Money
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Walmart Workers and Shoppers Blame Self-Checkout For Surge in Thefts
An uptick in thefts at Walmart could lead to higher prices and store closures if the issue isn’t resolved, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” earlier this month. “Theft is an issue. It’s higher than what it has…
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Taco Bell Might Make This Fan Favorite a Permanent Menu Item
Taco Bell CEO Mark King made a bombshell announcement this week that might change the way you think of the taco- and Crunchwrap-slinging fast-food chain. The company is looking at making the beloved nacho fries a permanent menu item, according…
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Nordstrom Employee Steals $165,000 in One Month
Police arrested an 18-year-old former Nordstrom employee in Lynwood, Washington for theft of about $165,000 from the retail chain. The theft took place over a one-month span in Nordstrom stores in Lynwood, Seattle, and Scottsdale, Arizona. Investigators say the suspect…
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America’s Most Loved Trucks
Ford Motor Co. has been on a roll in the past few years, reviving its Bronco and Ranger nameplates, introducing an electric Mustang SUV, and producing the first of its hotly anticipated electric F-150 Lightning pickups — which was named MotorTrend’s…
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Major Companies That Don’t Require a College Degree
As the cost of higher education has skyrocketed in the United States, many people are priced out of a college degree. Even for people who can afford it, the question remains: Is a college degree worth it? Considering that many…
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What Do Walmart, Costco, and Other Big Retailers Do With What You Return?
Sometimes it doesn’t work out. You go shopping, or perhaps order something online. It arrives and then … meh. It doesn’t thrill you, at least not enough to justify the price. So you take it back. Next time, though, the…
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36 Money Myths You Need to Ignore
Between personal finance blogs, money pundits on television, and input from family, friends, and even neighbors, there’s no shortage of advice to be had about money — how to make…
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These Companies Paid Massive Sums to Settle Lawsuits
Corporations may enjoy many of the same rights as citizens under U.S. law, but they certainly aren’t punished the same way for wrongdoing. Since an organization itself can’t serve jail…
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Where To Order a Stress-Free Holiday Takeout Meal
Half of consumers plan to order restaurant takeout or delivery during the holidays, according to a recent survey. And why not? The holidays can be one of the busiest and…
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Amazon’s Newest Feature Gives Off Serious TikTok Vibes
From the “Buy it Again” feature to the “Buy it Now” button, Amazon offers more than a few tactics to make its site user-friendly and to entice shoppers to spend…
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Places Where the Rich Hide Money From the IRS
Offshore tax havens used by individuals and corporations cost governments trillions of dollars annually. Economists estimate that individuals have stashed anywhere from $8.7 trillion to $36 trillion in tax shelters around…
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Most Unbelievable Lawsuits Filed Against Big Companies
In the lawsuit-happy U.S., multimillion-dollar corporations are tempting targets for some interesting claims. In one case to raise eyebrows, a consumer in Illinois says a TGI Fridays grocery product doesn’t…
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Domino’s Will ‘Tip’ You to Come Get Your Own Pizza
Domino’s doesn’t have enough drivers right now, so it wants you to come get your own pizza — and it’s even ready to pay you to do it … kinda. From now…
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The Most Dangerous Toys of All Time
It’s easy to assume kids’ toys are scrutinized before hitting the shelves, but scores of toy-related injuries and deaths over the years have shown that accidents still happen. Some stem…
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Worried About Inflation? Here Are the Fast-Food Restaurants Raising Prices the Most
No one has been immune to 2022’s wave of inflation — not even multibillion-dollar corporations and fast-food giants. Reeling from job cuts, faltering supply chains, and a stagnant post-COVID economy,…
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Why So Many Millennials Are Moving Back In With Their Parents
Inflation has taken a toll on just about every household expense, leaving budget-minded consumers to find ways to save. But cutting back can only take you so far, and many…
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Airbnb’s New Ban Puts a Damper on New Year’s Eve Parties
If you’ve been kicking around ideas for how you want to celebrate New Year’s Eve, you can take “renting an Airbnb with friends for one night” right off the table. …
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This Fan-Favorite Ride at Disney World is Closing for an Extreme Makeover
One of Disney Parks’ most beloved rides is closing — it also happens to be based on one of Walt Disney Co.’s most controversial films: “Song of the South.” The 1946 movie…
