thursday, fanning deflation concerns.CNBC - Jan. 9 -
Eaton Fire consumes homes in Altadena, Pasadena
The Eaton Fire has burned more than 10,000 acres in northeast Los Angeles County, forcing about 33,000 residents to flee. It has torched homes and burned houses of worship in the communities of ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Costco’s holiday-season sales jump was not just about food, analyst says
Costco Wholesale Corp. on Wednesday reported a 9.9% year-over-year sales gain through the final stretch of the holiday-shopping season, marked by a big jump in online sales.MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
New weather update as fires consume parts of Los Angeles County
Hurricane-force winds are still fanning embers that are spreading wildfires in parts of Los Angeles County. CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest weather forecast.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
AI takes center stage at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show was underway in Las Vegas on Tuesday. The annual trade conference spotlights some of the newest technological innovations from companies across the globe. Jason ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Holidays and higher egg prices lift Cal-Maine’s results and stock
Results reflected ‘seasonal boost leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday’ as well as higher prices due to bird-flu outbreakMarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
CFPB sues Experian over "sham investigations" into consumer complaints
Experian accused of violating Fair Credit Reporting Act by reinserting disputed information back into credit reports.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Nvidia CEO Pitches Robotics, Cars as Growth Areas to Consumer-Electronics Audience
Jensen Huang’s address at CES followed a trading session that sent Nvidia’s value to $3.66 trillion.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7 -
Experian accused of failing to properly investigate consumer disputes
A top watchdog agency for consumer finance has accused the credit rating company Experian of failing to properly investigate consumer disputes. In an announcement Tuesday, the Consumer Financial ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Consumer Electronics Show 2025 underway in Las Vegas
The iconic Consumer Electronics Show is now underway in Las Vegas, showcasing some of the latest trends in technology. Bridget Carey, editor-at-large for CNET, joined CBS News to discuss the event.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Consumers could face price rises of 20% in 2025, trade experts warn
Global instability and possibility of Trump administration imposing tariffs may disrupt flow of goods . The price of household staples including food and drink could climb by as much as 20% in 2025 ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Online holiday spending rises nearly 9%, as deals and AI-powered chatbots fuel purchases, data shows
Online spending rose 8.7% during the holiday season from last year, according to data from Adobe Analytics, as deals and the use of AI-powered chatbots helped inspire purchases.NBC News - Jan. 7 -
Ulta Beauty names new CEO, raises outlook for holiday quarter
The beauty retailer Ulta said the leadership changes take effect immediately.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
Online holiday spending rises nearly 9%, as deep discounts and AI-powered chatbots fuel purchases, Adobe data says
The holiday e-commerce results from Adobe are a promising sign for the retail industry, which will begin reporting holiday results in February.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
Jim Cramer explores why consumer goods stocks are seeing losses
CNBC's Jim Cramer reviewed Monday's market action and gave his take on why a large swath of stocks are notching losses.CNBC - Jan. 6 -
Winter storm brings power outages, leaving consumers in the dark
Hundreds of thousands of households across southern and eastern U.S. states were without power Monday.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Online Holiday Shopping Got an AI Boost, Says Salesforce
Online sales climbed 4 percent in the year-end buying period, as AI-powered chatbots facilitated sales and returns.Inc. - Jan. 6 -
LG rolls out new AI services to help consumers with daily tasks
LG kicked off the AI bandwagon today with a new set of AI services to help consumers in their daily tasks at home, in the car and in the office.VentureBeat - Jan. 6 -
Liverpool’s holiday wobble won’t matter if their rivals can’t punish it | Jonathan Wilson
Liverpool may have got away with one in Sunday’s thrilling draw with Manchester United. But without a sustained challenge from those in chase, it may not matter. Title races are never just about ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
How the winter storm impacted travelers returning from New Year's holiday
The end of a record-breaking holiday travel stretch is being met with the first major winter storm of the year. Snow, ice and frigid temperatures wreaked havoc on roads across the Midwest over the ...CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Tudor psychedelia for £35 a night! Is this rescued Yorkshire pile Britain’s most thrilling holiday let?
It’s got triple-height splendour and 1550s wall paintings likely inspired by Emperor Nero’s villa in Rome. Our writer plays lord of the manor at Calverley Hall – once home to knights, weavers, ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Start January Strong by Turning Post-Holiday Energy Into Small-Business Success
After a well-deserved winter break, small-business leaders often return brimming with ideas. Here’s how to focus, prioritize, and build momentum for a productive year ahead.Inc. - Jan. 5 -
How hidden credit card fees impact consumers and businesses
The start of 2025 brought an increase in fees from the biggest credit card companies in the U.S. that may have you paying more the next time you swipe a card. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen reports for TODAY.NBC News - Jan. 4 -
Apple's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
TSA screens almost 39M travelers in 15 days over holidays
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said it screened almost 39 million passengers in about two weeks during the winter holidays, bringing the total to more than 900 million nationwide ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Covid surges across US after holidays amid low booster uptake
Test positivity, emergency room visits, hospitalizations and deaths are increasing as expert warns: ‘It’s still dangerous’. . Covid is once again surging across the US after an unusual relative ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
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Apple offers holiday discount in China as Huawei competition heats up
Apple is facing heightened competition from a resurgent Huawei and other domestic brands.CNBC - Jan. 3 -
‘A lesson like no other’: readers’ favourite learning holidays
From surfing to singing, mastering a new skill can add an inspiring new dimension to a holiday. Our tipsters share their most rewarding experiences. We took the train to Birkenhead then overnight ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
During the holidays, reports of domestic violence surge. But what if next year could be different? | Frances Ryan
Labour has promised to halve violence against women. As another year of grim statistics beckons, that’s a speck of hope worth grasping. There is a classic Christmas episode of EastEnders in which ...The Guardian - Jan. 2
