Southwest Airlines imposing new rules on portable chargers on flights

Southwest Airlines is cracking down on portable battery chargers with new rules limiting how many passengers can have and where they can store them.

Oracle hires new CFO with $950K salary as thousands face layoffs

Oracle reinstates the CFO role by hiring Hilary Maxson as the company reportedly lays off thousands amid a massive AI buildout.

Social Security Administration issues major scam warning for retirees. What to know

The Social Security Administration issued a critical warning for retirees amid a surge in financial scams. Officials are also urging older Americans to protect their benefits by taking these steps.

IRS tax refund April 2026, stimulus payment, direct deposit relief, tariff dividend fact check

The tax filing season is underway, bringing questions about refunds, stimulus rumors and federal dividend proposals. The IRS says refunds are running higher so far this year while warning taxpayers about a rise in misleading payment claims.

Red Lobster eyes revival of 'Endless Shrimp' after costly menu misstep

Red Lobster's all-you-can-eat deal – which previously contributed to millions in losses – could come back as a limited-time offer very soon.

Bed Bath & Beyond is attempting a comeback: What we know

Three years after filing for bankruptcy and closing all 360 stores, Bed, Bath & Beyond, one of the original big box retailers, is attempting a comeback.

Massive eye drop recall: FDA warns of sterility issues in 3 million bottles

The FDA has announced a recall of over 3 million bottles of eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS, Kroger, and more due to potential sterility issues.

National gas prices top $4; DC, Maryland and Virginia drivers hit hard

The national average for a gallon of regular gas has climbed above $4 for the first time since 2022, according to AAA, a jump that is hitting drivers in D.C., Maryland and Virginia hard.

Air Canada CEO to retire after condolence comments criticized

Air Canada’s CEO is retiring amid backlash for his video message, in which he shared condolences only in English last week after the deadly LaGuardia crash.

Student loan borrowers in SAVE plan told to prepare for repayment: What to know

Millions of student loan borrowers will have to find a new repayment plan soon. The available repayment plans will mean higher monthly payments for most.

Poll: Americans worry over gas and energy prices limited in early days of Iran war

A new poll finds Americans' concern about gas prices and whether energy would be available or affordable did not rise much during the early weeks of the Iran war.